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2 Planning your holiday is an exciting time, full of anticipation and expectation. Welcome to Beyond Travel, and a selection of holidays that will fulfil your dreams.

Starting from humble beginnings more than two decades ago, Beyond Travel has grown into a highly regarded, international tour operator renowned for our experience and expertise in Russia, Eastern Europe, The Balkans, , India, Scandinavia, Croatia and Central Asia. You’ll find our holidays to be richly rewarding - a treasure trove of wonderful experiences and unforgettable memories. They are carefully curated to provide a deeper, more meaningful experience of the countries and cultures that you will encounter. Although we cater for different tastes and budgets all of our holidays share one thing in common – a commitment to make your holiday a truly relaxing and rewarding adventure that will stay with you for years to come. We’re an Australian company whose philosophy is to tread lightly wherever we travel, and to have a positive and sustainable impact on the countries we are privileged to visit. This makes us welcome guests and greatly enriches the cultural connections we make along the way. Every member of our team is passionate about providing expert advice on the unique destinations we travel to – on holidays that are beyond the ordinary.

We do hope you will join us soon.

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Trincomalee Wilpattu National Park Kalpitiya NORTH CENTRAL Minneriya National Park Habarana Passikudah Sigiriya Polonnaruwa Dambulla

NORTH EASTERN WESTERN Matale

Kegalle CENTRAL Kandy Negombo Gampola Ramboda Nuwara Eliya Ella UVA W E Ambewela S TE SA Horton Plains B R AR National Park N AG A MU Udawalawe W National Park Bentota A Yala National Park Kosgoda

Balapitiya SOUTHERN Ambalangoda Rathgama Tangalle Galle Mirissa Koggala SRI LANKA & THE MALDIVES

Private Tours TRACES OF AN ANCIENT CULTURE Negombo to Colombo 13 SRI LANKA UNCOVERED Negombo to Colombo 14 LUXURY SRI LANKAN ESCAPE Negombo to Colombo 16 WILD ABOUT SRI LANKA Negombo to Colombo 18 STUNNING SRI LANKA Colombo to Colombo 20 SPLENDOURS OF THE NORTH Negombo to Colombo 22 SEA & SAFARI FAMILY ADVENTURE Colombo to Colombo 23 TASTE OF SRI LANKA & THE MALDIVES Negombo to Male 24

Beach Retreats BENTOTA BEACH RETREAT Colombo to Colombo 25 BEACH RETREAT Colombo to Colombo 25

Our dedicated websites offer a wealth of information on Sri Lanka, India and beyond. Start planning and dreaming today. If you’d like more advice, our friendly, experienced team are just a phone call away.

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AFGHANISTAN JAMMU AND KASHMIR

HIMACHAL PRADESH Amritsar Shimla CHINA PUNJAB Kalka Chandigarh PAKISTAN UTTARAKHAND Alsisar HARYANA Mandawa Bikaner Delhi NEPAL Deshnoke Bharatpur BHUTAN Jaisalmer RAJASTHAN Agra Jaipur Pushkar Brahmaputra Jodhpur Nimaj Abhaneri Jhansi Ganges Deogarh Kalakho Ranakpur Patna

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MYANMAR CHHATTISGARH

Mumbai MAHARASHTRA TELANGANA Arabian Sea Hyderabad Badami

GOA Hampi Vidyanagar KARNATAKA Chikmagalur Halebidu Bangalore Belur Chennai Srirangapatnam Mahabalipuram Puducherry Mysore KERALA Chettinad Thekkady Cochin Madurai INDIA Alleppey SRI Escorted Tours Kumarakom LANKA HIGHLIGHTS OF INDIA Delhi to Delhi 27 Periyar Colombo ROYAL RAJASTHAN Delhi to Delhi 28 National Park Private Tours TEMPLES, TAJ & TIGERS Delhi to Delhi 30 GOLDEN TRIANGLE Delhi to Delhi 32 RURAL RAJASTHAN Delhi to Udaipur 33 LUXURY GOLDEN TRIANGLE & UDAIPUR Delhi to Udaipur 34 NEW DELHI TO OLD MUMBAI Delhi to Mumbai 38 AMRITSAR & THE HIMALAYAN FOOTHILLS Delhi to Delhi 39 THE SOUTH INDIA DISCOVERY Chennai to Cochin 40 MALDIVES HAMPI & HILL STATIONS OF KARNATAKA Hyderabad to Bangalore 42 Cruise-tour GOLDEN TRIANGLE & THE SACRED GANGES Delhi to Varanasi 36 Terms and Conditions 43

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6 We are an award-winning Australian company with a passion for sharing with Australian and New Zealand guests this exotic and richly rewarding part of the world. We are one of the leading specialists to Sri Lanka, India and beyond.

LOCAL KNOWLEDGE WE LOOK AFTER YOU We have extensive experience in the region with a wealth of local Beyond Travel is here to look after you from the moment you call our knowledge that our team will be delighted to share with you. Our well- office to seek information or make a booking. Our local experts are on established relationships with local operators assure you of value, hand to look after you during your stay and full details will be provided choice and reliability. You will be in good hands travelling with local in your final documentation. experts who speak English so you can be confident of your choice in choose to travel with Beyond. YOUR HOLIDAY IS SECURE You can travel with peace of mind knowing that your holiday is secure. INFORMED ADVICE Beyond Travel is a member of the Council of Australian Tour Operators You know you’re getting well informed advice when it comes from (CATO) and also accredited with the AFTA Travel Accreditation Scheme locally based teams. Passionate about their country, they value our (ATAS). (AFTA is the Australian Federation of Travel Agents). guests very highly so you can expect the very best of service and attention. Our long standing local partners are chosen for their REAL VALUE reliability, their professionalism and expertise. We take pride in delivering outstanding value. This isn’t just about price; A WIDER CHOICE value is about what you actually get for your money. Even so, we have lots of great deals on offer. Check out our “HOT” deals online, subscribe to our You can choose from our selection of private tours across Sri Lanka or newsletter for special offers and you can even ask us to price match if you India which depart any day of the year. In Sri Lanka you will have your find the same product cheaper elsewhere. own driver/guide and in India your driver will take you to the sights and local guides will join you on selected sightseeing tours. All tours offer an authentic experience showing the country’s way of life through local eyes. GIVING SOMETHING BACK We offer escorted group tours with set departure dates where you will As part of our philosophy “to give something back by enriching the travel with a group of guests. You can add a relaxing beach or city stay lives of our people, our passengers and the wider community through at either end of your holiday. And whilst in India we offer a cruise along travel”, Beyond Travel has committed to supporting the local Sri Lankan the Ganges River. community which has been significantly affected by the downturn in tourism as a result of the 2019 Easter attacks. We will be supporting twenty Whatever your choice, you’ll have time to discover coastal and inland local families, including farmers, drivers and local tourism staff with direct cities, explore national parks, delve into the colours and culture and aid. You too, can give back by visiting this beautiful destination. return home with memories. Everything is planned for you, ensuring you have leisure time to fully experience Sri Lanka and India. Beyond Travel also has a partnership with a Croatian travel and tourism operator, Katarina Line, and contributes 2 Euro to the Down Syndrome Association of Rijeka and Dubrovnik for every booking made through GUARANTEED DEPARTURES Beyond Travel on Katarina Line. We have a selection of holidays throughout this brochure that offer Additionally, Beyond Travel and its staff are involved in a host of volunteer guaranteed departures. These allow you to plan with peace of mind work with a variety of organisations at home. in the knowledge that you can safely confirm other arrangements around your holiday without risk of being disappointed.

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DISCOVER YOUR WAY

At Beyond Travel we have hand-picked the most appropriate way to travel and chosen your accommodation for the style, location and inclusions. Our local guides looking after you have been chosen for their knowledge and attentive service. All our tours have been handcrafted to prioritise your comfort.

TRAVELLING AROUND GUIDES SO MUCH INCLUDED Trains, planes and automobiles; houseboats, Our hand-picked team of guides are amongst A perfect holiday is one that has a good balance cycle rickshaws, Jeep safaris and on foot…getting the best in the business and chosen for their of unique and must-see experiences and around these exotic countries is an adventure first-hand knowledge of the destinations visited. the right amount of leisure time for personal and a joy. You’ll experience the highest levels of They have a passion for their country and discoveries. That’s what we deliver at comfort mixed with local modes of transport. their ultimate aim is to ensure you have an Beyond Travel. On each tour page you will find unforgettable experience. They will often tailor our list of comprehensive inclusions. Most tours Our private tours feature modern air-conditioned many experiences to best suit your interests; include entrances at featured sites, breakfast vehicles maintained to the highest standards. whether you are travelling as a couple, a solo daily, arrival and departure transfers and more. These locals know the best comfort stops, where traveller, a family or seeking an active adventure. Plus you’ll have the service of our network of local to find a refreshment along the way and the best partner offices and the security of knowing you vantage points to see the amazing sites. can contact someone should the need arise.

We want your holiday to be full of memorable moments.

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CHOOSE YOUR ACCOMMODATION Most of our tours offer a selection of hotel grades 4 and 5 star Luxury Heritage allowing you to choose where you want to stay These are premium properties The luxury range of hotels are The Heritage category in India to suit your budget. All of the hotels offered have that place you in the heart of chosen for their uniqueness, offers a unique stay experience been chosen for their location, style and services each location. Offering comfort unrivalled position, ambience full of charm and history of offered. From ‘glamping’ in tented splendour in and convenience many of and in many cases, fabulous a bygone era. Often these the great outdoors to bespoke luxury in a grand the hotels are well known and views. Choosing to stay in hotels are former palaces, old palace you will be spoilt for choice. Hotels are you will be delighted with the luxury will make your holiday forts or magnificent Havelis indicated on each tour page, so you can see facilities offered. Discover the a sublime experience and one of Rajasthan, offering every where you will be staying. properties you will be staying at you will long remember. modern-day facility coupled on each itinerary page. with flawless hospitality. Heritage and boutique stays are also available in Sri Lanka. We want your holiday to be full of memorable moments.

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10 Special Interest Groups Discover More At Beyond Travel we have a wealth of experience, knowledge and passion for the region. Our friendly staff in our groups Travel Voucher department has the skills to provide all the necessary arrangements to create bespoke travel experiences.

We are one of the leading tour and travel companies in $100 Sri Lanka and India. per couple Whether you visit to a particular place, spend several days touring, go ‘glamping’ in luxury, stay in a Jungle hotel or relax at a spa resort we can tailor an itinerary covering your guest’s needs and interests. Your vouchers are a great way to experience more and save on a wide range of additional Beyond Travel services. Accommodation choices offered are from budget to Book any tour offering a Discover More Travel Voucher luxury or even Heritage properties in India. Whatever your and then simply redeem your voucher against any dreams, whatever your group needs, call us today to additional Beyond Travel service, as featured in any discuss your requirements. We can assist with destination of our brochures or on our websites. choices, forms of transport, special attractions and one-of-a-kind experiences. There’s so much choice, from pre and post cruise hotel stays and city packages to additional tours and rail journeys, We’d love to share our experience and expertise to make take a look at any of our brochures or websites to see what your group travel one to remember. more you can discover with Beyond Travel. We offer:

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“We had a ball. The great organisation, terrific guides and interesting itinerary – they all made my job very easy and Early Bird offers are valid on bookings deposited by 29 November 2019. The offers vary by all went to plan. Your input in altering tour, each tour page in the following brochure outlines the exact saving and the value of any Discover More Travel Voucher that applies. India Bonus offers are limited to one free upgrade the standard itinerary certainly opened and one free bottle of wine on a 5-star tour and a 15% food, drinks and spa discount at one our eyes”. C. Huon hotel while on tour. Discover More Travel Vouchers: Terms and conditions apply, please refer to page 43 or visit the websites or call or email for full terms and conditions.

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SRI LANKA & BEYOND An island of spices, famous tea, high mountain peaks, roaming elephants, colourful festivals, sacred monuments, delicious cuisine and welcoming people. Sri Lanka, a small and captivating country, punches well above its weight when it comes to travelling destinations. From the rolling green hills and verdant valleys of the high country, vast stretches of tea plantations, incredibly scenic train journeys and world-class beaches combined with the magnificent ruins of an ancient kingdom, fascinating culture, wildlife and a love of cricket. This island will capture the heart of every type of traveller. Now is the time to discover it!

12 TRACES OF AN ANCIENT CULTURE Private Tour

7 Days / Negombo to Colombo

NORTH CENTRAL

Sigiriya Minneriya National Park Dambulla Polonnaruwa NORTH WESTERN Matale EASTERN

CENTRAL Negombo Kandy

UVA WESTERN

Nuwara Eliya Colombo

POLONNARUWA

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Search for Wild Elephants in Minneriya Hotel accommodation in your selected category Prices from $1,790 National Park 6 breakfasts and 5 dinners 4 Star Hotels 5 Star Hotels Explore the fascinating ancient English-speaking guide/driver Per Person Twin Share Per Person Twin Share monuments of Polonnaruwa Guided tours: Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Polonnaruwa 2020-2021 from $1,790 from $2,290 Discover ancient Buddhist art work in Ancient Monuments, Dambulla Cave Temple, Dambulla Cave Temple Kandy Relic, Nuwara Eliya For details of 4 and 5 star hotels see page 9. Wander through the colonial town and Colombo For the best fares including single and triple prices, HOT deals, of Nuwara Eliya Visit: Matale Spice Garden, Tea Factory and availability and detailed information, visit our dedicated website Take the Kandy Road and see the local Tea Estate www.sri-lanka-and-beyond.com.au life as you drive past rural villages and Witness Cultural Dance in Kandy road site carts Minneriya National Park Jeep Safari Earlybird Saving $300 per couple Entrance fees per couple Discover More Travel Voucher Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle + $100 Arrival and departure transfers Deposit by 29 November 2019. Details on pages 10 and 11.

