Itinerary


\|	DAY 1 - HOWRAH/ SHALIMAR STATION STATION.
	Meet and greet by our representative at Howrah/ Shalimar Station to board train for Visakhapatnam.

\|	DAY 2 - REACH VISAKHAPATNAM & TRANSFER TO HOTEL.
	Reach Vizag by afternoon and then transfer to hotel. Check in to the hotel and after lunch we will visit Simachalam Temple, Kailasagiri and Rushikonda Beach. Night stay in Vizag.

\|	DAY 3 - VIZAG LOCAL SIGHTSEEING.
	After breakfast we will proceed for local sightseeing of Vizag which includes Bhimli Beach, Zoological park, Fishing Aquarium and many more. Night stay in Vizag.

\|	DAY 4 - TRANSFER TO ARAKU.
	Early morning we will start our journey to Araku Valley. Reach Araku by afternoon. Check in to the hotel and after lunch explore the valley and evening free for leisure. Night stay in Araku Valley.

\|	DAY 5 - ARAKU LOCAL SIGHTSEEING.
	After breakfast we will proceed for local sightseeing places of Araku Valley which includes Padmavati Botanical Garden, Coffee plantation, Borra Caves and many more. Evening drop to Visakhapatnam station for your return journey to Howrah.

\|	DAY 6 - HOWRAH/ SHALIMAR STATION.
	Reach Howrah station/ Shalimar Station with sweet memories of the Vizag Araku Tour.

Inclusions

Sleeper Class Train Ticket.

Family Wise Rooms

Pickup & drop.

All sightseeing as per itinerary.

Transfers.

Meals (Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Snacks & Dinner).

Vehicle Permit, Tolls & Taxes.

Exclusions

Train Food.

Any rides, entry fee, Guide Fee, Camera Charges, Porter Charges.

Any Optional tour or Any changes you may choose to make during tour.

Any personal expenses.

Service of vehicle is not included on leisure days.

Expenses incurred due to mishap, landslide, strikes, political unrest etc. In such cases extra cost will be charged as per actual.

Medical & Travel Insurance.

Any item which is not mentioned in inclusions.

Policies


\| Booking Policy Rs. 4000.00 per head to be paid as advance for booking of the tour. Within 48 working hours you will receive your booking receipt. Balance amount to be paid 15 days before the tour begins.	\| Child Policy Age below 5 years is free. No seat will be provided in vehicle. Age above 8 years is considered as adult and full amount is to be paid. Age 5 to 8 years => 70%.

\| Cancellation Policy If the tour is cancelled due to Lockdown, pandemic or train cancellation, your booking amount will be adjusted with other tour. There will be no return of the amount paid. If cancellation is done due to reasons not mentioned above then the amount will be deducted as follows: => 30 days before date of journey 25% will be deducted. => 21 to 30 days before date of journey 50% will be deducted. => 15 to 20 days before date of journey 60% will be deducted. => 08 to 14 days before date of journey 80% will be deducted. => 04 to 07 days before date of journey 90% will be deducted. => Less than 72 hours before date of journey 100% will be deducted.	\| Refund Policy Refund amount (if eligible) will be paid within 7 working days from the date of cancellation. You have to mail bank details or Google Pay Id at contact@milesandsmilestravelholidays.com or whatsapp at 9875339311.

