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33 days India Special  R27999 per person sharing.incl return air ticket airport Taxes and breakfast

NEPAL* ( KATHMANDU,is the capital of Nepal.Durbar Square* (uncso world) heritage site*Pashupatinath Temple* view of the summit and Himalayan Peaks can be seen.Budhanilkantha Vishnu reclining on  the bed of serpents known as Nagas seems to float in the pond.This shrine dates back to 5 centery. Chobhar George water falls*POKRA * has a  spectacular back drop of snowy peaks *snowy mountains*

Phewa Lake*Bhai Temple *Seti* Devis Fall* International Mesum.DELHI* India Gate * Qutab Minar ( tallest Brick Minaret in the world) Gandhi Smriti* India Gate *

mple) Agra*attraction of Taj Mahal* VARANSAI* also called BANARAS or KASHI. Is also a mirror of the age_ old Indian civilization. Widness the Aarti from the boat.* Cruise  of the GANGIES RIVER. AYODHIA * SONAULI*LUCKNOW* Kashmir*Srinagar* stay in *transfer by Shikaara Ride*(breakfast * lunch and dinner provided in house boat*)Gulmarg cable car from Gold Marg to Kilmarg*AMRISTA known as Ramdaspur historically* visit the Golden Temple* Wagah Boarder 30 km away from Amrista .HYDRABUD *

( city of Pearls ) largest flim city in the world RAMOGI FLIM CITY  entery fees included in flim city. Ramwshwaram* Rameshwaram Bridge* Hanuman build for Lord Ram. CHENNAI/ MADRAS* KANYAKUMARI   stand on the middle of the 3 seas BAY OF BANGAL *INDIAN OCEAN* ARABIAN SEA* formally known as Cape Comorin state of

 TAMIL NADU*It lies in the southernmost tip of India  and Subcontinent*Visit Vivekananda rock *Memorial Thiruvalluvar Statue*Transported by ferry to  the middle of three seas. OOTY from Nigal to Conoor toy train* Tea factory* BANGLORE* MYSORE *Maharaja’s  Palace *Zoo* Brindivan Gardens *Musical fountain *Chamundi Mountain* KERALA* Backwaters of  Keral by boat *Cochin * GOA * World Heritage Church* Sun set cruise* with live band and Goan dance* boat cruise. BOMBAY MUMBAI*

Price includes: tours* transfers*on all aircon. vehicles and rooms*air ticket from Durban* Jnb/return * includes  airport taxes* Daily breakfast and finger dinner.*entry fees  as specified*  hotel accomodatation*4 internal flights includes airport taxes. *English speaking tour guide.
Miss Maharaj will personally supervise this tour.

MAHARAJ’S TRAVEL AND TOURS

TEL : 0312613851* 0312613713 * 0312613851*

0825871888

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Email: maharajtraveltourssa@yahoo.co.za

TOUR “ A”

NEPAL ( KATMHMANDU )* NORTH INDIA KASMIR & BOMBAY

TOUR :A

SEP 15 FEB  RET 07  MARCH 2015

21   DAYS  for R22 995 per person sharing.

PLACES OF INTEREST:

NEPAL *  KATHMANDU * Pushupatnath  Temple.*BUDDIST STUPA OF OVER 2000 YEARS STANDING ON A HILLOCKAT A MEJESTIC HEIGHT OF 77 METERS* POKHARA *IS SOURROUNDED BY THE HIMALAYAN PEAKS. Phewa Lake* NAGARKOOT *DELHI* LOUTIS TEMPLE* AGRA* TAJ MAHAL*VARANSAI* VIEW THE SUNSET ARTHIE ON A BOAT CRUISE*AYODHIA* BIRTH PLACE OF LOARD RAM *SARNATH* DEVOTED  TO LORD SHIVA, BUDDA CONVEYED HIS FIRST ORATION* Sunauli ( boarder of india and Nepal). SIDDHARTHANGER KNOWN AS GATEWAY TO LUMBINI, THE BIRTH PLACE OF GAUTAMA BUDDDHA* LUCKNOW  IS WITH AURA THAT REFUSES TO FADE AWAY*(CITY ORIENTATION TOUR*) Kasmir / Srinagar* stay in house boat( breakfast * lunch* dinner* include).Amrista  Golden Temple.Waga boarder*  *MUMBAI ( BOMBAY)*

Price incls :

TOURS * TRANSFERS * BED BREAKFAST  AND DINNER H 3 *** STAR HOTEL ACCOMMODATION  RETURN AIR TICKET ALL INCL APT DBN/JNB.4 internal flights in India AIRCON. ROOMS PRIVATE TOILET AND BATHROOM  TV EN TELEPHONE IN ROOMS.AIRCON VECHICLE ENGLISH SPEAKING TOUR GUIDE. MISS MAHARAJ WILL PERSONALLY SUPERVISE THIS TOUR.

