Honeymoon in Cambodia

Why Go

A honeymoon in Cambodia is a quintessential Asian experience. With the mighty Mekong meandering through the country, you’ll find stunning temples, rice paddy fields, tiny fishing villages and lush jungle along with beaches and fantastic dining.

It’s also one of Southeast Asia’s most affordable honeymoon destinations.

Start in the capital, Phnom Penh, where recent history looms large. Explore the city’s French colonial architecture, stroll hand-in-hand through leafy parks and gardens, and enjoy delicious Khmer cuisine.

Visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, and don’t miss a boat ride along the Mekong River.

The tours of the city’s sights Tuol Sleng Prison and Choeung Ek (also known as the Killing Fields) relating to the Khmer Rouge’s genocidal regime are gut-wrenching but important to include in your itinerary.

Discover the lesser visited second-largest city, Battambang, for an authentic look at Cambodian life.

Cambodia is also home to one of Southeast Asia’s iconic sights – the unmissable UNESCO World Heritage Site Angkor Wat. Built in the early 12th century, only a fraction of the vast temple complex is accessible, with many sites still being studied.

Angkor Wat is a must do for a honeymoon in Cambodia. Spend a couple of days exploring the temples and, if you can, wake up early to watch the sunrise over the temples.

Check out some of the other highlights near to the town of Siem Reap. The floating village of Chong Kneas, the Tonle Sap Lake and Phnom Kulen National Park where the waterfall is a highlight.

You might need some downtime after this, so book a massage in a local spa and take a leisurely cooking class together!

Travel to Kratie to find the endangered Irrawaddy dolphins. Although investment in recent years meant some over-tourism of beaches like Sihanoukville, Cambodia still has some of the best beaches in Southeast Asia and is much less developed than its towering neighbour, Thailand.

Relax at Koh Rong and Koh Russey, which are essential stops on a honeymoon in Cambodia for a laid-back South-East Asia beach vibe.

There are some stunning beaches like Long Set Beach and Sok San Beach on Koh Rong. Feast on seafood, go snorkelling and diving and relax in a hammock. Go kayaking and zip line through the jungle. Take a boat tour from Koh Rong to see the bioluminescent plankton.

Is Cambodia good for a honeymoon? With its stunning temples and natural beauty, rich culture and history, tasty cuisine, and its affordable luxury hotels and resorts, a honeymoon in Cambodia will be magic.

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