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  • Travel to India – Learn some Hindi

    Hindi is the national language of India. If you can learn some basic Hindi Vocabulary you will be able to survive your trip tn any city in India.
    Some of the most common words can be found here

    Meaning: Hindi: Pronunciation: Usage: Hindi: Pronunciation:
    comfort, rest Aarama aaraam (m)
    China caina ciin (m)
    Chinese cainai ciinii
    curry kri. k`i curry
    country dðSa desha (m)
    crop Psala fasal (f)
    condition hala haal (m)
    chair kØsaiü kursii (f)
    chili peppers emacaü mirca (f)
    copy, fake, imitation nakla nakal (f)
    choice, liking pasand pasand (f)
    complete, whole, full paÜra puuraa
    colorful rùga ebarùgaa rang-birangaa
    color rùga rang (m)
    colourful rùgaina rangiin
    custom ervaaja rivaaj (m)
    can, be able to saknaa saknaa [-ne]
    century Sataabdi shataabdii (f)
    city Sahr sheher (m)
    cotton saÜta suut (m)
    cotton (adj.) saÜtai suutii

    The list of colors can be found here

    On to other Colors
    Color Hindi Phonetic
    Pronunciation    		 View Pop Media Pronunciation
    Black kalaa kaalaa
    Blue nailaa niilaa
    Brown BaÜra bhuuraa
    Gold saØnahra sunaharaa
    Green hra haraa
    Khaki Kaaki khaakii
    Orange naarøgai naarangii
    Pink gaØlaabai gulaabii
    Purple baòøganai bainganii
    Red laala laal
    Silver caaúdi caandii
    Slate slaðXi sleTii
    White safðd safed
    Yellow pailaa piilaa

    Happy Journey!

  • Complete Char Dham Yatra Tour

    Chardham YatraComplete Char Dham Yatra Tour

    (Delhi-Haridwar-Rishikesh-Barkot-Yamunotri-Uttarkashi-Gangotri-Rudrapryag-Kedarnath-Badrinath) 

    10Nights/11 Days

    Day 01 : Arrival Delhi – Rishikesh(235 Kms. 07 hrs)

    Upon arrival in Delhi meeting and assistance followed by drive to Rishikesh. On arrival at Rishikesh check-in at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

    Day 02 : Rishikesh – Barkot (190 Kms. 07 hrs)

    Morning visit Ramjhula,Laxmanjhula,Swargashram,Geetabhawan and drive to Barkot via Dehradun, Mussoorie, and en-route visit Kempty fall. Later continue drive to Barkot. On arrival Barkot Check In at Hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

    Day 03 : Barkot – Yamunotri – Barkot (42 Kms Drive / 6 Kms trek.)

    Morning leave for Janki Chatti via Hanuman Chatti & Fool Chatti. On arrival Janki Chatti start Trek of 05 kms for Yamunotri, On Arrive Yamunotri Holi Dip in Tapt Kund, than Pooja and Darshan of Shree Yamunotri Ji, after Darshan and Pooja and back to Janki Chatti on arrival Janki Chatti and drive back to Barkot. Overnight stay at Hotel.

    Day 04: Barkot – Uttarkashi (Drive 82 Kms, 04 hrs)

    Morning leave for Uttarkashi, a drive of 82 kms. on arrival Uttarkashi check in at the hotel evening visit Vishwnath Temple,Overnight stay at the hotel.

     Day 05 : Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Uttarkashi (100 Kms. one way)

    Early morning drive to Gangotri and on arrival take a holy dip in the sacred river Ganges and  Perform Pooja, afternoon drive to Uttarkashi, on arrival check into the Hotel.

    Day 06 : Uttarkashi – rudrapryag (215 Kms. Drive 10-11 Hrs)

    Morning drive to Rudrapryag, en-route visit Tehri Dam & continue journey toward Rudrapryag. Upon arrival in check-in at hotel. Overnight stay at the Hotel.

    Day 07 : Rudrapryag – helipad – Kedarnath –rudrapryag  (50 Kms Drive + Helicopter)

    Morning drive to Helipad to catch Helicopter for Kedarnath. On arrival Kedarnath Darshan and  Later fly back to helipad. on arrival back to Rudraprayag. Overnight stay at hotel.

