Volunteering India

Travel Volunteer as a group is particularly enjoyable for Student Groups, College Groups, Families, and Friends travelling together. We can arrange program to suit your needs, groups can choose to volunteer with street children in Varanasi at present. But we are exploring more cities to widen your options. We also combine travelling and volunteering together for the groups. We do arrange different activities for overseas volunteers such as Golden Triangle Trip, Taj Mahal Tour, Rajasthan Tour, Kerala Tour, Goa Beaches, Leh Ladakh Tour, Kashmir Tour, Delhi Tour, trekking in the Himalayas, Yoga Tourand much more.

About Us – Volunteer with Children 

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VOLUNTEER IN INDIA  - Starts only US $ 30 

We provide safe, affordable and meaningful volunteer travel in India. We offer volunteer opportunities in India, where volunteers can work in Varanasi. Our choice of programs includes working with Orphans and Street Children teaching them English and hygienic habits etc. We do also arrange short term, family and group volunteering programs in India. Our volunteer coordinators have more than 6 years of experience successfully hosting foreign volunteers since 2004. You may volunteer for a day, a week or a month – as much or as little time as you like. You may start volunteering starting from few hours to weeks.

US $ 30 per day per person charged for few hours a day (up to 6 days) without meals and transportation. In case you are interested for longer duration we have a program fee as per the following table.

Program Fee: (All costs are in US Dollars)

Program Fee Per Person : (All costs are in US Dollars)

The program fee includes:

• Administrative charges and training fees.
• Basic Non AC accommodation in Varanasi.
• Meals at project site only (2 or 3 meals a day), depend on the project.
• Transportation of volunteers.

ABOUT VOLUNTEER OVERSEAS 

It is pleasure to inform that our association with Saraswati Education Center started in 2009 that was established by our Varanasi affiliate Somit Dutta in 2004. He is a Yoga teacher in Varanasi by profession, but his passion to work for underprivileged children inspired him to form his charitable firm with the aim of providing free education to the poor children who are supporting their families by selling odd stuff on the banks of river Ganga at tender age. Our team, in the leadership of Somit conducts survey every six months to identify poor children residing in the nearby localities and encourage them and their families to join free education camp where volunteers educate them in the best of their capabilities. Our volunteers help us to raise funds, donations, provide their quality time and ideas to grow in the right direction. The children we target are very poor, most of them are street children, orphans, some of them doing menial works to support their extremely poor families and some of them are even in drug addiction. We welcome all of these children to our Varanasi centre.

ABOUT SOMIT  

Somit Kumar Dutta is a Yoga teacher by profession who teaches yoga and spirituality. He specializes in Yoga with 12 years of experience and teaches yoga along with Ayurveda, astrology, music, Indian cuisine and language classes etc. He owns two yoga centers overseas and the name of his society is mentioned in Japanese and Korean travel guide books. Somit suffered lot of difficulties in his childhood. A son of poor parents had to sleep without food sometimes. In the face of acute poverty, his parents somehow managed to send him school. At the age of 9 years, he had to quit school as his parents were not able to pay fees along with 6 more kids of his age. That was the day when the seed of social work roped in him. Having got financial support from some charitable organization, he completed his basic education; he started to work for street children providing free education and other facilities so that he may help some tender lives to lead a life with smile.

HOW DO WE HELP VOLUNTEERING IN INDIA ? 

Our center works in morning and evening shifts. Our volunteers teach poor children formal subjects such as Hindi, English, Maths, Science, General Knowledge, and moral education etc. In addition to that we provide games, drawing and various activities to make learning fun for children that are also helpful to boost their confidence and self-esteem. We operate from an informal space where we treat children as family members and assist them to learn at their own pace. Our foreign volunteers impart English speaking and etiquette lessons along with maintaining some basic hygienic practices. We also teach children about the importance of environment and make them sensitive towards the same. We do regular exercise of planting tree by the tender hands. We believe in imparting practical education where the use of books is minimized to the required level. We do also provide food to the children during education sessions from time to time and at regular intervals. We do also organize health care program where qualified doctor inspects the children every month. Our mission is to make these children self reliant so that they may lead a respectful life and grow as good human being.

HOW YOU CAN VOLUNTEER ? 

If you are interested to become a volunteer during your India Travel, we will assist you to become a volunteer. Volunteers are free to share their passions and skills with the children. You may volunteer for a day, a week or a month – as much or as little time as you like. You are always welcome to share your inputs with the founder anytime as per your convenience.

Some basic rules to serve as volunteer 

• You are not supposed to take drugs.
• Your should be above 18 years of age.
• You are required to submit xerox copy of your passport and visa.
• You should devote regular time for volunteer work.
• You are required to clarify the duration for which you available for volunteer work.

YOGA COURSES  

Somit attended various ashrams at very young age to learn spiritualism and Yoga from reputed gurus. Having spend years in search of divine knowledge, he came back to Varanasi with a aim to open free school for poor children. One fine day, he met with a foreign tourist who was interested to learn Yoga. He offered to teach him and got some dollars that encouraged him to become a full time Yoga teacher. Most of the earning he gets from Yoga teaching or other miscellaneous activities is used for his free school for street children.

