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Dear friends,
Welcome to sojourning with the Best Domestic Tour Operator in India. We are proud
recipients of this title and award from Abacus TAFI TravelBiz Monitor Award in 2009.
The completion of 250 years of Cox and Kings is a major milestone for us and
we invite you to partake in this celebration. We present an extensive range of
holidays – be it traversing into the mountains in their pristine glory, trekking
sites and reliving history, relaxing on palm fringed beaches, spending quality time
in leisure along the back waters or allowing the mind to recreate the past glories
of our rich heritage within the luxurious comfort afforded in palace hotels and
resorts. Now is the time to commence packing your traveling gear and joining us in
our celebration.
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Krsna Mehta is a trained surface designer from Parsons. He has won four
Elle Décor Design Awards and is recently known for his work with Zeba,
Godrej and Good Earth. Sujan Das is a research scholar at the Tata Institute
of Fundamental Research who writes poetry at leisure and painting being one
of his hobbies. In the cover design they try to encapsulate the essence of India
in the form of a collage of paintings depicting various elements from across
the country.
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For those who want to break free from their otherwise mundane
life routine, we offer a series of adventure holidays: short
weekend stimulation or longer period of adventurous activity.
The Himalayan ranges intimidate and enthrall you into a state
of stunned silence. These majestic mountains have quite a few
spectacular pursuits to offer an adventurer, be it mountaineering,
rock climbing, trekking or river rafting.
Breathe in nature in the raw on a camel safari or in a jungle.
Paragliding exudes an inexplicable sense of thrill for those who
reach out to experience new heights. Gliding down a ski slope,
water rafting down cascading streams pushes the adrenalin levels
of people who dare. Windsurfing, sailing, scuba diving bring in a
sense of fulfillment for water babies.
Holiday camps help you to connect and appreciate the bounty
of nature.
There is always something for everyone - those who dare, the
nature lovers, the scenic seekers and the bold adventurers.
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India since ancient times has earned the celebrated linkage with
salvation and rebirth, astrology and holistic healing sought in
the temples or monasteries, where saints and sages abound in
the corridors of these hallowed places. The walls of these holy
places reverberate with the tinkling sounds of the bells and the
resonant chants fill the air……
Cox and Kings offers an assortment of packages suited to
rejuvenate mental and spiritual faculties of a pilgrim.
Whatever your beliefs, creed, class or caste, our pilgrim tours
cut across all barriers.
Come participate in our tours across the length and breadth
of India - Vaishnodevi, Haridwar, Rishikesh or Char Dham in
the North, the Navgraha temples or Rameshwaram, Tirupati or
Puttaparthi in the South, the temples of Puri in the East, the
Dilwara temples or the temples in Palitana and the renowned
resting seat of Shri Sai Baba in Shirdi in the West. An aura
of inner peace and calmness will surely engulf you on our
pilgrim tours.
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Cox and Kings holidays are what happy lasting memories are
made of. Do you belong to a special interest group or are you
on the organizing team of a group that needs to travel together?
Enjoy with your family and friends; pick the places you want to
visit, decide on the hotels (premium or budget), food, space,
entertainment and budget. School, college groups, clubs, family
parties, corporate incentives or conferences, or other special
interest groups, we have just what you are looking for. And it
can be less expensive than you imagine at great value and a
great price !
Here, we share some of our traveller’s experiences with you…
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EAST INDIA
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GANGTOK PEMAYANGTSE
Gangtok is the capital city of Sikkim and is famous for its Pemayangtse – the laid back, scenic but rapidly swelling
many important monasteries, picturesque views of the hamlet is situated at 2,085 m above sea level. High
Himalayas. It houses sites like Do Drul Chorten, the Enchey above the forest covered hills, in an amphitheatre of
Monastery and the marvelous collection of orchids in the cloud, snow and rock, it offers a spectacular view of
Orchid Sanctuary. Tshangu Lake is regarded extremely holy Mount Khangchendzonga. Pemayangtse has in its vicinity
and one of the major tourist attraction. Rumtek exhibits numerous waterfalls, soft trek routes, monasteries objects
Tibetan monastic art in Sikkim known for its unique of worship, wall paintings sculptures, villages and soothing
traditional architecture, beautifully carved and painted atmosphere for the discerning traveler. The Khecheopalri
woodwork and splendid murals. Lake is a tranquil lake surrounded by verdant forests and is
considered as one of the most sacred lakes in Sikkim.
