Escorted Tours 2024 - 2025

Lake Pichola, Udaipur Day 1: UK to Delhi Depart the UK on your overnight flight to Delhi. Day 2: Delhi L/D On arrival you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel. Embark on an afternoon tour of India’s lively capital visiting the breathtaking India Gate, the Bangla Sahib Sikh Temple and the cremation grounds of Mahatma Gandhi. Return to your hotel for this evenings dinner. Day 3: Delhi to Udaipur B/L/D Take in the sights of historic Old Delhi on this morning’s tour, stopping at the ornate mosque of Jama Masjid before a rickshaw carries you through the winding lanes of historic Chandni Chowk market and past the Red Fort. Later in the day, transfer to the airport for your flight to Udaipur. Day 4: Udaipur B/L/D Explore the legacy of Udaipur’s Royals as you visit the opulent City Palace, located on the banks of Lake Pichola, the Jagdish Temple and the astonishing Saheliyon Ki Bari gardens. Later, drive around the waters of Fateh Sagar Lake, and explore the city’s bustling old market. Day 5: Udaipur to Jodhpur B/L/D Depart Udaipur this morning, travelling towards the world famous Ranakpur Jain temple complex, before continuing onward to Jodhpur for your overnight stay. Arrive in time for an evening walk around the colourful Clock Tower market. Day 6: Jodhpur B/L/D This morning’s tour of Jodhpur takes you to the vast Mehrangarh Fort and its magnificent palaces. Explore the marbled pavilions of Jaswant Thada before enjoying an afternoon at leisure where you can explore the city or relax at the hotel. Day 7: Jodhpur to Jaipur B/L/D Journey to the “Pink City” of Jaipur where you will have the rest of the day at leisure. Day 8: Jaipur B/L/D This morning, enjoy a brief stop at Hawa Mahal to witness the 952 windows of this elaborate, pink palace. Spanning over four huge courtyards, take a Jeep ride to the Amber Fort whose rugged exterior walls shield a lavishly bejewelled interior. This afternoon, explore the impressive City Palace, which is still the home of the former royal family. Day 9: Jaipur to Agra B/L/D Depart for your journey to the city of Agra, stopping en route at Chand Baori, an 8th-century structure which features 3,500 symmetrical steps leading to the bottom of a well. On arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Day 10: Agra B/L/D Today, journey to India’s most iconic landmark bathed in an early morning glow on a sunrise visit to the spectacular Taj Mahal. After breakfast, wander the imposing red stone battlements of the magnificent Agra Fort, before an afternoon at leisure. Day 11: Agra to Delhi to the UK B Transfer to Delhi airport for your return flight to the UK or continue on to your chosen extension. Beyond India’s Golden Triangle What you’ll see ⚫ Explore the monuments of Old and New Delhi ⚫ Wander the palaces and pavilions of the Agra and Mehrangarh Forts ⚫ See the Jain temple complex of Ranakpur ⚫ Tour the spectacular Taj Mahal Journey from the Golden Triangle to the cities of Jodhpur and Udaipur, visiting the historic sights of Delhi, four spectacular forts and the iconic Taj Mahal on this enthralling 11-day tour of the subcontinent’s royal residences. What’s included ✔ Return flights Heathrow to India with Virgin Atlantic. See p132-133 for regional flights ✔ Where you’ll stay Delhi, 5 H Metropolitan Hotel & Spa Udaipur, 4 H Regenta Central Mewargarh Jodhpur, 4 H Park Plaza Jodhpur Jaipur, 4 H Hotel Fern Residency Agra, 4 H Accor Grand Mercure Agra ✔ 27 meals ✔ 8 excursions ✔ Expert local tour guide Tour pace: Intermediate Delhi Agra Jaipur Udaipur Jodhpur < <      1 2 2 2 2 Coach Air Nights 2 No Single Supplement Rooms with no single supplement are available. Once sold, supplement starts from £299 P R I V A T E T O U R U P G R A D E S F R O M £99 Departures & from prices Mar 24 £1,899 Mar 25 £1,899 Apr 24 £1,599 Apr 25 £1,499 May 24 £1,449 May 25 £1,449 Jun 24 £1,599 Jun 25 £1,599 Jul 24 £1,799 Jul 25 £1,899 Sep 24 £1,799 Sep 25 £1,699 Oct 24 £1,999 Oct 25 £1,999 Nov & Dec 24 £1,899 Nov 25 £2,099 Feb 25 £1,999 Dec 25 £2,099 • Lead-in price based on 13 May 24 & 12 May 25 • Tipping paid locally £51 pp per tour Save £100 on selected departures with code TOUR100 Extend your tour Sri Lanka Cultural Highlights, 8 nights, from £969 Sri Lanka beach stay, 4 nights, 4 H from £299 or 5 H from £369 Delhi city stay, 2 nights, 4 H B&B from £229 Tigers of Ranthambore*, 4 nights, 4 H Full Board from £379 Shimla city stay*, 4 nights from £499 *2 nights spent in Delhi Solo Group departures available from £1,619 25 Southern Asia Visit our website or call 0800 954 9329 to book or for further details