DAY 1 Negombo DAY 4 Sigiriya – colourful chaos of Sri Lanka meets Your tour commences with an arrival Dambulla – Kandy colonial bungalows, well-tended transfer to your hotel in Negombo. Proceed to Kandy, stopping en- lawns and red telephone boxes. BD SRI LANKA Jetwing Sea (4 star) or route to visit the Dambulla Cave Araliya Green Hills (4 star) or Jetwing Blue (5 star) Temple, the best-preserved cave Grand Hotel (5 star) temple complex in Sri Lanka. This DAY 2 Negombo – Dambulla ancient Buddhist place of worship DAY 6 Nuwara Eliya – Depart Negombo and travel along houses the country’s most sacred Colombo & BEYOND the bustling Kandy Road past small Buddha images. Also stop at Matale Descend from the high country to villages, chaotic towns and roadside to explore the delightful Spice explore the capital of Colombo, a carts to reach the iconic Sigiriya Rock Garden. On arrival in Kandy visit vibrant city influenced by ancient Fortress, or Lion Rock. Climb to the the Royal Palace of Kandy and the kingdoms and European settlers. top of this striking rock which holds Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic to You will visit Pettah Bazaar, the remnants of an ancient city. BD Wolvendaal Dutch Church and observe the evening offering known NUWARA ELIYA Aliya Resort (4 star) or as “Pooja”. Afterwards witness a Hindu Kovil at Slave Island, one of Liyya Water Villas (5 star) Kandyan Dance performance, a Colombo’s most impressive Hindu Temples. BD DAY 3 Dambulla / colourful spectacle including fire- walkers. BD Cinnamon Lakeside (4 star) or Polonnaruwa Cinnamon Grand Hotel (5 star) Discover the ancient royal capital Amaya Hills (4 Star) or of Polonnaruwa. See the wonderful Earl’s Regency (5 star) DAY 7 Colombo treasures that remain including DAY 5 Kandy – Nuwara Eliya Your tour concludes with a departure the four beautiful rock-cut Buddha Further explore Kandy, wander transfer for your onward journey. B statues at Gal Vihara Temple. around the city’s lake, streets and This afternoon join a Jeep safari in explore the local markets. Your the Minneriya National Park, one of tour continues to the hill station of the best places in Sri Lanka to see Nuwara Eliya, also known as ‘Little wild elephants. BD England’. Spend an evening in Aliya Resort (4 star) or this tea growing region where the Liyya Water Villas (5 star) MINNERIYA NATIONAL PARK

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13 Days / Negombo to Colombo

Sri Lanka has a diverse NORTH CENTRAL range of landscapes and Sigiriya Minneriya National Park Dambulla Polonnaruwa natural features, and this NORTH popular tour encompasses WESTERN Matale EASTERN so many sides of Sri Lanka. Discover the carpeted CENTRAL Negombo Kandy highlands with emerald Ramboda tea plantations, visit ruins Colombo Nuwara Eliya from ancient kingdoms and Ella W UVA spot an amazing variety E S TE SA Horton Plains B R AR National Park of animals. Choose from N AG A MU W 4 or 5 star accommodation Bentota A options, and be looked after Kosgoda SOUTHERN Yala National Park by an English speaking guide/driver. Galle

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Admire spectacular views from World’s Hotel accommodation in your selected category End in Horton Plains National Park 12 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 10 dinners Savour a delicious high tea at the iconic Grand Hotel in Nuwara Eliya English-speaking guide/driver Ride a high-country train along the edge Guided tours: Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Polonnaruwa, Hiriwadunna Village Walk of mountains and through tea estates to and cooking demonstration, Dambulla Cave Temple, Temple of the Tooth and Nuwara Eliya Royal Botanical Gardens, Horton Plains National Park, Galle and Colombo Search for exotic animals and the elusive Visit: Matale Spice Garden, Tea Factory and Tea Estate and Kosgoda leopard in Yala National Park Turtle Hatchery Relax on the golden sands of the world Cultural Dance in Kandy class Bentota beach Yala National Park Jeep Safari High Tea at the Grand Hotel Scenic high country train journey: Nanu Oya to Ella Entrance fees Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle Arrival and departure transfers

YALA NATIONAL PARK

DAY 1 Negombo four beautiful rock-cut Buddha statues DAY 5 Kandy DAY 7 Nuwara Eliya / Your tour commences with an arrival at Gal Vihara Temple. In the afternoon Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Horton Plains transfer to your hotel in the seaside visit Hiriwadunna village where you can Relic, a complex said to hold the tooth of Depart early for Horton Plains National village of Negombo. experience village life. Meet with a local the Lord Buddha himself. Continue on Park, travelling on scenic village roads. The Gateway Hotel Airport Garden family where you can experience first- to see the Royal Botanical Gardens to This stunning National Park offers (4 star) or Jetwing Blue (5 star) hand the cooking methods and taste admire the beautiful terrace gardens. excellent hikes for all levels including the authentic local cuisine. Return to In the afternoon enjoy free time to World’s End with its amazing views DAY 2 Negombo – Sigiriya Rock Dambulla for your overnight stay. BLD wander around the city’s lake. BD and the spectacular Baker’s Falls. Fortress – Dambulla Amaya Lake (4 star) or Hotel Suisse (4 star) or You can choose to hike, or simply Depart Negombo and travel along Heritance Kandalama (5 star) Earl’s Regency (5 star) enjoy the beautiful scenery with an the bustling Kandy Road past small opportunity to see the wildlife and you villages, chaotic towns and roadside DAY 4 Dambulla – Kandy DAY 6 Kandy – Ramboda – may even hear the call of the purple face carts selling an array of local produce. Proceed to Kandy, stopping en-route Nuwara Eliya leaf monkey. BD On arrival in Dambulla, check in to your to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Your journey today leads you through Araliya Green Hills Hotel (4 star) hotel before driving to the nearby Sigiriya site, Dambulla Cave Temple, the the scenic high country to Nuwara or The Grand Hotel (5 star) Rock Fortress, or Lion Rock. Take the best-preserved cave temple complex Eliya, stopping en-route at Ramboda opportunity to climb to the top of this in Sri Lanka. The ancient Buddhist village to admire views of the waterfall DAY 8 Nuwara Eliya – Ella – striking rock which holds the remnants place of worship houses the country’s and savour lunch at a local restaurant. Yala National Park of an ancient 5th century city. BD most sacred Buddha images. Also Afterwards explore Nuwara Eliya Discover the journey from tree to cup, Amaya Lake (4 star) or stop at Matale to explore the green where the colourful chaos of Sri Lanka of the world-famous high-grown Ceylon Heritance Kandalama (5 star) and fragrant spice garden. On arrival in meets colonial bungalows, well-tended Tea. Walk through a local tea plantation, Kandy check into your hotel before an lawns and red telephone boxes. In the meet with a Tea plucker and visit the DAY 3 Dambulla / Polonnaruwa evening Kandyan Dance performance, afternoon savour high tea at the elegant factory and enjoy a tea-tasting session. Discover the ancient royal capital a colourful spectacle including Grand Hotel. BLD Afterwards climb aboard the local train of Polonnaruwa, see the wonderful fire-walkers. BD Araliya Green Hills Hotel (4 star) taking the scenic route to Ella. You will treasures that remain in the Hotel Suisse (4 star) or or The Grand Hotel (5 star) travel along the edge of mountains, archaeological park including the Earl’s Regency (5 star)

14 / BEYOND TRAVEL – WE ARE THE ESTABLISHED DESTINATION EXPERTS Private Tour

NUWARA ELIYA

2020/2021 departures daily Prices from $2,790 4 Star Hotels 5 Star Hotels Per Person Twin Share Per Person Twin Share 2020-2021 from $2,790 from $3,780 For details of 4 and 5 star hotels see page 9. For the best fares including single and triple prices, HOT deals, availability and detailed information, visit our dedicated website www.sri-lanka-and-beyond.com.au

Earlybird Saving $500 per couple + $100 per couple Discover More Travel Voucher Deposit by 29 November 2019. Details on pages 10 and 11.

DAMBULLA passing tea estates whilst rolling in and a tour of the Heritage listed fort area at Slave Island, one of Colombo’s most out of pockets of mist. On arrival in Ella with its charming laneways, rich trading impressive Hindu Temples. B Take your seat on one of the you will drive to Yala National Park. BD history and Dutch-colonial buildings. Cinnamon Lakeside (4 star) or Cinnamon Wild Yala (4 star) or Afterwards visit Kosgoda Turtle Cinnamon Grand (5 star) world’s most scenic train Jetwing Yala (5 star) Hatchery where volunteers provide a rides. The included train haven for turtles to hatch. Your last stop DAY 13 Colombo trip takes you high into the DAY 9 Yala National Park for the day is the stunning beach town Your tour concludes with a departure mountains through dense Depart early for your Jeep safari in Yala, of Bentota. BD transfer to the airport. B forest, over bridges and the second largest National Park in Centara Ceysands Resort (4 star) or beside local villages. The Sri Lanka and home to a great diversity Avani Bentota Resort (5 star) of wildlife, most famous of which is the scenery is spectacular across leopard. Look out for elephants, sloth DAY 11 Bentota the tea-clad mountains of bears, water buffaloes, peacocks and Sri Lankan beaches are world-class and Sri Lanka’s high country. more. Yala is known as one of the best Bentota is one of the best. Enjoy a full places in the world to spot the elusive day to experience the country’s coast big cat. BD and all it has to offer. BD Cinnamon Wild Yala (4 star) or Centara Ceysands Resort (4 star) or Jetwing Yala (5 star) Avani Bentota Resort (5 star) DAY 10 Yala National Park – DAY 12 Bentota – Colombo Galle – Bentota Today explore the country’s capital, a Travel the scenic route from Sri diverse mix of people, architecture and Lanka’s southeast coast to Galle religion influenced by ancient kingdoms in the southwest. En route visit the and European settlers. Your guided Wevurukannala Buddha Statue (the tour will visit Pettah Bazaar, Wolvendaal largest in the island) and stilt fishermen in Dutch Church, Vihara and Hindu Kovil Koggala. Once in Galle you will enjoy

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12 Days / Negombo to Colombo

Sri Lanka is a colourful country rich in culture and heritage. On this private tour you will stay in a superb collection of properties. The Wallawwa in Colombo is a country house hotel, NORTH CENTRAL with a jungle pool, that exudes style and serenity. Sitting on Sigiriya lush, verdant land, the Stone House in Kandy transports you NORTH WESTERN back in time when life was at a slower pace. Every moment here Matale EASTERN will be unforgettable and idyllic. Perched amongst tea bushes CENTRAL high up on a hill near Nuwara Eliya, the Goatfell is a luxurious, Kandy Negombo Gampola four bedroom tea bungalow that resonates with charm of a Colombo Nuwara Eliya bygone era. The jungle will be your orchestra when you stay in a luxurious air-conditioned canvas tent at Leopard Trails W UVA E S TE SA B from where a diverse array of wildlife will be top on our agenda. R AR N AG A MU W A relaxing stay at the luxurious boutique resort overlooking A the sparkling Indian Ocean is a wonderful way to end your SOUTHERN Yala National Park luxury adventure. Rathgama Galle Tangalle

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Enjoy the unique stays and memorable Luxury hotel accommodation locations of our hand-picked accommodation 11 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 10 dinners (includes the all inclusive for a once-in-a-lifetime Sri Lanka experience dining and beverage package at Leopard Trails Yala and Goatfell) Explore the ancient kingdom at Sigiriya Rock Fortress High Tea at the Grand Hotel Lunch at Elpitiya Walauwa heritage English-speaking guide/driver house in Gampola Guided tours: Sigiriya Evening Loris Walk, Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Savour a delicious high tea at the elegant Dambulla Cave Temple, Kandy Tuk-Tuk Safari, Galle Grand Hotel in Nuwara Eliya Visit: Matale Spice Garden and Tangalle Turtle Hatchery Search for exotic animals and the elusive leopard in Yala National Park Yala National Park Jeep Safari Relax with personalised service offered Cultural Dance in Kandy at each of your hotels Entrance fees Wander through the cobblestone Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle streets of Galle Arrival and departure transfers

STONE HOUSE

DAY 1 Negombo DAY 3 Sigiriya DAY 5 Kandy resonates with the charm of a bygone Your tour commences with an arrival Today visit nearby Sigiriya Rock Today explore the UNESCO listed city era. Enjoy a drink by the warm crackling transfer to your hotel, The Wallawwa. Fortress, or Lion Rock. Take the of Kandy by Tuk-Tuk. Wander through fire after an enjoyable day spent in the Set in 200-year-old tropical gardens just opportunity to climb to the top of this the local bazaar, arts and craft museum cool climate of Sri Lanka’s stunning hill a short distance from the airport and the striking rock with its sheer vertical walls as well as the local fruit and vegetable country. BLD seaside city of Negombo, the boutique supporting the remnants of an ancient market. Enjoy the opportunity to walk Goatfell 18th century manor house holds a 5th century city. BD along the lake and admire the view of unique charm and exudes serenity. Jetwing Vil Uyana the misty hills and green forests. Visit DAY 7 Nuwara Eliya The Wallawwa the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Discover the journey from tree to cup of DAY 4 Sigiriya – Matale – Kandy a complex said to hold the tooth of the world-famous high-grown Ceylon DAY 2 Negombo – Sigiriya Proceed to Kandy, stopping en-route the Lord Buddha himself. Continue to Tea. With your expert guide, walk Depart Negombo and travel along the to visit the UNESCO World Heritage the Royal Botanical Garden the most through a local tea plantation, meet with bustling Kandy Road past small villages, site Dambulla Cave Temple, the impressive gardens in Sri Lanka. BD a Tea plucker and visit the factory to see chaotic towns and roadside carts selling best-preserved cave temple complex Stone House the processing. In the afternoon enjoy an array of local produce. On arrival, in Sri Lanka. This Buddhist place of high tea at the elegant Grand Hotel. enjoy the balance of the day at leisure worship is thought to date back to the DAY 6 Kandy – Gampola – All inclusive* at the Jetwing Vil Uyana. Secluded 1st century, and houses the country’s Nuwara Eliya Goatfell in tranquil marshland the exclusive most sacred Buddha images. On Travel through the scenic high country *From dinner on day 6 to breakfast on day 8 sanctuary is a mystifying blend of rustic arrival in Kandy check in at your hotel, to Nuwara Eliya, stopping en-route your all inclusive experience at Goatfell includes: tradition and natural magnificence. before an evening Kandyan Dance at Elpitiya Walauwa heritage house Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, soft drinks, In the evening join a resident naturalist performance, a colourful spectacle in Gampola to watch a cooking beer, select wine and spirits. on a Loris walk around the grounds including fire-walkers. Overnight at the demonstration and savour authentic Sri of the hotel. The Loris is the smallest Stone House, a 1940’s colonial mansion Lankan cuisine. In Nuwara Eliya, often DAY 8 Nuwara Eliya – recorded primate in Sri Lanka and located just 5 minutes from the centre referred to as Little England, you will find Yala National Park is facing extinction. Learn about the of Kandy but feels a world away with its colonial bungalows, well-tended lawns Descend from high country and journey conservation efforts and explore its serene location, breathtaking views and and red telephone boxes, a nod to the to Yala National Park. Stay in the air- beautiful habitat. BD luxurious accommodation. BD city’s colonial heritage. Stay at Goatfell, conditioned luxury tents at Leopard Jetwing Vil Uyana Stone House a former tea bungalow which still Trails located within Yala National 16 / BEYOND TRAVEL – CALL OUR FRIENDLY, EXPERIENCED TEAM FOR EXPERT ADVICE Private Tour

YALA NATIONAL PARK

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GOATFELL

Park. This is a unique and memorable DAY 10 Yala National Park – DAY 12 Rathgama – Colombo experience which combines elegance Rathgama Your tour concludes with a departure and comfort with the beauty of the wild. Travel the scenic route to Rathgama. transfer for your onward journey. B All inclusive*. En route visit Tangalle Turtle Hatchery Leopard Trails where volunteers provide a haven for turtles to hatch and treatment to injured DAY 9 Yala National Park turtles. Also stop at beautiful beaches, Depart early for your Jeep safari in Yala, the Wevurukannala Buddha Statue the second largest National Park in (the largest in the island) and stilt Sri Lanka and home to a great diversity fishermen in Koggala. Afterwards your of wildlife, most famous of which is the last stop for the day is the small beach leopard. Look out for elephants, sloth town of Rathgama at the Aditya Resort bears, water buffaloes, peacocks, wild (Shanti suite), a boutique hotel sitting boars, mugger crocodiles and of course on a secluded beach where you can leopards. Yala is known as one of the relax under a palm tree and enjoy the best places in the world to spot the personalised service. BD elusive big cat. All inclusive*. Aditya Resort Leopard Trails DAY 11 Rathgama / Galle *Your all inclusive experience at Leopard Trails Just a stones throw away from includes: A qualified naturalist/game ranger to be Rathgama is Galle, an historic fort town a personal guide and host to you during your stay, and prominent seaport and trading snacks and drinks on game drives, breakfast, lunch and dinner at camp, water, fruit juices, tea/coffee, centre for centuries. Your tour of this and other soft drinks and wine, beer and spirits. UNESCO World Heritage city will visit the fort area with its charming laneways, rich trading history and Dutch-colonial buildings. BD LEOPARD TRAILS Aditya Resort Australia 1300 363 554 | New Zealand 0800 550 065 www.sri-lanka-and-beyond.com.au / 17 WILD ABOUT SRI LANKA