DARJEELING
Perched in the foothills of the Himalayas and surrounded LACHUNG
by tea plantations, Darjeeling is the legendary British hill Lachung is an idyllic valley surrounded by mist-shrouded
station situated at 2134 m above sea level and is blessed mountains and great waterfalls. It is called as the flower
with a cool climate and a panoramic view of the Himalayas. valley, replete with 500 waterfalls, hot springs, glaciers
It is most famous for its magnificent tea estates. Major and the majestic snow covered Himalayas. Shingba
attractions of Darjeeling include Tiger Hill from where one gets Rhododendron Sanctuary located in Lachung (Yumthang
to witness the spectacular sunrise over Kanchenjunga range, Valley) is noted for its abundance of Rhododendron trees. A
Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop War Memorial, Padmaja number of hot springs are scattered in the valley providing
Naidu Zoological Garden, Himalayan Mountaineering an unexpected opportunity to feel the warmth of the water
Institute and the Tibetian refugee self-help centre. even in freezing temperatures.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Weather & Clothing Apr - Sept Oct - Mar
Plains 18 - 22°C (Light Cotton) 15 - 19°C (Medium to Heavy Woollen)
Low Hills 14 - 18°C (Light Woollen) 7 - 11°C (Medium to Heavy Woollen)
High Hills 12 - 16°C (Light to Medium Woollen) 4 - 8°C (Heavy Woollen)
Best Season to Travel Hills: April to September Plains: October to March
The monsoon is between June to September and it is very heavy during this period. Best season to visit is April to
Rainfall
June. Average rainfall is 320 cm.
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SPLENDOURS OF
THE EAST
9 DAYS / 8 NIGHTS – EX BAGDOGRA / NEW JALPAIGURI
Kalimpong • Gangtok
• Pemayangtse • Darjeeling
Day1: Arrive Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri • On to Day 7: On to Darjeeling (75 kms / approx.
Kalimpong (79 kms / approx. 3 hour drive) 2 ½ hour drive)
Welcome to Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri. On arrival at This morning you will visit the Pemayangtse Monastery
the Bagdogra airport or New Jalpaiguri railway station, following which you will drive to the Victorian hill station
begin your tour of ‘Splendours of the East’. You will be of Darjeeling. On arrival you will check in to your hotel.
transferred to Kalimpong for a stay of one night. The rest of the day is free for shopping.
Day 6: In Pemayangtse
Today you will proceed on a half day sightseeing tour
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SIKKIM DELIGHT
9 DAYS / 8 NIGHTS – EX BAGDOGRA / NEW JALPAIGURI
Pemayangtse • Gangtok
• Lachung • Yumthang
Day 1: Arrive Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri • On to mountains. Also visit Phodong Monastery and Chumthang
Pemayangtse (120 kms / approx. 5 hour drive) Valley, Twin Falls and Vima Falls. On arrival at Lachung,
Welcome to Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri. On arrival at you will check into your hotel.
Bagdogra airport or New Jalpaiguri railway station, begin
your tour of ‘Sikkim Delight’. You will be transferred to Day 6: In Lachung • Excursion to Yumthang Valley
Pemayangtse where on arrival you will check into your (25 kms / approx. 1 hour drive)
hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Early in the morning, proceed on an excursion to
Yumthang Valley located at an altitude of 12000 feet.
Day 2: In Pemayangtse En route visit the Hot Springs and Singba Rhododendron
Today you will proceed on a half day sightseeing tour of Sanctuary. Return to Lachung late in the afternoon. The
Pemayangtse visiting Rimbi Falls, Kanchenjunga Falls evening is at leisure.
and Khecheopalri - the wishing lake. Later, return
to your hotel.
Day 7: On to Gangtok (115 kms / approx.
6 hour drive)
Day 3: On to Gangtok (124 kms / approx.
This morning, return to Gangtok, where on arrival you will
5 hour drive)
check in to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Today, proceed on a picturesque drive to Gangtok. En
route, visit Ravangla - a small township in southern
Day 8: In Gangtok
Sikkim. On arrival into Gangtok, check into your hotel.
