Thursday 26 November 2015

Old Delhi Photo Tour | Delhi Photo Tour

Old Delhi Photo Tour Old Delhi area which includes iconic locations like Red Fort, Chandani Chowk, Chawadi bazaar, Spice market is the best place to cover the crowds, bazaars, food and mind mindbogglingly diversity of Delhi city. The old mansions (havelis), bazaars, colourful shops, thousands of people, temples, mosques, chaotic yet working traffic and more is unlike everything you will experience anywhere. Photographers there love capturing the daily lives of people and soul stirring sights which seems so quaint and out of reality in a modern metro city like Delhi. The sights of shops in Old Delhi which are a mix of new businesses and old traditions is hard to find anywhere else. Ride rickshaws, walk on foot, take some great photographs of everything in this fast paced street photography tour of Old Delhi. http://delhiphototour.com/tours/old-delhi-photo-tour/ DURATION: 5 hours PLACES COVERED: Chandani Chowk, Chawadi Bazaar, Spice Market,, Sheesh Ganj Sahib Gurudwara, Kinari Bazar, Paranthe Waali Gali, Kucha Pati Ram and a few others, all in Old Delhi. COST: INR 5000 for one guest. INR 3500 for each additional guest. TRANSPORT: Free pickup and drop from central Delhi. OPTIONAL: Add street food tasting and 1 meal for INR 1500 for each guest. India Photo Walks
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Wednesday 25 November 2015

Tourism in India during monsoon season Contrary to prevalent opinion, traveling in India during rainy monsoon season can be fun and cheap. Some people advise against it due to factors like blocked roads, unreliable weather etc. An unexpected flood or landslide can upset planned travel itinerary. Inspite of all this traveling in India during monsoons can be advantageous in a number of ways. One being tourists getting good discounts on high-expense factors like air fares, hotels. They can also enjoy their sightseeing in relative peace as peak season tourist crowds are absent. Let us explain a little about monsoons in India before going any further. India is a a huge country and is rightly classified as a sub-continent due to it’s size as well as the large diversity it enjoys in form of different landscapes and weather. You can find cold snow covered Himalayan mountains in north, evergreen tropical forests in east, hot Thar deserts in west,, temperate coasts in south and more. All of these all provide tourists with large varieties of options and time periods in which to travel across the country. Actually there is no definite or set time to for tourists to visit India. Different regions in India have different peak-seasons for tourists. Writing about it wil need another article by itself. Raneh waterfalls during monsoon season, khajuraho, Monsoon tourism Raneh waterfalls during monsoon season, India Monsoon is the rainy season of Indian sub-continent which lasts from June to September in different regions. It reaches southern parts of India in early June and travels northwards over the next few months. Northern India receives first monsoon showers in late June or early July. Not every region in India experiences equal monsoon rainfall or at same time period. All of them have different experiences with monsoon rains. Monsoon rains play a very important role in economy and lives of everyone in the sub-continent. Arrival of monsoon rains marks the end of hot and dusty Indian summers and makes the weather cool and surroundings greener and beautiful. Indian people in general love rains and it’s a common sight to see them enjoying the rainfall by getting soaked in the rain showers. Chai ( type of milky Indian tea) and hot Pakoda (a fried salty snack) are popular snacks during this season. Here are some ways for tourists to enjoy rainy monsoon season in India Monsoon tourism in India 1) New greenery and cool, pleasant weather Everything becomes doubly beautiful during monsoons in India. The weather is much more pleasant, cool breezes blow almost all day long and the surroundings are covered with lush new greenery. All of this is a relaxing sight for sore eyes . Many places in India, like Kerala, Western Ghats parts of eastern and central India are even more beautiful during monsoons due to clouds and greenery. A lot of rivers are in full flow and this makes for very beautiful and gushing waterfalls. 2) Diverse weather conditions, landscapes and customised travel plans Due to varied landscapes and weather in different regions, tourists in India can plan their journey all year round. Tourism in India is not bound to dates in a calendar or weather reports to plan and enjoy the journey. Monsoon tourism is just another part of traveling in India. 3) Great discounts in hotels, airlines and other businesses due to lean season A lot of airlines and hotels offer very good discounts even without asking during monsoons due to lean season. It can really decrease your travel expenses by a large margin. As majority of tourists prefer to stay indoors during rains, tourist activity is much less and you can enjoy your travel in comparative peace and leisure. 4) Cleansing rains Many people believe that rains of monsoons are have a cleansing effect on everything. Pollution due to smoke and dust particles is very low and people are in general feel more comfortable in cooler weather. Ayurvedic detoxification treatments are one of the major attractions of monsoon tourism in India. Many herbs used in certain ayurvedic practices grow during monsoons and the rains seem to have a good effect on efficacy of certain plants. Precautions for Monsoon tourism Here are some basic precautions that the tourists should observe while traveling in India during monsoons: 1) Plan road trips carefully Mountainous regions are more prone to random road blockages due to landslides, flash floods etc during rainy season. Plans your road trips only after taking these factors in to count. 2) Be safe with drinking water Don’t drink tap water or from untrusted sources like lakes and rivers during rainy season. Always drink bottled or filtered water. 3) Be wary of bugs Bugs and other small critters like mosquitoes, flies and even snakes can be a nuisance during rainy season. Keep a bug spray or insect repellant handy and be careful 4) Wild life parks are closed Almost every national park and wild-life area is closed for tourists during monsoons. So if you want to do a jungle safari or a similar adventure, confirm the availability in advance. That’s about everything that we have to say about monsoon tourism in India for now. We sincerely hope that this article may prove to be of some use for tourists visiting India during monsoons as well as other times. Please feel free to contact India Food Tour for feedback or more information, help in planning your trip to India.. http://indiafoodtour.in/travel-india-tourism-in-monsoon-season/
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Tuesday 24 November 2015

