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Sachit Mehra at the young age of 19 was the recipient of the “Young Entrepreneur of the Year” award from the
Asia Pacific Foundation. Focused on customer service and customer loyalty, he is at the heart of the restaurants
growing patronage.
Anish Mehra is a graduate of the Restaurant and Hotel Management program from the University of Guelph. He
has received numerous awards and scholarships in this field.
Nitin Mehra graduated as a chef from Algonquin Culinary as well as Le Cordon Blue. He spent five years
traveling between Winnipeg, Ottawa and Montreal improving his skills as an Indian Chef. He is a trained
Sommelier, which enables him to match the delicate flavors of Indian cuisine with the right wines and liquors.
INDIA INDIAA CULINARY JOURNEY OF NORTHERN
This tour will immerse you into the culture, history, landscape
and people of India. It is a journey of a lifetime with your hosts who are well versed with
both India and Canada. Expect lots of fun, surprise events and memories that you will
cherish forever.
Ø International airfare from Toronto (add $190 from other gateway cities) Ø Within India tour airfare Ø Hotels as mentioned or similar on Twin Sharing basis Ø 31 Meals as indicated in the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner) Ø All transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary Ø Services of local English speaking guides (besides the Mehras) Ø Entrance fees to museums & sites included in the itinerary Ø Elephant Ride at Amber Fort Ø Rickshaw Ride in Delhi Ø All currently applicable taxes, including Indian service tax @ 4%
Ø Airline taxes and surcharge (approx. $480) Ø India visa fees and Travel Insurance (highly recommended) Ø Tips/gratuities
Many of our friends who have shared their journey
experiences with us, have asked us to keep them
informed about new programs we develop. In
order to facilitate this, we started the Bestway
Club. Membership is free and open to anyone.
With your membership, not only will you receive
once a month notifications of our new programs,
but you'll also be given access to special discounts
on our many exciting journeys. You may cancel
your membership at any time and your name will
not be shared or sold to anybody. If you have any
further questions regarding the e-mail club, you
can send us a message at [email protected]
A CULINARY JOURNEY OF NORTHERN
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§ Humayun's Tomb and Gardens
§ Qutb Minar and its Monuments
§ Fatehpur Sikri
§ The Jantar Mantar, Jaipur
§ Agra Fort
§ Taj Mahal
WORLD HERITAGE SITES COVERED IN THIS TOUR
15 Days Tour Duration
(Oct 26 – Nov 10, 2016)
Minimum : 15 Maximum : 22
Tour Size
Per Person on Twin Sharing Single Room Supplement Sh
CCAA$$ 66998800 CCAA$$ 999999
Oct 26 – Nov 10, 2016
It was a wonderful experience. India is an
incredible country which needs to be explored.
The driver and helper aside from being amazingly
skilful were polite and always helpful and always
smiled. The tour plan was excellent. It was
packed full of things to see, smell, hear, touch and
taste. A wonderful tour where every new day was
a BEST day. I recommend it to anyone who is
interested in food and a good time.
-- Kathleen J of NS, Canada
This was a very well organised and extremely
pleasant tour to travel on and would certainly
recommend it to anyone. The information was all
well prepared and helpful, emails were promptly
answered and all seemed most effecient, the
travel plans all worked very smoothly with no
hitch.
-- Josie M of UK
TESTIMONIALS
If Bestway were to hold a contest for their
happiest and most satisfied customer, I would
surely win!
-- Louis L of ON, Canada
Nitin MehraThis tour will immerse you into the culture history landscape
With the East India Company
Some thirty years ago a resilient young pioneer from the villages of
north India opened doors to The East India Company in Winnipeg,
delighting Winnipeggers with authentic flavors and taste of North
Indian cuisine. Sons Sachit, Anish and Nitin Mehra have kept his
dream alive now indulging Canadians from coast to coast at their
three restaurants – two in Ottawa along with their flagship in
Winnipeg, the East India Company are synonym to tasty
indigenous Indian cuisine at its best. The three brothers make up a
team of talented dynamic chefs with flourish, charisma, unmatched
enthusiasm and dedication.
Their passion and commitment to offer original dishes has inspired them to travel to India with a small group of
food lovers and unearth the intricacies of this tantalizing cuisine.
The restaurants have received 5* ratings from several food critiques including the Winnipeg Free Press, the
Ottawa Herald as well as being recognized as one of the best in Canada by Ann Hardy, Where to eat in
Canada.
