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Spirit of India
28 days ex Delhi
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Explore Old Delhi, Admire the Taj Mahal, Mingle with locals in Varanasi, Go tiger and bird spotting, Enjoy a Pushkar camel safari, Explore colourful Jaipur, Stay in castles and forts, See holy rivers and erotic temples, Explore silk bazaars, Meet pilgrims in Chitrakoot, Explore the temples of Orchha
Culture, colour and a little craziness - India is a feast for the senses that takes you into a very different world. Travel through a thousand years of history, from reminders of prehistoric man to the erotic temples and Mughal splendours. Step into the magical heart of Hinduism and relive tales of great deeds and wealth beyond belief, become immersed in crowded but colourful bazaars and enjoy the local life of rural villages.
Physical Rating: 2 Culture Shock Rating: 3 Accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses (24 nts), luxury camping (1 nt), overnight trains (2 nts) Transportation: Overnight train, riverboat, jeep, minibus, local bus, cycle and auto-rickshaw, camel Trip Style: Intrepid Original Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group Budget: Allow USD $400 for meals not included.
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| Call (800) 626-8785 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6067606 | | Intrepid Travel | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Days 1-2 | Delhi | Explore ancient ruins and colourful bazaars. | | Day 3 | Agra | See the exquisite Taj Mahal and take a rickshaw to the Red Fort. | | Day 4 | Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary | Visit the deserted kingdom of Fatehpur Sikri and spend an evening at a bird sanctuary. | | Day 5 | Madhogarh | Stay in a former fort, now converted to a heritage hotel. | | Days 6-7 | Jaipur | Wander through the old capital of Amber and browse the bazaars. | | Day 8 | Ranthambhore National Park | Enjoy a safari among old palaces and scrublands. | | Day 9 | Bundi | Stroll through the sprawling palace of ancient Bundi. | | Days 10-11 | Bijaipur | Enjoy a night in Castle Bijaipur and visit the impressive Chittorgarh. | | Days 12-14 | Pushkar | Ride a camel into a stunning desert sunset. | | Day 15 | Delhi | Experience Imperial British India. | | Day 16 | Agra | One visit to the Taj Mahal is never enough, so return to Agra, where there is also time to explore the bazaar. | | Days 17-18 | Chanderi | See ancient rock paintings and experience local hospitality with dinner at our guide's house. | | Days 19 -20 | Orchha | Visit the many wonderful temples and palaces of this lovely town. | | Day 21 | Khajuraho | Admire the beautifully preserved, intricate carvings on the Khajuraho temples. | | Day 22 | Panna National Park | Spend a night in unique natural huts by the banks of the Ken River. | | Day 23 | Chitrakoot | Join the throngs of Hindu pilgrims strolling along the banks of the Mandakini. | | Day 24 | Allahabad | Based at the confluence of the Yamuna, Ganges and Saraswati Rivers, this city is alive with pilgrims and sacred cows. | | Days 25 -27 | Varanasi | Get a taste of spiritual life in India's holiest of cities. | | Day 28 | Delhi | Return to the hive of activity that is 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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