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 Introduction  
It’s time to explore India- world's largest, oldest, continuous civilization, in your own way, we set you free. It’s a land of billion dreams. This itinerary will provide you an opportunity to see the Monuments and connect yourself with ancient era, a civilization which has love plowed in to the roots. Destinations where you will not only enjoy guaranteed best trips & excursions, activities, rooms, food & drinks, but along the way also unearth the links between you, your Soul and the Ultimate Reality. 

What we include!!
This is a list of included activities on this trip. All other activities are optional and at your own expense. For a list of optional activities and sightseeing available on this trip, see the optional activities section below. If you choose not to participate in the included activities on this itinerary, the cost will not be refunded.

Arrival airport transfer
Monuments, as per your travel Itinerary
Flights if any, which we’ll intimate you upon your travel request.
Travel assistance at all places.
Elephant/Camel/ Boat/Train rides if any, which will be intimated you upon your travel request.
Breakfast at each hotel 

Spending & Shopping
Every traveler has different spending habit, and his/her own budget. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping, participating in optional activities and tipping. India is a paradise for shopping - you may find souvenirs, handicrafts, antiquities, carpets, precious and semi precious stones, gold and silver jewels, spices, woodcrafts, clothes in cotton and silk. Every nook and corner of India offers a different product and you can hard-bargain for the prices everywhere except at the shops or emporiums which are run by the Govt. 

Tips 
It’s entirely up to you, if you feel the service was excellent- no matter if it was your driver, guide or in restaurant. You can tip them. People appreciate and it’s just the way to let someone one know they deserve it, and they were outstanding.

Restaurants: Local markets and basic restaurants - round your bill up to the nearest INR 20. More up-market restaurants we suggest 10% to 15% of your bill. 

Important notes – For Travel to India
Please note that from June - September flights do not operator from Khajaraho to Varanasi. In these months we take air-conditioned transport overland. This journey takes approximately ten hours. The flight from Khajaraho to Varanasi at other times of year is subject to cancellation at short notice and at these times we may also have to go overland.
The boat ride on the Ganges in Varanasi can be suspended if there is heavy rainfall in the region resulting in high water levels or strong currents making boating dangerous. If the boating is not possible we will make alternative arrangements to visit Sarnath. 
Most of the heritage monuments are closed on Monday’s and almost all the museums are closed on Monday’s.

The Taj Mahal in Agra is closed on Fridays.

Climate & clothing 
Basically tropical country cotton clothing is recommended. From April to October it is hot and dry barring the two months of July/August of rains when it gets humid. Winter months are November till March. This is the best period to visit India. In December, January and February it may get quite cold in some parts of the country and you will need woolens. For all your weather needs http://in.weather.com 

Accommodation
Accommodation is based as per itinerary, a complete list of hotels and alternate hotels will be provided to you upon receiving your travel request.  India has beautiful Heritage hotels, Modern Hotels, Ultra modern and hotels that come in price range of every traveler.

Meals/ Food 
Indian food is different from rest of the world not only in taste but also in cooking methods. It reflects a perfect blend of various cultures and ages. Just like Indian culture, food in India has also been influenced by various civilizations, which have contributed their share in its overall development and the present form. 
Foods of India are better known for its spiciness. Throughout India, be it North India or South India, spices are used generously in food. But one must not forget that every single spice used in Indian dishes carries some or the other nutritional as well as medicinal properties 

Transport
The transport shall remain as promised, Car (A/C only) , flights, overnight trains. 

Emergency funds
We are never officially off the clock, so you can reach us any time. The travel vouchers will have our Mobile/Landline Numbers and also the nearest Pink Vibgyor Branch. 

Visas
Please note that visas are the responsibility of the individual traveler. The visa requirements for your trip vary depending on where you are from and where you are going.  We will give you all the valid documentation which will help you to obtain visa, for example – Your Travel Itinerary on Letter head, Flight tickets issued under your name and hotel reservations under your name.
Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months after your return date. Be sure to check the date you require a visa from and the length of time you will need to cover, especially if you change countries during your trip. 

