Tuesday, 12 June 2012

What to Expect On Your Caribbean Vacation


Expect On Your Caribbean Vacation

A Caribbean vacation is one you can not going to forget soon. There are 7000 hotels, motels and resorts in the Caribbean Islands. The Caribbean Sea is located South East of US and Mexico and North of South America. Here, tourists have options to explore white sand beaches, coral reefs and more. There are a number of islands in the Caribbean and each of them more beautiful than the other, and thus, one has to give much thought to what they are going to pick for their vacation.

Expect On Your Caribbean Vacation

There’s a great variation of ecosystem here in the Caribbean- from cactus deserts to rain forests. Vacationers arrive at the islands to appreciate the atmosphere, sandy beaches, turquoise waters and the much sought after warm weather. Tourists can enjoy different sports like golf, deep sea fishing, polo, cricket, auto racing, and soccer etc. Travelling to Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico or the Dominican Republic is also what travelers resort to.

Expect On Your Caribbean Vacation

As tourists want to make the most to enjoy their vacation in this paradise island, the hotels and resorts help them in doing so. There are several all inclusive resorts where one can avail pretty amazing rates and discounts on foods and services and other activities, if it falls within the range of the said hotel. Resorts are like small cities where they provide goods and services to tourists. Some resorts also provide child care facilities.

Expect On Your Caribbean Vacation

The season always changes in the Caribbean islands. The natives divide the season into- holidays, off-season, shoulder season and hurricane seasons. The room rents change in accordance to the seasons so one must gather as much information as one can before checking into a hotel or a resort.  Tropical climate is the highlight of the area with varying rainfall. ‘Wet’ and ‘dry’ are the main seasons – the last six months of the year being wetter.
Author Bio: John Anderson is an ardent outdoor enthusiast who has a special interest in fishing adventure.  He hails from Australia and has travelled almost all the wonderful places in the country and abroad for one of kind experiences. He is also a proficient author of several outdoor articles on travel with a bias towards boating and fishing.
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Monday, 11 June 2012

India Tours -The Golden Chariot luxury train tour

India Tours -The Golden Chariot luxury train tour


The Golden Chariot - luxury train tour 10 days

Itinerary
Our Luxury itineraries below are bare-bone versions & only state the essentials like travel duration, sites you can visit for sightseeing and the route. For more detailed itineraries please request from our website or via call. While all these luxury tours are guided, it also allows you to customize your day to day schedule, change your hotels, add or subtract activities within a city as per your interest or in consultation with us or your guide or as per available time. Our itineraries are made to deliver optimal travel routes and experience.

Day 01 : : Arrive Bangalore
Arrival Bangalore, as per your flight schedule pickup from Bangalore airport and transfer to hotel, day at your rest,  Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 02 : : Bangalore
Morning after breakfast, half day city tour, later proceed for for check-in formalities followed by high tea & brief presentation.Proceed for vist to art gallery,followed by cultural program.Reach Yeshwantpur Railway Station, by 8 pm & be escorted to respective Cabins.Dinner on board & train departs by 9 pm for Chennai.

Day 03 : : Chennai & Mamallapuram
Morning from 9 am to 12 Noon discover the old charms in modern cosmopolitan city of Chennai,driving through beach road & visiting St Thomas Church & Cholamanda Art Village.
Later drive to Mahabalipuram for lunch at beach resort, followed by visit UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sea Shore temples, built more than 1200 years ago.Return to Chennai Railway station by 630 pm & depart

Day 04 : : Auroville & Pondicherry
Morning excursion to Auroville-a modern commune, dedicated to unfification of all religions. Return to train for lunch
Afternoon stroll through beach town of Pondicherry-this former French colony, exudes a Mediterranean aura with French style architecture and boutiques. Proceed for dinner to eco-resort & later return to train & depart.

Day 05 : : Tanjavur
World-famous for Brahadishwara temple, a historical monument dating back to 11th century which now is an UNESCO World Heritage Site. The region also offers unique Tanjavur style paintings and Tanjavur dolls.

