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India and Dubai Tour 11 days
$2978.00
Incredible India Nepal tour  

This tour combines the great destinations of Golden Triangle cities of India with Dubai, also known as the golden city of the Middle-East, rich in cultural heritage and grand palaces. Dubai travelStops include Delhi, Jaipur, Taj Mahal, Agra and Dubai. For the culturally and historically minded traveller, this is just what the doctor prescribed at a bargain price.

Day I NEW YORK/DELHI:Welcome aboard jumbo jet flight to Delhi, part of your Dubai tour.

Day 2 DELHI: Upon arrival at International Airport, after immigration and customs clearance, a traditional welcome & transfer to Grand Star Hotel.

Day 3 DELHI: Morning half day city tour of old Delhi Visiting Jama Masjid , Red Fort and Chandni chowk. Afternoon half day tour of New Delhi Visiting

Qutab Minar , Humayun Tomb, India Gate, Parliament street. Evening free for shopping.

Day 4 DELHI/SAMODE – JAIPUR:After breakfast drive to Jaipur, en-route visit Samode, according to the Rajputana Gazetteer of

1879, was a large and flourishing town. The Zamidars (landlords)Delhi Red Fort
of Samode the principal thakurs of the state of Amber were the Nathawat clan from Chomu, a branch of the house of Amber, tracing their relation to the Jaipur Maharaja the fabled Prithviraj Singhji the 17th prince of the house of Kacchwaha Rajputs. Arrive Jaipur and check in at hotel. After lunch visit Jai Singh's Observatory built in the 17th century by the founder of Jaipur who, besides being a prince was also soldier, astronomer and builder. This is an architectural feat, drive past the Hawa Mahal an elaborate building encrusted with delicate honeycomb screens and carved balconiescity palace jaipur from behind which the royal Zanana,
could view the world outside, the City Palace now a museum exhibiting fine Rajput and Mogul paintings, rare manuscripts and an armory. Hotel Hari Mahal Palace. .

Day 5 JAIPUR:Morning after breakfast check out from hotel, visit Amber Fort AMBER - Just 7 miles north of Jaipur is Amber with its a honey-colored fortress-palace in the Aravalli Hills. Enjoy an elephant ride along the fortress ramparts. The sombre exterior belies the richness of the royal apartments which Taj Mahal at sunriseopen on to striking views of the gorge. Walk into the Sheesh Mahal and admire the amazing interior décor thought of over 200 years ago. Spend rest of the day shopping for gems, jewelry and ornate home fashions items that Jaipur is famous for.

Day 6 JAIPUR/AGRA: After breakfast, on your way to Agra you'll stop at Fatehpur-Sikri, the deserted Sandstone City built by King Akbar. This imperial complex of forts, palaces, mosques and temples was short lived and today is a haunting testament to that era. On arrival in Agra, home of the famous Taj Mahal. qutab minarThe 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. Arrive Agra and check in at hotel. Howard Park Plaza Hotel.

Day 7 AGRA/DELHI: 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. Return to hotel for breakfast. After breakfast visit 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. Afternoon continue drive to Delhi and chck into the hotel. Evening free.


Day 8 DELHI/DUBAI:Breakfast at the hotel, time free for shopping and personal activities. Afternoon transfer to airport.
Fly to Dubai, also called the city of gold. Meet and transfer to
Suk bazaar, Dubai Hotel Deira. Dubai is the quintessential home of sand, sun and shopping. A century ago, it was a tranquil town whose coral-and-gypsum huts housed Bedouin traders and pearl divers. Today the merchants have gone international and science-fiction skyscrapers stand alongside the mosques and wind towers of Old Dubai.

Day 9 DUBAI:Half day Dubai City tour
The journey begins at the magnificent Jumeirah mosque and
continues along the Jumeira beach road, which is the most
desert safari Dubailuxurious urban area in Dubai. We pass in front of the Mercato themed shopping mall and stop for photographs at the Burj Al Arab Tower hotel. We continue towards the Nad Al Sheeba camel and horse race tracks, where we can witness camels training. We then head along the skyscraper area of Sheikh Zayed Road, also referred to as little Manhattan, where we pass by the Emirates Towers and Dubai World Trade Center. Then we drive along the Zabeel road, passing by the palace of Sheikh Mohammed, as well as the Sheikh Rashid palace, (No photography). We now head towards the Dubai creek, where we will stop for photographs of the creek side. We pass by the Al Bastakiya's old-wind tower houses, which were built by the wealthy
merchants of the past. Our next stop takes us to the historical
Desert water front Al Fahidi Fort, which has been converted into the Dubai Museum. The Museum is the 200 year-old restored Palace of Sheikh Saeed, which has important records of pearl diving and trading activities that went on. The tour takes us to the Abra station, where we will take an Abra (water ferry) to cross to the opposite side of the creek, as was done in the not so distant past. We then set out on foot as we navigate through the bustling alleys towards the spice and gold souks (markets) as you see insight of Dubai's growth as a major trading center.

water taxi, dubai Day 10 DUBAI:
This tour will take us to the modern air-conditioned malls and souqs in Karama and Al Fahidi streets, where we will see Dubai's eminent position as a shopper's paradise, offering visitors an endless choice to suit every budget. Beach trip is also recommended for a refreshing view of the prestine beach front and the skyline. Dubai has an excellent nightlife scene with a large choice of bars and nightclubs to be enjoyed.

