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Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Mahalya Amavasya Special

GAYA – VARANASI – ALLAHABAD – HARIDWAR – DELHI – AGRA – MATHURA
Starts on September 15th,  12 Days,    Cost : Rs. 6155/-

Day
Station
Arr.
Dep.




15-09-2009
 
  Dep. from Madurai at  
06.30PM
  Dindigul
 07.30PM
07.35PM
  Trichy
11.30PM
11.35PM
16-09-2009
  Vilupuram
05.00AM
05.05AM
  Chennai Egmore
09.00AM
09.30AM
  Nellore
01.30PM
01.35PM
  Vijayawada
05.30PM
06.00PM
17-09-2009
Arrival Kurdaroad at
10.00AM

18-09-2009
Arrival Gaya at
Pinda Pradhanam.
Departure from Gaya at
02.00 PM


09.00PM
19-09-2009
Arrival Varanasi at
Holy bath in the Ganges.
Perform Rituals Visit : Kasi Viswanath Temple, Kasi Visalakshi Temple, Annapoorani Temple
Board train to Allahabad at
07.00AM





10.00PM
20-09-2009
Arrival Allahabad at
Bathe in Triveni Sangam
Board train to Haridwar at
07.00AM




11.00AM
21-09-2009
Arrival Haridwar at
Bathe in the Ganges. Manasa Devi Mandir on their own
Departure to Delhi at
05.00 AM
11.00 PM
22-09-2009
  Arrival Delhi at
  Free day for shopping
08.00AM
Night Stay
23-09-2009
Delhi City Tour : India Gate, Rajghat, Indira Memorial, Lotus Temple, Qutub Minar, Birla Mandir

Night Stay
24-09-2009
Departure from Delhi at
Arrival Mathura
Visit : Krishna Janma Bhoomi Arr. Agra.
Visit : Tajmahal , Agra Fort
Board train to Chennai at

10.30AM
06.00AM



09.30PM
25-09-2009
  On Train

26-09-2009
  Arrival Egmore at
09.00AM

  Arrival Vilupuram at
12.30PM

  Arrival Trichy at
05.00PM

  Arrival Dindigul at
07.00PM

  Arrival Madurai at
09.00PM



Nagore to Hyderabad Train Tour Agency address

11, Club House Road, Annasalai,
Chennai - 600 002.
Phone : 044 - 2846 1131, 2846 1113
Fax      : 044 - 28461195
Cell     : 9790926956 -(D.Nandakumar)
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44/13, Sambanthamoorthy street,
Thangam Bricks Compound,
opp. to West Masi street Iyappa Temple,
Madurai - 625 020.
Phone : 0452 - 4391228
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191, 5th st, Gandhi Nagar,near Hotel Lala, Coimbatore - 12.
Phone : 0422 - 2496667
Fax     : 0422 - 4213969
Cell     : 9345796778
            9790933257-(Karuppaswamy)
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NAGORE -VELANKANNI - PONDICHERY - CHENNAI - DELHI - AGRA - JAIPUR - AURANGABAD - AJANTA - ELLORA - HYDERABAD 16 Days / 15 Nights

Day
Station


Day 01
  Madurai
Day 02
  Trivandrum
 
  Dep. Kollam
  Dep. Kottayam
  Dep. Ernakulam
  Dep. Thrissur
  Dep. Calicut
  Dep. Shoranur
  Dep. Palakad
  Dep. Podanur
Day 03
  Arr. Thanjavur Jn.
  Trip to Nagore & Velankanni and back.
  Board train to Pondicherry
Day 04
  Arr. Pondicherry
  Pondicherry S/Seeing:
  Visit: Auroville, Aurobindo  Ashram, Beach
Day 05
  Dep. from Pondicherry
  Arr. Chengalpat
  Proceed to Mamallapuram
  S/Seeing: VGP Golden Beach
  Drive through Chennai City: Marina Beach.
  Drop Station.   Board train to Delhi
Day 06
  On Train
Day 07
  Arr. Delhi
  Free day for shopping
Day 08
  Delhi City Tour
Day 09
  Board train to Agra. Arrival
  Agra S/Seeing Tajmahal, Agra  Fort.
  Board train to Jaipur
Day 10
  Arr. Jaipur
  Jaipur S/Seeing: City Palace,  Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal
  (By Pass Only) Amer Fort (by  Jeep on your own)
  Board train to Aurangabad
Day 11
  On Train
Day 12
  Arr. Aurangabad
  Trip to Ajanta and back
Day 13
  Trip to Ellora and back
  Board train to Hyderabad
Day 14
  Arr. Hyderabad
  Fresh up in Train (No time for transfers to Hotel or Halls)
  Hyderabad City Tour or  Trip to film City and back
  Board train to Podanur
Day 15
  Arr. Podanur
  Arr. Palakkad
Day 16
  Arr. Shornur
  Arr. Thrissur
  Arr. Ernakulam
  Arr. Kottayam
  Arr. Kollam
  Arr. Trivandrum

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

North India Rail Tour

Duration: 13 Nights / 14 Days
Places Covered: Delhi - Jodhpur - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur - Jaipur - Agra - Delhi


Day 01: Delhi
North India Rail TourDeparture From home country.

