Archive for the ‘Featured Tours’ Category
Last post, I was excited to announce our newest women-only tour: Colors of India. Just a few days ago, we also added a new Featured Tour: Legacy of Leh/Ladakh. Ladakh is a remote region in Northern India, located between the Himalayan and Kunlin mountain ranges. Historically a Buddhist kingdom, Ladakh was strategically placed at the crossroads of major trading routes. The region is commonly called “Little Tibet” and many travelers have discovered this destination as an alternative to visiting the disputed territory of Tibet.
Lamayuru Monastery
Start your 8-day journey in Delhi, visiting the Red Fort, Raj Ghat, and Humayun’s Tomb . Then, fly to Leh and experience one of the few remaining abodes of Buddhism in South Asia. Here are just a few highlights:
- Hemis, the largest monastery in Ladakh
- Leh Palace, modeled after the Potala Palace in Lhasa
- Thiksey, an 800 year old gompa with panoramic views of the Indus Valley
- Lamayuru Monastery, currently housing 150 resident monks
To spotlight this spectacular region, reserve Legacy of Leh/Ladakh during the month of February and receive $50 off registration. For more information on Leh, check out our February edition of The Sodha Traveler.
Tibetan Prayer Flags in Leh
Our Colors of India tour is now open! Join us on a women-only, 10 day/9 night itinerary in Northern India: Delhi, India’s capital; Agra, home of the majestic Taj Mahal; Jaipur, the Pink City of Rajasthan; Rajsamand, a Mewar town; and Udaipur, the City of Lakes. Travel with a group of women who share in the excitement of India, and make new friends in a supportive, safe, and enriching environment!
This package includes 5* accommodations with daily breakfast, economy airfare from Udaipur – Delhi, comprehensive touring with an English speaking guide, entrance fees to the monuments, airport transfers, fuel surcharges, and many special experiences, including:
A tender moment
- Sunset visit to the majestic Taj Mahal
- Overnight stay in a historic Mewar Palace
- Lunch at the home of a local family
- Elephant ride to Amber Fort
- Private mehndi (henna) session and Rajasthani cooking class
- Evening boat ride on Lake Pichola
- Rural ramble and dinner at Deogarh Mahal
Deogarh Mahal
To maintain an intimate cultural experience, this tour is limited to 18 guests. Also, if you are a solo traveler but wish to share a room, Sodha Travel will pair you with a roommate (based on availability.) Please visit our Colors of India page or contact us for more information.
Travel with a group of women who share in the excitement of India and make new friends in a supportive, safe, and enriching environment!
Group Mehndi
Coming soon, Sodha Travel will debut Colors of India, a 10-day tour for women only that includes Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Rajsamand, and Udaipur. In addition to superior hotel accommodations, comprehensive touring, entrance fees, and airport transfers, this tour will include many special and authentic experiences, including a private mehndi (henna) session, a Rajasthani cooking class, yoga sessions, and lunch at the home of a local family. Travelers will also have the opportunity to ride an elephant, stay overnight in a historic palace, and experience a traditional folk dance!
To maintain an intimate cultural experience, tour participation is limited to 16 guests. The proposed tour dates are October 8-17, 2012. Check back soon for a complete itinerary and pricing!
The Temple Trail is Sodha Travel’s September Featured Tour! With over 31,000 temples, Tamil Nadu is considered the Land of Temples. Many believe these ancient structures are unmatched in their architectural brilliance. On our Temple Trail tour, spend 8 days in Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Thanjavur and Madurai. Also experience South India’s classical music and dance circuit, including a Bharatanatyam dance performance.
Here is a testimonial from Randi, a Sodha Traveler who experienced this tour in June:
Tamil Nadu is fascinating and a complete contrast to other regions! I especially enjoyed my time in Trichy. The Srirangam and Rock Fort temples were captivating, as were the people of the town. I was also surprised by the musical and artistic history of the cities we visited…The guides were informative and professional and took the time to share such a complex history.
Thank you, Randi! Remember, reserve this tour in the month of September and receive $100 off per person!
As you may have read in our monthly newsletter, Sri Lanka is the August Featured Tour. Many of you have started reserving your packages to the “Emerald Isle” and saving $100 per person!
Sri Lanka is the teardrop island nation that rests at the toe of India. With rows of coconut palms, dense forests and clear waters of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is an incredible offshore garden. In this package, spend 8 days exploring Colombo, Habarana, Kandy and Bentota. Also included is a visit to Pinnawala, the famed elephant orphanage that houses retired, abused, or orphaned elephants. John Richardson once wrote, “Sri Lanka has long been described as a paradise by travelers.” And remember – reserve