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16 Day Sri Lanka & Northern India Delhi Agra Jaipur Ranthambore Colombo Sigiriya Kandy Nuwara Eliya Yala National Park Galle

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16 Day SriLanka &Northern India

DelhiAgraJaipurRanthamboreColomboSigiriyaKandyNuwara EliyaYala National ParkGalle

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16 Day Sri Lanka & NorthernIndia

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$3,999PER PERSON, TWIN SHAREThe colours, sights, smells and sounds!These two great nationals will leave youmesmerized with life that permeates fromevery corner of discovery. Incredibly diversein both people and wildlife, each hassomething to offer the intrepid explorer,wildlife lover or food connoisseur.

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DAY 1Destination Australia Delhi

Meals included

Hotel Radisson Blu, Paschim Vihar, or similar

Today board your international flight for Delhi. Arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport with a meet and greet byour representative who will assist by transferring you to your hotel.

DAY 2Destination Delhi

Meals included Breakfast

Hotel Radisson Blu, Paschim Vihar, or similar

After breakfast, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Old Delhi beginning with a photo stop at the Red Fort. The walls of themassive Red Fort rise a daunting 33 metres (108 ft) above the bustle of Old Delhi as a reminder of the magnificentpower of former emperors. Very near to the fort is the 17th-century Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India. Walkthrough the famous bazaars of Old Dehli to experience the hustle and bustle. Visit Raj Ghat, the Mahatma Gandhimemorial, a simple black marble platform that marks the spot of his cremation. In New Delhi, visit the India Gate, thememorial of the First World War and the road that leads from there to the President House, flanked by the houses ofParliament, the Secretariat building, the Birla Temple and Lotus Temple.

DAY 3Destination Delhi Agra

Meals included Breakfast

Hotel Crystal Sarovar Premiere, or similar

Today we make our way to Agra. Agra rose to fame in the 17th century as the capital of the Mughal Empire and wasbeautified with gardens, waterfalls, bathhouses and canals. In modern times, the city houses a thriving crafts industry,including marble inlay work and carpets. In the afternoon, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Agra which includes a highlightfor many, the awe-inspiring Taj Mahal. Built in the mid-17th century by Shah Jahan following the death of his queen, thismausoleum is an eternal love poem written in stone. During the visit, you can admire the intricacy of the work of the20,000 craftsmen who were brought from Persia, Turkey, France and Italy to build this astonishing monument.

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DAY 4

DestinationAgra Bharatpur Sawai Madhopur (RanthamboreNational Park)

Meals included Breakfast

Hotel The Tiger Den, or similar

After breakfast at the hotel, depart by road to Bharatpur to board the Jan Shatabdi Express train to Sawai Madhopur, thegateway to the famous Ranthambore National Park. Forget the over-crowded pictures of train travel you have seen onsocial media. Long distance train travel in India is a plesant experience with civilised, air-conditioned reserved seating.On arrival, transfer to your hotel for check-in. If you want evidence of the Project Tiger conservation programme'ssuccess, Ranthambore National Park is a prime example as it is renowned for its tiger population.

DAY 5Destination Ranthambore National Park

Meals included

Hotel The Tiger Den, or similar

Today, explore Ranthambore National Park on a safari after breakfast at the hotel. Ranthambore is located in what wasoriginally the private hunting ground of the maharajas of Jaipur. The park features a varied geography of forested hills,sweeping grasslands and lakes, all under the shadow of the ruins of the hilltop Ranthambore Fort, more than 200metres above the surrounding plain. The park’s Bengal tigers are renowned for being fearless and roaming the parkduring the day. Other residents include leopards, striped Hyenas, sambar and chital deer, jackals, sloth bears, wild boarsand more. Break for lunch and return to the park in the afternoon for yet more animal sightings. After, return to thehotel.

DAY 6Destination Sawai Madhopur Jaipur

Meals included Breakfast

Hotel Indana Jaipur, or similar

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart Agra and head to Jaipur, arriving in the ‘Pink City’ in the afternoon. Check-in onarrival and spend the remainder of the day at leisure.

