Activities

Passive Experiences

1 - A visit to Gandhi Smriti Museum - New Delhi

This is a museum commemorating Mahatma Gandhi's life, in the building where he spent the last few months and where he was assassinated.

There are a number of sections in this museum. One is the exhibition on his life, his simple living quarters, his mortal remains. It has the main events in his life, sayings by world luminiaries, his efforts at khadi and self reliance through a system of self sufficient ashrams, events in his life like naokoli satyagraha, salt march and so on.

Outside the main building, there is a marked path which was the last path taken by Gandhiji before his assassination. There is a memorial at the exact place. There is also a world peace gong. There is also a small shop selling khadi products.

Entry is free. This is a must visit for those interested in Indian independence movement

Address - 5, Tees January Lane, Birla House, New Delhi. Phone.: +91-11-23012843.

Timings - Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Closed - Monday

Duration - 1-2 hours

City - New Delhi

Supplier/Venue - Government of NCT of Delhi/Gandhi Smriti-Birla House New Delhi

Inclusions/Facts - Large collection of photographs with a few personal belongings and a series of small dolls houses and terracotta dolls illustrating Gandhi's life are the attractions at this museum. Multi-media show is also held between 1:00 pm to 1:30pm. The residence of industrialist BD Birla has been converted into a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi, where he used to stay during his visits to Delhi. Gandhiji was assassinated here on his way to offer customary evening prayers

Cost - There is no entry fees to visit this museum

Booking Procedure - No need to book in advance. There is no entry fees, hence you can just walk in and gain great knowledge of Gandhi's life

Cancellation Penalty - N/A

2 - Old Delhi Street Food Tour

Eat your way around Old Delhi like a local on a 4-hour evening street food tour. Explore the bustling streets on foot and cycle rickshaw, and sample popular local snacks like syrup-soaked jalebis, chole bhature (a traditional Punjabi dish) and more. On route, learn about Old Delhi's history and food culture, and check out the illuminated Jama Masjid mosque and Asia's biggest spice market. Your tour includes tastings and drinks equivalent to dinner, so arrive hungry. This tour will have a maximum of 25 travelers.

City - New Delhi

Supplier - Reality Tours & Travel Pvt Ltd

Departure Location - Rajiv Chowk, Block B, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India

Inclusions/Facts - 4-hour street food walking tour in Old Delhi Stroll through bustling streets packed with food stands.

Taste goodies like sweet jalebis, yogurt based dahi bhalla, and aloo chaat (fried potatoes).

Learn about Old Delhi's history and street food culture

Enjoy evening views of Jama Masjid and other landmarks

Visit Asia's biggest spice market and ride a cycle rickshaw Guided tastings and drinks included

Professional and local guide

Dinner, snacks and drinks as per tour itinerary

All transportation(metro ride, Rickshaw, tuk-tuk ride on the tour is inclusive

Cost - The cost of the tour per adult is $42.40 USD = $53.43 CAD including all tax and fees (as of March 19, 2022). The tour needs to be pre-booked and full payment is due at the time of booking

Booking Procedure - Reservations can be made on www.viator.com. You can either book online or call +1-702-648-5873. Full payment is due at time of booking

Cancellation Policy - For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience's start time. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience's start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience's start time will not be accepted

Active Experiences

1 - Cyril Yoga Ayurveda Centre: Drop-In Class

Cyril Yogi is a traditional Indian yoga guru who follows his yoga family with many generations of ancestral traditions. He has been practicing Ashtanga Yoga since childhood and has been teaching yoga since 1993. He started teaching yoga first in India and later abroad. From 2013 to 2019, he travelled to 23 countries to spread practical knowledge about Hatta and Ashtanga Cyril Yoga.

City/Town - Calangute, Goa

Supplier - Cyril Yogi

Venue - Cyril Yoga Ayurveda Centre, Naikawaddo, Calangute, Bardez Goa, India 403516

Mob :(+91) 94 2388 9377, Whatsapp: (+91) 94 2388 9377

Opens 7 days a week, Class times available are 08.00 am to 09.15 am, 10.30 am to 11.45 am, 04.00 pm to 05.15 pm.

