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Route Details
Flight Duration
The flight from Philadelphia to Siem Reap takes approximately 19 hours, typically with one connection.
Airport Transfer
Siem Reap Airport to town: Tuk-tuk is $10-15, 15 minutes. Taxis are $15-20. Rent a tuk-tuk for temple tours ($15-25/day). Buy a temple pass (1-day $37, 3-day $62). Bring sunscreen, water, and modest clothing (no shoulders/knees).
Visa & Entry Requirements
US passport holders can get visa on arrival for $30 (tourism, 30 days). Bring passport photos. E-visa available online ($36, processed in 3 days).
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About Siem Reap
Siem Reap is the gateway to Angkor Wat — one of the world's greatest archaeological sites. The temples are jaw-dropping, and the town has good food, night markets, and Pub Street for backpacker chaos. You'll need 2-3 days minimum for the temples. The town itself is touristy but functional.
Highlights
- •Angkor Wat sunrise (get there at 5 AM)
- •Bayon Temple (faces) and Ta Prohm (Tomb Raider temple)
- •Pub Street and night markets
- •Tonle Sap floating villages
Best Time to Visit
November, December, January, February
November-February is dry season (75-85°F). March-May is brutally hot (95°F+). June-October is wet season (rain, mud, but fewer crowds). Best weather is December-January.
Cost of Living
Cheap. Meals $2-6, hotels $15-50/night. Temple pass is the biggest expense.
Timezone & Jet Lag
UTC+7 (no daylight saving time). 12 hours ahead of US East Coast. Significant jet lag expected — plan for a few days to adjust.
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