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DAY 1: Arrival

Arrive into the cosmopolitan city of Dubai, at the airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel for a 5-nights stay.

DAY 2: Dubai City Tour

This morning, we depart for a Dubai City Tour. This panoramic tour takes you to see some of Dubai’s beautiful landmarks, starting with a photo-stop at the ‘Burj Al Arab’ the 7-star world tallest hotel. Driving past some of the sheikh’s palaces towards the next halt at the impressive Jumeira Mosque where you can see beautiful Islamic architecture. Following the historical tour you will travel to the heart of the city where you will drive onwards to Bastakiya, where you get a chance to take photos of wind-towered houses, built in the old days by rich merchants, and then visit Dubai’s Museum at Al Fahidi Fort where archeological artifacts and Dubai’s traditional lifestyle are preserved. After the museum tour, continue on foot through the colorful textile market. Proceed onwards for an ‘Abra’ crossing – trip on the local water taxi across the creek to the Gold and Spice Souq.. Afternoon free at leisure.

DAY 3: Sharjah/Ajman Tour

This morning, we visit the two neighboring Emirates of Ajman, and Sharjah famed for the location of the start of the Dubai Rally and Sharjah Cricket Trophy. The tour begins with a visit to the Ajman Museum. We then drive past Ajman Beach and the beautiful corniche. The tour continues onward to Sharjah, ,with a photo halt at the cultural roundabout and thereafter proceed to the Al Majarrah Souq. Next halt to visit Bait Al Naboodah, the Al Naboodah family house, been converted into the heritage museum. We continue on to Al Hisn Fort, the traditional residence of the ruling family of Sharjah. Sheikh Sultan bin Saqr Al Qassimi. Visit the nearby Souq Al Arsah (Courtyard Souq) is one of the oldest popular souqs in the UAE. We then take a tour of the fish market to see the catch of the day. Continue to Central Market, well known as the Blue souq. Opposite the Souk stands the majestic King Faisal Mosque and the Pearl Monument, symbol of the UAE Federation. Back to Dubai, afternoon free at leisure.

DAY 4: Full Day Abu Dhabi Tour

Today, we visit Emirate’s Capital city – Abu Dhabi, A well-planned modern city with several high-rise buildings, impressive palaces, beautiful corniches and architectural mosques. On your way, you will catch a glimpse of Jebel Ali (the largest man-made port in the world). After two hours of traveling past vast landscapes, we arrive at the destination where you first visit Al-Hosn Palace, the Old Fort, built in the late 19th century, making it the oldest buildings in town.  At the eastern end of the Corniche, near the port, lies Abu Dhabi's fish market and dhow wharf where Dhows (traditional Arabic wooden boats) are being built, offering an excellent view of the city skyline. Stop at a carpet market where a huge variety of fabulous carpets from all around the world are being sold at very affordable prices. Halt for lunch at a hotel restaurant before returning to Dubai. Overnight at your hotel.

DAY 5: Full day East Coast Tour

Today we enjoy an 8 hour tour momentarily takes you away from the busy streets of Dubai onto the cultural and pleasant sights of the northern emirates. Driving through a changing landscape, we go past desert scenery and past the oasis town of Dahid and onwards through a mountain terrain, where we halt at the local market offering local produce, pottery and carpets. The tour continues onwards via the town of Masafi, well known for its fresh water spring and Dibba, a local fishing harbour. Then the tour takes a scenic turn offering a stunning sight of the turquoise blue Indian Ocean. The coastal route takes us past Bidya Mosque, the oldest mosque in the UAE. Halt for lunch at a hotel restaurant. The return tour to Dubai is through the city of Fujairah with a visit of its old fort. Overnight at your hotel in Dubai.

DAY 6: Desert Safari (overnight at Desert camp)

The morning free at leisure. Late afternoon we depart for an unforgettable experience: a promise of beautiful photographic scenery and a truly rare experience waits while you watch the sunset over the horizon, depart in the afternoon in four wheel drive vehicles for a thrilling desert drive through huge golden sand dunes, deep into the heart of the desert. A photo halt at a camel farm and the fabulous view of the sun setting over the desert dunes are some of the memories you will cherish from the desert drive. Arrive at the desert camp, where a traditional Arabian welcome awaits each of you. Enjoy the true Arabian ambiance, at this typical Bedouin campsite, with traditional Arabian carpets, low tables and cushions for comfortable seating. At the desert camp, experience the camel ride, henna painting, try Arabic costumes or simply enjoy the aromatic Sheesha. Enjoy the splendid buffet dinner with a wide variety of barbecue meats, salads, main-course and deserts. The climax of the evening is the stunning performance under the star-lit sky by the exotic belly dancer. Settle down under the star-lit sky and enjoy the sights and sounds of the desert night. Overnight at desert camp.