Photo Walk Of Taj Mahal | Photography Tour in Delhi

Photo Walk Of Taj Mahal http://photographytourindelhi.com/photo-walk-of-taj-mahal/ Taj Mahal trip is once in a life time kind of journey and the memories of must stay fresh forever. Even in the days of selfies, selfie sticks and easy to use cameras, there is still nothing better than someone else, preferably a photographer taking your picture in front of Taj Mahal. A photo tour of Taj Mahal with a professional photographer helps you do exactly this as well as enjoy every moment your Agra visit without having to worry about how to get the perfect photograph which you can share with family and friends back home. You can just focus on enjoying beauty of the Taj Mahal among other places as the guides helps you get acquainted with the ancient history and intricate details while the photographer takes professional quality pictures. All of these photo walks in Agra are private to ensure personal touch and maximum customisation. #tajmahal #taj #india #phototour #photography #agra #photowalk
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Sunday 22 November 2015

Adventure Sports in Rishikesh Activity Details: TRANSPORT : If needed, In private or shared car with driver, ACCOMMODATION: Not applicable. ENDURANCE LEVEL: Minimum age: 12 years. Minimum and Maximum weight: 20 kg to 130 kg. ACTIVITIES: Bungee jumping, Zip lining (Flying Fox),, Swing jump. DURATION: Variable MEALS: None COST: From INR 2500 onwards ( US $ 42) If you are fond of adventure sports and you enter Rishikesh, you cannot miss out this opportunity to trying out various adventure sports like Bungee jumping. Here, we take your to a 80 meters high platform and secure you thoroughly with a harness and elastic ropes. You are then made to jump from the height. The elastic ropes are harnessed in order to make the fall easier and gradual for you and to avoid jerks.. The sensation of the free fall is simply fantastic. Get rid of your fears and enjoy this and other spine chilling adventure activities such as zip lining and swing. You can go for them alone or with company. We provide you with a video and pictures of you during the adventure sport along with a certificate. Rishikesh Bungee jumping Being the most popular of all adventure activities, we have set this up in collaboration with experts from New Zealand. We typically carry this activity out over a small rivulet of the river Ganga having 0.5 to a meter of water on almost all days. Once the activity is over, you are lowered in the river and helped to take out your harness. Zip Lining in Rishikesh We use the same place to carry out Zip lining and over the two banks of the Ganga river. The harness is fitted at a height of 7 meters approximately on one side and you will roll under the gravitational force. Your vision is blurred as you reach a speed of 160 km. Typically carried out by 3 persons consecutively, you can opt to do it alone with some small additional cost. Swing Jumping in Rishikesh The same platform used for Bungee jumping is used for Swing jumping. A chest harness secures you well as you jump from the platform. Once the fall is initialized , the ropes will make you swing like a pendulum with the river beneath you , about 10 meters above the forest. As you complete the activity, you are lowered into the river which is quite shallow . Again this activity can be performed with company or alone http://indiafoodtour.in/adventure-sports-in-rishikesh/ #adventure #india #himalayas #mountains
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Photo Tour of Old Delhi with Street Food Tasting - New Delhi | Viator