Day 11 DUBAI/NEW YORK:
Night bazaar, Delhi Early this morning transfer to airport for non-stop flight to New York. Return home with fond memories of great trip.
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Departure dates:
2011:Jan 13 27 Feb. 10 24 Mar 10 17, 31 Apr 7 14 21 28 Oct..28 Nov.11 25 Dec.2 30

Tour Cost: $2978.00 per person sharing double Single supplement $1293.00
Tour cost includes:
+Round trip economy coach airfare from New York +Hotels with daily breakfast +Transfers to and from airports to hotels +Baggage handling +Sightseeing tours as per itinerary +Elephant ride tour in Jaipur +local English speaking guide +Services of our tour managers.
Airline departure taxes extra

If you are travelling from a city other than New York, we can arrange your connecting flight at extra cost.

Following are the Extension Options you may add to above tour:
You Can Add
KASHMIR
Optional but recommended Kashmir tour combines novelty accommodations on houseboat, where the accommodations are basic 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 magnificent historical Mogul Gardens.
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You can add Varanasi
Taking holy bath in Ganges Day 1 VARANASI:
Fly to Varanasi, the most sacred Hindu city in India. We'll visit the archaeological ruins of Sarnath where Mahatma Buddha revealed his enlightenment to Nirvana. Hotel Hindustan.

Day 2 VARANASI:
Your day begins with a boat ride on the Ganges River, whose holy waters draw thousands of pilgrims. This remarkable tour shows the cleansing baths and burning cremation-ghats of Hindu Funeral Rituals. Afterwards visit the ancient holy temples, which attracts millions of Hindu pilgrims from across the Indian Sub Continent.

Tour cost:
$483.00 pp. dbl. Occ. Single supplement: $187.00
Tour cost includes:
Airfare from Delhi or Kathmandu, hotel, American breakfast, transfers, sightseeing and Ganges boat tour, English speaking guide and services of our tour managers.


You can add Rathambore Jungle Safari 3 Days
A famous game park and tiger reserve in Rajasthan. From Delhi to Jaipur then by train to Sawai Madhupur, about 6 miles from the game park. Accommodations are at the Royal forest lodge, providing colonial style amenities and services in a cozy atmosphere. Game viewing aboard elephants and jeeps include Bengal Tiger, Leopard, Nilgai and Chetal to name a few. Operation Tiger Project was launched here to preserve the Tiger.



Land cost:
$ 1168.00 per person twin sharing
Single supplement: $ 634.00
Cost includes:
Full board with safari activities, surface transport between Jaipur and Sawai Madhupur and transfers with baggage handling, Guided by wild life specialist. (Oct-May)

You Can Add
Kathmandu Nepal 4 Day Tour

This tour extension may be added on or taken as a side trip at any time.


Day 1 DELHI/KATHMANDU: Shambhunath monastery, Kathmandu, Nepal
Arrival reception and transfer to Hotel Del,Annapurna/Royal Singhi. Time free for stroll around local Kathmandu to acclimatize to altitude at 6,000ft.


Day 2 KATHMANDU:
After breakfast, begin the day with morning tour of Kathmandu city, visiting the Temple of Hanuman, Dhoka Square, The House of the Living Goddess, Royal Palace, the city markets. 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. Evening free.

Day 3 KATHMANDU:
Morning is free with an optional (recommended) flight-seeing tour of Mt. Everest available. Ample time for shopping for antiques and gifts. This afternoon we'll visit Bhaktapur, the city of religious devotees built in the shape of shell, visit the Lion Gate, the Picture Gallery, the Golden Gate and the Palace of Windows.

Day 4 KATHMANDU/DELHI: Fly above Mt. everest
Morning free. Afternoon fly to Delhi, time free for last minute shopping for gifts and prepare for homeward bound departure.


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Departures dates:
Subject to availability.

Tour cost:$ 989.00
Single supplement. $584.00
Tour cost includes:
Round trip economy coach airfare from Delhi, hotel with daily breakfast, transfers to and from airports and pier to hotels, baggage handling, All sight seeing tours as per itinerary, local English speaking guide and services of our tour managers.

   

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