Thursday, 28 November 2013

Beijing/Shanghai-Xitang Water Town 7days Tour (By high speed train)



Day 1  India/Beijing  – by Int’l flight
Fly to China, arrive at Beijing Capital Int’l Airport, airport pick up with our English-speaking airport representative, only transfer to hotel and take a rest. Free on your own at the rest of the day.
Opton: Acrobatic show
No meal

Day 2   Beijing
Breakfast at hotel,
1000a.m.  Departure from Hotel, start City tour.
visit the Summer Palace, the largest and best preserved of all the imperial palace gardens, and boasts such delights as the “Marble Boat” and the ornately painted” Long Corridor”. Pearl shop.
Visit to the world famous Tian'anmen Square the biggest square in the world that lies in the center of the city.
Visit the Forbidden City from which the Emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties governed for over 500 years.
Option: Hutong tour, which is also called Rickshaw Tour.
Visit Houhai, is a lake and its surrounding district in central Beijing, one of the three parts of Shichahai. In recent years it has become famous for nightlife because it is home to many popular restaurants, bars, and cafes.The area is especially popular with foreign tourists visiting Beijing, but is also often visited by the expatriate community and younger locals.
Option: Kongfu show in the evening.
2030p.m.  Transfer to Indian restaurant for dinner and then return back hotel.
Breakfast + Indian Dinner

Day 3  Beijing
Breakfast at hotel,
0900a.m.  Departure from Hotel, start City tour.
Visit the fabled Great Wall-Juyong Pass, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a massive defensive structure built to keep off intrusion.
Visit a Longdi Jade shop where we will learn about Chinese jade culture.
Afternoon proceed to see the Bird’s Nest (Olympic National Stadium outside) and the Water Cube (Outside).
Yaxiu market shopping at leisure
Indian dinner
Breakfast+ Chinese Lunch in Great Wall+ Indian dinner

Day 4  Beijing/Shanghai  by high speed train 2nd class
Packed breakfast at hotel, transfer to railway station to take high speed train to Shanghai. Arrive Shanghai, meet our representative at railway station, transfer to hotel.
1200am depart for visiting the Jade Buddha Temple, the current temple draws from both the Pure Land and Chan traditions of Mahayana Buddhism. Visit Silk shop.
Option: Shanghai Madame Tussauds wax museum
Roaming in Riverside Promenade
Qipu road shopping
2000p.m.  Transfer to Indian restaurant for dinner and then return back hotel.
Breakfast+ Indian dinner

Day5    Shanghai
Breakfast at hotel,
1000am visit the Shanghai Museum which is the largest museum of ancient Chinese art in Shanghai.
Visit the People Square and Nanjing Road for shopping, then go to the silk shop, Crystal shop.
Visit the lovely old Yuyuan Garden-outside look nine zig zag bridge with golden fish pond, bridges and pavilions.
Step onto Yu Market (Old City God's Temple), which is a major yet relatively inactive, Taoist temple in Shanghai.
Visit the Oriental Pearl TV tower 2nd level
Option program: Huangpu River Cruise
2000pm  Transfer to Indian restaurant for dinner and then return back hotel.
Breakfast + Indian dinner

Day 6   Shanghai
Departure from Hotel, transfer to Xitang on time.
Xitang is level, densely distributed with rivers and has a very quiet natural environment. There are many well-preserved architectural groups constructed during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Xitang is a water town crisscrossed by nine rivers. The town stretches across eight sections, linked by old-fashioned stone bridges. In the older parts of town, the buildings are set along the banks of the canals, which serve as the main transportation thoroughfares in the area. Xitang also contains numerous antique residences and temples, such as the Temple of the Seven Masters. The town keeps a tranquil ambience and scenic beauty, making it a very popular tourist attraction. Through a bird's-eye view of the whole town, green waves ripple everywhere and every family resides near water. We will also take boat ride to enjoy the beautiful scenery there.
1800p.m. Back to Shanghai.
2000p.m. Chinese Vegetarian dinner at local restaurant
Visit Xintiandi, is an affluent car-free shopping, eating and entertainment district of Shanghai, China. It is composed of an area of reconstituted traditional shikumen ("stone gate") houses on narrow alleys, some adjoining houses which now serve as book stores, cafes and restaurants, and shopping malls. Most of the cafes and restaurants feature both indoor and outdoor seatings. Xintiandi has an active nightlife on weekdays as well as weekends, though romantic settings are more common than loud music and dance places. It is considered one of the first lifestyle centers in China. Xintiandi is the location of the site of the first congress of and the Communist Party of China, now preserved at the Museum of the First National Congress of the Chinese Communist Party.
2230p.m. Back to Hotel
Breakfast + Chinese Vegetarian dinner in Shanghai

