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| Overview |
Travel across India, taking in the clash of sights, cities and cultures that this colourful country is famous for. Explore holy Buddhist caves at Ajanta, admire the mish-mash of architectural styles in Sanchi and stroll by the river in chilled-out Orchha, all the while meeting friendly locals and indulging in spicy delights. From the Dhobi ghats of Mumbai to manic Old Delhi bazaars, this adventure will create amazing memories to last a lifetime.
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The traveller may be required to pay the tour leader a small "tour kitty" to cover local expenses. This may or may not apply to this tour. Call if you have questions. |
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Starting rate per person based
on two people sharing. Single room rate on request. Please refer to the box to the left for approximate currency
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This tour is billed in Canadian Dollars. |
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Travel across India, taking in the clash of sights, cities and cultures that this colourful country is famous for. Explore holy Buddhist caves at Ajanta, admire the mish-mash of architectural styles in Sanchi and stroll by the river in chilled-out Orchha, all the while meeting friendly locals and indulging in spicy delights. From the Dhobi ghats of Mumbai to manic Old Delhi bazaars, this adventure will create amazing memories to last a lifetime.
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The traveller may be required to pay the tour leader a small "tour kitty" to cover local expenses. This may or may not apply to this tour. Call if you have questions. |
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Discover Buddhist architecture in Sanchi, Relax in chilled Orchha, Be swept up by the bustle of Delhi, Spend the night in an ashram in Ujjain, Stroll along Chowpatty Beach in Mumbai, Marvel at the magnificent Kailasa Temple, Soak up Hindu traditions in spiritual Omkareshwar |
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- Hotel (10 nts), Guesthouse (3 nts), Overnight sleeper train (1 nt)
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- Train, Auto rickshaw, Bus, Jeep, Overnight sleeper train
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Day 1 MumbaiDiscover Mumbai's bustling markets and bazaars. Perhaps check out the Gateway of India or take a stroll along Chowpatty Beach at sunset, sampling delicacies from street stalls along the way. Days 2-3 AurangabadIndia's nearby Ellora Caves are home to the magnificent Kailasa Temple. Carved out of a single rock, it is the largest monolithic structure in the world. Day 4 JalgaonThe caves at Ajanta, en route to Jalgaon, conceal exquisitely detailed rock-hewn chapels and monasteries. Days 5-6 OmkareshwarTake a jeep to Omkareshwar, a holy place of great importance to Hindus. See steep fort walls, ancient palaces and colourful bathing ghats. Days 7-8 ManduGo on an optional bike ride out to the Jahaz Mahal. Built between two lakes, this phenomenal four-storey structure has a deep pool with an ingenious filtration system that looks like a coiled snake. Day 9 UjjainSpend the night in an ashram located on the banks of a river. Hindus from all over the world makes pilgrimages to this sacred location. Day 10 SanchiA melting pot of Buddhist architectural wonders, expect to see fine examples of creative art and sculpture along with temples, monasteries and stupas on an exploration of Sanchi. Days 11-13 OrchhaBursting with temples and palaces, Orchha is a lovely town in which to relax. In free time, take a stroll by the river, visit a local community project or perhaps watch a puja ceremony. Days 14-15 DelhiThe journey comes to a close in vibrant Delhi. There's plenty to see here. Haggle for a souvenir in the bazaars of Old Delhi, marvel at the Qutb Minar, explore India's largest mosque or escape the chaos at the Indira Gandhi Museum.
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| Perhaps travel cannot prevent bigotry, but by demonstrating that all peoples cry, laugh, eat, worry, and die, it can introduce the idea that if we try and understand each other, we may even become friends. - Maya Angelou |
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