Road Trip - 14 Day India | Rajasthan - Agra - Goa

If you want the ultimate adventure, whilst giving back at the same time, this would be a great option. This experience allows you to meet new people, interact with the community and to travel India, for an all round adventure!

Week 1 – Udaipur

Arrive in Udaipur in the state of Rajasthan and be immersed in Indian culture and as well as witness historical architectural UNESCO world heritage sites and cultural experiences. A general overview of the first week may include;

• Cultural orientation, do’s & donts, customs & habits
• City tour and local sightseeing at various markets and natural sightsin groups or individually
• Cooking classes
• Language classes
• Yoga
• 3 days as a volunteer in a renovation or community based project
• Weekend Excursion – Agra

On the Saturday, travel by train from Udaipur to Agra and stay in a hotel with your fellow volunteers. Visit the Taj Mahal and experience local guided sight seeing. On the Sunday afternoon, travel by train to Delhi and then board a plane to Goa (Included in program costs)

Week 2 – Goa

You’ll be picked up from the airport and taken to the volunteer centre to enjoy the 2nd week of your experience in the funky and unique beach setting of Goa. You’ll have time to laze on the beach and also enjoy guided tours to historical architectural UNESCO world heritage sites, and taste the best of the cuisine goa has to offer. A general overview of the 2nd week may include:

• Brief orientation and overview of volunteering projects available, and local customs
• Local sightseeing and socializing with other volunteers
• Visit local markets and historical world heritage sites
• 3 days as a volunteer in a renovation or community based project

Saturday departure (If departing on Sunday, the extra nights accommodation is US$55 p/night including meals but must be booked in advance).

• Accommodation
• 3 meals p/day weekdays / 2 meals p/day weekends
• Arrival airport transfer (Sat/Sun arrivals)
• Filtered drinking water, coffee & tea
• 1 day orientation
• Daily transportation to project
• In country 24/7 support & emergency assistance
• Fundraising support
• University course credits (where applicable)
• Certificate of Completion

• Airfares
• Travel Insurance
• Tours, Souvenirs & spending money

Airport pick-up is included in the volunteering cost unless specified.This may involve either a local pick-up by your volunteer host or a public transport ticket where necessary. These details will be finalised with you upon making a booking as this will depend on your arrival information.

Udaipur – The main mode of transport will be by TUK TUKs.
Udaipur to Agra by train. Agra to Delhi by train. Delhi to Goa by flight
Goa – The main mode of transport will be by Jeeps

Weekends are always free for relaxing or sightseeing of your choice. Our ground operators will help you organise additional trips with special (non tourist) rates which can be paid directly in local currency. As a volunteer you will gain access to local knowledge, opportunities and value you simply would not find if staying as a standard tourist.

No extra requirements for this program. 

India is an eclectic and intoxicating cultural experience like no other! Home of the famous Taj Mahal, the Himalayas, the sacred Ganges river, and over 1 billion people of varying languages, cultures and beleifs, India is sure to push you to the boundaries of your comfort zone.

IVI is focused on establishing sustainable employment and education through volunteering efforts in India. Children in some of the regions we service have not had basic nutritional background. Over 950,000 newborns per year in India die from infections. Education about health for families provides a strong foundation for self-care in the communities we service in India.

India’s climte ranges from tropical down south to alpine up in the northern mountain regions. 

From April until the start of October is summer, and in most places in India, is very hot. In June the monsoon rains start in Kerala down south, and move inland. Further north and in the rural areas of Rajasthan, it can get pretty cold from December to January- sometimes as low at minus 5 degrees!

Be prepared for some hot temperatures but if in the Sikkim region, bring along some warmer clothing as it can get cold in the mountains. 

India is a country FULL of culture! From the beautiful colours, different religions, ancient traditions and the smells of spices- India is a country like no other.  It’s the the second most populous nation after China, with over 1.2 billion people. 

The most prominant religions are Hinduism and Buddhism and around 13% of the popualrtion are Muslim. Because there are so many religions, India celebrates a large number of festivals throughout the year. Some of these include Diwali, Holi, Eid and Good Friday. 

In India, the cow is considered to be a Holy animal and you will see cars either driving around, or simply waiting if a cow is in the road holding up traffic! In some parts of India it is forbidden to eat meat or drink alcohol. 

You will see many temples in India, as well as colourful clothing, particually the sari’s that the local women wear, and many cultural dance shows and activities. 

30 Years Non Profit Experience

IVI is an Australian charity & non profit organisation founded in 1989 and is one of the pioneers of overseas volunteering successfully placing over 20,000 volunteers globally.

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