You may learn Yoga with Somit, he also imparts Yoga Teacher Training Program that is imparted under strict rules and regulations devised by the yoga society. The Yoga Teacher’s training requires 120 hrs, and students are allowed to devote 4-6 hrs per day as per suitable to them. Having completed the prescribed hrs of training, yoga certificate/ License is provided to the deserving candidates.

Yoga Courses offered for overseas volunteers 

• Hatha Yoga (relaxing yoga)
• Astanga Yoga (dynamic yoga)
•  vikram yoga (mixing )
• Kundalini Yoga (meditation)
• Pranayama (practicing inhale & exhale)
• Karma yoga (helping)
• Music Classes

If you love Indian music, then we do organize music classes also, in which we offer to teach you Indian music instruments such as Sitar, Tabla, Flute, Harmoninum and Jembay, etc. In case you are interested to learn Indian Classical Dance and vocal that too is organized on requirements under the guidance of expert teachers.

MISC ACTIVITIES  

We do also arrange miscellaneous activities as per your specific requirements such as Ayurveda classes, Ayurvedic massage, Hindi speaking and writing courses, palmistry, astrology and heena courses etc.

On India tour you may enjoy a variety of travel options available that are matchless. India a 5000 years old civilization is well equipped to cater the specific travel need of every individual coming from foreign shores. Holiday in India is all set to offer you Historical monuments in Delhi, forts and palaces in Rajasthan built by erstwhile kings, Taj Mahal, the beautiful masterpiece of stunning architecture in Agra, ancient 10^th century Khajuraho temple famous for its divine erotic sculptures, white sand world class beach in Goa , exotic Kerala known for backwaters of Kerala and houseboat trip, paradise on earth in Kashmir, Yoga course at the foothill of Himalaya in Rishikesh, Oldest surviving city on earth, Varanasi where you may see some typical holy Hindu rituals of Hindu, the oldest surviving religion on earth,  tranquility and amazing beauty at the coldest desert in the world, Ladakh and spiritual practices deep rooted amongst its wonderful people. You may simply get enthralled with the diversity of India. Travel to India leaves evergreen impression of an ancient heritage and diverse culture on the land populated by the people whose rich history and traditions are still ingrained in daily life.

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Travel in India for the first timers: An Overview

Free Independent Travelers (FIT)

We specialize to cater the need of foreign individual tourists or Free Independent Travelers in India. We plan exactly as per your requirement, interest, budget and available time.

Group Tour (GIT)

We do also organize group tours for private parties that may be a family group, corporate group, group of friends or like-minded individuals wishing to travel together. Subject to group size we can include a free place for the tour leader.

Why to visit India?

As an International tourist you should visit India for its diversity and culture that are beautifully assimilated in its golden history, Himalayan landscapes, fairs and festivals, monuments, religious practices, Ganges and world heritage sites.

Why to Travel with Us ?

We take you on journeys to exotic destinations. Explore the mystique of South Asia with tours to fascinating destinations in India as Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, the Golden Triangle trip of India, Trip to Rajasthan in the West, backwaters of Kerala in South, the forests of Eastern India and exotic hill tours in Leh Ladakh along with Tours to Buddhist Pilgrimage Destinations in India and Nepal. You may explore grand temples and monuments on Cultural tours; enjoy wildlife safaris on Adventure Tours, or Himalaya Tours. Our special tours will make you return over and over again to experience the wonders of India.

What we offer ?

We arrange tailor-made customized India Tours for individuals, couples, families and groups’ as per the desired budget anywhere in India inclusive of Hotels, Transportation, Transfers, Sight Seeing, Flight and Train Tickets through single window. Contact Us

When to Go?

India has five seasons; spring, summer, monsoon, autumn and winter. The monsoon hits different regions at different times as it sweeps from the Indian Ocean to the Himalaya, affecting north and central India from May to September. In the south the monsoon generally lingers into October.Majority of the foreign travelers visit India from October to mid March, this is the period known as tourist season in India when you may enjoy comfortable weather conditions although tourists facilities sells at high rate from accommodation to transportation.

You may take the advantages by traveling off-season which is largely dry – as hotels are better value and monuments are quieter. You may also visit western ranges of the Indian Himalaya are also generally best visited during this time to escape the heat and rains on the plains. Between October and March the daytime temperature ranges between 25C – 30C, falling in the evening and overnight to between 18C – 22C. After the monsoon, the air is dry, making the heat more bearable and reducing the humidity.

Important India Travel Destinations

Delhi: The Capital City of India. It is heart of India that is rich in history and culture.

Agra: It is home of Taj Mahal, the symbol of eternal love of 16^th century.

Rajasthan: Most important tourist hub, famous for history, forts, palaces & culture.

Goa: The world famous beach destination, appreciated by international travelers.

Kerala: A green paradise, popular backwaters destination with natural beauty.

Ladakh: An exotic hill destination where you may enjoy the nature in its purest form.

Mumbai: The economic capital of India and most happening city in India.

Uttarakhand: Himalayan beauty filled with natural sights and adventure treks.