Day 06 : : Madurai
The temple city of, Madurai has a rich cultural heritage that goes back to over 2, 500 years. The city is synonymous with the celebrated Meenakshi temple which stands today as one of the country’s greatest architectural landmarks. Close to the temple is situated yet another architectural wonder, the Tirumalai Nayak Mahal, a classic blend of Dravidian, Islamic and European architecture.
After breakfast,visit famed Meenakshi Temple & stroll through the local market.Return to train for lunch.
Late afternoon visit Poompuhar Handicrafts Emporium for optional shopping.proceed to Tirumalai nayak Mahal for sound & light show,followed by dinner & traditional folk performance at The Heritance.Return to train & depart

Day 07 : : Kanyakumari, Trivandrum & Kovalam
Kanyakumari, sun rise point -at the tip of peninsular India, offers a panorama of the confluence of the Bay of Bengal, the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean.
The Kanakakunnu Palace, located in Trivandarum city was built in late 19th century by travoncore royalty.The interiors are decorated with large crystal chandeliers and exquisite pieces of royal furniture. Kovalam, Beach located on Arabian Sea offers a natural cove with shallow waters stretching for hundreds of metres & are ideal for swimming.
Early morning 0545 am to 8 am proceed to Kanyakumari sunrise point & brief city tour.Return to train for breakfast & depart.Lunch also on-board late afternoon visit Trivandarum Palace & evning excursion to Kovallam beach,followed by Gala Dinner & cultural program in Luxury Beach resort

Day 08 : : Kerala Backwaters & Kochi
Morning visit Alleppey is also known as the “Venice of the east”. & more famous as Kerala Backwaters Enjoy boat cruise through its canals, which takes you past scenic islands ensconced with coconut and palm trees. Afternoon visit “Queen of the Arabian sea”, Kochi is a vibrant cosmopolitan city famous for its Jewish Synagogue and the Dutch palace.

Day 09 : : Bangalore
Arrival Bangalore, pick up and transfer to hotel for an overnight stay. Rest of the day at leisure perhaps by the pool of your hotel or for any independent exploration.

Day 10 : : Delhi Departure
Morning at your leisure, later as per your flight schedule transfer to Bangalore airport
to take your flight for your onward journey.

* Note:  The Royal Rajasthan on Wheels train departs on every Sunday from Delhi.



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Saturday, 9 June 2012

India Travel - Cultural Tour

India Travel - Cultural Tour

Cultural Tour 15 days

Itinerary
Our Luxury itineraries below are bare-bone versions & only state the essentials like travel duration, sites you can visit for sightseeing and the route. For more detailed itineraries please request from our website or via call. While all these luxury tours are guided, it also allows you to customize your day to day schedule, change your hotels, add or subtract activities within a city as per your interest or in consultation with us or your guide or as per available time. Our itineraries are made to deliver optimal travel routes and experience.

Day 01 : : Arrive New Delhi
Arrival in Delhi, as per your flight schedule pickup from New Delhi airport and transfer to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 02 : : New Delhi
After breakfast, full day city tour to visit Jama Masjid, Red Fort, India Gate, President House, Humayuns Tomb, Lotus Temple, Qutab Minar. Overnight stay in hotel.

Day 03 : : New Delhi To Agra
Morning transfer from New Delhi to Agra [200 Km, 4 Hrs.], arrive and check in hotel, after some rest visit Taj Mahal, Red Fort, Itmad-ud-daulah, Sikandra, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 04 : :: Agra To Jaipur
After breakfast, transfer from Agra to Jaipur [235 km 5.5 Hrs.], on the route visit Fatehpur Sikri, arrive Jaipur and check in hotel, evening free, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 05 : : Jaipur
After breakfast, Full day city tour, excursion to Amber Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, Albert Hall, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 06 : : Jaipur To Khejarla
After breakfast, transfer from Jaipur to Khejarla [270 Km 5. Hrs.], on the way visit Pushkar temple and lake, later arrive Khejarla and check in hotel, take rest, Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 07 : : Khejarla To Jodhpur
After breakfast, transfer from Pushkar to Jodhpur [85 Km, 1.5 Hrs.], arrive and check in hotel, after some rest, enjoy sightseeing in Jodhpur, visit Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan, Clock Tower & Sadar Market, Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 08 : : Jodhpur To Udaipur
After breakfast, Transfer from Jodhpur to Udaipur [260 Km, 4-5 Hrs.], on the route visit Ranakpur temple, arrive Udaipur and check in hotel, evening free to visit the lakes and Jag Mandir, Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 09 : : Udaipur
After breakfast, Full day city tour to visit City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Pichola Lake, Fateh Sagar, Crystal Gallery, Ghangharu Ghat, etc, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 10 : : Udaipur To New Delhi
Morning at your leisure, later as per your flight schedule transfer to Udaipur airport to take your flight to New Delhi, Arrive Delhi, pick up from airport and transfer to hotel, tak e rest, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 11 : : New Delhi To Khajuraho
After breakfast, as per your flight schedule transfer to New Delhi airport to take your flight to Khajuraho, arrive Khajuraho, pick up from airport and transfer to hotel, after some rest, visit the Khajuraho Temples Western Group (Kandariya Mahadeo, Chaunsat Yogini, Chitragupta Temple, Vishwanath Temple, Lakshamana Temple, Matangeshwara Temple), evening visit the light & sound show of Khajuraho Temple. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 12 : : Khajuraho To Varanasi
After breakfast, as per your flight schedule transfer to Khajuraho airport to take your flight to Varanasi, arrive Varanasi, arrive Varanasi, pick up and transfer to hotel, take some rest, evening visit the  Ganges and Ghats for “Aarti” ceremony. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 13 : : Varanasi
After breakfast, day tour to visit Sarnath, one of the Buddhism’s major centers of India, deer park and Museum, later visit the famous temples of Varanasi, evening free, Overnight stay in hotel.

