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| Travel and Accommodation Updated: 21 November 2016
Here you will
find useful information about travelling and staying in Delhi and India.
The Congress organizers
have set up a special partnership to help participants plan
their trip:
- Sacred Dot Tours is a travel agent which is able to assist Congress participants with hotel accommodation,
restaurant recommendations and travelling options. Sacred Dot Tours specializes in travels to and within India as well as other countries in the region.
Below you will also find information about the sort of Visa needed when travelling to India.
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Sacred Dot Tours
The organizing committee has set up a special partnership with the travel agent Sacred Dot Tours.
Below
you will find a list of offers which Sacred Dot has made available to
Congress participants. These include offers on a range of different
hotels as well as a number of shorter and longer tours for those who
wish to travel in India before or after the Congress.
To take advantage of any of Sacred Dot’s offers, please contact the travel agent directly (parul(a)sacreddot.com). Remember to clarify that this is a special negotiated price open to registered FILLM Congress participants.
Accommodation
Sacred
Dot Tours have many different types of accommodation on offer during
the Congress, ranging from Deluxe Luxury to Budget, all of which are
within vicinity of the Congress venue. (Prices are per room, per night
costs on bed, breakfast and taxes.)
Category | Hotel | Tariffs | Single | Double | Luxury | Taj Mahal New Delhi | USD 316.00 | USD 350.00* | Deluxe | The Claridges | USD 212.00 | USD 212.00 | Deluxe | Vivanta by Taj Ambassador | USD 182.00 | USD 206.00* | Budget
| Bloomrooms at Link Road | USD 82.00 | USD 90.00 |
* also includes WiFi
Sacred
Dot Tours can also arrange airport transfers. Below you can see the
price of arrival / departure transfers from airport to hotel (or vice
versa). The price is for min. 1 person and max. 3 persons and includes
parking, toll charges and all applicable taxes. Car Type | Costs per Vehicle | Toyota Innova A/C | USD 40.00 |
Tours and Excursions
Sacred
Dot can assist Congress participants in organizing their travels to and
from India and they also offer the following tours and sightseeing
options during and after the Congress:
Light & Sound Show (Red Fort Delhi)
In
the evening there is a spectacular display of history and events
related to the city of Delhi in the form of light and sound show
organized at the Red Fort (Closed on Monday). This has become a major
tourist attraction at this place as the show brings back the life to
the history surrounding the Red Fort. History is displayed at this show
right from the times of Pandavas when Indraprashtha was founded with
the mention of likes of Druapadi, Prithviraj Chuahan, Sher Shah Suri,
Razia Sultan, Humayun, Bahadur Shah Zafar and the era of British. Red
Fort Delhi Light and Sound Show has been a attraction point for the
audiences from a long time and has enthralled the people who come to
see the show with the tale of the Delhi City, rise and fall of empires
and emperors and all this melodrama combined into a streamlined show.
After the visit, dinner is arranged at a local restaurant.
Arrangements | Price per Person* | Private Tour (2 people travelling together) | USD 80.00 | Seat in a Coach (min.10 people travelling together) | USD 42.00 |
* Rates are valid for March 2017
Duration: 19.30-22.30
Price Includes:
- Air-conditioned transportation (AC Innova for 2 people or AC Mini Coach for 10 people)
- Services of an English Speaking Guide for the tour
- Entrance charges (single entry)
Price Excludes:
- Any snacks and (alcoholic / non alcoholic) drinks.
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions above.
Delhi Night Tour
Drive
through Lutyen’s Delhi where you drive past India Gate – the memorial
to the Unknown Soldier, Rashtrapati Bhawan – the Presidential Palace,
the Parliament House and other beautiful buildings built by the noted
British architect. This entire area of Delhi is lush, with parks, wide
roads and rambling beautiful houses. After visit drive to Old Delhi,
drive past the magnificent Red Fort (Closed on Monday) – a marvel in
red sandstone, built on the banks of River Yamuna by the Mughal Emperor
Shah Jahan. This fort was built on the lines of the Agra Fort and has
similar architectural marvels. From here, you walk to converse the busy
and crowded streets of ‘Chandini Chowk’. Literally translates Chandini
Chowk mean Golden Street and used to be the main royal market for the
Mughal Empire; today, this is Delhi’s largest wholesale market and
represents some of the most expensive real estate. The craziness of the
market can be easily ignored as you become an onlooker of life in this
huge bazaar. You traverse through two main streets Khari Baoli, the
largest spice market and the jewellery row of Kinari Bazaar where in
small cramped little shops significant trade of gold and silver is
carried out. After visit dinner at local restaurant.
Arrangements | Price per Person* | Private Tour (2 people travelling together) | USD 82.00 | Seat in a Coach (min.10 people travelling together) | USD 45.00 |
* Rates are valid for March 2017
Price Includes:
- Air-conditioned transportation (AC Innova for 2 people or AC Mini Coach for 10 people)
- Services of an English Speaking Guide for the tour
- Dinner at a local restaurant
Price Excludes:
- Any snacks and (alcoholic / non alcoholic) drinks.
