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Depart Home for Delhi, India
Arrive in Delhi, India
Airport Transfer
On-Ground Briefing
Orientation Walking Tour - The group will become oriented with their neighborhood, the public transportation systems, nearby pharmacies, markets, ATMs, etc. Additionally, an in-depth safety briefing will be provided for what to do incase of an emergency.
Welcome Dinner - The group will be taken for an authentic dinner with a wide variety of menu options to cater all diets.
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Orientation Session on the Indian Film Industry
Lunch Break (not included)
Visit the National Museum of Indian Cinema
A Group Discussion on the Evolution of Indian Cinema
Dinner (not included)
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Workshop at a Local Film Institute (sitting in on Film Classes)
Lunch Break (not included)
Visit Akshardham for Cultural Immersion
Evening Screening of a Classic Bollywood Film
Dinner (not included)
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Train to Agra (approx.4h)
Check-In & Relax
Lunch Break (included)
Visit the Taj Mahal and Explore Fatehpur Sikri - Understanding the historical and cultural significance of iconic Indian landmarks.
Dinner (not included)
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Transfer to Delhi Airport and Fly to Mumbai
Check-In at the Hotel & Refresh
Orientation Walking Tour - The group will become oriented with their neighborhood, the public transportation systems, nearby pharmacies, markets, ATMs, etc. Additionally, an in-depth safety briefing will be provided for what to do incase of an emergency.
Dinner (not included)
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Visit the Whistling Woods International Institute
Lunch Break (not included)
Attend Film Classes and Interact with Students - Understanding film education and networking with future filmmakers.
Explore Local Markets
Dinner (not included)
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Visit Film City for a Studio Tour
Lunch Break (not included)
Attend a Filmmaking Workshop
Evening Discussion with a Bollywood Director or Actor
Dinner (not included)
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Workshop on Scriptwriting and Storytelling
Lunch Break (not included)
Visit Gateway of India and Marine Drive for a Cultural Tour
Evening Screening of a Contemporary Bollywood Film
Dinner (not included)
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Visit a Film Set to Observe Live Shooting
Lunch Break (not included)
Workshop on Film Direction
Evening Group Activity to Review and Critique Films
Dinner (not included)
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Train Transfer to Pune (approx.3h30)
Check-In at the Hotel & Refresh
Lunch Break (not included)
Visit FTII (Film and Television Institute of India) for an Introductory Session
Dinner (not included)
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Attend Film Classes at FTII
Lunch Break (not included)
Workshop on Film Editing and Post Production
Evening Screening of Student Films
Dinner (not included)
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Visit Historical Sites of the City
Lunch Break (not included)
Attend a Workshop on Documentary Filmmaking
Evening, Explore Local Cultural Spots
Dinner (not included)
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Visit Historical Sites of the City
Lunch Break (not included)
Attend a Workshop on Documentary Filmmaking
Evening, Explore Local Cultural Spots
Dinner (not included)
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Collaborative Film Project with FTII Students (TBD)
Lunch Break (not included)
Final Edits and Preparation for Screening
Screening of the Collaborative Film Project and Discussion
Farewell Dinner & Program Closing
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Travel Back to Mumbai
Lunch Break (not included)
Reflection Session and Final Shopping
Depart Mumbai, India for Home