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Rajasthan Experience
15 days ex Delhi
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Experience warm Rajasthani hospitality, Learn the story behind the Taj Mahal, Visit the palaces of Udaipar and Jaipur, Explore desert forts, Stroll through colourful bazaars, See the painted havelis of Shekhawati, Embark on a camel safari from far-flung Jaisalmer
Colourful and chaotic, mysterious and exotic - welcome to Rajasthan. Explore the fairytale cities of the Rajasthani desert, take in beautiful palaces filled with maharajahs' treasures, wander through brooding forts with bloody histories and stay in traditional towns. Add a touch of comfort and some very special hotels for a true Rajasthan experience.
Physical Rating: 2 Culture Shock Rating: 2 Accommodation: Superior hotels (13 nts) overnight camel safari (1 nt) Transportation: Plane, air-conditioned train, private bus/vehicle, taxi, cycle and auto rickshaw, camel Trip Style: Intrepid Comfort Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group Departure: Departure is guaranteed Budget: Allow USD $350 for meals not included.
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| Call (800) 626-8785 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6067488 | | Intrepid Travel | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Delhi | See the sights of the city from a different perspective, travelling by metro and cycle-rickshaw to Old Delhi to visit India's oldest mosque. | | Day 2 | Agra | A dream in white marble on the banks of the Yamuna River, the Taj Mahal is one of the world's most graceful buildings. | | Days 3-4 | Jaipur | Enjoy a traditional thali lunch at the deserted Mughal kingdom of Fatepur Sikri. Explore the palaces and bazaars of Rajastan's Pink City of Jaipur, including the impressive Palace of the Winds, and travel out to the old capital of Amber. | | Days 5-6 | Shekhawati | The heavily decorated havelis, home to merchants in the days of the great camel caravans, make for a spectacular open-air museum. Gain an insight into rural Rajasthani life as we explore the town and surrounding area. | | Day 7 | Bikaner | Travel deep into the Thar Desert. See the Karni Mata Temple and take a camel cart ride to a nearby farm for an evening of Rajasthani food, music and dance. | | Days 8-10 | Jaisalmer | Travel through the desert to the sandstone citadel of Jaisalmer, a trading centre for the nomadic people of the area. Explore the markets hidden among the twisting alleys and take a camel safari out into the dunes. | | Day 11 | Jodhpur | Take in the fantastic views from the ramparts of the Meherangarh Fort amd explore chaotic Jodhpur. In the evening perhaps sit back with a sunset cocktail on the terrace of the Umaid Bhavan Palace, watching the sun set behind the fort. | | Days 12-13 | Udaipur | A vision of splendour with white marble palaces and lakes, Udaipur is Rajasthan's artistic heart and the shopping is great. For a unique souvenir pick up an Udaipur specialty, a famed miniature painting. | | Days 14-15 | Delhi | The magical Rajasthan experience comes to a close back in fascinating Delhi. |
| | | * The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the
time of printing/posting. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices
at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2007 and 31 December
2007, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full.
For trips departing beyond 31 December 2007, prices are indicative only. The
itineraries and dates online and in our printed brochures are applicable
from 01 January 2007 until 31 December 2007. Beyond 31 December 2007 dates
and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All
information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at time of
printing/posting, but please note that changes to our trips (which can be
significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you
informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made
to the published itineraries. Please refer to our website for the most
recent update to any trip. Please note that these conditions apply to
Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent
trips.
Loss of monies paid applies to all cancelled reservations. The date of trip
cancellation is the date on which the written cancellation is received by
Intrepid.
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