Best of India Tours

Geographical features of India
India occupies a strategic position in the continent of Asia. India lies to the North of the equator with Arabian Sea on the South-West, Bay of Bengal on the South-East and Indian Ocean to the South of the subcontinent. On the North, North-East and North-West are the Great Himalayan ranges. India shares its borders with Pakistan, China, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Burma and is separated from Sri Lanka by a narrow channel of sea formed by the Palk Strait and the Gulf of Mannar.

Passage to India
India has been long known by various names - land of Maharajas, land of Saints, land of Gurus, land of Buddha, God's own country are just few of the many. The country is known for its mystery, magic, spirituality and its ancient culture and heritage. Often it is referred to as Incredible India, Magical India, Mysterious India, Enchanting India…Come visit India and explore the magnificence of this land.

Discover India
India is a multi-faceted country; it is not easy for someone to discover all the colors and shades of India in a single visit. India has all that one can wish for and much more. In India are the world's highest mountains 'the Himalayas', the great Indian desert

'The Thar', one of the most ancient settlements - the Indus Valley Civilization with a recorded past of five thousand years, deep jungles with abundant wildlife, beautiful sandy beaches and charming hill-stations. Indian culture is considered to be amongst the world's oldest, richest and most diverse. Numerous festivals celebrated in India make each day a celebration. India has equally fascinating monuments - forts, palaces, temples, memorials - that line its historic face. Classical/ folk dances and music from the past survive here as living arts even today.

With such a rich history of culture and heritage, India is at the same time modern with 21st century metropolitan cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata Hyderabad, luxury hotels, luxury trains, air-conditioned surface transport, excellent train network across the length and breadth of the country and networks of various domestic airlines. India also has a vibrant nightlife in Mumbai, Bangalore, Gurgaon and Delhi with discotheques, shopping malls, food in an amazing range (both Indian and International cuisine), music to please your ears and much more.

Cuisine of India is another highlight of your tour to India. Indian cuisine is one of the most diverse cuisines and is characterized by a significant use of various spices and herbs grown across the country. The variety, taste and food-habits of people here vary from region to region.

Religions in India
India is also the land of spirituality and cradle of some of the oldest religions in the world - Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism. Other than these religions which originated and evolved in the country, some more religions like Islam, Judaism, Christianity, Zoroastrianism and Baha'ism have their followers in India.

Hinduism is the most prevalent of all religions with about 80% followers. Because of the origin of various religions here, India is a very important pilgrimage destination for the followers of these religions. There are Hindu pilgrimage circuits, Jain pilgrimage sites, Sikh pilgrimage sites and Buddhist pilgrimage circuits. Other than these there are numerous churches and mosques in India famous not only as religious places but also as important tourist attractions.

Monuments in India
India is home to some of the greatest monuments ever made in the world including the seventh wonder of the world Taj Mahal in Agra. Monuments of India are amongst the most fascinating tourist attraction to visit and explore. The forts and palaces of Rajasthan, Havelis of Rajasthan in the Shekhawati region, monuments like Red Fort; Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar in Delhi; the Meenakshi temple in Madurai are the evidences of various reigns in India with strong command on symmetry and architecture. The large variety in the monuments of India reveals the ancient, medieval, colonial and contemporary architecture prevalent in India during respective period. The sound and light shows - 'son et lumiere' that take place at some of the monuments like Red Fort, Golconda fort add to the charm of the monuments and help recreate history at those sites.

World Heritage Sites in India
The world heritage sites are the speaking stones of India's incomparable and unique cultural heritage. Taking a tour of these sites brings out the true essence of India. These heritage sites give the tourists a glimpse of the glorious past of India. The heritage tour of India in the form of world heritage sites is the best way to capture the amazing monuments and structures standing high to preserve the Indian legacy. The major world heritage sites are Khajuraho temples, Ajanta and Ellora caves, Agra Fort, Taj Mahal, Konark Sun temple etc. The other world heritage sites in India are: Fatehpur Sikri, Elephanta caves, Churches of Goa, Hampi, Mountain railway of India, Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks etc.

Museums of India
India houses hundreds of museums, displaying amazing artifacts from the past. The range of the items on display is phenomenal. Right from excavated objects, fossils of plants and animals, rock paintings to items in iron, bronze, gold; the museums house a great cultural heritage. Some of the famous museums to explore are Victoria and Albert museum in Maharashtra; Ambawadi museum and Calico museum in Ahmedabad; Victoria memorial hall in Kolkata; National museum, Nehru museum and International Dolls museum in Delhi.

Adventure in India
India is one of the premier adventure destinations and is blessed with a mind-blowing variety of landscape. While in India, the adventure buffs have a number of options to choose from. You can test your skills on mountaineering, skiing, biking and river rafting. The Himalayan foothills are just ideal for trekking, hiking and camping offering various options for an adventure holidays to India. The thrill of jeep safaris, short treks amidst hills and forests, rafting on untamed rivers and camping on remote secluded areas - all make for a great adventure tour.

