BEST OF INDIA & DUBAI 10 Days (Deluxe Small Group - Guaranteed Departures)

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1 BEST OF INDIA & DUBAI 10 Days (Deluxe Small Group - Guaranteed Departures) Best Tour Operator to India

2 USA- ABU DHABI-DELHI AGRA JAIPUR -DELHI ABU DHABI - DUBAI ABU DHABI-USA GURANTEED DEPARTURE DATES: (Small Groups Max. Guest 22) Per Person GROUP NUMBER DEPART USA DEPART UAE From New York From Chicago From San Francisco Single Supplement BID Jan Jan-16 $ 2095 $ 2195 $ 2195 $ 995 BID Feb Feb-16 $ 2095 $ 2195 $ 2195 $ 995 BID Mar Mar-16 $ 2095 $ 2195 $ 2195 $ 995 BID Mar Apr-16 $ 1995 $ 2095 $ 2095 $ 995 BID Apr Apr-16 $ 1695 $ 1795 $ 1795 $ 895 BID May May-16 $ 1695 $ 1795 $ 1795 $ 895 BID Sep Sep-16 $ 1995 $ 2095 $ 2095 $ 995 BID Oct Oct-16 $ 2095 $ 2195 $ 2195 $ 995 BID Nov Nov-16 $ 2095 $ 2195 $ 2195 $ 995 BID Dec Dec-16 $ 2495 $ 2595 $ 2595 $ 1095 Add on from other US Cities: Washington DC: $150 Seattle: $350 Los Angeles: $150 Dallas: $350 TOUR LODGING INFO: Accommodation will be provided on a twin sharing basis CITIES NIGHTS HOTELS New Delhi 02 Nights Metropolitan Hotel Agra 01 Night Trident / Jaypee Palace Jaipur 02 Nights Trident / Royal Orchid Dubai 02 Nights Novotel Al Barsha Hotel TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES: - 07 nights Accommodation at listed hotels or similar - All transfers / tours and excursions by one AC chauffeur driven vehicle - Daily Breakfast - Special Dinner in Jaipur - Elephant ride at Amber Fort, Jaipur (Subject to the availability of elephants) - Rickshaw Ride in Jaipur - Demonstration of Marble craftsmanship in Agra - Demonstration of Carpet weaving and block printing in Jaipur - Demonstration of Gem-cutting & polishing in Jaipur - Farewell Dinner in Abu Dhabi - One bottle of mineral water will be provided on a daily basis - Sightseeing & Entrance fees as per the itinerary - English speaking Tour Manager

3 - International Flights with Etihad Airways - International Air taxes and fuel surcharges TOUR PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE: - Meals not mentioned as being included - Items of a personal nature - Tips & gratuities - Beverages with meals - Visa fees - International/Domestic Airfare (for land only option) - Optional tours/excursions - Camera or Video Fees if applicable - Travel Insurance - Items not mentioned as being included TOUR ITINERARY: **Land only participants should plan to arrive on day 2 of the itinerary Extra pre nights in Delhi can be booked for an additional USD125/person on a twin sharing basis. DAY 01 Today: USA ABU DHABI Make your way to your gateway airport to board your flight to India. Enjoy in-flight meals and services. Overnight onboard the flight DAY 02 ABU DHABI - DELHI Evening: Welcome to Delhi, India! a monumental city with a vibrant mix of old and new teeming bazaars, stately British boulevards, powerful Mughal palaces and forts, and intricate, ethereal towers, temples and tombs. On arrival at Delhi International Airport you will be met and assisted by our company executive and transferred to your hotel. Accommodation: Overnight in Delhi DAY 03 DELHI AGRA (205 KMS / 5 HRS) Morning: Tour Old and New Delhi visiting Raj Ghat, Mahatma Gandhi s serene and evocative cremation site, India Gate (the War Memorial) and the Presidents House (from the outside), the Baha i Lotus Temple (closed on Mondays) - this distinctive lotus shaped marvel in marble is a symbol of peace, the Qutub Minar a stunning 240-foot minaret, the tallest in the world surrounded by an elaborate complex built in the Indo- Islamic architectural tradition. Afternoon: Drive to Agra. On arrival check in to the hotel Evening: At leisure Accommodation: Overnight in Agra DAY 04 AGRA - JAIPUR