Bangalore/ Bengaluru: The garden city and the silicon valley of India.

Chennai: This famous culture city is the present gateway of South India.

Hyderabad: This city of pearls is known for its historical background, food & culture.

Kolkata: This city of palaces is the famous culture city of India.

Pangong Lake

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Leh to Pangong Lake is a memorable adventure trip. A 160 kilometers drive from Leh that takes around six hours. Most of the road is rough, hilly and thrilling that passes through Changla Pass, Tangste and other small villages. It begins with Thiksey village that is famous for its big monasteries ridge. The second stop is the Changla Pass, located at 17,350 feet. You may also see Shey and Thikse villages on the way to Pangong. It also crosses a river called Pagal Naala or “The Crazy Stream”. The spectacular lakeside is open during the tourist season, from May to September.

An Inner Line Permit is required to visit Pangong Lake as it lies on the Sino-Indian Line of Actual Control.  Indian and foreign nationals are required to take permits to visit this lake. Trip to Pangong Lake can be done enjoying the same day excursion from Leh or you may stay one night in camp near the lake. That is as per your preference and availability of time.

Pangong Tso is in disputed territory. The Line of Actual Control passes through this lake. A section of the lake approximately 20 km east from the Line of Actual Control is controlled by China but claimed by India. The eastern end of the lake is in Tibet. The western end of the lake is not disputed. After the mid-19th century, Pangong Tso was at the southern end of the so-called Johnson Line, an early attempt at demarcation between India and China in the Aksai Chin region.

Spangmik is the small village located near the lake that is the farthest point to which foreign visitors are permitted. It is only 7 kilometers along the southern shore that offers spectacular views of the mountains of the Changchenmo range. There are the glaciers and snowcapped peaks of the Pangong range above Spagmik.

Other Attractions

• While on a trip to the Pangong Lake, you can also visit the Darbuk village as an excursion point for its chain of war memorials. These memorials were made in commemoration of the soldiers who lost their lives during the Indo-China war of 1962. A few of the army bunkers and trenches are still in use.
• The lake is an ideal site for bird lovers as well. Various migratory birds, including the black-necked Siberian crane, can be seen around the Mahe marshes for breeding and swarming in the cool colorful water of the lake.
• In winter, one may sight great crested grebe, common merganser, brown headed gulls and majestic black-necked crane at Pangong Lake.

Nubra Valley

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At first glance, the valley seems parched and dry, but this is prime farming land in Ladakh. It is popularly called the orchard of Ladakh. The land in Nubra produces various kinds of grains and fruits such as wheat, barley, peas, mustard, apple, walnut, apricot and even some almonds. This fertile land is nurtured by the Shyok and Nubra Rivers. Shyok River meets the Nubra or Siachan River to form a large valley that separates Ladakh and Karakoram Ranges. The Nubra River is a tributary of the Shyok River, which flows through the Nubra region of Ladakh, into the Indus River to the east of Skardu, Pakistan and the Siachen Glacier melts into this river.

Most of the Nubra Valley is inhabited by Ladakhis who speak Ladakhi; the majority of them are Buddhist, with a minority of Shia and Sunni Muslims. In the western or lowest altitude end of Nubra Valley, along the Shyok River, the inhabitants are Balti, speak Balti, and are Shia and Sufia Nurbakhshia Muslims. Visitors are not allowed beyond Hundar village that is the border area known as Balti. The beautiful village Baigdandu is also located in this area. The people in this village have distinctively different features than their typical mongoloid Ladakhi counterparts. These people possess blue eyes, auburn hairs and rosy cheeks unlike Ladakhi folks. It is believed that they were a Greek tribe who came in search of Jesus Christ’s tomb and eventually settled here. Baigdandu is also known for the Pashmina goats.

Along the Nubra or Siachan River lie the villages of Sumur, Kyagar, Tirith, Panamik and many others. Samstanling monastery is between Kyagar and Sumur villages, and Panamik is noted for its hot springs with medicinal values. On the Shyok River, the main village, Diskit, is home to the dramatically positioned Diskit Monastery. Hundar was the capital of the erstwhile Nubra kingdom in the 17th century, and is home to the Chamba Gompa. Between Hundar and Diskit lie several kilometers of sand dunes where you can see and ride double hump camels known as Bactrian camels.

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

• Diskit is nestled on the edge of a desert on the Shyok-side valley on the other side of the Khardong La. It is set amongst the rising Himalayas and offers awesome view of Leh valley. It is the administrative center of the Nubra Valley that is developed on the edge of a desert on the Shyok-side valley.
• You may experience a sizzling bath at the hot springs in the outskirts of Panamik. These springs are believed to have some medicinal powers in their waters.
• You can walk to the Ensa Gompa that is over 250 years old monastery. It takes around six hours to reach the hill on which it is located. It is worth visiting for the extraordinary Buddhist murals or rock engravings.
• Samtanling Gompa is another famous Buddhist religious place, located at the Sumur Village. You can find out unique collection of idols, frescos and tangkhas (painted and embroidered scrolls) here. This place is ideal for camping near the Nubra River.
• You can enjoy camel safari on double hump camels from Deskit to Hunder village for 2 hours. Hundar village has a small monastery and is located on the ancient Silk Route.