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DAY 7Destination Jaipur

Meals included Breakfast

Hotel Indana Jaipur, or similar

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel we head out for a tour of the Amber Fort. Located on a spur overlooking a lake,Amber Fort’s robust, time-ravaged walls appear imposing from the outside but they hide an interior packed withbeautifully decorated palaces, temples and landscaped gardens. Be dazzled by the Sheesh Mahal, a room with its fourwalls and ceiling completely embedded with glittering mirror pieces. Return to the old city to visit the City Palace andthe beautiful Chandra Mahal Palace and Mubarak Mahal Palace within, as well as the intricately decorated PeacockGate. After, make a stop at the spellbinding Hawa Mahal or Palace of the Winds and the famous Johari bazaar known forits jewels and saris. We will also be visiting the Tripolia bazaar with bronzes, sculptures and lacquerware, the Bapu bazaarrenowned for its perfumes and textiles, and Chandpol bazaar for pottery and bracelets.

DAY 8Destination Jaipur Delhi Colombo

Meals included Breakfast

Hotel The Gateway Hotel , or similar

After a leisurely breakfast, drive back to Delhi and transfer to the airport to board your flight to Sri Lanka. A warmwelcome awaits you at the arrival lounge of the Bandaranaike International Airport. You will be met by our localrepresentative and transferred to your hotel.

DAY 9Destination Colombo Sigiriya

Meals included Breakfast, dinner

Hotel 5 Sigiriya Jungles, or similar

This morning enjoy a late start allowing you to relax and prepare for the day ahead. We’ll leave the hotel around 9:30-10am bound for Sigiriya. This afternoon set out on an exclusively private jeep safari at the Minneriya (or Kauduala)National Park to witness the unique phenomenon of elephant gathering. During the dry season, from June toSeptember, hundreds of elephants gather around the Minneriya Tank for water. Such a large number of elephantscould not be sighted at one place, anywhere else in the world! Outside of these months and depending on the elephantmigration patterns the safari will be conducted in one of the surrounding parks. This evening enjoy some sundownerpre-dinner Arrack (a local cocktail) or something else to suit your tastes.

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DAY 10Destination Sigiriya Lion Rock Sigiriya

Meals included Breakfast, dinner

Hotel 5 Sigiriya Jungles, or similar

This morning we climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress (Lion’s Rock), one of the most extraordinary artistic complexes of itstime (477 – 498 AD). Declared as an UNESCO heritage site in 1982, this magnificent citadel allures artistic andarchitectural curiosity from around the globe. For lunch today, take part in a Cooking Demonstration of Sri Lankan riceand curry (5-6 curries) and enjoy this typical Sri Lankan lunch while overlooking the paddy fields. In the afternoon enjoy asightseeing tour of the Medieval Capital City of Polonnaruwa. This was declared as an UNESCO heritage site in 1982.After the demise of Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa became the middle historic capital of Sri Lanka (1017 – 1235 AD). Thisevening enjoy another round of sundowner pre-dinner Arrack (a local cocktail) or something else to suit your tastes.

DAY 11Destination Sigiriya Kandy

Meals included Breakfast, dinner

Hotel 5 Earl’s Regency, or similar

This morning we leave for Kandy. Enroute, visit the Matale Spice Garden to learn about an important agriculture iconicto Sri Lanka. We then continue on to Kandy, the Hill Capital (1514 – 1815 AD). Originally known as Senkadagala, the cityeventually came to be known as Kandy. Kandy was declared an UNESCO heritage site in 1988. The style and character ofthe Sri Lankan civilization at the time is well articulated in the heart of the city itself, with its lake, the temples includingthe Temple of the Tooth Relic and the well preserved ruins of the royal palaces. On arrival in Kandy spend the afternoonat leisure. Visit the Temple of Sacred Tooth Relic with its guardian elephants - a deeply significant Buddhist site thatcontains a tooth of Buddha collected from his funeral pyre. This site draws thousands of pilgrims from across the world.

DAY 12Destination Kandy Nuwara Eliya

Meals included Breakfast, dinner

Hotel The Blackpool Hotel, or similar

After breakfast we leave for the hill country town of Nuwara Eliya. Embark on the famous train journey which issupposed to be one of the most scenic and beautiful travel routes in the world. Apart from the breathtaking sceneries ofthe tea country and picturesque waterfalls, it is a chance for you to mingle with the local people. With the end of this

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unique experience comes your arrival in Nuwara Eliya, often referred to as ‘Little England’. This genteel highlandcommunity does have a rose-tinted, vaguely British-country-village feel to it with its colonial-era bungalows and Britishroots.

