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Himalayan Golden Triangle

Stay: Darjeeling 2N - Kalimpong 1N - Gangtok 2N

5 Nights & 6 Days

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Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

Day 1 Darjeeling

Meet and Greet on arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport and transfer to Darjeeling (6,950 ft.). On arrival Check-in to hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

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Day 2 Darjeeling

Early Morning (at 04:00 am) drive to Tiger hill (8,400 ft.) to watch the spectacular sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzongha (28,208 ft. Worlds 3rd highest peak), on your way back visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. After breakfast visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre (Sunday closed), Tea Garden (outer view), Ropeway and Japanese Temple. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

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Day 3 Darjeeling – Kalimpong

After Breakfast transfer to Kalimpong (3,950 ft.). On arrival Check-in to your hotel. Afternoon enjoy half day tour of Kalimpong Visit Mangal Dham, Deolo Hill, Dr. Graham’s Home, Golf Garden, Durpin Dara Hills and Pine View Nursery. Overnight stay at Kalimpong.

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Day 4 Kalimpong – Gangtok

After breakfast transfer to Gangtok (5,500 ft.). On arrival check-in to your hotel. Afternoon proceed for a half day city tour visiting Flower show, Cottage Industry and Handicraft Centre, Institute of Tibetology, Dro-dul Chorten, Enchey Monastery and Banjakhri Falls (maximum 3-4 hours). Overnight stay at Gangtok.

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Day 5 Gangtok

After breakfast start for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft.) and Baba Mandir (13,200 ft.) which is 55 kms one way from Gangtok city. Overnight stay at Gangtok

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Day 6 Gangtok

After breakfast Check-out from hotel in time and take the departure transfer to NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport for your onward journey.

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Inclusions

05 Night’s Accommodation

Bed and Breakfast ( BB) Basis

Meet and transfer directly to your hotel

Exclusive Non- a/c vehicle for transfers and sightseeing

Tours and Meal as per programs

Rates are valid for INDIAN NATIONALS only

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Payment Policy

INR 20,000/- token amount for booking hold.

30% of the total package cost to be paid within a week after making token payment.

Remaining payment of the total package cost to be paid before 30 days of departure.

Flight fares and transportation fee need to be paid in full and in advance at the time of booking.

Above policies are subject to change without any prior notice and you will get the final policies by your booking agent.

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Himalayan Tranquility

Stay: Gangtok 2N - Darjeeling 2N

4 Nights & 5 Days

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Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

Day 1 Gangtok

Meet and Greet on arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport and transfer to Gangtok (5,500 ft.). On arrival Check-in to hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Gangtok

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Day 2 Gangtok

After breakfast start for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft.) and Baba Mandir (13,200 ft.) which is 55 kms one way from Gangtok city. Overnight stay at Gangtok

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Day 3 Gangtok - Darjeeling

This morning start for a half day trip of Gangtok city covering Flower show, Cottage Industry and Handicraft Centre, Institute of Tibetology, Dro-dul Chorten, Enchey Monastery and Banjakhri Falls (maximum 3-4 hours). Afternoon drive to Darjeeling (6,950 ft.). On arrival check-in to your hotel. Overnight stay at Darjeeling

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Day 4 Darjeeling

Early Morning (at 04:00 am) drive to Tiger hill (8,400 ft.) to watch the spectacular sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzongha (28,208 ft. Worlds 3rd highest peak), on your way back visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. After breakfast visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre (Sunday closed), Tea Garden (outer view), Ropeway and Japanese Temple. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling

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Day 5 Darjeeling

After breakfast Check-out from hotel and take the departure transfer to NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport for your onward journey

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Inclusions

04 Night’s Accommodation

Bed and Breakfast ( BB) Basis

Meet and transfer directly to your hotel

Exclusive Non- a/c vehicle for transfers and sightseeing

Tours and Meal as per programs

Rates are valid for INDIAN NATIONALS only

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Payment Policy

INR 20,000/- token amount for booking hold.

30% of the total package cost to be paid within a week after making token payment.

Remaining payment of the total package cost to be paid before 30 days of departure.

Flight fares and transportation fee need to be paid in full and in advance at the time of booking.

Above policies are subject to change without any prior notice and you will get the final policies by your booking agent.

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Mystery Mountain

Stay: Darjeeling 2N - Gangtok 2N                                        

4 Nights & 5 Days

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Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

Day 1 Darjeeling

Meet and Greet on arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport and transfer to Darjeeling (6,950 ft.). On arrival Check-in to hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 2 Darjeeling

Early Morning (at 04:00 am) drive to Tiger hill (8,400 ft.) to watch the spectacular sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzongha (28,208 ft. Worlds 3rd highest peak), on your way back visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. After breakfast visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre (Sunday closed), Tea Garden (outer view), Ropeway and Japanese Temple. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 3 Darjeeling – Gangtok

After breakfast proceeds to picturesque drive to Gangtok (5,500 ft.). On arrival Check-in to your hotel. Rest of the day free for leisure. Overnight stay at Gangtok

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Day 4 Gangtok

Start for a Full day city tour covering Tashi view point, Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, Flower show, Cottage Industry and Handicraft Centre, Institute of Tibetology, Dro-dul Chorten, Enchey Monastery and Banjakhri Falls (maximum 6 hours). Overnight stay at Gangtok

Day 5 Gangtok

After breakfast start for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft.) and Baba Mandir (13,200 ft.) which is 55 kms one way from Gangtok city. Overnight stay at Gangtok

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Day 6 Gangtok

After breakfast Check-out from hotel in time and take the departure transfer to NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport for your onward journey

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Inclusions

05 Night’s Accommodation

Bed and Breakfast ( BB) Basis

Meet and transfer directly to your hotel

Exclusive Non- a/c vehicle for transfers and sightseeing

Tours and Meal as per programs

Rates are valid for INDIAN NATIONALS only

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Payment Policy

INR 20,000/- token amount for booking hold.

30% of the total package cost to be paid within a week after making token payment.

Remaining payment of the total package cost to be paid before 30 days of departure.

Flight fares and transportation fee need to be paid in full and in advance at the time of booking.

