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Welcome... … to a wonderful selection of award-winning escorted holidays to an extraordinary, chaotic, colourful and intoxicating land – Incredible India. Brought to you by Newmarket Holidays, three-time ‘Best Operator to Southern Asia’ at the prestigious British Travel Awards, and presented in association with our partners Jet Airways – the sub-continent’s premier international airline – and leading Indian hospitality group Taj Hotels, these holidays will take you on unforgettable journeys like few others. Experience pulsating, enthralling cities filled with beguiling, eye-popping sights, journey through landscapes rich with extraordinary natural wonders, taste some of the world’s most delicious food, and above all meet smiling, infectiously happy people keen to provide the warmest of welcomes and an outstanding level of service and to share their country with you. Choose from a collection of carefully crafted, wonderful value, high quality tours to all four corners of this remarkable country. Whether you join us in the ‘Golden Triangle’ cities of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, travel south to the languid backwaters of Kerala and temple-dotted Tamil Nadu, journey to an historic hill station, or choose a Small Group Tour to immerse yourself in the daily lives of your welcoming hosts, you can look forward to an adventure of a lifetime. We look forward to the pleasure of your company!

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Take advantage of our latest offer and discover India on an award-winning escorted tour. Book your next holiday to experience India’s exotic highlights by 12th June and you’ll save £100 per person. Simply quote promotion code FARAWAY when you make your booking. Explore the cities of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, relax in beautiful Kerala, or immerse yourself in India’s unique culture on a Small Group Tour. An unforgettable experience is guaranteed!

Tour highlights...

See the best that India has to offer The Taj Mahal, Agra A must-see for any first-time visitor to India. Commissioned by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, the beautiful mausoleum housing the tomb of his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal, is an extraordinary monument to love.

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Contents Explore incredible India

The wonders of India mapped out

Discover our Small Group Tours

Immerse yourself in a selection of premium tours with like-minded travellers 5

Welcome aboard!

How we get you there and what to expect onboard the aircraft

6-7

Welcome from Taj Hotels

An introduction to the accomodation, and what’s included during your stay

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India – Tigers & the Taj Mahal A classic tour of northern India’s greatest cities

Ranthambhore National Park

India – Tigers, the Taj & Shimla

Once the hunting ground of Indian royalty and visiting dignitaries, Ranthambhore National Park is now one of the best examples of India’s conservation programme Project Tiger.

Visit the ‘Golden Triangle’ of glorious cities and Rathambhore’s tigers

Take in the ‘Golden Triangle’, sacred sites and northern India’s alluring countryside 14-15

Kerala backwaters During your stay in Alleppey, you will stay on board a traditional, thatch-roofed Kettuvallam houseboat. Your hotel for the night will take you through the area’s labyrinth of backwaters and canals, showing you coconut groves and rice paddies dotted with temples and friendly villages.

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A vast, windowed wall built for the women of the royal household to observe street festivals and other processions while being hidden in ‘Pordah’.

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India – Tigers, the Taj & Amritsar’s Golden Temple

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Palace of the Winds, Jaipur

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A journey through India – Grand Palace & Historic Fort Stays Golden Age luxury and some unforgettable experiences await

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India’s Marigold Hotel Experience

Step into the world’s most colourful, exciting and exotic culture 18-21

A Grand Tour of India

From the ‘Golden Triangle’ to Kerala’s labyrinthine backwaters

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Kerala & India’s South

Explore an Idyllic land of ancient ports, colourful temples and tea plantations

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India & Nepal – Tigers, Taj & Temples

Discover the ‘Golden Triangle’, Ranthambhore’s protected tigers and the mighty Himalayas 28-29

Extend your holiday

Five wonderful extension opportunities to make even more of your time away 30-31

*Terms & Conditions: This offer applies to new bookings on air-inclusive holiday to India made between 10th May and 12th June 2018 (inclusive). Prices shown when booking do not include the discount. The discount will be applied to your booking once the promo code (FARAWAY) has been entered and will be confirmed before purchase. The offer may not be used in conjunction with any other offer, is subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time.

Visit incredible India... Amritsarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Golden Temple See page 14

The Taj Mahal, Agra

Amritsar Shimla

Exotic journeys of the senses Jaipur

Udaipur

Nepal

Agra

Ranthambhore National Park

Kathmandu

Varanasi

Colourful daily life

India

Fishing nets in Cochin See pages 18 & 24

Pokhara

Delhi

Mumbai

Goa Bangalore Mysore

Stay on a Houseboat in Kerala See page 22 & 24

Ancient Cultures Chennai

Cochin Madurai Alleppy Periyar

National Park

Extraordinary places

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Call our India Experts

When thinking about your Indian adventure, you’re sure to have a raft of questions, either before you make your reservation, or as you look forward to travelling. Our team of India Experts, all of whom have experienced this wonderful country, are on hand to put your mind at rest and to advise you, ensuring that you can look forward to your holiday with confidence.

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Crafted with care – our Award-Winning Holidays When you choose Newmarket Holidays for your holiday to India, you can rest assured that you will be travelling with a company that not only has over 35 years of tour operating experience behind them, but one that over the past decade has been sharing the wonders of the sub-continent with an everincreasing number of delighted customers, many of whom have returned to a different part of the country with us. Each of our escorted tours has been crafted with care by our team of experts, and features excellent travel arrangements, with reliable airlines like Jet Airways, and the highest standards of accommodation, such as those to be enjoyed at Taj Hotels. The on-the-ground expertise of our Indian partners is second to none, our expert tour managers go the extra mile to ensure that you enjoy your time with us to the full, and professional drivers skilfully negotiate their way through some of the world’s most famously challenging traffic systems! Each award-winning escorted tour features included excursions and entrances to all places of interest featured on the itineraries (unless stated) and half-board arrangements at all hotels.

Small Group Tours Two holidays featured on the following pages are designated Small Group Tours, where, travelling with a reduced number of like-minded travellers, you enjoy a more intimate, ‘behind the scenes’ experience of Indian life, perhaps joining a family at a market, then preparing and eating a meal in a ‘home stay’ hotel, or visiting places and joining activities denied to larger groups. Choose to stay in some extraordinary, exclusive Heritage Hotels on our ‘Journey through India’ holiday (pages 16-17) or to explore places showcased in recent TV shows and the movies on the ‘India’s Marigold Hotel Experience’ Small Group Tour (pages 18-19).

Plus... extend any of these India holidays! See pages 30 & 31 for details.

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Welcome aboard! Jet Airways is India’s premier international airline and provides you with one of the finest experiences across the skies. High standards of service and reliability, efficient operations and a focus on innovation means they are India’s favourite domestic and international airline. An upgrade to the exceptional Première cabin, business class, is a tempting choice to begin or end your holiday. The network connects all corners of the subcontinent with the UK and most of our tours to India will include Jet Airways flights, often connecting to their domestic network where appropriate and when extending your stay.

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An upgrade to Première when heading overnight to India has you arriving fresh and ready to explore the destination! Make it a special treat and enjoy it on the return flight too.

Be inspired by our innovative and revolutionary designed seats that allow you to stretch out while the seat automatically moves into an ergonomic position, providing added comfort. Let long journeys be part of your holiday.

Cuisine An absolute treat for food lovers, our carefully designed menus and exquisite presentations of delectable Indian and international cuisine are an enticing celebration of culinary pleasures.

Comfort Our ‘hammock’ headrests, unique foot net and new 6-way head support are designed to provide you that extra comfort so you reach your destination refreshed and relaxed.

• Start your journey in comfort with access to our lounges • Enjoy your privacy with a spacious seat that declines into a fully flat bed • Indulge in finest cuisine with ‘Dine Anytime’ service • Be entertained with your personal 15.4 inch touch screen TV and 650 hours of entertainment • Stay ahead of work (or connected) with power sockets in every seat To discuss your upgrade further please call our customer service team on 0330 160 7922

Entertainment Enjoy in-flight entertainment on your personal 27cm (10.6 inch) touch screen TV. Create your own playlist or catch up on one of the latest blockbusters. We even have games and TV shows to ensure you enjoy your in-flight experience.

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Taj Hotels Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata opened the Taj Mahal Palace in Mumbai, overlooking the Arabian Sea, in December 1903. It was the first Taj hotel. Now with over one hundred properties, enter a world of unmatchable hospitality provided with an imperial touch. Quintessentially Indian, Taj provides guests with memorable experiences in its luxury hotels. Upholders of indigenous arts and crafts, local culture, and communities, Taj’s commitment towards the preservation of heritage is evident across its properties. Witness it in the art-inspired decor, or feel it in the forgotten Ayurvedic therapies at the Jiva Spa. Savour it in the many award-winning restaurants serving both international and local cuisines, or simply live it in other unforgettable moments. At Taj, each experience is noticeably unique. Here are some of the Taj hotels featured on Newmarket’s Indian tours.

The Gateway Hotel, Pasumalai Madurai Chennai may be the capital of Tamil Nadu but Madurai claims its soul. And The Gateway Hotel, Madurai is located right at the heart of it. Set on a hilltop in large scenic gardens and built in lovely traditional style with a cosy pub style bar, restaurant, spa and a pool with stunning views from the terraces around it. Comfortable, colonial style rooms have all modern facilities. Being at the heart and soul of Tamil Nadu, a trip to Madurai is incomplete without sampling the lip-smacking local delicacies. Look no further than our regional home-style food, always prepared with your health and taste in mind. Featured on ‘A Grand Tour of India’ and ‘Kerala & India’s Beautiful South’ tours.

Taj City Centre, Gurugram This striking, new hotel offers contemporary rooms, all of which offer complimentary Wi-Fi and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel also has a large swimming pool, a selection of restaurants, a bar and a spa. Singapore-based Warner Wong Design’s urbane aesthetic reflects in the imposing glass and granite façade with latticed Indian accents and locally inspired motifs. From fine dining restaurants like Thai Pavilion and Culina 44 to holistic wellness rituals at the award-winning Jiva Spa, this Taj hotel in Delhi offers a modish retreat for the global traveller. Featured on ‘India – Tigers & Taj’ and ‘India and Nepal - Tigers, Taj & Temples’ tours.

Vivanta by Taj, Surya Coimbatore Discover a happening space that is one of the best hotels in Coimbatore! Experience new wave design, contemporary spaces and eclectic art in harmony. There is a large pool and a gym. Rooms are tastefully furnished, are light with large windows and have all modern amenities. Featured on ‘Kerala & India’s Beautiful South’ tour.

