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Delhi Old Delhi of the Moghuls lll N E PA L Adventure Level Chitwan NP Jungle trek & canoeing Lumbini Kathmandu Bazaars & temples A Nature & Cultural Wildlife Discovery India & Nepal 16 days Trip Code: IIN Agra Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Orchha Ancient capital l llllllll lllll llll lllll Chitwan Visit our website or call a Travel Consultant for the latest prices and 2013 dates. Alternatively scan your smart phone over the barcode. 2012 Fri 6 Jan - Sat 21 Jan Mon 16 Jan - Tue 31 Jan Fri 20 Jan - Sat 4 Feb Mon 30 Jan - Tue 14 Feb Fri 3 Feb - Sat 18 Feb Mon 13 Feb - Tue 28 Feb Fri 17 Feb - Sat 3 Mar Mon 27 Feb - Tue 13 Mar Fri 2 Mar - Sat 17 Mar Mon 12 Mar - Tue 27 Mar Fri 16 Mar - Sat 31 Mar Mon 26 Mar - Tue 10 Apr Fri 30 Mar - Sat 14 Apr Mon 9 Apr - Tue 24 Apr Fri 13 Apr - Sat 28 Apr Fri 27 Apr - Sat 12 May Fri 4 May - Sat 19 May Fri 11 May - Sat 26 May Fri 18 May - Sat 2 Jun Fri 31 Aug - Sat 15 Sep Fri 7 Sep - Sat 22 Sep Fri 14 Sep - Sat 29 Sep Fri 21 Sep - Sat 6 Oct Fri 5 Oct - Sat 20 Oct Fri 12 Oct - Sat 27 Oct Mon 22 Oct - Tue 6 Nov Fri 26 Oct - Sat 10 Nov Fri 2 Nov - Sat 17 Nov All elements in the itinerary are included, unless otherwise stated. Prices are per person and subject to change (see Booking Conditions p194). Single room option from £210. For insurance details see p193. 2013 dates are available on our website. Flights Direct flights with Jet Airways from London. Flight schedules and preferred airlines can change. l llll Dates & Prices Guide l ll l lll lll lll lll lllll llll INDIA River Ganges lllllllll Varanasi Sacred ghats on the Ganges lllll Delhi to Kathmandu Be amazed by the ornate Taj Mahal · Watch the sunset over the Ganges in holy Varanasi · Admire the dramatic beauty of the Himalayan foothills Varanasi Linking two magnificent countries this exciting trip combines the bustling old city of Delhi with the ornate dedication to love, the Taj Mahal in Agra. Explore ruins and rural life in Orchha, sail the River Ganges observing life by the banks and gaze upon sunset from the holy city of Varanasi. Visit the birthplace of Buddha, track wildlife in Chitwan National Park near the foothills of the beautiful Himalaya's before discovering the sights and sounds of Kathmandu ­ an incredible adventure! With flights Without flights Itinerary Day 1 Overnight flight to Delhi. Day 2 After arriving in Delhi, take a city Day 8/9 Varanasi Lining the banks of the Ganges, Varanasi is India's sacred heart attracting many Hindu pilgrims. Wander through the Old City, take part in a candle-lit flower ceremony and boat down the river at sunrise. Day 10 Lumbini Travel to the birthplace of Buddha, the beautiful town of Lumbini on the Nepalese border. Day 11-13 Chitwan National Park See elephants and possibly rhinos, monkeys, deer and crocodiles too. Day 14/15 Kathmandu Rice terraces, deep gorges, rivers and the snow-capped Himalayan peaks pave the way to Kathmandu. Visit the `Monkey Temple', see the Pashupatinath pyres and join the pilgrims at Bodhnath Stupa. Day 16 Fly home. Essentials This busy trip is suitable for anyone in reasonable health. To maximise your experience, patience and a sense of humour are essential. Be prepared for some long journeys on bumpy roads. Heat and humidity during summer (Apr-Jun) can reach 45 degrees. Activities Boat safari, city tours, discover natural wonders, explore local villages, markets, palaces and temples, uncover historical sites. Transport Overnight train, private jeep, boat, canoe, local bus, auto rickshaw, cycle rickshaw. Accommodation Hotels (8nts), guesthouses (2nts), camping (3nts) overnight train (1nt) Meals included 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners £1,679 £1,679 £1,679 £1,679 £1,679 £1,679 £1,679 £1,679 £1,679 £1,679 £1,679 £1,679 £1,679 £1,699 £1,699 £1,699 £1,699 £1,699 £1,699 £1,699 £1,699 £1,699 £1,699 £1,699 £1,699 £1,699 £1,699 £1,699 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 £948 tour of the colourful capital. Visit fortified Old Delhi with its crowded alleyways and exotic sights and smells. Explore India's largest mosque and Sikh temple. Day 3 Agra Take a morning train to Agra and visit the Taj Mahal - the ultimate monument to love. The ornate carvings and marble of this mausoleum are spectacular. Day 4-6 Orchha Temple spires and domes rise from the jungle in the crumbling Orchha palace complex. Enjoy a cooking demonstration with a local family and visit a paper-making community project. Day 7 River Ganges Boat Trip Sail down India's sacred Ganges and camp overnight on the riverbank. Insider's view What a trip! See incredible natural wonders, interesting religions and delicious cuisine and gain a true insight into the lives of the Indian and Nepalese people. This is a humbling experience, which will leave you with a profound understanding of both countries and a desire to hurry back! Angela Good - Group Sales Executive 125 For more information call 0845 004 5023 or visit adventurecompany.co.uk/IIN