    Day 08 : Rudraprayag – Badrinath (155 kms)

    Morning drive to Shree Badrinath Ji, On arrival Badrinath Check in at hotel. Later take a holy Dip in Narad Kund Darshan of Shree Vishnu Ji. Evening visit Mana village (the last village before the Tibetan border) Byas Gufa, Ganesh gufa, Shree Saraswati Temple, Saraswati River,Bhim pul  than back to Hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

    Day 09 : Badrinath – Srinagar Garhwal (188 kms)

    Early morning Pooja at Temple.Later drive back to Srinagar Garhwal. On arrival check in at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

    Day 10: Srinagar – Haridwar (134 Kms 05 hrs)

    Morning drive to Haridwar visit mansa davi chandi devi darshan and evening ganges Arti Darshan at har ki paidi  over night stay at hotel.

    Day 11: Haridwar- Delhi (205 kms 07hrs)

    Morning drive to Delhi on arrival drop you at the railway station/airport to connect train/flight for onward destination.

     

    Tour and Services Ends

     

    HOTELS  DURING YATRA

     

    Hotel Urmi /Similar ,Haridwar(ac)  ,                Hotel  Chouhan anexe  /Similar  , Barkot
    Nights: –  (1nts    )                                                Nights :-  ( 2nts)

     

    Hotel  Shivlinga/mahima/similar,Utterkashi  , Hotel Pushpdeep/similar,Rudrapryag(ac)
    Nights: –  (2nts)                                                     Nights: –  (2nts )

    Hotel Dwarikesh/similar,Badrinath ji  ,             Hotel samrat/similar ,Shrinagar(ac)

    Night : (1nts)                                                          Night :- (1nts)

     

    Hotel  Niraj Bhawan /similar,Rishikesh(ac)

    Nights:- (1nts)

     

     

    Transportation :  By  2*2 push back Non ac Bus 

    Inclusive of toll, parking, driver charges, fuel charges, state taxes, transfers and s/seeing as per the program .

     

    Accommodation : Twin sharing basis on above mention hotels

     

    Food : All  meal with running kitchen with tour ( gujrati ,north Indian ,south Indian )

     

    Not Included :
    ·         Govt Service Tax Extra  3.575%
    ·         Meals other than the ones mentioned in the inclusions above and as specified.
    ·         Personal expenses such as telephone calls, laundry, room service etc.
    Cost would be @- $600/- Per person On twin Sharing Basis..

     

    Departure date Ex DELHI  : 23/4 , 5/5, 17/5 , 29/5

     

    Our  FIT Package  

     

                                   Package   Per person cost
    Char Dham Yatra(Indica Cab) 04 PAX

     $650Char Dham Yatra(Indigo Cab)04 PAX

     $650Char Dham Yatra(Innova Cab)06 PAX

     INR $670Char Dham Yatra(Tempo Traveler)09 PAX

     INR $670

     Char Dham Yatra(Tempo Traveler)12 PAX

     INR $670Char Dham Yatra(Bus Tour)24 PAX

     INR $600

  • Interested in Science -Visit Madhya Pradesh

     

    Vedh Shala (Observatory)
    The observatory was constructed by Maharaja Sawai Raja Jaisingh of Jaipur in 1719 when he was inUjjainas the Governor of Malwa under the reign of king Muhammad Shah ofDelhi. Besides being a brave fighter and a politician, Raja Jaisingh was exceptionally a scholar. He studied books on Astor-mathematics available in the Persian and Arabic languages at that time. He wrote books on astronomy himself.Miraza Ulook Beg, the grandson of Temurlung and an expert on astronomy, built an observatory in Samarkund. Raja Jaisingh constructed observatories inUjjain, Jaipur,Delhi,MathuraandVaranasiinIndiaby permission of king Muhammad Shah. Raja Jaisingh set up new instruments in these observatories employing his skills. He made alterations in a number of main Astro-mathematical instruments by observing the activities of planets himself for eight years inUjjain.Thereafter the observatory remained uncared for two decades. Then as per suggestations of Siddhntavagish (Late) Shri Narayanji Vyas, Ganak Churamani and (Late) Shri G.S. Apte, the first Supreintendent of observatory, (Late) Maharaja Madhav Rao Scindia renovated the observatory and funded it for active use. Since then it has been continuously functioning.The four instruments viz. Sun-Dial, Narivalaya, Digansha and Transit instruments are made by Raja Jaisingh in the observatory. The Shanku(Gnomon) Yantra has been prepared under the direction of (Late) Shri G.S.Apte. Having arrived at the last moments of its position, the Digansh Yantra was re-constructed in 1974 and the Shanku Yantra was re-built in 1982. Marble notice boards displaying information about the instruments were prepared, both in Hindi and English in 1983.Miss Swarnmala Rawala, the then Commissioner of Ujjain Division Ujjain was at great pains to complete renovate and beautify the observatory in 2003.  In addition, ten solar power operated solar tube-lights were installed with the help of Energy Development Corporation and beautiful banks constructed along the River Shipra at the observatory site under the auspices of M.P. Laghu Udyog Nigam. An automatic telescope having 8 inches diameter to facilitate visitors see planets through it has been installed in Simhasth 2004. A new ephemeris in the shape of a balloon has been recently launched in the Institution.

