INDIA & THE SUBCONTINENT Jodhpur
PALACES OF RAJASTHAN 16 Days from £2495 pp twin share with flights
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A two week escorted tour of the palaces, forts and landscapes of India’s most colourful and romantic region.
DAY 1 – Fly to Delhi Overnight Virgin Atlantic fl ight from Heathrow to Delhi. DAY 2 – Delhi
On arrival in Delhi, transfer to the Grand New Delhi for 2 nights. Afternoon optional tour of Old or New Delhi.
Ranakpur girls
DAYS 3/4 – Shekawati Morning departure to Shekawati to view the painted havelis. Explore the luxury mansions which were once part of India’s Silk Road. Time at leisure with optional sunset camel cart ride. 2 nights at the Alsisar Mahal Hotel.
DAYS 5/6 – Jaipur Morning departure to Jaipur for 2 nights at the Jai Mahal Palace. Jeep ride to explore the hill-top Amber fort. Further exploration of the “Pink City” including the Palace of the Winds and the City Palace.
DAYS 7/8 – Chhatra Sagar
Drive to Chhatra Sagar for 2 nights at the secluded Nimaj Tents. Optional family guided walks, village visits and bird watching tours around the lake. Please note: You stay at the Ananta Spa & Resort on November departures from where you can explore the vibrant Pushkar camel fair.
Rohet Garh
DAY 9 – Jodhpur Travel to Jodhpur for an overnight stay at the Vivanta by Taj – Hari Mahal. Afternoon sightseeing including the 15th-century Meherangarh Fort and local market.
DAYS 10/11 – Jaisalmer SHEKHAWATI
Located within the cultural triangle formed by Delhi, Bikaner and Jaipur, the Shekhawati region is famous for its villages and beautifully painted havelis and merchant houses. These wonderfully rich architectural treasures date back to the 18th Century. The regal elegance of the historic Alsisar Mahal Palace provides the perfect base from which to explore this fascinating region.
Continue to Jaisalmer for 2 nights at the Gorbandh Palace. Explore the yellow sandstone havelis and cobbled lanes of this medieval desert city. Afternoon camel ride on the sand dunes to experience the sunset.
DAY 12 – Rohet
Head into rural Rajasthan to visit a traditional village and overnight at Rohet Garh Heritage Lodge.
DAY 13 – Deogarh Continue your journey through the Rajasthani countryside to the restored palace, Deogarh Mahal, for 1 night. Afternoon at leisure.
DAY 14 – Udaipur Onwards to Udaipur via the beautifully preserved Jain temples at Ranakpur. 2 night stay at Fateh Garh overlooking Pichola Lake.
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DAY 15 – Udaipur Morning city tour including the City Palace. Afternoon at leisure with the option to take a cruise on Lake Pichola.
DAY 16 – Fly to the UK Return fl ight to London Heathrow via Delhi.
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24 Jan ‘13 £2495
21 Nov ‘13 £2675
14 Feb ‘13 £2595
19 Dec ‘13 £2795
14 Mar ‘13 £2595
23 Jan ‘14 £2645
03 Oct ‘13 £2745
13 Feb ‘14 £2645
07 Nov ‘13 £2795
13 Mar ‘14 £2645
NIMAJ TENTS
Between Jodhpur Sagar and Jaipur, overlooking a lake abounding with seasonal bird life, the Nimaj Tents at Chhatra Sagar, consist of 11 comfortable en-suite tents. The unique ambience of the setting is enhanced by the excellent home cooked cuisine. Family guided farm and village visits can be arranged as well as bird watching tours during your stay here on our Palaces of Rajasthan tour.
TAJ MAHAL EXTENSION A 2-night extension to visit the world’s greatest monument to love, the Taj Mahal, can be arranged from £260 per person based on twin share.
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DEPARTURES
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