14 Days / Negombo to Colombo

Visit some of Sri Lanka’s top attractions on this popular tour. Wilpattu Trincomalee National Park NORTH CENTRAL Leopards, wild elephants, water Anuradhapura Minneriya buffaloes, birds and of course Kalpitiya National Park the elusive big cat... Sri Lanka Habarana Sigiriya Passikudah is a wildlife lover’s paradise. Add whale watching, dolphin NORTH WESTERN spotting and bird watching EASTERN and you can appreciate why Sri Lanka is hailed as one of CENTRAL Negombo the best all-round wildlife

UVA destinations in the world. Colombo SABA Ella Get close to the action on W E RAG S TER A Jeep safaris, have time to M N UW A absorb the natural wonders, and experience the wealth of Yala SOUTHERN National Park culture. Our Wild About Sri Lanka encompasses it all. Galle Tangalle Koggala Mirissa

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Search for exotic wild life in three stunning Hotel accommodation in your selected category national parks 13 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 12 dinners Discover Anuradhapura and see the sacred Bo tree, one of the oldest trees in the world English-speaking guide/driver Explore the beautiful east coast beaches of Guided tours: Kalpitiya, Anuradhapura, Hiriwadunna Passikudah and Trincomalee Village Walk, Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Trincomalee, Ella and Galle Take the opportunity to spot Dolphins Jeep safaris in Wilpattu National Park, and Whales on Mirissa beach Minneriya National Park and Yala National Park Go off the tourist route and discover Dolphin and whale watching excursion Mirissa the backroads of Sri Lanka Entrance fees Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle Arrival and departure transfers

SRI LANKA BLUE MAGPIE

DAY 1 Negombo Continue to Anuradhapura to spend DAY 5 Sigiriya DAY 7 Passikudah / Your tour commences with an arrival the night. BD Early this morning visit Sigiriya Trincomalee transfer to your hotel in the seaside Palm Garden Village (4 star) or Rock Fortress, or Lion Rock, one of Today visit Trincomalee or Trinco, village of Negombo. Forest Rock Garden (5 star) Sri Lanka’s most iconic sights. Take renowned as one of the most The Gateway Hotel Airport Garden the opportunity to climb to the top of picturesque natural harbours of the (4 star) or Jetwing Blue (5 star) DAY 4 Anuradhapura – this striking rock with its vertical walls world. Visit Trinco Fort, the fascinating Habarana – Sigiriya supporting the remnants of an ancient and Lovers Leap DAY 2 Negombo – Kalpitiya This morning explore the ancient city city constructed in the 5th century. where you take in the breathtaking Depart Negombo and drive to Kalpitiya, of Anuradhapura, a UNESCO world This evening join a Jeep safari in the views of the vast Indian Ocean. BD a little paradise on its own, a marine heritage listed sight and the first capital Minneriya National Park, one of the Calm Resort & Spa (4 star) or sanctuary with a diversity of habitats of Sri Lanka. Your tour will uncover an best places in Sri Lanka to see wild Anantaya Resort & Spa (5 star) ranging from bottlenose and incredible collection of well preserved elephants. BD Indo-Pacific humpback dolphins, ruins including an assortment of Aliya Resort (4 star) or DAY 8 Passikudah – Ella whales and sea turtles. This area was enormous dagobas, ancient pools and Heritance Kandalama (5 star) Today travel to the hill country with also influenced by the Dutch. See the crumbling temples. The city is also well beautiful tea plantations, misty mountain remains of the well preserved Dutch known for the sacred Bo tree, a tree that DAY 6 Sigiriya – Passikudah peaks and waterfalls. En route stop church and the Dutch fort which is has been tended by an uninterrupted Today drive east to the coastal resort and visit the thundering Falls, occupied by the Sri Lankan Navy. BD succession of guardians for over area of Passikudah. The clean, white Ella Rock and see striking views Dolphin Beach Resort (4 star) or 2,000 years. In the afternoon drive sandy beaches, shallow waters and from Lipton’s Seat lookout. Also visit Aarya Lagoon (5 star) to rural Habarana for a village walk in coral reefs of Passikudah Bay make the Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, one Hiriwadunna, where you will have the perfect place to enjoy unspoiled beach of the best examples of colonial era DAY 3 Kalpitiya – Wilpattu opportunity to meet with the locals and walks, swimming or just relaxing. BD construction in the country. BD National Park– Anuradhapura experience village life. Taste authentic Calm Resort & Spa (4 star) or The Mountain Heavens (4 star) or Drive to Wilpattu National Park, a unique local cuisine while appreciating a Anantaya Resort & Spa (5 star) 98 Acres (5 star) water basin with nearly 60 lakes which cooking demonstration. BLD attracts thousands of water birds and Aliya Resort (4 star) or is world renowned for its leopards. Heritance Kandalama (5 star)

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YALA NATIONAL PARK

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TRINCOMALEE

DAY 9 Ella DAY 12 Yala National Park – DAY 14 Tangalle – Colombo Today is at leisure in one of Sri Lanka’s Tangalle Your tour concludes with a favourite places to unwind. With a full Today after breakfast travel along departure transfer to the airport for day to enjoy Ella your way; take in an the scenic south coast to Tangalle, a your onward journey. B ayurvedic treatment, visit surrounding stunning region noted for its pristine waterfalls, find a scenic walk, of which beaches and crystal clear waters. BD there are many, or if feeling adventurous Ananya Beach Resort (4 star) or you may wish to climb Little Adam’s Anantara Peace Haven Resort Peak for incredible views. BD (5 star) The Mountain Heavens (4 star) or 98 Acres (5 star) DAY 13 Tangalle / Mirissa Today visit the small town of Mirissa DAY 10 Ella – Yala National Park for the opportunity to see a blue Today leave the tea plantation region whale or sperm whale on your whale and drive to Yala National Park. BD watching excursion. Afterwards drive Jetwing Yala (4 star) or to Koggala to witness the iconic stilt Shangri-La Resorts & Spa (5 star) fishermen at work. Continue your drive to Galle, a historic fort town, for a tour DAY 11 Yala National Park of the Heritage listed fort area with its Depart early for your Jeep safari in charming laneways, rich trading history Yala, the second largest National Park and Dutch-colonial buildings. BD in Sri Lanka and home to a great Ananya Beach Resort (4 star) diversity of wildlife. Look out for or Anantara Peace Haven Resort elephants, sloth bears, water buffaloes, (5 star) wild boars, crocodiles and of course leopards. Yala is one of the best places in the world to spot the elusive big cat. BD Jetwing Yala (4 star) or YALA NATIONAL PARK Shangri-La Resorts & Spa (5 star)

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15 Days / Colombo to Colombo

Iconic towns, historical sites, impressive temples – this

NORTH CENTRAL tour has it all. Add beautiful Anuradhapura beaches, wild elephants, whale and dolphin watching – Habarana Minneriya National Park Sigiriya Polonnaruwa what an amazing introduction to this country endowed with NORTH WESTERN idyllic attractions. Sri Lanka EASTERN holds some of the world’s

CENTRAL ancient cities which you will discover on this UVA

Horton Plains stunning holiday offering Nuwara Eliya Colombo National Park a choice of 4 or 5 star W E S TE accommodation options. R S N ABA RAG Udawalawe A M UW National Park A

SOUTHERN

Galle Mirissa

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Discover Anuradhapura to see the sacred Bo tree, Hotel accommodation in your selected category one of the oldest trees in the world 14 breakfasts and 13 dinners See herds of wild elephants in Udawalawe National Park English-speaking guide/driver Explore the ancient kingdom of Sigiriya Guided tours: Colombo, Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Anuradhapura, Rock Fortress Polonnaruwa, Nuwara Eliya, Horton Plains National Park and Galle Stay in the fortified city of Galle and wander through Minneriya and Udawalawe National Park Jeep Safaris its cobblestone streets Dolphin and whale watching excursion in Mirissa Spot dolphins and whales near sun-kissed High Tea at the historic Grand Hotel, Nuwara Eliya Mirissa beach Entrance fees Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle Arrival and departure transfers

KOGGALA

DAY 1 Colombo DAY 3 Habarana / Take the opportunity to climb to the top World’s End and Baker’s Falls. You Your tour commences with an arrival Anuradhapura of this striking rock with its sheer vertical can choose to hike, or simply enjoy the transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the balance After breakfast drive to the ancient city walls supporting the remnants of an stunning scenery and wait for wildlife to of the day at leisure. of Anuradhapura. This city is famous ancient 5th century city. BD appear. In the afternoon enjoy high tea at Cinnamon Lakeside (4 star) or for its well preserved ruins of an ancient Aliya Resort (4 star) or the historic Grand Hotel where you can Cinnamon Grand (5 star) civilization. It’s also considered a Cinnamon Lodge (5 star) enjoy a selection of small sandwiches sacred place by the Buddhists as it is washed down with a cup of local tea. BD DAY 2 Colombo – Habarana surrounded by various monasteries. DAY 5 Habarana – Nuwara Eliya Araliya Green Hills Hotel (4 star) or This morning explore the vibrant city of Visit the Sacred Bo tree said to be the Your tour continues to the hill station The Grand Hotel (5 star) Colombo. It is a diverse mix of people, oldest historical tree in the world. Also of Nuwara Eliya, also known as ‘Little architecture and religion influenced see Ruwanwelisaya, Thuparamaya England’. Spend an evening in this tea DAY 7 Nuwara Eliya – by ancient kingdoms and European Dagoba and more. BD growing region where the colourful Udawalawe National Park settlers and a great starting point for Aliya Resort (4 star) or chaos of Sri Lanka meets colonial Descend from the high country and your Sri Lankan adventure. You will Cinnamon Lodge (5 star) bungalows, well-tended lawns and red journey to Udawalawe National Park explore with your guide the highlights telephone boxes. BD which is undoubtedly the best place of this wonderful capital which include DAY 4 Habarana / Polonnaruwa Araliya Green Hills Hotel (4 star) or in Sri Lanka to see wild Sri Lankan Pettah Bazaar, Wolvendaal Dutch Today explore the ancient royal capital The Grand Hotel (5 star) Elephants in their natural habitat. BD Church, Gotami Vihara and Hindu Kovil of Polonnaruwa, one of the most Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort* at Slave Island, one of Colombo’s most beautiful centres in Sri Lanka’s cultural DAY 6 Nuwara Eliya / (4 star) impressive Hindu Temples. Depart heritage. Discover on foot, or by bicycle, Horton Plains *Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort is the best hotel Colombo and travel north to the cultural the wonderful treasures that remain in Enjoy the views as you depart early for Horton Plains National Park, travelling in this destination therefore we have chosen it for Triangle. This afternoon join a Jeep the archaeological park including the both 4 and 5 star guests. safari in the Minneriya National Park, four beautiful rock-cut Buddha statues on scenic village roads past Ambewela one of the best places in Sri Lanka to see at Gal Vihara Temple. This afternoon and Pattipola. This stunning National DAY 8 Udawalawe National Park wild elephants. BD drive to the nearby Sigiriya Rock Park lies in the shadows of some of Depart early for your Jeep safari in Aliya Resort (4 star) or Fortress, or Lion Rock, one of Sri Lanka’s highest peaks and offers Udawalawe National Park, home to a Cinnamon Lodge (5 star) Sri Lanka’s most iconic sights. excellent hikes for all levels including great diversity of water birds and

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SIGIRIYA

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ANURADHAPURA

Sri Lankan elephants. The rusty spotted DAY 10 Galle DAYS 13 & 14 Mirissa DAY 15 Mirissa – Colombo cat, fishing cat and Sri Lankan leopard Today is at your leisure to explore. BD With two days at leisure there is Your tour concludes with a departure are also present in the National Park. Thaproban Pavilion Waves (4 star) plenty of time to enjoy the exotic cuisine, transfer to Colombo Airport for your In the afternoon enjoy high tea at the or Armari Galle (5 star) laid-back pace and fiery red sunsets onward journey. B historic Grand Hotel where you can of this magic spot on Sri Lanka’s south enjoy a selection of small sandwiches DAY 11 Galle – Mirissa coast. BD washed down with a cup of local tea. Travel to Mirissa, a tropical paradise Mandara Resort Mirissa (4 star) or Tonight, enjoy a barbeque dinner by located in the South. Whale and dolphin Lantern Boutique Hotel (5 star) campfire. BD watching activities are popular in this Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort area as well capturing the most stunning (4 star) sunsets and sunrises. BD Mandara Resort Mirissa (4 star) or DAY 9 Udawalawe National Park Lantern Boutique Hotel (5 star) – Galle Travel the scenic route along the coast DAY 12 Mirissa to Galle in the southwest. En route visit Enjoy an early morning whale and beautiful beaches, the Wevurukannala dolphin watching tour in this magnificent Buddha Statue (the largest on the location in the Indian Ocean. Mirissa is island) and stilt fishermen in Koggala. famous for its sightings of blue whales Once in Galle, an historic fort town, enjoy and sperm whales but also a great place a tour of the Heritage listed fort area to see dolphins and other wonderful with its charming laneways, rich trading marine life. BD history and Dutch-colonial buildings. BD Mandara Resort Mirissa (4 star) or Thaproban Pavilion Waves (4 star) Lantern Boutique Hotel (5 star) or Armari Galle (5 star)

MIRISSA

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10 Days / Negombo to Colombo

Nainativu Island

Mannar NORTHERN

Willpattu National Park NORTH CENTRAL

Anuradhapura

Minneriya National Park

Dambulla Polonnaruwa Sigiriya

NORTH WESTERN Matale EASTERN

Kandy Negombo CENTRAL UVA Colombo ANURADHAPURA

WESTER

SA Highlights BAR Inclusions with Beyond 2020/2021 departures daily N AG A MU W Discover Anuradhapura and see the A Hotel accommodation in your selected category Prices from $2,440 sacred Bo tree, one of the oldest trees 9 breakfasts and 8 dinners 4 Star Hotels 5 Star Hotels in the world Per Person Twin Share Per Person Twin Share SOUTHERN English-speaking guide/driver Visit and uncover a fascinating 2020 -2021 from $2,440 from $2,560 history, Tamil culture and tradition Guided tours: Anuradhapura, Jaffna, Dambulla Cave Temple, Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Polonnaruwa and Kandy Search for wild elephants in Minneriya For details of 4 and 5 star hotels see page 9. National Park Visit: Matale Spice Garden and Royal Botanical Gardens For the best fares including single and triple prices, Climb the ancient Sigiriya Rock Fortress Minneriya National Park Jeep Safari HOT deals, availability and detailed information, and admire the view from the top Cultural Dance in Kandy visit our dedicated website Witness a traditional Kandyan dance Entrance fees www.sri-lanka-and-beyond.com.au performance executed with acrobatics 1st class rail: Anuradhapura – Jaffna and fire-breathing Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle Earlybird Saving $500 per couple Arrival and departure transfers + $100 per couple Discover More Travel Voucher Deposit by 29 November 2019. Details on pages 10 and 11.

