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Welcome to the SOTC Holidays of India. We thank you for entrusting us for your holidays.
India is today a hotspot tourist destination for people around the world. An open museum of 32 lakh sq. Km., this land of distinct flavours is waiting to be explored by you. Its mesmerizing landscape; with its holy rivers, snow-capped Himalayas, endless desert and historic destinations, India provides an all-in-one experience. With every region having its own individuality a lifetime is never enough. Experience the beauty and unlock the mysteries of India with SOTCs Holidays of India. With an array of 18 incredible destinations and 21 holiday packages for you to choose from across India, Nepal and Bhutan, and that too at an unbelievable price of just ` 14,999; you will be spoilt for choice. Explore the splendor of the countryside, or go sailing on a boat, soak the sun on a lazy afternoon at the beach, experience dazzling snow-peaked mountains or take a desert / jungle safari. So many experiences and a whole lot of fun. We at SOTC always want to give you that something extra, to make your holiday even more special. Which is why, you can enjoy a variety of complimentary add-ons like a lunch/ dinner, AC vehicle upgrades etc. Whatever destination you choose, you will surely come back with beautiful memories to cherish for a lifetime. Happy Holidays
Contents
Wonders of Andaman & Nicobar ............................................................................ 4-5 Wonders of Bengal . ................................................................................................ 6-7 Wonders of Eastern Himalayas ................................................................................... 8 Wonders of Gujarat . ............................................................................................. 9-10 Wonder of Himachal ................................................................................................ 11 Wonders of Kashmir . ............................................................................................... 12 Wonders of Kerala . .................................................................................................. 13 Wonders of Karnataka .............................................................................................. 14 Wonders of Ladakh ................................................................................................... 15 Wonders of Madhya Pradesh (I) ................................................................................ 16 Wonders of Madhya Pradesh (II) .............................................................................. 17 Wonders of Nilgiri ..................................................................................................... 18 Wonders of Orrisa ............................................................................................... 19-20 Wonders of Punjab & Jammu ................................................................................... 21 Wonders of Rajasthan (I) .......................................................................................... 22 Wonders of Rajasthan (II) ......................................................................................... 23 Wonders of Rajasthan (III) ........................................................................................ 24 Wonders of Tamil Nadu ............................................................................................ 25 Wonders of Uttarakhand . ......................................................................................... 26 Wonders of Nepal ..................................................................................................... 27 Wonders of Bhutan ................................................................................................... 28 Package Pricing ........................................................................................................ 29 SOTC Holiday World Offices ................................................................................ 30-31
Havelock Beach 4
Day 5 Port Blair After 3 days of sun, sea and the historical visits, today will be a day to discover the city. Visit the Anthropological Museum. This is a tribal museum devoted to the tribes of Andaman. One of the interesting part of Andaman Island is that, like the cosmopolitan culture of the urban population, these tribes are also of different origin. In one hour trip you will witness a true human living in harmony with Nature. We will proceed further to another point. The Chattam Saw Mill (Is considered to be the oldest saw mill in Asia). Even through due to deforestation policy, the amount of timber sawed has reduced, but you could understand easily how it is done. On finishing this half day tour, lunch on own and rest for a while, go on to Carboyns Cove Beach. Overnight at hotel. Day 6 Depart Port Blair Transfer to airport. City Port Blair Havelock Port Blair No. of Nights 1 1 3 Hotels Sun Sea Resort / TSG Emerald View Symphony Palm / Silver Spring Sun Sea Resort / TSG Emerald View
Expect More Complimentary entry fees to light & sound show. Complimentary lunch during three Islands visit. Upgrade to an Air Conditioned vehicle at Port Blair. White Sand Beach - Andaman Validity: 01st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 10 Dec 2011 - 10 Jan 2012 5
Wonders of Bengal
5 Nights / 6 Days Kolkata Mayapur
Day 1 Kolkata Assistance at the airport / station on arrival and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel. Day 2 Kolkata Morning proceed for a sightseeing of Kolkata. Visit Jain Temple, set like a jewel amid miniature landscaped gardens, drive past BBD Bagh (Commercial Area) St. Johns Church, Raj Bhavan (the residence of the Governor of West Bengal), High Court, Legislative Assembly, Eden Gardens, Strand (River Side), Race Course. Visit the Victoria Memorial, (closed on Monday) an imposing marble edifice, the picturepostcard symbol of Kolkata. It stands serene and unmindful of the bustling commercial quarter nearby, a tribute to Queen Victoria. Inside are the memorabilia of the British Empire. Drive past Chowringhee, visit the Indian Museum.(closed on Mondays) which houses some priceless treasures of ancient civilizations and an excellent art gallery. Also visit Mother Teresa house. (Closed on Thursday).Overnight at hotel. Day 3 Kolkata - Mayapur (110 Kms / 3 Hours) Today you will drive to Mayapur. Mayapur is situated on the banks of the Hooghly near the confluence of the Hooghly and the Jalangi. It is one of the nine islands of Navadwip. Founded by Bakti Vinod Thakur, Mayapur was earlier known as Miyapur. It holds a special significance for followers of Gaudiya Vaishnavism since it is the birthplace of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and hence is an important religious center. Chaitanya Mahaprabhu was the one who started the Hare Krishna movement and taught the widespread mass chanting and singing of Hare Krishna. Being an important religious center, Mayapur has many temples dedicated to Vishnu and to other deities. The most important of all however is the beautiful Iskcon Temple also known as Sri Chaitanya Candrodaya Temple that attracts thousands of devotees and tourists from different parts of India and world. The temple has a statue of Lord Radha Krishna along with the eight gopis. It also houses an exhibition section, which depicts the life and work of Sri Chaitanya. The temples timings are from 7.30 am to 1 pm and from 4 pm to 8.30 pm. Another place of interest is Sri Chaitanya Math located one kilometer past Sri Chaitanyas birthplace. Murari Guptas House located behind the Sri Chaitanya Math near the bank of the Ballal Dighi is the place where deities of Rama, Sita and Hanuman were worshipped by Murari Gupta and his family. The Chand Kazis Samadhi is another main landmark in Mayapur. Chand Kazi was the Muslim magistrate of Navadwip, who with his men broke the mridanga of Srivash Pandit. He had opposed the sankirtana movement where people collectively chanted Hare Rama, Hare Krishna on the road, but he later became the disciple of Sri Chaitanya. The Jagannath Mandir is another place worth checking out in Mayapur. Overnight at hotel.
