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Circle India
Trip Valid:
01/01/2008 to 31/12/2008
Duration:
51 days (Mumbai to Goa)
Highlights:
Drink fresh coconut at Chowpatty Beach, Discover Indian cave art and sculpture, Uncover Hindu spirituality in Omkareshwar, Relax by the river in easy going Orchha, Bargain up a storm in a Delhi market, Ride a camel into the Thar Desert, Fall in love with romantic Udaipur, Experience the madness of a Bollywood cinema, Birdwatch in Bharatpur, Admire the Taj Mahal, Experience the holy city of Varanasi, Explore Chennai, See the Shore Temples of Mamallapuram, Watch religious traditions in action in Madurai, Check out Varkala's nightlife, Experience rural life in Kerala Backwaters, See the impressive Kochi fort, Shop for silk in Mysore, Explore ancient ruins in Hampi, Chill-out on Goa's beaches
Trip Code:
HRL
Group Size:
Minimum 1, Maximum 12
Price:
Prices from USD $2000
Seasonal variations apply for departures which are in Pushkar during the annual Camel fair October to November 2008
*(plus local payment INR Rs40000)
pricing for United States: change country
Extras:
view 2008 airport transfers and pre- & post-trip accommodation prices
Circle India on this epic cross-country journey, taking the time to discover the sounds, sights and smells of this remarkable country. From jam-packed cities to chilled out beaches, explore the major sights and off-the-beaten-track delights of colourful India.
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meals included: 1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner
transport: Overnight train, train, boat, local bus, cycle and auto-rickshaw, camel
accommodation:
Simple hotels/guesthouses (41 nts), camping (1 nt), overnight trains (7 nts), homestay (1 nt)
budget: Allow USD $700 for meals not included.
departs: Selected Sun
important notes:
1. When making your booking please provide full passport details including date of issue, sex, date of birth and nationality.
2. On day 36 you must purchase your own plane ticket from Kolkata to Chennai - please arrive in Chennai by 2pm
3. Some accommodation may be multishare
4. Seasonal variations apply for departures which are in Pushkar during the annual Camel fair October to November 2008
The following departure will be visiting Pushkar during the Pushkar Camel Fair - please see important notes for more details
19th Oct 2008
Day 1 Mumbai
Soak up buzzing Mumbai.
Days 2-3 Aurangabad
The Ellora Caves are an important legacy.
Day 4 Jalgaon
At Ajanta 30 caves overlook a gorge, each forming a spectacular room in the hill.
Days 5-6 Omkareshwar
See the ghats of Omkareshwar.
Days 7-8 Mandu
Visit Roopmati Pavilion at sunset.
Day 9 Bhopal
See one of Asia's largest mosques.
Day 10 Sanchi
See temples and monasteries in Sanchi.
Days 11-12 Orchha
Check out the stunning palace in Orchha.
Day 13 Overnight Train
Transfer to Jhansi.
Days 14-16 Delhi
Discover the vibrant pulse of Old Delhi.
Days 17-19 Jaisalmer
Take an overnight camel trek.
Days 20-21 Jodhpur
View the Meherangarh Fort.
Days 22-24 Udaipur
Chill-out with a chai in a rooftop cafe.
Days 25-26 Pushkar
Take a walk to the Savitri temple.
Days 27-28 Jaipur
Visit Amber Fort or catch a Bollywood film.
Day 29 Bharatpur
Head to the Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary.
Days 30-31 Agra
Visit the Taj Mahal.
Days 32-34 Varanasi
Enjoy this city of legends.
Day 35 Kolkata
See this fascinating cultural centre.
Day 36 Chennai
Check out the museums, palaces and bazaars.
Day 37 Mamallapuram
Enjoy the beaches here.
Days 38-39 Madurai
Weave through chaotic streets.
Days 40-41 Varkala
Take a dip in the Arabian Sea.
Day 42 Kerala Backwaters
Experience an island homestay.
Days 43-44 Kochi
Explore the heart of Kerala on a ferry.
Days 45-46 Mysore
Catch a glimpse of the palace at night.
Days 47-48 Hampi
Wander through an exotic landscape.
Days 49-51 Goa
Chill-out in Goa.
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| Sun 28 Sep 08 | Mon 17 Nov 08 | bookings closed | |
| Sun 05 Oct 08 | Mon 24 Nov 08 | bookings closed | |
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