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    India 2009: Photography and the Human Spirit
     3 weeks in the Himalayas and Heartland
    Including the complete solar eclipse in holy city of Varanasi on the Ganges river!
Highlights:
  • Taj Mahal at sunrise
  • Valley of Flowers
    Himalayan National Park
  • Solar eclipse in Varanasi
  • Temples of Khajuraho (UNESCO site)
  • Holy pilgrimage sites in the Himalayas
  • Ganges Aarti (fire puja ceremony) in Haridwar
  • Natural hot spring baths in the Himalayas
  • Mountain villages reached only by foot
  • Ashram visits
  • Delicious, safe, local food
  • Photography tips, tricks, & lessons
  • Opportunities to meet and communicate with locals
  • Palaces in Udaipur
  • Who: You! Adventurous, seeking great experiences, interested in India and the magnificent Himalayas.
  • What: 3-week tour with photography lessons.
  • When: July 16th - August 7th 2009.
  • Where: See the detailed itinerary - basically Delhi, Agra, Varanasi, Rishikesh, Udaipur, and the Himalayas.
  • Why: Our special perspective and your unforgettable experiences.
    This tour includes value-added new skills in photography, and your high quality travel photographs guaranteed!
    We endeavor to create the best, most safe, pleasant, small-scale travel experience - We take care of you!
Some Details:
$5000 total cost all inclusive (from Delhi to Delhi), you must get to India and arrange your own Indian Tourist VISA. Price based on minimum 4 paying clients.
$500 fully refundable until May 1st deposit guarantees a spot. Group limited to 12 guests.
$500 NON REFUNDABLE payment due by May 1st so that we can purchase domestic flight tickets and make reservations.
Complete balance (Total $5000) due by June 15th.
Personnel: Two guides, two drivers.
Accommodation: Double occupancy, 3 or 4 star, A/C, attached bath, hot water, electricity.
Transportation: 5 domestic flights (coach class), two A/C SUV-Jeep type vehicles for most of the daily travel and tours. 4-6 days of hiking
Hiking: 4-7 days in two separate trips (4 at Badrinath, 3 optional at Gangotri). Hiking days are 4-8 hours of walking on well-maintained trails in National Parks. Altitudes range from 8,000 to 18,000 feet (2500 to 5000 meters). Please see the itinerary for more details. note: donkeys and porters are available.
Meals: 3 per day included, pure vegetarian meals (Jain) always possible. Meat also available at most meals.
Entrance Fees: All included
Insurance: NOT INCLUDED but recommended - please find a reliable health and travel insurance carrier! We require that you sign a waiver before traveling with us.

You must arrive in Delhi no later than midnight on July 16th and it is better if you arrive much sooner. We can add extra nights accommodation and add on extra tours for July 14th and 15th in Delhi.

Please make your own international travel arrangements. You will be back in Delhi on August 7th, that night's accommodation is included. We recommend you book onward travel on or after August 8th, 2009.

See the detailed itinerary for complete travel plans.
NOTE: This is still a recommended itinerary so I maintain this page for future travelers to enjoy India and plan travel.