OUR INDIA & DUBAI ITINERARY: DAY 1 – BOSTON~DUBAI~DELHI: Depart Boston's Logan International Airport aboard our Emirates flight to Dubai (non-stop to Delhi) with full meal and beverage service, as well as stereo headsets, available while flight.

DAY 2 - DELHI: After arriving in Delhi at approximately 2:45 pm, our representative will meet you in the arrival area of the airport after you clear immigration and custom. Depart for your hotel and check in for your stay. Rest of the day is at leisure. Dinner, welcome briefing and introduction to the Tour Director in the evening. (D)

DAY 3 - DELHI: After breakfast this morning, begin exploration of Delhi, India’s capital sporting a rich history spanning over 2,000 years. Discover the secrets of the only clearly visible historic settlement of Delhi. From the majestic Red Fort to the gold lined shops of Dariba Kalan, this tour allows you to savor a 350 year old culture. Arrive in Old Delhi and drive past Red Fort and Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in year 1650 AD. From here you board your cycle rickshaws for a tour of Chandni Chowk (Silver Street) for a glimpse into an old world lifestyle slowly fading from Delhi. The hustle and bustle of everyday life can be felt in the narrow lanes. Stop at Khari Baoli, Asia’s largest wholesale spice market - operating since the 17th century. Continue to a sikh temple and witness the community kitchen where thousands of worshippers are fed round the clock. At the temple, an expert will talk to you on Sikhism. Next, drive through New Delhi, passing by Presidential Palace- the one-time imperial residence of the British viceroys; the India Gate - a memorial raised in honor of the Indian soldiers martyred during the Afghan war, Parliament house, and other government buildings. The tour to Imperial Delhi will include a visit to the Qutub Minar, the tallest stone tower as well as one of the finest structures raised in India. Then visit Humayun’s tomb, built by the widow of the second Mughal Emperor, Humayun, and a precursor of the Taj Mahal. Tonight, welcome dinner is arranged at local restaurant. (B,D)

DAY 4 – DELHI-UDAIPUR: After breakfast and hotel check out, we will transfer to the airport and fly to Udaipur (Please note, luggage allowance on this flight is 33 lbs. checked in baggage and 15 lb. hand luggage). On arrival, we transfer to our hotel and check in. Dinner is at the hotel. This evening we enjoy a boat cruise to Jag Mandir, a palace of splendidly carved marble on an island in Lake Pichola, a lake best explored on a boat ride as it covers all the attractions around the lake. One can also wander along the bathing and washing ghats by the lakeside. The most resplendent sights on the boat ride are the island palaces. The 17th century Jagmandir Island Palace is one of the oldest and most grandiose palaces in India. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight. (B,D)

DAY 5 – UDAIPUR: After breakfast we will visit City Palace. Standing on a crest overlooking Lake Pichola, this majestic palace is a stunning blend of medieval European and Chinese architecture, surmounted by balconies, towers, cupolas and terraces with wonderful views of the city and lake. The main part of the palace is now a museum with a large and eclectic collection of miniature paintings. Next take a private tour of the Crystal Gallery in Fateh Prakesh Palace to see the breathtaking collection of crystal objects. Stop next at the Jagdish Temple, a wonderful Indo-Aryan temple built by Maharana Jagat Singh in 1651. Climb up stone steps flanked by sculpted elephants and admire the intricate pillars, carved ceilings, stunning frescoes and the massive black, stone image of Vishnu. Continue on to the Sahelion-ki-Bari (Garden of the Handmaidens), a good example of the Hindu art of landscape gardening on a princely scale. Ornamental pools with finely sculptured cenotaphs of soft black stone are surrounded by a profusion of fountains. In the afternoon, we’ll see the Vintage and Classic Vehicle Collection. The collection showcases old limousines and rare automobiles belonging to the Royal House of Mewar. All the vehicles are in perfect running condition. An original Burma Shell petrol pump is also located on the premises. The quaint pump, still in working condition, adds yet another touch of nostalgia and authenticity to the collection. Return to the hotel and remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B,D)