     

    Shanku Yantra
    A vertical gnomon (Shanku) is fixed at the centre of the circular platform having a horizontal shape. The seven lines drawn according to the shadow of the gnomon indicate the twelve zodiac signs. Among these lines, the 22nd December makes the shortest day, the 21st March and the 23rd September make the days and nights equal, and the 22nd June makes the longest day of the year.With the help of the shadow of the gnomon the angle of elevation and zenith distance of the sun can determined. The Altitude of Ujjain is determined by the mid-day shadow of Shanku Ynatra when the days and nights have equal length.

     

    Nadi Valay Yantra
    This instrument made in the plane of the celestial equator has two – the north and the south parts. When the Sun is in the northern hemisphere for six months, the northern hemisphere disc is illuminated. But when the sun is in the southern hemisphere for the remaining six months, the southern disc is illuminated. The exact time ofUjjainis known by the shadow of the nails fixed parallel to the Earth’s axis in between these two parts.This instrument is used to ascertain whether a celestial body is in the northern or the southern half. Observe a desired planet straight from a suitable point on the round edge of the northern part. If it is visible, then deem it to be in the northern hemisphere, otherwise it is in the southern one, likewise, information could be had from the southern part.

     

    Sun Dial

    The upper planes of the two walls on the sides of the steps in the middle of this instrument are parallel to the axis of the earth. In the direction of the planes the pole star is visible. To the East and the West of the wall the quarter of a circle is formed in the plane of the Celestial equator on which hours, minutes and a third part of a minute are engaged.

    When the Sun shines in the sky, the shadow of the edge of the wall falls on some mark indicating local time of  Ujjain be calculating the hour and minutes. By adding minutes to this clear time table given on the east and the west side of the instrument one knows the Indian Standard Time.

    This Instrument is mainly used to find out the declination of any celestial body from the celestial equator towards the north or the south. First find out the particular point on the edge of the quadrant from where the center of the celestial body could be observed to coincide with the edge of the wall. The reading at this point of the wall gives the declination.

     

    Samrat Yantra
    This instrument is mainly used to find out the declinational andcelestial ofit.Its distance form the celestial equator toward north to south.First find out the particular point on the edge of the quadrant from where the center of the celestial body could be observed to coincide with the edge of the wall .The reading at this point of the wall sides declination.

     

    Diganash Yantra
    This instrument is used to fix out the Altitude (distance from the horizon) and the Azimuth (angular distance from the east or the west point measured along the horizon) of any celestial body. For this purpose a sextant type device called Turiya Yantra is fitted on the pole at the centre of the circular platform. Arrange the position of Turiya Yantra in such a way that the two holes of the Yantra are in line joining the celestial body so that it may be visible through both the holes. The Pointer of the Turiya Yantra moving along the round graduated disc at top of the pole gives Azimuth. The suspending thread of the Yantra gives the Altitude on the graduated seal of the quadrant.