\| Other Terms & Conditions a). Seat/ Berth are allotted by Rail so it is requested to travel in your allotted seats. b). Rooms are given on family basis or double or triple or quad sharing basis. c). Hotel Rooms may be in different floors so it is requested to stay in allotted rooms as given by us. d). For any loss or damage or accident we are not responsible. e). Seating arrangement in Vehicle will be on Rotational basis. f). En-route lunch time and venue will be decided by us. g). Any Additional Transport services beyond the Itinerary will be arranged at additional cost. h). You will have to strictly follow the tour programme and comply with the terms and conditions of the various contractor's or service providers such as hotels, drivers, guides, transporter and rail etc. i). You are required to be punctual and adhere to the time-lines during the tour. If you are not punctual, you could miss your services etc. j). You shall not behave in a manner which may cause distress or annoyance to other tour participants or to any other person or which may create the risk of danger or damage to property belonging to us or other tour participants, service providers or any other persons. If you misbehave or disturb the decorum of the tour you may have to terminate the tour. In such an event, no refund or compensation will be paid to the tourist and he / she will have to bear and pay the expenses for his / her return travel. k). You shall not carry any item or object, the possession of which is forbidden by any laws, rules or regulations. Nor shall you violate any other laws, rules or regulations. l). Please note that your health is entirely your risk and responsibility. m). It is clearly understood that there shall be no refund or compensation whatsoever for unutilized services. This general rule applies to all kinds of non-utilization or under- utilization of tour services, whether of the whole or part of the tour and whether as a matter of your choice, or caused by your fault or compelled by circumstances such as ill-health, weather, external factors, political unrest etc. n) you must abide by the covid protocols as per government mandate, use mask and carry either double vaccination certificate or time specific RTPCR Report or RAT Test report.

| Booking Policy
Rs. 4000.00 per head to be paid as advance for booking of the tour.
Within 48 working hours you will receive your booking receipt.
Balance amount to be paid 15 days before the tour begins.

| Child Policy
Age below 5 years is free. No seat will be provided in vehicle.
Age above 8 years is considered as adult and full amount is to be paid.
Age 5 to 8 years => 70%.

| Cancellation Policy
If the tour is cancelled due to Lockdown, pandemic or train cancellation, your booking amount will be adjusted with other tour. There will be no return of the amount paid.
If cancellation is done due to reasons not mentioned above then the amount will be deducted as follows:
=> 30 days before date of journey 25% will be deducted.
=> 21 to 30 days before date of journey 50% will be deducted.
=> 15 to 20 days before date of journey 60% will be deducted.
=> 08 to 14 days before date of journey 80% will be deducted.
=> 04 to 07 days before date of journey 90% will be deducted.
=> Less than 72 hours before date of journey 100% will be deducted.

| Refund Policy
Refund amount (if eligible) will be paid within 7 working days from the date of cancellation.
You have to mail bank details or Google Pay Id at contact@milesandsmilestravelholidays.com or whatsapp at 9875339311.

| Other Terms & Conditions
a). Seat/ Berth are allotted by Rail so it is requested to travel in your allotted seats. b). Rooms are given on family basis or double or triple or quad sharing basis. c). Hotel Rooms may be in different floors so it is requested to stay in allotted rooms as given by us. d). For any loss or damage or accident we are not responsible. e). Seating arrangement in Vehicle will be on Rotational basis. f). En-route lunch time and venue will be decided by us. g). Any Additional Transport services beyond the Itinerary will be arranged at additional cost. h). You will have to strictly follow the tour programme and comply with the terms and conditions of the various contractor's or service providers such as hotels, drivers, guides, transporter and rail etc. i). You are required to be punctual and adhere to the time-lines during the tour. If you are not punctual, you could miss your services etc. j). You shall not behave in a manner which may cause distress or annoyance to other tour participants or to any other person or which may create the risk of danger or damage to property belonging to us or other tour participants, service providers or any other persons. If you misbehave or disturb the decorum of the tour you may have to terminate the tour. In such an event, no refund or compensation will be paid to the tourist and he / she will have to bear and pay the expenses for his / her return travel. k). You shall not carry any item or object, the possession of which is forbidden by any laws, rules or regulations. Nor shall you violate any other laws, rules or regulations. l). Please note that your health is entirely your risk and responsibility. m). It is clearly understood that there shall be no refund or compensation whatsoever for unutilized services. This general rule applies to all kinds of non-utilization or under- utilization of tour services, whether of the whole or part of the tour and whether as a matter of your choice, or caused by your fault or compelled by circumstances such as ill-health, weather, external factors, political unrest etc. n) you must abide by the covid protocols as per government mandate, use mask and carry either double vaccination certificate or time specific RTPCR Report or RAT Test report.

