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Welcome to TransIndus
For nearly three decades, TransIndus has blazed new trails across Asia, devising innovative itineraries and facilitating meaningful interaction with local people across the continent. Proud recipients of several awards, we are a family-owned business committed to providing exciting journeys for discerning travellers. Our tours reflect a deep knowledge of Asia’s multi-faceted culture, history and cuisine – an understanding derived in part from our own Asian heritage. To help travellers develop a more rounded understanding of their destinations and host communities, the routes we create combine the must-see sights of a region with carefully selected, off-track gems. Drawing on continual on-the-ground research, our in-depth knowledge is the main thing that sets us apart from other tour operators. It means we are able to offer inspirational experiences that linger in the memory of our guests long after their journey ends. Expert guides and tour leaders take care of the logistics, allowing you to focus on enjoying every aspect of your award-winning TransIndus holiday. Why not put us to the test? Call to speak with one of our team or drop in at our refurbished Victorian fire station in South Ealing to discuss your next holiday to Asia over a cup of coffee or glass of wine.
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Welcome to TransIndus 3 Content Map & Discover Asia with Transindus 4 Small Group Tours 6 Accommodation & Food in Asia 8 Responsible travel & Giving back 10 Traveller information 12 Glimpse of India 14 Golden Triangle & Tigers 16 Rajasthan, Land of Kings 18 Classic India 20 Golden Temple and the Himalayas 22 4 Group Tours by TransIndus
Discover Asia with TransIndus
Booking a holiday is one of the most important decisions of the year. Most of us spend a great deal of time researching potential destinations and aim to ensure that our effort pays dividends. We wish to return from our holiday feeling invigorated and refreshed, and hopefully a little bit better informed about the world.
At TransIndus, we understand what you are looking for: adventure, comfort, security and inspirational experiences. We are confident that we can help you find the trip most likely to fulfil your expectations. We take great pride in our destination knowledge and expertise, and great care in handling the logistics of each trip to provide a seamless experience.
Our highly-trained travel consultants, each with an absolute passion for all things Asian, also have a developed understanding of the needs of British travellers. All of this helps us to design and operate enjoyable and memorable holidays time after time.
We are very proud to say that 98% of our clients give us a perfect satisfaction rating, and that well over half choose to holiday in Asia with TransIndus again.
We look forward to welcoming you and sharing our expertise.
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The small size of our groups (maximum 16) ensures a stimulating tour with a close-knit atmosphere as you and your co-travellers have the full attention of your local guides and tour leaders. If you seek inspiring journeys and enjoying experiencing new ways of life, then one of these itineraries may well be the trip you are looking for.
Our clients are drawn from a broad span of age ranges and backgrounds, but all have a passion for exploring the destinations they visit. Some travel as a couple, or with family members and friends; others solo. But they all value the sense of discovery and knowledge-building on a TransIndus tour, and the conviviality that comes with travelling as part of a group – swapping stories, impressions and photos at meal times and enjoying stimulating conversation with like-minded people while on the road.
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The Upsides of Travelling in a Small Group
Lower costs Small group travel is more easily affordable. Because we book the accommodation and vehicles so far in advance, we’re able to offer our trips at a generous discount. Small groups We maintain a maximum group size of 16, which means you never have to travel in one of those large parties trailing behind a guide waving a flag! Escorted travel All of our trips are accompanied by a knowledgeable, qualified, well-trained, English-speaking tour leader/guide, usually drawn from the country you’re travelling in, who will be available to you 24/7. Smooth Travel With the exception of Japan (where most of our trips rely on the country’s excellent, good value public transport system), TransIndus group tours are primarily conducted in private, air-conditioned, chauffeur-driven vehicles. Trains, however, may be used where they enhance the experience, and domestic flights to cover longer distances. Flexibility On a TransIndus group tour, you are never obliged to join in the day’s planned excursions or activities, and can explore alone and at your own pace, or simply laze back at the hotel, if you prefer. Extra nights may also be added at the beginning or end of your group tour as desired. Comfortable accommodation Wherever possible we use small, good value heritage hotels in central locations. Quality food We know how important eating well is on holiday, which is why we create opportunities for you to taste authentic local cuisine rather than binding you to hotel meals. Breakfast is, of course always included as are some lunches and dinners on special occasions. Extension options Group tours follow a fixed itinerary but you can personalise your holiday by adding pre- and post-tour extensions. Recommended options appear alongside each tour featured in this brochure. Scheduled flights Our tours are planned without international flights, giving you the flexibility to choose your preferred airline, departure airport and cabin class. However, if you would like us to organise your flights we would be happy to do so, and we will only use reputable airlines. Private Travel Option If you are keen on a more personal experience as a couple or with family and friends, we would be happy to set up a private departure to fit your preferred dates. You will enjoy private chauffeur-driven vehicles, exclusive use of English-speaking private guides, and have scope to upgrade accommodation or tweak the sightseeing schedule to suit your interests.
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Finding great places for our clients to stay is at the heart of what we do as a company and we put a great deal of effort identifying the best accommodation choices. The small heritage properties and centrally-located hotels we choose are designed to make your experience more pleasurable and provide convenient access to principal sights.
We check the quality of every property to ensure they meet our exacting standards for cleanliness, service delivery, health safety. In remote regions and destinations where tourism is still in its infancy, availability of rooms can be limited but we nevertheless endeavour to always use the best accommodation available.
All city-based hotel rooms have private en-suite bathrooms, air-conditioning and heating. Most have at least one restaurant and usually a bar. Other leisure facilities might include a gym, swimming pool and spa. Some larger hotels may additionally offer a foreign exchange, business centre and complimentary WiFi.
Suggestions for hotel upgrades are offered with every tour, and we our consultants would be happy to discuss these in more detail with you.
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Asia on a plate
Discovering regional specialities is one of the great joys of travelling around Asia, and there is a great diversity across the continent. Whether it be the refined Mughlai cuisine in north India or a delicate coconut-based, fresh seafood dishes in the south, Vietnamese street food, Chinese hotpot or the sophisticated sushi of Japan, we encourage you tour clients to sample authentic local experience some real local food wherever possible, recommending local restaurants.
If you have particular dietary requirements or suffer from an allergy of any sort, do let us know so that we can ensure the hotels and restaurants cater for you.
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At TransIndus, we make every effort to ensure our holidays have a positive environmental, social and economic impact on the host communities we visit. From the large capitals to small rural villages and remote national parks, we actively support local charities through fund-raising.
Wildlife
With so many of Asia’s wild animals under threat, we support every endeavour that seeks to keep endangered species from the brink of extinction. Most countries have a programme of conservation and have created national parks in order to protect the country’s natural habitats. It is gratifying to be able to report a rise in the numbers of Royal Bengal tigers and Asiatic one-horned rhino in recent years, causes we have supported throughout the years.
With recent reports about animal welfare and the debate over the domestication of elephants and their use/abuse for tourism, TransIndus no longer actively feature elephant rides in wildlife parks. It is a matter of personal choice whether you decide to take one or not when visiting.
We applaud the fact that more and more parks are now offering walks with elephants into the forest, or activities like bathing and caring for elephants in river shallows supervised by the Mahout. Your TransIndus consultant will be able to advise in case you wish to join in.
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Giving back
TransIndus partners a number of small local charities doing valuable work and achieving remarkable results despite slim resources. A few of the causes we support are below..
Water Harvest This charity is committed to providing safe, clean and sustainable water to remote villages of Rajasthan and Gujarat where local communities face severe drought for most of the year, forcing women and children to walk miles in a desperate search for water. Established in 1987 by Dr Nicholas and Professor Mary Grey, the charity has gone on to help numerous villages by providing rainwater harvesting systems. It also educates local families on how to make more sustainable use of their resources. TransIndus has pledged to independently fund rainwater harvesting systems for five families for a lifetime. We would like to invite you to help a further ten families by donating what you can. Each system costs approximately £300, inclusive of building materials, installation work, maintenance support and education. Special group tour departure to visit Water Harvest projects in Rajasthan in November 2019.
Karunya Kindergarten, Colachel After the devastating Boxing Day tsunami of 2004, the Lebenslicht Charitable Trust helped build a village school for orphaned children. TransIndus provided hot lunches for the pupils to make sure they got at least one nutritious meal per day. Our involvement has continued to the present time, and we are proud to report the school remains a happy, healthy community with lively children.
New Hope for Cambodian Children (NHCC) This wonderful organisation on the outskirts of the Cambodian capital Phnom Penh cares for around 200 orphans and abandoned youngsters infected with HIV/AIDS. Supported by Bill and Hilary Clinton, the centre includes school rooms, a special medical centre and vegetable gardens. Staff at the centre are always happy to show our clients around and introduce them to the residents. The organisation also runs a well-managed child sponsorship scheme for those considering a lasting commitment to the centre’s programme.
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Travel Insurance We recommend you take out a comprehensive travel insurance policy providing financial protection from the time of your booking to the end of the holiday, including the journey to and from your destination. Such cover should provide cover for: • Any unforeseen occurrences (such as accidents or illness) that may require the cancellation of your holiday prior to departure; cover for costs incurred by accidents, illness, medical expenses or repatriation while abroad If you require help obtaining cover you can contact HOLIDAY EXTRAS, our insurance partners on their free UK helpline at 0800 093 1900 quoting reference: TRANSINDUS or visit their website www.holidayextras.co.uk/ holiday-insurance.html?agent=transindus for a quotation. Please note: Transindus Limited is not responsible in any respect if you fail to arrange appropriate cover for your entire holiday.
Fitness To Travel & Special Needs All sightseeing excursions and transfers require some walking over short distances on easy ground. Monuments, places of interest and ancient sites may include more walking, occasionally on uneven ground or on inclines. While most of Asia is very accessible and a great deal of assistance can be sought it is essential that you advise us of any mobility imitations in walking or of special needs so we can advise you correctly and help you choose the right holiday. Health Advice There are no mandatory vaccinations for entry into any of the countries we take clients to, unless you are arriving in Asia from a territory infected with yellow fever (in which case you will need an inoculation and paperwork to prove you’ve had it). It is advisable to check/refresh vaccinations. Please consult your doctor at least 6 weeks prior to departure, and bear in mind that some vaccinations require several doses for effective cover.
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Foreign Office Travel Advice The FCO monitors safety and security issues all over the world and offers guidance to travellers via their website: www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice We follow the FCO advice and may have to re-route, or cancel or postpone, certain trips to comply with their recommendations. If we are forced to make changes to your itinerary or cancel the visit altogether we will contact you to discuss options.
World Travel & Cultural Differences Local culture, lifestyle, attitudes, infrastructure, and in your chosen destination may be very different from what you are used to at home. Most of us travel precisely to experience these differences, but even so, they can sometimes create inconvenience, especially if they impact your travel arrangements. We therefore suggest that if anything should not go strictly to plan on your trip, you try keep an open mind, make allowances for cultural differences and seek assistance from our local representatives, who are ideally placed to resolve any concerns you may have.
Financial Protection When you travel with TransIndus, you are 100% financially secure. All of our holidays are fully protected by the following schemes:
ATOL LICENCE: We hold an Air Travel Organiser’s Licence (ATOL) issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (ATOL No. 3429). All holidays that include flights are protected under the ATOL scheme. www.atol.org.uk/ATOLCertificate
ABTA MEMBERSHIP & BOND: If we haven’t booked flights as part of your holiday, you will still be fully protected thanks to our membership of the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA). Both ATOL and ABTA schemes ensure that your money will be refunded if you have to cancel your holiday prior to departure. In the unlikely that we become insolvent while you are abroad, our ATOL and ABTA membership will also cover repatriation to your original point of departure. www.abta.com
AITO MEMBERSHIP: Transindus is a proud partner of the Association of Independent Tour Operators (AITO) – an umbrella organisation that represents 122 of Britain’s best independent travel companies.
Our membership demonstrates we provide personalised advice, based on first-hand experience of our destinations, and to achieve the highest level of customer satisfaction. We achieve this by concentrating on three main pillars: choice, quality and service – as enshrined in the AITO Quality Charter.
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Krishna GLIMPSE OF INDIA Delhi Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Delhi
8 Days Agra fromfrom Jaipur £785£845
This short but comprehensive journey through India’s Golden Triangle is a great introduction to the country
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Introduction Popularly known as the Golden Triangle, this tour takes in the most popular sights of the country and is a true introduction to India. Start in the city of Delhi with the tree-lined boulevards of Lutyen’s New Delhi and the hustle and bustle of the Old City. Move on to Agra to admire one of the most iconic and beautiful buildings in the world, the Taj Mahal, as well as the impressive Agra Fort with its Diwan-i-Am & Diwan-i-Khas (halls of public and private audience) and lastly, the Pink City of Jaipur, with its stately forts, sprawling palaces and colourful bazaars.
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Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 E | [email protected] Krishna Itinerary Suggested Extensions Dates & Prices 2018/192019/20 Delhi Day 1 Delhi Ganges at Varanasi – 2 nights DepartureDeparture DayDay PricePrice/ / SingleSgl Supproom Greeted on arrival in Delhi and transferred to person supplementpp from Day 7 Jaipur, Varanasi the Suryaa Hotel or similar for two nights. The Transfer to the airport for a short flight to Varanasi. 28-July-18 Sun £785 £395 remainder of the day is at leisure, with a welcome 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 Agra Transfer to the Gateway Hotel Ganges for two 12-Aug-18 Sun £785 £395 dinner at a local restaurant in the evening. 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 Jaipur nights. 23-Sep-18 Sun £785 £395 Day 2 Delhi 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 Day 8 Varanasi 14-Oct-18 Sun £865 £445 Explore Delhi on a full day sightseeing tour. 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 Varanasi is the oldest continuously inhabited 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 Start with a tour of Old Delhi in the morning: places on earth. Streams of Hindu worshippers still 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 enjoy a cycle rickshaw ride in the bustling lanes Diwali on Sun 27 Oct 2019 Dinner in Jaipur come here today to bathe in the sacred waters. We Holi special - lunch in Jaipur on 21 March of Chandni Chowk followed by a visit to see 18-Nov-18 Sun £865 £445 will enjoy a peaceful early morning boat ride on the 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 £445 the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, Ganges. The afternoon is spent visiting Sarnath, 02-Dec-18 Sun £865 £445 and the Raj Ghat, a memorial built for Mahatma 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 £445 the site of Buddha’s first public discourse. In the 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 Gandhi. In the afternoon, drive past Lutyen’s 06-Oct-19 Sun £895 £465 India evening we head back to the Ganges to witness 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 Delhi. Visit the tomb of Humayun and the lofty ceremonial worship with oil lamps. 22-Oct-19 Tue £945 £465 Qutab Minar. 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 Day 9 Varanasi, Delhi Diwali special - dinner in Jaipur on 27 October Day 3 Delhi, Agra 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 A midday flight back to Delhi. On arrival, transfer to 17-Nov-19 Sun £895 £465 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 Drive to Agra (4-5 hours) for an overnight stay in an airport hotel for an overnight stay . 01-Dec-19 Sun £895 £465 the ITC Mughal hotel. In the afternoon visit Agra Holi on Tue 10 Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur Day 10 Delhi 12-Jan-20 Sun £895 £465 Fort, the tomb of Itamud-ud-Daula and of course 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 £445 Transfer to the airport for your flight home. 02-Feb-20 Sun £895 £465 the Taj Mahal at sunset . 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 £445 16-Feb-20 Sun £895 £465 Day 4 Agra, Jaipur Golden Temple Amritsar – 2 nights 05-Mar-20 Thu £945 £465 A full day’s drive to Jaipur (6-7 hours) with an en Day 8 Delhi, Amritsar route stop at Fatehpur Sikri, the red sandstone Holi special - lunch in Jaipur on 10 March Take the early morning Shatabadi Express (5 hr city built by Emperor Akbar that was abandoned Optional Excursions train journey) to Amritsar for a two night stay at the 05-Apr-20 Sun £845 £395 Introduction after just 14 years. Closer to Jaipur, stop to see Excursion name: Price From/ Sgl Supp Holiday Inn. Your afternoon will be at leisure. 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Optional excursion: Cooking Class. Arrival & Departure transfers Internal travel by road and rail Accommodation for- 7 nights7 nights as as listed listed Day 7 Jaipur, Delhi EnglishSightseeing Speaking excursions guides Drive back to Delhi this afternoon (5 hours) for an EntranceEnglish-speaking fees at monumentsguides overnight stay at an airport hotel. AccompanyingTour Escort tour escort, when minimum group size achieved Day 8 Delhi Flight Options Flight Options Today you will be transferred to Delhi International Tour prices do not include international flights. We’llTour prices be happy do not to helpinclude secure international flights on flights. a carrier of airport for your onward flight. yourWe’ll choice be happy in your to help preferred secure cabin flights class. on a carrier of your choice in your preferred cabin class.
Suggested Extensions HotelHotel Upgrades Upgrades Private Travel Options Hotel Name: Price From/ Sgl Supp Hotel Name: Price From/PP Sgl Supp PP From PP From PP £95£75 per person Name: Price Sgl Supp Hotel Name: Price Sgl Supp Taj Mahal, Delhi £XXX £XXX Shimla Hills pp£XXX from pp£XXX from pp from pp from For a nominal price you can upgrade to a private Taj Mahal, Delhi £195 £189 GangesTigers of at Varanasi £575£XXX £195£XXX Samode Haveli, Jaipur £XXX £XXX tour, for which you will have private use of GoldenRanthambore Temple £245 £95 Samode Haveli, Jaipur £215 £195 chauffeur-driven cars for transfers and travel as well as your own English-speaking private guides. AmritsarGanges and Varanasi £XXX £XXX If minimum group tour numbers are not achieved, Golden Temple & £XXX £XXX you can still travel by makingpaying this this supplement. supplement Amritsar payment. Beaches of Goa £XXX £XXX
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GOLDEN TRIANGLE Krishna & TIGERS Delhi 98 Days Agra Delhi – Agra – Ranthambore – Jaipur – Dehli fromfrom Jaipur £1,245£785 Ranthambore An exciting tour of India’s classic Golden Triangle and Ranthambore National Park to see the elusive Bengal tiger
Highlights SpecialSpecial Experiences Experiences AccomodationAccomodation India • Visit OldOld and and New New Delhi Delhi •• TakeTake aa thrillingcycle rickshaw cycle riderickshaw through ride the •• DelhiDelhi - - Suryaa Suryaa Hotel narrow bazaars of Old Delhi • Marvel at at the the Taj Taj Mahal Mahal through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi •• AgraAgra - - ITC ITC Mughal Sheraton • See the Taj Mahal with a sunset • Explore Fatehpur Sikri • Ranthambore - Ranthambore Kothi • Explore Fatehpur Sikri •• SeeEnjoy the a traditionalchanging Rajasthanicolours of dinnerthe Taj over a • Jaipur - The Lalit • Safaris in Ranthambore • Jaipur - The Lalit • Visit the Amber Fort at Jaipur Mahalcultural with performance a sunset visit • Visit the City Palace & Amber Fort at Jaipur • Discover astronomical methods at the •• StopSearch to forsee the the elusive impressive tiger in 9th Ranthambore Century Jantar Mantar Observatory Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Shop for gems in Jaipur
Introduction Itinerary Day 1 Delhi Ideal for first time visitors who want to explore a little of India’s nature along with the big Greeted on arrival in Delhi and transferred to the hitting sights. We start a tour of Old Delhi’s Bazaars and Red fort, travel through Lutyen’s Delhi Suryaa Hotel or similar for two nights. and head towards the Qutab Minar. In Agra we visit the iconic Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Our The remainder of the day is at leisure, with a foray into nature takes us to Ranthambore where we seek out the tiger and lastly, the Pink City welcome dinner at a local restaurant in the of Jaipur, with its stately forts, sprawling palaces and colourful bazaars. evening. Day 2 Delhi Explore Delhi on a full day sightseeing tour. Start with a tour of Old Delhi in the morning: enjoying a cycle rickshaw ride in the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk followed by a visit to see the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, and the Raj Ghat, a memorial built for Mahatma Gandhi, a prominent figure in India’s struggle for freedom. In the afternoon, drive past Lutyen’s Delhi. Visit the tomb of Humayun and the lofty Qutab Minar, an early Mughal structure made of red sandstone and white marble. Day 3 Delhi, Agra Drive to Agra (4-5 hours) for an overnight stay in the ITC Mughal hotel or similar. In the afternoon, visit the impressive Agra Fort whose buildings, made of red sandstone and marble, are a mix of Hindu and Islamic architecture followed by a visit to the ornate tomb of Itamud- ud-Daula. Enjoy a visit to the Taj Mahal at sunset to marvel at one of the World’s great monuments in a glow of pink and yellow hues. Day 4 Agra, Ranthambore A full day’s drive to Ranthambore (6-7 hours) with an en route stop at Fatehpur Sikri, the red sandstone city built by Emperor Akbar that was abandoned after just 14 years. We stay for two nights at the Ranthambore Kothi, your base to explore Ranthambore National Park. 16 Godavari
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Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 E | [email protected] Day 5 Ranthambore Dates & Prices 2018/192019/20 Krishna Enjoy morning and evening game drives in Ranthambore National Park in search of the elusive Departure Day Price / Single room person supplementsupplement Delhi Royal Bengal tiger. Other animals include leopard, sloth bear, sambar deer, chital, nilgai, black buck, 28-July-1812-Oct-19 SunSat £785£1,275 £395£495 Agra langur and macaque. 12-Aug-1809-Nov-19 SunSat £785£1,275 £395£495 Jaipur Day 6 Ranthambore, Jaipur 23-Sep-1823-Nov-19 SunSat £785£1,275 £395£495 Enjoy a morning game drive. Later drive to Jaipur 14-Oct-1818-Jan-20 SunSat £865£1,275 £445£495 (4-5 hours). Stay at The Lalit or similar, on the 04-Nov-1808-Feb-20 SunSat £915£1,275 £445£495 Ranthambore outskirts of the city, for three nights. 22-Feb-20Diwali on SunSat 27 Oct 2019£1,275 Dinner in£495 Jaipur Day 7 Jaipur Visit the 17th century hilltop fort of Amber and 18-Nov-1814-Mar-20 SunSat £865£1,275 £445£495 the sparkling Mirror Palace. In the afternoon visit 02-Dec-1811-Apr-20 SunSat £865£1,245 £445£475 the City Palace complex including its museum 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 India and the 18th century Jantar Mantar astronomical 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 observatory. Drive through the busy bazaars for a 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 photo stop at the recently restored Hawa Mahal, 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 one of the most famous buildings in Jaipur. 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 Day 8 Jaipur, Delhi Holi on Tue 10 Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur Drive back to Delhi this afternoon (5 hours) for an Optional Excursion overnight stay at an airport hotel. 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 £445 Excursion name: Price pp from Day 9 Delhi 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 £445 Today you will be transferred to Delhi International Cooking class Jaipur £95 airport for your onward flight.
Suggested Extensions Optional Excursions Excursion name: Price From/ Sgl Supp Shimla Hills – 4 nights Ganges at Varanasi – 2 nights PP From PP Meal Plan Day 8 Delhi, Kalka, Shimla Day 8 Jaipur, Varanasi BreakfastSalaam Baalak daily Walk £XXX £XXX Lunch on days 4, 5, 6 Board the early morning Shatabdi Express to Kalka. Transfer to the airport for a short flight to Varanasi. Cooking class Jaipur £XXX £XXX Dinner on days 1, 4, 5 Journey onward, on the narrow gauge railway towards Transfer to the Gateway Hotel Ganges for two Shimla. On arrival, check-in at the legendary Clarke’s nights. Meal Plan hotel for three nights. Day 9 Varanasi Group Size 4Bed to 16& Breakfast people Day 9 Shimla Varanasi is the oldest continuously inhabited Lunch on days 2, 4, 5 A morning’s sightseeing tour of Shimla includes a places on earth. Streams of Hindu worshippers still Dinner on days 1, 6 visit to the Vice Regal Lodge, Mock Tudor Library and, come here today to bathe in the sacred waters. We Jakhu Temple as well as a walk down the busy Mall will enjoy a peaceful early morning boat ride on the Group Size 4Included to 16 people in the price Road to see the Gaiety Theatre and Christ Church. The Ganges. The afternoon is spent visiting Sarnath, Arrival & Departure transfers remainder of the day is at leisure. the site of Buddha’s first public discourse. Evening Internal travel by road Accommodation for 8 nights as listed Day 10 Shimla we head back to the Ganges to witness ceremonial Included in the price ArrivalEnglish &Speaking departure guides transfers and naturalist Your day is at leisure to explore the neighbouring worship with oil lamps. InternalEntrance travel fees atby monumentsroad and rail towns of Kufri, Naldhera and Chail or enjoy a walk Day 10 Varanasi, Delhi AccommodationGame drives & nature - 7 nights activities as listed in Ranthambore SightseeingAccompanying excursions tour escort when minimum group in the picturesque mountains. A midday flight back to Delhi. On arrival, transfer to English-speakingsize achieved guides Day 11 Shimla, Delhi an airport hotel for an overnight stay . Tour Escort Drive to Kalka (2 ½ hrs) to board the Shatabdi Express Day 11 Delhi Flight Options back to Delhi. Stay overnight at the Park Hotel. Transfer to the airport for your flight home. Flight Options Tour prices do not include international flights. Day 12 Delhi We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of Transfer to the airport for your flight home. your choice in your preferred cabin class.