DAY 1 Negombo DAY 4 Anuradhapura – Jaffna DAY 7 Dambulla / Sigiriya – DAY 9 Kandy Your tour commences with an arrival Take a local train north to Jaffna. Polonnaruwa Visit the Royal Botanical Gardens transfer to your hotel in the seaside Enjoy the scenery as it changes from Early today visit nearby Sigiriya Rock before an afternoon free to wander village of Negombo. exotic jungle to shallow lagoons and salt Fortress, or Lion Rock, one of around the city, the 14th century The Gateway Hotel Airport Garden pans as you approach the historic city. In Sri Lanka’s most iconic sights. Take the kingdom is a UNESCO World Heritage (4 star) or Jetwing Blue (5 star) Jaffna you can discover the Sri Lankan opportunity to climb to the top of this site. It’s a fascinating city where you can Tamil culture, tradition and art. BD striking rock which holds the ancient wander along the lake and explore the DAY 2 Negombo – Hotel Valampuri (4 star) or 5th century city. This afternoon explore local markets. BD Anuradhapura Hotel Jetwing Jaffna (5 star) the ancient royal capital of Polonnaruwa. Cinnamon Citadel (4 star) or This morning explore the seaside Discover the wonderful treasures that Earl’s Regency (5 star) village of Negombo with its traces of old DAY 5 Jaffna remain in the archaeological park. BD colonial charm, an interesting Dutch-era Travel slightly off the beaten track Aliya Resort (4 star) or DAY 10 Kandy – Colombo fortlet and Catholic Church. BD with a ferry ride to the small island of Liyya Water Villas (5 star) Your tour concludes with a departure Palm Garden Village (4 star) or Nainativu. Visit the ancient Hindu shrine transfer to Colombo Airport. B Forest Rock Garden (5 star) of Nagapooshani Temple and DAY 8 Dambulla – Kandy the Buddhist shrine Nagadeepa Vihara. Proceed to Kandy, enroute visit the DAY 3 Anuradhapura Later travel back to Jaffna to visit Jaffna Dambulla Cave Temple, the best- Explore the ancient city of Fort and Nallur Kovil. BD preserved cave temple complex in Anuradhapura, the world heritage Hotel Valampuri (4 star) or Sri Lanka. Also stop at Matale to explore city famous for its well preserved Hotel Jetwing Jaffna (5 star) the fragrant spice garden. In Kandy, visit ruins of an ancient civilisation. the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Visit the Sacred Bo tree, said to be DAY 6 Jaffna – Dambulla a complex said to hold the tooth of the the oldest historical tree in the world. Drive to Dambulla in the heart of the Lord Buddha himself. This evening Also explore Ruwanweliseya Stupa cultural triangle. In the afternoon join a witness a cultural Kandyan Dance and Thuparamaya Dagoba. BD Jeep safari in the Minneriya National performance, a colourful spectacle Palm Garden Village (4 star) or Park, one of the best places in Sri Lanka including fire-walkers. BD Forest Rock Garden (5 star) to see wild elephants. BD Cinnamon Citadel (4 star) or Aliya Resort (4 star) or Earl’s Regency (5 star) Liyya Water Villas (5 star) JAFFNA

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11 Days / Colombo to Colombo

NORTH CENTRAL

Habarana Sigiriya

NORTH WESTERN Matale EASTERN

Kegalle CENTRAL Kandy Nanu Oya Nuwara Eliya Colombo UVA W Ambewela E S TE SA B R AR N AG A MU Yala W Bentota A National Park Kosgoda Balapitiya Ambalangoda SOUTHERN

Galle Koggala YALA NATIONAL PARK

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Discover the ancient kingdom 4 star hotel accommodation and tented camping Prices from $2,820 per person twin share of Sigiriya Rock Fortress 10 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 9 dinners For details of 4 star hotels see page 9. Watch colourful fire-walkers and move English-speaking guide/driver to the beat of the drums in Kandy For the best fares including single and triple prices, Guided tours: Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Hiriwadunna Village Walk, HOT deals, availability and detailed information, Travel across the scenic Kandy Temple of the Tooth, Royal Botanical Gardens and Galle high-country aboard a local train visit our dedicated website Visit: Elephant Freedom project in Kegalle, Matale Spice Garden, Experience a bygone era in Ambewela farm, Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery and Ambalangoda www.sri-lanka-and-beyond.com.au the colonial town of Nuwara Eliya Mask Museum Search for the elusive leopard Yala National Park Jeep Safari and Madu River Boat Safari Earlybird Saving per couple on safari in Yala National Park $500 Scenic high country train journey: Kandy – Nanu Oya Relax on the golden sands + $100 per couple Discover More Travel Voucher Entrance fees of Bentota beach Deposit by 29 November 2019. Details on pages 10 and 11. Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle Arrival and departure transfers

DAY 1 Colombo DAY 4 Sigiriya – Matale – Kandy Eliya where colourful chaos of Sri Lanka Galle, and Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery, Welcome to Sri Lanka! Your tour Proceed to Kandy, stopping en route meets colonial bungalows, well-tended a haven for endangered turtles. BD commences with an arrival transfer to visit Matale Spice Garden. Explore lawns and red telephone boxes. BD Centara Ceysands & Spa (4 star) to your hotel. the fragrant Garden where you will Jetwing St. Andrew’s (4 star) Hilton Colombo Residences (4 star) be introduced to a variety of spices. DAY 10 Bentota / Balapitiya On arrival in Kandy, visit the Temple of DAY 7 Nuwara Eliya – Enjoy a morning boat safari along the DAY 2 Colombo – the Sacred Tooth Relic, a complex said Yala National Park Madu River to explore the beautiful Kegalle – Sigiriya to hold the tooth of the Lord Buddha Descend from the high country and nature and search for local wildlife. Depart Colombo and travel along the himself. Afterwards enjoy an evening journey to Yala National Park. BD Spend the afternoon on the world-class bustling Kandy Road past small villages, Kandyan Dance performance, Big Game Camp Yala beach of Bentota. BD chaotic towns and roadside carts selling a colourful spectacle including (tented camping) Centara Ceysands & Spa (4 star) an array of local produce. En route fire-walkers. BD DAY 8 Yala National Park DAY 11 Bentota – Colombo stop at the Elephant Freedom Project Amaya Hills (4 star) where you can encounter the resident Depart early for your Jeep safari in Yala, Your tour concludes with a departure elephants. Complete the day DAY 5 Kandy the second largest National Park in transfer to the airport. B in Sigiriya. BD Visit the Royal Botanical Gardens and Sri Lanka and home to a great diversity Aliya Resort (4 star) walk through the well-tended lawns, see of wildlife, most famous of which is the the beautiful terrace gardens and the leopard. Look out for elephants, sloth DAY 3 Sigiriya / Habarana giant Javan fig tree. BD bears, water buffaloes, peacocks and This morning visit the iconic Sigiriya Rock Amaya Hills (4 star) more. Yala is known as one of the best Fortress, or Lion Rock. Take the places in the world to spot the elusive opportunity to climb to the top of this DAY 6 Kandy – Nanu Oya – big cat. BD striking rock which holds the remnants Ambewela – Nuwara Eliya Big Game Camp Yala of an ancient 5th century city. Afterwards Depart Kandy by local train to Nanu Oya (tented camping) visit Hiriwadunna village, where you through high country where you will will have the opportunity to experience travel pass green tea-clad hills, villages DAY 9 Yala National Park – village life. Meet with a local family, and waterfalls. On arrival, transfer to the Galle – Kosgoda – Bentota see first-hand the traditional cooking picturesque Ambewela farm, home to Travel the scenic route along the coast methods and taste the local cuisine. BLD roaming purebred cows and delicious to Bentota. En route stop by the stilt fishermen in Koggala, explore historic Aliya Resort (4 star) local produce. Continue to Nuwara UDAWALAWE

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10 Days / Negombo to Male

NORTH CENTRAL

Sigiriya Minneriya National Park Dambulla Polonnaruwa NORTH WESTERN Matale EASTERN

CENTRAL Negombo Kandy

UVA WESTERN MALDIVES Nuwara Eliya Colombo

Male W S E A S B TE AR R AG N A MU W A

SOUTHERN

Vaadhoo Island MALDIVES

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Discover the ancient kingdom of Sri Lanka Prices from $5,870 per person twin share Sigiriya Rock Fortress 5 star hotel accommodation Transportation by *Please contact Beyond Travel or visit our website for a detailed list of Wander through the colonial town of 6 breakfasts and 5 dinners air-conditioned vehicle inclusions pertaining to the all inclusive package. Nuwara Eliya English-speaking guide/driver Arrival and departure transfers For details of hotels see page 9. Search for Wild Elephants in Minneriya National Park Guided tours: Sigiriya Rock Maldives For the best fares including single and triple prices, Fortress, Polonnaruwa, HOT deals, availability and detailed information, Explore the fascinating ancient 5 star resort accommodation Dambulla Cave Temples, in an over water villa visit our dedicated website monuments of Polonnaruwa Kandy Temple of the tooth www.sri-lanka-and-beyond.com.au Enjoy white sand beaches and clear Relic and Nuwara Eliya All inclusive dining and beverage package* water at your Maldives Resort Cultural Dance in Kandy Economy air ticket: Earlybird Saving $500 per couple Minneriya National Park Colombo – Male Jeep Safari per couple Discover More Travel Voucher Return speedboat transfer: + $100 Entrance fees Male – Vaadhoo Island – Male Deposit by 29 November 2019. Details on pages 10 and 11.

DAY 1 Negombo DAY 4 Dambulla – Kandy Wolvendaal Dutch Church, Gotami DAY 10 Maldives Your tour commences with an arrival Proceed to Kandy, stopping en route Vihara and Hindu Kovil at Slave Island, Your tour concludes with your return transfer to your hotel in the seaside to visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, the one of Colombo’s most impressive journey to Male. B village of Negombo. best-preserved cave temple complex Hindu Temples. BD Jetwing Blue (5 star) in Sri Lanka. This Buddhist place of Cinnamon Grand Hotel (5 star) worship is thought to date back to the DAY 2 Negombo – 1st century, and houses the country’s DAY 7 Colombo – Maldives Sigiriya – Dambulla most sacred Buddha images. Today you will be transferred to the Depart Negombo and travel to the On arrival in Kandy visit the Royal Palace airport for your short flight to Male, the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, or Lion Rock, (now a museum) and the Temple of capital of the Maldives. On arrival you will one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic sights. the Sacred Tooth Relic to witness the be met and transferred by speedboat to Take the opportunity to climb to the evening offering known as “Pooja”. BD stunning Vaadhoo Island, a memorable top of this striking rock to discover the Earls Regency Hotel (5 star) location surrounded by its own exotic remnants of an ancient city. BD reef teeming with vibrant aquatic flora Liyya Water Villas (5 star) DAY 5 Kandy – Nuwara Eliya and fauna. BD Continue to the hill station of Nuwara Adaaran Prestige Vadoo (5 star) DAY 3 Dambulla / Polonnaruwa Eliya, also known as ‘Little England’ Explore the ancient royal capital of where the colourful chaos of Sri Lanka DAY 8/9 Maldives Polonnaruwa, one of the most beautiful meets colonial bungalows, well-tended Welcome to paradise! The next two cities in Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage. lawns and red telephone boxes. BD days are yours to relax your way, Discover on foot, or by bicycle, the The Grand Hotel (5 star) whether that is lazing in an over-water wonderful treasures that remain in the hammock, snorkelling, or poolside with archaeological park including the four DAY 6 Nuwara Eliya – Colombo a cocktail in hand. Let the Indian Ocean beautiful rock-cut Buddha statues at Descend from the high country as you and its infinite horizon, whiter than-white “Gal Vihara Temple. This evening join return down the coast to explore the sand and gentle sea breeze work its a Jeep safari in the Minneriya National capital city of Colombo, a diverse mix magic as you relish in the ultimate island Park, one of the best places in Sri Lanka of people, architecture and religion getaway. All Inclusive* to see wild elephants. BD influenced by ancient kingdoms and Adaaran Prestige Vadoo (5 star) Liyya Water Villas (5 star) European settlers. Visit Pettah Bazaar, DAMBULLA

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BENTOTA TRINCOMALEE

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Relax on the golden sands of the Hotel accommodation in your Enjoy palm studded white sands Hotel accommodation in your world class Bentota beach selected category beaches in Trincomalee selected category Wander through the cobblestone 5 breakfasts and 4 dinners Admire the vibrant colours and 5 breakfasts and 4 dinners streets of the colonial city of Galle Guided tours: Galle ancient history of Koneswaram Guided tours: Trincomalee temple in Trincomalee Explore the picturesque Madu River Madu river cruise and Passikudah by boat Visit the beautiful resort town of Entrance fees Visit: Kosgoda turtle hatchery Passikudah and enjoy the and Lunuganga gardens clear waters and golden sand Transportation by Entrance fees air-conditioned vehicle Transportation by Arrival and departure transfers air-conditioned vehicle Arrival and departure transfers

DAY 1 Colombo – Bentota DAY 3 Bentota / Balapitiya – DAY 1 Colombo – Trincomalee DAY 3 Trincomalee Today drive to the southwest to visit the Lunuganga Today drive to the east coast to Today you have the opportunity to visit world-class beach of Bentota. This morning drive to Balapitiya to join Trincomalee or Trinco, renowned as the Maritime and Naval History Museum 5 nights at Centara Ceysands a boat safari along the Madu River to one of the most picturesque natural established near where Resort and Spa (4 star) or explore the beautiful nature and search harbours in the world and popular for the Dutch first landed in the 16th century. Cinnamon Bey Beruwala (5 star) for local wildlife. Then continue to the whale watching. Later visit Marble Beach. BD famous town of Lunuganga to visit the 5 nights at Trinco Blu by Cinnamon DAY 2 Bentota / Galle – Kosgoda beautiful gardens in the residence of (4 star) or Jungle Beach by Uga DAY 4/5 Trincomalee Travel the scenic route along the renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa. BD Escapes (5 star) With two days at leisure you may wish coast to the historic fort town of Galle. to explore Trinco Fort, Koneswaram Explore this Heritage listed fort area DAY 4/5 Bentota DAY 2 Trincomalee / Temple and Lover’s Leap. Or delve with its charming laneways, rich trading Enjoy a full day to experience the Passikudah into the underwater world with a visit to history and Dutch-colonial buildings. country’s coast and all it has to offer. BD Leave early this morning for your short Pigeon Island, a magnificent spot for Afterwards visit Kosgoda Turtle drive to Passikudah. The white sandy snorkelling and diving. BD Hatchery where volunteers provide a DAY 6 Bentota – Colombo beaches, shallow waters and coral reefs of haven for turtles to hatch without the Your stay on Sri Lanka beautiful west Passikudah Bay make it the perfect place DAY 6 Trincomalee – Colombo stresses of nature and treatment to coast concludes today with a departure to enjoy walks along the unspoilt beautiful Your stay concludes with a departure injured turtles. BD transfer to the airport. B beaches, swimming or just relaxing. BD transfer to Colombo airport. B

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& BEYOND HARYANA Delhi NEP Discover cave temples, desert fortresses, holy rivers, wildlife AL encounters, enchanting rituals, wandering cows, a stunning Ganges RAJASTHAN Agra UTTAR coastline, mouth-watering curries and famous festivals. Jaipur Fatehpur Sikri PRADESH

India is an enigma, it is magnificent and mesmerising, crazy and chaotic – BIHAR an absolute assault on the senses in the best way. From snow-capped Himalayan Ranthambore mountain peaks and the colourful cities of Rajasthan to the mighty rivers of the Brahmaputra and Ganges and the sun, sea and spices of the scenic south there is so much to explore. The diversity of India’s landscapes, food, festivals, religion, people, traditions and experiences is astounding and will captivate you at every turn. GUJARAT

MADHYA PRADESH

CHHATTISGARH MAHARASHTRA

Small Group Tour

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8 Days / Delhi to Delhi INDIA

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Ganges

RAJASTHAN Agra UTTAR Jaipur Fatehpur Sikri PRADESH

BIHAR Ranthambore

GUJARAT

MADHYA PRADESH RANTHAMBORE NATIONAL PARK

Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 Guaranteed departures Take a rickshaw ride through Locally escorted in ENGLISH ONLY Jan 10, 17, 31; Feb 7, 14, 28; Mar 6, 13, 27; Apr 10; May 8; Jun 5; Jul 11; Aug 8; Sep 5 the colourful laneways of CHHATTISGARH MAHARASHTRA Tour accommodation in 5 star hotels Chandni Chowk Bazaar *Ranthambore National Park is closed July to September. For these departures, and a jungle resort travellers will spend an extra night in Delhi. Marvel at the world’s most famous 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 7 dinners monument to love, the Taj Mahal Guided tours: Delhi, Agra and Jaipur Prices from $1,260 per person twin share Explore the stunning architecture of the ghost city Fatehpur Sikri Visit: Fatehpur Sikri For details of 5 star hotels see page 9. 2 Jeep safaris in Ranthambore National Park* Admire incredible views of the pink For the best fares including single and triple prices, HOT deals, city of Jaipur from the Amber Fort Entrance fees availability and detailed information, visit our dedicated website Go on safari in Ranthambore Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle www.india-and-beyond.com.au National Park Arrival and departure transfers See the imposing Qutub Minar tower Earlybird Saving $200 per couple Small Group Tour Deposit by 29 November 2019. Details on pages 10 and 11.

