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See the famous cave-temples of Badami and a 16th century temple in Hampi
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Explore the historic towns of Badami and Hampi in Karnataka on this tour. Capitals of long-gone empires, home to a profusion of temples and the seat of a very old culture, the towns of Badami and Hampi in Karnataka are historical records in stone. Badami is famous for its cave-temples which are fine examples of the Dravidian style of architecture. These rock-cut caves and temples were amongst the first in India and later became the inspiration for many other South Indian empires. Hampi is a World Heritage Site and home to the fascinating Virupaksha Temple which was built in 1442 and the Vitthala Temple, built in the 16th century. Although in ruins today, this capital city was once famous for its wealth. A must-see on a visit to India, Badami and Hampi are bound to leave you asking for more!
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Chambal Ravines Safari Tour
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.jpg) Two nights Chambal Safari - ex delhi
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...of a bygone era. A motor boat cruise on the river will reveal endemic Marsh crocodiles, the endangered Gangetic Dolphin and rare birds like the Indian Skimmer. Explore the ravines...
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Temple Tour of Tirupati - Sri Venkateshwara Temple
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 2 Nights Tirupati
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The temple town of Tirupati is one of the most ancient and spectacular places of pilgrimage in India. The town owes itsexistence to the sacred temple of Hindu God Sri Venkateshwara,...
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Wildlife Tour to Jim Corbett National Park (from Delhi)
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 3 nights Corbett (by surf)
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If you want to experience wildlife at its best, head for the legendary Jim Corbett National Park. Named after the famousJim Corbett, this National Park was set up in 1973 and...
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Wildlife Tour to Jim Corbett National Park (Ex-Delhi)
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 3 nights Corbett (by train)
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Spot tigers and other wildlife in the Jim Corbett National Park. The Park is one of the most popular wildlife reserves in India and is located at the foothills of the Himalayas....
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Ranthambore National Park - The Ranthambore Regency (Ex-Jaipur)
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 THREE NIGHTS RANTHAMBORE
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Visit the Ranthambore National Park, one of the most popular wildlife reserves in India and go on game spotting safaris. Nestled between the Vindhya and Aravali Hills, the Park also...
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Ranthambore National Park - The Aman-i-Khas (Ex-Jaipur)
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 3 nights RANTHAMBORE (with Aman-i-Khas)
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...there are over 50 species of aquatic plants and more than 200 species of colourful birds. Nestled between the Vindhya and Aravali Hills, the Park encompasses the 10th century Ranthambore...
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Wildlife Tour to Kanha National Park (stay at Tiger Corridor)
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 3 nights Kanha - Tiger Corridor
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...all there in Kanha National Park! Situated in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, the Park was declared a 'Tiger Reserve' in 1974 under the Government of India funded Project Tiger,...
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Tour to Ranthambore National Park and Taj Mahal at Agra
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.jpg) 3 Nights Ranthambore-Agra
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...in the country, one can spot tigers, the sambar deer (the largest Asiatic deer), chital, nilgai, gaur and leopards. Different species of birds like eagles and the uncommon red...
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Ranthambore National Park - The Ranthambore Regency (From Jaipur)
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.jpg) Two Nights Ranthmbore Ex Jaipur
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...to this, there are over 50 species of aquatic plants and more than 200 species of colourful birds. Nestled between the Vindhya and Aravali Hills, the Park encompasses the 10th-century...
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Wildlife Tour to Nagarhole National Park
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.jpg) Three nights Kabini River Lodge ex Blr
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This is a perfect tour for nature and wildlife lovers. Nagarhole has an astonishing abundance of wildlife and is home to the Asiatic elephant. The backdrop of the distant misty blue...
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Kings Sanctuary Wildlife Tour
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.jpg) Three nights Kings Sanctuary ex Blr
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...a must do for wildlife enthusiasts! The National Park is open all year round, but the best time to visit is between October and April.
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Bangaram Island Resort
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.jpg) 5 nights Bangaram Island Resort Lakshadweep
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...feels like it was designed specifically for languid strolls, to watch the beach dances of hermit crabs and listen to the raucous music of the seabirds. But should you feel the need...
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Sightseeing Tour of Calcutta
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 Kolkata Halfday sightseeing
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Kolkata or Calcutta, the city that Dominique Lapierre so memorably called “The City of Joy” is indeed a joy to visit. The erstwhile capital of British India, Calcutta has been...