Please note: It is not possible to confirm the train ticket reservation due to the fact that Sri Lanka Railway has a manualsystem for reservations. Tickets can only be booked 30 days prior to departure. The 1st and 2nd class is basic but has air-conditioning. On the rare occasion the train is fully booked we’ll conduct the route by road.

DAY 13Destination Nuwara Eliya Yala/Tissamaharama

Meals included Breakfast, dinner

Hotel Mandara Rosen, or similar

Today, leave for Yala/Tissamaharama. On the way we will visit the Buduruwagala Temple, an ancient Buddhist temple inSri Lanka. The complex consists of seven statues and belongs to the Mahayana school of thought. The statues date backto the 10th century. The gigantic Buddha statue still bears traces of its original stuccoed robe and a long streak of orangesuggests it was once brightly painted.

After checking in to our hotel spend your afternoon on a guided game drive exploring the dynamic wildlife and themost luxuriant plant life in Yala National Park. Being one of the largest parks in Sri Lanka, it is the ideal place to sight therare and beautiful leopard!

Please note: Sections of Yala National Park close due to conservation efforts each year between September and October.The closure dates are advised by the Sri Lankan government 1-2 months prior and differ each year. As Yala National Parkis made up of multiple sections, if one section is closed due to conservation works we will visit one of the open sections.

DAY 14Destination Yala Galle Colombo

Meals included Breakfast, Dinner

Hotel 4 Galle Face Hotel, or similar

This morning we leave for Colombo. Enroute we explore the Galle Fort and its Fortifications. This is a city that exudes aperfectly blended essence of past and present. Declared as an UNESCO heritage site in 1988, the presence ofPortuguese, Dutch and English is very evident in the fascinating architectural styles of the Galle Fort. As we

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continue along to Colombo we will visit a Turtle Hatchery. There are only seven species of marine turtles in the world andfive are found in the warm, clear waters off Sri Lanka’s coast. The five species are the Hawksbill turtle, Loggerhead turtle,Green turtle, Leatherback turtle and the Olive Ridley turtle.

DAY 15Destination Colombo Home

Meals included Breakfast

Hotel N/A

Unfortunately, today marks the end of your incredible tour through Sri Lanka. At the appropriate time, you will betransferred to the airport to board your flight home.

DAY 16Destination Home

Meals included

Hotel N/A

Arrive home today.

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Inclusions

WHAT'S INCLUDED Return international airfares with Singapore AirlinesInternal Delhi - Colombo airfareAll airport transfers14 nights luxury accommodation in mostly 5 star hotels Daily breakfast, 1 lunch & 6 dinners whichIncluding a memorable Sri Lankan cooking class plus sundowners in SigiriyaThe services of professional escorted guides throughout Sri Lanka and IndiaIncredible sightseeing including all entry feesRide the famous train from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya through the picturesque teacountry Game drives in Ranthambore, Minneriya National Park and Yala National ParkDedicated air-conditioned transportation including rail tickets

SIGHTSEEING HIGHLIGHTS Delhi - Walk through the famous bazaars of Old DehliDelhi - Visit Raj Ghat, Mahatma Gandhi's memorialAgra - Go inside the Taj MahalRanthambore - Embark of a jeep safari to search for tigers and other wildlifeJaipur - Explore Amber FortJaipur - Learn about the City Palace and the Peacock gateMinneriya National Park - Elephant viewingSigiriya - Lion Rock FortressKandy - Matale Spice GardenKandy - Temple of the Tooth RelicNuwara Eliya - Train ride through tea countryYala National Park - Wildlife game driveGalle - Galle FortGalle - Turtle Hatchery

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SINGAPORE STOPOVER PACKAGE Singapore Stopover Package - $499 per person

3 nights at the 4 star Furama Riverfront or similarBreakfast dailyReturn airport transfers

If you wish to book the Singapore stopover package either before and/or after your package,please request 'Singapore stopover package' in the 'Special Requests' field prior to makingyour purchase. Please note, the Singapore stopover package must be paid in full after payingyour tour deposit. You will be invoiced to collect this payment.

The $150pp extension supplement does not apply if selecting this option.

Fine Print

DEPOSITS & PAYMENT Secure your package with a deposit of $500 per person.

Pay a 2nd instalment of $2099 per person within 28 days.

You will then be invoiced for final payment 90 days prior to departure.

