EXPLORE TO COLORFUL VACATION IN

INDIA

Explore to the incredible India its colorful bazaars. Immerse yourself in the
amazing folk music and dance. Learn about the simple rustic life. India can
be bewildering to the first time visitor. It is an ancient culture that has
changed over many millennia of political, religious, and social change. The
unique culture, rituals, colors and behavior are a result of this incredible
evolution.
Its where we are focused on, and where we have operated tours and travels
accommodation for over. Everything in this collection of explorations is Swan
tours is leading travel agents in India. Join us and explore all that India has

to offer. There is large collection of small group tours within these pages,
offering wealth of different activities.
To provide tourists with authentic, educational and quality experiences e.g.
by creating opportunities for them to interact with locals in an unstructured,
spontaneous manner, Youll find a range of cultural, festival adventure, local
sightseeing, India offering adventure on a budget; trekking adventures;
cycling adventures; wildlife adventures tour in Indias major national parks;
cycling journeys; family adventures; rail tours; journeys by private motor
car; food adventures; motor bike and F1 adventures; and golf adventures,
as well as a collection of special festival tours.
Whatever activity interests you, in whatever part of India, and for whatever
length of time, I am sure theres something here for you. Whether you are a
single traveller or a small group of friends joining one of swantour.com
retreats, or if you are planning to travel in your own private party, we can
help you. Here then is a varied selection of journeys, crafted in India but
bookable with confidence and full financial protection. Tours with a mixture
of temples and trains; back-roads and big rivers; majestic cities and rural
villages; awesome mountains and bustling markets. Tours that infused
with local contact and the sounds, sights and colors of a vast and varied
landscape are Swantour.com.

WHY CHOOSE US?

The adventure specialists for India that phrase defines us. If you are
looking for holiday packages in India, nobody specializes in the country as
we do. We are focused entirely on India.

We have over 25 years knowledge and experience in putting together

tours that will bring India alive for you and let you feel the heart of the
country. There are so many sides to India, so many activities to taste, so
many places off the beaten track, that you can miss them unless you are in
the hands of experts.
Were recognized as the best we knew our team in India was the best
but it was good to see the travel trade recognize this too: Swan Tours is
fully bonded and licensed by OTOAI (Outbound Tour Operators Association
of India) in respect of all land only tour packages. Our OTOAI number is
ACT/12/0049. You can contact the office by email to info@swantour.com or
we are very happy to take your call on + 8287 000 333. Protection for you
money: You can book your holiday with Swan Tours in complete confidence
that all monies you pay to us for your tour are fully protected
Our groups are small on all our tours approximately 16 people, with
some coming along as individuals and others with partners or friends.
Travellers of all ages join us; if you have a taste for adventure then whether
you are in your 20s or your 70s is irrelevant.
Our Tour Leaders are a major reason for our success. They have all lived
in India all their lives and their passion for India in all her hues and coolers,
together with their in-depth knowledge of their own country is what makes
our tours special. They have a wealth of local contacts that can bring their
country to life, and lead to an in-depth understanding of what makes India
tick.
So reasons for choosing a Swan tours?
Our 25 years of specialist knowledge, our innovative itineraries, our good
value for money, our wide choice of activities and destinations across the
sub-continent, our expert tour leaders. To sum it up We are the tours and
Travel specialists for India!

RESPONSIBLE TOURISM
Responsible Tourism or Sustainable Tourism call it what you will; both
terms are relevant. Acting in a responsible way when putting together and
operating our tours is how we have always operated, ensuring that our tours
despoil and damage nothing of the environment around us, and thereby
sustaining it for future generations.
We believe in leaving the local communities of India that we visit just as we
have found them, or preferably in a better way than before we visited by

delivering tangible benefits to them through our tour programs. We use local
tour leaders, rather than flying in tour managers from abroad, thus providing
local employment. We use local hotels rather than international chain hotels,
thus keeping the money in the community. The majority of our tours are on
a bed and breakfast basis thus encouraging our groups to eat at local
restaurants. Our groups are deliberately kept small to minimize their local
impact, and we use local transport, such as Indian railways and sometimes
local buses, wherever possible. We have worked this way for over 25 years
long before such a way of working became fashionable.
We are members OTOAI (Outbound Tour Operators Association of India).
We very much hope that you will want to offset the carbon emissions
incurred whenever you fly, and for flying in connection with our tours.

