Post-conference Tours
From the smoky mangroves of the Sunderbans to the steaming Thar Desert, sizzling cities like Mumbai and Delhi to the scintillating villages of Khajuraho and Hampi, from the heights of the Himalayas to the deep blue waters around the Andamans, India is a travel haven – a tour package that frustrates and delights, as demanding as it is rewarding. India also has on offer world class hotels, a very effective transportation system, of rail, road and air, a large friendly population and a stable government. Anyone visiting the country will be enthralled by its natural beauty, cultural diversity, ancient history and an incredible people.
CROWNING JEWELS - THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE New Delhi (President's Residence, Parliament House and the Secretariat,12th century Qutab Minar) - Agra Fort - Taj Mahal sunrise - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur - Hawa Mahal - Jantar Mantar - Delhi & Red Fort
Crowning Jewels - The Golden Triangle, Itinerary & Price Sheet
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HARIDWAR Known as the Gateway to the Gods, Haridwar is considered one of the seven holiest places according to Hindus, as the devas are said to have left their footprints there. The city also stands as a gateway to three other important pilgrimage destinations: Rishikesh, Badrinath, and Kedarnath |  |
RISHIKESH
| Located in the lap of lower Himalayas, Rishikesh is surrounded by scenic beauty of the hills on three sides with the Holy Ganges flowing through it. The town is sacred to Hindu pilgrims and is often referred to as the `Yoga Capital of the World'. |
Nature walks at KALMATIA SANGAM, ALMORA The village walks at Kalmatia Sangam lead through picturesque villages along terraced fields, waterfalls, along a winding stream and pine, cedar, oak and rhododendron forests. The walks vary from gentle to slightly steep and take you between 1450m to 2250m. Walking on the old village trails you pass through several villages where the houses have wonderfully carved doors and windows. |  |
PUSHKAR
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RANTHAMBORE The Ranthambhore National Park is one of the finest tiger reserves in the country. Its abandoned fortress, lakes and above all its 'friendly' tigers have made it one of the most filmed wildlife reserves in the world. A walk along the periphery of the park starts almost at the gate of the sanctuary offering breathtaking views of the surrounding forests. |  |
VARANASI
| Varanasi, also known as Kashi and Benares, is situated on the north bank of Ganga in the state of Uttar Pradesh in North India. It is one of the oldest living cities of the world with its history dating back to about 3500 hundred years. For the pious Hindus, the city has always had a special place since long. |
Hotel bookings and post-conference tours for IASA 2012 may be arranged through:
CHIME (an Eastbound Group Company)
898, Phase I, Udyog Vihar,
Gurgaon-122 016 Haryana,
India.
Phone: +91 124 421 7800 | Fax: +91 124 421 7849
Email: vineet@chime.travel | Web: www.chime.travel