India is among the last bastions of world s most crippling disease Polio and we continue our efforts towards the Polio free world. The last case of polio was reported in January 2011 and India is the latest country to have officially stopped endemic transmission of Polio. However the threat is still ongoing for us and we are still on the mark until our neighboring countries of Pakistan and Afghanistan reporting the polio cases. We are getting remarkably close to eradicating polio globally and I am sure that all together we will be a gift to the world. Every year Rotary Friendship Team is making a difference by actively participating in the India s polio NID since 2010. This year again we invite you to join our team, participate in Polio NID, Build goodwill, exchange ideas and see the amazing projects of the fellow Rotarians. Perhaps this is a last opportunity for you to have an experience of a life time as Rotary India leadership indicates that there will be no more volunteer opportunities in near future to administrate polio vaccine. In addition to the Rotary initiative, the trip is infused with the true flavours of India, its diversity, vibrant cultures, lifelong traditions and wonderful hospitality that has enthralled travelers for literally thousands of years. For Any Enquiries Contact Rotarian Diwan Singh Dev Rotary Club Connect, RI District 3012 New Delhi ( INDIA) Mobile +91-8860294849 E-Mail diwansingh82@hotmail.com indianholidaydreams@gmail.com Who can Join the Trip Total Duration of the Trip You and the Rotarians in your club and Families! 12 Nights/13 Days (See Detail Trip Program below) Departure from USA/Canada Return to USA / Canada 31st January 2019 / Thursday. 12th February 2019 / Tuesday. Proposed Group Size Preferred Joining Condition Last Date to apply for the trip 15-20 Participants First come, first served basis. 15th December 2018 (Beyond this date few services like tiger safaris, elephant rides etc will be subject to availability. USA Contacts For Inspirations & Past Trip Experiences Mary Kowalczyk (Email cliffdwelling@kpunet.net ) Rotary Club of Ketchikan First City, District 5010, Alaska Richard Dyson (E-mail rkdyson@gci.net) Rotary Club of Anchorage, District 5010, Alaska Page 1 of 6
Detail Program Rotary Friendship Team -2019 Along with the Polio immunization experience, this itinerary covers North India s most popular tourist places known as golden triangle. Enjoy the perfect introduction of most popular Indian Destinations Experience the history of massive forts, the opulence and splendor of Palaces, the bustle and buzz of markets and bazaars, the traditions of hospitality and the amazing wildlife safari experience with elephant ride. Travel through a land full of contrasts on this compact India tour, jam-packed and unforgettable highlights. Dates Thursday Jan.31, 2019 Friday Feb.01, 2019 Saturday Feb.02, 2019 Sunday Feb.03, 2019 Monday Feb.04, 2019 Tuesday Feb.05, 2019 Detail Itinerary USA/CANADA/AUSTRALIA - INDIA Today evening, fly from your homeland to India by any suitable airlines matching to your comfort level and timings. Overnight on board aircraft. ARRIVE DELHI Today afternoon or in the evening arrive at Delhi International Airport. Clear immigration and custom formalities and meet our representative at the airport. On arrival reception and transfer to hotel for 03 Nights. DELHI After a leisurely morning, proceed to visit Rotary International s Polio office and learn more about India s battle against Polio. After a small presentation and meeting with Rotarians enjoy a guided city tour of Delhi and visit The President s Palace, Parliament House, India Gate and UNESCO World Heritage sites of Humayun s Tomb and Qutub Minar. Evening free time at the hotel with the host Rotary club members followed by a welcome meeting and Dinner. DELHI (POLIO NID & ROTARY PROJECTS) Morning after breakfast, join local Rotarians and drive in the nearby high risk area s for polio immunizations. Meet the volunteers, health workers and WHO doctors. After a small briefing on Polio vaccine and right immunizing technique, volunteer your skills and save children s from the world s most crippling disease. Later in the afternoon visit the Rotary projects followed by a lunch. DELHI JAIPUR After breakfast, drive 05 Hrs to Jaipur, on arrival check-in to the hotel for 02 Nights. Late afternoon walk through the colorful markets of Jaipur. The sheer varieties of the items that are sold off the street are very fascinating, ranging from mundane to the exotic. Later on return to the hotel and enjoy some free time. JAIPUR After breakfast, full day sightseeing tour of Pink city Jaipur. First take an elephant ride up to the Amber fort like the ancient kings and explore the huge fort complex and Kali Temple. Later in the afternoon visit Palace of the winds, Royal City Palace & Museum and the Royal Observatory. Page 2 of 6
