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FORTS, PALACES & TIGERS
11 Days Delhi,
Jaipur, Fatehpuri Sikri, Agra,
Orchha, Khajuraho, Bandhavgarh, Varanasi
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Today arrive in India’s capital city of Delhi. You are
greeted with a traditional Indian welcome and escorted to the
TAJ PALACE HOTEL.
Day 2: Old Delhi Sightseeing
After a leisurely morning, your tour of Old Delhi includes
the Red Fort, Raj Ghat, Ashoka Pillar and the mile-long
Chandni Chowk bazaar.
Day 3: New Delhi
Sightseeing / Jaipur
This morning embark on a tour of New Delhi. Drive along
Rajpath, the capital’s broadest avenue to view the Parliament
House, the President’s House and India Gate. Visit Humayun’s
Tomb, Qutab Minar and Birla Temple. This afternoon drive to
Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan. Check in at JAI MAHAL
PALACE.
Day 4: Amber Fort Excursion &
Jaipur Sightseeing
This morning ascend to the mountain fortress of Amber,
riding atop decorated and painted elephants. Enjoy an
afternoon tour of Jaipur City as you visit the Hawa Mahal,
City Palace and the ancient observatory.
Day 5: Jaipur / Fatehpur Sikri /
Agra
This morning drive to Agra, stopping en route to visit the
abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri. In Agra, visit the
16th-century Agra Fort and enjoy the magnificent Taj Mahal in
the warm glow of sunset. TAJ VIEW HOTEL .
Day 6: Agra / Orchha / Khajuraho
This morning experience a train ride to Jhansi, a major
junction for both road and rail. Continue by road to
Khajuraho, stopping en route to visit Orchha, a medieval city
frozen in time and space, existing to this day as it must have
in the 17th century. HOTEL CHANDELA
Day 7: Khajuraho / Bandhavgarh
National Park
This morning, visit the Western & Eastern groups of
temples, followed by a drive to Bandhavgarh National Park in
the hills of the Vindhyan Ranges. The park is home to the
white tiger and other animal species, such as Indian bison,
sambar deer, barking deer and blue bull. Spend two days of
game viewing and bird watching in these valleys. NATURE
HERITAGE.
Day 8: Bandhavgarh Game Viewing
Enjoy morning and afternoon game viewing. NATURE HERITAGE.
Day 9: Bandhavgarh National Park
/ Khajuraho
After your morning game drive, return to Khajuraho and
check into HOTEL CHANDELA
Day 10: Khajuraho / Varanasi
Late morning fly to Varanasi (Benares), India’s holiest
city. Visit the stupas and the ruins at Sarnath, the site of
Buddha’s first sermon. This evening meet with an expert
astrologer who will read your palm, if you so desire. TAJ
GANGES
Day 11: Varanasi / Delhi / Home
Enjoy the sunrise during an early-morning boat ride on the
Ganges, followed by a walking tour of the old city. Afternoon
fly to Delhi. Upon arrival, you would be met and transferred
to your hotel, where room will be blocked for wash and change.
Following dinner, you will be transferred to the International
airport for flight back home.
DATES/RATES
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2008 |
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Depart |
Return |
Double Occ
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Single Supp
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Jan 11 |
Jan 23 |
$4,650 |
$1,595 |
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Feb 8 |
Feb 20 |
$4,670 |
$1,595 |
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Feb 22 |
Mar 5 |
$4,650 |
$1,595 |
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Mar 14 |
Mar 26 |
$4,595 |
$1,495 |
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Mar 28 |
Apr 9 |
$4,595 |
$1,495 |
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Apr 18 |
Apr 30 |
$3,995 |
$995 |
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May 16 |
May 28 |
$3,995 |
$995 |
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Jun 13 |
Jun 25 |
$3,995 |
$995 |
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Oct 10 |
Oct 22 |
$4,895 |
$1,815 |
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Oct 24 |
Nov 5 |
$4,895 |
$1,815 |
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Nov 7 |
Nov 19 |
$4,895 |
$1,815 |
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Nov 21 |
Dec 3 |
$4,895 |
$1,815 |
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Dec 19 |
Dec 31 |
$4,995 |
$1,940 |
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2009 |
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Jan 9 |
Jan 21 |
On Request |
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Feb 6 |
Feb 18 |
On Request |
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Feb 20 |
Mar 4 |
On Request |
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Mar 6 |
Mar 18 |
On Request |
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Mar 20 |
Apr 1 |
On Request |
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Internal airfare is an
additional $415.
Airfares: Based
on current fares and subject to change.
INTERNATIONAL
AIRFARE
Excellent international airfares are available upon request at
the time of booking. The land price does not include any
airfare, unless specified.
INCLUDES
• Deluxe
accommodation with private facilities
• A la carte dining including room service (breakfast &
dinner), with dine-out plan (select your own menu at the
restaurant of your choice and receive reimbursement from the
tour manager)
• Domestic bottled water with every meal
• Arrival & departure transfers
• All sightseeing as per the itinerary
• Local English-speaking guides for sightseeing
• Entrance fee to monuments and cultural events
• Services of a professional TOLU tour manager
• Baggage handling
• All gratuities (except the tour manager)
• Sunset visit to the Taj Mahal
• Elephant ride up to Amber Fort
• Astrologer in Varanasi
• Boat ride on the Ganges River in Varanasi
• Train fare
• Game viewing
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