Escorted Tours 2020 & 2021 - 2nd Edition - Mercury Holidays

For full tour itineraries, please visit us online at www.mercuryholidays.co.uk/tours INDIAN SUBCONTINENT 15 DAY 10: AGRA TO DELHI B/L/D After breakfast depart Agra on your coach to Delhi and on arrival check-in at the hotel to rest. DAY 11: DELHI TO SHIMLA B/L/D This morning board your train to Shimla, from here drive along a winding track around rugged mountains and through luscious pine forests to the hill station of Shimla - the former summer capital of British India whose snow-dusted mountain position offers incredible views of the Himalayan mountains. DAY 12: SHIMLA B/L/D Depart Shimla this morning for a day in the neighbouring hill station of Kufri. Nestled at the Himalayan foothills, this charming town is surrounded by a picturesque forest reserve under the imposing gaze of Mahsu Peak. Having admired the wild beauty of Kufri, tour the magnificent Rashtrapati Niwas, a former home to the British Viceroy. Its opulent exterior invites visitors to explore a maze of corridors, opening into grand wood-panelled rooms. DAY 13: SHIMLA TO CHANDIGARH B/L/D This morning catch the UNESCO-recognised Toy Train to Dharampur Station. Built by colonial forces, it offers dramatic views along its winding course through untouched forests and across immense gorges. Arrive in the city of Chandigarh for an evening at leisure. DAY 14:CHANDIGARH TO AMRITSAR B/L/D Following a packed breakfast, take the train to the largest city in the Punjab state, Amritsar. Your afternoon will be at leisure to explore the Sikhs’ holy city at your own pace. DAY 15: AMRITSAR B/L/D Enjoy a half-day city tour of Amritsar with a visit to the Golden Temple. Revered amongst Sikhs, this spectacular golden tank blends Islamic and Hindu architecture. The ancient monument also contains a mesmerising display of floral motifs carved into marble alongside shimmering gold panels. After lunch enjoy an afternoon to explore at your own pace, alternatively undertake an optional excursion to the Indian-Pakistan border and witness the fascinating flag-lowering ceremony. DAY 16: AMRITSAR TO DELHI B/L/D This morning transfer to Amritsar airport for your flight to Delhi. On arrival at Delhi you will be transferred to your hotel for your overnight stay. DAY 17: DELHI TO THE UK B After breakfast transfer to the airport in Delhi for your flight back to the UK, via Dubai or continue on to your chosen extension. B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner FOR YOU TO KNOW: A visa and travel insurance are required when travelling to India and must be obtained before travel. Tips: We recommend you allow approximately £30pp for the duration of your tour. Optional excursions are at an additional cost. Varanasi Indian Girl Peacock, India’s national bird DUBAI 2 nights 4 ★ B&B from £169 or 2 nights 5 ★ B&B from £219 GOA BEACH STAY 3 nights 4 ★ from £529 TIGERS OF RANTHAMBORE 4 nights Full Board from £399 DELHI 2 nights 4 ★ B&B from £199 Visit our website to learn more about our extensions. EXTEND YOUR TOUR DEPARTURES & FROM PRICES 2022 DEPARTURES AT 2021 PRICES CONTACT US FOR DATES • Prices based on flights from London Heathrow to India with Emirates (via Dubai) • Regional departures available • Rooms available with no single supplement. Once sold, single supplement starts from £789  04 Nov 20 £2,379 11 Nov 20 £2,379 18 Nov 20 £2,319 25 Nov 20 £2,439 02 Dec 20 £2,379 06 Jan 21 £2,379 13 Jan 21 £2,199 20 Jan 21 £2,379 27 Jan 21 £2,199 03 Feb 21 £2,229 10 Feb 21 £2,249 17 Feb 21 £2,199 24 Feb 21 £2,199 03 Mar 21 £2,199 10 Mar 21 £2,199 17 Mar 21 £2,299 24 Mar 21 £2,299 14 Apr 21 £2,199 21 Apr 21 £2,149 28 Apr 21 £1,999 19 May 21 £1,769 26 May 21 £1,849 09 Jun 21 £2,149 04 Aug 21 £2,299 01 Sep 21 £2,099 08 Sep 21 £2,099 15 Sep 21 £2,199 22 Sep 21 £2,249 29 Sep 21 £2,219 06 Oct 21 £2,199 13 Oct 21 £2,399 20 Oct 21 £2,399 03 Nov 21 £2,299 10 Nov 21 £2,149 17 Nov 21 £2,099 24 Nov 21 £2,099 01 Dec 21 £2,299 08 Dec 21 £2,299 Taj Mahal UPGRADE TO A PRIVATE TOUR FROM £149 PER PERSON 1 Number of nights 2 4 Delhi Agra Jaipur 2 2 2  < < India • Varanasi 2 Shimla 1 Chandigarh Amritsar Sarnath   Coach Air Rail 