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classic rajasthan
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15 days, ex Delhi
Departs every Sun & selected Tue & Fri itiNerary... Days 1-2 Delhi Chaotic Delhi is awash with historical sites. Visit the walled city of Shahjahanabad (Old Delhi) and see one of its most impressive buildings, the Jama Masjid. Day 3 agra *plus Local Payment INR 10,000
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Constructed from marble and inlaid with jade, crystal and sapphire, the Taj Mahal must be seen to be believed. Day 4 keoladeo Bird sanctuary Wander through the deserted royal city of Fatehpur Sikri before visiting the colourful Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary, home to more than 400 species. Cycle-rickshaws ridden by local amateur ornithologists will transport you through the park. Day 5 Madhogarth heritage stay Stay in a former fort, now a fine hotel, in the middle of rural Rajasthan. Days 6-7 Jaipur Visit the beautiful Amber Palace en route to Jaipur, Rajasthans famous Pink City. There is also time to see that other cultural icon, the Bollywood film. Day 8 ranthambhore National Park Safari into the scrublands, looking out for deers and monkeys. The very lucky might get a glimpse of the resident Bengal tigers. Day 9 Bundi Above captivating Bundi sits an ancient palace adorned in murals. Explore the palace and experience life in one of the most remote areas of Rajasthan. Days 10-11 Bijaipur From one extreme to another; camp under the stars at the lakeside then spend the night in the luxurious Castle Bijaipur. Days 12-14 Pushkar With Indias only temple dedicated to Brahma, lakeside Pushkar is a major destination for pilgrims and sadhus. Take a camel ride into the desert for a magical sunset among the dunes. Day 15 Delhi Come full circle on return to Delhi.
" experience the colourful faces of Delhi " stay overnight in an historic fort " catch a local Bollywood blockbuster " spot wildlife in ranthambhore N.P.
India Rustic life, golden sands and the mighty Himalayas. This continent is a place where breathtaking extremes are accepted as commonplace, and where the traveller learns to expect the unexpected. Chetan Shanker Jha
Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, Chaam dancers, India - Alix Greenwood accoMMoDatioN Hotels/guesthouses (12 nts), overnight train (1 nt), camping (1 nt) traNsPort Overnight train, jeep, cantor (open jeep), local bus, auto & cycle-rickshaw, camel GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals 3 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners BuDGet Allow US$250 for meals not included DeParts Every Sun & selected Tue & Fri GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed Notes 1. Ranthambhore National Park is closed 1 Jul-30 Sep each year. On those trips affected, 2 nights are spent at Bundi. 2. When making your booking please provide full passport details including date of issue, sex, date of birth and nationality traVeller ratiNG 4.66 out of 5 triP coDe
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22 days, Delhi to Kolkata
itiNerary... Days 1-2 Delhi Discover the beating heart of Old Delhi, with its narrow streets bursting with silk and spice stalls. Days 3-5 Jaisalmer Experience nomadic life on an overnight camel trek *plus Local Payment INR 15,000
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through the Thar Desert. Eat local specialties by the campfire. Days 6-7 Jodhpur Take in views of the colossal Meherangarh Fort which dominates the skyline and wander among the fragrant spices, colourful vegetables and vibrant saris of the Sadar Bazaar. Days 8-10 udaipur Chill-out with a chai in Indias most romantic city, a centre for artists and musicians. Days 11-12 Pushkar Mingle with holy men in Pushkar, a spiritual and mystical centre filled with ghats and temples. Days 13-14 Jaipur Colourful Jaipur is home to the whimsical pink sandstone Hawa Mahal, built to allow royal ladies to observe street life without being seen. Day 15 Bharatpur Head to the tranquillity of the Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary, or visit the surrounding villages to see some development projects at work. Days 16-17 agra Uncover hidden views of the amazing Taj Mahal and admire its elegant architecture. Dont forget to check out the Red Fort, another impressive landmark. Days 18-20 Varanasi The holiest place for Hindus, Varanasi is a city of temples and rituals that have remained unchanged for centuries. Learn the legends of this spiritual city. Days 21-22 kolkata Known as the City of Joy, Kolkata is a vibrant place with a fascinating cultural centre.
Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, Blue city woman and basket - Grahame Smith accoMMoDatioN Simple hotels/guesthouses (17 nts), overnight trains (3 nts), camping (1 nt) traNsPort Overnight train, train, local bus, cycle & autorickshaw, camel GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals 1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner BuDGet Allow US$300 for meals not included DeParts Selected Fri & Sun GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed Notes When making your booking please provide full passport details including date of issue, sex, date of birth and nationality traVeller ratiNG 4.78 out of 5 start 2008 04 Jan 06 Jan 11 Jan 13 Jan 18 Jan 20 Jan 25 Jan 27 Jan 01 Feb 03 Feb 08 Feb 10 Feb 15 Feb 17 Feb 22 Feb 24 Feb 29 Feb 02 Mar 07 Mar 09 Mar 14 Mar 16 Mar 21 Mar Finish 25 Jan 27 Jan 01 Feb 03 Feb 08 Feb 10 Feb 15 Feb 17 Feb 22 Feb 24 Feb 29 Feb 02 Mar 07 Mar 09 Mar 14 Mar 16 Mar 21 Mar 23 Mar 28 Mar 30 Mar 04 Apr 06 Apr 11 Apr 23 Mar 28 Mar 30 Mar 06 Jul 13 Jul 20 Jul 27 Jul 03 Aug 10 Aug 17 Aug 24 Aug 31 Aug 07 Sep 14 Sep 21 Sep 28 Sep 03 Oct 05 Oct 10 Oct 12 Oct 17 Oct 19 Oct 24 Oct 26 Oct 31 Oct 13 Apr 18 Apr 20 Apr 27 Jul 03 Aug 10 Aug 17 Aug 24 Aug 31 Aug 07 Sep 14 Sep 21 Sep 28 Sep 05 Oct 12 Oct 19 Oct 24 Oct 26 Oct 31 Oct 02 Nov 07 Nov 09 Nov 14 Nov 16 Nov 21 Nov 02 Nov 07 Nov 09 Nov 14 Nov 16 Nov 21 Nov 23 Nov 28 Nov 30 Nov 05 Dec 07 Dec 12 Dec 14 Dec 19 Dec 21 Dec 26 Dec 28 Dec 2009 02 Jan 04 Jan 09 Jan 11 Jan 16 Jan 18 Jan 23 Jan 23 Nov 28 Nov 30 Nov 05 Dec 07 Dec 12 Dec 14 Dec 19 Dec 21 Dec 26 Dec 28 Dec 02 Jan 04 Jan 09 Jan 11 Jan 16 Jan 18 Jan 23 Jan 25 Jan 30 Jan 01 Feb 06 Feb 08 Feb 13 Feb 25 Jan 30 Jan 01 Feb 06 Feb 08 Feb 13 Feb 15 Feb 20 Feb 22 Feb 27 Feb 01 Mar 06 Mar 08 Mar 13 Mar 15 Mar 20 Mar 22 Mar 27 Mar 29 Mar 15 Feb 20 Feb 22 Feb 27 Feb 01 Mar 06 Mar 08 Mar 13 Mar 15 Mar 20 Mar 22 Mar 27 Mar 29 Mar 03 Apr 05 Apr 10 Apr 12 Apr 17 Apr 19 Apr
" experience rajasthani nomad life in Jaisalmer " Drink a lassi in Jodhpur " Fall in love with romantic udaipur " Visit the taj Mahal " see indias holy city of Varanasi
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