Palace on Wheels - Luxury Train of India

An epitome of excellence of royalty on wheels the luxury train Palace on Wheels is an experience to be on. This train tour was first introduced in 1984 on Metre Gauge Tracks. A ride on this train will remain etched on your mind for a long long time. This train will take you through the capital city Delhi, royal Rajasthan and amazing Agra. On the Luxurious Palace on Wheels you can get pampered and enjoy the royal treatment that is provided on the train.


The accommodation on Palace on Wheels boasts of elegantly done up cabins with Rajasthani decor and have every possible facility on board. The two dining cars on the luxury train has beautiful sitting area where you can enjoy the sumptuous cuisines prepared by the chefs. The train also features a lounge and a library. A bar in the train with a nice ambiance completes the look of the India's luxury train.


The royal journey starts on Wednesday from the Delhi Cantt. railway station and ends after a week of travel to Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Sawai Madhopur, Chittaurgarh, Udaipur, Bharatpur, Agra at the same station. This train is rated in the top ten most luxurious trains of the world. The luxurious train Palace on Wheels will take you on a voyage through the most interesting parts of the destinations. Chugging along in the night the train reaches its destination early in the morning.

The Palace On Wheels Train operates from First Wednesday of September till Last Wednesday of April, every Year. With effect from September 2008 only full 7 days reservation will be entertained. As per today this royal luxurious train is already booked till 2010, so you will have to wait for a year to travel in this train if you have not taken a reservation.

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Trekking in India - Famous Destination

If you carry a passion for exploring and facing the truest nature then trekking is the best option. Trekking can be best done in the northern parts of India. Ladakh, Garhwal, Himalayas are some of the most loved trekking destinations. India is home to some of the best Trekking adventure in the World. Adventure Travel in India is one of the most excited ways to enjoy, explore and feel the true beauty and magnificence of this diverse destination. Sikkim is also one of the best trekking destinations in India, every region offers a new challenge for adventure and one really love to face these challenges.

Some the world famous destination where you can enjoy the real adventure and pleasure of your trekking tour are given below.

Trekking in Ladakh: The trekking trails in Ladakh are geared to satisfy all adventure tours enthusiasts. The Zanskar Trek in Ladakh is popular amongst tourists. The stark beauty of Ladakh will have a mesmeric effect on you, which is one of the many reasons why Ladakh trekking is so popular. The Nubra Valley, Markha Valley, Suru Valley and Zanskar Valley are the major sites for trekking in Ladakh.

Trekking in Garhwal: A uniquely wonderful trekking experience is in store for you in the Garhwal. Garhwal Trekking is popular with the tourists as they have the opportunity to pick from a number of options including Dodital Trek, Har Ki Dun Trek, Auli Trek, The Source of Ganges Trek, and the Trek to the Valley of Flowers.

Trekking in Sikkim: Sikkim offer various trails when it comes to trekking. Trekking in Sikkim will offer your glimpses of th highest mountain in the world - Mt Everest and also on offer are some of the more spectacular views of the Kanchenjunga. Singalila Ridge is the Mountain Ridge that Separate ranges of West Bengal from other Himalayas Ranges to its west. Singalila Ridge and Varsey Trek are the trekking places in Sikkim that gives you complete Thrill and enjoyment.
The northern Himalayas in India are regularly haunted by trekkers from all parts of the world. States like Himachal Pradesh, Darjeeling and Sikkim are famous places for trekking in India. There are many more options for trekking in India which can be enjoyed. Just choose your level of thrill and start where you want to be thrilled from.

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Adventure Tourism in India

In the recent years India has emerged as one of the most sought-after adventure destinations. It offers variety of adventure tourism opportunities, this change is amazing remarkably. From the water rafting on the Ganges white water, to heli-skiing in the heights of Himalayas, from gliding and ballooning to camel-safaris, horse safaris in the huge desert of Thar, from chasing the royal Bengal tiger on the backs of elephants while trekking in the tiger reserved national parks. Endless choices are there when you plan a tour to India.

Not many people know, India is a place where one can indulge in numerous adventure activities, if not all. Definition of adventure is different for different person and best thing about adventure tourism in India is that it provides adventure sports ranging from soft adventure to active and extreme adventure. Soft adventures are ideal for family and kids and require very little or no skill and experience. Extreme adventure in India can be physically and mentally demanding and require good experience.

Here are some of the adventure sports can be enjoyed here.