Day 4 Mayapur - Kolkata (110 Kms / 3 Hours) Early morning enjoy Aarti at temple. After breakfast, return to the temple for morning aarti and then proceed to Kolkata. Overnight at hotel. Day 5 Kolkata In the Morning, after breakfast, visit to Belur Math and Dakshineshwar Temple. Belur Math is the international headquarters of Ramakrishna Mission which is 16.5 km from Dakshineswar across the Ganga. It was founded in 1899 by Swami Vivekananda, the world famous yogi and disciple of Sri Ramakrishna Paramhansa. This International tourist attraction is located near Belur in Howrah district. Its sprawling prayer hall with a statue of Ramakrishna is remarkable. The Belur Math shrine represents a church, mosque and temple when viewed from different angles. Its peaceful and calm atmosphere is befitting the gravity of the place. Take a boat to cross the river and visit Dakshineswar Kali Temple. Dakshineswar Kali Temple - It is famous for its association - with Ramakrishna who achieved spiritual vision here. Rani Rashmoni built this temple in 1847. The 12- spired temple with its enormous courtyard is surrounded by 12 other temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is a world famous place of pilgrimage. The famous religious thinker Rama Krishna Paramhansa achieved his spiritual vision here and preached the unity of all religions. Afternoon vehicle at disposal for 04 hours 40 kms for shopping. Overnight at hotel. Day 6 Depart Kolkata Breakfast at the hotel and drive to airport / station in time for onward connection. City Kolkata Mayapur Kolkata No. of Nights 2 1 2 Hotels Crestwood Hotel / Flavors Inn Haveli Hotel Crestwood Hotel / Flavors Inn
Expect More Upgrade to an Air Conditioned Indigo vehicle. Universal Ramakrishna Math, Belur, Kolkata Validity: 01st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Dec 2011 - 10 Jan 2012 7
Expect More Complimentary dinner at Kalimpong. Upgrade to Tata Sumo starting from 02 Pax onwards for all transfers and sightseeing. Mount Kanchenjunga, Darjeeling 8 Validity: 01st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Dec 2011 - 10 Jan 2012
Wonders of Gujarat
5 Nights / 6 Days Kutch Mandavi Bhuj
Day 1 Bhuj - Rann of Kutch (70 Kms / 1-2 Hours) Arrive at Bhuj and transfer to Rann of Kutch. On arrival check-in at Resort. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at resort. Day 2 Kutch - Nalia Bustard Sanctuary Excursion (70kms / 1-2 Hours One Way) After breakfast, visit the Kutch Bustard Sanctuary which was set up in the year 1992 over a relatively slender area measuring about 2 square kilometers, in the throbbing grasslands belonging to the Abdusa Taluka, flourishing with avifaunistic and life-forms. The woods adjunct to the rural settlements of Jakau and Budia are gobbled up by the Kutch Bustard Sanctuary in order to provide sufficient space for the resident creatures to thrive. The Kutch Bustard Sanctuary provides a comfy domicile for the endangered species of The Great Indian Bustard. Return to hotel. Overnight at resort. Day 3 Kutch - Mandavi - Bhuj (140Kms / 5-6 Hours) After breakfast, transfer to Mandvi, located on the banks of the Rukmavati river, barely one km away from the Arabian Sea at the Gulf of Kutch. The town has a very pleasant climate throughout the year. The establishment of the town dates back to the late sixteenth century (1581 AD). Mandvi was originally a fortified town having a fort wall of about 8m high and 1.2m wide stone masonary. The fort had several gateways and 25 bastions, but at present, most of the wall has disappeared. The bastion on the southwest is largest and acts as a lighthouse.Visit Mandvi and walk around Mandvi beach. After visiting Mandvi continue to Bhuj. Arrive at Hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at hotel. Day 4 Bhuj - Banni Villages (90Kms / 2 Hours one Way) After breakfast visit Banni Villages to see local tribes and their textiles.Some of the important embriodery work are known as Rabari embroidery, Ahir embroidery, Bavalia embroidery or Kutchi Bharat, Sindhi embroidery, Aari work, Soof embroidery also known as Sodha Bharat, Mutva embroidery in Banni (Dhorodo village) is famous for Gotam stick or Sindhi Kadai. In Banni area the embroidery work is also done on leather shoes or Mojdi, purses bags, belts, wallets etc. Hodko village in Banni is famous for Meghwal embroidery and leather work. In the evening return back to Bhuj. Overnight at Hotel (ID Proof and 02 Photographs required).