Above policies are subject to change without any prior notice and you will get the final policies by your booking agent.

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Himalayan Golden Triangle

Stay: Darjeeling 2N - Kalimpong 1N - Gangtok 2N                              INR 26,042/-

5 Nights & 6 Days

Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

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Day 1 Darjeeling

Meet and Greet on arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport and transfer to Darjeeling (6,950 ft.). On arrival Check-in to hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 2 Darjeeling

Early Morning (at 04:00 am) drive to Tiger hill (8,400 ft.) to watch the spectacular sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzongha (28,208 ft. Worlds 3rd highest peak), on your way back visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. After breakfast visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre (Sunday closed), Tea Garden (outer view), Ropeway and Japanese Temple. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 3 Darjeeling – Kalimpong

After Breakfast transfer to Kalimpong (3,950 ft.). On arrival Check-in to your hotel. Afternoon enjoy half day tour of Kalimpong Visit Mangal Dham, Deolo Hill, Dr. Graham’s Home, Golf Garden, Durpin Dara Hills and Pine View Nursery. Overnight stay at Kalimpong.

Day 4 Kalimpong – Gangtok

After breakfast transfer to Gangtok (5,500 ft.). On arrival check-in to your hotel. Afternoon proceed for a half day city tour visiting Flower show, Cottage Industry and Handicraft Centre, Institute of Tibetology, Dro-dul Chorten, Enchey Monastery and Banjakhri Falls (maximum 3-4 hours). Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 5 Gangtok

After breakfast start for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft.) and Baba Mandir (13,200 ft.) which is 55 kms one way from Gangtok city. Overnight stay at Gangtok

Day 6 Gangtok

After breakfast Check-out from hotel in time and take the departure transfer to NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport for your onward journey.

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Inclusions

05 Night’s Accommodation

Bed and Breakfast ( BB) Basis

Meet and transfer directly to your hotel

Exclusive Non- a/c vehicle for transfers and sightseeing

Tours and Meal as per programs

Rates are valid for INDIAN NATIONALS only

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Payment Policy

INR 20,000/- token amount for booking hold.

30% of the total package cost to be paid within a week after making token payment.

Remaining payment of the total package cost to be paid before 30 days of departure.

Flight fares and transportation fee need to be paid in full and in advance at the time of booking.

Above policies are subject to change without any prior notice and you will get the final policies by your booking agent.

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Sri Nagar Pahalgam Tour Packages

Stay: Srinagar 4N - Pahalgam 1N                                                       INR 14,583/-

5 Nights & 6 Days

Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

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Day 1 ARRIVE – SRINAGAR

In time transfer to airport to connect the flight for Srinagar. Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to Hotel. Afternoon 01 Hour Boat Ride on Dal Lake by a gondola Boat called” SHIKARA” witness the ride on lake, called Venice of India and experience the aquatic life of Srinagar. Also see the scenic extravaganza of the Kashmir and enjoy the profusion of colors in the Paradise on Earth. While returning visit to the local crafts market and see the fine carved hand-made articles from Paper Machie and wood of a walnut. Overnight at the Deluxe Houseboat.

Day 2 SRINAGAR – SONAMARG - SRINAGAR

After breakfast leave with full day excursion for Sonamarg. Situated at an altitude of 9000 Ft. Sonamarg – 84 Kms is also called as “The meadow of gold” has, as its backdrop, snowy mountains against a cerulean sky. The Sindh River that meanders through the valley abounds with trout and mahaseer. Ponies can be hired for the trip up to Thajiwas glacier, which is a major local attraction during the summer. Return for Dinner and overnight stay HB / Hotel.

Day 3 SRINAGAR – PAHALGAM

Transfers from Srinagar to Pahalgam called as “Valley of Shepherds. On arrival check in at Hotel. In Pahalgam, Enjoy the nature and walk around the banks of River Lidder. Pahalgam is famous for some trekking routes also and is the base camp for Amarnath Pilgrimage. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 4 PAHALGAM – SRINAGAR + LOCAL Sightseeing

Transfers from Pahalgam to Srinagar. Enroute visiting the Awantipura Ruins of 9th Century and Mattan Temple Complex. In Afternoon, visit Mogul Gardens "Nishat" (The Garden of Pleasure) and "Shalimar" (Abode of All). Drive along the Lake side on Boulevard On return visit a local Handicrafts Emporium for hand-knotted specialty silken carpets, shawls, jewellery ornaments. Also visit Shankaracharya Temple. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 5 SRINAGAR – GULMARG – SRINAGAR

Full Day return excursion to Gulmarg, called as “Meadow of Flowers” Gulmarg is 53 Kms from Srinagar at an altitude of 8700-ft. Gulmarg also referred as Meadow of Flowers is a famous Ski Resort and the world’s highest 18 hole Golf Course. The place was prominent during the British time. Enjoy the scenic view of Kongdori on a Cable Car Ride – OPTIONAL (Gondola) Return to Srinagar for a Dinner and Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 6 Srinagar

In time transfer to airport to connect the flight for onwards destination

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Inclusions

05 Night’s Accommodation

Meet and transfer directly to your hotel

Daily Breakfast and Dinner.

All intercity transfers and sightseeing in private etios car

1 HR Shikara ride on sharing (4 person in a boat).

All toll taxes and driver allowances are included.

G.S.T Included

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Payment Policy

INR 20,000/- token amount for booking hold.

30% of the total package cost to be paid within a week after making token payment.

Remaining payment of the total package cost to be paid before 30 days of departure.

Flight fares and transportation fee need to be paid in full and in advance at the time of booking.