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RAJASTHAN, Krishna Khimsar Delhi LAND OF KINGS Jaisalmer Agra Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Khimsar – Jaisalmer – 148 DaysDays Jodhpur Jaipur Dechu – Narlai – Udaipur Dechu fromfrom Narlai £1,795£785 Udaipur
Focusing on India’s royal heritage, this popular two week tour follows a classic route through Rajasthan. India
Highlights Special Experiences Accomodation • VisitTour OldOld and and New New Delhi Delhi •• StayTake in aelegant thrilling period cycle palaces rickshaw ride • Delhi -- Suryaa Suryaa Hotel Hotel • MarvelVisit the atTaj the Mahal Taj atMahal sunset • Experiencethrough the a night narrow in a lanesdesert ofcamp Old Delhi • Agra -- ITC ITC Mughal Mughal Sheraton • Explore the Fatehpur ‘Pink City’ Sikri of Jaipur •• VisitSee the the intricately changing carved colours Ranakpur of the TemplesTaj • Jaipur - - Shahpura The Lalit House • Venture into the desert fort of Jaisalmer • Dine under the stars to the sound of folk • Khimsar - Khimsar Fort • Visit the Amber Fort at Jaipur musicMahal with a sunset visit • Enjoy a night in a tented desert camp • Jaisalmer - Rang Mahal • Discover astronomical methods at the •• EnjoyStop a to scrumptious see the impressive high tea while 9th cruisingCentury • Visit the ‘Blue City’ of Jodhpur Lake Pichola, Udaipur • Dechu - Samsara Camp Jantar Mantar Observatory Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Relax around the lakes of Udaipur • Narli - Rawla Narlai • Shop for gems in Jaipur • Udaipur - Laxmi Vilas Palace
Introduction Itinerary Focusing on Rajasthan’s royal heritage, including the Taj Mahal and other great monuments Day 1 Delhi Greeted on arrival in Delhi and transferred to of the ‘Golden Triangle’, this popular two-week tour follows a classic route around northwest the Suryaa Hotel or similar for two nights. The India’s more regal and opulent locations: from the Mughal wonders and packed bazaars of Delhi remainder of the day is at leisure, with a welcome to Akbar’s ghost city at Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur (the ‘Pink City’) and the fairy-tale desert citadel dinner at a local restaurant. of Jaisalmer. From there, you head back across the sandflats of the Thar to Jodhpur, known as Day 2 Delhi the ‘Blue City’, before dropping south to end the trip in high romantic style, with a spell beside Explore Delhi on a full day sightseeing tour. Start the shimmering waters of Lake Pichola at Udaipur. Along the way, you’ll get to spend time in with a tour of Old Delhi in the morning: enjoy a some rural locations as well as cities, staying in elegant period palaces that give a flavour of the cycle rickshaw ride in the bustling lanes of Chandni lifestyles enjoyed by India’s Maharajas before Independence. Chowk followed by a visit to Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, and the Raj Ghat, a memorial built for Mahatma Gandhi, a prominent figure in India’s struggle for freedom. Drive through Lutyen’s New Delhi in the afternoon. Visit the tomb of Humayun and the lofty Qutb Minar, an early Mughal structure made of red sandstone and white marble. Day 3 Delhi, Agra Drive to Agra (4-5 hours) for an overnight stay at the ITC Mughal hotel or similar. In the afternoon visit the impressive Agra Fort whose buildings, made of red sandstone and marble, are a mix of Hindu and Islamic architecture. This is followed by a visit to the ornate tomb of Itamud-ud-Daula. Enjoy a visit to the Taj Mahal at sunset to marvel at one of the World’s great monuments in a glow of pink and yellow hues. Day 4 Agra, Jaipur A full day drive to Jaipur (6-7 hours) with a stop at Fatehpur Sikri, the red sandstone city built by Emperor Akbar that was abandoned after just 14 years. Closer to Jaipur, stop to see the impressive 9th Century Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri. Stay at the Shahpura House, the palatial house of the Shekhawat clan, or similar, for two nights. 18 Godavari
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Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 E | [email protected] Day 9 Jaisalmer, Dechu Krishna Day 5 Jaipur DatesDates && PricesPrices 2018/192019/20 Visit the 17th century hilltop fort of Amber and the Drive towards Dechu (5 hours) for a royal sparkling Mirror Palace. In the afternoon visit the City experience complete with dining under the stars DepartureDeparture DayDay PricePrice // SingleSingle roomroom Khimsar Delhi personperson supplementsupplement Palace complex including its museum and the 18th and unwinding as local folk musicians play out the 20-Jan-19 Sun £1,875 £875 Jaisalmer Agra century Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory, a night at the Samsara Tented Camp. 28-July-18 Sun £785 £395 Jodhpur Jaipur UNESCO World Heritage monument. Drive through Day 10 Dechu, Jodhpur, NarIai 12-Aug-1810-Feb-19 SunSun £785£1,875 £395£875 Dechu the busy bazaars for a photo stop at the recently 24-Feb-19 Sun £1,875 £875 Narlai Turning eastwards, the morning’s drive (2 hours) 23-Sep-18 Sun £785 £395 restored Hawa Mahal, one of the most famous brings us to ‘The Blue City’ of Jodhpur. Stop here 14-Oct-1809-Mar-19 SunSat £865£1,875 £445£875 Udaipur buildings in Jaipur. for a visit to the imposing Meherangarh Fort. Drive 04-Nov-18Holi specialSun - lunch in Udaipur£915 on 21£445 March Day 6 Jaipur, Khimsar on to the village of Narlai (3 hours) for a two night 14-April-19Diwali on Sun 27 Oct 2019£1,875 Dinner in£875 Jaipur Leave the “Pink City” in the morning and head stay at the Rawla Narlai. 15-Oct-19 Tue £1,875 £875 India towards rural Khimsar (5-6 hours). Arrive and check- Day 11 Narlai 18-Nov-18 Sun £865 £445 in to traditionally decorated rooms at the Khimsar Today is free to explore this authentic Rajasthani 02-Dec-18Diwali specialSun - dinner in£865 Udaipur on£445 27 Oct Fort hotel for an overnight stay. The afternoon is village which is dotted with curious temples. 13-Jan-1903-Nov-19 SunSun £865£1,825 £445£845 at leisure to relax by the pool or explore this 16th There is also the option of a jeep safari or a dinner 03-Feb-1924-Nov-19 SunSun £865£1,825 £445£845 century fort and village. Bikes are available to rent or on the edge of the 1100 year old step-well. 17-Feb-1919-Jan-20 SunSun £865£1,825 £445£845 a camel cart ride can be arranged. Day 12 Narlai, Udaipur 03-Mar-1902-Feb-20 SunSun £865£1,825 £445£845 Day 7 Khimsar, Jaisalmer Heading south, traverse the Aravalli Hills to 16-Feb-20 Sun £1,825 £845 Drive west for 5-6 hours towards the lone city Ranakpur, home of an intricately and painstakingly 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 of Jaisalmer, at the edge of Thar desert. The carved Jain Temple complex. Continue to Udaipur 27-Feb-20Holi on Tue 10Thu Mar 2020 Celebration£1,875 £875in Jaipur old part of the city was built almost entirely of where we stay for two nights at The Lalit Laxmi 07-Apr-19Holi specialSun - lunch in Udaipur£865 on 10£445 March yellow sandstone, lending to the settlement being Vilas Palace or similar. 19-Apr-1915-Mar-20 FriSun £865£1,825 £445£845 affectionately termed “The Golden City”. Stay at the Day 13 Udaipur 05-Apr-20 Sun £1,795 £795 Rang Mahal or similar for two nights. A morning city tour takes in the City Palace, a Day 8 Jaisalmer complex of 11 palaces, all with intricate stone In the morning, visit Jaisalmer Fort, which dominates work and interiors featuring glass mirror and Optional Excursions OptionalExcursion name: Excursions Price the local landscape. This impressive structure ornamental tile. Also visit Sahelion Ki Bari, the Excursion name: Price From/ ppSgl from Supp comprises a maze of alleyways and narrow lanes that old city and the Jagdish Temple. The afternoon is PP From PP lead to various Havelis or merchant homes and Jain at leisure to browse through the markets. Enjoy a Jaipur Virasat Walk, Jaipur £55 Salaam Baalak Walk £XXX £XXX temples, all enclosed within the fort. Also visit the sunset high tea cruise on the lake in the evening. Cooking Class, Jaipur £95 Gadisar Tank, once the sole water supply of the city Day 14 Udaipur Cooking class Jaipur £XXX £XXX and now a repository of small temples and shrines. Transfer to the airport. Meal Plan BedMeal & Breakfast Plan Suggested Extension LunchBed & days Breakfast 2, 4, 5,10, 12 DinnerLunch ondays days 1, 92, 4, 5 Beaches of Goa – 3 nights Dinner on days 1, 6 Group Size Day 14 Udaipur, Mumbai, Goa 4 to 16 people Take a set of flights via Mumbai to Goa, arriving Group Size 4 to 16 people mid afternoon. Transfer to the Holiday Inn or similar (upgrades available) for three nights. Included in the price Days 15, 16 Goa Arrival & departureDeparture transferstransfers At leisure Internal travel by road and rail Accommodation -for 7 nights13 nights as listedas listed Day 17 Goa SightseeingEnglish Speaking excursions guides Entrance fees at monuments Transfer to the airport . English-speaking guides Accompanying tour escort when minimum group size achievedTour Escort Flight Options FlightTour prices Options do not include international flights. We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of Tour prices do not include international flights. your choice in your preferred cabin class. We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of your choice in your preferred cabin class. Suggested Extensions Hotel Upgrades PrivatePrivate Travel Travel Options Options Name:Hotel Name: Price From/ Sgl Supp Hotel Name: Price From/PP Sgl Supp ppPP from ppFrom from PP pp from Frompp from PP £95£95 per per person person Taj Mahal, Delhi £XXX£195 £XXX£189 Shimla Hills £XXX £XXX Beaches of Goa £665 £425 ForFor a anominal nominal price price you you can can upgrade upgrade to to a aprivate private Tigers of £XXX £XXX SamodeLake Palace, Haveli, Udaipur Jaipur £XXX£395 £XXX£390 tour,tour, for for which which you you will will have have private private use use of of Ranthambore chauffeur-drivenchauffeur-driven cars cars for for transfers transfers and and travel travel as as well as your own English-speaking private guides. 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CLASSIC INDIA Delhi Delhi – Varanasi – Khajuraho – Orchha – Agra – Agra Jaipur – Jodhpur – Udaipur Jaipur Jodhpur 148 DaysDays Orchha fromfrom Udaipur Khajuraho £2,035£785 Varanasi India Experience India’s highlights and religious sites on this heritage tour travelling across the north of the country.
Highlights SpecialSpecial Experiences Experiences AccomodationAccomodation • VisitExploring Old Britishand New Heritage Delhi in India’s capital • • TakeVisit a thrillingthe pilgrimage cycle siterickshaw of Sarnath ride where • • DelhiDelhi - Suryaa - The Taj Hotel Mahal Hotel Buddha gave his first sermon in 530 B.C. • MarvelVisit the atfamous the Taj erotic Mahal temples at Khajuraho through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi • • AgraVaranasi - ITC Mughal - Taj Gateway Sheraton Hotel Ganges • Witness the pre-dawn rituals on the River • ExploreExperience Fatehpur the changing Sikri hues of the Taj Mahal • SeeGanges the changing at the holy colours town ofof Varanasi the Taj • • JaipurKhajuraho - The -Lalit Radisson Hotel • Explore Jaipur, The ‘Pink City’ of Rajasthan • Agra - ITC Mughal • Visit the Amber Fort at Jaipur • MahalExplore with the a atmosphericsunset visit chattris in Orchha • Visit Jodhpur’s impressive Mehrangarh Fort • Jaipur - ITC Rajputana • Discover astronomical methods at the • • StopEnjoy to seea traditional the impressive Rajasthani 9th meal Century as private • See the Jain temples of Ranakpur guests of a local family in Jodhpur • Jodhpur - ITC Welcome Jantar Mantar Observatory Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Relax on the banks of Lake Pichola, Udaipur • Udaipur - Lalit Laxmi Vilas Palace • Shop for gems in Jaipur
Introduction Staying in five star hotels, you will experience India’s cultural, sacred and religious heritage on Itinerary this tour of the North’s historic highlights. Spanning 2,500 years of monumental architecture, this Day 1 Delhi loop from Delhi across the Gangetic Plains to Varanasi and southern Rajasthan weaves between Greeted on arrival in Delhi and transfer to the Taj Mahal hotel or similar, for two nights. India’s most iconic temples, palaces and forts, culminating with a stay in the dreamy lakeside The remainder of the day is at leisure, with a city of Udaipur. In the course of a highly varied fortnight you’ll travel in footsteps of the Buddha, welcome dinner at a restaurant in the evening. experience the erotic intensity of Khajuraho’s tantric stone carvings and watch the sunrise over Day 2 Delhi the Ganges, as well as seeing the Taj Mahal and many other fabulous medieval wonders of Explore Delhi on a full day sightseeing tour. Enjoy a cycle rickshaw ride in the bustling lanes of Agra, including a couple of rarely visited gems. Your experienced English-speaking escort and Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi followed by a visit to guide remains with you throughout the journey ensuring your every comfort at all times. Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India and the Raj Ghat, a memorial built for Mahatma Gandhi, a prominent figure in India’s struggle for freedom. In the afternoon, drive past Lutyen’s New Delhi. Visit the tomb of Humayun and the lofty Qutb Minar, an early Mughal structure made of red sandstone and white marble. Day 3 Delhi, Varanasi Take a short flight to Varanasi, one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world and, for Hindus, one of the holiest places in India. Stay at The Gateway Hotel or similar for two nights. The afternoon is at leisure. Witness the spectacular Ganga Aarti (spiritual worship) this evening on the ghats of the Ganges river. Day 4 Varanasi A peaceful early morning boat ride on the Ganges to see devotees at prayer at the waters’ edge. Visit Sarnath, the site of Buddha’s first public discourse and now home to many magnificent stupas and monasteries. Afternoon stop by at one of Varanasi’s famous silk workshops. Day 5 Varanasi, Khajuraho Take a midday flight to Khajuraho and transfer to the Radisson Hotel or similar for an overnight stay. Enjoy an afternoon tour of the legendary temples of Khajuraho, renowned for their erotic art.
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Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 E | [email protected] Day 10 Jaipur, Jodhpur Krishna Day 6 Khajuraho, Orchha, Agra Dates & Prices 2018/192019/20 A morning drive (4 hours) to the unhurried A long drive (6-7 hours) through the heartland of Departure Day PricePrice // SingleSingle roomroom Delhi settlement of Orchha to see the 16th century this desert state to Jodhpur. Stay at ITC Welcome person supplement temples and palaces. A short drive to Jhansi, after or similar for two nights. person supplement Agra lunch, to board an express train to Agra, arriving in 20-Jan-19 Sun £2,035 £925 Jaipur Day 11 Jodhpur 28-July-18 Sun £785 £395 the evening. Stay at ITC Mughal or similar for two Enjoy a half day sightseeing tour of Jodhpur 10-Feb-19 Sun £2,035 £925 Jodhpur nights. 12-Aug-18 Sun £785 £395 Orchha focussed on the majestic Mehrangarh fort. Also 24-Feb-19 Sun £2,035 £925 visit the Jaswant Thada, a marble cenotaph and 23-Sep-18 Sun £785 £395 Udaipur Khajuraho Day 7 Agra take a walk through the Sadar Bazar to see its 09-Mar-19 Sat £2,095 £925 Varanasi A half day sightseeing tour of Agra starts with a 14-Oct-18 Sun £865 £445 visit to the Taj Mahal, regarded as one of the finest Clock Tower that dates back to 1912. The afternoon Holi on Thurs 21-Mar-19. Celebration in Udaipur 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 examples of Mughal architecture. Followed by a is at leisure. In the evening, enjoy dinner at the 14-Apr-19 Sun £1,695 £795 India visit to the impressive Agra Fort whose buildings, residence of a local family. Optional excursion: Diwali on Sun 27 Oct 2019 Dinner in Jaipur Camel Cart ride, Osian 20-Oct-19 Sun £2,275 £995 made of red sandstone and marble, are a mix of 18-Nov-18 Sun £865 £445 Hindu and Islamic architecture. Finally, see the Day 12 Jodhpur, Udaipur Diwali special - dinner in Jaipur on 27 Oct ornate tomb of Itamud-ud-Daula. The afternoon is 02-Dec-18 Sun £865 £445 Head to the scenic beauty of the Aravalli Hills 10-Nov-19 Sun £2,225 £995 at leisure. and the town of Ranakpur (3 hours) to visit the 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 24-Nov-19 Sun £2,225 £995 Day 8 Agra, Jaipur intricately carved Jain temples before continuing 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 A full day drive to Jaipur (6-7 hours) with a stop on to Udaipur (3 hours). Stay at The Lalit Laxmi 19-Jan-20 Sun £2,225 £995 Vilas Palace or similar for two nights. 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 at Fatehpur Sikri, the red sandstone city built by 09-Feb-20 Sun £2,225 £995 Emperor Akbar and abandoned after just 14 years. Day 13 Udaipur 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 27-Feb-20 Thu £2,275 £995 Closer to Jaipur, stop to see the impressive 9th A morning city tour takes in the City Palace, a complex 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 century AD Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri. Stay of 11 palaces, all with intricate stone work and Holi special - lunch in Udaipur on 10 March Holi on Tue 10 Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur at ITC Rajputana or similar for two nights. interiors featuring glass mirror and ornamental tile. 15-Mar-20 Sun £2,225 £995 Also visit the gardens of Sahelion Ki Bari, the old city 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 £445 Day 9 Jaipur and the Jagdish Temple. The afternoon is at leisure. 05-Apr-20 Sun £2,045 £935 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 £445 Visit the 17th century hilltop fort of Amber this morning Optional excursion: Sunset champagne hiking. and the sparkling Mirror Palace. In the afternoon visit Optional Excursions the City Palace with its museum and the 18th century Day 14 Udaipur Excursion name: Price Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory. Drive through Transfer to the airport. pp from the busy bazaars for a photo stop at the recently restored Hawa Mahal, one of the most famous OptionalCamel Cart ride, Excursions Osian, Jodhpur £85 buildings in Jaipur. Sunset Champagne hike, Udaipur £95 Meal Plan Suggested Extensions Bed & Breakfast Lunches on days 2, 4, 6, 8 & 12 Laid-back Kerala – 5 nights Beaches of Goa – 3 nights Dinner on days 1, 11 Day 14 Udaipur, Mumbai, Cochin Day 14 Udaipur, Mumbai, Goa Take a set of flights via Mumbai to Cochin, arriving Take a set of flights via Mumbai to Goa, arriving Meal Plan mid afternoon. Transfer to the Casino Hotel or mid afternoon. Transfer to the Holiday Inn or similar GroupBed & Breakfast Size similar for two nights. In the evening, take a sunset (upgrades available) for three nights. Lunch4 to 16 on people days 2, 4, 5 cruise in the harbour for views of the landmark Days 15, 16 Goa Dinner on days 1, 6 Chinese fishing nets. At leisure. Day 15 Cochin Group Size Day 17 Goa 4Included to 16 people in the price Sightseeing of historic Fort Cochin includes a visit Arrival & Departure transfers Transfer to the airport. to the Dutch Palace, the Jewish Synagogue and Internal travel by road, rail and air St Francis, the oldest church in India. Attend a IncludedAccommodation in for the13 nights price as listed Kathakali dance performance. ArrivalEnglish &Speaking departure guides transfers InternalEntrance travel fees atby monumentsroad and rail Day 16 Cochin, Kumarakom AccommodationAccompanying tour - 7 escortnights whenas listed minimum group Drive to Kumarakom (2 hours). Stay at the Zuri Sightseeingsize achieved excursions Kumarakom for three nights. English-speaking guides The remainder of the day is at leisure. FlightTour Escort Options Days 17, 18 Kumarakom Tour prices do not include international flights. We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of At leisure. Flight Options yourTour choiceprices doin yournot include preferred international cabin class. flights. Day 19 Cochin We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of Transfer to Cochin airport. your choice in your preferred cabin class.
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GOLDEN TEMPLE & DharamsalaGodavari Krishna Amritsar Pragpur 118 DaysDays THE HIMALAYAS Shimla Amritsar–Dharamsala–Pragpur–Shimla–Delhi fromfrom £1,198£785 Krishna
A favourite with TransIndus clients this tour ventures off-track Delhi to take in the Golden Temple at Amritsar and the summer capiatl of the British Raj, Shimla.
Highlights Special Experiences Accomodation
• The Golden Temple at Amritsar • Experience the Golden Temple and participate • Amritsar - Holiday Inn • Experience a ‘beating-the-retreat-ceremony’ in preparation of food for the daily communal feeding (langar) of thousands of devotees • Dharamsala - Clouds End Villa • Visit Mcleod Ganj a Buddhist conclave • Enjoy a picnic lunch and visit a tea plantation • Pragpur - Judges Court • Walk the cobbled streets of Pragpur Village • Visit Dharamsala, the Dalai Lama’s residence • Shimla - Clarke’s Hotel • Explore Shimla, the summer capital of British • Delhi - The ParkIndia Hotel India • Ride the famous ‘Toy Train’ to Kandaghat
Introduction This interesting, off-the-beaten track tour invites you to the impressive Golden Temple, situated in a shimmering man-made tank in Amritsar. Driving into neighbouring Himachal Pradesh towards Buddhist country, take in the picturesque scenery of Dharamsala and McLeod Ganj, the residence of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Travel onward to the Kangra Valley Shimla, the summer capital of the British Raj before returning from Delhi.
22 Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 Itinerary E | [email protected] Day 1 Amritsar Day 5 Dharamsala, Pragpur Dates & Prices 2018/19 Met on arrival in Amritsar and transferred to the Drive down to the heritage village of Pragpur (2½ DatesDeparture & PricesDay 2019/20Price / Single room Holiday Inn or similar for two nights. The rest hours) with the option of a ride on the Kangra person supplement of the day is free for relaxation with a welcome heritage railway line. Two nights are spent at the Departure Day Price / Single room 28-July-18 Sun person£785 supplement£395 dinner this evening. Judges Court. 08-Feb-1912-Aug-18 FriSun £1,349£785 £599£395 Day 2 Amritsar Day 6 Pragpur 13-Mar-19 Wed £1,409 £599 A full day of sightseeing starts with a walk Enjoy a walk through Pragpur’s intriguing medieval 23-Sep-18 Sun £785 £395 through the bustling lanes of the old city narrow stone-cobbled streets. A picnic lunch is 14-Oct-18Holi on ThursSun 21-Mar-19. Celebration£865 £445in Shimla followed by a visit to Jallianwala Bagh. Visit followed by a visit to a tea plantation. 05-Apr-1904-Nov-18 FriSun £1,198£915 £559£445 the majestic Golden Temple complex, one of the Day 7 Pragpur, Shimla 19-Apr-19Diwali on FriSun 27 Oct 2019£1,198 Dinner in£559 Jaipur holiest shrines of the Sikh faith. Take part in the Leaving Pragpur, drive through picturesque 20-Sep-1918-Nov-18 FriSun £1,395£865 £625£445 communal lunch (langar) where thousands share countryside ending with a steep and spectacular 26-Oct-1902-Dec-18 SatSun £1,445£865 £625£445 a free meal every day. In the afternoon drive climb through the Shivalik Hills to the hill station Diwali Special - Diwali in Amritsar on 27 Oct to the Wagah border to see the indulgent joint of Shimla (6 hours). Stay at the legendary Clarke’s 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 ‘beating-the-retreat’ ceremony of the Indian and Hotel for three nights. 07-Feb-2003-Feb-19 FriSun £1,395£865 £625£445 Pakistani guard. Day 8 Shimla 05-Mar-2017-Feb-19 ThuSun £1,445£865 £625£445 Day 3 Amritsar, Dharamsala The morning’s sightseeing tour of Shimla includes 03-Mar-19Holi SpecialSun - Holi in Pragpur£865 on 10£445 Mar Heading north, leave the plains of the Punjab and a visit to the Vice Regal Lodge, Library and Jakhu 10-Apr-2017-Mar-19 FriSun £1,395£925 £625£445 reach the town of Dharamsala (4-5 hours), the Temple and a walk along the busy Mall Road to Holi on Tue 10 Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur residence of His Holiness The Dalai Lama, in the see the Gaiety Theatre and Christ Church. In the foothills of the Himalaya. Stay for two nights at afternoon take a ride on the affectionately named 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 £445 Clouds End Villa or similar. In the afternoon visit ‘toy train’ to Kandaghat. 19-Apr-19OptionalFri Excursions£865 £445 the nearby Norbulingka Institute, built in the style Day 9 Shimla Excursion name: Price of the Dalai Lama’s former summer residence in pp from Day at leisure, with an option to play golf at the Lhasa (Tibet). picturesque, Naldehra Golf Course. Naldehra Golf £175 Day 4 Dharamsala Course, Shimla Day 10 Shimla, Delhi Optional Excursions A morning sightseeing tour through the Tibetan Drive down to Kalka (2½ hours) for the express Excursion name: Price From/ Sgl Supp Buddhist enclave of Mcleod Ganj with visits to PP From PP train back to Delhi, staying overnight at The Park the Namgyal Monastery, the Kalachakra Temple Hotel or similar. and the Bhagsunath Temple. In the afternoon, MealSalaam BaalakPlan Walk £XXX £XXX relax in one of the many inviting cafes or explore Day 11 Delhi BreakfastCooking daily,class Jaipur £XXX £XXX Transfer to the airport. Lunch on days 2, 6, and 8 some of the smaller local monasteries. Dinner on day 1 Meal Plan Suggested Extensions GroupBed & Breakfast Size 4Lunch to 16 on people days 2, 4, 5 Ananda in the Himalaya – 3 nights Dinner on days 1, 6 Days 10 Shimla, Rishikesh Group Size Drive to Rishikesh (6-7 hours). Stay three nights 4 to 16 people at the Ananda in the Himalayas, a deluxe resort Included in the price Arrival & Departure transfers and spa, renowned for yoga and Ayurveda. InternalIncluded travel by in road the and price rail Day 11, 12 Rishikesh AccommodationArrival & departure for transfers10 nights as listed EnglishInternal Speakingtravel by roadguides and rail At leisure. EntranceAccommodation fees at -monuments 7 nights as listed Day 13 Rishikesh, Delhi AccompanyingSightseeing excursions tour escort when minimumEnglish-speaking group size guides achieved Return to Delhi by train and stay overnight at The Tour Escort Park Hotel. Day 14 Delhi Flight Options Tour prices do not include international flights. Transfer to the airport for your onwards flight. We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of your choice in your preferred cabin class.
