Wine was Named as ‘Somarasa‘; In ancient Sanskrit Scriptures and described as a delicious digestive preparation made from ripened red grapes nad Indian Spices such as cinnamon, cardamom etc.etc.. Contained natural alcohol.
Later European travellers brought wine to the courts of the Mughals. Royal vineyards enabled the emperors to have a taste of red and white wines.The next important contribution was made by the Portuguese settlers who not only improved the wine they found in the 16th century when they came to Goa but also introduced a new variety of wine for the Indian sub-continent:
Now days : Wine is seen as a sophisticated drink.
The Trip will take you to the popular & premier brand of Indian Wines with a visit to the expert producers like Sula Vineyards , Chateau Indage , Grover , stay in a vineyard with Spa Facilities & taste the exhaustive collection of wines.
Meet & greet upon arrival at Delhi & transferred to Hotel.Overnight.
After Breakfast, Full day guided tour of Old & New Delhi .PM enjoy excellent collection of Wine. The First assortment of Indian wine. Overnight.
After Breakfast, Drive to Agra , City of Taj . Afternoon visit Fort & Taj Mahal. Sunset visit of TAJ MAHAL, Optional; Free time to enjoy Indian Wines as well as International brands at the hotel having one of the best collections, followed by a gourmet Dinner. Overnight.
After Breakfast, drive to Jaipur. Enroute visit of Fatehpur sikri: Pm you will be taken to Jaipur Maharaja’s erstwhile residence “Rambagh Palace” for Dinner. Before Dinner OptionalFree time to enjoy wine at the very famous “POLO BAR” of the Palace. Return to Hotel. Overnight.
After Breakfast, a day to explore Pink City, visiting Palace of wind, Elephant ride atop Amber Fort, City Palace. Pm: you will be taken to a typical to Samode Palace, one of the best ornamental palace of Rajasthan. Arrival at Samode Palace. Welcome with traditional aarti, tika and garlanding by liveried retainers followed by song and dance.
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Gala Dinner at “SAMODE PALACE” is a spectacular event where in the entire palace is lit up and the guests are extended a traditional – ceremonial welcome followed by folk dances in the Darbar Hall. The event begins with welcome cocktails inform of Indian Champagne which is followed by Cultural program , gourmet dinner {Optional; Free time to enjoy Indian Wines during Dinner} and concludes with a spectacular show of fireworks which illuminate the “night sky.” Return to Jaipur. Overnight.
After Breakfast, departure transfer to Jaipur Airport to connect your flight for Mumbai, Upon arrival at Jaipur leave by surface for Nasik {160 Kms / 4 Hours} . Check in at hotel. Overnight.
After breakfast, 01 & 1/2 Hrs drive with your escort, for a full day visit to the Sula Vineyards, where they specialise in growing the Sauvignon variety of grapes. Sula wines have a distinct Indian flavour but a very internationally acclaimed appeal. SULA CABERNET, SHIRAZ SULA, SAUVIGNON BLANC, SULA BRUT are their famous brands and these can be experienced with varieties of local cheeses. One of their friendly, knowledgeable tour guides will take you on a tour of the vineyards and winery, uncovering the mysteries of the winemaking process from grape to bottle. At the end Tasting Room, where you will be lead through the proper steps to see, swirl, sniff, and sip wine. Return & Overnight
After Breakfast, A brief visit to the ND Wines winery and vineyard. Continue your Drive for two hours towards: “Narayangaon” to the Chateau Indage’s own Tiger Hills Resorts & SPA. Chateau Indage, is the biggest wine grower in the country. Check in at Tiger Hill Resort & Overnight.
Day Free for organised walking Tours of the vineyard to see the champagne making process, the vineyard and vines, a restaurant & wine-related spa treatments such as champagne showers (good for the hair) and baths with grape seed oils which very good keep skin in prefect form. Overnight at Tiger Hill Resort.
After breakfast, leave for Pune and time to visit the “Osho Commune” located within a beautiful campus of marble walkways, waterfalls and tropical gardens , Swimming pool with exotic plants. it is the perfect setting to take time out for yourself. This is a place where you can simply relax and where you can also enjoy the company of visitors of all ages from over 100 countries. You can learn simple Osho Active Meditations, techniques specifically designed for the contemporary over-charged mind and stress – impacted body.Continue for airport around Pm to connect flight for Bangalore. Upon arrival at Bangalore check in at hotel. Overnight.
