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Coopers company and coborn school

Students Presentation July 2010

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• GeoIndia

• Tars Sandhu

• Independent Tour Company

• Specialising in Educational Visits

• Specialising in tours to Northern India

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• “Discover 21st Century India”

• Passionately believe in the educational value of overseas travel

• Combined with our love and knowledge of Northern India

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• Tour Destinations

• Rajasthan • Punjab• Himachal Pradesh

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ReligionSikhism

Hinduism

Buddhism

Poverty

Wealth

Agriculture

Industrial Change

Basic Needs

Water Supplies

Dams

Tube Well Irrigation

Desert Landscapes

Himalayas

Development

Geography History

SociologyWildlife

Ecosystems

Art

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• Rajasthan

• The Land of Kings encapsulates the essence of India. Exotic and colourful its history is based on the Rajput clan – a warrior clan who entrenched themselves in this harsh desert land ……….

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• Indian Punjab

• the land of the five rivers, is the most affluent state in India, as well as being the spiritual centre of the Sikh religion, and home to the landmark building of the Golden Temple ……….

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• Himachal Pradesh

• The land of eternal snow peaks sits at the foothills of the Himalayas. Attractions include Shimla, with its typical British hill stations, and beautiful temple complexes ……..

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• Itinerary

• Coopers’ Company and Coborn School

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• Route Map

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• What the cost covers

• Return flights from UK to India, departing from Heathrow to Delhi

• All In Country Transport • Accommodation in 3* hotels or above• Breakfast and evening meals• Tour Guides, Interpreters & Entrance fees to monuments• Medical insurance arranged by GeoIndia / School• Cancellation and curtailment Insurance arranged by

GeoIndia / School

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• What the cost does not cover

• Transport to and from Heathrow Airport• Visa• Vaccinations• Pocket money• Lunch (approx £3 to £5 per day)• Personal belongings insurance• Baggage insurance

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• Accommodation

Agra – Grand Hotel

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Dharamsala – Anand Palace

Ludhiana - Hotel Magnet Resort

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• Facilities

• Restaurant

• Air Conditioning

• Doctor On Call

• Laundry Facilities

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• Transport

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Trains:

Seats are all pre booked

All seats are reserved by name

Air Conditioned

6 beds to a berth

Can book a whole compartment

Blankets and pillows provided

Food available

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• Payment Schedule

• tbc

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• GeoIndia Team

2. Principal Tour Leader

2. School Tour Leader

1. GeoIndia Directorate& Principal Tour

Leader

2. In Country Agent

3. Home Agent3. Deputy Principal Tour Leader

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• Insurance and Financial Protection

• ATOL protection for all flights

• Financial Failure Insurance Policy

• Tour Operators Insurance

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• SAFETY

• BS 8848

• British Standard for visits, fieldwork and expeditions outside the United Kingdom

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SAFETY PLAN

Behaviour and Code of Conduct

Risk Analysis Threat Analysis

Incident and Emergency

Response PlanCommunications Plan

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• Travel Advice

October Temp Rajasthan Himachal Pradesh

Punjab

Temp Max 33 25 32

Temp Min 18 12 17

Hot sunny days, warm nights

Moderate Climate, warm days, cool at night

Hot days, warm at night

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• Travel Advice

• Cultural Issues

• Health Issues

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