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Explore the rich history and diverse cultural influences of Northern India. This tour encompasses the sacred city of Varanasi, the intricately carved temples at Khajuraho, the majestic Taj Mahal, Jodhpur's blue-washed houses and bustling market and the beautiful lakes and palaces of Udaipur. |
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Arrive-Delhi :
Fly from London to Delhi with Virgin Atlantic. |
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Day 2: |
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Delhi :
Transfer to the Hyatt Regency / Intercontinental The Grand for 2 nights. Morning at leisure. Afternoon tour of Old Delhi, including the Red Fort, Jama Masjid Mosque and Raj Ghat. Evening tour briefing. |
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Delhi :
Morning tour of New Delhi, including India Gate and the Viceregal Residence, both fine examples of British Imperial architecture. Continue to the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun and the Qutb Minar tower. Afternoon at leisure.
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Delhi-Varanasi :
Morning flight to Varanasi. Stay at the Taj Ganges / Radisson for 1 night. Afternoon tour of Sarnath, the site of Buddha's first sermon. |
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Varanasi-Khajuraho :
Early morning boat ride on the River Ganges. Afternoon flight to Khajuraho. Stay at the Taj Chandela / Jass for 2 nights. |
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Khajuraho :
Morning visit to the Chandela temples. Afternoon at leisure. |
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Khajuraho-Agra :
Morning drive to the village of Orchha, the former capital of the Bundela dynasty. After lunch, continue to Jhansi and take the train to Agra. Transfer to the Trident Hilton / Taj View for 2 nights.
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Agra :
Early morning visit to the Taj Mahal. After breakfast, visit the massive Agra Fort and the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah. Afternoon at leisure or optional excursion to Akbar’s Tomb at Sikandra (payable locally). |
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Agra-Jaipur :
Drive to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted 16th century red sandstone city, built by Emperor Akbar as his capital and abandoned just 15 years later. Continue to Jaipur and stay for 2 nights at the Le Meridien / Trident Hotel.
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Jaipur
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Morning tour of the Fort Palace of Amber. Afternoon visit to the City Palace and the Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory.
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Jaipur-Jodhpur :
Transfer by road to Jodhpur via Nimaj Reservoir. Stay for 2 nights at The Ummed / Ajit Bhawan. |
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Jodhpur :
Morning visit to the magnificent Meherangarh Fort followed by a walking tour though the picturesque old blue town. |
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Jodhpur-Udaipur :
Drive south to the lake city of Udaipur, visiting the exquisite Jain temples at Ranakpur en route. Arrive at the Trident Hilton / Laxmi Vilas Palace in the late afternoon for a 2 night stay.
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Udaipur :
Morning tour of the City Palace and the Jagdish Temple. Afternoon at leisure in Udaipur. |
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Udaipur-Delhi :
Late morning transfer to the airport and fly to Delhi. Transfer to the Hyatt Regency / Intercontinental The Grand.
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Delhi-London :
Transfer to the airport and fly to London with Virgin Atlantic.
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