At the request of their many patrons and friends Sachit, Anish and Nitin are leading a small group of food
lovers on an exciting cuisine tour of North India and invite you to join them on an unforgettable journey with
them as your local hosts.
Sachit Mehra
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
WHS* - UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE
BRIEF ITINERARY (Detailed Itinerary at bestway.com/culinary-eastindia)
A CULINARY JOURNEY OF NORTHERN INDIA
With the East India Company WHS* - UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE WHS* - UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE
Day 01 Oct 26, 2016: Depart home city for New Delhi
Day 02 Oct 27, 2016: Arrival New Delhi (India)
Namaste! Welcome to India. We are transferred to hotel. Overnight: Sheraton New Delhi – Deluxe Rooms (3 Nights)
Day 03 Oct 28, 2016: New Delhi
Guided tour of the last residence of Mahatma Gandhi, India Gate, Houses of Parliament and the beautiful Humayun's
Tomb and Gardens* restored by the Aga Khan Trust for Culture to reflect its 1570 ambience. At Qutb Minar* we see the
13th C. tower and the magnificent Alai-Darwaza Gate, a masterpiece of Muslim art in India. Our culinary activities start
with a private home visit. Under supervision of chef, Jyoti Agarwal, we learn to prepare delicious Indian meal and are
joined by Jyoti and her family for dinner and get an authentic introduction to India, Indian food and the people. (B, D)
Day 04 Oct 29, 2016: Old Delhi
We start with a photo stop at the Red Fort built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Explore Old Delhi on 3-wheeler
rickshaws taking us through narrow lanes to Chandni Chowk Bazaar. Visit Pathewali Gali – a street for foodies where we
taste “handkerchief” breads, the Kebabs of world famous Karims before dinner at the Moti Mahal – the restaurant that is
credited to have introduced Butter Chicken to the world. (B, L, D)
Day 05 Oct 30, 2016: Delhi/Mandawa (Drive: 260 Km/06 Hours) DIWALI FESTIVAL
Scenic drive to Mandawa in Rajasthan – “land of the rajas”. Large and massive havelis (mansions) adorned with beautiful
wall paintings decorating their homes as mini forts and palaces. The beautiful wall paintings have seen themes changing
mythology dominated themes of the frescoes to displaying local legends, animals, portraits, hunting and wrestling scenes.
Time is still measured by a huge brass gong struck by resident timekeepers every day on the hour. Best place to
experience the legacy of Shekhawai. Evening, enjoy participating with the locals in the most important Indian event –
Diwali - the festival of lights. Overnight: Castle Mandawa – Standard Rooms (2 Nights) (B, D)
Day 06 Oct 31, 2016: Mandawa
Hands on cooking demonstration of Rajasthani delicacies today. You can try your hand at roti making over the tandoor!
Afternoon, free time to enjoy natural trails, Ayurvedic massages, camel and horse riding, heritage walk through Mandawa
town, billiards, poolrooms, swimming and a lot more. (B, L, D)
Day 07 Nov 01, 2016: Mandawa/Jaipur (Drive: 180 Km/04 Hours)
Leisurely drive to Nawalgarh, the 18th C fresco centre with its huge fort houses and numerous havelis with elaborate
architecture. Walk through the town visiting several havelis followed by time at the colourful bazaar. Late afternoon we
arrive at Jaipur - capital of Rajasthan. Evening, walk through the town and bazaar tasting local deserts.
Overnight: ITC Rajputana – Executive Rooms (3 Nights) (B, D)
Day 08 Nov 02, 2016 Jaipur
An exhilarating excursion on elephant backs to Amber Fort. Visit Jagmandir or hall of victory. At Jaimahal see exquisite
mirror work and abstract inlay design. This is followed by yet another interesting activity as we visit the Pink City of Jaipur.
