Tiger Trails & Taj Mahal - Asia - The Adventure Company Family Adventures 2012/3

India 11 days Trip Code: FNI Adventure Level A INDIA Nature & Cultural Wildlife Discovery Surajgarh Delhi lll lll lllll lllll U T TA R P R A D E S H llll Marvel at the famous Taj Mahal � Go on safari in search of tigers � Live like a Maharaja at a restored fortified palace Ideal for... Jaipur The Pink City Ranthambore NP Wildlife safari (Swai Mansingh Park in the summer) Your itinerary Day 1/2 Day 3 Day 4/5 Day 6/7 Day 8/9 Day 10 Day 11 10 yrs+ Fly to Delhi; tour New & Old Delhi (optional rickshaw ride) Agra; visit Taj Mahal & Agra Fort by rickshaw Fatehpur Sikri; Ranthambore National Park; game viewing for crocodiles, deer, leopards and tigers Jaipur; visit City Palace, Palace of the Winds & hilltop Amber Fort Nawalgarh; rural villages & spectacular painted houses known as havelis; drive to Surajgarh Return to Delhi Fly home Insider's view Tracy Hopkins, Customer Services Administrator, travelled to India with her family. A truly memorable family trip to one of the most colourful and fascinating countries in the world. Riding bicycle rickshaws through Old Delhi's chaotic and narrow streets, tiger spotting in Ranthambore, visiting the Taj Mahal at sunrise and the warm and welcoming nature of the local people we encountered were just a few of the many highlights for us. Trip Highlights hustle and bustle of Old Delhi's narrow streets and hectic bazaars. Explore the city's gems by minibus viewing mosques and temples squeezed into unlikely places between shops and market stalls. Taj Mahal Travelling by train to Agra you set out to discover what has been described as the world's most beautiful building. The Taj Mahal is the finest example of Mughal architecture, combining elements from Persian, Indian, and Islamic architectural style. Tigers & Wildlife A wonderful blend of historical ruins and wildlife, Ranthambore National Park really is the Jungle Book brought to life. Experience two exciting safari drives, one early morning and the other before dusk, where you'll go in search of crocodiles, deer, leopards, monkeys � and Bengal tigers! Rural Rajasthan Your journey through the princely state of Rajasthan will take you to rural Shekhawati to meet welcoming local people, learn about their traditional ways of life and discover sumptuously decorated mansions known as havelis. Is it suitable for my family? Minimum age: 7 years. A fantastic eye-opening trip taking in the major sights of the Golden Triangle. Expect to experience a very different culture and approach to life and be prepared for the heat and surprising chill of early morning game drives! Activities Safari drives, city tours Transport Charter vehicle, 4WD canter safari vehicle, train, cycle-rickshaw (at additional cost) Accommodation Hotels (7nts), lodges (2nts) You'll stay in comfortable hotels with en suite facilities; they will usually also have a restaurant or buffet service. Lodges will be rustic, but you can still expect them to be en suite. Meals included 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 3 dinners Swimming opportunities In pools in all hotels, apart from Delhi Exotic Delhi Prepare to be amazed by the sights, sounds, Responsible Travel We support a project for local schools with a �3 donation per person travelling on this trip. You have the opportunity to visit one of these schools and meet the children. For more information on responsible travel see p5 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 Delhi Average Daily Max Temp �C Average Daily Hours of Sunshine Average Monthly Rainfall (mm) 400 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 0 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 7 8 8 9 9 7 5 6 7 9 8 7 82 For more information call 0845 004 9423 or visit adventurecompany.co.uk/FNI ll ll ll lll lll lllll llll l Tiger Trails & Taj Mahal Agra Taj mahal & Agra Fort l lll lll lll lll ll ll Nawalgarh Painted houses & village life lllllll Amber Palace ll Fatehpur Sikri llll ll ll ll ll ll lllll

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