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different, but equally enchanting experience in the sharp light of early morning. Return to your hotel for breakfast and then tour the palatial Agra Fort behind its imposing 65-foot walls. Board the afternoon Kota Jan Shatabdi Express Train to Ranthambore and transfer to the evocative Vivanta by Taj Sawai Madhopur Lodge. meals b+l+d
Insearchofthe DAY 5 | Bengal Tiger
Most travelers visit the reserve in a canter, a bus that seats 20 people. But our morning and afternoon safari drives find you in open-air jeeps that seat only 6 guests with anexpertnaturalistguideineach. Our vehicles are faster and more maneuverable than the canter,
and promise a better chance of encountering the magnificent but elusive Bengal Tiger as well as other Ranthambore residents like sloths, bears and hyena. meals b+l+d
DAY 6 Onward to Jaipur |
This morning, we’ve arranged aspecialvisittoDastkar;meet the members of this unique community project that is empowering village women to produce, market and sell their traditional handicrafts. Then journey through the colorful Rajasthani countryside to Jaipur where you’ll check in to the ITC Rajputana Hotel. meals b+l+d
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OUR JOURNEY
DAY1 WelcometoDelhi! |
On arrival, you’ll be escorted to the 5-star Leela Palace.
DAY2 ExploreDelhi... | Old+New
Your day begins along the Rajpath, one of the city’s
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DAY 7 | Sightseeing in Jaipur
Ascend to the Amber Fort,
home to palaces, gardens, pavilions and the magnificent Chamber of Mirrors. Back in the city, enjoy lunch at Samode Haveli, set in a 200-year-old manor house. Then visit the City Palace Museum to see royal costumes, armory and miniature paintings. At the Palace of Winds, you’ll admire its delicately latticed facade. Your tour ends at Jantar Mantar, an 18th-century observatory with accurate stone instruments. meals b+l
DAY 8 | Journey to Jodhpur Thismorning’sscenicdrivebrings
you to Jodhpur, settled centuries ago with broad streets lined by blue and white houses. Check in to the enchanting Taj Hari Mahal Hotel and then visit Mehrangarh Fort, set on a 400-foot hill overlooking the city. Behind its massive walls and
7 imposing gates is an amazing complex of palaces, pavilions and courtyards. meals b+d
Nature+Villagesof DAY 9 | the Thar Desert
Our exclusive excursion today takes you off-road in 4x4 jeeps to observe and learn about the flora and fauna that thrive in the arid yet hauntingly beautiful Thar Desert. You’ll also visit various villages including the home of the Bishnoi tribe, known for their traditional ways and deep
reverence for the sacredness of all life. Dine this evening at Hanwant Mahal overlooking the beautiful Umaid Bhawan Palace. meals b+l+d
DAY 1 0 | Onward toUdaipur
Journey into the Aravalli Hills to visit Ranakpur. With four shrines and 24 pillared halls of exquisitely carved sandstone, this is India’s largest and most important Jain temple. Continue to Udaipur and check in to the fabulous Taj Lake Palace. This evening’s sunset cruise on Lake Pichola is a delightful
way to experience India’s most romantic city. meals b+l
DAY11 TheCityofDreams |
Explore the lovely City Palace, the largest in Rajasthan with its richly decorated courtyards, soaring towers topped with cupolas, and lavish halls filled with Mughal art. Browse in the market before lunch and enjoy a free afternoon to soak up the idyllic setting of your private- island lake resort. meals b+l+d
DAY12 ToDelhi |
Fly to Delhi for a night at the deluxe Pullman AeroCity Hotel, ideally located near the airport. meals b+d
DAY 13 | Depart Delhi
We’ll take you to the airport today for your onward flight. meals b
grandest boulevards. Visit Jama
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Masjid, India’s largest mosque, and venture by pedicab along the lively streets of Old Delhi to the spice market. Visit the 19th-century home of Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib andlearnaboutIndia’scultural diversity at Bangla Sahib, the city’s largest Sikh Temple. Drive past Parliament and the India Gate before visiting two World Heritage Sites, Qutab Minar and Humayun’s Tomb. Enjoy dinner and wine this evening at Lodi. meals b+d
DAY 3 | Agra + The Taj Mahal
Travel to Agra and check in to the deluxe ITC Mughal Hotel. Few knowtogo,butthiseveningwe take you across the river to a garden that promises magical views of the Taj Mahal at sunset. meals b+d
DAY 4 | Agra to Ranthambore
You did see this landmark
yesterday evening, but the iridescent and translucent facade of the Taj Mahal offers a decidedly
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