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South India Temple Tour (13 Nights / 14 days )

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 05:20:53 -0500

Day 1 : Arrive Chennai You will be met and assisted at the airport or station on arrival. Transfer to your hotel. Relax for the day. Overnight at Hotel. Day 2 : Chennai - Tirupati By road covering 140 km in approx. 3 hr Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Tirupati. Tirupati - A temple and pilgrim town. On arrival, check in at hotel. In the afternoon proceed for Darshan of LORD BALAJI. Overnight at Tirupati. Day 3 : Tirupati - Chennai By road covering 140 km in approx. 3 hr After breakfast, proceed for Chennai. Check in at hotel in Chennai. Relax in the evening. Overnight at Chennai. Day 4 : Chennai - Mahabalipuram By Road Covering 58 Km in approx. 1 hr Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for Mahabalipuram by surface. On arrival, check in at hotel. In the afternoon sight seeing of Mahabalipuram - famous for the seven pagodas. Overnight at the hotel. Day 5 : Mahabalipuram After breakfast, proceed for morning sight seeing. Overnight at hotel. Day 6 : Mahabalipuram - Tanjore By road covering 309 km in approx. 7 hr Breakfast at hotel. Leave for Tanjore. Reach and relax at hotel. **End Summary** Topics: Chennai - Mahabalipuram - Kanchipuram - Tanjore - Trichy - M]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> http://www.discoveryfullcircle.com/top-tour-packages/south-india-temple-tour.html

India & Nepal Tour Package (8 Nights / 9 days )

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 05:17:25 -0500

Day 01 : Arrive Delhi Arrive Delhi Meeting & Assistance at the Airport, Transfer to the Hotel. In the afternoon half day sight seeing tour of New Delhi covering Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple, Humayun's tomb (the fore runner of Taj Mahal), President's house and the Secretariat buildings, India Gate - The War Memorial, The Modern Hindu temple - Birla Mandir. Day 02: Delhi - Agra Morning after breakfast drive about 5hrs. (210 kms)- to the city of Agra, one of the greatest centres of art, culture and learning. Transfer to The Amarvila-s, set in gardens of terraced lawns, reflection pools and pavillions where all the guest rooms and suites enjoy uninterrupted views of the magnificent Taj Mahal. After check-in, visit this breathtaking icon, said to be the greatest monument ever built for love. The afternoon journey takes you to Agra Fort where, within the fort, you can see the Pearl Mosque, the Hall of Public Audiences, the Hall of Private Audiences, The Octagonal Tower, the Jehangir Palace and the beautiful white marble Khas Mahal, a private palace. O/n hotel. Day 03 : Agra - Delhi drive back about 5hrs. O/n hotel. **End Summary** Topics: Kathmandu]]> Nagarkot]]> Pokhara]]> Kathmandu]]> Delhi]]> Europe]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> http://www.discoveryfullcircle.com/top-tour-packages/india-kathmandu-nagarkot-pokhara-kathmandu-nepal-tour.html

Ajanta Ellora Aurangabad Caves (9 Nights / 10 days )

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 05:14:48 -0500

Day 1 Arrive Delhi Arrive Delhi by international flight. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Day 2 In Delhi Breakfast at the hotel. Today you will be given tour of Old and New Delhi . Old Delhi - Visit the former centre of Moghul Power, Old Delhi offers ancient monuments, narrow streets and bustling bazaars. Drive past the vast Red Fort, built in 1648, visit the Jama Masjid, the greatest mosque in India and completed in 1658 by Shah Jahan who also built the Taj Mahal, and the Raj Ghat, the simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. New Delhi - Drive past the stately government buildings of the British Era designed by Lutyens, including the India Gate & the Presidential Palace. Continue onto the beautiful Humayun’s tomb of the Mughal era & predecessor of the world famous Taj Mahal. End the tour at the towering minaret of Qutab Minar Overnight at the hotel. Day 03 Delhi - Agra Breakfast at the hotel. Later leave for Agra by surface. Upon arrival at Agra , check in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Day 04 : In Agra Mahal Trip Breakfast at the hotel. **End Summary** Topics: Fatehpur Sikri]]> Jaipur]]> Mumbai]]> Aurangabad]]> Ajanta Cavevs]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> http://www.discoveryfullcircle.com/top-tour-packages/ajanta-ellora-aurangabad-caves-tour.html

