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12 Days India Deccan Plateau
Explore the unbeaten path of India with Goa Festival
Travel date 12 -23 February 2020
TOUR INFORMATION
INDIA
INTRODUCTION
Go beyond the well-touristed Golden Triangle circuit and experience our unique and carefully curated itinerary taking you to two
truly magical regions of India.
This trip takes you to Mumbai to experience the hustle and bustle of one of India’s most dynamic and modern cities. From
Mumbai to Aurangabad including an excursion to the Ajanta Caves and Ellora caves. Over 2000 years old, they have been
compared to Egypt’s pyramids for their amazing construction, sculptures and frescoes.
The next stop will be Hyderabad, a metropolitan city with Indo-Muslim tombs, mosques, museums and forts, which offers a wide
range of rich cultural experiences. Continue to Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the greatest Hindu kingdoms
in India’s history. From sun-kissed boulders to majestic temples, this area has amazing ruins to discover. We’ll also journey to
Aihole, Pattadakal and Badami, where you will be able to explore many more ruins each with their own story to tell.
The journey ends in Goa, which the unique opportunity to experience the annual Goa Carnival. Witness the procession lead by
King Momo in the VIP stand area block which is undoubtably the best way to experience the charm of this colourful event.
SPECIALS
• Visit to Hampi – The capital of the Vijayanagar Empire
• Excursion to Ajanta caves and Ellora caves with unique art and
history
• Explore the Taj Falaknuma Palace with the resident historian
• Enjoy dinner at Bombay Canteen – #1 Top Restaurant in India
• Witness the Goa Carnival procession in the VIP area block
• Small group size of maximum 16 people
• Escorted by Scott Dunn Travel Concierge
• Tipping to Guide, Driver & Porter included
• Comprehensive Travel Insurance included
DEPARTURE DETAILS
ITINERARY DAY BY DAY
• Land Tour Price:
Day 1 12 Feb (Wed) Singapore / Mumbai Twin Sharing: S$ 10,380/-;
Day 2 13 Feb (Thu) Arrive Mumbai Single Supplement: S$ 3,980/-
Day 3 14 Feb (Fri) Mumbai / Aurangabad • Airfare (subject to availability)
Day 4 15 Feb (Sat Aurangabad / Ajanta Caves / Aurangabad Economy from S$ 681/-;
Business from S$ 6,751/-
Day 5 16 Feb (Sun) Aurangabad / Ellora Caves / Hyderbad
• Deposit amount:
Day 6 17 Feb (Mon) Hyderabad
S$ 2,000/- per person
Day 7 18 Feb (Tue) Hyderabad / Hampi
• Registration Closing Date:
Day 8 19 Feb (Wed) Hampi 12 Nov 2019 or when tour is fully
Day 9 20 Feb (Thu) Hampi - Aihole, Pattadakal & Badami subscribed
Day 10 21 Feb (Fri) Hampi / Goa • Early Bird Promotion:
Day 11 22 Feb (Sat) Goa First 4 confirmed rooms enjoy a
Day 12 23 Feb (Sun) Depart Goa specialized Ayurvedic treatment per
person at the Evolve Back Hampi Resort
Raffles City Tower #10-03, 250 North Bridge Road, Singapore 179101 | Tel: +65 3165 4050 | Travel Licence No: 029233
Info@scottdunn.com | www.scottdunn.com
ITINERARY
INDIA
DAY 01 - 12 FEB (WED) - SINGAPORE MUMBAI
Flight:
12 Feb - Singapore / Mumbai SQ 424 1855 / 2210 (5h 45m)
Arrive Mumbai International airport by flight, you will be met and transfer to your hotel and
assist you at your check-in to The Oberoi Mumbai.
Accommodation: The Oberoi Mumbai
Meals: N/A
DAY 02 - 13 FEB (THU) - MUMBAI
Today you will explore the Elephanta Caves. Famous for exquisite and vibrant sculptures they
also represent evolved Brahmanical rock-cut architecture.
The half-day sightseeing tour of Mumbai city includes The Gateway of India, the most enduring
symbol of the city. Continue to the Prince of Wales Museum - one of the biggest museums in the
country. Later visit the Victoria Terminus, popularly known as the major and beautiful railway
station. Board a daily local train for a 15 minutes ride to witness the daily commuter’s routine.
Continue to Dhobhi Ghat and end the tour by watching the city’s laundry-in open air.
