SRILANKA SCENIC TOUR 06 NIGHTS and 07 DAYS

DAY 01

Arrive in Sri Lanka. You will be met by a representative of Multilink and transferred to Kandy.

En route visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.

 * Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage - Started in 1975 to house the abandoned and the wounded, the orphanage has grown to be a big family today.  A unique experience never to be missed.

Checked in to hotel

Day 02

After breakfast commence city tour of Kandy, including Upper Lake Drive, Market Square and the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.

* Kandy - the hill capital. Venue of the annual Perahera. The last stronghold of the Sinhala Kings was finally ceded to the British in 1815. Kandy is an example of the Buddhism’s influence in Sri Lanka today. Temple’s shrines and monasteries keeping alive Buddhist traditions are everywhere.

* Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya, Sixty Seven hectares of exquisite beauty and botanical treasurers containing more than 4000 species, this is haven not only for Scientists but to every nature lover as well.

* Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic  - ever since 4^th Century A.D, when the Buddha’s Tooth was brought to Sri Lanka hidden from sacrilegious hands in an Orison princess’ hair, the Relic has grown in repute and holiness in Sri Lanka and throughout the Buddhist world. It is considered Sri Lanka’s most prized possession.

Evening view a cultural show featuring various dance types of Sri Lanka.

DAY 03

After breakfast leave for Nuwara Eliya and enroot visit tea plantation.

* Tea Plantation - Tea was first planted in Sri Lanka in 1824 at the Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya, when a few plants were brought from China. More were introduced from Assam in 1839. In 1867 a Scottish Planter named James Taylor planted tea seedlings on an 8 hectares of forestland, in the Loolcondura Estate.

* Nuwara Eliya - The ‘Little England’ of Sri Lanka, is set against beautiful backdrops of Mountains, Valleys, Waterfalls and Tea Plantations.  It is supposed to be one of the coldest places on the island, but is really just like an England spring day although the temperature does drop at night.

All around Nuwara Eliya you will see evidence of the British influence.  Houses are like country cottages or Queen Ann style mansions.

* Seethaeliya – the little Kovil dedicated to Seetha with statue of Rama, Lakshmana and Hanuman.

DAY 04

After breakfast proceed to yala.

Afternoon safari at Yala National Park.

* Yala is a haven for Fauna both indigenous and migrant. Bird concentrations are by the Lagoons/Salvers.  Here are thousands of Flamingoes, Assemblies of spotted Billed Pelicans, Spoonbills, Cormorants and various species of Herons. Pheasants, Pea Fowl, Peacocks and the Wild Fowl  are found in hundreds. Wild Buffalo and herds of wild Elephants are a common sight. Whether it is birds or animals you have them all at Yala.

Overnight stay at THE SAFARI, yala.

Day 05

After breakfast leave for Bentota. En route commence sightseeing of Galle.

* Galle - Sri Lanka’s most historically interesting town is Galle.  Built on a premonitory rock in the south of the Island. It was a major port until about 100 years, but today still handles shipping and sailing boats in the natural harbor.

Stroll around the Light House and harbor or visit the old town where you can see the traditional lace makers and carvers and purchase some the finest shell-craft souvenirs in the world.

Checked in to the hotel.

Day 06

After breakfast transfer to Colombo and commence city tour of Colombo including shopping.

* Colombo a drive through the city taking you to the busy commercial areas as well as the tree-lined residential, Cinnamon Gardens. Visit Fort, the former British administrative center and military garrison, Sea Street - the Goldsmith’s quarters in the heart of Pettah, the Bazaar area, where is also a Hindu Temple with elaborate stone carvings, and the Dutch Church of  Wolfendhal dating back to 1749. The historic Dawatagaha Mosque and the former Eye Hospital are two buildings in Cinnamon Gardens worth looking at. Also visit the BMICH, see the replica of Avukana Buddha and the Independence Square.

DAY 07

After breakfast transfer to the airport for departure OR transfer to the preferred beach resort. 

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.

Discover Kashmir 4 nights and 5 days Ex-Srinagar

Day 01 Srinagar

Meals – Dinner

Arrival on Srinagar airport at an alt. of 1,515 meters met by our representative transfer to Houseboat (20 Km drive) check in relax afternoon Srinagar local sightseeing (20 km)visit world famous Mughal Gardens i.e. Nishat, Shalimar, Cheshmashahi, Pari Mahal and Shankar Acharya temple at evening boat (Shikara) ride overnight stay at House Boat.

