Ultimate India

21 Days/20 Nights

from $6,275pp* twin share

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Ultimate India

India Travel Specialists – Ultimate India
21 Days / 20 Nights
From $6,275 per person*
Twin Share

As the name suggests – this is truly the “ultimate” experience, offering you the best of the Indian subcontinent with all its diversity. Vibrant Indian cultures, breathtaking scenery, ancient historic ruins and living treasures, amazing wildlife, a huge variety of people and a choice of food and flavours make this one of the most rewarding holidays on offer. The accommodation, with a choice of superior and luxury hotels has been carefully selected for this tour.

Note: *Prices subject to change. Terms and conditions apply.

An Electronic Visa is required for entry into India. Please visit CIBT Visas for more information or contact your travel agent for further details.

 

DAY 1: ARRIVE DELHI

On arrival at Delhi airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Three nights at your HOTEL in Delhi.

DAY 2: DELHI

After breakfast, tour Old Delhi visiting the Red Fort and Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India. Afterwards, enjoy a rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk. (B)

DAY 3: DELHI

After breakfast, you will be taken on a tour of New Delhi, visiting Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, Raj Ghat, Connaught Place and the local markets. (B)

DAY 4: DELHI – VARANASI

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight to Varanasi. In the evening you will be taken to the banks of the River Ganges to witness the ‘Ganga Aarti’ ceremony that is performed with lighted lamps by Hindu priests every evening at sunset. Two nights at your HOTEL in Varanasi. (B)

DAY 5: VARANASI

Early this morning enjoy a boat ride on the sacred river Ganges to see the cremation ghats and witness the living traditions of one of the World’s largest religions. In the afternoon you will be taken on an excursion to Sarnath, the place where Buddha preached his first sermon on attaining Nirvana. (B)

DAY 6: VARANASI – AGRA

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight from Varanasi to Agra. Two nights at your HOTEL in Agra. (B)

DAY 7: AGRA

Today you will be taken on a sunrise tour of the Taj Mahal. After your tour you will be taken back to your hotel for breakfast. Afterwards, you will visit the Agra Fort, tomb of Itimad and a marble inlay factory. (B)

DAY 8: AGRA – JAIPUR

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Jaipur, via Fatehpur Sikri, the famous ghost city. Jaipur is one of the finest planned cities in India and is one of the most important tourist stops in Rajasthan. Two nights at your HOTEL in Jaipur. (B)

DAY 9: JAIPUR

After breakfast, you will be taken to the ancient capital of Amber to visit the Amber Fort. The Amber Fort is one of the principal tourist attractions of the area. In the afternoon, you will be taken on a tour of the city. You will visit the City Palace, which is an incredibly beautiful complex of exquisite palaces, gardens and courtyards. You will also visit the ‘Palace of the Winds’, otherwise known as Hawa Mahal. Today you will also have the opportunity to wander about the local markets. (B)

DAY 10: JAIPUR – UDAIPUR

After breakfast, you will be taken to the airport for your flight to Udaipur. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your HOTEL for your two-night stay. (B)

DAY 11: UDAIPUR

After breakfast, you will be taken on a city tour visiting the City Palace, Jagdish Temple and an elegant garden called Saheliyon-ki-Bari, situated in the north of the city. In the evening, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola. (B)

DAY 12: UDAIPUR – MUMBAI

Early this morning, you will be taken to the airport to board your flight to Mumbai. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a Mumbai city tour visiting the Prince of Wales Museum, and Mani Bhavan, a small museum where wax miniatures depict scenes from Mahatma Gandhi’s life and India’s freedom struggle. Afterwards, drive along Marine Drive, visiting the Rajabai Clock Tower, Mumbai University and Chhatrapati Shivaji Railway Terminus. (B)

DAY 13: MUMBAI

After breakfast, you will be taken on an excursion to the Elephanta Caves. The caves contain a collection of rock art. In the afternoon return to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at your leisure. (B)

DAY 14: MUMBAI – KOCHI

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Kochi. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. In the evening enjoy a spectacular cultural Kathakali dance performance. Two nights at your HOTEL in Kochi. (B)

DAY 15: KOCHI

After breakfast, tour Kochi visiting the Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue and Mattancherry. (B)

DAY 16: KOCHI – ALLEPPEY

After breakfast, you will be transferred by private vehicle to Alleppey to board your houseboat (kettuvallams), for a cruise through the palm-fringed backwaters of Kerala. Overnight on-board your HOUSEBOAT. (B, L, D)

DAY 17: ALLEPPEY–KOCHI–CHENNAI–PUDUCHERRY

After breakfast, you will disembark your houseboat and head to Kochi airport for your flight to Chennai. On arrival you will be met and transferred by road to Puducherry. Three nights at your HOTEL in Puducherry. (B)

DAY 18: PUDUCHERRY

After breakfast you will be taken on a tour of Puducherry visiting Sri Aurobindo Ahsram, the most popular attraction in Puducherry. (B)

DAY 19: PUDUCHERRY

Today is at your leisure to explore the city of Puducherry, with its colonial buildings, Catholic churches and temples. (B)