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BOOKING PROCESS Select the purple 'Sign Up For Full Details' tab to begin your booking (you mustsign up first by enterting your email and creating a password)Then select the purple 'Book now' tabSelect your Departure Date, Departure City, number of Passengers, RoomConfiguration, and enter any Special RequestsClick the purple ‘Proceed to Secure Checkout' tabEnter your credit card or PayPal details to secure your deposit/paymentOnce your order is complete, you will be prompted to complete a booking form sothat we can fulfil your bookingYour booking is confirmed once your booking form is submitted and you canbegin the countdown to your Inspiring Vacation!

HOW TO EXTEND YOUR STAY Some customers like to enhance their holiday by extending their stay pre- and/or post-tour.If you wish to do so, please follow these steps:

1. Follow the ‘Book Now’ prompts after signing up, until you reach the 'SpecialRequests' field

2. Here, please specify your preferred flight arrangements and if you requireadditional accommodation, with the number of nights needed.

3. After finalising your purchase and submitting your booking form, a member of ourteam will be in contact with you via email to verify your request.

Please note, a supplement of $150 per person (plus any applicable fare and tax differences)applies to deviate from the standard itinerary. We will contact you via email with a quote andproposed flight itinerary, and then proceed with collecting the additional payment requiredto confirm your request.

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AIRFARE INFORMATION Full service airline used will be Singapore Airlines (Sri Lankan Airlines or Emirates ifunavailable)Internal airfares with Sri Lanka airlines or similarFlights will require a minimum of 1 transit (maximum 2).All tickets will include 20 kilos checked baggage per person, along with 7 kilos ofhand luggage. Despite the airlines baggage allowance, we recommend travelling with 20 kilosper person due to restrictions with internal flights (where applicable), as well ascoach and train transportation. Also, you will be responsible for handling yourluggage at all times as the services of porters is not included. If travelling over thisamount, you will be liable for any excess baggage fees enforced by the airline,payable direct. Once ticketed, flights are non-refundable. Any changes will be subject to theairline rules and change fees.Full names as per passport (including all middle names) are required.Any airline schedule changes or cancellations are beyond our control.

PREMIUM ECONOMY ORBUSINESS CLASS UPGRADES

Premium Economy - Not available.

Business Class upgrade available from an additional $4,500 per person (subject toavailability).

Please specify this as a 'Special Request' when completing your booking and you will bequoted for the additional fare. In the event your selection is unavailable, or that you aredissatisfied with the quote, you will be provided with a full refund.

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LAND-ONLY DISCOUNT A $800 per person reduction from the twin share price applies if you wish to arrange yourown airfares. Should you wish to purchase land only, please select this option in the bookingprocess, under 'Departure City'. Internal airfares from Sri Lanka to India are still includedwhen selecting this option.

Please note, if you are not arriving or departing as per the group itinerary, airport transfersare also no longer included.

TRAIN JOURNEY Day 5 - Train Journey

Please note that it is not possible to confirm the train ticket reservation due to the fact thatSri Lanka Railway has a manual system for reservations. Tickets can only be booked 30 daysprior to departure. The 1st and 2nd class is basic but has air-conditioning. The non-airconditioned 3rd class sometimes is the only option based availability. On the rare occasionthe train is fully booked we’ll conduct the route by road.

EXCLUSIONS VisasTravel insurance (compulsory)TippingAnything not mentioned in the itineraryOptional activitiesPersonal expenses

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TIPPING A friendly reminder that tipping is not included in your package. At the commencement ofyour tour you will be asked to provide tipping to your guide towards a ‘kitty’, which is thenused towards the guide tipping for the services of helpers, hotel staff, restaurants and airportporterage. We recommend AUD$3 per person, per day, to be paid in local currency. Pleasenote that this tipping is not for the guide or driver, merely for the guide to tip the services ofother local workers during your tour. While not made compulsory, if you choose not tocontribute to the kitty it means that the guide is tipping for these services out of their ownpocket. Your cooperation in this instance is most appreciated.

Further, tipping for your guide and driver will be collected at the conclusion of their services. To remove the uncertainty and stress of not knowing how much is appropriate to tip werecommend AUD$6-10 per person per day for your guide and AUD$3-5 per person per dayfor your driver to be paid in local currency. The amount you wish to contribute is dependenton the services received and at the complete discretion of the guest. Thank you for yourunderstanding.

