Description
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands, one of the seven union territories of India comprising 572 islands of which only 37 are inhabited, are a group of islands at the juncture of the Bay of Bengal and Andaman Sea. Port Blair as the capital city, has an enormous history attached to it. What was called "Kaala Paani", British army during their control of India, used to send prisoners to Andaman as punishment to Cellular Jail. Apart from the admonishing history, Port Blair and the untouched islands like Havelock, Neil islands etc. has so much more to offer to tourists.
Overview
Lagoons of crystal clear water and scenic beaches topped with a little bit of history make Andaman and Nicobar one of the most perfect choices for an enjoyable, laid-back holiday where you can go on long treks, laze around in the backwaters of the island, or if you’re feeling a little more adventurous, even go for a bit of deep sea diving. From the pristine, untouched beaches of Neil and Havelock Islands to the bustling town of Port Blair, the Andamans have something to offer to every tourist. The history of Indian independence is closely linked to the infamous Kaala Pani or Cellular Jail, and this very jail (which is now a major tourist attraction) lies in Port Blair and attracts hundreds of tourists every day who want to get a feel of the old-world colonial era. There is a light and sound show that takes place every night, wherein the history of the jail is depicted in a very catchy and intriguing method. Havelock Island is the major attraction of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and the crystal blue waters along with white sand beaches, all of which are lined with green coconut trees lend Havelock Island a mesmerizing picture-perfect look. This island is one of the largest islands in the Andaman archipelago, and you can choose to either soak in the sun and sand on the beach or participate in the numerous adventure activities offered here, such as snorkelling and scuba diving. Port Blair is another famous tourist spot in the Andamans, and this multicultural town is the perfect place for you to get a glimpse of the local lifestyle and the traditions followed by the people of the town. A gorgeous escape from the bustle of the city life, Port Blair is steeped in colonial history and is the perfect place to lay back and spend an afternoon or two in. **Trip Info.** Region: Andaman & Nicobar Islands Seasons: All round the year (except April to July) Things to do: Historical tour of Port Blair, Ross Island, Havelock Island, Neil Island, including snorkeling at MG Ocean Park, Scuba Diving etc. **How to Reach Port Blair (Andaman)** By Air - Port Blair has direct from all the top metro airports like Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Kolkata, Cochin etc. Whether you are coming from international locations, you can find connecting flight through any of the top Indian international airports like Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore & Chennai By Sea: Port Blair is connected by sea from Chennai. It usually takes 60 hr ship-journey to reach Port Blair **Basic Itinerary** - Day1: Arrive from your city/country to Port Blair. Rest for the day and stay at Port Blair - Day2: Travel to Havelock Island and have fun at Radhanagar Beach. Stay Over Night at Havelock Island - Day3: Travel to Elephanta Beach where you get to do Snorkelling. After that come back and we go back to Port Blair and stay over night - Day4: Explore Port Blair, visit Cellular Jail, Chidiya Tapu, Museum Samudrika etc. We can also enable visit to Ross Island (for extra cost per person) **Pricing** Above mentioned price is per person for a minimum group of 5. In case of smaller group size, prices will increase marginally by 15%-30% approximately.
Inclusion
- A/c Accommodation (on Twin-Sharing basis) - Meals on CP.(Breakfast ) - A/c transportation with pickup and drop to Airport. - All transfers in all Islands - Port Blair and other island by vehicle & boats. - Cruise to & fro to inter islands. - All ticket & passes & parking. - 1 Snorkeling each @ elephant beach
Exclusion
- Flights from home city to Port Blair airport (we can help arrange / book for the same) - Personal Expenses. - Activity charges Jet Skies, Sea walk etc. - Additional usage of vehicle apart from itinerary. - Expenses incurred due to bad weather, flight or ferry cancellation, strike or political. - Scuba diving @ 6500/person in Port Blair and Sea walk @ 3500/person in Port Blair - Visa cost, if applicable (we will help guide for the same depending on which city & country you are coming from)
Itinerary
- Welcoming by our representative at the Port Blair airport - Get transferred to the hotel - You will be visiting Cellular jail in afternoon - Light and sound show in the same premises of Cellular Jail in the evening - Carbyns Cove Beach (subject to flight arrival). - Stay at Port Blair.
- Start for Havelock. - Get transferred to Havelock through Ferry. - Get welcomed and escorted to the Hotel. - After small refreshment and relax, proceed to Radhanagar Beach. - Enjoy untill evening in the beach. - Back to hotel & stay at Havelock.
- Today you move to Elephant Beach (Hathidera Beach) through Fiber Boat. - Snorkeling activity. - Return to Havelock . - Say bye to Havelock Islands and return to Port Blair. - Spend leisure evening time with the dear ones. - Stay at Port Blair.
- After Breakfast. - Explore the museums of our small city like Samudrika. - Shopping. - You will be taken to Chidiya Tapu for amazing sunset and colorful birds seeing. - Stay at Port Blair - (Optional) visit to Ross Island instead (for extra cost)
- Check out from the hotel - Depending on flight time, do some local shopping (if time permits) - Departure to Airport with sweet memories and return back to home city
Accommodation
- 3 Nights @ Port Blair - 1 Night @ Havelock Island Both the stays has option of: - Economy (price for which has been given as starting from price) - Standard (20% higher tour price) - Deluxe (4* properties, 40% higher tour price) - Luxury (5* properties, 100% higher tour price)
Cancellation Policy
**Cancellation** **Policy** We understand that things don't always go as planned, that's why we offer the most flexible cancellation policy. - Less than 15 days in advance of arrival – No refund. - 20 day or more - 50 % refund - 30 days or more -70% refund - No refunds for booking during peak season 10th dec to 15th jan. - In case of any unexpected bad weather condition or due to cancellation of ferry or sea plane to inter islands, an equivalent hotel will provide at port blair with additional cost. - No refund will be made for unused rooms.
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