Above policies are subject to change without any prior notice and you will get the final policies by your booking agent.

for more details contact us -ASAP-Holidays

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Awesome Andaman Tour Packages For Couples

Stay: Port Blair 3N - Havelock 1N                                            INR 20,597/-

4 Nights & 5 Days

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Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

Day 1 Port Blair

Arrival at Port Blair in the morning by flight our guest relation executive will meet and greet at airport and transfer to hotel. After lunch, visit the Corbyn’s Cove Beach - 9 kms from Port Blair - a coconut palm fringed beach, ideal for swimming, sun-basking and bathing + start for tour of places in and around Port Blair (City Tour) - covering the famous Cellular Jail, Saw Mill (one of the oldest and largest in Asia), Forest Museum, Anthropological Museum, Fisheries (Marine) Museum, Naval Marine Museum (Samudrika), Andaman Water Sports Complex (for water and adventure sports like water-skiing, boats, water scooters, tube rides, etc.) and the Cottage Industries Emporium (Sagarika) - for shopping and souvenirs. In the evening, attend the enthralling Sound and Light Show at Cellular Jail - where the heroic saga of the Indian freedom struggle is brought alive.

Day 2 Port Blair

After breakfast our company’s vehicle will be there in the Hotel to pick you up for Andaman Water Sports Complex from where ferry will starts for North Bay- to see coral reefs, exotic varieties of beautiful ornamental fishes and other marine life. Optional Activities - Snorkelling, Glass bottom boat ride, Swimming, Trekking. From North bay start for Ross Island - from where the Britisher’s governed the entire Andaman islands, prior to India’s Independence. This island is an ideal destination for nature walk amidst sylvan surroundings with deers, peacocks, exotic birds, etc. Then proceed for a leisurely cruise (Harbour Cruise) in a steamer along the Port Blair Harbour - which takes one to Viper Island. The gallows a top a hillock here is sight to watch. Overnight stay at Port Blair

Day 3 Port Blair - Havelock

After a Healthy Breakfast at Hotel at Port Blair Or Packed Breakfast get ready on 07:00-Early morning you will be taken to Phoniex bay Harbour to take a private catamaran M V MAKRUZZ / Coastal Cruise which takes one and half hour journey for Havelock island. In Havelock Island our Company’s representatives will be there to meet you at the Harbour.After a short time for leisure have lunch and start for sightseeing of places in and around Havelock. After lunch our company’s vehicle will be in the resort to take you to the Radhanagar beach- Asia's Best Beach and rated amongst world's top ten beaches. Radhanagar Beach (Beach #7) is the most beautiful on the island and was rated as the best in Asia by Time in 2004. Gorgeous, silky white sand backed by a forest that provides welcome shade looks out over turquoise water, some stretches with a sandy bottom good for swimming and some with excellent coral reefs that are great for snorkeling – a great combination indeed. Sunsets here are often spectacular and it's a popular time to be at the beach. By evening return back to the hotel and stay overnight amongst sandy beach and lush green forest in a comfortable beach resort.

Day 4 Havelock - Port Blair

After breakfast Checkout from the Resort and Keep Your Luggage at the Resort and Pick up from the Resort and proceed for Kalapather beach-it is also one of the well-known beach at Havelock and is considered to be one of the spectacular beaches, White sand of the beach, greenish and blue Sea as the back ground looks really inviting for a tourist and the scene is unique for a tourist as all sea does not look like this coloured. After spending luxurious time in this pristine beach then proceed to Havelock harbour to take a ferry for Port Blair and reaches Port Blair by evening and our company’s representatives will be at Phoniex Bay Harbour to pick you up and get transferred to the Hotel / Resort

Day 5 Port Blair

After breakfast transfer to the airport to board the flight to your destination, with happy memories of your Honeymoon in Andaman

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Inclusions

04 Night’s Twin sharing accommodation

Meet and Greet by our representatives on arrival at Port Blair Airport

Complimentary Airport Pick up and Drop

Transportation using Private AC Car with chauffer as per the itinerary below, inclusive of fuel, parking Toll Driver allowance

Visit to 3 Island by Private cruise Mark Marina

Full buffet breakfast daily in the hotel

Dinner or Lunch for 4 Occasions.(One Major Meal Either Lunch Or Dinner)

Bouquet of flower on arrival

Welcome Fruit Basket in the room on the day of arrival

Rose petals decoration on bed in hotels on the day of arrival

Visit to 3 Island by Private cruise Mark Marina

One session of snorkelling at coral Island (North Bay) for 01 couple

One session of Jet Ski ride at Carbyn’s Cove Beach at Port Blair for 01 couple

All sightseeing according to the sightseeing programme mentioned

01 candle light dinner with a bottle of wine with a honeymoon cake in a romantic beach/sea side restaurant

All entry ticket and ferry ticket to visit the places of sightseeing

Daily 2 Bottles of Mineral water and tissue papers will be present in the car while sightseeing

To and fro Havelock Island ferry transfers will be by A/C Luxury CATAMARAN – M V MAKRUZZ / Coastal Cruise / Green Ocean in Premium / Executive class of seating

24 hours on call assistance during your stay

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Payment Policy

INR 20,000/- token amount for booking hold.

30% of the total package cost to be paid within a week after making token payment.

Remaining payment of the total package cost to be paid before 30 days of departure.

Flight fares and transportation fee need to be paid in full and in advance at the time of booking.

Above policies are subject to change without any prior notice and you will get the final policies by your booking agent.

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Andaman Standard Romantic Holiday Package

Stay: Port Blair 1N - Havelock 2N - Port Blair 1N                            INR 20,312/-

4 Nights & 5 Days

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Overview

The Andaman Standard romantic holiday package for 4 nights/5 days is an enigmatic way to explore the gorgeousness of the Andaman and witness the eternal hospitality and beauty of the region. The package cost covers 2 nights of stays in Port Blair and 2 nights of stay in Havelock Island. Furthermore, you will enjoy daily free breakfast at the hotel property, return airport transfer in an A/C car, sightseeing tours, ferry transfers, exquisite range of amenities in the hotel, entry tickets for mentioned sites and much more. Andaman standard romantic holiday package is a perfect way to explore one of the most promising and enthralling destination of India whilst rejuvenating the love between you two. So, relive those happy days from your love life by booking 4 nights/5 days Andaman standard romantic holiday package with ASAP Holidays and save massive.

