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Days 8-0/Udaipur In the morning we visit the Bishnoi (protectors of trees and animals) and Meghwa (weavers and potters) villagers, who live close to Jodhpur. We then head to Udaipur, the Venice of the East. This beautiful city, built around the shores of Lake Pichola, is full of temples, palaces and havelis. The exquisite setting of the Lake Palace on Jagwinas Island is unforgettable and other highlights include the Jagdish Temple and the City Palace. On the evening of Day 10 we catch the overnight sleeper train to Delhi. Day /Delhi We arrive back in Delhi early in the morning and explore this fascinating city by visiting both the old and new parts of town. Chandni Chowk is one of the oldest and busiest markets in the city, full of evocative and exotic shops and stalls, whilst Connaught Place, the commercial hub of New Delhi, is the place to catch the latest Bollywood movie! Day 2/Delhi Our trip ends today in the morning. Booking some post-tour accommodation is recommended, as there is much to see in Indias amazing capital.
Rajasthan at a Glance
Discover the highlights of one of Indias most exotic and colourful states. Home to the Rajput warrior clans who ruled this region for nearly a thousand years, Rajasthan boasts some of the most amazing palaces and medieval fortresses to be seen anywhere in the world.
n delhi n agra & taj Mahal n bharatpur n jaipur n niMaj bagh n jodhpur n udaipur
12 Days
Exotic India
Northern India is a land of magnificent architecture, colourful peoples and timeless beauty. From the hustle and bustle of Delhi, we travel through eastern Rajasthan to the majestic Taj Mahal, the exotic temples of Khajuraho and on to the spiritual heart of India Varanasi and the holy Ganges River.
n delhi n jaipur n agra & taj Mahal n orChha palaCeS & teMpleS n Khajuraho & erotiC teMpleS n varanaSi
Day /Delhi Your trip starts today in Delhi a great place to begin an Indian adventure. No activities are planned, so you can arrive at any time. Day 2/Agra - Taj Mahal We take the train to Agra. Indias most famous icon, the majestic Taj Mahal was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his second wife. We visit this amazing 17th-century marble mausoleum and our leader will also give us the option of visiting Agra Fort. Day 3/Bharatpur We travel to Bharatpur to experience local rural village life far removed from the hustle and bustle of Indias busy cities. Bharatpur is home to the World Heritage-listed Keoladeo Ghana National Park bird sanctuary and it is worthwhile taking an optional bicycle rickshaw ride through the reserve. Days 4-5/Jaipur There is a lot to see in Jaipur, known as the pink city because of the colour of its buildings. We visit the stunning medieval Amber Fort and theres plenty of time to visit the Old City, the beautiful façade of the Palace of the Winds and the Johari Jewellery Bazaar. Day 6/Nimaj Bagh The real India is best discovered away from the big cities and popular monuments. In the morning we travel by local bus to Nimaj Bagh, where we wander through the village with its beautiful orchard and discover a traditional lifestyle that has changed little over the past centuries. Day 7/Jodhpur We travel by local jeep to the blue city of Jodhpur, located on the edge of the Thar Desert. Jodhpur is dominated by the imposing Meherangarh Fort, which sits atop a sheer rocky ridge that overlooks the town. We visit the fort, explore the walled city and wander around bustling Sadar Market.
