Incredible India

Incredible India
E X P E R I E N C E I T S V I B R A N T H E R I TA G E
With 5,000 years of recorded
history, India today is as diverse
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glorious past. India is a
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kaleidoscope of vivid landscapes,
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magnificent historical sites,
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colorful people, and rich cultures.
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Based on their region, the people
of India speak distinct languages,
follow different religions, and eat
distinctive food—all of which
add to the rich Indian culture
and heritage.
The timeless beauty of the
Indian people lies in their spirit
of tolerance, give-and-take, and a
composition of cultures that can
be compared to a colorful, yet
harmonious, garden of flowers
—welcome to the beautiful
garden of India.
Welcome to India
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Inspiring India
AWA K E N Y O U R S E N S E S
Travcoa offers the best way to explore India for
TRAVCOA Escorted Journeys Distinctions
discerning travelers looking for an enriching,
Small groups, limited to just 18 travelers.
luxurious, and personal experience.
Personalized service. A professional Travel Director.
Our unique Dine-Around program. Premium excursions.
Incomparable accommodations.
Savor the Culture
All meals. All gratuities. All-inclusive luxury.
Travel is made better by
experiencing culture you
can taste. Savor the
distinct aromas of
Indian cuisine—sweet,
sour, salty, spicy, and
bitter—as you travel
through this land of
rich spices.
In India, recipes are
handed down from generation to generation, and each
region has its own culinary style ranging in variety, taste,
and flavor—the Mughlai cuisine of the North differs
sharply from the preparations in the South. Indian cuisine
is as diverse as its geography and Travcoa’s exclusive Dine-
Around program offers a unique way to experience its
many flavors.
Experience the thrill of a Kathakali performance
Feel the Rhythm
Experience the sophisticated Kathakali dance
performance—an imposing and colorful spectacle of the
supernatural symbolizing the blending of the Aryan and
Dravidian cultures—while visiting Kerala, on our Flavors of
South India journey. Or enjoy the simpler, traditional Indian
folk and tribal dances—bursting with verve and vitality, and
performed to express joy for every possible occasion—
during your stay in Jodhpur and Jaipur, on our Classical &
Mystical India journeys. Both are equally exquisite.
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Touch the Past
“From the
Unravel over five millennia of India’s history—from the
golden dynastic period to the struggle for freedom from
proud palaces
the British Empire, including the birth of Buddhism and
of Rajasthan
the spread of Hinduism, Islam, and Christianity—by
exploring India’s World Heritage Sites.
to the serene
backwaters of
Taj Mahal
Kerala, India’s
The fabled mausoleum of white marble was built in Agra
variety is
between 1631 and 1648, by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan,
in memory of his favorite wife. The Taj Mahal is the jewel
inexhaustible. India, it has been said, should
of Muslim art in India.
be looked upon as a continent, rather than a
Elephanta Caves
country. Its diversity of landscapes, cultures
Close to Bombay, on an island in the Sea of Oman, the
and custom is such that it would take a
“City of Caves” contains a treasured collection of rock
lifetime to experience them all.”
art and a temple to the cult of Shiva dating back to the
Silhara kings (810 – 1260).
– The Sunday Times, Travel, Dec’04/Jan‘05
Mahabalipuram
Monuments
Known for its rathas
(temples in the form of
chariots), mandapas (cave
sanctuaries), giant open-
air reliefs such as the
“Descent of the Ganges,”
and the temple of Rivage,
this impressive group of
sanctuaries—founded by
the Pallava kings—was
carved out of rock along
the Coromandel Coast, in
the 7th and 8th centuries.
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Classical India
16 DAYS
All-inclusive luxury package
from $8,695 per person*
“Excursions such as the farm
house visit in Jaipur, the boat
ride in Udaipur, and the village
safari in Rohet Garh were fun,
interesting, and introduced
us to an additional aspect
of Indian life.”
– Roz Holberg, Travcoa Guest
Culinary & Cultural Delights
Your visit to India will redefine your
concept of beauty. The sight of the Taj Mahal
is breathtaking. You’ll stay close enough to observe
this incomparable palace in every kind of light—
moonlight, starlight, sunrise and sunset. Discover a
potpourri of visual, culinary, spiritual, and cultural
experiences. From the rose-pink capital of Rajasthan
to the “Blue City” known as Jodhpur, you’ll explore
ancient forts, mystical palaces, towering monuments
and dazzling shrines.
Exotic beauty
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{A CLASSIC FAVORITE SINCE 1978}
The Taj Mahal is pure beauty—not just
in design and technique, but also in
desire and intent. Built as a monument
to love, it was commissioned by
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Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his
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wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Her passing left
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the Emperor so heartbroken that he
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vowed to honor her with a memorial
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of unmatched beauty and appointed
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the world’s best craftsmen and 20,000
workers to build this legendary
mausoleum. The result stands before
you—a delicately carved, white marble
Gracious giants of Amber Palace
jewel, which seems to float on a sea
of red limestone.
