Where you’ll go:
Ancient & Modern India
Delhi, Agra, Amritsar, and Shimla.
Immerse yourselves in this rewarding trip, full of experiences and culture. Soak up the beauty of iconic temples, palaces, and breath taking scenery, on your journey from the holy city of Amritsar, with the stunning Golden Sikh Temple, to the Queen of the Hills, Shimla, renowned for its colonial charm. Visit contrasting Old and New Delhi, amongst traditions of heritage and modernity meet. Then prepare to stand in awe at the Taj Mahal.
Gain a New Perspective
Take this fascinating journey through India, and discover a way of life that ranges from yesteryear to today. A country of economic growth and potential, with rich heritage and traditions. India is increasingly influential and has so much to teach students.
This trip will provide students with a first-hand experience that cannot be taught in a classroom, and we believe that students will return with a greater understanding of themselves – and their world.
“The students benefited a great deal from this trip. They were inspired by the different people we met and have returned with a new found interest in the life of different people across different cultures.”
Discover some of the wonders of India!
ITINERARY
- DAY *1-2*
Following an overnight flight, our local team will welcome you on your arrival at the airport. You will travel by private transfer to your accommodation, en-route experiencing the vibrancy of Delhi. That afternoon, explore the contrasts and culture of this fascinating city, visiting Gandhi’s Memorial, India Gate and Dilli Haat Craft Market.
- DAY *3*
In the morning, take the train south to Agra. Visit the exquisite, Taj Mahal, standing majestically on the banks of River Yamuna. After lunch, you’ll be guided through the elaborate and fascinating Agra Fort. Return to Delhi by train in the early evening
- DAY *4*
Relaxed breakfast before a day exploring the palaces, mosques, and temples hidden beneath Delhi’s colourful clamour. Take a rickshaw to Jain Trust School, a charity run school providing children with the chance of an education despite their gender, economic status or physical ability. After dinner take, the overnight train to Amritsar.
- DAY *5-6*
Explore Amritsar. Visit India’s most serene and holiest shrine, the Golden Temple, and the historic memorial Jallianwala Bagh. Witness ‘the lowering of the flags’ ceremony which is held each evening at the Wagah border post, the only border crossing between India and Pakistan
- DAY *7-10*
Take the early train to Chandigarh, then onward to the serene Pine Hills. Here you can immerse in local culture, go trekking, and visit village schools and temples. Experience the famous ‘toy train’ on to Shimla, and spend a day exploring the history of the summer capital of British India. Overnight train back to Delhi.
- DAY *11-12*
Provide help in the community kitchen at Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Sikh temple in Dehli. Spend the afternoon shopping in local bazaars or at your leisure. Say your farewell during a final meal. The next day, fly home.