Day 5 Bhuj After breakfast, proceed for the sightseeing of Bhuj covering Aina Mahal Palace, Cenotoph Complex and Kutch Museum. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at hotel. Day 6 Depart Bhuj Transfer to airport / railway station at Bhuj. City Kutch Bhuj No. of Nights 2 3 Hotels Infinity Resort Seven Sky
Expect More Upgrade to an Air Conditioned vehicle. Lunch at Mandavi Palace. 5000 year old temple of Lord Shankar, Kutch 10 Validity: 01st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Dec 2011 - 10 Jan 2012
Wonders of Himachal
5 Nights / 6 Days Nalagarh Manali Shimla
Day 1 Delhi - Nalagarh (248 Kms / 7 Hours) Arrive Delhi & Transfer by road to Nalagarh. Check-in at Hotel and Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at hotel. Day 2 Nalagarh - Manali (275 kms / 7-8 hrs) Today you will proceed by road to Manali a picture-perfect hill resort at an altitude of 1,929 metres. Set amidst pine-clad mountains, which gradually close in on both sides of the beas and nestling in their shade, as though carved out of primeval forest, is a scattered hamlet, which comprises this picturesque summer resort. Proceed to your hotel. Rest of the evening is at leisure. Overnight at the hotel. Day 3 Manali This morning you will visit the Solang Valley, which offers fine views of glaciers and snow, capped peaks. A place not to be missed is Rohtang Pass, 51 km from Manali at an altitude of 3978 meters (subject to weather conditions). Rest of the day is at leisure or take a stroll down the Mall road. Overnight at the hotel. Day 4 Manali - Shimla (260 kms / 7-8 hrs) Transfer by road to Shimla, former summer capital of British India & now a capital of Himachal Pradesh, set amidst the snow capped Shivalik mountain ranges offering some stunning views of the mighty Himalayas, proceed to your hotel and rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at the hotel. Day 5 Shimla This morning you will visit Kufri situated at an altitude of 2500 meters, just an hours drive from Shimla and a very popular ski resort during the winter months. Later this afternoon take a walking tour of Shimla. Visit the Jakoo hills which offers panoramic views of the Shimla town. Proceed to the Vice Regal lodge and later walk down the Mall Road. Overnight at the hotel. Day 6 Shimla - Delhi (343 Kms / 7-8 Hours) Transfer by road to Delhi. City Nalagarh Manali Shimla Expect More Upgrade to an Air Conditioned Indigo vehicle. Complimentary Dinner at Nalagarh. Mountain view, Manali Validity: 01st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Oct -10 Nov 2011 & 20 Dec 2011-10 Jan 2012 11 No. of Nights 1 2 2 Hotels Fort Nalagarh Manali Heights Marigold Resorts ( Mashobra )
Wonders of Kashmir
5 Nights / 6 Days Srinagar Gulmarg Pahalgam
Day 1 Srinagar Arrive Srinagar. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your House Boat. This evening, enjoy a Shikara ride on the picturesque Dal Lake and get mesmerized by the stunning beauty of snow clad mountain. Overnight at the House Boat. Day 2 Srinagar - Gulmarg - Srinagar (56 kms / 2 hrs one way) This morning proceed for a full day excursion to Gulmarg, a Meadow of Flowers situated at an altitude of 2730 meters. Full day at leisure to take the leisurely walks on the lush green Meadow of Flowers with a backdrop of the the snowcapped mountains. Overnight at the House Boat. Day 3 Srinagar - Pahalgam (94 kms / 3-4 hrs) Today you will be transferred by road to Pahalgam, the valley of shepherds - situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake and the Lidder river, situated at 2,130m. Arrive and proceed to your hotel, rest of the day is at leisure to explore the countryside on your own. Overnight at the hotel. Day 4 Pahalgam - Srinagar (94 Kms / 3-4 Hours) Today after leisurly brerakfast and at your leisure you will be transferred back to Srinagar. Rest of the day is at leisure and individual activities. Overnight at the hotel. Day 5 Srinagar Today morning after breakfast, visit the Mughal Gardens - Shalimar Garden, Chashmeshai and Nishant Gardens. Later visit the Shankracharya Temple. Rest of the day is at leisure and individual activities. Overnight at the hotel. Day 6 Depart Srinagar Transfer to airport for your onward flight back home. City Srinagar Pahalgam Srinagar No. of Nights 2 1 2 Hotels Delux House Boat Hotel Baisaran Zabarvan / Shehanshah Palace
Expect More Complimentary dinner at House Boat on one of the night. Boat in Lake, Kashmir 12 Validity: 01st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Dec 2011-10 Jan 2012
Wonders of Kerala
5 Nights / 6 Days Munnar Thekkady Allepy Cochin
Day 1 Cochin Arrive Cochin, the commercial capital and the most cosmopolitan city of Kerala, Cochin along with its mainland part, Ernakulam, is also known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea. This afternoon you will visit the Jewish Synagogue, the Dutch Palace, the Chinese fishing nets. Overnight at hotel. Day 2 Cochin - Munnar (130 kms / 4-5 hrs) Arrive Cochin. Transfer to Munnar, one of the most popular hill stations in Southern India known for its sprawling tea gardens. After check-in, you will proceed on a sightseeing tour of the picturesque Mattupetty Dam, where you will have an opportunity to go boating and then continue your tour to Echo point. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at the hotel. Day 3 Munnar - Thekkady (120 kms / 3-4 hrs) Transfer to Thekkady. Set in the heart of the Cardamom hills is the Periyar National Park, offers a rare opportunity to enjoy South Indias wildlife. Enjoy an optional boat safari ( on own) on Periyar lake to view the varied wildlife to view the varied wildlife of the region. Day 4 Thekkady - Allepy (130 kms / 3-4 hrs) Today you will be transferred by road to Allepy, situated on the backwaters, this small water world is an unbelievably beautiful paradise of mangrove forests, emerald green paddy fields and coconut groves interspersed with enchanting waterways, en-route you will stop to see the spice plantations. Overnight at hotel. Day 5 Allepy Today enjoy the beauty of Allepy. Relax and overnight at hotel. Day 6 Allepy / Cochin (110 Kms / 3 Hours) Transfer from your hotel to airport / railway station. City Cochin Munnar Thekkady Allepy No. of Nights 1 1 1 2 Hotels Abad Plaza Abad Copper Castle Sterlinge Resort Panoramic Sea Resort
Expect More Upgrade to an Air Conditioned vehicle. Complimentary dinner at Thekkady. Tea Estate, Munnar Validity: 01st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Oct - 10 Nov 2011 & 20 Dec 2011-10 Jan 2012 13
Wonders of Karnataka
5 Nights / 6 Days Bangalore Mysore Ooty
Day 1 Bangalore Arrive and transfer to your hotel. This afternoon you visit the Lal Baugh Botanical Gardens, the 16th century Bull Temple and drive past the Vidhan Saudha. Overnight at hotel. Day 2 Bangalore - Mysore (160 kms / 6-7 hrs) Transfer by road to Mysore, enroute you visit the Shravanbelagola, home to the massive 18m monolithic Gomateshwara (or Bahubali) statue. Overnight at hotel. Day 3 Mysore This morning visit the Mysore Palace known for its veritable treasure trove of exquisite carvings and works of art from world over, the Chamundi Hills for a panoramic view of Mysore city and the Rajendra Art Gallery which houses some remarkable selections of paintings by Raja Ravi Verma. The evening is at leisure for shopping some of Mysores famous silks & fabrics. Overnight at hotel. Day 4 Mysore - Ooty (158 kms / 4-5 hrs) Transfer by road to Ooty, The Queen of Hill Stations. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this picturesque hill station. Overnight at hotel. Day 5 Ooty This morning you visit the Doddabetta Peak, the highest peak in the Nilgiri mountains, the beautifully landscaped Botanical Gardens and the scenic Ooty lake where you may enjoy an optional boat ride. Overnight at hotel. Day 6 Depart Ooty Transfer to airport / railway station at Coimbatore ( 90 kms / 2 hrs) or Bangalore ( 290 kms / 7 hrs). City Bangalore Mysore Ooty No. of Nights 1 2 2 Hotels The Monarch Hotel Panoramic United 21 Sterling Fern Hill Ooty
Expect More Upgrade to an Air Conditioned vehicle. Mysore Palace, Mysore 14 Validity: 01st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Dec 2011 - 10 Jan 2012
Wonders of Ladakh
5 Nights / 6 Days Leh Uleytopko
Day 1 Leh Arrive Leh, situated in the Indus valley covered with stark awe inspiring mountains and the cold desert beyond. Transfer to hotel and rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at the hotel. Day 2 Leh Today you will proceed for a full day visit of the Shey Palace, Thiksey & Hemis Monastery & Stok Palace Museum. Rest of the evening is at leisure. Overnight at the hotel. Day 3 Leh This day is at leisure to explore local markets on your own. Overnight at the hotel. Day 4 Leh - Uleytopko (70 kms / 2-3 hrs) Today you will be driven to Uleytopko. Arrive and proceed to your camp. Rest of the day is at leisure to go on small treks around the Uleytopko. Overnight at the camp. Day 5 Uleytopko - Leh Today you will be transferred back to Leh by road. Rest of the day is at leisure for shopping & own activities. Overnight at the hotel. Day 6 Depart Leh Transfer to airport. City Leh Uleytopko Note: 1st Nov onwards Uleyyopko Resort is closed for operational reasons. We shall cover the place as excursion. Visit Ex Leh with night stay at Leh. No. of Nights 4 1 Hotels Lotus Hotel Uleytopko Ethnic Camp
Expect More Complimentary lunch & dinner on all 5 days. Mountain range, Leh, Ladakh Validity: 01st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Dec 2011 - 10 Jan 2012 15
Expect More Upgrade to an Air Conditioned vehicle. Temple in Khajuraho 16 Validity: 01st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Oct - 05 Nov 2011 & 20 Dec 2011 - 10 Jan 2012
Expect More Upgrade to an Air Conditioned vehicle. Tiger at Kanha National Park Validity: 01st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Oct - 05 Nov 2011 & 20 Dec 2011 - 10 Jan 2012 17
Wonders of Nilgiris
5 Nights / 6 Days Ooty Kodaikanal
Day 1 Coimbatore - Ooty (90 kms / 2-3 hrs) Arrive Coimbatore. Transfer by road to Ooty. With its beautiful gardens, wooden rolling hills, pine and eucalyptus forests and cool climate has earned the name, The Queen of Hill Stations. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at hotel. Day 2 Ooty Today you will visit Botanical Gardens, known for its exotic plants and colourfully laid out ornamental gardens, the Doddabetta Peak the highest point in the Nilgiri Mountains. Enjoy an optional boat ride on the beautiful Ooty Lake. Overnight at hotel. Day 3 Ooty This day is at leisure or take an optional full day excursion to Coonoor to visit the tea gardens and tea factory. Overnight at hotel. Day 4 Ooty - Kodaikanal (264 kms / 7-8 hrs) This morning you proceed to Kodaikanal, a charming hill station amidst beauty on the southern crest of the upper Palani Hills. Overnight at hotel. Day 5 Kodaikanal Today you will visit the Shenbaganur Museum which houses one of the best orchid collections in India, the Coakers Walk on the steep southern face of the Kodai Ridge with its Telescope House and the picturesque Kodai Lake. Overnight at hotel. Day 6 Depart Kodaikanal (170 Kms / 4-5 Hours) Today you will be transferred to Coimbatore (170 kms/4-5 hrs) airport / railway station. City Ooty Kodaikanal No. of Nights 3 2 Hotels Sterling Fernhill Ooty Sterling Lake View Kodai