North India with Goa Beaches (8 Nights / 9 days )

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 04:33:51 -0500

Day 1: Arrive Delhi Arrive Delhi by international flight. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Day 2: In Delhi Breakfast at the hotel. Later you will be given tour of Old and New Delhi. Old Delhi - Former centre of Moghul Power, Old Delhi offers ancient monuments, narrow streets and bustling bazaars. Drive past the Red Fort, built in 1648, visit "Chandni Chowk" or Silver Street, experiencing the sights and sounds of this very busy avenue heading west from the Fort. Later visit the Jama Masjid, the greatest mosque in India and completed in 1658 by Shah Jahan who also built the Taj Mahal, and the Raj Ghat, the simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. New Delhi - drive past the stately government buildings of the British Era designed by Lutyens, including the India Gate, the Presidential Palace. Continue onto the beautiful Humayuns tomb of the Mughal era & predecessor of the world famous Taj Mahal. End the tour at the towering minaret of Qutab Minar. Overnight at hotel. Day 3: Delhi - Agra Taj Mahal vacations Breakfast at the hotel. Later drive to Agra . **End Summary** Topics: Amber Fort]]> Pink City]]> Elephant ride]]> Taj mahal]]> Agra Fort]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> http://www.discoveryfullcircle.com/top-tour-packages/north-india-jaipur-mumbai-goa-beach.html

Palace On Wheels Luxury Train Tour (7 Nights / 8 days )

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 04:31:33 -0500

Palace on Wheels a majestic gift of Rajasthan Tourism in alliance with Indian Railway is a celebrated, distinctive and luxurious train known for its world-class accommodation and sophisticated amenities. Achieving a prominent position in the top ten lavish trains of the world, Palace on Wheels offers an extremely deluxe journey to the visitors of Rajasthan, Delhi and Agra. Within these eight days and seven nights tour the guests are provided with all the generous hospitality not been offered by any other locomotives in India. It is an opportunity to explore the bygone era of princes, palaces and forts of colorful Rajasthan, the Palace on Wheels tells the travelers that journey itself a destination. Palace on Wheel Tour Day 01 : New Delhi Day 02 : Jaipur Day 03 : Jaisalmer Day 04 : Jodhpur Day 05 : Sawai Madhopur Day 05 : Chittaugarh Day 06 : Udaipur Day 07 : Bharatpur Day 07 : Agra Day 08 : Delhi Detailed Itinerary Day 1 - Wednesday - NEW DELHI : Reporting Time 16.00 hrs. Dep. 18.30 hrs. The splendid journey starts from the Delhi Safdarjung Railway station. Before the Palace on Wheels week tour cruises along the fascinating land of Rajasthan you will receive a warm and traditional welcome. **End Summary** Topics: Palace On Wheels]]> Luxury Train Tour]]> Indian rail tour]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> http://www.discoveryfullcircle.com/top-tour-packages/palace-on-wheels-luxury-train-tour.html

Central India Tour (13 Nights / 14 days )

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 04:29:16 -0500

Day 01 : Arrive Delhi Arrive Delhi. Meet and greet at the airport and transfer to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel. Day 02 : Delhi Morning breakfast at hotel and followed by combined city tour of old and new Delhi visiting Mughal monuments like the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Rajghat- the place where Mahatam Gandhi was cremated, Humayun Tomb and drive pass to British landmark such as India Gate, President house and Govt. Secretariat. Also visit 12th century Minaret- Qutab Minar graceful and well sculptured and stands 75 meters, Lotus Temple. Overnight stay at hotel. Day 03 : Delhi / Jaipur (265 kms) Morning breakfast at hotel and drive to Jaipur upon arrival transfer to hotel. Rest of the day free. Evening optional visit to Rajmandir cinema hall famous for its beautifull interiors or "Chokhi Dhani" - A five star ethenic village resort for dinner on direct payment basis. Overnight saty at the hotel. Day 04 : Jaipur Morning breakfast at hotel and excursion to Amber fort and ride the hill on the back of decoreted elephant. Afternoon half day city tour of Pink city (Jaipur) built in the 1727 A. D. **End Summary** Topics: Tourism in Delhi - Jaipur - Agra - Gwalior - Orcha - Khajura]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> http://www.discoveryfullcircle.com/top-tour-packages/central-india-gwalior-orcha-khajuraho-tour.html