Drive through tour of this historical town before we see a demonstration of block printing on cotton textile. Afternoon tour
to Maharaja's City Palace - museum-palace containing original artifacts of the Maharaja personal collection including
paintings, royal dresses and typical Rajasthani handicrafts. A dinner treat at the Rambagh Palace. (B, D)
Day 09 Nov 03, 2016: Jaipur
Free day to enjoy the shopper’s paradise of Jaipur known for handicrafts-trinkets, souvenirs, jewelry, fabrics, home
furnishings and miniature paintings. Come evening, we proceed to Dera Amer for a very special experience, a 45 minute
elephant ride enjoying the silence interrupted only by chirping of birds, calls of peacock, and sounds of bells around
elephant necks. Enjoy a sumptuous dinner under the stars with chefs serving hot naans right from the tandoor. A luxury
very few will have experienced before. (B, D) WHS* - UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE
Day 10 Nov 04, 2016: Jaipur/Ranthambore (Drive: 180 Km/04 Hours)
Experience a different facet of India. Drive to Ranthambore hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Jaipur. The Park has
the largest and most diverse resident wildlife in India. Afternoon game safari chasing indigenous animals as tiger,
nilgai, chausingha, chital, chinkara, wild boar, jungle cat, ratel, hyena, porcupine, the Rhesus Macaque and the black-
faced Langur. Some 150 bird species can be found here. Evening join the chef and get another facet of Indian
cooking. Overnight: Ranthambore Regency – Cottage Rooms (1 Night) (B, L, D)
Day 11 Nov 05, 2016: Ranthambore/Fatehpur Sikri/Agra (Drive: 280 Km/06 Hours)
Ranthambhore is a Project Tiger Reserve famous for spotting the Royal Bengal Tigers. Early morning safari in time to
catch animals hunting for prey. Drive to UNESCO WHS site of Fatehpur Sikri - the eerily abandoned capital of the
Mughal Empire (1570 – 1586). While Akbar the Moghul builder is believed to have been illiterate, he took great
interest in the arts and architecture. A short drive and we get a distant sunset view of the Taj Mahal. During dinner we
have a talk on the cuisines of Agra and tour the kitchen.
Overnight: ITC Mughal – Mughal Rooms (2 Nights) (B, D)
Day 12 Nov 06: Agra
Sunrise visit to THE most well known wonders of the world, The Taj Mahal* a white marble mausoleum built between
1631 and 1648 by the Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Jewel of Muslim
art in India universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage and an embodiment of love. After breakfast at our
hotel we visit Agra Fort* and tomb of Itamad-ud-Daula. Agra is one of the few cities to house 3 UNESCO World
Heritage Sites. This evening we get a foodies feat as we venture for street food. The famous joint includes Mama's
Chicken featured in Discovery Travel & Living. http://www.mamafranky.com/ – a popular hangout for tourists and
sophisticated Indians. Check out the menu online! (B, D)
Day 13 Nov 07: Agra/Delhi (Drive: 220 Km/04 Hours) & Delhi/Amritsar by train
Depart by the deluxe Shatabdi train to Amritsar. Train travel in India is an experience. On any given day there are over
25 million people in the trains of India. Enjoy scenes of lavish green pastures of rural Indian lifestyle. Dinner on board
and meet other folks on the train. Overnight: Hyatt Amritsar – Hyatt Guest Rooms (3 Nights) (B, D)
Day 14 Nov 08: Amritsar
We visit the Golden Temple, the holiest Sikh shrine. Characterized by its four entrance doors, theTemple welcomes
everyone regardless of faith. Visit the community kitchen where free food is served free to all, every day and night, to
over 100,000 visitors – all by volunteers. Visit Jallianwalah Baghwhere where in 1919 the British army massacred
innocent women and children. Late afternoon excursion to Wagah border (India-Pakistan Border) to witness the
“Change of Guard” ceremony. Here Indian and Pakistani soldiers march to enthusiastic supporters as the flags of both
countries are lowered with great skill and precision. Evening enjoy dinner at the fine dinning Surjeet, recommended
also by the Lonely Planet - a favourite of Bollywood stars… and who knows we may just meet one (B, D)
Day 15 Nov 09: Amritsar
Optional early morning experience the pre dawn rituals at the Golden Temple. At 430AM a temple walk barefooted on
the marble flooring. Follow the many pilgrims as they dip their feet to cleanse them. Immerse yourself in the serenity.
Return for breakfast. Morning free. Afternoon, enjoy popular street cuisine of Amritsar. Foodies can look forward to
savor seductive smorgasbord of specialties. Recommended for lunch of chole kulche (chickpeas curry) transformed to
a gourmet meal. We bid farewell to Punjab in typical Punjabi style. Evening (attire recommended is Punjabi) drive to
Virasat Haveli and enjoy a traditional Punjabi Village dinner followed by dance and entertainment. A live bhangra will
enthrall us and just like the locals, we join and make it all happen. (B, L, D)
Day 16 Nov 10: Amritsar/departure
After a memorable journey we bid farewell to incredible India. (B)