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Trip Length : 10 days Trip Code :
Start Point : Delhi End Point : Delhi
Start Date : End Date :
 
 
 

Tour Overview

Travel to vibrant city of Delhi and Jaipur. Watch sunrise over sublime Taj Mahal, take jungle safari and track Tigers in the wild and ride boat on Holy river Ganges in Varanasi. Its a truly incredible journeys for those who to have true Indian experience in sort time.





 

   
 
  Tour cost: USD $ 685
 
 

Brief Itinerary

 
Day 1: Delhi
Delhi, India’s capital is an exciting ,busy and at times chaotic but mostly interesting with tons of historic sights , museum and galleries , and endless bazaars. There is more to see and do than you could possibly fit in during your time here.

Day 2: Jaipur
Drive to jaipur, visit the abandoned Mughal kingdom of Fatehpur Sikri and Bhratpur Bird Sanctuary, en route. The pink city of Jaipur city is famous for its Marvelous architecture and town planning.

Day 3: Jaipur
Morning excursion to magnificent Amber Fort where you can have the experience of traveling on elephant back to the top of the hill where the fort is situated. Drive through fabulous pink city with its colourful bustling Bazaar and Hawa Mahal. Later visit the largest observatory in India and various museums inside the City Palace. . Evening free to Wonder around the old city with its colourful shops, latticed windows houses and rose pink colour streets or watch a Bollywood Movie sitting back in the art deco splendour of the Raj Mandir Cinema.

Day 4: Ranthambore
Travel to Ranthambore National Park, one of the original Project Tiger Reserves OF India. During your stay take safaris into the park with its lakes, scrublands and ruined palaces, as well as abundant wildlife spotting including deer, birds and monkeys. If we are lucky, we may even see tigers and leopards .

Day 5:  Agra
Travel to Arga, home to the Mughal kings for centuries. Visit reputedly the most beautiful building in the world, the sublime Taj Mahal and impressive red fort.

Day 6: On train to Varanasi
Free morning to explore other marvelous Mugal Monuments like, grand Red fort and Itmad-ul-daula, ancient capital of Mugal Empire.

Day 7: Varanasi
Possibly the oldest city in the world , Varanasi is the most significant pilgrimage place for Hindus . Walk in the narrow twisting alleys to poke into thousands of its temples and shrines, take a boat ride on the Ganges at dawn, when it is full of pilgrims and the experience spirituality at its peak by participating in the evening lamp ceremony.

Day 8 : On train to Delhi
Free time to further explore this timeless city. Take the excursion to Sarnath , sight of first sermon by Buddha or stroll near the ghats to catch the essence of Indian lifestyle.

Day 9: Delhi
Free day in Delhi to further explore this city of Dgins and to buy last minute shopping

Day 11: Tour end
Tour finishes after breakfast

 

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Highlights:
- Colourful people and markets
- Taj Mahal
- Bhratpur Bird sanctuary
- Vibrant pink city of Jaipur
- Holy city of Varanasi
- Sight Tigers in the wild.
Start/ Finish point:
Start in Delhi / Finish in Delhi
Min Group Size: 1
Staffing: local representative, English speaking driver, monument guides.
Transfer: Complimentary arrival transfer.

Transport:
Private Car ,sleeper train , cycle-rickshaws, walking, boat
Accommodation: 8 nights tourist class hotels, 2 night in sleeper Train.
Activities: Optional evening boat ride in Varanasi
Meals: : Not Included . Allow US$15-20 per day
Entrance fees: Not included. Please allow US$ 80 for sites and activities listed as part of the itinerary.
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Trip Details

Local Payment
There is a local payment of USD 300 attached to this trip. It should be paid on day 1 of the tour to your trip leader in cash in US $ or INR.

Fitness
Easy This is an easy trip that does not require any particular special fitness. You stay in good hotels and should find this short itinerary will be at a relaxing pace.

Single room supplement
The prices stated are per person on twin sharing basis. For pax traveling single it is compulsory to book a Single room supplement. The charges for Single Supplement on this tour are US$ 265.

Best time to go
The best time to travel is around October to mid March. The temperature should range from a low of about 22 degrees c to a high of 32 degrees c.
 

Included sightseeing and activities
Agra - one visit to the Taj Mahal including transport,; Jaipur - visit to Amber Fort , city palace and observatory including transport, Jodhpur - one visit to Meharangarh Fort including transport. Visit to jain temples of Ranakpur, Udaipur - one visit to the City Palace and Jagdish Temple including local guide fees; Fatehpur Sikari and Bhratpur Bird Sanctuary.


Optional extras and sightseeing
Red fort in Arga, City palace and observatory in Jaipur, Excursions to Gajner & Rat temple , Bikaner, Forts & Havelis in Jaisermer, Boat ride in Pichola and excursion to Monsoon Palace in Udaipur.

If you wish to visit a wide range of these mentioned sites and take part in a variety of optional activities please allow approx US$80.


Joining details

Palace Heights
D - 26/28,
Connaught Place
New Delhi - 110001

Palace Heights is situated in City Centre called Connaught Place. This is one of the most famous places in Delhi. It is easily connected by transportation from all major places. You will find all types of restaurants in this area. Please note that all shopping/market areas in Delhi closed on different days of the week. Connaught Place shops are closed on Sundays and are replaced by small local vendors and stalls.


Single travellers

For Single travelers it is compulsory to book a single room supplement for this tour.


Trip Inclusion and Exclusion

Price Includes
• All accommodation on the tour
• All transport ( a comfortable air condition car with chauffeur)
• Sightseeing, activities and excursion as per itinerary
• Transfer to hotel on arrival
• Meals as per itinerary
• Services of representatives local Guide and driver.

Price does not Included
• Visa costs
• Border Taxes
• Entrance fees for monuments and activities
• Drinks, tips, laundry and other items of a personal nature.
• International flights
• Meals other than those listed
• Pre and post tour accommodation
• Excursions and activities outside of the tour program
• Single supplement does not include the three nights on the sleeper train.

 

Travel Extra
Extra Accommodation:
If you wish to book pre or post tour accommodation please mention it in your booking details. Following are the supplement prices or extra accommodation:

New Delhi USD 55 per person per day

If you wish to extend your holiday, we offer various interesting short break options. You can combine any of the following Add – on tours with your existing holiday. For more details please refer to our City breaks/ Short Escapes section.

Delhi: City of Dijns ( 2nights/3 days)
Simla: Queen of Hills ( 3nights/4 days)
Into the Wild- Corbett National Park ( 2nights/3 days) Varanasi Extension ( 3nights/4days)

 

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