North Indian Tour
Delhi
The name brings the complexities, the contradictions, the beauty & the dynamism of a city where the past coexists with the present. Many dynasties ruled here & have left behind a rich heritage of architectural value through their monuments. Diverse cultural elements absorbed into the daily life of the city have enriched its characters. Exploring the city can be a fascinating & rewarding experience.
General Information
Area : 1484 Sq.Km.
Altitude : 239 m Above Sea Level
Population : 9,370,475
Literacy Rate : 76.1%
Density : 6139 Persons Per Sq. Km.
Language : Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, English
Climate : The capital has an extreme climate. December & January are chilly with night times lows of 4 ° C. The city has spring months in February & March. The summer months of May & June are scorchingly hot with mercury soaring to a high of 46 ° C. The city does not have much of rainy season. The monsoon lasts from July to September.
How To Reach There
Air: All the major National & International Air Lines have their Flights operating from Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Rail: The Indian Railway with their modem & organized network connects Delhi to all major & minor destination in India. There are three important railway stations in Delhi namely New Delhi Railway Station, Old Delhi Railway Station & Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station.
Bus: Delhi is well connected by road to all major destinations in North India. The Inter State Bus Terminus (ISBT ) are located at Kashmiri Gate, Saraj Kale-Khan & Anand Vihar.
Rajasthan
Explore Rajasthan
The history of Rajasthan goes back 5000 years and boasts a heritage as rich as its landscape, from the grand palaces and rugged forts to its tranquil and camel safaris to trekking. Those looking for taste of royal lifestyle just need to check into one of the several palace hotels or heritage hotels that will make it possible for them to be treated like royal guests.
Places of Rajasthan
Lake Palace - Udaipur, The City Palace - Jaipur, City Palace or Vinay Vilas Mahal - Alwar, The Taragarh Palace - Bundi, Padmini’s Palace - Chittaurgarh, Umaid Bhawan Palace - Jodhpur.
Rajasthan Adventure
Pitting their wits against the most ferocious of animals was considered a challenge. Wrestling was yet another outlet for those seeking a show of strength. Today times have changed but the search for adventure still remains. So if you're driven by the call of adventure, come to Rajasthan. The spirit of adventure and bravery has always been a prominent part of life.
Rajasthan : Arts & Crafts
Rajasthan is among the richest states in the country as far as the field of arts and crafts is concerned. May be it was a result of the war-like lifestyle of the people of Rajasthan which sharpened the creative senses, artistic skills and inspired them to create the most opulent and richest of treasures. Stone, clay, leather, wood, ivory, lac glass, brass, silver, gold and textiles were given the most brilliant forms.
Cuisine in Rajasthan
Rajasthani cooking was inclined to the war-like lifestyle of the medieval Rajasthan and the availability of ingredients of the region. Food that could last for several days and could be eaten without heating was preferred, more out of necessity than choice. Scarcity of water, fresh green vegetables have had their effect on cooking.
Fairs & Festivals
A lively and colourful event, the Camel Festival is organized by the Department of Tourism, Art & Culture, Rajasthan in Bikaner every year. January is just the right month for a desert spree, and Bikaner just the right place to see the Ships of the Desert.
Nature Cure Centers in Rajasthan
Ancient wisdom passed down through generations has given us timeless practical philosophies for maintaining a healthy and peaceful life. At present, India has many health care systems which have a holistic approach towards treating health ailments.
Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh, one of the most fascinating states of the Indian Union. Whether one is on a spiritual quest, or in search of adventure, or just on a curiosity trip, Uttar Pradesh has something to offer to everyone.Uttar Pradesh is situated in the northern part of India, it has the distinction of being the most populous state of India. In terms of area, it is the fourth largest, among all the states.It is divisible into three distinct regions geographically; the Himalayan region on the north, the vast Gangetic plain at the centre, and the Vindhya Range and plateau on the south. Uttar Pradesh is watered by the mighty rivers of northern India - Ganga, Yamuna, Ramganga, Gomati and Ghaghara. Nearly all the important towns and trading centres of the state, are clustered around these rivers. The confluence of the Ganga and Yamuna, the two most sacred rivers of India, at Allahabad, has been a vital pilgrimage site through the centuries.Uttar Pradesh offers an endless array of attractions, to the tourist by way of monuments, health resorts, mountain peaks, a wealth of ancient temples and viharas, rich flora and fauna, fascinating rivers and captivating valleys. Agra, Ayodhya, Sarnath, Varanasi, Lucknow, Mathura and Prayag combine religious and architectural marvels; Nainital, Mussorie, Ranikhet and Almora are hill resorts of rare charm; Corbett and Dudhwa National Parks head a long list of wildlife reserves and sanctuaries; Yamnotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath, Hemkund and the Pindari Glacier, enfolded wthin the Himalayan ranges, offer a combination of adventure, pilgrim centres and natural beauty.
How to Reach There
Air : Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, is well connected by air with New Delhi, Patna, Calcutta and Mumbai.
Rail :Lucknow is an important junction of the Northern and North Eastern Railways. It is well connected with all important cities of India.
Road : Lucknow is well connected with New Delhi (497 km), Agra (363 km), Calcutta (985 km), Kanpur (79 km) and Allahabad (225 km).