Day 14 : : Varanasi To New Delhi
After breakfast, as per your flight schedule transfer to Varanasi airport to take your flight to New Delhi, arrive Delhi, pick up from airport and transfer to hotel, take rest, evening free, Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 15 : : New Delhi Departure
After breakfast, as per your flight schedule transfer to New Delhi airport to take your flight for your onward journey.



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Friday, 8 June 2012

Singapore Tourist Attractions and Beautiful Places

Singapore Tourist Attractions

The island nation Singapore has a list of Tourist Attractions value a visit. Main Island is bedecked with small islands that encircle the island. There is an entire e of 60 islands. Each of these islands is different and accept abundant to action to its visitors. Singapore is a thrilling mix of old and new is bedeviled by Asian culture. While every bend of this baby nation reflects the modern, old apple agreeableness has been preserved in the indigenous assortment and architecture. Singapore is dotted with celebrated buildings, museums, islands, abundant close landscapes and agitative parks with affluence to offer, abnormally for accouchement to have. 

Singapore Tourist Attractions

The zoological and botanical garden add to the individuality of 'island. Night Safari, Jurong Bird Park, Sentosa Island, Singapore Zoo is best visited sites, amid abounding others. Butterfly Park & Insect Kingdom, Santosa, is a tourist destination in Singapore. Butterfly Park and Insect Kingdom is a substance of huge array of collywobbles and insects. Visitors can see bags of collywobbles active abreast added than 50 species. The abode is visited by abounding tourists, environmentalists, acceptance and attributes lovers throughout the year. The abode is advised one of the few coldest air of the conservatives in the world. You can see the blooming of a new activity of collywobbles alive pupae home.
Singapore Tourist Attractions and Beautiful Places
China Town in Singapore is a tourist place that is a account of the characteristics of Chinese culture, arts and heritage. Since then, added than 75% of China's citizenry in the country and advance a ample appulse on the Chinese in Singapore. This famous tourist destination in Singapore is additionally accepted as Niu Lo Shui in Chinese and Kreta Ayer in Malay. These two names beggarly "bullock barrow water", which refers to cartage acclimated to carriage water.Carlsberg Sky Belfry is the tallest surveillance tower in Singapore and is additionally accepted for actuality the tallest belfry in Asia after the abutment of observation. 

Singapore Carlsberg Sky Tower

Carlsberg Sky Tower, Sentosa, Singapore is the alone belfry in the burghal area you can bolt a amazing appearance of Singapore. Across-the-board appearance of the burghal of Carlsberg Sky Tower, both day and night too. Fang across-the-board appearance of Singapore, Sentosa and the southern islands of the tallest tower in Asia after the abutment of observation. There are amazing angle from the Carlsberg Sky Tower, which is 131 meters aloft sea akin and acclaim circle about an acclaimed experience. This belfry is about belfry 50 floors, has a bore cavalcade with a bore of 2.5 m to abject of 15 meters.