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Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

Day 1 Port Blair Arrival and Sightseeing Tour

Upon your arrival to the Port Blair airport, you will be welcomed by our tour representative that will usher you to the hotel for check-in procedure. After checking-in, you will have first half of your day for independent leisure. Later the day, you will be picked up from the hotel to enjoy a visit to the Cellular Jail and explore the exquisite architecture of this fascinating place followed by the Sound and Light Show. Later in the evening, you will reach back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 2 Port Blair to Havelock Transfer by Ferry with Independent Leisure

The first morning in Port Blair will give you some awesome experiences starting from a delicious breakfast at the hotel. After your breakfast, you will be transferred to the docks to catch your ferry ride for Havelock Island. After reaching to the island, you will be picked up by our representative and will be transferred to the hotel for check-in procedure. After the entire check-in procedure, you will have the rest of your day for independent leisure and explore the everlasting range of fabulous attractions and bewitching islands of the city. Later in the evening, reach back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 3 Havelock Island Sightseeing Tour

Your first morning in Havelock Island will commence with some awesome breakfast at the hotel followed by a range of sightseeing experiences. At first place, you will be ushered to the Elephant beach for some great beach fun. Here, you can also enjoy some snorkelling (to be paid at site) and add some adventure to your journey. The Elephant beach is known to be a fine place for some photography, awesome sightseeing experiences and to relax at the white sandy beaches that lush with great range of trees, coral reefs and many more exciting natural attributes. Later the day, you will be proceeding to the Kalapather Beach by road to enjoy some sunset delights. Later in the evening, you will be transferred to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 4 Havelock Island to Port Blair Transfer by Ferry with Independent Leisure

Today, you will be served with a tasty breakfast at the hotel followed by your transfer to the ports to catch your ferry back to the Port Blair. After reaching to the Port Blair, you will be picked up and ushered to the respective hotel for check-in. After your check-in is done, you will be enjoying a half day city tour that covers some great attractions of the city including Fisheries museum, Anthropological Museum, Corbyns Cove and many more places. Later in the evening, reach back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 5 Departure from Port Blair

Begin your last day of the trip with some utterly delicious breakfast at the hotel to savour on the bewitching range of culinary from the native culture. After your breakfast, you will be checking-out from the hotel and will be transferred to the airport to catch your flight for the journey ahead and leave the scenic island with a thought of coming back again in future and treasure more tranquilizing and bewitching memories with ASAP Holidays.

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Inclusions

Return Airport Transfers

Welcome Drink on Arrival

2 Nights of Stay in Port Blair

2 Nights of Stay in Havelock Island

Daily Breakfast

Entry Tickets for All Mentioned Sightseeing

Ferry Tickets for Transfers

Road Transfers in an A/C Vehicle

InterCity Transfer by Ferry

Included Transport Charges, Ferries, Fees, Allowances, Parking and More

All Applicable Taxes and Fees

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Payment Policy

INR 20,000/- token amount for booking hold.

30% of the total package cost to be paid within a week after making token payment.

Remaining payment of the total package cost to be paid before 30 days of departure.

Flight fares and transportation fee need to be paid in full and in advance at the time of booking.

Above policies are subject to change without any prior notice and you will get the final policies by your booking agent.

for more details contact us -ASAP-Holidays

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Stay: Port Blair 3N 3 Nights & 4 Days

Stay: Port Blair 3N                                                                                   INR 18,926/-

3 Nights & 4 Days 

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Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

Day 1 Port Blair

Arrival at Port Blair in the morning by flight our guest relation executive will meet and greet at airport and transfer to hotel. After lunch, visit the Corbyn’s Cove Beach - 9 kms from Port Blair - a coconut palm fringed beach, ideal for swimming, sun-basking and bathing + start for tour of places in and around Port Blair (City Tour) - covering the famous Cellular Jail, Saw Mill (one of the oldest and largest in Asia), Forest Museum, Anthropological Museum, Fisheries (Marine) Museum, Naval Marine Museum (Samudrika), Andaman Water Sports Complex (for water and adventure sports like water-skiing, boats, water scooters, tube rides, etc.) and the Cottage Industries Emporium (Sagarika) - for shopping and souvenirs. In the evening, attend the enthralling Sound and Light Show at Cellular Jail - where the heroic saga of the Indian freedom struggle is brought alive.

Day 2 Port Blair

After breakfast our company’s vehicle will be there in the Hotel to pick you up for Andaman Water Sports Complex from where ferry will starts for North Bay- to see coral reefs, exotic varieties of beautiful ornamental fishes and other marine life. Optional Activities - Snorkelling, Glass bottom boat ride, Swimming, Trekking. From North bay start for Ross Island - from where the Britisher’s governed the entire Andaman islands, prior to India’s Independence. This island is an ideal destination for nature walk amidst sylvan surroundings with deers, peacocks, exotic birds, etc. Then proceed for a leisurely cruise (Harbour Cruise) in a steamer along the Port Blair Harbour - which takes one to Viper Island. The gallows a top a hillock here is sight to watch. Overnight stay at Port Blair.

Day 3 Port Blair

Early morning you will be taken to Phoniex bay Harbour to take a private catamaran M V MAKRUZZ / Green Ocean which takes one and half hour journey for Havelock Island. In Havelock Island our Company’s representatives will be there to meet you at the Harbour. Our company’s vehicle will be provided to take you to the Radhanagar beach- Asia's Best Beach and rated amongst world's top ten beaches. Radhanagar Beach (Beach #7) is the most beautiful on the island and was rated as the best in Asia by Time in 2004. Gorgeous, silky white sand backed by a forest that provides welcome shade looks out over turquoise water, some stretches with a sandy bottom good for swimming and some with excellent coral reefs that are great for snorkeling – a great combination indeed. Sunsets here are often spectacular and it's a popular time to be at the beach. After spending luxurious time in this pristine beach then proceed to Havelock harbour to take a ferry for Port Blair and reach Port Blair by evening and our company’s representatives will be at Phoniex Bay Harbour to pick you up and get transferred to the Hotel / Resort.

Day 4 Port Blair

After breakfast transfer to the airport to board the flight to your destination, with happy memories of your Honeymoon in Andaman.

