Why the Complete Asia Trip?
Asia presents a sheer diversity of experiences to travellers and it is a continent of unmatched his- tory, culture, beauty, safety and hospitality. Its towering peaks and arid deserts, bustling markets and secluded temples, sprawling cities and small villages, cutting-edge modernity and ancient his- tory are proof of this – Asia comprises of all these and a lot more! It would take you a considerable amount of time to explore all the wonders of the continent.
The the Complete Asia Experience you would cover the whole of Asia in a single trip and experi- ence the best of the continent while also partici- pating in a wide variety of exciting activities. You will feel the thrill right from the moment you set foot on the Asian soil! You can experience your senses being stimulated as you head out into the exciting places full of cultural and historical signif- icance and exquisiteness. To add to the benefits, your productive volunteering activities would give you the satisfaction and joy of having contributed positively to the society. A trip to Asia is one of the most rewarding, powerful and fun experienc- es that any traveler can have.
Features of The Trip.
There would be a dizzying variety of experiences and activities on the program. From soft adven-ture, to nature and culture, make sure to make a lot of photos because you might forget that you have experienced in these 10 weeks. In this trip, you will gain:
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A deep knowledge of the history of Asia
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A satisfactory and fulfilling volunteering experience
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Rich cultural experiences that will make you want to stay longer in the continent
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Relaxing beaches that will take your mind away from the hustles of routine life
Safety
Your safety and well being is a top priority for us. We therefore ensure that you are on the safest possible trip through various methods and setups. Here is what we do for that:
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Authentic, extensive information: We provide extensive information through pre-departure information, a thorough orientation and on-going reminders of safe practices. This information ranges from food safety, safe behaviors, responsibility of visitors and cultural appropriateness. This is one of most important safety features as informing you well is the best strategy for keeping you safe.
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With you, always:We are with you at all times, whether it is an airport pick-up, a long journey, or staying at our facilities, either a local staff member or a vetted representative. This is our second most effective ( after your training and information) means to ensuring total peace of mind for your family and you.
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Food: Hygienic meals are prepared by our experienced and trained cooking staff using high quality ingredients, purified water augmented with periodic trainings. (Note: we may not be able to cater food as per individual allergies. Make sure to ask us if we can cater to your needs before booking. )
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Transportation: Safe, air-conditioned public transport ( trains, flights) and insured private vehicles with licensed drivers are used in the delivery of all our programs.
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Tracking: We are aware of where you are, at all times, and have practices in place to track you through our staff and local partners.
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Emergency contacts: As a well structured, and extensive organization you have access to a number of emergency contacts available throughout your program, right from the time of arrival in the country.
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Medical facilities: Pre-identified, vetted medical facilities are available at all our locations.
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Multiple touch points: your families can reach you through multiple touch points – our office, our local office in the country & our program leaders.
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Pre-emptive actions: we would spare no effort or expense once we are aware of the need for extraordinary actions.
Kathmandu
The people of Nepal are friendly and can always be seen to be smiling. Nepal is a deeply religious country, as you will see in their temples, Monasteries and buildings. The fertile, mountain-shel- tered Kathmandu Valley is the historic heart of Nepal, where the Himalayas’ most sophisticated kingdoms rose and fell and where Nepali art and culture were developed and refined. In many ways, the Kathmandu Valley is in fact, Nepal!
The Royal Chitwan National Park is situated in the lush valley of Chitwan situated in the foothills of the Churia ranges which houses the first National Park of the Kingdom. This National Park is famous for its variety of wildlife, especially the Great Indian One Horned Rhinoceros and the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger.
Pokhara is a remarkable place of natural beauty. At an elevation lower than that of Kathmandu, it has a much more tropical feel to it because of the beautiful diverse flowers that prosper in this environment. This enchanting city with a population of around 95,000 has several beautiful lakes and offers stunning panoramic views of the Himalayan peaks. The serenity of the lakes and the magnificence of the Himala- yas rising behind them create an ambience of peace and magic!
