THO Summer Getaway India – AU Final

Book Between – 28th Feb to 30th Apr 2024

Travel Between – 01st May to 30th Sep 2024

Countries We Specialise

Countries

Best Time to Visit Travel Style

MALDIVES All Year Round

Groups, Family, Solo, Women’s Getaway

SINGAPORE All Year Round Tailor-made, Groups, Family

INDIA

SRI LANKA

TAIWAN

PHILIPPINES

MOROCCO

BRUNEI

NEPAL

BHUTAN

MALAYSIA (SABAH, SARAWAK, PENINSULAR)

INDONESIA

MAURITIUS

SEYCHELLES

KAZAKHSTAN

KYRGYZSTAN

TURKMENISTAN

TAJIKISTAN

UZBEKISTAN

September – April

October – May

Groups, Women’s Getaway, Family, Solo, Tailor-made

Groups, Women’s Getaway, Family, Solo, Tailor-made

October – May Tailor-made, Groups, Family

October – May

Groups, Women’s Getaway, Family, Solo, Tailor-made

October – April Tailor-made, Groups

January – October Tailor-made, Groups, Family

March – November

March – November

March – December

March – October

April – January

April – January

Central Asia

Groups, Women’s Getaway, Family, Solo, Tailor-made

Groups, Women’s Getaway, Family, Solo, Tailor-made

Groups, Women’s Getaway, Family, Solo, Tailor-made

Groups, Women’s Getaway, Family, Solo

Groups, Women’s Getaway, Family, Solo, Tailor-made

Groups, Women’s Getaway, Family, Solo, Tailor-made

April – October Tailor-made, Groups

Tea, Tribe, Rhino & Island of Assam

7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS EASY PACED DEPARTS DAILY (Tour Code: TTRAAUPT) DELUXE FROM AU $2,684 PP

In this North East region, Assam is a land of unspoiled natural beauty, teeming wildlife, immaculate tea gardens, and beautiful people of various ethnic, religious, linguistic backgrounds making it a mosaic of culture. Assam is an unexplored paradise, said to be a miniature version of India.

Day 1: Arrive Guwahati

On arrival at the airport, meet your Tour Executive who will assist with transfer and check in. Afternoon explore the town and visit the historical temple. Stay overnight in Guwahati.

Day 2: Rhinos & Wildlife B D

Travel to Kaziranga National Park, a World Nature Heritage site famous for its one-horned Rhinos and unique wildlife. Afternoon explore the surrounding area on your own and stay two nights in Kaziranga.

Day 3: Wildlife Safari B L D

Enjoy morning and afternoon jeep safari into the national park to spot one-horned Rhinos and many other wildlife, reptiles and birds. Evening free for your own activity.

Day 4: Majuli Island & Tribes B D

After breakfast travel to Nimati Ghat to take a local ferry to cross Brahmaputra River to the Majuli Island, the largest fresh water midriver deltoid island in the world. It has a small population, the majority being tribal and is endowed with rich heritage and rare species of flora and fauna. Afternoon explore the island and visit Satras, Missing tribal village, Mask making village and Pottery village. Stay overnight at Majuli.

Day 5: Majuli – Sivasagar B D

Take the local ferry to Nimatighat and travel to Sivsagar. Afternoon visit the Gargaon Raj Palace, the royal observatory, Talatal Ghar and Sivasagar Tank. Stay overnight at Sivasagar.

Day 6: Assam Tea Gardens B D

Today travel to Dibrugarh, one of India’s tea cities, and the gateway to the three districts which produce almost 50% of Assam tea. Afternoon explore the world famous Assam Tea gardens and stay overnight at Dibrugarh.

Day 7: Dibrugarh Departure B

After a leisurely breakfast your tour finishes with direct transfer to the Dibrugarh airport where you board flight to Kolkata the closest international airport.

What’s included: 6 Nights accommodation Private air-conditioned car with driver Local English-speaking tour guide Meals as specified Entry fees and monument charges 02 Wildlife safaris in Kaziranga Return ferry tickets to Majuli Island Visit to a tea garden Bottled water while travelling Assistance and transfers All current collectable taxes

*Package prices displayed are low season, per person, based on two people travelling together and sharing a base category room.