Khardung La

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You need a mandatory Inner line permit to cross or visit Khardung La. The best way to reach Khardung-la is by taxi or bike; however local buses and trucks are also seen on this route. You might even see some adventure cyclists riding up to the pass from Leh. Vehicles are allowed only in one direction at a time, from 9 A M – 1 P M in Leh to Khardong La direction, and from 1 PM to 5 PM in Nubra – Khardong La – Leh Direction. You can enjoy hot tea / coffee at South or North pullu and hot tasty Maggi bowl at North Pullu.

Allahabad

The Mughal emperor Akbar built a magnificent fort in this city. Hindu Maratha rulers had also incursions in this city before the colonial British rule imposed in India. In 1765, the British established a garrison at Fort Allahabad. In 1857, Allahabad was active in the Indian Mutiny. The annual convention of India independence movement was also conducted here by the Indian National Congress in 1888 and 1892. It was the first place where the first commercial civil aviation flight flew in India that carried mails.

Maha Kumbh in Allahabad in 2013

Allahabad is known for Kumbh Mela that is one of the four sacred destinations in India as Haridwar, Ujjain and Nasik. The forth coming Maha Kumbh Mela is going to be celebrated in Allahabad after Kumbh Mela of 2007. 2013 Maha Kumbh is being organized after 12 years of cycle and ardh kumbh or Kumbh is celebrated after every six years.

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Kumbh Mela in Allahabad

There are thousands of devotees and tourists gather at Allahabad to take part in the festival on the banks of the Ganges, the Magh Mela. The same festival is organized in a larger scale every 12th year and attracts millions of people and is called the Kumbha Mela. Kumbh Mela (especially Maha Kumbh Mela) is the most sacred of all Hindu pilgrimages in India. Innumerable Hindu devotees attend this important religious gathering to take part on this auspicious occasion. You can see a number of holymen clad in saffron sheets with plenty of ashes and powder dabbed on their skin. Some of them may often be seen without clothes as they are generally considered to live an extreme lifestyle. A sizable number of western tourists visit on this very occasion to have the glimpses of the an unique and spectacular event. This holy city had witnessed the largest human gathering anywhere in the world with more than 70 million people as per an estimate in 2007 at Kumbh Mela festival.

TOURIST PLACES IN ALLAHABAD 

 Sangam: It is the holy confluence of three most revered rivers in India named Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati. It becomes a center of attraction for hundreds and thousands of religious travelers after every twelve years when it hosts the famous Kumbh Mela. It stands as one of the greatest tourist attractions during Kumbh Fair in India.

Allahabad Fort: It was constructed by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1583 AD. It exhibits fine depictions of art, design, architecture, and craftsmanship. You can see the Ashoka Pillar, Saraswati Kup and Jodhabai Palace.

Patalpuri Temple and Akshaya Vat: It is located inside the Allahabad Fort, this is an underground temple, alluding to associations with Lord Rama. The famous Akshaya Vat one of the most revered trees of the Hindus is also seen in the temple.

Anand Bhawan: It is the ancestral home of the Nehrus that now houses a memorabilia of the Nehru-Gandhi family and one of the excellent museums of India.

Swaraj Bhawan: It is located next to the Anand Bhawan that was constructed by late Pandit Moti Lal Nehru. It is the birth place of former Prime Minister of India Mrs. Indira Gandhi, who was respected in the world as the international leader.

Khusrau Bagh: This huge garden houses the mausoleums of Khusrau, his sister, and his Rajput mother.

Hanuman Mandir: It is located near Allahabad Fort. It is famous for the image of the reclined position monkey-god Hanuman.

Allahabad Museum: It is located near Chandra Shekhar Azad Park. This museum preserves the paintings of Nicholas Roerich, terracotta figurines, Rajasthani miniatures, coins and stone sculptures from the 2nd century BC till date.

Tour Rajasthan villages consist of destinations inclusive of Delhi, Udaipur,Jodhpur and golden triangle. It is a sneak preview to get the first hand experience of understanding the unique land known as India. The variety India has to offer to the travelers include diversity in terms of almost everything such as old architectural buildings, monuments, demography, geography, history, colors, heritage, culture and  its people.  It is a relaxed trip to give you more time at destinations, since you will be visiting some villages while passing through important tourist cities. Trip to the villages in India is extremely exotic as villages are lesser known destinations which are non touristy. The essence of India rests in villages where you will see India at its best.  Trip to Rajasthan is the important segment of India Luxury Tour.