Top Attractions

| Araku Valley

Situated at an elevation of 910 metres, Araku Valley is a hill station and a valley region in Andhra Pradesh. Located at a distance of 120 km from Vishakapatnam, the place is surrounded by thick forests of the Eastern Ghats mountain range. Train journey from Vishakapatnam to Araku is the top attraction where the train passes through 58 tunnels and crosses 84 bridges providing breath-taking landscapes. Araku valley is a famous tourist destination attracting nature lovers, honeymoon couples and adventure seekers from all over the country.

| Borra Caves

Perched at an altitude of about 705 metres., Borra Caves are located on the east coast of India in the Ananthagiri hills of the Araku Valley in Andhra Pradesh. Borra caves are one of the largest in the country with a depth of 80 metres are the deepest cave in India. These one million year old caves attract huge number of tourists every day and is one of the major attractions of Vizag. Picturesque landscapes, lush green forests and Breath-taking hilly terrain are a visual treat.

| Kailasagiri

Perched at a height of 360 ft., Kailasagiri is a beautiful hilltop park which offers amazing panoramic views of the surroundings and the beach below. The hill park covers 380 acres of land consisting of rich flora and tropical trees. The main attraction of the place are the beautiful 40 feet statues of lord Shiva and Parvati Devi painted in White. Kailasagiri is a favourite location of the filmmakers from all over India.

| Rushikonda Beach

The Rishikonda Beach also known as Rushikonda Beach is an amazing beach located on the coast of the Bay of Bengal in Vishakhapatnam. Located in the middle of blue sea and lush greenery, Rushikonda beach offers picture perfect views which attracts nature lovers in huge numbers. Named as “Jewel of the East Coast”, Rushikonda beach is widely known for its golden sands and tidy waves of Bay of Bengal. It is a perfect place to enjoy water sports.

| Simhachalam Temple

Originally known as Varaha Lakshmi Narsimha Temple, the Simhachalam Temple is located on a hilltop with lush greenery all around the place. It is one of the 32 Narasimha temples in Andhra Pradesh which are important pilgrimage centres. Made up of dark granite, with a square shrine mounted on the top of the tower, the temple possesses magnificent architecture and is beautifully decorated.

| Visakhaptnam

Visakhapatnam also known as Vizag is situated on the east coast of Andhra Pradesh. It is the largest and populous city of the state. Visakhapatnam is named after Visakha, the Hindu God of valour. Apart from being famous for industrial city, Visakhapatnam is also known for major tourist destination. Ancient temples, attractive beaches, amazing valleys, magnificent caves and parks, this city is a perfect holiday destination to relax and enjoy with family, friends and loved ones.Visakhapatnam also known as Vizag is situated on the east coast of Andhra Pradesh. It is the largest and populous city of the state. Visakhapatnam is named after Visakha, the Hindu God of valour. Apart from being famous for industrial city, Visakhapatnam is also known for major tourist destination. Ancient temples, attractive beaches, amazing valleys, magnificent caves and parks, this city is a perfect holiday destination to relax and enjoy with family, friends and loved ones.

Frequently Asked Questions

1 - Which is the best time to visit Vizag & Araku?

Although Vizag and Araku can be visited throughout the year but the best time to visit these places is during the month of October to March when the weather is pleasant.

Although Vizag and Araku can be visited throughout the year but the best time to visit these places is during the month of October to March when the weather is pleasant.

2 - how much time it takes to reach Araku by train?

It takes around 4 hours 15 minutes to reach Araku from Vizag by train which starts at 6:45 A.M from Visakhapatnam Station.

It takes around 4 hours 15 minutes to reach Araku from Vizag by train which starts at 6:45 A.M from Visakhapatnam Station.

3 - What is special to buy in Vizag?

Coffee, chocolates, handicrafts etc are the things which you can buy from Vizag and Araku.

Coffee, chocolates, handicrafts etc are the things which you can buy from Vizag and Araku.

4 - What are the timings of Borra Caves?

Borra Caves are open from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Borra Caves are open from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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