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Delhi Hotels
TravelChaCha’s Delhi hotel guide will provide you the details of the Delhi hotels, accommodation in Delhi, New Delhi hotels, lodging guides Delhi, Heritage Hotels of Delhi, Luxury Hotels of Delhi, Royal Hotels of Delhi, Classic Hotels of Delhi, hotels in Delhi, Delhi hotel, hotel in Delhi, Delhi hotels, Delhi motels, Delhi resorts, Delhi Inns, Delhi first class hotels etc. Detail description of all the hotels are given with the photograph of the hotels and the facilities provided by these hotels of Delhi.
Hotel Ashiana, New Delhi
Ashiana The hotel has 38 rooms beautifully appointed, carpeting wall-to-wall television satellite phones to direct-dial, attached bath with hot and cold running water and room service. Located in the heart of the city.
Hotel The Ashok
The Ashok is the pride of hospitality. No hotel symbolizes the glory and the traditional hospitality of the historic capital of India and Ashok the first five-star hotels in Delhi.
Hotel Avalon Courtyard, New Delhi
The Cour Residences and suites Avalon is located in south Delhi on the road to Mehrauli-Gurgaon. These 52 luxury service apartments are just minutes from the commercial hub of the city of Gurgaon and shopping malls of South Delhi, offering a stylish and peaceful refuge.
Hotel Balaji Deluxe
Hotel Balaji HOTEL a luxury three-star hotel, located in Delhi, India. The luxury rooms floors using silk, leather, marble and glass - a mixture of materials, modern and traditional, creating a unique experience in-room. The luxury hotel Balaji is a room 54.
BB Palace Hotel
We are pleased to present during one of the newly renovated hotel with equipment star in the national capital territory of Delhi for personal or business for that you are watching housing reliable.
Hotel Centaur
Known as one of the finest hotel which is located near the airport. The hotel belongs to the Indian government and is known to take the service of hospitality a measure ahead of the rest. The acres broadly divided into red stone of a majestic creation of Jaipur abundant greenery, the centaur hotel is just a few minutes.
Hotel Chanchal Continental
The hotel Chanchal Continental equipment prominent restaurant well equipped to serve a wide variety of cuisine and drinks. The rooms and suites are spacious and luxurious happiness you to a world
Hotel City Park
The Central Park hotel provides guests a haven of comfort and hospitality in the heart of Delhi in the north-west known as the commercial area the finest in Delhi. Travellers bids city park a new level of luxury with distinctive and personal contact.
Hotel Crowne Plaza
The Surya Crowne Plaza is located at the new colony of friends, in the heart of New Delhi. It is an order for 30 minutes from the international airport and near business centres in Delhi as the place of Nehru, the trade fair ground, Okhla and Noida.
Hotel Corus
The hotel Corus is one of the finest hotels avalable in New Delhi. We are located in central business hub - a place of intimate circle of Connaught and thus are the main choice of tourists and business delegations from all regions of the world for their stay in the Indian capital position.
Hotel Garden View
A unique world of facilities and privileges, benefits and essential extra ordinary. On the hotel garden sight convebiently place you right in the hub of New Delhi, delivered with comforts and conveniences, for kindergarten hotel is certainly place the royal order of business traveller and holiday.
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Essence of India