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions above.
Old and New Delhi Tour
See
one of the most iconic cities of India through its various avatars and
ruling dynasties. See how each dynasty left its mark on the city and
how all religions have found a place here over the years. Then
understand why there are older monuments in New Delhi and from
where Old Delhi get its name.
Arrangements | Price per Person* | Private Tour (2 people travelling together) | USD 105.00 | Seat in a Coach (min.10 people travelling together) | USD 60.00 |
* Rates are valid for March 2017
Price includes:
- Same day Delhi tour by using air-conditioned Toyota Innova for 2 people and air-conditioned Mini Coach for 10 people.
- Service of English speaking local guide in Delhi.
- Entrance charges to monuments.
- Current applicable Service Tax of 4.5%.
Price excludes:
- International airfare.
- Domestic airfare.
- Expenses of a
personal nature like laundry, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages,
any major meals in hotels or during excursions, tips at hotels and
restaurants / porter charges at railway station and airports etc.
- Any services not mentioned in the above inclusions.
Same Day Excursion to Agra (Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays)
Visit
Agra, to see one of the wonder’s of the world – the Taj Mahal. Also see
the amazing Red Fort and enjoy lunch before driving back to Delhi.
Arrangements | Price per Person* | Private Tour (2 people travelling together) | USD 230.00 | Seat in a Coach (min.10 people travelling together) | USD 160.00 |
* Rates are valid for March 2017
Price includes:
- Same
day from Delhi to Agra to Delhi by using by using air-conditioned
Toyota Innova for 2 people and air-conditioned Mini Coach for 10 people.
- Buffet lunch at Hotel ITC Mughai Agra.
- Entrance charges to monuments
- Meet / assist by Sacred Dot representative in all cities
- Current applicable Service Tax of 4.5%.
Price excludes:
- International airfare.
- Domestic airfare.
- Expenses of a
personal nature like laundry, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages,
any major meals in hotels or during excursions, tips at hotels and
restaurants / porter charges at railway station and airports etc.
- Any services not mentioned in the above inclusions
Golden Triangle (3 nights / 4 days)
Visit Agra and Jaipur covering India’s most visited
cities. See the Taj Mahal in Agra and visit the forts and palaces in
the city of Kings Jaipur.
Arrangements | Price per Person* | Price based on 2 people travelling together | USD 565.00 |
* Rates are valid for March 2017
Hotel details:
Price includes:
- 3 nights' accommodation in Double / Twin Room on Bed and Breakfast basis.
- Transfer, Tours and excursion by an Air-conditioned vehicle Toyota Innova.
- Service of English speaking local guide in Agra & Jaipur.
- Entrance charges to monuments as specified in the itinerary.
- Elephant ride at Amber Fort Jaipur (Subject to availability).
- Meet / assist by Sacred Dot representative in all cities.
- Current applicable Service Tax of 4.5%.
Price excludes:
- International airfare.
- Domestic airfare.
- Expenses of a
personal nature like laundry, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages,
any major meals in hotels or during excursions, tips at hotels and
restaurants / porter charges at railway station and airports etc.
- Any services not mentioned in the above inclusions
Notes:
- Check in time is 14.00 / Check out time 12.00.
- Twin Rooms are subject to availability at check in time.
Classical India Tour (6 nights / 7 days)
This itinerary covers the golden triangle and also adds
on Khajuraho for its amazing temples and Varanasi – one of the oldest
living cities in the world.
Arrangements | Price per Person* | Price based on 2 people travelling together | USD 1090.00 | Supplement for Airfare Khajuraho – Varanasi – Delhi (Subject to change) | USD 165.00 |
* Rates are valid for March 2017
Hotel Details:
Price includes:
- 6 nights' accommodation in Double / Twin Room on Bed and Breakfast basis.
- Transfer, Tours and excursion by an Air-conditioned vehicle Toyota Innova.
- Service of English speaking local guide in Jaipur, Agra, Khajuraho & Varanasi.
- Entrance charges to monuments as specified in the itinerary.
- Elephant ride at Amber Fort Jaipur (Subject to availability).
- Train Fare from Agra to Jhansi in AC Chair Car.
- Boat Ride at River Ganges in Varanasi (Subject to water level).
- Meet / assist by Sacred Dot representative in all cities.
- Current applicable Service Tax of 4.5%.
Price excludes:
- International airfare.
- Domestic Airfare (quoted as a supplement).
- Expenses
of a personal nature like laundry, alcoholic and non-alcoholic
beverages, any major meals in hotels or during excursions, tips at
hotels and restaurants / porter charges at Railway station and airports
etc.
- Any services not mentioned in the above inclusions.
Notes:
- Check in time is 14.00 / Check out time 12.00
- Twin Rooms are subject to availability at check in time.
