India: Beyond the Surface
Intrigued yet overwhelmed by the thought of traveling India?
Let us help make the most of your journey, maximizing your joy while easing your concerns.
As an immersive traveler, you’ll explore India with deeper intent, delving into historic neighborhoods while gaining insight into the history, religion, and culture that shapes local communities. Along the way, you’ll connect with our local friends, fostering meaningful relationships and experiences.
Trip Dates
10th – 22nd April 2025
Team
Between 4 & 8 Members aged 18+
What to Expect
Your journey will be shaped by meaningful interactions, allowing you to build relationships through everyday activities.
Expedition to Turkey
Trip Cost
R7,500*
TRIP COST INCLUDES:
- Overland travel
- Food
- Lodging
- Ministry expenses
- All planned activities, including entrance into some of the ancient church ruins.
TRIP COST EXCLUDES:
- Flights and flight administration*
*Flights will be handled by our in-house travel agency. The estimated costs for flights are R9,000 – R11,000 but, due to COVID-19, prices are subject to change. - Travel to and from Johannesburg
- Travel Insurance
- Visas
- COVID Tests
- Communications (sim card + internet connection)
- Entry into unplanned sights
- Spending money
- Optional: Hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia (estimated cost: €140)
To prevent disappointment (as countries change their regulations, sometimes within a day, and make it compulsory), we highly recommend getting the COVID vaccine for all international Short term journeys. If you travel without the vaccine, and are not allowed to enter a country, Global Challenge Missions will not be liable for any financial losses.
India: Beyond the Surface
What to Expect
- Foundational training to help you engage more intentionally
- Visits to multiple cities
- A study on poverty, along with shared meals with dear local friends
- Homestays for an authentic glimpse into daily life
- Guided walking tours through historic areas
- Opportunities to share biblical stories
Your journey will be shaped by meaningful interactions, allowing you to build relationships through everyday activities such as:
- Shopping at local markets
- Learning basic phrases in the language
- Playing cricket
- Cooking and enjoying Indian cuisine
- Sharing meals
- Experiencing a traditional haircut
- Sipping chai at a roadside stall