Kerala Backwater & Houseboat Trip (9 Nights / 10 days )

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 04:27:32 -0500

Day 01 : Cochin On Arrival at Cochin Airport/Ernakulam Railway station you will be welcomed by our tour representative and transfer to hotel .Afternoon proceed for a local tour of Cochin .You will be transferred to Cochin Harbour to board a speed boat which takes you to the gate way of the Arabian Sea .On arrival fort Cochin transfer to the island and proceed for a local tour which covers Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church, Chinese Fishing nets .Evening return back to Cochin Harbour. Evening visit Cochin beach and 6.30pm proceed for a Kathakali show Kerala's own classical dance drama program later return back to hotel and over night stay at Cochin . Day 02 : Cochin – Munnar (120km-3hrs) After an early morning breakfast, check out from the hotel & embark on a fascinating journey to Munnar covered with unending expanse of tea plantation. The panoramic view of the Cardamom hills & green carpets of tea plantation is an un forgettable experience. **End Summary** Topics: Tour Package to Cochin - Munnar - Thekkedy - Kumarakom - All]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> http://www.discoveryfullcircle.com/top-tour-packages/kerala-backwater-houseboat-package.html

Indian Wildlife & Cultural Tour (13 Nights / 14 days )

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 04:25:12 -0500

Day 01 : Arrive Delhi On arrival at the airport you will be met by the representative of Holidays4India and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at Delhi Day 02 : In Delhi Morning after breakfast proceed for a full day sightseeing of Delhi. Overnight at Delhi Day 03 : Delhi - Jaipur Morning after breakfast drive to Jaipur. On arrival check-into the hotel. Afternoon proceed for local sightseeing of the Jaipur City. Overnight at Jaipur Day 04 : Jaipur - Ranthambhor Morning after breakfast drive to Ranthambhore and check-into the wildlife resort. Afternoon enjoy jeep safari inside the park. Overnight at Ranthambhore Day 05 : In Ranthambhor Morning and afternoon enjoy Jeep Safari inside the park. Overnight at Ranthambhore Day 06 : In Ranthambhor Morning and afternoon enjoy Jeep Safari inside the park. Overnight at Ranthambhore Day 07 : Ranthambhor - Agra Morning after breakfast drive to railway station to board train for Agra. On arrival at the railway station you will be met the representative of Holidays4India and transfer to the hotel. After fresh-up proceed for sightseeing of Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Overnight at Agra Day 08 : Agra - Umaria Morning after breakfast transfer to the railway station to board train for Umaria. **End Summary** Topics: Wildlife Tour]]> Cultural Tour]]> India tour packages]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> http://www.discoveryfullcircle.com/top-tour-packages/indian-wildlife-culture-tour.html

Explore Rajasthan Tour with Taj Mahal & Tiger

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 04:02:19 -0500

Day 01: Delhi Meet our company representative in the airport who will assist you to the hotel for check in. Full Day is for leisure Day 02: Delhi-Nawalgarh (267 Km) Have a delightful breakfast. Check out from hotel. Drive to Nawalgarh which falls in the shekhawati region of region of Rajasthan. This is five hours drive from Delhi. The region draws its frame from the exquisite painted havelis, which has earned it the status of "open air gallery" .As a part of the same region Nawalgarh too has its share of murals and frescoes on havelis ,which form the tourist attractions in Nawalgarh. Nawalgarh is a small locality centering round a fort .Rajput chieftain Nawal singh founded the Nawalgarh Fort in 18th century .The sprawling fort houses a number of havelis with beautiful architecture and some of the finest frescoes in the region. Reach Nawalgarh and check in at hotel. Then proceed for sight seeing. The important attractions in Nawalgarh are the must see havelis. Anandilal Poddar Haveli, Aath Haveli and the HodRaj Patodi Haveli: The two forts also constitute the prime Tourist attractions in Nawalgarh .These imposing structures deserve superlative accolades for their grandeur and magnificence. **End Summary** Topics: Delhi - Nawalgarh - Bikaner - Jaisalme - Phalodi - Jodhpur -]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> http://www.discoveryfullcircle.com/top-tour-packages/rajasthan-tour-agra-ranthambore.html

