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Program Cost: $3960 March 9 - 18, 2012 (Dates subject to change)
Join us for a unique and inspirational experience in India, a country with hundreds of languages, diverse cultures, colourful cities, bustling markets and incredibly built temples centuries old.
Many parts of the country host wildlife sanctuaries, lush forests and lakes with mountain ranges in the background. Other areas are desolate deserts spotted with spectacularly painted villages.
The first part of our journey will take us to the northern part of India where we experience Delhi and Taj Mahal to explore the bustling city and incredible temple.
We then move further north to a national wildlife sanctuary edged along the foothills of the Himalayas and explore the diverse species. The adventure continues when we head out on safari, riding elephants, along a trek through forests and across lakes - one of the highlights of this trip.
This program will allow you to experience the diverse nature of northern India, its people and majestic sites.
SAMPLE ITINERARY:
DAY 1: Depart Toronto
DAY 2: Arrive Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. Transfer to hotel Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.
DAY 3: Morning Breakfast. After breakfast we leave for a tour of New Delhi. We will visit Humayun’s Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an outstanding monument in the Indo-Persian style, considered to be the precursor of the Taj Mahal; Raj Ghat, a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi; the India Gate, a memorial raised in honour of Indian soldiers martyred during the Afghan war; and the grand government buildings of the President’s House and Parliament House all dating back to the time of British Raj.
The highlight of the tour is an exhilarating bicycle rickshaw ride through the bustling and colourful streets of the shopping bazaar, Chandni Chowk (Silver Street). Lunch at local restaurant After lunch we drive through the countryside to the home town of Taj Mahal – Agra. Arrival in Agra, stopping enroute for refreshments. Dinner at hotel Overnight stay at hotel in Agra.
DAY 4: Early morning at sunrise (6:00 am) we leave to explore the monumental heritage of the Great Mughals, including the magnificent Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. About 20,000 men laboured for over 17 years to build this memorial to Shah Jahan's beloved wife. It is a wealth of white marble and semi-precious stone built as an expression of his love for his wife.
We return to the hotel to have our breakfast, and then we visit the imposing Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This powerful fortress of red sandstone encompasses, within its 2.5-km-long enclosure walls, the imperial city of the Mughal rulers. Here you will see several palaces, such as the Jahangir Palace and the Khas Mahal, built by Shah Jahan; audience halls, such as the Diwan-i-Khas; and two very beautiful mosques.
Lunch will be held at a local restaurant
After lunch we take a 3.5 hour excursion tour to Fatehpur Sikri - another UNESCO World Heritage Site which has been described as “the world’s most perfectly preserved ghost town”. Built by Akbar in the late 16th century, it was abandoned after only 14 years, and the elegant buildings of this superb walled city remain intact to this day. Dinner at hotel Overnight stay at hotel in Agra.
DAY 5: We will have an early breakfast and then drive to a famous national park, at the foothills of an incredible mountain range, established to ensure the preservation of endangered tigers. You will have a packed Lunch and will stop enroute for breaks as we drive to our destination Dinner will be at a Jungle Lodge Bonfire in the evening Overnight stay at Jungle Lodge
DAY 6: Breakfast After breakfast we go on an exclusive safari on the backs of elephants with a skilled mahout, which is an exciting way to observe wildlife in the region. We will wade through the thick jungle grasses and get close to the park’s inhabitants, including chital, sambar, and monkeys. Lunch will be at our Jungle Lodge After lunch we set out for a Jeep Safari where we ride through the wilderness to explore other areas of the region. Afternoon Jungle Safari Dinner will be at our Jungle Lodge Bonfire in the evening and wild life movie/slide show. Overnight stay at the Jungle Lodge
DAY 7: We will have morning tea/coffee and snacks and then head out for an early morning Canter Safari, giving us the opportunity to see other wildlife and their morning habits. Full Breakfast will be at Jungle lodge after coming back from our Morning Canter Safari. Lunch will be at our Jungle Lodge In the afternoon you have the option to relax, go fishing, river rafting or trekking with guides. Dinner at our Jungle Lodge Bonfire in the evening. Overnight stay at the Jungle Lodge
DAY 8: Breakfast Visit local school to meet students and spend the day teaching students English along with other recreational activities. Dinner at our Jungle Lodge Bonfire in the evening. Overnight stay at the Jungle Lodge
Day 9: Early Breakfast Drive back to Delhi. Lunch will be enroute at a local restaurant. Arrive in Delhi to visit the Bahai’s Temple. This temple is built in the shape of a lotus flower and is the last of seven Major Bahai's temples built around the world. Completed in 1986, it is set in landscaped gardens and is made up of pure white marble. The architect Furiburz Sabha chose the lotus as the symbol common to Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Islam.
Farewell dinner at a restaurant Transfer to the international airport for our flight back to Toronto.
DAY 10: Arrival in Toronto
March Break Program includes: • Round Trip from Toronto Pearson Airport to Delhi • All Airport Transfers • Private Coach Transfers for activities when required • Guided tours, visits and entrance fees as per itinerary • Accommodation in twins or triples • Full Breakfasts, Lunches and Dinners with juice/water daily
March Break Program does not include: Applicable Departure Taxes & Airport Service Fees Optional Comprehensive Travel Insurance (Cancellation & Medical): $175 Or Optional Cancellation Insurance :$125
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