     

    Bhitti (TRANSIT) Yantra

     

    This instrument built in the plane of the meridian circle ( i.e. the circle joining the south-north and the zenith point) is used for observing the zenith distance of any celestial body ( Corresponding to its mid-day)There are two nails at the top of the instrument fixed with string in the center of graduated quadrants. When the object is in the south of the prime vertical (the circle joining the east the west and the zenith point) the southern nail is to use. The northern nail is used likewise if the object is found in the north.At the time of the transit of the celestial body, the observer has to keep his eye on the string and move it forward or backward to determine the particular position of the string at which the center of the heavenly body could be seen, through the point of the intersection of the nail and the wall.The reading of the quadrant at this position gives the zenith distance.
    Ephemeris (Panchang)
    The observatory has been bringing out Ephemeris (Panchang) every year since 1942. The Ephemeris (Panchang) published from 1942 to 2003 are available at the office for sale.

  • Visit Mysore

    Visit Mysore

    In the past Mysore was a part of the empire of the Wodeyar rulers and was the capital city of the South Indian Empire. The Wodeyar rulers patronized art and culture in this part of Karnataka and as a result Mysore became an important center for arts and crafts.

    To plan your trip to Mysore call us today!

  • Visit Cochin

    Queen of the Arabian Sea, Kochi (Cochin) is the commercial and industrial capital of South Indian state, Kerala. It has one of the finest natural harbors in the world. It has been a port of call for ancient mariners from Arabia, China, Holland, Britain and Portugal have all left their mark on this beautiful island city.

    The cosmopolitan character of the city is reflected in the buildings and structures representing different regions of the world. A city of peninsulas and islands, today it is Kerala’s commercial hub. But it is not only the breathtaking beauty of Kochi that draws you towards it. It can also be just a careless daub of tinted light where sea and sky unite.

    Originally built by the Portuguese, Cochin has a natural harbor with lagoons and canals and fishing hamlets. With its year-round shipping facilities, it is today the busiest port. As it lies on the direct route to Australia and the Far East from Europe, it serves the vast southern hinterland of industrial areas and plantations. It is one of the few ports of the world with all the three main forms of transport-land, sea, and air, centered in the same place.

    Kerala’s prime tourist destination, it spreads across islands and promontories in a stunning location between the Arabian Sea and Backwaters. Its main sections: modern Ernakulam in the east and the old districts of Mattancherry and Fort Cochin on a peninsula in the west are linked by a complex system of ferries.

    Being situated very close to the sea, Kochi has a moderate climate. It faces quite heavy rains during June-August, due to the southwest monsoon. Winter starts from December and continues till February. In summer, the temperature here rises to a maximum of 35°C and 25°C in the winters.

    Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace)

    Built by the Portuguese in 1557, the Palace was presented to Raja Veera Kerala Varma of Kochi (Cochin). The palace was renovated in 1663 by the Dutch. On display here are beautiful Murals depicting scenes from the epics, Ramayana and Mahabharata and some of the puranic Hindu legends. The palace also houses Dutch maps of old Kochi, royal palanquins, coronation robes of former Maharajas of Kochi as well as the furniture belonging to that period.

    Bolghatty Palace

    A Scenic island near the city of Ernakulam, Bolghatty is famous for the Bolghatty Palace built by the Dutch in 1744 AD. This palace, once the residence of the British resident of Kochi (Cochin), is now a KTDC (Kerala Tourism Development Corporation) hotel.

    Chinese Fishing Nets

    Strung out along the tip of Fort Cochin, the fixed and cantilevered Chinese Fishing Nets are the icon of Cochin sea trade. The fishing nets like these are not found anywhere else in India. Some traders brought these huge cantilevered fishing nets here from the court of Kublai Khan.

    Santa Cruz Basilica

    This huge and impressive monumental Catholic Church dates back to 1558. It has beautiful paintings on the ceiling and striking pastel colored interior.

    St. Francis Church

    Built in 1503 by Portuguese Francisan Friars, this Church is known to be the oldest European church in India. It was restored in 1779 by the protestant Dutch, converted to an Anglican Church by the British in 1795. It is presently under the church of South India. Vasco da Gama’s remains were buried here in 1524 and later moved to Lisbon, Portugal but his tombstone is still here.

    Cherai Beach

    This lovely beach bordering Vypeen Island is ideal for swimming. Dolphins are occasionally seen here. There are a couple of simple cafes and guesthouses too. A typical Kerala village with paddy fields and coconut groves nearby is an added attraction of this beach.