DAY 7: Hatta Mountain Safari

Wake-up with the desert sunrise and relish the warm morning breakfast after which we begin our day we with a taste of the desert. A desert drive with dune bashing followed the adventurous mountain trail. The meandering route takes you through lush greenery surrounded by the rugged Hajar Mountains with its tempting cool blue waters in the wadis.  Stop to enjoy the peace and tranquility in the canyons. The 4wd vehicles proceed towards the Hatta Heritage Village to visit the old fort and its village. On this safari either picnic-lunch in the wadis or lunch at the Hatta Fort Hotel is organized. After the days adventure return to Dubai with precious memories to cherish. Transfer to your hotel for a 2-night stay.

DAY 8: Shopping & Dhow Cruise

Free day for shopping, at 19.30 we depart hotel for a relaxing and enjoyable evening cruise along the Dubai Creek on the traditional wooden “Dhow”. Sparkling city lights and illuminated buildings glitter in front of your eyes as the Arabian breeze clothes you with warmness. As a good blend of Arabic and International music soothes your ears, a sumptuous buffet dinner with a wide array of continental and oriental dishes, along with an excellent selection of beverages is available. Back to your hotel for overnight.

DAY 9: Departure

Transfer to airport for departure

 

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shreyas@mediatree.co.in (Super User) Asia Sat, 13 Oct 2012 09:32:22 +0000
Egypt http://www.airchanneltravels.in/packages/customized-international-packages/africa/egypt.html http://www.airchanneltravels.in/packages/customized-international-packages/africa/egypt.html Egypt

DAY 1: Arrival-Cairo

On arrival in Cairo International airport transfer to the hotel in a private car. Check in to the hotel and later in the evening you are picked up from the hotel for a Belly dancing show with dinner served on board.

DAY 2: Cairo

Breakfast at the hotel and depart for a full day in a private car with a private guide to: Dahshur, Saqqara & Memphis. After lunch visit the Solar boat museum near the Giza. Then a guided tour of the Great Pyramids and Sphnix and end the day with the sound and light show.

Sightseeing for the day

Memphis     
  • Open Air museum
Saqqara     
  • Step Pyramid  
  • Pyramid of Teti
Dahshur
  • Bent Pyramid  
  • Red Pyramid
Giza
  • Solar boat museum  
  • Guided tour of 3 great pyramids and Sphinx  
  • Entrance inside Khufu's Great Pyramid  
  • Sound & Light show in English in Giza

DAY 3: Alexandria

After an early breakfast, check out of the hotel for a full day guided tour to Alexandria. Back to Cairo in the evening and later transfer to airport for your flight to Aswan. On arrival in Aswan transfer to the hotel in a private car. OR transfer to the railway station for your overnight train to Aswan.

Sightseeing for the day

Alexandria
  • Roman amphitheatre & Catacombs  
  • Royal Park  
  • Palace of Montazah  
  • Pompy Pillar

DAY 4: Aswan - Abu Simbel

Breakfast at the hotel in Aswan and then join the convoy for a tour of Abu Simbel at 11.00 am. Back to the hotel in the late evening and overnight in the hotel in Aswan.

Sightseeing for the day

Abu Simbel
  • Great temple of Ramses II  
  • Temple of Hathor

DAY 5: Aswan - Nile Cruise

In the morning depart for a sightseeing tour of Aswan. Check out of the hotel and transfer to the 5 star Deluxe Nile cruise and later after lunch take a felucca ride. Overnight in the cruise.

Sightseeing for the day

Aswan
  • Nubia museum  
  • Unfinished Obelix  
  • Aswan High dam  
  • Philae temple - Sound & Light show in English

 

DAY 6: Nile Cruise - Kom Omdo & Edfu

Early morning the cruise sails to Kom Omdo and then sails to Edfu. In the late afternoon cross the Esna lock and over to Luxor. Overnight in the cruise.

Sightseeing for the day

Kom Omdo
  • Temple of Kom Omdo
Edfu
  • Temple of Horus

 

DAY 7: Nile Cruise - Luxor

Transfer from the cruise after breakfast for a private guided tour of the West Bank of Luxor. Back to the cruise after lunch and then again depart to West Bank and back to the cruise in the evening.

