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India is a country bursting with colours, cultures, and stories waiting to be shared.
Visit serene temples, wander through bustling markets and find connection with warm and diverse communities. From the vibrant streets of Delhi to the splendour of the Taj Mahal, it’s the unique blend of tradition and modernity that makes India truly one-of-a-kind — and provides incredible hands-on opportunities to learn about the country’s people, culture, history and spiritual heritage.
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Ideal for culture, Expeditions, Geography, history, Religious Studies

Highlights

  • Golden temple of Amritsar

  • Taj Mahal

  • Agra Fort

  • Tibetan community project

Sample itinerary

Here’s how your school trip to India could look. Take this as a starting point and tailor it to your school (including duration, locations and activities). Check out the suggestions below for ideas and inspiration.

  • Day 1

    Fly to New Delhi

  • Day 2

    Taj Mahal

  • Day 3

    Agra Fort and back to Delhi

  • Day 4

    Flight to Dharamsala and project introduction

  • Day 5-9

    Dharamsala Volunteering

  • Day 10

    Amritsar

  • Day 11

    Amritsar Markets

  • Day 12

    Fly home from Delhi

Make it your own

Take the sample itinerary and swap, or add in, activities and experiences that bring the curriculum to life - across culture, adventure and service themes. Explore some of your exciting options below.

Local immersion and authentic experiences that open up fresh perspectives:

  • Sightseeing in Delhi
  • Guided tour of Taj Mahal and Golden Temple.
  • Visit Tibetan Parliament in Exile and its museum
  • Watch Tibetan artisans at work at Norbulingka Institute
  • Observe daily life at local markets
  • Cooking class
  • Talk on Human Rights situation in Tibet
  • Talk on Buddhist practices and rituals
  • Hindi Language class

Exhilarating activities that fuel exploration, discovery and a deeper connection to the world:

  • Explore Himalayan town
  • Navigate colourful, bustling Indian streets and markets.
  • Short trek to Gallu Devi Temple
  • Triund day trek with views of the Himalayas
  • Bhagsu Waterfall hike

Meaningful local community and conservation projects that give back to the countries you visit:

  • Assist with teaching English to Tibetan refugees living in exile.
  • Help Tibetan monks practise their English language skills and learn about their way of life

learning outcomes

Students will:

  • See the curriculum come to life through real-world experiences.

  • Be immersed in India’s vibrant history and culture.

  • Discover the country’s profound religious heritage.

  • Take part in impactful volunteer work that makes a real-world difference.

  • Gain a deeper understanding of the Tibetan exile community while contributing to life-changing charitable initiatives.

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