Thursday, 7 June 2012

Royal Rajasthan on wheels - luxury train tour of India

Royal Rajasthan on wheels - luxury train tour

Royal Rajasthan on wheels - luxury train tour 10 days

Itinerary
All our itineraries below are bare-bone versions. While our Budget tours are meant to be assisted and not guided tours, however, if you wish for a guided tour, you can opt to have a guide in any city for an additional cost of USD 20 per day. As all our trips are flexible, additionally you can add or subtract activities within a city as per your interest or in consultation with us or your guide or as per available time. Our itineraries are made to deliver optimal travel routes and experience.

Day 01 : : Arrive New Delhi
Arrival Delhi, as per your flight schedule pickup from New Delhi airport and transfer to hotel, day at your rest,  Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 02 : : New Delhi – Royal Rajasthan on Wheels
Morning after breakfast, half day city tour of Old and New Delhi. Afternoon transfer to the Railway station to begin the seven night luxurious train journey. Dinner on Board.

Day 03 : : Jodhpur
Morning arrival in Jodhpur, the ‘Blue City’ at the entrance of the Thar Desert. Tour of the city visiting the magnificent Meharangarh fort with palaces and temples, housing a rich collection of palanquins, jewels and armory. Jaswant Thada, a 19th century royal cenotaph, an example architectural brilliance. Return to the train for your onward journey to Udaipur.

Day 04 : : Udaipur / Chittorgarh
Arrive in the morning. After breakfast on board proceed for the city tour of Udaipur, the city interspersed with shimmering lakes, marble palaces and beautiful laid gardens. Visit the City Palace complex, a marvel of marble and granite with ornate windows and craftsmanship in glass. Lunch is followed by a visit to the crystal gallery. Return to the train and depart for Chittorgarh. Visit the Fort that still reverberates with stories of courage, chivalry, valor and sacrifices.

Day 05 : : Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambhor National Park) / Jaipur
Early morning arrival in Sawai Madhopur. Morning wildlife safari at the Ranthambor National Park, a Project Tiger Reserve. The reserve is noted for daylight Tiger sightings. The other fauna includes Panther, Nilgai, Hyena fox, sloth bear, wild boar, marsh crocodile and variety of resident and migratory birds. Continue on to Jaipur, popularly known as the ‘Pink City’. Visit the Amber Fort with huge ramparts and watch towers. Sightseeing of the city visiting Hawa Mahal (The Palace of the Winds), City Palace complex housing centuries-old artifacts and Observatory. In the evening depart for Khajuraho.

Day 06 : : Khajuraho
Arrive in the morning and visit the magnificent rock-cut Chandela temples, the evidences of an architectural geniuses, built between 950 -1050 AD and frequently depicting erotic themes. These temples were discovered by Captain T S Burt in 1838, though only 20 of them have survived. In the evening depart for Varanasi.

Day 07 : : Varanasi
Morning arrival in Varanasi, one of the oldest living cities of the world situated on the banks of the holy Ganges. Also known as Kashi and Banaras, Varanasi has been a symbol of spiritualism, philosophy & mysticism for thousands of years & has produced great saints. Varanasi is the most popular pilgrimage for Hindus & center of music & learning. Sightseeing includes visit to temples, Ghats and a visit to Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his first sermon. Witness the Maha Aarti and in the evening depart for Agra.

Day 08 : : Agra
Morning arrival in Agra. Breakfast on board. Proceed for the city seeing of Agra. Visit the immortal Taj Mahal, a poem in marble, one of the Seven Wonders of the World and Fort with several Palaces and Mosques including the largest pure marble mosque built by Mughal Kings. Agra is famous for handicrafts products such as Inlay work on marvel, leather work, footwear, brass-wear, carpets, Jewelry, Zari & embroidery work. Late in the evening depart for Delhi.

Day 09 : : Delhi
Morning arrival in Delhi. Breakfast on board. Transfer to hotel for an overnight stay. Rest of the day at leisure perhaps by the pool of your hotel or for any independent exploration.

Day 10 : : Delhi Departure
Morning at your leisure, later as per your flight schedule transfer to New Delhi airport
to take your flight for your onward journey.

* Note:  The Royal Rajasthan on Wheels train departs on every Sunday from Delhi.