This morning enjoy a half-day sightseeing tour visiting
The rest of the afternoon is at leisure.
Rumtek Monastery, Droul Chorthen, Research Institute
of Tibetology, Directorate of Handicraft and Handloom
Day 4: In Gangtok • Excursion to Tshangu Lake
(45 kms / approx. 3 hour drive) and the Enchey Monastery. The evening is at leisure.
Early in the morning, depart for a half-day excursion to
Tshangu Lake (one has to obtain a permit directly in Day 9: On to Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri
Gangtok to visit Tshangu Lake). Enjoy a yak ride around (127 kms / approx. 5 hour drive) • Return home
the lake (on direct payment basis). The rest of the day with happy memories
is at leisure. Today bid farewell to your ‘Sikkim Delight’ tour, as you
are transferred to Bagdogra airport or New Jalpaiguri
Day 5: On to Lachung (115 kms / approx. railway station for your onward journey.
6 hour drive)
Today you will drive to Lachung. En route enjoy a stopover WE VALUE AND WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS
at Tashi View Point, which offers a panoramic view of the YOU MAY WISH TO SHARE WITH US. 83
EASTERN HIMALAYAN
SPLENDOUR
6 DAYS / 5 NIGHTS – EX BAGDOGRA / NEW JALPAIGURI
• Gangtok • Kalimpong
• Darjeeling
Day1: Arrive Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri • On to to witness the sunrise over the Eastern Himalayan peaks
Gangtok (135 kms / approx. 4 hour drive) with fabulous views of the famous Mt. Kanchendzonga
Welcome to Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri. On arrival at the (28,208 ft) (subject to clear weather conditions). On
Bagdogra airport or New Jalpaiguri railway station, begin your way back to your hotel, visit Ghoom Monastery
your tour of ‘Eastern Himalayan Splendour’. You will and other places of interest. The evening is free for
be transferred to Gangtok where on arrival you will check leisure activities.
into your hotel. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure.
Day 6: On to Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri
Day 2: In Gangtok • Excursion to Tshangu Lake (95 kms / approx 3 hour drive) • Return home with
(45 kms / approx. 3 hour drive) happy memories
Early in the morning depart for a half-day excursion to Today bid farewell to your ‘Eastern Himayalan
Tshangu Lake (one has to obtain a permit directly in Splendour’ tour, as you are transferred to Bagdogra
Gangtok to visit Tshangu Lake). Enjoy a Yak ride around airport or New Jalpaiguri railway station for your
this lake (on direct payment basis). The rest of the day is onward journey.
at leisure to shop around the Tibetan Market.
WE VALUE AND WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS
Day 3: On to Kalimpong (85 kms / approx. YOU MAY WISH TO SHARE WITH US.
3 hour drive)
This morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Gangtok,
visiting Rumtek Monastery and the Botanical Garden. In
the afternoon proceed on a drive to Kalimpong where on
arrival you will check into your hotel. The rest of the day
is at leisure.
Day 5: In Darjeeling
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EASTERN HIMALAYAN
DELIGHT
5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS – EX BAGDOGRA / NEW JALPAIGURI
• Gangtok • Kalimpong
Day 1: Arrive Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri • On to Monastery and the marvelous collection of orchids in the
Gangtok (135 kms / approx. 4 hour drive) Orchid Sanctuary. The evening is at leisure.
Welcome to Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri. On arrival at
Bagdogra airport or New Jalpaiguri railway station, begin Day 4: On to Kalimpong (85 kms / approx.
your tour of ‘Eastern Himalayan Delight’. You will be 3 hour drive)
transferred to Gangtok where on arrival you will check In the morning, drive to Kalimpong, a pretty hill station
into your hotel. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. with the majestic Himalayas in the background and
gently rolling hills around. Enjoy a half-day sightseeing
Day 2: In Gangtok • Excursion to Tshangu Lake tour of Kalimpong in the afternoon visiting Dello Hills,
(45 kms / approx. 3 hour drive) Dr. Graham’s home and the flower nurseries.