Photo Tour of Old Delhi with Street Food Tasting http://www.viator.com/tours/New-Delhi/Photo-Tour-of-Old-Delhi-with-Street-Food-Tasting/d804-10923P6 A photography tour in Old Delhi which helps you discover the charms of this ancient and lively place. All you need to carry is your camera and we will take care of the rest. "Delhi is one of the oldest continuously inhabited places in the world. Old Delhi includes a number of world famous sights Red Fort, Chandni Chowk, Chawadi bazaar, Spice market and a few more. Due to all the history, people, markets and vibe, this is a great location to discover the old world charm of India and specially Delhi city. This photo tour through this area helps you photograph some of the iconic landmarks as well as lesser known corners of this part of city and also provide a refreshing insight in to the lives of people closely entwined with the older traditions. The guests walk through centuries old bazaars, see some old havelis (mansions), interact with local people going about their daily lives and taste some great local food." #foodwalk #foodtours #india #food #delhi
from India Food Tour http://www.viator.com/tours/New-Delhi/Photo-Tour-of-Old-Delhi-with-Street-Food-Tasting/d804-10923P6

Saturday 21 November 2015

Buddhist prayer flags on top of a mountain in Himachal Pradesh


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Wednesday 18 November 2015

Photo Tour of Delhi Monuments - New Delhi | Viator

Photo Tour of Delhi Monuments http://www.viator.com/tours/New-Delhi/Photo-Tour-of-Delhi-Monuments/d804-10923P5 A Photography Tour of Monuments of Delhi which helps you take great pictures of major landmarks of city. It is a great choice for casual visitors as well as professional photographers who wish to have more than just normal sightseeing tours. This photography tour is a great way of sightseeing major monuments in New Delhi city and capturing some beautiful sights in your camera. In this photo tour, the photography guide takes you to some must see monuments and places listed below and helps you explore each one with your camera. This photo tour is suitable for all kind of photographers, professionals, learners as well as casual photographers who wish to have great pictures of the places they are visiting. The photography guide takes the guests to places from where to get perfect shots. You can also ask the guide to take your pictures so that you can just focus on enjoying the place instead of taking pictures yourself. #photography #photowalk #phototour #newdelhi #delhi #india
from India Food Tour http://www.viator.com/tours/New-Delhi/Photo-Tour-of-Delhi-Monuments/d804-10923P5

Monday 16 November 2015

Agra Photography Tour Including a Visit to Taj Mahal - Agra | Viator

Agra Photography Tour Including a Visit to Taj Mahal http://www.viator.com/tours/Agra/Agra-Photography-Tour-Including-a-Visit-to-Taj-Mahal/d4547-10923P8 Enjoy this day photography tour of Agra, which will let make the most of the best Agra has to offer, such as Taj Mahal, Red Fort and a few others. You will be accompanied by a local guide and a professional photographer, who will assist you in taking pictures and offer advice. "Once you are picked up by your guide in the morning at your accommodation, you can get ready for a great photographic adventure. There is a possibility of a very early pick-up, to get sunrise views of Taj Mahal. You don't need to be a good photographer yourself or have professional photographic equipment, as your guide will show you how to get the best out of any camera you might bring. You will be able to snap tourist hot-spots but also get a more unusual photographs. You will also get some professional ones, which you may receive at the end of the tour on a memory sick, CD or via email, later. You will stop for lunch (included) and be driven around in an AC vehicle. An average tour includes a visit to Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Itmad-Ud-Daulah tomb and 1-2 other places depending on your interest and its availability. " #agra #photowalk #phototour #tajmahal #india
from India Food Tour http://www.viator.com/tours/Agra/Agra-Photography-Tour-Including-a-Visit-to-Taj-Mahal/d4547-10923P8

