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Incredible India.....  waiting to be experienced  

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Asia sticks to you. From the nomadic steppes of Kazakhstan to the frenetic streets of Hanoi, Asia is a continent so full of intrigue, adventure, solace and spirituality that it has fixated and confounded travellers for centuries. The joss sticks lit for the household shrines in Thailand impart a sweet perfume to the thick air and the heavenly aroma of Indian spices follows you for days.

And India is an incredibly varied & exciting vacation destination, pulsating with a spectacular mix of people, traditions & landscapes. With an intoxicatingly rich history, which has spawned a number of exquisite palaces, temples & monuments, your journey through this mind-stirring country will blaze in your memory long after you've left its shores.  Come, discover India with us……..

This is a spiritual place infused with the gods of past & present: the ancient spirits of the land & the family, the deities of Buddhism & Hinduism and the rules of Islam. Architectural wonders & sacred spaces abound from the Great Wall of China & the temples of Angkor to lesser known marvels in Myanmar, Nepal & Afghanistan.

From sublime coastlines to snow-capped mountains, rolling landscapes fed by the monsoon rains and frenetic cities fizzling with energy, the diversity of Asia’s landscapes is mind-boggling. As are their highlights from trekking Malaysia’s steamy jungles & wildlife spotting in southern India to riding horses through the Mongolian steppes, skiing in  Japan’s Alps & dodging falling coconuts on of the continents many remote islands.

Then there is the food. Tuck into fiery Indian curries, get adventurous with a local dish from a road side stall and gulp down a hearty bowl of Japanese ramen. With its colours, smells, flavours & personalities, you will find Asia is deliciously rewarding.

And now let us talk about India. & leave your preconceptions at home.

Ancient Civilisations| vast Landscapes |expectedly Unexpected |Soul Warming

Bamboozling. There is simply no other word that convincingly captures the enigma that is India. With its in-your-face diversity, from snow-dusted mountains to sun-washed beaches, tranquil temples to feisty festivals, lantern-lit villages to software supremo cities, it is hardly surprising that this country has been dubbed the world’s most multidimensional. Love it or loathe it & most visitors see-saw between the two, India promises to jostle your entire being, and no matter where you go or what you do, it is a place you will never forget.

India is a mystical land that presents the traveler with an array of unforgettable experiences. Apart from its ancient spiritual framework, India's vastness also challenges the imagination, being home to one sixth of the world’s population. With more than one billion people, the subcontinent bristles with an eclectic mélange of ethnic groups, which translates into an intoxicating cultural cocktail for the traveler. The destination reflects the rich glories of the past in its culture, tradition & cuisine.

Spirituality is the common characteristic painted across the vast & varied canvas that is contemporary India. The multitude of sacred sites & rituals are testament to the country's long, colourful, & sometimes tumultuous, religious history. So for those seeking spiritual sustenance, India has oodles of sacrosanct sites & stirring philosophical epics, while history buffs will encounter gems from the past almost everywhere - from grand vestiges of the British Raj serenely peering over swarming spice bazaars, to crumbling fortresses looming high above plunging ravines

For those in search of tropical bliss, there are the palm-fringed beaches of Goa and the serene backwaters of Kerala. And for fresh air and serenity, India ripples with pristine mountains and hills, from the towering beauty & eternal snows of the mighty Himalayas to a bevy of beautiful pine forests, orchards & babbling streams.

A land of myriad cultures, with an intoxicatingly rich history which has spawned a number of exquisite palaces, temples & monuments, it is truly representative of “Unity in Diversity”.

The destination reflects the rich glories of the past in its culture, tradition & cuisine. And not to forget the colorful mosaic of Indian festivals & fairs as diverse as the land - an eternal expression of the spirit of celebration. Observed with enthusiasm & gaiety, every season brings along new festivals - each a true celebration of the rich tradition of India.

Meanwhile, the travel aficionados of the great outdoors, can paddle in the shimmering waters of one of many balmy beaches, scout for big jungle cats on a blood-pumping wildlife safari, or simply inhale pine-scented air on a meditative forest walk.

India is proud to be home to the Taj Mahal - a majestic architectural creation and travelers have crossed continents to visit the ultimate memorial of love, in the city of Agra, in close proximity to the capital - Delhi.

And then of course, there is the food! Indian cuisine boasts of an immense variety not restricted to only ‘curry’. From squidgy South Indian idlis (fermented rice cakes) to zesty north Indian curries, foodies can look forward to savoring a seductive smorgasbord of specialties.

The country that holds a deep fascination for the world & is home to some of the most spectacular architecture & monuments, all steeped in a rich culture

And, Aurangabad has its own history.

This 2 night City Break will provide you the opportunity to experience one of the world's oldest rock sculptures & wall paintings.

The UNESCO World Heritage listed Ajanta & Ellora Caves in Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, date from around 200BC to 650AD. The abandoned & lost Ajanta Caves were discovered when a British hunting party stumbled upon them in 1819.  Their isolation contributed to the fine state of their preservation. Experience the architectural wonders on this short stay.

The Ajanta Caves consists of about 30 rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments which date from the 2^nd  century BCE to about 480 or 650 CE, cut into the side of a cliff that is on the south side of a U-shaped gorge on the small river Waghur. They were originally reached by individual stairs or ladders from the side of the river 10 - 35 m below although they are now along and above a modern pathway running across the cliff.

