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How to Book a Trip to Cambodia

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How to Book a Trip to Cambodia

Visit Angkor Wat and the islands for $950 by spreading the cost over 15 months without paying interest.

VoAtlas editorial Updated · 3 min read
Typical cost $950 before anything else
Across the 0% window $63.33/mo 15 months, no interest

How we got that: $950 spread evenly across the 15-month introductory window on the Discover it® Cash Back. Checked · at the bank Carry a balance past the window and the standard APR applies to what is left.

Cambodia is best from November to March when the humidity drops and the sun stays out. You get the sunrise at Angkor Wat without the monsoon rains. It’s a place where you can see ancient ruins in the morning and hit a night market for street food by evening.

A trip like this usually costs around $950 for the big stuff. Instead of waiting until you have every cent saved, we can use a card to split that cost into monthly bites. It makes the flight feel a lot lighter on your bank account.

The 0% intro APR for 15 months on purchases and balance transfers is a deadline, not a gift. If you still have a balance when those 15 months are up, the standard variable APR kicks in and you'll owe interest on whatever is left.

The steps

  1. 01

    Pick your window

    Target the dry season between November and February. The heat is manageable and you won't get stuck in monsoon downpours while trekking. This is peak time, so book your spot a few months early.

  2. 02

    Use a 15-month window

    Apply for the Discover it® Cash Back. This card gives you a 0% intro APR for 15 months on purchases and balance transfers. If your trip costs $950, you can pay $63.33 a month to have it totally cleared before the interest starts.

  3. 03

    Watch flight prices

    Use a tracker to find that $950 sweet spot from the US. Flights usually land in Phnom Penh or Siem Reap. Sometimes it's cheaper to fly into Bangkok and take a short bus ride over the border.

  4. 04

    Budget for on-the-ground cash

    Cambodia runs on US dollars and the local Riel. You'll need cash for street food, tuk-tuks, and the temple passes. Smaller spots won't take cards, so keep small bills on you.

  5. 05

    Book your base

    Stay in Siem Reap for the temples and a guesthouse in Kampot for the river views. Prices are low, so your money goes a lot further once you arrive. Most decent rooms cost under $30.

  6. 06

    Check the card terms before you commit

    Every figure we publish for the Discover it® Cash Back carries the date a person verified it against Discover and a link to where they checked. Intro windows and APRs change without notice, so confirm the current terms before applying.

    See Discover it® Cash Back terms →

Common questions

Do I need a visa?

Yes, most US travelers get a visa on arrival or an e-visa online. It costs about $30 to $35 and is usually valid for 30 days.

Is Cambodia expensive?

The flight is the biggest cost. Once you're there, you can eat well for a few dollars and find a decent room for very little.

Can I use my card everywhere?

Not really. Big hotels and fancy restaurants in cities will take it, but you'll need cash for almost everything else like markets and taxis.

What is a 0% intro APR?

It's a set period where the bank doesn't charge you interest on what you buy. You still have to make minimum payments every month to keep the deal active.