Rajasthan Panorama

From R34 680 - 22 Days Fully Inclusive From Johannesburg

Rajasthan is one of the most colourful and vibrant states in India, where we will spend most of our time during this in depth tour. With a brief visit to Delhi, this journey of discovery continues on to small Rajput towns and villages, with mysterious names like Alsisar, Kumbhalgarh, Deogarh and Pushkar. The Rajasthan Panorama tour combines Indian village life with visits to some of the most opulent palaces and majestic fortresses in India.

TOUR ITINERARY

Days 1-2: South Africa to Delhi

Fly overnight to Delhi for 1 night.

Day 3: Delhi to Alsisar

This afternoon leave Delhi and drive to the small desert town of Alsisar.

Day 4: Alsisar to Gajner via Bikaner

Head west to Gajner today stopping in Bikaner en route where we visit Junagarh Fort and enjoy a rickshaw ride through the mediaeval streets to the old city bazaar. Later this afternoon continue driving to Gajner.

Days 5-6: Gajner to Jaisalmer

Drive to Jaisalmer, enjoy an evening visit to the Sunset Point. Tomorrow visit the fort atop the 80m high Trikuta Hill. Later in the afternoon visit the Sam Dunes and take a camel ride on the sand dunes to view the sunset.

Day 7: Jaisalmer to Manvar

Drive back into the Thar Desert to Manvar. This afternoon experience a camel and jeep safari to local Bishnoi villages to meet the locals. Tonight we will have a memorable stay in a tented camp in the desert. (Manvar Resort if camp unavailable)

Day 8: Manvar to Jodhpur

Today we leave our camp and drive to Jodhpur, located on the edge of the Thar Desert it is the 2nd largest city in Rajasthan.

Day 9: Jodhpur

This morning visit Meherangarh Fort, one of the most impressive complexes in Rajasthan, followed by the museum located in the Umaid Bhawan Palace. Take an auto rickshaw ride to a local restaurant for lunch before walking through Subji Mandi, the local vegetable and spice market.

Day 10: Jodhpur to Udaipur via Ranakpur

Today we drive to Udaipur, visiting India’s largest Jain temple complex in Ranakpur en route. Cruise Lake Pichola this afternoon, fringed with hills, palaces, havelis, ghats and temples.

Day 11: Udaipur

This morning visit Sahelion Ki Bari Gardens, the Folk Museum, Mewar Art Gallery, the City Palace and walk through the local streets and shops. This evening enjoy an enchanting dinner at a local restaurant overlooking Lake Pichola.

Day 12: Udaipur to Deogarh

Drive to Deogarh. Enjoy an evening walk through the bustling streets of the village taking in the sights and sounds of rural India.

Day 13: Deogarh to Pushkar

Enjoy a short train ride on a rural 1930s train to Phulad and continue by road to Pushkar. Enjoy a walking tour of the market and visit one of the temples by the lake.

Days 14-15: Pushkar to Jaipur

Continue on to Jaipur. This afternoon visit the City Palace and the Jantar Mantar. Start tomorrows touring with a photo stop at the Hawa Mahal, drive to the palace and fortress at Amer before learning about printing and carpet weaving. In the afternoon we shop at Choti Choper, before enjoying traditional dancing and dinner at a local restaurant.

Days 16-17: Jaipur to Ranthambore National Park

Today we head south to Ranthambore National Park where we will enjoy a canter safari this afternoon. Tomorrow enjoy morning and afternoon canter safaris.

Days 18-19: Ranthambore National Park to Agra

Take a train to Bharatpur from where we drive to Agra stopping en route at Fatehpur Sikri. Rise early tomorrow and travel by horse drawn carriages ‘tongas’ to view the Taj Mahal, visit a marble factory to see traditional stone inlay work and Agra Fort.

Day 20: Agra to Delhi

This morning drive to Delhi. Visit Qutab Minar and the Lotus Temple before stopping at Connaught Place markets for some local shopping.

Day 21: Depart Delhi

Today we visit Old Delhi, drive past the Red Fort, walk through Chandni Chowk to Jama Masjid and have a photo stop at India Gate. After a late check out and dinner transfer to the airport to board our flight home.

Day 22: Arrive South Africa

Arrive home in Johannesburg.

Price Guide

From R34 680 pp Valid 01 Jan- 15 May 10	22 Days Fully Inclusive, Departing Johannesburg
From R11 865 pp	Single Supplement
From R29 780 pp	Land Only
Approx USD130 pp	Compulsory Tipping (See Booking Conditions)

Tour Code	Depart SA	Arrive SA
2010
I2070	03 Feb	24 Feb
I2071	24 Feb	17 Mar
I2072	03 Mar	24 Mar
I2073	24 Mar	14 Apr
I2074*	30 Sep	21 Oct
I2076	20 Oct	10 Nov
I2077#	03 Nov	24 Nov
2011
I2080	02 Feb	23 Feb
I2081	23 Feb	16 Mar
I2082	02 Mar	23 Mar
I2083	23 Mar	13 Apr

# Pushkar Fair 13 to 21 November 2010 dates subject to change

* Dates amended due to Commonwealth Games requirements.
Supplement for travel between 01 Sep - 31 Dec 2010, contact reservations for detailed rates.

Travel Info

Country Info

INDIA

Inclusions

Return international economy airfares ex Johannesburg,
All meals and accommodation,
All transportation, daily tours and entrance fees to scenic attractions (not camera fees),
English speaking local guides in each city and a National Tour Escort accompanying you throughout your destination based on a minimum number of passengers,
Visa fees for South African passport holders,
Domestic airport and land taxes,
An impressive Wendy Wu Tours travel wallet per family

Exclusions

International airport taxes,
Departure taxes where applicable
Personal expenditure such as all drinks (including at meals) laundry service and souvenirs,
Compulsory Tipping,
Camera and Video entry charges at Monuments/Forts etc,
Compulsory Insurance of any kind,
Land Only package excludes visa fees and return airport transfers,
Arrival / departure transfers if not travelling on group flights,
Early / late check in/out not guaranteed, if requested it is at an additional cost