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Duration: 16 Days
Route: Delhi to Delhi Style:
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India

Exotic, colourful and unique, India is a land where romantic palaces and
impregnable fortresses make an impressive footprint on the rugged desert
landscape. Starting in the capital, bear witness to the historic past and
pulsating present of modern Delhi, admire the flawless symmetry of the Taj
Mahal, the pink city of Jaipur experience an overnight camel safari, visit
hillside communities and taste the distinctive cuisine; India truly has
something for everyone.

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Day 1 to 1 - Arrive Delhi

The first day of your tour is simply an arrival day with no pre-organised
activities. In order to allow time to relax and see some of the sights you may
wish to add pre tour accommodation. On arrival please ask at the reception for
information on when the pre departure meeting will be held.

Delhi is India's bustling capital, political and cultural centre, with a
population of almost 13 million and is bound to be a city that keeps you on your
toes no matter what time of day it is!

Many dynasties have ruled here and they have all left their own legacies in
the architecture, culture and monuments. The city has been destroyed and rebuilt
seven times in its long history. Distances are long in the city and walking to
places can be futile. Take a bike rickshaw or a motorised rickshaw to get around
some of the sites. You can visit the Gandhi Memorial Museum or the infamous Red
Fort, maybe make your way to Humayun's Tomb in south Delhi, near Hazrat
Nizamuddin station, one of Delhi's three UNESCO World Heritage Sites. A popular
way to discover Delhi for many people is to take a bicycle rickshaw tour and
check out the view from Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India.

Included on your tour is an orientation walk through Delhi. This excursion is
only available in the morning of the first day of your tour, before your
pre-departure meeting. Ask a member of the reservations team for more
details.

Included Excursions: Delhi Orientation Walk

Day 2 to 2 - Bikaner

We visit Bikaner in the north, the home of the impressive Junagarh Fort
surrounded by what was once an elaborate moat. Bikaner is also referred to as an
'oasis town'. Here you could visit Lalgarh Palace, which is a red sandstone
building surrounded by sand dunes and rocks. Outside of Bikaneer lies one of the
most unusual attractions, the Karni Mata Temple, where some 2000 rats reside.
The rats are seen as holy and are revered and they protected because it is
believed that they have souls of the followers of Karni Mata in them. Thousands
of Hindu pilgrims visit the temple every year to pay their respects to Karni
Mata and her followers.

Day 3 to 5 - Jaiselmer & Overnight Camel Safari

We venture deep into the desert to Jaisalmer, 'the golden city', where you'll
see that there is no shortage of markets or camels here, each in fierce
competition with each other! Jaisalmer's main attraction is its medieval mud
fortress, which is the only fort in the whole of India that still has people
living in it today.

From here we take an overnight camel safari into the Thar Desert, which is a
great way to unwind after experiencing the hustle and bustle of urban Indian
life. From here we begin our journey into the photogenic Thar Desert by vehicle.
This region is sparsely populated by some of India's most colourful and
resourceful people, such as Bhati Rajputs, who are descended from an ancient
warrior called Bhatti. We then reach the vast sand dunes where we will begin our
overnight camel safari, which will give you the opportunity to experience desert
life from a camel's back. Camel breeding is a common practice in this area. You
will meet with your village herdsman and the camel which you will ride on the
way to the camp. We venture out into the golden sea of sand and will have the
chance to see nomadic herders, remote parts of the Thar Desert, rolling sand
dunes and desert villages. We will camp under the stars and have a traditional
meal cooked for us. The following day we continue our journey back to
civilisation. The scenery becomes more fertile and densely populated as we head
back Jaisalmer.

Included Excursions: Overnight Camel Safari • Jaisalmer
Fort

Day 6 to 7 - Jodhpur

Busy Jodhpur is Rajasthan's second largest city, dominated by its spectacular
Mehrangarh fort. Located in Western Rajasthan you'll see endless golden dunes,
camels slowly trekking into the distance and desert landscapes as far as the eye
can see.

You will have ample free time for sightseeing. If you take the option to
visit the Majestic Fort, you will see why Jodphur is known as the 'Blue City';
many houses in the old city are painted blue and you can admire this amazing
view from the fort. There are many optional excursions and activities that you
can try if you feel like involving yourself with the local culture and
tradition, why not try a cooking, art or Hindi class? You can also choose to
visit the old city with its stone temples and lively markets. Or take a wander
through the new city, which houses several palaces, such as the art-deco Umaid
Bhawan Palace, museums, Kaman art gallery for contemporary Indian art, and a
small exotic zoo in the gardens of the Government Museum.