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India – Tigers & the Taj Mahal

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This classic tour of northern India’s greatest cities is the perfect introduction to one of the world’s most fascinating and alluring destinations. AVAILABLE: Sep to Nov 2018 & Jan to May, Sep to Nov 2019

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS AND INCLUSIONS: • Discover the sights of New Delhi, including the historic Red Fort and Jama Masjid Mosque, the India Gate war memorial and the ruins of the Quwwat‑ul-Islam mosque • Enjoy a rickshaw ride through Old Delhi • A guided tour of Agra, the ‘City of Love’ • Marvel at the incomparable Taj Mahal • See Chand Baori, Abhaneri’s astonishing stepwell • Go in search of Ranthambhore’s tigers on two included safaris • Ride up to Amber Fort for exceptional views • Visit Jaipur’s exquisite ‘Palace of the Winds’ and enjoy dinner hosted by a local family • Stay in a beautiful tented resort in Vanaashrya • Enjoy an Indian cookery demonstration • Eight nights’ carefully chosen dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation, five lunches, plus one night on the aircraft

Uncover India’s exotic wonders on a thrilling adventure. Explore the teeming, colourful, spectacular cities of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur – the fabled ‘Golden Triangle’ of fascinating cities that are homes to such sights as the Red Fort, the awe-inspiring Taj Mahal and the ‘Palace of the Winds’. Spend two nights ‘on safari’ in Ranthambhore Park, one-time hunting ground of Indian princes and complete the holiday with a night in a luxury tented resort. Day One Fly overnight from the UK to Delhi. Day Two Upon arrival this morning, meet your Tour Manager and transfer to your hotel where you’ll spend your first night. Later, after an included lunch and time to freshen up, join your Tour Manager on a guided tour, which will introduce you to the vibrant Old City. Drive by the historic Red Fort, Jama Masjid Mosque and Raj Ghat, Gandhi’s cremation site close to the Yamuna

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Day Three This morning, visit the ruins of the Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque and the ornate Qutb Minar tower that

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• Ranthambhore Fort – Day Six – from £16

You’ll also take in the grandeur of New Delhi, built by the British Raj to reflect the glories of the Empire. Highlights will include the historic India Gate war memorial and the vast boulevard of the Rajpath.

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• Heathrow (UK connecting flights available) • Manchester

Single Supplement from £499 Transfer times: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour. Connecting flights are available from £200 to Heathrow from the following airports: Glasgow & Newcastle. *Departures from Manchester are with Etihad Airways via Abu Dhabi. The itinerary order varies slightly with the first two nights spent in Delhi as opposed the first and last as described. Content, sightseeing and duration remain the same. Visa Information: Visas are required by British Citizens travelling to India.

River, and enjoy a wonderful day with an exhilarating rickshaw ride through the narrow lanes of old Chandni Chowk.

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Palace of the Winds, Jaipur

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City Palace, Jaipur

YOUR TOURING HOTELS: rises from them, before continuing on to Agra, the fabled ‘City of Love’ and site of the exquisite, incomparable Taj Mahal. After a visit to the royal pavilions, palaces and courtyards of majestic Agra Fort you’ll make your first visit to the ‘Taj’, a monument to undying love, seen in all its glory at sunset. Day Four Awaken early to pay a sunrise visit to view the Taj from across the Yamuna River, and after breakfast, journey on to the ancient village of Abhaneri, home to Chand Baori, an astonishing example of a stepwell – extraordinary constructions unique to India and used to facilitate the drawing of water from the ground. Lunch is taken in the sumptuous surroundings of the Umaid Lake Palace, a heritage hotel and ‘organic retreat’ that grows produce for the hotel’s fine restaurant, before you journey on to beautiful Ranthambhore National Park, one of the best examples of India’s conservation programme Project Tiger, for a two-night stay. Once the hunting ground of Indian princes, Ranthambhore is covered with thorn trees, scrub and grasslands, and dotted with beautiful ponds, streams and lakes – a perfect habitat for the famed, endangered ‘Tigers of Ranthambhore’ and countless other species. This evening, prior to tomorrow’s adventures, enjoy a ‘tiger talk’ with a local naturalist. Day Five An undoubted highlight of the holiday will be today’s two canter (open-air vehicle) safaris in the Park, taken in the company of a knowledgeable naturalist guide. With luck you may also see the tigers and other species in their natural environment. Lunch is included today. Day Six Rest and relax this morning, or join the optional excursion to the ancient Ranthambhore Fort, which sits atop the 600-metre-high hill range, and offers stupendous views of the park below. Please note: There is a gradual, 273-step climb to the fort.

This afternoon, after lunch at the hotel, you’ll bid farewell to Ranthambhore and will make the journey to the ‘Pink City’

of Jaipur for a two-night stay. Day Seven After breakfast, visit former Rajput capital Amber and its vast 6th-century hill-top fort, climbing by jeep to visit the Royal Halls and to take in the magnificent views from the ramparts. After an included lunch, you’ll tour Jaipur, including the City Palace complex with its museums and ancient astronomical observatory, and will drive by the 18th-century ‘Palace of the Winds’, with its innumerable windows and screened balconies. A special dinner is taken at the Nokha House, hosted in traditional Rajasthani style by the Rathore family. Day Eight Bid farewell to Jaipur and journey across the desert plain into the Aravali Hills to the jungle resort of Vanaashyra, calling en route at the ruins of 17th-century Bhangarh fort. This afternoon, enjoy a camel-cart ride and cookery demonstration before spending the night in an air-conditioned tent – another unforgettable highlight of your visit to this amazing corner of the world. Day Nine Head back towards Delhi, calling en route at the fascinating Heritage Transport Museum, with its impressive collections covering the development of India’s road, rail and air travel industries, as well as transportrelated toys and memorabilia. Spend a last night close to the capital.

The Suryaa, Delhi

night 2

This hotel has a lovely outdoor swimming pool area, a gym, a bar, a coffee shop and two restaurants. Each guestroom has air conditioning, satellite TV and a mini-bar.

Trident, Agra

night 3

Close to the Taj Mahal and laid out around its swimming pool and beautifully landscaped garden. The hotel has a bar and two restaurants, a spa and a fitness centre. Each room has air conditioning, TV, a minibar, and tea/coffee-making facilities.

Ranthambhore Regency, Ranthambhore

nights 4-5

The perfect place to enjoy the area’s wildlife to its full extent, this hotel boasts spacious gardens with a swimming pool, and a restaurant with a bar. All the rooms have air conditioning, telephones and satellite TV, and are furnished with modern amenities.

Shahpura House, Jaipur

nights 6-7

A gem in downtown Jaipur, this heritage hotel has beautiful lawns and gardens, a restaurant and a bar, an outdoor swimming pool and a gift shop. Each room has air conditioning, a mini-bar, tea/coffee-making facilities and a safe.

Vanaashrya, Rajgarh

night 8

Set in the foothills of Aravali ranges, around a lake, the tented accommodation provides all modern comforts including air conditioning, your own bathroom and private terrace. You’ll also find a restaurant, Cloud 9 Bar, an outdoor pool and a spa. It’s a feel of the real, rural India of the past!

Taj Hotel City Centre, Gurugram

night 9

This striking, new hotel offers contemporary rooms, all of which offer complimentary Wi-Fi and tea and coffee making facilities. The hotel also has a large swimming pool, a selection of restaurants, bar and a spa. The Suryaa, Delhi

Trident, Agra

Taj Hotel City Centre, Gurugram

Shahpura House, Jaipur

Day 10 This morning, depart for the airport and your return flight to the UK, arriving late this afternoon, after a wonderful ‘introduction to India’.

SPECIAL DEPARTURE Celebrate Diwali – India’s Festival of Lights 1 November 2018, 22 October 2019 from £1,589 According to popular legend, when Lord Rama returned from exile, people lit candles and diya to celebrate his return to the Kingdom. This is now celebrated as a major Hindu festival marked by family gatherings, and by decorative displays of candles and lamps shining from rooftops and doorsteps, in windows, and all around temple buildings.

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Ranthambhore National Park

The ‘Golden Triangle’ of glorious cities, Ranthambhore’s tigers and the Raj-era comforts of India’s most famous hill station. AVAILABLE: Sep to Nov 2018, Jan to May, Sep to Nov 2019

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS AND INCLUSIONS: • Discover the sights of New Delhi, including the historic Red Fort and Jama Masjid Mosque, the India Gate war memorial and the ruins of the Quwwatul-Islam mosque • Enjoy a rickshaw ride through Old Delhi • Journey by ‘Toy Train’ to Shimla • Stay in Shimla’s famed Oberoi Cecil Hotel – an institution since the days of the Raj • Visit Jaipur’s ‘Palace of the Winds’ and enjoy dinner hosted by a local family • Ride up to Amber Fort for exceptional views • A guided tour of Agra, ‘City of Love’ • Marvel at the incomparable Taj Mahal • See Chand Baori, Abhaneri’s astonishing stepwell • Go in search of Ranthambhore’s tigers on two included safaris • Stay in a beautiful tented resort in Vanaashyra • Enjoy an Indian cookery demonstration • 11 nights’ carefully chosen dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft

Combine a tour of the classic sights of India’s capital and the wonders of Rajasthan with a journey back in time to Shimla, the quintessentially colonial haven high in the Himalayan foothills. Begin in Delhi, before journeying on to Shimla, the former summer capital of the Raj. ‘Pink City’ Jaipur, with its extraordinary Fort and palaces, Agra’s majestic Fort and peerless Taj Mahal, and stays in famed Ranthambhore Park and a wonderful tented resort complete this unforgettable Indian journey. Day One Fly overnight from the UK to Delhi.

day with an exhilarating rickshaw ride, before dinner at the hotel.

Day Two Upon arrival this morning, meet your Tour Manager and transfer to your hotel where you’ll spend your first night. After lunch, enjoy a guided tour of some of the city’s major sights, including the historic Red Fort, Jama Masjid Mosque and Raj Ghat, Gandhi’s cremation site, as well as the Raj-era grandeur of New Delhi. Complete the

Day Three Transfer back to Delhi Airport this morning for the short flight to Chandigarh. Dependent upon your flight time (these vary seasonally), journey up to Kandaghat, to board Lord Curzon’s famous 1903 ‘toy train’, the narrow-gauge railway that winds its scenic way up to Shimla – later arrivals will make the journey back down by train

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Shimla Delhi

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Agra Ranthambhore National Park

• Heathrow (UK connecting flights available)

Single Supplement from £589 Transfer times: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour. Connecting flights are available from £200 to Heathrow from the following airports: Aberdeen, Glasgow & Manchester. Visa Information: Visas are required by British Citizens travelling to India.