Panoramic Leh & Ladakh

(Tour

9 DAYS / 8 NIGHTS

Bounded by two of the world’s mightiest mountain ranges, the Great Himalaya and the Karakoram, Ladakh is situated towards the eastern parts of Jammu and Kashmir. It lies on the crossroads of the historic ‘Silk Route’ from Sinkiang to West Asia and to the plains of India. This tour offers the historical, cultural and scenic sights of the region perfect for those who love the mountain peaks and adventure.

Day 1: Arrive Leh D

Leh is a land of beautiful landscapes and gorgeous never-ending vistas. Often described as moonscape, this desolate high altitude desert is a kingdom of mysticism and mystery. On arrival at the airport, meet your Tour Executive who will assist you with transfer to the hotel in Leh. As your flight arrives in morning you have full day to explore local bazaar, narrow streets and to acclimatise to the high altitude. Stay two nights in Leh.

Day 2: Leh & Shey B L D

Start today with an excursion to Shey, home to the Ladakh Royalty. Visit Shey Palace built by King Deldan Namgyal in 1655 AD as a centre of Buddhism, which houses Shey Monastery with its largest golden Buddha statue towering 39 feet. Explore the largest Gompa at Thiksey Monastery belonging to Yellow Hat sect of Tibetan Buddhism; which strikingly resembles the Potala Palace of Tibet.

Day 3: Khardungla – Nubra B L D

Travel to Nubra valley, passing

through the highest motorable road of the world, Khardungla pass. As you descend through the pass, you will get to see the picturesque Sunoor area and Samstanling Gompa, which offers you scenic views of the Dikshit valley. Nubra is also a home of humped back camel and offers you an insight into the ways of life of the local people, living in harsh climatic conditions. Stay overnight at camp offering basic accommodation.

Day 4: Nubra – Leh B L D

After breakfast explore Deskit and Hundar, the two most important villages of Nubra Valley. Visit one of the oldest monasteries, a local school and witness the simple lifestyle of the locals. Enjoy a camel ride on sand dunes before travelling back to Leh for overnight stay.

Day 5: Leh – Pangong B L D

Today enjoy a scenic ride and explore one of the most beautiful lakes in the Himalayas, the Pangong Lake spread over 604 sq kms of area between India and Tibet. Visit small villages en-route and stay overnight at a camp offering basic facilities.

Day 6: Pangong – Leh B L D

Enjoy breakfast at the camp amidst the naturally calm environments,

you might have rarely experienced such quiet and peaceful mornings where even the birds do not chirp, the only sound you hear is that of the wind blowing. While returning to Leh visit Darbuk Village near Tangtse Valley, where stands a chain of war memorials in commemoration of the soldiers who lost their lives during the Indo-China war of 1962. You may see the villagers with their large herds of Pashmina sheep and long-tailed yaks. Stay three nights at Leh.

Day 7: Likir & Alchi

B L D

Today we discover the rich Buddhist heritage of Ladakh, by travelling to one of the oldest monasteries established in 10th century housing 11th & 12th century wall paintings, all of Indo Himalayan style. En-route visit Likir monastery which was established in 1065 AD and is situated alongside the Valley of Indus River.

Day 8: Leh B L D

Enjoy your leisurely breakfast as the day is kept free for you to explore city and local colourful bazaar handicrafts.

Day 9: Leh Departure B

After breakfast tour finishes with direct transfer to Leh airport where you board flight to Delhi for your onward journey home.

Code: PLALUPT)

Nubra Valley Likir & Alchi

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6 Pangong

Himalayan Valley (Tour Code: HVPT)

11 DAYS / 10 NIGHTS EASY – MODERATE DEPARTS DAILY

DELUXE FROM AU $3,078 PP LUXURY FROM AU $3,687PP PREMIUM FROM AU $4,447PP

Originally Himachal Pradesh, the Himalayan region has now been divided into two states; Himachal Pradesh and Uttaranchal. Blessed with some of the most spectacular and beautiful landscapes in the world, it is a traveller’s paradise – lofty snow peaks, deep gorges, lush green valleys, fast flowing rivers, enchanting mountain lakes, flower bedecked meadows, beautiful temples and monasteries steeped in time. Explore the region on this journey and make memories to stay with you forever.

Day 1: Arrive Delhi

On arrival at the airport, meet your Tour Executive who will assist you to transfer to the hotel for two night in Delhi.

Day 2: Delhi

B D

Visit Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar, Gandhi Memorial and the India Gate and enjoy a rickshaw ride in the narrow street of the famous Chandni Chowk bazaar.