Expect More Upgrade to an Air Conditioned vehicle. Tea Garden, Nilgiri Hills 18 Validity: 01st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Dec 2011 - 10 Jan 2012
Wonders of Orissa
5 Nights / 6 Days Bhubaneswar Konark Puri
Day 1 Bhubaneswar Arrive Bhubaneswar, the Capital city of the modern State and the ancient kingdom of Kalinga. You will be met upon arrival & transferred to your hotel. This afternoon you will proceed for the city sightseeing tour of Bhubaneswar. Visit Lingaraj Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva built in the 11th century, proceed to Mukteswara temple built in the 10th century known for its sculpted tales from the Panchatantra carved on it, the temple is a magnificent example of Orissan architecture. Continue to the Rajarani temple. Rest of the evening is at leisure for individual activities. Overnight at the hotel. Day 2 Bhubaneswar This morning you will visit Nandankanan Bilogical Park, 20 kms from Bhubaneswar, established in 1960. The park houses the very first captive gharial breeding centre of the country. The zoo at Nandakanan is world-renowned for its white tigers, enjoy an optional aerial ropeway and cable car on own. Overnight at the hotel. Day 3 Bhuvaneswar - Dhauli - Pipli - Konarak - Puri (70 kms / 3-4 hrs) Today you will proceed to Puri, enroute you will visit, Dhauli - The battleground of Kalinga war during 3rd century BC, which transformed Emperor Ashoka into Dharmashoka. Later you will visit Konarak- world heritage site - The temple chariot of the Sun God on the sands of Bay of Bengal is a 13th century architectural marvel. It is designed as a celestial chariot of The Sun God, complete with twelve pairs of wheel and seven horses. This legendary temple has sculptures of great beauty covering all aspects of life. It is most famous for its erotic art. Later drive to Puri and proceed to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Day 4 Puri This morning you will visit Puri-the city by the sea - is a major pilgrim center in India, founded by Adi Shankara and is one of the peethas here. Puri is also famous for its Golden beach ideal for swimming and surfing. But the fame of Puri emanates most from the Jagannath Temple, which contributed the word Jurrernaut to the English language. The 12th century temple is known for its annual Car Festival. This afternoon you visit Raghurajpur pattachitra painting village. Raghurajpur is a half hour drive from Puri. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5 Puri - Chilka Lake - Puri This morning you will proceed on a full day excursion to visit the famous Chilka lake - the largest brackish water lake in the country spreading over 1200 sqkms and famous for its migratory birds and irawadi dolphins. It attracts a large number of migratory birds, like the flamingo, teal, bar headed goose, shoveller and white - bellied sea eagle. For bird-lovers, Chilika is best visited in winter when the migratory populations wing in from places as far as Siberia. Evening is at leisure for shopping and individual activities. Overnight at the hotel. Day 6 Puri - Bhubaneswar (60 kms / 1-2 hrs) Today you will be transferred to airport / railway station for your onward journey. City Bhubaneswar Puri No. of Nights 2 3 Hotels Vits Chariot Resort / Sterling Resort
Expect More Upgrade to an Air Conditioned Indigo vehicle. Jagannath Temple, Puri 20 Validity: 1st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Dec 2011 - 10 Jan 2012
Expect More Upgrade to an Air Conditioned vehicle. Golden Temple, Amritsar Validity: 10 th Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Dec 2011 - 10 Jan 2012 21
Expect More Upgrade to an Air Conditioned Indigo vehicle. Hawa Mahal, Jaipur 22 Validity: 01st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Oct 10 Nov 2011 & 20 Dec 2011 - 10 Jan 2012
Expect More Upgrade to an Air Conditioned Indigo vehicle. Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur Validity: 01st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Oct - 10 Nov 2011 & 20 Dec 2011 - 10 Jan 2012 23
Expect More Upgrade to an Air Conditioned Indigo vehicle. Camel ride at Jaiselmer. Dinner at Sam Desert. Sand Dunes, Thar Desert, Jaisalmer 24 Validity: 01st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Oct - 10 Nov 2011 & 20 Dec 2011 - 10 Jan 2012
Expect More Upgrade to an Air Conditioned vehicle. Seashore Temple, Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu Validity: 01st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Dec 2011 - 10 Jan 2012 25
Wonders of Uttarakhand
5 Nights / 6 Days Nainital Almora / Kausani Corbett
