History and Culture
See places where history exists not just in books but is much alive in the forts that stand proudly and caves that hide evidences of an olden people. Listen to the guide as he recounts the tales of the past, some true, others just tales tall. There's also much for the culture freaks, be it a village designed to bring together arts from around the country, a town that zealously preserves its weaving and tiny hamlet in the hills dedicated solely to the craft of pottery.
Sindhudurg Fort
2 Nights | 3 Days
A fort spread out across 48 acres of an island isn't as unreal as it sounds. Sindhudurg Fort in Malvan is a fortressed islet in the Arabian Sea. With its underground passages, never-drying reservoirs and concealed entrance, this place presents a unique world of adventure and mystery and is a standing example of India's rich architectural past.
Package Inclusions
- Travel by cab from Mumbai to Malvan and back
- Accommodation for 2 nights at Malvan
- Sightseeing in Malvan, snorkeling and scuba diving at Tarkali
- Two breakfasts and two dinners
7,200
Tranquebar Dutch Colony
2 Nights | 3 Days
The Dutch Colony of Tranquebar is a Danish heritage town along the coast of Tamil Nadu. Also referred to as 'the land of the singing waves', the waters here change color during the day, a truly spectacular sight! Coming here is like stepping into the Victorian era, for most buildings here date back to colonial times and used to this day. The beach is absolutely unspoiled, adding to the calm aura that Tranquebar exudes.
Package Inclusions
- Travel from Chennai to Tranquebar and back
- Accommodation for 2 nights at Tranquebar
- Visit to Dansborg Fort and Uppanar river
- Breakfast
6,600
Changlang Refugee Camp
2 Nights | 3 Days
A short drive away from the town of Changlang lies the Tibetan Refugee Camp in Miao. Daily life here is a simple affair and gives one an interesting insight into the ways of refugees. Tibetan culture is kept alive by the locals and the camp is a delightful presentation of the colours, cuisine and culture of Tibet. There are tea plantations to explore nearby, as well as a beautiful monastery in the middle of this camp. In the same district is the Lake of No Return, where a lot of planes are said to have crashed during World War II.
Package Inclusions
- Travel from Guwahati to Changlang and back
- Accommodation for 2 nights at Changlang
3,500
The Pottery Village of Andretta
2 Nights | 3 Days
A clay pot brimming with creativity is a simili that best defines the hamlet of Andretta in Himachal. Also called an Artists Village, this pottery town became famous when Nora Richards, an Irish Lahori came here in the 1930s, built herself a Kangra-style mudhouse and invited amateurs and artists to create a fusion of art, theatre and literature. The tradition carries on even today with the craftshops here being a popular attraction. While here, you can try your hand at pottery and explore sides of yourself you never knew existed!
Package Inclusions
- Travel from Delhi to Palampur and back
- Accommodation for 2 nights at Taragarh Palace
7,900
History Lessons at Panhala
1 Night | 2 Days
A town small enough to be explored on foot, Panhala in the Sahyadris offers that heady combination of rustic surrounds, pleasant weather and a generous dose of history. Spend the day exploring the rambling Panhala fort - its bastions, step wells, grand doorways and pavilions - and listen to the guide recount its past. Later in the evening, it'll be time to spend some quiet hours with your family.
Package Inclusions
- Travel by car from Pune to Panhala
- Accommodation for 1 night at Panhala
- Breakfast
4,100
Badami, Aihole and Pattadakal
2
Nights | 3 Days
Home to some of the finest examples of Dravidian architecture, the towns of Badami, Aihole and Pattadakal are a must-visit for all architecture buffs. Badami, squeezed in a gorge is the site of the three Sivalaya temples while Aihole hosts the distinctively designed Lad Khan Temple. At Pattadakal, the Virupaksha and Mallikarjuna were built in celebration of the victory of the Chalukyas over the Pallavas.
Package Inclusions
- Travel by car from Mangalore to Badami and back
- Sightseeing car transfers between Badami, Aihole and Pattadakal
- Accommodation for 2 nights at Badami
- Daily Breakfast
7,500
Chanderi
2 Nights | 3 Days
Famous for its fine, hand-woven sarees, the town of Chanderi in Madya Pradesh is also home to numerous monuments dating to the medieval times and inspiring landscape. Situated on the edge of the Malwa plateau, it is surrounded by low hills of the Vindhyachal range which turn a rich green during the monsoon months. Visit the Koshak Mahal, Jama Masjid, Chanderi fort, and stepwells and buy some of those exquisite sarees, directly from the weavers who craft them.
Package Inclusions
- Travel by train from Delhi to Lalitpur and back
- Transfer from Lalitpur to Chanderi and back
- Accommodation for 2 nights at Chanderi
- Daily breakfast
3,500