Wednesday Feb.06, 2019 JAIPUR - RANTHAMBHORE After breakfast, drive 05 hrs to the world famous Ranthambhore tiger reserve. On arrival, check-in to the hotel for 02 Nights. In the evening explore the Ranthambhore fort complex, Lord Ganesha Temple and the local village market. Thursday Feb.07, 2019 Friday Feb.08, 2019 Saturday Feb.09, 2019 Sunday Feb.10, 2019 Monday Feb.11, 2019 Tuesday Feb.12, 2019 RANTHAMBHORE TIGER RESERVE Early in the morning 5 AM wake-up for the jungle safari (2-3 Hrs) and begin your safari for the Tigers and other wildlife. This park is the home of Tigers, Leopards, sloth bear, monkeys, ape, deers, antelope, crocodile, python etc. Early Afternoon free time to relax in the swimming pool. Later around 03 PM another safari in the Tiger reserves. RANTHAMBHORE - BHARATPUR After breakfast drive 05 hrs to Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary. On arrival, check-in to the hotel for 01 Night. Late afternoon visit to the bird sanctuary on eco friendly cycle rickshaw s. The park is full of local resident birds as well as migratory birds who travel a long way from Siberia and Central Asia. BHARATPUR - SIKRI - AGRA After breakfast drive 02 hrs to Agra, enroot visiting Fatehpur Sikri, former capital of Mughal empire. The city still boasts several elegant palaces, mosques and royal gardens. Later on drive further to Agra and transfer to the hotel for 02 Nights. In the evening make a sunset visit of Taj from the opposite banks of river Yamuna. AGRA After breakfast full day city tour of Agra. Explore the majestic Taj Mahal, the magnificent monument to an emperor s love for his queen and imposing Red Fort whose mighty sandstone walls enclose the beautiful Pearl Mosque and the palaces. Later we shall visit to a marble factory to see the art of marble inlaying. AGRA - DELHI After breakfast in the morning visit to the Jewl museum. Later in the afternoon checkout and drive 04 hrs to Delhi. On arrival check-in to the hotel for 01 Night. Evening at leisure with fellow Rotarians. DELHI DEPARTURE Morning free time for last minute shopping and packing your bags before departure. Afternoon check-out and transfer to airport for your flights back home. Tour Expenses 31 st January to 12 th February 2018 Nett Cost in USD per person on Twin sharing basis Proposed Group Size Nett Cost per Person on Twin Sharing Basis Single Supplement For those who desire for a Single Room 15 20 Participants US$ 2350 Per Person US$ 785 Per Person Page 3 of 6
Trip Cost includes the following Services Meeting and assistance at all the airports & railway stations in India. Transfers upon arrival and departures from / to the airports. All Land transportation and sightseeing tour by Air-conditioned vehicle. Sightseeing tours and excursions as per the itinerary. Entrance fee of the monuments as per the itinerary. Rickshaw ride through the market of Chandani Chowk in Old Delhi. Local English speaking guide during sightseeing tours and excursions. Participation in India s National Polio Day Immunizations and Rotary Projects. Rickshaw ride through the local market of Chandani Chowk in Old Delhi. Elephant ride excursion up to the Amber fort complex in Jaipur. Cultural and folk dance performances subject to availability. Two Tiger Safaris in the Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve on sharing basis. Traditional local market and village tour in Ranthambhore One visit to the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary on eco friendly cycle rickshaw. Twin sharing accommodation at the first class hotels (4/5 Star) with daily buffet Breakfast and Dinner at the hotel. Following expenses/services are not covered International airfare To / From India and vice versa and Airport taxes. Passport, Visa processing fee, fees for inoculations and health certificates. Personal expenses like drinks, room service items, laundry, telephone calls or tips etc. Liability for or insurance against injury, loss of life, accidents, damage to or loss of goods. GST @5% is not included in the price. However this will be charged on the final invoice. Video & Still Camera fee of the monuments. However in most of the places, still camera is free of cost. Any service which is not specified and listed in the proposed Itinerary. Liability for, disturbance in trip program due to circumstances beyond our control such as airline or railway delays, road blocks, vehicle malfunctions, weather conditions, sickness, natural disasters, wars, riots, etc. International Airfare Supplement Our trip cost does not include International airfare so participants are free to secure their international flight tickets by