Suggested Extensions Hotel Upgrades PrivatePrivate Travel Travel Options Options Name:Hotel Name: Price From/ Sgl Supp Hotel Name: Price From/PP Sgl Supp ppPP from ppFrom from PP pp from ppFrom from PP £95£95 per per person person Taj Mahal, Delhi £XXX £XXX Shimla Hills £XXX £XXX Ananda in the Himalaya £1,295 £745 Amritsar - Ranjit Vilas £35 £30 ForFor a anominal nominal price price you you can can upgrade upgrade to to a aprivate private Tigers of £XXX £XXX Samode Haveli, Jaipur £XXX £XXX tour,tour, for for which which you you will will have have private private use use of of Shimla - Oberoi Cecil £225 £195 Ranthambore chauffeur-drivenchauffeur-driven cars cars for for transfers transfers and and travel travel as as well as your own English-speaking private guides. Ganges and Varanasi £XXX £XXX well as your own English-speaking private guides. IfIf minimum minimum group group tour tour numbers numbers are are not not achieved, achieved, Golden Temple & £XXX £XXX youyou can can still still travel travel by by paying making this this supplement. supplement Amritsar payment. Beaches of Goa £XXX £XXX
T | 0208 566 3739 E | [email protected] 23 Delhi LAND OF TIGERS Delhi-Pench-Kanha-Bandavgarh-Delhi
118 DaysDays fromfrom Bandhavgarh £2,525£785 Kanha The ultimate tour for wildlife enthusiasts, visit three of India’s national parks in search of the tiger and India Pench experience the biodiversity of the parks. Highlights SpecialSpecial Experiences Experiences AccomodationAccomodation • ExploreVisit Old India’s and Newbest National Delhi Parks for Tiger •• TakeEnjoy a evening thrilling lectures cycle rickshaw by resident ride experts on •• DelhiDelhi - -Suryaa The Claridges Hotel Hotel India’s flora and fauna. • ObserveMarvel theat the contrasting Taj Mahal ecosystems through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi •• AgraPench - ITC - Pench Mughal Jungle Sheraton Camp • Visit local villages and schools. • Stay in cottages and tented suites on the • Kanha - Kanha Jungle Lodge • edgeExplore of the Fatehpur jungle Sikri •• SeeLearn the about changing wildlife colours conservation of the projectsTaj • Jaipur - The Lalit • Bandhavgarh - Tiger Trails Resort • EnjoyVisit thealfresco, Amber lantern Fort litat dinnersJaipur listening to Mahal with a sunset visit • Delhi - Holiday Inn, Aerocity • theDiscover sound ofastronomical nature methods at the • Stop to see the impressive 9th Century Jantar Mantar Observatory Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Shop for gems in Jaipur
Introduction Itinerary Join TransIndus on a trip to the wild heart of India. Covering three of the country’s most remote Day 1 Delhi and beautiful national parks, this special group tour will give you the best possible chance of On arrival, the group will be met by TransIndus’s sighting tigers, as well as other magnificent and rare animals, including leopard, nilgai (blue representative in Delhi and escorted to The Claridge’s hotel, where we’ll stay for one night. bull), bison, sloth bears, civet and pangolins. A luxurious journey deep into India’s untrammeled Spend the remainder of the day recovering from interior – domain of the world’s most adored and endangered creature, the Royal Bengal tiger. the journey, perhaps venturing out later for a stroll around the nearby Lodi Gardens. Day 2 Pench After breakfast transfer to the airport, for a morning flight to Nagpur. Travelling onwards from there to Pench National Park. Stay at Pench Jungle Camp or similar for two nights. In the evening enjoy an introductory talk on the local flora and fauna, followed by supper. Day 3 Pench Morning and afternoon game drives account for most of your third day on tour, with the screening of a wildlife documentary in the evening before supper. Between safaris, enjoy the luxury facilities of the camp, which include a large, oval pool screened by stately old mahua and teak trees. Day 4 Kanha A final game drive at Pench in the morning, followed by a long journey northeast to Kanha National Park in the afternoon, where we’ll spend three nights at Kanha Jungle Lodge or similar. Day 5 Kanha Your first full day at Kanha features morning and evening safaris, beginning at 5am (an earlier start than usual is recommended in order to get the paperwork done and gain a head start on other vehicles entering the park) and at 2.30pm. Day 6 Kanha Enjoy another safari in the morning. In the afternoon, the group will have the choice between a second game drive, or visiting the local village and school. 24 Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 Delhi E | [email protected] Day 7 Bandhavgarh Day 10 Delhi Dates & Prices 2018/192019/20 After an early breakfast, the group will travel to Any members of the group wishing to undertake Single room Departure Day Price / Single room Bandhavgarh National Park in time for lunch and a short morning drive in the park before breakfast person supplement an afternoon safari. We stay for three nights at will be able to do so. Then, depart for Jabalpur person supplement 10-Nov-19 Sun £2,525 £525 Tiger Trails Resort or similar. This is the largest of airport, where we’ll catch a flight back to Delhi. 28-July-18 Sun £785 £395 the three parks we visit. It boasts a wide variety Stay at Holiday Inn Aerocity or similar for the 02-Feb-20 Sun £2,525 £525 of animals including sloth bear, antelope, several night. 12-Aug-18 Sun £785 £395 12-Apr-20 Sun £2,525 £525 Bandhavgarh varieties of monkey and an array of birdlife. Day 11 Delhi 23-Sep-18 Sun £785 £395 Day 8 Bandhavgarh After breakfast transfer to the terminal building of 14-Oct-18 Sun £865 £445 Kanha Enjoy a day full of jungle activities including nearby Delhi international airport for your return 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 morning and afternoon drives in the park . flight back home. Diwali on Sun 27 Oct 2019 Dinner in Jaipur Day 9 Bandhavgarh Pench 18-Nov-18 Sun £865 £445 India Your final day of park safaris begins with the usual early morning wake-up call at around 5.15am, 02-Dec-18 Sun £865 £445 when a tray of ‘bed tea’ will be brought to your 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 cottage. Breakfast will be served in the park 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 during the drive. 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 Holi on Tue 10 Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 £445 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 £445
Optional Excursions Excursion name: Price From/ Sgl Supp Meal Plan PP From PP Bed and Breakfast in Delhi NationalSalaam parksBaalak on WalkFull Board £XXX £XXX Cooking class Jaipur £XXX £XXX
MealGroup Plan Size 4 to 16 people Bed & Breakfast Lunch on days 2, 4, 5 Suggested Extensions Dinner on days 1, 6 Golden Temple Amritsar – 2 nights Beaches of Goa – 3 nights GroupIncluded Size in the price Day 11 Delhi, Amritsar Day 11 Delhi, Goa 4Arrival to 16 &people Departure transfers Internal travel by road and air Take the early morning Shatabadi Express (5 hr Fly from Delhi to Goa, arriving mid afternoon. Transfer to the Holiday Inn or similar (upgrades Accommodation for 10 nights as listed train journey) to Amritsar for a two night stay at the EnglishIncluded Speaking in guides the and price naturalist Holiday Inn. Your afternoon will be at leisure. available) for three nights. EntranceArrival & feesdeparture at monuments transfers Internal travel by road and rail Day 12, 13 Goa Game drives & nature activities in national parks Day 12 Amritsar AccompanyingAccommodation tour - 7 escortnights whenas listed minimum group At leisure. Visit the Golden Temple complex, one of the holiest sizeSightseeing achieved excursions shrines of the Sikh faith and Jallianwala Bagh. In Day 14 Goa English-speaking guides the afternoon drive to the Wagah border to see the Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Tour Escort indulgent joint ‘retreat’ ceremony of the Indian and Flight Options Pakistani guard. Tour prices do not include international flights. Day 13 Amritsar We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of Transfer to the airport for your flight home. your choice in your preferred cabin class.
Suggested Extensions Hotel Upgrades PrivatePrivate Travel Travel Options Options Hotel Name: Price From/ Sgl Supp Hotel Name: Price From/PP Sgl Supp Name: Price Sgl Supp Hotel Name: Price SglFrom Supp PP PPpp from Frompp fromPP pp from pp from £95£95 per per person person Taj Mahal, Delhi £XXX £XXX Shimla Hills £XXX £XXX Golden Temple, £245 £95 Delhi, Imperial Hotel £265 £255 ForFor a anominal nominal price price you you can can upgrade upgrade to to a aprivate private TigersAmritsar of £XXX £XXX Samode Haveli, Jaipur £XXX £XXX tour,tour, for for which which you you will will have have private private use use of of RanthamboreBeaches of Goa £665 £425 chauffeur-drivenchauffeur-driven cars cars for for transfers transfers and and travel travel as as well as your own English-speaking private guides. Ganges and Varanasi £XXX £XXX well as your own English-speaking private guides. IfIf minimum minimum group group tour tour numbers numbers are are not not achieved, achieved, Golden Temple & £XXX £XXX youyou can can still still travel travel by by paying making this this supplement. supplement Amritsar payment. Beaches of Goa £XXX £XXX
T | 0208 566 3739 E | [email protected] 25 Delhi Agra Jaipur GOLDEN TRIANGLE & India KERALA BACKWATERS Mumbai Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Mumbai – Cochin – 8 Days Periyar – Riceboat – Kovalam 14from Days from £785£1,785
This comprehensive tour combines the highlights of Cochin Alleppey Periyar North India and Kerala. Kovalam
Highlights Special Experiences Accomodation •• VisitExplore Old the and contrasts New Delhi of Old & New Delhi • TakeRide througha thrilling busy cycle markets rickshaw of old Delhiride •• DelhiDelhi - - SuryaaSuryaa HotelHotel •• MarvelMarvel at Thethe Taj MahalMahal and Agra Fort • throughTaj Mahal the at narrowsunset lanes of Old Delhi •• AgraAgra - - ITCITC Mughal Sheraton •• ExploreVisit Jaipur, Fatehpur home Sikrito the Amber Fort • SeeExplore the Mumbai’s changing Colaba colours and of Fort the districts Taj •• JaipurJaipur -- TheThe Lalit •• VisitExplore the the Amber Dutch Fort Port at of Jaipur Cochin • MahalOvernight with cruise a sunset on rice visit barge • Mumbai - Trident Nariman Point • Cruise the backwaters on a rice barge • Walk through Periyar nature reserve • Cochin - Killians Boutique Hotel • Discover astronomical methods at the • Stop to see the impressive 9th Century • Relax on the beaches of Kovalam • Periyar - Cardamom County Resort Jantar Mantar Observatory Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Overnight cruise on a converted Rice Barge • Shop for gems in Jaipur • Kovalam - Travancore Heritage Introduction Itinerary One of the questions we’re most frequently asked by clients contemplating their first trip to India Day 1 Delhi is ‘whether to go north or south’? This two-week group tour neatly sidesteps the dilemma by Greeted on arrival in Delhi and transferred to the combining the highlights of both. Beginning with a whistle-stop round of the Golden Triangle and Suryaa Hotel or similar for two nights. Enjoy a Rajasthan’s monuments – including the Taj Mahal, Delhi’s Jama Masjid and “Pink City” of Jaipur welcome dinner at a local restaurant. – it uses Mumbai’s ultra-efficient flight connections as a stepping stone to the far southern state Day 2 Delhi of Kerala, whose lush, tropical backwaters and tea plantations provide the perfect counterpoint Explore Delhi today starting with Old Delhi in to the Mughal grandeur and desert vistas of the previous week. As ever with our Group Tours, the morning: enjoy a cycle rickshaw ride in the accommodation is luxurious and reflective of the variety of different landscapes and cultures bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk followed by the you’ll experience on this trip of a lifetime through India’s top sights. Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, and the Raj Ghat, a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. In the afternoon, drive past Lutyen’s New Delhi and visit the tomb of Humayun and the Qutb Minar. Day 3 Delhi, Agra Drive to Agra (4-5 hours) for an overnight stay in the ITC Mughal hotel or similar. In the afternoon, visit the impressive Agra Fort, a mix of Hindu and Islamic architecture followed by a visit to the ornate tomb of Itamud-ud-Daula. Enjoy a visit to the Taj Mahal at sunset. Day 4 Agra, Jaipur Drive to Jaipur (6-7 hours) visiting Fatehpur Sikri enroute. Closer to Jaipur we stop at the impressive 9th century step well at Abhaneri. Stay at The Lalit hotel or similar for two nights. Day 5 Jaipur Visit the 17th century hilltop fort of Amber and the sparkling Mirror Palace. In the afternoon visit the City Palace complex including its museum and the 18th century Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory. Drive through the busy bazaars for a photo stop at the Hawa Mahal Palace, one of Jaipur iconic locations.
26 Delhi Agra Jaipur Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 E | [email protected] Day 10 Periyar Day 6 Jaipur, Mumbai Dates & Prices 2018/192019/20 India This morning take a walk in Periyar Nature Take an early morning flight to Mumbai and Reserve with tribal trackers, in search of wildlife. Departure Day Price / Single room transfer to the hotel Trident Nariman Point or person supplement Afternoon visit a spice plantation which offers Mumbai similar for an overnight stay. This afternoon visit 13-Jan-19 Sun £1,995 £885 an interesting insight into how various spices 28-July-18 Sun £785 £395 the Gateway of India. Drive past Mumbai High such as cardamom, cloves and cinnamon are 03-Feb-19 Sun £1,995 £885 Court and the ornate Victoria Terminus. Drive 12-Aug-18 Sun £785 £395 grown, cultivated and processed. 17-Feb-19 Sun £1,995 £885 along the Marine drive and visit the Hanging 23-Sep-18 Sun £785 £395 Gardens, offering a splendid view of the city. Day 11 Periyar, Riceboat 14-Oct-1803-Mar-19 Sun £865£1,995 £445£885 07-Apr-19 Sun £1,785 £695 Day 7 Mumbai, Cochin Drive back down through the hills and 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 plantations towards the backwaters to board a 19-Apr-19Diwali on FriSun 27 Oct 2019£1,785 Dinner in£695 Jaipur Cochin Take a morning flight to Cochin. Transfer to Alleppey rice boat for an overnight cruise through Lake 06-Oct-19 Sun £2,095 £925 Periyar Killians Boutique Hotel or similar for two nights. 18-Nov-18 Sun £865 £445 Kovalam Vembanad and the backwaters. This is a region Later, visit the Dutch Palace, with its murals of 02-Dec-1817-Nov-19 Sun £865£2,095 £445£925 that not only shelters some unique animal and the Ramayana, and the Jewish Synagogue (time 12-Jan-20 Sun £2,095 £925 bird life, but also lush paddy fields. This is one 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 permitting). of the few places in the world where farming is 03-Feb-1902-Feb-20 Sun £865£2,095 £445£925 Day 8 Cochin done below sea level. 17-Feb-1916-Feb-20 Sun £865£2,095 £445£925 Visit the Kumbalangi village in the morning, Day 12 Riceboat, Kovalam 03-Mar-1915-Mar-20 Sun £865£2,095 £445£925 where you will have the chance to interact with 05-Apr-20 Sun £1,895 £795 Drive to the southern coastal town and the 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 fishermen as they demonstrate local techniques inviting beaches at Kovalam. Stay at the local used to harvest prawns, crabs, oysters and small Holi on Tue 10 Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur styled Travancore Heritage for two nights. fish. In the evening, enjoy a sunset cruise on 07-Apr-19OptionalSun Excursions£865 £445 Excursion name: Price the harbour, a signature Kerala experience, for Day 13 Kovalam 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 pp£445 from views of the landmark Chinese fishing nets, which Day at leisure provide a spectacular photo opportunity at dusk. Salaam Baalak Walk £55 Day 14 Kovalam, Trivandrum Day 9 Cochin, Periyar Jaipur Virasar Walk £55 Travel to Trivandrum airport for your onward OptionalCooking Class Excursions Jaipur £95 Drive along meandering roads through lush, journey. green countryside ascending into the ‘Western KalaripayattuExcursion name: Price From/ £20Sgl Supp PP From PP Ghats’ at Periyar (5 hours). Enjoy lunch at a rubber plantation. Stay at the Cardamom County Resort Salaam Baalak Walk £XXX £XXX or similar for two nights. In the evening attend a MealCooking Planclass Jaipur £XXX £XXX Kathakali performance, a traditional dance drama Breakfast daily in which the dancers wear elaborate costumes Lunch on days 2, 4, 5, 8, 9 & 11 and make up. DinnerMeal on daysPlan 1 & 11 Bed & Breakfast GroupLunch on days Size 2, 4, 5 Dinner4 to 16 peopleon days 1, 6 Group Size Included4 to 16 people in the price Arrival & Departure transfers IncludedInternal travel by in road the and price air Suggested Extension ArrivalAccommodation & departure for transfers13 nights as listed InternalEnglish Speakingtravel by roadguides and rail Kovalam for 3 extra nights AccommodationEntrance fees at -monuments 7 nights as listed SightseeingEscorted walks excursions in Periyar Days 14, 15, 16 Kovalam English-speakingAccompanying tour guides escort when minimum Stay for an additional three nights at the Tourgroup Escort size achieved Travancore Heritage. Flight Options Day 17 Kovalam, Trivandrum Tour prices do not include international flights. Transfer to Trivandrum airport for your We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of onward flight. your choice in your preferred cabin class.
Suggested Extensions Hotel Upgrades PrivatePrivate Travel Travel Options Options Name:Hotel Name: Price From/ Sgl Supp Hotel Name: Price From/PP Sgl Supp ppPP from ppFrom from PP pp from ppFrom from PP £95£95 per per person person Taj Mahal, Delhi £XXX £XXX Shimla Hills £XXX £XXX Kovalam Beach £235 £150 Taj Mahal, Delhi £195 £189 ForFor a anominal nominal price price you you can can upgrade upgrade to to a aprivate private TigersExtension of £XXX £XXX Samode Haveli, Jaipur £XXX £XXX tour,tour, for for which which you you will will have have private private use use of of Ranthambore Samode Haveli, Jaipur £215 £195 chauffeur-drivenchauffeur-driven cars cars for for transfers transfers and and travel travel as as well as your own English-speaking private guides. Ganges and Varanasi £XXX £XXX Brunton Boatyard, Cochin £355 £355 well as your own English-speaking private guides. IfIf minimum minimum group group tour tour numbers numbers are are not not achieved, achieved, Golden Temple & £XXX £XXX The Leela, Kovalam £215 £195 youyou can can still still travel travel by by paying making this this supplement. supplement Amritsar payment. Beaches of Goa £XXX £XXX
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ESSENCE OF KERALA Cochin Cochin – Periyar – Alleppey (Rice Boat) – Kovalam Alleppey Periyar 8 Days fromfrom £785£775 Kovalam A leisurely exploration of the lush and tropical state of Kerala, ‘God’s own country’.
Highlights Special Experiences Accomodation • VisitExplore Old the and historic New sites Delhi of Fort Cochin •• LunchTake ata thrillinga rubber plantationcycle rickshaw near Periyar ride • DelhiCochin - -Suryaa Killians HotelBoutique Hotel • MarvelWitness ata Kathakali the Taj Mahal dance performance • Learnthrough how the rubber narrow is tapped lanes of Old Delhi • AgraPeriyar - ITC- Cardamom Mughal County Sheraton Resort • ExploreVisit rubber Fatehpur and spice Sikri plantations •• VisitSee the the spice changing gardens colours at Periyar of the Taj • JaipurOvernight - The on aLalit traditional rice barge • Spend a night on a traditional rice barge • See cultivation of pineapple and tapioca • Kovalam - Travancore Heritage Hotel • Visit the Amber Fort at Jaipur Mahal with a sunset visit • Relax on the beaches of Kovalam • Join a tribal tracker and ranger on an early • Discover astronomical methods at the • morningStop to walk see throughthe impressive Periyar National 9th Century Park Jantar Mantar Observatory • ExploreChand theBaori backwaters step well on at a Abhaneritraditional barge • Shop for gems in Jaipur
Introduction At the southern tip of India lies the oblong state of Kerala, aptly referred to as “God’s Own Country” for its miles of golden sandy beaches dotted with coastal villages, verdant landscapes of the Western Ghats, fragrant spice, tea and coffee plantations and its own vibrant culture. Our Essence of Kerala tour commences with sightseeing in the historic Fort Cochin and Jew Town to see influences left by the Chinese, English, Dutch and Portuguese settlers. Enjoy sweeping views whilst journeying through the beautiful countryside towards Periyar National Park. Enjoy a nature walk and visit a spice plantation. Travel onward to the myriad of complex waterways that make up the backwaters of Kerala for an overnight stay on a traditional rice boat. A couple of days on the beach at Kovalam beckon, where the golden sands invite you to relax and swim before returning home.
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Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 E Itinerary Day 4 Periyar | [email protected] This morning take a walk in Periyar Nature Dates & Prices 2018/192019/20 Cochin Day 1 Cochin Reserve with tribal trackers, in search of Departure Day Price / Single room person supplement Greeted on arrival in Cochin and escorted to the wildlife. In the afternoon visit a spice plantation person supplement Killians Boutique Hotel or similar for two nights. 19-Jan-19 Sat £929 £459 Alleppey Periyar which offers an interesting insight into how 28-July-18 Sun £785 £395 09-Feb-19 Sat £929 £459 Day 2 Cochin various spices such as cardamom, cloves and 12-Aug-18 Sun £785 £395 cinnamon are grown, cultivated and processed. 23-Feb-19 Sat £929 £459 Spend the morning taking in the sights of historic 23-Sep-18 Sun £785 £395 Fort Cochin. Explore the colonial streets and St Day 5 Periyar, Rice Boat 09-Mar-19 Sat £929 £459 14-Oct-18 Sun £865 £445 Francis, the oldest church in India. Visit the Dutch Drive back down through the hills and plantations 23-Mar-19 Sat £929 £459 Kovalam Palace, with its murals of the Ramayana. In the towards the backwaters to board a rice boat for an 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 13-Apr-19 Sat £775 £299 evening take a sunset cruise on the harbour, a overnight cruise through Lake Vembanad and the Diwali on Sun 27 Oct 2019 Dinner in Jaipur 12-Oct-19 Sat £985 £475 signature Kerala experience, for views of the backwaters. This is a region that not only shelters 18-Nov-18 Sun £865 £445 some unique animal and bird life, but also lush 23-Nov-19 Sat £985 £475 landmark Chinese fishing nets, which provide a 02-Dec-18 Sun £865 £445 spectacular photo opportunity at dusk. paddy fields. This is one of the few places in the 18-Jan-20 Sat £985 £475 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 Day 3 Cochin, Periyar world where farming is done below sea level. 08-Feb-20 Sat £985 £475 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 Drive along meandering roads through lush, green Day 6 Riceboat, Kovalam 22-Feb-20 Sat £985 £475 Drive to the southern coastal town and the inviting 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 countryside ascending into the ‘Western Ghats’ at 21-Mar-20 Sat £985 £475 Periyar (5 hours). Enjoy lunch at a rubber plantation. beaches at Kovalam. Stay at the local styled 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 11-Apr-20 Sat £835 £325 Stay at the Cardamom County Resort or similar Travancore Heritage or similar for two nights. 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 for two nights. In the evening attend a Kathakali Day 7 Kovalam Holi on Tue 10 Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur performance, a traditional dance drama in which Day at leisure. 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 £445 the dancers wear elaborate costumes and make-up Optional Excursions Day 8 Kovalam, Trivandrum 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 £445 to enact the story of the Mahabarat epic. Excursion name: Price Travel to Trivandrum airport for your onward flight. pp from Kalaripayattu Martial Arts £20 show, Periyar Optional Excursions Excursion name: Price From/ Sgl Supp PP From PP Meal Plan BreakfastSalaam Baalakdaily Walk £XXX £XXX LunchCooking on days class 2, Jaipur3 & 5 £XXX £XXX Dinner on day 5 Meal Plan GroupBed & Breakfast Size 6 to 12 people Lunch on days 2, 4, 5 Dinner on days 1, 6 Group Size Included4 to 16 people in the price Arrival & Departure transfers Internal travel by road AccommodationIncluded in for the7 nights price as listed EnglishArrival &Speaking departure guides transfers Suggested Extension EntranceInternal travel fees atby monuments road and rail EscortedAccommodation walks in - Periyar7 nights as listed AccompanyingSightseeing excursions tour escort when minimum group Kovalam – 3 nights sizeEnglish-speaking achieved guides Days 8, 9, 10 Kovalam Tour Escort Stay for an additional three nights at the Flight Options Travancore Heritage. Remain at leisure. Flight Options Tour prices do not include international flights. Day 11 Kovalam, Trivandrum We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of Travel to Trivandrum airport for your onward flight. your choice in your preferred cabin class.
Suggested ExtensionsExtension Hotel Upgrades PrivatePrivate Travel Travel Options Options Name:Hotel Name: Price From/ Sgl Supp Hotel Name: PricePrice From/PP SglSgl SuppSupp ppPP from ppFrom from PP pp from ppFrom from PP £95£95 per per person person Taj Mahal, Delhi £XXX £XXX Shimla Hills £XXX £XXX Kovalam £235 £150 Brunton Boatyard, Cochin £355 £355 ForFor a anominal nominal price price you you can can upgrade upgrade to to a aprivate private Tigers of £XXX £XXX Samode Haveli, Jaipur £XXX £XXX tour,tour, for for which which you you will will have have private private use use of of Ranthambore The Leela, Kovalam £215 £195 chauffeur-drivenchauffeur-driven cars cars for for transfers transfers and and travel travel as as well as your own English-speaking private guides. Ganges and Varanasi £XXX £XXX well as your own English-speaking private guides. IfIf minimum minimum group group tour tour numbers numbers are are not not achieved, achieved, Golden Temple & £XXX £XXX youyou can can still still travel travel by by paying making this this supplement. supplement Amritsar payment. Beaches of Goa £XXX £XXX
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KERALA ADVENTURE Munnar Cochin – Thattekad – Munnar – Periyar – Cochin Alleppey (Riceboat) – Varkala Thattekad 128 DaysDays Alleppey fromfrom Periyar £1,495£785 Varkala Designed for the mildly active, this tour ventures off track to take in Kerala’s abundant birdlife and wildlife.
Highlights SpecialSpecial Experiences Experiences AccomodationAccomodation • VisitEnjoy Olda sunset and Newcruise Delhi of Cochin Harbour •• TakeSpend a thrillingtwo nights cycle on a rickshaw remote tea ride plantation, •• DelhiCochin - Suryaa - Killians Hotel Boutique Hotel only accessible by 4WD • MarvelEnjoy birdwatching at the Taj inMahal Thattekad through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi •• AgraThattekad - ITC Mughal- Hornbill Sheraton Camp • Hike and raft through Periyar National Park • Walk up the region’s second highest peak • Munnar - Fragrant Nature Resort • Explore Fatehpur Sikri •• SeeSpend the a changing night on board colours a traditional of the Taj rice • Jaipur - The Lalit • Spend a night on a traditional rice barge • Periyar - Cardamom County Resort • Visit the Amber Fort at Jaipur Mahalbarge aswith you a cruise sunset Lake visit Vembanad and • Relax on Varkala Beach Kerala’s backwaters • Overnight on a traditional rice barge • Discover astronomical methods at the • Stop to see the impressive 9th Century • Varkala - The Taj Gateway Hotel Jantar Mantar Observatory Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Shop for gems in Jaipur
Introduction We were among the very first operators to offer group tours to Kerala, way back in the early 1990s, and continue to devise the most innovative and compelling itineraries on the market – as this tour vividly demonstrates. Designed for the active traveller looking to experience not merely the main sights, but some authentic, offbeat ones as well, it takes you from the coast to the mountains and back via a birding safari by kayak on the Periyar River, an ascent of the region’s second highest peak, a couple of nights at a remote tea plantation only accessible for 4WD, and a wildlife trek in the forests of the interior led by a tribal tracker. You’ll also get to enjoy the state’s more conventional tourist experiences, such as a rice boat cruise in the backwaters and a sunset jaunt around Cochin harbour. And as with all our Group Tours, accommodation is never less than luxurious, and superb value for money.
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Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 Itinerary E | [email protected] Dates & Prices 2019/20 Day 1 Cochin Day 6 Munnar Dates & Prices 2018/19 Single room Greeted on arrival in Cochin and escorted to The Departure Day Price / Single room Munnar A full day moderate trek to Meeshapulimala, one of person supplement Killians Boutique Hotel or similar for two nights. person supplement Cochin the highest peaks in southern India, with picnic lunch. 27-Jan-19 Sun £1,595 £885 Take a sunset cruise in the harbour, a signature Day 7 Periyar 28-July-18 Sun £785 £395 Thattekad Kerala experience at dusk. 17-Feb-19 Sun £1,595 £885 Alleppey Take the scenic road through the Western 12-Aug-18 Sun £785 £395 Day 2 Cochin 03-Mar-19 Sun £1,595 £885 Periyar Ghats towards Periyar National Park. Stay at 23-Sep-18 Sun £785 £395 Tour historic Fort Cochin in a three-wheeled auto 17-Mar-19 Sun £1,595 £885 the Cardamon County Resort or similar, for two 14-Oct-18 Sun £865 £445 rickshaw in the morning. Explore the colonial nights. A late afternoon tour of a spice garden 31-Mar-19 Sun £1,595 £885 streets and take in the Dutch Palace with its 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 Varkala offers an interesting insight into how cardamom, 14-Apr-19 Sun £1,495 £685 murals of the Ramayana and St Francis, the oldest Diwali on Sun 27 Oct 2019 Dinner in Jaipur cloves, cinnamon and other spices are grown, 27-Oct-19 Sun £1,735 £955 church in India. Visit the Kumbalangi village 18-Nov-18 Sun £865 £445 cultivated and processed. 17-Nov-19 Sun £1,735 £955 in the afternoon interact with fishermen for a 02-Dec-18 Sun £865 £445 demonstration of oyster and prawn harvesting. Day 8 Periyar 01-Dec-19 Sun £1,735 £955 Explore some of the richest forest tracks of Periyar 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 Day 3 Thattekad 26-Jan-20 Sun £1,735 £955 National Park on a full day of hiking and bamboo 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 Drive to Thattekad in the morning. Check in to the 16-Feb-20 Sun £1,735 £955 rafting inside the park. 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 Hornbill Camp for an overnight stay. The afternoon 01-Mar-20 Sun £1,735 £955 is at leisure with opportunities to go on a birding Day 9 Rice Boat 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 Travel to the bustling canal side town of Alleppey. 15-Mar-20 Sun £1,735 £955 walk or take a kayak trip across the river. 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 Check in to a rice boat for an overnight cruise on 12-Apr-20 Sun £1,525 £745 Day 4 Munnar Holi on Tue 10 Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur the picturesque backwaters and Vembanad lake. Drive to Munnar (4-5 hours) for a three-night stay 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 £445 at the Fragrant Nature Resort or similar. Remainder Day 10 Varkala 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 £445 of the day is at leisure to enjoy the surroundings or Drive to the southern coastal town of Varkala in take one of the many walks available in the area. the morning. Check in to The Taj Gateway Hotel or similar, for two nights. The remainder of the day is Day 5 Munnar at leisure. Take a four-hour hike with a naturalist and guide Day 11 Varkala Optional Excursions through tea estates and villages. Visit the tea Day at leisure: Sightseeing and cycling trips can be Excursion name: Price From/ Sgl Supp factory which is reputed to be amongst the highest PP From PP arranged locally for a supplement. Meal Plan in the world that produces tea using orthodox Breakfast daily processes from the times of the British Raj. Day 12 Varkala LunchSalaam on daysBaalak 2 to Walk 6, 8 & 9£XXX £XXX Transfer to Trivandrum airport for your onward flight. DinnerCooking on classdays 3 Jaipur to 6 & 9 £XXX £XXX
MealGroup Plan Size 4 to 12 people Bed & Breakfast Lunch on days 2, 4, 5 Dinner on days 1, 6 GroupIncluded Size in the price 4Arrival to 16 &people Departure transfers Internal travel by road Accommodation for 10 nights as listed EnglishIncluded Speaking in guides the and price naturalist EntranceArrival & feesdeparture at monuments transfers GameInternal drives travel and by natureroad and activities rail in national parks AccompanyingAccommodation tour - 7 escortnights whenas listed minimum group sizeSightseeing achieved excursions English-speaking guides Tour Escort Flight Options Tour prices do not include international flights. We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of your choice in your preferred cabin class.