The Garhwal and Kumaon regions of Uttarakhand are the most popular destinations for trekkers, though Chamba and Manali in Himachal Pradesh, Darjeeling & Sikkim Himalayas in the North east and Ladakh and Zanskar in Jammu and Kashmir have interesting trekking routes as well. The rivers in the upper Himalayas are among the best in the world for river rafting sports, with many staircase rapids that challenge the body and spirit of river runner. If looking out for something more soothing you could enjoy sailing down the Ganges in country boats or even a cruise on Brahmaputra River.

Wildlife in India
India has always been a very fascinating destination for all nature lovers. Range of India's wildlife can be seen in the large number of national parks, wild life sanctuaries and tiger reserves established by the Government of India in an attempt to conserve wildlife in the country. India's amazing bio-diversity is mainly because of its unique landscape that offers a large range of climatic zones across the country. If wild life is the theme of your holiday then plan your journey to India. From wildlife tours for sighting lions, tigers, leopards, elephants and other wildlife to birding tours for avid birdwatchers to Fishing and Angling Tours - India has it all. Enjoy Jeep safaris and Elephant Safaris in the National Parks & Wild life sanctuaries. Enjoy the nature walks through the forests looking out for numerous migratory birds and other wildlife and we assure you, you will definitely want to return back to the country.

Shopping in India
India is a shopper's paradise. There is a lot of variety in shopping - traditional handicrafts from different regions (items made of brass, wood, marble, copper, bronze, jute, crystal, papier-mâché and bamboo), antiques, fabrics mainly silks and cotton, clothing and shawls, carpets, paintings, religious iconography, tea, saffron and spices are some of the items to look at. The bustling bazaars of the country with variety of things to choose from can make even the most unenthusiastic shopper a potential client.

Ecotourism and Home-stays in India
India has a wide scope for eco-tours which has become a recent attraction for the travellers coming to India. Exploring the culture and natural habitat can turn an eco-tourism tour into an experience of a lifetime. On your eco-tours, enjoy unlimited surfing on backwaters, sip a coconut, get disturbed by only the chirping of birds and enjoy a cruise on the backwaters on eco-friendly houseboats through a maze of canals and lagoons. If interested, you can opt for home-stays instead of staying at regular Hotels which makes the experience even more ethnic and also benefits local community.

Medical tourism in India
Medical Tourism or Health tourism is fast becoming a popular concept in the country and is expected to grow at a fast pace in the next couple of years. India as a healthcare destination provides world class quality medical treatments at very affordable cost. Usually for overseas patients, the cost of treatment in India along with a vacation in India and the airfare from home country to India is significantly lower than just the cost of treatment at home.

Yoga & Ayurveda in India
India is known for its ancient knowledge of Yoga and Ayurveda all over the world since time immemorial. Customized yoga and meditation tour packages especially suited to your needs will allow you to combine your holiday and travel to India with a truly uplifting and revitalizing experience. What could be a better way to spend a vacation than to go on an inspiring health holiday that will rejuvenate you physically, mentally and spiritually. Ayurveda and yoga tour packages to Kerala and the Himalayas offer a welcome respite from every day's hustle and bustle of city life and give an opportunity to revitalize body, mind and soul.

MICE in India
India is fast growing as a popular MICE destination - the fascinating history, vibrant colours, rich heritage numerous fairs and festivals in India combined with world class services, modern facilities, Hotels and conventions centres at reasonable cost - all make India a favoured destination for holding meetings, incentives, conferences and events.

Beaches and Hill Stations of India
India has some of the finest island and beach destinations including world famous Goa beaches. Blessed with one of the longest coastlines in the world, India is bejeweled by some untouched and heavenly beach locations like Kovalam, Varkala and Marari beaches in Kerala, Gopalpur on Sea in Orissa etc. Explore the pristine Andaman and Nicobar Islands or Lakshadweep Islands - a dream destination for eco-friendly tourist. You can relax on the beaches; go on sightseeing tours to the neighbouring islands and mainland attractions. The India island tours can be easily customized to accommodate the number of days, other destination and activities you would like to be included in your extension tours.

Those preferring the solitude of the hills to beaches need not be disappointed. India has some of the most popular hill stations in the world including the hill stations of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Sikkim, Assam, Kerala and Tamilnadu. The Northern Himalayas especially houses some of the most beautiful sights. Most of the hill stations in these parts were developed during the Raj era which has left a distinct mark on them. The most popular hill stations are Munnar, Ooty, Conoor and Kodaikanal in South India and Srinagar, Shimla, Kullu Manali, Dalhousie, Dharamsala, Nainital, Almora, Ranikhet, Mussoorie etc. in North India. Darjeeling, Kurseong and Kalimpong in West Bengal and Gangtok, Yoksum and Pelling in Sikkim are also popular amongst tourists.

Tours to India
Whatever be the theme of your holiday, with the kind of diversity in the country, you can experience anything that you wish to - Cultural tours of India, Heritage tours to India, Wildlife tours, Birding Tours, Beach Holidays, Spa holidays, Golden Triangle Tour, Adventure holidays (trekking, skiing, rafting, water sports, camping, camel/ horse/ jeep safaris etc.), pilgrimage tours, Tribal tours, Luxury train tours, Incentive tours, Golfing tours, India temple tours, Cave temple tours in India, Indian coastal tours are some of the options to choose from. Journey through India and discover this glorious land with Go India journeys.com.