India: Trails of the Maharajas
(Feb. 6 - 25, 2009)
At A Glance
- Experience the vibrancy, the bustle, and the quiet of India - a land of many contrasts
- In Varanasi, float down the Ganges at dawn and sunset; witness Hindu ceremonies and visit Sarnath, where Buddha first preached
- Search for Royal Bengal tiger and more in Bandhavgarh National Park
- In Agra see sunrise and sunset over the Taj Mahal; visit Agra Fort
- Discover Jaipur, one of the fabled cities of Rajasthan -- “the Land of Kings”
- Enter Amber Fort on elephant back
- Stay in 4 & 5-star hotels, boutique hotels, lodges and restored Maharaja’s mansions
- Travel with experienced trip host, Laura Glick of the Calgary Zoo on her return journey!
Brief Itinerary
Feb. 6 & 7: Depart Canada and fly to Delhi. (1B)
Feb. 8 & 9 — DELHI: Tour Old & New Delhi; Welcome Dinner. (Vikram Hotel, 2nts, 2B, 2L, 2D)
Feb. 10 & 11 — VARANASI: Sunset boat ride on the Ganges. Visit Sarnath where Buddha preached, a silk factory, and a bustling market. (Ramada Hotel, 2nts, 2B, 2L, 2D)
Feb. 12 — KHAJURAHO: Sunrise boat ride on the Ganges. Old Varanasi walking tour, then fly to Khajuraho; tour the famous temples. (Taj Chandela Hotel, 1nt, 1B, 1L, 1D)
Feb. 13 - 15 — BANDHAVGARH N.P.: Drive to the park and search for tigers in 4WD vehicles and on elephant back (if available).
(Tiger’s Den Resort, 3nts, 3B, 3L, 3D)
Feb. 16 — KHAJURAHO: Morning game drive then return to Khajuraho. (Taj Chandela Hotel, 1nt, 1B, 1L, 1D)
Feb. 17 — ORCHA: Afternoon rafting trip; evening Temple ceremony. (Bundelkhand Riverside Resort, 1nt, 1B, 1L, 1D)
Feb. 18 & 19 — AGRA: Tour Orcha; evening drive to Jhansi and train ride to Agra. Visit the Taj Mahal, Itmad Ud Daulah Tomb, and Agra Fort. (Taj View Hotel, 2nts, 2B, 2L, 2D)
Feb. 20 - 22 — JAIPUR: City tour, visit local artisans, and elephant ride to Amber Fort. See the Palace of Winds.
(Shahpura House, 3nts, 3B, 3L, 2D)
Feb. 23 — DELHI: Arrive and evening at leisure for your own explorations. (Vikram Hotel, 1nt, 1B, 1L)
Feb. 24 — HOMEWARD or ONWARD: Free day for shopping. Farewell dinner before evening transfer to the airport for your flights. (arrive home either Feb. 25 or 26). (Vikram dayrooms, 1B, 1D)
Cost
Starting/Ending Delhi:
- CA$ 5,875
- Single Supplement: CA$ 1,465
All quoted prices effective at time of publication (Aug 5, 2008). While not expected, itinerary and prices are subject to change.
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