Friday 13 November 2015

Key Things You Need to Know about Indian Food http://indiafoodtour.com/key-things-need-know-indian-food/ Indian food is known to be one of the most rich and delicious cuisines in the whole world. When you are traveling, you are bound to encounter some Indian food at the restaurants. Most people do not know how to make Indian food and therefore do not know much about it. Health benefits: Indian food is one of the healthiest in the world. It is made with very little oil and never animal fat. This means that it is not likely to result in high cholesterol blood content. This means that it is quite excellent for people who want to stay healthy and not experience cardiac diseases. This food is also made using a lot of spices and herbs. Most of these are known to have not only excellent taste, but they also have medicinal benefits. Some of the spices, such as turmeric, help in boosting the immune system. This means that by eating Indian food regularly, you are able to keep diseases at bay and live a healthy life. Main courses: Unlike other international cuisines which involve a lot of courses, Indian cuisine centers around one main course. This is either rice or bread. The variations in the dishes are brought about by the side servings which are numerous. Indian rice is made through different recipes so you do not feel like you are eating the same main dish every day. For example, you can have pulao rice, masala rice or turmeric rice. There are also a variety of Indian breads such as roti, naan or chapatti. These breads are sometimes made from whole grains and without any adding any fat making them healthy but still tasty. Meats: Indian food includes a wide range of meats apart from beef. However, most of the dishes are vegetarian with protein being obtained from other sources. Some of the popular protein sources for Indian foods include lentils, dried beans, chickpeas and black-eyed peas. This is one of the reasons why Indian food is considered to be quite healthy due to the extensive variety of vegetarian dishes. Spices: Indian foods are made using a lot of spices. Indian curries are quite hot and you may not be able to eat them if you are not used to having pepper in your food. Never the less, you can always make a special request to the chef to make your food without the pepper. This will take away a bit of the hotness but the other spices used will still maintain the flavor. Therefore, it is always advisable that you enquire from the server how spicy a dish is before ordering for it. Variety in recipes: Indian food is never prepared in the same way. Due to the wide variety of spices, you will find that each hotel and chef have their own secret recipes. Therefore, the same dish will taste quite different from one restaurant to another. This is one of the most intriguing things about Indian food and continues to make it a favorite
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Wednesday 11 November 2015

Frequently Asked Questions | Delhi Photo Tour

Frequently Asked Questions Q 1: What facilities are provided in these photography tours ? A: All tours include the following facilities by default, unless specified otherwise: Pickup and drop in air-conditioned vehicles from central Delhi. Bottled water. Hand wipes, sanitiser. Snacks from some good quality food joints. Meals if mentioned. One or more English speaking photography guides Q 2: Is pickup and drop from hotel available ? A: If pickup and drop address is outside our free zone of central Delhi, then there might be a an extra charge of INR 1200. This zone includes Connaught Place, Karol, Bagh, Paharganj, Barakhamba Road and a few areas nearby. Q 3. Are there any extra charges ? A: Service tax of 3.09% is extra for each tour. Everything else like cost of entry fee, food and other stuff mentioned in Q 1 is included. Q 4. What is the utility of these photography tours ? A: We offer these photography tours as a way to explore the sights,people, food and culture of India in a safe, informative, fun and offbeat way compared to most other tourism services. The photography guide with you will help you navigate the places, converse with locals, take you to interesting places, teach you about history of place, significance of some things and so on rather than teach you how to take pictures.While running these tours, we assume that the guests know the basics of camera operation already. But if the guests still need instructions for operating a camera, we will be happy to be of any service. Q 5. What kind of camera should I carry for these tours ? A: Every camera that can take a picture is usable. Our photography guides will help you make best of every piece of equipment, even a cellphone camera. Although it helps, you don’t need expensive DSLRs to take great pictures. We intend to make high quality photography accessible to everyone. Q 6 Can I rent cameras or related photography gear ? A: Yes, we can help you with renting certain photography equipment. But you need to inform us at least 3-4 days in advance. Q 7: How do I book a tour ? A: Just fill up the contact form telling us details like Type Of Tour, Date, Pickup Address etc. and we will confirm the booking for you. You can pay on day of the tour by cash. If you are paying by card, there is a service charge of 3%. You can also visit our partner links listed in bottom for advance payment. Q 8: I don’t want to take pictures myself. I just need a photographer to take my pictures and those of places I visit. Can you help ? A: Not a problem. Just let us know of your requirements and schedule and we will provide exactly what you need. Q 9: I need a private/custom tour just for me or my group. Do you have any options ? A: Sure, just email us or send a message via contact form listing out your requirements and we’ll arrange a photography tour of your choice for you. This page offers some details for custom photo tours which you can look over. Q 10: What makes this photo tour different from other tours ? A: These photo tours are meant for tourists who want to capture and preserve the memories of their trip for a long time. In addition to the usual activities like sightseeing, monument visits, food walks etc, these photo tours in Delhi help you explore and capture some lesser known aspects of the city which most tourists usually miss. These photo tours are a mix of great food, beautiful sights, interesting people and can be customised according to preferences of the guests. Q 11: How’d I know that the tours are any good ? Answer: These photo tours are brought to you by the same people who launched highly successful Food Tour In Delhi, India Food Tour, Travel Spiti and quite a few other fun activities in India. These tours are shaped according to requirements and feedback provided by the guests and provide the best value of money. The focus of these activities is to offer an offbeat and fun way to explore the city instead of general cookie cutter tours. http://delhiphototour.com/frequently-asked-questions/
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Tuesday 10 November 2015