using air miles and credit card facilities. However Indian Holiday Dreams will be happy to help you in purchasing/suggesting best airlines deals. Also, you are advised to share your flight route plan just to cross check the arrival/departure timings To/From India. India Visa Assistance All the Participants will require a valid Indian Visa to enter in India. We will provide the specific visa information and the process to secure the same once we receive your application and your participation is confirmed. Destination Highlights Indian Destinations are some of the world s most fascinating places to travel. Here, we are showcasing some highlights about the destination you will explore during your India tour Page 4 of 6
Delhi The seat of power during the Mughal Empire and British rule is the capital city of modern India. At the time when world s civilizations were being established, Delhi had already been the capital of an empire for 500 years past. The city as it stands today has been built by Hindu, Muslim and British builders over the centuries. Home to estimated 20 million people, Delhi has an excellent old town ambience in Old Delhi, teeming with people, bullock carts and bazaars. However Lutyen s modern showpiece of New Delhi is stately and historic with wide tree-lined avenues, Government buildings, beautiful gardens and modern day super markets. Jaipur Founded by Maharaja Jai Singh early in the 17 th century, Jaipur is the capital city of Rajasthan. Often called as the pink city because of its exquisite buildings built by red sand stone and painted terra cotta color. The fortifications surroundings of the city give it a medieval atmosphere where traditions and modernity seem to exist side by side. At the city s heart, the City Palace continues to house the former royal family. High above the city, the towers and domes of the Amber Palace are reminiscent of scenes from a fairy tale. Jaipur embodies all that you may have heard about the pomp and pageantry of India, its Maharajahs and their fabulous palaces, the odd painted elephants and camel carts, and the marvelously colorful drama of Life on its bustling streets. monuments, cuisines and lifestyles. Agra Home of one of the Seven Wonders of the World - The Taj Mahal, a magnificent monument to an emperor s love for his queen. The Mogul Emperor Shah Jehan presented the world it s most magnificent monument to conjugal Love. A colossal, perfectly proportioned mass of marble, the Taj Mahal is literally a jewel. It was fashioned over 17 years by 20,000 craftsmen & laborers. From a distance, it seems to float, like a fantastic mirage, upon the banks of the River Yamuna. The city is known for its world heritage sites and monuments. The Irresistible charm of the Mughal era can be seen still in the Ranthambhore The famous Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve lies on the margins of the Aravalli hills with an area of 250sq miles. The terrain fluctuates between impregnable forests to open bush land. The typically dry deciduous forest and many small lakes inside the forest attract the Tiger population and often spotted at the edges of lakes. Old crumbling walls, ruined pavilions, and other ancient structures stand witness to the region s glorious past. Apart from tigers, the reserve has its share of panthers, marsh crocodiles, hyenas, jungle cats sloth bears, Sambar deer and Nilgai. The avian population comprises of black storks, quails, Bonelli s eagles, spur fowls, crested serpent eagles, Kingfisher and painted storks. Page 5 of 6
Bharatpur Bharatpur is famous for wonderful Unesco-listed Keoladeo National Park, a wetland and significant bird sanctuary. Centered on a shallow lake and surrounding marshland, The sanctuary is the home of nesting indigenous water- birds as well as migratory birds from Siberia and central Asia. Around 190 species of birds migrate each winter to join 230 resident species. Glimpses of exotic birds are an everyday experience in Bharatpur such as painted storks, Saras crane, pelicans, Kingfisher, Owls, parakeets, Peacock and Doves. Fatehpur Sikri Founded in 1569 by the Mughal emperor Akbar, Fatehpur Sikri served as the capital of the Mughal Empire between 1571 to 1585 but abandoned later due to shortage of water supply. The complex still stands as one of the best preserved heritage site form the Mughal Era. Akbar was inspired by his ancestor Timur s Persian Courts and this was reflected in the Persian design principles as well as Hindu and Jain styles of Architecture. The city boasts several elegant palaces, a series of interlocking courtyards, onion-shaped tombs and mosques. Trip Organized By Indian Holiday Dreams, New Delhi, India-110037, Contact +91-8860294849, E-mail indianholidaydreams@gmail.com Page 6 of 6