HotelHotel Upgrades Upgrades PrivatePrivate Travel Travel Options Options HotelHotel Name: Name: PricePrice From/PP SglSgl Supp Supp pp from Frompp from PP £95£95 per per person person Taj Mahal, Delhi £XXX £XXX Brunton Boatyard, Cochin £355 £355 ForFor a anominal nominal price price you you can can upgrade upgrade to to a aprivate private Samode Haveli, Jaipur £XXX £XXX tour,tour, for for which which you you will will have have private private use use of of chauffeur-drivenchauffeur-driven cars cars for for transfers transfers and and travel travel as as wellwell as as your your own own English-speaking English-speaking private private guides. guides. IfIf minimum minimum group group tour tour numbers numbers are are not not achieved, achieved, youyou can can still still travel travel by by paying making this this supplement. supplement payment.
T | 0208 566 3739 E | [email protected] 31 SOUTHERN EXPLORER India Mahabalipuram – Pondicherry – Tanjore – Madurai – Periyar – Kumarakom – Alleppey (Riceboat) – Cochin 138 DaysDays Mahabalipuram fromfrom Cochin £1,649£785 Periyar Pondicherry Alleppey Tanjore Madurai Journey across southern India taking in UNESCO Sites, Kumarakom colourful temples and picturesque backwaters.
Highlights Special Experiences Accomodation • Visit theOld ancient and New Shore Delhi Temple • TakeEnjoy a traditionalthrilling cycle Tamil rickshaw thali lunch ride • DelhiMahabalipuram - Suryaa Hotel- Ideal Beach Resort • MarvelExplore theat theFrench Taj colony Mahal of Pondicherry • throughMarvel at the the narrow rituals of lanes Brihadeeshwara of Old Delhi • AgraPondicherry - ITC Mughal- Windflower Sheraton Resort Temple • Experience the ornate Meenakshi Temple • Tanjore - Ideal River View • Explore Fatehpur Sikri • ExploreSee the Airavateshwara changing colours Temple of the at Darusaram Taj • Jaipur - The Lalit • Search for herds of wild elephant in Periyar • Madurai - GRT Regency • Visit the Amber Fort at Jaipur • TravelMahal over with the a picturesquesunset visit Western Ghats • Cruise overnight on the Kerala backwaters • Periyar - Cardamom County Resort • Discover astronomical methods at the • Stop to see the impressive 9th Century • Explore the Dutch heritage of Fort Cochin • Kumarakom - Zuri Kumarakom Resort Jantar Mantar Observatory Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Overnight on a traditional rice boat • Shop for gems in Jaipur • Cochin - Killians Boutique Hotel
Introduction Covering some of the finest sights of the southern-most states of India, our Southern Explorer Itinerary tour commences with the atmospheric temple towns of Tamil Nadu. In seafront Mahabalipuram, Day 1 Chennai, Mahabalipuram see the stunning bas-relief and the ancient Shore Temple. After an overnight stop in the uniquely Greeted on arrival in Chennai and transfer to the French town of Pondicherry, drive to Tanjore to see another UNESCO World Heritage site, the Ideal Beach Resort at Mahabalipuram or similar Brihadeeshwara Temple. Continue southwest to visit the vibrant and bustling Meenakshi temple for two nights. Enjoy a restful day at the beach at Madurai before crossing over into the Western Ghats at Periyar in Kerala. Take a boat ride followed by a welcome dinner. on tranquil Lake Periyar and spend a night under the stars, in a rice boat, on the picturesque Day 2 Mahabalipuram backwaters. Colonial Fort Kochi is the final stop before heading home. Morning sightseeing of Mahabalipuram includes the ancient Shore Temple and its impressive rock carvings and reliefs. The afternoon is at leisure. Optional excursion: Chennai city tour. Day 3 Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry Drive South to the former French colony of Pondicherry (3 hours) and explore the city on foot. Spend the night at the Windflower Resort or similar for the night. Day 4 Pondicherry, Tanjore A day’s drive inland to Tanjore (6 hours), via Darasuram, home of the UNESCO World Heritage Airavateshwara Temple. Stay at the Ideal River View or similar for two nights. Day 5 Tanjore Today is a full day of sightseeing in Tanjore, including the Brihadeeshwara Temple complex and enjoy a traditional Tamil thali lunch. Day 6 Tanjore, Madurai Drive onwards to Madurai (4-5 hours), to visit the stunning Meenakshi Temple with its vast colourful gopuram (towers). Stay overnight at the GRT Regency or similar.
32 Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 E | [email protected] India Day 7 Madurai, Periyar Day 10 Kumarakom, Rice Boat Dates & Prices 2019/202018/19 In the morning, drive across state borders into Late morning, board a rice boat for an overnight Departure Day Price / Single room Kerala arriving at Periyar National Park, for two cruise on Lake Vembanad - a region of amazing person supplement nights at the Cardamom County Resort or similar. animal and bird life along its calm serene waters. 28-July-1813-Jan-19 Sun £785£1,799 £395£849 Day 8 Periyar Day 11 Cochin Mahabalipuram 12-Aug-1827-Jan-19 Sun £785£1,799 £395£849 This morning take a walk in Periyar Nature Reserve Depart after breakfast for Cochin (2 hours). Check- Cochin 23-Sep-1824-Feb-19 Sun £785£1,799 £395£849 Periyar Pondicherry with tribal trackers, in search of wildlife. Afternoon in at the Killians Boutique Hotel or similar for two 14-Oct-1810-Mar-19 Sun £865£1,799 £445£849 Alleppey Tanjore visit a spice plantation which offers an insight in nights. In the evening, take a sunset cruise on 31-Mar-19 Sun £1,659 £695 Madurai the cultivation and processing of cardamom, cloves, Cochin harbour. 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 Kumarakom cinnamon, pepper and more. Day 12 Cochin 19-Apr-19Diwali on FriSun 27 Oct 2019£1,659 Dinner in£695 Jaipur Day 9 Periyar, Kumarakom Spend the morning taking in the sights of Fort 18-Nov-1804-Aug-19 Sun £865£1,649 £445£659 Today we descend through the Western Ghats Cochin and exploring its colonial streets. In the 02-Dec-1815-Sep-19 Sun £865£1,649 £445£659 towards Kumarakom (4 hours), a sleepy village evening, enjoy a Kathakali dance performance. 13-Jan-1913-Oct-19 Sun £865£1,859 £445£849 on the shores of Lake Vembanad, for an overnight Day 13 Cochin 03-Feb-1903-Nov-19 Sun £865£1,859 £445£849 stay at the Zuri Kumarakom Resort or similar. The Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. 17-Feb-1908-Dec-19 Sun £865£1,859 £445£849 afternoon is at leisure. 03-Mar-1912-Jan-20 Sun £865£1,859 £445£849 17-Mar-1902-Feb-20 Sun £925£1,859 £445£849 23-Feb-20Holi on Tue Sun10 Mar 2020 Celebration£1,859 £849in Jaipur 07-Apr-1908-Mar-20 Sun £865£1,859 £445£849 19-Apr-1929-Mar-20 FriSun £865£1,699 £445£699 10-Apr-20 Fri £1,699 £699
Optional Excursions ExcursionOptional name: Excursions Price Excursion name: Price From/ ppSgl from Supp PP From PP Chennai city sightseeing £65 Birdwatching,Salaam Baalak Kumarakom Walk £XXX £55£XXX MealCooking Planclass Jaipur £XXX £XXX Breakfast daily Lunch on days 3, 4, 5 & 10 DinnerMeal on daysPlan 1 & 10 Suggested Extensions Bed & Breakfast Lunch on days 2, 4, 5 Ooty and Mysore – 5 nights Day 16 Mysore GroupDinner on Sizedays 1, 6 A full day of sightseeing in Mysore commences 4 to 16 people Day 13 Cochin, Hillgrove with a visit to Srirangapatnam to see Tipu Sultan’s A long drive (6-7 hours) from the coast, through Group Size Palace. Drive up into the Chamundi hills for stunning 4Included to 16 people in the price paddy fields and up to Hillgrove for a two nights’ Arrival & Departure transfers views of the surrounding area and a visit to the stay at the Kurumba Village Resort. Internal travel by road monolithic Nandi Bull. Spend time at the grand IncludedAccommodation in for the12 nights price as listed Day 14 Hillgrove Mysore Palace and visit the colourful Devaraja EnglishArrival &Speaking departure guides transfers Internal travel by road and rail A day to relax in your pretty surroundings with market. Entrance fees at monuments options for a tribal village visit, bird watching EscortedAccommodation walks in - Periyar7 nights as listed Day 17 Mysore, Bangalore AccompanyingSightseeing excursions tour escort when excursions or walking. A morning drive (4-5 hours) to Bangalore: a city minimumEnglish-speaking group size guides achieved Day 15 Hillgrove, Mysore that is popularly known as the IT hub of India. The Tour Escort In the morning, take the Nilgiri Mountain railway afternoon is at leisure. Stay at the Fortune Hotel or to Ooty, through scenic villages and beautiful Flight Options similar for one night. Tour prices do not include international flights. mountain landscapes. Journey onward by car to Tour prices do not include international flights. Day 18 Bangalore We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of Mysore (4-5 hours) and spend two nights at the Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. your choice in your preferred cabin class. Radisson Blu Hotel.
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T | 0208 566 3739 E | [email protected] 33 Bay of Bengal EMERALD ISLE - SRI LANKA Habarana Colombo – Habarana – Kandy – Nuwara Eliya – 138 DaysDays Sri Lanka Kandy Yala – Waskaduwa fromfrom Nuwara Eliya £1,665£785 Colombo Waskaduwa Yala National Park Experience the best of Sri Lanka including the Cultural Triangle, tea plantations and Yala National Park. Highlights SpecialSpecial Experiences Experiences AccomodationAccomodation • VisitA comprehensive Old and New tour Delhi of Sri Lanka’s key •• TakeGo in a searchthrilling of leopardcycle rickshaw and sloth ride bears on a •• DelhiColombo - Suryaa - Galle Hotel Face Hotel attractions thrilling safari at Yala National Park • Marvel at the Taj Mahal through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi •• AgraHabarana - ITC Mughal- The Village Sheraton by Cinnamon • Explore the ancient capital of Anuradhapura • Walk to ‘World’s End’ – a spectacular, vertigo-inducing, 900-metre drop with far- • Kandy - Swiss Residence • SmellExplore the Fatehpur flowers Sikriat the Royal Botanical • See the changing colours of the Taj • Jaipur - The Lalit reaching views across the southern hills • Nuwara Eliya - Blackpool Hotel • VisitGardens the in Amber Kandy Fort at Jaipur Mahal with a sunset visit • Watch the pilgrims as they present flowers • Yala National Parok - The EKHO Safari Hotel • DiscoverVisit the verdant astronomical landscapes methods in Tea atCountry the • Stopand toofferings see the to impressivethe Temple of9th the Century Tooth Relic • Relax on the golden sands at Waskaduwa in Kandy • Waskaduwa - Citrus Waskaduwa Jantar Mantar Observatory Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Shop for gems in Jaipur
Introduction Itinerary Experience the very best Sri Lanka has to offer on this luxury group tour combining the principal Day 1 Colombo sights of the Cultural Triangle with a handful of less well known locations amid the tea On arrival at Colombo’s Bandaranaike plantations of the interior. It includes stays in Kandy and the famous Yala National Park, with International Airport, you will be met by the TransIndus team and escorted to the Galle a relaxing two-night beach break on the southwest coast at the end. Whether this is your first Face Hotel or similar. In the afternoon enjoy an trip or you’re an old hand, we’re confident you’ll find plenty of inspiration in our varied, carefully orientation tour of the capital, followed by a devised trip around South Asia’s Emerald Isle. welcome dinner in the evening. Day 2 Habarana After breakfast, drive four hours inland to Habarana, in the Cultural Triangle region, where the group will be spending three nights at The Village by Cinnamon or similar. Enjoy a guided village walk in the afternoon. Day 3 Habarana After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of the ancient Sinhalese capital of Anuradhapura, a forty-minute drive away from the hotel. Today it remains an important site for all Buddhist pilgrims. Day 4 Habarana In the morning, we visit the UNESCO-listed site of Sigiriya. Accessed by a steep 600 feet hike up to the ancient natural rock fortress that dominates the surrounding landscape. After lunch, head to Polonnaruwa the most compelling of the ancient capitals. From the 11th to 13th centuries, a sucession of ancient kings developed an immense city here. Day 5 Kandy Today morning drive to Kandy, Sri Lanka’s second largest city in the Central Highlands, stopping to see the beautiful Dambulla Caves en route. In Kandy stay at the Swiss Residence or similar for two nights. 34 Bay Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 of Bengal E | [email protected] Day 10 Yala Day 6 Kandy Dates & Prices 2019/20 The Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya will Enjoy morning and evening game drives in the park. Departure DayDay Price/Price / SingleSingle room Between safaris, relax in the pool and grounds of Habarana be the first stop on today’s tour. Later, we’ll visit person supplementsupplement the Temple of the Tooth Relic before attending a your hotel, located beside a lake that is home to 28-July-1827-Jan-19 SunSun £1,725£785 £749£395 music and dance performance at the neighbouring the leopard and herds of wild elephant as well as compelling variety of birdlife. 12-Aug-1817-Feb-19 SunSun £1,725£785 £749£395 Sri Lanka Kandy Kandyan Cultural Centre. Day 7 Nuwara Eliya Day 11 Waskaduwa 23-Sep-1817-Mar-19 SunSun £1,725£785 £749£395 Nuwara Eliya Colombo A long but scenic drive takes us in the morning Today drive along the coastal highway to the 14-Oct-1831-Mar-19 SunSun £1,665£865 £695£445 Waskaduwa World Heritage city of Galle. Enjoy lunch before 04-Nov-1813-Oct-19 SunSun £1,675£915 £645£445 Yala National Park from Kandy to the undulating tea country of Nuwara Eliya, where we’ll spend a couple of a tour of the town’s main sights, including the 17-Nov-19Diwali on SunSun 27 Oct 2019£1,795 Dinner in£725 Jaipur Dutch Museum, Groote Kerk (Great Church) and the nights at the Blackpool Hotel or similar. The 18-Nov-1812-Jan-20 SunSun £1,895£865 £825£445 afternoon will be at leisure to enjoy the hotel National Maritime Museum. Later, drive onward 02-Dec-1802-Feb-20 SunSun £1,895£865 £825£445 grounds and pool. 90-minute to Waskaduwa Beach, where you’ll be spending the last two days of your trip. Stay at the 13-Jan-1916-Feb-20 SunSun £1,895£865 £825£445 Day 8 Nuwara Eliya Citrus Waskaduwa or similar for two nights. 03-Feb-1915-Mar-20 SunSun £1,895£865 £825£445 Enjoy an early excursion to the Horton Plains, site Day 12 Waskaduwa 17-Feb-1929-Mar-20 SunSun £1,825£865 £775£445 of the famous World’s End viewpoint, followed by a tour of Nuwara Eliya’s sights in the afternoon. Spend the day enjoying Waskaduwa’s magnificent 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 golden sand beach. Day 9 Yala National Park 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 Day 13 Waskaduwa, Colombo The tour continues with another half-day journey, Holi on Tue 10 Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur this time to Sri Lanka’s deep south, to visit the Time to bid farewell to Sri Lanka as you transfer to 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 £445 the airport for your return flight home island’s premier wildlife reserve, Yala National 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 £445 Park. You’ll be staying at the EKHO Safari Hotel or similar, 20 minutes from the park gates.
Optional Excursions Excursion name: Price From/ Sgl Supp PP From PP Meal Plan BreakfastSalaam Baalakdaily, Walk £XXX £XXX lunchCooking on days class 3, Jaipur4, 6, 8 & 11,£XXX £XXX dinner on day 1
MealGroup Plan Size 6Bed to 16& Breakfast people Lunch on days 2, 4, 5 Dinner on days 1, 6 Group Size 4Included to 16 people in the price Arrival & Departure transfers Suggested Extensions Internal travel by road AccommodationIncluded in for the12 nights price as listed Waskaduwa Beach – 3 nights Sinharaja Rainforest – 2 nights EnglishArrival &Speaking departure guides transfers and naturalist EntranceInternal travel fees atby monuments road and rail Day 13 Waskaduwa Day 13 Waskaduwa, Sinharaja GameAccommodation drives and -nature 7 nights activities as listed in national parks Stay an additional three nights at Citrus Waskaduwa. Drive to Deniyaya, a large reserve of virgin AccompanyingSightseeing excursions tour escort when minimum group sizeEnglish-speaking achieved guides Days 14, 15 Waskaduwa rainforest inside Sinharaja National Park. Check in Tour Escort Days at leisure. to the Rainforest Edge eco retreat for a two nights. Day 16 Waskaduwa Day 14 Sinharaja Flight Options An early start back to the Bandaranaike Day at leisure Tour prices do not include international flights. We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of International airport for your onward flight. Day 15 Sinharaja, Colombo your choice in your preferred cabin class. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Suggested Extensions HotelHotel Upgrades Upgrades PrivatePrivate Travel Travel Options Options HotelName: Name: PricePrice From/ SglSgl Supp Supp HotelHotel Name: Upgrades: PricePrice From/PP SglSgl Supp Supp PPpp from ppFrom from PP pp from ppFrom from PP £245£95 per person Taj Mahal, Delhi £XXX £XXX Shimla Hills £XXX £XXX ForFor the a nominal above price price you you can can upgrade upgrade to to a aprivate private Waskaduwa £325 £295 Cinnamon Wild, Yala £115 £115 Tigers of £XXX £XXX Samode Haveli, Jaipur £XXX £XXX tour,tour, for for which which you you will will have have private private use use of of Beach Ranthambore chauffeur-drivenchauffeur-driven cars cars for for transfers transfers and and travel travel as as Sinharaja £495 £115 well as your own English-speaking private guides. Ganges and Varanasi £XXX £XXX Taj Bentota £355 £125 well as your own English-speaking private guides. Rainforest IfIf minimum minimum group group tour tour numbers numbers are are not not achieved, achieved, Golden Temple & £XXX £XXX youyou can can still still travel travel by by making making this this payment. supplement Amritsar payment. Beaches of Goa £XXX £XXX
T | 0208 566 3739 E | [email protected] 35 Bay of Bengal WILDLIFE OF SRI LANKA Colombo – Waikkal – Udawalawe – Yala – Galle – Colombo 8 Days fromfrom £1,225 Sri Lanka £785 Waikkal Colombo Discover Sri Lanka’s abundant wildlife including Yala National Park leopards, elephant, birds and reptiles in its lush green Udawalawe Galle rainforests and jungles.
Highlights SpecialSpecial Experiences Experiences AccomodationAccomodation • VisitBird watching Old and inNew Waikkal Delhi •• TakeGo in a searchthrilling of leopard,cycle rickshaw elephant ride and sloth •• DelhiWaikkal - Suryaa - Suriya Hotel Resort & Spa bears on a thrilling safari in Yala • MarvelElephant at Shelter the Taj in UdawalaweMahal through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi •• AgraUdawalawe - ITC Mughal - Grand Sheraton Udawalawe • Enjoy the country’s vast variety of bird life • Leopards in Yala • Yala - Laya Safari • Explore Fatehpur Sikri •• SeeMarvel the atchanging the incredible colours blue of whalesthe Taj and • Jaipur - The Lalit • Whale watching in Mirissa • Galle - Amari Galle • Visit the Amber Fort at Jaipur Mahalsperm withwhales a sunset visit • Discover astronomical methods at the • Stop to see the impressive 9th Century Jantar Mantar Observatory Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Shop for gems in Jaipur
Introduction Discover the remarkable natural diversity of Sri Lanka, from the birds and reptiles in the rainforests to large mammals in the national parks and the abundant marine life in the waters off the south coast. Starting from the Waikkal biosphere, renowned for its endemic birds, this tour visits the Udawalawe and Yala National Parks in search of wild elephants and leopards. Continue to the west of the island to look for blue whales and sperm whales off the coast of Galle and see turtles hatch in Kosgoda, before returning to Colombo
36 Itinerary Day 1 Colombo – Waikkal Day 6 Yala, Galle Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 E | [email protected] Greeted on arrival at Bandaranaike International Drive to Weligama in the morning to see stilt Airport, and transferred to your hotel in Waikkal, fishing, a tradition unique to Sri Lanka. Later drive Dates & Prices 2019/20 an hour’s drive away. Stay overnight at Suriya on to Galle. Stay for two nights at Amari Galle. Single room Departure Day Price/ Single room Departure Day Priceperson / supplement Resort or similar. Late afternoon enjoy a boat ride Day 7 Galle person supplement on Negombo lagoon to observe the bird life. A 13-Oct-19 Sun £1,225 £415 welcome dinner is arranged this evening. Today we have an option to visit Mirissa for a 28-July-18 Sun £785 £395 whale watching expedition (November to April) 17-Nov-19 Sun £1,365 £425 Day 2 Waikkal – Udawalawe 12-Aug-18 Sun £785 £395 or cycling tour through Eluvila bird sanctuary. In 08-Dec-19 Sun £1,365 £425 Drive to Udawalawe National Park in the morning, the afternoon visit a turtle hatchery at Kosgoda. 23-Sep-18 Sun £785 £395 12-Jan-20 Sun £1,425 £525 visiting en route an elephant shelter. Stay for two In the evening enjoy a walk through Galle city, a 14-Oct-18 Sun £865 £445 nights at Grand Udawalawe or similar. UNESCO World Heritage Site, to visit Galle Fort, 02-Feb-20 Sun £1,425 £525 Maritime Museum, the old Church, the Sun and 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 Day 3 Udawalawe 16-Feb-20 Sun £1,425 £525 the Moon bastions and the lighthouse. Diwali on Sun 27 Oct 2019 Dinner in Jaipur Enjoy morning and afternoon safaris in the park. 15-Mar-20 Sun £1,425 £525 Udawalawe National Park is a wonderful place to Day 8 Galle, Colombo 18-Nov-18 Sun £865 £445 12-Apr-20 Sun £1,365 £425 see wild Asian elephants in their natural habitat. Today morning we drive to Colombo airport in time 02-Dec-18 Sun £865 £445 The park is home to approximately five hundred to board our return flight home. elephants. Other wildlife includes sambar deer, 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 water buffalo, jackals and monkeys including the 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 grey langur and the endemic toque macaque. A 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 total of 183 species of birds have been recorded here, some of which are resident and the others, 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 migrant. The endemic Sri Lanka jungle fowl, 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 brown-capped babbler, malabar pied hornbill and the Sri Lanka spurfowl are all excellent sightings Holi on Tue 10 Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur for birdwatchers. Of the water birds, the rare 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 £445 osprey and indian cormorant are also of note. 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 £445 Day 4 Udawalawe, Yala After a leisurely breakfast, we drive for about two hours to arrive at Yala National Park. Stay for two nights at Laya Safari or similar Optional Excursions Day 5 Yala Excursion name: Price From/ Sgl Supp Enjoy morning and afternoon safaris in Yala Park. Meal Plan PP From PP One of Sri Lanka’s oldest and largest national Half Board parks, Yala covers an area of 1500 sq km and Salaam Baalak Walk £XXX £XXX has one of the highest densities of leopards in Cooking class Jaipur £XXX £XXX the World. The park is home to variety of wildlife including spotted deer, crocodiles, wild boar, wild Group Size buffaloes, langurs, peacocks and over 200 species Meal6 to 16 people Plan of birds. Bed & Breakfast Lunch on days 2, 4, 5 Suggested Extensions IncludedDinner on days in 1, the6 price Arrival & Departure transfers Sinharaja Rainforest – 2 nights Waskaduwa Beach – 3 nights GroupInternal travel Size by road 4Accommodation to 16 people for 7 nights as listed Day 8 Galle, Sinharaja Day 8 Waskaduwa English Speaking guides and naturalist Drive to Deniyaya, a large reserve of virgin Drive to Waskaduwa. Stay for three nights at Citrus Entrance fees at monuments rainforest inside Sinharaja National Park. Check in Waskaduwa. Afternoon at leisure. IncludedGame drives and in nature the activities price in national parks to the Rainforest Edge eco retreat for a two night AccompanyingArrival & departure tour escorttransfers when minimum group Days 9, 10 Waskaduwa sizeInternal achieved travel by road and rail stay. Day at leisure Accommodation - 7 nights as listed Day 9 Sinharaja Day 11 Waskaduwa, Columbo Sightseeing excursions Spend a day inside the magnificent tropical jungle An early start back to the Bandaranaike International English-speaking guides TourFlight Escort Options with your specialist guide to explore the endemic Airport for your onward flight. Tour prices do not include international flights. flora and fauna. We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of yourFlight choice Options in your preferred cabin class. Day 10 Sinharaja, Colombo Tour prices do not include international flights. An early start back to the Bandaranaike We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of your choice in your preferred cabin class. International Airport for your onward flight.
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Pokhara NEPAL EXPERIENCE Bandipur Kathmandu – Bandipur – Pokhara – Chitwan – Kathmandu 98 Days fromfrom Kathmandu Chitwan National Park £1,096£785 Nepal An exciting tour of Nepal including the Kathmandu city, Himalayan ice peaks, lakeside villages and wild India rhinoceros. Highlights Special Experiences Accomodation • Visit Boudhanath,Old and New Nepal’s Delhi largest stupa •• EnjoyTake aa seven-coursethrilling cycle Nepali rickshaw banquet ride at the • DelhiKathmandu - Suryaa - Kantipur Hotel Temple House famous Bhojan Griha restaurant in Dillibazaar • MarvelExplore theat theTibetan Taj Mahalborder town of Bandipur through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi • AgraBandipur - ITC - Old Mughal Inn Hotel Sheraton • Take the cable car to Pokhara’s Peace • ExploreRelax lakeside Fatehpur at Pokhara Sikri • PagodaSee the overlooking changing thecolours dramatic of the Himalayan Taj • JaipurPokhara - -The Temple Lalit Tree Resort • Rhinoceros and tiger in Chitwan mountains • Chitwan - Machan Country Villa • Visit the Amber Fort at Jaipur Mahal with a sunset visit • Visit Swayambhunath Temple for sunset • Enjoy a scenic flight over Mount Everest • Discover astronomical methods at the • Stop to see the impressive 9th Century Jantar Mantar Observatory Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Shop for gems in Jaipur
Introduction A compelling mix of landscapes, religious monuments and vibrant Nepali cultures are showcased on our popular, 9-day group tour through the Himalayan foothills of the Kathmandu Valley. It starts in the capital, with visits to Durbar Square and the historic town of Bhaktapur, site of the country’s best preserved medieval temples, before heading west to Bandipur, where you’ll get your first really spectacular view of the Himalayan ice peaks. Next, it’s on to the lakeside town of Pokhara, whose surrounding ridges offer more astounding panoramas of the nearby snow line. From there, you’ll proceed southeast to Chitwan National Park in the tarai grasslands, where wild rhino and other rare animals may be sighted from the back of an elephant. A final night in Kathmandu, visiting the famous stupa of Swayambhunath, brings the trip to a suitably magical conclusion.