4 Early Morning: Breakfast: Morning: Afternoon: Enjoy the sunrise at the Taj Mahal. Often considered the pinnacle of Mughal art in India, the Taj Mahal was built by Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. When declaring it a world heritage site, UNESCO described it as the jewel of Muslim art in India. There are few words that can describe the magnificence of this monument. Marvel as light and colors transform this stunning monument in the beautiful dawn glow. Return back to the hotel At hotel Enjoy the morning free at leisure or take an Optional tour to Itmad-Ud-Daulah ($25/pp), known as the "Baby Taj", the first Mughal structure totally built from marble. In addition, visit the Sikandra, the sandstone and marble tomb of Akbar which blends Islamic, Hindu, Buddhist, Jain and Christian motifs and styles. Drive to Jaipur en-route visiting Fatehpur Sikri an eerily abandoned capital from the Mughal Empire between 1570 and Akbar built this city to celebrate the birth of his son and future heir to the throne, Emperor Jahangir. While Akbar is believed to have been illiterate, he took great interest in the arts and architecture; Fatehpur Sikri is one of his masterworks. Sadly, it served as capital for little more than a decade, eventually abandoned for lack of accessible water. Dinner: Accommodation: Overnight in Jaipur & Dinner DAY 05 Breakfast: Morning: Afternoon: Authentic Rajasthani cuisine at Local Restaurant JAIPUR At hotel Start with an exhilarating excursion to Amber Fort perched on top of a hill. A royal ride on elephant (subject to availability) up the hill like the Maharajas of past times and visit the Jagmandir (the hall of victory). Perched on a hillside on the outskirts of town, the palace was constructed in the 1590s by Maharaja Man Singh, the commander of Akbar s army, and was largely motivated by the highly defensible location. This is a beautiful and very well preserved structure, built on four levels and surrounded by ruins, which served as the backdrop for the Mira Nair movie Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love. View the grand Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). This magnificent structure was built to allow the royal ladies of the palace to discretely watch the grand processions along the main street, City Palace and impressive Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory built in the early 1700s by Maharaja Jai Sing II, the great warrior-astronomer to which this city owes its name. Also enjoy a rickshaw ride through the old part of the Pink city. Demonstration of gem-cutting & polishing Evening: Accommodation: Overnight in Jaipur DAY 06 JAIPUR - DELHI Morning: At leisure or shopping at local Bazars in Jaipur. Afternoon: Drive back to Delhi. Accommodation: Overnight in Delhi DAY 07 DELHI ABU DHABI (FLIGHT) ABU DHABI DUBAI (120 KMS / 1.5 HRS) Morning: Drive to Delhi airport for your flight to Abu Dhabi. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to Dubai. Afternoon: Take a half-day sightseeing tour of Dubai city. It has been said that Dubai is a city of ages that rises out of the desert and crowns the Gulf Coast with its presence. The city is in constant motion and renewal, offering a unique blend of the old and the new, making it one of the most fascinating destinations in the world. The route takes you first to a magnificent view of Dubai Creek, passing by

5 the heritage area of Bastakiya, with its charming wind towered houses built by wealthy merchants. You will then move on to the 225 year old Al Fahidi Fort, where the Dubai Museum holds precious archives and memories of the city s past, as well as chronicles of its developing stages. Just a few streets on, you will board an Abra, a traditional wooden boat, to cross the Creek for a visit to the Spice Market and the Gold Souk. Where you can find some of the best jewelry in town. Boarding the vehicle again, and you will have the opportunity to stop for a photo shoot next to Jumeirah Mosque an architectural landmark of Dubai, and as finale to our journey, we will pass in front of Burj Al Arab. Evening: Transfer to the hotel for check in. Accommodation: Overnight in Dubai DAY 08 DUBAI Morning: Free day at leisure or book one of the following optional tours. Optional: Dhow Cruise Dinner Dubai Creek: $US per person on SIC basis An authentic and unique Dubai experience with a relaxed evening on board a traditionally decorated wooden dhow as it sails along the Dubai Creek under the moonlight. The major Dubai landmarks shine through the moonlit sky, as the wooden vessel slips silently and smoothly across the creek. Whether you are looking for a romantic cruise for two or more of a family or even group event, this Dinner Cruise can be a wonderful experience for all. And capping off this delightful evening, the traditional buffet dinner is a perfect combination to this journey. Optional: Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner: $US per person on SIC basis The golden and dunes of our desert will enable you to experience the thrill of a life time. Our safari gives you an opportunity to see the sand of Arabia in 4x4 vehicles. As we arrive to the desert, you will stop on the highest sand dune to view the beautiful sunset and to refresh yourself with a mineral water. Continue the drive to our authentic Bedouin campsite right in the heart of the deep desert, where henna design, local dresses, soft drinks, water, tea or coffee are offered. Try to ride a camel and savour the local Hubbly Bubbly (water pipe), available in different flavors. Adding to the atmosphere of the night, an enchanting belly dancer performs a traditional dance to the rhythm of Arabic music. To top it all, a delicious barbecue buffet dinner is served under the stars. Rates include: Land Cruiser Vehicles Dune Bashing 30-mins (approx.) Sun Set Watch Camel Rides Sand Ski Welcome Drinks & Dates Hubbly Bubbly (Shisha Corner) Henna Paint Full Buffet Dinner Including Vegetarian Plates Live Shawerma & BBQ Stations Unlimited Soft Drinks, Coffee & Tea Belly Dance Show Arabic Tannoura Dance Taking Pictures With Traditional Arabic Dresses Accommodation: Overnight in Dubai DAY 09 Breakfast: Morning: DUBAI ABU DHABI At hotel Today you will be transfer to Abu Dhabi.

