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Festival Tour India 15 Day Tour
Pushkar Festival Rajasthan
super luxury inflight service, aboard Air India
As the headline describes, this tour is about festival, culture, history and adventure, that is India. Experience the Pushkar festival that attracts millions from across the world to witness this once-in-a-lifetime festival. This tour also includes stops at Delhi, Jaipur, Ranthanbore Wildlife Sanctuary, Agra, and Varanasi.

Day I NEW YORK/DELHI:
Welcome aboard your flight to Delhi, enjoy the regal hospitality by silk sari clad hostesses. Indulge yourself with delicious Indian and Continental cuisine. Your India tour begins.

Red Fort, Fatehpur, Sikri Day 2 DELHI:
This evening arrive in Delhi, where you'll be received and escorted to Hotel Park/ Hotel HIlton. Welcome to India.

Day 3 DELHI:
Morning tour in Delhi includes, the Presidential-Palace, Parliament House, India Gate, Qutab Minar Tower, Jantar Mantar, the fashionable Connaught Circus. Red Fort, Chandni Chowk, Mahalaxmi Temple and Mahatma Gandhi Samadhi. Evening free.

pushkar Day 4 DELHI/UDAIPUR: After breakfast drive to Udaipur. Journey to Udaipur is thru Indian country side to enjoy the life along the route, the sights are fascinating with passing nomad caravans of camels traders and peacock fields among others. Arrive and check in at Shiva Niwas Palace hotel/Trident Hilton. Udaipur, has two reasons for pride, the first is that it can trace back its recorded history to Bapa Rawal (728 A.D.), where as Jaipur and Jodhpur lag behind by 200 and 483 years respectively. The second is pride in being Hindu and not losing honor to the Muslims. Udaipur has a profusion of Palaces, Lakes, Temples and Cenotaphs. Morning visit City Palace, a majestic architectural marvel towering over the lake on a hill surrounded by crenulated walls, it is a conglomeration of courtyards, pavilions, terraces, corridors and hanging gardens. The main entrance is through the{short description of image} triple arcade gate, Sahelion ki Bari or Garden of the Maids of Honor. This garden is laid with extensive lawns, fountains and shady walking lanes. Drive around Fateh Sagar Lake excavated in the late 17th century by Maharaja Jai Singh and past the Kala Mandir (Puppet Museum) and the Cenotaph of Maharana Pratap Jagdish temple, which is a fine example of Nagari style.

Day 5 UDAIPUR:
Today's sightseeing tout includes Eklingji temple, carved from marble and even today the Maharana of Udaipur who is Diwan of the temple, a mighty resident of ranthanbore, wildlife santuary,indiaNagda where exquisitely carved temples, both Hindu (10th century) and Jain (15th century) are a treat for the eyes, and Nathwara temple, the highly revered temple to Srinathji, a manifestation of Lord Krishna

Day 6 UDAPUR/PUSHKAR:
This morning drive to Pushkar, on arrival transfer to camp for overnight. Pushkar Every November, this quaint little township of Pushkar in Rajasthan, India comes alive with a riot of colors and a frenzied burst of activity. The occasion: PUSHKAR FAIR. Very few, if at all any, fairs in the world can match the liveliness of Pushkar. Most people associate the Pushkar Fair with the world's largest camel fair. But it is much more than that. It is an occasion for villagers from far and near to gather together and enjoy a welcome break from their harsh life of the arid desert. And enjoy they do! In dazzling style and colors. For Hindu pilgrims todesert camp, thar, manvar, rajasthan,india converge for a holy dip in the sacred Pushkar Lake to wash away the sins of a lifetime and pay obeisance at the ONLY Brahma temple in the world. It is an unparalleled and unforgettable experience to capture the vibrancy of the entire state of Rajasthan in one place.


Day 7 Pushkar/Jaipur:
After breakfast explore the Pushkar fare for most of the day to photograph and enjoy the colors and fair activities. This evening departure to Jaipur. On arrival transfer to Hotel Mansingh Palace/Clark's Jaipur.
Magical Taj Mahal
Day 8 JAIPUR:
Morning after breakfast, 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 open on to striking views of the gorge. Walk into the Sheesh Mahal and admire the amazing interior décor thought of over 200 years ago. The Hall of Victory presents a galaxy of decorative art panels of alabaster with fine inlay work After lunch visit Jai Singh's Observatory built in the 17th century by the founder of Jaipur who, A musical welcomebesides 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 balconies 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


Day 9 JAIPUR/RANTHANBORE:
Drive Morning after breakfast departs and drive to Ranthambhore on arrival transfer to Check into Pugmark/Safari Lodge. Late evening game drive. A famous game park and tiger reserve in Rajasthan, 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.