Claudio Seiber 38 Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 Itinerary E | [email protected] Day 1 Kathmandu Day 5 Pokhara Dates & Prices 2019/20 Greeted on arrival in Kathmandu and transfer The day is at leisure. For those keen to do a bit Departure Day Price / Single room to the Kantipur Temple House or similar for two of walking and trekking on their own, there are person supplementsupplement nights. The remainder of the day is at leisure. In the several short trekking routes in this area which 28-July-1809-Mar-19 SunSat £785£1,096 £395£385 evening, enjoy a traditional seven-course dinner at offer stunning views of the Himalaya. 12-Aug-1830-Mar-19 SunSat £785£1,096 £395£385 the Bhojan Griha. Optional excursions: Sunrise tour of the town. 23-Sep-1820-Apr-19 SunSat £785£1,096 £395£385 Day 2 Kathmandu Afternoon trekking. 14-Oct-1814-Sep-19 SunSat £865£1,125 £445£425 A full day sightseeing of this vibrant city includes Day 6 Pokhara, Chitwan 12-Oct-19 Sat £1,125 £425 the renowned Durbar Square and an excursion to A long drive (5-6 hours) through the countryside 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 the ancient and beautifully crafted Newari city of towards Chitwan National Park. Check in at the 09-Nov-19Diwali on SunSat 27 Oct 2019£1,125 Dinner in£425 Jaipur Bhaktapur. Optional excursion: Mountain flight over Machan Country Villa or similar for two nights. 18-Nov-1808-Feb-20 SunSat £865£1,125 £445£425 Mount Everest Day 7 Chitwan 02-Dec-18 Sun £865 £445 Day 3 Kathmandu, Bandipur A full day of jungle activities including an elephant 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 An early start for a four-hour, winding drive to the safari, canoe ride and nature walk. Also visit the 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 breathtaking mountain village of Bandipur. Stay local Tharu villages and a co-operative that uses overnight at the Old Inn hotel or similar. Spend the elephant dung to make paper. 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 afternoon at leisure. Day 8 Chitwan, Kathmandu 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 Day 4 Bandipur, Pokhara In the morning, there is the option of a cycle ride 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 Explore the streets of this delightful village, known around Sauraha or another safari in the park. Holi on Tue 10 Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur Optional Excursions for its medieval, rustic charm and take a cable car Take an early afternoon flight to Kathmandu for 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 £445 ride to see the local temple which is perched on a an overnight stay at the Kantipur Temple House Excursion name: Price hill. Mountain views from this vantage point are or similar. Visit the impressive Buddhist stupa, 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 pp from£445 tremendous. In the afternoon, drive three hours Swayambhunath, to wind off the evening. Everest flight £235 to Pokhara. Check in at the Temple Tree Resort or Day 9 Kathmandu Sunrise in Pokhara £35 similar for two nights. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. OptionalTrek in Pokhara Excursions £45 Excursion name: Price From/ Sgl Supp PP From PP
Salaam Baalak Walk £XXX £XXX MealCooking Planclass Jaipur £XXX £XXX Lunch on days 2, 4 & 8 Dinner on day 1 FullMeal board Planon days 3, 6 & 7 Bed & Breakfast Lunch on days 2, 4, 5 Dinner on days 1, 6 Group Size Christian Kaesler Group6 to 16 people Size Included4 to 16 people in the price Arrival & Departure transfers IncludedInternal travel by in road the and price air ArrivalAccommodation & departure for transfers8 nights as listed InternalEnglish Speakingtravel by roadguides and and rail naturalist AccommodationEntrance fees at -monuments 7 nights as listed SightseeingGame drives excursions and nature activities in national parks English-speakingAccompanying tour guides escort when minimum group Toursize achievedEscort Flight Options Tour prices do not include international flights. We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of your choice in your preferred cabin class.
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T | 0208 566 3739 E | [email protected] 39 Brahmaputra ESSENTIAL BHUTAN China Kathmandu – Thimpu – Gangtey – Punakha – Bhutan Paro – Kathmandu Punakha Nepal 108 DaysDays Gangtey Kathmandu Paro fromfrom Thimphu £2,145£785 India Discover the mystery of Bhutan on this tour of the country’s India Bangladesh highlights, including Thimphu, Gangtey, Punakha and Paro. Ganges Highlights Special ExperiencesGhaghara Accomodation • Visit DurbarOld and Square New in Delhi Nepal’s capital • TakeSet at a 3,100 thrilling metres, cycle admire rickshaw the breathtaking ride • DelhiKathmandu - Suryaa - Malla Hotel Hotel scenery as you travel over the dramatic • MarvelExplore theat thesites Taj of MahalThimphu, including the throughDochu La the Pass narrow lanes of Old Delhi • AgraThimpu - ITC- Kisa Mughal Hotel Sheraton Folk Museum and Buddhist Painting School • Learn about the black-necked cranes at a • Gangtey - Dewachen Resort • VisitExplore the Fatehpur17th-century Sikri dzong at Gangtey • See the changing colours of the Taj • Jaipur - The Lalit sanctuary deep in the Phobjikha Valley • Punakha - Damchen Resort • DiscoverVisit the theAmber spectacular Fort at PunakhaJaipur monastery Mahal with a sunset visit • Climb to the top of Tiger’s Nest Monastery • Paro - Gangtey Palace Hotel • Discovercomplex, set astronomical on the confluence methods of twoat the rivers • Stopperched to onsee a thecliff impressive 9th Century Jantar Mantar Observatory Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Shop for gems in Jaipur
Introduction Itinerary Discover the magic and mystery of Bhutan on this interesting tour covering the sights of Paro and Day 1 Kathmandu Thimphu, and taking in the astonishing fortified monastic complexes at Punakha. Also included Greeted on arrival in Kathmandu transfer to the is the beautiful valley of Gangtey, famous for its population of migrant black-necked cranes, and Malla hotel or similar for an overnight stay. The an excellent base for walks. The tour is bookended with short stays in the capital city of Nepal, afternoon is at leisure to explore the bustling Thamel quarter on your own. Kathmandu, where you will have the opportunity to do some sightseeing and souvenir shopping Day 2 Kathmandu, Thimphu between flights. Take a short flight on Druk Air, Bhutan’s national carrier, landing in Paro. Greeted on arrival and driven to Thimphu, the capital city, for your two nights’ stay at Kisa Hotel or similar. Day 3 Thimphu A full day is spent visiting the sights of Thimphu. This includes an impressive dzong, a fortified monastic building found in nearly all of Bhutan’s main settlements as well as the King’s Memorial, the Painting School where students undergo a 6-year training in Bhutan’s 13 traditional arts and crafts, Simply Bhutan Museum, Textile Museum, Buddha Point and a local craft bazaar. Day 4 Thimphu, Gangtey Begin the journey eastward with a morning’s drive up to the Dochu-la pass (3,088 metres). Continue on to Gangtey and the valley of Phobjika. Two nights are spent at the simple Dewachen Resort or similar. Day 5 Gangtey The valley is considered sacred to the Bhutanese as it is the winter residence of a small but significant black necked crane population that migrate over the Himalaya from Tibet. Visit the black necked crane centre to learn more about these birds and the significant place they hold in local folk lore.
40 Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 E | [email protected] Day 6 Gangtey, Punakha Day 8 Paro Dates & Prices 2019/20 Drive to Punakha in the morning for one night at A full day’s sightseeing including visits to the Ta Single room Departure Day Price / Single room the Damchen Resort or similar. Visit the beautiful Dzong, which houses the National Museum, the supplement person supplement Punakha Dzong this afternoon, considered to be Rinpung Dzong and an arduous walk up to the 22-Mar-19 Fri £2,345 £385 one of the finest examples of dzong architecture famous Taktsang (‘Tiger’s Nest’) monastery, which 28-July-18 Sun £785 £395 12-Apr-19 Fri £2,345 £385 in Bhutan. Later take a short excursion to Chimi rests precariously on a rocky hillside overlooking a 12-Aug-18 Sun £785 £395 06-Sep-19 Fri £2,145 £395 Lhakhang also known as ‘Fertility Temple’. wide forested valley. 23-Sep-18 Sun £785 £395 04-Oct-19 Fri £2,145 £395 Day 7 Punakha, Paro Day 9 Paro, Kathmandu 14-Oct-18 Sun £865 £445 Fly back to Kathmandu for an overnight stay at the 01-Nov-19 Fri £2,145 £395 Drive in the morning to Paro (4-5 hours). En route 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 visit Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress of the Malla hotel or similar. 13-Mar-20 Fri £2,145 £395 Diwali on Sun 27 Oct 2019 Dinner in Jaipur country, which now houses the School for Buddhist Day 10 Kathmandu 10-Apr-20 Fri £2,145 £395 18-Nov-18 Sun £865 £445 studies. Stay at Gangtey Palace hotel or similar for Transfer to the airport. two nights. Afternoon is at leisure. Optional activity: 02-Dec-18 Sun £865 £445 Experience a local hot stone bath. 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 Holi on Tue 10 Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 £445 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 £445
Optional Excursions Excursion name: Price pp from Optional Excursions Everest Flight, Kathmandu £235 Excursion name: Price From/ Sgl Supp Hot stone traditonal bath,PP Paro £45From PP
Salaam Baalak Walk £XXX £XXX Cooking class Jaipur £XXX £XXX Meal Plan Kathmandu on bed and breakfast FullMeal board Planin Bhutan Suggested Extension Bed & Breakfast Lunch on days 2, 4, 5 Enchanting Nepal – 4 nights Day 11 Kathmandu, Pokhara Dinner on days 1, 6 Take a short flight to Pokhara. Check in at the Group Size Day 9 Paro, Kathmandu 4 to 16 people Fly back to Kathmandu. On arrival, check in at the Temple Tree Resort for two nights. Afternoon at Group Size Malla hotel for two nights. Later visit the vibrant leisure to take a stroll around the lake for brilliant 4Included to 16 people in the price views of the Annapurna mountain range. Arrival & Departure transfers Durbar Square. International flight between Nepal & Bhutan Day 10 Kathmandu Day 12 Pokhara VisaIncluded fees for Bhutan in the price AccommodationArrival & departure for transfers9 nights as listed A full day’s sightseeing includes the Buddhist The day is at leisure. For those keen to do a bit EnglishInternal Speakingtravel by roadguides and rail of walking and trekking, there are several short Stupa of Swayambhunath and the city of EntranceAccommodation fees at -monuments 7 nights as listed Bhaktapur. trekking routes in this area which offer stunning AccompanyingSightseeing excursions tour escort when minimum group views of the Himalaya. sizeEnglish-speaking achieved guides Optional excursion: Everest flight: For those keen Tour Escort on viewing Mount Everest you have the option of Day 13 Pokhara, Kathmandu taking a 45 minute round trip flight in a 14-seater Take an early afternoon flight to Kathmandu for an Flight Options TourFlight prices Options do not include international flights. Beechcraft. It can be booked locally since it is overnight stay at the Malla hotel. We’llTour prices be happy do not to helpinclude secure international flights on flights. a carrier of We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of dependent on weather conditions. Day 14 Kathmandu your choice in your preferred cabin class. your choice in your preferred cabin class. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
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UZBEKISTAN Khiva
118 DaysDays Tashkent DISCOVERY Syrdaria Tashkent - Khiva - Bukhara - Samarkand - fromfrom FerganaSyrdaria Naryn (Shakhrisabz) - Tashkent £2,095 Bukhara Samarkand £785 Shakhrisabz Travelling into the heart of the ancient Silk Road, in the Panj
footsteps of Alexander the Great we explore three of Panj Panj the world’s oldest cities and much more.
Highlights Special Experiences Accomodation • SeeVisit the Old great and architectural New Delhi masterpeices of • TakeDiscover a thrilling the crafts cycle of the rickshaw Timrud Dynasty ride that • DelhiTashkent - Suryaa - Itchan Hotel Qala Hotel the ancient Silk Road influenced so much of Asia • Marvel at the Taj Mahal through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi • AgraKhiva - ITCOrient Mughal Star Sheraton • Discover the treasures of Tashkent’s fine arts • Visit the 7th century ruins of Afrosiab museum • Bukhara - Sasha & Sons • Explore Fatehpur Sikri • EnjoySee the a traditional changing meal colours with of an the Uzbek Taj family • Jaipur - The Lalit • Samarkand - Emirkhan Hotel • SeeVisit the the world’s Amber oldest Fort handwrittenat Jaipur Qurans Mahal with a sunset visit • ExploreDiscover the astronomical open-air museum methods city of at Khiva the • Stop to see the impressive 9th Century • Be awed by Shakhrisabz Jantar Mantar Observatory Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Visit the magnificent Registan Square • Shop for gems in Jaipur
Introduction Join TransIndus for an escorted Group Tour to Uzbekistan, a country whose cultural legacy spans more than three millennia. Marvel at the emerald, lapis blue and wax-yellow patterns adorning Samarkand’s Registan Square – one of the great wonders of the Islamic world. Shop for hand-woven kilims, silk scarves and soft, camel-wool shawls in the bazaars of Bukhara. And savour the desert as you cross the Oxus Delta in the footsteps of Alexander the Great and Marco Polo. The itinerary has been carefully devised to showcase the architectural genius of the Timurids and their successor. Along the way, you’ll have opportunities to meet local people, experience traditional music and dance, watch ceramicists, carpet weavers and embroiderers at work, and shop for fabulous, locally made silk garments. Accommodation will be in comfortable, Western- style hotels, and all meals are included in the price. A dedicated, English-speaking TransIndus guide will be with you every step of the way.
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Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 E | [email protected] Khiva Itinerary Dates & Prices 2018/192019/20 Single room Day 1 Tashkent Day 6 Bukhara Departure Day Price / Single room person supplement On arrival in the Uzbek capital, the group will On the morning of your second day in Bukhara, person supplement 14-Sep-19 Sat £2,095 £490 Tashkent be met at the airport by our local TransIndus we visit the Ark fortress, at the northwest side of 28-July-18 Sun £785 £395 Syrdaria representative and driven to our hotel. Spend the the old walled town, followed by the iconic Chor 21-Mar-20 Sat £2,225 £495 Syrdaria Naryn Fergana rest of the morning recovering from the journey. Minor Madrassa. In the afternoon you’ll be free 12-Aug-18 Sun £785 £395 Bukhara Later, enjoy an afternoon of guided sightseeing of to explore and shop at your own pace, with or 23-Sep-18 Sun £785 £395 this beautiful city. without your guide. Samarkand 14-Oct-18 Sun £865 £445 Shakhrisabz Day 2 Tashkent, Khiva Day 7 Bukhara, Samarkand Panj 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 Early morning transfer to the airport for flight to Continue east through the green belt lining the Diwali on Sun 27 Oct 2019 Dinner in Jaipur Panj Panj Khiva, via Urgench. Stay at Orient Star or similar Zeravshan River to Samarkand, pausing for lunch for two nights. at a traditional pottery. On arrival, visit Timur’s 18-Nov-18 Sun £865 £445 azure-domed tomb, the Gur-i Amir. Day 3 Khiva 02-Dec-18 Sun £865 £445 Day 8 Samarkand A full day’s guided sightseeing in Khiva today 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 focusses on the principal highlights of the old A memorable excursion awaits today as you visit walled city, the Itchan-Kala, which has been the oasis town of Shakhrisabz, on the far side 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 beautifully restored and is traffic free. As well of the Gysar Mountains. Later, enjoy the superb 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 as monuments, there are lots of crafts stalls and tilework and sociable atmosphere of the Shah-i- 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 workshops to browse around the backstreets. Zinda tomb complex back in Samarkand. 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 Day 4 Khiva, Bukhara Day 9 Samarkand Holi on Tue 10 Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur A long drive across the Kyzl Kum desert to Bukhara The ninth day of the tour starts with a visit to the takes up most of today. En route, we’ll traverse the magnificent Registan, the greatest ensemble of 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 £445 Amu Darya River, known in the time of Alexander buildings surviving from Timurid times, followed by 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 £445 the Great (who crossed it twice) as the ‘Oxus’. Bibi Khanum mosque and nearby Siab market. Day 5 Bukhara Day 10 Samarkand, Tashkent Enjoy a full day’s tour of Bukhara’s medieval Visit the site of ancient Samarkand in the monuments today, covering the mighty Poi-i-Kalan, morning, followed by a tour of Ulugbeg’s famous Optional Excursions the Lyabi Hauz complex, with its shimmering pond, observatory in the afternoon, ahead of your return and mausoleums of Ismail Sami and Kashma Ayub. by high-speed train to Tashkent in the evening. Excursion name: Price From/ Sgl Supp PP From PP Day 11 Tashkent, London Meal Plan Transfer to the airport for your flight home. FullSalaam Board Baalak Walk £XXX £XXX Cooking class Jaipur £XXX £XXX
MealGroup Plan Size 6Bed to 16& Breakfast people Lunch on days 2, 4, 5 Dinner on days 1, 6 Group Size 4Included to 16 people in the price Arrival & Departure transfers Internal travel by road IncludedAccommodation in for the9 nights price as listed ArrivalLocal English & departure Speaking transfers tour leader InternalEntrance travel fees atby monumentsroad and rail AccommodationAccompanying tour - 7 escortnights whenas listed minimum group size Sightseeingachieved excursions English-speaking guides Tour Escort Flight Options Tour prices do not include international flights. We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of your choice in your preferred cabin class.
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Tigris Iran Tehran WONDERS OF IRAN Qom Tehran – Shiraz – Yazd – Isfahan – Kashan – Kashan Qom – Tehran 138 DaysDays Isfahan fromfrom Kuwait £3,645£785 Yazd An exciting tour of this ancient civilisation curated into a comprehensive tour combining Persepolis, Isfahan, Shiraz
Shiraz and much more. Helmand
Highlights Special Experiences Accomodation • MarvelVisit Old at theand splendour New Delhi of ancient Persepolis • TakeLearn aabout thrilling traditional cycle Iranianrickshaw crafts ride with • DelhiTehran - -Suryaa Ferdowsi Hotel Grand Hotel local artisans • DiscoverMarvel atbeautiful, the Taj turquoise-domed Mahal tombs through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi • AgraShiraz - - ITC Zandiyeh Mughal Sheraton amid the mud-walled alleyways of Yazd • Discover the ancient underground city of Naushbad • Yazd - Moshir-al-Mamalek • ExperienceExplore Fatehpur the astonishing Sikri Safavid • See the changing colours of the Taj • Jaipur - The Lalit • Isfahan - Setareh Hotel • architectureVisit the Amber of Isfahan Fort at Jaipur Mahal with a sunset visit • Kashan - Hotel Manouchehri • ShopDiscover for silk astronomical carpets in the methods bazaars ofat Shirazthe • Stop to see the impressive 9th Century under the guidance of experts • Tehran - Ibis Hotel Jantar Mantar Observatory Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Shop for gems in Jaipur
Introduction Itinerary Experience the very best Iran has to offer on our Special Group Tour. Combining all the Day 1 Tehran big-hitting sights with less well-known destinations, from market towns to mountain On arrival in Tehran, we’ll be met and transferred villages, our signature journey will help you get under the skin of this fascinating, much- to our hotel. Having rested after the journey, we’ll then head off for lunch at a traditional restaurant, misunderstood country.The trip is escorted by TransIndus founder and MD, Amrit Singh, followed by a tour of the UNESCO-listed Golestan as well as an expert, English-speaking guide. Amrit and her team have scoured Iran over Palace. recent years in search of its most compelling monuments, crafts centres and bazaars. Day 2 Tehran, Shiraz The result is an itinerary offering exceptional variety, at a highly competitive price. After an early check out, visit the National Museum and adjacent Islamic Museum, then enjoy lunch in a local restaurant before transferring to the airport for an afternoon flight to Shiraz. Day 3 Shiraz A full day’s sightseeing today includes a visit to the Nasir-al Molk Mosque. After lunch at a traditional Shirazi restaurant in the market district, we’ll visit the Eram Garden, followed by the tomb of the great Sufi poet, Hafez. Day 4 Shiraz Today’s tour of the Achaemenid ruins north of Shiraz begins with a visit to the tombs at Naqsh-e Rostam, before lunch at a stylish, 1930s hotel opposite the entrance to Persepolis which we’ll explore with the help of an expert local guide in the afternoon. Day 5 Shiraz, Yazd We drive over the mountains to Yazd today, pausing en route at the archaeological site of Pasagadae to see the Tomb of Cyrus. Day 6 Yazd In the morning we visit the Zoroastrian Fire Temple, Towers of Silence, and Amri Chakhmaq complex and baths. In the afternoon we’ll visit beautiful Dowlatabad Gardens, and visit the famous Jameh Masjed mosque before winding through the mud- walled lanes of the old quarter to the Art Café for the city’s best sunset view.
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Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 Tigris Iran Tehran E | [email protected] Day 7 Yazd, Meybod, Naein, Isfahan Day 11 Kashan, Nushabad DatesDates & & Prices Prices 2019/20 2019/20 Today’s long drive to Isfahan is broken with stops We spend the day exploring Kashan’s Bagh-e Fin Qom at Meybod and Naein, where we’ll look around Gardens, period houses, rose water outlets and DepartureDeparture DayDay PricePrice / / SingleSingle room room person supplement Kashan one of the country’s oldest mosques. The group 400-year-old bazaars. In the afternoon, we’ll visit person supplement will arrive in Isfahan early evening, in time for a the underground city of Nushabad. Evening stroll 28-July-1818-Apr-19 SunThu £785£3,645 £395£545 sunset stroll along the banks of the Zayande River through Kashan’s famous and highly ornate bazaar Isfahan 12-Aug-1812-Sep-19 SunThu £785£3,845 £395£545 Kuwait and its floodlit Safavid bridges. for a spot of souvenir shopping. 23-Sep-1816-Apr-20 SunThu £785£3,998 £395£595 Day 8 Isfahan Day 12 Kashan, Qom, Tehran Yazd A full day’s sightseeing in Isfahan includes a visit Today we head back to Tehran skirts the city of 14-Oct-18 Sun £865 £445 to the medieval Jameh Masjed followed by the Qom, home to the shrine of Fatima El Masuma, 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 richly decorated Armenian Vank Cathedra, the one of the country’s most important religious sites. Diwali on Sun 27 Oct 2019 Dinner in Jaipur Music Museum. In the afternoon we explore the We stop for a brief visit at the stunningly beautiful, Shiraz magnificent Chehel Sotoun Palace and gardens, vibrant with a staunchly traditional, devotional 18-Nov-18 Sun £865 £445 and then enjoy a short lecture on the history of atmosphere; a major highlight of the tour forms 02-Dec-18 Sun £865 £445 Helmand Persian carpet making. a striking contrast to that of the Ibis Hotel at 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 Day 9 Isfahan Tehran’s international airport, where we’ll spend the night before catching our flight back home. 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 Another full day of sightseeing today, this time focussing primarily on the iconic Safavid buildings Day 13 Tehran 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 around Naqsh-e Jahan Square, followed by visits Transfer to the airport. 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 to artisans workshops. 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 Day 10 Isfahan, Kashan Holi on Tue 10 Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur Today’s journey will be broken with a detour into 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 £445 the mountains to visit a village called Abyaneh, renowned for its striking red-earth architecture. 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 £445 Just over an hour’s drive further north, Kashan, with its bumper crop of fine old mansions.
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Amman CLASSICAL JORDAN Dead Sea Amman – (Dead Sea) – Petra – (Wadi Rum) – Amman 8 Days fromfrom £865 £785 Petra An eight-day tour of Jordan’s scenic and cultural highlights, featuring extraordinary Wadi Rum desert landscapes and Greco-Roman ruins.
Highlights Special Experiences Accomodation • TravelVisit Old the and2,000 New year-old Delhi King’s Highway • TakeExperience a thrilling Petra cycleby night rickshaw show ride • DelhiAmman - Suryaa- Landmark Hotel Hotel • StopMarvel at the at “Citythe Taj of Mosaics”Mahal Madaba • throughEnjoy a 4WD the narrowJeep safari lanes into of the Old Wadi Delhi Rum • AgraPetra - MovenpickITC Mughal Hotel Sheraton • VisitExplore Mount Fatehpur Nebo the Sikri burial place of Moses • SeeFloat thein the changing Dead Sea colours of the Taj • Jaipur - The Lalit • Explore the “Rose City” of Petra • Visit the Amber Fort at Jaipur Mahal with a sunset visit • Moonscape of Wadi Rum • Discover astronomical methods at the • Stop to see the impressive 9th Century Jantar Mantar Observatory Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Shop for gems in Jaipur
Introduction Join us on this compelling 8-day tour of Jordan’s scenic and cultural highlights, featuring the cream of the country’s extraordinary desert landscapes and Greco-Roman ruins. It begins in the capital, Amman, with a visit to Hadrian’s Arch and the sublime colonnaded Forum at Jerash, then proceeds to Petra for a 2-night stay in a luxury hotel close to the fabled carved facades of the ‘Rose City’. We also visit the surreal Wadi Rum and take a dip at the Dead Sea brings the trip to a suitably relaxing conclusion.