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SOUTH TOUR:”B” SOUTH INDIA

DEP : 03 MARCH RET 19 MARCH 2014

19 DAYS: R19995 per person sharing.

PLACES OF INTREST:

HYDRABUD * LARGEST FLIM CITY IN WHOLE OF WORLD.* CHENNAI*TASUMI AREA* RAMESWARM  RAM”S BRIDGE BUILD BY HUNMAN* KANYAKUMARI*LIES  500 METERS   IN THE CONFLUENCE OF INDIAN OCEAN, THE ABRIAN SEA ,AND BAY OF BENGAL ROCK WHICH WILL BE VISITED BY SKIPPER.* ALLEPEY/Kerala  SAIL THE  BACK  WATERS * AYVURVEDA TREATMENT * COCHIN*KERALA KNOWN AS THE “QUEEN ON THE ARABIAN SEA*OOTHY QUEEN OF SOUTHERN HILL STATION* MYS0RE* BRINDIVAN  GARDENS* MUSICAL FOUNTAIN*BANGLORE* ( SAI BABA’S  ASHRAM OPTIONAL) GOA*THE SUN SET CRUISE  WITH GOAN DANCE AND LIVE DANCE * BOMBAY (MUMBAI)

ABOVE PRICE INCL : BREAKFAST AND DINNER* ENTERY FEES TO FLIM CITY INCLUDED.* TOURS TRANSFERS HOTEL 3 ***STAR HOTEL ACCOMMODATION RETURN AIR TICKET ALL AIRCON ROOMS PRIVATE  TOILET AND BATHROOM HOT AND COLD WATER TV AND TELEPHONE IN ROOMS. ALL AIR CON VEHICLE

ENGLISH SPEAKING TOUR GUIDES MISS MAHARAJ WILL PERRSONALLY  SUPERVISE THIS TOUR.

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TOUR C:  DEP 15Feb ret dep19 March 2015

TOUR A* + B* COMBINED

33 DAYS

OnlY R27995TOUR

TOUR ” A”    R22995

TOUR “B “     R 19995.

ON SPEARATE DEP =  R42995 PER PERSON SHARING.

ON SPECIAL FOR COMBINED TOUR ‘A + B

R27995 PER PERSON SHARING.

SAVE

R25000.per person.

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North India.

Dep 13 Feb ret 23 Feb 2015.North tour .2015

11 days . for only R12999.PER PERSON SHARING.

Places of intreast. * Delhi* Agra ( Taj Mahal)* Mathura *Brandivan * Haridwar Ganga Aarti*Mansa Devi Temple  by cable car ride * Rishikesh*Bombay.

Price incl : air ticket from DURBAN /JNB./ BOM  INCL AIRPORT  TAXES. TOURS *TRANSFERS * BREAKFAST *3 STAR HOTEL ACCOMMODATION*.ENGLISH SPEAKING TOUR GUIDE ON TOURS.ALL AIRCON VEHICLE.

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DEP  21 MAY ret o4 June2015

15 DAYS. FOR ONLY R19750 PER PERSON SHARING.’

PLACES OF INTEREST.

COLOMBO* Kamambal * Suzieria *Dumbula* Candy* Nwayala* Anghulaha* lavila * Bombay.

Price incl: tours * transfers * Breakfast * 3 star hotel accommodation* return air ticket * all aircon vehicle* English speaking tour guide on tours* Miss Maharaj will personally supervise this tour.

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North India

.  28  Dec 2014 ret  19 Jan 2015.

24  days. R25999 .per person sharing.

4 **** star hotels.

