Prepare for an unforgettably adventurous and cultural Experience! This incredible 4 week trip will squeeze in the best of the world’s largest Sub-continent from the historical wonders of Jaipur to the beaches of Goa and the deserts of Himachal Pradesh!
You will have the option to either help at one of our very rewarding community projects in Himachal and Goa by choosing the volunteer option, or for those that what to be more adventurous choose the Adventure option and go on a hike where you can view the stunning Himalayas, visit waterfalls, visit a wildlife sanctuary in Goa and much more.
Highlights include:
- Visit the famous Taj Mahal
- Elephant ride to the historic Amber Fort
- Take a stunning camel safari through the Thar Desert
- Learn Yoga in its country of origin
- Trekking in the foothills of the Himalaya
- Experience the unique Indian culture and lifestyle
- Visit to Dharamsala, the home of the Dalai Lama (Adventure option)
- Learn traditional Indian cooking (Volunteer Option)
- Volunteering at one of our ongoing community development initiatives in Himichal and Goa (Volunteer option)
What's Included
- Pick up from Delhi airport on programme start date.
- Accommodation in hotels, guesthouses and volunteer camps in gender specific shared rooms.
- Meals as per the itinerary for the duration of the programme.
- The following activities in Jaipur, Bollywood dancing class, Indian dressing workshop, Henna Painting workshop
- English speaking local guide during sightseeing and volunteering.
- Train tickets in sleeper category on the Delhi-Himachal, Himachal-Delhi and Delhi-Goa sectors.
- All material required for various activities during the volunteer work like colour pens, paper, sports equipment etc.
- Transport during the working days for local use and excursions throughout the programme.
- An elephant and rickshaw ride in Jaipur and one camel safari in Pushkar.
- Work shop for yoga and Indian cooking lessons only for Volunteer option.
- Volunteer work programme for volunteering option.
- One night trekking tour and camping only for the Adventure option.
- Sightseeing trip of Goa only for the Adventure option.
What's Not Included
- International Flights
- Travel Insurance
- Tourist Visa
- All items of a personal nature such as gifts, clothes etc.
- Telephone calls/Internet use
Prices and Durations
India Experience - Volunteer Option
$1,759
India Experience - Adventure Option
$1,759