Day 1 Delhi - Nainital (300 kms / 7-8 hrs) Arrive Delhi. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred by road to Nainital, a glittering jewel in the Himalayan necklace blessed with scenic natural splendors. Arrive and proceed to your hotel and rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at the hotel. Day 2 Nainital In the morning, you will visit the various picturesque Tals (Lakes) and Naini peak, the highest point in Nainital. Later, walk around the Naini lake, enjoy an optional boat ride on the picturesque Naini lake or enjoy an optional cable car ride offering a breathtaking view of Nainital town. Overnight at the hotel. Day 3 Nainital - Almora (65 kms / 2-3 hrs) or Kausani (95 Kms / 3-4 Hours) Today you will be transferred to Almora or Kausani, the most picturesque hill stations of Uttaranchal. Rest of the day is at leisure to explore this beautiful hill town on your own. Overnight at the hotel. Day 4 Almora or Kausani This day is at leisure to explore and to simply relax in your mountain resort. Overnight at the hotel. Day 5 Almora - Corbett National Park (140 kms / 3-4 hrs) OR Kausani - Corbett National Park (175 Kms / 5-6 Hours) Early this morning you will proceed to Corbett National Park by road. Rest of the evening is at leisure. Overnight at the hotel. Day 6 Corbett National Park - Delhi (270 kms / 6-7 hrs) Transfer by road to Delhi. Arrive and proceed to airport / railway station. City Nainital Almora OR Kausani Corbett No. of Nights 2 2 1 Hotels Naini Retreat Kasar Jungle OR Sun n Snow River View / Aranya Nivas
Expect More Upgrade to an Air Conditioned Indigo vehicle. Complimentary dinner at Corbett. Validity: 01st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Oct - 10 Nov 2011 & 20 Dec 2011 10 Jan 2012 & 01-05 March 2012
Wonders of Nepal
5 Nights / 6 Days Kathmandu Pokhara
Day 1 Kathmandu Upon arrival at Kathmandu, check-in at the hotel & relax. The day is at leisure to explore the local markets on your own. Overnight at hotel. Day 2 Kathmandu This morning you will visit the Pashupatinath and Boudhnath Temples. Pashupatinath is one of the most sacred Hindu temples in Nepal. Boudhnath is possibly the worlds largest Buddhist stupa and a site of great veneration for the Buddhists. This afternoon go on a city tour of Kathmandu visiting the Darbar Square & Swayambhunath which is said to be over 2,000 years old and one of the worlds most fabulous Buddhist stupas which offers panoramic views of Kathmandu city. Overnight at hotel. Day 3 Kathmandu - Pokhara Drive to Pokhara. Pokhara is situated in the Valley of the Seti River and commands one of the most spectacular views of the mountains in Nepal. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this picturesque Himalayan town on your own. Overnight at hotel. Day 4 Pokhara Early morning excursion trip to Sarankot to view the sunrise over the Himalayas. Later sightseeing to Bindebashini Temple, Gupteshwor Cave & Davis. Rest of the day is at leisure for shopping and personal activities. Overnight at hotel. Day 5 Pokhara - Kathmandu Drive back to Kathmandu. On arrival you will be transferred to your hotel with the rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at hotel. Day 6 Depart Kathmandu Transfer to airport. City Kathmandu Pokhara Kathmandu Note Extra adult is charged equivalent to full paying adult. Children are considered between 0510 years only. No. of Nights 2 2 1 Hotels Vaishali / Mountain Kantipur Vaishali / Mountain
Expect More Complimentary 1 hour boating experience at Phewa Lake, Pokhara. Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu Validity: 01st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Dec 2011 - 10 Jan 2012 27
Wonders of Bhutan
5 Nights / 6 Day Thimpu Paro
Day 1 Paro Arrive Paro International airport from New Delhi / Kolkata / Bagdogra and transfer to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. Half day sightseeing in the afternoon. Visit BBS tower, Takin Zoo, National Library Tashi Cho Dzong (open after office hour 5pm) and evening is at leisure. Overnight at hotel. Day 2 Thimpu After breakfast, visit the Handicraft Emporium, Bhutanese traditional paper factory, National Memorial Chorten, Buddha statue, Centenary Farmers Market (open during weekends Friday - Sunday) and Centenary Park located very close to river. In the afternoon, visit the city and explore. Overnight at Thimpu. Day 3 Thimpu After breakfast, drive to Dochula Pass and stop at Druk Wangyal Chorten. From here you could have a panoramic view of the Himalayan mountain range when the weather is clear. Afternoon return to Thimphu and visit the city for shopping or is at leisure. Overnight at Thimpu. Day 4 Thimpu - Paro (60 Kms / 2 Hours) After breakfast, drive to Paro and on the way visit Paro Dzong located on the rocky outcrop of the steep hillside overlooking both sides of the valley. Drive back to the town. After noon relax in the hotel or at your leisure. Overnight at Paro. Day 5 Paro After breakfast, visit the old ruins of Drukgyel Dzong. On the way back, drive till the base of the world famous Tigers Nest, clings to a sheer, 900m above the ground which is the most popular spiritual heritage sites. There is a belief that the legend Padma Sambhava flew here from Tibet on the back of a tiger. On the way back visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutans two oldest and most sacred monasteries dating from the introduction of Buddhism in the 7th century. Visit the town for shopping. Overnight at Paro. Day 6 Depart Paro After breakfast, depart to Paro airport. City Thimpu Paro No. of Nights 3 2 Hotels Peaceful Resort Ugyen Phendeyling Resort
Validity: 01st Oct 2011 - 31st March 2012 EXCEPT 20 Dec 2011 - 10 Jan 2012
5 Nights accommodation at mentioned hotels or similar in standard twin rooms. Daily buffet / fixed Menu breakfast. Non air-conditioned car for sightseeing and excursions as per our brochure itinerary Vehicle will be provided point to point and not at disposal.