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Inclusions

       03 Night’s Twin sharing accommodation

2        Meet and Greet by our representatives on arrival at Port Blair Airport

3       Complimentary Airport Pick up and Drop

4       Transportation using Private AC Car with chauffer as per the itinerary below, inclusive of                    fuel, parking Toll Driver allowance

5        Full buffet breakfast daily in the hotel

6        Dinner or Lunch for 3 Occasions.(One Major Meal Either Lunch Or Dinner)

7       Bouquet of flower on arrival

8       Welcome Fruit Basket in the room on the day of arrival

9         Rose petals decoration on bed in hotels on the day of arrival

10       Visit to 3 Island by Private cruise Mark Marina

11          One session of snorkelling at coral Island (North Bay) for 01 couple

12          One session of Jet Ski ride at Carbyn’s Cove Beach at Port Blair for 01 couple

13         All sightseeing according to the sightseeing programme mentioned

14        01 candle light dinner with a bottle of wine with a honeymoon cake in a romantic                                   beach/sea side restaurant

15      Daily 2 Bottles of Mineral water and tissue papers will be present in the car while                                  sightseeing

16         To and fro Havelock Island ferry transfers will be by A/C Luxury CATAMARAN – M V                            MAKRUZZ / Coastal Cruise / Green Ocean in Premium / Executive class of seating

 17         24 hours on call assistance during your stay

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Payment Policy

1   INR 20,000/- token amount for booking hold.

2   30% of the total package cost to be paid within a week after making token payment.

3   Remaining payment of the total package cost to be paid before 30 days of departure.

4   Flight fares and transportation fee need to be paid in full and in advance at the time of booking.

5   Above policies are subject to change without any prior notice and you will get the final policies       by your booking agent.

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Andaman Nicobar Package For Couple

Stay: Port Blair 2N - Havelock 2N                                                         INR 18,802/-

4 Nights & 5 Days

Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

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Day 1 Port Blair

AIRPORT PICK UP + CELLULAR JAIL LIGHT AND SOUND SHOW

Day 2 Port Blair - Havelock

PORT BLAIR -> HAVELOCK IN CRUISE + RADHANAGAR BEACH.

Day 3 Havelock

DAY AT LIESURE

Day 4 - Havelock - Port Blair

KALAPATHAR BEACH +HAVELOCK ISLAND -> PORT BLAIRIN CRUISE

Day 5 Port Blair

After breakfast transfer to the airport to board the flight to your destination, with happy memories in Andaman

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Inclusions

    Well appointed A/c room Accommodation in below mentioned hotels.

2     A/c Vehicle for all transfer and Sightseeing at all the places/islands but not at disposal basis.

       Breakfast at all the hotels.

3     All entry permits, entry tickets to all sight-seeing points, ferry tickets and forest area permits             wherever applicable.

    Private Cruise tickets (Base Category/Subject to Availabality) between Port Blair and Havelock.

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        Payment Policy

5     INR 20,000/- token amount for booking hold.

6     30% of the total package cost to be paid within a week after making token payment.

7     Remaining payment of the total package cost to be paid before 30 days of departure.

     Flight fares and transportation fee need to be paid in full and in advance at the time of                        booking.

   Above policies are subject to change without any prior notice and you will get the final policies        by your booking agent.

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Stay: Port Blair 2N - Havelock 2N                                                     INR 17,968/-

4 Nights & 5 Days                                                                                  

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Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

Day 1 Port Blair

AIRPORT PICK UP + CELLULAR JAIL LIGHT AND SOUND SHOW

Day 2 Port Blair - Havelock

PORT BLAIR -> HAVELOCK IN CRUISE + RADHANAGAR BEACH.

Day 3 Havelock

DAY AT LIESURE

Day 4 - Havelock - Port Blair

KALAPATHAR BEACH +HAVELOCK ISLAND -> PORT BLAIRIN CRUISE

Day 5 Port Blair

After breakfast transfer to the airport to board the flight to your destination, with happy memories in Andaman

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Inclusions

1    Well appointed A/c room Accommodation in below mentioned hotels.

2    A/c Vehicle for all transfer and Sightseeing at all the places/islands but not at disposal basis.

3     Breakfast at all the hotels.

4    All entry permits, entry tickets to all sight-seeing points, ferry tickets and forest area permits              wherever applicable.

5    Private Cruise tickets (Base Category/Subject to Availabality) between Port Blair and Havelock.

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Payment Policy

1     INR 20,000/- token amount for booking hold.

     30% of the total package cost to be paid within a week after making token payment.

3      Remaining payment of the total package cost to be paid before 30 days of departure.

    Flight fares and transportation fee need to be paid in full and in advance at the time of                        booking.

     Above policies are subject to change without any prior notice and you will get the final                         policies by your booking agent.

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3 Nights 4 Days Andaman Tour Packages

Stay: Port Blair 2N - Havelock 1N                         INR 12,916/-

3 Nights & 4 Days Price Per Adult

Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

Day 1 Port Blair

Airport Pick Up. Later Trip To Cellular Jail Light and Sound Show.

Day 2 Port Blair - Havelock

Port Blair to Havelock Island in Cruise. Later Trip to Radhanagar Beach

Day 3 - Havelock - Port Blair

Kalapathar Beach . Later Depart from Havelock Island to Port Blair.

Day 4 Port Blair

After breakfast transfer to the airport to board the flight to your destination, with happy memories in Andaman

Inclusions

--> Well appointed A/c room Accommodation in below mentioned hotels.

--> A/c Vehicle for all transfer and Sightseeing at all the places/islands but not at disposal basis.

--> Breakfast at all the hotels.

--> All entry permits, entry tickets to all sight-seeing points, ferry tickets and forest area permits wherever applicable.

--> Private Cruise tickets (Base Category/Subject to Availabality) between Port Blair and Havelock.

Payment Policy

--> INR 20,000/- token amount for booking hold.

--> 30% of the total package cost to be paid within a week after making token payment.

--> Remaining payment of the total package cost to be paid before 30 days of departure.

--> Flight fares and transportation fee need to be paid in full and in advance at the time of booking.

--> Above policies are subject to change without any prior notice and you will get the final policies by your booking agent.

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Europe Tour Packages

If you are at Europe holidays then there are number of vibrant places waiting for you. At this wide scale, you will feel difficulty in the selection of best. It will like an excellent opportunity to feel great sense of freedom at the roads of Europe.

