India
Ranthambhore National Park Extension
You may wish to add an extra 2 nights onto your tour to visit the Ranthambhore National Park in eastern Rajasthan, famous for its majestic royal Bengal tigers. On Day 8, depart by road from Jaipur to Ranthambhore for a 2-night stay at the Ranthambhore Regency (STD) or the Sawai Madhopur Lodge (SUP). (FB). Your stay will include 3 game drives to spot the elusive tiger. On day 10, you will transfer by train back to Delhi for an overnight stay at the Grand Hotel (STD) or the Taj Palace (SUP). (B)
Prices start from £525
Please note: Ranthambhore National Park is closed between Jul-Sep.
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Day 5: Agra – Jaipur Visit Agra Fort, an outstanding example of Mughal architecture and the seat and stronghold of the Mughal Empire under successive generations, and Itmad-ud-Daulah. This afternoon, you will be driven to Jaipur en route visiting Fatehpur Sikhri, a deserted red sandstone city built by the great Mughal Emperor, Akbar, in the late 16th Century.
The vibrant capital of Rajasthan is popularly known as the ‘Pink City’ because of the pink coloured buildings in its old city. Jaipur is not only the gateway to the state; it is also the most natural place to begin a discovery of Rajasthan’s multifaceted attractions. Stay at the Mansingh Hotel (STD) or the Jai Mahal (SUP) for 3 nights. (B)
Day 6: Jaipur Take a morning tour of the Amber Fort, a honey coloured fortress palace in the Aravalli Hills. Possessing a chamber of mirrors, the interiors are a decorative arts paradise and there are striking views of the gorge. You may be able to take an elephant ride to the fort if you’re up early enough (the government now restricts the number of times the
elephants can transport tourists up this steep hill). In the afternoon, visit the Observatory and City Palace which boasts courtyards, impressive gateways and temples. (B)
Day 7: Jaipur Spend a day at leisure to explore Jaipur, home to cultural delights and also a shopper’s paradise! Watch artisans produce jewellery, tie-dyed textiles, stone carvings and leather shoes. The main markets are at the Jauhari Bazaar and Badi Chaupar. (B)
Day 8: Jaipur – Delhi Depart by road back to Delhi and enjoy an afternoon at leisure. Overnight at The Grand Hotel (STD) or the Taj Palace (SUP) (B). Alternatively you may wish to extend your stay at Ranthambhore National Park, or relax a little longer in a beach hotel in Goa.
Day 9: Delhi – London Transfer to Delhi airport for your Kingfisher Airlines flight back to London Heathrow. (B)
Udaipur India Goa Goa Extension 7-night Tour
Prices from 07 Jan '11 04 Feb 04 Mar 31 Mar 28 Apr 02 Sep 07 Oct 28 Oct 18 Nov 09 Dec
06 Jan '12 03 Feb 02 Mar 30 Mar 27 Apr
Breakfast Only
The prices in the panel are only meant as a guide and may change. Please refer to page 17 for more information.
Adult Tour Sgl Rm Sup 1240 1240 1240 1240 1205 1205 1405 1405 1405 1405 1375 1375 1375 1375 1290
450 450 450 450 450 450 485 485 485 485 450 450 450 450 300
Prices are in £’s per person based on 2 adults sharing and include taxes and fuel surcharge and ATOL fee of £234 per person (reductions or increases may apply at the time of booking). Prices will vary within the date band depending on the departure date. For full details of our pricing policy and booking conditions, please refer to pages 119-124.
Why not extend your holiday on the beautiful beaches of Goa? Take a flight from Jaipur via Mumbai to Goa on Day 8 and transfer to your chosen beach hotel for the remainder of your stay. Built on the ramparts of a 16th-century Portuguese fortress is the Vivanta by Taj – Fort Aguada on north Goa’s Sinquerim Beach. A Superior hotel option is available at a supplement.
Prices start from £815
Prices are per person based on 3 nights at Vivanta by Taj-Fort Aguada sharing a twin room, on a Breakfast Included basis.
For more information visit
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