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Discover Ranthambhore National
Park, one of India’s finest wildlife
destinations. The park has a rich
diversity of flora and fauna. The
species’ lists include 300 trees, 50
aquatic plants, 272 birds, 12 reptiles
and amphibians, and 30 mammals. It
is famous for its elusive tigers and is a
favorite with photographers.
Ranthambhore National Park derives
its name from an 11th-century fort
—and the remnants of its summer
palaces and temples still stand.
Welcome to Ranthambhore's wildlife sanctuary
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{A CLASSIC FAVORITE SINCE 1978}
Classical India
AT A GLANCE
JOURNEY PACE: ACTIVE
From
Hometown
Delhi
DAY 1 Depart from home
Agra
Jodhpur Jaipur
Fatehpur Sikri
DAYS 2 – 4 New Delhi, India
Ranthambhore
3-nights, Taj Mahal Hotel or Taj Palace, New Delhi
Udaipur
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DAYS 5 & 6 Agra
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2-nights, Oberoi Amarvilas Hotel, Agra
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DAYS 7 & 8 Ranthambhore
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Air Travel
To Hometown
Land Travel
2-nights, Oberoi Vanyavilas, Ranthambhore National Park
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Mumbai
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DAYS 9 & 10 Jaipur
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2-nights, Rambagh Palace Hotel or
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Jaimahal Palace, Jaipur
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“India is a land of stunning
DAYS 11 & 12 Jodhpur
2-nights, Taj Hari Mahal Hotel, Jodhpur
diversity. A land of gracious people
DAYS 13 – 15 Udaipur & Mumbai
1-night, Lake Palace Hotel or Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur &
who welcome you with open arms.
2-nights, Taj Mahal Hotel, Mumbai
DAY 16 Depart for home
A land full of joys and sorrows,
which touches your very soul.”
Round Trip Business Class Airfare from $3,999**
– Jane Vermeulen, Travcoa Travel Director
2007 Departure Dates & Price Categories*
Date
Travcoa
Intra
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Select
Tour
Single
Air
Suppl.
Jan 11 – Jan 26
$8,695
500
3,245
Jan 25 – Feb 09
$8,695 500
3,245
Feb 08 – Feb 23
$8,695
500
3,245
Feb 15 – Mar 02
$8,695 500
3,245
Feb 22 – Mar 09
$8,695 500
3,245
Oct 01 – Oct 16
$8,995
500
3,495
Oct 18 – Nov 02
$8,995
500
3,495
Oct 25 – Nov 09
$8,995
500
3,495
Nov 01 – Nov 16
$8,995 500
3,495
Dec 20 – Jan 04, 2008
$9,595
500
3,795
2006 Fall & Winter departures sold out!
Ask about our flexible departure dates for Custom Journeys
*Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies.
Intra-tour air pricing is subject to change. International airfare is additional. All travel
arrangements will be sold subject to our terms and conditions. **Airfare does not include
taxes and fuel surcharges. Roundtrip airfare from JFK. Other U.S. cities can be priced as well.
Other restrictions may apply.
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Mystical India
21 DAYS
All-inclusive luxury package
from $10,595 per person*
“Enriching and broadening
experience; India is amazing.”
– Sandra & Michael, Travcoa Guests
Cities of Enduring Splendor
Aswirl with colorful saris, awash in
waves of song and prayer, India carries you on a sea
of artistic and architectural wonder. From the majesty
of the Taj Mahal to the minarets, mosques and palaces
of its ancient cities, India offers an unforgettable blend
of history and culture. Witness sunrise rituals of Hindu
pilgrims on the Ganges in Varanasi; explore bustling
The imposing Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur
markets; enjoy superb cuisine and accommodations that
enhance each destination on a journey that celebrates
India’s enduring splendor.
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{NEW FOR 2007}
Discover Khajuraho, a magnificent legacy
forgotten for centuries, and once
engulfed by vegetation. Known for its
magnificent temples, Khajuraho offers
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one of the most creative examples of late
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1st century Indian architecture—sublime
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sculptures and carvings depicting
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nymphs, beasts, demons, gods, and
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women, expressing a range of emotion,
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from fear and pain to love and passion.
On a safari adventure in Ranthambhore
National Park, encounter exotic flora and
fauna—and maybe a Bengal tiger . . .
A peek at the sensuous carvings of Khajuraho temples
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And of course, visit the most fabled
monument of all India, the Taj Mahal,
and witness the changing colors of its
glittering white marble at both sunrise
and sunset.
Snake charmers, Jaipur
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