CAMBODIA

Cambodia immediately conjures images of the majestic Angkor Wat. This antique temple is the world’s largest religious complex and the country’s most remarkable and recognisable sight. Arriving here at sunrise from Siem Reap, you’ll see monks strolling its walkways, the surrounding forest aglow with the first light of the day.

While its temples are legendary, you’ll also find a huge amount to discover beyond their crumbling walls elsewhere in the country. Beautifully maintained French colonial architecture houses cafés, bars and riverside restaurants in the pretty city of Battambang, while the capital Phnom Penh pulses with energy thanks to its bustling markets and incredible food scene.

You can choose to throw yourself into the hectic pace of life here, or balance it with a leisurely cruise along the Mekong, taking in Phnom Penh’s promenade and the tranquillity of nearby Koh Oknha Tey, or Silk Island, known for its calm forests and handmade textiles.