Inclusions/Facts - Cyril Yogi also runs a self-help charity for poor children in northern India. He helps them by providing them with school uniforms and learning materials. In addition, he is an animal lover and cares for the poor dog for food, medicine, and hospital expenses. Cyril Yoga is a way of life that teaches women the precise steps to reaching holistic health in mind, body, and spirit that increases fertility in women

Cost - INR 1000 = $16.56 CAD including all taxes and fees per adult (as of March 19, 2022)

Duration - 1 hour 15 minutes

Booking Procedure - Advance booking is necessary and can be done by contacting on WhatsApp + 91 942 3889 377 or Call the same number. Once you have paid, your seat will be confirmed and you can make the payment through the mobile app or Bank Transfer

The details to make the payment are - Bank of Baroda, CYRIL YOGA AYURVEDA CENTRE, Account Number: 07580200001100, IFSC Code BARB0CALANG. All major credit and debit cards are accepted

Cancellation Policy - Fully refunded if the cancellation is made 24 hour prior to the class start time. No refunds if informed in less than 24 hour of the class start time<br>

2 - Riverside Panjim Cycling Tour

This is a heritage type cycling tour. In this tour, you will paddle through Panjim's cobbled streets, well maintained sunny villas, and Portuguese styled old churches. Rest by the side of the Mandovi River for fresh breath and let the blissful surroundings take you on cloud nine.

City - Panjim, Goa

Supplier - Goa Water Sports

Venue for Meeting - Panjim Bus Stand, Near Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Park, Panjim, Goa

Address of Supplier - Near Carvalho's Bar & Restaurant Old Petrol Pump, Calangute, Goa, 403516,Phone : +91 84 3232 5222 / 6222

Inclusions/Facts - They have three different type of cycling tours namely Heritage, natural and food. Customer care number (+91-84 32325222) which is operational between 9:00 am to 5:30 pm will be provided. They also provide packages of hotel, transportation, meals and sports activities. They have more than 40 plus other activities to do as an option

Cost - INR 1850 = $30.64 CAD (as of March 19, 2022) per person including all taxes and fees, Duration: 2.5 hours, Distance: 11 km, Availability: Monday to Saturday (Except Sunday), Time Slot: 7:30 am batch or 4:00 pm batch

Booking Procedure - You can book it online of their website https://goatourspackage.com. Only 30% ($9.20 CAD) deposit is required to confirm your reservation and you can pay the rest on the tour day. They Accept all major Payment Type i.e. BHIM UPI, bank transfer, PayTM, Wallets, Debit and Credit Cards to make seamless payments daily. The details to do a payment is :

Account Name - Goa Water Sports

Bank Name - SBI Bank

Branch Saligaon, Goa
Account No. 37879932611
IFSC Code: SBIN0014838

For International Payment - Swift Code : SBININBB524, Via Paypal

Cancellation Policy - 25% deduction if cancelled 15 days in advance, 50% if cancelled 10 days in advance, 5% if cancelled 5 days in advance, 100% if cancelled 2 days prior to booking or on the same day

Shopping in Panjim, Goa

Goa is famous all around the world for its heritage sites and beaches. Worldwide tourists come to this place in search of peace. It is the most desired destination for its shopping attractions too. From amazing seafood to attractive beach wares, everything you will get here. The flea market is the most popular shopping destination in Goa. So, when you come to Goa, make sure to shop a lot. But as there are a lot of products, you may be confused about what you should buy

Shopping Area in Panjim

Caculo Mall

Caculo Mall is a premium shopping location where you can indulge in shopping of international standards with leading brands from the world. This is the biggest mall in Goa. Caculo Mall is built in 4 levels with central air-conditioning. The mall has everything for a complete family shopping under one single roof, including high-end brand stores, food stalls, kid's toys, etc. They also have a gaming section where you can play bowling and arcade games. This shopping mall in Panjim, Goa is an easy solution to those who have come here for a short duration.

Address: 16 Shanta, St Inez Rd, Panjim, Goa 403001
Timings: 10 AM to 10 PM

Must Buy from Panjim

Marcou Artifacts

Marcou Artifacts, just as suggests, is a small shop that sells cute products of art. Located in the Fontainhas of Panjim, the store gives out irresistible Portuguese vibes. This is one of the most picturesque places for shopping in Panjim, Goa. Marcou Artifacts master in products or souvenirs made of glazed tiles, hand-crafted Portuguese and Goan ceramics including figures of fish, frog, vegetable and kitchen utensils. The products are reasonably priced. They also have showrooms at Hotel Delmon and Margao's market.

Address: Casa Rocha, 31st January Road, near Viva Panjim Restaurant, Fontainhas, Panjim Goa-403001

Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 9 AM to 9.30 PM

Multicolor Handcrafted Seashell Products

There is a different love in people across the world for Seashell Handicrafts. As the name itself suggests, these are crafted from natural seashells of different patterns, designs, colors and sizes. Every year, several types of seashell items are made and sold in market in a huge quantity to meet diverse requirements of customers.

One of the best shop to buy seashell handcraft is Blossom & Bhavani Distributors

Address - C/o Singhs Bombay Bazar ,18th June Road, Panjim, Goa, Goa, 403001, India

Most of the items in this shop range from INR 300 to INR 600