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The imperial monuments of India's capital Delhi, the Royal Palaces of Jaipur and the beautiful Taj Mahal at Agra are the principal attractions of this classic north India tour. Choose from three, four or five star hotels for the main Taj Tour and add an exciting extension to experience a little more of this fabulous country. An excellent introduction to India as you will cover all of the 'must sees' in a short time.

Itinerary:

DAY 1

Fly Jet Airways from Heathrow to Delhi.

DAY 2

Arrive late morning in Delhi and transfer to your hotel for one night. Optional evening visit to the Sound and Light show at the Red Fort or the Dances of India show.

DAY 3

Visit the chaotic yet mesmerising Old Delhi, then continue by coach to the imperial architectural masterpiece of Lutyen’s New Delhi. Drive in the afternoon to Agra for two nights (130 miles, approx. 5 hours).

DAY 4

This morning visit the spectacular Taj Mahal. A short tour around Agra follows including the 16th Century red sandstone fort, home to the fairy tale Jahangir Palace. We highly recommend the optional tour to the Taj Mahal at sunset, or the tour of Itimad-Ud-Daulah’s tomb, known as Baby Taj.

DAY 5

After an early breakfast leave Agra for the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur stopping en route to see the perfectly preserved deserted Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri and the fascinating step-well at Abhaneri between Agra and Jaipur (160 miles, approx. 5½ hours).

DAY 6

Leave Jaipur and visit the ancient imposing Amber Fort. In the afternoon return to Jaipur and visit the Royal Observatory and Maharajah’s Palace. Marvel at the unique Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds), take a rickshaw ride through the bustling streets.

DAY 7

Drive back to Delhi for one last night (162 miles, approx. 5½ hours).

DAY 8

Fly to Heathrow on Jet Airways, arriving the same day.

EXTENSIONS

SHIMLA

Shimla was once the summer capital of the British Raj.

DAY 8

Morning Shatabdi Express train to Kalka (approx. 4½ hours) then by narrow gauge 'toy train' (approx. 5 hours) through the foothills of the Himalayas to Shimla, spend three nights or more here.

DAY 9 & 10

Time at leisure to explore the many lanes and walks and take in the beautiful view from along The Mall. Optional visit to Viceregal Lodge and local temple (available locally).

DAY 11

Drive down to Kalka (approx. 70 miles) to connect with the Shatabdi Express train to Delhi (approx. 4½ hours) and transfer to your original hotel for an overnight stay.

DAY 12

Fly Jet Airways to Heathrow arriving same day.

TIGERS OF RANTHAMBORE

Ranthambore National Park is a major example of Project Tiger’s conservation plans in Rajasthan.

DAY 7

Drive Jaipur to Ranthambore for three nights. Three game drives in open top canters are included.

DAY 10

Catch the Jan Shatabdi express train (approx. 5½ hours) to Delhi and overnight at your original hotel.

DAY 11

Fly Jet Airways arriving Heathrow the same day.

NB

Ranthambore is closed Jul01-Sep30. Please note the canters are compact.

AMRITSAR

Amritsar is the Sikh holy city and home to the beguiling and colourful Golden Temple.

DAY 8

Transfer to the railway station for your early morning Shatabdi Express to Amritsar (approx. 6 hours). Optional evening visit to the brilliantly illuminated Golden Temple to see the Paalki ceremony (available locally).

DAY 9

Morning half day city tour of Amristar including the Golden Temple and Jaliawala Bagh. Afternoon excursion to the Wagah Border to witness the Change of the Guards ceremony.

DAY 10

Catch the late afternoon Shatabdi Express (approx. 6 hours) to Delhi for a night at your original hotel.

DAY 11

Fly to Heathrow with Jet Airways arriving later the same day.

BEACHES OF GOA

The perfect relaxing end to your tour.

DAY 7

Fly Jet Airways to Goa for five nights or more at your chosen hotel.

DAY 12

Fly to Mumbai to connect with your Jet Airways flight, arriving Heathrow later the same day.

KATHMANDU

Backed by the stunning Himalayan mountains, Kathmandu gives you an excellent taster of this enchanting kingdom.

DAY 8

Fly Jet Airways to Kathmandu for three nights in this fascinating city. A half day city tour is included.

DAY 11

Fly Jet Airways via Delhi to Heathrow arriving later the same day.

Tour Includes :

MEAL PLAN

Prices include breakfast throughout the main tour and all extensions; breakfast, lunch and dinner in Ranthambore.

ACCOMMODATION

A choice of three, four star or five star hotels is available. It may be necessary on certain occasions to amend the accommodation to another hotel of a similar standard.

TRAVEL TIPS

Local conditions may necessitate slight variations to timings of the itinerary. The Festival of Colours, Holi will be celebrated all over India on Mar01 2010. People spray each other with different coloured dyes.

MINIMUM NUMBERS

This tour is subject to a minimum number of passengers.

GRATUITIES

Porterage and tips for meals are included in your tour price. We recommend for your driver and guide, you tip at the end of your holiday.

NB

Driving times are approximate and do not include time taken for sightseeing, meal and comfort stops h Check-in at hotels in India is only after 12pm midday h A framed group photo at the Taj Mahal is presented to all guests (one photo per room).

Taj Tour is accompanied from arrival in Delhi right through to departure from Delhi by a professional, English speaking local tour manager. Extensions to the main tour are on an unescorted basis; however assistance will be available from our local representatives throughout.

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