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Tamil Nadu Temple Tour

TAMILNADU TEMPLE TOUR

Duration : 9 Nights / 10 Days

Destinations : CHENNAI – TIRUPATI – MAHABALIPURAM – TIRUVANNAMALAI – TANJORE – MADURAI – RAMESHWARAM – KANYAKUMARI

goa2TAMILNADU – a land of rich Cultural Heritage. Given here are just few of the suggested Tamilnadu – India tour packages. We specialise in making customised itineraries and tour packages to Tamilnadu. Send in your preferences and your estimated cost enable us to provide your dream tour package.
Travel to Tamil Nadu – Eden of tourism delight. The beautiful beaches, the magnificent temples, picturesque wildlife sanctuaries, colourful festivals and a plethora of panoramic sites make Tamil Nadu tourism an enthralling experience. Tamil Nadu is the magnificent land of temples and a paradise for all art-lovers. A blend of ancient and modern world, Tamil Nadu offers you myriad of breathtaking sights. Tour Tamil Nadu and relish its natural beauty. Tamil Nadu shares boundaries with three bedazzling state- Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Kerala.

DAY 01: Arrive Chennai

On arrival, you will be met by our representative and transferred to the hotel. In the afternoon proceed for a half-day sightseeing of Chennai. Visit National Art Gallery, Fort Museum, San Thome Cathedral and drive past Marina Beach.

DAY 02:Chennai / Tirupati / Chennai

Proceed for a day excursion to Tirupati. Visit Lord Venkateswara and Tiruchanoor temple.

DAY 03: Chennai / Mahabalipuram

Drive to Mahabalipuram enroute visit Dakshina Chitra. Check-in to your resort. In the afternoon proceed for sightseeing of Shore temple – a worlds heritage monument, Five Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance, Tiger Cave. Rest of the evening free to relax on the beach.

DAY 04: Mahabalipuram / Tiruvannamalai

Drive to Kancheepuram one of India’s 7 sacred cities. Visit the temples Ekambareeswara, Vaikunta Perumal, Kamatchiamman, Kailasanathar temple.
Later drive to Tiruvannamalai – visit the Arunachaleeswarar temple and the Ashram of Sri Ramana Maharshi who lived here and taught the virtues of philosophy through silence and meditation.

DAY 05: Tiruvannmalai / Pondicherry

Gingee has one of the most beautiful forts in the world built in the 14th century. It consists of three strongly fortified hills in close proximity to each other. There are many monuments, granaries and temples in these hills.
Pondicherry was a French State in India and still retains French feeling. Visit Aurbindo Ashram, the city of dawn, which is 10kms north of Pondicherry. This ashram promotes Aurbindo’s ideas in bringing about a synthesis of Yoga and modern science, so as to unite the spirit and matter. After lunch at hotel, visit Auroville – a unique experiment in international living and in creating a new environment where men and women of all nationalities live together in harmony. In the evening relax on the beach which runs along the city.

DAY 06: Pondicherry / Tanjore

CHIDAMBARAM Visit the Natarja temple with golden gopuram.
GANGAIKONDACHOLAPURAM The rock carvings here are bold with a keen sense of detailing and style. Seen in this rock carving is a huge temple elephant with the valiant guardians of the city. A huge Nandi, a dancing Ganesha and a lion headed well are other attractions.
DARASURAM It is a fine testimony to the skill and craftsmanship of 12th Century Chola architects. It is covered with exquisite sculptures of Lord Siva in all his magnificence. He dazzles the viewer with his myriad poses besides enthralling the wives of sages. The temple front has fine columns interspersed with miniature sculptures.
Tanjore is known for its architecture and Paintings. Visit Big temple, Museum and Bronze gallery.

DAY 07: Madurai

Drive to Madurai enroute visit Trichy Rockfort and Srirangam temple.
In the afternoon visit Madurai Meenakshi Temple, Koodal Azhagar temple, Sound and Light show in the evening at 17th Century Nayak’s palace.

DAY 08: Rameshwaram

After breakfast proceed to Rameshwaram- the most sacred temple town of India is an island hallowed by the epic Ramayana, where Lord Rama is said to have visited before going into battle of Srilanka. Legend has it that Lord Rama sent Hanuman to Mount Kailash to bring a Lingam for worship when he set foot after defeating Ravana. As Hanuman did not return when the auspicious hour was approaching, Sita made a sand Lingam so that worship could be performed in time, which is where the present day Ramanatha Swamy Temple stands close to sea on the eastern side of the island. One of the twelve Jyotirlingam shrines is also well known for its magnificent corridors and the massive sculptured pillars lining them. Lunch at local restaurant. Return to Madurai for dinner.

DAY 09: Madurai / Kanyakumari

After breakfast proceed for Kanyakumari – is the land’s end of India where the water of the Arabian Sea , the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean meet. An important pilgrim centre of India , it is famous for the Amman Temples – a symbol of unity and sanctity – dedicated to the virgin Goddess , Kanya Kumari. To its South – East lies the famous Vivekananda Rock Memorial , a blend of all the architectural styles of India. Kanyakumari is famous for its spectacular sunsets and rises, especially on full moon days. The beach is a beautiful sight with multi-coloured sands.

