NORTH INDIA UNPLUGGED
22 DAYS (DELHI TO KOLKATA)
Bargain for souvenirs in Delhi • Experience Rajasthani nomadic life • Sip a tasty lassi in Jodhpur • Fall in love with beautiful Udaipur • Catch a sunrise from the Savitri Temple • Visit the legendary Taj Mahal • Experience the holy city of Varanasi • Discover Kolkata
Tour style: Adventure. Join a far-flung adventure to one of the planet's most exotic destinations. Camels silhouetted on a desert landscape, towering fortresses above a city square, vibrant colours in a busy bazaar, pilgrims praying on the river ghats, Maharajah mementos in a ghostly palace, welcome to a litany of magic and life. Discover well-known sites and hidden secrets, from the beating heart of Delhi to the City of Joy. This is the chaos and inspiration of India.
From £745 per person (based on twin share).
Days 1 - 2
Arrive Delhi in time for evening welcome meeting. Discover the beating heart of Old Delhi. Its narrow streets burst with stores selling silk, copper and spices.
Days 3 - 5
Experience nomadic life on an overnight camel trek through the Thar Desert from Jaisalmer. Eat local specialties by the camp fire.
Days 6 - 7
Admire views of the colossal Meherangarh Fort in Jodhpur and wander among the vibrant saris and colourful produce of the Sadar Bazaar.
Days 8 - 10
India's most romantic city, Udaipur is a centre for artists and musicians. Get a traditional nail painting and have dinner at a rooftop restaurant.
Days 11 - 12
Mingle with holy men in spiritual Pushkar and perhaps take a walk to Savitri Temple for sunrise.
Days 13 - 14
Plenty of pink sandstone and the gorgeous detail of the Palace of the Winds is reason enough to visit Jaipur. See what all the hype is about at an optional Bollywood screening.
Day 15
Take a relaxing ride through Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary in Bhararpur. Otherwise, visit the surrounding villages to see development projects at work.
Days 16 - 17
Admire the elegant architecture of the Taj Mahal and uncover hidden views from the Red Fort.
Days 18 - 20
The holiest place for Hindus, Varanasi is a city of ritual and ceremony. For a heady experience walk the ghats and take it all in.
Days 21 - 22
Kolkata, the former capital of British India boasts dramatic colonial architecture. Tour ends Kolkata day 22.
Accommodation
17 nights simple hotels / guesthouses. 1 night camping. 3 overnight train journeys.
Inclusions
Services of tour leader • 1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner • Orientation walk of Old Delhi • Overnight Camel Safari
Extras
Optional activities • Meals not included in itinerary • Drinks • Gratuities
Departs
Delhi. Ask your Trailfinders consultant for details.
The tour itinerary, inclusions and departures are based on travel from 01/11/2010 to 12/31/2010. Prices are subject to availability and may vary by departure date. For travel outside of these dates itinerary and inclusions may vary to that shown above - please ask for details.
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