Day 3: Delhi - Shimla B D

Start our day with a train journey to Kalka to board the Himalayan Queen train for an unforgettable journey. Registered in The Guinness Book of World Records as the greatest narrow gauge engineering achievement in

India from Kalka to Shimla, this track passes through the breath-taking landscapes of the majestic Himalayas, with 103 tunnels, 969 bridges and more than 20 railway stations. Transfer on arrival and stay two nights at Shimla.

Day 4: Shimla B D

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and explore the Mall, the Ridge and the beautiful town covered with pine forests, boasting scenic views and a legacy of the bygone British era.

Day 5: Shimla - Manali B D

Travel to Manali and enjoy the scenic ride and breath-taking beauty of this hill station. Stay two nights in Manali.

Day 6: Manali B D

Go for an excursion to Rohtang Pass for panoramic views of the mighty Himalayas.

Day 7: Manali - Dharamshala B D

Travel to Dharamshala and enjoy another scenic ride through many small villages in the Himachal Valley. Stay two nights in Dharamshala.

Day 8: Dharamshala B D

Explore the home of Noble Laureate the Dalai Lama and enjoy a panoramic view of the tea gardens, beautiful hills, colourful bazaar and colonial lifestyle.

Day 9: Dharamshala - Amritsar B D

Travel to Amritsar to see the most sacred shrine and important holy place of the Sikh religion. In the afternoon explore this holy city and visit the famous Golden Temple. Stay two nights in Amritsar.

Day 10: Amritsar B D

Relax in the morning and visit the Jallianwala Bagh, a garden and memorial of national importance. Evening experience a retreat ceremony at Wagha Border.

Day 11: Amritsar - Delhi B

After breakfast, transfer to the railway station to board the Delhi-bound train. Assistance on arrival and the tour finishes with a direct transfer to Delhi Airport.

What’s included: 10 Nights accommodation Assistance Travel, sightseeing and transfers by a private air-conditioned car with driver Private English-speaking local guide Meals as specified Entry fees and monument charges Rickshaw ride in Delhi Toy train ride Kalka-Shimla Train ticket in airconditioned class Bottled water while travelling and all current collectable taxes.

*Package prices displayed are low season, per person, based on two people travelling together and sharing a base category room.

Darjeeling & Gangtok

(Tour Code: DGPT)

12 DAYS / 11 NIGHTS EASY PACED DEPARTS DAILY DELUXE FROM AU $4,525 PP

Experience the traditional traits of Northeast India with some offbeat destinations and the sound of chanting by Buddhist monks. You can Discover a natural beauty enjoying the captivating view of sunrise with the panorama of Kanchenjunga from Tiger Hill. Sip on a cup of pure Darjeeling first flush, amidst mist-covered tea gardens in a colonial ambience.

Day 1: Arrive Delhi

On arrival at the airport, meet your Tour Executive who will assist you to transfer to the hotel in Delhi for two night’s stay.

Day 2: Delhi Sightseeing B D

Visit the Jama masjid, Spice market, Qutub Minar and enjoy a cycle rickshaw ride past the several busy bazaars.

Day 3: Delhi – Bagdogra –Gangtok B D

After breakfast transfer to the airport to board your flight to Bagdogra. Reach and drive to the hotel in Gangtok for two night’s stay.

Day 4: Gangtok B D

After breakfast, enjoy visiting the awe-inspiring Rumtek Monastery and Enchey Monastery. Later proceed to the Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Sundays), a remarkable museum housed in a traditional Tibetan-style mansion and conclude the day with a visit of Chorten Stupa, a renowned Buddhist religious monument.

Day 5: Gangtok – Pelling B D

Today travel to Pelling. On arrival check in at the hotel with the rest of

the day free for your activities. Stay for two nights in Pelling.

Day 6: Pelling B D

Today embark on a visit to Khecheopalri Lake, a sacred pilgrimage site, Rambi Falls and Kanchenjunga Falls, captivating natural wonders. Then, visit Pemayangtse Monastery, a 17thcentury architectural gem and end the day with a visit to Rabdentse Ruins, a significant archaeological site nestled amidst thick woods and lakes.

Day 7: Pelling – Kalimpong B D

Today, check out from the hotel and travel to Kalimpong. On arrival check in at the hotel. The rest of the day is free for your activities. Stay two nights in Kalimpong.