Any other tipping, such as tips for camera and video fees, bathroom attendants or hotelporters that are taking luggage to your room, is at your discretion as are gratuities foradditional requested special services. We encourage passengers to have a supply of smalldenominations of local currency to distribute for personal tipping.

ACCOMMODATION The accommodation listed is subject to change. Any changes will be of an equal or higherstandard. Bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only. All efforts will be madeto meet your preferences however any changes are beyond our control.

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT Single supplement is $1,199 per person in addition to the twin share price.

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PAIRED SOLO TRAVELLERS This package allows you to avoid paying a single supplement by booking as a Paired SoloTraveller

All bookings must be arranged over the phone by calling 1300 88 66 88.

Regardless of whether an accompanying solo traveller is found, you are guaranteed to travelat no additional cost.

Solo travellers are matched only on the basis of gender and not on other factors such as age,nationality, religion or sexuality. We kindly ask that you disclose any requirements, medical orotherwise, that might disturb your matched traveller’s sleep (e.g. sleep apnoea or a CPAPmachine). Unfortunately, in the other traveller’s interests, we request that you proceed withyour own private room with the resulting single supplement. Should a second solo traveller not be available, you are nonetheless guaranteed to travel atno extra cost and you will be placed into a single, twin share or double room by yourself. Yourtour group may include multiple solo travellers who may or may not be paired. No changeswill be permitted to any pairing arrangements.

Note that for some portions of some itineraries, you may not be with a larger group. Somepackages may operate on groups as small as two and there may therefore be time spenttravelling only with your paired traveller. Should a package require a minimum number of 2travellers and you are not paired, your booking may be cancelled.

You will be introduced to your matched solo traveller at the beginning of your itinerary andyour personal details will not be shared as per our Privacy Policy. Should there be anydissatisfaction with your matched traveller, unfortunately we are unable to make anychanges to your room arrangements or offer any refund. Inspiring Vacations takes noresponsibility for and will not be held liable for any dissatisfaction with the matched travelleror for their actions.

All departures remain strictly subject to availability and may sell out prior to your tentativebooking being confirmed, in which case the fee will be refunded in full. All other bookingterms apply.

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TRIPLE SHARE Available. Please purchase 3 x $3,999. If you wish to purchase triple share please phone 1300886 688.

GROUP SIZE 2-30 people

CHILDREN Children must be 2 years old or over and share a room with parents at all times. Children arethe same price as adults.

TRAVEL INSURANCE Travel insurance is required to protect yourself against the unexpected.

We have partnered with QBE Insurance to offer our customers competitive rates for theirtravel insurance. You can book comprehensive or budget cover, earn Qantas Frequent Flyerpoints and save 25% on retail rates.

Simply click HERE to arrange your policy.

VISA & PASSPORT INFORMATION It is the traveller's responsibility to ensure they have a valid passport. The passport must bevalid for a minimum of six months from the intended date of return to Australia.

Australian passport holders will require an e-visa to enter Sri Lanka.

Please note the e-visa is limited to 30 days validity from the date of arrival and is only valid forthree months from the date of issue.

You must make sure that the same travel document that was used for applying online isused for entering Sri Lanka.

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Visit http://www.eta.gov.lk/slvisa/ to apply for an e-visa.

Information required:

Purpose of visit (sightseeing/holidaying/tourist)Entry type (single)Arrival date and departure date (no specific flight details are required)Passport informationThe name and address of your first hotel in Sri Lanka

Pay US$35 (AU$49) per person by credit card. Wait for it to be approved and you will benotified via email within approximately 48 hours. Please note, you will be transferred to anexternal site when completing your payment online.

Once approved, please ensure that you travel with the following documentation, which isrequired at customs upon arrival in Sri Lanka:

Passport with six months validityE-visa printoutTravel itinerary (provided 30 days before departure)Hotel list (provided 30 days before departure)

Please note that these details are subject to change without notice. We recommend visitinghttps://smartraveller.gov.au for up to date information in terms of entry requirements. Visasshould not be applied for until you receive your final documentation.

OTHER INFORMATION Final documentation, including e-tickets and hotel details, will be providedapproximately 30 days prior to travel.The total length of the tour in days includes time spent inflight and is subject tochange, depending on the flight schedule. Please refer to the day-by-day itineraryfor the time spent in your destination(s).

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