Places of interest:

Delhi *Jaipur * (Rajastan) Agra Taj mahal)*  Haridwar* *Rishikesh Gangies River.RAM LUCHMAN JHULA *Mansa Devi Temple.Varanasai * Sarnath* Ayodhya * Lucknow* Sunauli* Pokhra * Kathmandu* Nagarkoot* Bombay ( Mumbai).*

Price incl : tours transfers* breakfast * 4****star hotel accommodation* return air ticket.* incl taxes .

English speaking tour guide on tours.ALL AIRCON VEHICLE.

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MAHARAJ’S  TRAVEL  & TOURS

TEL: 0312619425 /031 2613713 /031 2613851

Email: maharajtraveltourssa@yahoo.co.za

DEWALI SPECIAL

18 DAYS FOR ONLY R21000

DEP : 15 OCTOBER RET 1 NOV 2015

NEPAL* PASHUPATINATH TEMPLE & SUIATED  5 KM NORTH EAST OF KAHMANDU & IS ONE  OF THE MOST FAMOUS AND OLDEST HINDU PIGRIMAGE SHRINES IN NEPAL*POKHARA  PHEWA LAKE 9TEMPLE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE LAKE TRANSFERS BY BOAT.ANCIENT LAKES WATERFALLS AND  GORGEOUS.MAJESTIC VIEWS OF HIMLAYAN MOUNTAINS * LUCKNOW * VARANASI ALSO KNOWN AS BANARES OR KASHI,  IS AN INDIAN CITY ON THE BANKS OF THE RIVER GANGARIVER.EVEING ARTI *AYODHYA –RAMKOT.RAM JANAMBHOOMI.AMRISTA WAGAH  BOARDER, WATCH THE SUNSET AND CHANGING OF GUARDS AND CEREMONIAL LOWERING OF FLAG.FAMOUS GOLDEN TEMPLE*DELHI, VISIST QUTAB MINAR LOUTIS TMPLE ,GANDI SMIRITSI  AGRA TAJ MAHAL *KASMIR STAY IN HOUSE BOAT. BREAKFAST # LUNCH & DINNER PROVIDED IN HOUSE BOAT ONLY. GULMARG. gondola ride *  # shikera ride# sledge ride optional*SARNATH *BUDDHIST CENTRE* GORAKHPUR*SUNALI*

Price incl :       

TOURS & TRANSFERS* 3 STAR HOTEL ACCOMMODATION*ALL AIRCORN ROOMS*PRIVATE TOILET EN BATHROOM*BREAKFAST*RETURN AIR TICKET TO DURBAN INCL AIRPORT TAXES*3 INTERNAL FLIGHTS *ALL AIRCORN VEHICLE*ENGLISH SPEAKING TOUR GUIDE .MS MAHARAJ WILL PERSONALLY SUPERVISE THIS TOUR.

        

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SHIVARATREE 31 DAYS FOR ONLY R25000 PER PERSON SHARING.

NORTH *SOUTH* NEPAUL*KASMIR *TOUR PAY NOW TO BEAT THE PRICE INCREASE.

AVOID DISSAPPOINTMENT.

Tour A

Depart Durban 25 Feb 2014 - Return 11 March 2014.  15 Days For Only R20 000.

MAHASHIVRATREE GROUP TOUR 

KATHMANDU

Kathmandu is the capital and largest metropolitan city of Nepal.  The city is the urban core of the Kathmandu Valley in the Himalayas, which also contains two sister cities namely Patan or Lalitpur, 5 kilometres (3,1 m) to its southeast and Bhaktapur, 14 kilometres (8,7 m) to its east.  Kathmandu is not only the capital of the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal but also the headquarters of the Central Region (Madhyamanchal) among the five development regions constituted by the 14 administrative zones of Nepal located at the central part of the country.

IN KATHMANDU

Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swyambhunath Stupa & Patan visit Kathmandu Square, with its old temples and palaces, epitomizes the religious and cultural life of the people.  Here, the kings of Nepal are crowned and solemnized.  Interesting things for visitors to see are Taleju temple, gigantic figure of Kalbhairav (the god of destruction), Basantapur Durbar and Temple of Kumari (living goddess).