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Christ Church, Shimla

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Viceregal Lodge, Shimla

Red Fort, Delhi

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YOUR TOURING HOTELS: on Day Five – where the magnificent Oberoi Cecil Hotel waits to welcome you for a two-night stay and a first dinner. Day Four Enjoy this morning’s guided tour, which will include the Viceregal Lodge, former British summer retreat, and where the map of Indian Partition was drawn up among its teak-panelled rooms. Other highlights will include the high, open space of the Ridge, dwarfed by the Gothic spires of the very English Christ Church and offering superb views of the distant peaks, and the shops of Mall Road. Return along the Ridge, past the colonial Gaiety Theatre, to join the throng at Scandal Point, traditional meeting place for an afternoon gossip. Enjoy dinner at the hotel. Day Five Bidding farewell to the former colonial haven, journey back down to Chandigarh Airport and fly to the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel for a three-night stay and dinner. Day Six After breakfast, visit former Rajput capital Amber and its vast fort, climbing by jeep to visit the Royal Halls and to take in the magnificent views from the ramparts. After an included lunch, the rest of the afternoon is free, perhaps to join this afternoon’s optional excursion to Elefantastic, a conservation sanctuary for some of the world’s most extraordinary animals, where you will enjoy the chance to get ‘up close and personal’ with some of the rescued creatures, whose intelligence and sensitivity never fail to amaze. This evening, enjoy a visit to one of the city’s colourful markets. Day Seven Enjoy a guided tour of Jaipur, including the City Palace complex with its museums and ancient astronomical observatory, and drive by the 18th-century ‘Palace of the Winds’, with its innumerable windows and screened balconies. After another free afternoon, a special dinner is taken this evening at the historic Nokha House, hosted in traditional Rajasthani style by the Rathore family. Day Eight After breakfast, bid farewell to Jaipur and journey to Agra, the

fabled ‘City of Love’. After a visit to the royal pavilions, palaces and courtyards of majestic Agra Fort you’ll make your first visit to the incomparable Taj Mahal, a monument to undying love, seen in all its glory at sunset. Day Nine Awaken early to pay a sunrise visit to view the Taj from across the Yamuna River, and after breakfast, journey on to Abhaneri and the astonishing Chand Baori stepwell. After lunch at the sumptuous Umaid Lake Palace heritage hotel, journey on to Ranthambhore National Park for a two-night stay. Once the hunting ground of Indian princes, the park is home to the ‘Tigers of Ranthambhore’ and other species. This evening, enjoy a ‘tiger talk’ with a local naturalist. Day 10 An undoubted highlight of the holiday will be today’s two canter (open-air vehicle) safaris in the Park, taken in the company of a knowledgeable naturalist guide. With luck you may also see the tigers and other species in their natural environment. Lunch is included today. Day 11 Rest and relax this morning, or join the optional excursion to Ranthambhore Fort, with its stupendous views of the park below. Please note: There is a gradual, 273-step climb to the fort.

The Suryaa, Delhi

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Taj Mahal

night 2

This hotel has a lovely outdoor swimming pool area, a gym, a bar, a coffee shop and two restaurants. Each guestroom has air conditioning, satellite TV and a mini-bar.

Oberoi Cecil, Shimla

nights 3-4

An institution since the days of the Raj, majestically set in the heart of Shimla, but offering every modern convenience including a magnificent spa and a temperature controlled indoor pool, the Cecil exudes colonial charm and elegance from every pore. With wooden floors and rich upholstery in the comfortable rooms, which also offer every modern convenience, and a grand main dining room, bars and lounges, the Cecil is a perfect base for your stay.

Hilton, Jaipur

nights 5-7

This is a modern five-star hotel, centrally located, with stylish rooms and public areas. There is a coffee shop, spa and gym as well as an outdoor pool and terrace.

Doubletree by Hilton, Agra

night 8

Very close to the Taj Mahal, views of which can be had from the poolside, this hotel has a 24-hour coffee shop and Indian restaurant and bar. Modern rooms are very well appointed.

Ranthambhore Regency, Ranthambhore

nights 9-10

Vanaashrya, Rajgarh

nights 11-12

Set in the foothills of Aravali ranges, around a lake, the tented accommodation provides all modern comforts including air conditioning, your own bathroom and a private terrace. You’ll also find a restaurant, Cloud 9 Bar, an outdoor pool and a spa. It’s a feel of the real, rural India of the past!

This afternoon, bid farewell to Ranthambhore and journey into the Aravali Hills and the jungle resort of Vanaashyra, calling en route at the ruins of 17th-century Bhangarh fort. Enjoy the first of two nights in an airconditioned tent. Day 12 Rest and relax at Vanaashyra, perhaps making the most of the outdoor pool and spa, then this afternoon, enjoy a camel-cart ride and cookery demonstration before a farewell dinner at the resort. Day 13 Transfer early this morning (a packed breakfast will be provided) back to Delhi Airport and your return flight to the UK, arriving late this afternoon.

Oberoi Cecil, Shimla

Hilton, Jaipur

Ranthambhore Regency, Ranthambhore

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A journey of the senses, taking in the Golden Triangle, sacred sites and some of northern India’s most alluring countryside. AVAILABLE: Sep to Nov 2018, Jan to Mar & May, Sep to Nov 2019

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS AND INCLUSIONS: • An included guided tour of the sights of New Delhi • Enjoy a traditional rickshaw ride through Old Delhi • Climb to Amber Fort by Jeep • View Jaipur’s ‘Palace of the Winds’ • A stay in Ranthambhore National Park includes two safaris • Stay overnight in a pool villa in Dholpur • Enjoy an Indian cookery demonstration • Included guided tour of Agra, ‘City of Love’ • A visit to the immortal Taj Mahal • Explore ‘Heritage Village’ Pragpur • A drive through the foothills of the Himalayas • Visits to Amritsar’s Golden Temple by day and night • Witness the Palki ceremony at the Golden Temple • A visit to the Jallianwala Bagh memorial park and Indo-Pakistani border closing ceremony at Wagah • 12 nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation with seven included lunches, plus one night on the aircraft

This truly wonderful, enthralling escorted tour of northern India combines all the highlights of our hugely popular ‘Tigers and the Taj Mahal’ holiday – detailed in full on page 10 – with a five-day journey into the prosperous province of Punjab, home to Amritsar’s sacred Golden Temple, and to beautiful Himalayan hill state Himachal-Pradesh, one of India’s most arresting and beguiling regions. Other highlights include ‘tiger-spotting’ in Ranthambhore, a colourful border ceremony, exquisite Tibetan-influenced Dharamsala and a journey on the Shatabdi Express. Day One Your Indian adventure begins with an overnight flight from the UK to Delhi. Day Two Upon arrival, meet your tour manager, transfer to the hotel for lunch and enjoy a guided tour of the vibrant Old City, as well as an exciting rickshaw ride through the lanes of Chandni Chowk. Day Three Explore New Delhi, with its reflections of the Raj, and visit the

ancient Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque, as well as Agrasen Ki-Baoli stepwell before leaving in the afternoon for ‘Pink City’ Jaipur and a two-night stay. Day Four Visit Amber’s extraordinary hill-top fort by Jeep, to explore the Royal Halls and enjoy the magnificent views. This afternoon, discover Jaipur’s stunning City Palace museum complex, the famous astronomical observatory Amritsar Rajgarh Jaipur

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YOUR TOURING HOTELS: and drive by the 18th-century ‘Palace of the Winds’. Dinner tonight is taken with a local Rajasthani family in the city. Day Five Journey to beautiful Ranthambhore National Park for a two-night stay, during which you’ll hope to catch a glimpse of the legendary ‘Tigers of Ranthambhore’. Rest and relax in the park’s surroundings, or join this afternoon’s optional excursion to Ranthambhore Fort. Join this evening’s ‘tiger talk’ with a local naturalist. Day Six Enjoy today’s two canter (open-air vehicle) safaris in the company of a knowledgeable naturalist guide, hopefully successfully ‘tigerspotting’. Lunch is included. Day Seven Journey on to Dholpur for the night, enjoying an evening cookery demonstration before dinner. Day Eight An early morning cruise* on the Chambal river offers the opportunity to spot crocodiles, turtles and birds diving for fish. Then, travel to ‘City of Love’ Agra, whose crowning glory is the awe-inspiring Taj Mahal. Visit majestic Agra Fort before your first sight of the ‘Taj’, a monument to undying love, seen in all its glory at sunset. Day Nine Early morning, pay a sunrise visit to view the Taj Mahal from across the Yamuna River. Bid farewell to Agra and return to Delhi, spending the night in the capital. Day 10 This morning board the airconditioned Shatabdi Express train and journey north from Delhi to Jalandhar. Travel is in first class and includes breakfast on board. After lunch, cross the Punjabi plain and continue to exquisite ‘Heritage Village’ Pragpur, for a two-night stay at the wonderful Judge’s Court resort hotel. Enjoy the hill station’s delightful surroundings, declared India’s first ‘Heritage Village’, with its 19th-century artificial Taal pond, the centre of village life, several colourful temples and a collection of traditional artisans’ shops. There will also be an included cookery

demonstration at the hotel. Day 11 A day out in the foothills of the Himalayas. Call at former British hill station, Dharamsala and its upper town McLeod Ganj – a Tibetan refuge and home-in-exile to the Dalai Lama that draws visitors from across the globe to its glorious setting. On our return, visit Kangra Fort where a late lunch is included. Day 12 Journey north to Amritsar for a two night stay. After a chance to freshen up, join the throng for the extraordinary Palki ceremony at the breathtaking Golden Temple, stunning by night and Sikhism’s holiest shrine, towering over the narrow streets of Amritsar’s Old Town. See the copperplated Harimandir, from which a covered causeway, lined by devotees each evening for the procession of the Granth Sahib, Sikhism’s Holy Book, leads from the temple over the waters of the sacred lake. As well as watching the unforgettable ceremony, there will be the opportunity to visit the Old Town’s bustling bazaar. Day 13 Today brings another opportunity to visit the Golden Temple, which in the traditions of Sikhism, provides welcome and shelter for pilgrims from across the globe. The jewel-encrusted, golden-domed main temple, the vast dining hall and the Central Sikh Museum are all highlights of a fascinating day. You’ll also visit the poignant Jallianwala Bagh memorial park, which commemorates one of the bloodiest days in Indian history, and this evening, you’ll make the short journey out to the Indo-Pakistani border crossing at Wagah, where the gates are closed and the flags lowered at sunset in a colourful, remarkable, once-seennever-to-be-forgotten ceremony. Day 14 This morning, depart for the airport and your return flight, via Delhi, to the UK, arriving late in the afternoon. *Please note: Cruise is dependent on river water levels.

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This hotel has a lovely outdoor swimming pool area, a gym, a bar, a coffee shop and two restaurants. Each guestroom has air conditioning, satellite TV and a mini-bar.

Shahpura House, Jaipur

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Ranthambhore Regency, Ranthambhore

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Raj Niwas Palace, Dholpur

night 7

Look out for peacocks in the 13 acres of green, extensive grounds as you explore the original red sandstone palace, now home to the coffee shop and then the restaurant and your room. Your pool villa cottage has a TV, mini-bar, air conditioning and your own private plunge pool.

Trident, Agra

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The Judge’s Court, Pragpur

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A fine, relaxing country hotel, set in the medieval hamlet of Pragpur, in the foothills of the Himalayas. Rooms are in various buildings and are all individual by size and décor. Meals consist of many home-grown products and, dependent on the weather, dining may be on the lawn. Enjoy the parkland or take a dip in the plunge pool.

Holiday Inn, Amritsar

nights 12-13

Close to all of the city’s main sights, this welcoming hotel offers two restaurants, a deli and a bar. There is a gym with a sauna and an outdoor pool and all rooms have tea/coffee-making facilities, a fridge and a TV.