Food Tour In Delhi AWARDED 2015 TRIPADVISOR CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE http://foodtourindelhi.com/food-tour-in-delhi-awarded-2015-tripadvisor-certificate-of-excellence/ Recognised as a Top Performing Food Tour as Reviewed by Travellers on the World’s Largest Travel Site 20/05/2015 – Food Tour In Delhi today announced that it has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence award. Now in its fifth year, the award celebrates excellence in hospitality and is given only to establishments that consistently achieve great l reviews on TripAdvisor. Certificate of Excellence winners include accommodations, eateries and attractions located all over the world that have continually delivered a superior customer experience. When selecting Certificate of Excellence winners, TripAdvisor uses a proprietary algorithm to determine the honourees that takes into account the quality, quantity and recency of reviews and opinions submitted by travellers on TripAdvisor over a 12-month period as well as business’s tenure and ranking on the Popularity Index on the site. To qualify, a business must maintain an overall TripAdvisor bubble rating of at least four out of five, have a minimum number of reviews and must have been listed on TripAdvisor for at least 12 months. EXAMPLE QUOTE : “Winning the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence is a true source of pride for the entire team at Food Tour In Delhi and we’d like to thank all of our past guests who took the time to complete a review on TripAdvisor, There is no greater seal of approval than being recognised by one’s customers. With the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence based on customer reviews, the accolade is a remarkable vote of confidence to our business and our continued commitment to excellence.” “TripAdvisor is pleased to honour exceptional hospitality businesses that have received consistent praise and recognition by travellers on the site,” said Marc Charron President, TripAdvisor for Business. “By putting a spotlight on businesses that are focused on delivering great service to customers, TripAdvisor not only helps drive increasing hospitality standards around the world, it also gives businesses both large and small the ability to shine and stand out from the competition.”
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Wednesday 4 November 2015

Photo Walk of Old Delhi with food tasting - Do What Locals Do

Old Delhi Photo Walk with food tasting https://www.dowhatlocalsdo.io/en/listings/111549-photo-walk-of-old-delhi-with-food-tasting This is a #walk through the old core of Delhi city and will stay fresh in memory for life. This photo walk of Old Delhi city helps you photograph some of the iconic landmarks and various lesser known corners of this part of city. The guests also get a refreshing insight in to the lives of people closely entwined with the older traditions typical to this part of India. In this photo walk, the guests walk through centuries old bazaars, interact with local people going about their daily lives, taste some great local food and see some old havelis (mansions). #citywalk #citytour #photowalk http://indiafoodtour.com/photography-tours/ This photo tour can cover following places: Chandni Chowk, Laal Kuan (metal market), Kinaari Bazaar, Camera Market, Spice Market, Book Market Chawari Bazaar (wedding card market) and a few others depending upon available time . #photowalks #phototour #citywalks
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