After Durbar Square visit Swaya-mbhunath or also known as the 'Monkey Temple', the world's most glorious Buddhist Stupa of over 2000 years standing on a hillock at a majestic height of 77m.  This site also commands an excellent view of the Kathmandu Valley.  Later visit the Patan Durbar Square, a World Heritage Site.  Marvel at the ancient palaces, temples and shrines with their splendid courtyards.  Visit Pashupatinath, Bhadgaon and Bodhnath.


BHAIRWA 

Bhairwa is a municipality near the Indian border on the Outer Terai plains of Nepal, 265km (165m) west of Kathmandu Nepal's capital.  Siddharthanger is the administrative seat of Rupandehi District.  It is also known as ''Gateway of Lumbini'', Lumbini, the birthplace of Gautama Buddha is 25km away to the west of Siddharthanager, Bhairahawa was derived from the deity Bhairava a manifestation of Shiva. Siddharthanager comes from The Buddha's given name Siddhartha.  The name Siddhartanager was given by Komal Dutta Tiwari.


AYODHYA and SARNATH 

Visit Ayodhya.  With little over 10 sq Km in area, lying on the banks of the river
Ghagra or Saryu, this ancient city is believed to be the birth place of Lord Rama, the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu.  The holy book of Hindus - the Ramayana - says, the city was founded by Manu.  Later, it became the capital of the descendants of the Surya dynasty.  Lord Rama was the most celebrated King of the dynasty.  Known as 'Kosaldesa' in ancient times, the place has been described as a ''city built by gods and being as prosperous as paradise itself'', in the Ahtarvaveda.  From the time immemorial, this place has been noted for the performance of various rituals and Yajnas, including 'Asvamedha Yajna'.  From the epic and puranic ages, Ayodhya rose to prominence again in the 6th century B.C. the times of Buddha.

Later excursion trip for Sarnath temple.  Sarnath is devoted to Lord Shiva, the most sa cred shrine in Varanasi.  It is about 15km from the holy city of Varanasi, where Buddha decided to convey his first oration. The illustrious Mantra, 'BuddhamSharanamGachhami', owes its foundation to Sarnath.  Later followed by city tour Visit the Vishwanath temple, also called the golden temple.  Return to Varanasi.

DELHI 

This is the capital of India and can be called as a major gateway to India.  Delhi is one of the most important metropolitan in India, as it is the city of power.  It has a very good combination of both modern, as well as ancient culture.  In these 3000 years of its existence, there has been the origin of seven more cities, where the traditional Indian capital is.

Strategic location, mixture of modern and Indian culture, rich history, medieval market, beside the modern ones etc are the main reasons of choosing it, as the seat of power.  Delhi is a city waiting to be explored.  It is also known as the Headquarters of Indian politics, as most of the heads of the Indian government and other political parties; reside here, including the Prime Minister and President of the country.
Overnight at Hotel.

VARANASI 

The city of Varanasi is situated along the west bank of the Ganges in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Called Benaras by the British, Varanasi is an important pilgrimage centre for the Hindus.  The city finds mention in the great epics of Mahabharata and Ramayana.  It was a flourishing trade center when Buddha came to Sarnath, about 10 kilometers away, to  preach his first sermon in 500 BC.  The renowned American novelist Mark Twain once wrote, ''Benara is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend and looks twice as old as all of them put together.''  Right from the ancient times, Varanasi has stood as a symbol of Hindu renaissance and preserved the rituals and traditions of Hindu philosophy.  Down the ages, pilgrims from distant lands have come to Varanasi in search of divine blessings.

Afternoon city tour of Varanasi visiting temples from the major source of attraction in this ancient city.  The banks of the Ganges, considered to be a sacred river by the Hindus are the centre of much of the religious activity that occurs in the city.  The ghats built along the banks of the river for such religous activity also form a major source of attraction here.  Some of the other interesting places to visit around the city are Alamgir Mosque, Durga Temple, Vishwanat Temple, Bharat Mata temple, Tulsi Manas Temple, Banaras Hindu University and the Archaeological Museum.  In the evening witness the glittering Aarti ceremony at the Ganges.

