Accommodation

• Accommodation in 3 Star Hotel and Ashram in Rishikesh • Check-in Time : Throughout the trip, we request all our hotels prepare rooms in time as per your arrival time, especially if you are reaching the hotel prior to normal check-in time. (In India, normal check-in is at 14:00 hrs, check-out is at 12:00 hrs). This may not be always possible to manage early check-in for you; in that case you won’t be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, you can store your luggage and explore the new destination. • Pre/Post Accommodation : If you’ve purchased pre-trip or post-trip accommodation (if available), you may be required to change rooms from your trip accommodation for these extra nights. We will try our best to provide you same room for entire stay. Internet : Depending on the areas in which you travel, you may have limited access to the Internet. Hoteliers often charge for the connection (hourly or daily). • The style of accommodation indicated is a guideline. On rare occasions, if the suggested hotels are not available due to high demand, we will book similar alternate hotels for you.

Meals

Daily breakfast at coffee shop or restaurant at the hotel.

Others

Warm Welcome by India Representative Airport / Railway Station. Accommodation including Bed & breakfast. Accommodation in standard category of rooms at all hotels. Complimentary Mineral water bottle during your tour is provided in the car. A safe and comfortable air-conditioned Car with driver, all inclusive. (Fuel for Bus, road and state taxes, toll fees, parking fees, & Driver and driver’s food and lodging). The Car will be with you from your arrival to departure with as many stops to sight see as you want. English speaking Tour Guide in Delhi ,Agra & Jaipur. Enjoy Rickshaw Ride in Heart of Old Delhi Chandni Chowk. Battery Van on one side at UNESCO World Heritage Site, Taj Mahal. Local contacts at our associate offices throughout India. 24X7 local support. All currently applicable taxes for hotels and transport.

Transport

All transfers and sightseeing by an air-conditioned vehicle with an English speaking driver. Drivers of our vehicles are experienced with good knowledge of the road conditions and well trained. The type of vehicles provided are as follows : Passenger Vehicle type • 1 person Air-conditioned medium car such as Tata Indigo or similar • 2-4 persons Air-conditioned large car such as Toyota Innova or similar • 5-10 persons Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar

Guide

• English Speaking Local Guides we aim to support local guides who have specialized and comprehensive knowledge of the regions you visit. We provide English speaking local guides at each destination of your trip, the chosen local guide will strike a great balance between knowledgeable storytelling, humor, and giving you sufficient space and personal time to enjoy the awe-inspiring sites. He will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues. If you were interested in diving deeper into the local culture at a specific site, you can count on your assigned local speaking guide.

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Others

•Any airfare (International or Domestic) •Monument entry fees •Any mandatory Gala Dinner on Christmas and New Year Eve •Any item of personal nature viz. Laundry •Charges, telephone bills, drinks, shopping, etc •Any items that is not mentioned under Inclusions

Flights

Domestic Flight Domestic and International flight tickets have to be booked on your own, once you book your international flight tickets, please share with us your schedule so that we can arrange your smooth pick-up and drop off from airport to hotel on your arrival day and hotel to the airport on the departure day. Passports and Visas : All travelers listed on the Participant Information form must be in possession of a valid passport and all relevant visas. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have valid travel documentation, including but not limited to passports and visas, which meet the requirements of immigration and other Government authorities at every destination. If your itinerary includes travel to any other country besides India, please check on visa requirements for each country that you will visit. Any fines, penalties, payments or expenditures incurred as a result of such documents not meeting the requirements of those authorities will be your sole responsibility.

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Day 1 Day 1: Delhi Arrival
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Delhi Arrival

Arrive Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport in the evening. You will be met at the airport by a India representative who will give you a warm welcome by fresh flower garlands to transfer you to the hotel by a deluxe air-conditioned Car.On arrival check in & free evening for relax. Overnight at hotel.
Day 2 Day 2: Delhi Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Delhi Sightseeing

Morning, after breakfast we leave for a sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi. In Old Delhi we will visit the largest mosque in India called Jama Masjid.The highlight of the tour is an exhilarating bicycle rickshaw ride through the bustling and colourful streets of fabled shopping bazaar, Chandni Chowk (Silver Street).We drive past Red Fort citadel and reach Rajghat, a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi where nearby are located two museums dedicated to him too.In New Delhi we will visit Qutub Minar Tower, an UNESCO World Heritage Site built by Qutb-ud-din Aibak of the Slave Dynasty.The India Gate, a memorial raised in honour of the Indian soldiers martyred during the Afghan war. Additional, we will drive past the grand government buildings the President’s House and Parliament House, all dating back to the time of British Raj. Overnight at hotel.
Day 3 Day 3: Delhi - Jaipur (200 Km -4 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Delhi - Jaipur (200 Km -4 Hours)

Morning, we will travel to the royal city of Jaipur in the state of Rajasthan, also known as ‘The Pink City’ due to the predominant colour of its buildings. On arrival we check in to your hotel.Evening, we will visit the Birla Temple also known as Laxmi Narayan Mandir, covers the vast lands of the city of Jaipur and it is situated just below the renowned Moti Dungri Fort.We will witness an Arti ceremony at Birla Temple. Return and overnight at hotel.
Day 4 Day 4: Jaipur Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Jaipur Sightseeing