Himachal Pradesh
The earliest known inhabitants of the region were tribals called Dasas. Later, Aryans came and they assimilated in the tribes. In the later centuries, the hill chieftains accepted suzerainty of the Mauryan empire, the Kaushans, the Guptas and Kanuaj rulers. During the Mughal period, the Rajas of the hill states made some mutually agreed arrangements which governed their relations. In the 19th century, Ranjit Singh annexed/subjugated many of the states. When the British came, they defeated Gorkhas and entered into treaties with some Rajas and annexed the kingdoms of others. The situation more or less remained unchanged till 1947. After Independence, 30 princely states of the area were united and Himachal Pradesh was formed on 15th April, 1948. With the recognition of Punjab on 1st November, 1966, certain areas belonging to it were also included in Himachal Pradesh. On 25th January, 1971, Himachal Pradesh was made a full-fledged State.
The State is bordered by Jammu & Kashmir on North, Punjab on West and South-West, Haryana on South, Uttar Pradesh on South-East and China on the East.
Jammu Kashmir
They say a visit to Kashmir can divide your life into two halves - before and after Kashmir. For indeed, after a trip to this unforgettable land, you are never quite the same again.Nestling in the lap of the dazzling, snow-capped Himalayas, the Kashmir valley is undoubtedly a jewel in India's crown. An inspiration for so much art, music and poetry, Kashmir is also a honey-mooners' paradise, a nature lover's wonderland and a shopper's dream come true.Over the years, Kashmir has come to love and look after its tourists, fulfilling their every whim. Tourists are everywhere, soaking up all that Kashmir has to offer - the walks, the pony treks, the cable car rides over Gulmarg resort, the shikara rides at sunset on the Dal lake…And once you have visited Kashmir, you will agree that what began as a dream, lives on as an unforgettable experience.
Uttaranchal
The woodcarving of the region is breathtaking for its simple & beautiful designs. The carved wooden front doors with floral designs, animals & fishes standout for its simple beauty.
Travel to Garhwal Region: Uttaranchal blessed with magnificent glaciers , majestic snow-clad mountains, gigantic and ecstatic peaks, valley of flowers, skiing slopes and dense forests, this Abode of Gods includes many shrines and places of pilgrimage
Travel to Kumaon Region: Extending from the northern end of the Ganga plains right up to Tibet, Kumaon's endless panorama of scenic wonders is nothing short of romance with pristine and soul-lifting nature itself. Kumaon consists of districts of Nainital, Udham Singh Nagar, Almora and Pithoragarh
Uttaranchal : Adventure
One can opt for Canoeing, Kayaking or Rafting, depending on the nature of the water. Pit your will and skill against nature as you negotiate the rapids, maneuver the bends, speed along gorges and break into sparkling surf.
Uttaranchal : Arts & Crafts
Himalaya is a Sanskrit word meaning abode of snow. It is the tallest mountain range, whose spiny ridges spread out halfway across the world's largest continent; The formidable range with at least eighty peaks above 20,000 feet.
Uttaranchal : Glacier
Dokriani Glacier: Dokriani ‘Bamak’ is a well-developed medium sized glacier of the Bhagirathi basin. The glacier is formed by two cirques, originating at the northern slope of Draupadi Ka Danda and Jaonli Peak, 5,600 m and 6,000 m respectively.
Uttaranchal : Fairs & Festivals
The Himalaya is often referred to as the abode of Gods. Its serene atmosphere, snow clad peaks, swift flowing rivers and green valleys spread over vast areas are touched by a common undercurrent of spirituality.
Uttaranchal : Himalaya's Peaks
Pithoragarh, the easternmost hill district of Uttar Pradesh, bordering Nepal in the east and Tibet in the norith, is often called 'miniature Kasmir'.
Uttaranchal : Pilgrimage
BAIJNATH: It is an important pilgrimage and historic center. A group of ancient temples dating back to the 12th and 13th century line the banks. Line the banks of the Gomti river.
Uttaranchal : Wildlife
Garhwal boasts of quite a few national parks and sanctuaries. All of them have been bestowed by nature with its bounty. Come, explore them with us.
Punjab
Punjab, the land of five rivers & integrated cultural history, is a treasure trove for an avid tourist. For this land of the great gurus not only boasts of ancient monuments but throls with historical embodiments. It is no secret that whoever come to this land of yellow fields with blue mountains providing the romantic & picturesque backdrop has never gone back without imbibing the essence of Punjab.There is no dearth of breathtaking palaces, for Punjab was the seat of royalty, as the imposing Quila Mubara will tell you.Haryana
Haryana Virtually the 'green' state Haryana surrounds Delhi on almost three sides. Its close proximity to Delhi also makes the areas around Delhi , industrial townships. Haryana is primarily an agricultural state with some major industrial areas being developed by the government of India. It is one of the more developing states and offers a network of 45 tourist complexes, set up along the national and state highways.Just a short drive from Delhi, one can visit Haryana 's tourist complexes for a day. Tourist Attractions -Badhkal Lake, Dabchik, Jungle Babler, Karna Lake, Sohna, Surajkund, Dumdama, Sultanpur, Kurukshetra.
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