Sightseeing for the day

Luxor- West Bank
  • Colossi of Memnon  
  • Valley of Kings  
  • Valley of Queens  
  • Tomb of Nobles  
  • Temple of the Queen Hatsheput  
  • Temple at Medinet Habu

 

DAY 8: Luxor - Cairo

After breakfast you need to disembark from the cruise around 11.00 am then take a tour of the East Bank of Luxor and then later transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairo. On arrival in Cairo transfer to the hotel in a private car OR transfer to the railway station for your over night train to Cairo.

Sightseeing for the day

Luxor- East Bank
  • Karnak temple  
  • Luxor temple  
  • Luxor mummification museum

DAY 9: Cairo

Leisurely breakfast at the hotel and then transfer from the hotel for a full day guided tour of Cairo. Back to the hotel in the night after dinner.

Sightseeing for the day

Cairo
  • 31) Egyptian museum  
  • 32) Entrance inside the mummies section of the Egyptian museum  
  • 33) Citadel  
  • 34) Khan El Khalili market

 

DAY 10: Cairo-Departure

Check out of the hotel after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your flight back home. Enroute guided tour of the Coptic museum.

Sightseeing for the day

Cairo
  • Coptic museum
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shreyas@mediatree.co.in (Super User) Africa Sat, 13 Oct 2012 08:36:34 +0000
Hong Kong http://www.airchanneltravels.in/packages/customized-international-packages/asia/hong-kong.html http://www.airchanneltravels.in/packages/customized-international-packages/asia/hong-kong.html Hong Kong

Day1:

Upon your arrival at Hong Kong, a vibrant metropolis, our local guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free at your own leisure.

Day2:

Today, you will explore Hong Kong's unique blend of Chinese heritage and colonial influences. Your tour will include Victoria Peak, the floating community of Aberdeen and Repulse Bay of Hong Kong Island, and the Wong Tai Sin Temple, the Bird Market and the Jade Market in Kowloon.

Day3:

You will enjoy free time today to explore this dynamic metropolis all by yourself. You may do some shopping in this shopping paradise if you feel like.

Day4:

Free in the day until our local guide escorts you to the airport for your flight to your next destination.

 

 

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shreyas@mediatree.co.in (Super User) Asia Fri, 26 Oct 2012 10:07:14 +0000
Malaysia http://www.airchanneltravels.in/packages/customized-international-packages/asia/malaysia.html http://www.airchanneltravels.in/packages/customized-international-packages/asia/malaysia.html Malaysia

Day  1: KUALA LUMPUR – BATU CAVES – CAMERON HIGHLANDS

Pick up at your hotel in Kuala Lumpur. We depart to the countryside and make a short stop at the Selangor Pewter factory, then proceed to visit the Batu Caves, a huge limestone outcrop that houses some very ornate Hindu temples. Batu Cave are popular places of worship for the Hindus and each year during their auspicious celebration of Thaipusam hundreds of thousands of Hindu will throng the temple. After which we proceed to Cameron Highlands, which is 1542 meters above sea level. We will proceed north to the Hill Resort of Cameron Highlands, making another enroute stop to visit a cottage industry making bamboo baskets and the Lata Iskandar Waterfall. Upon arrival at the Cameron Highlands, check in at the hotel. Rest of the afternoon and evening is free at your own leisure. Overnight at hotel.

Day  2: CAMERON HIGHLANDS – PENANG

Breakfast at hotel. After which, proceed for a tour of Cameron Highlands visiting a tea plantation, tea factory, a vegetable farm and the market square. Following which, you will continue the journey and drive towards Penang, Enroute visits along the way include the Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple in Ipoh, the Ubudiah Mosque, Iskandariah Palace and Istana Kenangan Museum. Cross over to Penang, using the third longest bridge in the world arriving in the evening. Overnight at hotel.

Day 3:PENANG

Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for a half day "Around Penang" tour with visits to a batik factory, a nutmeg and clove stall, the Snake Temple and Wat Chayamangalaram Temple. The rest of the day is free at your own leisure. Overnight at hotel.

Day 4: PENANG – KOTA BHARU

Breakfast at hotel. After which, drive towards Kota Bharu using the East-West Highway. This offers breathtaking views of the tropical rainforest. If you are lucky you may have to stop for elephants crossing the road. You should arrive in Kota Bharu in the evening. Overnight at hotel.

