2024 Taj Mahal & the Treasures of India - Pushkar Fair Reverse Routing
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Tour Code:
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Start City:
New Delhi
End City:
Mumbai
Tour Style:
Tour Quality:
Luxury
Tour Length:
16 days
Age Requirement:
10+ Years Old
Tour Capacity:
18
Dates & Prices
| Start Date | End Date | Offers | Brochure Land Price | Quote |
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| Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 | Friday, Nov 15, 2024 | $14,795 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
| Sunday, Nov 03, 2024 | Monday, Nov 18, 2024 | $14,795 | Get Our Price | Get Quote |
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Tour Itinerary
Explore kaleidoscopic India, seeing contrasting Old and New Delhi, holy Varanasi and — if luck has it — the elusive Bengal tiger in Panna National Park. Behold the peerless Taj Mahal at sunrise and sunset, attend the colorful Pushkar Fair, and privately cruise placid Lake Pichola in Udaipur.
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Day 1
Delhi, IndiaArrive in Delhi, India'''s vibrant capital city, where you are met by an Abercrombie & Kent representativeand transferred to your hotel. Hotel: The Oberoi, New Delhi
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Day 2
DelhiThis morning, Ride Like a Local and set off on an exciting rickshaw ride through the carts and stalls of Chandni Chowk bazaar, one the oldest and busiest markets in Old Delhi. After lunch, tour New Delhi, including Humayun'''s Tomb, the last resting place of an esteemed 16th-century Mughal emperor and an architectural precursor ofthe Taj Mahal. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner alongside fellow guests. Hotel: The Oberoi, New Delhi
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Day 3
VaranasiFly to Varanasi this morning, a city sacred to Hindus and Buddhists alike. Enjoy a city tour and check into your hotel. At dusk, head to the banks of the sacred Ganges River to witness the aarti ceremony.Chanted prayers and rhythmic drumming fill the air as you watch lantern-bearing priests bid the godsand goddesses a restful slumber.Hotel: Taj Ganges, Varanasi
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Day 4
Varanasi/KhajurahoRise early for a private sunrise cruise on the Ganges River to observe activity along the ghats (stone steps leading down to the river), where locals and pilgrims cleanse themselves, literally and spiritually. Spend the rest of the morning relaxing at your hotel. Then, fly to Khajuraho and explore the magnificent Hindu and Jain temples of Khajuraho, adorned with intricate stone carvings depicting all aspects of life. Continue to remote Panna National Park, a haven for India'''s wildlife. On an A&K-exclusive experience, meet with a member of the nomadic Pardhi community to learn about their role in the continuing effort to repopulate Panna National Park with the elusive Bengal tiger.Hotel: The Lalit Temple View Khajuraho
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Day 5
Panna National ParkRise early this morning for a game drive in Panna National Park by four-wheel-drive vehicle, spotting crocodiles or perhaps the elusive Bengal tiger. Learn how a successful conservation program has grown the park'''s tiger population, increasing the odds of a sighting. Return to the hotel to savor a Chef'''s Table experience featuring an Indian cooking demonstration, as your hotel'''s chef prepares local delicacies for lunch. Enjoy an afternoon game drive before returning to your hotel for dinner.Hotel: The Lalit Temple View Khajuraho
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Day 6
AgraToday, travel through the countryside to Jhansi, where you board your express train to Agra. Check-in to your luxury hotel and catch your first glimpse of the Taj Mahal through your window.Hotel: The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra
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Day 7
AgraFew sights in the world are as breathtaking as the Taj Mahal. This elaborate mausoleum, created by the emperor Shah Jahan in memory of the most beloved of his wives, is the apex of Mughal architecture, its gem-encrusted marble skin giving it a shimmering, intangible quality. Pay a visit to the masterpiece this morning, when the rising sun lends a warm pink tint to its marble face. Proceed to Agra Fort, a 16th-century Mughal monument and UNESCO World Heritage Site where Shah Jahan was once held prisoner. Following afternoon leisure time, see the incomparable Taj Mahal at sunset, when it is awash in shifting hues.Hotel: The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra
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Day 8
JaipurAfter breakfast, drive to Jaipur and check in to your hotel, the former residence of the Maharajah of Jaipur. Later, explore the City Palace, a unique and arresting complex of several palaces, pavilions, gardens and temples. Located within the palace'''s gates is the Mubarak Mahal, or '''Auspicious Palace,''' which contains textiles including the royal formal costumes, Sanganeri block prints, Kashmiri pashminas and silk saris. Then, visit Jantar Mantar, an intriguing open-air array of astronomical instruments.Hotel: Rambagh Palace, Jaipur
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Day 9
JaipurSee the Palace of the Winds ''' built for the women of the royal household to observe street life without being seen. Proceed to explore the beautiful Mughal-style Amber Fort. This red sandstone and marble palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This afternoon, enjoy one of these Design Your Day activities.Practice Yoga During a Private Session at Rambagh Palace.Visit Digantar Vidyalay to interact with the students at an innovative school supported by Abercrombie & Kent Philanthropy. Discover the Bazaars of Jaipur, taking in the vibe of local life and browsing for mementos.Hotel: Rambagh Palace, Jaipur
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Day 10
PushkarEarly this morning, drive to the otherwise quiet, secluded desert town of Pushkar, sharing the road with camels, trucks, cattle, water buffalo and rickshaws as you approach. Spend the next two days experiencing the bustling Pushkar Fair, a colorful whirl of activity drawing people from all around the globe.Hotel: Pratap Mahal, Ajmer-IHCL SeleQtions
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Day 11
PushkarEnjoy another opportunity to experience the Pushkar Fair. See painted and adorned camels and cattle being traded; peruse stalls selling camel tassels and woven gypsy dowry bags; and witness Hindu devotees as they throng the ghats around Pushkar Lake in order to bathe, cleanse their sins and attain a place in heaven.Hotel: Pratap Mahal, Ajmer-IHCL SeleQtions
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Day 12
UdaipurDrive to Udaipur, stopping for lunch en route. Continue to Udaipur and check in to your romantic hotel.Hotel: Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur
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Day 13
UdaipurExplore the City Palace, a marble complex that offers unforgettable views of Lake Pichola and its surroundings. Continue to the Crystal Gallery in Fateh Prakash Palace. Stroll through the Sahelion Ki Bari (Garden of the Maids of Honor) before returning to the hotel. Later, take a private cruise past JagMandir, a palace on an island in placidly beautiful Lake Pichola, followed by a Scenic Sundowner. Enjoy dinner at your hotel.Hotel: Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur
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Day 14
MumbaiFly in the morning to the cosmopolitan city of Mumbai, India'''s bustling, vibrant commercial capital. After checking in to your hotel, you may see the city at leisure or simply relax. In the evening, join fellow guests for a farewell dinner.Hotel: The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai
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Day 15
MumbaiThis morning, explore the city'''s classic sites, beginning with the Gateway of India, an 85-foot-high arch with a design that reflects India'''s Muslim and Hindu traditions. Visit the Prince of Wales Museum and Mani Bhawan, a museum dedicated to the life and works of Mahatma Gandhi. Next, see the Dhobi Ghat, the largest open-air laundry in the world and a wonderfully colorful spectacle to behold. Return to your hotel in the early afternoon, with the balance of the day and evening at leisure.Hotel: The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai
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Day 16
MumbaiAfter breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departing flight.
Meals: Breakfast
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