DAY 10: Trivandrum Departure

Morning witness the sunrise. Later proceed to visit the Musical pillars and huge 18 feet hanuman statue that are proof of the artistic skill of the time. this unique temple is dedicated to Trimurthy ( Brahma, Vishnu and Siva). Two chief attractions are the gigantic Hanuman statue and female Vinayaka (Vinayaki) relief carving.
After a brief sightseeing of Trivandrum board the flight / train to onward destination.

WILDLIFE INDIA TOUR

Wildlife Tour Packages India

Duration : 13 Nights / 14 Days

Destinations : NEW DELHI-JAIPUR-RANTHAMBORE-AGRA-UMRAI-BANDHAVGARH

goa2Rajasthan is the land of royal kingdoms and the powerful rulers here enjoy hunting and exhibit their powers. They possess their own hunting zone. Many of them were reserved as national park. Some of them are Ranthambore, Sartiska, Keoladeo Ghana, and many sanctuaries.
The wildlife sanctuaries in Rajasthan offer some of the best wildlife tours in India and can be explored either by jeep or on elephant back. For adventure lovers, these wildlife sanctuaries of Rajasthan provide the kind of excitement that really makes the adrenaline flow.
The Rajasthan tour packages takes you to explore the majestic wildlife of Ranthambore, India’s one of the largest tiger reserve under Project Tiger. Home to an exotic variety of animals in a 392 sq km area, one can spot sambhar, cheetal, wild boar, leopard, sloth bear, jackal, hyena among others. A wildlife safari in Ranthambore offers the best of flora and fauna of the desert land as well as plain area near the hills.

DAY 01: Arrive Delhi

On arrival at Delhi international airport, our representative will receive you from the airport arrival lounge, after welcome with garland the representative will assist you till your comfortable check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

DAY 02:Delhi – Jaipur (259 Kms)

Morning after breakfast drive to Jaipur. On arrival at Jaipur, check in at pre-booked hotel. Rest of the day free for leisure, or you can visit local market in the evening, overnight stay at hotel.

DAY 03: Jaipur

Morning after breakfast we will take you for an excursion to Amber fort, where one can ascend on Elephant back to reach this massive fort. Later in the afternoon sightseeing tour of Jaipur which includes massive City Palace, Natural Observatory & Palace of Winds. We will also explore the colourful market of Jaipur by the evening. Later transfer to the hotel for overnight stay.

DAY 04: Jaipur – Ranthambore National Park

Morning after breakfast drive to Ranthambore National park, on arrival check in at Wildlife Resort. After lunch we will take for afternoon jeep safari into Ranthambore national park. Overnight stay at wildlife resort.

DAY 05: Ranthambore National Park

Today will enter twice into the National Park on an open jeep to explore the National Park. Overnight stay at wildlife resort.

DAY 06: Ranthambore National Park – Agra (235 Kms)

Morning after breakfast drive to Agra, Is famous as being home to one of the Seven Wonders of the world – the “TAJ MAHAL”. The architectural splendor of the mausoleums, the fort and the palaces is a vivid reminder of the opulence of the legendary Mughal Empire, of which Agra was the capital in the 16th and early 17th centuries. While its significance as a political center ended with the transfer of the capital to Delhi in 1634 by Shah Jahan, its architectural wealth has secured its place on the international map. A pleasant town with a comparatively slow pace, Agra is known for its superb inlay work on the marble and soapstone by craftsmen who are descendants of those who worked under the Mughals. The city is also famous for its carpets, gold thread embroidery and leather shoes. On arrival check in at the hotel. In the afternoon free at leisure overnight at hotel.

DAY 07: Agra – Umaria (By overnight Train)

Visit Taj Mahal at dawn. Then transfer to the railway station time to board train for Umaria. Overnight on board.

DAY 08: Arrive Umaria – Bandhavgarh National Park (35 km)

Upon arrival at umaria railway station our representative will receive you and will transfer you till your hotel check in, at Bandhavgarh National Park. After fresh-n-up & lunch In the afternoon we will go on a jungle safari to the national park to counter’s with its impressive wildlife. Overnight stay in Bandhavgarh.

DAY 09: Bandhavgarh National Park

We will continue on our scheduled Jeep safari to the National Park for wildlife viewing (for the same we will enter twice to the national park). Overnight stay at resort.

DAY 10: Bandhavgarh National Park – Kanha National Park (250 km)

Day 10: Bandhavgarh National Park – Kanha National Park (250 km)
Today after our morning jeep safari to the national park, we will drive to will drive to Kipling’s country, Kanha National Park. En-Route visit to Fossil Park of Ghuguwa. Fossils belonging to 31 genera of 18 plant families have been identified and these fossils represent life as it occurred in this area some 65 million years ago.
Further continue drive to Kanha. On arrival check into the wildlife resort. After lunch we will explore the nearby area by walk. Overnight stay in Kanha.

DAY 11: Kanha National park

Morning & afternoon Jeep safari to the National Park for wildlife viewing. Overnight stay at resort.

