Wonderful  Goa

WELCOME TO INDIA - One Nation, countless destinations. A land of rich heritage that's ancient. The mystique of India, its history of 5000 years, philosophy, religions, fabulous historical monuments all add to its bewildering diversity to create a unique and colorful mosaic. This is the wonder that is India, come, enjoy and experience it. 


Highlights:

Mumbai : Visit to Prince of Wales Museum, Gateway of India and Victoria Terminus

Goa : Visit to Churches and beaches.


DAY 1    Arrive  Mumbai  by International Flight.
Reception upon arrival at the International airport and transfer to HOTEL

Mumbai : India's western gateway is Mumbai ,the capital of Maharashtra. The island of Mumbai defines itself straight from the dictionary -vibrant, vivid and electrifying. The city's rise from the dowry of a Portuguese queen (when Catherine of Braganza married England's Charles II in 1661) to the country's foremost sea port, commercial center and home to the worlds largest film industry, has been nothing short of meteoric. Mumbai, the economic powerhouse of India.

OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL.


DAY 2 MUMBAI
Breakfast at the hotel.

Morning excursion to Elephanta Island (Closed on Mondays):  Just 10 kms north east of Apollo Bundur, Mumbai's major tourist attraction famous for its four rock cut temples. These temples were cut out between 450 and 750 A.D. and at that time the island was known as Gharapuri, the Fortress city. This was renamed "Elephanta"  by the Portuguese. The most renowned of the caves' sculptures is a Trimurthi, a 3 headed, 20 ft tall figure of Lord Shiva.

Afternoon, sightseeing tour of Mumbai. The tour begins at the "Prince of Wales Museum (closed on Mondays)", built to commemorate King George V  first visit to India in 1905. Designed in the Indo-Saracenic style, has sections of art, paintings, archeology and natural history dating back from 18th to 19^th century. "The Gateway of India" Mumbai's foremost landmark overlooking the harbor, was conceived following the visit of King George V in 1911 and officially opened in 1924. A drive up to the Malabar Hill, to the hanging gardens, gives a panoramic view of the city and the Queens Necklace - the Marine Drive. The tour concludes with a drive through the Flora Fountain and Fort area and view the Gothic and Victorian style buildings. Visit the Victoria Terminus (now known as Chatrapati Shivaji Terminus) India's finest Gothic building and a bustling Railway Station. Continue drive around the Horniman Circle and visit the Town Hall, right besides the docks.

OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL.


DAY 3 MUMBAI-GOA
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer from hotel to the airport in time for :

Leaving: Mumbai           at 1205 hours

Arriving: Goa                 at 1305 hours


Reception upon arrival at the airport and transfer to HOTEL

Goa: The most comprehensive beach resort in the country.  Inland, 451 years of Portuguese rule has imbued Goa's towns and villages with a unique culture.  Panjim, the capital city and Margao an important town, have private houses and government buildings dating back to Portuguese times.  Unforgettable Goa, a heady blend of serenity and excitement down a 100 km coastline, studded with some of the world's most beautiful beaches - Calangute, Colva, Baga, Dona Paula, Bogmalo.  Idyllic seaside stretches where you create your own kind of holiday. OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL.


DAY 4 GOA
Breakfast at the hotel.

Morning, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Goa. The tour begins from Old Goa - visit the St. Francis of Assisi Church, built in 1661, it contains gilded and carved woodwork, old murals, depicting scenes from the life of St. Francis.   The Basilica of Bom Jesus is famous throughout the Roman Catholic world. Visit the Cathedral to explore its Iberian exterior and its lavish interiors, which , enshrine the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier. Also visit the starkly beautiful Convent of Saint Monica, the construction of which began in 1594 while the church was competed in 1605. Later visit the "Se Cathedral", the largest of the Churches of Old Goa, also known for its numerous altars, built during the reign of King Dom Sabastiao (1557-78) completed by 1619.  Continue the tour visit some of the pristine beaches like the Dona Paola. Conclude your tour with a walk through the bustling life of Panjim city.

Afternoon free to relax on the beach. OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL.


DAY 5 IN GOA
Breakfast at the hotel. Day free to relax on the beach. OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL.


DAY 6 GOA-MUMBAI
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer from hotel to the airport in time for :

Leaving: Goa                      at 0810 hours        

Arriving: Mumbai                at 0910 hours


Reception upon arrival at the airport and transfer to HOTEL. OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL.


DAY 7 MUMBAI-ABROAD
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer from hotel to the airport in time for:

Leaving Mumbai by International Flight


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Prices  for Wonderful GOA - Mumbai & Goa

1. Summer (Validity - 01^st April till 30^th September 2011)

2. Winter (Validity - 01^st October 2011 till 31^st March 2012(except for Christmas/ New Year Period)

Our Rates Includes the following specific services

• - 06 Nights accommodation in above mentioned hotels or similar on twin share basis as per meal plan mentioned above.
• - Arrival/departure transfers and sightseeing tour by Air-conditioned medium sized Indian made car.
• - Services of Local English speaking guide.
• - All applicable taxes on hotel and transport.
• - All entrance fee to monuments as per the itinerary.
• - Service of our representative for assistance at the airport on arrival/departure transfer as per the program.

 Rates do not include the following services

• - Any extra meal other than that mentioned in the program.
• - Any airfare (mentioned separately)
• - Any expenses of personal nature like tips, laundry, telephone calls, table drinks etc.
• - Any camera fee during the sightseeing.
• - Any Services which is not include in offer shall be extra

Important

• - The cost has been calculated on the existing tariff/conditions and any change in the cost or modifications in the tax structures will oblige us to revise the same.
• - This e- mail / fax is a proposal of itinerary/cost and not a confirmation of booking.
• - All reservations are subject to availability of accommodation/domestic air seats /train seats.
• - Additional services, if any during the trip have to be paid by the clients.

Responsibility

All arrangements for transportation, accommodation, transfers, sightseeing's will be made by Mercury Travel as agent for the passenger upon the express condition that we shall not be held liable for any injury, damage, loss, accident or irregularity which may be caused by any company or person employed in the operation of the tour

NOTE

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