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Excursion to Shantiniketan (From Calcutta) |
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Founded by Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore, Shantiniketan is a world-famous university
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Shantiniketan (the abode of peace) is a small town on the outskirts of Calcutta famous for the international university founded by Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore. It started as 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 keeping with that philosophy, it is surrounded by a forest and a deer park which makes its setting very beautiful. Within Shantiniketan are various colleges – Kala Bhavan (the art college), Vidya Bhavan, (the institute of Humanities), Centre for Rural craft – which are considered the best in the field by many. Shantiniketan hosts several cultural festivals and events where folk artistes perform throughout the year. Shantiniketan is also very famous as Rabindranath lived and wrote some of his most acclaimed works here. Anyone interested in literature, art and culture would not want to miss this trip to Shantiniketan.
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Cultural and Religious Tour to Puttaparthy
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 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...
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Sightseeing Tour of Udaipur
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 HALF DAY UDAIPUR
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Udaipur is a beautiful city with many lakes and is nestled in theAravali Hills, which adds to its picturesque beauty. The city was built by Maharana Udai Singh in 1568 after his...
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Nature and Wildlife Tour to Kumarakom
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 Two Nights Kumarakom Ex Cochin
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Visit Kumarakom in Kerala on your trip to India and discover an India that is not all hustle and bustle and noise. Slender coconut palms, never-ending paddy fields, meandering lagoons...
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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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...one of the Holy Trinity of Hinduism, making it an important pilgrimage site for Hindus. Pilgrims visit it to take a dip in the lake which is said to be able to absolve you of your...
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Cultural and Scenic Tour of Delhi – Surajkund Lake
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...the area plays host to the world famous Surajkund Crafts Mela.The site then transforms into a vibrant, colourful and exotic place.Brightly coloured traditional costumes jostle for...
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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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The Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan as the mausoleum for his favourite queen Mumtaz Mahal. Constructed entirely out of white marble,...
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Golden Triangle (with Premier Hotels)
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 3 Nights Jaipur-Agra (with Vilas hotels)
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...Fort is accentuated as it is situated on top of a hill. Constructed by Raja Man Singh I, this Rajput fort-palace has beautiful mosaics and marble relief panels. Pick up tie and dye...
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Buddhist Pilgrimage: Bodhgaya, Kushinagar, Patna, Varanasi
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...Council was held and Nalanda where you can see the ruins of the university which was once a prestigious seat of learning. Also see the Bodhi tree at Bodhgaya where he is said to have...
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Khari Baoli - Tour of Delhi’s Spice Market
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 Delhi- halfday spice market
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...are arranged in neat colourful piles making it a visual treat. Atour to Delhi will be incomplete without visiting this unique and colourful market.
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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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...wins you over with its architectural grandeur. This colonial-style former Viceregal Lodge features lavish ballrooms, extensive dining halls and a number of framed photographs of...
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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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Shopping Tour to Dilli Haat
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 Halfday Delhi Haat
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Dilli Haat , built on the lines of a traditional Indian weekly bazaar (market, also known as a haat ) offers a delightful array of craft, food and cultural activities. However,...
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Shimla Experience with Wildflower Hall
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...England feel. Existing in complete harmony with this colonial side of Shimla are some very old temples like the Jakhu Temple dedicated to the Hindu God, Hanuman. This eclectic mix...
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Spiritual and Cultural Tour to Konark (From Bhubaneshwar)
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 Bhubaneshwar - Fullday Konark
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...which symbolize the passage of time. The temple is positioned in such a way that the rays of the rising sun fall on the presiding deity. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the temple...
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Excursion to Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary(Ex-Agra)
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 Bharatpur Excursion - Ex Agra
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...birds that are present at the time. Bharatpur was once a semi-arid region which would only fill with water in the monsoon months and remain dry for the rest of the year. The Maharaja...
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Romantic Retreat - The Pataudi Palace
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 One Night Pataudi Palace - ex Delhi
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Spend a day in the tranquil environs of the Pataudi Palace, the home of the cricket legend, the Nawab of Pataudi which lies on the outskirts of Delhi, India’s capital. The...
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Wildlife and Nature Tour to Sariska
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 2 Nights Sariska - ex Delhi
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...cliffs and rocky areas. It is prime tiger country and home to a variety of wild animals like the tiger, leopard, sambhar, chital, nilgai, four-horned antelope and wild boar, making...
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Temple Tour to Halebid and Belur
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 Two nights Chikmangalur ex Blr
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...ago and embellished it with monuments and temples that continue to amaze and impress viewers. The temples’ fa
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Attractions of Jodhpur (Stay at Ajit Bhawan Palace)
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 Two nights Ajit Bhawan - Jodhpur
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...the largest in India. Inside the fort are magnificent palaces with beautiful paintings, a sprawling coronation courtyard, apartments that are now museums and a war tent captured...
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Ecotour to Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary (Ex-Delhi)
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 2 nights Bharatpur (ex Delhi)
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...birds that are present at the time. Bharatpur was once a semi-arid region which would only fill with water in the monsoon months and remain dry for the rest of the year. The Maharaja...