Cost Excludes Air fare / train fare. Any meals other than those specified in Cost Includes. Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc. Any other item not specified in Cost Includes. 2.58% Government service tax. Guide & entrance fees during sightseeing. High season / festive season supplements applied by hotels from time to time.
Terms & Conditions All Prices are in Indian Rupees. All tours are subject to terms and conditions mentioned on the booking form in our brochure. Tour prices are valid for Indian Nationals & Foreigners holding Indian Resident Permit. Note: All distance featured are approximate.
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EAST
BILASPUR: Shop No. 103, Jain Plaza, CMD College Square, Bilaspur - 495 001, (Chhattisgarh) Tel (07752) 401591 BHILAI: 13, Civic Centre, Bhilai - 490006, (Chhattisgarh) Tel (0788) 4050496 BHUBNESHWAR: 72, Bapuji Nagar, Near Venuss Inn Hotel, Bhubaneswar - 751009, (Orrisa) Tel (0674) 2597901 DHANBAD: 304, 3rd floor, New Market, Bank More, Dhanbad - 826001, (Jharkhand) Tel (0326) 230 7897, 230 5253 DULIAJAN: Oil Market, Plot no 26, Dhuliyajan 786602, (Assam) Tel - 0374- 2800705
SOUTH
BANGALORE: Maliks Embassy #9, Union Street, Off Infantry Road, Bangalore - 560001, (Karnataka) Tel (080) 66284444 / 66284450 185/7, 8 F main Chandra Plaza, 25th Cross, 3rd Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore-560011, (Karnataka) Tel (080) 41724445 / 6 / 41724481
Triveni Towers, H.No: 154, Road No:1, KPHB, Hyderabad 500072, (Andhra Pradesh) Tel (040) 23153467 KANNUR: 3rd Floor, J R Complex, Opp. Koyili Hospital, Talap Kannur - 670 004, (Kerala) Tel (0497) 2707700 MADURAI: Yogesh complex, No. 2, Byepass Road, Opp. Sony World, Madurai-625016, (Tamil Nadu) Tel (0452) 3241313 MANGALORE: Ground Floor, Souza Arcade Nr. Jyoti Circle Balmatta Road, Mangalore 575001, (Karnataka) Tel (0824) 4244913 / 4 / 5 MYSORE: 151 / B, Ramavilas Road Cross, Mysore -570024, (Karnataka) Tel (0821) 4263366 PONDICHERRY: N0. 57 Montersier street, (443 MG ROAD) Pondicherry 605001, (Tamil Nadu) Tel (0413) 2222047/2222037 SALEM: No. 80, KPR Complex Cherry Road, Salem 636007, (Tamil Nadu) Tel 0427-4030300 SECUNDERABAD: Shop No.19, Ground Floor, Jade Arcade G Road, Secunderabad - 500003, (Andhra Pradesh) Tel (040) 66499999 TANJORE: No.108, Opp Bishop House, Ave Marie Bldg, TrichyRoad, Thanjavur-613007, (Tamil Nadu) Tel (04362) 270813 TRICHY: 10 B, Ist floor, Jerome Building, Ford Station Road, Trichy - 600002, (Tamil Nadu) Tel (0431) 4012997 TRIVENDRUM: 3rd Floor, Kailas Plaza Pattam Jn. M G Road Trivandrum - 695004, (Kerala) Tel (0471) 6456199 / 88
VELLORE: 19, Beri Bakkali Street, Vellore - 632004, (Tamil Nadu) Tel (0416) 4500405 VISHAKAPATNAM: Door No 28-2-55, 1st floor, Besides Lawrence & Mayo optical Showroom, Jagadamba Junction. Vishakapatnam - 530028, (Andhra Pradesh) Tel (0891) 6666656 VIJAYAWADA: SOTC Dr. No 39-1-17, 1st Floor, Opp Taj Gateway Hotel , Labbipet, Vijayawada-520010, Andhra Pradesh Tel (0866) 6466515 / 6464515
GANDHIDHAM: Shop No. 1, 1st Floor, KAMLESH COMPLEX, Plot No. 294 / 12B, Opp. Muncipal Market, Gandhidham - 370201 District Kachchh, (Gujarat) Tel (02836) 313344 INDORE: 205-206 Orbit Mall, Sch. No 54 , A B Road Indore - 452010, (M.P.) Tel (0731) 3919111 / 08817132847 JABALPUR: Bharat Sevashram Sangh, Beside Johri Hospital, Near Wright Town Stadium, Jabalpur - 482001 (MP) Tel (0761) 4036869 JAMNAGAR: Next to ICICI Bank, solarium Road Pandit Nehru marg, Jamnagar - 361008, (Gujarat) Tel (0288) 2553887 KOLHAPUR: 329/K, 1/A, KOMAL SHREE Opp. Dabholkar Memorial Hospital New Shahupuri, Kolhapur - 416001. (Maharashtra) Tel (0231) 2669055 MEHSANA: 14/F, Shree Sidhdhivinayak Complex T B Road Mehsana - 384002, (Gujarat) Tel (02762) 323707 MUMBAI: Vaswani Mansion, 120, Dinshaw Vaccha Road, Opp KC College, Churchgate, Mumbai - 400020, (Maharashtra) Tel (022) 66188036 / 35 121, Vidya Bhuvan, Keluskar Marg, Opp Sena Bhavan, Shivaji park, Dadar(West), Mumbai, (Maharashtra) Tel (022) 24469032 /33 /34 /35 Shop No. 4, Prestige Precinct, Near Nitin Casting Compound, Opp. TMC, Almeida Road, Panchpakhadi, Thane (W), Mumbai, (Maharashtra) Tel (022) 41014403 / 41014444 Shop no. G63, Kohinoor City Mall, Kirol Road,Opp L.B.S. Road, Vidhyavihar (West), Land mark old premier company, Mumbai - 400 070, (Maharashtra) Tel (022) 25044555 / 999