India: All foreign nationals, including children, require a visa to enter India. There are visa on arrival for selected nationals in India- Visas MUST be obtained in advance. Indian visas cannot be obtained in Nepal. Tourist visas are available in Single and Multiple Entries.  Pls. click on this link for further link http://www.indiavisa.in/ 

Electricity 
India has 220 volts/50 cycles of Alternating Current (AC). 2 or 3 round pin plugs are used.

Time 
India lies east of Greenwich and has a time difference of 5.30 hrs in winter and 4.30 in summer. 

Travel Insurance 
Travel Insurance is recommended and should be taken from your home country and should cover medical assistance, repatriation, cancellation or curtailment of your travel, loss of baggage or valuables etc. All our transport as well as that of the suppliers carry a comprehensive insurance for the vehicle, driver and the passengers - as per the prevailing laws of the country. Claims, if any, will be processed as per the Indian Laws in local currency. No claim is possible in case of any damaged/lost or delay of the baggage and is not covered by the insurance either.

Baggage allowance
The baggage allowance is normally 15 to 30 kilos but varies from airline to airline. Normally 1 handbag is allowed. For safety reasons, your suitcase should be locked. All liquids, more than the specified quantity, should be placed in your checked in baggage..
Please bring a photocopy of your passport main page and airline ticket if you will require airline reconfirmation at the end of your trip.

 Do's & Dont's
Removing shoes is a must before entering a shrine. Some Temples are off-limits to visitors. People should be properly dressed and should cover their head before entering a Sikh Temple, cover their legs while entering a mosque etc.. In most of Hindu and Jain temples leather products like shoes, belts, handbags, camera cases etc. are prohibited in the main shrine and should be left outside or in your bus. Smoking is not permitted in public places as well as in the bus. 

Currency
The currency is INDIAN RUPEE (INR) & comes in denominations of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 500 and 1000 Rupees. Coins are in denominations of 50 paisa, one rupee, two rupees, five rupees and ten rupees. We suggest you to carry Travelers cheque. All major credit cards etc. are accepted. You may withdraw cash in local currency from ATMs available in all the major cities. You may exchange money either in the hotels or banks/money changers against an official receipt.

Restroom facilities 
Most public washroom facilities in India are of the traditional Western Style toilets. Please carry your own toilet paper and hand wipes. The washroom facilities in most of your hotels are as you are accustomed to.

Airfares
International or domestic airfares are not included in the cost. The domestic fares are always given apart. Please book your international air tickets directly at your end. 
We could purchase the domestic flights for you in India or you could buy the same directly. The prices quoted for the domestic flights are regular fares. Please check with us for better instant purchase fares. These fares are available against full prepayments and are normally much cheaper. On hearing from you, we will quote the exact amount of these airfares. THE AIRFARES ARE NOT GUARANTEED TILL TICKETED. These tickets are non refundable in case of any changes or cancellations.
For reservations we need the names of the travelers, passport number, nationality and gender (Mr or Ms)

 Trains
First class & Executive Class seats are available on limited trains. There are no dining facilities on Indian trains. 
Meals are included in certain trains. In most of the trains meals are available at a nominal cost. 
In the night journeys a sleeping berth with a bed roll and in the day journeys normal seating is foreseen.
In first class, the compartments have two or four berths and have a proper door to close for privacy. There is no guarantee of your getting a two berth or a four berth cabin. 
The railways do not allow you to buy all the four berths of a first class cabin if only two of you are traveling. Every empty berth/seat is offered to other wait-listed passengers. 
In two tiers, the compartments have four berths in the cabin and two berths in the passage. There are no doors but only a curtain is there for privacy. 
In three tiers, the compartments have six berths in the cabin and two berths in the passage. There are neither doors nor curtain. 
No refund or compensation can be claimed from Indian Railways in case of any cancellation of a train or delay in their departure/arrival or loss of baggage. 
For reservations we need the full name, gender (Mr or Ms), date of birth, passport number, and nationality. 
The bookings are non-transferable. 
Normally the train reservations open 90 days prior to departure. 
MOST OF THE TRAINS ARE QUITE FULL AND WE WILL OFFER ALTERNATES 

We believe above mentioned information was helpful, if still you face any problems please do not hesitate to contact us.