Early in the morning, depart for a half-day excursion
to Tshangu Lake (one has to obtain a permit directly in Day 5: On to Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri
Gangtok to visit Tshangu Lake). Enjoy a yak ride around (115 kms / approx. 4 ½ hour drive) • Return home
this lake (on direct payment basis). The rest of the day is with happy memories
at leisure to shop around the Tibetan Market. Today bid farewell to your ‘Eastern Himalayan Delight’
tour, as you are transferred to Bagdogra airport or New
Day 3: In Gangtok Jalpaiguri railway station for your onward journey.
Today, proceed on a city tour of Gangtok. Gangtok or ‘Lofty
Hill’ as it is often called is situated along the picturesque WE VALUE AND WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS
Himalaya foothills. Visit Do Drul Chorten, the Enchey YOU MAY WISH TO SHARE WITH US.
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NORTH EAST - CULTURAL
HERITAGE
GUWAHATI • SHILLONG • KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK
Shillong • Cherrapunjee
• Kaziranga • Guwahati
Day 5: In Kaziranga
Early morning proceed on a safari into the Kaziranga
National Park to view various species of animals and
birds - rhinoceros, elephant, Indian bison, swamp deer,
samber, hog deer, sloth bear, leopard, jungle cat, hog
badger, capped langur, goose, hornbills and many more
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ORISSA - VIRGIN BEAUTY
BHUBANESHWAR • CHANDIPUR • GOPALPUR
• KONARK • LALITAGIRI • NRUSINGHANATH
Orissa is a land blessed with the virgin beauty of endless of bathing in the deep and clear blue waters with the white
emerald green fields, meandering rivers dotted with surf splashing on the golden sands makes Gopalpur – on -
picturesque villages, exquisite temples and monuments Sea as one of the finest beaches in the eastern coast. A trip
and long beaches. It is an attractive treasure house of to Gopalpur –on – Sea is a rewarding experience of sun, fun
cultures and customs, religions and traditions, languages and frolic.
and literature, art and architecture, scenic beauty and
wildlife. The state once formed a part of Kalinga kingdom KONARK
which is best known in ancient history for its brave resistance One of the world’s greatest marvels and a priceless gem of
against the invasion of the Mauryan King Ashoka in the 3rd Orissan art, the Sun Temple at Konark has drawn a veil
Century B.C. of mystery around itself. Built in honour of Surya, the Sun
God, in the 13th century, the temple is built in image of the
BHUBANESHWAR chariot of the Sun with 7 horses (depicting 7 days of the
Bhubaneshwar, the capital of Orissa, is also popularly known as week) and 12 pairs of wheels (depicting the 12 months).
the “Temple City of India”. Being the seat of Tribhubaneswar What remains today is part of the original massive temple,
or ‘Lord Lingaraj’ Bhubaneshwar is an important Hindu in fact, only the entrance hall, which is 39 meters high, the
pilgrimage centre. Hundreds of temples dot the landscape Dancing Hall, and ruined temple. Even today the sun rising
of the Old Town, which once boasted of more than 2000 from the ocean shines on the three images of the morning
temples. Bhubaneshwar is the place where temple building sun, the mid-day sun and the evening sun at different parts
activities of Orissan style flowered from its very inception to of the day.
its fullest culmination extending over a period of over one
thousand years. The new Bhubaneshwar with its modern LALITAGIRI
buildings and extensive infrastructure perfectly compliments The earliest Buddhist complex dates back to the 1st
its historic surroundings. With facilities to cater to every century AD and Lalitagiri forms an important node of the
type of visitor, Bhubaneshwar is an ideal tourist destination. diamond triangle i.e. Lalitagiri, Ratnagiri and Udayagiri. Well
connected by excellent roads to Cuttack and Bhubaneshwar,
CHANDIPUR recent excavations here have brought to light significant
Backed up by musical sway of casuarina trees and creeping archeological material that upholds Lalitagiri as a great
sand dunes, Chandipur is one such beach, but with a unique centre of Buddhist attraction.
