Travel to India with LPGM
Experience and learn from the Indian culture and people, participate in ongoing education programs, and explore your own faith.
Dates
February 9-23, 2027*
*Dates are subject to change
Activity Level
Mild
Cost
$2,250
Activity Level
Mild
Short walks on paved or gravel paths throughout the day. Getting in and out of vans, strolling through cities, museums and temples that we visit.
There may be optional longer hikes available.
Your journey to India is to the southeastern state of Tamil Nadu where you will visit mission-rooted schools making a difference in young lives and witness how education and empathy transform boundaries.
Through personal and group reflection, you'll unravel complex issues related to caste and race, spirituality and religion, education, empowering girls and women, and building community.
This is more than a trip—it's a pilgrimage of understanding, service, and shared humanity.
Have Questions?
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Call (612)823-5058
Your Leader
To be announced
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Delhi & Agra
(Optional)*If you've previously been to Delhi & Agra and want to skip this portion, you may deduct $500 from the cost of the trip and join the group in Chennai instead.
Start your journey in New Delhi and Agra, visiting sites like the Taj Mahal and the Red Fort, and getting to shop in Old Delhi!
If you're traveling from the U.S., you'll likely connect somewhere in Europe (often Paris or Amsterdam for Delta Partners), and arrive in Delhi.
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Chennai
South India TemplesWe'll then fly to Chennai (formerly Madras), where you'll get to visit St. Thomas Mount (the burial place of St. Thomas the Apostle) and historic Dravidian temples. You may see a banyan tree that is approaching 200 years old.
We may also visit Gurukul Lutheran Seminary and the United Evangelical Lutheran Church in India (UELCI), a communion of twelve Lutheran denominations across India.
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Pondicherry & Auroville
AshramsThe beautiful seaside city of Pondicherry, situated on the Bay of Bengal, is known as "The French Riviera of the East" after the advent of French colonization in India.
Visit the Sri Aurobindo Ashram and nearby Auroville, an experimental township "where men and women of all countries will be able to live in peace and progressive harmony, above all creeds, all politics and all nationalities" and its golden-domed Matrimandir.
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ALC Boarding Schools
Meet Students & TeachersSee the boarding schools where sponsored students live and study. Meet the student you sponsor and visit their village!
Visit village schools, where students benefiting from ALC's English+ program will read, sing, and perform for you.
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Bangaluru & Return HomeVisit the Indian Music Experience Museum.
We may also visit the United Theological College and learn more about the contributions of Dalit Theology to our understanding of the Christian Gospel.
From Bangaluru, we'll start our journey home, full of the sights, sounds, and experiences of India!
Cost: $2,250 per person
A deposit of $300 per person will reserve your spot
Registration deadline is November 9, 2026.
* What's included?
- All in-country travel, lodging, and most meals.
- Nonalcoholic beverages with meals.
- Bottled water.
- Gratuities for local guides, drivers, and meals.
- Trusted partnerships and guides to give you an authentic, safe experience.
- Limited medical evacuation insurance.
What isn't included?
- Airfare. We often help with booking, but you will be responsible for the cost of your flights to and from India.
- Passport & Visas. You will need a passport with at least six months until expiration beyond your travel dates. In addition, a visa from the Indian Government is required for an extra cost.
- Vaccinations and preventative drugs. We suggest visiting a special travel clinic. Cost depends upon your insurance, copays and prescription benefits.
- Alcoholic Beverages. These can be purchased on your own.
- Other Personal Expenses. Shopping, souveniers, additional snacks or beverages you may choose to purchase during your trip.
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What are the travel/accommodations like?
In-country transportation is typically by mini-bus, although you may have the opportunity to try out a tuk-tuk!
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Lodging
Overnight accommodations range from hostel or dormitory-style rooms with shared bathrooms to modern hotels with amenities such as swimming pools and Wi-Fi.
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Food
Food is mostly Indian cuisine, but our hosts are aware of preferences, and typically a variety of options is available. There will also be times to enjoy favorites from home, such as pizza.
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Will I get to meet my student?
We do everything possible to help you meet your sponsored student(s) at their boarding home. The India staff also makes a plan to visit a village and a home of student(s), one connected to you or others in the group. A night or two may be spent at more than one boarding home for a glimpse into their daily routine.
February 9 to February 23, 2027
$2250
