enriching lives through cultural exchange Dehradun Ananda Spa Haridwar E xperience mystical India off the beaten path with ever popular tour lead-er Promila Gupta as she explores her

...enriching lives through cultural exchange

20 Days $7995 Based on Twin Share plus airline taxes $130 and visa $150 (as at Dec 2017)

Single Supplement $2200 ● Balance due 29 August 2018

Delhi ● Dharamshala ● Dalai Lama Temples ● Amritsar

Chandigarh ● Dehradun ● Ananda Spa ● Haridwar

E xperience mystical India off the beaten path with ever popular tour lead-

er Promila Gupta as she explores her homeland and the true essence of the fas-

cinating Punjab and its neighbouring states. Be awed at the temple complex of

the Dalai Lama, be inspired by ancient philosophies and deep spiritual life, ad-

mire the breathtaking lush landscapes of the Himalayan foothills and learn

about and sample local cuisines with Promila, a passionate food expert. Witness

the flames of belief as they illuminate the night sky at Aarti as devotees release

flower filled leaf boats carrying tiny oil lamps in praise of the Ganges and relish

a magnificent stay at one of northern India’s most exclusive and relaxing spa

resorts. All travel is in small air conditioned coaches and private cars in the

Hills regions. Experience incredible northern India in this most unique way.

Tour Leader: Promila Gupta has led numerous tours to her homeland India for

WEA Travel. She is passionate about her country, its people, culture and food.

She has a most caring and vibrant nature.

Tour Includes: All airfares Adelaide to Adelaide with Singapore Airlines; Full

escort; All local guides, sightseeing and entrance fees; All accommodation in

comfortable hotels; All meals as per itinerary, All transport; Pre and Post tour

get togethers; Tour notes

Day 1 Saturday 10 Nov

Day 2 Sunday 11 Nov

Adelaide to Delhi

Depart Adelaide this morning with Singapore

Airlines to Singapore with a good connection

through to Delhi.

Overnight Delhi

Meals in Flight

Delhi Haryana State

After a relaxing start you embark on a coach

tour which includes seeing India Gate, Rash-

trapati Bhawan and 12th century Qutub Minar

then visiting Humayun’s tomb in beautiful

gardens built to honour the Mughal Emperor’s

wife. You then take in Cyber Hub and a drama

show at the Kingdom of Dreams, the ultimate

entertainment complex said to be one of the

best in India for its Bollywood style musicals.

Dinner is at Cultural Gully a boulevard show-

casing Indian culture, arts and cuisine.

Overnight Delhi

Breakfast ● Lunch ● Dinner

roundings; dense pine and Deodhar forests,

waterfalls, hills and valleys. Today it is the

home of the Dalai Lama. The town is divided

in two sections- the lower town and upper

town known as Mcleodganj just to the north.

In the afternoon you take a Kora Walk which

is a holy walk around the temple and residence

of the Dalai Lama. During the walk you see

Tibetans chanting holy hymns and spinning

prayer wheels as they walk this holy trail. The

walk is usually followed by a visit into the

temple. Overnight Dharamsala


Day 3 Monday 12 Nov

Delhi to Dharmshala Himachal Pradesh Depart by air today to Dharmshala the Winter

Capital of Himachal Pradesh State established

by the British in the 19th century. It was popu-

lar as a hill station for the British for its re-

freshing climate and beautiful natural sur-

also visit Kangra Fort and the Museum. After

lunch you visit the colourful streets of Kangra

Bazaar.

Overnight Dharamsala


Day 4 Tuesday 13 Nov

Dharamshala

Today you take a beautiful scenic drive

through the Kangra Valley visiting Masrur

Rock Temple the only temple of its kind in the

Himalayas. It is cut out of one single sandstone

rock in to a series of stunning temples and is

believed to date back to the 8th century. You

Day 6 Thursday 15 Nov

Day 7 Friday 16 Nov


Day 9 Sunday 18 Nov

Day 10 Monday 19 Nov


Day 12 Wednesday 21 Nov


Dharamshala

This morning you visit the Kangra Art Muse-

um in Kotwali Bazaar which has an excellent

collection of Kangra minatures and a school

which teaches the art of miniature paintings.

The museum has preserved a wealth of treas-

ures from the Kangra Valley’s past including

arts and crafts, ancient artefacts, temple carv-

ings, fabrics, embroideries, weapons and

palanquins belonging to local royalty. You

also visit Norbulingka, a Tibetan centre for

learning and preserving traditional Tibetan art

and crafts. Here you see the artisans at work.

The doll museum and Buddhist temple are

both worth visiting. In the afternoon you visit

Genden Choeling Nunnery where you can see

the nuns at prayer or in learning.

Overnight Dharamshala


Dharamshala to Amritsar Punjab

This morning you depart Dharamshala and

drive to Amritsar. After checking in to your

hotel you have some leisure time. In the even-

ing you visit the Golden temple to experience

the Night Palaki Ceremony.

Overnight Amritsar


Amritsar

Visit the Golden Temple today, one of the

most sacred pilgrimage places for Sikhs who

come to bathe in its holy water. This is the

spiritual centre of their religion and is said

also to be a symbol of human brotherhood and

equality. Built between 1589 and 1601 it is a

spectacular sight with its domes of pure gold

reflecting in the pool and its marble pathway

which leads to the temple. Pilgrims come and

place flowers and money around the Holy

Book and respected Sikhs perform ‘unbroken

reading’ in order to maintain continuity and

unity. Singers and musicians perform verses

from the Book and sing hymns continuously.

The marble walls are decorated with mirror-

work, gold leaf and bird, animal and flower

designs in semi- precious stones in the Mugh-

al style. The temple provides free food for all

irrespective of faith. You also visit the central

Sikh Museum. In the afternoon you have a

Punjabi cooking class which includes lunch.