CHOOSING YOUR TOUR

We offer such a variety of activities that its difficult to know what to choose.
But here are a few pointers to help you:

Energy levels
All of our tours are relatively fast-paced, and see us moving on nearly every
day, often with some early starts for lengthy journeys or sightseeing, and
there are often long days (this does not apply to our family tours). You will
see a lot but you must be prepared for crowded days and relatively little
relaxation time. Our tours tend to be for people who want to do and see a lot
in the time available, rather than chill and relax for much of the time.

How physical do you want to be?

Lets consider the exertion levels of our programs:
Level 1 On our Cultural and Food adventures and private motor car
tours much of the challenge is cerebral rather than physical. Our Family
tours are not too demanding, being designed with younger travellers in
mind.
Level 2 Our Budget tours demand a little more from you, as you may
well organize much of the sightseeing yourself. Early starts for game drives
make our Wildlife tours a little more demanding.
Level 3 Our Rail tours demand a little more stamina, with overnight
train journeys and early morning departures or arrivals on some occasions.

Level 4 Our Motorbike tours demand some determinedly physical

activity from our riders and our Golf adventures require some exertion on
the fairways.
Level 5 Our Trekking adventures and Cycle treks are the most
strenuous of our activities and demand more physical effort, although we
define them as easy, moderate and challenging. Cycle tours and Trekking
tours
Lets talk a little more about our more physical adventures, and look at our
grading of these tours. Our grading Definitions are necessarily generalized;
more detail about distance covered and altitude gain or loss is included in
the Full Tour Details for each tour.
Trekking tours
Easy
Walking 3-4 hours maximum per day, covering less than 10 kilometers per
day. Essentially flat terrain, with a few small inclines; no gain or loss in
altitude of any consequence, and no high passes will be come across.
Moderate
Walking for 5-7 hours maximum per day, covering up to 16 kilometers per
day. Some hilly terrain; possibly some passes may be crossed, involving
altitudes of 3,000-4,000 meters, but altitude gain or loss will not be
significant find here Trekking Leh Ladakh Tours.
Challenging
Walking for 7-8 hours maximum per day, covering up to 20 kilometers per
day. There may be significant altitude gain or loss as high passes may be
involved, possibly over 4,000 meters.
Making life easy
Our trekking tours do not require you to backpack; luggage is transported
for you each day to the next night stop, by porters or pack animals. You are
not required to pitch your tent when camping; our support crew will do this
for you.
Cycling tours
Moderate

Each day of cycling will be around 5-6 hours per day, covering 30-40
kilometers per day. The terrain will be essentially flat, with a few small
gradients but none of any consequence.
Challenging
Each day of cycling will be around 6-7 hours per day, covering some 40-50
kilometers per day. The terrain will be hilly
at times, with some gradients to negotiate.
Whats included?
Included in the cost of our tours is the provision of cycles. We provide Trek
4300, 24-gear Mountain Bikes, with front suspension. Our group will be
accompanied by a back-up jeep with support staff. If we are tired or not
feeling well we can ride in the jeep in Nainital Corbett Tour.
The only equipment that we must bring is a helmet.
If you need any help in deciding which tour is best for you, please
call our office.

Before you travel A few things to think about first

Health
It is advisable to discuss your travel plans with your doctor, or a travel clinic,
since vaccination requirements, like visa requirements, can change without
notice. There are currently no compulsory vaccinations required for a visit to
India, other than for yellow fever if coming in to the country from an
infected area. We still recommend that you obtain protection against
malaria, tetanus, typhoid, infectious hepatitis and polio, together with
immunisation against Japanese encephalitis and meningitis.

Visas
Visa requirements for India, Nepal, Bangladesh and Bhutan do, as for any
country, change on occasion without warning. Therefore you should confirm
all visa-related issues with the nearest Indian, Nepalese or Bangladeshi
Embassy or High Commission before departure. Find here best option to
Bhutan Tour Packages at Swan Tours
Currently citizens of the UK and Australia require visas; other nationalities
should check if they require visas before booking but in any case check
before travelling. It is not possible to obtain a visa directly from the Indian

Embassy. Instead you must use an agency appointed by the Embassy to

handle all visa applications.

Insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory on a Totally India trip. As part of your
booking process, therefore, we will require the name of your insurance
provider, policy number, a 24- hour contact telephone number for medical
emergencies, and the expiry date of your policy. It is mandatory that you are
covered for medical expenses and repatriation. Additionally we advise that
you are covered for loss of luggage and since all deposits paid are nonrefundable that you have cancellation protection. Please note it is a
condition of booking with us that, if we do not hold the above information by
the time you join your tour you will not be allowed to continue. Before you
travel please visit the A to Z of Practical Information on our website at
www.swantour.com for more tips, hints and things to think about as part of
your travel planning.

Cultural Adventures
Many of our small group tours are simply a blend of culture and adventure.
The culture of India is rich, deep and varied, and on a typical tour you will
explore temples, palaces and forts, and wander through bazaars and
markets that will paint a picture of this vibrant land and provide an insight
into Indias culture. But we use local trains, even the occasional local bus,
and visit places that are perhaps not adapted to tourism; places that you
have to take as they are this is the adventure element of our tours. An
eagerness to explore the culture of India and an openness to a little
adventure these are the two ingredients of a cultural adventure visit her
for best holiday experience Rajasthan Cultural Tour at Swantour.com.

In the Footsteps of the Mughals

TOUR SUMMARY This tour is the perfect introduction to India, and in
particular to the Mughal rulers who left such dramatic reminders of their
rule, including their Red Forts, deserted Fatehpur Sikri, and the incomparable
Taj Mahal. We have time, too, to leave the historical side of India behind and
glimpse something of cultural life in the rural villages of the India of today.
Welcome to a mesmerizing trip through the three colorful cities of India
Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Best Deals for Tourists on Golden Triangle Tour
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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Delhi two half-day guided tours. Jaipur and Amber Fort full-day guided
sightseeing. Enjoy the Delhi sightseeing tour by Car to get best deal call
now. Visit some of the most historical and popular Places in Delhi.
Pachewar village visit to a traditional village. Bharatpur visit Keoladeo
Bird Sanctuary. Fatehpur Sikri guided tour. Agra guided tour of the Taj
Mahal and Red Fort.
OUTLINE ITINERARY
1. In Delhi; afternoon sightseeing tour.
2. Morning sightseeing tour of Delhi; evening train to Jaipur.
3. In Jaipur; a full-day sightseeing.
4. Morning drive to Pachewar village; afternoon sightseeing tour.
5. Morning drive to Karauli; afternoon sightseeing tour.
6. Morning drive to Bharatpur; afternoon visit to Bird Sanctuary.
7. Drive via Fatehpur Sikri to Agra.
8. Morning visit to Taj Mahal and Agra Red Fort; afternoon at leisure;
evening train to Delhi.
9. Tour ends Delhi.
WHATS INCLUDED IN THE ITINERARY?
4 nights accommodation in mid-range hotels in Delhi, Agra and Bharatpur
tour; 4 nights in Heritage Havelis in Jaipur, Pachewar, Karauli; train AC Chair
class; half-day sightseeing tours of Delhi, Pachewar, Karauli, Bharatpur,
Fatehpur Sikri and Agra; full-day tour of Jaipur; other transport as detailed
in itinerary; services of a Totally India Tour Leader throughout your journey
in India. Find here the top 10 hotels in Jaipur those talks about the royal and
elegant touch of Rajasthani culture along with the rich Rajasthan heritage
tours of the local people.
Single room option available at all night stops.
Included meals 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch (Pachewar) and 3 dinners (Pachewar,
Karauli and Bharatpur).
Cultural Adventures
Palaces of Rajasthan

14 day tour desert cities and Heritage Hotels

TOUR SUMMARY
We explore the desert settlements of Rajasthan, such as Bikaner, home of
the camel corps, the desert city of Jaisalmer, Rajasthan Desert Tour and
cities of temples and palaces such as Jodhpur and Udaipur tour Packages.
Well travel by camel and jeep by day and at night well stay in converted
palaces and forts that have been turned into comfortable hotels providing
accommodation with character.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Delhi half-day tour of Old Delhi.
Heritage Hotels palaces and forts converted into characterful hotels.
Bikaner guided visit to experience the painted houses.
Jaisalmer guided tour of the desert city.
Jodhpur guided tour of the fort and the old town.
Manvar camel safari in the Thar Desert.
Kumbhalgarh hilltop fortress dating from the 1400s.
Udaipur guided tour of the palaces and Lake Pichola.
OUTLINE ITINERARY
1. Arrive Delhi; half-day Old Delhi Tour.
2. Train and drive to Nawalgarh visit painted houses.
3. Drive to Bikaner; visit camel breeding farm.
4. In Bikaner; guided tour.
5. Full-day drive to Jaisalmer.
6. In Jaisalmer; guided tour.
7. Drive to Dechu; visit villages en route.
8. Morning camel safari; afternoon drive to Jodhpur.
9. In Jodhpur; guided tour of Mehrangarh Fort.
10. Drive to Narlai via Ranakpur.
11. Drive to Udaipur via Kumbalgarh Fort.
12. In Udaipur; guided walking tour of the city.
13. In Udaipur.
14. Udaipur; tour ends
WHATS INCLUDED IN THE ITINERARY?
13 nights accommodation in Luxury Hotels in India and converted palaces;
sightseeing and other transport as detailed in itinerary; services of a Totally