46 Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 Itinerary E | [email protected] Dates & Prices 2019/20 Day 1 Amman landscapes in the world and the lowest point on Dates & Prices 2019/20 Single room Earth, at 400 m below sea level.Spend some time at Departure Day Price / Single room Greeted on arrival in Amman and escorted to person supplement the Dead Sea before returning to hotel in Amman. person supplement Landmark Hotel or similar for four nights. 26-Jan-19 Sat £865 £435 Day 5 Amman, Petra Day 2 Amman 28-July-18 Sun £785 £395 After breakfast, drive along the 2000-year-old 09-Feb-19 Sat £865 £435 This morning, we visit the Desert Castles – the 12-Aug-18 Sun £785 £395 King’s Highway,an ancient road mentioned in The 23-Feb-19 Sat £865 £435 spectacular early Islamic art complexes with their Bible. Stop at Madaba, ‘The City of Mosaics’. 23-Sep-18 Sun £785 £395 fine mosaics, frescoes, stone and stucco carvings 09-Mar-19 Sat £865 £435 Proceed to Mount Nebo, known as the burial place 14-Oct-18 Sun £865 £445 inspired by the best Persian and Greco-Roman of Prophet Moses. Arrive at Kerak, the magnificent 13-Apr-19 Sat £865 £435 culture. Later we explore Amman – the White 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 Crusader Castle. Proceed to Petra and stay at City. Start at the Citadel which houses several 13-Jul-19 Sat £865 £435 Movenpick Resort or similar for two nights. Diwali on Sun 27 Oct 2019 Dinner in Jaipur impressive structures like Temple of Hercules, 27-Jul-19 Sat £865 £435 Umayyad Palace, Byzantine church, Archaeological Day 6 Petra 18-Nov-18 Sun £865 £445 24-Aug-19 Sat £865 £435 Museum and the Folklore Museum. After breakfast, a full day visit of the “Rose Red 02-Dec-18 Sun £865 £445 12-Oct-19 Sat £975 £435 Day 3 Amman City” of Petra - a treasure of the ancient world- 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 rediscovered in 1812. 26-Oct-19 Sat £975 £435 Today we enjoy a full day excursion to Pella and 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 Umm Qais – two brilliant ancient Greco-Roman Day 7 Petra, Wadi Rum, Amman 09-Nov-19 Sat £975 £435 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 cities of the Decapolis. In Pella, we visit the After breakfast, visit ‘Al-Beidha’ – also known as 21-Dec-19 Sat £975 £435 remains of Chalcolithic settlement from 4th century the Little Petra. It was an important suburb of the 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 BC, Byzantine churches and a small medieval 18-Jan-20 Sat £895 £455 City of Petra and the entry point for trade routes to 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 mosque. Umm Qais boasts impressive ancient the north and north-west. Later we drive to Wadi 08-Feb-20 Sat £895 £455 remains including stunning black basalt theatre, the Holi on Tue 10 Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur Rum, Jordan’s vast and echoing desert. We enjoy 15-Feb-20 Sat £895 £455 basilica and underground mausoleum . a Bedouin 4x4 jeep ride exploring the stunning 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 £445 moonscape. Later we drive back to Amman for 22-Feb-20 Sat £895 £455 Day 4 Amman 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 £445 overnight stay in Landmark hotel or similar. 07-Mar-20 Sat £895 £455 After breakfast, start your day with a visit of Jerash, ‘the Jewel of the North’ - one of the largest and Day 8 Amman 21-Mar-20 Sat £895 £455 most well-preserved sites of Roman architecture in After breakfast, transfer to Amman airport for your 11-Apr-20 Sat £975 £455 the world outside Italy. Continue to the Dead Sea, return flight. one of the most spectacular natural and spiritual Optional Excursions Excursion name: Price From/ Sgl Supp PP From PP
Salaam Baalak Walk £XXX £XXX MealCooking Planclass Jaipur £XXX £XXX Bed & Breakfast Meal Plan Bed & Breakfast Lunch on days 2, 4, 5 GroupDinner on Sizedays 1, 6 2-16 people Group Size 4 to 16 people
Included in the price Arrival & Departure transfers Arrival & departure transfers Accommodation for 7 nights as listed Suggested Extension Internal travel by road and rail English Speaking guides Accommodation - 7 nights as listed Entrance fees at monuments Aqaba Beach – 3 nights Sightseeing excursions Day 8 Amman, Aqaba English-speaking guides Transfer to Amman airport for your flight to Aqaba. Tour Escort Remain at leisure at the Marina Plaza for three nights. Flight Options Day 11 Aqaba FlightTour prices Options do not include international flights. Transfer to Aqaba airport in the morning. Fly back to TourWe’ll prices be happy do not to helpinclude secure international flights on flights. a carrier of Amman to take your onward flight. We’llyour choice be happy in your to help preferred secure cabin flights class. on a carrier of your choice in your preferred cabin class. HotelSuggested Upgrades Extensions PrivatePrivate Travel Travel Options Options Hotel Name: Price From/PP Sgl Supp Hotel Name: Price SglFrom Supp PP pp from pp from £395£95 per person Taj Mahal, Delhi £XXX £XXX Aqaba beach stay £545 £135 ForFor this a nominal price you price can you upgrade can upgrade to a private to a privatetour, Samode Haveli, Jaipur £XXX £XXX fortour, which for whichyou will you have will private have private use of usechauffeur- of drivenchauffeur-driven cars for transfers cars for and transfers travel as and well travel as your as ownwell English-speaking as your own English-speaking private guides. private guides. IfIf minimum minimum group group tour tour numbers numbers are are not not achieved, achieved, youyou can can still still travel travel by by making making this this payment. supplement payment.
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Mandalay
Bagan ESSENTIAL MYANMAR Inle Lake (BURMA) Yangon – Mandalay – Bagan – 108 DaysDays Inle Lake – Yangon fromfrom Thailand £1,489£785 This interesting tour covers the highlights of Burma starting from Yangon to Inle Lake through Mandalay and Bagan Yangon
Highlights Special Experiences Accomodation • AdmireVisit Old the and awe-inspiring New Delhi Shwedagon Pagoda • TakeEnjoy a susetthrilling boatride cycle at rickshaw U Bein Bridge ride over a • DelhiYangon - Suryaa(Rangoon) Hotel - Hotel Esperado at sunset glass of champangne • Marvel at the Taj Mahal through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi • AgraMandalay - ITC - MughalMagic Mandalay Sheraton Hotel • Visit the hill station of Pyin Oo Lwin • Witness the feeding of over a thousand monks at the country’s largest monastery • Bagan - Areindmar Hotel • MarvelExplore at Fatehpur the thousands Sikri of pagodas and • See the changing colours of the Taj • Jaipur - The Lalit • Inle Lake - Novotel Inle Hotel • stupasVisit the in BaganAmber Fort at Jaipur • MahalVisit the with lotus a robe sunset weaving visit village of Inpawkhon • ExploreDiscover Bagaya astronomical Kyaung teak-wood methods monasteryat the • Stop to see the impressive 9th Century • Enjoy a sunset cruise on the Ayerwaddy River Jantar Mantar Observatory Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Shop for gems in Jaipur
Introduction Itinerary Our Essential Myanmar group tour introduces you to the culture and sights of a beautiful land Day 1 Yangon that, until recently, was one of the least visited countries in Asia. Beginning at Yangon we see Arrive in Yangon and transfer to the Hotel Esperado majestic Shwedagon Pagoda. Continue to Mandalay to see the ancient capital cities of Amarapura, or similar for two nights. Sagaing and Inwa. Visit the hill station of Pyin Oo Lwin before travelling on to Bagan to awe in Day 2 Yangon the splendour of its thousands of stupas and pagodas. Visit Mount Popa, a sacred animist centre, This morning, visit the Sule Pagoda in the centre of town. Walk around the Mahabandoola Park to and enjoy a sunset cruise on the Ayerwaddy (Irrawaddy) River. Enjoy the vast Inle Lake and its see the colonial courthouse and Kandawgyi Royal surrounds before returning home. Lake. Stop for tea at a local tea shop and visit the bustling Yangon harbour area. End the day with sunset at the awe-inspiring Shwedagon Pagoda. Welcome dinner arranged in the evening. Day 3 Yangon, Mandalay Fly to Mandalay this morning. Transfer to the Magic Mandalay Hotel or similar for two nights. Take a tour of Mandalay in the afternoon, visiting Mahamuni Pagoda and Kuthodaw Pagoda with its 729 marble slabs of Buddhist scriptures. Drive to Mandalay Hill for a view of the city at sunset. Day 4 Mandalay Drive to Amarapura in the morning to witness the daily meal of over a thousand monks at the country’s largest monastery, Mahagandayon. Continue on to see the Sagaing hills, dotted with hundreds of stupas and pagodas. Take the ferry to Inwa (Ava), enjoy a horsecart ride and visit Bagaya Kyaung teak- wood monastery. Return to Amarapura for a boat ride to witness the spectacular sunset at U Bein teak bridge over a glass of champagne. Day 5 Mandalay, Bagan Transfer to the airport for your flight to Bagan. Stay at the Areindmar hotel or similar for three nights. Visit Bagan’s many temples and pagodas including Ananda, an architectural masterpiece, and Thatbyinnyu, the highest pagoda in Bagan. Enjoy the sunset over the plains of Bagan. 48 Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 E | [email protected] Day 6 Bagan Day 8 Bagan, Inle Lake Dates & Prices 2019/20 Morning visit to Salay village. Late afternoon, Fly to Heho this morning and drive to Nyaung Shwe Dates & Prices 2019/20 Single room Departure Day Price / Single room return to Bagan and stop at the countryside to take a boat transfer to a resort on Inle Lake. Departure Day Price / supplement person supplement village of Minnanthu, the least visited temple Stay at the Novotel Inle Hotel or similar for two 10-Jan-19 Thu £1,499 £499 area in Bagan. Enjoy a sunset boat ride along nights. Take a full day tour of Inle Lake, visiting the 28-July-18 Sun £785 £395 31-Jan-19 Thu £1,499 £499 Ayeyarwaddy River in the evening. Optional lotus robe weaving village of Inpawkhon. Stop at 12-Aug-18 Sun £785 £395 a floating village at Ywama, the lake’s downtown 14-Feb-19 Thu £1,499 £499 excursion: Hot air balloon ride. 23-Sep-18 Sun £785 £395 area, to see Kan Paw Nan Paw Pagoda. End the 07-Mar-19 Thu £1,499 £499 Day 7 Bagan 14-Oct-18 Sun £865 £445 The day is at leisure to enjoy this charming city. day at the Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda. 21-Mar-19 Thu £1,499 £499 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 Optional excursions: Full day tour of Mount Popa, Day 9 Inle Lake 04-Apr-19 Thu £1,489 £499 Lacquerware workshop or Cycling tour of Bagan Take a scenic boat tour to the village of In Dein. Diwali on Sun 27 Oct 2019 Dinner in Jaipur 18-Apr-19 Thu £1,489 £499 at sunset. From the middle of the lake, the boat heads through 18-Nov-18 Sun £865 £445 17-Oct-19 Thu £1,495 £399 a long channel from where farmers can be seen 02-Dec-18 Sun £865 £445 cultivating their produce. After a walk around the 14-Nov-19 Thu £1,495 £399 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 village, passing by a local school, take the covered 30-Jan-20 Thu £1,495 £399 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 stairway to see ancient stupas in the beautiful 13-Feb-20 Thu £1,495 £399 Alaung Sitthu area for a magnificent view over the 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 05-Mar-20 Thu £1,495 £399 lake. 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 Day 10 Inle Lake, Yangon 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 Transfer to Heho airport and fly to Yangon. Board Holi on Tue 10 Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur your onward flight. 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 £445 19-Apr-19OptionalFri Excursions£865 £445 Excursion name: Price pp from
OptionalMount Popa Excursions£99 ExcursionLacquerware name: workshop Price£85 From/ Sgl Supp PP From PP Cycling tour of Bagan £75 Salaam Baalak Walk £XXX £XXX Cooking class Jaipur £XXX £XXX Meal Plan BreakfastMeal dailyPlan DinnerBed & onBreakfast day 2 Lunch on days 2, 4, 5 Dinner on days 1, 6 Group Size Group4 to 16 people Size 4 to 16 people Included in the price Suggested Extension IncludedArrival & Departure in thetransfers price ArrivalInternal & travel departure by road transfers and air Ngapali beach – 3 nights InternalAccommodation travel by for road 9 nightsand rail as listed Day 10 Inle Lake, Ngapali AccommodationEnglish Speaking - guides7 nights as listed SightseeingEntrance fees excursions at monuments Transfer to Heho airport and fly to Ngapali. Stay at Accompanying tour escort when minimum group size English-speaking guides the Bayview Beach Resort for three nights. The rest achieved Tour Escort of your time is at leisure. Days 11, 12 Ngapali Flight Options At leisure. Tour prices do not include international flights. We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of Day 13 Ngapali, Yangon your choice in your preferred cabin class. Fly to Yangon to take your onward flight.
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Hanoi Burma Halong (Bay) (Myanmar) Laos Gulf of Tonkin VIETNAM EXPERIENCE Mekong Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hue – Hoi An – Vientiane Hue Ho Chi Minh City 128 DaysDays Hoi An fromfrom Thailand £1,298£785
Bangkok CambodiaTonle Sap Travelling from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City visiting en route Phnom Penh Halong Bay, Hue and Hoi An, journey through Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City Gulf of one of Southeast Asia’s most diverse countries. Thailand Andaman Highlights SpecialSpecial Experiences Experiences AccomodationAccomodation Sea • ExploreVisit Old the and French-Colonial New Delhi buildings of Hanoi • Take• a Spendthrilling the cycle night rickshawon a traditional ride junk boat • Delhi• - HanoiSuryaa - The Hotel Ann Hotel • CruiseMarvel scenic at the Halong Taj Mahal Bay - a UNESCO World through• Enjoy the anarrow sunset lanescruise ofon Old the DelhiThu Bon River,• Agra• - ITCHalong Mughal Bay - SheratonHalong Sails Heritage Site Hoi An • Hue - Eldora Hotel • ExperienceExplore Fatehpur a water Sikripuppet show, a tradition dating• See• theEnjoy changing a walking colours tour throughof the Taj the old town of• Jaipur - The Lalit • Hoi An - Hoi An Silk Village Resort • backVisit to the the Amber 11th-century Fort at Jaipur Mahal Hoiwith An a sunset visit • Ho Chi Minh City - Saigon Prince • SqueezeDiscover through astronomical the Cu Chi methods Tunnels at the • Stop• toExplore see the the impressive Mekong Delta 9th andCentury visit the Cai Be floating market • See the Reunification Hall and visit the War MuseumJantar Mantar in Ho Chi Observatory Minh Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Shop for gems in Jaipur
Introduction Itinerary On this introductory tour of Vietnam, one of Southeast Asia’s most diverse and enjoyable Day 1 Hanoi countries, you start in Hanoi, the capital city, and explore buildings and shaded boulevards Arrive in Hanoi and transfer to The Ann Hotel or redolent of its French colonial past. Visit scenic Halong Bay, a World Heritage Site, and spend similar for two nights. the night on a traditional junk boat. Travel south to the historic cities of Hue and Hoi An to Day 2 Hanoi see their charming old towns, pagodas and merchant homes as well as colourful market stalls Visit Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and Museum, the One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature – brimming with local specialities. Ho Chi Minh City is the last stop. Take a full day tour of the Vietnam’s first university, established in the 11th main sights and visit the Mekong Delta with beautiful riverside landscapes before travelling century. Afternoon visit the Ngoc Son temple, on home. the Hoan Kiem Lake. Later take a walk through Hanoi’s Old Quarter to glimpse the bustling local life. In the evening enjoy a Water Puppet show. Day 3 Hanoi, Halong Bay A morning drive to the World Heritage Site, Halong Bay. Board the Halong Sails or similar for an overnight cruise. As you set sail into the bay, pass limestone islands and visit Sung Sot cave. Enjoy trekking and swimming at Titov island. Day 4 Halong Bay, Hue Visit Luon cave in the morning, disembark and transfer back to Hanoi. Stop at a pottery village and enjoy some snacks and tea. Take the evening flight to Hue and check in to Eldora Hotel or similar for two nights. Day 5 Hue Visit the Imperial tombs of Tu Duc, the longest reigning Vietnamese Emperor, and Khai Dinh, the last monument of the Nguyen dynasty. The afternoon sightseeing includes a tour of the Old Imperial City, which is modelled after the Forbidden City in Beijing. Also visit the Thien Mu Pagoda before taking a boat back to the hotel on the Perfume River.
50 Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 E | [email protected] Day 6 Hue, Hoi An Day 9 Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City DatesDates && PricesPrices 2018/192019/20 In the morning drive to Danang (3-4 hours), Fly from Danang to Ho Chi Minh City, the largest of the DepartureDeparture DayDay PricePrice / / SingleSingle room room crossing the picturesque Hai Van pass. Also Vietnamese cities. Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels. Stay at the personperson supplementsupplement have the chance to visit the Cham Museum Saigon Prince Hotel or similar for three nights. 12-Jan-19 Sat £1,298 £389 which houses the finest examples of Cham art. 28-July-18 Sun £785 £395 Day 10 Ho Chi Minh City 09-Feb-19 Sat £1,298 £389 Continue the drive south to Hoi An, past the Enjoy a morning walking tour of Chinatown. In the 12-Aug-18 Sun £785 £395 23-Feb-19 Sat £1,298 £389 Marble Mountains and numerous villages, before afternoon take a city tour to see the former Presidential 23-Sep-18 Sun £785 £395 09-Mar-19 Sat £1,298 £389 checking in at Hoi An Silk Village Resort or similar Palace now known as the Reunification Hall, the War 14-Oct-18 Sun £865 £445 for three nights. 23-Mar-19 Sat £1,298 £389 Museum and the Notre Dame cathedral. 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 Day 7 Hoi An 06-Apr-19 Sat £1,298 £389 Day 11 Ho Chi Minh City Diwali on Sun 27 Oct 2019 Dinner in Jaipur Enjoy a walking tour of Hoi An in the morning. A full day out to Mekong Delta. Tour the Cai Be 16-Nov-19 Sat £1,395 £395 The buildings and street plan of this formerly 18-Nov-18 Sun £865 £445 floating market and explore the smaller waterways 11-Jan-20 Sat £1,395 £395 prosperous trading post are a mix of local and and canals by local boat, visiting orchards and local 02-Dec-18 Sun £865 £445 08-Feb-20 Sat £1,395 £395 colonial influence, recognised today as a World cottage industries. 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 Heritage site. Enjoy a sunset cruise in the evening. 22-Feb-20 Sat £1,395 £395 Day 12 Ho Chi Minh City 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 14-Mar-20 Sat £1,395 £395 Day 8 Hoi An Transfer to the airport. 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 Day at leisure. Optional excursions: Cooking class, 11-Apr-20 Sat £1,395 £395 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 Farming experience. 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 OptionalHoli on Tue 10 Excursions Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur Excursion name: Price 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 pp£445 from 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 £445 Cooking class, Hoi An £49 Farming experince, Hoi An £65 Tonle Sap Lake, Siem Reap £60 OptionalDinner with show, Excursions Siem Reap £49 Excursion name: Price From/ Sgl Supp PP From PP
MealSalaam BaalakPlan Walk £XXX £XXX Suggested Extensions BreakfastCooking dailyclass Jaipur £XXX £XXX Lunch on day 3 Temples of Angkor Wat – 3 nights Dinner on day 3 Day 12 Ho Chi Minh City, Siem Reap Meal Plan Fly to Siem Reap late this morning and check in for Bed & Breakfast LunchGroup on days Size 2, 4, 5 4 to 16 people three nights at the Lotus Blanc Resort. In the afternoon, Dinner on days 1, 6 visit Angkor Thom, the ancient royal city of the Khmer Empire with its centre piece, the Bayon temple. Group Size 4 to 16 people Day 13 Siem Reap Included in the price Visit the Ta Phrom temple and Banteay Srei temple, Arrival & Departure transfers one of Angkor’s most significant structures built InternalIncluded travel by in road the and price air in the 10th century. In the afternoon see the well- AccommodationArrival & departure for transfers11 nights as listed Internal travel by road and rail preserved carvings at Angkor Wat. Witness the English Speaking guides EntranceAccommodation fees at -monuments 7 nights as listed spectacular sunset in the countryside. AccompanyingSightseeing excursions tour escort when minimum group Day 14 Siem Reap sizeEnglish-speaking achieved guides Day at leisure to explore Siem Reap on your own. Tour Escort Optional excursions: Tonle Sap Village and Lake. Flight Options Dinner with show at The Smile of Angkor Tour prices do not include international flights. Day 15 Siem Reap We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of Transfer to the airport. your choice in your preferred cabin class.
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Phnom Penh- Siem Reap – Luang Prabang – Hue Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hue – Hoi An – Hoi An Ho Chi Minh City 188 DaysDays Thailand fromfrom
£2,385£785 Siem Reap Tonle Sap
From the grand temples of Angkor to the islands of Gulf of Phnom Penh Ho Chi Minh City Halong Bay, our Discover Indochina tour promises to be Thailand the trip of a lifetime.
Andaman Bandar Seri HighlightsHighlights SpecialSpecial Experiences Experiences Sea AccomodationAccomodation Begawan • • VisitWander Old andthrough New the Delhi ancient temples at • • TakeEnjoy a thrillinga Phare Cambodian cycle rickshaw Circus ride - a mix of • • DelhiPhnom - Suryaa Penh - HotelV Hotel Angkor traditional and modern theatre • Marvel at the Taj Mahal through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi • • AgraSiem - ITCReap Mughal - Lotus BlancSheraton Hotel • Explore the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Hanoi • Spend the night on a traditional junk as you cruise the World Heritage Site of Halong Bay • Luang Prabang - Santi Resort and Spa • • ExploreVisit the Fatehpur ancient templesSikri at Luang Prabang • See the changing colours of the Taj • Jaipur - The Lalit • See the variety of Buddha statues at the Pak • Hanoi - The Ann Hotel • • VisitVisit the the Amber Imperial Fort tombs at Jaipurof Tu Duc at Hue Mahal with a sunset visit Ou Caves • Halong Bay - Glory Legend • • DiscoverEnjoy a walkingastronomical tour of methodsHoi An at the • Stop to see the impressive 9th Century • Visit the Cham Museum with its collection of • Hue - Eldora Hotel Jantar Mantar Observatory Chandart reflecting Baori step 1,000 well years at Abhaneriof Hindu influence • Hoi An - Hoi An Silk Village Resort • Shop for gems in Jaipur • Ho Chi Minh City - Saigon Prince
Introduction Itinerary From the grand temples of Angkor and the laid-back town of Hoi An, to the islands of Halong Day 1 Phnom Penh Bay, vast stretches of the Mekong Delta and ancient monasteries of Luang Prabang, our Discover You will be met at Phnom Penh airport and transferred to the V Hotel or similar for two nights. Indochina tour promises to be the trip of a lifetime. Start at Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia Day 2 Phnom Penh fly to Siem Reap, your base to visit the impressive Angkor Wat and spend two nights in the capital Explore the sights in and around this capital city, of Cambodia. Continue to Luang Prabang and then journey onward into scenic Vietnam. set on the banks of the mighty Mekong River which After sightseeing in Hanoi and an overnight cruise in Halong Bay, travel southward along the has the atmosphere of a provincial French town. Vietnamese coast to the charming towns of Hue and Hoi An whose sights showcase fine art and Visit the Royal Palace and its silver-tiled pagoda. See Khmer art and sculpture from different periods architecture. Explore Ho Chi Minh City and take an excursion to the Cu Chi tunnels as well as the of Cambodian history in the National Museum. Cai Be floating market. Later visit the Central Market. In the afternoon visit the Genocide Museum and Killing Fields. Day 3 Phnom Penh - Siem Reap Fly to Siem Reap in the morning. Check into the Lotus Blanc Hotel or similar hotel for three nights. In the afternoon, visit Banteay Srei temple, one of Angkor’s most significant structures, built in the 10th century. Day 4 Siem Reap Visit Ta Phrom temple in the morning. In the afternoon see the well preserved carvings at Angkor Wat. Witness the spectacular sunset in the countryside. Day 5 Siem Reap In the morning, we will visit Angkor Thom, the ancient royal city of the Khmer Empire with its centre piece, the Bayon temple. The afternoon is at leisure. Enjoy the performance of the Phare Cambodian circus, with dinner in the evening. Day 6 Siem Reap - Luang Prabang This morning take a short drive through the countryside to Tonle Sap Lake, stopping to visit a local village en route. Board a local boat to see floating schools, police stations and markets. Late afternoon fly to Luang Prabang. On arrival, transfer to Santi Resort & Spa or similar for two nights.
52 Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 E | [email protected] Day 7 Luang Prabang Day 14 Hoi An Dates & Prices 2018/192019/20 Visit Talat local market and explore this veritable Enjoy a morning walking tour of Hoi An, once a Single room Departure Day Price / Single room treasure-trove of beautiful temples and historical prosperous trading post. Afternoon at leisure. Departure Day Price / supplement person supplement monuments including its many pagodas and the Day 15 Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City 09-Jan-19 Wed £2,385 £585 National Museum, formerly the Royal Palace. In 28-July-18 Sun £785 £395 the afternoon take a walk through the town to see Fly from Danang to Ho Chi Minh City, the largest of 13-Feb-19 Wed £2,385 £585 the Vietnamese cities. Visit Cu Chi Tunnels, outside 12-Aug-18 Sun £785 £395 its beautiful French-colonial buildings and the local 27-Feb-19 Wed £2,385 £585 market. View the town and its surroundings atop the city. Stay at the Saigon Prince or similar for 23-Sep-18 Sun £785 £395 three nights. 20-Mar-19 Wed £2,385 £585 Mount Phousi at sunset. 14-Oct-18 Sun £865 £445 Day 16 Ho Chi Minh City 10-Apr-19 Wed £2,385 £585 Day 8 Luang Prabang – Hanoi 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 Enjoy a morning walking tour of Chinatown. 27-Nov-19 Wed £2,575 £625 An excursion by boat to the Pak Ou caves today, Diwali on Sun 27 Oct 2019 Dinner in Jaipur located in the limestone cliffs at the confluence of In the afternoon take a city tour to see the 22-Jan-20 Wed £2,575 £625 the Mekong and Nam Ou rivers. These caves are former Presidential Palace now known as the 18-Nov-18 Sun £865 £445 Reunification Hall, the War Museum and the Notre 26-Feb-20 Wed £2,575 £625 full of Buddha images of various styles and sizes 02-Dec-18 Sun £865 £445 that have been collected over centuries. Take an Dame cathedral. 18-Mar-20 Wed £2,575 £625 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 evening flight to Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. Day 17 Ho Chi Minh City Transfer to Ann Hotel Hanoi or similar. A full day out to Mekong Delta. Tour the Cai Be 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 Day 9 Hanoi floating market and explore the smaller waterways 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 A full day tour starts with a visit to the Ho Chi and canals by local boat, visiting orchards and local 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 Minh Mausoleum and Museum, the One Pillar cottage industries. 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 Pagoda and the Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s Day 18 Ho Chi Minh City Holi on Tue 10 Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur first university, established in the 11th century. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Also visit the Ngoc Son temple, on the Hoan Kiem 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 £445 Lake. In the afternoon visit take a walk through Hanoi’s Old Quarter to glimpse bustling local life. 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 £445 Enjoy a Water Puppet show in the evening. Day 10 Hanoi, Halong Bay A morning drive to the World Heritage Site of Halong Bay. Board a traditional junk for an Optional Excursions overnight cruise (Glory Legend or similar). As you Excursion name: Price From/ Sgl Supp set sail into the bay, pass limestone islands and PP From PP visit Sung Sot cave. Trekking and swimming at Titov island. Salaam Baalak Walk £XXX £XXX Meal Plan Day 11 Halong Bay – Hue BreakfastCooking dailyclass Jaipur £XXX £XXX Visit Luon cave in the morning, disembark and Lunch on days 10 transfer back to Hanoi. Stop at a pottery village Dinner on days 5 & 10 and enjoy some snacks and tea. Take the evening Meal Plan Bed & Breakfast flight to Hue and check in to Eldora Hotel or similar. GroupLunch on days Size 2, 4, 5 Day 12 Hue Dinner4 to 16 peopleon days 1, 6 Visit the Imperial tombs of Tu Duc, the longest reigning Vietnamese Emperor, and Khai Dinh, Group Size the last monument of the Nguyen dynasty. The 4 to 16 people afternoon sightseeing includes a tour of the Old Included in the price Imperial City, which is modelled after the Forbidden IncludedArrival & Departure in thetransfers price City in Beijing. ArrivalInternal & travel departure by road transfers and air Also visit the Thien Mu Pagoda before taking a InternalAccommodation travel by for road 17 and nights rail as listed boat back to the hotel on the Perfume River. AccommodationEnglish Speaking - guides7 nights as listed SightseeingEntrance fees excursions at monuments Day 13 Hue - Hoi An English-speakingAccompanying tour guides escort when minimum group In the morning drive to Danang (3-4 hours), crossing Toursize achievedEscort the picturesque Hai Van pass. Also have the chance to visit the Cham Museum. Continue the Flight Options drive south to Hoi An, past the Marble Mountains TourFlight prices Options do not include international flights. before checking in at the Hoi An Silk Village Resort We’llTour prices be happy do not to helpinclude secure international flights on flights. a carrier of or similar for two nights. yourWe’ll choice be happy in your to help preferred secure cabin flights class. on a carrier of your choice in your preferred cabin class.
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JAPAN EXPERIENCE Tokyo Tokyo – (Mount Fuji) – Hakone – Takayama – Mount Fuji Kanazawa – Kyoto Kanazawa Takayama 128 DaysDays Hakone fromfrom £2,465£785 Experience the dramatic scenery and fascinating culture of Japan, on this 12 day journey covering highlights of Tokyo, Kyoto Hakone, Takayama, Kanazawa and Kyoto.
