Travel & Tour Information
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Our Travel page provides all necessary information on how to arrange your transportation to Sangam from within India, and we can help to arrange your domestic transportation. Once you have read through the Travel information, compete and submit our Travel Arrangements and Request Form.
Yes! Touring in India can be a wonderful adventure and many people feel that after coming all the way to Sangam it would be a waste not to see more of the country.
For a fee of £15 per person, Sangam will arrange your tour for you. Otherwise, we can put you in touch with a trusted tour company. Our Tour Booking Procedure provides all of the necessary information on how to book a tour of India.
When is best to do a tour?
Please bear in mind that travelling in India can be a challenging and overwhelming experience for even the most experienced traveller. We encourage first-time travellers to India to schedule their tour after their stay at Sangam.
How does coming to Sangam first help?
This gives people the opportunity to adjust to India from within the safety and comfort of Sangam. In addition, events include sessions on Indian culture that prepare participants for their travels and help them to better understand and enjoy the country.
What is there to do in and around Pune?
There are lots of interesting sites and things to do in Pune. To name a few of said sites:
- Ghandi memorial museum at the Aga Khan Palace,
- The carved Pateleshwar Caves,
- Shanirwada Fort,
- Pravati Hill,
- Various temples, day hikes and day trips to towns outside of Pune.
You may find more information on the following website: http://www.world66.com/asia/southasia/india/maharashtra/pune
Pune is as safe as any other large city in India or any other country. The main dangers, as in any big city is petty theft.
The natural curiosity of those around you can mean that you may also experience hassling from salespeople or locals. Cries of “What country madam?” are common, and are not meant to frighten.
Road safety is another experience, like many issues in any other city, it is important to be aware of your surroundings and to be cautious.
During your time at Sangam, our staff are always willing to be of assistance in answering questions.
How safe is it to travel in India?
If you are still doubtful contact your Foreign Embassy for latest travel warnings.