DAY 6 – UDAIPUR-JAIPUR: Morning, drive to Jaipur, known as the “pink city” for the abundance of pink plastered stone used to build its massive forts, magnificent palaces and exquisite temples. Today’s drive takes you across the Aravalli Hills, the oldest mountain range in the world. The scenery along the way is superb and you will see many vignettes of Rajasthani rural life, like colorful villages, farms where an ancient system of irrigation using bullocks and a Persian wheel are still in practice, outdoor schools and the sartorially vibrant people who add a splash of color to the countryside. On arrival in Jaipur, check in for your stay. Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan province, is known for its arts and crafts, jewelry, hand-painted fabrics and stone sculptures; it is one of North India’s finest examples of a planned city embodying the best of Rajput and Mughal architecture. Rest of the day is at your leisure. Dinner with the group this evening. (B,L,D)

DAY 7 - JAIPUR: Set off this morning to Amber Fort. Jaipur’s Maharaja Man Singh, Mughal Emperor Akbar’s most successful General, started constructing Amber Fort in the 17th century. Before the City Palace was constructed in Jaipur, Amber was the seat of power. The Fort is surrounded by fortified battlements and overlooks the Moat Lake. You will ascend the hill leading to the fortress on elephant-back and then walk through the sprawling complex of courtyards and halls. Many of the rooms have delightful wall paintings, with precious stones and mirrors inlaid in the walls. Most fascinating, perhaps, is the Sheesh Mahal (hall of mirrors) where a single lamplight is reflected in the many mirrors, lighting up the room. Return to the city, with a photo stop at Hawa Mahal (the Palace of Winds). Five stories in height, and built of red and pink

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sandstone highlighted with white quicklime, it is thought that the women of the royal harem used the many casements to observe everyday life in the street below without being seen. Continue to Jantar Mantar, an observatory built by Sawai Jai Singh ll in the 18th century. One of the most remarkable sites in Jaipur, the Jantar Mantar has fourteen major geometric devices for measuring time, predicting eclipses and tracking stars and planets. Just next to the observatory is the City Palace. Built within the fortified area of the original city, it has one of the finest monumental entrances in India. The Palace is now principally a museum housing a collection of great treasures, including miniature paintings, carpets, royal garments and other interesting objects from Jaipur's intriguing past. The former royal family retains a part of the palace for their personal use. You will have leisure time at the hotel or opt to visit the colorful local market. Walk through the old city of Jaipur past the Palace of Winds and market stalls before heading back to the hotel. Dinner with the group this evening. (B,D)

DAY 8 – JAIPUR-AGRA: After breakfast and hotel check out, commence your drive to Agra - passing some incredible scenery. Along the way we will stop for lunch at a charming heritage hotel in Bharatpur. Continue on the journey with a stop at Fatehpur Sikri. The deserted red sandstone city is an outstanding example of Mughal architecture, built by the Great Mughal Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace in the late 16th century and abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. It was a veritable fairy tale city and its 'ruins' are still in a pristine condition. Upon arrival in Agra, check in for your stay. Agra is still associated with its Mughal period- the Mughals besides being great rulers were also great builders and they preserved their best architectural wonders for Agra and its neighborhood. It has many wonderful monuments and the Taj Mahal, the greatest of them all, is a masterpiece of Mughal architecture at its best. Their architectural genius can also be seen in the forts, palaces and aesthetically laid out gardens - each one a silent witness to a grand style of a golden era. Dinner with the group, and the rest of the evening is at your leisure. Tonight, there will be a theater show, “Mohabbat the Taj,” included. (B,L,D)

