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 India Super Fam Tour
Culture, History and Adventure, Exotic Sounds,
Sights, wildlife & Shopping
Departure April 16, 2013
With optional
extension of Nepal
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Get set for an incredible India fam trip
experience, which include camel caravans, elephant rides, gondola ride on the
lakes, Himalayan resorts, historical monuments, wildlife safari and shopping.
Stops include Delhi the majestic capital city built during the British Raj,
Jaipur the pink city of Rajasthan, Agra, home of the world famous Taj Mahal,
Agra Red Fort, center of the 16th. century Mogul Empire. Then it is up over the
mighty Himalayas, jealously guarding the famous vale of Kashmir with its
novelty accommodations on cedar houseboats
tastefully decorated and modern plumbing, where the ambience is homely
and pristine lakes combined make it a great adventure to experience. Your
sightseeing tours will include journey to Himalayan resort of Pahalgam, cruise
by Gondolas in Srinagar lakes and the magnificent historical Mogul Gardens and
visit the Himalayan skiing heaven Gulmarg.
Day 1 NEW YORK /DELHI: 4/16
 Welcome aboard our flight to Delhi, enjoy
onboard hospitality. Indulge yourself with delicious Indian and Continental
cuisine, beginning of a great fam trip.
Day 2 DELHI: 4/17 Fam trip to
India
Arrival in Delhi, your first stop of the India fam tour trip, after a
traditional Indian garland reception transfer to hotel
Park.
Day 3 DELHI/SRINAGAR:4/18
Venice of Asia;Lake cruise
16th. Century Mogul Emperor Jehangir said, "if there is paradise on earth,
it is here, it is here in Kashmir",
Fly to Srinagar, our base-camp for Himalayan wonders.
Arrive srinagar and transfer to the houseboat on a prestine lake. surrounded by
Himalayas. After a traditional welcome tea and biscuits, you will board
small boats which resemble Italian Gondolas with canopies and spring seats to ride around lakes. Float through a network of
canals, passing by small fishing villages and floating vegetable farming,
unique to Kashmr. Dinner at your
houseboat.
Day 4 SRINAGAR/PAHALGAM:
4/19
Himalayan paradise
After
breakfast, we'll depart for a full day tour of Pahalagam, an other premier
mountain resort in Kashmir, with its pointed peaks and green pastures. En-route
stops will include a visit to 11th. Century Temple and Palace of ancient
capital of Kashmir at AWANTI PURA, MATAN
a temple town with ponds of
holly fish which are fed by visitors and worshipers. These holy fish are not
for consumption. As you approach Pahalgam, you are greeted by lush valleys and
rolling meadows cascading streams offering panoramic views. Pahalgam is a base
for variousHimalayan trekking routes for beginners and for experienced trekkers
to many Trans-Himalayan expeditions. Within a close proximity by horseback ride
or walking are the meadow of Baisaran, surrounded by thickly wooded pine.Hajan, on the way to Chandanwari, is
an idyllic spot for a picnic. This evening Return to your cozy houseboat for
dinner..
 Day 5 Dachigam National Park: Wild life, Mogul Gardens and
city tourr: 4/20
: We drive to Dachigam National
Park is located 22 kilometers from Srinagar, It covers an area of 141 sq.
kilometers..The park has been a protected area since 1910, first under the care
of the Maharaja of Kashmir and later under the concerned governments. It was
upgraded and declared a National Park in1981.Located among the high mountains
of the mighty western Himalayas. The variation in altitude is vast, ranging
from 5500 ft to 14000 ft above the sea level and the park is demarcated into an
upper and lower region, which ranges from gently sloping grasslands to sharp rocky cliffs. Among Animal Species, Hangul, Musk
Deer,Leopard, Himalayan Gray Langur,Leopard Cat, Himalayan Bear, Jackal, Hill
Fox, Yellow-throated Marten and in Bird Species, Cinnamon Sparrow, Black
Bulbul, Himalayan Monal, Golden Oriole, Minivet, Pygmy Owlet, Woodpecker,
Babbler, Redstart, Wagtail, Flycatcher, Black-and-Yellow Grosbeak, Himalayan
Griffon, Bearded Vulture. Afterwards, you will visit enchanted Mogul gardens of
Nishat 'garden of bliss' situated on the banks of the Dal Lake, with the
commands a magnificent view of the lake and the snow capped Pir Panjal mountain
range which stands far away to the west of the valley. It was built by Mogul Emperor Jahangir,
who was the father of the builder of Taj Mahal. Afterwards visit Shalimar"
the garden of pleasurebuilt by Emperor Jehangir for his wife Nur Jehan, is a
beautiful garden with sweeping vistas, lakes, and shallow terraces. The garden
has four terraces, rising one above the other. A canal lined with polished
marble and supplied with water from Harwan runs through the middle of the
garden. The fourth terrace, by far the best, was once reserved for royal
ladies. This evening a festive dinner of Kashmir cuisine along with hookah pipe
smoking is the event of the evening. Enjoy this Kashmiri tradition brought here
by its Persian, Turkish and Central Asian ancestors. customes. This evening a
festive dinner of Kashmir cuisine along with hookah pipe smoking is the event
of the evening. Enjoy this Kashmiri tradition brought here by its Persian,
Turkish and Central Asian ancestors.
