NORTH INDIA DIWALI TOUR WITH AYODHYA + DUBAI
Travelspan Adventures 2024 Oct 27 – Nov 6
- Diwali Celebration in Jaipur
- Allahabad Sangam Tour where the 3 Holy rivers meet
- Ram Janam Bhumi Temple - Ayodhya
- Majestic Taj Mahal
- Elephant Ride in Amber Fort
- Bollywood Night
- Dhow Cruise
- Desert Safari with BBQ dinner, belly dancing and more
Day 1: Departure to India via Dubai
Check in for your Emirates flight to Delhi, India via Dubai
Day 2 Arrive in New Delhi, India + Visit Akshradham Temple
Arrive in Delhi, on arrival you will be met and transferred to hotel. Later Visit
Swaminarayan Akshardham is a Hindu temple, and spiritual-cultural campus in Delhi, India. The temple is close to the border with Noida. Also referred to as Akshardham Temple or Akshardham Delhi, the complex displays millennia of traditional and modern Hindu culture, spirituality, and architecture. Inspired by Yogiji Maharaj and created by Pramukh Swami Maharaj, it was constructed by BAPS. It is the world's second-largest BAPS Hindu temple, following Akshardham, New Jersey, in the U.S. Overnight at Hotel in Delhi.
Meals Included: Dinner
Day 3 Fly Delhi to Varanasi + City Tour + Ganga Aarti
After breakfast, departure transfer to airport for flight to Varanasi. On arrival transfer to hotel. Afternoon visit The Bharat Mata temple northwest of Godaulia which is a modern shrine, inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi. The Tulsi Manas temple, though, is open to all communities. Its white marble walls have the verses of Tulsidas’ Ramcharitmanas inscribed on them. The Bharat Kala Bhawan museum inside the Benares Hindu University campus is open from Monday till Saturday. It has a valuable collection of miniature paintings, sculptures and bronzes. Evening Enjoy Ganga Aarti at Ghat. Overnight at Hotel in Varanasi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4 – Drive Varanasi to Ayodhya via Allahabad + Visit Ayodhya –220 km – 05hrs.
Breakfast at hotel, then after drive to Ayodhya. Enrute Visit Allahabad Sangam Tour - The Sangam is one of the most sacred places of the Hindus. Situated around 7 km from
Civil Lines, it is the meeting point of three holy rivers—Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati. Pandas (priests) can be seen here perched on small platforms performing puja and assisting the devout in their ritual ablutions in the shallow waters. The Sangam becomes a hub of activity after every 12 years when it hosts the Kumbh Mela. After visit continue drive to Ayodhya and check in to hotel. Later visit the Ram Janam Bhumi at Ayodhya. Ayodhya was historically known as Saketa. The early Buddhist and Jain canonical texts mention that the religious leaders Gautama Buddha and Mahavira visited and lived in the city. The Jain texts also describe it as the birthplace of five tirthankaras namely, Rishabhanatha, Ajitanatha, Abhinandananatha, Sumatinath and Anantnath, and associate it with the legendary Bharata Chakravarti. From the Gupta period onwards, several sources mention Ayodhya and Saketa as the name of the same city. Overnight at Hotel in Ayodhya
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5 –Fly Ayodhya to Delhi + Drive to Agra + Visit Taj + Drive to Jaipur - 450 Kms. / 8 Hrs.