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Essence of India
If ever a tour was aptly named, our new “Essence of India” is perfectly titled. Further to the tremendous success of our southern India tour, we have constructed this wonderful tour that truly captures the majesty, variety and character of this amazing country.
As well as the traditional “Golden Triangle” of Delhi, Agra (for the Taj Mahal) and Jaipur, this tour goes several steps further in taking you to the extraordinary town of Varanasi on the Ganges where the daily prayer rituals are a never to-be-forgotten sight, the wonderful temples and statues at Khajuraho and the jungle camp at Bandhavgarh, where you have a very good chance of seeing the fabled Indian tiger.
Included
Return scheduled flights with Virgin from Heathrow to Delhi including all payable taxes
10 nights' accommodation on bed and breakfast basis at four and five-star hotels, plus two nights spent in Bandhavgarh National Park with game drives 2 nights’ full board accommodation at Bandhavgarh Bandhav Vilas
Game drives as detailed in the itinerary
Transfers, trains, internal flights and full touring itinerary as detailed in the itinerary
English speaking tour manager/guide throughout your stay in India
Not included
Single room supplement
Holiday insurance
Visas Meals other than those stated
Porterage and gratuities
Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls etc
Excellent 4 and 5 star hotels are used throughout the tour, all offering comfortable accommodation and excellent facilities
Delhi 2 nights Le Meridien
Jaipur 2 nights Mansingh Towers
Agra 1 night Jaypee Palace
Khajuraho 1 night Hotel Radisson
Bandhavgarh 2 nights Bandhav Vilas
Khajuraho 1 night Hotel Radisson
Varanasi 2 nights Hotel Ramada
Delhi 1 night Country Inns & Suites
Day 1
Fly from Heathrow to Delhi overnight.
Day 2
On arrival transfer to your hotel in Delhi for 2-night stay on bed and breakfast basis. Remainder of the day free to enjoy the hotel’sfacilities and relax.
Day 3
Guided morning city tour of Old and New Delhi - visit the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, drive past the Presidential Palace, the Rashtrapati Bhavan and the secretariat buildings down the main avenue, see the impressive Rajpath India Gate, the High Court Building and the Old Fort. Visit Humayun’s Tomb built in 1565 AD by his grieving widow Haji Begum, visit the Qutub Minar, 72 metres high and the uncorroded Iron Pillar, dating back to the 4th century AD. Afternoon free for continued personal exploration – perhaps visit the impressive National Museum that chronicles five millennia of Indian history.
Day 4
Depart by road to Jaipur (268 kms /approx 6 hrs with stops). On arrival check in to your hotel for 2-night stay with afternoon free for independent exploration or to relax and enjoy the hotel’s facilities. A great place to soak up the city’s atmosphere is the Badi Chaupar (large square) and Tripolia Bazaar area of town, which is a hub of activity, rich with pungent smells, vibrant colours and a cacophony of temple bells and street sounds.
Day 5
A fascinating historical day awaits with two of India’s most prized treasures - the Amber Fort and the pink city of Jaipur. The day commences with a morning tour to the honey-coloured Amber fortress-palace in the Aravali Hills which can be mounted by elephant. The sombre exterior belies the richness of the royal apartments, which open on to striking views of the gorge. The citadel was established in 1592 but the 17th century additions by Jan Singh I lend the fort its distinictive character. Don’t miss the mirrored chamber of Sheesh Mahal, Ganesh Pol gateway and ornate Shila Dev temple. The day continues with an afternoon city tour of Jaipur - drive past the stunning ‘Hawa Mahal’ (Palace of Winds) an elaborate building encrusted with delicate honeycomb screens and carved balconies from which the royal ladies, confined to their quarters, could view the world outside, visit Jai Singh’s Observatory built in the 17th century and the City Palace, part of which is now a museum that contains fine Rajput and Moghul paintings and rare manuscripts.
Day 6
Depart by road to Agra with en-route visit to Fatehpur Sikri (203kms 5 hrs). Another lesser known highlight of India’s remarkable collection of architectural and historic treasures is the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri 37 kms, west of Agra - an epic poem in red sandstone, built by Emperor Akbar the Great in 1569. It was the Mughal capital for just 14 years after which it was abandoned because of a lack of water and has remained virtually untouched for more than 400 years. Highlights here include the 134-feet high victory gate of Buland Darwaza, Panch Mahal pavilion, Turkish Sultan’s house and Diwan-i-Khas meeting hall. Afternoon city tour of Agra, where you will see Agra Fort, a palace that tells the story of the Moghul Empire behind its forbidding red sandstone battlements. Finally, a long and rewarding day is completed with a sunset visit to the symbol of India, the incomparable Taj Mahal. This lavish building is associated with perhaps one of the greatest love stories ever told. On the death of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahalin in 1631, Shahjahan built her this stunning memorial. One of the world’s most famous buildings, its perfect proportions, exquisite craftsmanship have been described as “a vision, a dream, a poem, a wonder” and only by seeing it can you truly experience its remarkable beauty and majesty.
Day 7
Early breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the Railway Station for 07.55 Shatabdi Express for Jhansi by Chair Car with arrival scheduled at 10.24. On arrival Jhansi proceed to Khajuraho (approx 200km - 5 hours) with enroute visit to Orccha for a lunch stop (own account). On arrival check in to your hotel for overnight stay with evening Sound & Light show at the Temples.
Day 8
Leave Khajuraho for Bandhavgarh with en-route visit and lunch at Rewa Palace (162 Km - 5 hours). You will be met by the Maharaja of Rewa who will host you for a lunch at his private dining room. Rewa the ancient capital of Baghelkhand was ruled by the Baghela. Set in the midst of the mighty Vindhya and Kaimore ranges, this area has dense forests and large rivers such as the Narbada, Sone and Tumus which create picturesque waterfalls. The fort is the typical module of medieval architecture and over the years this fort was improvised by each new ruler. In the afternoon, continue your journey through the Wilderness of Madhya Pradesh to the camp at Bandhavgarh (122 Km - 4 hours). Dinner at the well-appointed deluxe lodge which has a restaurant, bar and very comfortable airconditioned villas with private facilities, bathrobes, slippers, colour TV, internet access, safe, sit-out area, hair-dryer, tea/coffee and (for the energetic) a bicycle! The complex also boasts a large pool and spa treatments (extra cost), lounge, library, bar and excellent restaurant with opportunity to dine under a canopy of stars. A stay here is a truly remarkable experience and one of the many highlights of this superb tour.
Day 9
Early morning (06.30) game drive with return to the hotel for breakfast. Morning free to relax and enjoy the lodge’s excellent facilities with lunch at the hotel and afternoon game drive. Animals that you are likely to encounter include gaur (Indian bison), sloth bear, leopard, porcupine, wild boar, sambhar and spotted deer, among others and of course, the tiger. Dinner and overnight stay at Lodge.
Day 10
Early morning game drive and return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast check out of the lodge and drive back to Khajuraho - (280 kms / 6 Hrs). On arrival transfer to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 11
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning we will visit the Eastern group of temples - Adinath Parshvanath and Shantinath Temples. Later we visit the Western group of temples including Laxmana, Khandariya Mahadeo and Chitragupta Temples. The amazing collection of 25 temples at Khajuraho (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) were built under the Chandela rulers in the 9th and 10th centuries and lay undiscovered for some 700 years until they were “rediscovered” by Captain TS Burt of the Bengal Engineers in 1838. They represent the pinnacle of North Indian temple art and are richly adorned with sculptures depicting gods and goddesses, beasts and warriors, sensuous maidens, dancers, musicians and, of course, the erotic scenes for which they are so famous. In the afternoon transfer to the airport for your flight to Varanasi, departing at 13.30. On arrival at 14.10 transfer to hotel for overnight stay. Varanasi (also known as Benares and the City of Light) is India’s holiest Hindu city with a religious and spiritual legacy that dates back nearly 3,000 years. The river is lined with sacred “ghats” (steps that lead down to the river) along some 6km of the Ganges, and many are adorned with temples and statues. All are thronged with worshippers (particularly at dawn) who trickle out of the labyrinthine lanes of the city down to the river to wash clothers, perform yoga, offer flowers and incense to the river and take a ritual dip. The cityhas a magical atmosphere derived from the sanctity and reverence in which it is held and a visit here is truly an unforgettable experience.
Day 12
Breakfast at the hotel. Early morning boat ride on River Ganges, where you will pass by the bathing and cremation ghats that line the holy river. This is an amazing experience at dawn with legions of worshippers along in the river and a soft light bathing the entire process. After the boat ride enjoy a guided tour of the city with its many temples and colourful stalls and shops. This afternoon we will visit Sarnath, which is the site where The Buddha preached his first sermon in the Deer Park and visit the archaeological museum.
Day 13
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to airport fro flight to Delhi. On arrival transfer to the hotel conveniently located close to the airport for overnight stay.
Day 14
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the international airport to take your flight back to the UK.
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Uzbekistan - Heart of Central Asia