POKHARA

The biggest tourist destination in Nepal after Kathmandu, Pokhara is a subtropic valley surrounded by lofty Himalayan peaks.  The name Pokhara has been derived from pokhri, a word in Nepali signifying pond.  In earlier times the place was a big lake.  Today in addition to the town, there are three major lakes namely, Phewa, Rupa and Begnas here.  Due to its nearness to the Himalayan peaks, Pokhara is home to some of the most beautiful vistas in the world.  The abrupt changes in the altitude makes the place even more exciting. Pokhara does not have a long history.  It was founded in the 16th century by Gurungs.  The construction of two national highways in the 1970's marked the phase of modern development here and in no time it became a well-known hippie hideout.  Today Pokhara is the centre of river rafting industry and starting point of some of the most exciting treks besides being an important administrative and commercial centre in Nepal.  The town landscape has changed a lot in the last few decades and a concrete jungle has come up to satisfy needs of ever increasing number of visitors but Pokhara has still maintained its small town image that is best experienced during the off season.

LUCKNOW

Popularly known as the seat of the Nawabi culture, Lucknow stands out as a city that takes pride in the endearing but subdued atriculation of its essence and identity.  Its mystical elegance and amorous ethos rarely fail to fascinate a perceptive mind.  Indeed it is difficult to remain unimpressed by its 'tehzeeb'  (cultural refinement), hospitality, politeness, cuisines and 'Shaam-e-Awadh'.  At the same time, Lucknow is placed among the fastest growing cities of India and is rapidly emerging as a manufacturing, commercial and retailing hub.  This unique combination of rich cultural traditions and brisk economic growth provides Lucknow with an aura that refuses to fade away.  Afternoon city orientation tour.

AGRA 

Agra is the quintessential Mughal City, where the world mavels at the epitome of love, beauty and sacrifice, The Taj-Mahal one of the wonders of the world.  So overwhelming is the magic monument, that Agra has been immortalized, as the City of the Taj.  Afternoon city tour visiting Taj Mahal, built by the Moghul Emperor Shahjehan in 1630 for his queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains.  Besides the Taj, the Agra Fort (also called the Red Fort) makes an interesting sight.  Besides the historical monuments, one can also explore Agra's rich heritage of handicrafts in its markets.

MUMBAI 

Mumbai formerly Bombay, is the capital of the Indian state of Maharashtra.  As of 2009, Mumbai is the largest city in the world in terms of population, with the city proper having a population of approximately 14 million inhabitants, and along with the neighbouring cities of Navi Mumbai and Thane, it forms an urban agglomeration with around 19 million people.  Mumbai lies on the west coast of India and has a deep natural harbour.  As of 2009, Mumbai was named an Alpha world city.

Afternoon city tour once you are in Mumbai, the list of sites to visit is endless.  First of all the twinkling lights from the skyscrapers itself will keep your eyes wide open with excitement and wonder.  And to add up to your excitement you have a number of sites to visit that could be teamed up as historical sites, contemporary wonders, archaeological sites, religous sites and natural wonders.  The Gateway of India is the main attraction of Mumbai city, Built to commemorate the visit of King George and Queen Mary for the Delhi Durbar in the year 1911, this massive historical monument makes a must visit during your Mumbai sightseeing.  Moreover, there are sites like the Mani Bhawan or the Gandhi memorial, Marine Drive, that give you the feeling of being in the commercial capital of India.  The gardens like the Hanging Garden and the Kamla Nehru Garden will provide you the much needed rest between your sightseeing trips and the Chowpatty gives you the view of one of the most happening beaches of Mumbai.

11 March 2014:  Arrive Home 

Tour Package Details:

Departs 25 Feb 2014 - Returns 11 March 2014

15 Days for only R20 000 per person sharing.  (Including Taxes) 

Price Includes:

Tours, Transfers, Bed & Breakfast, Hotel Accommodation, Return Air Ticket, Private Toilet and Bathroom, Hot and Cold Water in Bathrooms.  All Aircon Rooms, TV and Telephone in rooms.  Aircon in vehicles, English Speaking Tour Guide.  Miss Shakun Maharaj will personally supervise this tour.

Tour B 

Depart Durban 08 March 2014 - Return 26 March 2014.  19 Days For Only R20 000.  