Breakfast at hotel then after Departure transfer to Airport for flight to Delhi. From Delhi Airport, drive to Agra and the visit of magnificent Taj Mahal - one of the Seven Wonders of the World surely the most extravagant expression of love ever created. 20,000 men labored for over 17 years to build this memorial to Shah Jahan's beloved wife. After visit drive to Jaipur. On arrival check into hotel. Overnight at Hotel in Jaipur
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6 –Amber Fort + Jaipur City Tour & Shopping + Diwali Celebration
After breakfast, drive to Amber Fort, the ancient capital that preceded Jaipur. Originally built in the 11th century AD and expanded in size and scope by succeeding dynasties and their rulers, Amber is a fortress town of visual awesomeness. You will have an opportunity to hike to the fort and In Amber Fort visit Chamber of Mirrors in Amber Fort. Later we will visit the City Palace and Observatory (Jantar Mantar), en-route you can see a Palace of Wind for Photo stop. Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan and its centrepiece is the City Palace, home even today of the royal family, and known for its clutch of excellent private museums that display royal memorabilia, particularly armaments, art, books, costumes and textiles. Later Evening we proceed to celebrate the night in a curated event of BOLLYWOOD EVENING with Dinner, where we celebrate with music, drinks and a savoury dinner. Overnight at Hotel in Jaipur
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7 - Fly Jaipur to Mumbai + Bollywood Drive along the Bungalows
Breakfast at hotel then after in time transfer to airport for flight to Mumbai. On arrival at Mumbai you will be met and drive to hotel and check in to hotel. Evening enjoy Bollywood star bungalow at Mumbai Overnight at Hotel in Mumbai
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8 - Morning City Tour + Evening Visit Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Mandir
Breakfast at hotel. Then enjoy the visit Mumbai Fort: The area north of Colaba is known as Mumbai Fort, since the old British fort was once located here. There are a lot of impressive buildings from Mumbai's golden period here. St. John's church, dedicated to the soldiers, who laid down their lives in the Sindh campaign of 1838, and the first Afghan war of 1843, is also worth a visit.Gateway of India: Mumbai's principal landmark, the Gateway of India is a huge archway on the water's edge at Apollo Bunder. It is the starting point for most tourists who want to explore the city. This famous monument was built to commemorate the visit of the first ever British Monarch, King George V and Queen Mary in 1911.Mumbai High court: An attractive building in early English Gothic style, situated next to the Oval Ground is well worth a visit for its impressive architecture. Rajabai Clock tower: Rajabai Clock tower, situated at the gardens of the Bombay University building rises above the portion of the library section. Later visit The Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Mandir is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shri Ganesh. It is located in Prabhadevi, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. It was originally built by Laxman Vithu and Deubai Patil on 19 November 1801. It is one of the richest temples in India. The temple has a small mandap with the shrine for Siddhi Vinayak ("Ganesha who grants your wish"). Overnight at Hotel in Mumbai
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9 –Mumbai to Dubai + Dhow Cruise
Enjoy breakfast and then transfer to Mumbai airport to connect flight to Dubai.
Arrive in Dubai where you will be met and assisted by Airport representative at the arrival hall after the luggage collection. Escorted to the transfer vehicle. Drive to Dubai hotel & check in for 2 nights.
After checking in, get ready for your Dhow Cruise dinner on the Marina. Discover a new world on a Dubai dhow boat tour! The dhow boat cruises are Tour Dubai's oldest and most popular tours among the thousands of guests we have had over the years. The timeless tradition of cruising along the coastline in a traditional Arab sailing vessel is a must-do for any visitor to this Arabian city. Dhow boat cruises offer a unique perspective on this fascinating culture with an authentic local flavor.
Experience the charm of Dubai by cruising on our traditional wooden dhows. Offering
2-hour cruise with Dinner. A perfect way for you to experience Dubai Marina sightseeing cruise. Return to Hotel
Overnight at Hotel in Dubai
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 10 Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner, Belly Dancing & Tanoura Dance Show
Free for leisure in the morning or take an optional trip to Dubai Mall for some shopping. In the afternoon, we proceed for Desert safari. 4X4 vehicles engage in Dune bashing first and the
continue to our Bedouin Campsite, right in the heart of the desert, where henna design, local dresses, soft drinks, water, tea or coffee are available for your enjoyment. Try your hands on some camel rides and Hubbly Bubbly (water pipe) in different flavors that suit your taste. Adding to the atmosphere of the night, an enchanting belly dancer performs a fascinating dance to a rhythm of Arabic music.
