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There is something special about India that fires the curiosity and passion of everyone that visits her … experience first hand what exotic India has to offer, it’s rich colors, sights and sounds. Take away unforgettable memories - discover some of the most Colorful, Historical, Romantic & Spiritual destinations within India.
India’s Majestic, Colorful Rajasthan 14 day tour
Travel from the bustling busy city of Delhi into the captivating state of Rajasthan to admire and wonder at the ancient forts and temples, walk across the red desert rippling sand dunes and experience first hand shopping in the colorful Indian bazaars.
At sunrise watch as the magical Taj Mahal in Agra transforms in the changing light and colors are reflected in the pools near this stunning white marble monument.
While in Jodhpur visit an ancient fort and castle and ride a royal elephant and explore the colorful Indian bazaars. Or ride atop camels and carts though the sleepy villages, and witness the outdoor village school. There is plenty of time to take a hike up to temples on hills and to watch the colorfully dressed Indian men and women at work
Stay in unique quality traditional heritage styled hotels that are former palaces, or more homely Indian styled stone havalis. The Retreats on tour have luxury deluxe suites available with all modern amenities. One of them for instance is nestled amongst the orange, lemon and goose berry plantations and surrounded by the Aravalli hills on all sides it offers the most exotic fragrance of rustic Rajasthan. At the end of the day relax in the coolness of the lawn and a fresh water pool to be followed by a sumptuous lunch or dinner buffet accompanied with traditional folk dancing or sitar recitals.
We visit Udaipur, known as the Rajasthan city of lakes and palaces. Ram Pratap is an enchanting hotel that combines old World charm with modern benefits in comfort. Ideally located on the banks of the lake Fateh Sagar, we invite you to enjoy an evening full of Dance, Music and Delicious Food at the top terrace of Ram Pratap Palace - "The Taste of India." Allow the Folk Dancer to take you back in time and soothe your senses with meditative music and the beautiful view of clear star studded sky being reflected in the calm waters of the Fateh Sagar Lake.
While on tour a friendly team of qualified therapists come to your hotel to provide you with a full range of aroma therapy, massage and beauty treatments that you will adore.
You also have complimentary Yoga sessions that aim at focusing on harmony between mind and body, and will teach the group how movement, breath, posture, relaxation and meditation are important in order to establish a healthy, lively and balanced approach to life. Get back in shape with Ayurvedic care treatments that are also offered that focus on healing in a holistic fashion and providing treatments that suit each person.
Breathe Peace Dharamsala & Himachal Pradesh 21 DAY Tour
Starting off in Delhi this 3 week tour includes a flight from Delhi to Dharamsala, which is located in Himachal Pradesh, North India. You stay for one week in Dharmasala, known as ‘Little Lhasa’, home to the Tibetan leader His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Dharamsala is the gateway to the magical Himalayan Mountains.
Visit His Holiness’ Temple & Tibetan Museum; experience the taste of a real indian tea in one of the many quaint cafes and tea houses that dot the village of Dharmasala. Go on a novice group optional trek up to Mount Truant overlooking the valley and Himalayan mountains. The group is invited to meet with leaders within the local Tibetan Government to hear about the cultural and educational programs that are supporting young Tibetan refugees that have left Tibet and settled in India as refugees.
Pass through small villages and hill station tea plantations on the way to a small village called Bir where an internationally recognized Tibetan monastery is located and adorned in hand painted Tibetan art. Experience the gentle nature and hospitality local Tibetan community and stay in a lovely Tibetan village guest house. You can take a even take a authentic Tibetan cooking class, or watch Tibetan rugs are being hand-made at the local community business enterprise centre.
On to Rishikesh, one of the more popular Ashram and yoga centre in the world, dotted with rooftop cafes that serve local cuisine over looking the surrounding mountains and river. Rishikesh has fascinating shops located in small alley ways and offer amazing Indian handicrafts and gifts to take home. Once again you are offered time to rejuvenate and refresh mind. Body and spirit by having the choice to participate in a yoga or meditation session in one of the old traditional yoga schools located in Rishikesh, or to have one of the Ayurvedic treatments on offer.
South India, Kerala Bliss and Serenity 7-21 day tours
Kerala is located in South India and has great climate and has long white shorelines and clean beaches for swimming. There are over 40 rivers that cross through the state of Kerala with tranquil emerald green backwaters that house small villages and backwater communities. Kerala has many hill stations that have national wildlife parks, lush tea plantations and exotic wildlife. You can find pristine rivers, waterfalls and many plantations and rice paddy fields. Kerala is known for its exotic cuisine and the many arts and cultural public performances that are offered to our guests on tour.
Tours are designed to give you choices as to if you want to stay in one of the many beach resorts, backwater home stay escapes with a traditional boat cruise or to stay in one of the many hill retreats located in tea plantation areas within Kerala.
Health Resort Tours
You can choose to stay at an Ayurvedic Health Resorts where packages start from 3 to 21 day tour packages.
Kerala is the place where you can truly experience holistic Ayurvedic resorts that are beautiful well designed resorts that fit in with the natural sourroundings of trees and herbs. Villas are all distinctively furnished with most modern amenities and each villa has been decorated to celebrate the rich cultures of India. Yiou have choices of Deluxe suites that are air conditioned all meals are provided for by the resorts we partner with. All meals are vegetarian and once non vegetarian guests try the tantalizing creative dishes the in-house chefs cooks especially for you, you may be converted for life once you leave the resort!
Each resort is designed to bring you a sense of peace and tranquility as you find a quiet place to sit and relax in the garden courtyards, listen to the sounds of the trickling waterfalls or take a refreshing dip in the guests’ pools or nature trails. The Ayurvedic treatment suites are designed to blend in with th garden courtyards and water features and all accommodation suites are architecturally designed that allow you to feel relaxed and to feel as part of nature.
All Health Resorts offer a blend of ancient Indian wisdom combined with contemporary therapies, and unveils the best in Indian rejuvenation therapies ranging from Indian aromatherapy massages, time-honored Indian treatments, body scrubs and wraps, Yoga & Meditation. The resort provides Ayurvedic treatments which are the most perfect remedy for modern day stressed out people.
There is a wide range of Ayurvedic treatments to choose from, and there is a steam bath on site, with free use of the indoor and outdoor facilities and complimentary Yoga Session daily each morning, and Complimentary Meditation session daily evening.
Once you have settled into your resort staff do a Personal Life Style & Fitness Evaluation assessment with you so that they can recommend the best Ayurvedic treatments designed personally for you by the treating physicians.
There are various health treatment packages that focus on rejuvenating, detoxifying, and relieving stress and strain offered to guests. One of the Ayurvedic treatments is known as “Panchkarma” a branch of “Ayurveda” which deals with restoration of youth with help of medicated oils. This special treatment of oil massages prescribed in the ancient Indian medical lore have been practiced in Kerala for many centuries, practiced in accordance with great works of “Charaka Samhita”.
Connecting Cultures Tour Director Jenny Hogan can personally testify to how refreshed and restored she felt after receiving Ayurvedic treatments in India (in Kerala, South India, Rajasthan and Rishikesh, North India)
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