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Land of the Maharajahs - Privately Guided

A 13-Day General Tours tour starting from $3,399

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Starting Price:	$3,399
Tour Length:	13 Days
Countries Visited:	India

More Information About This Tour:

Tour Type:

Private Journeys

Tour Category:

Privately Guided

Tour Operator:

General Tours

Tour Code:

GT-404

Cities Visited:
Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Udaipur, Pushkar and Jodhpur, India

A Sweeping Journey Across India... Delight in the magnificent treasures of north India and then journey deep into the Rajasthani countryside, a captivating land of ancient royal cities, sweeping desert dunes, amazing palaces and timeless traditions. Choose your style of travel and discover all the colors of India!

Engaging Discoveries for our World Travelers

Encounter Old Delhi from a new perspective, as young students lead a walking tour offering unique insight into the city they call home. Stop by a bakery and sample their favorite sweet, freshly fried jalebi! Track the elusive Bengal tiger on thrilling open-air game drives in Ranthambore National Park. Savor fine cuisine and sweeping views of Lake Pichola at the celebrated Raj Bagh restaurant in Udaipur. 6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites #WHS# This trip is available with professional, bi-lingual guides fluent in their own local dialect plus a variety of other languages like Spanish, Italian, Chinese and many others.

Discover the Pushkar Camel Fair!

Join our special November 7 departure for an unforgettable experience as nomads, traders and 25,000 camels gather in the desert dunes of Pushkar under a bright autumn moon.

HOTEL INFORMATION:

The Mughal
Hotel Class: Deluxe
The Mughal is located at the heart of the city, and is a blend of old world charm and exceptional service. Guests have pool and garden views from their rooms, as well as air-conditioning, cable TV, telephone, and radio. Guests can dine at one of the five restaurants, or extend out into the city and find their own restaurant of choice. Other hotel amenities include massage, tour services, florist, sauna, outdoor heated pool, steam baths, tennis, and a sauna.

Le Meridien
Hotel Class: Deluxe
Located next to Delhi’s fashionable shopping and cultural center, Le Meridien Hotel has all the comforts of the modern world at guests’ fingertips. The 355 guest rooms have a view, air-conditioning, TV, radio, minibar, and telephone. Additional amenities include the health and fitness center, swimming pool, and restaurant.

Rajputana Palace Sheraton
Hotel Class: Deluxe
The Rajputana palace Sheraton is just outside the city center, providing guests with the opportunity to explore the city's shopping and cultural events. All 216 guest rooms have air conditioning, a balcony, cable TV, telephone, and minibar. Additional services include the heated pool, fitness center, tennis courts, and restaurants with international cuisine.

Taj Hari Mahal
Hotel Class: Deluxe
The Taj Hari Mahal is set on six acres of landscaped gardens, offering the eastern architecture with 21st century luxury. The 93 rooms at the Taj Hari Mahal have international telephone, internet, satellite TV, mini-bar, and a safe. For activities during the day, guests can enjoy the fitness center, spa, shopping arcade, bookshop, pastry shop, tennis and croquet course, beauty salon, massage rooms, swimming pool, and walking track. Dining and shopping are easy to come by, both in the Taj Hari Mahal and in Jodhpur.

Jagat Palace
Hotel Class: Superior First Class
Jagat Palace, Pushkar Nested in the beautiful Snake mountain on one side and the great Thar sand dunes on other, the Jagat Palace Hotel offers a royal setting to explore the magic of the holy town of Pushkar. Built and managed by the princely family of Khanpur, the Jagat Palace offers traditional hospitality perfectly blended with all modern amenities.

Taj Sawai Madhopur Lodge
Hotel Class: Lodge
Taj Sawai Madhopur Lodge, the beautiful hunting lodge statically located just near the Ranthambore wildlife sanctuary. The hotel covers an area of 12 acres which includes lush green lawns and beautiful gardens and the cottages. Taj Swai Madhopur Lodge is has total 29 elegantly appointed guestrooms that embody rustic style and comfort. The lodge has a multi-cuisine restaurant, internet access and currency exchange.

Radisson
Hotel Class: Deluxe
Situated on the edge of Lake Fateh Sagar with a unique view across the water, the Radisson retains traditional style and combines it with modern comforts. Guest rooms are decorated with wooden flooring and include satellite telvision, mini-bar and internet access. Serving Mediterranean and Indian cuisine, the on-site restaurant offers meals through out the day.

Day 1 - Welcome to Delhi!
Check-in to the stylish and luxurious Le Meriden Hotel in the heart of the city.