Bihar state guide information India

Sat, 03 Apr 2010 11:13:11 -0400

Bihar: Since the inception of its history which dates back to 500 year ago Bihar has been recognized on cradle of movements in the field of art, culture and religion literature & human rights apostles of peace Lord Buddha, Mahavir, Great Guru Govind Singh and Mahatma Gandhi and great Sufi saint further heightened with the visit of great Chinese tourist Fahien, who has distinctly narrated the attainments of the University at that time took birth on this land. It is the land on which the earliest seeds of democracy took roots and however hosed into the form of governance with the advent of Lord, it witnessed a cultural renaissance as in the preaching of the Lord Buddha was seen the right answer to the woos & suffering of the rest humanity at the hands of loot, tyranny boilance. People embraced Buddhism and the echoes holiest sermon Buddham Saranam Gachhami sent the air reached beyond the boundaries of our country and seat of leaning at Nalanda, where students outside the boundaries of our country joined the course got acknowledged the world over. Lord Buddha delivered his preaching at this place of learning. The glory of Nalanda gate. **End Summary** Topics: Bihar India Tourism]]> Patna city]]> Lord Buddha]]> Mahavir]]> Great Gur]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> http://www.discoveryfullcircle.com/bihar.html

Assam State information Guide - India

Sat, 03 Apr 2010 11:06:26 -0400

Assam's history goes back to the ancient times. The base of this history can be found in Vedic literature, Tantric literature, Assamese folklore and Buddhist literature. However, first reference of Assam is found in the epics and the religious legends. The Aryans belonging to the priestly (brahmin) and warrior classes found their way into Assam in very early times. Numerous places referred in the epics, like Mahabharata etc. are now identified with sites in this state. Known as 'Kamarupa' or 'Pragjyotish' in the period of the Epics, Assam is inhabited by human civilisation since about 2000 BC. The people of Assam consists of the migrants from Burma and China. They settled in Assam after the mongoloid migration. Mongoloids came from Punjab through Bihar and North Bengal. Henceforth, Assam presents a blend of Mongol-Aryan culture. It is believed that, the early history of Assam belonged to be of the Varman dynasty. The reign of this dynasty extended from 400 AD to 13th century. Huien Tsang is said to have visited Assam during the rule of Kumar Bhaskar Varman in the 7th century BC. The Ahoms are said to have ventured into Assam in about 1228 AD. **End Summary** Topics: Assam Guide]]> City Guide to Assam]]> Assam tour bookings online]]> B]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Travel expert offering holiday ideas.

Aurnachal Pradesh state Guide - Indian State

Sat, 03 Apr 2010 10:51:47 -0400

Arunachal Pradesh India attained statehood on 20th February 1987. It is situated in the North-Eastern part of India with 83743 sq. kms area and has a long international border with Bhutan to the west (160 km), China to the north and north-east (1,080 km) and Myanmar to the east (440 km). It stretches from snow-capped mountains in the north to the plains of Brahmaputra valley in the south. Arunachal is the largest state area-wise in the north-east region, even larger than Assam which is the most populous. Arunachal Pradesh is situated between latitude 26° 30' N and 29° 30 ' N and longitude 91° 30' E and 97° 30' E. Itanagar is the capital of Arunachal Pradesh and located at an altitude of 530 meters above MSL. The widely scattered archeological remains at different places in Arunachal bears testimony to its rich cultural heritage. **End Summary** Topics: Arunachal Pradesh tours]]> Tourism in Arunachal Pradesh]]> Travel]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> http://www.discoveryfullcircle.com/ARUNACHAL%20PRADESH.html

