Worldwide brochure 2022-2023

INDIA • RAJASTHAN & THE NORTH
The Grand
Tour of India
Duration • 17 days & 15 nights
Category • Superior
Small-group tour • From £2,695 (incl. flights)
Private tour • From £3,200 (incl. flights)
This group tour features…
No single supplement on
selected departure dates
(limited availability)
Small group size – average 12
people (max 18)
4- & 5-star accommodation
Flexible – extensions, room & flight
upgrades available
International flights with British
Airways
Internal flights in India with 20kg
luggage allowance
Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
Experienced local tour manager
15 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 5 dinners
All entrance fees & sightseeing
2 included wildlife safaris
Porterage at airports & stations
Festival departures
Day at leisure in Rohet
Weather
Varanasi
J F M A M J J A S O N D
A 24 27 33 39 41 40 34 33 34 33 30 25
B 9 12 16 22 26 27 26 26 25 21 14 10
C 19 12 9 4 13 97 296 290 209 36 11 4
A: Maximum average temperature (°C)
B: Minimum average temperature (°C)
C: Average rainfall (mm)
Explore the diverse cultural influences that
have created the fascinating heritage of
India. This tour encompasses holy cities,
the resplendent Taj Mahal, Jodhpur’s bluewashed
houses, and the beautiful lakes
and palaces of Udaipur. Go in search of the
elusive Royal Bengal tiger and extend your
journey in the idyllic backwaters of Kerala.
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES
Evening Palki Sahib ceremony at the
Golden Temple in Amritsar
Explore Varanasi’s hidden alleys and
markets
Enjoy breakfast overlooking the Ganges
Take part in Holi celebrations at the
Maharajah’s Palace, Udaipur
Holy man
Days 1-2: Fly to Amritsar via Delhi
Fly from London (regional connections
available) to Amristar, via Delhi, with British
Airways. Transfer to Taj Swarna for 2 nights.
Welcome dinner and optional evening visit to
the Golden Temple for the auspicious Palki
Sahib night ceremony. (N) (D)
Day 3: Amritsar • Wagah
Morning visit to the Golden Temple and the
community kitchen called Langar. Weave your
way through Qila Ahluwalia, a fort replete with
colonial architectural features, before arriving
at the Jalebiwala Chowk with its jalebi shop
selling delicious sticky sweets. Late afternoon
visit to Wagah, for the unmissable Changing of
the Guard ceremony. (B)
Day 4: Fly to Varanasi via Delhi
Morning flight to Varanasi for an overnight
stay at the Taj Ganges. This evening, visit
the Dasaswamedh ghats (stepped wharfs) to
witness the magical aarti ceremony from a
boat on the Ganges. On the 4 November 2022
and 3 November 2023 departures, enjoy the
Dev Diwali celebrations, when the steps of the
ghats are lit with more than a million earthen
lamps. (B)
Day 5: Varanasi • Fly to Delhi
Early morning boat ride on the Ganges,
followed by breakfast at Brijrama Palace
overlooking the river. Walking tour of
Varanasi’s hidden alleys, paan bazaar,
craftsmen colony and the spice, jewellery and
flower markets. Take an evening flight to Delhi
for a 2-night stay at The LaLit New Delhi. (B)
Day 6: Old & New Delhi
Morning tour of Old Delhi including a drive
past the Red Fort, a visit to the Jama Masjid
mosque, and a walking tour of the old city.
Afternoon tour of New Delhi including a drive
past India Gate and the viceregal residence
before visiting Qutb Minar and the tomb of the
Mughal Emperor, Humayun. (B)
Day 7: Agra
Take the Gatimaan Express train to Agra for an
overnight stay at Trident Agra. Afternoon visit
to the huge Agra Fort. (B)
Day 8: Fatehpur Sikri • Ranthambore
Visit the Taj Mahal for sunrise. Drive to
Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted 16th-century
sandstone city. Continue to Bharatpur for
lunch at the regal Laxmi Vilas Palace before
boarding the train to Sawai Madhopur.
Transfer to Sawai Vilas for 2 nights. (B, D)
Day 9: Ranthambore
Early morning and late afternoon wildlife
viewing. (B, L, D)
Day 10: Jaipur
Morning drive to Jaipur and stay at the Trident
Jaipur for 2 nights. Afternoon at leisure.
Evening aarti ceremony at a local Hindu
temple. (B)
Day 11: Jaipur
Morning tour of the ancient palace of Amber
Fort. Afternoon visit to the City Palace and
Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory. (B)
Day 12: Jodhpur • Rohet
Drive to Jodhpur. Visit the magnificent
Mehrangarh Fort and wander through the
streets of blue-washed Brahmin houses.
Stay at Rohet Garh, a family-run former fort,
for 2 nights. (B,D)
Day 13: Bishnoi tribal villages
Day at leisure. Optional 4x4 safari to visit the
Bishnoi tribal village. * (B, D)
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