HIGHLIGHTS OF NORTH & SOUTH INDIA

15 Jan16 / Friday ARRIVE DELHI

On arrival at Indira Gandhi international airport, meet and greet by our representative. Later, assistance and
transfer to hotel for overnight stay

Delhi the capital of India, is a fascinating city with complexities and contradictions, beauty and dynamism,
where the past co-exists with the present. Many dynasties ruled from here and the city s rich in the architecture
of its monuments. Delhi is not only the present metropolis of India but also a Necropolis. Because of its
location, being on the banks of the River Yamuna, many cities have risen and fallen over the last five
millenniums. Overnight in Delhi

16 Jan16 / Saturday DELHI

Breakfast at hotel
Morning: Sightseeing tour of Old Delhi. Drive pass historic RED FORT Shah Jehans elegant citadel in red
sandstone, which was built as an octagon measuring 900m by 550m
and surrounded by a 9-meter deep moat, which was at its inception fed
by the waters of the Yamuna River.

Very near the Fort is the JAMA MASJID (Friday Mosque), Indias
largest mosque, also built by Shah Jahan, take an interesting rickshaw
ride through the famous bazaars of Chandni Chowk, which is adjacent
to both the Fort and the Mosque. Also visit RAJ GHAT the
memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.

Afternoon: Sightseeing tour of New Delhi. The TOMB OF HUMAYUN the magnificent structure in red
sandstone and white marble is one of the finest examples of the
garden tomb, and a precursor to the Taj Mahal. Its proportionate
spaces, double dome and refined elegance are characteristic of
Mughal architecture.

Visit the QUTAB MINAR, a Tower of Victory which was built in the
12th century by Qutbuddin Aibak. Within its spacious courtyard
stands the Iron Pillar, which dates back to the 4th century AD and
bears a Sanskrit inscription in the Gupta style. The pillar has puzzled
scientists, as its iron has not rusted in all these centuries.

Drive pass from INDIA GATE, the memorial of the First World War and the road that leads from there to
RASHTRAPATHI BHAWAN the residence of the President of India, which is flanked by the houses of
Parliament and the Government Secretariat buildings. Overnight in Delhi

17 Jan16 / Sunday DELHI HARIDWAR (Train) RISHIKESH

Early morning transfer to railway station to board the train for Haridwar.

Train Name & Number : Dehradun Shatabdi / 12017

Departure from Delhi : 0645 Hrs
Arrival at Haridwar : 1122 Hrs
Haridwar literally means Gateway to the Gods and it is an important spiritual site for Hindus. The water here
holds special value as the Ganges arrives here first upon leaving the mountains. Pilgrims believe this special
water purifies the soul of all its sins, so you are sure to see plenty
of bathers on the ghats.

Assistance on arrival at the railway station and transfer to

Rishikesh en route visit Haridwar.

We will visit Mansa Devi Temple and Chandi Devi before

heading to the famed yoga capital, Rishikesh, which is about half
an hour away. Arrive Rishikesh and check-in to your hotel.

Evening witness the evening Aarti of the Holy River Ganga. This
Aarti is a beautiful ceremony in which deeyas (the oil lamps) are
offered to God. Overnight in Rishikesh

18 Jan16 / Monday RISHIKESH

Morning Yoga, Mediation, Later visit spiritual places in Rishikesh.

In Rishikesh visit Laxman Jhula, a hanging bridge on the river. In Indian mythology, Lakshman, the younger
brother of Lord Rama crossed the Ganga with the help of a hanging bridge made of jute. While this present day
bridge is made of sturdier metal, it is still a reminder of the adventurous crossing. Also visit Bharat Mandir, the
oldest temple in Rishikesh, near the Triveni Ghat. This temple is dedicated to Bharat, the younger brother of
Lord Ram.

Enjoy Bungee jumping on direct payment. (depending on climate)

Overnight in Rishikesh

19 Jan16 / Tuesday RISHIKESH HARIDWAR DELHI (Train)

Early morning transfer to Haridwar railway station to board the train for Delhi.

Train Name & Number : Jan Shatabdi / 12056

Departure from Haridwar : 0623 Hrs
Arrival at Delhi : 1110 Hrs

Assistance on arrival at the railway station and transfer to hotel.

Later visit Gurudwara.

GURUDWARA SHRI BANGLA SAHIB (Sikh Temple) is one of the most important historical and sacred
pilgrimage destinations of the Sikh community in India and the most
sacred among the destinations in Delhi. It was actually a Haveli or
Bangla where Guru Hari Krishan, the eighth Sikh Guru of the Sikhs,
stayed during his tour to Delhi in 1664. The Guru was entertained as a
royal guest by Mirza Raja Jai Singh in this bangla. Later this bangla
became the memoir of the Guru and was later converted to gurudwara.
It is estimated that more than 10,000 visitors visit this Gurudwara every day.