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Historical and Cultural Tour to Haridwar
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 THREE NIGHTS HARIDWAR
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...pilgrims gather on the banks of the holy river with earthen lamps which then float gently down the river under the last rays of the setting sun. With numerous temples, ashrams and...
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Historical and Cultural Tour to Lucknow
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 Two Nights Lucknow Ex Delhi
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...espcially Hazratganj are popular with locals and visitors alike. Don't miss a trip to Lucknow while you are in India.
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Famous Attractions of New Delhi
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 HALFDAY NEW DELHI
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...who laid down their lives in the war and at the other is the President's residence, Rashtrapati Bhawan, the highlight of Lutyen's Delhi. A great opportunity to see the famous tourist attractions of New Delhi, this sightseeing tour is a must do.
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Trip to The National Museum
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 Halfday Delhi museum
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The National Museum in New Delhi is the largest museum in India in terms of the numbers of it collection and displays.The Museum displays over 200,000 exhibits and covers over...
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Madurai Temples and City Tour
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.jpg) 2 Nights Madurai
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Madurai is one of South India's oldest cities and has been the centre of learning and pilgrimage for centuries.It is known to have existed before the 4th century BC.The city is the...
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Sightseeing in Cochin and Kathakali Performance (Stay at Fort Heritage)
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 2 N Cochin (Sightseing & Kathakali)Fort Heritage
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...performance and five hundred year old Portuguese houses as you tour the city. Cochin is an eclectic and fascinating blend of medieval Portugal, Holland, an English country village...
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Wildlife Tour to Bandhavgarh National Park (stay at Mahua Kothi)
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 3 nights Bandhavgarh - Mahua Kothi
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...of Bandhavgarh are well preserved. This fragile ecology also supports nilgai, wild boar, jackals, porcupines and many species of birds. On this tour you shall stay at Mahua Kothi,...
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Spiritual Tour to Rishikesh and Haridwar
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 3 nights Rishikesh-Haridwar
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...with hundreds of twinkling earthen oil lamps floating on the Ganga. The resounding temple bells, the chants and prayers - all contribute to the town's spiritual atmosphere. Come and experience a sense of peace and calm in Haridwar and Rishikesh.
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Nature and Wildlife Tour to Ranganthittu Bird Sanctuary
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 Overnight Mysore ex bangalore
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...Salim Ali- during his survey of the birds of Mysore, advocated the establishment of such a sanctuary and persuaded the Wodeyar kings of Mysore to declare the area a wildlife sanctuary....
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Nature and Wildlife Tour to Bandipur
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 2 Nights bandipur- ex bangalore
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...Madhumalai Wildlife Sanctuary, Nagarhole and Wayanad. Bandipur was among the first nine tiger reserves created in India as the launch of Project Tiger in 1972, a wildlife conservation...
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Elephant Ride at Amber Fort near Jaipur
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 Elephant Ride At Amer Fort In Jaipur
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...secure seat as the majestic animal winds its way up the ramparts of the fort. The elephant is a gentle creature and the mahout (a person who drives the elephant) uses an ankush (a...
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Historical and Cultural Tour to Mysore and Coorg
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 Three nights Mysore-Coorg ex Blr
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Mysore is famous for silk, sandalwood and incence, art and of course the Palace. The erstwhile capital of the Wodeyar dynasty, Mysore is also known as the 'City Of Palaces', many...
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Religious and Cultural Tour to Varanasi, Sarnath and Khajuraho
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 3 nights Varanasi-Khajuraho
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...than tradition, older even than legend and looks twice as old as all of them put together". Varanasi is one of the holiest sites of Hinduism as it is believed that a dip in the...
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Religious and Cultural Tour to Varanasi and Sarnath
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 TWO NIGHTS VARANASI
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...Ganges and is perhaps the most ancient living city in India. The holy chants and prayers, the resounding temple bells and the wafting smell of incense gives the city a unique ambience....
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Excursion to Fatehpur Sikri (Ex-Agra)
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 Fatehpur SikriEx Agra
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Located 40 Kilometres from Agra, Fatehpur Sikri was built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 in honour of the great Saint Sheikh Salim Chisti who blessed Akbar and prophesied the birth of three...