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Wednesday, 6 June 2012

Visiting the Azores Islands in Portugal

Visiting the Azores Islands in Portugal

The sovereign area of Azores beneath Portuguese access is a accumulation of 9 above islands and 8 islets alleged formigas amid about 930 afar (1500 km) from Lisbon and 2422 afar (3900 km) from the east bank of the United States.An sovereign area of Portugal is authentic as accepting its own government and political and authoritative statutes. Tourism is important to the island and it’s accessible to see why.Lovely wineries, top mountains and admirable flora and fauna all accord to the adorableness and serenity.The altitude of the Azores is delightful, lying in the aforementioned accepted acute breadth as Lisbon. Moderate condensate with little term aberration makes it decidedly adorable as an agronomical center, but alike more important, as a tourist and retirement location.

Azores Islands are located in the Atlantic Ocean
In nature, the Azores Islands are formed of the peak of some of the tallest mountains on earth.They are all of agitable origin, although there is some apricot addition on the island of Santa Maria. The Azores artlessly are aggregate into three geographic areas. The Eastern Accumulation consists of Sao Miguel, Santa Maria and Formigas Islets. The Central Accumulation is Terceira, Graciosa, Sao Jorge, Pico and Faial.The Western Accumulation includes Flores and Corvo. Sao Miguel is the better and best crawling of the islands with over bisected the citizenry of the Azores active here.Its appellation is the Green Island. The appellation comes from the blooming lowlands and the account forests in the hills. Numerous geysers and hot springs add geological and botanical absorption to the island.

The Eastern Group of Sao Miguel and Santa Maria

Santa Maria is the southernmost and aboriginal apparent island of the Azores.It contains the oldest habitations which are spread across the whole island, rather than actuality congregated in one spot. Santa Maria is well famous for its pottery, arts, and crafts. The Formigas Islets are a alternation of small acreage formations lying amid Sao Miguel and Santa Maria.Some are hardly more than ample rocks.There is no plant or animal life in nature occurring on the Formigas.The name formigas means ‘ants’ in Portuguese.The accumulation is attentive by a alarm to abetment in aeronautics about the alarming rocks and shoals.Terceira contains the actual basic of the Azores-the oldest burghal in the Islands-where the celebrated amount is classified as a World Heritage Site.50,000 citizenry call Terceira home,mostly in the western part.The north end of the island is a volcano.

The Central Group of Terceira

Graciosa is a actual small island mostly important for its cereal, wine, fruit and cattle crops. The appellation is White Island, and the name agency ‘enchanting’. The different Sulphur Cavern is clashing annihilation abroad in the world.Sao Jorge is continued and attenuated and is additionally agitable in origin.Its citizenry is about 10,000 bodies in two above districts.  The archetypal crops are fruits, cereals and cattle. Pico Island contains the tallest abundance in the Azores, and in all of Portugal.Ponta do Pico is volcanic.The aftermost above access was in 1963. Pico has a cogent tourism attendance and a arresting wine (Vinho do Pico).The island was accepted for its behemothic industry until 1980.Faial Island is The Blue Island, called for the abounding advance of hydrangeas which blossom in aboriginal summer.This breadth of the Azores is mainly agricultural, while tourism is a rising economic benefit. 










Friday, 1 June 2012

Maharaja express classic - luxury train tour of India

Maharaja express classic - luxury train tour of India

Maharaja express classic - luxury train tour 09 days

Itinerary
Our Luxury itineraries below are bare-bone versions & only state the essentials like travel duration, sites you can visit for sightseeing and the route. For more detailed itineraries please request from our website or via call. While all these luxury tours are guided, it also allows you to customize your day to day schedule, change your hotels, add or subtract activities within a city as per your interest or in consultation with us or your guide or as per available time. Our itineraries are made to deliver optimal travel routes and experience.

Day 01 : : Arrive Delhi
Arrival Delhi, as per your flight schedule pickup from New Delhi airport and transfer to hotel, day at your rest,  Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 02 : : Delhi – Board the Maharaja’s Express Train To Agra
Morning after breakfast, transfer to New Delhi Safdarjung Railway station, where you complete check in formalities as you enjoy a welcome drink and the 6 night epic journey begins. Enjoy a leisurely brunch on board as you journey through the picturesque countryside, arriving into the ‘City of Mughal Splendour’ Agra. Explore the spectacular monuments of the city. Visit the magnificent Agra Fort, an outstanding example of Mughal architecture and the seat and stronghold of the Mughal Empire under successive generations. Shah Jahan, the Taj's creator, was imprisoned by his son and spent last years of his life in the Fort. Proceed to the Taj Khema and enjoy a glass of champagne in the backdrop of the splendid Taj Mahal at sunset. Excellent shopping opportunities in Agra before returning to the comfort of your train. Dinner on board.

