Taj, Tigers & Temples - Family Holiday10 days - from $1130Search for tiger Train journeys across the Indian plains The magnificent Taj MahalNorthern India conjures up colourful images including Agra, home to the most famous of India's monuments and arguably the most romantic building in the world, the Taj Mahal. We explore mystical Pushkar, a Hindu pilgrimage site famous for its annual camel fair. Here you have the option of a ride by camel cart, passing through timeless villages on the way. We also visit 'The Pink City' of Jaipur, home to the wonderful former Maharaja palace and splendid hilltop Amber Palace. In contrast to these monuments we explore Bharatpur bird sanctuary on traditional rickshaws and venture into Ranthambore National Park, which has a healthy tiger population, an abundance of prey animals, monkeys and bird life - a truly wonderful spectacle, especially if you spot an elusive tiger. Itinerary:Day 1 Start Delhi; afternoon sightseeing in New and Old Delhi. 2 Early morning train to Agra; sightseeing including Agra Fort; afternoon free. 3 Sunrise visit to the incredible Taj Mahal; to Fatehpur Sikri, 16th century Moghul capital; to Bharatpur; visit the bird sanctuary at dusk. 4 Morning explore bird sanctuary by cycle rickshaw - the park has more than 360 species of bird; afternoon train to Ranthambore N.P. 5 Morning and evening game drives. 6 To Jaipur by train, watching rural Rajasthan pass by. 7 Sightseeing day including City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Amber Palace. 8 To Pushkar, optional traditional village visit by camel cart. 9 Morning free to explore the holy city of Pushkar and take a hill walk; afternoon train to Delhi; arrive in the evening. 10 End Delhi. Mode of travel: Flights direct with Jet Airways. Transport by private air-conditioned mini bus and train. Group size: Normally 6 to 16 plus leader and driver. Accommodation: 9 nights comfortable hotels/lodges. All hotels are air-conditioned and are 3 or 4 star (except in Delhi); they generally have excellent facilities and many are centrally located. All hotels have swimming pools, except in Delhi. Food: All breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 dinners included. Optional Single Supplement: from $341.25 Trip Reference: FID Reverse Itinerary: trips that run in reverse are specified with an 'R' in the dates and prices table below. Notes: Child must be aged 5 to 11 at time of departure. Trip Reference: FID |
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| Start | End | Prices in US$ | Total Price | Availability | |
| 01 Apr 12 | 10 Apr 12 | $2880 | $2880 |  | |
| 06 Apr 12 | 15 Apr 12 | $2880 | $2880 | | |
| 13 Aug 12 | 22 Aug 12 | $2530 | $2530 | | |
| 20 Aug 12 | 29 Aug 12 | $2530 | $2530 | | |
| 21 Oct 12 | 30 Oct 12 | $2850 | $2850 | | |
| 28 Oct 12 | 06 Nov 12 | $1400 | $1400 | | |
| 20 Dec 12 | 29 Dec 12 | $3000 | $3000 | | |
| 10 Feb 13 | 19 Feb 13 | $1400 | $1400 |  | |
| 15 Feb 13 | 24 Feb 13 | $1400 | $1400 | | |
| 24 Mar 13 | 02 Apr 13 | $1400 | $1400 | | |
| 29 Mar 13 | 07 Apr 13 | $1400 | $1400 | | |
| 22 Jul 13 | 31 Jul 13 | $1130 | $1130 | | |
| 05 Aug 13 | 14 Aug 13 | $1130 | $1130 | | |
| 19 Aug 13 | 28 Aug 13 | $1130 | $1130 | | |
| 20 Oct 13 | 29 Oct 13 | $1400 | $1400 | | |
| 27 Oct 13 | 05 Nov 13 | $1400 | $1400 | | |
| 22 Dec 13 | 31 Dec 13 | $1440 | $1440 | | |
Prices and itineraries shown for tours departing from January 2012 onwards are subject to change and confirmation with the publication of our 2012 /13 brochure, due to be published in October 2011.