Day 7  Shanghai/India     – by Int’l flight
Breakfast at hotel, only transfer to airport to get Int’l flight.
Option: Maglev Train on the way to Pudong Airport.

Breakfast

PACKAGE ON Kerala Munnar Thekkady Kovallam 7 Nights and 8 Days


AUTHENTIC EGYPT 6 Nights and 7 Days Package



Day 01:               Arrival Cairo
Meet at Cairo airport upon arrival by our representative who will assist you through airport customs & formalities. You will be escorted immediately to your hotel by Excel AC modern fleet.

Day 02:               Half Day Pyramids
Breakfast at the hotel then we start exploring ancient Egypt with a visit to the famous Pyramids. The Great Pyramid of Cheops which was built by manual labor, is the largest of the three main Pyramids and is the only survivor of the Seven Great Wonders of the Ancient World, the Pyramid of Chephren, which is the best preserved, and the Pyramid of Mycerinus. Nearby see the Sphinx, a marvelous sight carved out of a natural rocky outcrop, the lion's body stretching 45m, with its paws 15m long. We will visit the Papyrus Institute and learn how paper was made in ancient times followed by shopping in the Papyrus Museum, Perfume factory and Jewelry shop.

Back to the hotel for a free afternoon
Alternatively, take lunch at an oriental resultant before you start an optional tour to visit the famous Egyptian museum with the treasures of King Tutankhamoun.
And then drive to the most famous Khan El Khalili bazaars whereby you will have some free time to explore the market & buy souvenirs. Overnight in Cairo

Day 03:               Cairo - Aswan- Cruise
Breakfast in the hotel, check out and transfer to the airport for your flight to Aswan
Meet & assist upon arrival at Aswan Airport & transfer to the Nile Cruise

Day 3 -6 
On board the Nile Cruise for 3 nights on full board basis from Aswan to Luxor;  Whereby guided tours will be conducted to visit the major sites  like:

In Aswan        :          Philae Temple & High Dam
While sailing :          Visit Edfu and Kom Ombo temples
In Luxor         :          The Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut (or Hatshepsut) Temple, the Colossi of Memnon on the West Bank.

Day 06:               Luxor - Cairo
Breakfast onboard the cruise, check out and transfer to Luxor airport for a flight to Cairo.
Meet & assist upon arrival to Cairo & transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure whereby you can enjoy more of the highlight of Cairo by joining some excursions or simply relaxing at the hotel.

Day 07:               Final departure 
Breakfast in the hotel, check out and transfer to Cairo Airport for your final departure
  
NOTE:- 
Cruise itinerary may be changed but we guarantee to visit all sights mentioned on the itinerary & the included items.



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Srilanka


Shimla Manali Dalhousie 8 Nights and 9 Days


Tuesday, 26 November 2013

SRILANKA BREAKS 03 NIGHTS / 04 DAYS



Day 01
Arrive in Sri Lanka. You will be met by our representative and transferred to Kandy.
En route visit Pinnawala elephant orphanage.
Check in to the hotel.
Evening view a cultural show featuring various dance types of Sri Lanka.

Overnight stay at HOTEL TOPAZ OR MAHAWELI REACH, Kandy or any similar category hotel.