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Associated with Krishna, a Hindu festival which celebrates the beginning of spring as well as the triumph of good over evil. Enter the fun spirit as coloured powder is thrown!

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Golden Age luxury and some unforgettable experiences as the glories of Rajasthan are discovered and explored. AVAILABLE: Sep & Oct 2018, Jan to May & Sep to Nov 2019

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS AND INCLUSIONS: • An exotic journey from Delhi and Agra, then on through the heart of glorious Rajasthan • Stay in some truly spectacular, luxurious Heritage hotels, enjoying sumptuous surroundings, exceptional dining and Golden Age service • Discover the sights of Old Delhi by rickshaw and Agra’s Fort and peerless Taj Mahal • Explore Jaipur’s Amber Fort, famous Observatory and City Palace • Guided tour of exquisite Udaipur and cruise on Lake Pichola • Rural retreat Rohet Garh is gateway to ‘Blue City’ Jodhpur • See Jodhpur’s stupendous Meherengarh Fort • Experience an ‘Arabian Nights’ adventure under Bikaner’s desert sky • Alsisar is at the heart of the haweli-dotted Shekhawati region • Stay in tented resort Vanaashyra • 14 nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft • Three lunches

This extraordinary Small-Group Tour includes stays in some of Northern India’s finest Heritage hotels, and is crammed with memorable highlights, as first Delhi, then Agra, then Rajasthan’s glorious past and rich traditions, stupendous palaces, great forts and decorated hawelis, are brought thrillingly to life. With included safaris by boat and jeep, fine dining in some astonishing settings, and a host of tours and excursions, this is India at its finest. Day One Fly overnight to Delhi. Day Two Upon arrival, meet your tour manager and transfer to Delhi’s iconic, historic Maidens Hotel, a haven of oldworld elegance and modern comforts and amenities. This afternoon, join your tour manager for a guided tour introducing the Old City, before dinner at the hotel. Day Three Early this morning board the Gatimaan Express for Agra, where you’ll

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After an unforgettable few hours, board your private vehicle for the short journey to Dholpur and the Ras Niwas Palace, where accommodation is in beautifully appointed rooms within the grounds. Perhaps enjoy ‘a sundowner’ overlooking the lawns, while resplendent peacocks stroll by, before dinner.

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enjoy a guided tour of majestic Agra Fort and take in the immortal Taj Mahal.

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Gajner Palace

YOUR TOURING HOTELS: Day Four Rest and relax this morning in the hotel, and after lunch, enjoy a cruise on the Chambal River, with its abundant birdlife, crocodiles and rare, endangered gharials. At day’s end, enjoy another splendid dinner at the hotel. Day Five Journey today to the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur, for a two-night stay in a beautiful heritage hotel, a quiet oasis of calm close to the old city. Enjoy the hotel’s facilities, which include a garden terrace, pool and spa, before dinner. Day Six Journey, by jeep, to towering Amber Fort with its Royal Halls, gardens, courtyards and stupendous views. Take in the fabled ‘Palace of the Winds’ and after lunch at the historic Samode Haveli, former home of maharajas, visit the City Palace complex, with its museum, gardens, temple and ancient astronomical observatory. This evening, enjoy dinner in the hotel. Day Seven Cross Rajasthan, the ‘land of kings’ dotted with historic palaces and havelis, and arrive this afternoon at the Deogarh Mahal heritage hotel, former home to Mewar rulers. Upon arrival, join a local guide for a jeep ‘safari’ through the surrounding countryside and walk through the local village, before dinner is served at the hotel. Day Eight Make the short journey this morning to sublime ‘City of Lakes’ Udaipur and a two-night stay at the Lalit Laxmi Vilas Palace, set in 26-acres overlooking the Fateh Sagar lake, amongst the rolling Aravali Hills. Explore the ‘Venice of the East’, with its exquisite marble palaces on famed Lake Pichola, and enjoy the hotel’s surroundings before dinner. Day Nine Enjoy a guided tour of Udaipur, including the majestic City Palace and beautiful ‘gardens of the Royal ladies’. After a free afternoon, complete a wonderful day with an evening lake cruise. Day 10 Head through the scenic Aravali Hills, pausing at the astonishing Jain temples at Ranakphur, before arriving by late afternoon for a two-night stay in yet another beautiful heritage hotel,

the restored Rohet Garh on the outskirts of Jodhpur. Rest and relax before dinner, perhaps taken under the stars.

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Day 11 Explore the extraordinary, desert-fringed ‘Blue City’ of Jodhpur, with its monumental Meherangarh Fort, towering over the city from its sandstone butte. Discover the fort’s ornate palaces, courtyards and fascinating museum and visit the marbled Jaswant Thanda memorial, the vast Umaid Bhawan palace museum and enjoyan evening jeep safari to a Bishnoi village inhabited by perhaps the world’s first eco-warriors.

Dating from 1903 this is an iconic Delhi landmark where you can look forward to old-world elegance, traditional service and every modern comfort, including a famously deep swimming pool.

Day 12 Drive into the sands of the Great Indian Desert to remote Bikaner, with its labyrinthine old city and ornate Junagarh Fort. Tour the fort and visit the fascinating, camel-breeding farm, before enjoying an evening amongst the dunes, with dinner in a desert camp and the opportunity to take a camel ride under the starlit sky.

Deogarh Mahal, Deogarh

Day 13 Journey along an ancient desert trading route into the Shekhawati region, where small market towns are dwarfed by richly decorated havelis, and where you’ll overnight in the sumptuous Alsisar Mahal heritage hotel, enjoying a talk from a local historian who will bring to life the grandeur of the Shekhawati havelis, over a glass of champagne. Day 14 A last journey through Rajasthan’s exotic landscape returns you to the Aravali Hills, for a twonight stay in luxury ‘tented resort’ Vanaashrya. Day 15 A wonderful holiday is completed by a final relaxing day in Vanaashrya, with a visit to the ruins of ‘haunted’ Bhangarh Fort and a camel cart ride to the nearby village. A last evening includes a cookery demonstration and a final dinner.

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Raj Niwas Palace, Dholpur

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Look out for peacocks in the 13 acres of grounds as you explore the original red sandstone palace. The restaurant, splendid bar and guest rooms are located in separate buildings in the grounds.

Alsisar Haveli, Jaipur

night 5-6

Stay in a beautiful former private haveli, converted into a welcoming heritage hotel, close to bustle of the old city, but serving as a quiet oasis of calm. Facilities include a garden terrace, restaurant pool and spa.

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This sumptuous heritage hotel and former home to Mewar rulers has spacious outdoor terraces and gardens, as well as a pool.

The Lalit Laxmi Vilas Palace, Udaipur

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Set in 26 acres, on a hilltop, amongst the rolling Aravali Hills and with captivating views over Fateh Sagar Lake. The public areas are grand and indoor and outdoor dining is available. There is also a gym.

Rohet Garh, Jodhpur

nights 10-11

Sprawling lawns and manicured gardens, which invite a multitude of birds and dancing peacocks, set the scene at this heritage hotel. Relax on a veranda or terrace and enjoy the views or swim in the pool.

Gajner Palace, Bikaner

night 12

This hotel is a majestic lakeside palace with distinctive terraces and balconies set in 6,000 acres of grounds and was once originally a hunting lodge from the days of the Raj. Enjoy dinner in the restaurant of this sumptuous heritage hotel followed by, perhaps, a night cap at the bar.

Alsisar Mahal, Alsisar

night 13

The seventeenth-century battle hardened fort stands tall with its fabulous grandeur and now you’ll find frescoes, grand courtyards and stunning dining rooms – as well as a nice pool!

Vanaashrya, Rajgarh

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Alsisar Mahal, Alsisar

Alsisar Haveli, Jaipur

Day 16 Make an early start – a packed breakfast will be provided – and journey to Delhi Airport for the return flight to the UK, arriving this evening after a truly wonderful Indian holiday.

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Step into the world’s most colourful, most exciting and most exotic culture on a tour that takes you beyond the famous sights. AVAILABLE: Sep & Nov 2018, Jan to Mar, May, Sep to Nov 2019

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS AND INCLUSIONS: • Enjoy the company of like-minded travellers as you delve into the culture, cuisine, transport and lifestyle of the world’s most fascinating country and enjoy market visits and cooking experiences • Meet local families in Jaipur and Kochi • Travel by ‘tuk-tuk’, cycle rickshaw and Jeep • Discover the sights of Old and New Delhi • Explore Jaipur’s Amber Fort, City Palace and Observatory • Guided tour of exquisite Udaipur plus locations from the Best Exotic Marigold Hotel movies • Enjoy a cruise on Udaipur’s Lake Pichola • See Cochin’s famous Chinese fishing nets • Experience a Kathakali dance ritual in Fort Cochin • Enjoy dinner at the ‘Le Colonial’ in Kochi • Spend a day on a traditional kettuvallam houseboat • End your stay at a small and friendly beach resort • 14 nights’ carefully chosen bed and breakfast accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft • Five lunches and 12 dinners

Inspired by the movies and TV shows that have unveiled the mysteries, the bustle and cacophony and the sheer delight of life in India to the fascinated world, this very special Small-Group Tour combines some of the great sights of Delhi, Rajasthan and Kerala with opportunities to step ‘behind the curtain’, meeting local families, shopping in colourful markets and experiencing different types of Indian cuisine, while staying in some delightful ‘Heritage’ and ‘Home-Stay’ hotels. Day One Fly overnight from the UK to Delhi.

exciting days to come. Dinner is served in the hotel this evening.

Day Two Upon arrival this morning, meet your tour manager and transfer to your family-run hotel in the heart of New Delhi. After the chance to freshen up, join your fellow guests for lunch in a local restaurant and spend the afternoon and evening in rest and relaxation, in preparation for the

Day Three The tour begins with a contrasting morning, first spent visiting the sacred Gandhi Smriti, the house in which Mahatma Gandhi spent his last days, and where he was assassinated in January 1948. The striking memorial and museum pays tribute to the ‘Father of the Nation’ and sets the scene for your stay.

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On this very special, Small-Group Tour, in addition to enjoying the astounding sights and glorious landscapes of Delhi, Rajasthan and Kerala, and the guided introductions to these wonderful places, you’ll have the chance to experience the lives of the people of the most fascinating country on earth, to meet some real Indian families and share in their daily activities and to learn about their culture and traditions.