Day 02 Srinagar – Gulmarg – Srinagar

Meals – B/Fast + Dinner

Transfer to Gulmarg at an Alt.of 2,700 meters (54 Km drive / 01:30 Hr) reach at noon. Gulmarg is known as “Meadow of Flowers” now became the “Playing field of Asia” it is said that Gulmarg have got world’s 7^th best snow skiing slopes after Japan. Full day excursion do leisure activities take rope way ride called Gondola enjoy snow caped mountain scenery back at evening relax overnight stay at Srinagar House Boat.

Day 03 Srinagar – Pahalgam – Srinagar

Meals - B/Fast + Dinner

Transfer to Pahalgam at an alt. of 2,200 meters (100 km drive / 03 hrs) reach at noon. Pahalgam is known as “Valley of Shepherds” and is famous for Lidder stream full day excursion leisure activities pony ride to Mini Switzerland i.e. Baisaran, Debyan, Tulyan and Water Fall back at evening relax overnight stay at Srinagar House Boat.

Day 04 Srinagar – Sonmarg – Srinagar

Meals – B/Fast + Dinner

Transfer to Sonmarg at an alt. of 2,550 meters (84 Km drive one way / 02:30 Hrs) reach at noon. Sonmarg is known as “Meadow of Gold”  full day excursion do leisure activities visit Thajvaas Glacier by the pony ride enjoy brisk pine forest scenery back at evening relax overnight stay at Srinagar House Boat.

Day 05 Srinagar

Meals – B/Fast

Transfer to Srinagar airport depart onward journey. 

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Classic New Zealand 14 Nights and 15 Days

Highlights of the tour

Return airfare with taxes, visa charges, accommodation, sightseeing as per itinerary - Auckland, Bay of Islands, Rotorua, Napier, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin, Kaikoura, Nelson, Mt. Cook, Queenstown, Franz Josef, Te Anau.

Day 01: Arrive Auckland

On arrival at Auckland Airport, the 'City of Sails', you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (Self-drive passengers collect your rental car for your exclusive use until the end of the tour package).

Day 02: Auckland - Bay of Islands

This morning depart Auckland for your journey north to Paihia in the Bay of Islands.

Day 03: Bay of Islands

Today is free day at leisure for optional tours, we highly recommend you to do one of the following activities - "Hole in the Rock" Cape Brett Cruise or a Cape Reinga Wanderer 90 mile beach tour.

Day 04: Bay of Islands – Rotorua

After breakfast at the hotel, morning journey from Paihia to Rotorua via Auckland.

Day 05: Rotorua

Today's half day city tour includes Te Puia and its Thermal Valley of roar-ing geysers, steaming rivers and boiling mud pools. Following this, you will travel to Rainbow Springs to view trout and other wildlife and to the famous Agrodome Sheep Show.

Day 06: Rotorua - Waitomo Caves – Auckland

Today's highlight is a visit to the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves (admission included) here you will see amazing cravens and glow worms. Continue your journey to Auckland and arrive late afternoon, check-in to your hotel.

Day 07: Auckland - Air – Christchurch

Transfer to Auckland Airport for your flight to Christchurch where you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (Airfare from Auckland to Christchurch excluded). Rest of the day is free for the many optional activities available in and around Christchurch. (Self-drive passengers return your car at Ro-torua Airport and collect your South Island car on arrival at Christchurch Airport.

Day 08: Christchurch

This is a free day for you to pursue your own activities.

Day 09: Christchurch - Mount Cook – Queenstown

Depart Christchurch and travel across the Canterbury Plains and a stunning natural landscape of gla-cial blue lakes and tussock clad hills. A rare opportunity here to take an optional scenic flight for an overview of Mt Cook's ice falls, snowfields and glaciers Continue to Queenstown, the ultimate outdoor adventure playground, set against a stunning backdrop of lakes and mountains.

Day 10: Queenstown

This is a free day for you to pursue your own activities.

Day 11: Queenstown - Milford Sound – Queenstown

An early start following the shores of Lake Wakatipu, and through Te Anau where you will be en-thralled by the immense landscape. Travel through beech forest, passing majestic mountains, on through the Homer Tunnel in time to board your catamaran for the Milford Sound cruise. Cruise past Mitre Peak, the highest mountain in the world to rise vertically from the sea, and admire the Stirling and Bowen Waterfalls as you cruise out to sea. Return to the pier for the coach back to Queenstown.

