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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
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Tour Programme for 2008-09
Narrow Gauge Express - 16 November - 2 December 2008
A great opportunity to experience India’s narrow gauge railways. Enjoy a city tour of bustling Bombay - a steam hauled charter train to the interesting hill station of Matheran - a chartered tram ride and river boat cruise in Calcutta - ride on the beautiful Nilgiri Rack Railway to Ooty - a two day steam hauled charter train on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway plus steam-hauled dining train up through the forest at dusk. To complete your visit why not take the optional add-on of a visit to the lovely Raj hill station of Shimla.
Royal Photographic Society Tour of India - 9 - 25 January 2009
Three DHR charters, time in Darjeeling, Jaipur, (Amber Palace, Observatory) - Agran and the Taj Mahal - Jaldapara wildlife reserve - chartered tram and river cruise in Calcutta.
South India Express - 22 February - 10 March 2009
Join us for a cruise on the world-famous Kerala backwaters - enjoy a steam charter on the fascinating Nilgiri line to Ooty - explore the stunning Madurai temples - see the amazing Mysore palace sparkling at night - visit Mamallapuram’s famous shore temple – experience vibrant Mumbai (Bombay) and a steam hauled charter behind a “B” class loco on the Matheran line.
Darjeeling at Leisure - 10-25 February 2009
A bargain price for a tour to Darjeeling with guaranteed steam! A magnificent two day steam hauled charter plus dining train on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway - visit Kalimpong, the gateway to Sikkim - plus time to soak up the atmosphere in the Darjeeling area - Jaldapara Wildlife Reserve, visit Sikkim: choose from many options! In Calcutta, enjoy our chartered tram ride through the busy streets.
Indian Magic - 11-27 March 2009
A great tour for anyone visiting India for the first time. Enjoy a chartered tram ride and river boat cruise in Calcutta - two day steam hauled charter train on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway -
steam-hauled dining train - visit the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra - see the fabulous Amber Palace in the “pink city” of Jaipur – enjoy a city tour of Delhi and the National Railway Museum. Plenty for partners to enjoy on this tour. PLUS! Why not take our optional add-on – visit the lovely Raj hill station of Shimla.
NEW - Colorado with the Railway Magazine!
Union Pacific and BNSF trains, Durango-Silverton - Cumbres and Toltec - Union Pacific Steam Centre - plus all the other Colorado attractions. A chance to enjoy this part of America at its best in all its autumn glory
Textile Tour of India with Sewing World Magazine 29 January - 14 February 2009
A fabulous tour for anyone interested in India’s amazing textiles, fabrics and crafts. As well as the famous sights of India (Taj Mahal, Red Fort and Amber Palace) we visit local artisans, have demonstrations of cooking, sari tieing and even turban tieing!
Best of India with Heritage Railway
A great tor for anyone interested in heritage steam - be it railways or steam rollers, with visits to Bombay, Calcutta, Darjeeling, Delhi and Agra. Included are several interesting museum visits, famous sights such as the Taj Mahal, opportunities to visit further narrow gauge lines and three steam charters on the DHR.
The Darjeeling Dash - departures on Tuesdays
Short of time, but still want to see Darjeeling? This nine-day short break is ideal for those who have very limited time but want to enjoy all that Darjeeling has to offer. This is an unaccompanied tour which uses our experienced local guides in the area.
PLEASE NOTE: Dates are indicative at this stage and may change once flights are confirmed. Please contact us for the latest information.
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