Angkor Wat Siem Reap — Cambodia travel destination

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How Much Does a Trip to Cambodia Cost?

Cambodia is one of Southeast Asia's cheapest destinations, where $2 meals and $8 guesthouses stretch budgets remarkably. Angkor Wat alone justifies the trip, and the dual USD-riel currency system simplifies spending for Western visitors.

UpdatedApril 2026· Currency: US Dollar / Cambodian Riel ($)
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Cost Breakdown by Category

🏨Accommodation

Hostel dorm$3-7
Budget guesthouse$8-18
Mid-range hotel$20-40
Luxury resort$50-150

🍽Food & Dining

Amok fish curry$2-4
Street noodle soup$1-2
Lok lak (stir-fried beef)$3-5
Upscale restaurant dinner$12-25

🚆Transport

Tuk-tuk ride (short)$1-3
Bus Phnom Penh-Siem Reap$8-15
Motorbike rental (per day)$5-10
Domestic flight$40-80

🎯Activities

Angkor Wat 1-day pass$37
Killing Fields entry$6
Cooking class$10-20
Tonle Sap boat tour$15-25

Cheapest Time to Visit

CheapestMay, June, September, October
ShoulderMarch, April, November
PeakDecember, January, February

Avoid: Khmer New Year (mid-April) closes many businesses. Peak wet season (Aug-Oct) can flood some roads.

Dry season (Nov-Apr) is peak tourist season. Wet season brings afternoon downpours but lush green landscapes and fewer crowds at Angkor.

Tipping & Money

Tipping expected

Tipping is not traditional in Cambodia but is appreciated in tourist areas. The service industry relies partly on tips from tourists.

restaurant: 5-10%
taxi: Round up
hotel: $1/night
Tour guide: $3-5
bar: Round up
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Cash vs Card

Cambodia operates on a dual-currency system: USD for larger transactions and Cambodian riel (KHR) for small change. Cash is king; cards work only at upscale hotels and restaurants.

Recommended cash: $20-40 per day in USD

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Money-Saving Tips

  • 1Eat at local Khmer restaurants and street stalls for meals under $3.
  • 2Buy a 3-day Angkor pass for $62 instead of three 1-day passes at $37 each.
  • 3Travel by bus between cities instead of flying for significant savings.
  • 4Negotiate tuk-tuk fares before getting in and agree on a day rate for temple touring.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a trip to Cambodia cost per day in 2026?
Budget travelers spend about $18/day, mid-range about $40/day, and luxury travelers around $88/day per person.
Can I use US dollars in Cambodia?
Yes. USD is widely used for most transactions. Cambodian riel (KHR) is used for small change under $1. ATMs dispense dollars.
How much does Angkor Wat cost?
A 1-day pass is $37, a 3-day pass is $62, and a 7-day pass is $72. The multi-day passes offer much better value.
When is the cheapest time to visit Cambodia?
May-June and September-October (wet season) offer the lowest prices with fewer tourists at Angkor.

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Sources: Numbeo 2025-2026, Tourism Cambodia (official), Angkor Enterprise ticketing · Last updated April 2026