Amritsar Tour
Visit Amritsar to see the beautiful, serene Golden
Temple. Sightsee and spend your days in a rural setting to understand
life in a village in India. Enjoy quaint walks, cooking demonstration
and watch the boisterous closing ceremony at India’s international
border.
Arrangements | Price per Person* | Price based on 2 people travelling together | USD 330.00 |
* Rates are valid for March 2017
Hotel Details:
City | Hotel | Room Category | Nights | Amritsar | Gold Tulip | Deluxe | 2 |
Price includes:
- 2 nights' accommodation in 01 Double / Twin Room on Bed and Breakfast basis.
- Transfer, Tours and excursion by an Air-conditioned Toyota Innova.
- Service of English speaking local guide in Amritsar.
- Entrance charges to monuments as specified in the itinerary.
- Train fare from Delhi – Amritsar – Delhi in AC Chair Car.
- Meet / assist by Sacred Dot representative in all cities.
- Current applicable Service Tax of 4.5%.
Price excludes:
- International airfare.
- Domestic Airfare (quoted as a supplement).
- Expenses
of a personal nature like laundry, alcoholic and non-alcoholic
beverages, any major meals in hotels or during excursions, tips at
hotels and restaurants / porter charges at Railway station and airports
etc.
- Any services not mentioned in the above inclusions.
Notes:
- Check in time is 14.00 / Check out time 12.00
- Twin Rooms are subject to availability at check in time.
Goa Tour (3 nights / 4 days)
Visit Goa, not only for its beaches but its
beautiful life and culture. A mélange of Portuguese and Indian, Goa has
a place all its own. Spend time of the beaches, sightsee and enjoy the
fabulous food on offer.
Arrangements | Price per Person* | Price based on 2 people travelling together | USD 510.00 | Supplement for Airfare Delhi – Goa – Delhi (Subject to change) | USD 180.00 |
* Rates are valid for March 2017
Hotel Details:
Price includes:
- 3 nights' accommodation in 1 Double / Twin Room on Bed and Breakfast basis.
- Transfer, Tours and excursion by an Air-conditioned Toyota Innova.
- Service of English speaking local guide in Goa.
- Entrance charges to monuments as specified in the itinerary.
- Spice Plantation Tour with Lunch.
- Meet / assist by Sacred Dot representative in all cities.
- Current applicable Service Tax of 4.5%.
Price excludes:
- International airfare.
- Domestic Airfare (quoted as a supplement).
- Expenses
of a personal nature like laundry, alcoholic and non-alcoholic
beverages, any major meals in hotels or during excursions, tips at
hotels and restaurants / porter charges at Railway station and airports
etc.
- Any services not mentioned in the above inclusions.
Notes:
- Check in time is 14.00 / Check out time 12.00
- Twin Rooms are subject to availability at check in time.
Kerala Tour (6 nights / 7 days)
Visit God’s own Country – Kerala and enjoy a relaxing
and rejuvenating holiday here. Visit the quaint town of Kochi, the
wildlife reserve at Thekkady, cruise down the backwaters in a houseboat
and spend a couple of nights in a resort in Kumarakom.
Arrangements | Price per Person* | Price based on 2 people travelling together | USD 1245.00 | Supplement for Airfare Delhi-Kochi-Delhi (Subject to change) | USD 325.00 |
* Rates are valid for March 2017
Hotel Details:
Price includes:
- Total 6 nights' accommodation based on Double / Twin Room on Bed and breakfast basis.
- Houseboat cruise on backwaters with lunch on-board.
- All arrival / departure transfers, Sightseeing/Excursion by an air-conditioned Toyota Innova.
- English speaking local guide as per the itinerary.
- Kathakali Dance at Cochin
- Boat ride at Periyar.
- Monument Entrances as per Itinerary (Single entry)
- Meet / assist by Sacred Dot representative in Kochi.
- Current applicable Service Tax of 3.623%.
Price excludes:
- International airfare.
- Domestic airfare (quoted as a supplement).
- Expenses of personal nature like drinks, personal insurance, tips and telephone calls.
- Any meals other than those mentioned.
- Any
additional expenses due to unforeseen problems like natural disaster,
war or strikes, cancellation or misconnection of flight or last minute
change of timings etc
- Any other service, which has not been specified as "included".
Important notes:
- The
cost has been calculated on the existing taxes and any change or
modification in tax structure will oblige us to revise the same.
- Incase desired category of Hotel/s or type of room is not available then our costs will be subject to a supplement or reduction.
- Check in time in hotels is 14.00 and Check out time is 12.00.
Visa
You
will probably need a visa to visit India. For taking part in the
Congress and travelling around India, it will be sufficient for most
nationalities to get a so-called e-Tourist Visa (eTV).
For most nationalities, the process of applying for a visa is fairly simple and can be completed online.
To apply for an eTV, please visit the Government of India's webpages and follow the instructions carefully.
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