6 Afternoon: Enjoy a half day Abu Dhabi city tour. Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates and the residence of the Federal National Council. Recognized as one of the world s largest producers of oil, Abu Dhabi, is undergoing a massive diversification of its economy and is investing in many different areas such as commerce, tourism and culture. Your journey begins in Dubai, where you will travel past the world s largest man made port at Jebel Ali, and mega airport Dubai World Central and onward for the less than two hour drive to Abu Dhabi. You will be spellbound by the splendor of the new additions to Abu Dhabi s skyline, as well as the grandiose Grand Mosque, which is one of the largest mosques in the world. The journey continues through the heart of the city where you can see the famous Union Square that houses symbolic themes inspired by the customs of the country. After a short drive along the Corniche, you will arrive to the Heritage Village, specially designed by late HH Sheikh Zayed Ben Sultan al Nahyan, as a reminder of the past for the younger generation. You can browse and buy souvenirs in the Village and you will also have the opportunity to enjoy shopping at the up market Abu Dhabi Marina Mall. Dinner: Farewell dinner at local restaurant in Abu Dhabi. & Dinner DAY 10 Early Morning: ABU DHABI USA You will be transferred back to Abu Dhabi International airport for your onward flight home END OF OUR SERVICES Why Indus Travels for India? We know how to take you off the beaten path, from special access to local festivals and unique experiences to allowing you to get deeper into India. Well over 70% of our clients have travelled with us in the past or have had Indus recommended by friends and family. Repeat business and recommendations are an essential part of our business. When you book with us you are assured of quality arrangements if only for the fact that we simply cannot afford to risk our excellent reputation. Our Travel Consultants possess the most extensive first-hand regional knowledge of any North American based travel company. No other company offers such expertise in the Indian Sub Continent. We are India s Ministry of Tourism 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011 & 2012 recipient of the Best Tour Operator to India from the America s. Indus has been voted among the top 20 Best Adventure Tour Operators in Canada by retail travel agents in Canada. We re in constant contact with our in-country partners while you re traveling. If anything should go wrong with your health, well being or arrangements, we re on it. Our tour directors & guides are among the most knowledgeable, charming and fun people you will meet in India. We worked hard to find them so that you don t have to. We donate a portion of every individual tour payment to our favourite project, Street Children in India. This project helps create an environment conducive to the holistic development of disadvantaged children to enable them to become a part of mainstream society. This is being done in close collaboration with the SALAAM BAALAK TRUST which runs five 24-hour full care shelters for children, one devoted solely to girls. These shelters provide children with security, a sense of

7 home and an opportunity to enjoy their childhood. Their aim is to restore the childhood in children as well as instilling values of independence, decision-making, education, social values and financial independence to become mature, caring and responsible members of their society. If you are also interested in being a sponsor please let us know. TOUR CANCELLATION POLICY: You may cancel your booking at any time prior to commencement of the tour by notifying us in writing, which must be signed by the person that signed the Reservation Form. If you cancel on or before 75 days before the first day of the tour, we will retain your deposit to cover our costs. In addition, if the cancellation notification is received less than 75 days prior to the first day of the tour, additional cancellation charges shall be as follows: Amount of Cancellation Charges: - 100% non refundable CHANGES BY YOU: If you request any changes to your travel arrangements once we have confirmed a booking, all out of pocket charges, including charges imposed by our suppliers, will be payable by you, plus an amendment fee of $ per revision per booking. If after the commencement of your tour you request any changes to your travel arrangements, we will do our best to implement them, but we cannot guarantee that it will be possible. In the event of such change(s) being made, you will be liable for any cancellation charges that may be levied for the previously booked service and for any costs incurred by us and our suppliers in attempting to secure any revised arrangements. Any name changes must be provided to us in writing and are subject to any airline fees or penalties. HOW TO BOOK: If you are happy with the arrangements outlined within this itinerary and would like to book, please forward your completed booking form and the deposit. If you would like to revise the itinerary, feel free to contact us and we can prepare another version which will hopefully match your requirements. The deposit is 50% of the total cost, plus any applicable insurance premiums and can be paid by cheque, bank transfer or credit card. PASSPORTS & VISA FEES: All Passengers are responsible for securing proper documentation prior to joining the tour. Passports are required; in addition travelers are advised to check with local consulates for full details regarding Visa requirements. Please note securing a valid visa for entry is sole responsibility of the traveler.