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Famous Attractions of Old Delhi
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 HALF DAY OLD DELHI
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...of the Mughal Empire. The Red Fort is one of the most famous sights of Old Delhi and tells of an important period in the history of Mughal India. A massive fortress with a wall that...
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Historical and Cultural Tour to Neemrana Fort-Palace (Ex-Delhi)
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 Two Nights Neemrana - Ex Delhi
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...is spread over 3 acres and rises to 10 levels. You'll get an excellent view of the Aravali Hills from the resort. The rooms are furnished with an eclectic mix of traditional Indian and colonial furniture, antiques and objets d' art.
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Romantic Retreat - Hill Resort Coorg
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 Three nigths Coorg ex Blr
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...is actually a region, a green mountainous expanse in southwest Karnataka and Madikeri is its capital. Coorg's scenic beauty makes it an ideal destination for treks - the paths...
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Hill Resorts in the Nilgiris: Ooty and Coonoor
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.jpg) Four nights Ooty-Coonor ex Blr
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...Ooty used to be a popular summer getaway for the British during colonial times. Coonoor is a small town near Ooty and both places are rich in scenic beauty with coffee and tea plantations...
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Ranthambore National Park - The Aman-i-Khas (Ex-Delhi by Train)
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 3 N Ranthambore(Ex Delhi By Train-Aman-I-Khas)
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...The Park is also home to a variety of other animals like the sambar deer (the largest Asiatic deer), chital, nilgai, gaur and leopards, hyenas and chinkaras.In addition to this, there...
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Munnar Hill Resort
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 Two Nights Munnar Ex Cochin
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...Among the many exotic plants found in the forests and grasslands here is the Neelakurinji that blooms once in twelve years and bathes the mountainside in a riot of violet. Once a sleepy...
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Excursion to Shantiniketan (From Calcutta)
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 1 Nights Shantiniketan-Kolkata
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...a small open-air school and gradually evolved into a large university offering the best of Eastern and Western thought with an emphasis on humanity's relationship with nature. In...
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Cultural and Religious Tour to Puttaparthy
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.jpg) Two nights Puttaparthy ex Blr
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...God' by his followers. The chief attraction in Puttaparthy is 'Praasanthi Nilayam ,or Abode of Peace which is the main ashram ( a place where people live and engage in spiritual pursuits)...
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Sightseeing Tour of Udaipur
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 HALF DAY UDAIPUR
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...citadel at Chittorgarh was ransacked by the Mughal emperor Akbar. Legend has it that the king was advised by a holy man to build his new capital near Lake Pichola. Standing in...
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Nature and Wildlife Tour to Kumarakom
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 Two Nights Kumarakom Ex Cochin
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...and beautiful backwaters have earned Kumarakom, and indeed all of Kerala,the sobriquet “God's own Country”. Kumarakomlies on the shores of Vembanad Lake and is a picturesque...
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Cultural and Religious Tour to Pushkar and Ajmer (from Delhi)
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 2 nights Pushkar (ex Delhi)
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This tour will take you to the temple town of Pushkar which has a beautiful lake surrounded by hundreds of temples. Enroute to Pushkar, visit the famous dargah (shrine) of the Sufi...
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Cultural and Scenic Tour of Delhi - Surajkund Lake
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Surajkund Lake is located on the border of Delhi and Haryana.This idyllic retreat is less than an hour's drive from Delhi's city centre.This large and important reservoir was built...
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Rohetgarh Fort Hotel (From Jodhpur)
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 2 nights Rohetgarh
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...artefacts and trophies all speak volumes about the chivalry and glory of the generations of valiant noblemen who lived here. The colourful peacocks strutting about in the gardens are...
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Evening Tour to the Taj Mahal
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 Tajmahal Visit On Sunset Agra
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...it is an architectural masterpiece with four minarets, beautiful inlay work and marble screens. Often described as a teardrop on the cheek of time , it is also one of the most famous...
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Buddhist Pilgrimage: Bodhgaya, Kushinagar, Patna, Varanasi
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This tour covers major Buddhist sites in India and the neighbouring country of Nepal. Visit Lumbini which is considered the birthplace of Buddha, Vaishali where the first great Buddhist...
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Khari Baoli - Tour of Delhi's Spice Market
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 Delhi- halfday spice market
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Khari Baoli in Delhi is Asia's largest wholesale spice market. Set in the bustling, crowded area of the famous Lal Quila (Red Fort), it is a really busy area with shops on both sides...