After breakfast, in Jaipur we will visit Amber Fort, where you will enjoy an Elephant Ride to the top of the palace.We will visit the Jag Mandir also known as the Victory Hall, where is within the famous Sheesh Mahal, a room with all the four walls and ceiling completely embedded with glittering mirror pieces. Afternoon, continue your journey in the Jaipur city tour.In Maharaja’s City Palace, the former Royal residence, part of it converted into a museum and the other part is still the residence of this royal family.Later we will visit Jantar Mantar - an UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is the largest stone and marble crafted observatory in the world. During the tour we will also have a brief photography stop at the Hawa Mahal - the Palace of Winds. Then, in the evening, we will take some free time to explore the city markets, where you can buy precious stones, silver jewelry, paintings, ceramic tiles or hand-printed textiles.Overnight at hotel.
Day 5 Day 5: Jaipur - Stepwell - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (250Km - 5 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Jaipur - Stepwell - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (250Km - 5 Hours)

After breakfast, we will take you on a leisurely route to Agra, the land of the breathtaking Taj Mahal, where invites us to appreciate the rural Agra.Inroute we will visit Stepwell + Fatehpur Sikri - an UNESCO World Heritage Site which has been described as “the world’s most perfectly preserved ghost town”. Overnight at hotel.
Day 6 Day 6: Agra Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Agra Sightseeing

After enjoying a hearty breakfast at the hotel, we will take you to explore the monumental heritage of the Great Mughals, including the magnificent wealth made of white marble and semi-precious stone Taj Mahal (Closed on Fridays) « undoubtedly the highlight of the tour ».Followed by lunch, we will visit the imposing Agra Fort- an UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is a Mughal powerful fortress of red sandstone. Later we will have some free time to explore the local handicrafts and shopping centers of the city. Overnight at hotel.
Day 7 Day 7: Agra - Haridwar
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Agra - Haridwar

After breakfast, to move towards Haridwar, One of the first towns where Ganga emerges from the mountains to touch the plains. Ghats look breathtakingly beautiful as thousands of diyas (earthen lamps) and flowers illuminate holy waters at the time of Ganga Aarti in the evening - a much awaited ritual.On arrival at Haridwar, we will drive 01 hr to the world capital of Yoga Rishikesh, where are four famous pilgrimage centers called Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri.Once you have arrived, check in to hotel & relax. Evening, meet with your yoga teacher followed by briefing for Yoga & Meditation. Overnight at hotel.
Day 8 Day 8: Rishikesh Yoga Programme
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Rishikesh Yoga Programme

Early morning, you will be transferred to the Yoga centre in Rishikesh for taking the yoga class and relaxation techniques of body & mind.After relaxation you will learn about breathing awareness exercises & stretching exercises. Evening in-house you will have yoga & traditional meditation class with a guest instructor. Late evening, you can visit the Ghats for Arti, dedicated to goddesses Ganga.
Day 9 Day 9: Rishikesh Yoga Programme
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Rishikesh Yoga Programme

Early morning, walk to the centre. This day we will do relaxation, asana, followed up by Yoga Nidra. Later back to hotel.After breakfast, enjoy a tour of Rishikesh visit the Triveni Ghat. Evening, it is performed Aarti of goddess Ganga at Triveni Ghat.Rishikund, is an ancient holy pond located near Raghunath Temple. Shani mandir is also situated at Rishikund.Lakshman Jhula, is an iron suspension bridge across the river Ganges.Geeta Bhawan, is one of the oldest temple complexes situated by the side of Laxman Jhula on the banks of sacred Ganges in Rishikesh. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 Day 10: Rishikesh Yoga Programme
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Rishikesh Yoga Programme

This morning we’ll get training for PRANAVAM (advance breathing) and Dynamic Yoga. Later back to hotel.After breakfast drive up to Vashisht Gufa, where famous saint Vasistha meditated, it is a perfect place for transcendental meditation. Moreover, all the rafting expeditions pass around here and the sandy beaches across the ashram, which are excellent for camping. The atmosphere is very calm and serene along the river.Late afternoon drive back to hotel. In the evening, you will attend to meditation & lecture.Overnight at hotel.
Day 11 Day 11: Rishikesh Yoga Programme
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Rishikesh Yoga Programme

Full Day enjoy PRANAYAM YOGA & Advanced Techniques of Yoga. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 12 Day 12: Rishikesh Yoga Programme
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Rishikesh Yoga Programme

Early morning enjoy a VIPASSANA class. Evening, Curative Yoga & Meditation class. Overnight at hotel.
Day 13 Day 13: Rishikesh - Delhi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Rishikesh - Delhi

After breakfast, drive to Delhi and later transfer to International airport to board in flight for onwards destination.

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Golden Triangle Tour With Yoga & Meditation -13 Days

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Itinerary of your trip Golden Triangle Tour With Yoga & Meditation -13 Days

Day 1: Delhi Arrival

Day 2: Delhi Sightseeing

Day 3: Delhi - Jaipur (200 Km -4 Hours)

Day 4: Jaipur Sightseeing

Day 5: Jaipur - Stepwell - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (250Km - 5 Hours)

Day 6: Agra Sightseeing

Day 7: Agra - Haridwar

Day 8: Rishikesh Yoga Programme

Day 9: Rishikesh Yoga Programme

Day 10: Rishikesh Yoga Programme

Day 11: Rishikesh Yoga Programme

Day 12: Rishikesh Yoga Programme

Day 13: Rishikesh - Delhi

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