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As per the Mark Twain Quote “So far I am able to judge, nothing has been left undone, either by man or nature, to make India the most extraordinary country that the sun visits on his rounds. Nothing seems to have been forgotten, nothing overlooked”

Duration: 19 Nights/ 20 Days
Route: Delhi-Dungarpur- Udaipur- Kumbhalgarh- Ghanerao- Narlai- Sodawas- Rohet- Jodhpur- Jaipur – Agra – Delhi

Day 1. Arrival Delhi: Assistance on arrival. Transfer to the hotel. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 2. Delhi / Dungarpur via Ahmedabad: In the morning after breakfast sight seeing of Delhi visiting rest of the places of tourist interest then transfer to the railway station in the evening to board overnight train to Ahmedabad.  There is assistance on arrival at the railway station to then transfer to Dungarpur (125 Kms) by road. Having reached at hotel relaxation for some time sight seeing for the rest of the day. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 3. In Dungarpur: In the morning after breakfast full day sight seeing of the city visiting the habitat of Bheel tribe who are the residents since 4000 BC. They are supposed to be the oldest and most primitive tribes of the world. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 4. In Dungarpur: In the morning after breakfast full day sight seeing of the city visiting rest of the places of tourist interests. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 5. Dungarpur / Udaipur (100 Kms): In the morning departure transfer to Udaipur. Having reached at hotel relaxation for some time sight seeing for the rest of the day. Udaipur “City of sunrise” is the royal capital known as lake city too founded in 15^th centuary. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 6. In Udaipur: In the morning after breakfast sight seeing of the city visiting important places of tourist attractions. The grand city palace is the largest palace in Rajasthan over the Lake Pichola. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 7. Udaipur / Kumbhalgarh (90 Kms): In the morning after breakfast departure transfer to Kumbhalgarh by road. Having reached at hotel relaxation for some time then sight seeing for the rest of the day visiting the exquisite Kumbhalgarh Fort (54 Kms) at a height of 3281 ft. surrounded by thirteen mountain peaks. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 8. Kumbhalgarh / Ghanerao (35 Kms): In the morning after breakfast exploration of the village of Kumbhalgarh along with its friendly and hospitable people. Having visited the village transfer to Ghanerao.  Having reached at hotel relaxation for some time then sight seeing for the rest of the day. Ghanerao was founded in 16^th Centuary. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 9. Ghanerao / Narlai (60 Kms): In the morning after breakfast departure transfer to Narlai. Having reached at hotel relaxation for some time then sight seeing for the rest of the day. Narlai village is filled with activity and colors. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 10. In Narlai: In the morning after breakfast full day sight seeing of the village getting acquainted with the seventeenth centuary village. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 11. Narlai / Sodawas (45 kms): In the morning after breakfast departure transfer to Sodawas. Having reached at hotel relaxation for some time then exploring the village day to day life for the rest of the day. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 12. Sodawas / Rohet (65 kms): In the morning after breakfast departure transfer to Rohet. Having reached at hotel relaxation for some time then exploring the village day to day life for the rest of the day. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 13. In Rohet: In the morning after breakfast full day exploration of traditional village life of India. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 14. Rohet / Jodhpur (40 Kms): In the morning after breakfast departure transfer to Jodhpur. Having reached at hotel relaxation for some time then sight seeing of the city visiting important places of tourist interests visiting royal palaces, priceless jewels and Jaswant Thada etc. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 15. In Jodhpur: In the morning after breakfast full day sight seeing of the city visiting important places of tourist interests. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 16. Jodhpur / Jaipur (335kms): In the morning after breakfast departure transfer to Jaipur. Having reached check in at hotel and relaxation for the day. Evening at leisure. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 17. In Jaipur: In the morning after breakfast full day sight seeing visiting Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal (Palace of winds), City Palace, and Solar Observatory; an astronomical solar device that give accurate predictions till date. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 18. Jaipur / Agra: In the morning after breakfast departure transfer to Agra by road visiting Fatehpur Sikri on the way. Having arrived check in at hotel and relaxation for some time then sight seeing of the city for the rest of the day visiting the Taj Mahal. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 19. Agra / Delhi: In the morning after breakfast departure transfer to Delhi by road visiting the Agra Fort on the way. Having arrived check in at hotel and relaxation for the day. Evening at leisure. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 20: Delhi / back home: In the morning after breakfast visit of the historic city of old Delhi sights as Red fort and the Jama Masjid. Having lunch visit to New Delhi sights such as Qutab Minar, India Gate, Humayun’s tomb and the Lakshmi Narayan temple etc. There is overnight stay at hotel.

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Tour Darjeeling is a unique blend of Hinduism and Buddhism visited by the leisure and adventure travelers alike. It is the famous tourist hill resort situated at an altitude of 2150m (6,800 ft). It is known as the Queen of the Hills also. The average temperature during summers is around 20c and 10c during winters. There is heavy monsoon between June to August .It is famous for its natural beauty, mountains, tea gardens and breadth taking views.

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About Mirik: Mirik is an idyllic hill station located at an altitude of 1767 m, nestled in the serene hills of Darjeeling. It is 49 kms from Darjeeling. One of the newest hill stations in India, Mirik is blessed with pleasant climate. Beautiful landscaped gardens, tea estates, orange and cardamom plantations, boating facilities, easy accessibility etc.

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About Kalimpong: It is a small hill station between Siliguri and Gangtok. The swift flowing Teesta river runs by the side of the road adding to the beauty of the scenery. The name, Kalimpong, has three different origins. Kalimpong has several monasteries and also a Kali temple. The Tibetan Monastery and curio center and Dr Graham’s home are important tour stops.