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Luxury Camps at Samode Bagh (Ex-Delhi)
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 1 Night Samode Bagh (ex.Delhi)
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Add a spark of luxury to your camping adventure at the Samode Bagh luxury camp in Rajasthan. Relive the splendour of a bygone era in the luxurious tents which have a unique Rajasthani and Victorian d
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Tour of Hill Town Shimla with stay at The Woodville Palace
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 3 nights Woodville Palace - Shimla
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...Sankat Mochan Temple and the Jakhoo Temple offer splendid views of the town and the surrounding hills. A leisurely stroll along the mall allows you feel the pulse of this charming...
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Cultural and Religious Tour to Pushkar and Ajmer (Ex-Jaipur)
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 2 nights Pushkar (ex jaipur)
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...in itself. In the middle of this noisy street lies the famous dargah which was built by the Mughal ruler Humayun. Pushkar is home to one of the very few temples dedicated to Brahma,...
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Darjeeling, Gangtok and Kalimpong Tour – North-East India
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 8 Nights Darj-Gangtok-Kalimpong
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...places in the north east, this town has dense forests, rolling meadows covered with wild flowers and a rich past.
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Luxury Camps at Samode Bagh (Ex-Jaipur)
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 1 Night Samode Bagh (ex.Jaipur)
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Club together royal luxury and pristine nature on your camping trip to Samode Bagh in Rajasthan. Relive the splendour of a bygone era in the luxurious tents which have a unique Rajasthani and Victorian d
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Bhubaneshwar City Tour
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 Bhubaneshwar - Halfday sightseeing
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...of the Vishwa Shanti Stupa and the pink translucence of the Mahavira Jain Temple in nearby Khandagiri, inspire feelings of wonder at their sheer beauty and their cross- cultural permutations.
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Nature and Scenic Tour – Bheemeshwari near Bangalore
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...site offers nature lovers many pleasures and opportunities to observe wild life.It is also famous for the great ‘Mahseer’ - the finest and the largest tropical sporting...
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River Rafting at Rishikesh (Ex-Delhi)
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 One night Rafting ex Delhi
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The white water river rafting capital of India is the stretch of the River Ganga from Shivpuri to Rishikesh.The river here has numerous rapids going on for about 36kms. Don't...
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Attractions Of Bhubaneshwar
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 Bhubaneshwar - Fullday sightseeing
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Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Bhubaneswar, the 'Cathedral City' was once the capital of an ancient kingdom. Today this bustling centre for commerce and religious activity is Orissa's...
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Religious Tour to Rishikesh (with Glasshouse on the Ganges)
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 3 nights Rishikesh (Glass house)
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A tour to Rishikesh, the land of spirituality which is dotted with temples and ashrams (place where the devout live and engage in spiritual activities) is a great place to relax...
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Four Day Ananda Wellness Bliss Package
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 3 nights Anandawellness bilss pkg
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...the physical and spiritual benefits of the form. Let the exotic Wild Rose Salt Glow leave you radiant. This comprehensive package will leave you rejuvenated and refreshed. Book now to avoid disappointment!
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Wildlife Tour to Bandhavgarh National Park (stay at Anant Van)
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 3 nights Bandhavgarh - Anant Van
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...stay at Anant Van, an eco-friendly resort that aims to restore the ecological balance and uses natural resources to the maximum. The accommodation is comfortable and will give you the chance to live in a place designed like a typical central Indian village home.
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Karnataka Sightseeing Tour – Nagarhole, Hassan and Mysore
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...the Rajiv Gandhi National Park at Nagarhole, a nature lover’s heaven as there is a plethora of fauna and wildlife just waiting to be discovered!
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Sightseeing in Cochin and Kathakali Performance (Stay at Taj Malabar)
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 2 N Cochin (Sightseing & Kathakali)Taj Malabar
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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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Sightseeing in Cochin and Kathakali Performance (Stay at Brunton Boatyard)
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 2 N Cochin(Sightseing & Kathakali)Brunton Boatyard
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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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Ranthambore National Park - The Oberoi Vanyavilas (Ex-Jaipur)
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 3 nights RANTHAMBORE (with Oberoi vilas)
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...is a part of the famous Project Tiger, a wildlife conservation project initiated in India in 1972 to protect the tigers. It strives to maintain a viable tiger population in their natural...
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Attractions of Calcutta including Indian Museum
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 Kolkata Fullday sightseeing
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Calcutta, the capital of the East Indian state of West Bengal is a historically and culturally rich city. Dominique Lapierre so memorably called it “The City of Joy”...
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Sightseeing Tour of Madras
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 HD Chennai Sightseeing
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Madras, now called Chennai, is the capital of Tamil Nadu and located on the south-eastern coast of South India. Popularly referred to as the ‘Gateway to South India’...
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6-Day Goa Beach Holiday (stay at Taj Exotica)
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 Five Nights Taj Exotica, Goa
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...an Old Portuguese quarter and bazaars (markets) where you can shop for souvenirs. Watch the sun set over the Arabian Sea as you sip on fresh coconut water and lounge on the white sand...