The caves include paintings & sculptures described as "the finest surviving examples of Indian art, particularly painting", which are masterpieces of Buddhist religious art, with figures of the Buddha & depictions of the Jataka tales. The Caves form the largest corpus of early Indian wall-painting. The paintings and sculptures of Ajanta, considered masterpieces of Buddhist religious art, have had a considerable artistic influence.

On this short stay, experience the architectural wonders of Ajanta & Ellora.

Come & discover the mystical land that presents the traveler with an array of unforgettable experiences. From the deserts of the West to the deltas of the East, India truly has it all. ....... yep, India & the Caves are waiting, and The Journeys is ready to take you on well, a journey (or journeys) of discovery.

Come……be inspired & discover the World with us

Incredible India…. prepare to be charmed

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Aurangabad

3 Days | 2 Nights

Morning, Check-out & meet the Tour-guide at 08.00 am & drive to explore Ellora Caves.

 

The rock temples & monasteries of Ellora represent the three major faiths of India - Hinduism, Buddhism & Jainism. Like Ajanta, Ellora caves too are a fine example of cave temples with almost 34 caves with intricate interiors & ornamental facades.

 

Ellora Caves are an impressive complex of Buddhist, Hindu & Jain cave temples built between the 6^th & 10^th centuries AD near the ancient Indian village of Ellora. The Caves have a slightly less dramatic setting than those at Ajanta, but more exquisite sculptures.

 

The 34 major caves are numbered consecutively rather than chronologically, starting with the Buddhist group (Caves 1-13) in the south. Other groups are dedicated to the Brahmanical pantheon (Caves 14-29) and to Jainism (Caves 30-34). The most notable monument is Cave 16, the Kailasa Temple, which represents the culmination of rock-cut architecture, with huge sculptural reliefs heightening the overall symbolism of the temple as cosmic mountain and as the home of Shiva.

 

The Caves at Ellora, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983, were carved out of the vertical face of the Charanandri hills. The carving work began about the same time the Ajanta Caves located 100 km northeast, were abandoned. The last period of building activity took place in the 10^th century, when the local rulers switched allegiance from Shaivism (Hinduism devoted to Shiva) to the Digambara sect of Jainism.

 

The Ellora Caves were initially built at time when Buddhism was declining in India and Hinduism was beginning to reassert itself. The Brahmanical movement was especially powerful under the patronage of the Chalukya & Rashtrakuta kings, who oversaw most of the work at Ellora - including the magnificent Kailasa Temple.

 

The co-existence of structures from three different religions serve as a splendid visual representation of the prevalent religious tolerance of India.

 

The Tour comes to an end by early afternoon.

 

You will be transferred to the Airport for your onward journey (or if you have free time before the flight, we will provide a car at disposal, with our compliments to enable you to discover the city).  B       

 

 

 

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Incredible India…. prepare to be charmed..

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 What is included:

* Guaranteed departures with minimum 2 guests. Seat in Coach. There may be other participants and group size may vary. Participants may come from all over the world & most of them will be English speaking. Private services with English speaking Tour-guide & vehicle can be arranged with a supplement cost.

 

**Please note that the Program highlights the main attractions that are to be visited each day. Some Monuments / places may require extra Entrance Fees to be paid for accessing some of the areas.

 

*** It is extremely rare that Programs need to be changed but it can occur. We reserve the right to change, amend or alter the Itinerary if required, for example, occasionally the tour sequence & duration of time spent in each place / city can change due to local conditions which are out of our control or due to heavy traffic conditions or bad weather. The Price will not be affected.

 

 

Conditions related to specific Tours will be advised in due course, if required.

 

 

 

 

Incredible India…. prepare to be charmed

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 And last but not least:

Departures:

Arrival in Aurangabad on Any day (minimum 2 guests)

Validity:

→ December 2021

Prices:

We offer several accommodation choices for this tour. The price varies by selected accommodations. The Itinerary remains unchanged.

Exchange rates fluctuate on a daily basis. Please contact us for current pricing and we will respond within 24 hours.

Some important notes

• Flights are subject to constant modifications / delays and cancellations.  In such cases, we will do all possible to find the best available alternative / solution but will not accept any liability, whatsoever.
• Our rates only include those items which are specified in the Itinerary / Inclusions.
• The cost has been calculated on the existing tariffs / conditions and in case of any currency fluctuations or amendment in local Government taxes, or any fuel hike, we reserve the right to revise the tour price accordingly.
• Our quotations are calculated on base category of accommodation at each property and are subject to modification, if the same hotel / category of room not available at the time of reservation. In that case, we will confirm a superior category of room at a comparable or better hotel and supplement charges, if any, shall be advised accordingly. Final Itinerary will illustrate updated information and / or it would be furnished at the time of confirmation.
• All prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability at the time of booking. The from price reflects the lowest available price at time of publication, which is valid for a specific start date or dates and also based on availability at the time of booking.
• Room availability is getting saturated due to heavy demands from the tourism industry, international Fairs and Congresses. Due to these constant sold- out situations the hotels are applying the cancellation rules more stringently. Once the reservation is guaranteed, the booking will be subject to full cancellation charges as per our Terms & Conditions (details will be advised at the time of deposit). We strongly recommend obtaining Insurance to protect yourself against any unforeseen scenarios.
• Additional services including Optionals, if any, can be paid directly by the clients to our local offices.

The Journeys strongly recommends that all Guests purchase appropriate Travel Insurance (Trip Cancellation / Interruption & Medical) to protect your travel investment & cover any eventuality & / or Emergency .