Winter Holidays need to be alsolutely perfect. Just the
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Winter Holidays need to be alsolutely perfect. Just the
Winter Holidays need to be alsolutely perfect. Just the right mix, balance and well... lots of style. Ciao! by Head Office 35, Vawda Building, 252, L. J. Road, Opp. Shivsena Bhavan, Shivaji Park, Dadar (West), Mumbai - 400 028. India Tel: +91-22-2444 1513 www.countrysideindia.com [email protected] countrysideindia Sales Office G-Block, Shop No. 22, 23, Ground Floor, Lokmanya Pan Bazaar, Eastern Express Highway, Sion, Mumbai - 400 022. India Tel: +91-22-2407 1220 / 21 / 22 countrysideindia Registered Office Top Floor, Rukmini Niwas, Gogte Wadi, Senapati Bapat Marg, Mahim (West) Mumbai 400 016, India 2 0 1 4 - 2 0 1 5 New Arrivals Every trip curated with deep understanding! Every trip curated with deep understanding! Winter Wanderings Quick Getaways When the days are clear and the air is cool, wanderlust grips us and the desire to get away takes hold. Often due to work and other commitments, it is not possible to plan a long holiday. But a short get-away works just as well! Countryside has meticulouly planned a host of exciting activities around exotic places which are sure to leave you asking for more. Adventure, fun, relaxation, wildlife, rafting you name it and that too within a day’s travel. Still thinking? North East India Kerala Namdapha Trek with birding in the most dense rain forest. Kaziranga & Manas Wild Life Sanctuaries - Experience Elephant Safari & the majestic river Brahmaputra. Wayanad District & its thick rainforest! Hiking, biking and bamboo rafting. Soochipara Waterfalls, Edakkal Caves and Kuruvadweep nature reserve. Rajasthan Oman Bera nestled in the Aravalli Hills & home to leopards. History & architecture of Jain Temples of Ranakpur. Trekking in Wadis, Enjoying the Grand Canyon of Oman Jabal Shams. Omani hospitality at the Desert Camp sites… Trekkin Adventure never stops! Some extremely challenging treks and a few that take you to meadows and where nature seems to cocoon you. Chaddar & The Elusive Snow Leopard (Ladakh) New • Unique experience of trekking on the frozen Zanskar river. • Amazing scenery, wild gorges and frozen waterfalls. • A chance to see the elusive snow leopard if you are lucky enough! Dates: 31 Jan - 08 Feb '15 Duration: 08 Nights Cost: ` 48,900/- Trek to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar (Nepal) Har Ki Dun & Ruinsara Tal Trek (Uttarakhand) Annapurna Base Camp Trek with Poon Hill (Nepal) • One of the world’s classic trek. • The ethereal views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Ama Dablam. • A walk to the Mecca of mountaineering. • Views of the Bandar punch and Kala Nag peaks. • The enchanting Har ki Dun meadows. • The beautiful Ruinsara Tal and the amazing view of the Swargarohini range. • An ideal first trek in the Nepal Himalayas for beginners! • Mesmerizing views of Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Annapurna South, Hinchuli and Fishtail from Poon Hill. • Sunrise view of Annapurna amphitheater from Base Camp. Dates: 02 Oct - 17 Oct Duration: 15 Nights Cost: ` 68,950/Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla & back quoted seperately Dates: 15 Oct - 26 Oct Duration: 11 Nights Cost: ` 39,500/- Dates: 18 Oct - 30 Oct Duration: 12 Nights Cost: ` 61,000/Flight from Kathmandu Pokhara & back quoted seperately Trek to Dayara Bugyal (Uttarakhand) • Dayara Bugyal the heavenly meadow! • Grand view of Garhwal Himalayas. Dates: 27 Oct - 02 Nov Duration: 06 Nights Cost: ` 28,950/- Chaddar Trek (Ladakh) Namdapha Rainforest Trek (Arunachal) New Dzongri Trek (West Sikkim) Trek Bashleo Pass (Himachal) Mt. Kilimanjaro Climb (Tanzania) • Unique experience of trekking on the frozen Zanskar river. • Amazing scenery, wild gorges and frozen waterfalls. • Countryside trekking hospitality at its best. • Trek in India' densest Rainforest. • Opportunity to see many rare birds and butterflies. • Understand the culture of the Tai tribe. • The stunning view of Kokthang, Rathong, Kabru South, Kabru North, Kabru Dome & Kanchenjunga from Dzongri Top. • The sheer variety of birdlife. • The beautiful & holy Sarolsar Lake. • The panoramic view from Bashleo Pass. • The trek through dense and pristine oak, deodhar, pine forest. • Africa’s highest mountain, one of the seven summit’s. • Unforgettable view from the top! Dates: 31 Jan - 10 Feb '15 Duration: 10 Nights Cost: ` 59,900/- Dates: 14 Feb - 22 Feb '15 Duration: 08 Nights Cost: ` 39,900/- Best Season: Apr Mid May & Oct - Mid Nov Duration: 09 Nights Cost: ` 46,500/- Best Season: Sep - Oct & Apr - May Duration: 07 Nights Cost: ` 40,500/- Best Season: Dec - Feb Duration: 09 Nights Cost: TBA Family Adventrues Remember those wonder years when we spent time together with family doing things...the joys, the failures, the victories, the laughs...? It is keeping all this in mind, that we have some specially designed trips. Flavours of Oman New • Drive across stunning natural landscapes with fresh water wadis. Enjoy the stay on top of 'Sun mountain' Jabel Shams. • History showcased at Nizwa & Al Jabrin castle. • Undulating red & white sand dunes of Al Sharqiya Sands…adrenalin fix of dune bashing & camping experience. Dates: 01 Oct - 07 Oct'14 06 Mar - 12 Mar '15 Duration: 06 Nights Cost: $ 1500 Chopta Valley (Uttarakhand) Eastern Rajasthan: Heritage and Wildlife • Visit to the scenic Deoria Tal. • Beautiful trek from Deoria Tal to Chopta Bend. • The stunning views from Chandrasilla Peak. • Trip takes you to Bera for tranquil moments amids the wild - home of leopards. The park is nestled in the Aravalli Hills. • Enjoy a bit of history & architecture of Jain Temples of Ranakpur. • Visit the enchanting & lovely hill station, Coorg. • Enjoy the wildlife jeep safaris in Nagarhole. • Hiking, Cycling & Bamboo rafting in Wayanad. Best Season: Oct - Feb Duration: 06 Nights Cost: ` 35,200 /- Best Season: Oct - Mar Duration: 07 Nights Cost: ` 40,500 /- Dates: 29 Sep - 05 Oct Duration: 06 Nights Cost: ` 26,950/- Experiential Malabar Circuit (Kerala) Offbeat Oman • Explore the Omani Wadis by driving & trekking. • Experience the famous Balcony Walk in the Grand canyon of Oman. • Observe at close quarters protected Green turtle nesting reserve at Ras Al Gyns. Best Season: Oct - Mar Duration: 08 Nights Cost: $ 1375 Trek to Nagtibba Rappelling & Rafting (Uttarakhand) • Climbing Nag Tibba peak. • Fantastic views of Bunderpunch, Gangotri group and Kedarnath peaks. • Packed with adventure activities. Best Season: Oct - Nov & Apr Duration: 05 Nights Cost: ` 27,900/- Sri Lankan Odyssey • Visit to the Tooth Relic temple in Kandy. • Visit to Horton Plains National Park. • Safari at Yala National Park. Best Season: Nov - Mar Duration: 07 Nights Cost: $ 430 Countryside takes you to different regions in & out of India! Each has its own distinct beauty and allure. Each trip will offer you a totally out of the box experience that will leave you thinking ‘can anything be more beautiful’? Driving Leh Winter Wanderings • The stunning view of the valley & peaks with dollops of snow. • A short day walk on the frozen Zanskar river. • Visit the highest motarable mounatin pass in the world Khardungla! Best Season: Jan - Feb Duration: 06 Nights Cost: ` 27,900/- Experiential Rajasthan with Jodhpur and Osiyan West Arunachal Cultural Circuit Glimpses of Sikkim • Experience the authentic Rajasthan Experience. Visit the Mehrangan fort & interact with the local bishnoi tribes. • Experience the famous jain temples at Osiyan. Village walk, trek, or boat ride in Deogadh... take your pick. • The very picturesque and serene Sangti Valley near Dirang. • The stunning Glacial Lakes around Tawang. • Visit the Tawang Monastery, Urgelling Monastery in Tawang & Gentse Gaden Rabgyel Lling Monastery in Bomdila. • Unwind yourself in Nameri. • Tour is structured with some walking & some driving - to take us close to nature & mountains & unravel the mystery of Sikkim. • On clear days enjoy the views of majestic Kanchenjunga massif. Best Season: Oct - Mar Duration: 06 Nights Cost: ` 36,900/- Best Season: Mar - Apr Duration: 09 Nights Cost: ` 36,700/- Glimpses of Bhutan Sri Lankan Delight Treasures of Oman Explore Assam New Best Season: Oct - Dec & Apr - May Duration: 06 Nights Cost: ` 23,500/- • Visit the local handicraft centres, museums and Dzongs. • A beautiful hike to Chimi Lhakhang Monastery. • Hike up to Tigers Nest Monastery. Best Season: Mar - May & Mid Sep - Nov Duration: 05 Nights Cost: ` 25,700/- • Climb atop the Sigirya rock. • Jeep safari in Minneriya National Park. • Visit to Dambula caves & the Tooth Relic temple. Best Season: Nov - Mar Duration: 04 Nights Cost: $ 270 • Stunning natural landscapes with fresh water wadis, rugged mountains, and endless desert dunes. • Chic, charming & extremely clean white sandy beaches. • Enjoy blend of modern & ancient Arabian architecture. Best Season: Oct - Mar Duration: 04 Nights Cost: $ 675 • Famous tea gardens. • A visit to the largest river island, Majuli in the massive Bramhaputra river. • The amazing flora & fauna at Kaziranga. Best Season: Oct - Apr Duration: 06 Nights Cost: ` 31,400/- Wildlife In winter, the forests have a sense of an ethereal beauty and while spotting animals is not at its easiest, the compensations are many. We head out to the various sancturies in quest of the elusive Tiger, the famed Asiatic Lion, and much more!. Manas & Kaziranga (Assam) • Manas - one of the world’s best and most picturesque wildlife reserves. • The amazing flora & fauna at Kaziranga. Best Season: Nov - Apr Duration: 05 Nights Cost: ` 39,500/- Sunderbans Experience (West Bengal) LRK & Gir (Gujarat) • Expore the undiscovered paradise! Sunderbans, a stretch of impenetrable mangrove forest & the land of The Bengal Tiger, Reptiles & un-usual sea life. • This trip showcases the wild life bouquet that Gujarat offers - Little Run of Kutch famous as the world's last refuge of the Indian Wild Ass (Khur). • The famous Lions of Gir and then for a finale, Black Buck Sanctuary at Velavadar. Best Season: Nov - Apr Duration: 03 Nights Cost: ` 19,500/- Best Season: Nov - Feb Duration: 07 Nights Cost: TBA Bera Sanctuary with Udaipur (Rajasthan) New Tanzania Adventure Kenya Classic Safari • Experience of Jungle Safari at the famous Leopard Sanctuary of Bera! The trip also showcases the Hertiage of East Rajasthan - Udaipur, 14th Century Jain Temples of Ranakpur, crafted by master artisans. • Visit the beautiful lake Manyara on a mountain bike. Hike to craters, drive through Ngorongoro. • Spend a day at Serengeti National Park famous for its part in the Great Migration. • Experience local culture. • The trip takes you through Kenya’s stunning game parks, lakes and mountains. • Visit to Amboseli National Park to get close to free-ranging elephants with a spectacular backdrop of Kilimanjaro. • Enjoy the exclusive experience of Masai Mara. Best Season: Nov - Feb Duration: 04 Nights Cost: ` 24,900/- Season: Oct - Feb Duration: 09 Nights Cost: $ 2700 Season: Oct - Feb Duration: 07 Nights Cost: TBA Adventure