Enjoy shopping in BAZAAR.

Evening enjoy cooking class with dinner.

Overnight in Delhi

20 Jan16 / Wednesday DELHI AGRA (Train) JAIPUR (235 Kms / 05 Hrs approx)
Early morning transfer to railway station to board the train for Agra.

Train Name & Number : Shatabdi / 12002

Departure from New Delhi : 0600 Hrs
Arrival at Agra : 0757 Hrs

Assistance on arrival at the railway station and later sightseeing tour of Agra.

TAJ MAHAL monuments of Love, (TAJ MAHAL REMAIN CLOSED ON EVERY FRIDAY ) which
was built in the middle of the 17th century by the Moghul emperor
Shah Jehan for his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Visit the Taj Mahal surely
the greatest monument to love and one of the wonders of the modern
world. Completed in 1652, skilled craftsmen from Persia, Turkey,
France and Italy and some 20,000 labourers worked for 22 years to
build this edifice, constructed by Emperor Shah Jehan as a
mausoleum for his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. Marble was
brought from Makrana, near Jodhpur and precious stones of onyx,
amethyst, malachite, lapis lazuli, turquoise, jade, crystal and mother
of pearl were carried to Agra from Persia, Russia, Afghanistan, Tibet,
China and the Indian Ocean.

Later drive to Jaipur.

Arrive Jaipur and check-in to hotel. Overnight in Jaipur

21 Jan16 / Thursday JAIPUR

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel; later proceed for the excursion to AMBER FORT, here you will enjoy the
Elephant Ride to reach atop of the palace. This journey on embellished
elephants is bound to enrich your memories with the Royal lifestyle of the
Maharajas and leave you with a truly unforgettable experience. Inside the
Fort visit the Hall of Victory or Jag Mandir is the famed Sheesh Mahal
a room with all the four walls and ceiling completely embedded with
glittering mirror pieces, which were specially imported from Belgium
during that period.
Continue your journey: with the city tour of Jaipur visiting Maharajas CITY PALACE, the former Royal
residence, part of it converted into a museum. A small portion is still used by the Royal family of Jaipur. One of
the major attractions in the museum is the portion known as Armory Museum, housing an impressive array of
weaponry-pistols, blunderbusses, flintlocks, swords, rifles.

During the tour you will also have a brief photography stop at HAWA MAHAL the Palace of Winds.

Later visit the Jantar Mantar (OBSERVATORY), which is the largest stone and marble crafted observatory in
the world, having 17 large instruments, many of them still in working condition.

Evening Sari & Turban tying session + Evening Rajasthan Thali dinner with performance. Overnight in Jaipur

22 Jan16 / Friday JAIPUR UDAIPUR (Flight)

Early morning, transfer to airport to board the flight for Udaipur.

Flight Name & Number : Spice Jet / SG-2623

Departure from Jaipur : 0835 Hrs
Arrival at Udaipur : 0935 Hrs

Assistance on arrival at the airport and transfer to Hotel. (Early check-in subject to availability)

Surrounded by the ancient Aravalli Mountains and set on the edge of three lakes, is a brilliant kaleidoscope of
narrow lanes flanked by bright stalls, gardens, lakes, palaces and temples.

Morning: City tour of Udaipur. Visit the CITY PALACE, a majestic architectural marvel which is perched on a
hill and towers over Lake Pichola. The Palace is a majestic
conglomeration of courtyards, pavilions, terraces, corridors, rooms and
hanging gardens. Each palace within is an outstanding creation of art.

Visit the BHARATIYA LOK KALA MUSEUM which has an

interesting collection of Indian folk art including costumes, ornaments,
puppets, masks, dolls, musical instruments and deities. Later visit
SAHELION-KI-BARI the Ladies Garden, with its rich foliage and
intricately designed fountains.

Afternoon: BOAT CRUISE on Lake Pichola on which the majestic Lake Palace Hotel is situated. See the Ghats
along the lake and the interesting buildings on the banks. The view of the city palace from the lake is spectacular.
Dock at the Jagmandir Island where Shah Jehan was once given sanctuary by the Maharana of Udaipur.
Overnight in Udaipur

23 Jan16 / Saturday UDAIPUR VARANASI (Flight via Delhi)

Morning at leisure, later transfer to airport to board your flight for Varanasi via Delhi.