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Uzbekistan - Heart of Central Asia
Set on the Silk Road, Uzbekistan has played host to waves of conquerors and nomads. The legacy they have left behind can be seen in the towering fortresses of Khiva and Bukhara and the glorious Islamic architecture of Samarkand.
Tashkent Palace Hotel
The Tashkent Palace Hotel (formerly Le Meridien Hotel) is located in the centre of Tashkent, close to Independence Square and opposite the Alisher Navoi Opera House. The rooms have modern facilities including air-conditioning and minibar, while the hotel restaurants serve a range of International and traditional Central Asian dishes. Leisure facilities include a Piano bar, outdoor swimming pool, sauna and fully equipped fitness club.
Malika Hotel Khiva
The Malika Hotel Khiva is located opposite the West Gate entrance to the walled city of Khiva and makes a convenient base from which to explore the ancient mosques, madrassas and minarets of Ichan Kala . All rooms are ensuite with air-conditioning. There is a small restaurant serving local and international cuisine.
Zargaron Plaza Hotel
The Zargaron Plaza hotel is located the centre of the old part of the city. Zargaron is inspired by the ancient name of this area which comes from the Persian language and means "the quarter occupied by jewellers". The hotel facilities include a restaurant and bar area while rooms feature air-conditioning, a minibar and safe.
Grand Samarkand Hotel
The Grand Samarkand Hotel is located in the centre of the city and provides basic accommodation. The 30 rooms provide ensuite facilities and air-conditioning. There is a small restaurant serving national and European cuisine.
Day 1 To Tashkent
Fly overnight from London to Tashkent with Uzbekistan Airways. (N)