Day 02: Arrive Delhi
Transfer to hotel. Overnight Delhi.

Day 03: Delhi - Jodhpur
Morning tour of Old Delhi visiting Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana - the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru, Jama Masjid and drive past Red Fort and Chandni Chowk. Check-out from the hotel at 1200 hrs.

Day 04: Jodhpur
Arrive Jodhpur. Transfer to hotel. Later visit the Mehrangarh Fort, situated on a low sandstone Hill, including Moti-Mahal and Phool Mahal. Overnight Jodhpur.

Day 05: Jodhpur - Jaisalmer
Day free in Jodhpur. Checkout from the hotel at 1200 hrs. Late evening transfer to rail-station for Jaisalmer night train. Night on board.

Day 06: Jaisalmer
Arrive Jaisalmer. Transfer to hotel. Later visit the Fort, bazaars & the old mansions known as "havelis". People still live in these ancient buildings dating from 12th to 15th century. Every house has exquisite carvings and filigreed work. Overnight Jaisalmer.

Day 07: Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
Day free in Jaisalmer. Checkout from the hotel at 1200 hrs. Late evening transfer to rail-station for Jodhpur night train. Night on board. Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur Travel Guide

Day 08: Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur
Morning arrive to Jodhpur and drive to Udaipur visiting Ranakpur Temples enroute. Ranakpur - 98 kms from Udaipur, the Jain Temples built in the 15th century are situated in the lovely valley of the Aravali. Overnight Udaipur.

Day 09: Udaipur
Morning tour of Udaipur. Visit the city palace, Jagdish Temple, drive around Fatehsagar Lake, Sahelion ki bari and Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir. Afternoon free. Overnight Udaipur.

Day 10: Udaipur - Jaipur
Morning free. Checkout at 1200 hrs. Evening transfer to rail-station for Jaipur night train. Night on board.

Day 11: Jaipur
Morning arrive Jaipur. Transfer to hotel. Later visit Amber Fort. Amber Fort was the ancient capital of the State. Visit the Sheesh Mahal or the Hall of Victory glittering with mirrors. Ascend the Fort on Elephant back. Afternoon tour of Jaipur. Jaipur - the capital of Rajasthan was given a colour coat of pink a century ago in honour of a visiting Prince. Built by Maharaja Jai Singh, the notable astronomer, this city is 260 years old. Visit Maharaja's City Palace, the Observatory & Ram Niwas Gardens. Drive past Hawa Mahal & through the pink rose residential & business areas. Overnight Jaipur.

Day 12: Jaipur - Agra
Morning free. Later transfer to rail-station for Agra train. Late evening arrive Agra. Transfer to hotel. Overnight Taj Mahal, Agra Travel GuideAgra.

Day 13: Agra - New Delhi
Morning visit the world famous Taj Mahal built by the Mughal Emperor Shahjehan in 1630 for his Queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. Later visit the Agra Fort containing the Pearl Mosque, the Halls of Public and Private Audience. Also visit the Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daullah built by Empress Noorjehan in memory of her father. Check-out at 1200 hrs. Arrive New Delhi and transfer to hotel.

Day 14: Home
Morning transfer to airport for return flight.

Goa Honeymoon Tour

Places to See : Goa - Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Delhi
Duration : 09 Nights / 10 Days


Day 1 : Arrive Goa
Goa Honeymoon TourTransfer to the airport to connect flight to Goa. Upon arrival, the guests will be met & transferred to the hotel.
Dinner and overnight at hotel .

Day 2 : Goa
Fullday sightseeing our Goa - Visit Old Goa, the most important Cathedrals and churches - namely Se-Cathedral, Church of St. Francis Xavier, St. Catherine's Church, Arch of Vice Roy of Goa. Miramar Beach - This is the only beach close to any city and has a good view of the river Mandovi flowing into the sea. Also visit Dona Paula fishing village which is a small village at the tip of Panaji, the place has a very good viewpoint and a monument at the same place. Overnight at hotel

Day 3 : Goa
Full day at leisure for own activities and to enjoy the facilities of the resort. Dinner & overnight at the hotel

Day 4 : Goa - DelhiGoa Honeymoon Tour
Transfer to the airport for flight to Delhi. Reach Delhi and have lunch.

Day 5 : Delhi
Take a trip down the memory lane of Delhi, with sprawling gardens and stately buildings.

Day 6 : Agra
Visit Agra- The erstwhile capital of glorious Mughal dynasty that offers incomparable monuments Taj Mahal, Red Fort and other prestigious monuments.

Day 7 : Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur
Drive to the 'Pink city' of Rajputs- Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri, which is known as the capital city of Emperor Akbar.

Day 8 : Jaipur
Experience the glory of Amber Fort on an elephant back and later enjoy a sight seeing tour of the city that includes mirror inlayed palaces and courtyards. Goa Honeymoon Tour

Day 9 : Jaipur - Delhi
Drive back to Delhi in the morning and have an overnight stay in the capital, adding up the last touches to your tour of the Golden Triangle.