DAY 20: PUDUCHERRY – CHENNAI

After breakfast, you will be transferred by private vehicle to Chennai, en route visiting Mahabalipuram, famous for its ancient rock temples. Overnight at your HOTEL in Chennai. (B)

DAY 21: DEPART CHENNAI

After breakfast, you will be taken on a city tour of Chennai City. Drive past the High Court that was built in the late 19th Century in the Indo Saracenic style and visit the local markets. In the evening you will be transferred to the airport to board your onward flight. (B)

Includes

• 20 nights twin share accommodation with breakfast daily

• All meals on the houseboat

• All sightseeing, excursions and transfers using an AC vehicle

• Local English-speaking guide

• Entrance fees at monuments

• Economy class airfare from Delhi– Varanasi Agra/Delhi, Udaipur–Mumbai–Kochi–Chennai

• Boat ride in Udaipur

• Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk

• Tickets for Elephanta Caves

• All current applicable taxes

• Kathakali Dance Show in Kochi

• Ganga Aarti ceremony & boat ride in Varanasi

Note: Daily departure based on a minimum of 2 passengers travelling together.

Terms & Conditions

Our professional services are available for the purchase of any type of travel, however the following charges apply:

1. Administration Planning Service

Should a detailed itinerary/quote be requested a non-refundable planning fee will be charged per itinerary, as per the Schedule of Fees, prior to each itinerary being prepared.

2. Itinerary/Reservation Cancellation

The itinerary/reservation deposit is payable at the time the reservation is requested and is in addition to any deposit fees charged by the tour operator/airline or other travel supplier. The itinerary/reservation deposit is non-refundable BUT if you proceed with the booking, the amount of the itinerary/reservation deposit will be credited against the final amount payable. If you do not proceed with or subsequently cancel the booking, the itinerary/reservation deposit is non-refundable and is in addition to cancellation fees imposed by travel principals and Southside World Travel.

3. Amendments

Any changes made to a confirmed, deposited or finalised booking prior to departure will attract an amendment fee as per the Schedule of Fees, plus any communications costs incurred in securing further confirmations.

4. Visa, Re-entry Permits etc.

A fee, as detailed in the Schedule of Fees, inclusive of registration postage and/or courier fees is payable in addition to any Government and/or Consular fees.

5. Extraordinary Costs

In the unlikely event we are unable to meet your requirements through our normal booking process or you request a late booking which requires urgent attention, we will let you know. If you wish us to continue with the booking any additional costs as notified to you, such as telephone and other communication expenses, courier charges, any associated bank costs for urgent remittance of funds, etc. will be payable by the client.

6. Insurance

We may ask you to sign a declaration if you do not accept our recommendation that you affect travel insurance. Travel insurance provides cover when the premium is paid and the policy issued, and so should be taken out as soon as any deposit or payment is made.

In the event that you elect to take out insurance with another provider (not supplied by us), the following fees will apply when providing documentation for any claim:

Administration fee for Insurance

Domestic: from $75.00 per person

Asia Pacific: from $110.00 per person

International from $150.00 per person*

7. GST Provision

If a goods and services tax (GST) or similar tax is or becomes payable in respect of any supply made to you under this agreement, then in addition to the fee payable, you must pay the amount of GST payable in respect of that fee. The GST is payable at the same time and in the same manner as the fee or at such later time as Southside World Travel may request.

SCHEDULE OF FEES (including GST)

Please note: Any fees that apply to your booking will be documented in your quote and confirmation letter.

Itinerary Planning Fee / Reservation Deposit

from $150.00

*Itinerary/reservation deposit taken off final balance

Should a detailed itinerary/quote be requested with flight times and availability, combined with a tour or accommodation component, a non-refundable planning fee will be charged prior to each itinerary/reservation being prepared.

Itinerary / Reservation Cancellation Fee

from $150.00

* In addition to fees charged by operators

* Cancellation Fee once travel is paid in full – from 10% of total value of trip (see your travel insurance policy)

Airfare Ticketing Fees

Domestic: from $75.00 per person

Asia Pacific: from $110.00 per person

International: from $150.00 per person*

*Dependent on destination and routing

Amendment Fees

Domestic: from $75.00 per person

Asia Pacific: from $110.00 per person

International: from $150.00 per person*

*Per amendment after payment of deposits and in addition to fees charged by operator

Frequent Flyer Bookings

Domestic: from $75.00 per person

Asia Pacific: from $110.00 per person

International: from $150.00 per person*

*Only applies where Southside World Travel processes Frequent Flyer Bookings on behalf of clients

Payment

Our preferred method of payment is by direct deposit or credit card. We use TravelPay to process all credit and debit card transactions.

Payment by credit card/debit cards to suppliers MAY incur a surcharge between 1.0% and 3.0% (ask your consultant for details). Credit card payments made to Southside World Travel (via Travelpay) will incur a surcharge as follows:

– Mastercard/Debit Card – 1.4%
– Visa Card/Debit Card – 1.6%
– Amex Card – 2.2%

*Credit Card/Debit Cards refunds require 5 x business working days to process.

*Personal cheques take 5 x business working days to clear.

Responsibility Clause

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Your travel consultant will advise you on passport and visa requirements, but it is your responsibility to ensure you comply with these regulations before travelling.

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