You can discover your favorite destination or get the best city trip with the help of expert tour planners. Simply, enjoy the European destinations in your own way and know about the story behind such regions.

The hidden gems of Europe provide you the chance to explore the beauty behind its secret destinations. Even if you are looking for romantic getaway then find the beauty in seaside areas for a perfect celebration with your sweetheart.

There are endless options with the popularity of Ski destinations, beach destinations, cultural destinations, culinary destinations and shopping places.

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Andaman Honeymoon Tour Packages

Stay: Port Blair 3N - Havelock 1N                                                           INR 16,145/-

4 Nights & 5 Days

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Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

Day 1 Port Blair

AIRPORT PICK UP + CELLULAR JAIL LIGHT AND SOUND SHOW

Day 2 Port Blair - Havelock

PORT BLAIR - HAVELOCK IN CRUISE + RADHANAGAR BEACH.

Day 3 Havelock - Port Blair

KALAPATHAR BEACH +HAVELOCK ISLAND -> PORT BLAIRIN CRUISE

Day 4 Port Blair

City Tour

Day 5 Port Blair

After breakfast transfer to the airport to board the flight to your destination, with happy memories in Andaman

Inclusions

(1)  Well appointed A/c room Accommodation in below mentioned hotels.

(2)  A/c Vehicle for all transfer and Sightseeing at all the places/islands but not at disposal basis.

(3)  Breakfast at all the hotels.

(4)  All entry permits, entry tickets to all sight-seeing points, ferry tickets and forest area permits              wherever applicable.

(5)  Private Cruise tickets (Base Category/Subject to Availabality) between Port Blair and Havelock.

Payment Policy

(1)  INR 20,000/- token amount for booking hold.

(2)  30% of the total package cost to be paid within a week after making token payment.

(3)  Remaining payment of the total package cost to be paid before 30 days of departure.

(4)  Flight fares and transportation fee need to be paid in full and in advance at the time of                        booking.

(5)  Above policies are subject to change without any prior notice and you will get the final policies         by your booking agent.

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India's Kashmir - Heaven on Earth?

Kashmir is the northernmost geographical region of the Indian subcontinent. Until the mid-19th century, the term "Kashmir"
denoted only the Kashmir Valley between the Great Himalayas and the Pir Panjal Range. Today, the term encompasses a larger
area that includes the Indian-administered territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, the Pakistani-administered territories
of Pakistan Occupied Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan, and the Chinese-Occupied territories of Ladakh thatis also known as Aksai
Chin and the Trans-Karakoram Tract.
In the first half of the first millennium, the Kashmir region became an important centre of Hinduism and later of Buddhism;

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later still, in the ninth century, Kashmir Shaivism arose. In 1339, Shah Mir became the first Muslim ruler of Kashmir,
inaugurating the Salatin-i-Kashmir or Shah Mir dynasty. The region was part of the Mughal Empire from 1586 to 1751,
and thereafter, until 1820, of the Afghan Durrani Empire. That year, the Sikh Empire, under Ranjit Singh, annexed Kashmir.
In 1846, after the Sikh defeat in the First Anglo-Sikh War, and upon the purchase of the region from the British under the
Treaty of Amritsar, the Raja of Jammu, Gulab Singh, became the new ruler of Kashmir. The rule of his descendants, under the
paramountcy (or tutelage) of the British Crown, lasted until the Partition of India in 1947, when the former princely state
of the British Indian Empire became a disputed territory, now administered by three countries: India, Pakistan, and China.

Hinduism and Buddhism in Kashmir

During the ancient and medieval periods, Kashmir was an important centre for the development of a Hindu-Buddhist syncretism,
in which Madhyamaka and Yogachara were blended with Shaivism and Advaita Vedanta. The Buddhist Mauryan emperor Ashoka is often
credited with having founded the old capital of Kashmir, Shrinagari, now ruins on the outskirts of modern Srinagar. Kashmir
was long a stronghold of Buddhism.As a Buddhist seat of learning, the Sarvastivada school strongly influenced Kashmir.

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East and Central Asian Buddhist monks are recorded as having visited the kingdom. In the late 4th century CE, the famous
Kuchanese monk Kumārajīva, born to an Indian noble family, studied Dīrghāgama and Madhyāgama in Kashmir under Bandhudatta.
He later became a prolific translator who helped take Buddhism to China. His mother Jīva is thought to have retired to Kashmir.
Vimalākṣa, a Sarvāstivādan Buddhist monk, travelled from Kashmir to Kucha and there instructed Kumārajīva in the Vinayapiṭaka.
Karkoṭa Empire (625–885 CE) was a powerful Hindu empire, which originated in the region of Kashmir. It was founded by
Durlabhvardhana during the lifetime of Harsha. The dynasty marked the rise of Kashmir as a power in South Asia. Avanti
Varman ascended the throne of Kashmir on 855 CE, establishing the Utpala dynasty and ending the rule of Karkoṭa dynasty.

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According to tradition, Adi Shankara visited the pre-existing Sarvajñapīṭha (Sharada Peeth) in Kashmir in the late 8th
century or early 9th century CE. The Madhaviya Shankaravijayam states this temple had four doors for scholars from the
four cardinal directions. The southern door of Sarvajna Pitha was opened by Adi Shankara.According to tradition,
Adi Shankara opened the southern door by defeating in debate all the scholars there in all the various scholastic disciplines
such as Mīmāṃsā, Vedanta and other branches of Hindu philosophy; he ascended the throne of Transcendent wisdom of that temple.
In the 10th century Mokshopaya or Moksopaya Shastra, a philosophical text on salvation for non-ascetics
, was written on the Pradyumna hill in Srinagar.[40][41] It has the form of a public sermon and claims human authorship and
contains about 30,000 shloka's (making it longer than the Ramayana). The main part of the text forms a dialogue between
Vashistha and Rama, interchanged with numerous short stories and anecdotes to illustrate the content. This text was
later (11th to the 14th century CE) expanded and vedanticised, which resulted in the Yoga Vasistha.
Queen Kota Rani was medieval Hindu ruler of Kashmir, ruling until 1339. She was a notable ruler who is often credited for
saving Srinagar city from frequent floods by getting a canal constructed, named after her "Kutte Kol". This canal receives
water from Jhelum River at the entry point of city and again merges with Jhelum river beyond the city limits.

