Splendours-Tour-of-India-Package

After arriving in Delhi early on day two, we’ll have some time to relax before heading out to explore New Delhi. The area’s tree-lined streets, parks and fountains gravitate to New Delhi’s fashionable centre, Connaught Place. We’ll drive along the ceremonial avenue, Rajpath, passing Parliament House, the President’s Residence and the imposing India Gate. The following day is dedicated to Old Delhi. With narrow alleys, bustling bazaars, temples and mosques, this walled city is quite a contrast to New Delhi. We’ll visit the Gandhi memorial, India’s largest and most elegant mosque, and the UNESCO-listed tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayan.

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Excursions & visits: City tour of New Delhi (afternoon day 2) City tour of Old Delhi (morning day 3)

Breakfast & Dinner

On day 3, we’ll fly to Udaipur, one of the finest creations of the Rajputs. Founded in the 16th century, Udaipur is a romantic collection of palaces, temples, parks and gardens, many of which line the shore of Lake Pichola. Once we reach our hotel, you’ll have the rest of the day at leisure to explore or maybe enjoy a sunset stroll down by the lake. The following morning, we’ll start off with a sightseeing tour. The City Palace, now a museum, is a highlight, famed for its mirrored walls, ivory doors, coloured-glass windows and inlaid marble balconies. After the tour, we’ll enjoy a boat ride on the lake (water levels permitting).

Trident Udaipur (4.5-star)

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Excursions & visits: City tour of Udaipur (morning day 5) Boat ride on Lake Pichola (evening day 5)

2 Breakfasts & Dinner

We’ll journey by road from Udaipur to Jaipur, stopping for lunch along the way. We arrive in the afternoon, so you’ll have the remainder of the day to have a wander at your own pace. Jaipur is the state capital of Rajasthan, and known as the ‘Pink City’ for the red sandstone buildings housed in its old walled city. On our full day here, we’ll have a sightseeing tour of the city. We’ll pass the Palace of Winds and visit the magnificent Amber Fort. Our tour also includes the City Palace Museum, where we’ll admire the Royal Wardrobe Collection.

Radisson Hotel Jaipur City Centre (4.5-star)

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Excursions & visits: Amber Fort and city tour of Jaipur (all day, day 7)

2 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

From Jaipur, we’ll make our way to Ranthambore and its wildlife-filled national park. After lunch, we’ll head out on our first jungle game drive, in a park that covers 410 square kilometres. Take the time to immerse yourself in the sounds and smells of the jungle - it’s home to leopards, monkeys, crocodiles and a whole host of birdlife. Of course, if you spot the shy and elusive Bengal tiger, that’ll be an extra highlight. On our second day here, we’ll take another two game drives.

Ranthambore Regency

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Excursions & visits: Game drive (afternoon day 8) Game drive (early morning day 9) Game drive (afternoon day 9)

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

From Ranthambore, we’ll take the train to Bharatpur and drive onwards to Fatehpur Sikri, a deserted sandstone city built by Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace during the 16th century. We then continue on to Agra, where we’ll spend the next two nights. Agra plays host to some spectacular monuments - Agra Fort, the Pearl Mosque, Jasmine Tower - but none capture the imagination quite like the Taj Mahal. Built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, it’s one of the most extravagant monuments to love ever built. You’ll have some free time to explore, before we visit Agra Fort.

Trident Agra (4-star)

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Excursions & visits: Train journey from Sawai Madhopur to Bharatpur (morning day 10)

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

It’ll be an early start this morning as we take the Shatabdi Express train from Agra to Jhansi followed by a road transfer to Khajuraho.

The LaLiT, Khajuraho (4-star)

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Excursions & visits: Train journey from Agra to Jhansi (morning)

Breakfast & Dinner

Today we’ll visit the Chandela Dynasty temples. Set in a beautiful park, they rise spectacularly in peaks and spirals, and are intricately carved and designed with statues and friezes. We then transfer to the airport for our flight to Varanasi, where you’ll have the afternoon free to explore.

Radisson Hotel Varanasi (4-star)

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Excursions & visits: Visit the Chandela Dynasty temples (morning)

Breakfast & Dinner

Morning sightseeing tour of Varanasi includes a boat ride on the River Ganges and some Hindu temples. Afternoon excursion to the buried Buddhist city of Sarnath.

Radisson Hotel Varanasi (4-star)

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Excursions & visits: City tour of Varanasi, including boat ride on the River Ganges (morning) Visit Sarnath (afternoon)

Breakfast

After a morning at leisure, we’ll transfer to the airport for our flight to Delhi, where you’ll enjoy your final night in India.

The Roseate House, Delhi (4-star)

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Excursions & visits: Game drive (early morning)

Breakfast & Dinner

We transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.

Casino Hotel, Kochi (4-star)

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Excursions & visits: Kathakali dance performance (evening)

Breakfast

Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK. Upon arrival, our vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.

Casino Hotel, Kochi (4-star)

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Breakfast