Day 12: Queenstown - Franz Josef

Travel through the Kawarau Gorge past Lake Dunstan on towards Wanaka. A stop is made in Makarora before crossing the Southern Alps as you enter the Haast Pass. At Knights Point you can view magnificent seascapes. From here pass Lakes Moeraki and Paringa then past Bruce Bay to arrive at the Glaciers.

Day 13: Franz Josef

This is a free day for you to pursue your own activities.

Day 14: Franz Josef - Greymouth – Christchurch

After breakfast, we will continue our journey up the West Coast via Hokitika to Greymouth. Join the TranzAlpine train at Greymouth for a spectacular journey through gorges, river valleys and farmland plains before reaching Christchurch (coach passengers only). (Self-drivers travel via Arthur's Pass road en route to Christchurch).

Day 15: Depart Christchurch

Transfer to the airport for your departure flight (Self-drive passengers return your car directly at the airport). 

Starts At       : Ex-India

Ends At         : Ex-India

Valid Upto   : 30 April 2014

Duration       : 14 Nights and 15 Days

Price               : INR 2,65,000/- onwards

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Unkwown destination of known tourist spot of India

Goa

Swapnagandha, Panaji, Siolim, Candolim

Lounge around the infinity pool at the Wildernest Nature Resort at Swapnagandha and watch your world turn emerald around you. Visit the Dudhsagar Falls, and check out the Mollem National Park and the Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary for a little adventure. Or just bundle up with your partner and enjoy the nature from a distance at restored Portuguese mansions like the 350-year-old Siolim House and the Poussa Tauma in Candolim.

Udaipur

Fateh Sagar Lake, Lake Pichhola, Swaroop Sagar Lake, Sajjan Garh, Lake Palace

Udaipur’s three lakes, the Fateh Sagar, Lake Pichhola and Swaroop Sagar give the city a fairytale-like quality in the monsoon. The Mewar dynasty built Sajjan Garh specifically with the intention of watching the storm clouds roll into the city. The crowning glory is the Lake Palace, surrounded by the deep, rich, dark green of the city that’s reflected in the waters. Udaipur in the monsoon blissfully conjures up century-old love stories.

Pune

Sinhagad Fort, Mulshi Dam, Shillim

A sunrise against a fort, a dam surrounded by dense dark forests, an outdoor yoga session, or ending your day to some good old jazz–the monsoons in Pune pack your days with eclectic activities. Trek up to the Sinhagad Fort to catch a sunrise across the battlements. Mulshi Dam, an hour away, is a gorgeous spot for an impromptu picnic. Better still, check in at the all-villa Hilton Shillim Estate Retreat and Spa for rest, relaxation and indulgence.

Coorg

Madikeri, Kotebetta, Somwarpet, Srimangala, Cheyandane

This hill-station in the Western Ghats, has been likened to Scotland for its awe- inspiring vistas of green. Deep dark forests await trekkers, and the monsoon is the perfect time for river rafting on the KKR River. Trek to the numerous falls in the area (the Abbi Falls near Madikeri, Mukkodlu near Kotebetta, Mallali near Somwarpet, Irpu near Srimangala and Chelavara Falls near Cheyandane). Wild elephant spotting, coffee plantation tours and king-size feasts are Coorg staples.

Puducherry

Auroville, Chunnambar, Paradise Beach

Puduerry’s mixed French and Tamil heritage has lent this town an unusual character in its architecture, food and language. Visit Auroville for its unobtrusive, holistic way of life and participate in workshops–learn to dye clothing, or create your own natural body-care products. Go for walks on the city promenade and drop by the town’s many patisseries to tuck into fresh croissants. Take a boat-trip down the serene backwaters of Chunnambar, or head to Paradise Beach for a picnic.

Kerala

Munnar, Periyar, Kappil Beach

The monsoons add delightful dimensions to God’s Own Country. Ibex Expeditions customises cycling tours through the tea plantations of Munnar where you can break for fresh hot tea, before pedalling to the Periyar Tiger Reserve. You can stay at the Spice Village at Periyar or the Windermere Estate in Munnar. For a more conventional stay, head to Kappil Beach, where the luxury resorts against the Kerala backwaters make for an unforgettable experience.

