Newsletter March 2009

date March 5th 2009 / issue 1

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Latest news
Travel Packages to India
Special offers
Travel Tips
Summer Travel
 

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Routings: DELHI AGRA JAIPUR DEL
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The famous Golden Triangle of India actually covers three most beautiful and captivating cities of the country ­ Delhi (the capital of India), Agra (the city of Taj Mahal) and Jaipur (the land of Rajput kings). It is actually a kaleidoscope that presents the Indian pageantry in its most colorful forms and offers you a dazzling vista of stately and grandiose architectural buildings, forts and palaces with a legendary heritage and a fertile and affluent tradition of art and culture. These cities are undoubtedly, the epitomes of Indian cultural, historical and architectural heritage and have all been the capitals of the princely states at least in the past. The blessed experience of viewing the world-famous monument of Shahjahan's love - Taj Mahal, the imperial, elegant and imposing buildings of Lutyens' New Delhi and the regal splendor of the desert city of Jaipur, will certainly leave an indelible expression in the deepest recesses of your heart.

Each city has its own unique identity made up of a combination of different sights, sounds and experiences. Delhi is as modern as any big cosmopolitan city with a degree of sophistication that comes from being the ruling capital of a nation and modernity that comes from being frequented people of all nationalities and cultures. Agra showcases the opulence of the Mughal Empire while a royal elephant ride and warm welcome in the city Jaipur are not the only reminiscent of to the city’s medieval Rajput culture. This Golden Triangle is one of the hot-picks and has beckoned tourists for long and no city is more than 250 km away from another of the triangle and being popular tourist destinations, all of these cities have good hotels and tourism facilities too. Embark on this Golden Triangle Tours and experience the best of North India in merely a week. The tour will take your to historic and most kaleidoscopic cities of New Delhi, Jaipur and Agra. The package includes stay at hotels, guided tours and entry fees to monuments and buildings.
Day 1 New Delhi
Arrive New Delhi - The Capital of India. Assistance on arrival and transfer to hotel. Special welcome at the hotel. Afternoon proceed on sightseeing of New Delhi - a metropolis with a rich cultural background - visiting the historical landmarks. In the evening, enjoy a theme dinner to set the mood for an exciting tour. Stay overnight at the hotel in Delhi.
Day2 : InNewDelhi
During the morning - sightseeing of Old Delhi. See the Red Fort, Jama Masjid and explore the famous market of Chandni Chowk. Return to your hotel for a theme dinner and overnight stay.
Day3: NewDelhi - Jaipur
In the morning leave by coach for Jaipur - the Pink city, founded in the late 19th century passing through the countryside. On arrival check - in at the hotel. After a buffet lunch, proceed for sightseeing of the Capital city. In the evening you have a choice of theme parties suited to Rajasthan.
Day4: InJaipur
Morning excursion to Amber - the ancient capital of the state until 1728. Ascend the fort on a gaily decorated elephant back. Visit the palace buildings. Afternoon free for shopping around the bazaars where one can choose from precious gems to variety of handicrafts. Yet another evening for a theme Party/Dinner.
Day5 : Jaipur- Agra
In the morning leave by coach for Agra, the city of world famous Taj Mahal. Enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri, the erstwhile capital of the Mughal Empire built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 and abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. On arrival check-in at the hotel. After a buffet lunch, visit the Taj Mahal built by Emperor Shah Jahan Later visit the 16th century Red Fort containing the halls of private in the evening - Mughal theme Banquet. (Taj Mahal is closed on Friday )
Day6 : Agra - Delhi
In the morning after breakfast leave for Delhi enroute visiting Sikandra the Tomb of Akbar. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Afternoon free for last minute shopping. Farewell Banquet or Gala Dinner in the evening Day7 : Leave Delhi
Early morning transfer to the airport to connect flight for onward destination (or back home).
Recommended Hotels and Rates
Luxury Hotels - 5 Star Deluxe - $1500
Deluxe Hotels - 5 Star - $1000
Standard Hotels - 3 & 4 Star - $599
Budget Hotels - 2 Star - $250

WE PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION FROM THE AIRPORT WITH PICKUP for $20 PER PASSENGER. DISTANCE LIMITATIONS EXIST, SO KINDLY CHECK WITH YOUR AGENT
WE ALSO HAVE
DAY TRIPS IN AND AROUND DELHI AND MUMBAI FOR AS LOW AS $50 per passenger

SUCCESS STORY

SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE
Monday dawned in
India
with celebration as word
spread that "Slumdog Millionaire"
had snagged eight
Academy Awards,
including best picture
and best director.
"Slumdog is Top Dog!"
read a television headline.
Slumdog Millionaire was entirely
shot in
India and in a very
vibrant city of
Mumbai.
If you would like to
visit Mumbai please call us.
We have special tour
packages with magneficiant
hotel stay and tours
in and around Mumbai


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TRAVEL TIPS

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A lot of airlines have entered the India market and there has been a price war going on for several months between the airlines to woo the Indian traveller. The best price that you can get for your travel tickets these days is not online but with travel agents. The new airlines in this market are selling cheap to the consumer but also are selling at very competitive rates to the travel agents so that they can push their airline to the passenger. Passengers now have many ways to travel back home or just visit India and Europe in one vacation and the prices are very very afforable. Check with us to plan your entire trip.
Travel is cheap as never before.


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