A rich cultural history, cosmopolitan and rural cities, and a diversified landscape characterize India. With its huge landmass, it is impossible to experience its natural treasures without a good travel package.

The eight days’ and seven nights’ journey in “Palace on Wheels” takes a traveler across Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh (Delhi-Jaipur-Jaisalmer-Jodhpur-Sawai Madhopur-Chittaurgarh-Udaipur-Bharatpur-Agra). The luxury train has deluxe cabins, wall-to-wall carpeting, a bar, two dining cars and personalized service. Scheduled to leave the station in April 2006, the tariff per person for seven nights is single occupancy $395.00; double occupancy, $295.00; and triple occupancy, $240.00. This is inclusive of meals, sightseeing tours in deluxe coaches, entrance fees for monuments, palaces cultural entertainment at Jaipur and Jaisalmer, boat ride to and from Lake Palace Hotel at Udaipur, Elephant ride at Jaipur, Camel ride at Jaisalmer and Rickshaw ride at Bharatpur.

CONTACT: E-Mail: info@tsiindia.com; Tel: 91-11-29812205.

“Ananda Wellness Bliss” (five nights, six days) is the ideal tour to detoxify in Ananda Spa amid the serene Himalayas. The package includes a detoxifying drink (ginger, lemon and honey in hot water); three spa cuisine meals, per night of stay, per person; transfers from Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun or Haridwar Railway Station; spa orientation; use of Hydrotherapy facilities (jacuzzi, steam, sauna, chill plunge pool, Kneipp Hydrotherapy foot bath and heated lap pool), yoga, Pranayama, and meditation; daily use of the Nutritional, Wellness and Lifestyle Library; Hydrotherapy Aromatic Bath; customized Body Exfoliation Therapy; and a customized Massage per day. Contact: Tel: 91-11-2689 9999; Fax: 2613 1066; E-mail: sales@anandaspa.com.

Thirty kilometers south of Trivandrum on the backwaters, “Poovar Island Resort-Kerala Backwaters” is ideal for honeymooners and detoxifying ayurveda treatments. This resort is accessible only by a fifteen-minute cruise from the Poovar jetty. The three-day package comes at a price of Rs. 12,999 (per room; land costs only), and includes two nights, three days accommodations, airport /station transfer, boat transfer, meals, and a sunset cruise on the backwater. Twin accommodation in a Floating Cottage comes at a steeper price of Rs. 19,999 (valid till March 31, 2006). Contact: Thomas Cook, Dr. DN Road, Fort, Mumbai 400001 India; Tel: 91-22-22048556; Fax: 91-22-22871069.

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With over 800 dialects and fifteen key languages, several religions including Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Jainism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Zoroastrianism and Judaism, various genres of art, architecture, literature, music and dance, and lifestyles sweeping from urban and pastoral to tribal, India is characterized by a multifarious culture. For the traveler, this cultural feast is the country’s primary draw.

Whether you’re after adrenalin-pumping adventure, historical sightings or pristine beaches, scaling a mountainous peak or nightlong clubbing, India is a front-line tourist destination. Geographically speaking, there are few countries where you can go from tropical jungle to rugged mountains in less than 100 miles; the landscaped ranges from southern plains, riverside resorts, and beaches to vast deserts and snow-capped peaks. Bordered in the north by the Himalayan mountain range, the peninsula narrows down to Cape Comorin, its southernmost point. In the west, it is kissed by the Arabian Sea while to the east lies the Bay of Bengal.

Key attractions include the country’s cultural heritage and medieval society, its royal palaces and temples, its religious practices and festivals. The wealth of Indian culture, underlined by a religious tinge, has fascinated generations of travelers who are deeply moved by Quwallies (songs in praise of the Prophet) at Ajmer-e-Sharief; recitation of Gurbani (verses from the Granth Sahib) at Banglasahib Gurudwara; melodious synchronization of temple bells at the holy city of Pushkar; and Sunday masses in Goa. The recognition and acceptance of diversity has made Indians tolerant of all religions. They coexist because they respect their right to be different.

Tourist attractions notwithstanding, Indians love revelry, and every little occasion from the harvesting of crops and welcoming spring or bidding goodbye to winters, lends itself to festive celebrations splashed with vibrant colors, folk dances and traditional songs. People from different religions celebrate festivals like Holi (Festival of Color) and Diwali (Festival of Lights) with aplomb. The splendor and joviality of Id and Guru Purab celebrations also encompass people from all walks.

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Owing to the sheer size and diversified environment of the Indian subcontinent, it is unfeasible for a foreign traveler to truly experience its natural treasures like the Thar Desert, the holy city of Varanasi, Goan beaches, Taj Mahal, the carefree pace of life at the hill stations dotting Himachal Pradesh, and some of the most magnificent palaces in the world, without a good travel agent.

Indian Tour operators and Travel Agents offer cultural, adventure, and pilgrimage tours to Rajasthan, Kerala, and Himachal Pradesh. Recognised by Indian Association of Tour Operators, Govt. of India, Ministry of Tourism, they also offers deluxe, first-class and heritage hotels in Rajasthan and Kerala. Contact: Indian Horizons Private Limited, Taneja House, I-84, Lajpat Nagar II, New Delhi 110024 India; Tel: 91-11-29812205; Fax: 91-11-29812210; Email: info@tsiindia.com

Sita Inbound is one of India’s leading destination management companies, operating Inbound Tours, with tour operations and marketing activities centralized at their Head Office in New Delhi. The company’s strength is service backed by experience, a network of eleven branch offices across India, and marketing offices in London, Paris, Frankfurt, Milan, Barcelona, Lisbon and Stockholm. Sita Inbound organizes tours of the subcontinent for groups and individuals. Its key markets are Europe, UK, and North America, and it is actively targeting new markets like South America, East Africa, and Austral-Asia. Contact: Sita House, Presidential Business Park, C-9 Vasant Kunj, New Delhi 110070 India; Tel: 91-11-26121110; Fax: 91-1126121125; Email: corporate@sitaindia.com

Thomas Cook has strategic mergers and associations with leading leisure travel agencies to offer the foreign traveler a wide choice of luxurious holidays. The options include budget tours with Cosmos, resort holidays with Club Med, and luxury cruises with Star Cruises, Cunard and others. Their services include a host of activities like safaris, adventure travel, fairs and festivals, and special interest holidays. Contact: Thomas Cook Building, Dr. DN Road, Fort, Mumbai 400001 India; Telephone: 91-22-22048556; Fax: 91-22-22871069.

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