Ladakh

Pangong Lake, Nubra Valley, Khardung La Pass, the Zanskar

The best time to visit Ladakh is between June and September: great weather and the roads are accessible. This is unlike anything you’ve seen before, from the colours of Pangong Lake, the formidable Khardung La Pass, and the ethereal beauty of the Nubra Valley. It is also a great time to tick white-water rafting off your list. Aquaterra conducts a gruelling 12-day expedition past looming peaks down the Zanskar to Leh. Navigate Grade III and Grade IV rapids and earn your bragging rights.

Lonavla

The Machan

Waterfalls are commonplace on the drive in – from elegant trickles to massive gushes – and despite the tourist crush on weekends, Lonavla still packs enough charm for a quick visit. To really get away from it all, head to the eco-chic treetop resort The Machan, and sip on chai as you sit suspended over the lush valleys of the Western Ghats, which the monsoons turn into wild nuggets of green abundance. You can also hike around its private paths.

Hampi

Hampi Bazaar, Vithala Temple

Travelling to Hampi is a bit like travelling back in time. Once the capital of an incredible Hindu kingdom, it’s a maze of ruins today. Boulders, perched precariously for centuries, look ready to roll off any second. A six-hour-drive from Bengaluru, this town is full of beautiful ruins of temples, palaces and a once prosperous kingdom. Visit the Hampi Bazaar, the Vithala Temple, the queens’s enclosures, and the elephant stables. Make sure you ride a coracle across the Tungabhadra river.

Darjeeling

Makaibari Tea Estate, Glenburn Tea Estate, Goomtee Tea Estate, Keventers

If you love starting your day with tea, stay at one of the fragrant tea estates here. Pick your own tea-leaves at the Makaibari Tea Estate, home to some of the best tea in the world. The colonially charming Glenburn Tea Estate offers free standing bathtubs and fireplaces in each room. Stay in a 100-year old heritage bungalow at the Goomtee Tea Estate. Besides the estates, you can also drop by at the many cafes and restaurants for a cuppa – Keventers offers 22 types of tea.

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NATURAL UTTRANCHAL TOUR PACKAGE FOR 6 Nights and 7 Days

Day 01: Delhi – Corbett National Park (290 kms / 6 to 7 hours drive)

Arrive Delhi and transfer to Corbett National Park(290 kms / 6 to 7 hours drive). Named after Jim Corbett, the legendary hunter naturalist, the Corbett National Park, is believed to be one of the finest habitats of the tiger in India. Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, the park extends over a tract of 520 sq. km. Arrive and check in hotel. Dinner and night stay at Corbett.

Day 02: Corbett National Park

After breakfast leave for Jungle Safari in National Park, Corbett. Corbett is haven for tigers. Dinner and night stay in Corbett.

Day 03: Corbett – Kausani (190 km / 05hr drive)

After breakfast leave for Kausani via Ranikhet sightseeing. A picturesque hill station famous for its scenic splendor and its spectacular 300 Km-wide view of the Himalayas. Kausani also offers other scenic and beautiful spots for sightseeing. Snuggled amongst thick, dense pine forests, atop a narrow ridge, the view of the snow covered Trishul and Nanda Devi is so vivid, that one gets a feeling of the snow being within touching distance. Arrive and check in hotel. Evening sunset view of Himalayas. Dinner and night stay in Kausani.

Day 04: Kausani

Morning sunrise view. After breakfast full day sightseeing at Kausani covering ashrams, temples & museums. Stay overnight.

Day 05: Kausani – Nainital (117 kms / 03 hours)

After breakfast leave for Nainital (117 kms / 03 hours). Located at a height of 1940 meter above sea level and placed, around the beautiful lake, Nainital, is the charming hill resort of Nainital. Surrounded by seven hills, this attractive hill station was once the summer capital of Uttar Pradesh and is expected to become the future capital of the new state of Uttaranchal. Enroute visit Almora. Arrive and check in hotel. Dinner and night stay in Nainital.

Day 06: Nainital

After breakfast half day free for boating at Naini lake and leave for sightseeing covering Bhimtal, Naukuchiayatal and Sat-tal. Evening free at leisure. Stay overnight.

Day 07: Nainital - Delhi (300 kms / 08 hours)

After an early breakfast drive to Delhi (300 kms / 08 hours). On arrival in Delhi, transfer to railway station or airport. 

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