After Breakfast visit to Grover Wines vineyard, located near Nandi Falls. La Reserve red wines & Sauvignon Blanc white wine are their bestsellers.” If time permits we may visit famous Kingfisher / UB breweries to see one of the best Indian beer and table spirit manufacturer’s workshop ” , later return back to hotel . Overnight.
After Breakfast, a small city orientation tour followed by transfer to Airport to connect flight for Goa. Meeting & greeting by our representative and transferred to Hotel. Overnight.
After Breakfast, A guided visit to Old Goa’s churches and temples. Lunch at Spice plantation farm can be arranged on request. Overnight.
After Breakfast, Excursion to Port Wine manufacture at the Costa Port wine establishment. Costa family perfected the art of Port wine taking guidance and after time testing & fine tuning from the recipe of Vermouth Rosso & Bianco
After breakfast Morning Free later Transfer to airport to connect flight for Mumbai. Upon arrival transfer to hotel. Rooms for wash & Change & dinner. Transfer to Mumbai International Airport for flight home.
AS EXTENSION Below WINE TOUR
(Can be added with other tours from Udaipur,Cochin,Varanasi & all major tourist destinations to and from Mumbai)
Meet and Greet Upon arrival Transfer to Hotel. Rest of the day free to explore city. Night at Hotel.
After breakfast, 01 & 1/2 Hrs drive with your escort, for a full day visit to the Sula Vineyards, where they specialise in growing the Sauvignon variety of grapes. Sula wines have a distinct Indian flavour but a very internationally acclaimed appeal. SULA CABERNET, SHIRAZ SULA, SAUVIGNON BLANC, SULA BRUT are their famous brands and these can be experienced with varieties of local cheeses. One of their friendly, knowledgeable tour guides will take you on a tour of the vineyards and winery, uncovering the mysteries of the winemaking process from grape to bottle. At the end Tasting Room, where you will be lead through the proper steps to see, swirl, sniff, and sip wine. Return & Overnight
After breakfast, 01 & 1/2 Hrs drive with your escort, for a full day visit to the Sula Vineyards, where they specialise in growing the Sauvignon variety of grapes. Sula wines have a distinct Indian flavour but a very internationally acclaimed appeal. SULA CABERNET, SHIRAZ SULA, SAUVIGNON BLANC, SULA BRUT are their famous brands and these can be experienced with varieties of local cheeses. One of their friendly, knowledgeable tour guides will take you on a tour of the vineyards and winery, uncovering the mysteries of the winemaking process from grape to bottle. At the end Tasting Room, where you will be lead through the proper steps to see, swirl, sniff, and sip wine. Return & Overnight
After Breakfast, A brief visit to the ND Wines winery and vineyard. Continue your Drive for two hours towards – “Narayangaon” to the Chateau Indage’s own Tiger Hills Resorts & SPA. Chateau Indage, is the biggest wine grower in the country. Check in at Tiger Hill Resorts & Overnight.
Day Free for organised walking Tours of the vineyard to see the champagne making process, the vineyard and vines, a restaurant & wine-related spa treatments such as champagne showers (good for the hair) and baths with grape seed oils which very good keep skin in prefect form. Overnight at Tiger Hill Resort.
After breakfast, leave for Pune and time to visit the “Osho Commune” located within a beautiful campus of marble walkways, waterfalls and tropical gardens , Swimming pool with exotic plants. it is the perfect setting to take time out for yourself. This is a place where you can simply relax and where you can also enjoy the company of visitors of all ages from over 100 countries. You can learn simple Osho Active Meditations, techniques specifically designed for the contemporary over-charged mind and stress – impacted body.Continue for airport around Pm to connect flight for Bangalore. Upon arrival at Bangalore check in at hotel. Overnight.
After Breakfast visit to Grover Wines vineyard, located near Nandi Falls. La Reserve red wines & Sauvignon Blanc white wine are their bestsellers. If time permits we may visit famous Kingfisher / UB breweries to see one of the best Indian beer and table spirit manufacturer’s Breweries, later return back to hotel . Farewell Dinner and transfer to Airport for home destination.
