Summer Escape in India

  India

Delhi

Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks

Description: From the sacred river Ganges to the powerfully daunting Himalayas, India is a country of splendid scenery and geographical variety. Alongside its staggering topographical range is its cultural diversity  a mix of numerous religions and ancient traditions flowing into one melting pot. Beneath this diversity of culture and geography lies the continuity of Indian civilization  one of the oldest, largest, and most continuous civilizations in the world  which has thrived for thousands of years. Explore India 's wonderland of beauty and treasury of tradition with Global Crossroad's Seaonal Escapes in India .

The bustling and exotic city of Delhi marks the start of your escape into irresistible India . Study Hindi language, learn the cultural distinctions, and uncover the religious allure that makes India unique. Listen to the orientation full of interesting facts about India . Explore the colorful bazaars known for the intense multitude of fascinating sights and sounds while simultaneously joining a cultural program presented by the children of a local orphanage.

Highlights: Activities: Hindi language classes, exploration of Delhi and its major tourist attractions, exploration of the nearby cafés and malls (in the free time), and visit one of Global Crossroad's partner projects.

Community Service Project: Work in Orphanage in Delhi (14 days)

For two weeks, participants will work in an orphanage sharing their love and time with the needy children, teaching them basic conversational English and encouraging them to face the challenging world where English is becoming more and more of a necessity. In your free time, participants can hike to nearby bazaars and/or hillsides; explore the beauty of mesmerizing Indiagaining first-hand experiences of Indian lifestyle, culture, and values.

Activities: Work in an orphanage, teach English to orphans, hike in the local bazaars or villages, explore local life, culture, and religions, and help the orphaned children to lead a meaningful life.
Explore the Golden Triangle (7 days)

Continue a journey through the Golden Triangle of North India, the land of the sacred lotus flower. Discover the magical cities of Delhi, Jaipur and Agra and encounter India through new dimensions. Enjoy the fusion of New and Old Delhi with ancient temples and modern malls, get romantic in the land of eternal and infinite love the Taj Mahal in Agra and marvel as you journey around Jaipur, the Pink City in Rajasthan.

Activities: In Delhi, tour around the Red Fort, Chandni-Chowk, India Gate, Quatab Minar and the magnificent Lotus Temple. In Agra , visit Agra Fort, Sikandara, and the famed Taj Mahal. In Jaipur, make a sweeping visit of Fatehpur Sikri, the City Palace , the Palace of Winds , the Observatory, Jantar Mantar, etc.

Qualifications: No qualifications are required.

Cost in US$: $1699

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to India Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Global Crossroad's Mission Statement: Global Crossroad offers many remarkable and challenging volunteer, internship, mini-adventure, and cultural immersion opportunities to interested international volunteers in marvelous countries such as India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand, China, Mongolia, Ghana, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Kenya. Our unique programs are creative and exciting, as they engage volunteers in breathtaking journeys. Here, a volunteer can become involved in service projects while they explore remote villages. A volunteer can also learn a wonderful new heritage as the Global Crossroad provides language training courses and cultural tours.

Year Founded: 2002