This 6-day CAS experiential journey from Bangalore to Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani blends service, creativity, adventure, and reflection. Students engage in environmental stewardship, cultural art workshops, adventure challenges, and meaningful community outreach with rural schools. Each day strengthens collaboration, empathy, and leadership while fostering connections with nature and local communities. Through hands-on experiences and guided reflections, participants discover their role as global citizens — learning to serve with heart, create with purpose, and reflect for lifelong growth.
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DAY 1: TRANSITION & INTENTION SETTING |
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01:25 AM – Report at KempeGowda International Airport, Bangalore |
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04:25 AM – Departure by Indigo 6E 408 |
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05:50 AM – Arrival at Pune International Airport |
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06:30 AM – Transfer to Mahabaleshwar by private AC coach |
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07:30 AM – Breakfast enroute |
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12:00 PM – Arrival at Mahabaleshwar |
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12:30 PM – Lunch |
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01:30 PM – Check-in at campsite/resort |
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03:30 PM – Orientation session on CAS goals |
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05:30 PM – Reflection Circle: Journaling & Goal Setting |
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07:00 PM – Dinner |
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08:30 PM – Debrief & Briefing for the next day |
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09:30 PM – Lights out |
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Learning Outcome: Acclimatization, team bonding, setting personal CAS intentions, ecosystem awareness |
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CAS Focus: Reflection + Planning |
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DAY 2: ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP Mahabaleshwar |
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06:00 AM – Wake-up & freshen up |
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07:30 AM – Breakfast |
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08:30 AM – Tree Plantation Drive & Trail Cleanup with local NGO |
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11:00 AM – Refreshments & continuation |
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12:00 PM – Lunch |
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02:00 PM – Workshop: Sustainable Agriculture & Composting |
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04:00 PM – Interactive Talk: Preserving Biodiversity in the Sahyadri hills |
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06:00 PM – Freshen up |
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07:30 PM – Dinner |
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08:30 PM – Evening Reflection & Next Day Briefing |
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09:30 PM – Lights out |
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Learning Outcome: Environmental responsibility, empathy through service, systems thinking |
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DAY 3: CULTURE & CREATIVITY Mahabaleshwar – Panchgani – Devrai Art Village |
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06:00 AM – Wake-up |
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07:30 AM – Breakfast |
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08:30 AM – Transfer to Panchgani & Devrai Art Village |
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09:30 AM – Tribal Art Workshop: Pottery / Warli Painting |
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11:00 AM – Refreshments & continuation |
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12:30 PM – Lunch |
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01:30 PM – Exploration of Eco-Art Installations & Crafts |
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02:30 PM – Storytelling Session with tribal elders |
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05:00 PM – Return to campsite, freshen up |
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07:30 PM – Dinner |
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08:30 PM – Debrief & Journaling |
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09:30 PM – Overnight stay |
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Learning Outcome: Exposure to Indian tribal art, cultural preservation, creative expression |
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DAY 4: ADVENTURE & TEAM BUILDING Mahabaleshwar – Tapola |
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06:00 AM – Wake-up & freshen up |
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07:30 AM – Breakfast |
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08:30 AM – Depart to Tapola |
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09:30 AM – Kayaking / Boating: Biodiversity & aquatic ecosystems |
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11:00 AM – Refreshments |
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12:30 PM – Lunch |
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02:00 PM – Adventure Challenges: Obstacle Course, Ziplining |
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05:30 PM – Return & Rest |
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07:30 PM – Dinner |
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08:30 PM – Debrief & Team Reflection |
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09:30 PM – Overnight stay |
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Learning Outcome: Risk-taking, collaboration, physical endurance, confidence-building |
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DAY 5: EDUCATIONAL SERVICE Mahabaleshwar – Panchgani |
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06:00 AM – Wake-up |
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07:30 AM – Breakfast |
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08:30 AM – Visit to Panchgani Rural School |
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09:30 AM – Cultural Exchange Activities with rural students: English, Art, STEM |
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11:00 AM – Refreshments |
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12:30 PM – Lunch |
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02:00 PM – Reflections with local educators |
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04:00 PM – Return & freshen up |
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06:00 PM – Campfire & Reflection Dialogue |
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07:30 PM – Dinner |
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08:30 PM – Closing Briefing |
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09:30 PM – Lights out |
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Learning Outcome: Social impact through education, cultural understanding, humility |
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DAY 6: REFLECT & RETURN Mahabaleshwar – Pune – Bangalore |
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06:00 AM – Wake-up |
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07:30 AM – Breakfast |
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08:30 AM – Final CAS reflection Presentations (group showcase) & Feedback circle and takeaways session. |
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09:30 AM – Check-out |
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10:00 AM – Drive to Pune International Airport |
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01:55 PM – Report for boarding |
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04:55 PM – Departure to Bangalore by Indigo 6E-137 |
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06:40 PM – Arrival at Bangalore |
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Learning Outcome: Reflection on CAS journey, self-awareness, action planning |
The Tour Cost Includes: Transportation by private A/C Coach, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner ,Morning and Evening light snacks, Guide Charges, Sightseeing, General Entrance Fees as per the Program, Stay at hotels on triple sharing basis ,Experienced tour manager from Crazy Holidays throughout the trip
The Tour cost does not include: Any Expenses of Personal Nature (like still camera or video camera, porter charges, laundry expenses, phone calls, food/beverages not included in the package, usages of mini bar in the hotel), Sightseeing or Activities which are not mentioned in the package.
IMPORTANT NOTE
1. As this is NOT THE FINAL ITINERARY at the time of confirmation, kindly ask the marketing executive to check the availability of all the services as specified in this itinerary i.e., (TRAIN/FLIGHT/COACHES/HOTELS/ENTRY TO MONUMENTS, FARMS, RESORTS ETC) based on the period of travel and to submit the FINAL ITINERARY.
2. As the availability and pricing keeps on changing for flights/train dynamically we request your good self to make sure to collect the full amount of train fare and 25% of the airfare within 24 hours as soon as a trip is confirmed from the students which is nonrefundable and handover the same amount to Crazy Holidays marketing executive so that we can go ahead with the booking of flight/train on immediate hours.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Cancellations are effective on the date written intimation is received by the Tour In charge / School Office. Cancellation will not be received orally or over the phone. Refund if any will be settled within 21 days of the arrival of the Tour.
1) 40 days or more prior to departure date: 25% of the tour cost will be non-refundable
2) 30 days prior to departure date: 40% of the tour cost will be non-refundable
3) 25 days prior to departure date: 50% of the tour cost will be non-refundable
4) 14 days prior to departure date: 75% of the tour cost will be non-refundable
5) 13 days or lesser prior to departure date: 100% of tour cost will be non-refundable
*In case of flight journey, Air ticket amount will be non-refundable (100% cancellation charges) once the tickets booked