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Is India's Kashmir Heaven on Earth?

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Kashmir is the northernmost geographical region of the Indian subcontinent. Until the mid-19th century, the term "Kashmir" denoted only the Kashmir Valley between the Great Himalayas and the Pir Panjal Range. Today the term encompasses a larger area that includes the Indian territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, the Pakistani Occupied Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan, and the Chinese-administered territories of Aksai Chin and the Trans-Karakoram Tract.


In the first half of the first millennium, the Kashmir region became an important centre of Hinduism and later of Buddhism; later still, in the ninth century, Kashmir Shaivism arose.In 1339, Shah Mir became the first Muslim ruler of Kashmir, inaugurating the Salatin-i-Kashmir or Shah Mir dynasty. The region was part of the Mughal Empire from 1586 to 1751, and thereafter, until 1820, of the Afghan Durrani Empire. That year, the Sikh Empire, under Ranjit Singh, annexed Kashmir. In 1846, after the Sikh defeat in the First Anglo-Sikh War, and upon the purchase of the region from the British under the Treaty of Amritsar, the Raja of Jammu, Gulab Singh, became the new ruler of Kashmir. The rule of his descendants, under the paramountcy (or tutelage) of the British Crown, lasted until the Partition of India in 1947, when the former princely state of the British Indian Empire became a disputed territory, now administered by three countries: India, Pakistan, and China.


The word Kashmir was derived from the ancient Sanskrit language and was referred to as káśmīra. The Nilamata Purana describes the valley's origin from the waters, a lake called Sati-saras. A popular local etymology of Kashmira is that it is land desiccated from water. Geologists agree that the Valley was formerly a lake, and the lake drained through the gap of Baramulla (Varahamula) which matches with the Hindu legends.

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An alternative etymology derives the name from the name of the Vedic sage Kashyapa who is believed to have settled people in this land. Accordingly, Kashmir would be derived from either kashyapa-mir (Kashyapa's Lake) or kashyapa-meru (Kashyapa's Mountain).

The word has been referenced to in a Hindu scripture mantra worshipping the Hindu goddess Sharada and is mentioned to have resided in the land of kashmira, or which might have been a reference to the Sharada Peeth.


The Ancient Greeks called the region Kasperia, which has been identified with Kaspapyros of Hecataeus of Miletus (apud Stephanus of Byzantium) and Kaspatyros of Herodotus (3.102, 4.44). Kashmir is also believed to be the country meant by Ptolemy's Kaspeiria. The earliest text which directly mentions the name Kashmir is in Ashtadhyayi written by the Sanskrit grammarian Pāṇini during the 5th century BCE. Pāṇini called the people of Kashmir Kashmirikas. Some other early references to Kashmir can also be found in Mahabharata in Sabha Parva and in puranas like Matsya Purana, Vayu Purana, Padma Purana and Vishnu Purana and Vishnudharmottara Purana.


Huientsang, the Buddhist scholar and Chinese traveller, called Kashmir kia-shi-milo, while some other Chinese accounts referred to Kashmir as ki-pin (or Chipin or Jipin) and ache-pin.


Cashmeer is an archaic spelling of modern Kashmir, and in some countries[which?] it is still spelled this way. Kashmir is called Cachemire in French, Cachemira in Spanish, Caxemira in Portuguese, Caixmir in Catalan, Casmiria in Latin, Cașmir in Romanian, and Cashmir in Occitan.


In the Kashmiri language, Kashmir itself is known as Kasheer.

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Manali

This resort and tourist town in the mountains of Himachal Pradesh, at the northern end of the Kullu Valley, formed by the Beas River. It's approximately 270 kilometres (170 mi) north of the state capital of Shimla and 544 kilometres (338 mi) northeast of the national capital of Delhi. With a population of 8,096 people recorded in the 2011 Indian census, Manali is the beginning of an ancient trade route through the Union territory of Ladakh, over the Karakoram Pass and onto Yarkand and Hotan in the Tarim Basin of China. Manali is a popular tourist destination in India and serves as the gateway to the Lahaul and Spiti district as well as the city of Leh in Ladakh.

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Kasol 

A hamlet in the district Kullu of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It is situated in Parvati Valley, on the banks of the Parvati River, on the way between Bhuntar and Manikaran . It is located 30 km (19 mi) from  Bhuntar and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from .Manikaran  Kasol is the Himalayan hotspot for backpackers and acts as a base for nearby treks to  Malana and Kheerganga. It is called Mini Israel of India due to a high percentage of Israeli tourists here.

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Shimla

Shimla also known as Simla, is the capital and the largest city of the Indian
state of Himachal Pradesh. In 1864, Shimla was declared as the summer capital
of British India. After independence, the city became the capital of Punjab
and was later made the capital of Himachal Pradesh. It is the principal commercial,
cultural and educational centre of the state. It was the capital city in exile of
British Burma (present-day Myanmar) from 1942 to 1945.

Small hamlets were recorded prior to 1815 when British forces took control of
the area. The climatic conditions attracted the British to establish the city in
the dense forests of the Himalayas. As the summer capital, Shimla hosted many important
political meetings including the Simla Accord of 1914 and the Simla Conference of 1945.
After independence, the state of Himachal Pradesh came into being in 1948 as a result
of the integration of 28 princely states. Even after independence, the city remained an
important political centre, hosting the Simla Agreement of 1972. After the reorganisation
of the state of Himachal Pradesh, the existing Mahasu district was named Shimla.


