Departure February 25 – March 3, 2015
Space is Limited
Varanasi or Benares has been a holy hub since ancient times. People are born here and people come to die. Sadhus study yoga in the most advanced stages. Add international travel photographer and author of 9 bestselling photography books, Bryan F. Peterson to this remarkable place and you have a photo tour experience unlike no other! Begin in Delhi where you will have a chance to shoot the streets with its diverse spectrum of people. Once in Varanasi, you will explore the Ganges and be able to get those remarkable photos of the endless celebration of life and death which permeates all around. Pilgrims bathing at sunrise, locals make daily offerings and the Aarti light ceremony done at sundown invite you to shoot as well as become a part of the bustling scene. Street vendors, silk dealers and colorful rickshaw drivers add to the picture. Varanasi Photo Adventure with Bryan F. Peterson is your unique chance to experience a place which stands still in modern day.
ITINERARY
Wednesday, February 25 – Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Arrive in Delhi where you will be met at the airport and driven to your accommodation.
In the evening we have an introductory meeting and a one-to-one chat with our Tour Director about photography and enjoy Welcome Dinner at local Indian restaurant. Overnight at the The Surya New Delhi (2 nights)
Thursday, February 26 – Day 2: Delhi
Before breakfast, embark on a colorful romp through the streets of Delhi!
Morning photo shoot
Afternoon photo shoot
Friday, February 27 – Day 3: Delhi- Varanasi by flight # SG 116 Departure: 09:05 Hrs, Arrival: 10:25 Hrs
We take a short flight to the holy city of Varanasi, one of the oldest living cities in the world. On arrival we are driven to our hotel.
Afternoon photo shoot. Overnight at the Hindustan International (4 nights)
Saturday, February 28 – Day 4: Varanasi
In the early morning we take a sunrise cruise on the River Ganges for a most serene experience. One of the cardinal principles of Hinduism is the belief in the holiness of the Ganges. Every morning scores of pilgrims and priests fill the riverbanks bathing in the holy waters and performing various other rituals. This unique experience literally transports you to another world.
Morning shoot along the Ganges
In the evening we get to the banks of the Ganges to photo shoot & witness the devotional ceremony of Aarti after sunset performed by devout Hindus.
Sunday, March 1 – Day 5: Varanasi
Morning photo shoot of the city
Afternoon photo shoot
Monday, March 2 – Day 6: Varanasi
Morning & afternoon photo shoot of the city.
Tuesday, March 3 – Day 7: Varanasi
to Delhi Flight
Morning is free.
In the afternoon we are transferred to airport for our flight to Delhi or take a post tour.
Join: Extension: Khajuraho, Agra & Jaipur
Cost $2995.00 per person twin share based on 8 persons
***Single supplement 500.00***
Domestic airfare additional: Delhi to Varanasi – $250.00
Varanasi to Delhi – $250.00
NOTE: A surcharge will apply for less than 8 persons
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Includes:
***The rare chance to learn insider tips for photography from:
Bryan F. Peterson***
– Accommodation on twin share basis in the mentioned hotels for 06 Nights with daily buffet breakfast.
– Meals – 06 breakfasts and 01 Dinner
– Transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary by air-conditioned Vehicle.
– Road tax, Toll charges, parking fees and driver’s overnight wages.
– Sunrise boat ride on the River Ganges
– Services of local English speaking guides at each city for the sight seeing as per the itinerary.
– All presently applicable taxes including service tax on package @ 3.09%
Does not include:
– International airfare, visa fees, airport tax or any kind of insurance cover.
– Domestic airfare: Supplement quoted
– *Entrance fees to the monuments of visit – Payable directly
– *Camera fee will be paid directly at the monuments if applicable
– Items of personal nature like drinks, laundry, telephone calls, tips, etc.
– Any other meals than those mentioned in the itinerary.
– Liability for change in itinerary due to reasons beyond our control like change in schedule, cancellation of
flights, political disturbances, natural – Any other item not specifically mentioned above as ‘INCLUDED’
– Travel insurance
– Gratuity
