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India
Imperial Rajasthan Luxury Hosted Tour
September 2019
India offers the fascination of a bygone era, the land of Maharajas,
history, cultural and civilization. The imaginative and innovative
use of available infrastructure in the right rhythm, quality and
variety makes any visit to India unforgettable.
The indulgence of ornate palaces sharply contrasts the simplicity
of rural life. India is a much sought-after destination and each day
of our adventure is thoughtfully planned to give you the most
authentic and memorable experience. YOUR HOSTS: Phil & Jane Harris
Day 1 Saturday, 21 September Day 4 Wednesday, 25 September (B, L, D) Day 7 Saturday, 28 September (B, L, D)
Today we depart Auckland bound for Delhi. Today you will proceed for guided visit of Amber After breakfast proceed for a guided sightseeing of
Fort, en-route photo stop at Hawa Mahal (Wind India’s Golden city and visit the Imposing Jaisalmer
Sunday, 22 September Palace). Continue your morning with Amber Fort Fort, Patwon Ki Haveli (Merchant Mansions) and
Arrive at Delhi International Airport. Please clear excursion, the ancient capital of Rajasthan and Gadisar Lake. Later this evening, enjoy a camel
immigration & visa formalities, collect your baggage the majestic palace complex to witness a unique ride on the sand dunes and witness the sunset. The
and proceed to the arrival lounge through the green system of air-conditioning of 17th century. Later sunset has a peculiar glow and as night descends,
channel if you do not have goods to be declared proceed for guided tour of Jaipur city starting the sky goes up in flames, which fade leaving a few
to customs. TOTAL HOLIDAY OPTIONS Executive will with City Palace Museum; boasts to have some embers, till it becomes black, a breath-taking sight
meet you at the arrival lounge to welcome you. The of the priceless handwritten Hindu scriptures of indeed.
group will then be transferred to the designated the ancient past, and is registered in the Guinness Later return to the hotel for dinner and overnight
hotel by chartered air-conditioned coach where you Book of Records to contain the biggest silver in Jaisalmer.
will experience a traditional welcome with garland objects in the world. Conclude your day with visit
while hotel formalities are being completed. Stay to Jantar Mantar; one of the famed observatories
two nights in Delhi. built by Sawai Jai Singh is a complex of
astronomical instruments, chiselled out of stone
Day 2 Monday, 23 September (B, L, D) which provides accurate information to this day.
Morning, meet your tour manager at the hotel Later experience an interesting session of Henna
lobby for a short briefing, followed by a guided Painting (a tattooing art with green herbs over
sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi. Begin legs and palms) a must do activities for women.
with Old Delhi with a drive passed the Red Fort Meanwhile, women are busy with henna
Palace to reach Jama Masjid - the largest mosque painting, men will learn the traditional Rajasthani
in India built in red sandstone. Between the Turban tying.
mosque and Chandni Chowk is a narrow shop-
lined street along which you will be transported
by cycle rickshaws on your most photogenic
journey of the tour. Afternoon drive around New
Delhi, which will include photo opportunities at
some of the following attractions - the exterior
of the Parliament House, the War Memorial Arch
(India Gate) and residence of the President of
India in New Delhi. Conclude your day with visit
to Qutab Minar; being one of the most important
landmarks of Delhi, with calligraphy decorated
interiors as well as inscriptions of verses of the
Holy Quran.
Return to the hotel to freshen-up and get ready
for our welcome dinner at the hotel’s in-house Day 8 Sunday, 29 September (B, L, D)
restaurant. Stay overnight in Delhi. Morning after breakfast check out of the hotel
and travel towards India’s Blue city also known
Day 3 Tuesday, 24 September (B, L, D) as Jodhpur (approx: 5-hour drive), this used to be
This morning after a leisurely breakfast check the silk route of India. It was formerly the seat of
out and travel to Jaipur (approx: 4-hour drive). a Princely state, also known as Marwar. Arrive
This first planned city of India is a treasure-trove Jodhpur and check in at the hotel for two nights.
of culture, art and history, famous for its colour, Later in the afternoon after brief rest enjoy a
lifestyle and Rajasthani cuisine. It is a city exuding guided tour of Jodhpur, visiting the Mehrangarh
royal heritage and extravagant richness. Arrive at Fort (Majestic Fort), one of the most impressive
Jaipur and check in for two nights. Rest of the and formidable structures anywhere in India. Built
evening is free to relax or explore Bappu Bazaar Evening enjoy a Rajasthani cultural and puppet by Rao Jodha, this 5km long Fort is on a 125m
famous for textiles, footwear, jewellery etc. shows to keep you entertained followed by a high hill and has some magnificent palaces with
sumptuous dinner, presenting the best of local marvellously carved panel’s latticed window. The
culinary traditions. After dinner return to the hotel Fort Museum houses an exquisite collection of
for an overnight stay. palanquins, howdahs (Elephant saddles), royal
cradles, miniatures paintings, musical instruments,
Day 5 Thursday, 26 September (B, L, D) costumes and furniture. Also visit Jaswant Thada, a
Travel towards Bikaner (approx: 6-hour drive), cluster of royal cenotaphs in white marble built in
lying to the north-west part of Rajasthan and the year 1899 AD in memory of Maharaja Jaswant
the centre of art and culture of medieval India. Singh II. Within the main cenotaph are the portraits
On arrival check into your hotel for a brief rest. of various Jodhpur rulers. It is an architectural
Afterwards, proceed on a guided visit to a Camel landmark of Jodhpur. Later return to the hotel for
Breeding Farm. Visit the small Camel museum, get dinner and overnight in Jodhpur.