Day 6
Srinagar/DELHI-AGRA:4/21
Break at
your houseboat. Fly to Delhi and drive to Agra, home of world famous Taj Mahal,
Overnight Hotel Radisson.
Day 7 AGRA/JAIPUR: Taj Mahal & Agra Fort:
4/22
At sunrise visit Taj Mahal, the
most extravagant monument ever built for love. On the death of his beloved wife
Mumtaz
 Mahal, Mogul Emperor Shah Jehan built her this memorial over which
20,000 men labored for 22 years to create a masterpiece in white marble inlaid
with semi precious stones; the art is called pietra dura. This mesmerizing
monument of love will leave you speechless. After breakfast, Agra Fort where
Shah Jehan spent the last years of his life, imprisoned by his son Aurangzeb.
The most impressive part of the Fort are the Dewan-e-Am, Hall of Public
Audience and the Dewan-e-Khas Hall of Private Audience where he received
foreign dignitaries. Afterwards drive to Jaipur. Visit Fatehpur Sikri, an epic
poem in red sandstone, it was built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 and deserted 14
years later due to lack of water. Legend has it that Akbar who was without a
male heir, made a pilgrimage to this spot to visit the saint Sheikh Salim
Chisti The saint predicted the birth of a male heir and in gratitude, after his
son Jehangir was born, he built Fatehpur Sikri to commemorate the birth. The
Diwan-e- Khas, Hall of Private Audiences has a unique interior design. The
Diwan-e-Am or Hall of Public Audience is an open courtyard surrounded by
cloisters and adjoining it is the Pachisi
 courtyard arranged like a gigantic game
board, where the Emperor played chess using slave girls as pawns. Visit Akbara
mosque with famous Victory Gate and Salim Chisti Tomb. Arrive jaipur and check
in at hotel Mansingh Palace.This evening at leisure.
Day 8
JAIPUR: 4/23 Maharaja Tales and palaces
After breakfast,
departure to Amber in the Arravali hills, we'll travel in the Maharajah style
aboard decorated elephants to the Amber Palace. Sightseeing includes sensual
Sheesh Mahal, Marble palace and Vijay Temple, which are marvelous examples of
Rajput architecture. This afternoon free for Stroll around Jaipur bazaars.
Day 9 Jaipur/DELHI:
4/24
Breakfast at your hotel . drive to Delhi.
Sightseeing in Old Delhi takes us through Chandni Chowk, the bustling bazaar,
Jama Masjid, the oldest and largest Mosque in India, Mahatma Gandhi's memorial
and return via Connaught
Circus. Afternoon sightseeing of New Delhi includes Jantar Mantar, Birla
Temple, Qutab Minar Tower, India Gate and Raj Path. Time free for last minute
shopping etc. Evening transfer to airport.
Day 10
DELHI/USA:4/25
Fly to New York and connect with other
cities.
Departure dates
2013:April.16 .. |
FAM tour cost:
Agent $2688.00 Per person sharing
Spouse $285.00extra, plus agent
cost
Single
supplement:$766.00
Your clients may join at extra cost
supplement of $673.00
Departure taxes,
security fees, fuel surcharges all included in
above cost $667.38
Summary of taxes
and fees: 490.00YQ 0.90YR 33.40US 5.50YC 7.00XY 5.00XA 2.50AY
45.40BE 3.65WO 43.23IN 26.30YM 4.50XF |
FAM tour cost
includes:
+Round Trip
Airfares from New York
+Inter India flights
+Hotels In Delhi, Agra, Jaipur with American
breakfast
+ Kashmir houseboat with daily breakfast and
dinners
+Airport transfers
+Sightseeing tours as per daily
program
+Elephant ride tour in Jaipur to Amer
castle
+Gondola cruise of the lakes and floating gardens
+Area specialist English speaking guides
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 Nepal
Extension
Day 1 Jaipur/DELHI:4/24
Breakfast at your hotel. Drive to Delhi.
Sightseeing in Delhi takes us through Chandni Chowk, the bustling bazaar, Jama
Masjid, the oldest and largest Mosque in India, Mahatma Gandhi's memorial and
return via Connaught Circus, Birla Temple, Qutab Minar Tower, India Gate and
Raj Path. Evening at leisure.
Day 2 DELHI/KATHMANDU:
4/25
Morning flight to Kathmandu. Arrival transfer to Hotel Yak N Yeti. Afternoon
tour of Kathmandu city, visiting the Temple of Hanuman, Dhoka Square, The House
of the Living Goddess, Royal Palace, the city bazaars.
Day 3 KATHMANDU/Patan: 4/26
 Breakfast at the hotel. Morning is free with an
optional (recommended, not included) flight-seeing tour of Mt. Everest
available on request. Afternoon tour of Patan, a city of ancient architecture,
fine arts, and renowned for its' silver, copper and bronze work. We'll also
visit the Tibetan Handicrafts Center. Evening at leisure.
Day 3 KATHMANDU/DELHI:
4/27
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning is free for
optional activities. Afternoon flight to Delhi in transit for connection with
homeward bound flight.
Day 4 DELHI/USA: 24/28
Fly to New York and
connect with other cities.
Agent $879.00 Per person
sharing
Spouse
$143.00 extra
Single Supplement $294.00
Your clients may join at extra cost
supplement of $286.00 |
Tour cost includes:
+Airfares from Delhi
+Hotel with daily breakfast
+Airport
transfers
+Sightseeing
tours
+ Local English speaking
guide
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