Day 8: Kalimpong B D

After breakfast, proceed to visit Zang Dog Palri Fo Brang Monastery and Tharpa Choling Monastery. Then, proceed to Thongsa Gumpa, also known as Bhutan Monastery, the oldest in Kalimpong, dating back to 1692. Conclude the day with a visit to the flower nurseries, renowned for exporting exotic flowers such as Amaryllis, Lilies,

Anthuriums, Roses, Gerberas, Dahlias, Gladiolas, Orchids, and Cacti.

Day 9: Kalimpong – Darjeeling B D

Morning will be in leisure. Later check out and drive to Darjeeling. On arrival check in at the hotel with the rest of the day free for leisure. Stay three nights in Darjeeling.

Day 10: Darjeeling B D

Morning after breakfast proceed to the Darjeeling Railway station to enjoy World Heritage Toy Train ride up to Ghoom. Afternoon walk to Observatory hill, this place on a hilltop is one of the greatest spots in Darjeeling to observe the panoramic views of the mountains and it also has a temple at the summit called the Mahakal Temple. Later visit Bhutia Basti Monastery, which has been rebuilt in a traditional Tibetan style.

Day 11: Darjeeling B D

Early morning leave for Tiger Hill for the sunrise view of the Himalayan Mountains. After the wonderful view, visit Ghoom Monastery, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursdays) and Everest Museum. Rest of the day will be at leisure.

Day 12: Darjeeling – Bagdogra –Delhi B

Today morning after breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Bagdogra airport to board the flight to Delhi. On arrival at Delhi airport, connect your international flight to your onward destination.

Tour notes: Economy airfare included: AU $270 pp

What’s included: 11 Nights accommodation Private air-conditioned car with driver Assistance and transfers Local English speaking tour guide Meals as specified Entry fees and monument charges Economy Class Airfare Delhi – Bagdogra – Delhi an excursion to Tiger Hill Toy train ride in Darjeeling Bottled water while travelling All current collectable taxes.

*Package prices displayed are low season, per person, based on two people travelling together and sharing a base category room.

Gangtok

Essence of Kerala

(Tour Code: EOKPT)

7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS EASY-PACED DEPARTS DAILY

DELUXE FROM AU $1,644 PP LUXURY FROM AU $2,069 PP PREMIUM FROM AU $2,674 PP

This tour covers culture, lush tropical scenery, the scent of spices, tea and flowers, colonial buildings that jostle for space with churches, synagogues, mosques and temples, golden beaches, quiet inland waterways and a backdrop of jungle-covered slopes.

Day 1: Arrive Cochin

On arrival at the airport meet your Tour Executive who will assist you to transfer to the hotel for two night stay in Cochin.

Day 2: Cochin

B D

Visit Mattancherry Palace (built by the Portuguese in 1555 AD), a Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church and

Santa Cruz Basilica. Conclude your evening by watching a theatrical Kathakali dance drama unfold.

Day 3: Kumarakom B D

Transfer to Kumarakom and check in to the hotel. Afternoon enjoy a nature walk and explore this small village. Stay overnight in Kumarakom.

Day 4: Private Houseboat B L D

Early morning visit to Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary to spot rare and endangered species of birds and reptiles. Today embark on a traditional houseboat at Kumarakom. Experience serenity while cruising on backwaters

winding through the vast stretch of paddy fields and the neat tiny hamlets lining both sides of the canals. Enjoy onboard meals with an overnight stay on the houseboat.

Day 5 & 6: Mararikulam B D

Disembark after breakfast and enjoy a scenic drive to Mararikulam. Stay two nights at the beach resort.

Day 7: Mararikulam – Kochi

After a leisurely breakfast, the tour will finish with a direct transfer to Kochi airport.

What’s included: 6 Nights accommodation Assistance Travel, transfers and sightseeing by a private air-conditioned car with driver Meals as specified English speaking local guide Entry fees and monument charges 1 Night onboard private houseboat Kathakali dance show 01 Standard Ayurvedic massage Bottled water while travelling and all current collectable taxes.

*Package prices displayed are low season, per person, based on two people travelling together and sharing a base category room.

Cochin Kumarakom

Booking Terms and Conditions

 Package prices displayed are low season, per person, based on two people sharing a base category room. A surcharge will apply for other seasons, festivals and blackout dates.

 All rooms are subject to availability at the time of booking.

 To hold the room on a confirmed basis minimum deposit of $500 per person is required at the time of booking.

 Full payment is required 60 days prior to departure unless otherwise requested earlier.

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