About Lava: It is not a sightseeing destination rather a natural destination situated at an altitude of 7200 feet, and around 32 km east of Kalimpong. It is famous for its proximity to the Neora Valley National Park and beautiful view of the Jelep La and Rechi La passes. There are two sunset points named Ghanti Dara and Tiffin Dara (Dara means top of the hill) apart from Lava Monastery. There is Chhangey Falls situated at a distance of 12 kilometers worth a visit.

About Lolegaon- The small town is located at a distance of 12 km from Lava at an altitude of 5,500 ft. A spectacular view of the Himalayan snow will take you to a different world. Loleygaon offers panoramic view of the Kanchenjunga. This is quiet, cool and serene destination yet to be commercialized. There is nearby hilltop Jhandi Dara offers a beautiful view at sunrise.

Duration: 10 Nights/ 11 Days
Route: Delhi-Mirik- Darjeeling- Kalimpong – Lava- Lolegaon- Delhi

Day 1. Arrival Delhi: Assistance on arrival. Transfer to the hotel. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 2. In Delhi: In the morning after breakfast visit of the historic city of old Delhi sights as Red fort and the Jama Masjid. Having lunch visit to New Delhi sights such as Qutab Minar, India Gate, Humayun’s tomb and the Lakshmi Narayan temple etc. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 3. Delhi / Mirik via Bagdogra: In the morning transfer to the airport to board flight to Bagdogra. There is assistance on arrival then departure transfer to Mirik (1767M/ 50Kms) through the winding roads across tea gardens on the slopes. Having reached at hotel relaxation for some time then visit to Lake Sumendu to enjoy the evening. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 4. Mirik/ Darjeeling: In the morning after breakfast strolling, boating, horse riding etc around Lake samendu. In the afternoon departure transfer to Darjeeling (50Kms./ 6500ft) visiting Sukiapokhri Salamander project on the way along with the glimpse of Himalayan reptiles. Having reached at hotel relaxation for the day. Evening at leisure. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 5. In Darjeeling: There is an early morning trip to Tiger Hill (2590M) for a breathtaking view of Sunrise over the Kanchenjunga then visit to Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop on way bak to hotel. Having breakfast full day sightseeing visiting zoo, HMI and ropeway ride over the Takvar Valley Tea Garden. Having lunch at hotel visit to Rock Garden and Gangamaya Park. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 6. Darjeeling / Kalimpong (1250m, 55Kms.): In the morning departure transfer to Kalimpong along the Rangit River passing through picturesque sights on the way. Having arrived check in at hotel and relaxation for some time before visiting Durpin Dara viewpoint. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 7. Kalimpong/ Lava: In the morning after breakfast sight visiting orchid nurseries, Delo top viewpoint, Bong Monastery etc then transfer to Lava (2200M, 30Kms) after lunch. There is halt at Lava.

Day 8. Lava / Lolegaon: In the morning visit to Rishap and Tiffin Dara for a spectacular view of the Himalayas. Transfer Loleygaon (1620M, 24Kms) after lunch, it is another hidden picturesque hamlet in Kalimpong hills. Having arrived check in at hotel and relaxation for some time then visit to adjacent Heritage Forest for a unique canopy walk in the afternoon. Evening at leisure. There is overnight halt at Loleygaon.

Day 9. In Lolegaon: In the morning visit to Jhandidara (3Kms) for an amazing Sunrise over the Kanchenjunga, even Mount Everest is visible from the watch tower of Jhandidara if weather is clear. In the afternoon after lunch visit to the local Lepcha market. Evening at leisure. There is overnight halt at Lolegaon.

Day10. Lolegaon/ Delhi via Bagdogra (140Kms): In the morning after breakfast departure transfer to Bagdogra airport through Dooars forests and tea gardens to board flight to Delhi. There is assistance on arrival in Delhi, then transfer to the hotel and relaxation for the day. There is overnight stay in Delhi.

Day 11: Delhi/ Back Home: In the morning after breakfast full day at leisure in Delhi then transfer to the airport as per the flight schedule to board flight back home.

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Abbot Mount

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Nainital Ranikhet Tour Package 

UTTARANCHAL TOUR
Routing: Delhi- Mukteshwar – Abbot Mount –Pithoragarh – Munsiyari – Choukori- Kausani- Corbett- Delhi
Destinations:  Ex Delhi / Mukteshwar - 2 Nights/ Abbot Mount –1 Night/ Pithoragarh - 1 Night/ Munsiyari –2 Nights/ Choukori – 1 Night/ Kausani-2 Nights/ Corbett -1 Night
Duration: 10 Nights/ 11 Days

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival Delhi - Mukteshwar (350 km / 8 hrs): Assistance upon arrival in Delhi at Railway Station/Airport then drive to Mukteshwar enroute visiting Bhimtal and Naukuchiyatal. Having arrived Mukteshwar, check in hotel and relaxation for the day. Evening at leisure. Dinner at hotel and overnight stay.

