If you are looking for a life changing experience, with a more personal, hands on style of traveling where you can meet the locals, savour the cuisine and absorb the essence of the “real India” - then these fully ecsorted tours are for you!!
Come and tour india with Marilyn Manning Shah
Come and share my passion for India with it’s friendly people, magnificent sights, fascinating ancient history, wonderful photographic opportunities and much, much more.
All tours are personally guided by myself, Marilyn Manning – Shah, an Australian married to an Indian man. I enjoy sharing my experiences and love for India, with people who desire a more personal intimate style of travel. I will fully escort you in this fascinating country, without the hassles and unfamiliarity of traveling alone. We will also have the company of experienced English speaking drivers and local Indian tour guides in our own private air conditioned buses and cars. I prefer to support local businesses and communities across India, which in turn provides a rich personal experience of this amazing country.
Indian Discovery travel is suitable for single men and women, active seniors looking for adventure, and couples or friends who are interested in meeting like minded people and are open to a unique experience. The innovative itineraries are well planned and organized, with built in flexibility for you to enjoy a more relaxing holiday. We stay in clean, comfortable quality 3-4 star hotels with options to upgrade to more luxurious accommodation if you so desire. ..............Your tour will be an experience of a lifetime.
Let India work it’s magic – it will delight your senses and touch your soul..
PILGRIMAGE TOUR: DELHI - KOLKATA – GOA – CHENNAI
October 31st – November 20th, 2009
There is a strong spiritual essence to this tour with it’s beautiful old Portuguese churches and intricately carved Hindu temples set amongst the lush countryside of South India.
Highlights of this tour are:
- The Bahai Lotus Temple in Delhi
- The Taj Mahal and Bear Rescue Sanctuary in Agra
- The shrine of Mother Teresa in Kolkata
- The incorrupt body of St Fancis Xavier in Old Goa
- The tomb of St Thomas the Apostle in Chennai
- The “Lourdes of India” in Vailankanni
- The Meenakashi Temple in Madurai
AYURVEDIC TOUR: COCHIN – VARKALA – MYSORE – DELHI
January 3rd – January 17th, 2010
This tour will be very indulgent with lots of Ayurvedic massages, delicious Keralan cuisine, relaxing beachfront dining and luxurious accommodation in beautiful settings.
Highlights of this tour are:
- Ayurvedic massage and treatments in Kerala
- Overnight Keralan backwater cruise in Appelley
- Nagarhole Wildlife Sanctuary near Mysore
- Evening Illuminations of the Maharajas Palace in Mysore
- Dinner at the Lalitha Mahal Palace Hotel in Mysore
- The 11th century temples at Belur and Halebid
- The Taj Mahal and Agra Fort in Agra
HISTORICAL TOUR: MUMBAI – RAJASTHAN – AGRA – DELHI
January 30th – February 13th, 2010
Stunning forts and beautiful palaces steeped in history set against desert backdrops. Magical Rajasthan rich in colour and culture - perfect for photographers and a shoppers heaven
Highlights of this tour are:
- Davari Slum Tour – setting for the film “Slumdog Millionaire“ in Mumbai
- City Palace and Lake Palace set on Lake Piccola in Udaipur
- Magnificent all marble Jain Temple in Ranakpur
- Stay in a luxury desert Camel Camp in Osian
- Stunning Mehrangard Fort in Jodphur
- Chill out in the oasis town of Pushkar
- The Taj Mahal and Bear Rescue Sanctuary in Agra
YOGA TOUR: DELHI – VARANASI – RISHIKESH – DHARAMSALA - DELHI
February 22nd – March 7th, 2010
India – the home of Yoga - so experience a veritable feast of Yoga in exotic locations. Stay at a Hindu ashram and see the pilgrims bathing in the River Ganges. Absorb the Tibetan culture in the pine clad mountains.
Highlights of this tour are:
- The Taj Mahal and Baby Taj in Agra
- The “ghost city” and mosque at Fatehpur Sikri
- Dawn boat trip and Aarti, evening lights ceremony in Varanasi
- Annual International Yoga Festival in Rishikesh
- Whitewater Rafting on the Ganges at Rishikesh
- Overnight sleeper train trip
- Visit the Dalai Lama Centre in Mc Leod Ganj
7 DAY MINI TOURS
ORCHHA – KHAJURAHO - VARANASI– DELHI
MUMBAI – GOA – MUMBAI
DELHI – CORBETT – RISHIKESH – SHIMLA – DELHI