Day 2 Tashkent
Arrive in Tashkent and transfer to the Tashkent Palace Hotel or similar for 1 night (including immediate occupancy). Afternoon tour of the old city, Revolution Square, the Museum of Decorative and Applied Art, the bazaar and Kukeldash Mosque and Madrasa. (D)

Day 3 To Khiva
Transfer to the airport and take a morning flight to Urgench. Visit the ancient fortresses of Ayaz Kala and Toprak Kala before an afternoon drive to Khiva via Ulli Khovli. Stay at Malika Khiva Hotel or similar for 3 nights. (B, L, D)

Day 4 Khiva
Full-day tour of Khiva. (B, D)

Day 5 Turkmenistan
Morning drive to the border town of Tashauz, where you cross into Turkmenistan and visit the world heritage site of Kunya Urgench. Afternoon drive back across the border to Khiva. (B, L, D)

Day 6 To Bukhara
Full-day drive to Bukhara. Stay for 2 nights at Zargaron Plaza or similar. (B, L, D)

Day 7 Bukhara
Full-day tour of Bukhara, including the Ark fortress, the great Kalyan minaret, the Samanid mausoleum and the Bukhara crafts centre. (B, D)

Day 8 To Samarkand
Drive to Samarkand via Gidjuvan, site of one of the finest ceramic productions in the Bukhara region. Stay for 3 nights at the Grand Samarkand or similar. (B, D)

Day 9 Samarkand
Full-day tour of Samarkand, including visits to Shah-i-Zinda necropolis, the Bibi Khanum Mosque and the tomb of Tamerlane, the most influential central Asian military leader of the middle ages. (B, D)

Day 10 Samarkand
Full-day tour of Shakhrisabz, surrounded by the foothills of the Pamir mountains, where Tamerlane built a large summer palace. (B, L, D)

Day 11 To Tashkent by train
A morning visit to Gur Emir, the mausoleum of Tamerlane, then transfer to the station for a two and a half hour journey aboard the Sharq train from Samarkand to Tashkent. The afternoon is free to explore Tashkent. Stay overnight at the Tashkent Palace Hotel or similar. (B, D)

Day 12 To London
Morning at leisure. Afternoon transfer to the airport. Fly from Tashkent to London with Uzbekistan Airways. (B)

Meal Basis: (B) = Breakfast, (L) = Lunch, (D) = Dinner, (N) = No Meals
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India - 10 nights

