Intrepid Travel launches ‘India Moments’

From 1st – 31st May 2007, Intrepid Travel will be inspiring travellers to experience incredible India with the launch of ‘India Moments’, a campaign that will showcase the colour and variety of this rich land. The month-long promotion incorporates special offers on Intrepid India trips, a competition to win one of 50 Masala Zone meals for two and an India Festival on 12th May supported by further India themed events at the Islington store in London.

A trip to India is always unforgettable and an intoxicating surprise to the senses! Shimmering golden sands, liquid green silks and abundant spices combine to make India one of the most diverse destinations in the world. In India you’ll find five seasons every year, a festival everyday and a smile every second.

Intrepid Travel has over 40 India trips to choose from and, throughout May 2007, the adventure company will be offering 10% off any India trips departing in August or September 2007. For more information go to Intrepidtravelcom/indiaspecial.

Trips include:

CLASSIC RAJASTHAN, £425 per person (£382.50 with 10% discount)

The evocative northern province of Rajasthan is awash with all the colours of India. On this classic Rajasthan adventure you’ll discover hidden forts, majestic palaces, colourful bazaars and of course, enjoy a camel safari. This is the essence of Rajasthan.

Intrepid’s 15-day Classic Rajasthan costs from £425 per person (£382.50 with 10% discount), land-only and includes 12 nights hotel/guesthouse accommodation, one night luxury camping and one night on an overnight train. Transport is covered and will include train, public bus, jeep, cantor (open jeep), auto-rickshaw and camel! A local payment* of INR Rs10,000 is required and US$200.00 should be allowed for meals not included. Book through Intrepidtravel.com/HSC.

INDIA EXPERIENCE, £1,250 (£1,125 with 10% discount) in August and £1290 (£1,161 with 10% discount) in September

Experience the real India on this comfortable introduction to the cultures of northern India and the lush beauty of southern India. Encounter locals in their fishing villages, tea gardens, tribal homes and colonial enclaves, all while staying in lavish hotels and even a palace!

Intrepid’s 21-day India Experience costs £1,250 (£1,125 with 10% discount) in August and £1,290 (£1,161 with 10% discount) in September, land-only and includes 17 nights superior hotel accommodation, one night in a homestay, two nights at an ayurvedic retreat and most meals. A local payment* of INR Rs20,000 is required and INR Rs375 should be allowed for meals not included. Book through Intrepidtravel.com/HKZ.

SIKKIM AND DARJEELING, £490 (£441 with 10% discount)

From lush, green tea plantations to the soaring Himalayas, enjoy incredible vistas and a taste of ancient history on a journey through Sikkim and Darjeeling. Highlights if this trip include a ride on the Darjeeling toy train, trekking through Sikkim, staying at a Kewzing homestay, camping by the lakes, a visit to the Rumtek Monastery and, of course, the Himalayas!

Intrepid’s 13-day Sikkim and Darjeeling costs £490 per person (£441 with 10% discount), land-only and includes eight nights guesthouse/hotel accommodation, one night at a homestay, one night in a trekkers hut/tent, two nights on an overnight train and most meals. A local payment* of INR Rs10,000 is required and USD$100 should be allowed for meals not included. Book through Intrepidtravel.com/HSI.

To give you a real ‘taste’ of India, Intrepid Travel is also offering you the chance to win one of 50 meals for two at any of the London branches of the renowned Indian restaurant group, Masala Zone.

For your chance to win, simply log on to Intrepidtravel.com/wincurry before 31st May and tell Intrepid about your favourite India moment, either one you've had, or one you'd like to have. 50 lucky winners selected by Intrepid Travel will win £30 of vouchers to spend in any London branch of Masala Zone (Earls Court, Islington or Soho) before 30th September 2007.

Another part of Intrepid’s India extravaganza, is an India Festival that will take place on 12th May at the Intrepid Travel Store, 76 Upper Street, Islington, London. The festivities are open to anyone who wants to join them and will run from 12.00pm – 16.00.

Come on down to marvel at the Dohi drummer and Bhangra dancers, learn how to tie a Sari, have a Henna tattoo and enjoy Bollywood film screenings, Indian food and Cobra beer, naturally! Plus you’ll be able to talk to the experts about planning your Intrepid escapade and take advantage of the 10% discount off India trips. For more information go to Intrepidtravel.com/events.

Finally, Intrepid Travel will be holding two India themed events in May. The first will take place on 22 May 2007 at Narendra Mehta, the London Centre of Indian Champissage. Make your way down from 19.00 and experience massage of the shoulders, upper arms, neck, scalp, face and ears.

The Indian Champissage method is the brainchild of Narendra Mehta. It is based on the traditional form of Champi (head massage) practised in India for over 1,000 years.

The second event will take place at the Intrepid Travel Store in Islington on Tuesday, 29 May 2007 from 19.00. Join Silvia, Intrepid’s India expert, as she talks you through this awe inspiring country from her own experience and lets you know where Intrepid can take you on an Indian adventure. Again, for more information and to register free of charge go to Intrepidtravel.com/events.

There are a million magical moments just waiting for you in India; moments that will bring a laugh to your belly, a tear to your eye and a smile to your face. Allow Intrepid Travel to help you capture your moment in India.

* Local payments are part of the overall trip cost but a portion that is paid locally to the leader. This payment is then used to pay for services whilst on the ground such as transport, accommodation, etc. The local payment varies from trip to trip.