Shri Hanuman Jakhu (Statue) located in the premises of Jakhu Temple
Shimla is home to a number of buildings that are styled in the Tudorbethan and
neo-Gothic architectures dating from the colonial era, as well as multiple temples
and churches. The colonial architecture and churches, the temples, and the natural
environment of the city attracts tourists. Major city centre's attractions include the
Shri Hanuman Jakhu (Statue), Jakhu Temple, Viceregal Lodge, Christ Church, Mall Road,
The Ridge and Annadale. The city centre's northern most point is Jakhoo and the southern
most location is Annadale, and the easternmost point is Sanjauli and western point is
Chotta Shimla. The Kalka–Shimla Railway line built by the British, a UNESCO World Heritage
Site, is also a major tourist attraction. Owing to its steep terrain, Shimla hosts the
mountain biking race MTB Himalaya, which started in 2005 and is regarded as the biggest
event of its kind in South Asia. Shimla also has the largest natural ice skating rink in
South Asia. Apart from being a tourism centre, the city is also an educational hub with
a number of colleges and research institutions.

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Port Blair


The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a union territory of India in the Bay of Bengal, and Port Blair is its capital, serving as the entry point for visiting the islands . Port Blair is connected with mainland India by both air and sea. It is a two-to-three-hour flight from mainland India to Veer Savarkar International Airport, and three to four by sea from Kolkata, Chennai, or Vishakhapatnam to Haddo Wharf. It is home to several museums and a major naval base INS Jarawa of the Indian Navy, along with sea and air bases of the Indian Coast Guard, Andaman and Nicobar Police , Andaman and Nicobar Command, the first integrated tri-command of the Indian Armed Forces and the Indian Air Force.

Home to several museums and the Seri Vettimalai Mutugan temple, Port Blair is also famous for the historic Cellular Jail (top) and other small islands like Corbyn's Cove, Wandoor, Ross Island, and Viper Island, once home to British colonists. Port Blair has been selected as one of the cities to be developed as a "smart city" under the Smart Cities Mission.

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Baratang Island

Baratang lies 150 km (93 mi) north of Port Blair and has plenty of accommodations, with forest and PWD guest houses also available (visitors should book well in advance). Major attractions include its limestone caves, mud volcano, Parrot Island, and Baludera Beach.

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Diglipur 

The largest town of North Andaman Island is located on the southern side of Aerial Bay, 298 kilometres (185 miles) north of Port Blair. It is crossed by the Kalpong Rive, the only river of the Andaman islands. Saddle Peak, the highest point in the archipelago, about 10 km to the south. Diglipur is also a county  of the North and Middle Andaman District of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Its area is 884 square km and its population is just under 43,000..

The town also profits from tourism to nearby attractions which include Ross and Smith islands; Saddle Peak National Park; the beaches at Kalipur, Lamiya Bay, and Ram Nagar (famous for sea turtle nesting from December to February). Also, Chalis Ek Caves (about 20 kilometres (12 miles) south of Diglipur, near the village of Pathi Level) and Alfred Caves are major nesting grounds for the edible-nest swiftlet, whose nests are exported to China for bird's nest soup.

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2 Top Destinations in India

1 Ram- Setu

Historical mentions and etymology

The ancient Indian Sanskrit epic Ramayana (7th century BCE to 3rd century CE) written by Valmiki mentions a bridge.  constructed by god Ram through his Vanara (ape-men) army to reach Lanka and rescue his wife Sita from the Rakshasa king, Ravana. The location of the Lanka of the Ramayana has been widely interpreted as being present-day Sri Lanka making this stretch of land Nala's or Rama's bridge. Analysis of several of the older Ramayana versions by scholars for evidence of historicity have led to the identification of Lankapura no further south than the Godavari River. These are based on geographical, botanical, and folkloristic evidences as no archaeological evidence has been found. Scholars differ on the possible geography of the Ramayana but several suggestions since the work of H.D. Sankalia locate the Lanka of the epic somewhere in the eastern part of present day Madhya Pradesh.

The western world first encountered it in Ibn Khordadbeh's Book of Roads and Kingdoms (c. 850), in which he refers to it as Set Bandhai or Bridge of the Sea. Some early Islamic sources refer to a mountain in Sri Lanka as Adam's Peak (where Adam supposedly fell to earth). The sources describe Adam as crossing from Sri Lanka to India via the bridge after his expulsion from the Garden of Eden, leading to the name of Adam's Bridge. Alberuni  (c. 1030) was probably the first to describe it in such a manner. A British cartographer in 1804 prepared the earliest map that calls this area by the name Adam's bridge.

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Kashmir

The word Kashmir was derived from the ancient Sanskrit language and was referred to as káśmīra. The Nilamata Purana describes the valley's origin from the waters, a lake called Sati-saras. A popular local etymology of Kashmira is that it is land desiccated from water.

Geologists agree that the Valley was formerly a lake, and the lake drained through the gap of Baramulla (Varahamula)] which matches with the Hindu legends.

An alternative etymology derives the name from the name of the Vedic sage Kashyapa who is believed to have settled people in this land. Accordingly, Kashmir would be derived from either kashyapa-mir (Kashyapa's Lake) or kashyapa-meru (Kashyapa's Mountain).

The word has been referenced to in a Hindu scripture mantra worshipping the Hindu goddess Sharada and is mentioned to have resided in the land of kashmira, or which might have been a reference to the Sharada Peeth.

The Ancient Greeks called the region Kasperia, which has been identified with Kaspapyros of Hecataeus of Miletus  and Kaspatyros of Herodotus (3.102, 4.44). Kashmir is also believed to be the country meant by Ptolemys KaspeiriaThe earliest text which directly mentions the name Kashmir is in Ashtadhyayi written by the Sanskrit grammarian Pāṇini during the 5th century BC. Pāṇini called the people of Kashmir Kashmirikas Some other early references to Kashmir can also be found in Mahabharata in Sabha Parva and in puranas like Matsya Purana, Vayu Purana, Padma Purana and Vishnu Purana and Vishnudharmottara Purana.

Huientsang  the Buddhist scholar and Chinese traveller, called Kashmir kia-shi-milo, while some other Chinese accounts referred to Kashmir as ki-pin (or Chipin or Jipin) and ache-pin.

Cashmeer is an archaic spelling of modern Kashmir, and in some countries it is still spelled this way. Kashmir is called Cachemire in French, Cachemira in Spanish, Caxemira in Portuguese, Caixmir in Catalan, Casmiria in Latin, Cașmir in Romanian, and Cashmir in Occitan.

In the Kashmiri language, Kashmir itself is known as Kasheer

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