States of India - Andhra Pradesh State information Guide

Sat, 03 Apr 2010 10:49:15 -0400

Andhra Pradesh is not just another place, it is another time. The state comprises the erstwhile Hyderabad state and bits of former Madras Presidency. However the spirit of its last ruler Nizam Osman Ali Pasha still lingers on there. The state is so much a part of his diverse and mystifying personality which was an enigma to his subjects as well as to the outsiders. Andhra Pradesh, the fifth largest state of India is drained by thirty-four rivers - the largest of them are Krishna and Godavari. Its recorded history goes back to Mauryan period. Successive dynasties of the Ikshvakus, Pallavas, Chalukyas, Vijaynagar Kings, Qutab Shahis, Mughals and Asaf Jahis have added to state's rich history and culture with monuments, temples, mosques and heritage in arts, crafts and dance. Rivaling this vividness is the beauty of the landscapes, stalagmite and stalactite caves, river plunging headlong in breath taking gorges, large lakes impounded between verdant hills, dense forests teeming with wild life and gigantic boulders of queer formation poised on hairline contact with bedrock. **End Summary** Topics: andhra pradesh]]> Bidri]]> Kamalkari]]> Kondapalli]]> Durgi]]> Allagadda]]> Ti]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Travel expert from India offering holiday ideas

India & Nepal Exploration, Delhi - Mandawa - Bikaner - Deshnokh - Jaisalmer - Sam Sand Dunes - Jodhp

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 10:58:53 -0500

India & Nepal Exploration Tour Duration : 27 Nights / 28 Days Places Covered : Delhi - Mandawa - Bikaner - Deshnokh - Jaisalmer - Sam Sand Dunes - Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Kumbhalgarh - Udaipur - Pushkar - Jaipur - Agra - Kathmandu - Pokhara - Dhampus - Naudanda - Sarankot - Varanasi - Khajuraho - Orchha - Delhi. Tour Itinerary : Day 01 - Arrive Delhi Meeting and greetings on arrival at Delhi's international airport and transfer to the hotel for overnight stay. Day 02 : Delhi - Mandawa (275 kms - 6 hours) Morning after buffet breakfast at the hotel checkout and proceed to Mandawa by car Enroute visiting Dundlod. Check in at Hotel on arrival. Afternoon visit compact little town of Shekhavati region comprising of Forts and Havelis of beautiful frescoes. While touring this town a painted arched gateway adorned with Lord Krishna and his cows leads to the bustling bazaar. Overnight at the Fort hotel. Day 03 : Mandawa - Bikaner (185 kms - 4 hours) After breakfast at the hotel drive to Bikaner and check in at Family guest HouseÂ on arrival. **End Summary** Topics: ]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Travel expert from India

Medieval India Tour Package

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 10:59:14 -0500

Medieval India Tour Tour Duration : 5 Nights / 6 Days Tour Package Covers : Delhi - Agra - Gwalior -Orchha - Khajuraho - Varanasi Tour Itinerary : Day 01 - Delhi to Agra by Train Meeting and greetings on arrival at Delhi's international airport and proceed to Agra to reach in around 4 and half hours. Arrive and check in at the hotel. Afternoon visit the world famous Taj Mahal built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his second wife, Mumtaz Mahal, whose death in childbirth in 1631 left the Emperor so heartbroken that his hair is said to have turned gray overnight. Construction of the Taj, begun in the same year, was not completed until 1653. In total 20,000 people from India and Central Asia worked on the building. The Taj Mahal is like a silent rhapsody that you will carry in your heart. Day 02- Agra to Gwalior by Car Morning after breakfast at the hotel proceed to visit Agra Fort, constructed by Emperor Akbar in 1695 on the banks of the Yamuna River. Initially the fort was a military structure, but during Shah Jahan's reign it had partially become a palace. **End Summary** Topics: Tour Duration : 5 Nights / 6 Days Tour Package Covers : Delh]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> travel expert from India.