Day 5: KOTA BHARU - TERENGGANU

Breakfast at hotel. In the morning have a short orientation tour through Kota Bharu. Visit the colourful wet market (close on Friday). You will noticed that most of the traders are women, which is a very unique culture of Kelantan State. You can find a variety of local items like batik clothes, cloth of exotic patterns, fruits, vegetables etc. The city is also famous for its silverware and trinkets, kite making, top spinning and songket weaving. See how brown sugar is tap and process. This town also offers a wide variety of local sweet cakes and delicacies, unique in this part of the country. Continue journey to Terengganu. Overnight at hotel.

Day 6: TEREGGANU – KUANTAN/CHERATING

Breakfast at hotel. Today tour continues to Pulau Duyung Besar, the largest island in the estuary. Fishing boats are built here using age old techniques and tools. Drive along Chinatown and visit the colourful Central Market, Princess Hill (Bukit Puteri) with a good view of the city, Maziah Palace and State Mosque. Enroute visit Cherating. Stops at local villages to observe the traditional way of living. In the afternoon, visit the Cherating village where you will see Pandan leaves being weaved into bags, mats and crafts and see the antiques of trained monkey plucking coconuts. Free at own leisure in Cherating. Overnight at hotel.

Day 7: KUANTAN/CHERATING – KUALA LUMPUR

Breakfast at hotel. Drive from Kuantan back to Kuala Lumpur. End of services at Kuala Lumpur city.

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shreyas@mediatree.co.in (Super User) Asia Sat, 13 Oct 2012 10:16:06 +0000
Singapore http://www.airchanneltravels.in/packages/customized-international-packages/asia/singapore.html http://www.airchanneltravels.in/packages/customized-international-packages/asia/singapore.html Singapore

Day 1: Arrival in Singapore

Upon arrival at one of the best Airport in the world, Singapore Changi international Airport, you will be welcomed by our friendly representative will be at the airport and then transfer to the hotel After you have checked in with the hotel, we will proceed for a welcome dinner and explore the vibrant Chinatown in style (trishaw ride tour).

Day 2: Morning City Tour

After breakfast, we will proceed for a morning tour city tour. Our tour begins with the visit to the Raffles Landing Sites, the place where Sir Stamford Raffles first landed here in the year 1819. Then take a leisure walk through the underpass of the Cavenagh Bridge to the Elizabeth Walk towards the renowned Landmark of Singapore, the Merlion Park. The statue with the head of a Lion and body of Mermaid standing tall at the mouth of the Singapore River with the background of the Esplanade, which nickname “the durian”, will be an ideal place to capture your memories with your camera. Next, ride on one of the world’s largest Giant Observation Wheel, the Singapore Flyer.

After lunch, you will have the option of where you would like to be dropped off after the morning tour.

We will send you back to the hotel.

Drop off at the famous shopping belt of Singapore, Orchard Road.

Day 3: Afternoon Tour: Choice of Sentosa Island Tour Or a Asian Heritage and Cultural Tour

After lunch (own expenses), we will pick you up at the hotel lobby. Today there will be 2 options for you to choose from:

1          We will meet you at the hotel lobby at 1300Hours after you have taken your lunch (own expenses). The aim today is to fill the rest of the day with excitement at Sentosa Island, the city’s favourite resort getaway. We will take a tour at the Images of Singapore. This award-winning attraction brings Singapore's past to vivid life using multimedia displays, multi-screen theatre presentations and life-sized tableaus depicting local history.

Next up is the well-known oceanarium showcasing some 2500 marine life from 250 species from around the regions and is extremely popular with all our visitors for providing fun, leisure and educational experiences at the Underwater World. We shall head for Dinner before we enjoy the spectacular Musical Fountain Show, Songs of the Sea.

2          After assembling at the hotel lobby, we will head to Little India, the spicy town of Singapore. You will be able to find a mix of spice stores, Indian themed restaurants, art galleries, Sari shops and blaring Bollywood record shops. After the walk, we will head towards Asian Civilizations Museum.

Day 4: Full Day- Choice of Resort World Universal Studio Or

Jurong Bird Park and Night Safari

After Breakfast, we will pick you up at the hotel lobby. Today there will be 2 options for you to choose from.

Spend your day at the Resort World Universal Studio with a full day pass included.

We will spend our day at the world’s largest bird park, Jurong Bird Park and then spend our evening at the world’s first dedicated night zoo, Night Safari.

Day 5: Departure from Singapore

Check out of hotel, free at own leisure until pick up time to Changi International Airport for your flight back home.

End of Service.

 

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shreyas@mediatree.co.in (Super User) Asia Sat, 13 Oct 2012 10:49:56 +0000
Thailand http://www.airchanneltravels.in/packages/customized-international-packages/asia/thailand.html http://www.airchanneltravels.in/packages/customized-international-packages/asia/thailand.html Thailand

DAY 1: Arrive Bangkok

Your travel experience starts the minute you disembark when our representative will breeze you through immigration and customs, before accompanying you to an oasis in Bangkok.