Dinner will be at the Bombay Canteen – The #1 Top restaurant in India.
Accommodation: The Oberoi Mumbai
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 03 - 03 JAN (FRI) - MUMBAI AURANGABAD
Today we rise early for the chance to experience Mumbai at dawn. Witness the bustling city of
Mumbai wake up experiencing its authentic character as locals go about their day. Transfer back
to the hotel for a late breakfast and relax before the flight to Aurangabad.
Flight:
Mumbai / Aurangabad AI 442 1525 / 1645 (1h 20m)
Accommodation: Vivanta Aurangabad
Meals: Breakfast, Packed Lunch & Dinner
Raffles City Tower #10-03, 250 North Bridge Road, Singapore 179101 | Tel: +65 3165 4050 | Travel Licence No: 029233
Info@scottdunn.com | www.scottdunn.com
ITINERARY
INDIA
DAY 04 - 15 FEB (SAT) - AURANGABAD / AJANTA CAVES / AURANGABAD
Take a full day excursion to Ajanta Caves. Located in the Shahyadri hills, exotic paintings adorn
the walls of the caves, depicting Buddhism practices dating back to 650 BC - 200 BC. The
rock-hewn caves of Ajanta consist mainly of two parts, the chaityas or chapels and the viharas or
monasteries. There are 29 caves in all and the largest cave is as big as a modern auditorium.
Accommodation: Vivanta Aurangabad
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 05 - 16 FEB (SUN) - AURANGABAD / ELLORA CAVES / HYDERABAD
This morning you will visit to the mesmerizing Ellora caves. Noted for its exquisite carvings and
illustrative figurines, the Ellora Caves house in its midst - temples and monasteries belonging to 3
distinct faiths including Hinduism and Buddhism, besides Jainism. Later depart to the airport for
the flight to Hyderabad.
Flight:
Aurangabad / Hyderabad 2T 212 1830 / 2015 (1h 45m)
Upon arrival you will be transfer to the hotel. You will stay at the Taj Falaknuma Palace, which,
amongst the best Palace hotels in the country.
Accommodation: Taj Falaknuma Palace
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 06 - 17 FEB (MON) - HYDERABAD
Today you will be taken for a sightseeing tour of Hyderabad. Charminar, in the center of the
walled city and built to commemorate the end of a plague in 1591. The Charminar has long been
the icon of Hyderabad.
Enjoy shopping for bangles and local spices in the Lad Bazar. Continue to the Mecca Masjid, one
of the oldest mosques of the city and it can accommodate 10,000 worshippers at a time. Close
by visit the Chowmohalla Palace, where the Nizam entertained his guests in Asaf Jahi dynasty.
In the afternoon, visit to the Golconda Fort, one of the least visited but most magnificent fortress
complexes in India. Followed by the heritage tour of the Taj Falaknuma Palace with their resident
historian. Tonight, enjoy the dinner at the Taj Falaknuma Palace, which is rated as one of the top
restaurant awards in India last year.
Accommodation: Taj Falaknuma Palace
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Raffles City Tower #10-03, 250 North Bridge Road, Singapore 179101 | Tel: +65 3165 4050 | Travel Licence No: 029233
Info@scottdunn.com | www.scottdunn.com
ITINERARY
INDIA
DAY 07 - 18 FEB (TUE) - HYDERABAD HAMPI
This morning you will be transferred to the airport and fly to Vidyanagar.
Flight:
Hyderabad / Vidyanagar 2T 623 1300 / 1415 (1h 15m)
Upon arrival you will be transfer to the hotel and enjoy a leisure evening for today.
Accommodation: Evolve Back Hampi Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 08 - 19 FEB (WED) - HAMPI
Take a full day tour to Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage site and is a vast open-air museum of
history, architecture and religion. It is scattered with ruins of giant temples, palaces and other
ancient monuments.
The royal section of Hampi ruins starting at Lotus Mahal and the amazing elephant stables,
the granaries, Ramachandra temple and Mahanavmi Platform from where the king presided
over the Mahanavmi festivities. Continue to visit other key sites like Virupaksha temple with its
50m high temple tower and Hemakunta Hill with ruins of Jain temples. The highlight of Vittala
temple complex is the 15th century AD Vittala Temple, the most extravagant architectural
showpiece of Hampi.
