West Bengal, India
On this 7-day trip, expect all the feels. From touring the busy markets and cultural wonders of Kolkata, to connecting with women and girls in rescue centers and local communities, this trip is an experience of a lifetime.
In collaboration with Her Future Coalition.
Sample Itinerary
My name is Alexa Young
Day 1 - arrivals to hotel, welcome dinner
Day 2 - introductions and presentations, Learning Center site visit, (vocational trade training) make a piece of jewelry with one of the female metalsmiths
Day 3 - visit Mother Theresa's Tomb, rescue center site visit with arts workshop, artisan market
Day 4 - red light resource center site visit with arts workshop
Day 5 - Ek Tara site visit with arts workshop
Day 6 - Calcutta Walking Tour, TBA
Day 7 - goodbye breakfast, departures
*schedule subject to change
Trip Includes:
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western-style hotel accomodation and transportation
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breakfast, lunch and filtered water (first and final dinner)
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4 full days of a deep dive into modern day trafficking and site visits
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visit Mother Theresa's Tomb & Confluences of Cultures walking tour
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market visits for shopping fair-trade artisan goods
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airport transfers to hotel upon arrivals
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all taxes, tips and service charges included
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$2000 tax-exempt donation to Her Future Coalition
Trip does not include:
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international airfare
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alcohol or wine (welcome to purchase yourself!)
Notes:
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many guests choose to stay in India longer to explore other parts and/or plan to visit the Taj Mahal together
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we offer a Zoom meeting before trips for attendees to meet each other, this helps with travel anxiety!
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we try our best to link solo attendees up at layover airports so you have a travel buddy arriving to Kolkata
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We know trips like this can be scary and exciting. Please feel free to reach out and we're happy to chat through logistics. Once registered, you'll have a good flow of emails regarding all aspects of the trip and expectations. A 12-page preparation guide is sent a few weeks before trip, as well.
Pricing Options:
Shared 2 Queens
$3600/person
Private King for 1 person
$4200
Private King for 2 people
$3375/person
Trips are limited to 12 guests and a $500 non-refundable deposit is due to reserve a spot. Full payment is due 90 days proper to trip dates and no refunds available after final payment is made. Payment plans and options to fundraise are available.