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India is not only an incredible, unique country and civilisation, it’s also a mind-boggling potpourri of sights, sounds, colours and experiences, as well as a culture-shock of astonishing contrasts. From the flawless grandeur of the Taj Mahal, to the mighty fortresses of Rajasthan and from the reminders of past glories of the Raj in Delhi to the teeming markets of Jaipur, our India tour encompasses the very best that Northern India has to offer and you will return home with some truly amazing memories.
Included
A wonderful tour of northern India’s ‘Golden Triangle’ with additional visits to see tigers at Ranthambore National Park and a stay at a heritage hotel in Rajasthan
Return scheduled flights from Heathrow, with regional flights at a supplement
Stay in hand-picked hotels three, four and five star hotels
Visit all the major sights of Old and New Delhi
See the magnificent Taj Mahal and gaze in awe at the simple purity of its white marble and the exquisite craftsmanship of its inlay work
Spend two nights in the pink city of Jaipur, with a guided tour of its City Palace, astronomical observatory and the Palace of the Winds
Marvel at the extraordinary location and beauty of Amber Fort
Stay in an original Rajasthani fort, beautifully converted into a stunning Heritage Hotel
Enjoy a guided tour of the 400-year old deserted Mogul city of Fatehpur Sikri
Daily breakfast and four meals included
Escorted by an experienced Tour Manager
The price of this holiday is per person, based on two people sharing a twin room. Single rooms are subject to availability at the relevant supplement (date dependant) of £299 to £419 per person. Nine nights accommodation in three, four or five-star hotels; daily breakfast, two lunches and two dinners; scheduled flights to/from Delhi; all transfers; guided tours of New and Old Delhi, Agra and the Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, two game drives in Ranthambore, Jaipur city tour, visit to Amber Fort, walking tour of Havelis at Alsisar; all local transport by train or coach as described; porterage of one item of luggage per person; the services of a Riviera Tour Manager.
Not included
ndia visa.
Visas
All holders of British Passports will require a visa to travel to India. A Single entry tourist visa costs £30 per person, plus a £9.24 service charge and can be applied for in person or by post.The duration of the visa issued is generally three months and the visa is valid from the date of issue. We therefore recommend applying for the visa approximately two months before departure, to ensure it covers the full duration of your stay in India.
Personal applications: to apply for an Indian visa please visit http://in.vfsglobal.co.uk where you can apply, pay online and schedule an appointment to submit your application in person at your nearest centre, dependant on your home address.
Postal applications: you must either apply and pay online, print off the completed application form, payment confirmation and submit by post; or alternatively, you may apply online, print off the completed application and submit along with payment by postal order. Personal cheques are NOT accepted. In both cases you must submit your passport along with a self addressed stamped envelope and two 2"x2" photos to the address below. Handwritten applications are no longer accepted.
Indian Visa Application Centre
1-3 Canalside
Uxbridge Road
Hayes, Middlesex
UB4 0JN
Please note passports are required to be valid for a minimum of 190 days at the time of application for the visa and not at the time of travel/return from India. You can travel as long as both the passport and the visa are valid.
Full details of costs, application form and addresses can be found on http://in.vfsglobal.co.uk, email: info@vfshelpline.com or tel: 0905 7570045 (calls cost 95p per minute). Visa fees are subject to change without notice and non-refundable
The majority of the questions will be personal to you; however, we have listed below some frequently asked questions concerning the completing of the application form. Everything on the form marked with a red asterix is a mandatory field.
UK Referee
1 UK referees is required. Friends and family are acceptable, but can not live at the same address as the applicant.
Indian Referees
1 Indian referee is required and this are detailed below.
TWX (Travel World Experiences)
114 Jorbagh
New Delhi
110003
India
TEL: 0091 11 4379 9700
Processing Times
Processing times vary from application to application at the sole discretion of the High Commission of India and its Consulates in the UK, and some applications may take longer than others to get processed. Here are some estimates of processing times under normal circumstances:
Applications submitted in London, Birmingham and Edinburgh will take minimum 2 to 3 working days to be processed. Applications submitted in Manchester, Cardiff and Glasgow will take a minimum of 5 to 7 working days. (The same are for UK nationals only, though would vary from case to case)
Applications in the following cases may take longer (minimum 7-8 weeks or more) to be processed:
- Non-UK passport holders residing in the UK for less than two years (minimum 15 working days)
- Nationals or origin of Pakistan (Minimum 7-8 weeks)
- Nationals of Sri Lanka, China, Bangladesh, Afghanistan (Minimum 15 working days)
- Where clearance from India is mandatory
In addition, if the High Commission or the Consulate General requires an applicant to attend an interview, the India Visa Application Centre will contact the applicant and inform the date and time of the interview accordingly.
Please note VFS is not involved in the process of assessment of visa applications, or their grant or refusal. The assessment of visa applications is carried out by the High Commission of India or its Consulates, and the grant or refusal of India visas is at their sole discretion. The processing of your application is subject to the procedures and timescales of the Indian High Commission and Consulates, over which we have no control.
Postal applications need a minimum of 10 -15 working days to be processed. This does not include the period they are in transit to and from the High Commission or the Consulate General. Application once sent in post can not be withdrawn unless there is an emergency for which documentary evidence shall be required. VF Services UK Ltd, shall not bear responsibility for any delays in postal transit or loss in transit owing to third party involved. We hope this information will be of use to you and assure you of our best attention at all times.
Health Matters
Whilst the travelling schedule shall pose no problems for people of any age in normal physical health, we would point out that in visiting a number of historical sites, paths may be uneven and uphill and we often enjoy walking tours of the main sights. Therefore this holiday may not be suitable for clients of greatly impaired mobility. In the tropics temperatures and humidity levels will also be quite high for most of the year. Please consult your GP regarding the appropriate inoculations required for India at least a month before departure. To make the most of your trip, we recommend you check the Foreign Office website at www.fco.gov.uk/travel
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