|
 |
THIS EXPERIENTIAL JOURNEY combines a fun-filled trip with a historical introduction to India. Multigenerational family travellers begin in India’s capital city of Delhi, and then travel to the enchanting Taj Mahal. Experience a traditional Village Festival in Jaipur before journeying to the Himalayan town of Shimla for gentle walks through some of the world’s most spectacular beauty. Meet other families or travel exclusively with your own, while indulging in luxurious Oberoi accommodations replete with lavish swimming pools and spas. |
|
|
 |
|
| |
|
|
DAY 1 ARRIVE DELHI
On arrival stay at The Oberoi Hotel.
DAY 2 DELHI
Morning at leisure. Afternoon meet fellow travellers and explore New Delhi, followed by a festive welcome dinner.
DAY 3 DELHI
Morning witness Changing of the Guards ceremony. Afternoon rickshaw ride to see the sights of Old Delhi and then time for shopping or spa.
DAY 4 DELHI - AGRA
Morning transfer by road to Agra, arriving the Oberoi Amarvilas Hotel for a 2 nights stay. Afternoon at leisure to enjoy the pool or perhaps a spa at the hotel. Sunset visit at the enchanting Taj Mahal monument.
DAY 5 AGRA
Return to the Taj Mahal at sunrise, then explore the halls and palaces of Agra Fort. Spend the afternoon at India’s first Bear Rescue Sanctuary.
DAY 6 AGRA - FATEHPUR SIKRI - JAIPUR
Morning drive to Jaipur via one of India's most glorious sites; the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri. Arrive Jaipur for a 3 nights stay at Oberoi Rajvilas Hotel.
DAY 7 JAIPUR
Begin the day ascending to the hilltop Amber Fort on elephant back. Return to the hotel for lunch and afternoon at leisure. Evening Village Festival to enjoy various activities; camel ride through villages, henna painting, turban and sari tying, sitar lessons, followed by a celebratory dinner. |
|
DAY 8 JAIPUR
Morning explore Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. See the City Palace and the Observatory.
DAY 9 JAIPUR - DELHI
Return to Delhi. Overnight at The Trident, Gurgaon, and evening at leisure.
DAY 10 DELHI - CHANDIGARH - SHIMLA
A mid-day flight arrives Chandigarh, and then onward to Shimla, the summer capital of the British Raj. Spend 3 nights at the Oberoi Cecil Hotel.
DAY 11 SHIMLA
Visit ‘The Peak’ for a picnic lunch. The Peak is a quaint colonial bungalow on a hilltop that commands magnificent views of the surrounding countryside. After lunch, return to Shimla, touring this fairy-tale like town. A gentle climb up to Jakhoo hill offers panoramic views of Shimla.
DAY 12 SHIMLA - KANDAGHAT - SHIMLA
Board the Himalayan Queen Express Toy Train for a two-hour journey through the spectacular beauty of the Himalayas. Rest of day at leisure to enjoy the pool, games and spa of the hotel. This evening toast ‘farewell’ with fellow travellers over a festive Farewell Dinner.
DAY 13 SHIMLA - CHANDIGARH - DELHI
Transfer to Chandigarh, then fly to Delhi for an afternoon at leisure at The Trident, Gurgaon.
DAY 14 DEPART DELHI
Those returning home transfer early morning to the airport. Those continuing their adventure fly to Udaipur. |
|
|
| |
 |
| |
Tour Dates 2009 Tour Dates 2010
Apr 9 - 22 Mar 25 - Apr 7
Jun 11 - 24 Jun 3 - 16
Jul 2 - 15 Jul 1 -14
Jul 30 - Aug 12 Jul 29 - Aug 11
Sep 3 - 16 Sep 2 - 15
Nov 19 - Dec 2 Nov 18 - Dec 1
Dec 17 - 30 Dec 16 - 29
|
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Departures guaranteed with a minimum of 7 and a maximum of 12 travellers. Please refer to price list for costs and dates. Child prices available upon request, and is based on age of traveller. Includes services of a Tour Escort for groups of 7 or more, local guides in each city, breakfast daily and most meals. Optional extension to Udaipur spends 3 nights at Oberoi Udaivilas. Please ask your travel arranger for rates on British Airways or your preferred carrier. This tour travels through various ranges of altitudes. Please also ask your travel arranger for more details about traveling in higher altitudes.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