Day 02
After breakfast commence a city tour of Kandy, including visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and the royal botanical gardens in Peradeniya.
On completion transfer to Nuwara Eliya & en route visit a tea estate and a plantation.
Afternoon commence sightseeing Nuwara Eliya and visit Sitha amman Kovil.

Overnight stay at GALWAY FOREST LODGE OR GRAND HOTEL, Nuwara Eliya or any similar category hotel.

Day 03
After breakfast proceed to Colombo and commence half a day city tour in Colombo including shopping.

Overnight stay at RAMADA OR Taj Samudra Hotel  Colombo or any similar category hotel.

Day 04

After breakfast transfer to the airport to connect the departure flight.

AMAZING CAIRO WITH CRUISE 6 Days / 5 Nights Package





Day 01:               Arrival Cairo

Meet at Cairo Airport upon arrival by Multilink representative who will assist you through airport customs & formalities. You will be escorted immediately to your hotel by A/C modern fleet.

Day 02:               Pyramids, Sphinx – Sleeping train

After breakfast we start exploring ancient Egypt with a visit to the famous Pyramids. The Great Pyramid of Cheops which was built by manual labor, is the largest of the three main Pyramids and is the only survivor of the Seven Great Wonders of the Ancient World, the Pyramid of Chephren, which is the best preserved, and the Pyramid of Mycerinus. Nearby see the Sphinx, a marvelous sight carved out of a natural rocky outcrop, the lion's body stretching 45m, with its paws 15m long. We will visit the Papyrus Institute and learn how paper was made in ancient times followed by shopping in the Papyrus Museum, Perfume factory and Jewelry shop.
Back to the hotel to refresh & check out afternoon will be free at leisure
Alternatively as optional tour, lunch can be served in a local or Indian restaurant before driving to the Egyptian museum to visit. Then drive to the famous Khan El Khalili bazaars for free time at leisure till departure time to the station to board the sleeping train to Aswan.
Dinner and Overnight in the sleeping train.

Day 03:               Train - Aswan- Cruise

Breakfast onboard the train and meet & assist upon arriving at Aswan Station and transfer to the Nile cruise

Day 3 -6  On board the Nile Cruise for 3 nights on full board basis from Aswan to Luxor;  Whereby guided tours will be conducted to visit the major sites  like:

In Aswan;                          Philae Temple & High Dam
While sailing:                Visit Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples
In Luxor:                           The Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut (or Hatchepsut) Temple, the Colossi of Memnon on the West Bank.

Day 06:               Luxor – Final departure

Breakfast on your cruise boat, check out and transfer to Luxor Airport for your final flight.



Cruise itinerary may be changed but we guarantee to visit all sights mentioned on the itinerary & the included items.

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Sunday, 24 November 2013

Cultural & Heritage Rajasthan 10 Nights and 11days




Day 1: Arrival at Jaipur :
Upon arrival check in at the hotel, relax and later proceed to visit the City Palace in the afternoon, which is still the formal residence of the royal family. Also visit Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Deo Temple and the City Palace Museum that has the private collection of Jaipur Maharajas. We also visit Jantar Mantar, a stone observatory, which is the largest of Jai Singh's five remarkable observatories. Overnight stay at the hotel in Jaipur.

Day 2: Jaipur :
After breakfast we proceed to visit the Amber Fort, located 11 kilometers away from Jaipur. En-route, visit the Hawa Mahal. Amber was the ancient capital of Kachawaha dynasty before Jai Singh founded Jaipur. Ride an elephant to reach the gates of the fort. In the afternoon take a walk through the colorful Bazaar of Jaipur and visit a factory to see the famous block printing work, which is a specialty of Jaipur. In the evening we drive through the new city of Jaipur and visit Laxmi Narayan Mandir- a Hindu temple built in white marble. Overnight stay at the hotel in Jaipur.

