Women’s Getaway to India

(Tour Code: WGTIFGT)

This tour is designed for women with different activities and experiences, ensuring the must-see-and-do features of the area are covered. We take you to cities full of colour and culture, delicious cuisine, immense beauty and glorious history. While staying in character accommodations providing the flavour of a princely state. The days are planned carefully with exciting sightseeing, activities, shopping time, Hi-Tea and Spa time. All this combined with the legendary Indian passion for service, ensures you will get the very best out of your visit to this fascinating and enchanting part of the world, returning home with some truly enchanting memories.

Day 1: Arrive Delhi

On arrival at the airport, meet your Tour Manager who will assist with the transfer to the hotel for two night stay in Delhi.

Day 2: Delhi Sightseeing B D

Enjoy breakfast and an introduction to the tour by the Tour Manager before, starting full day sightseeing of Delhi. Visit the Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India, enjoy a cycle rickshaw ride past the several busy bazaars and Asia’s largest spice market which has existed since the 17th-century. At Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, the city’s largest Sikh Temple, you’ll gain a fascinating insight into India’s cultural diversity. Finally, visit Qutub Minar a World Heritage site, this is the tallest brick minaret in the world, which was completed in the 14th century with beautiful terra cotta embellishments and balconies. Evening free to explore local bazaar or shopping centre.

Day 3: Delhi – Varanasi B D

Transfer to board the morning flight to Varanasi. Later we explore the silk weaving village observing the art of silk weaving and shop for beautiful souvenirs. Evening witness the breath-taking Ganga Aarti ceremony. Stay two nights in Varanasi.

Day 4: Varanasi B D

An early morning start for a heritage walk and sunrise boat ride on the Ganges to witness the perpetual movement of the pilgrims on the steps. After breakfast enjoy a city tour and then in the afternoon take an excursion to Sarnath where Lord Buddha preached his first sermon at the deer park after his enlightenment.

Day 5: Varanasi – Agra B D

After breakfast, we board a flight to Delhi and travel to Agra, home to India’s most famous landmark, the Taj Mahal. Built by Emperor Shah Jahan as a lasting tribute to his beloved wife, Queen Mumtaz Mahal. Completed in 1652, skilled artisans from Persia, Turkey, France and Italy worked for 17 years with some 20,000 labourers to construct this magnificent edifice. Evening free to relax or enjoy various optional activities. Stay two nights in Agra.

What’s included: 15 Nights deluxe accommodation Travel, sightseeing and transfers by chartered air-conditioned vehicle Group assistance Sightseeing as specified Meals as specified High Tea at Jaipur Accompanied Tour Manager (minimum 07 people) Local English-speaking guide Monument entrance fees Airfare Delhi-Varanasi-Delhi and Jodhpur-Mumbai in economy class Rickshaw ride at Old Delhi Boat ride on River Ganges Jeep ride at Amber Fort Heena hand painting Cooking Class Short adventure ride on the local train Village Tour Bottled water while travelling and all current collectable taxes.

Day 6: Agra B D

An early start to visit the Taj Mahal, the world’s greatest monument of love and devotion with its superb craftsmanship of semi-precious stones inlaid in the marble. After breakfast visit the impressive 16th century Agra Fort a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Itmad-Ud-Daulah a mausoleum. Conclude the day with a visit to a marble inlay workshop to see artisans creating a masterpiece in marble and precious gemstones.

Day 7: Agra – Jaipur B T D

Travel to Jaipur the pink city of India. After a brief rest get ready for a Hi-Tea at the Rambagh Palace, Savour the best teas of the world with an exquisite array of exotic canapés and pastries while watching the resident peacocks strut in the gardens. The rest of the evening is free to explore and indulge in shopping at the colourful bazaars of Jaipur. Stay three nights in Jaipur.

Day 8: Jaipur B D

Start a full-day sightseeing tour with an excursion to the majestic Amber Fort, constructed from yellow and pink sandstone and gleaming white marble. Back in the city, photo Stop at Hawa Mahal or Palace of Winds and visit City Palace Museum. Afternoon Heena painting, learn to tie saree and get ready for a group photograph.

Day 9: Jaipur B D

Morning free to book a spa / Ayurveda message (on a direct payment basis). Or go shopping in Jaipur’s exotic markets. Evening visit a local family in their home and see them prepare a range of traditional Rajasthani dishes. You can choose to be hands-on or simply observe, soak it all up and later enjoy a home-cooked meal.

Day 10: Jaipur - Deogarh Palace B D

Today travel to the southwest across Rajasthan, the land dotted with historic palaces and Havelis, to arrive this afternoon at the Deogarh Mahal heritage hotel, former home to Mewar rulers. Upon arrival, join a local guide for a fascinating jeep safari through the surrounding countryside and walk through the local village. Dinner will be served at the hotel. Enjoy two nights stay at Deogarh Mahal.

Day 11: Deogarh Palace B D

Morning enjoy an experience into the Aravalli Hills by local Meter gauge train on 1930’s British Track. You’ll travel with the locals, enjoying cups of tea at station stops, experience some rugged desert scenery before re-joining your car and driver for the return trip to Deogarh. Afternoon join a walking tour and explore the village.

Day 12: Deogarh – Jodhpur B D

Today you will experience the feeling of travelling back in time with a journey to Jodhpur, while you catch a glimpse of the splendour and magnificence of this ancient desert city built on the edge of the Thar Desert. Afternoon free to explore the city’s colourful bazaars and stay two nights in Jodhpur.

Day 13: Jodhpur B D Enjoy a city tour and visit Jaswant

Thada and Mehrangarh Fort, one of the best-preserved forts in India. Rest of the day free to relax or head to Sadar Bazaar famous for glass bangles, rugged camel leather mojari slippers and incredible fabrics.

Day 14: Jodhpur – Mumbai B D

After a leisurely breakfast board your flight to Mumbai, famous for Bollywood, local and international fashion brands and also home to a wide assortment of local markets and boutiques. Stay two nights in Mumbai.

Day 15: Mumbai B D

We enjoy a half-day sightseeing tour of Mumbai, visiting the Prince of Wales Museum, Gateway of India and Dhobi Ghat. The remainder of the day is free to relax or go shopping.

Day 16: Mumbai Departure B After breakfast tour finishes with a direct transfer to Mumbai airport.

Departure & Pricing

Tour notes:

Suggested gratuity AU$ 150pp: Driver, Tour Guide and Tour Manager

Domestic economy airfare included: AU$ 266 pp