distinction on its own. Unlike other beaches, the sea water
here recedes away from the shore line about five km twice NRUSINGHANATH
a day, an unusual phenomenon, rarely found anywhere. You Located in the sacred Gandhamardan Hills, which according
can see the sea literally vanishing before your eyes and also to legends, Hanuman carried on his shoulders from the
watch it coming rhythmically, as if playing hide and seek. Himalayas as described in Ramayana, the temple at
Nrusinghanath is an important site of pilgrimage. It is also
GOPALPUR an exceeding fascinating and a beautifully located temple
Once buzzing with maritime activities, Gopalpur until 1942 worth the journey to this rater remote spot. The Oriya
was the frequented sea port during the British rule. The and Devnagari inscriptions on the temple indicate that
crumbling walls, pillars and the light house stand witness this temple was built in the early 15th century AD. On the
to its past glory. Now this tiny town enjoys the reputation Nrushimha-chaatrurdasi day (in May) a big fair takes place
of being a popular beach resort in Orissa. The temptation here and thousand of pilgrims visit the place to worship.
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ORISSA - VIRGIN BEAUTY
PURI • RATNAGIRI • SAMBALPUR
• SIMLIPAL • TAPTAPANI
IMPORTANT NOTE
Weather & Clothing Apr - Sept Oct - Mar
Plains 40 - 45°C (Light Cotton) 25 - 30°C (Light Cotton)
Low Hills 35 - 40°C (Cotton) 15 - 20°C (Light Cotton)
High Hills --NA-- --NA--
Best Season to Travel Hills: April to September Plains: October to March
The average rainfall in Orissa between June to September is 1300 mm Most of the rainfall is recorded between June
Rainfall
to October.
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SUBLIME ORISSA
5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS – EX BHUBANESHWAR
Bhubaneshwar • Konark
• Puri
Day 3: In Puri
In the morning visit the famous Jagannath Temple, the
pulsating pilgrimage centre of the city. Enjoy a stroll
through the bustling bazaar and visit the main temple
complex. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax or
92 explore the Puri Beach.
GLORIOUS ORISSA
5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS – EX BHUBANESHWAR
Bhubaneshwar • Barkul
• Taptapani • Gopalpur
Day 1: Arrive Bhubaneshwar frequented sea port during the British rule but now a
Welcome to Bhubaneshwar, the Capital of Orissa. On popular beach resort in Orissa. The temptation of bathing
arrival at Bhubaneshwar airport or Bhubaneshwar railway in the deep and clear blue waters with the white surf
station, begin your tour of ‘Glorious Orissa’. You will splashing on the golden sands makes Gopalpur-on-sea
be met and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon one of the finest beaches in the eastern coast and offers
proceed on a half day tour visiting the Lingaraj Temple, a rewarding experience of sun, fun, and frolic.
Parsurameswar Temple, the Mukteshwar Temple and the
Raja Rani Temple. Day 5: On to Bhubaneshwar (153 kms / approx.
3 hour drive) • Return home with happy memories
Day 2: On to Barkul (105 kms / approx. Today bid farewell to ‘Glorious Orissa’ tour as are
2 hour drive) transferred to Bhubaneshwar airport or Bhubaneshwar
Late morning drive to Barkul, where the sea mixes with railway station for your onward journey.
the 1100 sq km inland Chilika Lake to create a brackish
water lake. This lake is home to over 160 varieties of WE VALUE AND WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS
fish and in the winter season it is home to hundreds of YOU MAY WISH TO SHARE WITH US.
thousands of migratory birds. Dotted with a host of islands
with romantic names, a cruise in Chilika is recommended
(on direct payment basis). On arrival get transferred to
your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy the
beauty in and around the lake.
Bhubaneshwar • Ratnagiri
• Cuttack • Langudi
Bhubaneshwar • Chandbali
• Chandipur • Simlipal
Day 1: Arrive Bhubaneshwar Shrine in Remuna, the Jagannath Temple in Nilagiri and
Welcome to Bhubaneshwar – the Capital of Orissa. the Shakti Shrine of Deokund.