to taste the rare products made from the highly
sweet camel milk, like Ice cream, and tea and Day 9 Monday, 30 September (B, L, D)
coffee. Return to the hotel for overnight stay. Morning after breakfast witness the life style of
a unique tribe called the Bishnoi. We travel off-
Day 6 Friday, 27 September (B, L, D) road by 4x4 through the semi-arid desert to reach
After breakfast check out and proceed for half a the Bishnoi village of Jodhpur, Rajasthan is scenic
day guided city tour visiting Junagarh Fort, made beauty marked with Khejri trees and deer. Also, in
of red and pink sandstone, with 37 internal domes the village is the Guda Bishnoi Lake here we stop
and surrounded by high walls with a 30-foot trench for a picnic lunch. The Bishnoi community inhabits
around it. Later continue toward Jaisalmer (approx: the village. The villagers are staunch worshippers
5-hour drive) on arrival check-in for two nights. of nature in all its forms, specially the sanctity of
plant and animal life. They even pray to the green
trees and animals that inhabit their land. In this towards Sawai Modhopur (approx: 5-hour drive) of the afternoon is at leisure. Approx. 3:00 pm we
world of exploitation everywhere, they make every known for the famous Ranthambore National get ready to enjoy a guided tour of Agra and visit
effort to conserve the environment. Another fact Parks in Northern India. Being considered as one the Agra Fort an UNESCO Site, built by Emperor
about the Bishnoi tribe is that they worship Lord of the famous and former hunting grounds of Akbar which is a mixture of the Islamic and Hindu
Vishnu and are vegetarians. the Maharajas of Jaipur, today the Ranthambore styles of architecture and Itimad-Ud-Daulah Tomb,
Later return to Jodhpur and explore the Sadar Bazaar National Park terrain is major wildlife tourist nicknamed the baby Taj; another fine example of
famous for spices and textiles. Stay overnight in attraction, besides the gloriously coated tiger, Mughal architecture.
Jodhpur. other animals that continue to live here are the
leopard, jungle cat, antelope, sloth bear, marsh Day 16 Monday, 7 October (B, L, D)
Day 10 Tuesday, 1 October (B, L, D) crocodile and hyena to name a few. This park Early morning, visit Taj Mahal, the epitome of love,
doesn’t fail to impress ornithologists as it houses standing on the banks of the river Yamuna and
Morning after breakfast travel towards Udaipur
over 350 bird species and attracts migratory built in the 17th century by the Mughal Emperor
(approx: 6-hour drive) also known as the lake city
birds during the cold winter months from as far Shahjahan.
of India, en-route and visit Ranakpur temple, with
as Siberia. Even in terms of flora, the park has
its intricately carved marble Pillars and Domes. Made entirely of white marble and decorated with
widespread varieties of plant life that charm
Ranakpur is amongst the five holiest places of exquisite pietra dura (stone inlay) work, different
eager naturalists. Besides the wilderness, the
the Jain community and tucked away in a remote types of precious and semi-precious stones were used
promising backdrop of the fort is a magnet for
valley in the Aravalli ranges. Later continue towards in the intricate inlay work done on the interiors. This
photography aficionados.
Udaipur on arrival check into the hotel for two nights. magnificent monument is built around a Charbagh
On arrival check-in at the hotel for two nights. or ’four gardens” plan split by watercourses, and
Day 11 Wednesday, 2 October (B, L, D) Lunch and dinner will be served at hotel. reflects the influence of Persian architecture.
Morning after breakfast start your day with the
guided sightseeing tour of Udaipur. Visit City Palace
& its complex. The City Palace boasts a wonderful
blend of Medieval, European and Chinese
Architecture and has various towers, domes and
arches, which add to the flavour of this heritage site.
Later visit Jagdish Temple, dating back to 1651 AD,
an exquisite example of Indo Aryan architecture.
Afternoon enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola, an
artificial fresh water lake, created in the year 1362
AD, and named after the nearby Picholi village.
Rest of the evening explore the numerous shops
that dot the narrow winding streets of Udaipur for
souvenirs with overnight in Udaipur.
Day 12 Thursday, 3 October (B, L, D)
After breakfast check out of the hotel and travel to
the tiny tranquil town of Pushkar (approx: 5-hour
drive), lying along the banks of the picturesque
Pushkar Lake, in a narrow dry valley, overshadowed
by impressive rocky hills, offering the most
spectacular views of the desert during sunset. In
the afternoon we visit Pushkar Lake and Brahma
temple; the only one of its kind in the world.
