Rajasthan Panorama

From $6,935 - 21 Days - Fully Inclusive From New Zealand

Rajasthan is one of the most colourful and vibrant states in India, where we will spend most of our time during this in depth tour. With a brief visit to Delhi, this journey of discovery continues on to small Rajput towns and villages, with mysterious names like Alsisar, Kumbhalgarh, Deogarh and Pushkar. The Rajasthan Panorama tour combines Indian village life with visits to some of the most opulent palaces and majestic fortresses in India.

TOUR ITINERARY

Day 1: New Zealand to Delhi

Fly with Singapore Airlines to Delhi for 1 night.

Day 2: Delhi to Alsisar

This afternoon leave Delhi and drive to the small desert town of Alsisar.

Day 3: Alsisar to Gajner via Bikaner

Head west to Gajner today stopping in Bikaner en route where we visit Junagarh Fort and enjoy a rickshaw ride through the mediaeval streets to the old city bazaar. Later this afternoon continue driving to Gajner.

Days 4-5: Gajner to Jaisalmer

Drive to Jaisalmer, enjoy an evening visit to the Sunset Point. Tomorrow visit the fort a top the 80m high Trikuta Hill. Later in the afternoon visit the Sam Dunes and take a camel ride on the sand dunes to view the sunset.

Day 6: Jaisalmer to Manvar

Drive back into the Thar Desert to Manvar. This afternoon experience a camel and jeep safari to local Bishnoi villages to meet the locals. Tonight we will have a memorable stay in a tented camp in the desert. (Manvar Resort if camp unavailable)

Day 7: Manvar to Jodhpur

Today we leave our camp and drive to Jodhpur, located on the edge of the Thar Desert it is the 2nd largest city in Rajasthan.

Day 8: Jodhpur

This morning visit Meherangarh Fort, one of the most impressive complexes in Rajasthan, followed by the museum located in the Umaid Bhawan Palace. Take an auto rickshaw ride to a local restaurant for lunch before walking through Subji Mandi, the local vegetable and spice market.

Day 9: Jodhpur to Udaipur via Ranakpur

Today we drive to Udaipur, visiting India’s largest Jain temple complex in Ranakpur en route. Cruise Lake Pichola this afternoon, fringed with hills, palaces, havelis, ghats and temples.

Day 10: Udaipur

This morning visit Sahelion Ki Bari Gardens, the Folk Museum, Mewar Art Gallery, the City Palace and walk through the local streets and shops. This evening enjoy an enchanting dinner at a local restaurant overlooking Lake Pichola.

Day 11: Udaipur to Deogarh

Drive to Deogarh. Enjoy an evening walk through the bustling streets of the village taking in the sights and sounds of rural India.

Day 12: Deogarh to Pushkar

Enjoy a short train ride on a rural 1930s train to Phulad and continue by road to Pushkar. Enjoy a walking tour of the market and visit one of the temples by the lake.

Days 13-14: Pushkar to Jaipur

Continue on to Jaipur. This afternoon visit the City Palace and the Jantar Mantar. Start tomorrows touring with a photo stop at the Hawa Mahal, drive to the palace and fortress at Amer before learning about printing and carpet weaving. In the afternoon we shop at Choti Choper, before enjoying traditional dancing and dinner at a local restaurant.

Days 15-16: Jaipur to Ranthambore National Park

Today we head south to Ranthambore National Park where we will enjoy a canter safari this afternoon. Tomorrow enjoy morning and afternoon canter safaris.

Days 17-18: Ranthambore National Park to Agra

Take a train to Bharatpur from where we drive to Agra stopping en route at Fatehpur Sikri. Rise early tomorrow and travel by horse drawn carriages ‘tongas’ to view the Taj Mahal, visit a marble factory to see traditional stone inlay work and Agra Fort.

Day 19: Agra to Delhi

This morning drive to Delhi. Visit Qutab Minar and the Lotus Temple before stopping at Connaught Place markets for some local shopping.

Day 20: Depart Delhi

Today we visit Old Delhi, drive past the Red Fort, walk through Chandni Chowk to Jama Masjid and have a photo stop at India Gate. After a late check out and dinner transfer to the airport to board our flight home.

Day 21: Arrive New Zealand

Arrive home in New Zealand.

Price Guide

From $6,935	21 Days Fully Inclusive Departing Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch
From $1,919	Single Supplement
From $4,728	Land Only
Approx US$115 per person	Compulsory Tipping (See Booking Conditions)

Tour Code	Depart Date	Return Date	Price NZD
2011
I2080	03 Feb	23 Feb	$6,935
I2081	24 Feb	16 Mar	$6,935
I2082	03 Mar	23 Mar	$6,935
I2083	24 Mar	13 Apr	$6,935

^ Manvar Resort is used

# Departure coincides with the Pushkar Fair 13 to 21 November 2010 (dates are subject to change)

Due to flight schedules, Christchurch passengers arrive home one day later. This will extend the itinerary to 22 days

Travel Info

Country Info

INDIA

Inclusions

Return international economy airfares
All meals and accommodation
All transportation, daily tours and entrance fees to scenic attractions (not camera fees)
English speaking local guides in each city and a National Tour Escort accompanying you throughout your destination based on a minimum number of passengers. (see each tour)
Current Airline fuel surcharges (subject to change)
Domestic airport and land taxes
New Zealand and Indian departure taxes
An impressive Wendy Wu Tours travel wallet

Exclusions

Visa Fees
Non ticketed international departure taxes
Personal expenditure such as all drinks (including at meals) laundry service and souvenirs
Compulsory Tipping (see Booking Conditions)
Taxes in country of transit if required
Accommodation and Meals in transit between Australia and country of touring unless stated
Camera and Video entry charges at Monuments/Forts etc
Compulsory Insurance of any kind
Land Only package excludes visa fees and return airport transfers
Arrival / departure transfers if not travelling on group flights
Early / late check in/out not guaranteed, if requested it is at an additional cost