DAY 9 - AGRA: As dawn breaks, watch the sunrise over the incomparable Taj Mahal. It is fitting to see this extraordinary monument by the first light of day as its exemplary beauty is awe-inspiring and will create an unforgettable memory. Said to be one of the most elegant and a harmonious building in the world, Taj Mahal was built by Mughal Emperor Shahjahan in 1630 AD to enshrine the mortal remains of his beloved Queen Mumtaz Mahal. Taj Mahal manifests the wealth and luxury of Mughal art as seen in architecture and garden design, painting, and calligraphy. The 144 foot double dome of the Taj is capped with a finial and the four minarets each 131 ft. high and crowned by an open octagonal pavilion highlight the perfect symmetry of the tomb. Return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, we’ll visit the Agra Fort, which was the seat and the stronghold of the Mughal Empire under successive generations. The present structure owes its origins to Akbar who erected the walls and gates and the first buildings on the eastern banks of Yamuna River. Shah Jehan added the impressive quarters and the mosque while Aurangzeb added the outer ramparts. Visit its Hall of Public Audience and its Royal Pavilions. From here continue to the 18th century Roman Catholic Cemetery –North India’s oldest Christian cemetery. The tombs in Agra’s Roman Catholic Cemetery are the resting places of initially the Armenian Christians in the 1550s and thereafter, of other European Catholics in the city. The European Christians in Agra were creating their own fairy-tale like mausoleums in a cemetery dating back to Akbar’s time in carved red sandstone, yellow basalt and whitewashed plastered walls. The afternoon is at your leisure. Towards the evening, join your local hosts for High Tea and local savories with interactions on the Indian family value system. Dinner is included with the group. (B,D)

DAY 10 – AGRA-JHANSI-ORCHHA-KHAJURAHO: Post-breakfast and hotel check-out, transfer to the railway station and board the train to Jhansi. This train journey will offer opportunity to see the early morning life around the country side. This train seat will be in an air conditioned “Chair car” coach class. Arrive in Jhansi and continue by bus to Orchha, founded in the 16th century by the Bundela king, Rudhra Pratap, on the banks of the Betwa River. This is a medieval city frozen in time and space, existing even today as it did in the 16th and 17th centuries, when it was built. One of the finest sights is the view of the cenotaphs from across the Betwa River. Visit the Jehangir Mahal, the most grandiose structure in Orchha. Lunch at Amar Mahal hotel restaurant and then drive to Khajuraho where all of life — joy, love, divinity, war is depicted in fine detail on every inch of its 85 Hindu and Jain temples. Khajuraho has been declared a World Heritage Site and is among the prominent destinations on the world tourism map. Transfer to our hotel for check in, dinner and overnight. (B,L,D)

DAY 11 – KHAJURAHO-VARANASI: This morning after breakfast and hotel check out, we explore the famous Western Group of Temples. Khajuraho was once the religious capital of the Chandela Rajputs, a Hindu dynasty that ruled this part of India from the 10th to the 12th centuries. The Khajuraho temples were built over a span of a hundred years, from 950 to 1050. The whole area was enclosed by a wall with eight gates, each flanked by two golden palm trees. There were originally over 80 Hindu temples, of which only 22 now stand in a reasonable state of preservation, scattered over an area of about 8 square miles. This afternoon, we fly to Varanasi, a city of more than a thousand temples and shrines, sacred to Hindus and Buddhists alike (Please note, luggage allowance on this flight is 15 kg checked in baggage and 7 kg hand luggage). Varanasi, or Benares, is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in India, and the Ganges, which flows through the city, is believed to have the power to wash away the sins of mortals. Transfer to our hotel for dinner and check in. This evening, make your way to the banks of the sacred Ganges for a special evening cruise on the Ganges River on candle lit country boats to see the devout Hindus performing the "Arti Puja" with lighted lamps. The presiding priests stand on a Chauki (wooden stand) near the water. To the chant of Sanskrit mantras, and the clash of cymbals and drums, the river is worshipped with flowers, incense, sandalwood, milk and vermilion. First the blazing camphor lamp and then the many flamed aarti lamps are raised high and then arched back to the water, the dark river reflecting the golden flames as Ganges accepts the worship. Return to our hotel for overnight. (B, D)