Day 10: Delhi
Leave Delhi for an onward destination.

South India Rail Tours

Duration - 13 Nights / 14 Days
Places to See - Chennai (Madras) - Madurai - Periyar - Trivandram - Cochin - Bangalore - Mysore


Chennai, Chennai Travel Agents Day 1: Chennai

Arrive Chennai. Transfer to Hotel. Overnight Chennai

Day 2: Chennai
After breakfast, full Day tour of Mahabalipuram & Kanchipuram. Kanchipuram (64 kms from Chennai) is the ancient capital of the Pallavas famous as a city of 1000 Temples and still has 124 shrines. The first temple dedicated to Shiva was built in the 7th and 8th century and has paintings on the walls. Temples of Ekambaswara, Kailasanatha, Sri Kamakshi and Varadarajaswamy are of interest. Kanchipuram is also famous for its silks. The city of Mahabalipuram is famous for the seven pagodas. Here on the seashore is an interesting group of ancient rock hewn temples which are the examples of Dravidian style of Architecture.

Day 3: Chennai

After breakfast, city tour of Chennai. Visit the Museum to see the Art and Bronze Gallery. Drive through the Flower and Fruit market, High court, Fort museum, Marina Beach, Santhome Cathedral and snake park . Check-out at 1200 hrs from the hotel. Late evening transfer to railway-station for overnight journey to Madurai.

Day 4: Madurai
Morning arrive Madurai and transfer to hotel. Afternoon visit the great Meenakshi Temple dedicated to the consort of Lord Shiva. Later, visit the Tirumala Nayak Palace - A gracious building in the Indo saracenic style, famous for the Stucco work on its domes & arches. Also visit the Alagar Hills and Tirupara Kundran Rock temple. Afternoon free. Overnight Madurai.

Day 5: Madurai / Periyar
After breakfast, drive to Periyar National Park. it extends to 777 square kms & forms part of the high mountain ranges, the Western Ghats. Wild life can be seen while cruising on Periyar Lake in a motor boat. Elephants, wild boar, sambar, tiger, leopard, wild dog, langur monkeys, etc. can be seen easily. Overnight Periyar.

Day 6: Periyar / Trivandrum
After breakfast, drive to Trivandrum viewing the scenic beauty enroute. Kerala is lush green and is full of lakes and water. Overnight Trivandrum.

Day 7: Trivandrum
After breakfast, Day free in Trivandrum or optional tours to Cape Comorin (Kanya Kumari - the southern most part of India) or nearby places like Kovalam beach, etc. Overnight Trivandrum.

Day 8: Trivandrum / Cochin
After breakfast, drive to Cochin visiting the Kerala villages enroute.

Day 9: Cochin
Chinese Fishing Net - Cochin, Cochin Tours & Travels After breakfast, city tour of Cochin. One of the finest natural harbours on the Arabian Sea coast, Kochi, earlier known as Cochin, has been a pot of call for foreign traders from early times. Cochin is the natural harbour created by the famed underwater Malabar mud-banks whose quality ensures that the rougher the seas are outside and the calmer waters are within the Harbour. Vasco-de-Gama placed it on the world map. It has a Jewish synagogue, Portuguese churches, mosques and Hindu temples. Watch the Chinese Fishing Nets. Checkout at 1200 hrs. Transfer to railway-station for overnight journey to Bangalore.

Day 10: Bangalore
Morning arrive Bangalore and transfer to hotel followed by breakfast. Afternoon tour of Bangalore city, visit the Lal Bagh with a variety of old trees, fountains, lotus pools, terraces & an assortment of tropical and sub-tropical herbs. Also see the Maharaja's Palace & Government Buildings. Overnight Bangalore.

Day 11: Bangalore / Mysore
Morning arrive Bangalore railway station and drive to Mysore. Arrive and transfer to hotel. Overnight Mysore.

Day 12: Mysore
Morning visit the palace of the Maharaja built in 1911 - 1912. The palace is of harmonious syntheses of the Hindu and saracenic styles of architecture with archways, domes, turrets, colonnades and sculptures which are magnificent. Visit the Art Gallery; drive upto Chamundi hill to see Chamundeshwari Temple and a panoramic view of Mysore. On the way back, see the Nandi Bull. Afternoon free. Overnight Mysore.

Day 13: Mysore / Chennai
After breakfast, morning free. Transfer to rail-station to catch the train for Chennai. Arrive Chennai & transfer to hotel.

Day 14: Chennai / Onward destination
Transfer to airport for onward destination.

Incredible Goa

Covered Destination : Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Udaipur - Goa - Mumbai
Duration : 11 Nights / 12 Days

Day 01 : Abroad - Delhi
Arrive at Delhi International airport. On arrival in Delhi, you will be received by our representative and transferred to your pre-booked Deluxe / Luxury hotel. Overnight will be at hotel.
Delhi is just not a city but it is a book-- a book which narrates the history of India. The city was built and destroyed seven times and has been witness to the various events which has brought India through the history books. Seven times this city went through the pain of being built and rebuilt. Today as the capital of India Delhi is the seat of administration and the monuments which tell the saga of a bygone era stand there. These icons are testimony to the grandeur of past and also an attraction for the tourists. With an area of 1483 sq. Kms, Delhi is all set to acquire full statehood. The charm of Delhi has attracted Emperors, Conquerors and poor in equally. It is correctly said that Delhi is a land of 'Dilwalas' or for people with heart. This phrase acquires a true colour when one goes around the lanes of Delhi.