Day 3. Jaipur-Pushkar
After breakfast, check out from the Hotel & drive to Pushkar ,one of the most important pilgrimage places of Hindus ,which is famed for having the only temple dedicated to Lord Brahma in the world. Visit Dargah Sharif at Ajmer on the way to Pushkar. At Pushkar, visit the famous Brahma Temple and if you are lucky, you may be able to witness the famous camel fair of Pushkar too. Take a holy dip in the Pushkar Lake and visit its 52 bathing Ghats and more than 500 temples, each having its own legends of miraculous powers and powers of healing and displaying variety of architectural styles. Pushkar is also known all over the world for its beautiful roses and rose essence and you can visit the Rose Garden too in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel in Pushkar.

Day 4.Pushkar-Udaipur
After breakfast, check out from the Hotel & drive to Udaipur in the morning.Check in and overnight stay at the hotel in Udaipur, the City of Lakes.

Day 5. Udaipur
After breakfast ,start your sightseeing tour with a visit to Sahelion-Ki-Bari. Then proceed to visit the Museum of folk art, which has a rich collection of folk dresses, puppets, dolls, masks, ornaments, folk musical instruments and paintings on display. Afterwards visit the City Palace, the biggest palace complex in India, where four generations of Maharajas added mansions and palaces. You also visit the museum of the palace, which includes the beautiful peacock mosaic and miniature wall paintings of Indian mythology. In the evening take a boat ride on the lake Pichola. Overnight stay at the hotel in Udaipur.

Day 6. Udaipur-Mount Abu
After breakfast, check out from the Hotel & drive to Mount Abu which is the only hill station in Rajasthan nestling in picturesque Aravalli hills. Upon arrival check in at the hotel. Take a short break and the head to visit the famous Dilwara Jain temples. Dilwara Jain Temples were constructed between 11th and 13th centuries. After visiting the temple, proceed to Nakki Lake. This artificial lake is ringed by hills. In the evening take a stroll down the bazaar up to Sunset Point from where you get a wonderful view of the setting sun. Overnight stay at the hotel in Mount Abu.

Day 7.Mount Abu-Ranakpur-Jodhpur
After breakfast, check out from the Hotel & drive to Jodhpur in the morning, visiting the Jain Temple of Ranakpur enroute. This temple is unique as it has 200 pillars, each one carved differently and 29 halls adorned with beautiful carving and sculptures. Check in and overnight stay at the hotel in Jodhpur.

Day 8.Jodhpur –Jaisalmer
After breakfast, check out from the Hotel & start your sightseeing tour in the early morning. Jodhpur is the second largest city in Rajasthan and is also known as the blue city as most of the houses of the old city are painted blue. The old city is surrounded by a 10 km long wall, which has 101 bastions and seven gates. On your tour of Jodhpur you visit the Mehrangarh Fort, which was built on a steep hill. The fort is among the best in India with exquisitely latticed windows in residential complexes. Later proceed to visit the Jaswant Thada, a royal cenotaph built in white marble. You also stroll down the markets of Jodhpur.Late evening drive through the desert and proceed for Jaisalmer. Jaisalmer is famous for its carved havelis (grand mansions). Jaisalmer is a marvel of beautiful culture and the city is one of the most exotic cities.After reaching Jaisalmer, check in at the Hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel in Jaisalmer.

Day 9.Jaisalmer
After breakfast, & start your sightseeing tour. The highlights of the city are stunning Jain temples inside the Sonar Quila, the palace museum inside this fort exhibiting a rich collection of imperial dresses and artifacts belonging to the royal family of Jaisalmer, Havelis with convoluted designs and latticed windows such as Patwaon-ki-haveli and the Gadisar Lake, which seems beautiful at sunset.Late evening drive to some 40 km away from Jaisalmer to Sam dunes & enjoy the camel cart ride to the Sunset Point and Sam sand dunes. Take the camel safari and explore the true life and delights of the desert. Immerse in the spirit of Rajasthan all through the night by staying in the Tents, meeting warm rustic people of Rajasthan and have a touch of their culture with their haunting music, folk dance and singing performances and other cultural programs. Overnight stay at the Tents on SAM Sandunes in Jaisalmer.