Flight Name & Number : Spice Jet / SG-2634

Departure from Udaipur : 1505 Hrs
Arrival at New Delhi : 1630 Hrs
Flight Name & Number : Spice Jet / SG-2179
Departure from New Delhi : 1850 Hrs
Arrival at Varanasi : 2025 Hrs

Assistance on arrival at the airport and transfer to hotel.

Varanasi is one of Indias most important pilgrimage sites and the holiest of holy cities for Hindus. Known also
as Kashi and Benaras, Varanasi is one of the worlds oldest living cities, and has been a centre of learning and
culture for well over 2000 years. Overnight in Varanasi

24 Jan16 / Sunday VARANASI

Morning transfer for Boat ride at dawn down India's most sacred river, The Ganges. Sun rise at the holy river is
a truly tranquil and breath taking sight with pilgrims standing
waist-deep in water, praying to the rising Sun. Past these
bathing ghats, see the "burning ghats" where the Hindus
cremate their dead. This is done with great religious fervour
which makes for a moving experience.

The Benaras Hindu University founded in 1916 and its famous

Museum - Bharat Kala Bhavan which houses one of the finest
collection of Mughal miniature paintings and brocade textiles.
The Bharat Mata and Durga Temple and see the famous
Vishwanath temple with its spires covered with gold, dedicated
to Shiva, the presiding deity of the city.

Afternoon proceed for excursion tour of SARNATH. The place where the Buddha turned the Wheel of Law and
delivered His First Sermon. See the Chowkandi and Dhamek Stupas, the ruins of 9th and 10th century
monasteries and temples, the temple built by the Mahabodhi Society in 1931, and the Tibetan Temple. Visit the
famous Sarnath Museum.

Rest of the day at leisure. Evening visit Dashwamedh Ghat to witness evening prayer on Holy Ganges.

In the evening, the grand Aarti at Dashwamedh Ghat,

conducted every sunset by five white-robed priests. These five
young men sway in seemingly choreographed movements,
worshiping the river goddess with incense, camphor, flowers
and earthen lamps. Thousands of illuminated lamps are
immersed in the waters of the holy Ganges and the floating
lamps add a divine look to the river at dusk. The Ghats also
provide a good option for photography with serene temples
and their bustling courtyards creating a perfect backdrop. Overnight in Varanasi

25 Jan16 / Monday VARANASI GOA (Flight via Mumbai)

After breakfast, transfer to airport to board the flight for Goa via Mumbai
Flight Name & Number : Air-India / AI-696
Departure from Varanasi : 1125 Hrs
Arrival at Mumbai : 1330 Hrs

Assistance on arrival at the airport and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day at leisure Overnight in Goa

26 Jan16 / Tuesday GOA

After breakfast, full day at leisure Overnight in Goa

27 Jan16 / Wednesday GOA

After breakfast provide morning Half day sightseeing tour of North Goa.

Please to visit are Basilica of Bom Jesus 'Bom Jesus' means 'Infant Jesus' or 'Good Jesus'. When you set foot
inside the Basilica, you will see a stunning display of architectural pieces in wood, stone, gold and granite.
Chapel and Tomb of St. Francis Xavier It is inside this chapel that one will come across the silver casket that
houses the immortal remains of St. Francis Xavier. Church Of St. Francis Of Assisi, If you fancy ancient
workmanship, then you will be definitely in full praise of the 17th century pieces of religious art. There is a
beautiful octagonal tabernacle in the middle of the which is richly decorated in an ornate style. Panjim City:-
Panaji welcomes the tourists not with tourist sites but with its character. Apart from being the capital of Goa, it
is also the focal point of tourism in Goa and a small and charming city on the banks of silvery Mandovi River.
Panaji has beautiful, red-roofed houses, built in the Latin style. But the city does not lack in modern
infrastructure and you can find modern houses, well laid gardens, statues and avenues lined with Gulmohar,
Acassia and other trees. Panjim, in fact, has several squares, the houses lining them rising directly above the
wide streets. Panjim's public buildings, include Secretariat built in 1615 by the Portuguese on the site of Palacio
Idalcao (palace of the sultan of Bijapur, Yusuf Adil Khan, called the Idalcan by the Portuguese), a many
shuttered edifice which was once the viceroy's residence. The town has preserved its Portuguese heritage
remarkably well and parts of it still consist of narrow winding streets, old houses with over hanging balconies,
red-tiled roofs and numerous small bars and cafe's. Many signs in Portuguese are still visible over shops, cafes
and administrative buildings. People are friendly and the atmosphere is easygoing silence. The Campal, as the
riverside boulevard is called, is one of the most picturesque spots in Panjim. Overnight in Goa

28 Jan16 / Thursday GOA COCHIN (Flight)

Morning at lesiure, late transfer to airport to board the flight for Cochin via Mumbai.

