{"id":28177,"date":"2026-05-26T11:35:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-26T11:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.smilinggecko.ch\/travel-to-cambodia-for-the-opening-of-the-new-school-building\/"},"modified":"2026-09-18T12:10:25","modified_gmt":"2026-09-18T12:10:25","slug":"travel-to-cambodia-for-the-opening-of-the-new-school-building","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smilinggecko.ch\/en\/travel-to-cambodia-for-the-opening-of-the-new-school-building\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel to Cambodia for the opening of the new school building"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Our new school building is finally finished.
That calls for a celebration!<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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15 to 26 November 2026<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Price per person<\/strong>, based on a minimum of 10 participants
Trip as described in the programme, including flights: CHF\u00a03\u2019480.00*<\/strong>
Single room supplement: CHF\u00a0680.00<\/strong>
Accommodation in a Deluxe Bungalow<\/strong>.
Other room categories at the Farmhouse Resort: price on request<\/p>

*Airfares are dynamic and may change at any time. Prices and availability are subject to change.<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Sunday, 15 November<\/strong><\/p>

Zurich \u2013 Hong Kong<\/strong>
Flight with Cathay Pacific to Hong Kong (11:55\/06:15+1).<\/p>

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Monday, 16 November<\/strong><\/p>

Hong Kong \u2013 Phnom Penh (KTI)<\/strong>
Arrival in Hong Kong early in the morning and connecting flight to Phnom Penh (08:40\/10:25). You will be met at the airport and transferred from the new airport to your hotel. Check-in is normally from 14:00.
In the afternoon, you will visit the Royal Palace, which remains the official residence of King Norodom Sihamoni, as well as the Silver Pagoda and the National Museum (closes at 17:00). Finally, you will visit the Central Market, a covered market built around a central dome, where you can find almost every kind of souvenir. Overnight stay at a hotel in the city centre.<\/p>

Cambodia visa<\/strong>
A visa for Cambodia should be obtained online in advance.
Cambodia visa<\/a> | Insight Reisen (insight-reisen.com)<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Anik Palace Hotel,<\/em>
Phnom Penh<\/em>
Anik Classic<\/em>
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Tuesday, 17 November<\/strong><\/p>

Phnom Penh \u2013 Siem Reap<\/strong>
After breakfast, you will explore the country\u2019s tragic past. The Khmer Rouge\u2019s reign of terror has left its mark to this day. You will visit the former Tuol Sleng torture prison and the Killing Fields outside the city.<\/p>

Drive to Siem Reap (without a guide, approximately 320 km\/6 hours).<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Anik Palace Hotel,<\/em>
Phnom Penh<\/em>
Anik Classic<\/em>
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Wednesday, 18 November<\/strong><\/p>

Siem Reap: the temples of Angkor<\/strong>
Visits to the spectacular temple complexes: you will explore Angkor Thom with the Bayon and the Terrace of the Elephants. You will then visit Ta Keo, the jungle-covered Ta Prohm and Preah Khan, with further temples if time permits.<\/p>

Angkor Archaeological Park is not only a destination for travellers admiring the art and architecture of past civilisations, but also home to many residents of the Siem Reap region. Along the paths and near the temples, we discover small villages with charming traditional houses. We recommend escaping the tourist crowds and enjoying a private aperitif in one of these wooden homes, in a peaceful and authentic setting. The welcoming team awaits you with refreshing cold drinks and delicious canap\u00e9s, offering the perfect opportunity to relax after a day of sightseeing. Includes a foot massage and pastry tasting.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Siem Reap
Bayon Room
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Thursday, 19 November<\/strong><\/p>

Siem Reap \u2013 Farmhouse Smiling Gecko<\/strong> (19\u201325 November 2026)
After breakfast, drive through rural Cambodia to Farmhouse Smiling Gecko (without a guide, approximately 320 km\/5\u20136 hours). The Farmhouse team will be waiting to welcome you. In the evening, enjoy an aperitif followed by dinner at the Farmhouse Restaurant.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Friday, 20 November<\/strong><\/p>

Farmhouse Smiling Gecko \u2013 School Opening<\/strong>
Early in the morning, you will visit the school and gain a memorable insight into the children\u2019s daily lives. This personal tour includes moving encounters that leave a lasting impression.
After breakfast, a tour of the Smiling Gecko Campus follows. You will learn more about the wide range of vocational training programmes and apprenticeships for adults, as well as the project\u2019s sustainable development work.
In the afternoon, you will visit a local school and surrounding villages. These encounters offer an authentic picture of life in rural Cambodia and the challenges people face every day.
Dinner at the Farmhouse Restaurant or, if you prefer, at the UN fine dining restaurant.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Saturday, 21 November<\/strong><\/p>

Farmhouse Smiling Gecko \u2013 School Opening \u2013 Main Celebration<\/strong>
Saturday is dedicated to a variety of celebrations and is the official opening day. Buddhist monks will bless the school, while performances by the schoolchildren provide moving moments. A tour of the school and other activities will make this special day an unforgettable experience.
Dinner at the Farmhouse Restaurant or, if you prefer, at the UN fine dining restaurant.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Sunday, 22 November<\/strong><\/p>

Farmhouse Smiling Gecko \u2013 School Opening<\/strong>
This day is devoted entirely to culture. Throughout the day, The Gong cultural centre will host performances, talks and guided tours, offering fascinating insights into local culture and traditions.
You will also have the opportunity to visit families in need and give them food supplies. This support makes a valuable contribution to their food security and gives you a personal insight into their daily lives.
Dinner at the Farmhouse Restaurant or, if you prefer, at the UN fine dining restaurant.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Monday, 23 November<\/strong><\/p>

Farmhouse Smiling Gecko \u2013 School Opening<\/strong>
You can choose from a variety of excursions to discover nearby sights. Whether visiting a temple or taking a boat trip to see floating houses and local pottery workshops, this eventful morning will leave you with lasting memories.
More performances and activities await you at The Gong cultural centre in the afternoon.
Dinner at the Farmhouse Restaurant or, if you prefer, at the UN fine dining restaurant.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Tuesday, 24 November<\/strong><\/p>

Farmhouse Smiling Gecko \u2013 School Opening<\/strong>
Today is a relaxed day dedicated to enjoyment. Take time to make the most of the beautiful resort, treat yourself at the spa or simply unwind by the pool.
Anyone who would like to explore the surrounding area further or discover more can do so according to their own wishes.
The atmospheric finale to the trip is a fine dining dinner at Restaurant UN, unless you have already enjoyed it on an earlier evening. Outstanding cuisine awaits you: your last opportunity to experience this culinary highlight.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Wednesday, 25 November<\/strong><\/p>

Phnom Penh (KTI) \u2013 Return flight via Hong Kong<\/strong>
After lunch at the Farmhouse, transfer to the airport and check-in (approximately 3 hours before departure). Flight with Cathay Pacific to Hong Kong (19:05\/22:50).<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Thursday, 26 November<\/strong><\/p>

Return flight Hong Kong \u2013 Zurich<\/strong>
Connecting flight with Cathay Pacific to Zurich (00:45\/07:30). Arrival in Zurich on Thursday.<\/p>

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After almost three years of construction, our new school building is finally finished. That calls for a celebration, and guests are more than welcome.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":23662,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[121],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-28177","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news-en"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t