Upon arrival pamper yourself in the flower bath that has been drawn for you while enjoying light afternoon snacks. Afterwards explore the many facilities the hotel has to offer or simply relax in the comfort of your room. This evening is free at your leisure.

DAY 2: Bangkok

This morning you will be transferred to a traditional Thai house to learn about the spiritual origins of Thailand’s art and culture. You will learn about the movements and gestures of Thai dance, how to sit, walk and wai (pay respect by raising the hands with palms together), make traditional flower offerings by folding banana leaves, draw classical patterns using gold leaf and cook classic cuisine.

For dinner tonight, enjoy a sampling of local cuisines at a local restaurant. After dinner, go backstage to meet some of the main performers in the Siam Niramit Show. This must see spectacular is performed on the gigantic stage now listed in the Guinness World Records, featuring over 150 performers with as many as 500 costumes. On top of this, enhanced special effects with the world's most advanced technology are used to produce a stimulating and inspiring experience. This is a journey to the enchanted kingdom of Thailand that no visitor should miss.

DAY 3: Bangkok

This morning experience an important part of Thai culture by offering food to the monks at a local temple. Afterwards cruise along Chao Phraya River and canals where you will see family homes and temples dotted along the waterways which inspired Bangkok's reference as the "Venice of the East".

Your exciting journey continues once you disembark at the public pier, here you will take a short ride on a tuk tuk (a motorised tricycle, one of the symbols of Bangkok) to visitthe Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha Temple. Perhaps the greatest spectacle for any visitor to Bangkok, it consists of over 100 brightly coloured buildings, golden spires and glittering mosaics, and dates back to 1782, when Bangkok was founded. Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha) itself, is Thailand's most important and sacred temple.

After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the Arts of the Kingdom Exhibition at the Ananda Samakhom Throne Hall (closed on Mondays). The Arts of the Kingdom is an exhibition of exquisite but rarely seen traditional Thai crafts created by artists under The Foundation for the Promotion of Supplementary Occupations and Related Techniques under the Royal Patronage of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit of Thailand.

This evening you will be alfresco dining by the river at Sirocco, what a great way to bid goodbye to Bangkok, the city of angels.

DAY 4: Bangkok - Chiang Mai

This morning fly from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. Upon arrival in Chiang Mai a representative will be there to accompany you to your hotel.

After lunch at Doi Kham, visit Waroros Market to get your first taste of the northern Thai way of life. From the market continue along Tapae Road down through the city walls and to Rajdamnern Road to Wat Phra Singh which houses a very old and sacred Buddha image. Drive from Wat Phra Singh to Wat Phrathad Doi Suthep. Set 3,500 feet above sea level, it is the most important temple in Chiang Mai.

DAY 5: Chiang Mai

After breakfast, start your day by visiting the local market to pick up your ingredients for your cooking lesson at the hotel.

This evening dine along the scenic river of Mae Ping. Mae Ping River has a long history over 700 years. The river is considered the lifeline of Chiang Mai Province and was once used for the transport of timbers from pier to pier.

After dinner, explore Chiang Mai's bustling outdoor night market.

DAY 6: Chiang Mai

This morning is at your leisure.

In the afternoon, visit an elephant camp where you will be taken through a private mahout training course to learn the basic commands required to guide an elephant through its daily tasks. Here you will also discover the artistic side of these gentle giants, with the opportunity to paint together and take home the painting that you created with an elephant.

In the evening return to the comfort of your hotel and pamper yourself with a two hour spa package.

DAY 7: Chiang Mai - Koh Samui

Free at leisure until your transfer to Chiang Mai airport for your flight to Koh Samui.

Upon arrival in Koh Samui our representative will be there to escort you to your hotel.

Nestled amid coconut palms overlooking its very own beach, Four Seasons is a tranquil haven where relaxation and regeneration come naturally.

DAY 8: Koh Samui

Today is at leisure, to enjoy the sun, sand and sea that Koh Samui has to offer.

DAY 9: Koh Samui

Today is at leisure, to enjoy the sun, sand and sea that Koh Samui has to offer.

DAY 10: Koh Samui - Depart Bangkok

After breakfast transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangkok. A representative will assist you with any transit needs for your flight home.

 

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shreyas@mediatree.co.in (Super User) Asia Sat, 13 Oct 2012 11:08:48 +0000