MAHASHIVRATREE SOUTH GROUP TOUR

HYDERABAD

Hyderabad, the city of Charminar was founded by Quli Qutab Shah.  Hyderabad is also the city of fabulously rich Nizams, the stories of whose hordes of gold, diamonds and pearls spread far and wide.  The Hyderabad city is cosmopolitan and is richly endowed with a variety of cultures.  While Muslim people are concentrated more towards the old city like Charminar, Secunderabad has a got a more contemporary look with a concentration of Anglo-Indians.  The city of Hyderabad presents an attractive amalgam of old word charm together with the ebullience of growth and enterprise.  Beautiful old edifices built in the medieval Mughal, Colonial and Indo-Saracenic styles abound, rubbing shoulders with large glass and chrome temples of commerce.  Proceed for Sightseeing of Hyderabad, Char Minar, Mecca Mosque, Salar Jang Museum, Golkonda.  

GOA

Full day at leisure to enjoy the beach.  Full day free for independent activities.

MUMBAI 

Mumbai, formerly Bombay, is the capital of the Indian state of Maharashtra.  As of 2009, Mumbai is the largest city in the world in terms of population, with the city proper having a population of approximately 14 million inhabitants, and along with the neighbouring cities of Navi, Mumbai and Thane, it forms an urban agglomeration with around 19 million people.  Mumbai lies on the west coast of India and has a deep natural harbour.  As of 2009 Mumbai was named an Alpha world city.  

Afternoon city tour once you are in Mumbai, the list of sites to visit is endless.  First of all the twinkling lights from the skyscrapers itself will keep your eyes wide open with excitement and wonder.  And to add up to your excitement you have a number of sites to visit that could be teamed up as historical sites, contemporary wonders, archaeological sites, religious sites and natural wonders.  The Gateway of India is the main attraction of Mumbai city.  Built to commemorate the visit of King George and Queen Mary for the Delhi Durbar in the year 1911, this massive historical monument makes a must visit during your Mumbai sightseeing.  Moreover, there are sites like the Mani Bhawan or the Gandhi memorial, Marine Drive that gives you the feeling of being in the commercial capital of India.  The gardens like the Hanging Garden and the Kamla Nehru Garden will provide you the much needed rest between your sightseeing trips and the Chowpatty gives you the view of one of the most happening beaches of Mumbai. 

HYDERABAD

The Charminar - a majestic architectural monument standing at the heart of the old city of Hyderabad, built by Mohammad Quli Qutub Shah in 1591.  The Hussain Sagar is a large tank whose blue water provides a pleasant backdrop to the city's landscape.  Salar Jung Museum is one of the best-known museums in India where you can find private collectiongs of the Nizams.  Golconda Fort - a majestic monument, which lies on the western outskirts of Hyderabad city.  It speaks of a great cultural heritage of 400 years and is regarded as a place worth visiting.  Other important attractions in the city include Naubat Pahad, State Central Library.  

CHENNAI 

Chennai - Capital of the south-eastern state of Tamil Nadu, Chennai is one of the four major metropolitan cities in India.  Today, it is hard to believe that a place that was till 1639 just a small fishing village would become such an enormous and beautiful city.  Situated on the shores of the Bay of Bengal,  Chennai is perhaps the most peaceful and green metropolis in India.  Chennai has a number of attractions for the tourists to see.  One of them is the beautiful Marina beach, where the blue waters of the Bay of Bengal mingle with the golden sands.  The city has its share of forts and palaces reminding the tourists of the glory bygone eras.

MADURAI 

Kapaleeshwarar Temple:  A masterpiece of Dravidian architecture, the ancient Shiva temple, is the biggest in Chennai.  Fort St George:  Located on the seashore near the harbour.  Fort St George was built for the East India Co.  in 1960 AD.  Marina Beach:  the pride of Chennai is the second longest beach in the World and has a wide sandy foreshore.  Other attractions are Fort Museum and St Mary's Church and Little Mount Shrine.  

KUMARAKOM

Kumarakom is a must visit place of Kerala.  The main attraction includes the Kumarakom bird sanctuary set in 14 acres of woods.  The sanctuary has a large variety of migratory birds and offers a visitor the options of sailing in its backwaters.  Sailing in the boathouses out here is a once in a lifetime experienced.  Poled by local oarsman, the houseboats are generally furnished with a living room, a bedroom, a private sit-out for the passengers and some of the water related hobbies.