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6-Day Goa Beach Holiday (stay at Casa de Goa)
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 Five Nights Casa De Goa, Goa
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...shop for trinkets at the famous flea market in Anjuna beach and see the old Portugese quarter of Panjim. This tour is an excellent way to relax and unwind in a truly beautiful place.
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Goa Beach Holiday (stay at Holiday Inn)
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 Three Nights Holiday Inn, Goa
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Beautiful beaches, thrilling water activities, lilting local music and finger- licking good seafood make Goa one of the top holiday destinations in the world. Once a Portuguese settlement,...
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6-Day Goa Beach Holiday (stay at Holiday Inn)
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 Five Nights Holiday Inn, Goa
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...shop for trinkets at the famous flea market in Anjuna beach and see the old Portugese quarter of Panjim. This tour is an excellent way to relax and unwind in a truly beautiful place.
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Sightseeing Tour of Bombay
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 Half Day Mumbai
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The commercial capital of India and home to India’s booming film industry, Bombay pulsates with life as the sea of humanity that it is home to go about their daily chores....
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Nature Tour to the BR Hills Wildlife Sanctuary
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 Two nights BR Hills ex Bangalore
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...sea level, this hill stretches from the north to the south for about 16 kilometres. Within the hills lies the Biligirirangaswamy Sanctuary which is spread over an area of 540 square...
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Kovalam: Beach Holiday in Kerala (Stay at Uday Samudra/Surya Samudra)
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 03 Nights At Kovalam(Udaya Samudra Hotal)
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...known as the Lighthouse Beach, is the most popular of the three and is frequented by tourists. The other two beaches are Hawah beach and Samudra beach. Hawah beach has the distinction...
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Lunch at Umaid Bhawan Palace
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 LUNCH AT UMAID BHAWAN PALACE
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Get ready for a royal treat at the Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur. Set amidst 26 acres of lush gardens, this golden-yellow sandstone monument was constructed in the fashionable Art...
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Dhar and Mandu - Historical and Cultural Tour
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 2 Nights Mandu - ex Indore
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...Indian confrontations with the British. The rugged countryside, its many rushing streams and captivating views and turbulent history makes Dhar a place well worth the visit.
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Ranthambore National Park (From Delhi)
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 3 Nights Ranthambore (ex Delhi)
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A game spotting safari in the Ranthambore National Park, one of the most popular wildlife reserves in India is not to be missed on a trip to India. Nestled between the Vindhya and...
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Excursion to Agra: Taj Mahal and Agra Fort (Ex-Delhi)
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Explore the famous historical landmarks of India- the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. The Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan as the...
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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...
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...
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,...
...as a ‘living God’ by his followers. The chief attraction in Puttaparthy...
...which adds to its picturesque beauty. The city was built by Maharana Udai Singh...
...not all hustle and bustle and noise. Slender coconut palms, never-ending paddy fields,...
...is how the lake got its name. Today it is a picnic spot for the residents of Delhi...
...the ancient artefacts and trophies all speak volumes about the chivalry and glory...
...Jehan as the mausoleum for his favourite queen Mumtaz Mahal. Constructed entirely...
...abandoned because of lack of water. Built by Emperor Akbar using red sandstone and...
...great Buddhist Council was held and Nalanda where you can see the ruins of the university...
...time of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan and has a fortified gate at one end. The displays...
...The Oberoi Cecil heritage hotel where you will stay charms you with its luxury,...
...some of the most spectacular architecture and monuments, all steeped in rich history....
...also known as a haat ) offers a delightful array of craft, food and cultural activities....
...unfolds gradually with each turn that the train takes.The Neo-Gothic Christ Church...
...dedicated to Surya and conceived as the grand chariot of the Sun God. It has 24...
...Saras cranes, cormorants and kingfishers that inhabit this beautiful landscape....
...legend, the Nawab of Pataudi which lies on the outskirts of Delhi, India’s...
...forests, sheer cliffs and rocky areas. It is prime tiger country and home to a...
...region centuries ago and embellished it with monuments and temples that continue...
...fort is one of the largest in India. Inside the fort are magnificent palaces with...
...Saras cranes, cormorants and kingfishers that inhabit this beautiful landscape....
...in Rajasthan. Relive the splendour of a bygone era in the luxurious tents which...
...dining halls and a number of framed photographs of the important events held there....
...their own. A walk down one of the lively streets of Ajmer, where old-world horse...
...the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, recognised as a World Heritage Railway by the...
...in Rajasthan. Relive the splendour of a bygone era in the luxurious tents which have a unique Rajasthani and Victorian d
...that seem to be all around you. Bhubaneswar's skyline is dominated by some of the...
...in this paradise. Bheemeshwari lies south of the Tech city of Bangalore and on the...
...from Shivpuri to Rishikesh.The river here has numerous rapids going on for about...
...of an ancient kingdom. Today this bustling centre for commerce and religious activity...
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