East meets West in this sun-soaked state, where Indian culture intertwines with Portuguese influences left over from a 500-year occupation. The beaches have long served as a magnet for serene hedonists. To the north, the tourist-centric scene is prevalent, with an international flair that is now skewing more hip than hippie. Travel south for stretches of unspoiled sand and an escape from large resorts. Temples, mosques and wildlife sanctuaries provide diversions from the beach.
Located in the charming town of Canacona, Goa, Palolem Beach is a picturesque destination known for its crescent-shaped shoreline, swaying palm trees, and pristine white sands. The beach is approximately 70 km from Panaji, the capital of Goa, and is easily accessible by road. The name 'Palolem' is derived from the local word 'Palm', which refers to the abundance of palm trees in the area. Palolem Beach is famous for its laid-back atmosphere, vibrant beach shacks, and stunning sunsets.
A quiet and beautiful beach in South Goa, Agonda Beach is for those who want to spend time amidst peaceful surroundings and away from the chaos. This pristine beach in Goa stretches almost two miles and is fringed by beach shacks offering some great food and drinks.
Volunteer program activities
Renovation and beautification projects:
School and Day care centers are not attractive for children. It is said that children place and their educational centers should look like a garden of learning. We are working to make these centers attractive to create colorful stories, pictures and different other educational paintings. These activities are appreciated widely in the society.
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Cleaning and dusting the walls, ceiling, scrapping off the old paint.
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Apply base color (once or twice as per requirement)
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Plan out the required drawings as per requirement of class
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Renovation and painting the walls
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Drawing and writing the educational Pictures, maps, shapes etc.
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Invite the children and their parent to receive the feedback
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Draw and paint animals, alphabets, colors, fruits, vegetables, body parts, tables, rainbow, shapes, etc.
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Cleaning of the classrooms
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Handover the beautified classrooms to children/community
Fun fair for children
Little citizen of our society, the children are not given much chance to have fun activities especially in the villages. Fun Fair for children will give smile on their faces. The fun fair projects for children would be an idea activity fora cultural experience. This will help in strengthening the community feeling amongst community members and will bring attention to the needs of children in the form of creative fun activities amongst all other members of the community. It is an ideal way for volunteers to create a high impact on the lives of the children that they interact with.
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Playing memory games.
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Playing on beaches like cricket, volleyball, football.
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making sand castle
Creative art workshops with children
Indian schools and societies are not giving children the space to develop her creativity. It is a common feeling that school is meant for education not for any other activities and making passive and monotonous teaching norm. Volunteer groups can do a number of creative exercises like drawing, painting, music and dance. These activities area very important way of enhancing the mind and body coordination amongst children and creating their interest in the school as a center of education. This activity can make a long lasting impact on continuing education and reducing dropout rate amongst schools in rural areas.
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Drawing and painting.
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Art & Craft.
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Music workshop
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Watching Movies.
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Toy making and Clay Modeling.
Services Included
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Accommodation for 71 nights during the trip at a variety of accommodations includ- ing guest houses, camps, hotels and thor- oughly vetted host families.
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Following excursions as mentioned in the itinerary:
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Chitwan National Park
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Pokhara Excursion
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Camel safari with overnight camping in the desert at Pushkar.
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Visiting Taj Mahal in India.
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Kandy Excursion in Sri Lanka
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Visiting Yala National Park in Sri Lanka.
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Erawan Waterfall.
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Trekking in Mae Tang and spending night with hill tribes.
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Chiang Rai and Lampang Excursion.
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Experience Mekong Delta
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Beaches of Mui Ne in Vietnam and Goa in India.
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Sightseeing trips as detailed in the itinerary.
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Pre-planned volunteering project activities based on local needs including turtle conservation work in Sri Lanka.
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Cultural Activities as laid out in the itinerary including:
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Yoga lessons.
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Dinners and visits with local families.