Day 2 - Explore Delhi from a new perspective
Full-day tour includies Raj Ghat, Red Fort#WHS#, Chandni Chowk market, Qutab Minar#WHS# and Humayun’s Tomb#WHS#. Gain unusual insight into the history and vibrant daily life of Old Delhi on a fascinating half-hour interactive walking tour with young students as your guides! Visit a bakery to taste freshly-fried sweet jalebi, a local favorite. Meals B

Day 3 - Onward to Agra
Travel to Agra and check-in to the Mughal Luxury Collection Hotel. Join your guide to visit the imposing Agra Fortc and magnificent Taj Mahalc. Meals B

Day 4 - The colors of Rajasthan
Arise early this morning for a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal and then journey into the colorful Rajasthani countryside. Visit Fatehpur Sikri#WHS# and then continue to your hotel in Jaipur, the 5-star Sheraton Rajputana Palace Hotel. Meals B

Day 5 - Out and about in Jaipur
Ascend to the Amber Palace atop an elephant and visit the Palace Museum. See the lovely Palace of the Winds and tour Jantar Mantar. Meals B

Day 6 - Into the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve
Drive to Ranthambore National Park and check-in to the enchanting Taj Sawai Madhopur Lodge before a thrilling afternoon of game-viewing. Meals B,L,D

Day 7 - In search of the Bengal Tiger!
Enjoy game drives with our experienced trackers in intimate 4WD jeeps – in the early morning and afternoon when the animals are most active. With luck, you might encounter the elusive Bengal tiger. Meals B,L,D

Day 8 - Across the sands to Pushkar
Travel through the Thar Desert to Pushkar. Check-in to the 5-star Jagat Palace Hotel and then enjoy a camel cart ride through the sweeping dunes. Meals B,L,D

Day 9 - Journey to Jodhpur
Travel the scenic roads to Jodhpur and tour the city, including Meherangarh Fort and the immense Umaid Bhawan Palace. Overnight at the Taj Hari Mahal. Meals B

Day 10 - Discover the City of Dreams
Visit Ranakpur Temple, one of the biggest and most important Jain temples in India, before continuing to the Radisson Hotel in romantic Udaipur. Dine tonight at Raj Bagh overlooking beautiful Lake Pichola. Meals B,L,D

Day 11 - Sightseeing in Udaipur
Escorted sightseeing in the ‘City of Dreams’ includes the imposing Jagdish Temple, the City Palace, and its museum featuring a superb collection of Mogul art. Later this afternoon, relax on your boat excursion across tranquil Lake Pichola. Meals B

Day 12 - Return flight to Delhi
After breakfast, fly to Delhi where you’ll be met and escorted to the 5-star Le Meridien Hotel. The balance of your day is at leisure. Meals B

Day 13 - Delhi
Your program with us finishes this morning after breakfast. Meals B

Don't miss our current specials: World Traveler 2% Cash Discount If you make payment by check, money order or electronic cash withdrawal and pay-in-full for your General Tours trip within 7 days of making your reservation, we'll discount the entire cost of your trip by 2%. Your entire balance must be paid by personal check, travel agency check, money order or authorized electronic debit withdrawal (ACH) from a checking account to qualify; and your payment must be received by General Tours not later than seven (7) days from the date of your reservation to qualify. We recommend using a traceable overnight delivery method. If your check or electronic debit is returned from your bank for any reason, your reservation will no longer qualify for the 2% cash discount; a $25 processing fee will be added to your account balance; and all future payments will need to be made by credit card or certified funds. Save More. Get Closer. Family and Friends Explore the world with your family and friends for a more enriching travel experience… Save $50 each when 3 guests travel together, $100 each when 4 guests travel together, and $150 each when 5 or more guests travel together. Combine these savings with your AAA or AARP Member Benefit and save even more!


Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
10/1/2010 - 12/31/2010	$3,399
1/1/2011 - 4/30/2011	$3,499

Airfare Disclaimer A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link. Documents TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

Engaging Discoveries for our World Travelers

Encounter Old Delhi from a new perspective, as young students lead a walking tour offering unique insight into the city they call home. Stop by a bakery and sample their favorite sweet, freshly fried jalebi! Track the elusive Bengal tiger on thrilling open-air game drives in Ranthambore National Park. Savor fine cuisine and sweeping views of Lake Pichola at the celebrated Raj Bagh restaurant in Udaipur. 6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites #WHS# This trip is available with professional, bi-lingual guides fluent in their own local dialect plus a variety of other languages like Spanish, Italian, Chinese and many others.

Discover the Pushkar Camel Fair!

Join our special November 7 departure for an unforgettable experience as nomads, traders and 25,000 camels gather in the desert dunes of Pushkar under a bright autumn moon.

World Traveler 2% Cash Discount

If you make payment by check, money order or electronic cash withdrawal and pay-in-full for your General Tours trip within 7 days of making your reservation, we'll discount the entire cost of your trip by 2%.

Your entire balance must be paid by personal check, travel agency check, money order or authorized electronic debit withdrawal (ACH) from a checking account to qualify; and your payment must be received by General Tours not later than seven (7) days from the date of your reservation to qualify. We recommend using a traceable overnight delivery method. If your check or electronic debit is returned from your bank for any reason, your reservation will no longer qualify for the 2% cash discount; a $25 processing fee will be added to your account balance; and all future payments will need to be made by credit card or certified funds.

Save More. Get Closer. Family and Friends

Explore the world with your family and friends for a more enriching travel experience… Save $50 each when 3 guests travel together, $100 each when 4 guests travel together, and $150 each when 5 or more guests travel together. Combine these savings with your AAA or AARP Member Benefit and save even more!

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