DAY 1 Delhi DAY 4 Agra / Fatehpur Sikri DAY 6 Ranthambore – Jaipur Your tour commences with an arrival Explore the iconic Taj Mahal, the famous Enjoy a morning safari for another transfer to your hotel in vibrant Delhi. monument of love. This architectural opportunity to spot animals. Then drive Vivanta By Taj New Delhi wonder was built by the emperor in to Jaipur the pristine jewel in the desert (5 star) loving memory of his beloved queen. sands of Rajasthan. This evening enjoy Continue on to the of Agra, a dinner with a Rajasthan Cultural Dance DAY 2 Delhi powerful fortress of red sandstone. This performance. BD Today you will explore the old and new afternoon travel to nearby Fatehpur Sikri Trident Jaipur (5 star) of India. Start with the imposing Red Fort to explore the grounds of this one time known for its massive enclosing walls of capital of the and now DAY 7 Jaipur red sandstone. Visit Jama Masjid one of fascinating ghost city. See the stunning This morning visit the Amber Fort, the largest mosques in India, followed remains including the three palaces built a classic romantic Rajasthani Fort- by a visit to Gandhi’s memorial at Raj by Emperor Akbar, one for each of his Palace, which stands tall overlooking Ghat. This evening, join your fellow tour favourite wives. BD the Pink City. Ascend by Jeep to reach DELHI members at a welcome dinner. BD Trident Agra (5 star) or similar the inner citadel, where you will find an Vivanta By Taj Dwarka New Delhi extensive palace complex, including the (5 star) DAY 5 Agra – Ranthambore magnificent Chamber of a Thousand Today drive to Ranthambore, famous for Mirrors. BD DAY 3 Delhi – Agra the Royal Bengal Tigers, where spotting Trident Jaipur (5 star) This morning explore New Delhi with a the big cat in its natural habitat can be an visit to Birla House, the former residence experience. Enjoy an afternoon safari DAY 8 Jaipur – Delhi of Mahatma Gandhi. Afterwards drive Return to Delhi (approx. 6 hours), check where you have the opportunity to spot + along the Rajpath past the famous various indigenous animals, such as in at hotel where you have day use India Gate, the Houses of Parliament, tiger, nilgai, chausingha, chital, chinkara, 8.30pm followed by a transfer to the Connaught Place and visit Humayun’s wild boar, jungle cat, ratel, hyena, airport for your onward journey. BD Tomb, the first garden-tomb of India. porcupine, the Rhesus Macaque and + Day use: Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka. Continue to the 75m high Qutub Minar, the black-faced Langur. BLD an incredible red sandstone tower. Tiger Den Resort (Jungle Resort) Afterwards continue on to Agra. BD Trident Agra (5 star) or similar

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Explore the lands of the Maharajas. Go in search of the elusive tiger in Ranthambore National Park

HARYANA – one of the world’s best known wilderness areas. Here the landscape Alsisar Delhi Bikaner is dominatedNEPAL by the 10th century fortress while the valleys have Mandawa Ganges Deshnoke numerous cenotaphs, ruins and Jaisalmer Jaipur Agra UTTAR PRADESH Pushkar Fatehpur Sikri abandoned settlements. Visit the

Jodhpur RAJASTHAN fascinating desertBIHA cityR of Pushkar and Ranthambore the city of lakes Udaipur. Appreciate the medieval feel of Jaisalmer, and a Udaipur ride a camel to near-by sand dunes. Get a glimpse into a bygone era and join us in Rajasthan. GUJARAT

MADHYA PRADESH

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Visit 9 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Locally escorted in ENGLISH ONLY CHHATTISGARH Search for Bengal tigers in RanthamboreMAHARASHTRA National Park Tour accommodation in 4 to 5 star, jungle resort Marvel at the beautiful Havelis in Mandawa and Heritage hotels Enjoy a Rajasthani cultural dance at dinner in Jaipur 15 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 15 dinners Marvel at the breath-taking proudly overlooking Guided tours: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Pushkar, Udaipur, the golden plains of the great Thar Desert Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner and Alsisar Witness the iconic Taj Mahal, the famous monument to love Visit: Fatehpur Sikri, Deshnoke Rat Temple and Mandawa Have time to appreciate the desert landscape as you drive 2 Jeep Safaris in Ranthambore National Park* from Jodhpur to Jaisalmer See the beautiful frescos depicting life in Rajasthan in Mandawa, Entrance fees ‘The Open Air Art Gallery’ of Rajasthan Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle Stay in the Alsisar Mahal, a Heritage hotel with magnificent Arrival and departure transfers architecture and mesmerising interiors including antique furniture offering a luxurious ambiance fit for royalty

Small Group Tour

DAY 1 Delhi Continue to the 75m high Qutub Minar, where you have the opportunity to spot DAY 8 Jaipur – Pushkar Your tour commences with an arrival an incredible red sandstone tower. various indigenous animals, such as Today drive to fascinating Pushkar, transfer to your hotel in vibrant Delhi. Afterwards continue on to Agra. BD tiger, nilgai, chausingha, chital, chinkara, the desert city is home to interesting Vivanta By Taj Dwarka New Delhi Trident Agra (5 star) or similar wild boar, jungle cat, ratel, hyena, bathing Ghats, onion domes and (5 star) porcupine, the Rhesus Macaque and temples. Then visit the famous DAY 4 Agra / Fatehpur Sikri the black-faced Langur BLD temple of Lord Brahma. BD DAY 2 Delhi Explore the iconic Taj Mahal, the famous Tiger Den Resort (Jungle Resort) The Green House Resort Today you will explore the old and new monument of love. The architectural (Tented Resort) of India. Start with the imposing Red Fort wonder was built by the emperor in DAY 6 Ranthambore – Jaipur known for its massive enclosing walls of loving memory of his beloved queen. Enjoy a morning safari for another DAY 9 Pushkar – Udaipur red sandstone. Visit Jama Masjid one of Continue on to the Red Fort of Agra, a opportunity to spot animals. Then drive Continue your exploration of Rajasthan the largest mosques in India, followed powerful fortress of red sandstone. This to Jaipur the pristine jewel in the desert as you drive to Udaipur, a city of lakes by a visit to Gandhi’s memorial at Raj afternoon travel to nearby Fatehpur Sikri sands of Rajasthan. This evening enjoy set against the beautiful backdrop of the Ghat. This evening, join your fellow tour to explore the grounds of this one time dinner with a Rajasthan Cultural Dance Aravalli Hills. BD members at a welcome dinner. BD capital of the Mughal Empire and now performance. BD Trident Udaipur (5 star) Vivanta By Taj Dwarka New Delhi fascinating ghost city. See the stunning Trident Jaipur (5 star) (5 star) remains include the three palaces built DAY 10 Udaipur by Emperor Akbar, one for each of his DAY 7 Jaipur Today you will visit the impressive DAY 3 Delhi – Agra favourite wives. BD This morning visit the Amber Fort, a City Palace, Saheliyon-Ki-Bari gardens This morning explore New Delhi with a Trident Agra (5 star) or similar classic romantic Rajasthani Fort-Palace, and Fateh Sagar Lake. Continue on visit to Birla House, the former residence which stands tall overlooking the to visit Jagdish Temple, a large Hindu of Mahatma Gandhi. Afterwards drive DAY 5 Agra – Ranthambore Pink City. Choose to ascend by Jeep temple famous for its intricate rock along the Rajpath past the famous Today drive to Ranthambore, famous for to reach the inner citadel, where you carvings. Later in the evening enjoy a India Gate, the Houses of Parliament, the Royal Bengal Tigers, where spotting will find an extensive palace complex, boat ride on Lake Pichola. BD Connaught Place and visit Humayun’s the big cat in its natural habitat can be an including the magnificent Chamber of a Trident Udaipur (5 star) Tomb, the first garden-tomb of India. experience. Enjoy an afternoon safari Thousand Mirrors. BD Trident Jaipur (5 star)

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JAISALMER FORT

2020 Guaranteed departures Jan 10, 17, 31; Feb 7, 14, 28; Mar 6, 13, 27; Apr 10; May 8; Jun 5; Jul 11; Aug 8; Sep 5 For details of 4 and 5 star hotels and Heritage properties see page 9. Note: Ranthambore National Park is closed 1 July – 30 September. For these departures, travellers will spend an extra night in Delhi.

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JODHPUR

DAY 11 Udaipur – Jodhpur DAY 13 Jaisalmer DAY 15 Bikaner – Proceed to the stunning city of Jodhpur. Today, visit Jaisalmer Fort (Sonar Fort) Mandawa – Alsisar This afternoon visit Fort, one of the largest fully preserved fortified This morning drive to Deshnoke to visit one of the largest forts in India. cities in the world. This afternoon the famous Rat Temple dedicated to Inside its boundaries are several explore the Jain temple dating to the 11th the Goddess Karni Mata. The interiors palaces known for their intricate century BC and Patwon-ki-Haveli, the are decorated with intricate marble carvings and expansive courtyards. home of a wealthy merchant. This five- panels, silver and gold. Afterwards drive Then visit Jaswant Thada, a white storey complex is the most elaborate of to Mandawa, “The Open Air Art Gallery marble memorial with an array of Jaisalmer’s havelis. We also visit Gadisar of Rajasthan”. Admire the havelis, where whimsical domes. BD Tank, a scenic lake with numerous the walls have been decorated with Radisson Jodhpur (5 star) beautiful shrines. This afternoon drive to beautiful frescos depicting different Sam village to ride camels to the nearby aspects of the life in Rajasthan. Continue DAY 12 Jodhpur – Jaisalmer sand dunes to enjoy a beautiful desert to Alsisar to enjoy the balance of the day Drive to Jaisalmer across the desert, sunset. BD at leisure. BD witnessing its magic as the city Hotel Rawal Kot (4 star) Alsisar Mahal (Heritage) shimmers like a mirage in the distance. The golden sandstone walls and narrow DAY 14 Jaisalmer – Bikaner DAY 16 Alsisar – Delhi streets lined with exquisitely carved Drive to Bikaner and check in at the Return to Delhi (approx. 6 hours), buildings, through which camel carts heritage hotel, Lalgarh Palace which check in at hotel where you have day trudge leisurely, has an extraordinarily was commissioned by a former wuse 8.30pm followed by a transfer to medieval feel and an incredible Maharaja. This afternoon visit the the airport for your onward journey. BD atmosphere. BD impressive and admire its Hotel Rawal Kot (4 star) beautifully decorated interiors. BD Lalgarh Palace (Heritage)

PUSHKAR

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13 Days / Delhi to Delhi

It’s easy to see why this is one of our best selling tours. Discover Delhi,

HARYANA which offers a staggering array of Delhi NEPAL architecture, notable monuments include three UNESCO World

RAJASTHAN Heritage Sites. In Varanasi, you’ll Ganges Bharatpur explore old forts and vibrant markets, Agra UTTAR Jaipur PRADESH while Khajuraho offers over 100 sacred structures. The first BIHAR Ranthambore sight of the Taj Mahal in Agra Jhansi always takes a visitor’s breath away – Varanasi it is an architectural masterpiece of Khajuraho exquisite craftsmanship and perfect proportions. Search out tigers on two

GUJARAT safaris in Ranthambore and have MADHYA PRADESH time to wander the bazaars, palaces

CHHATTISGARH and ancient temples of Jaipur. TAJ MAHAL

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Visit theMAHARASHTRA spectacular Jama Masjid, India’s largest Mosque in Delhi Hotel accommodation in your selected category Witness the unique Aarti ceremony on the banks of the River Ganges 12 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners Observe the Hindu way of life along the shores of the Ganges on English-speaking local guides a sunrise boat trip Guided tours: Delhi, Varanasi, Khajuraho, Agra and Jaipur Marvel at the architectural wonder of the incredible UNESCO listed Khajuraho Temples Sunrise Ganges river cruise See the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World 2 Jeep or canter safaris in Ranthambore National Park Search for the Bengal tiger in Ranthambore National Park Entrance fees Admire stunning views of the pink city of Jaipur from the Amber Fort Economy class airfare: Delhi – Varanasi, Varanasi – Khajuraho Air-conditioned chair class rail: Jhansi – Agra, Bharatpur – Ranthambore Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle Arrival and departure transfers

DAY 1 Delhi DAY 3 Delhi – Varanasi town of Sarnath to see Buddha temples, DAY 7 Agra Your tour commences with an arrival Your day starts with a flight to Varanasi, the Dhamekha stupa, Chaukhandi stupa Today starts with a tour to Agra transfer to your hotel. one of the most vibrant and fascinating and the Archaeological museum. B Fort, known as the Red Fort, before The Royal Plaza (4 star) or places on earth. The Old Town is one of The HHI Varanasi (4 star) or continuing on to marvel at one of The Metropolitan (5 star) the oldest in the world and its twisting Radisson Hotel (5 star) the Seven Wonders of the World, streets are home to an array of ancient the Taj Mahal. With your guide you DAY 2 Delhi temples where you can see local life. DAY 5 Varanasi – Khajuraho will explore the famous monument of Your full day sightseeing of Old and Visit the spectacular Dashashwamedh This morning take a short flight to love, a flawless architectural creation New Delhi begins with a ride by Ghat on the Ganges River, Khajuraho, where your tour takes you built by the emperor in memory of his cycle rickshaw, through the colourful Temple, the famous Kashi Vishwanath to the UNESCO World Heritage site of beloved queen. B laneways of Chandni Chowk Market Temple and Bharat Mata Temple. Khajuraho Temple. The small town of Ramada Hotel (4 star) or followed by a visit to Jama Masjid, This evening witness the beautiful Khajuraho is known for its enormous Trident Agra (5 star) one of the largest mosques in India. ceremony Ganga Aarti, where Hindu intricately sculptured temples Photo stop at the Red Fort, visit to Raj priests perform a spiritual ritual with adorned by vignettes of passion, DAY 8 Agra – Ranthambore Ghat a memorial dedicated to Gandhi. fire each tonight to crowds from all over eroticism, dance and music. B This morning you have the Later drive along the broad Rajpath, the world. B Hotel Ramada (4 star) or opportunity to witness the Taj Mahal past the India Gate and Parliament The HHI Varanasi (4 star) or Radisson Hotel (5 star) at sunrise (optional, to be paid locally) House followed by a visit to the splendid Radisson Hotel (5 star) before continuing on to Bharatpur Tomb of Humayun built in memory of DAY 6 Khajuraho – railway station to board the train to Emperor Humayun and Qutub Minar DAY 4 Varanasi Jhansi – Agra Ranthambore, one of India’s most the soaring 73 metre high tower. B Today begins early morning where you Travel to Jhansi railway station to board renowned national parks. BD The Royal Plaza (4 star) or board a small boat on the River Ganges a train to Agra. Straddling the holy Hotel Ranthambore Regency The Metropolitan (5 star) to witness the sunrise. Experience the Yamuna River, Agra is one point along (4 star) or Hotel Nahargarh mystical and spiritual events as you the Golden Triangle route where you will (5 star, Heritage stay) watch the people offering water to the discover majestic architectural creations Sun God and devotees taking a holy dip and a rich tradition of art and culture. B in the Ganges. Later visit the Buddhist Ramada Hotel (4 star) or Trident Agra (5 star)

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2020/2021 departures daily Prices from $2,450 4 Star Hotels 5 Star Hotels Per Person Twin Share Per Person Twin Share 2020-2021 from $2,450 from $2,900

For details of 4 and 5 star hotels and Heritage properties see page 9. Note: Ranthambore National Park is closed 1 July – 30 September. During this time you can visit Samode as an alternative.