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Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds)

A visit is also made to the nearby National Railway Museum, which celebrates the history of the subcontinent’s most revered form of transport, and showcases several historic locomotives. After an enjoyable included lunch at the colourful Chor Bazar restaurant, you’ll enjoy further exploration of the vibrant Old City. Discover the historic Red Fort, Jama Masjid Mosque and Raj Ghat, Gandhi’s cremation site close to the Yamuna River. We also take you on an exhilarating rickshaw ride through the narrow lanes of old Chandni Chowk. To complete a fascinating day, you’ll enjoy a pre-dinner walking tour in the company of a local guide, taking in the colour and bustle of the famous bazaar and food market, and learning the secrets of Old Delhi’s famous cuisine, before you retire to the hotel. Day Four This morning, explore the grandeur of New Delhi, built by the British Raj to reflect the glories of the Empire. Highlights will include the historic India Gate war memorial and the vast boulevard of the Rajpath. After the tour, you’ll leave Delhi, journeying in your comfortable vehicle to the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur for a four night stay in the family run, ‘home-stay’ that will serve as your Jaipur base. Upon arrival, meet the family who will be your Jaipur hosts and enjoy your first dinner at the hotel. Day Five This morning there’s a chance to enjoy a traditional Yoga session, organised by your hosts. After breakfast, journey throughout the day by Jeep, first to Amber and its 16thcentury hill-top fort, to be amazed at the décor in the various Royal Halls, and by the stupendous views from the fort’s ramparts. After an included lunch at a typical restaurant frequented by local families, you’ll continue to tour Jaipur, including the City Palace complex with its museums and Jantar Mantar – the ancient astronomical observatory. You’ll see the 18th-century Hawa Mahal or ‘Palace of the Winds’, with its innumerable windows and screened

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balconies, behind which royal women might view the city and important processions while remaining hidden from the world in purdah. An opportunity to learn about the colourful world of ‘Bollywood’ dancing is followed by a fascinating evening, during which as well as enjoying dinner in the hotel once again, you will be introduced by your hosts to the art of Masala tea, and to the secrets of the family’s cookery book, through which recipes are handed down the generations. Day Six Today brings the opportunity to join an optional excursion to Agra, site of the exquisite, incomparable Taj Mahal. Journey, by this morning’s early Shatabdi Express, to the fabled ‘City of Love’, to be met upon arrival by a local guide for the visit to the immortal ‘Taj’. After an included lunch visit the royal pavilions, palaces and courtyards of majestic Agra Fort and take a walk through some of the colonial parts of the city, with tea at a local family’s colonial home, before returning by coach or car to Jaipur. For those staying in the city, enjoy an intimate tour of the heritage districts of the city – location for some ‘Marigold Hotel’ scenes - and take the opportunity this evening to witness a sacred Aarti ceremony at a local temple, before enjoying dinner at the hotel. Day Seven On a fascinating day, join members of the family at the local market, travelling by ‘tuk-tuk’ or cycle rickshaw, and getting to know more of local culture, foodstuffs and especially spices. An afternoon optional excursion is offered to Elefantastic, a conservation sanctuary for some of the world’s most extraordinary animals, where you will enjoy the chance to get ‘up close and personal’ with some of the rescued creatures, whose intelligence and sensitivity never fail to amaze. The evening is spent with the family preparing a meal from the

Food – its selection, preparation, presentation, and above all, and most deliciously, its consumption - plays a huge part in the lives of Indian families. In every village, town and city, colourful markets are thronged with morning shoppers, choosing from a bewildering, eye-popping, mouth-watering range of foodstuffs – meat, vegetables, fruit and a myriad spices and flavourings – which are then fashioned to age-old recipes, all recorded in the family cook book, which is handed down from generation to generation. In both Jaipur and Cochin, which have very different food styles, you’ll join families as they shop at market, then later watch – and even help, if you wish – as the food is prepared before dinner is served. ✥✥Shop in colourful markets ✥✥Learn age-old recipes ✥✥Step into the family kitchen ✥✥Uncover the flavours of ‘lassi’ ✥✥Watch Kochi’s fishermen land their catch

Dance – it’s a Way of Life Wherever you travel in India, the tradition of dance, whether for ritualistic, religious or entertainment purposes, is all around you, with several classical styles rooted in the past, like the puppetry-tinged Rajasthani folk dances, the ‘story play’ of magical Kathakali, and the combination of various forms, including Kathak and Bhangra that are given a twist in the colour and pizzazz of Bollywood. Learn about the hand gestures, foot and neck movements, the costumes and accessories that characterise Bollywood dance, join your guide at a showing of a Bollywood movie and enjoy unforgettable dance displays, on Udaipur’s Lake Pichola and in Cochin. ✥✥Learn the art of Bollywood ✥✥Rajhastani folk-dancing involves magic and puppetry ✥✥See Kathakali’s breathtaking story plays

Marigold Hotels Imagined and Real The recent explosion of interest in Indian life and culture owes something to the success of the much-loved ‘Best Exotic Marigold Hotel’ movies and ‘The Real Marigold Hotel’ TV series. Explore the locations for both, and hear ‘behind the scenes’ tales from someone who was at the filming! ✥✥Tour Udaipur’s movie locations ✥✥Enjoy lunch at Ravla Khempur – the movies’ hotel setting ✥✥Dine at Le Colonial – home stay location from the TV series The Real Marigold Hotel and spend time with Mr Josemon who appeared in the series

Bicycles, Tuk-tuks & Rickshaws Throughout the tour, you’ll have opportunities to experience travel by the most traditional forms of Indian transport, enjoying tours by Tuk-tuk and cycle-rickshaw and even the chance, in Udaipur, to enjoy an early morning city tour by bicycle – an up close and personal view of the city as it awakens.

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Day Eight Today you’ll journey across Rajasthan, former ‘Land of the Kings’ studded with exotic temples and lavishly decorated mansions - havelis – arriving this afternoon for a three-night stay in the ‘City of Lakes’, Udaipur. Here, against a background of rolling hills, the waters of Lake Pichola – provided the monsoon has brought them – are home to two exquisite marble palaces. Dinner is served in the hotel, and there is the opportunity to enjoy a tuk-tuk ride taking in the evening illuminations, followed by a ‘night at the movies’, joining your guide at a ‘Bollywood’ picture house. Day Nine Early this morning, if you wish, join the guide for a cycle ride through Udaipur, pedalling through the awakening streets to see the ‘real city’ of market traders and local craftsmen at work. Following breakfast back at the hotel, enjoy a guided tour of the main sights - the majestic, turreted

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City Palace and the beautiful ‘gardens of the Royal ladies’ at Saheliyon-kiBari. An afternoon tour, once again by tuk-tuk, takes in colourful local markets and temples, before taking an evening cruise on the lake with dinner overlooking the majestic City Palace. Day 10 Today we head out of the city to enjoy the familiar surroundings of the Ravla Khempur hotel, setting for the Best Exotic Marigold Hotel movies and actually a castle hotel and home to a famous horse breeder! Enjoy lunch in the celebrated location, then join a local resident for a walking tour of the surrounding village, where some scenes from the movie were shot, before returning to romantic Udaipur for a last night, which, after dinner (payable locally), can include an evening of traditional dance, music and puppetry in the splendid grounds of the Bagore-ki-Haveli on Lake Pichola. Day 11 Bidding farewell to your Udaipur hosts, journey to the airport for the early morning flight, via Mumbai, to Kochi,

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Colonel’s Retreat, Delhi

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A Family-Run Hotel

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Set in a quiet street this hotel has twelve rooms. There are comfortable lounges and the restaurant is on the rooftop, serving home-made food as well as their signature banana bread! Family members are present during mealtimes and there is a lift to all floors except the rooftop (which is one additional short flight of stairs).

Suryaa Villa, Jaipur the ancient trading seaport of Cochin. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel, in the heart of the historic Fort Cochin area. This evening, enjoy the experience of a traditional Kathakali dance performance, a colourful spectacle combining elaborate costumes with literature, music, painting and dance, before completing a memorable day with dinner at the historic Le Colonial, setting for The Real Marigold Hotel TV series (smart dress required). Day 12 Today, once again travelling by tuk-tuk, you’ll enjoy an included guided tour of historic Cochin, including ‘Dutch’ Mattancherry Palace with its exquisite murals, the ancient Jewish synagogue and enchanting Fort Cochin, where the famous Chinese fishing nets are one of India’s most photographed sights. Historic St Francis Church overlooks a village green, straight from a genteel English scene. The afternoon is spent exploring Fort Cochin’s colourful fish market, joining a local family to purchase the fish and vegetables that will be prepared, cooked and served this evening. Day 13 Spend today getting to know the customs and culture of Keralan life, as early this morning you meet local fishermen as they land their catch, encounter coir (coconut fibre) yarn processors and mat weavers, and enjoy breakfast at a beautiful backwater farmhouse with your local family. Crisscross the beautiful countryside by tuktuk and canoe, and this afternoon, join your guide, getting around by local ‘blue bus’ and ferries as the locals do.

Day 14 Travel the short distance to Alleppey to visit a local temple, and to spend more time with a local family, preparing and enjoying a traditional lunch, before boarding a traditional, thatch-roofed ‘Kettuvallam’ houseboat, lazily cruising the labyrinth of canals and waterways, lined with coconut groves, rice fields and dotted with temples, and where tiny islands offer a subsistence to fishermen, buffalo farmers, coconut growers and coir processors. After a wonderful cruise, disembark to make the short journey to your final relaxing base, the beach resort at Marari, where you’ll enjoy a two-night stay. Day 15 A wonderful holiday is completed by a relaxing day spent exploring the local village and school, or perhaps just lazing by pool or beach, or enjoying the rejuvenating benefits of an Ayurvedic massage (please book in advance) before a farewell dinner with your new found friends and travelling companions brings the opportunity to relive the many wonderful memories and unique experiences of the holiday. Day 16 Make an early start – a packed breakfast will be provided – and journey to Cochin Airport for the return flight, via Mumbai, to the UK, arriving this evening.

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By their very nature, the properties we use for this programme are smaller, often family-run hotels where we aim to really immerse you into the real India! In all cases we have seen the hotels and have carefully selected them for their warmth and charm. All are spotlessly clean! Most do not have a lift although most have ground floor rooms and this is detailed under the description of each hotel below. When dinner is served, this is often buffet style. All bedrooms are air-conditioned with tea/coffee-making facilities and most will also have a safe and TV.

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Home Stay Just one mile from the bazaars of old Jaipur, this heritage home stay is built around a courtyard where there is a pool and a restaurant which has outdoor dining and terraces. All rooms are on the second floor. Please note: This hotel does not have a lift and there are 35 steps to reach the bedrooms.

Garden Hotel, Udaipur

nights 8-10

Heritage Hotel This serene, bougainvillea–covered hotel has comfortable rooms and is centrally located in an area of treelined landscaped gardens. The hotel houses a collection of vintage cars, which all belonged to the Maharanas of Mewar. There are two restaurants and guest rooms are on the ground and first floors. There is no lift.

Fort House Hotel, Kochi

nights 11-13

Heritage Hotel Sea breezes and wafting palm trees as well as an airy ocean front restaurant are the highlights of this charming family-run hotel. Rooms, on the ground and first floors, are built around a lush tropical garden which opens out into a long ‘thinna’ or veranda with views of the backwaters. There is no lift.

El Oceano Beach Villas, Mararikulam

nights 14-15

Boutique Resort Relax in this Keralan style boutique hotel which has a swimming pool and in-house Ayurvedic rejuvenating mind-body treatment centre which uses herbs from the hotel’s own garden. The hotel is close to the beach, which is just 15 minutes’ walk away (or use one of the hotel’s bikes!).