On arrival at Bhubaneshwar airport or Bhubaneshwar
railway station, begin your tour of ‘Spectacular Day 5: On to Simlipal National Park
Orissa’. You will be met and transferred to your hotel. (100 kms / approx. 3 hour drive)
In the afternoon proceed on a half day tour visiting the This morning drive to the Simlipal National Park, home
Lingaraj Temple, Parsurameswar Temple, Mukteshwar to over 100 tigers. Other mammals found are leopards,
Temple and Raja Rani Temple. sambhars, langurs, deer, gaur elephants, antelopes,
chitals, chevrotains, wild boar, sloth bears, monkeys,
Day 2: On to Chandbali (190 kms / approx. hyenas and porcupines. The park also has over 230
species of birds - the red jungle fowl, hill myna, peafowl,
4 hour drive)
alexandrine parakeet, crested serpent eagle to name a
This morning drive to Chandbali. On arrival you will be
few. There is also a sizable population of reptiles which
transferred to your hotel of stay. Later enjoy a boat
includes snakes, crocodiles and turtles. Visit the park to
ride to the Dangamal Crocodile Sanctuary meandering
view the wild life, flora and fauna. Relax in your lodge for
through the mangroves.
the rest of the evening.
Bhubaneshwar • Taptapani
• Rayagada • Jeypore
• Vishakhapatnam
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PEARL OF THE EAST
6 DAYS / 5 NIGHTS – EX BHUBANESHWAR
Puri • Gopalpur
• Bhubaneshwar
Day 1: Arrive Bhubaneshwar • On to Puri Taptapani – hot water springs renowned for their
(60 kms / approx. 2 hour drive) medicinal value. Taptapani is also a much sought after
Welcome to Bhubaneshwar, the Capital of Orissa. picnic spot. Return to Gopalpur in the afternoon. The
On arrival at Bhubaneshwar airport or Bhubaneshwar rest of the day is at leisure to explore the quaint town
railway station, begin your tour of ‘Pearl of the East’. of Gopalpur.
Proceed on a picturesque drive to Puri. En route, visit
the famous Lingaraja Temple. Also, have a brief halt at Day 5: On to Bhubaneshwar (180kms / approx.
Pipli village, famous for its appliqué work. One can buy 5 hour drive)
various handicrafts at Pipli village. On arrival at Puri, Today, proceed towards Bhubaneshwar, the capital city of
check into your hotel. Late in the afternoon, visit the Orissa. En route visit the Udaygiri & Khandagiri Caves –
Lord Jagannatha Temple. The rest of the evening is at an excellent example of Jain Cave Art, built by Kharavela
leisure. around 1st - 2nd Century BC for Jain monks. On arrival,
check into your hotel.
Day 2: In Puri • Excursion to Konark Sun Temple
(35 kms / approx. 1 hour drive) Day 6: Depart Bhubaneshwar • Return home with
This morning, proceed on a half-day excursion to Konark happy memories
Sun Temple, built by Narasimhadeva-I in 1250 A.D, Today, bid farwell to your ‘Pearl of the East’ tour as you
shaped like a chariot driven by seven horses on 12 pairs are transferred to Bhubaneshwar airport or Bhubaneshwar
of wheels. In the afternoon, visit the artisans’ village of railway station for your onward journey.
Raghurajpur. The village is famous for Patta Chitra work
(paintings on Palm Leaves). The rest of the evening is free WE VALUE AND WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS
for shopping. YOU MAY WISH TO SHARE WITH US.
Day 1: Arrive Kolkata • Embark Exotic Sunderbans you will visit watchtowers, go for a canopy walk on some
and Ganges Heritage Cruises of the forested islands such as Dobanke, Sajnekhali and
Welcome to Kolkata - the city of joy. On arrival at Kolkata Sudhanyakhali along with a wildlifer, who will guide you
airport (30 minutes away) or railway station (5 minutes to experience the forest, sight animals and birds; explain
away), begin your tour of ‘Sunderbans - The Riverine various mangrove species and wildlife. After sunset, you
Nirava’. You will be met and transferred to Millennium will enjoy a traditional mythological folk drama, Bono
Park. Check into the Vivada Jetty - M.V. Paramhamsa. Bibir pala, a rich folklore performance of Sunderbans.