Day 03 : : Agra to Gwalior
Early in the morning visit the Taj Mahal at Sunrise. A UNESCO World Heritage, the Taj Mahal is one of the world’s greatest architectural wonders constructed entirely out of white marble with beautiful inlay work and marble screens. Return to the train and enjoy a leisurely breakfast as the train passes through the fascinating Chambal Ravines with deep and narrow gorges. Arrive into the royal city of Gwalior, city where many reigning dynasties have left indelible etchings of their rule on all its palaces, temples and monuments. Continue to the Usha Kiran Palace and experience a Royal traditional welcome. Enter this 120-year-old palace, which has played host to the King of England. After lunch visit the magnificent Gwalior Fort with its exquisite temples and palaces, the most spectacular being the Man Mandir Palace. This palace is a masterpiece of Rajput architecture, embellished with exquisite stone carving and latticework. Visit the opulent Jai Vilas Palace. Admire the stupendous Durbar Hall with its crystal staircase, arched ceiling with stunning gold leaf work supporting two of the world’s largest chandeliers. Dinner will be served in the grand compound of the Jai Vilas Palace before returning to the train.

Day 04 : : Orchha / Khajuraho
Morning after breakfast on board visit Orcha, the bejeweled town of the Bundela Kings. See the impressive temples, palaces and beautiful chhatris (cenotaphs) of Orcha. Return to the train and continue to the temple city of Khajuraho, renowned for its architecture and exquisite sculptures. Built by Chandela Hindu kings between 950 and 1050 AD in a truly inspired burst of creativity, the temples of Khajuraho, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are superb examples of Indo-Aryan architecture. The highly sensual engravings frequently depict erotic themes. Experience the fascinating Son-et-Lumière spectacle before returning to the train. Continue your journey to the Bandhavgarh National Park. Dinner on board.

Day 05 : : Umaria (Bandhavgarh National Park)
This morning after breakfast on board you arrive in Umaria and drive to the Bandhavgarh National Park. With the highest known density of tigers, it was the former hunting grounds of the Maharaja of Rewa. The grasslands and sal forests of Bandhavgarh supports wide variety of animal and bird life including deer, langurs, sloth bears and exotic birds. After lunch at a wildlife resort drive by jeep into the park to spot an elusive tiger. Return to Umaria and board the train. Dinner on board.

Day 06 : : Varanasi
Morning arrival in the holy city of Varanasi, one of the oldest living cities in the world. Varanasi (also known as Kashi or Benaras) has a spiritual legacy of over 3000 years. A place of pilgrimage, this holy city is set on the banks of the sacred river Ganges. Varanasi epitomizes the chaos and colour of India with lively bazaars, exquisite and bright silks, festivals, temples, mosques and palaces. Tour begins with a visit to ancient ruins of Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his first sermon. After lunch, visit the world famous Varanasi Silk Weaving Centre famous for Banarasi silk saris and brocades. Proceed for a scenic cruise on the river Ganges and witness a magical evening aarti ceremony at the ghats (waterside steps) of the holy Ganges. Dinner on board.

Day 07 : : Lucknow
Late morning, after a leisurely breakfast on board, arrive in Lucknow, the City of Nawabs. Explore the dramatic ruins of Imperialistic Lucknow as you visit The Residency, started by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daulla for the British resident in 1800, famous for history of the Mutiny of 1857. Experience the imperialistic splendour and mystical elegance of the Nawabs of Awadh as you visit their architectural wonders like the famous ‘Rumi Darwaza’, and the spectacular Bada Imambara with ornamental gateways, corridors and galleries. Following lunch, the afternoon will be at leisure for you to relax or take an optional tour of the markets teeming with life. This evening experience the traditional hospitality with courtesan music & dance and the culinary delights from the Nawabi kitchens. Return to the train for the last leg of your journey.

Day 08 : : Delhi
Morning arrival in Delhi. Breakfast on board. Transfer to hotel for an overnight stay. Rest of the day at leisure perhaps by the pool of your hotel or for any independent exploration.

Day 09 : : Delhi Departure
Morning at your leisure, later as per your flight schedule transfer to New Delhi airport
to take your flight for your onward journey.


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