Day 02 : Delhi
Today after a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, you will be taken to visit Old Delhi - Former centre of Mughal Power Old Delhi offers ancient monuments, narrow streets and bustling bazaars. Drive past the Red Fort, built in 1648 and board the 'rickshaw ride' for a unique experience from the Red Fort, through "Chandni Chowk" or Silver Street, experiencing the sights and sounds of this very busy avenue-heading west from the Fort. Later visit the Jama Masjid, the greatest mosque in India and completed in 1658 by Shah Jahan who also built the Taj Mahal, and the Raj Ghat, the simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.
Today in afternoon you will be taken to visit New Delhi - drive past the stately government buildings of the British Era designed by Lutyens, including the India Gate & the Presidential Palace. Continue onto the beautiful Humayuns tomb of the Mughal era & predecessor of the world famous Taj Mahal. End the tour at the towering minaret of Qutub Minar. Overnight will be at hotel.

Day 03 : Delhi - Agra
Today after a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, you will be driven to Agra. Upon arrival at Agra, check-in at your pre-booked Deluxe / Luxury the hotel. In afternoon, you will visit Red Fort and famous Taj Mahal. Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. Overnight will be at hotel.
Taj Mahal
One of the Seven Wonders of the World, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved consort Mumtaz Mahal. This beautiful mausoleum took 22 years to complete with a work force of 20,000 craftsmen and master builders, who came from all over Asia to join in this great work from Baghdad, Shiraz, Delhi, Samarkand and Turkey. The marble, India s finest; was quarried at Makrana near Jodhpur. Precious and semi precious stones were imported from distant lands : Jasper from Punjab, Jade & Crystal from China, Turquoise from Tibet, Lapis from Afghanistan and Ceylon, Chrysolite from Egypt, Amethyst from Persia, Agate from Yemen, Malachite from Russia, Diamonds from Golconda and Mother of Pearl from the Indian Ocean.

Day 04 : Agra - Jaipur
Today after a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, you will be driven to Jaipur, en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri.
Fatehpur Sikri the deserted, red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace in the 16th century. Also visit the Buland Darwaza the largest gateway in the world.
Thereafter you will continue drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival in Jaipur, check into your pre-booked Deluxe / Luxury hotel. Afternoon will be at leisure. Overnight will be at hotel.

Day 05 : Jaipur
Today after a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, you take tour of the impressive Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. Enjoy a stroll through the colorful bazaar before returning to your hotel.
Overnight will be at hotel.
Jaipur, the vibrant capital of Rajasthan, is popularly known as the ' Pink City ' because of the pink-coloured buildings in its old city. It sits on a dry lake bed in a somewhat arid landscape, surrounded by barren hills surmounted by forts and crenellated walls. This buzzing metropolis is certainly a place of wild contrasts and a feast for the eyes. All through, Jaipur has retained its strong Rajputana flavour tempered by several influences - the mughal being the most prominent. The region's strong cultural heritage is distinctly evident even today. The city is a visitor's delight. From the intricate, delicate looking Hawa Mahal to the graphic forms of the Jantar Mantar - an open air observatory of outsized astronomical instruments, the Badi Chaupar lined with shopsand business establishments on both sides to the majestic fort-palace at Amber; from the colorful fountains of life to the sublime Birla Temple; from the architectural delight of the City Palace to the serene Jal Mahal.

Day 06 : Jaipur - Udaipur
Today in early morning, you will be transferred to airport to board flight for Udaipur. Upon arrival in Udaipur, you will be received by our representative & transferred to your pre-booked Deluxe / Luxury hotel.
Morning tour of Udaipur, one of India's most romantic cities and famed for its lovely palaces and lakes. Begin by visiting the City Palace and wandering through its beautiful rooms and apartments, then continue on to the Garden of Maidens "Sahelion-ki-bari'.
Late afternoon enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Pichola. Overnight will be at hotel.
Udaipur : The city of Lakes, Located in the Aravalli ranges of Rajasthan, the city of Udaipur is situated at a distance of about 405 km from the state capital Jaipur. The City of Dawn, surrounded by the ancient Aravali Mountains and set on the edge of three lakes, is a brilliant kaleidoscope of narrow lanes flanked by bright stalls, gardens, lakes, palaces and temples. The city is famous for its palaces, lake, museums, temples, and gardens and much more.

Day 07 : Udaipur - Mumbai - Goa
Upon arrival in Goa via Mumbai, you will be received by our representative and transferred to your pre-booked Deluxe / Luxury hotel.
Afternoon will be at leisure for your own activities. Overnight will be at the hotel.

