India South & North
Trip Valid:
01/01/2008 to 31/12/2008
Duration:
29 days (Kochi to Delhi)
Highlights:
Discover the diversity of Kochi, See Mysore Palace at night, Explore the Kerala backwaters, Spot wildlife in national parks, Sample local tea at 'Ooty', Enjoy a Pushkar camel safari, See the Amber Palace, Soak up the vibe in Pondicherry, Explore Old Delhi, Visit forts, castles and holy temples, Admire the Taj Mahal
Trip Code:
HSZ
Guarantee:
Departure is guaranteed
Group Size:
Minimum 1, Maximum 12
Price:
Prices from USD $1635
Seasonal variations apply for departures which are in Pushkar during the annual Camel fair October to November 2008
*(plus local payment INR Rs20000)
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Extras:
view 2008 airport transfers and pre- & post-trip accommodation prices
This all-encompassing trip takes in the highlights of India, both south and north, and reveals some wonderful secrets too. Revel in the tropical climate, the food, the aromatic spices, the waters and the lush green landscapes of the south. Be dazzled by the kaleidoscopic colours, the Mughal grandeur, the spiritual mysteries and powerful Rajput heritage of the north. Travel from Kochi to Delhi, experience the highlights of Kerala and Tamil Nadu, as well as Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan.
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meals included: 5 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 5 Dinners
transport: Overnight train, taxi, ferry, jeep, cantor (open jeep), local bus, auto and cycle-rickshaw,camel
accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses (24 nts), luxury camping (1 nt), village stay (1 nt), overnight trains (2 nts)
budget: Allow USD $465 for meals not included.
departs: Selected Tue & Fri
important notes:
1. Ranthambhore National Park is closed 1 Jul-30 Sep. On those trips affected two nights are spent at Bundi.
2. You should arrive with a flight booked for day 15 Kochi - Delhi. Please advise flight details and a transfer will be booked for pick up from Delhi airport - Delhi Hotel.
3. When making your booking please provide full passport details including date of issue, sex, date of birth and nationality.
4. Some accommodation may be multishare
5.Seasonal variations apply for departures which are in Pushkar during the annual Camel fair October to November 2008
The following departures will be visiting Pushkar during the Pushkar Camel Fair - please see important notes for more details
10th Oct 2008
14th Oct 2008
17th Oct 2008
Days 1-2 Kochi
Discover islands.
Day 3 Kerala Backwaters
Enjoy a homestay.
Days 4-5 Periyar National Park
Travel through rubber and spice plantations.
Day 6 Madurai
Explore Sri Meenakshi.
Day 7 Pondicherry
Soak up the colonial vibe.
Days 8-9 Mamallapuram
Cycle to Shore Temple.
Day 10 Mysore
Visit the Durga temple.
Day 11 Masinagudi
Go on safari.
Days 12-13 Ootacamund
Learn about tea-making.
Days 14-16 Kochi/ Delhi
Return to Kochi and fly to chaotic Delhi.
Day 17 Agra
Visit the Taj Mahal.
Day 18 Bharatpur
See the Fatehpur Sikri.
Day 19 Rural Rajasthan Heritage Stay
Stay in a former fort.
Days 20-21 Jaipur
Discover the Pink City.
Day 22 Ranthambhore National Park
Search for tigers.
Day 23 Bundi
See the murals of Bundi.
Days 24-25 Bijaipur
Stay in a fortified mansion.
Days 26-28 Pushkar
Mingle with pilgrims.
Day 29 Delhi
Return to Delhi.
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