Galore For the adventure junkey this winter, Countryside brings activities that turn on the action! For the cycle enthusiasts, winter months are the most comfortable. Rafting in the Ganga is naturally on the list! Skiing, the traditional winter activity is definitely part of the plan. Rafting Adventure Skiing Thrills • Experience one of the most fascinating winter sports. • Enjoy the picturesque Himalayan beauty in the midst of winter. Solang Gulmarg Best Season: Jan - Feb Duration: 05 nights Cost: ` 14,500/- Best Season: Jan - Feb Duration: 05 Nights Cost: ` 39,250/- Rishikesh (Uttarakhand) • A sport inducing a high adrenaline rush! • The thrill, chill & spill of White Water Rafting in the Ganga! Best Season: Oct - May Duration: 02 nights Cost: TBA Orcha (Madhya Pradesh) • Orcha lies obscured from sight amidst lush green dark woods along the River Betwa. • The Betwa River and the picturesque terrain, along with the magnificent ruins make it an adventurer’s paradise. Best Season: Oct - Feb Duration: 03 nights Cost: TBA Cycling Along The Konkan Coast Mandwa - Goa • This enchanting expedition on a bicycle takes you on the Mandwa - Goa coastal road through varied terrain, exquisite views and friendly people. Being able to cycle for approximately 500 plus kms along the Western coast of India is a matter of sheer skill, strength and spirit! Best Season: Nov - Feb Duration: 08 Nights Cost: TBA Trekking in Sahyadri Harichandragad Ratangad Trek • Explore the beautiful Harishchandragad & enjoy the stunning sunset from Kokankada • A gruelling cross country trek. • Climb the Jewel among the forts in the Sahyadri range “Ratangad”. • A chance to see the intricately carved rock temple of Amruteshwar built in the Hemadpanti style of architecture. Date: 24th - 26th Jan'15 Duration: 02 Nights / 03 Days Cost: ` 7950/- Rajgad - Torana Trek • Explore the beautiful Rajgad, the first capital of the Maratha Empire. • Explore the massive Torna Fort (Prachandagad). • A chance to walk in the footsteps of Shivaji Maharaj & experience Maratha history! Date: 13th - 14th Dec'14 Duration: 02 Nights / 02 Days Cost: ` 5450/- Rajmachi Countryside Departures The Sahyadris are full of surprises. There is more beauty and adventure waiting to be explored, experienced, enjoyed than you would think possible. Our campsite at the base of Rajmachi - Whispering Forts is one such. Tour Style FA FA New T&W T&W T&W T&W T&W T & W New T & W New Adventure Galore Adventure Galore FA New Region Uttarakhand Oman Nepal Uttarakhand Nepal Uttarakhand Ladakh Ladakh Arunachal Sahyadri Sahyadri Oman Tour Name Chopta Valley Flavours of Oman Trek to Everest Base Camp & Kala Patthar Har Ki Dun & Ruinsara Tal Trek Annapurna Base Camp Trek with Poon Hill Trek to Dayara Bugyal Chaddar Trek Chaddar & The Elusive Snow Leopard Namdapha Rainforest Trek Rajgad - Torana Trek Harishchandragad - Ratangad Trek Flavours of Oman Nights 06 Nights 06 Nights 15 Nights 11 Nights 12 Nights 06 Nights 10 Nights 08 Nights 08 Nights 02 Nights/02 Days 02 Nights/03 Days 06 Nights Grade Soft+ Soft+ Tough Moderate Moderate Moderate Tough Tough Soft Moderate Moderate+ Soft+ Start Date 29-Sep-14 01-Oct-14 02-Oct-14 15-Oct-14 18-Oct-14 27-Oct-14 31-Jan-15 31-Jan-15 14-Feb-15 13-Dec-14 24-Jan-15 06-Mar-15 End Date 05-Oct-14 07-Oct-14 17-Oct-14 26-Oct-14 30-Oct-14 02-Nov-14 10-Feb-15 08-Feb-15 22-Feb-15 14-Dec-14 26-Jan-15 12-Mar-15 Cost ` 26,950/$ 1500 ` 68,950/` 39,500/` 61,000/` 28,950/` 59,900/` 48,900/` 39,900/` 5,450/` 7,950/$ 1500 Countryside Packages Rajmachi Kidventure "Whispering Forts" - Countryside camp at Rajmachi. It's a perfect place to head to for a respite from the stress and humdrum of city life, a place in the wilderness