Turing Scheme trips to Cambodia

DAY 02 - ARRIVAL AND ORIENTATION OF TREI NHOAR AND KHMER LANGUAGE SESSION

Morning: Arrival and Orientation
- Begin your day with breakfast at your accommodation in Siem Reap.
- After breakfast, check-out and transfer to Trei Nhoar community.
- Upon arrival, receive a warm welcome from the villagers.
- Engage in an orientation session to familiarize yourself with Cambodian village life, including accommodation facilities and cultural norms.
- Participate in a needs analysis activity, exploring the village in small groups and engaging in discussions with locals.
- Enjoy a traditional Khmer lunch at the village stay.

Afternoon: Project Work
- Move to the project site for a briefing on project objectives, health, and safety measures.
- Engage in hands-on project work alongside local craftsmen, contributing to community development efforts.

Evening: Sunset and Cultural Experience
- Take a leisurely stroll to the nearby rice fields, witnessing a stunning sunset over the countryside.
- Return to the village for a delightful BBQ dinner, savoring local flavors under the evening sky.
- Participate in a fun and interactive Khmer language session, learning basic phrases for meaningful interactions with villagers.

Overnight Stay: Trei Nhoar Village Stay (Shared Accommodation)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 03 to Day 06: Trei Nhoar - Community Service Project 

07:00 Breakfast at the community center.

08:00 Head to the Project Site and continue working on the community service project.

11:30 Wrap up work and return to the community center.

12:00 Lunch break.

14:00 Resume work at the project site.

17:00 Transfer back to Trei Nhoar Village Stay.

18:30 Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

20:00 Relax and rest.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Trei Nhoar Village Stay (Sharing House)

DAY 7: REI NHOAR – BAMBOO BASKET WEAVING – COOKING CLASS

07:00 Start your day with a wholesome breakfast at the community center.

08:00 Head to the Project Site to continue your community service work.

11:30 Wrap up work and return to the community center.

12:00 Return to the village homestay to freshen up before lunch.

In the afternoon, delve into local culture activities. Begin by meeting villagers and witnessing the intricate art of bamboo basket weaving. Gain insight into how this traditional craft supports the local community. Following the demonstration, try your hand at weaving your own basket.

Next, embark on a short stroll to a nearby house for an immersive cooking session with locals, where you'll learn the secrets of Khmer flavors firsthand.

Conclude your day with dinner at the village stay, where you'll spend the night.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Trei Nhoar Village Stay (Sharing House)

DAY 08 – DAY 11 TREI NHOAR PROJECT WORK CONTINUED

07:00 Start your day with breakfast at the community center.

08:00 Head to the Project Site to continue your work on the community service project.

11:30 Wrap up work and return to the community center.

12:00 Enjoy lunch.

14:00 Return to the project site to continue working.

17:00 Transfer back to your hotel.

18:30 Dinner at a local restaurant.

20:00 Relax and rest.

Meal: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Trei Nhoer Home Stay

DAY 12 - TREI NHOAR PROJECT WORK CONTINUED - LOCAL STUDENT EXCHANGE - MUSIC AND DANCE SHOW

Start your day with breakfast at the community center.

Return to the project site where the group continues working with local constructors on project tasks.

Head back to the village homestay to freshen up before lunch at the community center.

In the afternoon, engage in a cultural exchange session with local students, discussing topics such as education, life, and prospects. Please note that this activity may be subject to change based on the local school's schedule and can be rescheduled within the itinerary.

Enjoy dinner followed by an immersive experience in local traditional music and dance. Take the opportunity to join in the festivities and dance alongside the villagers. You're encouraged to prepare your own singing or dancing performance that represents your culture.

Spend the night at your village stay, embracing the warmth of community hospitality.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Trei Nhoar Village Stay (Sharing House)

DAY 13 - TREI NHOAR SERVICE PROJECT – RECLYED PLASTIC WEAVING - TRADITIONAL MONK BLESSING - TRANSFER BACK TO SIEM REAP

Breakfast will be served at the community center.

Afterwards, return to the project site to continue working alongside local constructors on project tasks.

Head back to the village homestay to freshen up before enjoying lunch at the community center.

In the afternoon, you'll have the opportunity to meet with a local woman who specializes in creating carpets and tablecloths from recycled plastic found along the roadside. Learn about her family's efforts not only to collect plastic waste but also to recycle it into colorful products that support their livelihood alongside farming. You'll also have the chance to learn how to create these items yourself.

Following this, you'll receive a traditional monk blessing as you bid farewell to the village and return to Siem Reap town in the late afternoon (a 45-minute to 1-hour drive).

Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant before spending the night at Sokchea Angkor Hotel (ROH Room) or a similar accommodation.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Sokchea Angkor Hotel (ROH Room) or Similar

Day 14 - Siem Reap Departure

Today, you have free time until it's time to head to the airport for your departure flight. You're welcome to use your room until noon. Meals are not included, so feel free to enjoy them at your own leisure. We hope you've had a wonderful trip and wish you a safe journey back home!