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Community Service
Day 01 Morning: Evening: Day 02 Morning: Arrival at Phnom Penh Airport and transfer to your hotel.
Activities today will depend on your arrival time.

Arriving, Phnom Penh

Dinner Tuol Sleng, Norodom Royal Palace & Local orphanage Short briefing: we will go through all the necessary topics that will make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. You will also have time to learn some Khmer, the language of Cambodia. Then depart for the famous Tuol Sleng genocide museum, which tells the story of political struggles that faced Cambodia several decades ago with the Khmer Rouge Visit the Norodom dynasty Royal Palace for a tour of this immaculate palace and its gardens. You will then visit a local orphanage to meet and interact with the children. Buffet Dinner at the East Indian restaurant. Overnight at hotel. Phnom Penh: Service Project You will go to Takmao, Kandal province, FCCP Widows Colony and Primary School Project (approximately 30 km away). At the school you will meet the children and have the opportunity to take part in helping them by teaching them in art, English language and handicrafts. Lunch will be lunch boxes on island. After lunch the group will be divided into two groups. Dinner in local restaurant Phnom Penh: Service Project Full day: Third and final day at your community project at the Koh Kor Island Colony FCCP Project. Today the groups will rotate to have the opportunity to try each others activities and completion of the hut renovations. Lunch is again a packed lunch on the island. Farewell Party Back to your hotel and refresh before heading out on a dinner cruise on Mekong river to watch the sunset and illumination of the city by night. This will be approximately a two hour trip and will include a Thai & Khmer seafood meal onboard Siem Reap: Angkor Thom & Night market Early flight to Siem Reap city. Check in and have some free time to relax and take in a swim in the beautiful hotel swimming pool. We will go to a local Cambodian orphanage in Angkor Thom temple and interact and play with the children in this special place. Dinner in Siem Reap for a Cambodian, Thai and Chinese buffet meal and to watch the Apsara traditional dance show. Then, you will go to the Night market, and have the chance to enjoy a Turkish fish foot massage, and do a little shopping for souvenirs and other Cambodian handicrafts before returning to the hotel for the night.
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Day 06 Morning: Siem Reap: Angkor Wat Visit of the Angkor Wat Temple complex. You will go by bicycle and do a cycle tour of the main world famous temple sites including the Angkor Wat, the Bayon temple and Tha Phrom, Elephant terrace, Baray. We will take an Elephant ride up and down Phnom Bakeng Mountain and go for a mountain climb to see the sunset on Angkor Wat (if the weather permits). For our return journey we will take the famous Tuk-Tuk (local open air motor vehicle and taxi) drive back to the hotel. Dinner at the Royal Thai restaurant. Siem Reap: War Museum & Cambodian Cultural Village Visit Cambodian Cultural Village. There are 11 unique villages, which represent different culture heritages and characteristics of the 19 multi races in Cambodia. Visit the War and Landmines museum. Continue with the visit of the Government sponsored Khmer Cultural Gallery where local craftsmen work and sell their products. You can also look at the techniques the local Khmer workers employ in the attached workshops to make the goods on sale and enjoy a guided tour of the workshops. If time permits we will go shopping at Psar Dja where you can get souvenirs and other silk or silver items. Dinner will be Buffet style at a nice roof top open air restaurant overlooking the Siem Reap River. Departure Packing and check-out of your hotel after breakfast. There may be time for some last minute souvenir shopping depending on your flight schedule. Time to say... Bye Bye and See You Soon!

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Price for 7 nights:

On application*
Based on 20 students and 2 free teachers

* The price for the above itinerary is based on the number of days, number of students, time of year and specific requirements of the school. The above notes are intended as a guide only, indicating a planned itinerary and series of activities and highlights. Our intention is to adhere to the day to day schedule published. If there is any deviation from the planned itinerary due to safety, transportation, weather, etc., ITS will endeavour to ensure that the trip remains equally enjoyable and rewarding to all concerned.

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Included in the price
Pre-departure assistance with special interests, travel options and curricular priorities ITS Tour Leader from arrival to departure All accommodation in 3/4-star hotels standards All breakfasts from day 2 All dinners and lunches from day 1 except departure day Water provided daily at breakfasts and dinners Private bus transfers to and from the airport or when specified Public transportation throughout the tour metro, public buses Entrance fees to all activities and sights detailed in the itinerary 1 free teacher/chaperone for every 10 paying students

Not included in the price

International and domestic air travel Visa fees Personal medical and travel insurance Vaccinations and other medical needs Snacks and drinks other than the provided water Extra activities not included in the itinerary Internet and telephone expenses Pocket money and personal expenses Tips and gratuities for guides

Other suggested activities

Phnom Pehn: Russian Market, Independence monument, the City center hill top, the French post office, the main Casino and water works, the Central market, the river front. Siem Reap: Kompong Phluk trip, Cooking lessons, Khmer Cultural and Ceramic Gallery , Balloon view, Phnom Kulen NP, Butterfly centre

Alternative information
Safety is an absolute priority with ITS trips. Our experienced and trained staff are First Aid qualified. Each staff
member has a mobile telephone for emergencies and overall communication. Cambodia has a moderate health care system but it will vary depending upon location. A complete risk assessment is provided for each trip. A complete risk assessment is provided for each trips

Health and Vaccinations: it is recommended that you consult with your GP for the most up to date advice. General
rules of hygiene must be followed. It is recommended that all students are healthy before travelling and bring with them any medication required. A reasonable level of physical fitness is required for all participants. Please visit our recommended website for information: http://www.nathnac.org/ds/c_pages/country_page_KH.htm

Visas: Please contact your local consulate for visa information and requirements. Money: The Riel is the accepted currency of Cambodia. We recommend you exchange money before your departure
or at the airport upon arrival. We also recommend you use an international credit card to minimise the amount of cash carried. However, US dollars are widely used in Cambodia bring small denomination notes only. Children should not carry a large amount of cash in any case.

Tour Style: ITS Staff accompanies the group during the entire duration, organizing all the activities and visits. School
staff are responsible for the pastoral care of the students and must be the people in charge of the group control and discipline at all times. Food will be mainly authentic local cuisine please inform us as soon as possible of your dietary requirements .

Equipment: Temperatures can fluctuate so waterproof and comfortable clothing according to the season is
recommended. Walking shoes, a hat and sunglasses, a back pack, a water bottle, an insects repellent and sunscreen (high factor sunblock) are essentials. Dont f orget to bring your camera and battery charger! A medical kit will be carried along with the group by the ITS tour leader; but extra items other than the First Aid Kit will be the responsibility of the participant or the school staff leader.

Lodging: Students are accommodated in twin / triple rooms. Please be aware that some hotels may not provide twin beds but in some cases students may have to share a bed or lie on an extra mattress . Conditions: The price per student is based on the above offer and guaranteed for a minimum 20 paying students.

The next step

This standard offer will be customized to fit your wishes if needed. All our programs are tailor-made! Therefore if you would like to change any aspect of this itinerary please contact us directly. Once both parties agree on the specified itinerary you will receive an Invoice and a Booking Confirmation form to sign and return to your contact. ITS - International Travel for Schools Visit us at www.itsedu.net!