WILDLIFE & CULTURE TOURS NORTH-EAST INDIA

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 10:55:16 -0500

DELHI - GUWAHATI - KAZIRANGA - ITANAGAR- ZIRO - DAPORIJO - ALONG - PASIGHAT - DIBRUGARH - GUWAHATI - DELHI OR CALCUTTA (KOLKATA) - 13 Days Day 01 - ARRIVE DELHI. Meeting and greeting on arrival at Delhiâ€™s international airport and transfer to the hotel.Â Afternoon combined tour of Old and New Delhi.Â Overnight at the hotel. DAY 02 - DELHIÂ TOÂ GUWAHATI â€“ FLYÂ Morning after relaxed breakfast at the hotel transfer to the airport to board flight for Guwahati at Â 10 AM.Â Meeting on arrival and transfer t the hotel breakfast at the hotel.Â Afternoon proceed for to visitÂ Kamakhya temple, Daul Govinda temple, Aswaklanta, Kanai Boroshi Rock Inscriptions, Navagraha temple, Assam State Museum & Shankardeva Kalakshetra. Overnight at the hotel. DAY 03 GUWAHATI TOÂ KAZIRANGA BY ROAD Morning after breakfast at the hotel proceed to Kaziranga National Park.Â Check in at Jungle Lodge / resort on arrival for overnight stay.Â Rest of the day at leisure.Â Overnight at the lodge / hotel. **End Summary** Topics: DELHI - GUWAHATI - KAZIRANGA - ITANAGAR- ZIRO - DAPORIJO - A]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Travel expert from India.

Train To Kolkatta Tour Package

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 10:51:26 -0500

Train To Kolkatta Tour Package Tour Duration : 10 Nights / 11 Days Places Covered : Delhi - Agra - Gwalior - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Kolkata. Many books have been written about the romance and fun of the railway in the Subcontinent for there are few places in the world where tyhe excitement of train travel is still so alive. Using the best available trains, you will be conveyed across the vast Indian plains via the Mughal city of Agra, the Scindia stronghold of Gwalior, the erotic temple sculptures at Khajuraho and Varanasi, India's holiest city, before finally pulling into Calcutta's bustling Howrah station. The noise of station vendors and the frequent sound of steam engines add to the richness of one of the world's most comprehensive railway systems. This tour combines the luxury of fine hotels with the comparative simplicity of the railway carriage. We look forward to welcoming you aboard!. Tour Itinerary: Day 01 Arrive at New Delhi - Morning arrive at New Delhi. Transfer to your Hotel. **End Summary** Topics: Train tour package to Kolkata West Bengal rail journey]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Travel expert from India.

North India Rail Tour

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 10:49:10 -0500

North India Rail Tour We have the pleasure to give you a brief idea about the various classes available in Indian trains. Following is the description of various classes available to match all your requirements: The best way to see India is on the Indian railway system and not by flying at 30,000 feet height. Your visit to India can not be completed without experience of travelling on Indian rails and negotiating busy Indian railway stations. Train travel is safe, cheap and (in AC classes) comfortable. Long distances in our tour package from Delhi to Jodhpur will be done by overnight train in our North India Rail Tour pacakge. Train Class : There are total of 8 classes on Indian trains. But only some of these classes will be available on a particular train. Air-conditioned first class (AC1) Spacious and carpeted and lockable cabin with 4-berth and 2-berth compartments. All necessary bedding is provided by Indian Railways. AC1 is a very comfortable and civilised way to travel. Air-conditioned 2-tier- AC2 provides bunks at night and lower berths can be used as seats during day travel. **End Summary** Topics: India train tour package]]> North India Rail Tour]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Travel expert from India.