Day 10 RANTHANBORE:
Two game drives morning and late afternoon Visit The Ranthambore Fort, manifests itself in the well-preserved imposing fort, built in 994 AD. Atop a steep high creek 200m above sea level. Old Delhi rickshaw riding, indiaRuined pavilions, walls, chhatris and splendid monuments are interspersed within the majestic fort. Ranthambore National Park, 392 sq km park comprises of dry deciduous forests sprawling over an undulating terrain of the Aravalli and Vindhyan ranges.

Day 11 RANTHANBORE/AGRA:
Morning game drive. After breakfast drive to Agra en-route visit Bharatpur (Keoladeo Ghana sanctuary with largest concentration and variety of bird life in Asia) and visit Fateh Pur 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 thatwelcome to India 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. Arrive Agra and check in at Hotel Clarks/Taj View.

Day 12 AGRA:
After breakfast visit Taj Mahal,ekara singer, rajasthan the most extravagant monument ever built for love. On the death of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, Mogul Emperor Shah Jahan 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. Agra Fort where Shah Jahan 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.

Day 13 AGRA-DELHI/VARANASI:
This morning after breakfast drive back to Delhi on arrival transfer to Airport and fly to the ancient city of Varanasi built on the banks of the sacred River Ganges. Since 6 BC, this city has been a key destination for pilgrims who seek blessing and purification in the river holy waters. A sightseeing tour visits Sarnath, symbolic birthplace of Buddhism, and the National Museum, jaipur palacehome to a priceless sculpture collection dating back to the 3 BC. Attend a special ceremonial dinner this evening amidst hundreds of lighted candles and flower offerings. Hotel Clark's Ganges.

Day 14 VARANASI/DELHI:
Rise early to view the Varanasi sunrise ceremonies on the Ganges. City tour highlights include Bharat Mata Mandir Temple, and the Benaras Hindu University, a center of Sanskrit, art, and cultural studies. A local lecturer provides insight into Hindi life and the spiritual rituals of the Ganges and Varanasi. Fly to Delhi on arrival transfer to Hotel Park/ Hotel HIlton. Evening free for shopping, packing etc. in preparation for journey homeward bound.

Day 15 DELHI/USA:
Depart early morning from Delhi for homeward bound.

Departures dates:
2009 Oct. 26 special festival departure

Tour cost:From JFK/CHI $ 5773.00
Single supplement. $2087.00
Tour cost includes:
Round trip economy coach airfare from New York, Chicago or Los Angeles**, hotels with daily breakfast, and all meals during wildlife safari portion of the tour, transfers to and from airports and train stations to hotels, baggage handling, All sight seeing tours as per itinerary by deluxe coach or chauffeured car, elephant ride tour in Jaipur, boat excursion in Varanasi, jungle permits and wildlife conservation fees, Local English speaking guide and services of our tour managers.

**Add-on applies.
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enjoy business classBusiness Class and First Class Upgrade supplement choices.
For added comfort on your flight to Delhi, we are happy to offer the following upgrade supplement to your tour cost.

Chicago and New York to Delhi and Mumbai to JFK or CHI:
Business Class $2600.00 First Class $4800.00 Round TRIP
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flightseeing tour of Himalayas and EverestNepal Extension Option
Day 1 VARANASI/DELHI/KATHMANDU:
Flight to Kathmandu. Arrival reception and transfer to Yak N Yeti/Hotel Del,Annapurna.

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. Evening free. 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.

Pashupatinath temples, nepal 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:
Morning free. Afternoon fly to Delhi, Hotel Grand/Park Hotel Time free for last minute shopping for gifts and prepare for homeward bound departure.

Pokhaa skyline, nepal
Cost: $1184.00 extra
Single Supplement $554.00
Tour cost includes:
Airfares from Delhi/Varanasi, hotell with daily breakfast, transfers, sightseeing tours.

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