In Style: Classic Rajasthan

15 days - from $2910

A comfortable exploration of enchanting Rajasthan, the Land of Maharajas
Discover India's desert state of Rajasthan in style; using exclusive heritage hotels we explore the gateway city of Delhi, are enthralled by the magnificent Taj Mahal at sunrise and delve into the history of the many extravagant forts and palaces the region has to offer. At every turn India bombards the senses - one minute it's full spead ahead as we take an exciting jeep safari through desert countryside, experience a train ride with the locals or slip into one of the many colourful bazaars, while the next we'll seek out calm serenity by visiting the holy town of Pushkar and the Mehrangarh fort at Jodhpur. This is the perfect recipe for a first time visitor to India; exotic ingredients, gently combined with a pinch of luxury, and served in a small group with expert local guides.

Itinerary:

Day 1 Start Delhi; afternoon sightseeing around Delhi. 2 Drive to Agra; en route visit a bear rescue centre. 3 Sunrise visit to Taj Mahal and then Agra Fort; afternoon free. 4 Drive to Jaipur, the capital of colourful Rajasthan, via Fatehpur Sikri. 5 Full days sightseeing including Amber Fort and City Palace. 6 To the holy city of Pushkar; visit Brahma temple and Aarti ceremony on the ghats. 7 Visit local school; drive to Khimsar in the Thar desert. 8 Early morning jeep safari; afternoon free to explore Khimsar. 9 To Jodhpur via Mandore gardens; afternoon visit Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada. 10 Drive to Deogarh; afternoon free. 11 Take a train ride through rural Rajasthan with local villagers; late afternoon bird-watching walk. 12 To Udaipur; late afternoon boat ride on Lake Pichola. 13 Morning sightseeing including the City Palace; afternoon free. 14 Fly to Delhi; afternoon sightseeing. 15 End Delhi.

Mode of travel: Travel by private air-conditioned bus, internal flight, jeep, boat and train.
Group size: Normally 8 to 16, plus leader, driver and local guides for sightseeing.
Accommodation: 14 nights comfortable hotels, all en suite, many with swimming pools and excellent facilities.
Food: All breakfasts included.
Optional Single Supplement: from $1400.00
Trip Reference: AIP
Reverse Itinerary: trips that run in reverse are specified with an 'R' in the dates and prices table below.
Trip Reference: AIP