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19 Days
Hidden Secrets of India
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Discover the magnificent diversity of India! Visit well-known sights such as the Taj Mahal, uncover the beauty of Udaipur, pay homage to the heritage of Jaipur and join a tiger safari in Indias leading national park Bandhavgarh. This trip is an exciting blend of the classic and the undiscovered.
n delhi n agra & taj Mahal n bandhavgarh national parK n jaipur n bundi n tordi ghar n puShKar n niMaj bagh n jhadol n udaipur
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. Days 2-3/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 we also have the option of visiting Agra Fort. The following day we board the overnight train to Katni. Days 4-6/Bandhavgarh National Park Bandhavgarh is arguably the best place in India to see the Royal Bengal tiger. We stay in a jungle lodge on the edge of the reserve and enjoy jeep safaris in search of the varied wildlife within the park. On the evening of Day 6 we take the overnight train to Jaipur. Days 7-8/Jaipur The beautiful city of Jaipur is known as the pink city because of the colour of many of its buildings. We visit the stunning 16th-century Amber Fort, built of red sandstone and white marble. Theres also plenty of time to visit the Old City, the beautiful Palace of the Winds and the Johari Jewellery Bazaar. Day 9/Bundi We take the local bus to the fortified town of Bundi that lies in the shadows of the impressive Taragarh Fort and Bundi Palace. The narrow lanes and busy bazaar of this off-the-beaten-track town give us a sense of an India from a bygone era. Days 0-/Tordi Garh A morning jeep drive takes us to the small village of Tordi Garh, where we stay in a traditional haveli (merchants house). This village gives us a rare insight into rural Rajasthan, as well the opportunity to explore the nearby fort and sand dunes in the desert. Day 2/Pushkar We travel on a backroad route to the holy town of Pushkar. Famous for its annual camel fair, this beautiful town has stunning temples, lakes and an interesting bazaar. It is the perfect place to chill out for the afternoon and evening. Days 3-4/Nimaj Bagh After the morning in Pushkar we drive to Nimaj Bagh, where the villagers carry on their traditional lifestyle as if time has stood still. The real India is best discovered away from the big cities and popular monuments, so on our second day here, we explore the villages of the Bishnoi, Kalbelias and Gujars. Day 5/Jhadol We further explore the backroads of rural Rajasthan by driving to the village of Jhadol, in the foothills of the Aravali Range. Tonight we camp close by the village of the Bhils people. Originally members of a nomadic warrior tribe of the Mewat region, the villagers are still master archers, but today live peacefully rearing sheep and goats. Days 6-7/Udaipur It is a short drive back to civilisation and the city of Udaipur. Sometimes known as the Venice of the East and built around the shores of the beautiful Lake Pichola, this city has numerous temples, palaces and havelis and the exquisite setting of the Lake Palace on Jagwinas Island is unforgettable. Other highlights include the Jagdish Temple and the City Palace. On the evening of Day 17 we catch the overnight sleeper train to Delhi. Day 8/Delhi We arrive back in Delhi early in the morning and explore this fascinating city. We visit Chandni Chowk, one of the oldest and busiest markets in Old Delhi, where we explore the bustling narrow lanes and discover the exotic produces of the small shops and stalls. We also visit lively Connaught Place, the commercial hub of New Delhi. Day 9/Delhi Our trip ends today in the morning. Booking some post-tour accommodation is recommended, so that you can further explore this magical city.
Trip info
Prices: See inside cover.
Group size: Maximum 15. Grade: Moderate. Transport: bus, jeep, local bus, sleeper train, train. Accommodation: 3 nights sleeper train, 1 night camping, 2 nights jungle lodge, 12 nights hotels/guesthouses. Local payment: Your tour leader will collect US$350 from each person on Day 1. Tour Code: GISI. Further Info & Trip Notes: www.geckosadventures.co.uk/trips/gisi
Starts Sun 2007 07-Oct 28-Oct 18-Nov Finishes Thu 25-Oct 15-Nov 06-Dec 23-Dec 2008 13-Jan 03-Feb 02-Mar 23-Mar 10-Jan 31-Jan 21-Feb 20-Mar 10-Apr 05-Oct 26-Oct 16-Nov 21-Dec 2009 11-Jan 23-Oct 13-Nov 04-Dec 08-Jan 29-Jan 01-Feb 01-Mar 22-Mar 19-Feb 19-Mar 09-Apr
INDIA
Pushkar Nimaj Jhadol
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Delhi Jaipur Bundi Tordi Garh Agra
Udaipur Hidden Secrets of India
Bandhavgarh National Park
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