Overnight Amritsar


Amritsar to Chandigarh

After breakfast drive to Chandigarh the joint

capital of Punjab and Haryana states via Lu-

dhiana. Lunch is taken here at a local restau-

rant. On arrival in Chandigarh you check in to

your hotel and enjoy some leisure time.

Overnight Chandigarh


Amritsar

Relish a guided sightseeing tour of Amritsar

this morning visiting its ancient streets and

the Durgaina Temple. Later in the day you

visit the Wagah Border between Pakistan and

India which is only a short drive from Amrit-

sar. This is the only open border crossing

currently between the two countries. The

ceremonial display of the Beating Retreat- a

daily military ceremonial practice and

Changing of Guards here provides an ex-

traordinary spectacle involving parades of

soldiers, the lowering of the flags of both

nations, handshaking and the closing of the

gates. It is attended by visitors from both

sides of the border as well as internationals.

Overnight Amritsar


Chandigarh

This morning you visit the Rock and Sculp-

ture Gardens of Chandigarh. Spread over 40

acres and completely built of industrial and

home waste and throw-away items it has

become a huge visitor attraction. You also

enjoy a boat ride on Sukhna Lake in the Him-

alayan foothills and visit the pretty rose gar-

den which is the largest rose collection in

Asia. In the evening you visit Pinjore and its

17th century Mughal Gardens which are most

magical in the moonlight. This beautiful set-

ting features water channels and fountains,

exquisite symmetry and design and arrange-

ments of enduring beauty.

Overnight Chandigarh


Chandighar to Dehradun Uttrakhand Travel from Chandigarh to Dehradun this

morning. The chefs of the Dehradun region

are known as Garhwa Cooks and are among

the most celebrated in India so you will expe-

rience some wonderful dishes here. Ut-

trakhand state indeed will delight you with the

aromas of its delicious cuisine which is as

appealing as the countryside and the friendly

people.

Overnight Dehradun


Dehradun

Relish the day in this lovely hill station city.

Uttarkhand state is known as the ‘Land of the

Gods’, the home of the Himalayas and as a

true paradise on earth. This alluring state ex-

tends from the foothills of the Himalayas to

its northern international borders with China

and Nepal. It is an important centre of Hindu

religion and culture, its climate is pleasing

and its landscapes refreshing and beautiful.

Today you visit Dehradun attractions includ-

ing Sahastra Dhara Waterfall, Hanoi Temple,

the Clock Tower, the Forest Research Institute

and the Indian Military Academy.

Overnight Dehradun


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Day 14 Friday 23 Nov

Day 16 Sunday 25 Nov

Day 17 Monday 26 Nov





Mussoorie

Take a lovely day tour to Mussoorie a charm-

ing hill station in the lush Gharwal Hills at an

elevation of 2500 metres above sea level. It is

known as the ‘Queen of the Hills”. Here you

visit beautiful Kempty Water Falls, take a

cable car ride to the summit of Gun Hill for

wonderful views, visit noted Camel Rock on

Camel Back Road and enjoy magnificent

views which extend all the way to the Tibetan

border at Lal Tibba. You also visit the Soham

Heritage Arts Centre in a peaceful forested

location, which showcases and preserves the

heritage of Mussoorie and the Himalayas.

Here you will find paintings on canvasses,

sculptures, frescoes, murals and scrap art and

an extensive collection of heritage artefacts,

musical instruments, clothes and jewellery.

Return to Dehradun to overnight.

Overnight Dehradun


Dehradun to Ananda Spa

Drive to Ananda Spa in Rishikesh in Ut-

trakhand. This resort is a heavenly abode on

earth with world class facilities. Enjoy yoga

and meditation classes on site, lovely walks

and an outdoor pool. Relish the leisure and

relaxation after all your intriguing travel.

Overnight Ananda Spa


Ananda Spa to Haridwar Uttarkhand

Depart for Haridwar today, an ancient city

and significant Hindu pilgrimage site. On

arrival you visit the world renowned

Ramdev’s Patanjali institute where research

and treatment in Yoga and Ayurveda is con-

ducted. At the legendry Ganga Aarti at Hari

Ki Pauri you experience a mesmerising

spectacle as small flower boats and diyas

(tiny oil lamps) reflect in the water as they

float down the Ganges. Witness the flames

of belief illuminate the night sky, hymns

recited in praise of the Ganges and flower

filled leaf boats. It is a ceremony of worship,

remembrance and hope.

Overnight Haridwar


Haridwar to Delhi

Travel to Delhi this morning stopping en-route

at the world renowned Ramdev’s Patanjali

Yoga Institute. In the late afternoon you have a

Mughlai cooking class from the chefs of Delhi.

Overnight Delhi


Delhi

Visit Akshardham ‘the Divine Abode of God’

in the morning to get an understanding of the

Hindu philosophy. Akshardham is hailed as an

eternal place of devotion, purity and peace.

Swaminarayan Akshardham is a Hindu place

of worship and a spiritual and cultural campus

dedicated to devotions, harmony and learning.

The afternoon is at your leisure. Those interest-

ed can learn how to bargain in India for colour-

ful saris, textiles and trinkets with Promila.

Overnight Delhi

Breakfast ● Lunch ● Farewell Dinner

Delhi to Singapore

Depart this morning with Singapore Airlines to

Singapore. Your flight to Adelaide departs

Singapore this evening. Breakfast

Arrive Adelaide this morning.


Ananda Spa

Enjoy a wonderful relaxing day and make

use of the wonderful facilities at Ananda

Spa.

Overnight Ananda Spa


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