Day 10.Jaisalmer-Bikaner
After breakfast,check out from the Tents & drive to Bikaner.Check in at the hotel in Bikaner for overnight stay. Visit Junagarh Fort, Bhandasar Jain Temples, enjoy sunset views of the desert and taste the camel's milk and ride on its back at the world-famous National Camel Breeding Farm.Overnight stay at the hotel in Bikaner.

Day 11.Bikaner-Jaipur

After breakfast ,check out from the Hotel & leave for Jaipur, where you will be transferred to the airport so that you can catch your flight to onward destination.

DARJEELING, GANGTOK & PELLING - 7 Nights and 8 Days





DAY-01: (BAGDOGRA / NEW JALPAIGURI - GANGTOK).
Welcome on arrival at Bagdogra Airport / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station and transfer to Gangtok (114kms/4.5hrs), At an altitude of 5500ft Gangtok is the capital of the state of Sikkim is a beautiful and clean town promising of the best monasteries and landscapes. Evening free for individual activity and leisure, overnight at hotel.

DAY-02 (GANGTOK LOCAL SIGHTSEEING (9.30 HRS TO 1.30 HRS  OR 2 HRS TO 6 HRS)
Morning starts the half day sightseeing in and around this capital city of Sikkim, covering Chortan (Stupa), Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Sunday) Institute of Handicrafts and handlooms (Closed on Sunday), Ranka  Monastery & Jakhri water falls .

DAY-03 (EXCURSION TRIP TO TSOMGO LAKE).
Morning start for a half day trip to Tsomgo lake (12400ft), which is only 32kms from Gangtok City, the lake is almost about 1Km long, oval in shape and 15 mtrs deep. The lake is considered sacred by the local people, Evening free at Gangtok for shopping and individual activity.

DAY-04 GANGTOK TO PEMAYANGTSE.
Morning transfer to Pemayangtse (123kms/6.5hrs), Pemayangtse is a very small Himalayan village in West Sikkim. Pelling is the nearest motor able point from Mt. Kanchendzonga, worlds 03rd highest peak, offers a good sunrise and all day long view of Kanchendzonga and the entire Eastern Himalayan range.

DAY-05 PEMAYANGTSE LOCAL SIGHTSEEING( 9.30 HRS TO 1.30HRS  OR 2 HRS TO 6 HRS)
After breakfast start for half day sightseeing in an around Pemayangtse, covering Rimbi Falls, Sacred Khecheopalri Lake, Kanchendzonga Falls, Rimbi Rock Garden, Pemayangtse Monastery – the 2nd oldest monastery of Sikkim, & Darap Village. Evening free for individual activity and leisure.

DAY-06 PEMAYANGTSE TO DARJEELING.
Morning transfer to Darjeeling (128kms/5hrs). Once the summer capital of India, Darjeeling is a land of infinite variety and charm. It will cater you a mix experience of lively nature & charming Himalayan people. It is the place of Dorje, the mystic thunderbolt of the Lama-Religion. Surrounded by Tea gardens, this little town faces some of the Himalayas highest peaks. Take rest and then walk around the town to appreciate the new culture you are in. Overnight at Hotel.

DAY-07 (DARJEELING LOCAL SIGHTSEEING THREE POINTS (4 AM TO 7AM ) & BEST POINTS ( 9.30 HRS TO 1.30HRS  OR 2 HRS TO 6 HRS)
Early morning start for Tiger Hill to watch the spectacular sunrise and its amazing effects on the Mt. Kanchendzonga (World’s 3rd highest peak), Visit Ghoom Monastery and Batashia Loop War Memorial while returning to the Hotel. Breakfast at the Hotel followed by half day local Best points sightseeing covering Padmaja N. Zoological Garden (Closed on Thursday), Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tibetan Refugee Self-help Center (Closed on Sunday) walk around visit to the Mall and Local Market (Closed on Thursday). Evening Free for shopping & individual activity, overnight at hotel

DAY-08: DARJEELING – BAGDOGRA / NEW JALPAIGURI.
Morning Transfer to Bagdogra Airport / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (95kms/ 3hrs). 

Tour Ends.