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Jodphur
DAY 10 | Thar Desert + Mehrangarh Fort Venture by jeep into the Thar Desert with our
specialist guide – born into a noble family. Spend time with the Bishnoi tribe, known for their reverence for the sacredness of all life. Despite its foreboding semi-arid terrain, these lands support a diversity of wildlife including nearly 200 species of birds. This afternoon, tour Mehrangarh Fort, home to a fabulous collection of memorabilia from Jodhpur’s royal families. meals b+l
DAY 1 1 | Onward to Udaipur
Visit Ranakpur Temple with its 24 pillared
halls and exquisitely carved domes. Continue to Udaipur, India’s most romantic city, and check in to the fabulous Taj Lake Palace. This evening, delight in a sunset cruise on Lake Pichola. meals b+l+d
DAY 12 | The City of Dreams
Tour the magnificent City Palace and Jagdish
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OUR JOURNEY
DAY 1 | Welcome to Delhi
On arrival, you’ll be escorted to the luxurious Taj Palace Delhi.
DAY 2 | Delhi... Old + New
Visit Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque,
and ride a pedicab to the lively, colorful and fragrant spice market. At Bangla Sahib,
Delhi’s largest Sikh temple, you’ll gain insight
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DAY 3 | Agra + The Taj Mahal
Travel to Agra and check in to the inviting
Trident Hotel. At the Agra Fort , you’ll discover a magnificent, walled palatial city dating back to the 16th century. Few know to go, but this evening we take you across the river to a Mughal garden that offers magical sunset views of the Taj Mahal . meals b+d
DAY 4 | Journey to Jaipur
You have already seen the Taj Mahal, but
your sunrise visit sheds new light, literally, on this evocative monument with its iridescent facade shimmering in the early light. Depart Agra and visit Fatehpur Sikri ; built in the 16th century and still perfectly preserved, it offers a wonderful look into royal life long ago. Continue to India’s fabled Pink City and check intothe ITCRajputana.Tonight,wetakeyou toBirlaTempletowitnessAarti–anancient and moving Hindu ceremony of light and devotion. meals b+l+d
into India’s rich cultural diversity. See the
sites of New Delhi including the impressive India Gate and visit Qutab Minar with its gracefully fluted tower built in the 14th century. Tonight, enjoy an a la carte dinner with wine. meals b+d
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DAY 5 | In and around Jaipur
Tour the mighty Amber Fort . Built from
yellow and pink sandstone and gleaming white marble, it stands in testament to the never conquered Rajput Kingdom. Then visit the City Palace Museum and see the lovely Palace of Winds. At Jantar Mantar , you’ll see 300-year-old astronomical instruments made from stone. Stroll through the lively bazaars of Old Jaipur and sit down to dinner and congenial conversation with a local family in their inviting home. meals b+d
DAY 6 | Onward to Bikaner
Journey to Bikaner and visit the National
Camel Research Center to see and learn about these amazing creatures. Overnight at the Narendra Bhawan. meals b+l+d
DAY 7 | India’s Golden City
Tour Junagarh Fort, a 16th-century complex
of palaces, courtyards, temples and pavilions – many embellished with exquisite stone carvings and lattice-enclosed balconies. Then travel to Jaisalmer and check in to the Suryagarh Hotel for a 2-night stay. meals b+l
DAY 8 | Jaisalmer Fort
Tour Jaisalmer fortress ; built 900 years ago,
its mighty walls encircle winding lanes, shops, homes and temples. Outside the fortress, visit Salim Singh Haveli, a lavish 200-year-old merchant’s home. Delight in a camel ride across the dunes, arriving at our stylish desert camp for dinner and music. meals b+d
DAY 9 | Travel to Jodhpur Journeythroughthedesertlandscapesof Rajasthantothecenturies-oldcityofJodhpur. CheckintotheTajHariMahalHotelwherethe rest of your day is free. We include dinner and wineagainthisevening. mealsb+d
Temple, with its towering tiers of bas relief
carvings. With a curator, view a private Strait of Malacca
collection of vintage cars including a rare Rolls Royce Phantom and 1939 Cadillac convertible. At the Rajasthan School of Art, you’ll meet students who are learning traditional arts like miniature painting. Toast your fellow travelers at this evening’s farewell dinner. meals b+d
DAY 1 3 | Return to Delhi
Fly to Delhi for your onward flight. meals b
India’s Most Joyous Festivals Bikaner Camel Festival
Jan 6, 2020 + Jan 4, 2021
Holi
Mar6, 2020 + Mar 25, 2021
Diwali
Nov 11, 2020 + Nov 1, 2021