Day 08 - 11 : Goa
Day will be free for your own beach activities. Overnight will be at hotel.
Goa : Variously known as "Pearl of the Orient" and a "Tourist Paradise", the state of Goa is located on the western coast of India in the coastal belt known as Konkan.Goa was liberated by the Indian Army from Portuguese colonisation on December 19, 1961 and became an Union Territory along with the enclaves of Daman and Diu. On May 30, 1987 Goa was conferred statehood and became the 25th state of the Indian Republic. All the communities have mutual respect towards one another and their secular outlook has given Goa a long and an unbroken tradition of religious harmony. The warm and tolerant nature of the Goans allows them to celebrate and enjoy the festivals of various religions such as Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali, Christmas, Easter and Id with equal enthusiasm. Besides the natural beauty, the fabulous beaches and sunshine, travelers to Goa love the laid-back, peaceful, warm and friendly nature of the Goan people. After all, more than anywhere else on planet earth, this is a place where people really know how to relax.

Day 12 : Goa - Mumbai
In time you will be transferred to domestic airport to board flight for Mumbai.
OPTIONAL - One-hour boat ride across Mumbai Harbour brings you to the lush green Elephanta Island. Here, visit some of the huge and intricately carved Elephanta Caves that date back to the 8th century. For rows of massive columns cut into solid rock from three magnificent avenues, lead to the outstanding three-headed sculpture representing Brahma the Creator, Vishnu the Preserver and Shiva the Destroyer. Dedicated to Shiva, the beauty and power of these phenomenal sculptures depicting the various manifestations of Shiva is overpowering.
In afternoon, you will take city tour of Bombay - the great port city with its Victorian Gothic buildings from the British Raj Era mingling with the modern. The tour includes Gateway of India overlooking the Harbour, the, the Towers of Silence, Marine Drive and the Dhobi Ghat, the unique and colourful outdoor 'laundry'. Also visit Mani Bhawan, a small museum dedicated to the life and works of Mahatma Gandhi, and the bustling Crawford Market. Late Evening you will be transferred to the International airport for flight to back home.

The tour includes:
a) Accommodation in the prescribed category of hotels on twin sharing basis with breakfast on regular basis.
b) A/c Transport of high standards with soft beverages and mineral water served during drives with compliments.
c) Entrances at all the monuments and services of an excellent personal guide at all the destinations.
d) Assistance upon arrival and departure by our skilled representatives at all destinations.
e) Meals as prescribed.
f) All internal flights and Train (1st A/C).
g) Goa package would include breakfast, food credit vouchers, a boat cruise, 2 half day sight seeing.

The tour excludes:
a) International Flight From Your Country to India and Back.
b) Any tips for the porters, drivers or the tour guides.
c) Any drinks and beverages during the paid meals, if not specified.

Rajasthan Tour with Kerala by Train

Duration: 20 Nights / 21 Days
Destinations: Delhi - Jodhpur - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Jaipur - Agra - Delhi - Cochin - Periyar - Kumarakom - Alleppey - Kovalam - Mumbai


Day Tour 1 : Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi. Transfer to hotel. Overnight Delhi.

Day Tour 2 : Delhi / Jodhpur
After breakfast city tour of New Delhi & Old Delhi covering Birla Temple, India gate, Parliament area, Government buildings, Humayun's Tomb, Qutab Minar, Gandhi memorial, Jama Masjid. Evening transfer to railway-station for overnight train journey to Jodhpur.

Day Tour 3 : Jodhpur

After b/fast, visit the magnificent Meherangarh fort. Afternoon, go out to a Bishnoi village, where you will meet coloful tribal people and witness their village life.
Overnight at hotel.

Day Tour 4 : Jodhpur / Jaisalmer
After breakfast, Day free in Jodhpur. Checkout from the hotel at 1200 hrs. Late evening transfer to railway-station for overnight train journey to Jaisalmer.

Day Tour 5 : Jaisalmer
Morning arrive Jaisalmer. Transfer to hotel. After b/fast, city tour visiting Fort, bazzars & the old mansions known as "havelis". Every house has exquisite carvings and filigreed work and people are still living in these havelis. Afternoon, drive outside the city to see Amar Sagar lake and to Sunset Point for a superb view of the city. Overnight at the hotel.. Overnight Jaisalmer.

Day Tour 6 : Jaisalmer / Jodhpur
After breakfast, Day free in Jaisalmer. Checkout from the hotel at 1200 hrs. Late evening transfer to railway-station for overnight train journey to Jodhpur

Day Tour 7 : Jodhpur / Udaipur
Morning arrive Jodhpur and transfer to a hotel for wash and change in public rooms followed by breakfast and drive to Udaipur visiting Ranakpur Temples enroute. Ranakpur - 98 kms from Udaipur, the Jain Temples has grand structures and beautiful sculpture. There are 1444 pillars in the temple and none of them are similar. Arrive Udaipur and transfer to hotel. Overnight Udaipur.