CITY OF JOY & SUN TEMPLE TOUR OF INDIA

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 10:44:59 -0500

CITY OF JOY & SUN TEMPLE TOUR OF INDIA Duration : 4 Nights / 5 Days Covering Kolkatta; city of joy & Konark; sun temple with Bhubneshwar; gateway to eastern India KOLKATTA - Home to four Nobel laureates - Ronald Ross, Rabindranath Tagore, Mother Teresa and Amartya Sen, Calcutta renamed Kolkata - the city of Joy, is the nerve centre of intellect and human values, where many modern movements began in art, cinema and theatre, science and industry. The gateway to the East - it is a city with rich heritage, bustling streets and bewildering variety of facets. BHUBANESWAR, the "Temple City of India"- an important Hindu pilgrimage center, where temple building activities of Orissan style flowered from its very inception to its fullest culmination extending over a period of over one thousand years. The magnificent Sun Temple at KONARK is the culmination of Orissan temple architecture, and one of the most stunning monuments of religious architecture in the world. The poet Rabindranath Tagore said of Konark that 'here the language of stone surpasses the language of man', and truly the experience of Konark is impossible to translate into words. **End Summary** Topics: city of joy Konark; sun temple with Bhubneshwar; gateway t]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Travel expert from India.

TEMPLE GANGES TAJ TOUR OF INDIA

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 10:43:14 -0500

TEMPLE GANGES TAJ TOUR OF INDIA Covering Varanasi; city of temples and River Ganges : Khajuraho; erotic temples and Taj Mahal - symbol of love VARANASI - It is believed that those who die in Varanasi will be released from the cycle of rebirth. Pious Hindus still come to Varanasi the oldest city in India to spend their last days, living in spartan communes run by a multitude of religious trusts. The focus is the sacred River Ganga (Ganges) where people come to wash away their sins by bathing, the dead are cremated and holy men meditate. In the narrow by lanes are crowded bazaars selling brassware and silk brocades. After attaining enlightenment at Bodhgaya the Buddha went to SARNATH - one of the most holy sites; and it was here that he preached his first discourse in the deer park to set in motion the 'Wheel of the Dharma'. In the temple architecture of India, the KHAJURAHO (also famous as erotica's of Khajuraho) complex remains unique. magnificent richly carved temples, came up near the village of Khajuraho from 950 AD - 1050 AD- an inspired burst of creativity and are a collective paean to life, to joy and to creativity; **End Summary** Topics: temples and River Ganges : Khajuraho; erotic temples and Ta]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Travel expert from India.

Adventure Tours in India

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 10:23:55 -0500

Adventure Tours in India Adventure Tours brings different pleasures to different people. For some it is an ambition to ascend close to the world's highest peaks, for others it is the need for a reflective journey, or the attraction of meeting hospitable natives in the far flung countryside's and learning something of their lifestyle and culture. 1. CAMEL SAFARI TOUR - RAJASTHAN AND LADAKH (DOUBLE HUMP CAMEL) Duration: 7 nights / 8 days to 10 nights / 11 days Cities: Delhi - Bikaner - Ponchu - Dhankla Bera - Hanuman - Hatti - Bhardia Nada - Jamba - Jaisalmer OR Delhi - Deshnoke - Janglu - Deengsrai - Sainsar - Khajora - Mithriya - Bhagwat Dhani - Jamba - Jaisalmer Highlights : The great Indian Thar desert is famous for its bright colors and is situated in the Land of the Maharajas, rolling sand dunes, down to earth lifestyles and dew drop cultivated farmlands with scattered small settlements through which the Rajasthan camel safari passes. In Ladakh, the inhospitable high altitude desert landscape coupled with snow peaks and colorful views of monasteries joined by riding double hump camels. 2. **End Summary** Topics: Indian adventure tour packages]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Tavel consultant from India.