To top it all, the delicious BBQ buffet dinner is served for all the guests.
Desert Safari Includes:
- Return transfers in 4 x 4 land cruisers.
- Buffet BBQ Dinner with Unlimited Soft drinks and water
- Belly Dance Show & Tanoura Dance Show
- Live Bread making & Henna Lady, Camel Ride & Unlimited Shisha
- Falcon Show
Return to Hotel. Overnight at Hotel in Dubai
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 11 Fly Dubai to Home
Early morning check out from hotel and be transferred to Dubai Airport for your Emirates flight leaving with a lifetime of memories
Meals Included: Breakfast
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Additional information:
- India Visa required USA, Trinidad & Tobago & Guyana Passport holders.
Evisa for max 30days is now available: Cost: 75USD per person
5 year Evisa is also available Cost is 150USD
Application can only be maximum 30 days prior to departure.
The following will be needed for EVisa Application:
- Scan Passport size picture with white background in JPEG format (size is 350 x 350 pixel minimum)
- Fully completed Visa Application Form.
- Once you apply for this Visa, it will be issued in approximately 3 business days.
- Dubai Visa – 150USD (this price is in conjunction with tour only)
Application can only be maximum 21 days prior to arrival in UAE.
The following will be needed for EVisa Application:
- Scan Passport size picture with white background in JPEG format (size is 350 x 350 pixel minimum)
- Fully clear Passport Bio Page. (Must be a flat scanned copy)
- Fully completed Visa Application Form.
- US/Canadian PP Holder do not need Visa for UAE.
Proposed Flight information:
FLIGHT EK 204 - EMIRATES ON SUN 27 OCTOBER 2024
DEPARTURE: NEW YORK, NY (JOHN F KENNEDY INTL), TERMINAL 4 ON 27 OCT AT 11:20AM
ARRIVAL: DUBAI, AE (DUBAI INTL), TERMINAL 3 ON 28 OCT AT 07:50AM
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FLIGHT EK 516 - EMIRATES ON MON 28 OCTOBER 2024
DEPARTURE: DUBAI, AE (DUBAI INTL), TERMINAL 3 ON 28 OCT AT 09:55AM
ARRIVAL: DELHI, DL (INDIRA GANDHI INTL), TERMINAL 3 ON 28 OCT AT 02:40PM
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FLIGHT AI 406 - AIR INDIA ON TUE 29 OCTOBER 2024
DEPARTURE: DELHI, DL (INDIRA GANDHI INTL), TERMINAL 3 ON 29 OCT AT 10:40AM
ARRIVAL: VARANASI, UP (LAL BAHADUR SHASTRI) ON 29 OCT AT 12:00PM
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FLIGHT UK 562 - VISTARA ON SAT 02 NOVEMBER 2024
DEPARTURE: JAIPUR, RJ (INTERNATIONAL), TERMINAL 2 ON 02 NOV AT 02:10PM
ARRIVAL: MUMBAI, MH (CHHATRAPATI S MAHARAJ), TERMINAL 2 ON 02 NOV AT 04:10PM
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FLIGHT EK 507 - EMIRATES ON MON 04 NOVEMBER 2024
DEPARTURE: MUMBAI, MH (CHHATRAPATI S MAHARAJ), TERMINAL 2 ON 04 NOV AT 03:30PM
ARRIVAL: DUBAI, AE (DUBAI INTL), TERMINAL 3 ON 04 NOV AT 05:20PM
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FLIGHT EK 201 - EMIRATES ON WED 06 NOVEMBER 2024
DEPARTURE: DUBAI, AE (DUBAI INTL), TERMINAL 3 ON 06 NOV AT 08:30AM
ARRIVAL: NEW YORK, NY (JOHN F KENNEDY INTL), TERMINAL 4 ON 06 NOV AT 01:55PM
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