Flight Name & Number : Spice Jet / SG-454

Departure from Goa : 1335 Hrs
Arriva at Mumbai : 1440 Hrs

Connecting flight : SG-447

Departure from Mumbai : 1650 Hrs
Arrival at Cochin : 1850 Hrs

On arrival in Cochin transfer to hotel. Overnight in Cochin

29 Jan16 / Friday COCHIN ALLEPPEY COCHIN

Morning after breakfast, Later enjoy day cruising with lunch on Backwater.

In the evening, enthrall yourself with a special presentation of the

colorfully costumed Kathakali Dance Drama. This mask dance form
is originally from Kerala and 1500 years old. This classical dance
has 24 mudras expressing the nine emotions of serenity, wonder,
kindness, love, valour, fear, contempt, loathing and anger. Usually
performed by males.

Overnight in Cochin

30 Jan16 / Saturday COCHIN

After early breakfast enjoy sightseeing of Cochin which includes

Visit Jew City with the Jewish Synagogue, constructed in 1568,

with hand-painted, willow-pattern floor tiles brought from Canton in
the mid-18th century by a Rabbi, who had trading interest in that
city.

See the Chinese Fishing Nets (Cheenavala) are distinctly unique to

Cochin. It is believed that traders from the court of the Chinese ruler
Kublai Khan introduced these nets here. Oddly, these nets are found
only in Kochi, outside China! Many fishermen earn their livelihood
by fishing using these massive nets. A whole stretch of the coast
along Fort Kochi and Vypeen are dotted with these nets.

In the evening transfer to theater for Kathakali dance show,

which is must to see in Cochin

Kathakali is a highly stylized classical Indian dance-drama

noted for the attractive make-up of characters, elaborate
costumes, detailed gestures and well-defined body movements
presented in tune with the anchor playback music and
complementary percussion. It originated in the country's
present day state of Kerala during the 17th century and has
developed over the years with improved looks, refined gestures
and added themes besides more ornate singing and precise
drumming. Overnight in Cochin

31 Jan16 / Sunday COCHIN BANGALORE (Flight) DEPART

Today you will check-out and transfer to airport to board the flight for Bangalore.

Arrive Bangalore and connect flight for onward journey.

TOUR ENDS
Sketch itinerary for ready reference: -
Day Itinerary Hotels
03 / 04 Star Hotels
15TH Jan, 2016 Immediate Occupancy Holiday Inn Mayur Vihar
16th Jan, 2016 Delhi Holiday Inn Mayur Vihar
17th Jan, 2016 Delhi / Haridwar Rishikesh Dewa Retreat
18th Jan, 2016 Rishikesh Dewa Retreat
19th Jan, 2016 Rishikesh Haridwar / Delhi Holiday Inn Mayur Vihar
20th Jan, 2016 Delhi / Agra Jaipur Ramada
21st Jan, 2016 Jaipur Ramada
22nd Jan, 2016 Jaipur Udaipur Hilltop Palace
23rd Jan, 2016 Udaipur / Varanasi Hindustan International
24th Jan, 2016 Varanasi Hindustan International
25th Jan, 2016 Varanasi / Goa Country Inn & Suites
26th Jan, 2016 Goa Country Inn & Suites
27th Jan, 2016 Goa Country Inn & Suites
28th Jan, 2016 Goa Cochin Holiday Inn
29th Jan, 2016 Cochin / Alleppey / Cochin Holiday Inn
30th Jan, 2016 Cochin Holiday Inn
31st Jan, 2016 Cochin depart

OUR PRICE VALID FROM 15TH Jan till 31st Jan 2016
Slab Prices in Dollars
Hotel prices USD 1594 per twin / double room
USD 1526 per Single room
Entrances fees as mentioned in the program including USD 215 per person
cooking class with dinner in Delhi + Sari & Turban
tying lesson in Jaipur + Day cruise in Alleppy +
Rajasthani Thali with folk dance in Jaipur
Transportation with local English speaking guide USD 5045 nett
Train tickets from Delhi / Haridwar / Delhi / Agra USD 38 per person
Supplement for accompanying Russian speaking tour US $ 1245 nett ( He will not be staying in
escort from arrival till departure same hotels)
Airfare supplement US $ 750 per person in economy class.

Jaipur / Udaipur / Varanasi / Goa / Cochin / Bangalore This is special fare and subject to change at
the time of issuance.