Day 2: In Mukteshwar: Today after breakfast enjoy full day sightseeing at Mukteshwar visiting Mukteshwar Temple and Chauli ki Jali etc. In the evening enjoy sun set view while at leisure then return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3: Mukteshwar – Abbot Mount (140 km / 6 hrs): Today after early breakfast drive to Abbot Mount enroute visiting Maa Barahi Temple Devedhura, then lunch on the way. In the evening arrive Abbot Mount to check in at hotel. Having freshened up, sightseeing for the rest of the day visiting local sights. In the evening back to the hotel to have dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4: Abbot Mount – Pithoragarh (110 km / 5 hrs): Today morning after early breakfast transfer to Pithoragarh visiting Champawat on the way. Having arrived Pithoragarh by the evening check in at the hotel. Having freshened up, sightseeing for the rest of the day, back to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 5: Pithoragarh – Munshyari (130 km / 5 hrs): This day after breakfast drive to Munshyari enroute visiting local sights. Having arrived Munsiyari in the evening check in at hotel then local sight seeing. Enjoy evening view of sun set, dinner at hotel and overnight stay.

Day 6: In Munshyari: Today after breakfast enjoy full day sightseeing in Munsiyari and around then back to hotel for lunch. Evening at leisure to enjoy sun set point. There is overnight stay at hotel.

Day 7: Munshyari – Choukori (95 km / 4 hrs): Today after breakfast drive to Choukori visiting local sights on the way. Having arrived Choukori in the afternoon check in at hotel then sight seeing for the rest of the day enjoying beautiful Himalayas from close range. In the evening dinner at hotel and overnight stay.

Day 8: Choukori – Kausani (125 km/ 5 hrs): This day after breakfast drive to Kausani visiting Patal Bhuvaneshwar cave temple on the way. Having arrived Kausani in the evening check in hotel then visit Gandhi Ashram (Annashakti Ashram) and beautiful Himalaya view till sunsets. Dinner at hotel and overnight stay.

Day 9: In Kausani: Today early morning visit mesmerizing sunrise from the viewpoint then return hotel for breakfast then sight seeing for the day visiting Tea Garden, Tea factory and Bajnath Dham etc. Evening at leisure. Dinner at hotel and overnight stay.

Day 10: Kausani – Corbett National Park (190 km / 6hrs): This day after breakfast, drive from Kasauni to Corbett National Park visiting Ranikhet sights on the way then transfer to Corbett National Park. Having arrived in evening, check in at hotel and relaxation for the day. Dinner at hotel and overnight stay.

Day 11: Corbett – Delhi (280 km/ 7hrs): Today morning enjoy Jeep Safari at Corbett National Park followed by visit to Garjiya Temple and Corbett Museum etc. After that back to the hotel for check out then transfer to Delhi Railway Station / Airport for next destination. The trip ends.

COST PER PERSON ( IN INR )

HOTELS USED

Cost Includes

• Transportation by Non A/C Indica Car (2 Pax) or Tavera (4 Pax or 6 Pax) for the entire tour. Inclusive of toll tax, Parking, driver’s allowance and state tax
• All round trip transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary.
• Mentioned or similar hotels on MAP (Breakfast and Dinner Basis)

Cost does not include

• Personal expenses, Train/Air fare, Service tax, Guide, Entry Charges
• Anything not mentioned in “Cost Includes” section.

SUPPLEMENTS

• A/C small car supplement cost for Indica Rs 2200/-
• A/C SUV car supplement cost for Tavera / Innova Rs 4400/-

Mukteshwar is a small tourist town in Nainital, Uttarakhand, India. It is located in Kumaon Hills at an altitude of 2286 meters/ 7500 feet. It is situated 51 km from Nainital, 72 km from Haldwani and 395 km from Delhi. This destination consists breathtaking view of the Himalayas and Nanda Devi, India’s second-highest peak It had been a favorite holiday destination of British that still has old colonial bungalows and famous Veterinary Institute set up by them. This quiet hamlet is also associated with a legend of lord Shiva who granted immortality or mukti to a demon that he killed at this spot. An old temple of Lord Shiva still exists on the top of a rock.

Munsiyari is a quaint hamlet situated in one of the uppermost part of Kumaon region in Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand India. It is located in the base of the great Himalayan range at an altitude of 2200 mts above sea level on the banks of Goriganga River. It is a new discovery as a tourist place in India, till recently it was a restricted area in inner Himalayan line between borders of India, China and Nepal, restrictions have eased now. It is a beautiful hill station that is referred to a ”place with snow” also. It is ideal place for tourists who are interested to visit less touristy places along with mountaineers, glacier enthusiasts, high altitude trekkers and nature lovers.

Chaukori is a tiny hill station in the Pithoragarh district set among the lofty peaks of western Himalayan Range in Kumaon Uttarakhand, India. Tibet is at its North and South at Terai. The Mahakali River running along its eastern boundary forms the Indo-Nepal international border. It is an amazing mountain resorts amidst Kumaoun Himalayas. It is the perfect destination to enjoy important Himalayan peaks as Nanda Devi, Kedarnath, Chaukhamba, Trishul, Panchchuli and Nanda Kot.