Pushkar begets a legacy of timeless architectural
heritage and radiates an ambience of peace and
spirituality. Stay overnight at Pushkar.
Day 14 Saturday, 5 October (B, L, D) Return to the hotel for breakfast with rest of the day
Wake up early in the morning and prepare for the is at leisure or for your own activity. The bazaars of
first game drive 6:00–9:30 am. Kindly check with the Agra are famous for Marble work.
reception if there is any change in time. Enjoy the
national park travelling in convoy over an estimated
Day 17 Tuesday, 8 October (B, L, D)
area of 400km2 of this amazing reserve. The tiger After leisurely breakfast checkout and travel to
is not the only attraction at Ranthambore although Delhi (approx: 4-hour drive). On arrival check in
it is the one park resident that visitors come to see. at the hotel for overnight stay. Evening enjoy a
A variety of birds including Owlets, the ubiquitous farewell dinner at the inhouse restaurant.
Langur (monkey), Leopard, Caracal, Hyena, Jackal,
Jungle Cat, marsh Crocodiles, Wild Boar, Bears and Day 18 Wednesday, 9 October (B)
various species of Deer are the other attractions. Today we bid India farewell and fly home to
Return to the hotel approx 9:30am and have your New Zealand.
breakfast with rest of the morning at leisure. Later
in the afternoon after lunch enjoy another game
drive commencing approximately 2:30pm. Stay
overnight in Ranthambore.
- TOUR ARRANGEMENTS CONCLUDE -
Day 15 Sunday, 6 October (B, L, D)
After breakfast checkout and travel toward Agra,
Day 13 Friday, 4 October (B, L, D) home of the Taj Mahal (approx: 6-hour drive). On
After breakfast check out from hotel and travel arrival check in at the hotel for two nights with rest
18 days | fully escorted from NZ Travel Responsibly Highlights
$ 8,895
* Top responsible travel tips: • Cycle rickshaw ride in Chandani Chowk
(Old Delhi)
from 1. Be considerate of customs, traditions, religion • Visit the iconic monuments in Jaipur, Jodhpur
and culture. Dress modestly and respectfully. and Jaisalmer
Shoulders to knees should be covered, especially
per person, share twin/double • Visit the Bishnoi Village in Jodhpur
when entering places of worship. Ask permission,
remove your shoes and cover your shoulders • Henna painting for women & turban tying
Single supplement: $2995 session for men in Jaipur
with a jacket or wrap before entering a place of
worship. • Jeep ride at Amber Fort in Jaipur
2. Always dispose of litter thoughtfully, including • Traditional night (folk performances), with
Inclusions: cigarette butts. dinner at Narain Niwas Palace in Jaipur
• Return economy class flight from Auckland 3. Please ask and receive permission before • Visit to camel breeding farm in Bikaner
to Delhi taking photos of people, including children. • Camel ride on sand dunes in Jaisalmer
• 5-star accommodation with private facilities 4. For environmental reasons, try to avoid buying • Rural experience by 4x4 jeep in Jodhpur
in luxury hotels and palaces bottled water. Fill a reusable water bottle or • Boat ride on Lake Pichola in Udaipur
• All main meals as specified canteen with filtered water instead. • Game drive at Ranthambore National Park
(B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner) 5. Refrain from touching or interfering with • Morning visit to Taj Mahal in Agra
• Welcome dinner in Delhi ancient monuments, relics or historic sites.
• Sightseeing and entrance fees to the 6. Learn some local language and don’t be afraid Exclusions:
monuments as per the itinerary to use it - simple greetings will help break the ice.
• Domestic flights within New Zealand
• English speaking local guide during 7. Shop for locally made products. Supporting
sightseeing as per itinerary local artisans helps keep traditional crafts alive. • Visas and travel insurance
• Bottled water during drives and sightseeing 8. Refrain from supporting businesses that exploit • Optional/additional activities including any
entrance fees and excursions not included in
• Farewell dinner in Delhi or abuse endangered animals.
the itinerary
• All applicable & current taxes 9. When bargaining at markets, stay calm, be • Any additional meals or food items not
• Gratuities/tipping reasonable and keep a smile on your face. It’s specified in the itinerary
• Total Holiday Options Tour Manager meant to be fun!
• Items of personal nature (telephone, drinks,
• Services of your hosts - Phil & Jane Harris 10. Refrain from giving gifts or money to locals. laundry, mini-bar, curios, medicines etc)
*Price is per person, based on twin/double share. A $500 refundable
deposit per person is required at time of booking. A further $500
pp non-refundable deposit is required by 16 Nov 2018 and balance
payment required by 17 Jun 2019. Tour is subject to min numbers.
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Price is based on cash, cheque, direct credit or Eftpos payment only.
We welcome all major credit cards and Q Card, however processing
fees apply. Tour is subject to availability until sold out. Pricing is
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