ADULT TRAVELLERS
Dharamshala Program
Trip Details
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
21-Days Total
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Start and finish at New Delhi Airport
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Fully curated trip with accompanying staff and guides
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Special packages for families
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Translators/Interpreters included
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No Public transportation used
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Community based and community driven
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DEI trained staff
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Gender sensitive accommodations made on request
LECTURES & DEMOS
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Cooking classes – Indian and Tibetan food
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Intro to Yoga/Meditation
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Lectures on Tibetan and Indian culture, history and current events
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Introduction to Hindi and/or Tibetan languages
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Optional participation available for daily chores with local staff
ACTIVITIES & VISITS
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Day hike to Triund and nearby mountain villages
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Guided trips to local historical sites
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Visit to Norbulingka College of Tibetan Arts
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Visit to the Dalai Lamas residence
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Amritsar visit at the beginning of the program
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Taj Mahal Visit with a guide at the end of the program
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A Delhi food walk
VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
We have a wide choice of opportunities for participants to work with and learn about local efforts to address problems faced by our local communities. To narrow down the choices, we have our participants fill out a Skills and Interest Form. THis information enables us to suggest a smaller list to choose from. We recommend at least 16 Hours a week (4 Hrs/day) of participating in a working CBO to get the most out of your experience. You are welcome to work more.
Included Services
Airport transfers
Boxed lunches provided where needed
All permits, entrance fees and tickets
Flights inside India
All meals and choice of accomodations
Excluded: International flights, Health Insurance, Gratuities and Tips, Donations on behalf of participants