nFor a true tropical experience that?s hard to beat, Mauritius a tiny island paradise in the Indian Ocean could be just the place for you. Though nestled up alongside Africa, it?s more influenced by its British and French ties and massive Indian workforce. So you should feel right at home here. Thomas Cook has on offer a great 7-day summer package, at Rs 78,775 (per head on twin-sharing basis). That includes four-star accommodation and all meals. Airfare, visa charges, ticket taxes, medical insurance and sightseeing are also thrown in. Besides hanging out on the golden sands, there?s plenty to do in Mauritius. And the package includes the amazing underwater sea walk, a full day?s tour of South Island and a visit to the multicultural capital, Port Louis. So if you?re looking for a lazy beach vacation, you could certainly do much worse! For details, call: 2282 4711/2.
nThe rains may have finally arrived, but if you?re still looking for a bit more relief from the muggy days, Elegant Tours is offering a package that should be right up your street. For six days and five nights, you can take off to beautiful Gangtok and Pelling to catch the hill-stations at their scenic best during the rains.
From New Jalpaiguri, a car will take you to gorgeous Pelling, where you can chill out and take in the local sights and sounds for the first two days. Then, it?s on to Gangtok, teeming with temples and monasteries, beautiful flowers and cottage crafts. Here, the package includes treks to Tsongmo Lake, Baba Mandir and local sightseeing of the famed seven points including the Rumtek Monastery.
And the best part of the trip? Undoubtedly, the prices. Provided your group includes eight people, you could make this trip for as little as Rs 5,500 if you put up at the cheaper hotels. For staying at more high-end options, prepare to fork out Rs 15,000 per couple.
This package is valid till November 30 and includes breakfast and all transfers and sightseeing. Call: 22107954/ 30947258.