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RANTHAMBORE NATIONAL PARK KHAJURAHO

DAY 9 Ranthambore romantic Rajasthan Fort-Palace, which Located where the Aravali Range stands tall overlooking the Pink City. and plateau of the Vindhyas meet, Visit the inner citadel, where you will Ranthambore was once where find an extensive palace complex, the royals of Jaipur hunted and is including the magnificent Chamber of considered a prominent heritage site a Thousand Mirrors. This afternoon due to the ancient ruins found inside. visits the impressive Maharaja’s City The park contains a huge variety of flora Palace which features a striking bled of and fauna and is most famous for its Rajasthani and Mughal architecture and tiger population and today you will get Jan tar . Lastly, a photo-stop at the opportunity to search for the parks the famous Hawa Mahal also known as famous inhabitants on two exciting The Palace of Winds. B safaris in the vast wildlife reserve. BLD Lemon Tree Premier (4 star) or Hotel Ranthambore Regency Trident Jaipur (5 star) (4 star) or Hotel Nahargarh (5 star, Heritage stay) DAY 12 Jaipur – Delhi Leaving the Rajasthani capital behind DAY 10 Ranthambore – Jaipur you will return to Delhi. After arrival After breakfast it’s onward to Jaipur and hotel check in you will have the the pristine jewel in the desert sands of remainder of the day at leisure. B Rajasthan, also know as the Pink City. B The Royal Plaza (4 star) or Lemon Tree Premier (4 star) or The Metropolitan Hotel (5 star) Trident Jaipur (5 star) DAY 13 Delhi DAY 11 Jaipur Your tour concludes with a departure Today’s full day sightseeing tour takes transfer for your onward journey. B you to the Amber Fort, a classic VARANASI

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7 Days / Delhi to Delhi

HARYANA Delhi

Ganges RAJASTHAN Agra UTTAR PRADESH Jaipur Fatehpur Sikri

MADHYA PRADESH JAIPUR GUJARAT Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020/2021 departures daily Take a rickshaw ride through the Hotel accommodation in your selected category Prices from $1,325 colourful laneways of Chandni 6 breakfasts Chowk Bazaar 4 Star Hotels 5 Star Hotels English-speaking local guides Admire the stunning Taj Mahal, one of Per Person Twin Share Per Person Twin Share Guided tours: Delhi, Agra and Jaipur the seven wonders of the world 2020-2021 from $1,325 from $1,440 Be awe-struck by the impressive Visit: Fatehpur Sikri Agra Fort Entrance fees For details of 4 and 5 star hotels and heritage properties see page 9. Explore the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle For the best fares including single and triple prices, HOT deals, availability and detailed information, Arrival and departure transfers Admire incredible views of the pink city visit our dedicated website of Jaipur from Amber fort www.india-and-beyond.com.au

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DAY 1 Delhi DAY 3 Delhi – Agra DAY 5 Jaipur Your tour commences with an This morning leave Delhi for Today’s full day sightseeing arrival transfer to your hotel in Agra, home to the iconic tour takes you to Amber Fort, Discover more of India with vibrant Delhi. Taj Mahal. Explore the famous a classic romantic Rajasthan one of these extensions. The Royal Plaza (4 star) or monument of love, a flawless Fort-Palace, which stands The Metropolitan (5 star) architectural creation built by tall over looking the Pink City. RANTHAMBORE EXTENSION the emperor in memory of his Discover the inner citadel, DAY 2 Delhi beloved queen. Later continue where you will find an extensive Visit Ranthambore National Park one of the Today’s full sightseeing tour on to Agra Fort, a powerful palace complex, including largest national parks in Rajasthan. Located takes you to Old and New Delhi. fortress of red sandstone. B the magnificent Chamber of a near the Aravalli Ranges the park has a diverse Explore the winding streets and Ramada Hotel (4 star) or Thousand Mirrors. This afternoon range of flora, fauna and wildlife. laneways by cycle rickshaw Trident Agra (5 star) visits the Maharaja’s City Palace Note: Ranthambore National Park is closed in Chandni Chowk one of the and Jantar Mantar. Lastly, a photo oldest and busiest markets in DAY 4 Agra – stop at Hawa Mahal also known 01 July – 30 September. Old Delhi. Visit Jama Masjid one Fatephur Sikri – Jaipur as The Palace of Winds. B of the largest mosques in India, Early this morning you will have Umaid Bhawan Heritage VARANASI EXTENSION followed by a visit to Gandhi’s the opportunity to witness the Hotel (Heritage) Explore Varanasi one of the most colourful memorial at Raj Ghat. Later drive Taj Mahal at sunrise (optional – places on earth. Board a small boat on along the broad Rajpath known to be paid locally). Afterwards DAY 6 Jaipur – Delhi as Kings Way past India Gate travel to Fatehpur Sikri to explore Return by road to India’s the Ganges River witness the sunrise and and Parliament House before the fascinating ghost city before bustling capital Delhi where experience the mystical and spiritual events visiting the Tomb of Humayun continuing on to Jaipur, the the remainder of your day is as you watch people take a holy dip in the and Qutub Minar. B colourful capital of Rajasthan. B at leisure. B Ganges. Wander through the winding streets The Royal Plaza (4 star) or Umaid Bhawan Heritage The Royal Plaza (4 star) or of the old town and discover the history. The Metropolitan (5 star) Hotel (Heritage) The Metropolitan (5 star) DAY 7 Delhi Please contact Beyond Travel for full detail on tours that include these Return to Delhi where your tour fascinating destinations, or visit our dedicated website concludes on arrival. B www.india-and-beyond.com.au

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14 Days / Delhi to Udaipur

HARYANA

Delhi NEPAL

RAJASTHAN Ganges Agra Kalakho UTTAR Jaipur PRADESH Fatehpur Sikri

BIHAR Nimaj Jodhpur Deogarh Ranakpur

Udaipur

GUJARAT MADHYA PRADESH

FATEHPUR SIKRI

Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020/2021 departures daily MAHARASHTRA Admire the stunning Taj Mahal, one Hotel accommodation in your selected category Prices from $2,550 of the Seven Wonders of the World 13 breakfasts and 3 dinners 4 Star Hotels 5 Star Hotels Explore the impressive English-speaking local guides Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur Per Person Twin Share Per Person Twin Share Guided tours: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Stay at a stunning heritage palace Deogarh and Udaipur 2020-2021 from $2,550 from $2,990 in Deogarh Visit: Fatehpur Sikri and Ranakpur Temples For details of 4 and 5 star hotels and heritage properties see page 9. Discover amazing countryside and rural village life on a rural rumble Rickshaw ride in Delhi For the best fares, including single and triple prices, HOT deals, in Deogarh Rural ramble in Deogarh availability and detailed information, visit our dedicated website Admire beautiful views on boat ride Boat ride on Lake Pichola in Udaipur www.india-and-beyond.com.au on Lake Pichola Udaipur Cooking demonstration and dinner in Jaipur Entrance fees Earlybird Saving $500 per couple Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle + $100 per couple Discover More Travel Voucher Arrival and departure transfers Deposit by 29 November 2019. Details on pages 10 and 11.

DAY 1 Delhi Jeep ride to a village to observe rural life DAY 9 Jodhpur DAY 13 Udaipur Your tour commences with an arrival (optional – to be paid locally). B Visit the formidable Mehrangarh Visit the impressive City Palace, Fateh transfer to your hotel in vibrant Delhi. Overnight at Umaid Lake Palace Fort and discover its incredible history. Sagar Lake and Shilpgram. Wander The Royal Plaza (4 star) or (rural stay) Enjoy dinner at Pal Haveli Rooftop through traditional markets to the The Metropolitan (5 star) restaurant. BD Jagdish Temple. Afterwards enjoy an DAY 5 Kalakho – Jaipur Indana Palace (4 star) or evening Boat Ride on Lake Pichola. B DAY 2 Delhi Proceed to the Pink City of Jaipur. Fairfield by Marriott (5 star) Ramada Resort (4 star) or Explore Old Delhi with a ride by Enjoy a cooking lesson at a local home Trident Udaipur (5 star) cycle rickshaw, through the colourful and taste authentic cuisine. BD DAY 10 Jodhpur – Deogarh laneways of Chandni Chowk Market and Lemon Tree Premier (4 star) or Drive to the village of Deogarh. DAY 1 4 Udaipur explore Jama Masjid mosque. Photo Trident Jaipur (5 star) Later enjoy a Rural Ramble – Your tour concludes today with stop at the Red Fort, visit the Raj Ghat. a guided Jeep drive through villages a transfer to the airport for your Also visit the Tomb of Humayun and DAY 6 Jaipur to observe rural life. B onward journey. B Qutub Minar. B Discover the immense Amber Fort Deogarh Mahal (Heritage) The Royal Plaza (4 star) or and ascend by Jeep or Elephant to The Metropolitan (5 star) the entrance. Visit the Maharaja’s City DAY 11 Deogarh Palace and make a photo-stop at Ride a local train to Phulad village DAY 3 Delhi – Agra Hawa Mahal. B and discover the remote landscape. Travel to Agra to marvel at the incredible Lemon Tree Premier (4 star) or Afterwards take a Jeep ride to Fort Taj Mahal and visit the impressive Trident Jaipur (5 star) Seengh Sagar, for a special dinner. BD Agra Fort. B Deogarh Mahal (Heritage) Ramada Hotel (4 star) or DAY 7 Jaipur – Nimaj Trident Agra (5 star) Travel to the tranquil village of Nimaj DAY 12 Deogarh – and stay at a heritage hotel. Enjoy an Ranakpur – Udaipur DAY 4 Agra – evening walk to nearby villages. B Travel towards Udaipur and stop Fatehpur Sikri – Kalakho Hotel Nimaj (Heritage) en route at the spectacular Jain Drive to Fatehpur Sikri and explore the Temples of Ranakpur. B abandoned city. Proceed to Kalakho to DAY 8 Nimaj – Jodhpur Ramada Resort (4 star) or experience an organic retreat. You have Visit Jodhpur and explore Trident Udaipur (5 star) the opportunity to take a camel cart or Bishnoi Village by Jeep. B Indana Palace (4 star) or UDAIPUR Fairfield by Marriott (5 star)

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9 Days / Delhi to Udaipur

HARYANA This luxury tour of India Delhi invites you to discover the stunningNEPAL Golden Triangle Ganges as well as the ‘Venice of the RAJASTHAN Agra UTTAR East’, Udaipur. During the day Jaipur PRADESH Fatehpur Sikri be immersed in the sights of India –B IfromHAR Delhi’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites to the

Udaipur Taj Mahal, one of the world’s most admired masterpieces. Of an evening be transported GUJARAT into a realm of utter luxury at Highlights MADHYA PRADESH your Oberoi Hotel. Take a rickshaw ride through the colourful laneways of Chandni Chowk Bazaar Savour a class of champagne whilst admiring the view of the Taj Mahal from the magnificent Oberoi Amarvilās Hotel

CHHATTISGARH Explore the ghost cityMAHARASHTRA of Fatehpur Sikri Taste mouth-watering delicacies at high tea inside the elegant City Palace in Jaipur Relax with personalised butler service available at all Oberoi hotels Enjoy a memorable dinner at the iconic heritage hotel, Jagmandir Island Palace Inclusions with Beyond

Luxury hotel accommodation 8 breakfasts and 1 dinner High Tea, City Palace Jaipur Guided tours: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Udaipur Visit: Fatehpur Sikri and Ranakpur Temples Entrance fees Boat ride on Lake Pichola, Udaipur Economy class airfare: Jaipur – Udaipur Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle Arrival and departure transfers UDAIPUR

DAY 1 Delhi DAY 3 Delhi – Agra DAY 4 Agra – complex, including the magnificent Your tour commences with an arrival This morning travel to Agra where Fatehpur Sikri – Jaipur Chamber of a Thousand Mirrors. This transfer to your hotel in vibrant Delhi. you get your first glimpse of the Early this morning you will have the afternoon you will visit the Jantar Mantar Your accommodation will be at the Taj Mahal one of the Seven Wonders opportunity to witness the Taj Mahal to observe the historic astronomy elegant Oberoi New Delhi which of the World. Upon arrival visit the at sunrise (optional – to be paid locally). instruments and make a photo stop at features stylish rooms with large iconic Taj Mahal, a monument of love Afterwards travel to Fatehpur Sikri the beautiful Hawa Mahal also known picture windows that look out to Delhi and a flawless architectural creation, to explore grounds of this one time as the ”Palace of Winds”. Also visit the golf course or the UNESCO listed built by an emperor in memory of his capital of the Mughal Empire and now Maharaja’s City Palace which is known Humayun’s Tomb. beloved queen. Afterwards, witness fascinating ghost city. See the stunning for its fine Mughal architecture and The Oberoi New Delhi (luxury) the hustle and bustle of everyday life as remains including the three palaces built lavishly decorated with gold and mirrors. you make your way through the city to by Emperor Akbar, one for each of his Enjoy an exquisite high tea experience DAY 2 Delhi Agra Fort, a vast and powerful fortress favourite wives. Continue your journey inside the residence. B Today’s full sightseeing tour takes you to of red sandstone and gardens. Check to the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur, the colourful The Oberoi Rajvilās (luxury) Old and New Delhi. Explore the winding in at the Oberoi Amarvilās which sits capital of Rajasthan. Enjoy your stay at streets and laneways by cycle rickshaw only 600 metres from the beautiful Taj the Oberoi Rajvilās, spread over DAY 6 Jaipur – Udaipur in Chandni Chowk one of the oldest Mahal. You will be greeted with a glass 32 acres of beautifully landscaped Your day starts with a flight to Udaipur, and busiest markets in Old Delhi. Visit of champagne to admire the views of gardens that can be admired from a city of lakes set against the beautiful Jama Masjid one of the largest mosques the monument to love from your hotel your elegant accommodation. B backdrop of the Aravalli Hills. Overnight in India, followed by a visit to Gandhi’s room window. Relax in your palatial The Oberoi Rajvilās (luxury) at the grand Oberoi Udaivilās inspired by memorial at Raj Ghat. Later drive along styled room luxuriously furnished with the palaces of Rajasthan, located on the the broad Rajpath known as Kings Way traditional fabrics and white marble. B DAY 5 Jaipur banks of Lake Pichola it offers stunning past India Gate and Parliament House The Oberoi Amarvilās (luxury) Today’s full day sightseeing tour takes views. You also have the opportunity before visiting the Humayun’s Tomb you to Amber Fort, a classic romantic to dine at Chandni open-air restaurant and Qutub Minar. B Rajasthan Fort-Palace, which stands where you can look out to the City The Oberoi New Delhi (luxury) tall over looking the Pink City. Ascend Palace and enjoy traditional music. B by Jeep to reach the inner citadel, The Oberoi Udaivilās (luxury) where you will find an extensive palace

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Revel in luxury and grandeur at these handpicked Oberoi Hotels offering unmatched hospitality, stunning architecture, unparalleled locations. Each property exudes elegance and sophistication.

