A Voluntourism Initiative - Friends of Seva Mandir | February 2026
Immersive Visit to Seva Mandir and Udaipur | February 15-21,2026| 7 Days, 6 Nights
Experience India with Purpose
Join Friends of Seva Mandir (USA) on a meaningful journey to the heart of Rajasthan.
This unique voluntourism trip blends the beauty of Udaipur — the “City of Lakes” — with the opportunity to witness and support Seva Mandir’s 50-year legacy of community-led development.
Travel in comfort, connect deeply, and contribute to lasting change in rural India.
Trip Overview
Cost per person:
$3,750
(includes a $1,750 tax-deductible charitable contribution to Seva Mandir)
Duration:
7 days / 6 nights
Location:
Udaipur, Rajasthan
Group Size
Limited small group for an immersive, hands-on experience
Inclusions
- All accommodations in 4–5-star hotels (double occupancy)
- All meals, excursions, activities, and ground transportation
- Guided Seva Mandir village experiences
- Local cultural events and heritage site visits
Exclusions
- International flights to and from Udaipur
- Tips, souvenirs, and beverages not listed
Days 1–2: Welcome to Udaipur — The City of Lakes
Arrive in Udaipur and unwind at a luxury hotel. Explore the charm of this royal city with guided visits to City Palace, Saheliyon ki Bari, Jagdish Temple, and Lake Pichola. Enjoy local cuisine, a sunset at Monsoon Palace, and a cultural evening by the lake.
Meet the Seva Mandir team over cocktails and dinner to learn about their mission and the impact your visit supports.
Day 3: Heritage Excursion — Kumbhalgarh Fort & Ranakpur Jain Temple
Journey through the Aravalli Hills to visit the magnificent Kumbhalgarh Fort—home to the world’s second-longest wall—and the stunning Ranakpur Jain Temples. A day of awe-inspiring architecture and reflection on Rajasthan’s history and spirituality.
Day 4: From City to Community — Seva Mandir in Action
Depart Udaipur to visit a Rural Learning Camp (RLC). Interact with children through games and creative activities. Later, enjoy dinner with Seva Mandir’s grassroots staff—local leaders, health workers, and educators—who will share stories of transformation from the field.
Trip Highlights
Udaipur City Tour – palaces, lakes, and heritage
Village Immersion – volunteer activities in Seva Mandir communities
Day Trips – Kumbhalgarh Fort & Ranakpur Jain Temples
Cultural Touches – folk music, crafts, authentic Rajasthani meals
Full Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival & Welcome
Welcome to Udaipur! Arrival, check-in, orientation, and group introduction.
Day 2 – Explore Udaipur
City Palace, Lake Pichola, Jagdish Temple, and heritage walk around Udaipur.
Day 3 – Excursion to Kumbhalgarh & Ranakpur
Full-day excursion to Kumbhalgarh Fort and Ranakpur Jain Temples.
Day 4 – Temples, gardens, and markets
Explore Udaipur’s temples, beautiful gardens, and local markets.
Day 5 – Community visits begin
Seva Mandir RLC camp, cultural activities, and first village immersion.
Day 6–7 – Full village immersion
Volunteering, school visits, SHG groups, and deeper community engagement.
Day 8 – Departure
Check-out and departure. Farewell to Udaipur and the Seva Mandir communities.
Friends of Seva Mandir, a U.S. public charity, supports the work of Seva Mandir, a nonprofit NGO in Southern Rajasthan, India, founded in 1968. Seva Mandir works in over 1300 rural villages, reaching over 500,000 citizens. Programs include early childcare, healthcare, education, women’s empowerment, water resource management, environmental conservation, and support to farmers — following Gandhian principles.
For more information, contact:
Poonam Abbi — poonam.abbi@friendsofsevamandir.org
Friends of Seva Mandir
friendsofsevamandir.org
Friends of Seva Mandir, Inc
200 Metroplex Drive, Suite 300, Edison, NJ 08817
(732) 393-0034