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A Grand Tour of India

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From the ‘Golden Triangle’ cities of Delhi, Jaipur and Agra, to Kerala’s labyrinthine backwaters, this is the perfect introduction to an extraordinary country. AVAILABLE: Oct to Nov 2018, Jan to May, Sep to November 2019

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS AND INCLUSIONS: • Discover Delhi’s historic Red Fort & Jama Masjid Mosque, the India Gate war memorial and the ruins of the Quwwat‑ul-Islam • Enjoy a rickshaw ride through Old Delhi • A visit to Jaipur’s ‘Palace of the Winds’ and the Amber Fort • A journey to Ranthambhore National Park to search for tigers • A visit to Agrasen Ki Baoli stepwell and a cookery demonstration • A visit to the wondrous Taj Mahal • Explore Kochi with its famous Chinese fishing nets • A visit to Periyar’s Wildlife Sanctuary, with a lake cruise • A night-time cycle-rickshaw ride in the temple-town Madurai • Visit the Munnar tea plantations and Tata Tea Museum • 15 nights’ carefully chosen dinner, bed and breakfast hotel accommodation, one night’s accommodation on a traditional houseboat plus one night on the aircraft • Nine lunches, enjoying cuisine typical to the region

Full of fascination, this wonderful tour begins in mesmerising Delhi, and takes in ‘Pink City’ Jaipur before crossing Rajasthan’s dusty plains to the rolling hill country of the legendary ‘Tigers of Ranthambhore’. Agra’s fabled Taj Mahal is brought thrillingly to life before you fly south to old Cochin, gateway to Kerala’s languid waterways. A journey into lush, forested uplands, a visit to eye-popping Madurai’s exotic temples, and a night in a traditional hill station complete the memorable journey. Day One The holiday begins with an overnight flight from the UK to Delhi. Day Two Upon arrival, meet your tour manager and transfer to an overnight hotel for lunch, before enjoying a guided introduction to the vibrant Old City, including the historic Red Fort, Jama Masjid Mosque and Raj Ghat, Gandhi’s cremation site. The day ends with a rickshaw

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ride through old Chandni Chowk. Day Three Explore New Delhi, where highlights include historic India Gate memorial, the vast Rajpath and the ruins of the Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque and ornate Qutb Minar tower. Leave Delhi this afternoon, journeying to the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur for two nights. Day Four Visit Amber and its 16thGeejgarh Jaipiur

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OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS: • Ranthambhore Fort – Day Five - from £16 • Periyar Guided Trek – Day 13 – £11 Single Supplement from £750 Transfer times: The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately one hour. Connecting flights are available from £200 to Heathrow from the following airports: Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow & Newcastle. Visa Information: Visas are required by British Citizens travelling to India Please note: New local laws prohibit some hotels in Kerala from selling alcohol. This currently applies to Kochi, Kumarokom, Periyar and Munnar.

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century hill-top fort, enjoying the stupendous views, then tour the City Palace complex with its museums and ancient astronomical observatory. Visit the 18th-century ‘Palace of the Winds’, with its countless screened balconies, behind which royal women might view the city while hidden in purdah. Dinner tonight is taken with a local Rajasthani family in the city. Day Five Spend two nights in beautiful Ranthambhore National Park, former Royal hunting ground and now home to the endangered ‘Tigers of Ranthambhore’ and countless other species. This afternoon, rest and relax at the hotel, or join the optional excursion to Ranthambhore Fort. Please note that there is a gradual climb to the Fort, which includes 273 steps.

Day 11 Head to Alleppey, to board a traditional, thatch-roofed ‘Kettuvallam’ houseboat to cruise the labyrinth of canals and waterways, lined with coconut groves, rice fields and dotted with temples, enjoying a night on board. Day 12 Journey into a lush, rolling landscape dotted with tea and spice-plantations, to Periyar, famed for its wildlife sanctuary, for two nights, enjoying a guided tour of the Spice Plantation upon arrival. Day 13 Rest and relax, or join the morning optional guided excursion into the Wildlife Sanctuary, home to endangered mammals and over 250 bird species. This afternoon, complete your visit to Periyar with a boat ride on the serene Periyar Lake, before spending the evening at leisure.

Day Six An undoubted highlight of the tour will be today’s two canter (open-air vehicle) safaris in the Park, taken in the company of a knowledgeable guide. With luck you may see tigers and other animals.

Day 14 Today you’ll journey east into the adjacent southern province of Tamil Nadu, spending two nights in Madurai, one of Asia’s oldest cities, dominated by the vast, eye-popping Meenakshi temple.

Day Seven Head to Dholpur for a night, enjoying a cookery demonstration before dinner.

Day 15 A guided sightseeing tour introduces Madurai’s Old City, where the ornately carved towering temple, with its continual round of ceremonies and devotions, is the breathtaking highlight. We’ll also visit the beautiful 17th-century palace of Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal. This evening, journey by cycle-rickshaw to explore the streets and local markets of old Madurai.

Day Eight An early morning cruise* on the Chambal river offers the opportunity to spot crocodiles, turtles and birds diving for fish. Then, journey to Agra, the fabled ‘City of Love’, with its exquisite, incomparable Taj Mahal. After a visit to majestic Agra Fort, with its palaces and pavilions, enjoy your first view of the ‘Taj’, seen in all its glory at sunset. Day Nine Journey back to Delhi and the flight to Kochi, and the next wonderful chapter in your Indian adventure. Day 10 Enjoy an included tour of ‘Old Cochin’, including the ‘Dutch’ Palace, the Jewish synagogue and enchanting Fort Cochin, where the Chinese fishing nets are one of India’s most photographed sights. Historic St Francis Church overlooks a ‘village green’, while a short ferry ride away Ernakulam is the ultra-modern face of Kerala. This evening, experience a traditional Kathakali dance performance.

Day 16 Drive up through increasingly dense forest to the hill-station at Munnar, a reminder of the days of the Raj, spending a night in this former favourite watering hole of European settlers. Enjoy a visit to a working tea-plantation and a fascinating museum, for an insight into the world of Indian teas. Day 17 After a morning at leisure, you’ll journey back to Kochi for a final night's stay. Day 18 Today, board the short flight to Mumbai, and then the onward connection to London.

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Temple of Meenakshi, Madurai

YOUR TOURING HOTELS: Delhi, Jaipur, Ranthambhore & Agra hotels

nights 2-6 & 8

For further information on the touring hotels used for the above destinations on this tour, please refer to the hotel descriptions on India – Tigers,Taj Mahal and Amritsar’s Golden Temple tour on page 15.

Raj Niwas Palace, Dholpur

night 7

Trident Hotel, Kochi

nights 9-10

Set around a central courtyard with spacious grounds and a pool, the hotel offers a restaurant, bar and Ayurvedic Therapy Centre. Rooms here are light and airy.

Keralan Houseboat, Alleppey

night 11

This traditional thatched houseboat offers an authentic way of experiencing relaxing and mesmerising Kerala. Houseboats are simple, but comfortable, and offer two or three cabins with private facilities with three crew members including a chef.

Greenwoods, Periyar

nights 12-13

Close to the wildlife park, this hotel offers a restaurant, bar, pool and spa, as well as a tree-house coffee-shop. Well-appointed rooms are in small blocks in the grounds.

Taj Gateway Hotel Pasumalai, Madurai

nights 14-15

Set on a hilltop in large scenic gardens and built in lovely traditional style with a cosy pub style bar, restaurant, spa and a pool with stunning views from the terraces around it. Comfortable, colonial style rooms have all modern facilities.

Tea Country Resort, Munnar

night 16

Located on a hillside amidst the greenery of Munnar, this new hotel offers tremendous views of the mountain landscape.

Courtyard Marriott, Kochi

night 17

A comfortable, modern base with a restaurant, gym and indoor/ outdoor pool.

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Kerala & India’s South

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Explore an idyllic land of ancient ports, labyrinthine backwaters, forested uplands dotted with colourful temples and tea-plantations. AVAILABLE: Sep to Nov 2018, Jan to May, Sep to Nov 2019

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS AND INCLUSIONS: • Fly into modern Bangalore, India’s ‘Garden City’ • Cross the Mysore Plateau and visit ancient battle-site Srirangapatna • See Mysore’s beautifully illuminated Maharaja’s Palace • Journey through the idyllic foothills of the Western Ghats • Ride from hill-station ‘Ooty’ through stunning scenery on the ‘Toy Train’ and visit a tea plantation with lunch en route • Journey to Keralan Kochi by Express Train • See Kochi’s famous Chinese fishing nets • Idyllic Periyar boasts a famous Wildlife Sanctuary • Colourful, unforgettable temple-town Madurai • Enjoy a cycle-rickshaw ride to Madurai’s colourful markets • Discover French colonial gem Pondicherry • Rest and relax in elegant seaside resort Mahabalipuram • Enjoy a panoramic tour of Chennai, the former Madras • 14 nights’ carefully chosen dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation, one night’s full-board hotel accommodation on a traditional Keralan houseboat, plus two nights on the aircraft

This wonderful escorted tour combines the best of languid, verdant Kerala – known affectionately as ‘God’s Own Country’ - with temple-dotted Tamil Nadu, adding into the compelling mix the historic hill stations of the rolling Western Ghats and the dusty Mysore Plateau, the setting for Raj-epoch novel A Passage to India. Bookended by stays in bustling Bangalore and an elegant Bay of Bengal seaside town, this is the perfect introduction to India’s truly Beautiful South. Day One Fly overnight to Bangalore. Day Two Upon arrival, meet your tour manager and transfer to your welcoming hotel in the thriving city of Bangalore, with its modern developments surrounding its colonial remnants and the parks and green spaces of the former ‘Garden City’. Enjoy the chance to rest and relax, and a first dinner at the hotel.