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Periyar: Boating on the Lake and Visit to Spice Plantation
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 Two Nights Periyar Ex Cochin
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...for those seeking natural beauty. The scenic Periyar Lake in the middle of the sanctuary is a great place for boating and watching the elephants frolic. The vast calmness of the...
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Wildlife Tour to Kanha and Bandhavgarh National Parks
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 5 nights - Bandhavgarh & Kanha
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...that lives in the park is protected under the Government of India funded Project Tiger. This fragile ecology also supports nilgai , wild boar, jackals, porcupines and many species of birds....
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Tour of Hill Town Shimla with stay at Oberoi Cecil
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 3 nights Cecil-Shimla
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Shimla, a charming hill resort was the summer capital of the British before India's independence. Surrounded by pine, deodar, oak and rhododendron forests, it has a number of well-maintained...
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Nature Tour to Chhatra Sagar Resort (Ex-Jodhpur)
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 ONE NIGHT EXCURSION TO NIMAJ (ex Jodhpur)
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...is a nature-lover's haven. Watch the birds that flock to the dam from the comfort of your tent, go Black Buck spotting in the neighbouring wildlife sanctuary or simply set out on a...
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Golden Triangle: Delhi-Agra-Jaipur
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India is a country that holds a deep fascination for the world and is home to some of the most spectacular architecture and monuments, all steeped in rich history. On this Golden Triangle...
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Kovalam: Luxury Beach Holiday in Kerala (Stay at Hotel Leela)
Kovalam is famous across the world for its golden beaches and palm-fringed shores. Many call it the 'Paradise of the East'. Relax on the beaches of Kovalam and watch the mesmerizing scenic beauty of...
Munnar Hill Resort
Munnar is Kerala's most famous hill resort. Set at an altitude of approximately 6000 feet, Munnar's undulating hills covered with the soothing green of tea plantations have earned it the sobriquet,...
Gokarna Beach Holiday (from Goa)
Gokarna is a charming little town on the coast of the South Indian state of Karnataka. Although more famous as a pilgrimage centre because of an ancient temple, it is also famous for its beautiful,...
...life and folklores of a bygone era. A motor boat cruise on the river will reveal...
...of pilgrimage in India. The town owes itsexistence to the sacred temple of Hindu...
...destination for those seeking natural beauty. The scenic Periyar Lake in the middle...
...the Park is a treasure trove of flora and fauna. Alert barasingha deer, noisy monkeys,...
...National Park. Named after the famousJim Corbett, this National Park was set...
...one of the most popular wildlife reserves in India and is located at the foothills...
...India and go on game spotting safaris. Nestled between the Vindhya and Aravali Hills,...
...in their natural environment. The Park is also home to a variety of other animals...
...Pradesh. True to the picture that is conjured up by that description, the Park is...
...Site, the Taj Mahal is constructed entirely out of white marble and is an architectural...
...tiger population in their natural environment. The Park is also home to a variety...
...abundance of wildlife and is home to the Asiatic elephant. The backdrop of the distant...
...includes the elephant, tiger, leopard, wild dog, sambar, barking deer, sloth bear,...
...to the present day. Bangaram presents a breathtaking spectacle of sparkling coral...
...City of Joy” is indeed a joy to visit. The erstwhile capital of British India, Calcutta...
...on the banks of the holy river Ganga, where it emerges from the Himalayas. Har-...
...the numbers of it collection and displays.The Museum displays over 200,000 exhibits...
...and pilgrimage for centuries.It is known to have existed before the 4th century...
...dance performance and five hundred year old Portuguese houses as you tour the city....
...attract tourists in large numbers every year. In spite of the enormous human interest...
...sight. Soaked in religion, legends and faith this city charms even those who are...
...insects during the monsoons make Ranganthittu a favourite gathering place for birds....
...of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve - the first in India - which includes other sanctuaries...
...in a specially designed, secure seat as the majestic animal winds its way up the...
...The erstwhile capital of the Wodeyar dynasty, Mysore is also known as the 'City...
...history, older than tradition, older even than legend and looks twice as old as...
...of the holy river Ganges and is perhaps the most ancient living city in India. The...
...pastures, this resort is a nature-lover's haven. Watch the birds that flock to the...
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