Trekking:

Himalayas is among some places in the world which still has unspoilt nature and trekking adventure can be enjoyed by everyone and if it is not enough you have the option of camping also. Himalayas offer trekking routes for all type of trekkers, easier ones are ideal for inexperienced and can be enjoyed with family ad well, but it requires long hours of walking along the trails for which you need to be fit enough to go through this. Then there are difficult routes too, which require prior experience. Trekkers should be ready to face extreme conditions of Himalayan region. Popular trekking places in Himalayas are Ladakh, Garhwal, Kumaon and Arunachal Pradesh.

White Water Rafting:

From short trips of half dayfor beginners to 2-3 day long tours for experienced, Rishikesh offers ultimate choice of river rafting fun. Rafting on fast flowing Himalayan glacial rivers can be a great adventure and fun in Rishikesh. Rafting in Rishikesh is truly adventure of lifetime. Rishikesh whitewater rafting trip offers spectacular and scenic locations promising the river rafting trip to be an unforgettable one. Rapids of Grade II to Grade V can be found here making it ideal for both beginners and experts. Rafting in Rishikesh will be a trip you won't soon forget.

Skiing in Auli:

People head towards Auli during winters to enjoy and experience the pleasure of skiing. Auli is most popular destination in India for snow skiing adventure. Auli is a isolated place which makes it more magnetic and destination to be for ski enthusiasts of world over. For learners there are courses available at affordable price. So, you don't have to worry of being left out if don't have any experience of skiing, you can always avail the skiing courses available in Auli. It is a place where natural beauty is in abundance and with introduction of 4 km long ropeway between Joshimath and Auli the attraction has increased manifolds.

Ballooning:

Anyone who loves adventure should try hot air ballooning in India. Though it is a new concept, but is fast becoming popular and is one of the best and unique way of seeing the countryside. Desert area of Rajasthan is a popular destination for hot air ballooning in India. Flights take off from Jaipur, Pushkar and Ranthambore. View the Pushkar Camel fair from above and get bird's eye view of wild animals at Ranthambore National Park with hot air balloon flight. Ballooning can also be enjoyed in greater Delhi and mountains of Manali.
Hot air balloon flights can be enjoyed from mid September to March which organized by Balloon Club of India in New Delhi.

Camel Safari in Thar Desert:

Camel safari is the best way to explore mirages of Thar Desert in Rajasthan. Journey here on camel back will bring you to small desert villages where you can witness the vibrant culture and traditions of Rajasthani people. Camel safari adventure takes you across the trade route of olden days. GO through small desert villages, see the ruins of ancient forts and structures. Camel safari along with camping out in night in Rajasthan Desert can be the adventure of life. There are many more adventure sports which can be enjoyed in India like ice climbing, mountain biking, para gliding, hang gliding, scuba diving, fishing, angling and kayaking, making India one of the best destinations for enjoying adventure sports.

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South India Hill Station Tour

Due to sheer natural beauty of its beaches, hill stations and landscapes South India has become a great destination for tourists. With the hordes of tourists' inflow, South India Tourism has seen a spectacular growth over last two decades. Below are some of the major Hill Stations of South India which can be explored during your South India Tour.

OOTY: This green and pictorial hill station of south India is placed at an elevation of 2240 m. also known as “Queen of Hill Stations” situated in the state of Tamil Station. The rich flora of various species like conifers, pine and eucalyptus make the region more attracting along with funnel-shaped lavender. What is more fascinating is the Nilgiri Mountains; pony rides and angling; Botanical Gardens, Ooty club etc. Ooty enamored with its four royal hills - Elk Hill, Snowdon, Doddabetta and Club Hill which combinedly form a congregation for the Western and Eastern Ghats. Trekking, hand gliding, angling and other adventure activities filled with lush greenery, radiant flowers, deep forest, lakes and waterfall make the South India Hill Station Tour more excitable and pleasurable.

Kodaikanal: One of the most romantic hill stations in South India, Kodaikanal is located on the southern tip of the upper Palani Hills. Major attraction of this "Princess of Hill stations" is its star shaped lake which spreads over 24 acres. Other places of tourist interest includes the Shenbaganur Museum famous for exotic orchids, the Kodaikanal Solar Observatory, the Bryant Park, the Kurunjo Andavar temple, Kukkal Cave, Perumal Peak, Patani Temple, the pillar rocks, the Coaker's walk etc.

