Tag: Kep and Kampot

4 Days, 3 Nights: Kampot & Koh Rong Samloem, Starting Right From the Ha Tien Border

Mountains one day, island beaches the next. This independent 4D3N route to Kampot and Koh Rong Samloem starts at the Ha Tien border gate — making Ha Tien Vegas the natural launchpad for the whole trip.

Kampot is one of Cambodia’s most underrated towns — French colonial streets, riverside sunsets, and Bokor Mountain rising just behind it. Pair it with Koh Rong Samloem, and you get one of the best beach-and-mountain combos within a short ride of the Vietnam border. Here’s how to do it independently, in four days.

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Kampot: A Relaxing Escape Just Across the Border from Ha Tien Vegas

Mountains, rivers, beaches, and bold local flavors — all within easy reach of the Ha Tien border crossing.

Just across the Cambodia border from Ha Tien, Kampot is one of the most rewarding day-trip or weekend destinations for travelers staying at Ha Tien Vegas. Blending French-colonial charm with untouched nature, this riverside town is known for its clean coastline, misty mountains, and some of the best seafood in the region.

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Crossing the Ha Tien Border Gate: Your Easy Route to Kep & Kampot

You don’t need an expensive flight for a change of scenery. One of the easiest international getaways in southern Vietnam is right here at the Ha Tien International Border Gate.

Located in Ha Tien, on Vietnam’s southwestern edge, this crossing (also known by its older name, Xa Xia) connects directly to the Prek Chak border checkpoint in Kampot Province, Cambodia. More and more travelers are choosing this route to reach the coastal towns of Kep and Kampot — it’s affordable, the paperwork is simple, and the whole trip feels more like a weekend adventure than a hassle.

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THE ULTIMATE KAMPOT GUIDE 2026: INCLUDING CROSS-BORDER ADVENTURES TO HA TIEN VEGAS

Kampot Guide 2026 brings you into one of the most laid-back and intriguing corners of Cambodia. Colonial ruins line the streets, the river drifts slow like the town itself, and pepper is taken more seriously than most religions. Whether you came here chasing visa runs, river sunsets, or the promise of authentic Southeast Asian experiences, one thing is certain: you’ll likely stay longer than you meant to. And with Vietnam’s Ha Tien just 45km away across the border, you now have even more entertainment options at your doorstep.

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