There's no place on Earth as colourful as India. Don't believe us? Come see for yourself! Your family will witness the full spectrum over these 11 busy days, from the Jama Masjid's red sandstone, Jaipur's pink-tinged architecture, Ranthambore National Park's lush green hills (and its orange-striped main attraction: tigers!), the blazing white majesty of the Taj, and a dazzling flurry of silks in every market. Adventure is an art, and India has the boldest palette around.
Sample the colours and flavours of Udaipur, spot tigers in Ranthambore National Park, play cricket with local kids in a remote village, marvel at the world's most famous building
the Taj Mahal
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group. Arrival transfer. Old Delhi tour. Painted havelis of Shekhawati. Sunset camel ride. Guided Amber Palace Fort tour. Cycle rickshaw tour of Jaipur. Ranthambore National Park. Entrance to Taj Mahal and Baby Taj. Entrance and guided tour of Red Fort. Entrance and guide at Fatehpur Sikri.
Hotels/guesthouses (10 nts).
10 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners
Plane, train, metro, local bus, charter bus, auto
rickshaw, cycle
rickshaw, jeep.
TRAIN
The best way to see India is at ground level on the Indian Railway System. In fact no visit to India would be complete without the experience of travelling on a train and negotiating the busy railway station. Indian trains are not merely a conveyance they are an odyssey so sit back relax and enjoy the show.
G Adventures uses a combination of AC 2 tier, AC 3 tier and sleeper class (for overnight journeys) and AC Chair car or second class seats for day journeys.
There are no restaurant or buffet cars on Indian Railways, but on long distance trains an attendant will appear in your coach and ask you if you would like to order food. Regular stops are made at stations where food is also available and on some trains many vendors board the train selling chai, cold drinks and crisps and biscuits.
Whilst not at western standards, but you will find AC2, AC3 and AC Chair class pretty comfortable by Indian standards, with both western
style and squat toilets. Sleeper Class and 2nd class toilets may be a different matter! Bring your own toilet paper and hand wash soap or liquid.
ROAD
Traveling by road in India or Nepal is exciting and not quite what many of us are used to. Rules are it would appear arbitrary, speeding, do not stay in their lanes, overtake in seemingly dangerous situations, spare use of lights. Travel time can be long in comparison to Western countries, short distances taking a lot longer than at home.
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides
Please also make sure you have access to at least an additional USD $200 (or equivalent) as an 'emergency' fund, to be used when circumstances outside our control (ex. a natural disaster) require a change to our planned route. This is a rare occurrence!
We believe single travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi
share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and single travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.
What you need to bring depends on the trip you have chosen and the countries or regions you are planning to visit. We suggest that you pack as lightly as possible as your are expected to carry your own luggage. As a rule we try not to have to walk more than 15
20 mintues with your bags which is why we recommend keeping the weight of your bags between 10
15kg/22
30lb. Suitcases are not recommended for G Adventures trips! Most travellers carry a backpack or rolling bag of small to medium size (no XXL ones please!) as they need to fit under the beds when travelling on sleeper trains. You will also need a day pack/bag to carry water, cameras and other electronics like ipods and mobile phones. If your trip involves overnights in homestays, villages or camping then you usually have the opportunity to rent sleeping bags if need be instead of bringing them with you.
Arrive in Delhi at any time. Arrival transfer included. Enjoy a local meal with your group.
Once in Delhi, meet up with the other families in the group, and get to know the CEO. Take the chance to get familiar with one of the main highlights of India - the food! In the evening, enjoy a group meal in a local restaurant, a great way to get to know fellow travellers.
Arrive in Delhi at any time. Arrival transfer included. Enjoy a local meal with your group.
Once in Delhi, meet up with the other families in the group, and get to know the CEO. Take the chance to get familiar with one of the main highlights of India - the food! In the evening, enjoy a group meal in a local restaurant, a great way to get to know fellow travellers.
Arrive in Delhi at any time. Arrival transfer included. Enjoy a local meal with your group.
Once in Delhi, meet up with the other families in the group, and get to know the CEO. Take the chance to get familiar with one of the main highlights of India - the food! In the evening, enjoy a group meal in a local restaurant, a great way to get to know fellow travellers.
Arrive in Delhi at any time. Arrival transfer included. Enjoy a local meal with your group.
Once in Delhi, meet up with the other families in the group, and get to know the CEO. Take the chance to get familiar with one of the main highlights of India - the food! In the evening, enjoy a group meal in a local restaurant, a great way to get to know fellow travellers.
Arrive in Delhi at any time. Arrival transfer included. Enjoy a local meal with your group.
Once in Delhi, meet up with the other families in the group, and get to know the CEO. Take the chance to get familiar with one of the main highlights of India - the food! In the evening, enjoy a group meal in a local restaurant, a great way to get to know fellow travellers.
Arrive in Delhi at any time. Arrival transfer included. Enjoy a local meal with your group.
Once in Delhi, meet up with the other families in the group, and get to know the CEO. Take the chance to get familiar with one of the main highlights of India - the food! In the evening, enjoy a group meal in a local restaurant, a great way to get to know fellow travellers.
Arrive in Delhi at any time. Arrival transfer included. Enjoy a local meal with your group.
Once in Delhi, meet up with the other families in the group, and get to know the CEO. Take the chance to get familiar with one of the main highlights of India - the food! In the evening, enjoy a group meal in a local restaurant, a great way to get to know fellow travellers.
Arrive in Delhi at any time. Arrival transfer included. Enjoy a local meal with your group.
Once in Delhi, meet up with the other families in the group, and get to know the CEO. Take the chance to get familiar with one of the main highlights of India - the food! In the evening, enjoy a group meal in a local restaurant, a great way to get to know fellow travellers.
Arrive in Delhi at any time. Arrival transfer included. Enjoy a local meal with your group.
Once in Delhi, meet up with the other families in the group, and get to know the CEO. Take the chance to get familiar with one of the main highlights of India - the food! In the evening, enjoy a group meal in a local restaurant, a great way to get to know fellow travellers.
Arrive in Delhi at any time. Arrival transfer included. Enjoy a local meal with your group.
Once in Delhi, meet up with the other families in the group, and get to know the CEO. Take the chance to get familiar with one of the main highlights of India - the food! In the evening, enjoy a group meal in a local restaurant, a great way to get to know fellow travellers.
Arrive in Delhi at any time. Arrival transfer included. Enjoy a local meal with your group.
Once in Delhi, meet up with the other families in the group, and get to know the CEO. Take the chance to get familiar with one of the main highlights of India - the food! In the evening, enjoy a group meal in a local restaurant, a great way to get to know fellow travellers.
Details
Duration: 11 Days
Trip Style: Family
Service Level: Upgraded
Physical Demands Rating: 2 - Light
Group Size Notes: Max: 15
Please note that if you have booked the "My Own Room" option for this tour, you will receive your own single room for all night stops
11 day Family tour
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