Shop No 6, Balaji Paradise, Opp Tejaswini MSEB Office, Santoshi Mata Road, Kalyan (W) - 421301, (Maharashtra) Tel (0251) 2301035 / 2301066, 9833667188 SOTC, Shop no. 9, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Marg, Parel (East), Mumbai - 400012, (Maharashtra) Tel (022) 3225 5474 - 77/2410 1572 - 75 3, Lachhmi Building, 493, Linking Road, Opp. KFC, Bandra (West), Mumbai, (Maharashtra) Tel (022) 2600 5111/2600 5113/14 Ground Floor, 17, Morya Estate, Opp. Infinity Mall, New Link Road, Andheri (West), Mumbai - 400053 Tel (022) 40315533 / 40315577 Shop No 12, 1st Floor, Raghuleela Mall, Behind Poinsor Bus Depot, Kandivali (West), Mumbai - 400067, (Maharashtra) Tel (022) 28091601 / 02 / 03 / 04 130/131, Raghuleela Mall, 2nd Floor, Opp Vashi Rly Station, Navi Mumbai, (Maharashtra) Tel (022) 41012222, 65260881/82 Sai Sawar C.H.S, Shop no-20, Plot no-20, Sec-02, Near Little World Mall, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai - 410210, (Maharashtra) Tel (022) 27741551, 65260088, 65230088 NAGPUR: Abhyankar Road, Besides Haldiram FOOD PLANET, Sitabuldi, Nagpur 440012, (Maharashtra) Tel (0712) 6456111 / 444 NASIK: Rachit Estate, Kalpana CHS, Shop no. 3, Plot no. 23, College road, Nashik 422005, (Maharashtra) Tel (0253) 3910803 / 4 NAVSARI: 1/2 U Radha Krishna Mandir Shopping Center, JN Marg , Opp Dudia Talav Shopping Center, Navsari - 396445, (Gujarat). Tel (02637) 281051
PANJI: S-4, landscape Excelsior, Ground floor, Campal Panaji - 403 001, (Goa) Tel (0832) 3232555/2426627 PUNE: 103/104/105, 1st Floor, City Point, Dhole Patil Road, Pune 411001, (Maharashtra) Tel (020) 66241950 / 51 Prestige Plaza, Bldg No.1, Shop No.18, Opp Formica & Bajaj Company, MumbaiPune Road, Akurdi, Pune - 411035, (Maharashtra) Tel (020) 66125999 Shop No. 36, Westend Riverview Plaza, S.M. 169/1, New D.P.Road, Aundh, Pune - 411007, (Maharashtra) Tel (020) 65004500 Office no. 102 & 103 , Millenium Plaza, Opp Fergusson college Gate, FC road, Shivaji Nagar, Pune 411004, (Maharashtra) Tel (020) 66203050 107, Parmar Park, Shivarkar Road. Wanowrie, Pune 411040, (Maharashtra) Tel (020) 41203653 RAJKOT: Shop no. 11/12, Mahalaxsmi Complex Ground Floor Kalawad Road Opp St. Mary School Rajkot 360002. (Gujarat) Tel (0281) 6455101 SURAT: F3/4, 02nd Floor, Jollys Square, Ramchok, Ghoddod Road, Surat 395001, (Gujarat) Tel (0261) 3075778 VAPI: 9, Sahara Market, 1st Floor, Near Reliance Petrol Pump, Silvassa Road, Vapi 396191, (Gujarat) Tel (0260) 3207157 VADODRA: Piccadilly Upper level 7, Opp. M-cube Mall & Anand Rathi, Jetalpur Road. Vadodara 390 007, (Gujarat) Tel (0265) 663 4564
WEST
ANAND: Travel House, Basement B, Near Swayambar Party Plot, Anand 388001, (Gujarat) Tel (02692) 245503 AHMEDABAD: Hamlai House, 1st Floor, 31 Shrimali Society, Opp. Navrangpura Police Station, Ahmedabad - 380 009, (Gujarat) Tel (079) 30071847 107 (F-5), Dev Darshan Complex, Jay Hind High School Cross Road, Maninagar, Ahmedabad - 380 008, (Gujarat) Tel (079) 6553 0912 403, Maurya Atira, Near Shraddha Petrol Pump, B/H Kasturi Tower, Bodakdev, Satellite, Ahmedabad-380015, (Gujarat) Tel (079) 6525 2233 / 44 BHARUCH: B/8 C.R. Chambers, Opp Hotel Maharaja College Road, Bharuch 392002, (Gujarat) Tel (02642) 245432 BHAVNAGAR: Surat House, Waghawadi Road, Bhavnagar 364001. (Gujarat) Tel 0278 - 6453810 BHOPAL: SF-03 II Floor, Metro Plaza, Bittan Market, Arera Colony, Bhopal. (M.P) Tel (0755) 4222485 / 3914485
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