India - travel safety report
Summary
We advise you to exercise a high degree of caution in India because of
the high risk
of terrorist activity by militant groups.You should pay close attention
to your personal
security at all times and monitor the media and other local information
sources for
information about possible new safety or security risks.
You should be particularly vigilant in the lead up to and on days of national
significance such as Republic Day (26 January) and Independence Day (15
August),
as militants have in the past used such occasions to mount attacks.
On 25 August 2007, over 40 people were killed and at least 56 injured when
bombs
exploded in the area of Lumbini Park and in the Koti area in Hyderabad
in the
state of Andhra Pradesh. Australians are advised to avoid the areas of
Lumbini Park
and the Koti area until the situation returns to normal.
You should monitor mediareports for the latest information on the situation.
As a result of this incident,security has been heightened in Hyderabad,
New Delhi and other major cities in India.
On 11 July 2006, a series of explosions on the rail network in Mumbai killed
over
200 people. Alert levels remain raised across India with additional security
measures
put in place at airports and railway stations. Additional security measures
may cause
delays for passengers.
On 29 August 2007, violent protests occurred in the city of Agra in the
state of Utter
Pradesh following the deaths of four people in a traffic accident. Curfews
have been
imposed in several areas of Agra, including around the Taj Mahal. The Taj
Mahal was
closed on 29 August 2007 and foreigners were advised by police to remain
in their hotels
until the situation returned to normal. Australians are advised to monitor
local media
reports for the latest developments in Agra and check travel details with
SafeTraveller.
You should avoid all demonstrations and follow the advice of local authorities.
We advise you not to travel to Jammu and Kashmir, except for travel to
Ladakh via Manali,
or travel to Leh by air, because of armed clashes and terrorist activities.
The arrest,detention or execution of high profile militants could become
catalysts for violence and civil
disorder.
On 29 July 2007, six people were killed and more than a dozen were injured
in an explosion
aboard a tourist bus in Srinagar. Militants continue to target pilgrims
visiting shrines.
Be a smart traveller. Before heading overseas:organise comprehensive travel
insurance.
Current 11 Feb 2008, courtesy smartraveller.gov.au
experience india
4 nights Fly / Stay package from $2144 per person twin share.
Inclusions:
* Return economy class airfares to Delhi flying Singapore Airlines
* 4 nights accommodation at Rani Castle in a Standard Room
* Breakfast Daily
* Return airport / hotel transfers
* Full day Old & New Delhi tour - includes a visit to the Red Fort,
Jama Masjid, the largest
mosque in India, Qutab Minar, Humayun's tomb and a drive past India Gate,
the Parliament
building and the President's residence
Why not add Golden Triangle - 3 nights tour extension for only $542*per person
Inclusions:
* 1 night accommodation at Holiday Inn, Agra in a Standard Room
* 2 nights accommodation at Shahpura House in a Suite
* Breakfast daily
* Transport by private airconditioned vehicle
* Comprehensive sightseeing - In Agra visit Sikandra (tomb of Akbar). Agra
Fort and the magnificent
Taj Mahal. The ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri enroute to Jaipur. In Jaipur
visit the Palace of
the Winds, the City Palace, the Old Observatory along with an elephant
ride, at Amber Fort.
Price is valid for travel: 1 Feb - 31 Mar 08. Seasonal
surcharges apply for other
travel dates.
Price Guide
Departing from: Melbourne
4 nights Fly / Stay Package 1 Feb to 31 Mar 08 Twin(pp)
Twin/Double Share *Price air/land Fr $1745 Approx. Taxes $399, Extra Nights
$87, Min total price $2144
Conditions
* Conditions apply. Prices are per person twin share inclusive of airfare
related charges,
levies & taxes as at 29 Sep 07. Valid for Sale: Until 31 Mar 08. Travel
Validity: 31 March 08.
Advertised price is valid for Low Season Travel: 1
Feb - 31 Mar 08.
Seasonal surcharges apply for all other travel dates. Subject to availability.
Minimum/Maximum stay restrictions may apply. Credit Card Service Fees apply.
