Kanheri - Sopara
Overview
Kanheri - - A complex of caves carved into rock on the fringes of the bustling city of Mumbai.
However, around 2000 years ago, these caves served as significant Buddhist hubs where monks resided and engaged in the teachings of Gautam Buddha.
The location is strategically positioned close to historic trade centers such as Sopara and Kalyan. This site was a vital center for Buddhist education for a considerable time.
While Sopara was an ancient port town, likely the largest on the west coast, it had trade links with Egypt, Mesopotamia, Arabia, and Africa. The town is also noted in the Mahabharata. Thus, the antiquity and significance of Sopara are of great importance.
Thus, this trail provides a wealth of information regarding the rich and long history of our culture, conveyed through the expertise of our scholar who has earned his doctorate focused on the Kanheri Caves.
DETAILED ITINERARY
Begin your journey early from Pune, heading towards the Kanheri Caves. Enjoy a hearty breakfast along the way. Arrive at Kanheri and explore this enigmatic site with insights from our expert. Check into your hotel by evening and unwind. Stay in Mumbai (Near Vasai)
Highlights
- Kanheri Caves
After having breakfast, check out and proceed to the Sopara Archaeological Site. Dedicate some time to grasp the splendor of this ancient port town. Wrap up your short trail with a treasure trove of knowledge. Post-lunch, set off for home carrying a bag filled with memories.
Highlights
- Sopara Archaeological Site
INCLUSIONS
- Pune to Pune Transport by Ac 2 x2 coach. (Depends on group size, seating capacity will be variable)
- AC accommodation in comfortable and convenient hotels on twin sharing
- All meals. ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Evening Tea- set menu)
- Entrance fees for all sightseeing.
- 1-liter water bottle per person per day.
- Expert fees.
EXCLUSIONS
- Govt. taxes of 5% over and above the tour cost.
- Any implementation of new taxes by the government.
- Cost of insurance.
- Cost of Pre/Post tour accommodation.
- Any extra expenses such that porterage, laundry, telephone, shopping, alcoholic beverages, mineral water, items of personal nature and food or drink which is not part of a set menu.
- Any extra expenses incurred due to illness, accident, hospitalization of an individual.
- Anything specifically not mentioned in the inclusions.
FEW POINTERS
- If any sightseeing mentioned is not done due to any unforeseen circumstances then an alternate sightseeing will be done.
- There could be some complementary activities covered from our side at certain destinations. If any activity is not opted by traveller then the same is not entitled to a cash refund.
PAYMENT POLICY
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If the package cost below ₹ 20, 000 per person |
Full payment at the time of booking |
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If the package cost above ₹ 20,000 per person |
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--> At the time of booking |
40% of the package cost |
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--> 30 days prior to departure |
Remaining 60 % amount |
- Payment can be done via cheque, Demand Draft, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, Credit Card/ Debit Card or UPI gateway. Cheque/Demand Draft should be drawn in favor of “ANCIENT TRAILS”.
- In case of payment made by cheque, a booking confirmation will be given subject to cheque clearance.
CANCELLATION POLICY
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Cancellation received no. of days prior to departure |
Cancellation charges applicable per person |
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0-10 |
100% |
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10-20 |
50 % |
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20-30 |
30 % |
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30 and above |
10% |
- For cancellation procedure, a traveler will need to give an application in writing along with an original receipt of booking.
- Please note that if air ticket booking is done with NON-REFUNDABLE airfare then cancellation charges to be borne by the customer and the remaining amount will be refunded as per above cancellation policy.
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