Day Three After an early breakfast, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Bangalore. Highlights will include vast Vidhana Soudha state ‘capitol’ – India’s largest civic building - the 16th-century Bull Temple, with its massive, granite Nandi bull, and the Summer Palace of British military adversary Tipu Sultan. You’ll then journey across the plain to historic, charming Mysore, pausing en route to take in the island of Srirangapatna,

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the one-time fortified stronghold of ‘Tiger of Mysore’ Tipu Sultan, who was finally defeated by the future Duke of Wellington here, in 1799, paving the way for British rule. An important Hindu temple draws pilgrims from across the sub-continent. Enjoy a first evening in Mysore. Day Four This morning’s tour first makes the short journey to the Chamundi Hills, topped by its ornate temple, before returning to take in Mysore’s spectacular, domed, Maharaja’s Palace, with its fusion of architectural styles and striking interior, crowned by a magnificent royal wedding hall, and the Jaganmohan Palace, with its collection of Indian paintings and carvings. Visit the Railway Museum then, this afternoon, re-board the coach for the short journey to Somnathpur, where the Keshava Vishnu temple is one of the finest examples of the intricate style of the region’s 13th-century Hoysala rulers. Return to Mysore to enjoy the extraordinary sight of the illuminated Maharaja’s Palace – a tour highlight. Day Five Board the coach for the memorably scenic journey into the foothills of the Western Ghat mountains. En route, travel

past the forests of the Bandipur National Park and by afternoon you will arrive in famed ‘Queen of Hill Stations’ ‘Ooty’ (a shortened version of its less pronounceable name Udhagamandalam), with its Kewinspired Botanical Gardens, its Gothic St Stephen’s Church and crumbling colonial splendour. Enjoy the evening in these idyllic surroundings. Day Six Another memorable day awaits you, as early this morning you board the historic, narrow gauge Nilgiri Blue Mountain Railway. Journey by diesel-drawn ‘Toy Train’ down through the spectacular hills, first to plantation town Coonoor, where you’ll break for lunch, tour a tea-factory, enjoy a tasting and meet with friendly locals involved with the mountain railway, before an onward, steamhauled journey brings you to the bottom station at Metupallyam, from where a coach will bring you to your overnight hotel in nearby Coimbatore.

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Cochin. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel, where dinner will be served this evening. Day Eight Today, you’ll enjoy an included guided tour of historic Cochin, including ‘Dutch’ Mattancherry Palace with its exquisite murals, the ancient Jewish synagogue and enchanting Fort Cochin, where the famous Chinese fishing nets are one of India’s most photographed sights. Historic St Francis Church overlooks a village green, straight from a genteel English scene. This evening, experience a traditional Kathakali dance performance, a colourful spectacle combining elaborate costumes with literature, music, painting and dance. Day Nine Travel the short distance to Alleppey to board a traditional, thatch-roofed ‘Kettuvallam’

houseboat to lazily cruise the labyrinth of canals and waterways, lined with coconut groves, rice fields and dotted with temples, and where tiny islands offer a subsistence to fishermen, buffalo farmers, coconut growers and coir - the fibre taken from coconut husks and used in rope and matting - processors. This evening, experience a cooking demonstration by the houseboat chef, and enjoy a guided walk through a traditional Keralan village. Day 10 Bidding farewell to your floating home, you’ll begin your journey up into a lush, rolling landscape dotted with tea- and spice-plantations, to Periyar and its famed Wildlife Sanctuary, for a two-night stay. After check-in at the hotel, join the guide to explore the Spice Plantation, to learn about the

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Day Seven After a leisurely morning, perhaps enjoying the facilities of the hotel, transfer to Coimbatore Station to board the early afternoon Ernakulam Express, which will speed you in air-conditioned comfort into Kerala, and a two-night stay in Kochi, the ancient trading seaport of

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mystery and history of Indian tea and spices, which are grown in abundance on the slopes of the sanctuary. Enjoy dinner at the hotel at the end of a fascinating day. Day 11 This morning, rest and relax, or join the optional guided excursion into the Wildlife Sanctuary, home to several species of endangered mammals and to over 250 bird species. This afternoon, complete your visit to enchanting Periyar with a boat ride on serene Periyar Lake. Sightings of elephants and colourful birds are guaranteed; glimpses of the elusive tigers and leopards the preserve of the very fortunate few. Spend the evening at leisure. Day 12 Journey east into Tamil Nadu, heading down onto the southern plains to spend the next two nights in Madurai, one of Asia’s oldest cities, set on the banks of the River Vaigai and famed for its extraordinary temples. Soak up the atmosphere of this unforgettable metropolis, dominated by the vast, colourful Meenakshi temple. Day 13 A guided sightseeing tour

Emerald Lake and village, Nilgiris, Ooty

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introduces the Old City, where the ornately carved façade, colonnades, shrines and quartet of towering gopurams of the temple are the breathtaking highlight. Marvel at the continual ceremonies and devotions, take in the bustle of the temple markets and stroll the labyrinth of corridors and walkways. This evening, journey by cycle-rickshaw from the hotel to discover the city’s narrow, bustling streets and colourful market. Day 14 A scenic journey through a landscape of rice-paddies and irrigated fields leads to Pondicherry, a decidedly Gallic-influenced town that boasts an authentic Hôtel de Ville, where French is still widely spoken and the ‘gendarmes’ patrolling the beachfront promenade still wear kepi berets. Enjoy an overnight stay in a place that formed a backdrop to Yann Martel’s seminal novel Life of Pi. Day 15 This morning, pay a visit to the Pondicherry Museum, with its outstanding collection, and take in the Sri Aurobindo Ashram, which draws its members from across the globe. Re-boarding the coach, journey north to

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YOUR TOURING HOTELS: Radisson Blu Atria, Bangalore

night 2

Located in the heart of the city and close to the greenery of Cubbon Park as well as a shopping mall, this hotel has a nice restaurant and coffee shop and the bar, The Tea & Wine Lounge. There is a pool and all of the comfortable rooms are well equipped with TV, tea and coffee maker and a safe.

Radisson Blu Hotel, Mysore

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Taj Savoy, Ooty

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Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Chamundi Hills, the spacious hotel is in the heart of the city and has a restaurant, gym and outdoor swimming pool. The rooms are contemporary and all have TV, safe, mini-bar and tea/coffee-making facilities.

night 5

Built between 1824 and 1865, this hotel exudes a colonial charm that is reminiscent of the Raj in its cottage-like setting. Set around manicured lawns the perfect spot for a drink at the end of the day - the hotel has a lovely restaurant, bar and spa. Rooms are in various buildings throughout the grounds and enjoy modern facilities. Tea Plantations, Kerala

elegant coastal resort Mahabalipuram for a last two-night stay. Enjoy a relaxed evening in the hotel, and perhaps take a stroll on the nearby beach. Day 16 A morning sightseeing tour of this once thriving trading port and stone-carving centre includes a visit to the extraordinary, 8th-century Shore Temple, one of India’s most photographed, with its much eroded, Pallava dynasty-era towers, to the monoliths of the Pancha Pandava rathas, or sacred sculptures, and to the vast cave-cut Krishna Mandapam temple. This afternoon, rest and relax on the beach for a last few hours, before enjoying a Farewell Dinner at the hotel.

Day 17 Bid farewell to your hosts and transfer to Chennai, where you’ll enjoy a guided tour of the former Madras, India’s fourth-largest city, where ‘Clive of India’ once worked for the East India Company as a humble clerk at historic Fort St George. Highlights include the Fort Museum, home to relics from the Raj, Marina Beach, the world’s longest urban stretch of sand, San Thome Cathedral, the famous Chepauk Cricket Stadium and St Mary’s Church - the ‘Westminster Abbey’ of Asia. After the tour, transfer to the airport for the return overnight flight. Day 18 Arrive back in the UK, at the end of a colourful, enthralling journey.

Vivanta by Taj Surya, Coimbatore

night 6

A modern city hotel with a selection of restaurants and a bar. There is a large pool and a gym. Rooms are tastefully furnished, are light with big windows and have all modern amenities.

Trident Hotel, Kochi

nights 7-8

Set around a central courtyard with spacious grounds and a pool, the hotel offers a restaurant, bar and Ayurvedic Therapy Centre. Rooms here are light and airy.

Keralan Houseboat, Alleppey

night 9

Greenwoods, Periyar

nights 10-11

Close to the wildlife park, this hotel offers a restaurant, bar, pool and spa, as well as a tree-house coffee-shop. Well-appointed rooms are in small blocks in the grounds.

Taj Gateway Hotel Pasumalai, Madurai

nights 12-13

Accord, Pondicherry

night 14

A relatively new hotel with a bar and a restaurant, tastefully furnished rooms, a gym and a pool. Rooms have TV, mini-bar and safe.

Grand Bay Resort & Spa, Mahabalipuram

nights 15-16

Set right by the beach and a great place to relax on the lawn or by the pool at the end of the tour. Various treatments, at extra cost, are offered in the spa and there is a restaurant, L’attitude 49, plus the Quentina Bar. Rooms have TV, mini-bar, tea/coffee-making facilities and a safe.

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Taj Savoy, Ooty

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India & Nepal – Tigers, Taj & Temples

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Discover the glorious ‘Golden Triangle’ cities, Ranthambhore’s protected tigers, and the ancient, beautiful land in the shadow of the mighty Himalayas. AVAILABLE: Jan, Mar, May, Sep to Nov 2019

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS AND INCLUSIONS: • Discover and explore Old and New Delhi • Journey to ‘City of Love’ Agra, with its fabled Taj Mahal • Search for Ranthambhore’s tigers on two included safaris • Spend two nights in ‘Pink City’ Jaipur and visit the Amber Fort • Stay in luxury tented resort Vanaashrya • Fly to Nepalese capital Kathmandu • Enjoy a dinner in climbers’ restaurant Rum Doodle • Journey to Pokhara, Himalayan idyll • See the sun rise over the Annapurna range • Spend two nights in Chitwan National Park • Enjoy a canoe trip and an elephant safari • 15 nights’ carefully chosen dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation, plus one night on the aircraft • Nine lunches

This fascinating escorted tour begins in Delhi, India’s pulsating capital, before visits to Agra – home to the peerless Taj Mahal – to tiger refuge Ranthambhore National Park and Jaipur, with its majestic Amber Fort, are followed by a stay in a jungle resort. You’ll then fly to Nepal, the beautiful Himalayan former kingdom, where ancient, fabled Kathmandu, magical Pokhara, at the foot of the Annapurna mountain range, and UNESCO-listed Chitwan National Park are unforgettable highlights. Day One Fly overnight from the UK to Delhi. Day Two Upon arrival, meet your tour manager and transfer to your hotel. After lunch, enjoy a guided tour of the city’s most important sights as well as an exhilarating rickshaw ride through old Chandni Chowk. Day Three After breakfast and another short sightseeing tour, board the coach for the journey south to Agra, home

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to UNESCO-listed Agra Fort and the marbled wonder of the Taj Mahal, seen in its glory at sunset. Day Four Journey, via the ancient village of Abhaneri, with its astonishing Chand Baori stepwell and stunning Harshat Mata temple to Umaid Lake Palace where lunch is included. Spend two nights in Ranthambhore National Park, former hunting ground of Indian princes and now the protected habitat