Munnar: Located in the southern Western Ghats in Kerala, the exotic Munnar attracts large number of visitors during Christmas vacations. Major attraction of this tourist city is Eravikulam National Park, that lies on the slopes of Anaimudi. Most fascinating feature of the park is Nilgiri Tahr - one of the rarest mountain goats in the world. Also visit Mattupatty Dam and lake, Kurinjimala Sanctuary, Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, Manjampatti Valley in Amaravati reserve forest of Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary to the north east

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South India Tour - A Complete Vacation

South Indian tourists destinations leave the tourists mesmerized with their timeless attractions. There are numerous interesting spots in this wonder land where one can enjoy a wonderful vacation. The superb sculptures, dance forms and the temples give evidence of the rich cultural heritage of South India. South India Tour will help you discover the true spirit of this part of the country. Whether it is for honeymoon, or just for a leisure holiday, if you are thinking about India Tour, South India is a wonderful place to spend a memorable vacation. The South Indian States are Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

Andhra Pradesh
There are several tourist attractions in Andhra Pradesh. Hyderabad the capital of Andhra Pradesh has several prominent places in and around it. It has a Hindu-Muslim culture with a number of monuments of historical importance like Char Minar, Golconda, Salar Jung Museum, Mecca Masjid, Osman Sagar and Osmania University. The capital is in reality the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad linked together by the Hussain Sagar Lake. The other sites of historical importance in Andhra Pradesh include Warangal, Palampet, Vemulavada, Bhadrachalam, and Lepakshi. Andhra Pradesh is known for pilgrimages, not only for Hindus, but also for followers of other religions like Muslims, Christians and Buddhists. There are waterfalls at Ettipothala, Kuntala, and Gandipet. The caves at Undavalli and Borra are also major tourist attractions. Two large and world famous dams are located at Nagarjunasagar and Nizamsagar. There are many wildlife sanctuaries can be found in the state too.

Kerala
This city of scenic beauty, absolute serenity and peacefulness is the land of backwaters and swaying coconut trees. You can spend your small trip on the house boats that lay afloat on the waters of the lake. Kerala Ayurveda is also an important aspect of this city. There are various Ayurveda resorts which are worth visiting the tour. Kerala has 900-kms long coastline with sandy beaches, rocky promontories and coconut palms that attract lot of tourists from all over the world. These beaches are renowned for the gentle and blue waters, making a beach vacation exciting.

Karnataka
It is known as one of the world's most ancient civilizations, Karnataka is a state filled with a rich culture, glorious traditions and is an enchanting land abounding with breathtaking beauty. Two World Heritage sites are located in Karnataka, namely Hampi and Pattadakal. If we talk about the Karnataka attractions, the first name would be Mysore. The main sightseeing places at Mysore are Mysore Palace, Vrindavan Garden, Chamudni Hills and Somnathpur temples. The palace of Mysore is the most impressive palace of South India. Karnataka Tourism also organizes a sound and light show at Vrindavan Garden in the later evening. Hassan is the next destination of Karnataka, which is famous for Belur & Halebid - the examples of great Hoysala Empire. There are also some other Hoysala temples in Hassan area. Other than Belur and Halebid, there are also few temple built by Hoysala kingdom. The other historical of Karnataka are Badami Caves - one of the finest cave architecture in India, Badami Fort, Aihole - a cradle of Indian architecture, Chitradurga Fort, Gulbarga Fort, Bidar Fort, Tombs of Bijapur and various other Karnataka architectural gems.

This scenic state is blessed with an abundance of beautiful flora and fauna. Nearly 22 per cent of its land mass is made up of rich green forests and is also home to Asia's highest waterfall - the Jog Falls. Wild Game sanctuaries at Bandipur, Dandeli and Nagarhole are a major tourist attraction. With picturesque and charming hill stations located close to its coastline, this is an ideal hotspot for tourists who love waking up to the sound of birds chirping and nature smiling at them.

Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu is known for its temples and architecture, food, movies and classical Indian dance and Carnatic music. There are several tourist attractions in Tamil Nadu. Chennai, the capital city, offers some beautiful beach resorts. The best place to start a temple tour is Mamallapuram, a seaside village that, apart from some exquisite Pallava rock-cut architecture, boasts a long stretch of sun-kissed beach. Inland, the pilgrimage city of Kanchipuram is filled with reminders of an illustrious past under successive dynastic rulers, while further down the coast is one of India's rare French colonial possessions, Pondicherry, where Auroville has found a new role in the 'New Age'. The road south from Pondicherry puts one back on the temple trail, leading to the Chola kingdom and the extraordinary architecture of Chidambaram, Kumbhakonam and Darasuram. For the best Chola bronzes and a glimpse of the magnificent paintings that flourished under Maratha kings in the 18th century, travelers should head for Thanjavur. The city boasts of almost a hundred temples and was the birthplace of the Bharatnatyam dance. Tamil Nadu's temples are undeniably its major attraction, it would take months to see them all, and there is plenty else to distract even the most ardent architecture buff. In the west of the state, where the hill stations of Kodaikanal and Ooty are the premier attractions, sylvan hills offer mountain views and a network of trails winds through forests and tea and coffee plantations.