    Hill Palace Museum, Thripunithra

    Ten kms away from Kochi, Hill Palace, is the official residence of the Kochi royal family. It was built in 1865 AD. The palace complex consists of 49 buildings built in the traditional architectural style of Kerala. Surrounded by 52 acres of terraced land, the Palace also encompasses a Deer Park and horse riding facilities. A full-fledged ethno-archaeological museum and Kerala’s first heritage museum are the main attractions. Displayed inside the thirteen galleries are oil paintings, 19th century paintings, Murals, sculpture in stone and plaster of paris, manuscripts, inscriptions and coins belonging to the Kochi royal family.

    For trips to Cochin and tickets to Cochin contact us

  • Tours to Bangalore

    Bangalore in Karnataka, India came into existence in the 16th century when a local ruler built a mud fort to mark his territory. Bangalore gained prominence sometime in the 18th century and gradually became an important center of education and commerce. Today Bangalore is the capital city of the South Indian state of Karnataka and also happens to be an important IT hub of India.

    While on tours to  Bangalore city you must ensure that your tour package includes tours to a number of important tourist attractions in the area such as the Cubbon Park, Visvesvaraya Technological and Industrial Museum, Tipu Sultan’s Fort, Venkataramanaswamy temple and the Someshwara temple.

    While on tours to Bangalore in Karnataka, India you can stay at the popular premium and bargain hotels according to your tour budget. These hotels offer excellent and gracious service so that your stay at this metropolitan city is an enjoyable one.

    Bangalore in Karnataka, India is very well connected. The Bangalore airport is located at a distance of 13 kilometers from the City station.

    Contact us to help you plan your tour

  • Visit Kanya kumari

    Visit Kanya kumari

    KanyaKumari – Kerla

    India, the sub-continental country is known for its richness in culture and tradition. The Land that is located in the tip of the country, where the three seas get united is none other than cape comerin or Kanyakumari.

    DETAILS ABOUT KANYAKUMARI

    The name of this place has been christened after the virgin goddess – Kanyakumari Amman. Mythological stories depict that Goddess parvati under the disguise of Devi Kanniya did a penance in one of the rocks in this area to reach the hand of Lord Shiva. This place is also a popular pilgrimage. The tourists who visit this southern most tip of India would certainly enjoy the exuberant scenes of the sunsets, the sunrises especially on full moon days. The nature of the sand in the beaches of Kanyakumari is unique as it is multicolored.

    Tourist, round the year are lured by the serene beauty of this place and the spectacles of sunrise and sunset. Though sunrise can be viewed throughout the year, sunset is visible only from October 15 to March 15 from this southernmost tip. But one can view both sunrise and sunset throughout the year from atop a hill called Murugan Kundram which offers a panoramic view of Kanyakumari. The sunset and moonrise can be seen almost simultaneously on full moon days from the same spot. It is a unique spectacle.

    Amidst the sea there are two rocks known as ‘twin rocks’ both contributing to the rich Indian heritage with the monuments of swamy Vivekananda and Saint Thiruvalluvar.

    Kanyakumari and its surroundings are believed to be part of the land which was created by Parasurama, incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Folktales and mythological stories speak volumes about Kanyamymari.

    Contact us to book your tour today

    For 5 night and 6 days (September month)

    Itinerary

    • Day 1: Arrival in Madurai | 120 Kms (4 hours approx)
    • Day 2: Madurai – Rameshwaram | Sightseeing tour
    • Day 3: Rameshwaram – Kanyakumari
    • Day 4: Kanyakumari – Kovalam (via Trivandrum)
    • Day 5: Kovalam

    3 star hotel

    Total price : USD 260.00 per person on twin sharing basis.

     

    By Gowthampavithra (Own work) [CC BY-SA 3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)], via Wikimedia Commons

    File:Kanyakumari SUNSET.jpg

     

     

     

  • Yoga and meditation tours to India

    Yoga and Meditation Tour by MercuryTrip
    Call 4084328747 to book today

    Duration : 7 Days / 6 Nights
    Destinations : Delhi – Haridwar – Rishikesh – Shivpuri – Delhi

    Detailed Itinerary
    Day 01 : Arrival Delhi
    Garlanding on arrival. Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to Hotel.
    Afternoon city tour of Old and New Delhi covering Laxmi Narayan Temple-The Place of Gods, India Gate – The memorial of martyrs, Parliament House-The Government headquarters. In the afternoon take a city tour of Old Delhi covering Jama Masjid-The largest mosque in Asia, Red Fort-The red stone magic, Gandhi memorial-The memoir of father of the nation. Overnight at hotel.