The cruiser sets sail along the beautiful Ganges towards Rest of the evening is free to indulge in star gazing from
the south, passing through the various heritage sites for the sky deck and soak in the serenity and tranquillity.
seven to eight hours to reach Namkhana, a fisherman’s
cove and the gateway to Sunderbans. You can unwind, Day 3: In Cruise • Visit Bali and Lothian Island
relax, soak in the beauty of the river; read books in the Early morning, observe a spectacular sunrise across the
library; interact with the Wildlifer or take an ayurvedic dense mangrove. You disembark on Bali Island to witness
massage. The busy fishing harbour will give an insight into the life style of the Sunderban villagers and their activities
the lifestyle of the fishermen. After the interaction with such as rice husking, honey packing etc. Thereafter, the
the fishermen, the cruiser enters Sunderbans to navigate cruiser turns back from the Sunderbans on its journey
through the narrower creek of Hatania - Doania River. back to Kolkata. The vessel sails south and then towards
You will have the first glimpse of the dense mangrove and the west, through wide rivers, Bidya, Matla, Thakuran
the vast river system with several creeks flowing into the and Saptamukhi. Your next stop is at Lothian Island,
main rivers. The evening is at leisure to watch wild life where there is an interesting forest trail/Bhagwatpur
film shows or interact with a wild lifer along with music crocodile project (if not covered on the second day).
from modern and traditional Bengal. The cruiser will drop Vessel crosses Namkhana depending on tide and anchors
anchor at Namkhana for the night. on River Hooghly. The evening is at leisure.
Day 2: 1n Cruise • On to Sunderbans visiting the Day 4: Disembark Exotic Sunderbans and Ganges
islands of Dobanke, Sajnekhali and Sudhanyakhali Heritage Cruises • Return home with happy memories
Early morning you can witness the spectacular sunrise, Today bid farewell to your ‘Sunderbans - The Riverine
while the cruiser sails towards the east. Later you will Nirvana’ tour as the vessel heads back to Millennium
experience the lifestyle of Sunderbans, their traditions, park from where you are transferred to Kolkata airport or
culture along with the rich bio diversity of the region and Kolkata railway station for your onward journey.
an Estuarine Crocodile Project at Bhagabatpur. You can
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BENGAL ON HUGLI
7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS – EX KOLKATA
Day 1: Arrive Kolkata • Embark Exotic Sunderbans Day 3: In Cruise • Visit Lothian Island
and Ganges Heritage Cruises Today, the cruiser turns back from the Sunderbans on
Welcome to Kolkata - the City of Joy. On arrival at Kolkata its journey back to Kolkata. The vessel sails south and
airport (30 minutes away) or railway station (5 minutes then towards the west, through the wide rivers of Bidya,
away), begin your tour of ‘Bengal on Hugli’. You will be Matla, Thakuran and Saptamukhi, which are almost as
met and transferred to Millennium Park. Check into the wide as a sea. Your next stop is at Lothian Island, where
Vivada jetty - M.V. Paramhamsa. The cruiser sets sail there is an interesting forest trail.
along the beautiful Ganges towards the south, passing
through the various heritage sites to reach Namkhana, Day 4: In Cruise • Visit Botanical Gardens,
a fisherman’s cove and the Gateway to Sunderbans. The Belur Math
busy fishing harbour will give an insight into the lifestyle of Today, the vessel again will cross over Namkhana as
the fishermen. After the interaction with the fishermen, per the tide and will sail northwards towards Kolkata.
