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Indian Sub-Continent
India and Nepal
EXPLORE TWO MAGICAL COUNTRIES
14 days
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£1699
Including
MANY MEALS & EXCURSIONS
Highlights include Delhi Jaipur Agra and The Taj Mahal Khajuraho Varanasi and the River Ganges Kathmandu Plus a ride on the Shatabdi Express Train
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Whats Included
Return scheduled flights to Delhi Internal flights Khajuraho/Varanasi/Kathmandu/ Delhi Transfers between airport and hotel A train journey on the Shatabdi Express from Agra to Jhansi All other transportation as detailed Twelve nights half board accommodation; eight nights in India, four nights in Nepal Services of a Travelsphere Tour Manager and English speaking local representatives All hotel baggage handling for one piece of luggage per person All State and local taxes All UK and overseas airport taxes and security charges Excursions as follows: - City sightseeing in Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Varanasi & Kathmandu - Visit to Amber Fort - Visit to the Taj Mahal - Visit to the temples of Khajuraho - Visits to Patan, Bhaktapur, Pashupatinath & Dhulikhel - Boat ride on the Ganges Your Hotels
In Delhi you will stay at the Radisson Hotel (formerly the Holiday Inn). In Jaipur you will stay at the Rajputana Palace Sheraton Hotel and in Agra you will stay at the Mughal Sheraton Hotel. In Khajuraho you will stay at the Ramada Hotel (formerly the Holiday Inn) and in Varanasi you will stay at the Hotel Taj Ganges. In Kathmandu you will stay at the Hotel Annapurna and in Dhulikhel you will stay at the Dhulikhel Mountain Resort. All rooms have private facilities. Hotels are air-conditioned where appropriate although this cannot be guaranteed at the Dhulikhel Mountain Resort.
TAJ MAHAL, AGRA
This superb blend of colourful, vibrant India and the exotic, mysterious kingdom of Nepal offers you an exciting opportunity to explore the treasures and lifestyle of two magical countries, both wonderfully rich in history and culture. Including a ride on the Shatabdi Express Train, the tour features a combination of coach, train and air travel and is on a half board basis throughout.
YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1 - Depart on your scheduled flight to Delhi. Late night arrival in Delhi followed by transfer to your hotel for a two night stay. DAY 2 - Delhi is actually two cities Old and New Delhi. New Delhi is a spacious open imperial city created by the British as the capital of India in 1911.By contrast Old Delhi is a 17th century walled city with city gates, narrow alleys, the enormous Red Fort, temples, mosques and bazaars. This is the Delhi of the Mogul Emperor Shah Jehan, and is largely preserved in its original layout. On the outskirts of the city stands one of its most lasting monuments the Qtub Minar, a soaring tower of sandstone and marble built as a Moslem symbol of victory over the Hindu Kingdom in the 12th century. Included afternoon tour of Old Delhi. Visits will be made to the Red Fort, Jami Masjid Mosque and the Raj Ghat, the cremation grounds of Mahatma Gandhi. Also included is a drive through the fabled street bazaar of Chandni Chowk. DAY 3 - This morning we have included a sightseeing tour of New Delhi. You will visit Humayans Tomb (aptly described as the predecessor of the Taj Mahal) and the Qtub Minar, one of the most perfect towers in the world. You will then drive through the diplomatic quarter seeing the official residence of the President and the Indian Gate. After lunch leave Delhi and travel south west to Jaipur. This famous pink city, set amongst barren hills is the capital of Rajasthan. Here India is arguably at its most colourful and exotic. Under the British, Rajasthan continued as a collection of princely states, each with its own Maharaja. Huge, battle scarred forts dominate almost every town, the most spectacular of which is the Amber Fort, eight miles outside Jaipur. The journey is a fascinating experience and will afford close up views of Indian rural life. Upon arrival you will transfer to the hotel for a two night stay. DAY 4 - Morning visit to the lovely Amber Fort, the old capital of Rajasthan, set high above its surrounding valley and lake. In the afternoon we have included a sightseeing tour of Jaipur. The old city itself is surrounded by a wall with seven historic gates. All the buildings are painted pink by Maharajas decree, and the central landmarks are the City Palace and the Hawe Mahal (Palace of Winds) which is considered to be one of the best known sights in all India. Built in pink sandstone, this stunning building is of unique design, consisting of tier upon tier of curved arches, surmounting casement and trellis work through which the wind whispers. DAY 5 - Morning drive from Jaipur to the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri. This graceful sandstone city was built in 1569 by Emperor Akbar to commemorate the birth of his son. Continue to Agra for a two night stay. DAY 6 - The highlight of your tour will, of course, be a visit to the world famous Taj Mahal. Situated on the banks of the Yamuna River the Taj Mahal is a magnificent mausoleum built by the Emperor Shah Jahan for his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Twenty thousand men took twenty years to complete the worlds most extravagant and beautiful expression of one mans love for a woman. Completed in 1653 it is constructed in pure white marble and inlaid with millions of semi-precious stones in exquisite patterns. You will also visit Agra Fort and see the beautiful Pearl Mosque and Jasmine Tower. A visit to the Tomb of Emperor Akbar the Great at Sikandra is also included. DAY 7 - This morning, board the Shatabdi Express for the scenic train journey between Agra
Delhi Jaipur
The Himalayas
CHINA
Agra NEPAL Jhansi
Kathmandu Dhulikhel Varanasi
Khajuraho
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