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DELHI

DAY 7 Udaipur DAY 9 Udaipur Today’s full day guided city tour visits Your luxury experience in India comes to the impressive City Palace, Saheliyon- a conclusion this morning with a transfer ki-Bari gardens, Fateh Sagar Lake, and to the airport for your onward journey. B Shilpgram rural arts and crafts complex. In the afternoon wander through the traditional markets leading to the Jagdish Temple, a large A TASTE OF MUMBAI famous for its intricate rock carvings. Later in the evening enjoy a boat ride Extend your luxury experience on Lake Pichola. B in India. The Oberoi Udaivilās (luxury) 3 day extension DAY 8 Udaipur Today is at leisure where you may from $900 per person twin share choose to explore this beautiful city. Your stay includes: This evening experience the exclusive 2 nights accommodation at the Darikhana Restaurant, located in the 17th century heritage building of luxurious Oberoi Mumbai including Jagmandir Island Palace, where you daily breakfast, guided city tour will indulge in fine food and wonderful by air-conditioned vehicle, lake views. BD entrance fees, and arrival and The Oberoi Udaivilās (luxury) departure transfers. Please contact Beyond Travel for full details. MUMBAI

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13 Days / Cruise-tour / Between Delhi and Varanasi / Cruise aboard MV Rajmahal

Unveil hidden treasures on a unique Delhi Q cruise-tour that takes you through NEPAL a range of states and territories Q including Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh RAJASTHAN Agra UTTAR PRADESH and Bihar. Be enthralled in the Fatehpur Sikri Jaipur BIHAR mesmerising capital of Delhi, stand in awe before the monument to love, the Taj Mahal, and take a Patna Varanasi guided city tour of Jaipur. Onboard the MV Rajmahal discover why the Ganges River is the cradle of Indian civilisation. Travel upstream when Doriganj the water is high and when India Ghazipur Ganges is at its most lush and attractive. Patna Varanasi Explore untouched villages and Buxar Maner Chunar Rhamnagar towns and be guided to historic sites.

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Visit the spectacular Jama Masjid, India’s largest Mosque in Delhi 5 nights, 5 star hotel accommodation Marvel at the stunning Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world 7 night cruise in a river-view cabin Explore the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri 12 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners Visit Buxar famous for the battle which laid the foundations for the Complimentary tea, coffee and mineral water (aboard cruise only) Have time to explore the busy Ghazipur bazaar Guided tours: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Maner, Buxar, Visit one of the oldest cities on earth – Varanasi, the cultural capital of India Ghazipur, Varanasi, Chunar and Ramnagar Witness one of the most beautiful experiences in India – the spiritually uplifting Aarti ceremony performed daily in Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi Varanasi to honour the River Ganges Visit: Fatehpur Sikri Experience a unique and authentic cruise along one of the Indian Entrance fees Subcontinent’s greatest rivers Economy class air ticket: Jaipur – Patna (via Delhi) Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle Arrival and departure transfers Port fees

DAY 1 Delhi built by the emperor in memory of visit the Maharaja’s City Palace and East India Company cemetery. Welcome to India! Your tour his beloved queen. Later continue Jantar Mantar. Lastly, a photo stop at the Later, enjoy a short cycle rickshaw ride commences with an arrival transfer to Agra Fort better known as the marvellous Hawa Mahal also known as up to the ghats of Buxar. BLD from Delhi airport to your hotel. Red Fort of Agra, a powerful fortress The Palace of Winds. B Onboard MV Rajmahal The Metropolitan (5 star) of red sandstone. B The Hilton Hotel (5 star) Jaypee Palace Hotel (5 star) DAY 9 Ghazipur DAY 2 Delhi DAY 6 Jaipur – Patna Continue upstream today past Chausa Today’s full sightseeing tour takes you to DAY 4 Agra – Fatephur Sikri – Fly to Patna, via Delhi, and transfer to Ghazipur. Visit the tomb of Lord Old and New Delhi. Explore the winding Jaipur to MV Rajmahal to begin your cruise Cornwallis, the General responsible for streets and laneways by cycle rickshaw Early this morning you will have the upstream on the River Ganges. BD the British defeat at Yorktown. Later you in Chandni Chowk one of the oldest opportunity to witness the Taj Mahal Onboard MV Rajmahal will have the opportunity exploring the and busiest markets in Old Delhi. Visit at sunrise (optional, to be paid locally). busy Ghazipur bazaar. BLD Jama Masjid one of the largest mosques Afterwards travel to Fatehpur Sikri to DAY 7 Maner – Doriganj Onboard MV Rajmahal in India, followed by a visit to Gandhi’s explore the fascinating ghost Morning, cruise upstream to Maner memorial at Raj Ghat. Later drive along city located in the desert before where you will visit the small Mughal DAY 10 Varanasi the broad Rajpath known as Kings Way reaching Jaipur, the colourful capital tomb known for its beautiful sandstone Sail into Varanasi one of the most past India Gate and Parliament House of Rajasthan. B carvings. After continue along the River colourful and oldest cities on earth. before visiting the splendid Tomb of The Hilton Hotel (5 star) Sone to the busy river port of Doriganj. After lunch visit the Buddhist town of Humayun built in memory of Emperor Overnight near the confluence with the Sarnath to see Buddha temples, the Humayun and Qutub Minar the soaring DAY 5 Jaipur River Ghaghara. BLD Dhamekha stupa, Chaukhandi stupa 73 metre high tower. B Today’s full day sightseeing tour Onboard MV Rajmahal and the Archaeological museum. BLD The Metropolitan (5 star) takes you to Amber Fort, a classic Onboard MV Rajmahal romantic Rajasthani Fort-Palace, DAY 8 Buxar DAY 3 Delhi – Agra which stands tall overlooking the Pink Today travel up past Ballia to Buxar, DAY 11 Varanasi / Chunar – This morning leave Delhi for Agra, home City. Visit the inner citadel, where you famous for the battle fought in 1764 Ramnagar to the iconic Taj Mahal. With your guide will find an extensive palace complex which, together with Plassey, laid the Today’s excursion explores the city of you will explore the famous monument including the magnificent Chamber of foundations of the British Raj. Visit the Chunar and its great Mughal Fort, the old of love, a flawless architectural creation a Thousand Mirrors. This afternoon, memorial on the battlefield and the old British cemetery and the Mughal tombs.

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Your deluxe vessel – MV Rajmahal Specifically designed for the Ganges, the MV Rajmahal carries 40 guests in 22 air-conditioned en-suite cabins with a large glass sliding window leading to a French balcony. All cabins have a mini-bar, tea/coffee making facilities, high quality bathrobes and slippers. There is as sun deck where you can watch the panorama of rural Indian as you cruise the river, catching spectacular sunsets.

2020 Guaranteed departures Delhi – Varanasi Varanasi – Delhi Aug 16, 30 Aug 28; Sep 11 Note the reverse itinerary (Varanasi – Delhi) varies slightly to that shown. Please contact Beyond Travel for further details VARANASI Prices from $4,340 Per Person Twin Share Per Person Twin Share Main Deck Upper Deck 2020 from $4,340 from $5,710

Window/ To Deck Cabin Bedding Size balcony open Upper Deck Standard Double/Twin 18.9sqm All cabins have Yes a large sliding Standard Double/Twin 18.9sqm glass window Yes Main Deck Standard leading onto a Single 15.7sqm Yes Single French Balcony For details of 5 star hotels see page 9. For the best fares including single and triple prices, HOT deals, availability and full ship details visit our dedicated website www.india-and-beyond.com.au

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On your return to the sacred city you will visit Ramnagar to see the Maharaja’s Palace and museum. BLD Onboard MV Rajmahal DAY 12 Varanasi Today begins early morning where you board a small boat on the River Ganges to witness the sunrise. Experience the mystical and spiritual events as you watch the people offering water to the Sun God and devotees taking a holy dip in the Ganges. Later walk through the busy alleys of Varanasi to experience the beating heart of the city followed by this evening’s beautiful ceremony Ganga Aarti. BLD Onboard MV Rajmahal DAY 13 Varanasi Your cruise-tour concludes with a departure transfer for your onward journey. B

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15 Days / Delhi to Mumbai

HARYANA

Delhi

NEPAL JAMMU AND KASHMIR Ganges

RAJASTHAN Agra UTTAR PRADESH Jaipur Abhaneri Fatehpur Sikri BIHAR HIMACHAL PRADESH Deogarh Amritsar Shimla Udaipur PUNJAB Kalka Chandigarh

GUJARAT HARYANA

MADHYA PRADESH Ganges Delhi NEPAL RAJASTHAN UTTAR PRADESH

CHHATTISGARH MAHARASHTRA

BIHAR

Mumbai UDAIPUR

Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020/2021 departures daily Discover Jama Masjid, one of the Hotel accommodation in your selected category Prices from $3,280 largest mosques in India 14 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners 4 Star Hotels 5 Star Hotels Stay at a stunning heritage palace English-speaking local guides in Deogarh Per Person Twin Share Per Person Twin Share Guided tours: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur and Mumbai A memorable dinner overlooking 2020-2021 from $3,280 from $4,120 Udaipur at the Jagat Niwas Palace Visit: Fatehpur Sikri, Abhaneri Stepwell and Ranakpur Temples rooftop restaurant Boat ride at Lake Pichola, Udaipur For details of 4 and 5 star hotels and heritage properties see page 9. Marvel at the intricate Mughal art work Cooking demonstration, Jaipur For the best fares including single and triple prices, HOT deals, in Jaipur’s City Palace availability and detailed information, visit our dedicated website Entrance fees www.india-and-beyond.com.au CHHATTISGARH Lunch at Umaid Lake Palace, Jaipur Economy class airfare: Udaipur – Mumbai Wander through the colourful Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle Crawford Market, Mumbai Earlybird Saving $500 per couple Arrival and departure transfers + $100 per couple Discover More Travel Voucher Deposit by 29 November 2019. Details on pages 10 and 11.

DAY 1 Delhi explore the ghost city and also discover DAY 8 Deogarh DAY 12 Udaipur – Mumbai Your tour commences with an arrival the thousand year old Chand Baori Ride a local train to Phulad village and Your day starts with a flight to Mumbai, transfer to your hotel in vibrant Delhi. Stepwell in Abhaneri. Then continue on discover the remote landscape. BD a busy cosmopolitan city. B The Royal Plaza (4 star) or Maidens to Jaipur known as the Pink City. B Deogarh Mahal (Heritage stay) Fariyas Hotel Mumbai (4 star) or Hotel (5 star – Heritage stay) Lemon Tree Premier (4 star) or Trident Hotel Nariman Point (5 star) Trident Hotel (5 star) DAY 9 Deogarh – DAY 2 Delhi Ranakpur – Udaipur DAY 13 Mumbai Explore Old Delhi with a ride by DAY 5 Jaipur Visit the perfectly preserved Jain Explore Mumbai where you will visit the cycle rickshaw, through the colourful Explore the immense Amber Fort and Temples at Ranakpur. Afterwards Gateway of India, Dhobi Ghat open-air laneways of Chandni Chowk Market and the Maharaja’s City Palace and finish continue to Udaipur, the city of lakes. B laundromat and the bustling Crawford explore Jama Masjid mosque. Photo the day with a photo-stop at the iconic Ramada Resort & Spa (4 star) or Markets which have been the centre stop at the Red Fort, visit the Raj Ghat. Hawa Mahal. B Trident Hotel (5 star) of market life since the days of the Also visit the Tomb of Humayun and Lemon Tree Premier (4 star) or British Raj. B Qutub Minar. B Trident Hotel (5 star) DAY 10 Udaipur Fariyas Hotel Mumbai (4 star) or The Royal Plaza (4 star) or Maidens Visit the impressive City Palace, Trident Hotel Nariman Point (5 star) Hotel (5 star – Heritage stay) DAY 6 Jaipur Fateh Sagar Lake and Shilpgram. Enjoy a cooking lesson with a local Wander through traditional markets DAY 14 Mumbai DAY 3 Delhi – Agra family at their home and taste authentic to the Jagdish Temple. B Morning at leisure, before joining a Travel to Agra to marvel at the incredible cuisine. BD Ramada Resort & Spa (4 star) or Bollywood tour to learn about the Taj Mahal and visit the impressive Lemon Tree Premier (4 star) or Trident Hotel (5 star) colourful film industry which has spread Agra Fort. B Trident Hotel (5 star) across the world. Note: Not available Ramada Plaza (4 star) or DAY 11 Udaipur during Public holidays and Saturdays The Trident Agra (5 star) DAY 7 Jaipur – Deogarh Enjoy the day at leisure to explore and Sundays. B Drive to Deogarh situated in the Aravalli the city with the services of your Fariyas Hotel Mumbai (4 star) or DAY 4 Agra – Fatehpur Sikri – Ranges. Hidden away in this small driver. Savour dinner at Jagat Niwas Trident Hotel Nariman Point (5 star) Abhaneri – Jaipur village is a heritage palace which was Palace rooftop restaurant and enjoy Early this morning you will have the converted into a boutique hotel that still superb views towards the city and DAY 15 Mumbai opportunity to witness the Taj Mahal at retains its unique character. B Lake Pichola. BD Your tour concludes with a departure sunrise (optional – to be paid locally). Deogarh Mahal (Heritage Stay) Ramada Resort & Spa (4 star) or transfer for your onward journey. B Afterwards travel to Fatehpur Sikri to Trident Hotel (5 star)

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7 Days / Delhi to Delhi

JAMMU AND KASHMIR

HIMACHAL PRADESH

Amritsar Shimla

PUNJAB Kalka Chandigarh

HARYANA Ganges Delhi NEPAL RAJASTHAN UTTAR PRADESH

BIHAR

AMRITSAR

2020/2021 departures daily Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020/2021 departures daily Prices from $3,280 Ride the Himalayan Queen ‘toy train’ Hotel accommodation in your selected category Prices from $1,420 through spectacular scenery to Shimla 6 breakfasts 4 Star Hotels 5 Star Hotels 4 Star Hotels 5 Star Hotels Explore Shimla Hill Station and see English-speaking local guides Per Person Twin Share Per Person Twin Share Viceregal Lodge, former residence Per Person Twin Share Per Person Twin Share Guided tours: Shimla, Chandigarh and Amritsar 2020-2021 from $3,280 from $4,120 of the British Raj 2020-2021 from $1,420 from $1,750 Enjoy a full day at leisure in Shimla to Entrance fees For details of 4 and 5 star hotels and heritage properties see page 9. discover the bazaars 1st class rail: Delhi – Kalka – Solan For details of 4 and 5 star hotels see page 9. For the best fares including single and triple prices, HOT deals, Admire the legendary Golden Temple Economy class airfare: Amritsar – Delhi For the best fares including single and triple prices, availability and detailed information, visit our dedicated website in Amritsar HOT deals, availability and detailed information, Transportation by air-conditionedCHHATTISGARH vehicle www.india-and-beyond.com.au visit our dedicated website Witness the Wagah Beating Retreat Arrival and departure transfers ceremony at the border of Pakistan www.india-and-beyond.com.au