Day Tour 8 : Udaipur
After breakfast, city tour visiting City Palace, Jagdish Temple, drive around Fatehsagar Lake, Sahelion ki bari (Queen's resort for her friends) and Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir (Folk art museum ). Evening boat ride at Lake Pichola. Overnight Udaipur.

Day Tour 9 : Udaipur / Jaipur
After breakfast, morning free. Checkout at 1200 hrs. Evening transfer to railway-station for overnight train journey to Jaipur

Day Tour 10 : Jaipur
Morning arrive Jaipur. Transfer to hotel. After breakfast, visit The Amber Fort known for its rich culture and heritage also take an elephant ride in Amber Fort. Afternoon city tour covering Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Royal Observatory & Bazaar. Overnight at hotel.

Day Tour 11 : Jaipur / Agra
Morning free. Later transfer to rail-station for Agra train. Late evening arrive Agra. Transfer to hotel. Overnight Agra.

Day Tour 12 : Agra / Delhi
After breakfast, half Day city tour visiting Taj Mahal, Red fort, Itmad-ud-Daula's Tomb. Check-out at 1200 hrs. Evening transfer to railway- station to catch the train for New Delhi. Arrive New Delhi and transfer to airport for return flight.

Day Tour 13: Arrive Cochin: Ex - Delhi or Mumbai
Arrival and transfer to Hotel. Evening Sunset cruise to view Chinese fishing nets and visiting Bolghaty Island. Later view traditional kathakali classical dances. Overnight Cochin.

Day Tour 14: Cochin - Periyar (03 hrs)
Proceed by road to Periyar. Check into Spice Village, set in the heart of the cardamom hills of Kerala. The village lies just outside Periyar Tiger Reserve and a stay here is a perfect way to appreciate the environment. This is a place for anyone who Loves nature to fill your lungs with fresh air, to savour the rich fragrance of cinnamon and cloves or to watch young elephants at the water's edge. Day at leisure to visit nearby coffee plantations, spice gardens with pepper vines or a trek deep into the tropical forest. Overnight at Hotel.

Day Tour 15: Periyar
Tour of Periyar wildlife sanctuary by Boat to see elephants and to view a rich variety of wildlife: Tiger, Elephant, Wild Boar, deer and Monkeys. Overight at Hotel.

Day Tour 16: Periyar - Cochin (03 hrs)
Drive to Cochin. Check into hotel. Later city tour visiting the Dutch Palace and the Jewish Synagogue

Day Tour 17: Cochin - Kumarakom (03 hrs)
Drive to Kumarakom. Check into cottages of the heritage hotel - Coconut Lagoon resort situated on the Backwaters. Overnight at Coconut Lagoon

Day Tour 18: Kumarakom
Day free to explore the backwaters and the lake by quiet motorboats and canoes through water channels or visit the bird Sanctuary on the opposite bank or just relax and enjoy "Pizhichin" a particularly energizing Ayurvedic Oil Massages, which is particularly rejuvenating.

Day Tour 19: Kumarakom - Alleppey - Kovalam
Drive to Allepey, also known as the "Venice of the East" for a 3 hour bakwater cruise upto Kottayam. It gives a uniquely quaint view of the unspoilt village life of Kerala, past lush green paddy fields, coconut and banana groves. From Kottayam,drive to Kovalam (02 hrs). Check into Beach resort. Overnight at Kovalam

Day Tour 20: Kovalam
Full day at leisure at the Beach.

Day Tour 21: Kovalam - Mumbai
Transfer to airport in Trivandrum for outbound flight.

India Tour by Train

Duration: 13 Nights / 14 Days
Destinations: Delhi - Jodhpur - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur - Jaipur - Agra - Delhi


Day 01: Delhi
Departure From home country.

Day 02: Arrive Delhi
Transfer to hotel. Overnight Delhi.

Day 03: Delhi - Jodhpur
Morning tour of Old Delhi visiting Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana - the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru, Jama Masjid and drive past Red Fort and Chandni Chowk. Check-out from the hotel at 1200 hrs.

Day 04: Jodhpur
Arrive Jodhpur. Transfer to hotel. Later visit the Mehrangarh Fort, situated on a low sandstone Hill, including Moti-Mahal and Phool Mahal. Also visit Jaswant Thada, an imposing Marble Memoriam built in 1899 and the museum located in the Umaid Public Gardens. Overnight Jodhpur.

Day 05: Jodhpur - Jaisalmer
Day free in Jodhpur. Checkout from the hotel at 1200 hrs. Late evening transfer to rail-station for Jaisalmer night train. (4810 Express 2330/0600 hrs) Night on board.

Day 06: Jaisalmer
Arrive Jaisalmer. Transfer to hotel. Later visit the Fort, bazaars & the old mansions known as "havelis". People still live in these ancient buildings dating from 12th to 15th century. Every house has exquisite carvings and filigreed work. Overnight Jaisalmer.

Day 07: Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
Day free in Jaisalmer. Checkout from the hotel at 1200 hrs. Late evening transfer to rail-station for Jodhpur night train. (4809 Express 2230/0525 hrs) Night on board.