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Ranthambore National Park

Area Details:
Total area: 392.5 sq.km
Core area: 274.50 sq.km
Buffer area: 118.00 sq.km

Seasons and Climate:
Cold: October to march (good animal sightings, best time for bird watching)
Warm: April to June (excellent animal sighting)
Wet: July to September (national park is closed)

Ranthambore lies in the nestling hills of Aravali in the midst of the arid plains and denuded tracts of Rajasthan in North India. Ranthambore National Park is hailed as one of India's finest wildlife sanctuaries. A hunting reserve for the Kings of Jaipur, the park was once open for only select few. Nearly 400 sq KMs, the Park is set between the Aravali and Vindhyas mountain range, its forests once a part of the magnificent jungles of central India.


Ranthambore National Park is best known for its majestic Royal Bengal Tigers. Once found in thousands, their numbers have dwindled to less than fifty. With the initiation of Project Tiger in 1972, Ranthambore National Park was declared as a tiger reserve, providing a haven for the magnificent beasts.


You can enjoy the thrilling ride inside this wildlife sanctuary through a forest Safari. The safari can be organized in a jeep, on elephants, on camels, on horses, depending upon the place you want to visit. The major Birds that could be found in this Park are Graylag Goose, Common Kingfishers, Bee Eaters, Woodpeckers, Indian Gray Hornbills, Cuckoos, Parakeets, Owl and Nightjars, Asian Palm Swift etc.



The varied landscape of the national park is home to animals like the jackal, mongoose, sloth bear, leopard, and of course, the tiger. The vegetation in the park is mostly of the dry deciduous type with a large variety consisting of nearly 300 species of trees and bushes.

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Where to Go In India

India is known as the land of rich cultural heritage. It is a perfect blend of ancient civilization, great and historical buildings and monuments, more than 20 different language speaking people and god made natural beauty.

From the snow-capped Mighty Himalayas to the lush green forests, India has everything which makes a place visitors first choice for tourism. Sacred rivers like Ganga and Yamuna are also one of the reasons why the religious tourism is gaining boost in India. India is one of the fastest growing tourist destinations. Here in India you can find all options for your travel and tourism needs. There are so many thing that you can find interesting in terms of tourism. India will definitely grab your heart and give you the real pleasure of holiday.

Famous Tourist Destinations:

India has plenty of famous and frequently visited destinations. No one can summarize this in some words. Here are just some of them where tourists come from all around the world to explore its unparalleled beauty, unmatched heritage, immortal culture and unbelievable architecture.

Delhi: The capital of India, which is always the first choice for the tourists from around the globe. The history of this city goes past many years. It has been ruled out by many emperors, so it presents a unique picture of real heritage.

Agra: The city of wonderful Taj Mahal is always the first choice for the visitors. Taj Mahal is called the wonderful and unmatched masterpiece of Mughal architecture. It is basically a mausoleum built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of her third wife Mumtaz Mahal. This beautiful symbol of Love is built completely on white Marbles. It is also a world heritage site under UNESCO and cited as Jewel of Muslim architecture.

Jaipur: The capital of Rajasthan, a state in India, is also called as Pink City. This city has a great importance in terms of tourism. Majority of the houses in Jaipur built completely with Pink Stones, which gives the city a pink look. There are some world famous Forts and Havelies which attract tourists again and again. Lake Palace is one of them, which is being visited by millions of foreign tourists every year. Situated in the middle of Man Sarovar Lake, the Lake Palace or also called Jal Mahal was built be Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799 AD.

Darjeeling: Also called the queen of the hills, Darjeeling is situated in the north-east of India. It is a famous hill station of India situated in the Shiwalik Hills, a lower range of Himalaya. Tea plantation is one of the famous things, which make this place a world famous tourist attraction.

Mumbai: The economic capital of India is situated in the western costal region of India. Here you can find the Arabian Sea which is also a point of attraction for the visitors. Apart from its beaches, there are some other famous sites like Hanging Garden, Crawford Market, Gateway of India, Prince Charles Museum, Essel World and Film City etc.

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