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Madras Mail ABOARD THE DECCAN ODYSSEY Jaipur

Delhi

Darjeeling

Agra

Siliguri

Fatehpur Sikri

Varanasi

Udaipur

Southern India is a treasure trove of ancient sites and luscious landscapes, from fascinating backwaters and palm-fringed coastlines to spice gardens, tea plantations, tropical forests, and craggy mountain ranges. Aboard the Deccan Odyssey , you’ll explore World Heritage Sites, savor spicy Indian cuisine, and enjoy views of India—both tantalizing and tranquilizing—as the scenery rolls dreamily by. DAYS 1-9 MUMBAI TO PONDICHERRY Visit the cave complex at Elephanta Island, then board the Deccan Odyssey . After exploring Goa, ride the “Toy Train” to Ooty, and watch a Kathakali dance performance in Kochi. In Trivandrum, you’ll visit the Padmanabhaswamy Hindu temple, then head to Kanyakumari, where three seas meet. The Meenakshi-Sundareswarar Temple is a highlight of Madurai, and you’ll witness an Aarti ceremony here. DAYS 10-15 CHENNAI TO HYDERABAD From a beachfront villa, explore the highlights of Chennai, including the rock cut temples and caves of Mahabalipuram. Fly to Hyderabad and visit Golconda Fort, a superb example of outstanding engineering and amazing architecture, and Qutub Shahi Tombs. Depart on Day 15. BAY OF BENGAL ARABIAN SEA Kochi Mumbai Pondicherry Chennai Hyderabad Madurai Trivandrum Goa Ooty Kanyakamuri INDIA 200 km 200 mi

Kolkata

Arctic Explorer ABOARD THE GOLDEN EAGLE

Take in the beautiful cities of St. Petersburg and Moscow, graced by festive decorations and nature’s own wintry adornments, and delve deep into the Russian and Norwegian Arctic in pursuit of the magnificent Northern Lights. Optional excursions include snowshoe walking tours, adventures with huskies, and snowmobiling across the frozen fjords.

DAYS 1-6 ST. PETERSBURG / NORTHERN LIGHTS With its splendid palaces and historical monuments, St. Petersburg is simply stunning. After visiting the main sights, board the Golden Eagle and head toward the Arctic Circle. A two-night hotel stay in

Nikel Kirkenes (Norway)

Murmansk

A R C T I C C I R C L E

RUSSIA

Petrozavodsk

Lake Onega

DATES Dec 5-19, 2019 Oct 22-Nov 5, 2020

TRIP COST From $14,995 Price is per person and depends on cabin type

St. Petersburg

200 mi

200 km

Vladimir

Kirkenes gives you the chance to see the Northern Lights, and you can also go snowshoeing, dog sledding, and ice fishing here. DAYS 7-12 MURMANSK / MOSCOW Back aboard the train, explore Murmansk, then continue to Moscow for two days including side trips to Vladimir and the walled city of Suzdal. Moscow

DATES Dec 21, 2019-Jan 1, 2020 Dec 29, 2019-Jan 9, 2020 Feb 1-12, 2020 Dec 29, 2020-Jan 9, 2021

TRIP COST From $12,595 Price is per person and depends on cabin type

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