Day 08: Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur
Morning arrive to Jodhpur and drive to Udaipur visiting Ranakpur Temples enroute. Ranakpur - 98 kms from Udaipur, the Jain Temples built in the 15th century are situated in the lovely valley of the Aravali. Its surrounding is quiet and picturesque. Ranakpur has grand structures and beautiful sculpture. There are 1444 pillars in the temple and none of them are similar. The magic of light & shade is really awe inspiring. Surya Temple and other Jain Temples are side attractions. Overnight Udaipur.

Day 09: Udaipur
Morning tour of Udaipur. Visit the city palace, Jagdish Temple, drive around Fatehsagar Lake, Sahelion ki bari (Queen's resort for her friends) and Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir (Folk art museum). Afternoon free. Overnight Udaipur.

Day 10: Udaipur - Jaipur
Morning free. Checkout at 1200 hrs. Evening transfer to rail-station for Jaipur night train. (Chetak Express 1820/0610 hrs). Night on board.

Day 11: Jaipur
Morning arrive Jaipur. Transfer to hotel. Later visit Amber Fort. Amber Fort was the ancient capital of the State. Visit the Sheesh Mahal or the Hall of Victory glittering with mirrors. Ascend the Fort on Elephant back.Afternoon tour of Jaipur. Jaipur - the capital of Rajasthan was given a colour coat of pink a century ago in honour of a visiting Prince. Built by Maharaja Jai Singh, the notable astronomer, this city is 260 years old. Visit Maharaja's City Palace, the Observatory & Ram Niwas Gardens. Drive past Hawa Mahal & through the pink rose residential & business areas. Overnight Jaipur.

Day 12: Jaipur - Agra
Morning free. Later transfer to rail-station for Agra train. Late evening arrive Agra. Transfer to hotel. Overnight Agra.

Day 13: Agra - New Delhi
Morning visit the world famous Taj Mahal built by the Mughal Emperor Shahjehan in 1630 for his Queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. Later visit the Agra Fort containing the Pearl Mosque, the Halls of Public and Private Audience. Also visit the Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daullah built by Empress Noorjehan in memory of her father. Check-out at 1200 hrs.
Evening transfer to rail-station for Delhi train. (Shatabdi Express 2018/2225 hrs). Arrive New Delhi and transfer to hotel.

Day 14: Home
Morning transfer to airport for return flight.

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Fascinating Taj Mahal with Beaches

Duration: 15 Nights / 16 Days
Destinations: Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Mumbai - Goa - Mumbai - Delhi


Day 01: Arrival at Delhi
Company representatives will receive you on arrival at the DELHI AIRPORT and transfer to your hotel.

Overnight will be at Delhi.

Day 02: Delhi
After breakfast proceed for a day tour of Old & New Delhi.

Overnight will be in Delhi.

Day 03: Delhi - Agra
Breakfast will be at hotel.

Proceed by surface to Agra. Reach and check into the hotel.

Relax in the evening. Overnight will be at Agra.

Day 04: Agra - Jaipur
After breakfast drive to beautiful Pink City - Jaipur.

Overnight will be at Jaipur.

Day 05: Jaipur
After breakfast drive to Amber Palace. Enjoy Elephant Back ascent to the Fort.

Shopping in the evening or relax. Overnight will be at Jaipur.

Day 06: Jaipur - Jodhpur
Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed to Jodhpur. Reach Jodhpur and check into hotel.

Overnight will be at Jodhpur.

Day 07: Jodhpur
Breakfast will be at hotel.

Also visit the JASWANT THADA and JODHPUR CITY.

In the afternoon proceed to see the BISHNOI VILLAGES.

Overnight will be at Jodhpur.

Day 08: Jodhpur - Udaipur
Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed to Udaipur.

Overnight will be at Udaipur.

Day 09: Udaipur
Breakfast will be at hotel.

Relax in the evening. Overnight will be at Udaipur.

Day 10: Udaipur - Mumbai - Goa
Breakfast will be at hotel. Transfer to airport for flight to Mumbai and then connecting flight to Goa.

Reach and transfer to hotel.

Overnight will be in Goa.

Day 11 - 14: Goa
Daily breakfasts will be in the hotel. Relax in the beach. Stay will be at Kenilworth Beach Resort.

Day 15: Goa - Mumbai
Breakfast will be at hotel.

Transfer to airport for flight to Mumbai. Reach and transfer to hotel.

Relax in the afternoon and visit to the markets. Overnight will be in Mumbai.

Day 16: Mumbai - Home
Breakfast will be at hotel.

Proceed for "Elephanta Caves" Tour in the seas. Return to the land for a city tour.

Relax and freshen up.

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Taj Mahal with Erotic Temples

Duration: 12 Nights / 13 Days
Destinations: Delhi - Khajuraho - Agra - Jaipur - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Delhi


Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive at Delhi where you would be met and escorted to the hotel. In the afternoon you will be taken to National Museum where you will see the finest collection of Indian antiquities and artifacts. Tonight you will be hosted a welcome dinner when you will also be familiarized with the tour.

Day 02: Delhi
Delhi with its Old and New parts - each with its specific charm and glory - makes a very interesting city for its sustenance to medieval and modern cultures at the same time and space.