DAY 12: Kanha National park

We will continue on our scheduled Jeep safari to the National Park for wildlife viewing. Overnight stay at resort.

DAY 13: Kanha National Park – Nagpur (270 km) – Delhi (By flight)

After enjoying a lavish breakfast, we will drive to Nagpur airport. Upon arrival board the flight for Delhi. Upon arrival at Delhi airport our representative will receive you & transfer you to the hotel. Rest of the time at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.

DAY 14: Delhi – Departure

Morning sightseeing tour of Delhi, including Red fort, Jama Masjid, Qutub minar and Lotus temple. Later transfer to the International airport on time, to board the flight for onward destination.

Golden Triangle Tour

Golden Triangle Tour

Duration : 5 Nights / 6 Days

Destinations : New Delhi – Agra – Jaipur

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The golden triangle tour of northern India is one of the most popular tourist circuits. Ii covers three of the most amazing cities – Delhi the country’s capital, Agra seat of the Mughal rulers and the spectacular Taj Mahal, followed by Jaipur ( Pink City ) in Rajasthan. Three very different cities but a great introduction to India.The Golden Triangle of north India is one of the most popular and well-received tourist circuits of the country. The tour basically covers three of the most vibrant, beautiful and amazing cities of India ¨C Delhi, the country capital over decades, Agra- the seat of power during much of Mughal rule and home to the spectacular Taj Mahal, and Jaipur – the Rajasthani Capital with its traditions of chivalry and valour.

Anyone even slightly acquainted with India would know that she has no one face, no single image. With a full acknowledgement of this reality, the golden triangle tour has been structured in a manner that includes some of her best images and at the same time captures her diversity.

Starting with Delhi, one sees a modern metropolitan that is home to people of different regions, languages, and cultures. Created mainly between the thirteenth and seventeenth centuries, today Delhi is equipped with all the advantages of a modern city, and has the added appeal of having a rich historical and cultural basis that can be seen at every nook and corner in her streets. From the bustling lanes of her old city to the archaic charm of her Lutyens center, to the many monuments that mark the richness of her past, to her shopping arcades and contemporary malls ¨Ceach of these offers a different flavour of the Delhi experience.

From here we move on to Agra where we witness a completely different atmosphere. Agra¡¯s biggest claim to fame is the Taj Mahal that stands as a lasting tribute to love and lovers beyond time. Chosen to be the seat of their power by the mughals, this city began its journey to fame in 1526 with the arrival of the Mughal King Babur. Filled with architectural gems, it also has a rich tradition of handicraft and culture. One of the best things about Agra is that it offers easily accessible and adventurous excursion possibilities like the Bharatpur bird sanctuary, and the Fatehpur Sikri famous for its mystic Sufism.

Then we come to Jaipur. This capital of the state of Rajasthan was actually color washed with pink to create the impression similar to the red standstone of the mughal cities. Like any good tourist spot Jaipur has all the amenities of big city, but its real charm lies only in the inner lanes and streets of her markets. The regal aspect of this desert city is obvious to all who visit her and the atmosphere is infused with the romance, adventure and bravery of an amazingly rich historical tradition. Jaipur is also poplar for its Elephant Festival that is unique to it. Complete with its camels, elephant rides, desert sounds and folk culture, Jaipur is one of the most colourful experiences one can hope to have.
Offering a tour of these 3 completely different but equally riveting cities of India, the Golden Triangle Tour is the best opportunity to imbibe the multifaceted ness and diversity of the sights, sounds, colours, flavours, architecture and all-encompassing beauty of an authentic Indian experience.

DAY 01 ARRIVE DELHI

On arrival at Delhi airport or railway station, our representative will meet you to pick you up and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day is at your leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel in Delhi.

DAY 02: DELHI

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This morning after breakfast first you will visit old Delhi. The Raj Ghat, Red fort & Jama Masjid are important places to visit, you may also visit Chandni Chowk, spice market etc. Later on proceed to visit New Delhi. The Qutub Minar, tallest stone tower in India, imposing India Gate and the Rastrapathi Bhawan, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Lotus Temple and, newly built Akshardham temple are of much significance. By evening return to your hotel for overnight stay.

DAY 03: DELHI-AGRA

This morning after breakfast you will drive to Mughal city Agra and check into your hotel. en route you may also visit Mathura-the birth place of Lord Krishana. This afternoon visit the Agra fort, built by the great Emperor Akbar, and the famous Taj Mahal-the symbol of love, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. You may also visit Dayal Bagh. By evening return to your hotel for overnight stay.

DAY 04: AGRA-JAIPUR

This morning after breakfast you will drive to the Pink City of Jaipur, en route you will visit the Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted red sandstone city built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. On arrival check into your hotel and rest of the day is at leisure. Stay overnight at hotel in Jaipur.

DAY 05: JAIPUR CITY TOUR

goa2Enjoy an elephant ride to the Amber Fort which was built in the 16th century, then from here drive back past the fabulous Hawa Mahal ( Wind Palace ). Later you will visit City Palace and the Jantar Mantar observatory.

DAY 06: JAIPUR TO DELHI

Today you will be transferred back to Delhi airport/railway station for your onward journey.