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INCREDIBLE INDIA!

S O U T H A S I A B U S I N E S S A S S O C I A T I O NS O U T H A S I A B U S I N E S S A S S O C I A T I O N

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AGENDA

• Facts about IndiaFacts about India

• Why the India Trek?

• Calendar Summary

• Detailed Itinerary & Key Attractionsy y

• Administrative

• Questions?

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DID YOU KNOW?

• There are 17 major languages and 844 dialects spoken in India• There are 17 major languages and 844 dialects spoken in India

• India is the 6th largest country in the World, the largest democracy and one of the

World’s oldest civilizations

• The Taj Mahal appears pink in the morning, white in the day and changes its color to

golden in the moon light

• India invented the number system and Aryabhatta was the scientist who invented the

digit zero

• Goa was a Portuguese colony till 1961 14 years after India got it’s independenceGoa was a Portuguese colony till 1961, 14 years after India got it s independence

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WHY INDIA?

• Unique Blend of Cultures• Unique Blend of Cultures

Each city you visit speaks a different language, possesses a depth of history and

boasts a distinct social identity (and spice palate!)

• Rich History & Magnificent Architecture• Rich History & Magnificent Architecture

From the ancient Hindu Kingdoms, through the Mughal Dynasty and on to the

British Empire, India’s cities bear testament to her varied history, and are

littered with great examples of different architectural styles.

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WHY INDIA?

• Natural Beauty• Natural Beauty

Mountains, rivers, lakes, forests, deserts, you name it. And….

Some of the best beaches in our part of the world in Goa

• Music and Dance

Besides Bollywood, you will experience a range of traditional music and dance

Nightlife in urban India Nightlife in urban India

• Experience Royalty:

From converted palaces to beach side paradises, Indian hospitality is an experience

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CALENDAR SUMMARYMarch 2013

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday1 2 3

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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Delhi.In‐FlightLeave New York

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24 25 26 27 28 29 30

Goa MumbaiGoaDelhi Agra Jaipur Jaipur

Leave Mumbai

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KEY ATTRACTIONS – DELHI

Humayun’s Tomb Red Fort Akshardham Temple

Lotus Temple Rajghat – Gandhi’s Memorial Food!

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DETAILED ITINERARY – DELHI

Saturday Morning/Afternoon• Arrive Delhi• Arrive Delhi• Transportation to Hotel• Day at Leisure

Saturday Evening• Welcome dinner• Alumni Reception• Party at one of Delhi’s premier nightspots

India Gate Chandni Chowk

• Party at one of Delhi s premier nightspots

Sunday:• Full day guided tour of Delhi (partly on rickshaw),

including a visit to Chandni Chowk(bustling Indian bazaar)

Delhi Nightlife

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KEY ATTRACTIONS ANDDETAILED ITINERARY AGRADETAILED ITINERARY – AGRA

• Monday morning bus Delhi - Agra

• Day at the Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri

• Evening bus back to Delhi/directly to Jaipur

Fathepur Sikri

Picture yourself Agra Fort

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KEY ATTRACTIONS – JAIPUR: THE PINK CITY

Hawa Mahal – Palace of Winds Jal Mahal – Water PalaceHawa Mahal Palace of Winds Jal Mahal Water Palace

Amber Fort Traditional Music and Dance

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DETAILED ITINERARY – JAIPUR

Tuesday • Historic sights of Jaipur:• Historic sights of Jaipur:

• Hawa Mahal• Amber Fort• Elephant safari

• Evening visit to Jal Mahal, Man Sagar Lake

City Palace Interior

Wednesday• Day in Jaipur – Ancient observatory,

City Palace, Shopping

Chokhi Dhani

• Spend the evening at a Village Fairin Chokhi Dhani

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KEY ATTRACTIONS – GOA

Beautiful Beaches Historic Churches

The Best seafood around Open air parties

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DETAILED ITINERARY – GOA

Thursday • Arrive mid morning• Arrive mid-morning• Afternoon sightseeing around Old Goa/Beach Visit• Evening traditional Goan dinner• Drinks at a beachside bar

Friday• Spend the day at a beach boating swim food drinks or just snooze• Spend the day at a beach – boating, swim, food, drinks or just snooze• Visit 9 Bar – Goa’s most famous

house music venue, situated on a cliff• Buy all your gifts/mementos

at the traditional night market

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KEY ATTRACTIONS – MUMBAI

Haji Ali Mosque

The Gateway of India Mumbai University Tower

Marine Drive Mumbai CST – “Victoria Terminus” Bollywood!

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DETAILED ITINERARY – MUMBAI

• Saturday morning flight to Mumbai• Walking tour of Mumbai’s colonial • Walking tour of Mumbai s colonial

heritage, cricket playgrounds• Farewell reception overlooking

the bay/evening of music

The “Queen’s Necklace”

Bombay High CourtCricket in the Maidans

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ADMINISTRATIVE - COSTS

• Approximate Cost ~ $3200 for Flights + Hotels + Transportpp $ g p

• Extra Expenses:

• Some Meals (can range from $5-$15 at hotels)

• Optional sightseeing visits (rarely more than $10 to enter anywhere)Op g g ( y $ y )

• “Recreational” expenses

• Deposit Required of $350 by 9pm Sunday, November 25th

• Sign-up on Campus Groups from 6pm on Sun, November 18thSign up on Campus Groups from 6pm on Sun, November 18th

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ADMINISTRATIVE - MISCELLANEOUS

• Almost EVERYONE needs a Visa for India

P b i h 6 h lidi d 3 f i i d• Pretty easy to get, but a passport with 6 months validity and 3 free pages is required

• Pre trip meet-and-greet in Jan-Feb

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QUESTIONS?

• SABAS India Trek Contacts:

Q

• Aniruddha Barua – ab4763@stern.nyu.edu

• Ashrae Sahni – as6912@stern.nyu.edu

• Ask us ANYTHING!

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