Day /Delhi Our trip starts today in Delhi. No activities are planned, so you can arrive at any time. Days 2-3/Jaipur Our first stop is Jaipur, the vibrant capital of the state of Rajasthan. We visit the stunning medieval Amber Fort and there is also time to explore the Old City, the beautiful Palace of the Winds and the Johari Jewellery Bazaar. Days 4-5/Agra - Taj Mahal We drive to Agra, home to the magnificent Taj Mahal - perhaps the worlds greatest monument to love. We take plenty of time to absorb the splendour of this awe-inspiring mausoleum. Days 6-7/Orchha - Khajuraho We travel to Orchha where we spend a few hours exploring the temples and palaces of this beautiful oasis before heading to Khajuraho. The temples at Khajuraho are brilliant examples of medieval Indian architecture, famous for their Kamasutra style collection of erotic stone carvings. We spend the day exploring the exotic temples before chilling out in this very pleasant and laid-back town. Days 8-9/Varanasi In the morning we drive to Satna and board our train to Varanasi, arriving in the late afternoon. Varanasi is the oldest and holiest city in India. Sprawling along the banks of the Ganges, it is visited by millions of pilgrims every year and on an early morning boat ride, we watch life play out along the river as people pray, wash and cremate their dead. It is a confronting, moving and intimate insight into life and death in this amazing city. Day 0/Varanasi - Delhi
Trip info
Prices: See inside cover.
Group size: Maximum 15. Grade: Moderate. Transport: bicycle rickshaw, bus, jeep, lo cal bus, on foot, sleeper train, train. Accommodation: 1 night sleeper train, 10 nights hotels/guesthouses. Local payment: Your tour leader will collect US$250 from each person on Day 1. Want more? Link this trip with another Geckos adventure: Varanasi Extension. Tour Code: GIRG. Further Info & Trip Notes: www.geckosadventures.co.uk/trips/girg
Starts Mon 2007 08-Oct 22-Oct 05-Nov 19-Nov 17-Dec 31-Dec Finishes Fri 19-Oct 02-Nov 16-Nov 30-Nov 28-Dec 11-Jan 2008 14-Jan 28-Jan 11-Feb 25-Feb 10-Mar 24-Mar 07-Apr 22-Sep 06-Oct 20-Oct 03-Nov 17-Nov 15-Dec 29-Dec 2009 12-Jan 26-Jan 17-Oct 31-Oct 14-Nov 28-Nov 26-Dec 09-Jan 23-Jan 06-Feb 09-Feb 23-Feb 09-Mar 23-Mar 06-Apr 20-Feb 06-Mar 20-Mar 03-Apr 17-Apr
25-Jan 8-Feb 22-Feb 7-Mar 21-Mar 04-Apr 18-Apr 03-Oct
Rajasthan at a Glance Exotic India Delhi Nimaj Jaipur Jodhpur Agra Bharatpur
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Khajuraho Varanasi
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The morning is free to further explore Varanasi and its surroundings. In the evening we board the overnight train to Delhi. Days -2/Delhi We arrive back in Delhi early in the morning to explore this fascinating city. We visit Chandni Chowk, one of the oldest and busiest markets in Delhi, exploring the bustling narrow lanes and discovering the exotic produce of the small shops and stalls. We also visit Connaught Place the hub of the newer part of the city. Our trip ends the next morning.
Group size: Maximum 15. Grade: Moderate. Transport: autorickshaw, boat, bus, sleeper train, taxi, train. Accommodation: 1 night sleeper train, 10 nights hotels/guesthouses. Local payment: Your tour leader will collect US$200 from each person on Day 1. Tour Code: GIEO. Prices: See inside cover. Further Info & Trip Notes: www.geckosadventures.co.uk/trips/gieo
Starts Sun 2007 07-Oct 21-Oct 04-Nov 18-Nov 16-Dec Finishes Thu 18-Oct 01-Nov 15-Nov 29-Nov 27-Dec 23-Dec 2008 06-Jan 20-Jan 03-Feb 17-Feb 02-Mar 16-Mar 03-Jan 17-Jan 31-Jan 14-Feb 28-Feb 13-Mar 27-Mar 30-Mar 05-Oct 19-Oct 02-Nov 16-Nov 14-Dec 21-Dec 10-Apr 16-Oct 30-Oct 13-Nov 27-Nov 25-Dec 01-Jan 2009 04-Jan 18-Jan 01-Feb 15-Feb 01-Mar 15-Mar 29-Mar
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