Luxury Rajasthan Tour Packages
Ancient India Tour
Your Journey starts Delhi,
ends Udaipur
Departure
dates
07/10/2008 | Available
04/11/2008 | Available
09/12/2008 | Available |
Days 1 - 2 - Delhi Arrive in Delhi and discover the
capital’s most famous sites. Explore Old Delhi on an
exciting rickshaw ride, the perfect introduction to vibrant
street life and markets. A city tour will introduce you to
Delhi’s highlights. In your free time you can check out
Connaught Place’s nearly endless shopping and dining
venues.
Day3 - Varanasi - Fly to Varanasi and visit the birthplace
of Buddhism. Observe thousands bathing in the ghats of the
Ganges at dawn, an unforgettable experience. The Sarnath Temples
and an evening boat cruise to observe an Aarthi ceremony will
help get you acquainted with local religious traditions, and
an Old Quarter walking tour will introduce you to some of
the gems tucked away in Varanasi, one of the most ancient
living cities in the world.
Itinerary
Days 1 to 2 - Delhi
Days 3 - Varanasi
Days 4 to 7 - Khajuraho & Bandhavgarh
Day 8 - Agra
Days 9 to 10 - Jaipur
Days 11 to 13 - Pushkar & Jodpur
Days 14 to 17 - Jojawar & Udaipur |
Days 4 - 7 - Khajuraho & Bandhavgraph In Khajuraho
see intricately-sculpted ancient temples. Drive on to Bandhavgarh
National Park where you will enjoy game spotting and an atmospheric
wildlife camp on the park’s edge. Two game drives on
your first day in Bandhavgarh and a third the following morning
will be your chance to spot wildlife including spotted and
barking deer, bison, mongoose and perhaps even the elusive
Tiger.
Day 8 - Agra - Take an exciting journey on an overnight
train to Agra. The intricacy and beauty of the Taj Mahal are
legendary. Experience the monument to love in the pinkish
light of sunrise and visit the Red Fort. Learn the art of
marble inlay at a local workshop, and take some time to relax
at your hotel.
Days 9 - 10 - Jaipur India’s ‘Pink City’
is where you will get to know the City Palace, the Palace
of Winds and the stunning Amber Fort. You will have free time
to relax at your ambient hotel, or try your hands at bargaining
the way the locals do for Rajasthani handicrafts in the Jaipur
Market.
Days 11 - 13 - Pushkar & Jodhpur Stop in the holy
desert town of Pushkar, take an afternoon walking tour and
sip chai or hit the shops during your free time. Your next
stop is Jodhpur, India’s ‘Blue City.’ Majestic
Meherangarh Fort, a city tour and a royal cooking demonstration
await.
Days 14 - 17 - Jojawar & Udaipur Atmospheric Jojawar
Village is your base for an exciting train safari and a Rebari
jeep safari - bring your camera, as the scenes of local life
are truly stunning. You will fall in love with royal Udaipur,
centred on the banks of Lake Pichola, and explore the city
palace during your visit. Depart on day 17.
Tour Summary
Witness thousands of the devout bathing
in the Ganges at dawn.
Rise at dawn and experience the humbling spectacle of
thousands of devout Hindus bathing in the ghats of Mother
Ganges in Varanasi, one of the world's oldest living cities.
With traditions dating back thousands of years, India offers
you rich and vibrant cultures like no other destination in
Asia. On this journey, see the country's highlights, from
spiritual centres to modern cityscapes, from rugged deserts
to traditional villages, and enjoy unique experiences and
unfailing hospitality as you discover our 'Ancient India.'
Delhi, Varanasi, Khajuraho &
Bandhavgraph, Agra, Jaipur, Pushkar & Jodpur, Jojawar
& Udaipur.
Trip grading: MODERATE Suitable for travellers with
an average to above-average level of fitness and mobility.
Prepare for some long road journeys.
What's included: 15 nights hotel accommodation and
1 overnight train (soft sleeper), all road transport by air-conditioned
vehicles, all sightseeing as specified (excluding entrance
fees), Western tour leader based on a minimum of seven travellers,
local English-speaking guides throughout, arrival and departure
transfers, breakfast daily, seven lunches and four dinners.
Tour Leader: My Destination India tour leader based
on a minimum of 7 people.
Maximum group size: 15