Day 03: Khajuraho
This morning you will take a train to Jhansi. En route to Khajuraho you will visit sleepy medieval town of Orchha which is littered with medieval Bundelkhand buildings bearing fusion of Mughal and Rajput architecture.

Overnight will be at Khajuraho.

Day 04: Agra
Your day starts in the morning when you will be driven to Jhansi railway station for your train to Agra.

You will arrive in Agra in the evening and retire for the day.

Day 05: Agra
Today you will do sightseeing tour of Agra. In the first half of the day you will visit Sikandara and the Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah or the 'Baby Taj'.

Day 06: Jaipur
After a leisurely morning you drive to Jaipur - en route visit Fatehpur Sikri, a perfectly preserved Mughal city built at the height of the empire's splendor. You will arrive in Jaipur in the noon and will be at leisure for the rest of the day.

Day 07: Jaipur
In the morning, you visit the Amber Fort - one of the most fascinating of Indian forts. You will reach the fort majestically atop an elephant; once inside the fort, you visit the Palace of Mirrors, Hall of Public Audience and the beautifully manicured gardens.

Day 08: Jodhpur
Proceed to Jodhpur.

Overnight will be at Jodhpur.

Day 09: Jodhpur
This morning you explore the magnificent Mehrangarh Fort-Museum, one of the largest in India, unsurpassed in beauty and grandeur - and a perfect example of desert variant of Rajput architecture. The tour of the fort will be followed by a visit to the old town where you walk through the market getting a feel of the town.

Day 10: Udaipur
Today, you drive to Udaipur.

You will arrive in Udaipur late in the afternoon. The rest of the day will be at leisure.

Day 11: Udaipur
The day begins with a visit to the City Palace, which is largest in Rajsathan. You will also see lovely medieval Jagdish Temple and Sahelion-Ki-Bari or the "Gardens of the Maids of Honour".

The day will end with a relaxing boat ride on Lake Pichola. From the lake you will get unmatched views of the gardens surrounding the fascinating Lake Palace Hotel and the two islands in the lake.

Day 12: Delhi
Today, you will be escorted to the airport for your flight to Delhi . Arrive Delhi Transfer to Hotel. Rest of the Day Free for own activities. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 13: Delhi
Early Morning After Breakfast Leave for Half Day SightSeeing Visiting Red Fort, India Gate, President House. Transfer to Airport in Time to Connect for your Onward Journey

Monday, September 14, 2009

Goa Beaches Information


Madurai To Tirupathi By Train

Madurai Manmad Express/6733

Route : Madurai Junction - Dindigul Junction - Karur - Erode Junction - Salem Junction - Jolarpettai - Katpadi Juncton - Tirupati

Departs @ 11:45PM on Thursday from Madurai
Arrives @ 11:10AM on Friday at Tirupati

Fare and Seat
Sleeper - Rs 245
AC 3 Tier - Rs 661
AC 2 Tier - Rs 907
AC 1st Class - Rs 1511

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Nagercoil Mumbai Express/6352


Route : Madurai Junction - Dindigul Junction - Tiruchchirapalli Jn - Srirangam - Ariyalur - Vriddhachalam Jn - Villupuram Jn - Tindivanam - Melmaruvattur - Chengalpatu - Kanchipuram - Arakkonam - Tiruttani -Renigunta Juncton - Tirupati

Departs @ 09:50am on Sunday,Thursday from Madurai
Arrives @ 09:40pm on Sunday,Thursday at Tirupati

Fare and Seat
Sleeper - Rs 248
AC 3 Tier - Rs 669
AC 2 Tier - Rs 916

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Lokamanya Tt Express/1044

Route : Madurai Junction - Dindigul Junction - Tiruchchirapalli Jn - Vriddhachalam Jn - Villupuram Jn - Melmaruvattur - Chengalpatu - Kanchipuram - Arakkonam - Renigunta Juncton

Departs @ 6:00pm on Saturday from Madurai
Arrives @ 7:00am on Sunday at Renigunta

Fare and Seat
Sleeper - Rs 245
AC 3 Tier - Rs 661
AC 2 Tier - Rs 907

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Madurai Jammu Express/06317

Route : Madurai Junction - Kodaikanal Road - Dindigul Junction - Tiruchchirapalli Jn - Karur - Erode Junction - Salem Junction - Jolarpettai - Katpadi Juncton - Chittor - Tirupati

Departs @ 7:15pm on Friday from Madurai
Arrives @ 9:08am on Saturday at Tirupati

Fare and Seat
Sleeper - Rs 271
AC 2 Tier - Rs 1006

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Madurai Jammu Express/06687

Route : Madurai Junction - Kodaikanal Road - Dindigul Junction - Tiruchchirapalli Jn - Karur - Erode Junction - Salem Junction - Jolarpettai - Katpadi Juncton - Chittor - Tirupati

Departs @ 7:15pm on Monday from Madurai
Arrives @ 9:08am on Tuesday at Tirupati

Fare and Seat
Sleeper - Rs 271
AC 2 Tier - Rs 1024