Highlights Special Experiences Accomodation • MasterVisit Old Tokyo’s and New transportation Delhi system with a • TakeExperience a thrilling Japan’s cycle famous rickshaw bullet ridetrain • DelhiTokyo - ShibaSuryaa Park Hotel Hotel local guide • Marvel at the Taj Mahal • throughRejuvenate the in narrow the hot springslanes of at Old Hakone Delhi • AgraHakone - ITC - Ichinoyu Mughal Honkan Sheraton ryokan • Cruise the Sumida River to Hamarikyu Gardens • Take part in a traditional Japanese tea • Takayama - Takayama Ouan Hotel • Explore Fatehpur Sikri • ceremonySee the changing colours of the Taj • Jaipur - The Lalit • Kanazawa - ANA Crowne Plaza • EnjoyVisit the panoramicAmber Fort view at Jaipurof the sacred Mahal with a sunset visit Mount Fuji • Kyoto - Hotel Vista Premio • Discover astronomical methods at the • Stop to see the impressive 9th Century • Visit Kyoto’s Imperial Palace • ExploreJantar theMantar ancient Observatory capital city of Nara Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Shop for gems in Jaipur
Introduction Itinerary Starting in Tokyo our Japan Experience tour takes in some of the best that Japan has to Day 1 Tokyo offer. After a day’s sightseeing of old and new Tokyo, venture out of the city to the shrines Arrive in Tokyo and transfer by airport bus to the Shiba Park Hotel or similar, for a three-night stay. of Nikko then on to Mount Fuji.Spend two days immersed in the timeless town of Takayama and move on to the World Heritage Site of Shirakawago, before continuing to Kanazawa. In Day 2 Tokyo Explore the capital with a private guide using Tokyo’s the cultural heartland of the Kyoto region, you have three full days to explore the rich history, excellent public transportation. Visit Meiji Jingu culture and tradition of this fascinating city. You will have the chance to rejuvenate in the shrine, the historic Asakusa district and take a cruise hot springs at Hakone and visit the ancient capital city of Nara. Travel home via Osaka. down the Sumida river to Hamarikyu gardens. Day 3 Tokyo Take a trip north, by shared coach, to visit Nikko today. Set in beautiful surroundings, this World Heritage site has been a centre of Shinto and Buddhist mountain worship for many centuries. Day 4 Mount Fuji, Hakone Travel to the beautiful Hakone National Park via Mount Fuji by shared coach. Stop on the slopes, at a height of over 2000m and admire the panoramic views (weather permitting). Later enjoy a cruise on Lake Ashi, and a lovely cable car-ride. Stay overnight at the Ichinoyu Honkan or similar. You can enjoy a soak in the hotel’s hot spring bath. Day 5 Takayama In the morning transfer to Odawara then by bullet and express train to Takayama. This journey takes in some glorious mountain scenery. After checking into the Takayama Ouan Hotel or similar for a two-night stay. Take time at leisure to enjoy an afternoon stroll. You can visit the old traditional district, festival hall and folk craft museum. Day 6 Takayama Day at leisure to explore the town on your own.
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Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 Day 7 Takayama, Shirakawa-go, Kanazawa Day 11 Kyoto E | [email protected] Take a public bus to Shirakawa-go World Heritage This morning, take part in a Tea Ceremony at Wak Dates & Prices 2019/20 village, nestling in the scenic mountains of Central Japan. Visit Nara in the afternoon, known for some Departure Day Price / Single room Departure Day Price / Single room Tokyo Japan. Continue on to Kanazawa and check in to of Japan’s oldest and largest temples. person supplement Mount Fuji person supplement the ANA Crowne Plaza Kanazawa Hotel or similar Day 12 Kyoto 31-Mar-19 Sun £2,995 £1,475 Takayama for two nights. 28-July-18 Sun £785 £395 Kanazawa Transfer to Kansai airport for your onward flight. 07-Apr-19 Sun £2,995 £1,475 Hakone 12-Aug-18 Sun £785 £395 Day 8 Kanazawa 14-Apr-19 Sun £2,465 £1,070 Day is at leisure to visit the famous Kenroku-en 23-Sep-18 Sun £785 £395 28-Jul-19 Sun £2,635 £1,125 gardens. 14-Oct-18 Sun £865 £445 03-Nov-19 Sun £3,195 £1,545 Day 9 Kanazawa, Kyoto 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 29-Mar-20 Sun £3,295 £1,625 Take the bullet train to Kyoto and stay for three Diwali on Sun 27 Oct 2019 Dinner in Jaipur Kyoto nights at Hotel Vista Premio Kyoto or similar. Rest 19-Apr-20 Sun £2,725 £1,145 18-Nov-18 Sun £865 £445 of the day is at leisure. 02-Dec-18 Sun £865 £445 Day 10 Kyoto A treasure trove of Japanese history and tradition, 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 Kyoto used to be the national capital for more 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 than one thousand years. Explore the city with a 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 private guide, using public transportation. Visit 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 the Imperial Palace, Kyoto Handicraft centre, Nijo 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 Castle, Kinkakuji and the Kiyomizu temple on a full day tour. Holi on Tue 10 Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 £445 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 £445
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MealGroup Plan Size 6 to 16 people Bed & Breakfast Lunch on days 2, 4, 5 Suggested Extensions Dinner on days 1, 6 Hiroshima – 3 nights Kyoto – 2 nights GroupIncluded Size in the price Day 12 Kyoto, Hiroshima Day 12 Kyoto 4Arrival to 16 &people Departure transfers by public transport Take the bullet train to Hiroshima and stay at the Stay at the Hotel Vista Premio Kyoto for an Internal travel by road and rail Rail passes for intercity journeys Hotel Granvia Hiroshima for two nights. Day is at additional two nights. Day is at leisure. LuggageIncluded forwarding in the service price leisure to explore the city. Day 13 Kyoto AccommodationArrival & departure for transfers11 nights as listed Internal travel by road and rail Day 13 Hiroshima Shared sightseeing by coach Day at leisure. EnglishAccommodation Speaking - guides7 nights where as listed applicable Day at leisure to explore Hiroshima and Miyajima Day 14 Kyoto EntranceSightseeing fees excursions at monuments where applicable English-speaking guides on your own. Transfer to Osaka Kansai airport for your onward Accompanying tour escort when minimum group sizeTour is Escort achieved Day 14 Hiroshima, Kyoto flight. Travel back to Kyoto by bullet train and stay at Flight Options the Hotel Vista Premio Kyoto for the night. TourFlight prices Options do not include international flights. We’llTour prices be happy do not to helpinclude secure international flights on flights. a carrier of Day 15 Kyoto yourWe’ll choice be happy in your to help preferred secure cabin flights class. on a carrier of Transfer to Kansai airport for your onward flight. your choice in your preferred cabin class.
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Yellow CHINA EXPERIENCE Sea Beijing – Xi’an – Chengdu – Guilin – Yangshuo – Xi’an Shanghai Shanghai 138 DaysDays fromfrom Yangtze £1,889£785 Chengdu
A comprehensive tour of China takes in Beijing, Xi’an Guilin Yangshuo and Shanghai and countryside town of Yangshuo. South China Highlights Special Experiences Accomodation Sea • Visit the Old Forbidden and New City Delhi and Tian An Men • TakeEnjoy a dumplingthrilling cycledinner rickshaw banquet ride • DelhiBeijing - -Suryaa Howard Hotel Johnson Hotel Square in Beijing • Marvel at the Taj Mahal • throughWitness the expert narrow cormorant lanes of fishermen Old Delhi at • AgraXi’an - GrandITC Mughal Dynasty Sheraton Culture Hotel • Marvel at the Great Wall of China Xinping fishing village • Chengdu - Tianfu Sunshine Hotel • SeeExplore the Terracotta Fatehpur WarriorsSikri of Xi’an • CruiseSee the down changing the Li River colours from of Guilin the Taj to • Jaipur - The Lalit Yangshuo • Guilin - Guilin Universal Hotel • MeetVisit the giantAmber panda Fort in at Chengdu Jaipur Mahal with a sunset visit • Enjoy a Chinese acrobatic performance in • Yangshuo - Yangshuo New Century Hotel • JourneyDiscover through astronomical rural China methods at the • Stop to see the impressive 9th Century Shanghai • Shanghai - Bund Hotel • WalkJantar along Mantar the famous Observatory Bund in Shanghai Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Shop for gems in Jaipur
Introduction Itinerary Beijing, the enthralling capital city of China, is your first stop on our China Day 1 Beijing Experience tour. Visit Tian An Men Square and the Great Wall of China. Take a On arrival in Beijing, transfer to Howard Johnson day train to Xi’an to explore the bustling Muslim Quarter and to visit the Terracotta Paragon hotel or similar for three nights. Warriors. See the Giant Pandas and Wen Shu Temple in Chengdu. Day 2 Beijing Visit Guilin, known for its unique Karst topography and the stunning landscape of Elephant Start the day off at Tian An Men Square and Trunk Hill. Take a cruise down the Li River to Yangshuo and Xinping fishing village to see the magnificent Forbidden City with your guide. expert cormorant fishermen. The tour ends in the contrastingly vibrant city of Shanghai. Afternoon visit the pavilions, prayer halls and gardens of the Summer Palace. This evening enjoy a welcome dinner of Peking Duck.Optional excursion: Kung Fu show Day 3 Beijing Another day is spent in Beijing to visit the Temple of Heaven. In the afternoon, drive out to see the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China. Day 4 Beijing, Xi’an Take a high-speed train to Xi’an this morning (5-6 hours). On arrival, check-in at the Grand Dynasty Culture hotel or similar for two nights. In the afternoon, visit the sights of Xi’an, including the Big Goose Pagoda, Great Mosque and the bustling Muslim Quarter. Day 5 Xi’an Start off the day with the amazing Terracotta Warriors and Museum of Horses, learning about the history of this incredible archaeological treasure from your guide. Explore Xi’an city wall in the afternoon, the most complete ancient city wall to survive in China. Enjoy a dumpling dinner banquet. Day 6 Xi’an, Chengdu This morning take a short flight to Chengdu. Stay at the Tianfu Sunshine hotel or similar for two nights. Later, visit Leshan Big Buddha and take a boat ride on the river.
56 Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 E | [email protected] Day 7 Chengdu Day 10 Yangshuo Dates & Prices 2019/20 Visit the Panda Breeding Centre in the morning, Explore the countryside around Yangshuo Dates & Prices 2019/20 Single room Departure Day Price / Single room followed by a very special vegetarian lunch at the including the picturesque Moon Hill, a crop of Departure Day Price / supplement person supplement Wen Shu Temple. Later on, walk along the famous Ming-era houses and bustling markets where you 24-Mar-19 Sun £1,889 £439 Jin Li Street and explore the city on your own in can stock up on souvenirs. Join a cooking class in 28-July-18 Sun £785 £395 07-Apr-19 Sun £2,185 £468 the evening. Optional excursion: Sichuan opera the evening. Later, enjoy a bamboo raft ride on the 12-Aug-18 Sun £785 £395 Yulong River. 14-Apr-19 Sun £2,185 £468 performance. 23-Sep-18 Sun £785 £395 12-May-19 Sun £2,195 £495 Day 8 Chengdu, Guilin Day 11 Yangshuo, Guilin, Shanghai 14-Oct-18 Sun £865 £445 Fly to Guilin in the morning. Stay overnight at 08-Sep-19 Sun £2,195 £495 Drive back to Guilin for your flight to Shanghai. 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 the Guilin Universal hotel or similar. Afternoon Stay in the heart of the city at the Bund hotel or 15-Sep-19 Sun £2,195 £495 at leisure to explore the town on your own to Diwali on Sun 27 Oct 2019 Dinner in Jaipur similar for two nights. The remainder of the day is 20-Oct-19 Sun £2,195 £495 discover its beautiful landscapes and 4000 year 18-Nov-18 Sun £865 £445 at leisure for exploring Shanghai at your own pace 10-Nov-19 Sun £2,195 £495 old history. The region is most famous for its and for a spot of shopping. 02-Dec-18 Sun £865 £445 cormorant fishermen. Optional excursion: Guilin 22-Mar-20 Sun £2,095 £475 Day 12 Shanghai 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 Art museum tour 05-Apr-20 Sun £2,195 £495 Early morning enjoy a leisurely walk along the 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 Day 9 Guilin, Yangshuo famous ‘Bund’ and see local people taking their 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 This morning, cruise down the Li River to morning excercise. Afterwards, visit the Yu Garden 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 Yangshuo. Lunch arranged on the cruise. Check and the World Financial Centre. In the evening into Yangshuo New Century hotel or similar for enjoy a performance by Chinese acrobats. 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 two nights. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Day 13 Shanghai OptionalHoli on Tue 10 Excursions Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. 07-Apr-19Excursion name:Sun £865 Price£445 pp from 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 £445 Kung Fu Show, Beijing £49 Sichuan Opera, Chengdu £49 OptionalGuilin Art Musenum, Excursions Guilin £45 Excursion name: Price From/ Sgl Supp PP From PP
Salaam Baalak Walk £XXX £XXX Meal Plan BreakfastCooking dailyclass Jaipur £XXX £XXX Lunch on days 2 to 7, 9, 10 & 12 Dinner on days 2 & 5 Meal Plan Bed & Breakfast GroupLunch on days Size 2, 4, 5 Dinner6 to 16 peopleon days 1, 6 Group Size 4 to 16 people Suggested Extensions Included in the price IncludedArrival & Departure in thetransfers price Vibrant Hong Kong – 2 nights Hainan Island beach break ArrivalInternal & travel departure by road, transfers rail and air Day 13 Shanghai, Hainan InternalAccommodation travel by for road 12 and nights rail as listed Day 13 Shanghai, Hong Kong English Speaking guides Fly to Sanya airport today. Stay at the Huayu Accommodation - 7 nights as listed Fly to Hong Kong in the morning and transfer to SightseeingEntrance fees excursions at monuments Resort for three nights of relaxation on this your hotel for two nights. The rest of the day is English-speakingAccompanying tour guides escort when minimum group at leisure to explore the city on your own. beautiful island. Toursize achievedEscort Day 14 Hong Kong Days 14 & 15 Hainan Day at leisure. Flight Options Day at leisure TourFlight prices Options do not include international flights. Day 16 Hainan We’llTour prices be happy do not to helpinclude secure international flights on flights. a carrier of Day 15 Hong Kong We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. your choice in your preferred cabin class. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. your choice in your preferred cabin class.
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Yellow DISCOVER CHINA Sea Beijing – Xi’an – Chengdu –Lijiang-Guilin – Xi’an Shanghai Yangshuo –Longji-Shanghai 178 DaysDays fromfrom Yangtze Chengdu £2,689£785 Guilin Over seventeen days, this once-in-a-lifetime trip Lijiang showcases ancient cultural sites and the splendour of Longji Yangshuo China’s dramatic landscape. South China Sea Highlights Special Experiences Accomodation • ExploreVisit Old China’s and New key cities Delhi of Beijing, Xi’an, • • ExploreTake the a thrillingwooden housescycle rickshaw and cobbled ride • DelhiBeijing - -Suryaa Howard Hotel Johnson Paragon Hotel Chengdu and Shanghai streets of Lijiang, a UNESCO World Heritage • Marvel at the Taj Mahal Sitethrough the narrow lanes of Old Delhi • AgraXi’an - GrandITC Mughal Dynasty Sheraton Culture Hotel • See the dramatic Karst mountain scenery • aroundExplore Guilin Fatehpur Sikri • • AttendSee a the perfomance changing of colours traditional of theNaxi Taj • JaipurChengdu - The- Tianfu Lalit Sunshine Hotel music • Lijiang - He Xi Hotel • CruiseVisit the the AmberLi River Fortto Yangshuo at Jaipur Mahal with a sunset visit • 0ption to attend a thrilling display at the • Guilin - Guilin Universal Hotel • MarvelDiscover at oneastronomical of China’s greatestmethods natural at the • ‘LegendsStop toof seeKung the Fu’ impressiveshow in Beijing 9th Century wonders - Tiger Leaping Gorge • Yangshuo - Yangshuo New Century Hotel Jantar Mantar Observatory Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Visit the ‘Dragon’s Backbone’ rice terraces of • Longji - Longji Ping An Hotel • LongjiShop forTitian. gems in Jaipur • Shanghai - Bund Hotel
Introduction Itinerary This once-in-a-lifetime trip will leave you awe-struck at the refinement of ancient Chinese Day 1 Beijing culture, and splendour of the country’s landscape. In seventeen days you’ll complete a tour of the On arrival in Beijing, transfer to Howard Johnson country’s Big Five sights (Beijing’s ‘Forbidden City’, the Great Wall, Terracotta Army outside Xi’an, Paragon hotel or similar for three nights. Panda Breeding Centre in Chengdu and Karst scenery around Guilin), along with the highlights Day 2 Beijing of the south – the swirling rice terraces of Longji – before ending your trip in style at Shanghai, Start the day off at Tian An Men Square before one of Asia’s most compelling cities. As ever with our Group Tours, you’ll be staying in luxurious spending a few hours exploring the magnificent Forbidden City with your guide. Afternoon visit to hotels, travelling around in a modern, comfortable coach and benefitting from the presence of see the pavilions, prayer halls and gardens of the expert, English-speaking guides. Summer Palace; built to escape the summer heat. Enjoy a Peking Duck welcome dinner in the evening. Optional excursion: Kung Fu show. Day 3 Beijing Another day spent in Beijing to visit the Temple of Heaven which comes alive each morning when elderly locals gather to practise Tai Chi. In the afternoon, drive out to see the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China, one of the most iconic sights in Asia. Day 4 Beijing, Xi’an Take a high-speed train to Xi’an this morning (5-6 hours). On arrival, check-in at Grand Dynasty Culture hotel or similar for two nights. In the afternoon, visit the sights of Xi’an including the Big Goose Pagoda, Great Mosque and the bustling Muslim Quarter. Day 5 Xi’an Start off the day with the amazing Terracotta Warriors and Museum of Horses, learning about the history of this incredible archaeological treasure. Explore the city walls in the afternoon. Enjoy a dumpling dinner banquet in the evening. Day 6 Xi’an, Chengdu This morning take a short flight to Chengdu. Stay at the Tianfu Sunshine hotel or similar for two nights. Later, visit Leshan Big Buddha and take
58 Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 E | [email protected] a boat ride on the river. Optional excursion: Day 12 Yangshuo Dates & Prices 2019/20 Sichuan opera performance. Explore the countryside around Yangshuo, which Dates & Prices 2019/20 Single room Departure Day Price / Single room includes the picturesque Moon Hill. Join a cooking Departure Day Price / supplement Day 7 Chengdu person supplement class to learn about Chinese food and dishes. Visit the Panda Breeding Centre in the morning 14-Mar-19 Thu £2,689 £549 followed by a very special vegetarian lunch Later, enjoy a bamboo raft ride on the Yulong 28-July-18 Sun £785 £395 04-Apr-19 Thu £2,869 £649 at the Wen Shu Temple. Later on, walk along River. 12-Aug-18 Sun £785 £395 11-Apr-19 Thu £2,869 £649 famous Jin Li Street and explore the city on Day 13 Yangshuo, Longji 23-Sep-18 Sun £785 £395 09-May-19 Thu £2,995 £649 your own in the evening. Take the picturesque mountainous route to Longji, 14-Oct-18 Sun £865 £445 known for its idyllic vistas of lush, green terraced 29-Aug-19 Thu £2,995 £649 Day 8 Chengdu, Lijiang 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 Morning transfer to the airport for a flight to ricefields and ethnic minorities. Stay at Longji Ping 12-Sep-19 Thu £2,995 £649 An hotel or similar for two nights. Diwali on Sun 27 Oct 2019 Dinner in Jaipur Lijiang. Stay at He Xi hotel or similar for two 10-Oct-19 Thu £2,995 £649 18-Nov-18 Sun £865 £445 nights. Enjoy a guided tour of the city, followed by Day 14 Longji 31-Oct-19 Thu £2,995 £649 a traditional performance by the Naxi minorities in Spend a leisurely day, exploring the town and rice 02-Dec-18 Sun £865 £445 12-Mar-20 Thu £2,925 £625 the evening. fields. 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 Day 9 Lijiang Day 15 Longji, Guilin, Shanghai 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 Enjoy a full day visit to the Tiger Leaping Gorge, Drive back to Guilin for a flight to Shanghai. 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 one of the deepest gorges in the world. Transfer to the hotel by Maglev, the world’s 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 Day 10 Lijiang, Guilin fastest train in regular commercial service. Stay at 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 Morning transfer for a flight to Guilin, via Kunming. the Bund hotel or similar for two nights. Stay at Guilin Universal hotel or similar for one Day 16 Shanghai OptionalHoli on Tue 10 Excursions Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur night. Walk along the famous ‘Bund’ in the morning. 07-Apr-19Excursion name:Sun £865 £445Price pp from Day 11 Guilin, Yangshuo Afterwards, visit the Yu Garden and the World 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 £445 Financial Centre. Enjoy a performance by Chinese This morning, cruise down the Li river to Kung Fu Show, Beijing £49 Yangshuo. Lunch is arranged on the cruise. Check acrobats in the evening. Sichuan Opera, Chengdu £49 into the Yangshuo New Century hotel or similar for Day 17 Shanghai Guilin Art Musenum, Guilin £45 two nights. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Optional Excursions Excursion name: Price From/ Sgl Supp PP From PP
Salaam Baalak Walk £XXX £XXX Meal Plan BreakfastCooking dailyclass Jaipur £XXX £XXX Lunch on days 2 to 7 & 12 Dinner on days 2 Meal Plan Bed & Breakfast GroupLunch on days Size 2, 4, 5 Dinner6 to 16 peopleon days 1, 6 Group Size 4 to 16 people Suggested Extensions Included in the price IncludedArrival & Departure in thetransfers price Vibrant Hong Kong – 2 nights Hainan Island beach break ArrivalInternal & travel departure by road, transfers rail and air InternalAccommodation travel by for road 16 and nights rail as listed Day 17 Shanghai, Hong Kong Day 17 Shanghai, Hainan AccommodationEnglish Speaking - guides7 nights as listed Fly to Hong Kong in the morning and transfer to Fly to Sanya airport today. Stay at the Huayu SightseeingEntrance fees excursions at monuments your hotel for two nights. The rest of the day is Resort for three nights of relaxation on this English-speakingAccompanying tour guides escort when minimum group at leisure to explore the city on your own. beautiful island. Toursize achievedEscort Day 18 Hong Kong Days 18 & 19 Hainan Flight Options Day at leisure Day at leisure TourFlight prices Options do not include international flights. Tour prices do not include international flights. Day 19 Hong Kong Day 20 Hainan We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of yourWe’ll choice be happy in your to help preferred secure cabin flights class. on a carrier of Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. your choice in your preferred cabin class. Suggested Extensions HotelHotel Upgrades Upgrades PrivatePrivate Travel Travel Options Options HotelName: Name: PricePrice From/ SglSgl Supp Supp HotelName: Name: Price PriceSgl From/PP Supp Sgl Supp PPpp from Frompp from PP pp from pp from From PP £225£95 per person Taj Mahal, Delhi £XXX £XXX ShimlaVibrant Hills Hong Kong £XXXfrom £465 £XXX£465 Shichahai £345 £325 ForFor the a nominal above price price you you can can upgrade upgrade to to a aprivate private Sandalwood TigersHainan of Island £XXX£625 £XXX£245 Samode Haveli, Jaipur £XXX £XXX tour,tour, for for which which you you will will have have private private use use of of Ranthambore Alila Yangshuo £375 £325 chauffeur-drivenchauffeur-driven cars cars for for transfers transfers and and travel travel as as well as your own English-speaking private guides. Ganges and Varanasi £XXX £XXX Puli Shanghai £395 £365 well as your own English-speaking private guides. IfIf minimum minimum group group tour tour numbers numbers are are not not achieved, achieved, Golden Temple & £XXX £XXX youyou can can still still travel travel by by making making this this payment. supplement Amritsar payment. Beaches of Goa £XXX £XXX
T | 0208 566 3739 E | [email protected] 59 Taipei TAIWAN EXPERIENCE Taipei - Taroko - Chihpen - Fo Guang Shan -
Alishan - Sun Moon Lake - Taipei Sun Moon Lake Taroko National Park 118 DaysDays Alishan fromfrom £1,735£785
This trip around Taiwan showcases the best the island Fo Guang Shan Chihpen has to offer, with a vast range of scenic and cultural attractions. Highlights SpecialSpecial Experiences Experiences AccomodationAccomodation • TakeVisit inOld the and frenetic New city Delhi of Taipei •• TakeVisit aTaroka thrilling National cycle Park,rickshaw famous ride for its •• DelhiTaipei - Suryaa- The Lealea Hotel Hotel spectacular marble canyon • ExploreMarvel the at thespectacular Taj Mahal Taroko Gorge through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi •• AgraTaroko - ITC - Leader Mughal Village Sheraton Lodge • Make a stop at Siaoyeliou, a natural stone • SoakExplore in the Fatehpur hot springs Sikri at Chihpen • Seesculptural the changing park colours of the Taj •• JaipurChihpen - The - Royal Lalit Chihpen Hot Spring Resort • View the thousand year old giant trees at • Surrounded by forested mountains, take a • Fo Guan Shan - Pilgrim Lodge • AlishanVisit the Amber Fort at Jaipur Mahal with a sunset visit boat cruise on the beautiful Sun Moon Lake • Alishan - Alishan Guest House • VisitDiscover Fo Guang astronomical Shan, Taiwan’s methods largest at the • Stop to see the impressive 9th Century monastery • Sun Moon Lake - Lea Garden Hotel Jantar Mantar Observatory Chand Baori step well at Abhaneri • Shop for gems in Jaipur
Introduction This trip around Taiwan showcases the best the island has to offer, with a vast range of scenic and cultural attractions. Take in the frenetic city of Taipei, explore the spectacular Taroko Gorge before continuing on to soak in the hot springs at Chihpen. Visit Fo Guang Shan monastery, one of the largest in the region. View the thousand year old Giant trees at Alishan before proceeding to the picturesque Sun Moon Lake. Return to Taipei for two nights before you travel back home.
60 Group ToursT by| 0208 TransIndus 566 3739 E | [email protected] Itinerary Dates & Prices 2019/20 Day 1 Taipei Day 6 Chihpen, Fo Guang Shan Single room Departure Day Price / Single room Departure Day Price / supplement Arrive in Taipei and transfer to the Lealea hotel or Drive to Fo Guang Shan, the biggest monastery in person supplement similar for two nights. Taiwan. Visit the Main Shrine, Buddhist Museum and 14-Mar-19 Thu £1,735 £729 28-July-18 Sun £785 £395 Day 2 Taipei Buddha Memorial Center. Stay overnight at the Pilgrim 11-Apr-19 Thu £1,735 £729 Lodge. Have a vegetarian dinner in the monastery. 12-Aug-18 Sun £785 £395 Take a tour of the city today, proceed to Longshan 02-May-19 Thu £1,755 £725 Temple, which houses many statues of Buddhist, Day 7 Fo Guang Shan, Alishan 23-Sep-18 Sun £785 £395 05-Sep-19 Thu £1,755 £725 Taoist, and Confucian deities. Visit Dihu Street, Proceed to Alishan National Scenic Area, renowned 14-Oct-18 Sun £865 £445 17-Oct-19 Thu £1,755 £725 the old-town market, selling a variety of traditional for its waterfalls, cherry blossoms and mountain 04-Nov-18 Sun £915 £445 trails in the Forest Recreation Area. Stay at the 07-Nov-19 Thu £1,755 £725 goods. Continue to Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall Diwali on Sun 27 Oct 2019 Dinner in Jaipur and the National Palace Museum. This afternoon, Alishan Guest House hotel or similar for the night. 12-Mar-20 Thu £1,925 £795 18-Nov-18 Sun £865 £445 visit Martyr’s Shrine, before ending at Taipei 101, Day 8 Alishan. Sun Moon Lake 09-Apr-20 Thu £1,925 £795 02-Dec-18 Sun £865 £445 once the tallest building in the world. This morning, proceed to Sun Moon Lake, and take Day 3 Taipei, Taroko a boat cruise on the Sun Moon Lake. Visit Wenwu 13-Jan-19 Sun £865 £445 Drive to the National Center for Traditional Arts Temple, an excellent vista point overlooking the Lake. 03-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 at Yilan County, before continuing on to Qingshui Stay at the Lea Garden Hotel or similar for the night. 17-Feb-19 Sun £865 £445 Cliff, on Taiwan’s Pacific coast. Proceed to Taroko Optional excursion: Sunrise mountain train ride 03-Mar-19 Sun £865 £445 National Park, known for its spectacular marble Day 9 Sun Moon Lake, Taipei 17-Mar-19 Sun £925 £445 canyon. Visit Taroko Gateway this afternoon, before Visit Tehua village, to learn the history of the Tsao Holi on Tue 10 Mar 2020 Celebration in Jaipur checking into the Leader Village Lodge hotel or Tribe. Also view the Syuentzang Temple, housing similar for two nights. the relic of Xuanzang, a Tang Dynasty monk who 07-Apr-19 Sun £865 £445 Day 4 Taroko brought back over 650 sutras from India. Explore a 19-Apr-19 Fri £865 £445 Explore the area today with the guide. Visit Fushi tea plantation, before proceeding back to Taipei. Stay Village, Eternal Spring Shrine, Tunnel of Nine Turns, at the Lealea hotel or similar for two nights. Swallow Groto and Tianxiang Scenic Area. Day 10 Taipei Day 5 Taroko, Chihpen Day is at leisure. Optional Excursions Drive to Taitung via the East Coast National Scenic Day 11 Taipei Excursion name: Price From/ Sgl Supp PP From PP Area, unique in its terrain and ecology. En-route Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. visit Siaoyeliou, a natural stone sculptural park. Salaam Baalak Walk £XXX £XXX Arrive in Taitung and check in to Royal Chihpen Hot Spring Resort or similar for the night. Cooking class Jaipur £XXX £XXX Meal Plan BreakfastMeal dailyPlan LunchBed & on Breakfast days 2 to 9 DinnerLunch on daysday 6 2, 4, 5 Dinner on days 1, 6 Group Size Group6 to 16 people Size 4 to 16 people Included in the price IncludedArrival & Departure in thetransfers price ArrivalInternal & travel departure by road transfers InternalAccommodation travel by for road 10 and nights rail as listed AccommodationEnglish Speaking - guides7 nights as listed SightseeingEntrance fees excursions at monuments Accompanying tour escort when minimum group English-speaking guides size achieved Tour Escort Flight Options Tour prices do not include international flights. We’ll be happy to help secure flights on a carrier of your choice in your preferred cabin class.
HotelHotel Upgrades Upgrades PrivatePrivate Travel Travel Options Options HotelHotel Name: Name: PricePrice From/PP Sgl Supp pp from Frompp from PP £475£95 per person TajLandis Mahal, Taipei Delhi £XXX£175 £XXX£125 ForFor a anominal nominal price price you you can can upgrade upgrade to to a aprivate private Samode Haveli, Jaipur £XXX £XXX tour,tour, for for which which you you will will have have private private use use of of chauffeur-drivenchauffeur-driven cars cars for for transfers transfers and and travel travel as as wellwell as as your your own own English-speaking English-speaking private private guides. guides. IfIf minimum minimum group group tour tour numbers numbers are are not not achieved, achieved, youyou can can still still travel travel by by making making this this payment. supplement payment.
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Destination Temperature & Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Visa Time Shortest approx Rainfall requirement Difference flight duration INDIA Y +5:30 COCHIN Max °C 30 31 31 31 31 28 28 28 28 29 30 30 12.30 hrs (Kochi) Min °C 23 25 26 26 26 25 24 24 25 25 25 23 Rainfall 22 23 35 124 396 721 697 368 289 302 175 48 DARJEELING Max °C 9 10 14 17 19 19 19 20 19 18 15 12 Min °C 2 3 6 9 12 14 14 14 13 10 6 3 Rainfall 20 24 48 116 197 570 781 635 437 123 24 7 DELHI Max °C 21 24 31 36 41 39 36 34 34 34 29 23 8 hrs Min °C 7 9 14 20 26 28 27 26 24 18 11 8 Rainfall 23 18 13 8 13 74 180 173 117 10 3 10 GOA Max °C 32 32 32 33 33 30 29 29 30 32 33 32 11.30 hrs Min °C 20 21 23 26 26 25 24 24 24 24 22 21 Rainfall 1 1 1 12 113 868 995 513 252 125 31 17 SHIMLA Max °C 8 9 14 18 22 23 21 19 19 17 14 11 Min °C 2 3 7 11 14 16 16 15 14 11 7 4 Rainfall 61 69 61 53 66 175 424 434 160 33 13 28 NEPAL Y +5:45 KATHMANDU Max °C 19 21 25 28 29 29 28 29 28 27 24 20 12 hrs Min °C 2 5 8 12 16 19 20 20 19 13 8 4 Rainfall 14 19 34 61 124 236 363 331 200 51 8 13 SRILANKA Y (ETA) +5:30 COLOMBO Max °C 31 31 32 32 31 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 10.30 hrs Min °C 22 23 24 25 26 26 25 25 25 24 23 23 Rainfall 58 73 128 246 392 185 122 120 245 365 414 175 BHUTAN Y +6:00 PARO Max °C 12 14 16 20 23 24 25 25 23 22 18 15 8 hrs to Delhi Min °C −3 1 3.9 7 13 15 15 16 15 10 5 -1 night’s halt Rainfall 15 41 23 58 122 246 373 345 155 38 8 3 4 hrs to Paro CHINA Y +8:00 BEIJING Max °C 2 5 12 20 26 30 31 30 26 19 10 4 10 hrs Min °C -8 -6 1 8 14 19 22 21 15 8 0 -6 Rainfall 3 5 8 21 34 78 185 160 46 22 7 3 SHANGHAI Max °C 8 9 13 19 24 28 32 32 28 23 17 11 11 hrs Min °C 0 1 5 10 15 20 24 24 20 14 9 3 Rainfall 44 63 78 107 123 159 134 126 151 50 49 41 JAPAN N +9:00 TOKYO Max °C 10 10 13 19 23 26 29 31 27 22 17 12 12 hrs Min °C 3 3 6 11 15 19 23 25 21 15 10 5 Rainfall 52 56 118 125 138 168 154 168 210 198 93 51 KYOTO Max °C 9 10 13 20 25 28 32 33 29 23 17 12 12 hrs Min °C 1 1 4 9 14 19 23 24 20 14 8 3 Rainfall 50 68 113 116 161 214 220 132 176 121 71 48 TAIWAN N +8:00 TAIPEI Max °C 19 20 22 26 29 32 34 33 32 78 24 21 16.30 hrs Min °C 13 13 15 19 22 24 26 25 24 22 15 20 Rainfall 86 165 180 185 258 320 248 305 275 138 86 78 VIETNAM Y +7:00 HANOI Max °C 19 20 23 27 32 33 33 32 31 29 25 22 11 hrs Min °C 14 15 18 21 24 26 26 26 25 22 19 15 Rainfall 19 26 44 90 189 240 288 318 265 131 43 23 HO CHI MINH CITY Max °C 32 33 34 35 34 32 32 32 31 31 31 31 13 hrs Min °C 21 23 24 26 25 25 24 24 24 24 23 21 Rainfall 14 4 11 50 218 312 294 270 327 267 117 48 CAMBODIA ARR +7:00 SIEM REAP Max °C 32 33 35 36 35 34 33 32 32 31 31 31 14 hrs Min °C 20 21 26 25 25 25 25 25 25 24 22 20 Rainfall 1 4 28 61 176 221 237 151 276 248 82 10 LAOS ARR +7:00 LUANG PRABANG Max °C 27 31 33 34 34 32 32 32 32 31 29 26 17 hrs Min °C 14 15 18 21 24 25 24 24 23 21 18 14 Rainfall 15 19 30 108 147 258 228 289 173 126 40 10 MYANMAR Y +6:30 YANGON Max °C 32 35 36 37 33 30 30 30 30 32 32 32 14.30 hrs Min °C 18 19 22 24 25 25 24 24 24 24 22 19 Rainfall 5 2 7 15 303 547 559 602 368 206 60 7 THAILAND N +7:00 BANGKOK Max °C 32 33 34 35 34 33 33 32 32 32 32 31 11.30 hrs Min °C 21 23 25 26 26 25 25 25 24 24 23 21 Rainfall 10 30 28 66 221 150 155 198 343 241 48 10 CHIANG MAI Max °C 29 32 35 36 34 33 32 31 31 31 30 28 14 hrs Min °C 14 16 19 22 24 24 24 24 23 22 19 15 Rainfall 8 10 20 53 152 117 152 224 201 117 51 18 PHUKET Max °C 32 33 34 34 32 32 32 32 31 31 31 31 14 hrs Min °C 24 24 25 25 25 25 25 25 24 24 24 24 Rainfall 23 25 58 137 269 236 284 282 386 295 173 61 MALAYSIA N +8:00 KUALA LUMPUR Max °C 32 32 32 34 33 33 33 33 32 32 32 32 12.30 hrs Min °C 22 22 23 24 24 23 23 23 23 23 23 23 Rainfall 170 196 246 302 239 157 135 191 239 279 333 249 KOTA KINABALU Max °C 30 31 31 32 32 32 32 32 32 32 32 31 16 hrs Min °C 23 23 23 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 23 23 Rainfall 122 64 64 119 221 292 277 272 302 340 297 231 INDONESIA N +7:00 – 9:00 Yogyakarta Max °C 30 30 30 31 31 30 30 31 31 31 31 30 17.30 hrs Min °C 23 23 23 23 23 22 21 21 23 23 23 23 Rainfall 392 300 363 150 140 68 30 16 50 136 235 278 JORDAN: Amman Max °C 12 14 17 23 28 31 32 32 31 27 20 14 Y +2:00 5 hrs Min °C 4 4 6 10 14 17 18 19 17 14 9 5 Rainfall 63 72 43 14 3 0 0 0 0 7 28 49 IRAN: Tehran Max °C 6 8 13 20 25 31 34 33 29 22 14 9 Y +3:30 5.30 hrs Min °C -1.5 0 4 10 14 20 23 22 17 12 5 1 Rainfall 63 66 83 50 27 4 4 3 3 16 41 66 Temperature: Max: Maximum average temp °C; Min: Minimum average temp °C; | Rainfall: Average monthly rainfall in millimetres. Visas: Y = required; N = Not required; Arr = Visa on arrival; ETA = Electronic Travel Authority | Time difference: in relation to UTC+/- Flying times: The flying time for shortest flight duration is given. These may be direct or require a connection enroute
64 TransIndus Limited - Booking Conditions for Group tours Group Tours by TransIndus
Introduction: arrangements and arrange to refund any money you have paid. If already 11. Your responsibility We hope you have enjoyed going through our brochures and discussing travelling the CAA will ensure you are not left stranded overseas. For further It is your responsibility to ensure you have valid passports, insurance, visas, your suitable holiday. We recommend you read our Booking Conditions, information visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk and www.atol. vaccinations, foreign exchange for personal expenses, etc., and we do not which are governed by British law and are designed to protect your rights. org.uk/ATOLCertificate.The price of our air holiday packages includes the accept any liability for non-communication of relevant details to you. If any Irrespective of your booking coming to us directly or via a retail travel agent ATOL Protection Contribution (APC) we pay to the CAA. Holidays excluding service offered by us is not clear, you should get written confirmation from your contract is deemed to be with TransIndus Limited, trading as the India flights are protected separately by the Association of British Travel Agents us about its inclusion in the price. If any client suffers death, illness or injury Travel Company. When you book your holiday with us, it is deemed that you (ABTA) with whom TransIndus has a financial bonding, number V0705. The whilst overseas arising out of an activity which does not form part of the accept our booking conditions. UK government’s holiday protection schemes may undergo change, we foreign inclusive holiday arrangement or excursion arranged through us, we recommend you look up our updated Booking Conditions on the website shall, at our discretion, offer advice, guidance and assistance but are not 1. How to Book at the time of booking. When booking through an agent for arrangements liable for the consequences of such independent act. If you avail of a service Having chosen your holiday you just need to complete the Booking Form that include, but are not limited to,TransIndus’ arrangements, your contract during the course of your holiday which is not part of your contract with us, provided online or by your consultant and forward it to us with an appropriate will deem to be with the agent and not with TransIndus.TransIndus is such we will not be liable for the provision of that service or its quality even if deposit. You can book and make a payment of the deposit by giving us circumstance will be deemed to be a supplier for your agent. Similarly, if you purchase it through our agents or their representatives. Similarly if we your debit/credit card details over the telephone, or making a bank transfer booking only a single component eg a flight or hotel, via an agent,TransIndus recommend a restaurant or a shop, it is merely to assist you, and we do not payable to TransIndus Ltd. Natwest Bank. Sort Code: 542118, Account will be deemed to be an supplier for the agent and will accept no liability for accept any responsibility for the quality or content of the service received Number: 16031016. A booking form will need to be sent subsequently. In the provision of the service. from these. addition we work with a number of excellent retail agents throughout the UK and Ireland and you may chose to book your holiday through one of them.The 7. Travel Insurance, Health & Safety 12. Our responsibility agent will hold your deposit on behalf of TransIndus but your contract in all It is strongly recommended that all travellers be adequately insured for We accept responsibility for ensuring that the holiday which you book with cases will deem to exist with TransIndus. Please note, if a retail agent fails the holiday. You may buy insurance through Holiday Extras, our preferred us is supplied as described, and the services offered reach a reasonable to adequately/fully convey your special requirements to TransIndus Limited, insurance providers, or locate comprehensive policy independently. When standard. In the unlikely event that any part is not provided as promised, or our advice/instructions to you, we will not be responsible. TransIndus will taking insurance, please ensure it covers any activites that you may for reasons within our control, we will pay you appropriate compensation normally confirm your order via a ‘Booking Acceptance Letter’ within 7 days undertake during your holiday such as hikes, treks, travel to high altitude if this has affected the enjoyment of your holiday. We accept responsibility working days. regions and diving. If you are unable to provide proof of adequate travel for the acts and/or omissions of our employees, agents and suppliers except insurance we will require you to sign an indemnity form absolving us of where they lead to death, injury or illness and except where the supplier 2. Deposit any liability which may arise owing to your failure to take out adequate is a government or quasi-government institution. Our liability in all cases Group Tours: A deposit of £400 per person is payable when placing a Group insurance cover. You can get a quote or issue your insurance directly with shall be limited to a maximum of three times the cost of the portion of Tour booking for holidays worth £2000 per person or under. A deposit of 20% HOLIDAY EXTRAS by calling their free UK helpline 0800 093 1900 with quote holiday adversely affected. We accept responsibility for death, injury or of the holiday cost is payable for bookings above £2000 per person. reference: TransIndus or visiting www.holidayextras.co.uk/holidayinsurance. illness caused by the negligent acts and/or omissions of our employees Tailor-made Holidays: A deposit of 20% of your holiday cost or £250 per html?agent=transindus for a quotation. We strongly recommend you consult or agents together with our suppliers and sub-contractors, servants and/ person, whichever is higher, is payable when placing a tailor-made holiday your doctor about mandatory health requirements, health precautions and or agents of the same whilst acting within the scope of, or in the course booking. recommended vaccinations a few months before your holiday. Additional of their employment in the provision of your holiday. We will accordingly Deposits and final payments made by Non-UK debit/credit cards, UK information is available from the National Travel Health Network www. pay to our clients such damages as might have been awarded in such commercial/corporate cards are subject to 2% transaction charge, while travelhealthpro.org.uk or the NHS website - www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk circumstances under English Law. In respect of carriage by scheduled American Express Corporate cards incur a 2.5% surcharge. There is no The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) provides regular information/ air, sea, other water bodies like rivers and lakes, and rail transports the transaction charges for personal UK debit/credit cards or UK bank transfers. updates about foreign destinations and risks, if any, to British citizens when provision of accommodation and services in these are the responsibility of Cruises and some hotels, beach resorts, wildlife lodges may require a higher travelling to these destinations.The FCO advice can be seen on their website the providers of these transports and we merely act as agents for these deposit or even full payment at their discretion, especially during peak www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice; they can also be contacted on 020 7238 providers. Our liability in all such cases will be limited in the manner provided season. More airlines are now requesting for full payments and we may need 4503. by the relevant international convention.Thus if a scheduled flight or train to ask for additional deposits for your international flights. We will advise or ship has delays or changes in schedule or cancellation of service we are you of these at the time of the booking or as soon as we are made aware. 8. Alterations to your tour Programme by us not obliged to offer alternative arrangements, it is the providers of these Please note all deposits are non-refundable; except in instances when we We will make all reasonable efforts to provide you with booked tour services who are responsible. We will, however, try our best to assist in cancel the holiday or express our inability to operate it. arrangements but cannot rule out occasional changes and reserve the right the provision of alternative services, if required, on receipt of appropriate to change accommodation, internal trains and flights, international flights or payment for these. 3. Confirmation and Final Payment the sightseeing schedule due to unforeseen circumstances. If the changes The balance amount for your holiday must be paid no later than 60 days are significant we will inform you of these before departure, if possible, and 13. Inclusions and exclusions in the Tour Price before departure; final documentation will not be released unless full offer you comparable alternative arrangements or at your option make a full All inclusions and exclusions are clearly mentioned with your holiday payment has been received by due date. If payments are delayed without refund of all monies paid. A significant change is one that involves a change itinerary. Please check with us in case of doubt about any of these. notification or adequate reason we reserve the right to treat your booking of airport for international flights to and from your holiday destination, as cancelled retaining the deposit. If the booking is made within 60 days the outward or return journey being rescheduled by more than twelve 14. Arbitration of departure, the full cost of the holiday is payable at the time of booking. hours or the omission of a featured overnight stop in the itinerary. Where If you have cause for complaint during the holiday please bring it to the For all group tours, hotels given in the itineraries are subject to change. such changes take place for reasons within our control we will offer you notice of our Local representative/agent and/or the hotel who will try their In all cases we will endeavour to provide similar standard hotels. If we a compensation of £25 per person if you had paid the full holiday price by best to solve the problem immediately. It is not advisable to do nothing about need to make a significant change to the itinerary booked, it is done the prescribed date. Where the change is due to circumstances beyond our a problem when it occurs but to later write to us seeking recompense. If we with your concurrence. It is thus important that you give us your contact control amounting to force majeure, such as weather conditions, technical feel we/our agents were not afforded an opportunity to redress a problem telephone numbers, both for daytime and evenings, so that changes can be problems, civil disorder, decisions by governments or other associations, when it occurred, we will not be able to offer compensation if it is brought communicated, discussed and implemented. Arrangements for tailor-made etc., we will offer comparable alternative arrangements or if you choose to our attention later/your return home. If the problem remains unresolved travel are made after the acceptance of your booking and are as such refund fully the monies paid by you. If any of the circumstances amounting in spite of your pointing it out locally to our agents when it occurred, subject to availability. While in most cases we are able to confirm all the to force majeure occurs during a tour we reserve the right to alter the tour please write to us within 28 days of the completion of the holiday. We will arrangements within a few weeks of receiving the order, in some instances programme, as required depending upon the circumstance, without offering investigate the complaint and respond to you within 28 days. In the unlikely changes may be required or some confirmations may have to wait till much any compensation. We may consider a refund for the unutilised portion of event of us not being able to reach an amicable settlement you may refer the later. If we need to make a significant change to the itinerary booked, such the tour if we are able to secure any refunds. We reserve the right to cancel dispute to an arbitrator appointed by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators as change of hotel or mode of transport or omission of a place, it is done your holiday anytime during its operation if you are found to be behaving under a special scheme devised for the travel industry. The scheme provides with your concurrence. It is thus important that you give us your contact in a socially unacceptable manner or indulging in an illegal activity. In such for a simple and inexpensive method of arbitration based on documentation telephone numbers, both for daytime and evenings, so that changes can cases no refund will be offered for the unutilised portion of the holiday and alone with restricted liability of the client in respect of costs. The scheme be communicated, discussed and implemented. For minor variations in the TransIndus will further claim from you the costs of your return to the parent does not apply to claims greater than £5000 per person or £25000 per itinerary we do not make supplementary charges nor do we offer reductions. country. booking form or to claims, which are solely, or mainly in respect of physical If however the cost variation exceeds 2% of the total holiday price, you may injury or illness. The application for arbitration must be made within nine be required to pay the difference, if the costs go up, or become entitled to a 9. Cancellation of a tour by us before departure months of the date of return from the holiday but in special circumstances it refund, if the costs go down. If the very nature of the holiday changes due to We reserve the right to cancel a holiday on offer by us, without assigning may still be offered outside this period. non-availability of significant portion(s) of the tour, such as internal flights, reasons at any time over 60 days before departure date. If such cancellation we will ourselves offer you the option of a departure on an alternate date takes place, we will offer you a comparable alternative or at your option 15. Data Protection Statement or cancellation with full refund. If the availability of a certain portion of the refund all monies paid by you. No compensation is payable for any holiday Please be assured that we have measures in place to protect the personal holiday, or a specific hotel, is critical for you it must be specified in writing cancelled by us 61 days or more before departure. Cancellation takes place booking information held by us against accidental loss and unauthorised use. at the time of booking the holiday. Non-availability of this critical element within 60 days of departure it will be for one of the following reasons: This information will be passed on to the relevant suppliers of your travel will entitle you to a full refund of all monies paid, including the deposit a) Due to non-payment or late payment of the balance amount due. In such arrangements. The information may also be provided to public authorities amount. If, after notification of the non-availability of critical element(s) cases an alternative holiday or refund will not be available and cancellation such as customs or immigration if required by them, or as required by law. of your holiday, you decide to still proceed with the holi-day, you cannot charges will apply. Certain information may also be passed on to security or credit checking subsequently cancel it using this condition. We expect you to be reasonable b) Due to circumstances beyond our control such as cancellation of companies. If you travel outside the European Economic Area, controls on when specifying critical elements, if any. international or domestic scheduled service, technical problems with data protection may not be as strong as the legal requirements in Europe. transportation, civil disorder or the threat of such, riots, strikes, natural If we cannot pass this information to the relevant suppliers, whether in 4. Travel Insurance, Health & Safety disasters, accident or pollution, terrorist activity or the threat of such, the EEA or not, we will be unable to provide your booking. In making this You will need a passport with a minimum validity of six months from the war or the threat of war, etc. In deciding whether it is safe to visit a booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant intended date of return to the UK which must contain at least two blank certain destination or not, we depend on the advice of the British Foreign persons. If we need to give your details to anyone other than those listed pages for the issuance of a visa (additional pages required if visiting more and Commonwealth Office. In such instances we may offer comparable above we will do so only with your consent. We will store and use your than one country). Information on how to obtain a visa, if required, will be alternative arrangements or if you choose, we may make a full refund of all personal data for future marketing purposes such as sending you brochures, sent to you with the confirmation of your booking. Travel documents are monies paid. In the unlikely event of us cancelling a holiday within 60 days digital newsletters, flyers, leaflets or other marketing material. In making a normally sent to you approximately 2 weeks before departure. These include of departure for reasons other than those listed above, we will offer you booking with TransIndus, you consent to us using your personal data for such your international flight tickets (if purchased through us), final itinerary, local a compensation of £15 per person for 42 to 60 days, £20 per person for 28 marketing activities. You can inform us in written or by email at any time contacts at your destination, baggage tags, some useful tips and suggestions to 41 days, £30 for 15 to 27 days and £50 per person for within 14 days of should you not wish to receive any promotional printed or digital material and including on tipping, etc. Vouchers for hotels and internal travel, etc., are departure. we will remove your details from future mailing lists. delivered on arrival at the destination. 10. Alteration or Cancellation by you 16. Jurisdiction 5. Price Guarantee If you wish to alter your programme after the booking has been accepted, an Your holiday contract with TransIndus is made on the terms of these Booking The price of your holiday is fully guaranteed. This guarantee is amendment fee of £25 per set of amendments per person will be charged, Conditions which are governed by English Law and both parties shall submit applicable once we have accepted your booking via a Booking Acceptance in addition to any additional costs due to the alterations, including any to the jurisdiction of English Courts at all times. Letter and is subject to all payments being received by due dates.The price advances already paid to our suppliers. Changing the date of departure will guarantee applies to complete holidays bought from us and does not cover entail a higher charge of £50 per person. Any requests for alteration, once 17. Validity the purchase of individual items such as airline tickets or hotel rooms.Thus if the tour has begun, will be treated sympathetically but we cannot guarantee The prices given in our Group Tours Brochure and on our website are valid a flight is quoted separately, it is not protected against future cost increases their implementation. Any costs incurred in making such alterations, by us or until 30th April 2019, and are subject to the price guarantee mentioned prior to ticketing. Supplements such as club class upgrades or higher grade our agents, will be passed on to you and the unutilised portion of the holiday earlier. All prices accompanying the tailor-made brochures and private rooms in hotels are not covered by this guarantee. It may be noted that will attract 100% cancellation charges. Should you wish to cancel your tour, journeys on the website are ‘from prices’. Please ensure you have a firm price price variations due to increases in fuel surcharges and airport taxes are not you must notify TransIndus in writing stating the reasons for cancellation. In before you book your tailor-made holiday. governed by this guarantee. such cases you may be covered by your insurance policy. Such cancellation will deem to take place only on the date of receipt of your written request 18. Brochure Accuracy 6. Financial Protection and will attract the following cancellation charges: While we have taken great care to ensure the information provided herein is When you book and pay for an ATOL protected air holiday package you will accurate, there may be the occasional error or revisions in advertised prices receive an ATOL Certificate confirming your holiday contract and your Date of receipt of cancellation Cancellation charges or itinerary content. We request you to kindly check the price and tour details protection under our Air Travel Organiser’s Licence number (ATOL) 3429 61 days or more before departure The deposit amount with us at the time of booking. issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). Please ask for it and check 42 - 60 days before departure Deposit+40% of balance to ensure that everything you booked (flights, hotels and other services) is 28 - 41 days before departure Deposit+60% of balance listed on it. You will subsequently be sent a Booking Acceptance Letter from 15 - 27 days before departure Deposit+90% of balance us. In the unlikely event of our insolvency, CAA will protect your holiday 14 days or less before departure 100% of tour price
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If you require a visa for your holiday please speak to our preferred visa service partner The Travel Visa Please let us know where you heard about us Company. As a TransIndus client you will qualify for a preferential rate. Visit www.thetravelvisacompany.co.uk/transindus or call 01270 250 590. Name of TransIndus consultant For preferential rates mention that you are a TransIndus client. Your booking reference number Payment details
Deposit at £ per person Total deposit for booking £ The total holiday price is payable if booking within 8 weeks of departure.
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Name Name Address Relationship Postcode Address Daytime tel Evening tel Postcode Email Daytime tel Evening tel All traveller details as they appear in your passport (including lead traveller) Title First name (s) Surname Date of birth Passport no. Date of issue Date of expiry Nationality
Holiday details
Tour name Departure date Extensions with dates Final date Single Special requests Flight details of return supplement (if arranged independently)
Yes / No
Visas Where did you hear about TransIndus?
If you require a visa for your holiday please speak to our preferred visa service partner The Travel Visa Please let us know where you heard about us Company. As a TransIndus client you will qualify for a preferential rate. Visit www.thetravelvisacompany.co.uk/transindus or call 01270 250 590. Name of TransIndus consultant For preferential rates mention that you are a TransIndus client. Your booking reference number Payment details
Deposit at £ per person Total deposit for booking £ The total holiday price is payable if booking within 8 weeks of departure.
Full payment at £ per person Total payment for booking £ To book by credit or debit card please call us on 020 8566 3739 Agency stamp / details Signature
Date Please return the completed form to TransIndus or your retail agent.
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