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for the famed, endangered ‘Tigers of Ranthambhore’ and other species. An evening ‘tiger talk’ sets the scene for tomorrow’s adventures. Day Five Enjoy two open-air ‘canter’ (open-air vehicle) safari tours of the park today. Day Six Join the optional excursion to Ranthambhore Fort, with its stupendous views of the park below. Journey north to ‘Pink City’ Jaipur, for a two-night stay in a heritage hotel. Day Seven Climb by Jeep to majestic Amber Fort, with its magnificent Royal Halls and stupendous views over the surrounding plain. This afternoon a sightseeing tour includes the City Palace, the amazing astronomical observatory, built by city founder Jai Singh and a drive by the exquisite façade of ‘Palace of the Winds’. Day Eight Bid farewell to Jaipur and journey across the desert plain into the Aravali Hills to the jungle resort of Vanaashyra, calling en route at the ruins of 17th-century Bhangarh fort. This afternoon, enjoy a camel-cart ride and cookery demonstration before spending the night in an air-conditioned tent. Day Nine Head back towards Delhi, calling en route at the fascinating Heritage Transport Museum, with its impressive collections covering the development of India’s road, rail and air travel industries, as well as transportrelated toys and memorabilia. Spend a last night close to the capital. Day 10 Early this morning, transfer to the airport for the short flight to the Nepalese capital Kathmandu, as colourful, bustling and intoxicating a city as any on earth – all the more exciting for its location amongst the green foothills of the majestic Himalayas. Enjoy dinner at the famous Rum Doodle restaurant – legendary climbers’ haunt – and meet an Everest summiteer or Sherpa guide. Day 11 Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of the Nepalese capital, highlights of which will include the UNESCO-listed Old City and Durbar Square, with its temples and pagodas. You’ll also visit sacred Boudhanath, the most famous

of the many Buddhist stupas, and enjoy a walking tour of Patan City across the Bagmati River, where yet more stunning temples draw pilgrims from around the world. Day 12 Make the scenic journey through the Himalayan foothills to Pokhara, on the shores of Lake Phewa. Spend two nights in this beautiful location, enjoying distant views of the stunning, snow-capped Annapurna range and triangular Fishtail Mountain. Day 13 Wake before dawn to drive to Sarangkot Hill and the climb to the viewing platform (approximately 45 minutes from the ‘half-way’ station and a stiff, if safe walk) from which the breathtaking panorama of the world’s highest mountain range unfolds in a glorious sunrise. Return to the hotel for breakfast, and enjoy visits to beautiful Davis Falls, the Tibetan Refugee Camp and the Gurkha Memorial Museum. A wonderful day ends with an afternoon cruise on Lake Phewa.

YOUR TOURING HOTELS: The Suryaa, Delhi

night 2

This hotel has a lovely outdoor swimming pool area, a gym, a bar, a coffee shop and two restaurants. Each guestroom has air conditioning, satellite TV and a mini-bar.

Trident, Agra

night 3

Ranthambhore Regency, Ranthambhore

nights 4-5

Shahpura House, Jaipur

nights 6-7

Vanaashrya, Rajgarh

night 8

Day 14 Journey to the glorious Chitwan National Park, to spend two nights in the Jungle Villa resort close to the park’s Kasara headquarters. Enjoy lunch on arrival, then an afternoon ox-cart ride to a local Tharu village, to meet the tribes-people and learn about their culture.

Day 15 Enjoy an early morning’s guided canoe trip along the Rapti River, home to Gharial and ‘Marsh Mugger’ crocodiles and rare bird species, before returning for a late breakfast and an Elephant Safari, as you join a mahout guide, hoping for a sight of one-horned rhinoceros, elephants, sloth bears, wild boar and – for the very fortunate – rare Bengal tigers. This evening, end your stay with a traditional tribal dance performance.

Crowne Plaza Soaltee, Kathmandu

Day 16 Return through magnificent scenery to Kathmandu for a last night in the capital, with a final dinner and cultural show at a traditional restaurant.

Taj Hotel City Centre, Gurugram

night 9

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This hotel has a number of restaurants, some with outdoor dining, and a bar. It is set in 12 acres of gardens, and has a spa (additional cost) and a gym, as well as indoor and outdoor swimming pools.

Pokhara Grand, Pokhara

nights 12-13

Centrally located within easy walking distance of local sights and the markets, the hotel has an outdoor pool with snack bar as well as two restaurants and a bar. Rooms have tea/coffee-making facilities, a safe, mini-bar and satellite TV.

Jungle Villa Resort, Chitwan

nights 14-15

This resort holds a cluster of well-furnished cottages, all overlooking the picturesque Rapti river and Chitwan National Park. It has a restaurant and a bar and if the weather is fine, meals are taken outdoors.

Day 17 Transfer to the airport for the return flight, via Delhi, arriving back in the UK this evening.

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See more of India ... extend your holiday! We offer five wonderful opportunities to make even more of your time away. On all these extensions, at the end of your tour you will be escorted to the airport for your onward flight and met on arrival and transferred to your accommodation. Our local staff will take care of you and professional guides will meet you for all sightseeing excursions. Below each extension is a list of the holidays it is available on.

Varanasi

Goa

Udaipur

Sacred Varanasi is a 3,000 year old city on the the sacred Ganges, to which Hindu pilgrims make their way to bathe in the holy waters. View the ghats from a river boat at dawn and journey to Sarnath, one of Buddhism’s holiest sights.

India’s west coast paradise, with white sand beaches backed by swaying palms, is a perfect ending to your holiday. It’s a charming blend of Portuguese and Indian cultures, laid back, green and generally untouched by mass tourism. Perhaps take a trip into colonial old Goa and enjoy local seafood after a visit to the Basilica of Bom Jesus.

The majestic City Palace forms the heart of this beautiful city, set at the southern end of the Aravali Hills and overlooking the waters of Lake Pichola, on which you’ll enjoy a cruise as part of your visit.

Three-night extension from £529

• Fly to Varanasi and transfer to the Taj Gateway, Varanasi for a two-night stay • One night at the Holiday Inn Aerocity, Delhi • Evening aarti ceremony at the ghats • Dawn cruise on the Ganges followed by a city tour • Visit to the museum and ruins of Sarnath • Dinner, bed and breakfast throughout • Services of our local staff at your destination

YOUR TOURING HOTELS:

Three-night extension from £559

• Fly to Goa and transfer to the The Zuri White Sands, South Goa – right on the beach – for a three-night stay • Dinner, bed and breakfast throughout • Services of our local staff at your destination

YOUR HOTEL:

Three-night extension from £379

• Fly to Udaipur and transfer to the Trident Hotel, Udaipur for a two-night stay • One night at the Holiday Inn Aerocity, Delhi • Guided city sightseeing tour, including the City Palace, followed by a cruise on Lake Pichola • Dinner, bed and breakfast throughout • Services of our local staff at your destination

YOUR TOURING HOTELS:

Taj Gateway, Varanasi

The Zuri White Sands, South Goa

Trident Hotel, Udaipur

A modern hotel with nice gardens, a spa and a pool. There are two restaurants, a cosy bar and all rooms have modern amenities.

Right on the beach with various restaurants, bars and a casino. Large pool area and a spa as well as luxury Goan style rooms, all with a balcony. There’s a restaurant and Ayurveda spa as well as a pool and restaurant.

On the banks of Lake Pichola, this lovely hotel reflects the cultural heritage of the city – relax by the pool and enjoy the bar and restaurant.

Holiday Inn Aerocity, Delhi An impressive property close to a new shopping mall, with an extensive buffet restaurant, pool and large terraces. Rooms are modern and functional.

Holiday Inn Aerocity, Delhi An impressive property close to a new shopping mall with an extensive buffet restaurant, pool and large terraces. Rooms are modern and functional.

The Zuri White Sands

Taj Gateway Varanasi

AVAILABLE ON THESE TOURS: • Tigers & the Taj Mahal • Tigers, the Taj & Shimla • Tigers, the Taj & Amritsar’s Golden Temple • A Journey through India – Grand Palace & Historic Fort Stays

AVAILABLE ON THESE TOURS: • Tigers & the Taj Mahal • Tigers, the Taj & Shimla • Tigers, the Taj & Amritsar’s Golden Temple • A Grand Tour of India • Kerala & India’s South • A Journey through India – Grand Palace & Historic Fort Stays • India’s Marigold Hotel Experience

Trident Hotel, Udaipur

AVAILABLE ON THESE TOURS: • Tigers & the Taj Mahal • Tigers, the Taj & Shimla

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Marari Beach, Kerala

Three-night extension from £369 Relax on palm fringed sands, explore the local countryside - the hotel has bikes – or perhaps visit the local school! The hotel has a lovely pool, giving you the opportunity to unwind under the blue Keralan skies.

• Fly to Kochi and transfer to El Oceano Beach Villa for a three-night stay • Dinner, bed and breakfast throughout • Services of our local staff at your destination

YOUR HOTEL: El Oceano Beach Villa Relax in this Keralan style boutique hotel which has a swimming pool and in-house Ayurvedic mind-body treatment centre, which uses herbs from the hotel’s own garden. Just a short walk from the beach.

El Oceano Beach Villa

AVAILABLE ON THESE TOURS: • Tigers & the Taj Mahal • Tigers, the Taj & Shimla • A Grand Tour of India • A Journey through India – Grand Palace & Historic Fort Stays

Houseboat, Kerala river

A Taste of Kerala

Five-night extension from £699

YOUR TOURING HOTELS:

An interesting overview of God’s Own Country! See Kochi’s famous Chinese fishing nets as well as enjoying a spice plantation visit and a houseboat cruise on the backwaters. You’ll also visit Periyar National Park for a chance to see the wildlife.

Trident Kochi Hotel, Kochi

• Fly to Kochi and transfer to Trident Kochi hotel for a two night stay • Kochi sightseeing - Dutch Palace, Jewish Synagogue & Chinese Fishing nets • Evening Kathakali dance performance • One-night stay in Greenwoods Hotel, Periyar with space garden tour on arrival • Morning wildlife cruise • Two-night stay in Lake Canopy Resort, Alleppey • Houseboat cruise with lunch • Dinner, bed and breakfast throughout • Services of our local staff at your destination

Close to the wildlife park, this hotel offers a restaurant, bar, pool and spa, as well as a tree-house coffee-shop. Well-appointed rooms are in small blocks in the grounds.

Set around a central courtyard with spacious grounds and a pool, the hotel has a restaurant, bar and Ayurvedic Therapy Centre. Rooms here are light and airy.

Greenwoods Hotel, Periyar

Lake Canopy Resort, Alleppey On the lush banks of Punnamada Lake, all rooms at this hotel are in cottages throughout the grounds.

AVAILABLE ON THESE TOURS: • Tigers & the Taj Mahal • Tigers, the Taj & Shimla • Tigers, the Taj & Amritsar’s Golden Temple • A Journey through India – Grand Palace & Historic Fort Stays

Lake Canopy Resort, Alleppey

Private Journeys of Discovery in India Turn any of our India tours into a private tour!

We offer exclusive private versions of several of our India tours, where your party can travel by comfortable car in the company of a professional guide. Follow the same itinerary as you would on our regular group tours, but plan each day as you wish – spending as little or as long at each point of interest as you choose. Between cities, your driver will take care of you. You can travel on any date of your choosing – subject to availability.

AVAILABLE ON THESE TOURS: • Tigers & the Taj Mahal • Tigers, the Taj & Shimla • India & Nepal – Tigers, the Taj and Temples • Tigers, the Taj & Amritsar’s Golden Temple • A Grand Tour of India • Kerala & India’s South • A Journey through India – Grand Palace & Historic Fort Stays • India’s Marigold Hotel Experience

Private tour supplements from only £400pp

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