Accommodation: Evolve Back Hampi Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 09 - 20 FEB (THU) - HAMPI - AIHOLE, PATTADAKAL & BADAMI
After an early breakfast, we will take you on a full day excursion to magnificent sites almost
as old as two millenniums - Aihole, Pattadakal & Badami - These sites are considered to be
the Cradle of Indian temple architecture. Witness true Indian religions Hinduism, Buddhism
& Jainism on the stone carved monuments - a reflection of their strong influence on early
Indian Dynasties at various timelines. Return to Hampi for dinner.
Accommodation: Evolve Back Hampi Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Raffles City Tower #10-03, 250 North Bridge Road, Singapore 179101 | Tel: +65 3165 4050 | Travel Licence No: 029233
Info@scottdunn.com | www.scottdunn.com
ITINERARY
INDIA
DAY 10 - 21 FEB (FRI) - HAMPI GOA
Enjoy a leisure morning, check-out from the hotel and drive to Hubli airport for your
departure flight to Goa.
Flight:
Hubli / Goa 6E 7997 1745/1835 (0h 50m)
Upon arrival you will be transfer to the hotel.
Accommodation: Alila Diwa
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 11 - 22 FEB (SAT) - GOA
After breakfast, proceed for sightseeing of Old Goa. Visit Shant Durga Temple, famous
Hindu temple in Goa. This temple is dedicated to Shanta Durga, the goddess who mediates
between Vishu and Shiva. Continue to the Fontainhas Latino Quarters for walking tour. You’ll
be transported back in time as you wander past colorful old Portuguese homes.
This afternoon, every street in Panaji are crowded with music, dance and performance, which
are the shining features of the Goa Carnival. Goa Carnival is Goa’s most famous festival
and has been celebrated since the 18th century. It was introduced by the Portuguese who
ruled over Goa for over 500 years. We will witness the highlight of the carnival - a colossal
procession headed by King Momo from the VIP stand area block. The procession is flocked by
dancers, bands of troubadours dressed up as fortune tellers, hawkers etc.
Accommodation: Alila Diwa
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 12 - 23 FEB (SUN) - GOA SINGAPORE
Enjoy breakfast before checking out from the hotel. Transfer to the Goa International airport
for your evening flight.
Flight:
23 Feb - Goa / Mumbai AI 662 1830/2010 (1h 40m)
23 Feb - Mumbai / Singapore SQ 425 2250/0650+1 (5h 30m)
Arrive Singapore on 24 Feb (Mon).
Accommodation: N/A
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Raffles City Tower #10-03, 250 North Bridge Road, Singapore 179101 | Tel: +65 3165 4050 | Travel Licence No: 029233
Info@scottdunn.com | www.scottdunn.com
PRICE INFORMATION
INDIA
Land tour price per person
Hotels
Twin share Single Supplement
Mumbai: The Oberoi Mumbai (Luxury Room)
Aurangabad: Vivanta Aurangabad (Superior Room)
Hyderabad: Taj Falaknuma Palace (Palace Room)
S$ 10,380/- S$ 3,980/-
Hampi: Evolve Back Hampi Resort (Nivasa)
Goa: Alila Diwa (Terrace Room)
* These prices are based on minimum eight persons traveling together.
Airline Airfare price per person
Singapore Airlines (SQ)
Economy Class
Singapore / Mumbai / Singapore
S$587 +S$94 (taxes) =S$ 681/-
Business Class:
Air India (AI)
S$2,657 + S$94 (taxes) = S$ 2,751/-
Goa / Mumbai
*Airfare & Taxes are calculated as of 30 Apr 2019 and subject to change & availability. Should you wish to explore alternative
flying routes, do consult our friendly consultants.
COST INCLUDES COST EXCLUDES
• Accommodation as stated with daily breakfast; • International flight from Singapore /Mumbai// Goa
• Domestic flight from Mumbai / Aurangabad / /Mumbai / Singapore by Singapore Airlines (SQ)
Vidyanagar / Hubli / Goa as stated; including airport taxes & fuel surcharge (quoted
separately);
• Meals as stated with 1 glass of beer/wine/juice per meal;
• Visa;
• Tours & transfers in air-conditioned vehicle;
• Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, bar bills and etc.
• All entrance fees where applicable;
• Adequate supply of bottled water;
• Local driver and Guide tips;
• Service of Scott Dunn Travel Concierge;
• Travel Insurance
Raffles City Tower #10-03, 250 North Bridge Road, Singapore 179101 | Tel: +65 3165 4050 | Travel Licence No: 029233
Info@scottdunn.com | www.scottdunn.com
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