India Tour Leader from Delhi to Udaipur. Single room option available at all
night stops on this tour. Included meals 13 breakfasts and 3 dinners.
Rajasthan Tour Packages Highlights : The special Rajasthan Forts and
Palaces tour package allows the people to know more about the traditional
monuments of Rajasthan. The destinations during this tour package include
Delhi, Jaipur, Chittaurgarh, Udaipur, Kumbalgarh, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer. Udaipur
Mount Abu Tour Package.
Rajasthan Desert Safari
14 day tour colours of Rajasthan and a camel safari
TOUR SUMMARY
We concentrate on the desert state of Rajasthan, a vibrant and colourful land
of palaces, forts, temples and trading towns. Well see caravanserais, painted
houses and camel corps headquarters and visit Udaipur, Jaisalmer and
Jodhpur then venture into the desert on a camel safari.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Delhi two half-day guided tours.
Udaipur walking tour.
Jeep safari visit the Rabari tribe.
Jodhpur guided tour.
Jaisalmer guided tour.
Kuldhara village visit.
Sodakore camel safari.
Bikaner guided sightseeing.
Mandawa guided tour of the painted houses.
OUTLINE ITINERARY
1. In Delhi; afternoon sightseeing tour.
2. Morning sightseeing tour of Delhi; overnight train to Udaipur.
3. Arrive Udaipur; walking tour of Udaipur.
4. In Udaipur.
5. Morning drive to Bhenswara via Ranakpur; jeep safari to visit Rabari
tribes.
6. Morning drive to Jodhpur; afternoon sightseeing tour.
7. Morning drive to Jaisalmer.
8. In Jaisalmer; sightseeing tour.
9. Morning visit to Kuldhara village; drive to Sodakore; afternoon village
walk.

10. Morning camel safari at Sodakore; afternoon drive to Bikaner.

11. Full day in Bikaner.
12. Morning drive to Mandawa; afternoon visiting the painted houses at
Mandawa.
13. Late morning drive to Loharu; afternoon train to Delhi.
14. Tour ends.

WHATS INCLUDED IN THE ITINERARY?

11 nights accommodation in mid-range hotels and Heritage Hotels; 1 night
in a comfortable fixed camp in the desert; 1 night on an overnight train with
sleeper; sightseeing and other transport as detailed in itinerary; services of
a Totally India Tour Leader throughout your journey in India. Single room
option available at all night stops except for one overnight on a train.
Included meals 13 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners.
Cultural Adventures
Journey to the Himalayan Kingdoms
14 day tour through Darjeeling to Sikkim and Bhutan
TOUR SUMMARY
On this tour we focus on the Himalayan region of the Indian subcontinent
on the Indian state of Bengal and the Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan. Our
journey takes us from the sprawl of modern Kolkata to the
tea country of Indias hill station of Darjeeling and all the way up to Tiger
Hill, the highest viewpoint in the area, at around 2,500 metres. Well then
proceed to mountainous Sikkim, Best of Sikkim Tour from where we can get
a perfect view of the worlds third-highest mountain Kanchenjunga (as well
as other peaks), before heading on into the still mysterious kingdom of
Bhutan tour packages.
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Along the way, well not only get to take in stunning mountain vistas,
monasteries and temples including the gigantic Punthang Dechen Phodrang
dzong but also the opportunity to explore the rich culture of Bhutan and
Kathmandu. Well visit Nepals holiest, oldest and largest shrines and mingle
with bustling locals and animals including the occasional wandering cow.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Kolkata Dalhousie Square, St Johns Church, Victoria Memorial, Jain

Temple, Howrah Bridge, Flower Market. Mountain Train ride to Darjeeling.
Darjeeling tea country and one of Indias most famous hill stations