TEMPLE of Buddha * CAVES Tour in India

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 04:48:27 -0500

Covering Mumbai: the commercial capital of India with Elephanta Caves and Ajanta and Ellora Buddhist Caves MUMBAI, a major international airport and harbour. The city's rise from the dowry of a Portuguese queen to the country's foremost sea port, commercial centre and producer of maximum films in the world has been nothing short of meteoric. Mumbai's Gothic architecture is embodied in important buildings. magnificent caves of ELEPHANTA (9th to 12th century AD)- contains beautiful relief, sculptures, and a temple to the Hindu god Lord Siva. AJANTA - where the thirty Buddhist caves are cut into the steep face of a deep rock gorge sit in silent contemplation. Feel the aura and power left behind by the Buddhist monks living 2000 years ago. Compare these with the dynamism and energy radiating from the huge Hindu caves in nearby ELLORA. Imagine the workers carving a way at solid rock on the hillside to form the thirty-four Hindu, Buddhist and Jain Caves with the stories of their religions and beliefs etched onto the walls. Day 01 Arrive at Mumbai. Transfer to the hotel for overnight stay. **End Summary** Topics: Temple of Buddha and Caves of India]]> Ajanta Ellora Caves]]> Bu]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Traver expert from India.

Museums in India

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 04:46:12 -0500

Museums in India The major cities and historical sites – those which visitors are most likely to want to see have been selected, and the important museums in these places are described. The four cities of Delhi, Mumbai, Calcutta and Chennai are dealt with first, as these are usual entry points in India for the foreign visitor. Then, in alphabetical order, other Indian cities with important or interesting museums are introduced. Most museums in India have an incredibly large collection of objects, ranging from paintings, sculptures, manuscripts and textiles to metal ware, glass, armory and jewelery. Apart from the variety in forms, the objects are each representative of a distinct phase or historical period, from among an accumulation of more than 5,000 years of Indian history. For this reason, one or two aspects or galleries of a particular museum have been singled out for description in greater detail. For instance, for the Indian Museum at Calcutta, a fuller account has been given of early Buddhist sculpture, with only brief mention being made of the treasures of medieval Hindu sculpture that one can also see in this museum. **End Summary** Topics: Museums In India]]> india museums]]> tour india museums]]> india muse]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Travel writer from India.

INDIA GENERAL INFORMATION

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 04:44:26 -0500

Discover India with us....... Come join us for a vivid and candid experience through a land as astonishing as it is exciting. A country as large as Europe and a million times more diverse from its peoples to its languages, religions, crafts to its climate. In the north are the challenging Himalayas, in the south, west and east are miles and miles of beaches. Throughout the length and breadth of the country are ancient towns and cities and breathtaking wildlife parks. In all, it is a drama, and quiet literally a beautiful visual assault on the senses. As Mrs. Indira Gandhi, India s late Prime Minister once said &."If you wish to know something about India, you must empty your mind of all preconceived notions. Why be imprisoned by the limited vision of the prejudiced? Don t try to compare. India is different and, exasperating as it may seem, would like to remain so. This is the secret of India, the acceptance of life in all its fullness &. **End Summary** Topics: india travel agent]]> tour operator in india]]> hotels reservation]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Travel expert from India

North India & Nepal Discovery Tour Package

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North India & Nepal Discovery Tour Package Cities covered: New Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Khajuraho, Varanasi, Kathmandu Duration: 12 nights / 13 days Sketch Program: Day 1 Delhi Arrive Delhi, the capital of India and transfer to the hotel. Day 2 Delhi Morning tour of Old Delhi. Afternoon tour of New Delhi. Day 3 Delhi-Jaipur By Car /Coach Morning drive to Jaipur and on arrival, check in at the hotel. Afternoon city tour of the pink city of Jaipur. Day 4 Jaipur Morning excursion to Amber Fort including an elephant ride. Afternoon at leisure. Day 5 Jaipur-Fatehpur Sikri-Agra By Car /Coach Morning drive to Agra, the city of the Taj visiting Fatehpur Sikri en route. On arrival in Agra, check in at the hotel. Afternoon city tour of Agra including a visit to the world famous Taj Mahal. Day 6 Agra / Jhansi - Khajuraho Early morning transfer to the railway station to board Shatabdi Express train for Jhansi. On arrival, drive to Khajuraho visiting Orcha en route. On arrival in Khajuraho, check in at the hotel. Day 7 Khajuraho Morning visit the Eastern and Western Group of temples. Afternoon at leisure. **End Summary** Topics: India and Nepal Tour]]> Tours to India and Nepal]]> Vacations to N]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Travel writer from India.