without compromising on comfort and safety. Situated just 14 km. from Lonavala, the camp retains the element of wilderness with comfort - a perfect combination of adventure and amenities. Lip smacking food, clean and comfortable tents, pure drinking water and all this against the backdrop of the magnificent historic fort. The range of activities is endless. Go on a night trail or hike up to the top of the fort and rappel down or potter around in the village or simply relax by the recently excavated ancient Shiva temple by the pond or just laze around and watch life go by. The camp is for those who love the outdoors. The fun is something that you need to experience. Come live the moments... For a child, holidays are always special. Don't we get nostalgic just remembering those days spent visiting relatives, exploring new destinations and the joys of camping and roughing it out as we metamorphosed into adulthood? We at Countryside, pull out all stops to make our Kidventures special! Developing on the idea of bringing today's city bred children in contact with nature and adventure in a very gentle manner; we plan our Kidventure programs very judiciously. We also do such programmes with international schools who are keen to expose their students to the outdoors and such programs are now becoming part of their curriculum. Tour Style T&W T&W T&W FA FA FA FA FA 4x4 4x4 4x4 4x4 4x4 4x4 New 4x4 4x4 Wildlife Wildlife Wildlife Wildlife New Wildlife Wildlife Adventure Galore Adventure Galore Adventure Galore Adventure Galore Adventure Galore soft Region West Sikkim Himachal Tanzania Oman Rajasthan Kerala Uttarakhand Sri Lanka Ladakh Rajasthan Arunachal Sikkim Bhutan Sri Lanka Oman Assam Assam West Bengal Gujarat Rajasthan Tanzania Kenya Himachal Kashmir Uttarakhand Madhya Pradesh Konkan soft + Tour Name Trek to Dzongri Trek to Bashleo Pass Mt. Kilimanjaro Climb Offbeat Oman Eastern Rajasthan: Heritage & Wildlife Experiential Malabar Circuit Trek to Nagtibba: Rappelling & Rafting Sri Lankan Odyssey Leh Winter Wanderings Experiential Rajasthan with Jodhpur & Osiyan West Arunachal Cultural Circuit Glimpses of Sikkim Glimpses of Bhutan Sri Lankan Delight Treasures of Oman Explore Assam Manas & Kaziranga Sunderbans Experience LRK & Gir Bera Sanctuary with Udaipur Tanzania Adventure Kenya Classic Safari Skiing Thrills @ Solang Skiing Fun @ Gulmarg Rafting - Rishikesh Rafting - Orcha Cycling Along the Konkan Coast (Mandwa - Goa) Moderate Moderate+ Tough Nights 09 Nights 07 Nights 09 Nights 08 Nights 06 Nights 07 Nights 05 Nights 07 Nights 06 Nights 06 Nights 09 Nights 06 Nights 05 Nights 04 Nights 04 Nights 06 Nights 05 Nights 03 Nights 07 Nights 04 Nights 09 Nights 07 Nights 05 Nights 05 Nights 02 Nights 03 Nights 08 Nights Tough + Grade Moderate Moderate Strenuous Moderate Soft Moderate+ Soft+ Soft+ Moderate Moderate Soft+ Moderate Soft Soft+ Soft+ Soft Soft Soft Soft Soft Soft Soft Moderate+ Moderate+ Soft+ Soft+ Tough Best Season Apr - Mid May & Oct - Mid Nov Sep - Oct & Apr - May Dec - Feb Oct - Mar Oct - Feb Oct - Mar Oct - Nov & Apr Nov - Mar Jan - Feb Oct - Mar Mar - Apr Oct - Dec & Apr - May Mar - May & Mid Sep - Nov Nov - Mar Oct - Mar Oct - Apr Nov - Apr Nov - Apr Nov - Feb Nov - Feb Oct - Feb Oct - Feb Jan - Feb Jan - Feb Oct - May Oct - Feb Nov - Feb Cost (for 4 pax) ` 46,500/` 40,500/TBA $ 1375 ` 35,200/` 40,500/` 27,900/$ 430 ` 27,900/` 36,900/` 36,700/` 23,500/` 25,700/$ 270 $ 675 ` 31,400/` 39,500/` 19,500/TBA ` 24,900/$ 2700 TBA ` 14,500/` 39,250/TBA TBA TBA * Prices are subject to change * Price excludes air fare, railway fare and government service tax if applicable untill specified For Booking Conditions & General Information - please refer our website