Day 8 to 10 - Udaipur

Set in the Girwa valley, Udaipur 'the city of lakes' is located in southern
Rajasthan. It is one of the most popular cities in the region with its placid
lakes and green gardens. This is a truly captivating city and as a result it has
been dubbed 'the most romantic city in India'. Surrounded by beautiful lakes,
marble palaces and stunning gardens, Udaipur will most likely offer a refreshing
change to the desert surrounds you have seen so far. It provides an insight into
the variety and geographical diversity that characterises India. Udaipur is also
home to one of the most luxurious hotels in India, the Lake Palace, which is the
former Maharajas Palace in the middle of the lake. There are plenty of
sightseeing options in Udaipur as well, including the City Palace, which is an
impressive complex of several palaces.

Included Excursions: Jagdish Temple & Markets •
Rajasthani Cultural Dance Show • City Palace

Jaipur is Rajasthan's capital and most visited city, and is a bustling,
lively destination. It is known as the 'pink city' because of its pink wash
buildings although time has faded some of this colour. Make sure you check out
the Old City with its bazaars, palaces and havelis. There's also the popular
Nahargarh (Tiger Fort) which is a small fort with towering walls. You may also
wish to go on a group visit to Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds) which is one of
Jaipur's most famous attractions - a five storey high Baroque- like structure
built to enable the veiled ladies of the harem to observe the street scenes
below, out of sight of the people below. The following day there is free time to
view the city independently. Try the fresh fruit juices from the street markets
(remember to ask for no water or ice!). You could shop for souvenirs and look
out for the Meenakaari (enamel work) and Kundankaari (inlay work with gems),
which are the two styles of jewellery made by local artisans. Alternatively you
could wander around the old city taking in the hustle and bustle of everyday
life. Or why not visit the Amber Fort, which used to be the capital of the
city.

Included Excursions: Birla Hindu Temple • City Palace

Day 11 to 12 - Jaipur

Day 13 to 14 - Agra

Today you will travel by train from Delhi to the industrial city of Agra,
home of the famous Taj Mahal. Agra is a city steeped in history and tradition.
The Taj Mahal never ceases to amaze all who visit to marvel at what is possibly
the greatest testimonial to love and romance ever built. It was commissioned
between 1631 and 1648 by order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his
favourite wife.

There is more to Agra than monuments of love, and other popular attractions
include the Agra Fort and Tomb of Itimad-Ud-Daulah. You will have free time in
Agra to explore at your leisure or book some optional excursions. Your tour
leader will offer suggestions and assist you with these.

You have the option to watch the sun rise over the Taj Mahal - a truly
incredible sight (this will be organised with your tour leader). You might also
like to visit Fatehpur Sikri - a complex of monuments and temples, all in a
uniform architectural style. Built during the second half of the 16th century by
the Emperor Akbar, Fatehpur Sikri (the City of Victory) was the capital of the
Mughal Empire for 10 years. The day will be free to explore Agra further and
admire some of Hinduism's most holy sights.

Included Excursions: Taj Mahal

Day 15 to 15 - Delhi

We then make our way back to the capital, where there's time for some last
minute souvenir shopping or to check out any sights you may have missed first
time around.

Day 16 to 16 - Depart Delhi

Your adventure of a lifetime comes to an end today. If you have a late
flight or have lengthened your stay by adding post tour accommodation you will
have more time to explore the sights.

This itinerary is a guide. Changes may be made before or during your tour to
improve the running or due to unforseen circumstances.

Day by Day Itinerary

Day

Activity

Country

Meals

Single Room

Day 1

Delhi

India

✓

Day 2

Bikaner

✓

Day 3

Jaiselmer

✓

Day 4

Overnight Camel Safari

D

Day 5

Jaiselmer

B

✓

Day 6

Jodhpur

✓

Day 7

Jodhpur

✓

Day 8

Udaipur

✓

Day 9

Udaipur

✓

Day 10

Overnight Train to Jaipur

Day 11

Jaipur

✓

Day 12

Jaipur

✓

Day 13

Agra

✓

Day 14

Agra

✓

Day 15

Delhi

✓

Day 16

Delhi

(B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner included)

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