DAY 12 - VARANASI: Early this morning, watch the wonderful colors of the sunrise as you meander along the sacred Ganges River on a boat ride. As part of their pilgrimage rites, the faithful walk down steps into the river to perform their religious ablutions. Watching the people worshipping at the ghats is an extraordinary experience. You may also witness a funeral pyre, an essential part of the traditional Hindu funeral ceremony. Disembark the boat and head back to the hotel through an inextricable maze of small streets and alleyways, hiding in disorderly array no less than 2,000 temples and shrines. Domes, pinnacles, towers and derelict 18th-century palaces dominate the left bank of the Ganges River. Breakfast at the hotel. Later, we visit the holy city of Sarnath, where Buddha is said to have preached his first sermon after achieving enlightenment, setting in motion the wheel of law. Right near the Dhamekh Stupa are the remains of Ashoka’s pillar, with his name engraved in the stone. The stupa is believed to mark the spot where Buddha preached his sermon at Deer Park. Sarnath is also home to the museum that houses the iconic Ashoka Pillar with its four guardian lions, the emblem of independent India. Around the site are a series of temples built by Buddhist groups from around the world. We will have the special opportunity to chant with the monks at one of the Buddhist Temples. In the afternoon, visit Bharat Kala Bhavan, an outstanding museum housed within the sprawling grounds of Benares Hindu University. The extraordinary collection features sculpture, paintings and textiles dating as far back as the prehistoric Indus Valley civilization. Dinner is included this evening. Tonight, interact with a Hindu scholar to discuss the philosophy of Hinduism. (B,D)

DAY 13 - DELHI~DUBAI: Following breakfast and hotel check-out, transfer to the airport in Varanasi for our flight to Delhi, connecting on to Dubai. Upon arrival in Dubai, we will be met and transferred to our hotel for check in. The evening is at leisure. (B)

DAY 14 - DUBAI: Following breakfast at the hotel, the day is yours to explore exotic and luxurious Dubai. There will be an optional “Day Tour” sightseeing bus service available, with personal recorded commentary in your choice of 12 languages. These are hop-on, hop-off tours which you can partake of as much as you want with your purchased day-long ticket. The three available tours are a “Beach Tour,” a “City Tour” and a “Marina Tour”. Or you may simply choose to explore Dubai on your own. Overnight at the hotel. (B)

DAY 15 - DUBAI~BOSTON: Following breakfast and hotel check out, transfer to Dubai Airport to board our nonstop Emirates flight to Boston with full meal and beverage service, as well as stereo headsets, available while in flight. Midafternoon return into Boston the same day. (B)

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OUR INDIA & DUBAI TRIP INCLUDES: • Special meet-and-greet service and assistance at Logan Airport by a Durgan Travel Service representative. • Round trip international flights on Emirates Boston-Dubai-Delhi and Delhi-Dubai-Boston, with full meal and beverage service available,

as well as stereo headsets, while in flight. • Inter-country flights Delhi-to-Udaipur, Khajuraho-to-Varanasi and Varanasi-to-Delhi. • All transfers and sightseeing aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach. • 13-nights’ accommodations (11 in India, 2 in Dubai) as listed in the itinerary, based on twin occupancy. The single supplement is $1159.

Singles are highly limited and subject to availability at time of booking. Triples are available at the twin rate. • Porterage of luggage at the hotels. • Breakfast (B) each morning, 3 lunches (L) and 11 dinners (D). • Comprehensive sightseeing package as described in the itinerary, including entrance fees where applicable. • Expert English-speaking guides where required. • All room and meal taxes, and basic gratuities to bellmen. • Complimentary Durgan Travel Service flight bag and complete packet of required travel documents.

DEPOSIT OF $500 (TWIN)/$750 (SINGLE) IS DUE UPON RECEIPT OF FLYER. THE BALANCE IS DUE 90 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE