The Crown Jewels of India - Trip Extension

Be among the first to discover a remote, ancient land insulated from the modern world. On this unique extension, you’ll delve into Bhutan’s unique Buddhist culture, and experience the grandeur of its landscape.

Your Price Includes:

Roundtrip airfare between Delhi and Bhutan
5 nights accommodations: 1 night in Delhi at a the Deluxe Taj Mahal Hotel; 3 nights in Thimphu at the new Bhutan Suite Hotel; 1 night in Paro at the new Tenzinling Resort
12 meals: 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners
3 sightseeing tours and 2 Cultural Connections
Transportation by private motorcoach
All transfers & baggage handling (where permitted)
A Vantage Program Manager from Bhutan

* Prices are per person, double occupancy based on August 2009 dates. Add $300 per person for all other 2009 dates. Singles add $300 for all 2009 dates. This extension is not available on all departure dates. For 2010 dates, price is $2199 per person, based on double occupancy for April / May dates and $2299 per person for all other 2010 dates. Singles add $259 for all 2010 dates.

Please Note: Due to the special reservation policies of Bhutan’s official Druk Air, reservations can only be ensured for bookings 120 days prior to the arrival date. Any new bookings within 120 days are subject to confirmation. Passport details are requested at time of reservation. Special cancellation terms apply to this extension.

Your Trip Extension Itinerary

Day	Schedule and Accommodations
1-2	Depart Home / Overnight Flight to Delhi, India Fly U.S. to Delhi, India. Overnight in hotel Taj Palace Hotel
3	Delhi / Flight to Paro, Bhutan / Transfer to Thimphu, Bhutan Fly to Paro, Bhutan, and transfer to Thimphu. Evening cultural show with dinner. Druk Hotel (B,D)
4	Thimphu Full-day Bhutan Cultural Tour with visits to a traditional painting school, the Folk Museum, a local hospital, the Textile Museum, the Archery Ground, the Takin Preserve Zoo, and the National Library. Druk Hotel (B,L,D)
5	Thimphu / Excursion to Punakha, Bhutan Full-day excursion to Punakha, Bhutan’s spiritual capital. Excursion includes drive over Dochu La Pass with views of the Himalayas (weather permitting), and visit to zongs (Buddhist temples) in Punakha, including a scenic walk to the Divine Madman’s Temple, a visit to Wangdue Phodrang Zong, and a visit to a local market. Druk Hotel (B,L,D)
6	Thimphu / Paro, Bhutan Motorcoach to Paro. Afternoon tour of Paro, including a visit to the National Museum, the Paro Dzong, Old Town, and a local school. Also, views of the dramatic Tiger’s Nest Dzong, which clings to a cliff side. Kyich temple butter lamp offering and short prayer ceremony. Olathang Hotel (B,L,D)
7	Paro / Delhi Fly to Delhi. Join Day 2 of base tour (B)

Cochin, India (January - March)
4 Nights Post-trip from only $1199
Jump to The Kingdom of Bhutan | Jump to Cochin, India (Aug - Dec)

Historic Cochin is the gateway to a remarkable ecosystem known as the “backwaters.” Join us and you’ll explore the Alleppey backwaters by boat. Also tour historic Cochin, including a Portuguese fort, a 500-year old synagogue and India’s oldest church.

Your Vantage price includes:

4 nights accommodations: 1 night in Delhi at the Five Star Taj Mahal Palace & Tower and 3 nights in Cochin at the Taj Residency
7 meals: 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches
4 sightseeing tours and 1 Cultural Connection
Roundtrip airfare between Mumbai and Cochin
Transportation by private motorcoach and a privately chartered sightseeing cruise
All transfers & baggage handling (where permitted)
The services of a Vantage Program Manager from Cochin

* Prices are per person, double occupancy. Singles add $300 for all dates. This extension is not available on all departure dates.

Your Trip Extension Itinerary

Day	Schedule and Accommodations
1	Overnight in Mumbai, India. Taj Mahal Palace & Tower
2	Fly to Cochin. Afternoon at leisure. Evening sunset cruise. Evening at leisure. Taj Residency (B)
3	Full day “backwaters” scenic cruise. This exclusively chartered cruise includes views of rustic life in small fishing and farming communities. Evening sunset cruise. Taj Residency (B,L)
4	Full-day tour of Cochin’s Old Town, settled by Dutch, Portuguese, and Jews. Visit Mattancherry Palace, Pardesi Synagogue, Princess Street, and the Spice Market. Also see St. Francis Church and Chinese fishing nets at Cochin Harbor. Kathakali dance show this evening. Taj Residency (B,L)
5	Evening flight to Mumbai. Connect to flight to U.S. (B,L)
6	Depart Mumbai for return flight to U.S.A. (flight departs Mumbai at approximately 1 am). Arrive at JFK gateway and connect to flight home.

Cochin, India (Aug - Dec)
4 Nights Post-trip from only $1099
Jump to The Kingdom of Bhutan | Jump to Cochin, India (January - March)

4 nights accommodations: 1 night in Delhi at the Deluxe Taj Palace and 3 nights in Cochin at the Taj Residency
7 meals: 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches
4 sightseeing tours and 1 Cultural Connection
Roundtrip airfare between Delhi and Cochin
Transportation by private motorcoach and a privately chartered sightseeing cruise
All transfers & baggage handling (where permitted)
The services of a Vantage Program Manager from Cochin

*Prices are per person, double occupancy based on August and September dates. Add $100 per person for all other dates. Singles add $300 for all dates. This extension is not available on all departure dates.

Your Trip Extension Itinerary

Day	Schedule and Accommodations
1	Overnight in Delhi, India. Taj Palace Hotel
2	Cochin Fly to Cochin. Afternoon at leisure. Evening sunset cruise. Evening at leisure. Taj Residency (b)
3	Full day “backwaters” scenic cruise with views of fishing and farming communities. Taj Residency (B, L)
4	Full-day tour of Cochin’s Old Town, settled by Dutch, Portuguese, and Jews. Kathakali dance show Taj Residency (B, L)
5	Evening flight to Delhi Day at leisure. Evening flight to Delhi, transfer to international airport. Connect flight to U.S. (B,L)
6	Depart Delhi for return flight to U.S.A. (flight departs Delhi at approximately 1 a.m.). Arrive at JFK gateway and connect to flight home.

Vantage's ratings come from Travel Weekly's Hotel & Travel Index, the industry's standard.

Deluxe / Moderate Deluxe

Outstandng accommodations, offering superior service, facilities, and location.

Superior First-Class

Above average, with many special amenities, including more restaurants, shops, and often a fitness center.

First Class / Moderate First-Class

Comfortable, well-equipped standard rooms with private bath and attractive public areas and amenities.

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