    Day 02 : Delhi -Haridwar –Rishikesh
    In time transfer to railway station to board Shatabdi Express to Haridwar. On arrival proceed straight to Rishikesh by surface. On arrival transfer to hotel.
    Afternoon tour visiting Ashrams and also witness the Aarti at River Ganges.
    Evening Yoga & Meditation class with briefing of day routine.

    Day 03 to Day 05 : Rishikesh
    05.30 A.M. to 06.30 A.M. Meditation classes
    07.00 A.M. to 08.00 A.M. Yoga class
    08.15 A.M. Breakfast
    12.00 Noon. Lunch
    15.00 A.M. to 15.45 A.M. Lecture
    16.00 P.M. Tea
    16.30 P.M. to 19.00 P.M. Yoga & Meditation Classes
    19.30 P.M. Dinner

    Day 06 : Rishikesh – Haridwar – Delhi
    Early morning wake up for a Yoga class followed by relaxation of body & mind, team spirit development etc. Free time for own activities.
    In time transfer to railway station to board train for Delhi. On arrival check in into hotel. Overnight at hotel.

    Day 07 : Delhi – Departure
    In time transfer to International Airport to board flight for your onward destination.

    Yoga and Meditation with Camping and Trekking Tour
    Duration : 8 Days / 7 Nights
    Destinations : Delhi – Haridwar – Rishikesh – Shivpuri – Delhi

    Detailed Itinerary
    Day 01 : Arrival Delhi
    Garlanding on arrival. Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to Hotel.
    Afternoon city tour of Old and New Delhi covering Laxmi Narayan Temple – The Place of Gods, India Gate – The memorial of martyrs, Parliament House – The Government headquarters. In the afternoon take a city tour of Old Delhi covering Jama Masjid – The largest mosque in Asia, Red Fort – The red stone magic, Gandhi memorial – The memoir of father of the nation. Overnight at hotel.

    Day 02 : Delhi – Haridwar – Rishikesh
    In time transfer to railway station to board Shatabdi Express to Haridwar. On arrival proceed straight to Rishikesh by surface. On arrival transfer to hotel.
    Afternoon tour visiting Ashrams and also witness the Aarti at River Ganges.
    Evening Yoga & Meditation class with briefing of day routine.

    Day 03 to Day 05 : Rishikesh
    05.30 A.M. to 06.30 A.M. Meditation classes
    07.00 A.M. to 08.00 A.M. Yoga class
    08.15 A.M. Breakfast
    12.00 Noon. Lunch
    15.00 A.M. to 15.45 A.M. Lecture
    16.00 P.M. Tea
    16.30 P.M. to 19.00 P.M. Yoga & Meditation Classes
    19.30 P.M. Dinner

    Day 06 : Rishikesh – Shivpuri
    Morning drive to Shivpuri, arrive & check in Nature camp resort. After a welcome drink & acclimatization briefing about the whole schedule. Later in afternoon jungle walk in the reserve forest around the Nature Camp Resort. Campfire followed by dinner & overnight stay.

    Day 07 : Shivpuri – Haridwar – Delhi
    Early morning wake up for a Yoga class followed by relaxation of body & mind, team spirit development etc. Lunch at nature camp resort. Free time for own activities.
    In time transfer to railway station to board train for Delhi. On arrival check in into hotel. Overnight at hotel.

    Day 08 : Delhi – Departure
    In time transfer to International Airport to board flight for your onward destination.

    Standard Package = USD 565 per person

    Deluxe Package = USD 665 per person

    Packages Includes :
    Garlanding on arrival, Hotel accommoodation, All meals in Rishikesh & Shivpuri, Sightseeing, Yoga & Meditation programme, Train fare by AC chair car, All taxes, Sovenier on departure.* T&C apply.