the cruiser enters Sunderbans to navigate through the The next excursion in forenoon will be to the Botanical
narrower creek of Hatania - Doania. You will have the Gardens. After a brief halt at Kolkata, the vessel sails
first glimpse of the dense mangrove and the vast river down the Howrah Bridge, the unique cantilever Bridge
system with several creeks flowing into the main rivers. across the river, Ganga joining the two metropolises of
The cruiser will drop anchor at Namkhana for the night. Kolkata and Howrah. Sailing past the Howrah Railway
Station, one of the busiest in the world, and various
Day 2: In Cruise • On to Sunderbans visiting the heritage sites on the banks of the great river, including
islands of Dobanke, Sajnekhali and Sudhanyakhali numerous temples and bathing ghats, the historical
Early morning witness the spectacular sunrise, while point of arrival of Job Charnock, the House of Dolls, the
the cruiser sails towards the east. Later experience the Nimtolla Ghat, the oldest Gun and Shell Factory in India
lifestyle of Sunderbans, their culture along with the rich bio at Cossipore, arrive at Belur. Disembark to visit Belur
diversity of the region and an Estuarine Crocodile Project Math, a shrine built by Swami Vivekananda, in honour of
at Bhagabatpur. Later, visit watchtowers, go for a canopy his great master Ramakrishna Paramhamsa Deb. By dusk
walk on some of the islands - Dobanke, Sajnekhali and embark the vessel to sail up the river to Chandannagar,
Sudhanyakhali along with a wildlifer, who will guide you a colony of the French till 1950. At the Chandannagar
to experience the forest, sight animals and birds. Before Strand, the ancient French colony comes alive with bands
sunset, the vessel will anchor at a beautiful Sunderban recreating French flavour. After a tour of the French
village. After sunset, enjoy a traditional mythological folk architecture of historical importance in the Strand
drama, Bon Bibir pala, a rich folklore performance of like the Church, the Clock Tower and the old hotels,
Sunderbans. In the evening, indulge in star gazing from now housing the Civil Court and various educational
102 the sky deck; soak in the serenity and tranquility. institutions you will embark the vessel to be treated to a
French dinner, befitting the ambience and the aroma of visit places of historic interest like the Nizamat Kila,
the French settlement of yore. The vessel sails and later the Hazar Duari Palace, in the Italianate style, the Moti
anchors at Triveni for the night. Jheel (Pearl Lake) just to the south of the palace, the
Muradbagh Palace, Khushbagh Cemetery. After visiting
Day 5: In Cruise • Visit Mayapur the Hazar Duari Museum, Katara Mosque and the 18th
As the vessel sails, rural Bengal unfolds itself in all its Century marvels of the Nashipura Palace and the palace
beauty, bounty and glory. The forenoon is spent on board of Jagat Sett, both built in classical Georgian style by
and activities include a talk about the magnificent Ganga rich local merchants and represents the other side of
Heritage by a well-known historian. The vessel reaches the coin of the “White Mughal” period when English and
Mayapur, the headquarters of ISKON. Disembark at the Indian cultures came close to fusion. In the afternoon,
divine abode of Lord Krishna. The Hare Krishna cult of enjoy a delightfully exquisite shopping experience of
the Gaudiya Vaishnava philosophy believes that Mayapur Murshidabad silk. After a day well spent, the cruiser bids
is the place of birth of Sri Chaitanya. Nabadwip, the good bye to Murshidabad and passes through the historic
ancient capital of Lakshman Sen, the famous ruler of battleground of Plassey. Entertainment at nightfall is the
the Sen Dynasty, situated now on the western bank due highlight of the evening as the cruiser winds its way back
to the changing course of Ganga, was a great center and you return with pleasant memories.
of learning and intellectual prowess, referred to as the
Oxford of Bengal and the place where Chaitanya Deb was Day 7: Disembark Exotic Sunderbans and
born in 1486. This was captured by Bakhtiyar Khilji, to Ganges Heritage Cruises • Return home with
pave the way for Muslim Rule in Bengal. Enjoy a stroll happy memories
through these twin towns of Chaitanya faith and return Enjoy an early morning trip to the ancient terracotta
to the vessel for a quiet evening to let the divine feeling temples at Kalna. The old Shiva temple with concentric
sink in. At night the vessel cruises to anchor at Lal Bagh rings made up of 108 shrinelets enthralls the visitor
in front of Hazar Duari, the palace with thousand doors. with the rich workmanship of Bengal. Later, return to
the vessel and head back to Kolkata. You can enjoy a
Day 6: In Cruise • Visit Murshidabad clear view of the Dutch Cemetery at Chinsura and the
Murshidabad is one of the oldest cities of West Bengal Portugese Church at Bandel. The cruise ends at the
and has a rich heritage. It was the capital city of Millennium Park, Kolkata. Bid farewell to your ‘Bengal
Sasanka, the great king of Gaur. Start the day with a on Hugli’ tour as you are transferred to Kolkata airport
pleasant walk through Khusbagh, an idyllic Mughal-style or railway station for your onward journey.
Garden enclosing the tombs of Siraj-ud-Daulah, the last
independent Nawab of Bengal and his family. Return to WE VALUE AND WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS
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Multi Utility Vehicles (MUV’s)
Car Name - Toyota Innova
Coaches
Mini - van Name - Tempo Traveller
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