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DAY 1 Delhi – Kalka – Shimla impressive monument, the Viceregal government official who started DAY 6 Amritsar Early morning transfer from your Lodge (Rashtrapati Niwas). This former cultivating the garden secretly in his Visit the spectacular Golden Temple, hotel to the train station for your train seat of imperial power is a stunning spare time. He kept the eccentric also known as Harmandir Sahib, to Kalka. In Kalka you will board the castle like building where the historically sculptures hidden from the government Sikhism’s spiritual and cultural centre. Himalayan Queen, a narrow-gauge ‘Toy significant meeting took place in authorities for 18 years, till 1975. The Golden Temple is surrounded Train’ that will journey along the World 1947 to decide the partition of India The garden features several interlinked by a sacred pool said to have healing Heritage Listed Kalka-Shimla Railway. and Pakistan. B causeways that run along the waterfalls powers, and pilgrims come from across Completed in 1903, the scenic journey East Bourne Resort (4 star) or of the Sukhna. B the globe to bathe in its sacred waters. through mountainous terrain offers Radisson Jass Shimla (5 star) Lemon Tree Hotel (4 star) or After the temple visit Jallianwala Bagh, dramatic views of the pine covered The Lalit (5 star) a public garden and site of the notorious hills and surrounding villages, and is DAY 3 Shimla massacre in 1919 which became the one of the best modes of transport for With a full day to explore this buzzing DAY 5 Chandigarh – Amritsar focus of the struggle for independence exploring this area of the Himalayas. capital of Himachal Pradesh you can Your tour continues to the ancient city from British rule. B Disembark in Solan to continue your wander at leisure in the traffic-free zone of Amritsar. Late this afternoon travel Ramada Hotel (4 star) or journey by car to the India’s largest hill of central Shimla. For a contrast visit the the short distance to the Wagah Border Hyatt Regency (5 star) station, Shimla. Lakkar bazaar with its bustling maze- between India and Pakistan to witness East Bourne Resort (4 star) or like alleys offering a myriad of wooden the lowering of the flags ceremony DAY 7 Amritsar – Delhi Radisson Jass Shimla (5 star) handicrafts. B which takes place each evening before Your tour concludes with a transfer to East Bourne Resort (4 star) or sunset. The choreographed ceremony the airport for your flight to Delhi. B DAY 2 Shimla Radisson Jass Shimla (5 star) is a military display which is one of the Walk through history today with a full most unique in the world. Also referred day sightseeing tour of Shimla, the DAY 4 Shimla – Chandigarh to as the ‘Beating Retreat’ border former summer capital of the British After breakfast drive to Chandigarh, ceremony, this daily ritual has been Raj. Showcasing a wide spectrum of old the joint capital of Punjab and Haryana practiced by both India and Pakistan colonial architecture and a glimpse of states. Your tour includes a visit to the since 1959. B this town’s glorious history, see Gorton city’s main attraction, the unique Nek Ramada Hotel (4 star) or Castle, St. Michael’s Cathedral, The Chand Rock Garden. The sculpture Hyatt Regency (5 star) Mall, The Ridge and Clarkes Hotel. Visit garden located near Sukhna Lake Observatory Hill and see Shimla’s most was founded by Nek Chand a former SHIMLA

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TELANGANA 14 Days / Chennai to Cochin

Explore hidden treasures of India’s south. After seeing fascinating ANDHRA Chennai, head to the Bay of Bengal and the ‘French Riviera of the East’,

KARNATAKA Chennai Puducherry, where antiquated Mahabalipuram colonial buildings line the streets. Puducherry Explore Madurai one of the oldest cities in the world, before KERALA TAMIL NADU discovering all things ‘spice’ in Madurai Chettinad Periyar. Waterfalls, mangrove forests Cochin and rice paddies can be seen near Alleppey Thekkady Kumarakom Periyar Kumarakom and for contrast, National Park the exotic city of Cochin adds to the charm of your discoveries.

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Discover the intricate carvings at the ancient 12 nights hotel accommodation in your selected category Mahabalipuram Shore Temples 1 night in houseboat of your selected category MADURAI Wander through the French colonial influenced Puducherry, a UNESCO listed city English-speaking local guides (except Alleppey, Kumarakom and Thekkady) See Chettinad, the Land of Heritage and Devotion Witness the famous Aarti ceremony inside the colourful Meenakshi 13 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners Temple in Madurai, the oldest existing city on the Indian Peninsula Guided tours: Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Puducherry, Spot rare birds on your boat ride on Periyar Lake Chettinad, Madurai and Cochin Explore the stunning backwaters of Kerala by deluxe ‘rice boat’ Visit: Mahabalipuram shore temples Taste delicious traditional food that has been cooked and prepared Boat safari on Periyar Lake for you as part of a cooking demonstration in Chettinad and Cochin Folklore dance performance in Cochin Entrance fees Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle Arrival and departure transfers

KERALA

DAY 1 Chennai has a strong French influence with its for its unique cuisine this evening you will DAY 8 Madurai Your tour commences with an French-style houses and tree-lined participate in a cooking demonstration, Your guided tour this morning includes a arrival transfer to your hotel in boulevards and chic boutiques. B followed by dinner. BLD visit to the bustling markets, the weaver’s fascinating Cochin. Accord Puducherry (4 star) or Chettinadu Mansion (4 star) or colony, the thousand pillared Madurai Courtyard by Marriot (4 star) or Palais De Mahe (5 star) Visalam (5 star) Meenakshi Temple, the Meenakshi Hyatt Regency (5 star) Sundareswarar Temple one of the DAY 4 Puducherry DAY 6 Chettinad oldest temples known for its astonishing DAY 2 Chennai Today’s sightseeing tour includes a Explore the city highlights on a guided architecture, Koodal Alagar Temple, Today’s guided city tour takes you to visit to Aurobindo Ashram spiritual sightseeing tour. Visit the huge country 17th Century Thirumalai Nayak Mahal the colourful Kapaleeswarar Temple community, Botanical gardens, Church homes of the Chettiars, Chettinad and the Gandhi Museum. B a Hindu temple devoted to Lord , of Sacred Heart of Jesus, Puducherry museum where you can observe Heritage Madurai (4 star) or The Fort St. George Museum, St. Mary’s Museum, French Institute of Ideology the local craft of tile making and the Gateway Hotel Pasumalai (5 star) Church and Marina Beach. Rest of the and Bharti Dasan Memorial Museum. B district of Karaikudi, well-known for the day is free for you to relax. B Accord Puducherry (4 star) or limestone houses unique to this area. B DAY 9 Madurai – Periyar Courtyard by Marriot (4 star) or Palais De Mahe (5 star) Chettinadu Mansion (4 star) or National Park – Thekkady Hyatt Regency (5 star) Visalam (5 star) This morning continue to Periyar a DAY 5 Puducherry – Chettinad spice plantation area surrounded by DAY 3 Chennai – This morning continue towards DAY 7 Chettinad – Madurai the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Here Mahabalipuram – Puducherry Chettinad stopping enroute for lunch at Drive to the ancient city of Madurai in the you will have the opportunity to explore Travel south to the village of Lakshmi Vilas heritage bungalow. state of Tamil Nadu. One of the oldest the delightful garden where you will be Mahabalipuram to visit the 7th century Chettinad is a fascinating destination cities in India it was once a capital city introduced to a range of spices including Shore Temples. Overlooking the Bay famous for its historic architecture of which traded with ancient Rome. This cardamom, pepper, cinnamon and of Bengal, the ancient monuments significant cultural importance. The evening attend the Aarti ceremony at the more. Enjoy a boat safari on the scenic are an architectural marvel and carry community of merchants and traders colourful Meenakshi Amman Temple. B Periyar Lake, with the possibility to catch a fascinating history. Your journey amassed their fortunes throughout the Heritage Madurai (4 star) or The a glimpse of rare birds and animals. B continues to Puducherry, a city under 19th century to build over 10,000 opulent Gateway Hotel Pasumalai (5 star) Poetree Sarovar Resort (4 star) or French rule until 1954. Today the city mansions in the 75 towns. Also famous Greenwoods Resort (5 star)

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PUDUCHERRY

DAY 10 Thekkady – Kumarakom DAY 12 Alleppey – Cochin performance showcasing the traditional DAY 14 Cochin Your tour today will take you on a trip After a relaxing night aboard your folklore dance known as Kathakali. Your tour concludes with a departure through the scenic south of India, past houseboat it’s time to disembark and *Dutch Palace closed Fridays and transfer for your onward journey. B tea estates, rubber plantations, colourful travel north to Cochin. Cochin is a Jewish Synagogue closed Friday villages and chaotic towns. Your final fascinating city has been a hub and Saturday. BL destination for today is the village of to traders and travellers for over Holiday Inn (4 star) or Kumarakom, a cluster of little islands 600 years. It has a diverse history which Trident Cochin (5 star) on Vembanad Lake. Your evening is at has influenced the city in many ways, leisure to relax and enjoy the beautiful including the use of Chinese fishing nets surroundings. B still today, Portuguese and Dutch era Backwater Ripples (4 star) or houses, ruins dating back to the Zuri Kumarakom Resort (5 star) British Raj and an ancient synagogue. B Holiday Inn (4 star) or DAY 11 Kumarakom – Alleppey Trident Cochin (5 star) Travel to Alleppey, also referred to as the ‘Venice of the East’ due to the DAY 13 Cochin vast network of canals it is situated on. This morning your city tour will take Here you will board a houseboat and you to see the Chinese fishing nets in begin your journey along the stunning use and to see Mattancherry Palace, palm-fringed backwaters of Kerala, one Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue and of southern India’s most mesmerising St. Francis Church the oldest European experiences. Relax as you wind your church in India. Afterwards, experience way past the vast expanse of paddy a local cooking demonstration followed fields witnessing everyday village life by lunch. This afternoon enjoy a walk along the banks. BLD along the narrow street known as Jew Private Deluxe Houseboat (4 star) or Town, famous for its antiques and Private Luxury Houseboat (5 star) old world charm. Enjoy an evening KERALA

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ODISHA 11 Days / Hyderabad to Bangalore CHHATTISGARH Private Tour

MAHARASHTRA

TELANGANA

Hyderabad

Badami

Hampi GOA Vidyanagar

ANDHRA KARNATAKA PRADESH

Chikmagalur Bangalore Belur

Halebidu Srirangapatnam Mysore

KERALA

TAMIL NADU

HAMPI

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Explore the 400-year-old streets Hotel accommodation in your selected category Prices from $2,560 of the walled old city of Hyderabad 10 breakfasts and 3 dinners 4 Star Hotels 5 Star Hotels Per Person Twin Share Per Person Twin Share Discover the incredible architecture English-speaking local guides of Vitthala Temple, Hampi Guided tours: Hyderabad, Hampi, Belur, 2020-2021 From $2,560 From $4,110 Stay in magical Hampi and admire Halebidu, Mysore and Bangalore For details of 4 and 5 star hotels see page 9. its stunning landscape and its mythical history Visit: Badami Cave Temples and Srirangapatnam Fort For the best fares including single and triple prices, HOT deals, availability and detailed information, Drive through the beautiful high Entrance fees visit our dedicated website country, dotted with coffee Economy class airfare: Hyderabad – Vidyanagar and spice plantations Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle www.india-and-beyond.com.au Explore the bustling Devaraja Arrival and departure transfers bazaar in Mysore Earlybird Saving $500 per couple + $100 per couple Discover More Travel Voucher Deposit by 29 November 2019. Details on pages 10 and 11.

DAY 1 Hyderabad DAY 4 Hampi DAY 7 Chikmagalur / as flower garlands, incense, spices Your tour commences with an arrival Discover the exquisite 16th-century Belur – Halebidu and conical piles of kumkum. B transfer to your hotel. Remainder of the Vittala Temple, known for its fascinating A short distance from Chikmagalur Fortune JP Palace (4 star) or day is at leisure to discover the city’s architecture including its massive stone is Belur, a well-known place that Grand Mercure (5 star) innocent charm, exquisite cuisines, chariot. Continue to the ancient Hampi was once the capital of the Hoysala beautiful mosques and exotic energy. Bazaar and the riverside ruins which Empire. The rulers built several temples DAY 9 Mysore Radisson Blu (4 star) or are dotted with numerous ancient during their reign, which today is one Begin your day with visit to Chamundi Taj Krishna (5 star) structures. BD of the most important tourist sights in Hill; this 1062m hill is crowned with the Sri Heritage Resort (4 star) or Karnataka. See the Chennakeshava Chamundeswari Temple which offers DAY 2 Hyderabad Evolve Back Resort (5 star) Temple and the Veeranarayana spectacular views of the city below. B A true highlight of Hyderabad is the Temple, most notable for their striking Fortune JP Palace (4 star) or Old City, a historic area of maze-like DAY 5 Hampi – Badami – Hampi architecture. Later proceed to Halebidu Grand Mercure (5 star) laneways lined with chai shops and Visit Badami, famous for its magnificent to explore the Hoysaleswara Temple, spice merchants. Your guided tour of rock-cut cave temples and red-sandstone DAY 10 Mysore – Bangalore the Kedareshwara Temples featuring This morning you will visit to the fort of the Old City includes a visit to Charminar cliffs. Enroute visit Aihole, known as the beautiful sculptures of animals, Mosque and Chaumallah Palace. Your Cradle of Indian Architecture. Afterwards Srirangapatnam which was built on birds, Gods and Goddesses and an island straddling the Cauvery River. tour continues with a short drive outside visit Pattadakal to explore the UNESCO dancing girls. B the city to , one of the World heritage temple complex. BD Continue to Bangalore for an afternoon Gateway Hotel (4 star) or sightseeing tour which includes the most impressive fortresses in India. B Heritage Resort (4 star) or The Serai (5 star) Radisson Blu (4 star) or Evolve Back Resort (5 star) summer Palace of Tipu Sultan, the Taj Krishna (5 star) DAY 8 Chikmagalur – Mysore famous warrior who died fighting DAY 6 Hampi – Chikmagalur Drive to Mysore, famed for its royal the British. B DAY 3 Hampi Today you will journey to the high heritage and magnificent monuments. The Chancery Pavilion (4 star) or Today transfer to the airport for a flight to country and the heart of South India’s This evening visit Mysore Palace, ITC Windsor (5 star) Vidyanagar. Then transfer to UNESCO coffee growing region. Pass many which is among the grandest DAY 11 Bangalore listed Hampi, nestled within a fascinating coffee and spice plantations and lush of India’s royal buildings. Explore this boulder-strewn landscape, which green forests to reach one of the states Your tour concludes with a departure lively bazaar where you will find local transfer for your onward journey. B evokes an era before time feeling. BD most scenic hill stations, Chikmagalur. B traders selling traditional items such Heritage Resort (4 star) or Gateway Hotel (4 star) or Evolve Back Resort (5 star) The Serai (5 star)

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