Kumarakom is also famous for its old churches and the exceptionally popular ayurveda treatment.  Cochin is popularly known as the 'Queen on the Arabian Sea' and is the oldest European settlement in India. Surrounded by backwaters, this city has always managed to atrract voyagers to travel to Kerala, India.  

Afternoon city tour of Cochin visiting Dutch Palace, built by the Portuguese, known for its murals depicting scenes from the Ramayana and the Mahabharata and dresses and palanquins used by Cochin's erstwhile rulers;  Koonan Kurishu Shrine which is a small chapel, Jewish Synagogue which has a number of copper plates inscribed in the Hebrew script.  Fort Kochi, St Francis Church, the oldest one to be constructed by Europeans in India; Santa Cruz Basilica with a beautifully painted ceiling, and, Chinese Fishing Nets near the harbour's entrance of Cochin.  

COCHIN - OOTY

Ooty:  Nestled among the hills of Dodabetta, Snowdon, Elk Hill and Club Hill in the Nigiri ranges, Ooty (also Ootacamund or Udhagamandalam) is the queen of the southern hill stations and a popular tourist destination of Tamil Nadu.  The history of Ooty goes back to about 900 years when it was ruled by Vishnu Vardhana, the Hoysala king from AD 1104 to 1141.  The city also finds mention in the writing of Jacome Ferico, the first European to visit this place in 1603.  In 1799, this hilly region came under the control of the British East India Company.  The British established Ooty to serve as the summer headquarters of the Madras government.  A government house was built and keeping in tune with the English lifestyle, the British set up cottages and clubs, with facilities for tennis, golf and horse riding.  With the establishment of numerous tea estates in the subsequent years, Ooty made its presence felt in the tourist map of India.  

OOTY - MYSORE

Mysore was ruled by the Wodeyars since the 14th century except for a brief period of 40 years in the later 18th century when Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan ruled over the city.  The Wodeyar family managed to get back the kingdom when, in 1799, Tipu Sultan surrendered to the British.  The benevolent rule of the Wodeyar kings is evident in the city's meticulous planning.  The city's architectural heritage and its long-held tradition of music and dance, art and literature were nurtured under their patronage.  This city is 'The Jewel of Karnataka' and provides glimpses of its past grandeur.  Stately Mysore with its tree lined boulevards, grand palaces and gardens is one of India's finest cities.  Life retains its calm measured pace, punctuated by outbursts of activity, celebrating festvials.  Today's program includes a city tour covering Maharaja's Palace built as recently as 1897. 

BANGALORE

Bangalore is known as the garden city of India.  Bangalore is one of the most visited destinations of Southern India.  There are many stories and legends related to the city.  However the present look of the garden city was given to it in the 16th century.  Because of the initiative it took in the wake of the Information Technology revolution in the country, Bangalore has been nicknamed as the Silicon City of India.

After breakfast half day city tour visiting the Vidhan Soudha - The building is a massive neo Dravidian architecture presently functioning as the state legislative assembly, Cubbon Park in the heart of the city, Lal Bagh which is famous for the wonderful bloomed red roses and the Bangalore Palace are some of the other must see of this garden city.  

26 March 2014:  Arrive Home

Departs 08 March 2014 - Returns 26 March 2014

19 Days:  R20 000 per person sharing.  (includes all taxes) 

Above Price Includes:  Tours, Taxes, Transfers, Hotel Accommodation, Return Air Ticket, All Aircon. Rooms, Private Toilets and Bathroom.  Hot and Cold Water in all Bathrooms, TV and Telephone in Rooms.  All Aircon. Vehicles.  English Speaking Guides.

Miss Shakun Maharaj will personally supervise this tour.

Tour C  

30 days departs: 25 Feb 2014 - Returns 26 March 2014.

(North and South Tour A and B combined 30 Days)

Only R25 000

Depart:  25 Feb 2014 - Returns 26 March 2014.

Bonus - Jhansi Sort Orientation Tour

Price includes:  Tours, Airfare, Return Flights, Hot and Cold Water in all Hotel Bathrooms, Aircon, TV in Rooms and Telephones, A/C Buses.  Bed & Breakfast.

English Speaking Tour Guide.

Miss Shakun Maharaj will personally supervise this tour. 

Bookings: email maharajtraveltours@yahoo.com 

or call 031-261-9425 / 031-261-3713