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Local attires and dresses.
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Local art such as Henna Painting.
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Visiting farms and rural families.
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Indian “Bollywood” Dance lessons.
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Visit with Fisherman family in Goa
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Visiting Buddhist monasteries
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Rafting, trekking and other adventure activities.
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Flight fare on the New Delhi - Goa sector.
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Pickup and drop off at all airports when moving from country to another.
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All transfers using insured and registered vehicles, trains and flights.
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All Meals as laid out in the detailed itinerary.
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All Visits and activities as per the itinerary.
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Accompanying staff or approved associates throughout the trip.
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All currently applicable taxes.
Services not Included
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Any International Flights from home country to destinations or in between destinations.
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All personal expenses such as tips, laundry and drinks.
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Any extra meals (other than those explicitly laid down).
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Any additional expenses caused by or liability for disturbances in the program due to circumstances, weather conditions, sickness, natural disasters, riots etc.
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Liability for or insurance against injury, loss of life, accidents or loss of goods
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Anything not mentioned under Services Included list.
More about our programs:
We specialized in young people travelling for the first time. And because this is mostly young people, you will find enthusiastic, young people from all overthe world on your program.
We only offer limited number of programs and choices that we have developed and perfected over years of experience. You need to know that you are going to get the very best volunteering and cultural experiences that the country has to offer (or even that money can buy).
Our “String of DiamondsTM system allows a young person of any age, and any language level to make positive lasting contributions to the volunteering and experience many life enhancing benefits as a result
Sri Lanka
The de facto capital of Sri Lanka, Colombo is the commercial and cultural hub of the country. Situated on the western coast of the island, the city can be reached from most major cities of the world, by both sea and air. The city is known for its historical monuments, pristine beaches, vibrant festivals and delicious cuisine that attract hordes of travellers from across the globe.
Kosgoda is a small town located on the southwestern coast of Sri Lanka, known for its beautiful beaches and its role in sea turtle conservation. The town is a popular destination for eco-tourists, with several organizations dedicated to protecting the five species of sea turtles that nest on nearby beaches: green, olive ridley, loggerhead, hawksbill, and leatherback turtles.
Kandy, a lovely and exotic city is the Hill capital and the last stronghold of the Sinhala King and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site which retains a perpetual aura of grandeur. Encircled by hills, with a tran- quil lake in its center, it is the site of a renowned temple and the Royal Botanical gardens and is home to one of the world’s best collection of orchids.
Bangkok
Gleaming temples and golden Buddhas frame the landscapes in Thailand, serving as a stunning backdrop for tours of Bangkok noodle shacks and adventures along the luxurious coastline.
Walk, cycle or take a rickshaw down the small quiet lanes within the old town. You will be able to see the remnants of the old city wall. Whether you bargain your way to the best finds in the famous Night Bazaar or hop on an elephant’s back, Chiang Mai will entice you every time.
Located about five hours from Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai is a community not to be missed. The area offers a variety of cooking classes, beautiful views, markets, resorts and restaurants. In addition, visitors can get a feel for true northern Thai culture during their visit.
Vietnam is a land of contradictions. Here you will find sleepy villages and hill tribes barely a few hours away from modern, bustling cities. The natural, majestic landscapes of the country find their twin in beautifully landscaped gardens and tree-lined boulevards
Ho Chi Minh City, commonly known as ‘Saigon’, is a city in southern Vietnam famous for the pivotal role it played in the Vietnam War. It is also known for its French colonial architecture, including the Notre-Dame Basilica, made entirely of materials imported from France, and the neoclassical Saigon Central Post Office. Food stalls line the city’s streets, especially around the bustling Ben Thanh Market.
Mui Ne beach is famous for its beauti- ful white sandy dune, yellow sandy dune (which is the only one) in Vietnam, the Fairy stream, a fishing farm and the Lotus lake. Mui Ne is known as a colorful natural picture of the blue sea, red sand, and sunshine.