Kausani is set at an altitude of 6075 ft (1890 MT), located 120 km from Nainital. It is a picturesque hill station famous for its scenic beauty and spectacular 300 km- panoramic views of the Himalayas. It lies atop the ridge amidst dense Pine trees overlooking Someshwar valley on one side and Garur and Baijnath Katyuri valley on the other. Mahatma Gandhi called this place the ‘Switzerland of India’, due to similarity in landscape.

Pithoragarh is situated in the Himalayas at an altitude of 1,851 meter. This lesser known part of Kumaon is very picturesque and often referred to as ‘Mini Kashmir’. It borders with Nepal and Tibet. Mountaineers, botanists, religious and adventure tourists visit this beautiful hill district. There are many rivers originate from Pithoragarh mountains that provide enough scope of water sports.

Corbett National Park is the first wildlife reserve of India, extending over an area of more than 500 sq km in the Himalayan foothills. It was established in 1936 in the honor of legendary hunter-turned conservationist Jim Corbett, best known for hunting man-eating tigers and leopards. The visitors come here mainly to see tigers. The present area of the Corbett Park is 1318.54 sq. km. including 520 sq. km. of core area of and 797.72 sq. km. of buffer area.

Valley of Flowers

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TREK TO HIMALAYA
Number of days : 6
Number of trekking days: 4
Maximum altitude : 4329 m/14200 ft (Hemkund Sahib)

DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY

Day 1: HARIDWAR – GOVINDGHAT: Upon arrival at Haridwar, transfer for Govindghat 300 kms (8-9 hrs drive). Overnight in a hotel.

Day 2: GOVINDGHAT – GHANGRIA (3048 / 10000 ft) : Early morning, we start the trek from Govindghat and trek 14 kms to reach Ghangria taking about 4-5 hrs. Overnight in a guesthouse.

Day 3: GHANGRIA – VALLEY OF FLOWERS (3658 m / 12000 ft) – GHANGRIA: We will trek 5 kms one way to reach the enchanting valley. Spend time here and return to Ghangria in the evening. Total trekking time would be about 5-6 hrs. Overnight in a guesthouse.

Day 4: GHANGRIA – HEMKUND SAHIB (4329 m / 14200 ft) – GHANGRIA: Today’s climb of 6 kms to Hemkund Sahib is steep at places and will take about 4 hrs. Return trek will take about a couple of hours. Overnight in a guesthouse.

Day 5: GHANGRIA – GOVINDGHAT – BADRINATH: On this day we will trek for about 3 hrs to reach Govindghat. From here we will drive to the holy town of Badrinath (Drive/1 hr). In the evening visit the temple and overnight stay in Badrinath.

Day 6: BADRINATH – HARIDWAR: After breakfast, drive to Haridwar (Drive/9-10 hrs). TRIP ENDS HERE.

INDICATIVE COST OF THE TRIP

FIXED DEPARTURE COST (Per Person) In INR

PRIVATE TREK COST (Per Person) In INR

COST INCLUDES

• Transport: All road transfers from Haridwar to Govindghat and back.
• Accommodation

• All accommodation would be on double/triple sharing basis
• All vegetarian meals beginning with dinner on Day 01 to breakfast on Day 06
• Professional guide (trained from Nehru Institute of Mountaineering, Uttarkashi) would accompany the group
• Valley of Flowers entry fees

COST DOES NOT INCLUDE

• Service Tax (@2.58%)
• Travel between Delhi and Haridwar (can be arranged by us on request)
• Porter charges (for personal luggage) – With prior notice, mules can be arranged at Rs. 1500-1600 per mule
• Any meals/services not mentioned above
• Any charges for video cameras, still cameras, etc.
• Alcohol, soft drinks, beverages, etc.
• Personal expenses like tips, telephone calls, laundry, etc.
• Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather, etc.
• Insurance

PAYMENT TERMS & CONDITIONS

• Full payment to be made in advance at the time of booking the trek
• Payment for this trip will not be adjusted against any future trips

CANCELLATION POLICY

Before 30 days: Full refund (after deducting any expenses that have been incurred for hotel bookings, transport, etc.)

Between 21-30 days: 75% of trip cost will be refunded (after deducting any expenses that have been incurred for hotel bookings, transport, etc.)

Between 14-21 days: 50% of trip cost will be refunded (after deducting any expenses that have been incurred for hotel bookings, transport, etc.)

Less than 14 days: No refund

TRANSPORT OPTIONS (DELHI – HARIDWAR – DELHI) : For travel to Haridwar, train travel is recommended. The closest railway station to the camp is Haridwar and there are a number of trains that connect to Haridwar from all over the country. For train details, you could log on to www.indianrail.gov.inv.html/a> and for online railway ticket bookings you could log on to www.irctc.co.in.html . For air travel, the closest airport is the Jolly Grant Airport (at Dehradun) and is well connected to Delhi and other parts of the country by Air India, Jet Airways, Kingfisher Airlines, etc.

ROAD: There are frequent Public Transport buses available from Delhi to Haridwar that cost about Rs. 200 per person. These buses depart from Delhi bus stand every 30 mins. Or so and take about 6 hrs to cover the distance. The same is also applicable on the return journey. A private vehicle could also be arranged as per your requirement.