14-Nights Northern India: Riverside Safaris, Ancient Fortresses & the Taj Mahal - The Geluxe Collection

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Northern India: Riverside Safaris, Ancient Fortresses & The Taj Mahal
Explore, hike, and cycle through India on this 15-day odyssey where every moment will feel like a dance between tradition and enchantment. You’ll wander the bustling streets of Delhi, where saris twirl in a vibrant dance of colours and the air is a tantalizing blend of exotic spices. Next, Agra and Pushkar await, with their bold forts and ancient temples spinning tales that echo through the ages. Ranthambore National Park invites you to discover animals roaming freely, peacocks putting on dazzling dance moves and maybe even a tiger or two. Pack your sense of wonder and let India unfold in all its glory.

Highlights
Guided tour of the Taj Mahal, Boat Safari on the Chambal River, Jeep Safari in Ranthambore National Park, Boat ride on Lake Pichola , Amber Fort Heritage Walk, Guided experience at Jantar Mantar Observatory, Visit Jodhpur's Mehrangarh Fortress, Visit Ranakpur Jain Temples in Udaipur

Accommodation
Hotels (14 nts)

Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Group Size Notes
Max 15

Meals Included
14 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 10 dinners

What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Women With Wheels Transfer, Indira Gandhi International Airport Your G for Good Moment: Anoothi Block Printing Experience, Jaipur Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your OMG Day: Yoga Class or Savitri Temple Hill Walk, Pushkar. Welcome and Farewell Dinners. Namaste Delhi Walking Tour. Old Delhi Walking Tour with Stops at the Jama Masjid. Agra Fort Visit. Taj Mahal Guided Tour. Chambal River Safari. Dholpur Cycling Tour. Safari in Ranthambore National Park. Jaipur Orientation walk. Hawa Mahal Visit. Amber Heritage Walk and Panna Meena Stepwell. Visit Amber Fort. Jantar Mantar Observatory Guided Tour. Pushkar Holy Town Walk with Brahma Temple. Kalbeliya Traditional Dancing Demonstration. Changelao Garh Orientation Walk. Sunder Rang Cooperative Visit. Mehrangarh Fortress. Ranakpur Jain Temples. Udaipur Prientation Walk. Badi Lake Cycle. Jagdish Temple Visit. Lake Pichola Sunset Boat Ride. Elephanta Island and Caves Excursion. All tips included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Featured Destinations

Udaipur Udaipur One of the most romantic cities in Rajasthan, Udaipur is also known as the city of lakes. The marble palaces, beautifully laid out gardens and the lakes make Udaipur seem almost like a mirage in the desert. The founder of Udaipur, Maharana Udai Singh, was overcome by the misfortunes that his old capital of Chittaurgarh had to face due to repeated attacks by the Mughal armies. On the advice of a holy man, Udai Singh shifted his capital to the banks of Lake Pichola- the city was named Udaipur after him.	Destination Guide
Jodhpur Jodhpur Jodhpur, the second largest city of Rajasthan, at the edge of the Thar desert was once the capital of the Marwar state. It was founded in 1459 A.D. by Rao Jodha-chief of the Rathore clan of Rajputs who claimed to be descendants of Rama - hero of the epic 'Ramayana'. The city dominated by the massive Mehrangarh fort on a rocky hill is charming with its wealth of historic attractions and colourful markets which specialises in antiques. It is still one of the leading centres of wool, cattle, camels and salt.	Destination Guide
Chandelao Garh
Pushkar Pushkar Pushkar is located in the Indian state of Rajasthan on the shores of Pushkar Lake. Pushkar is a sacred pilgrimage site for devout Hindus and is one of the oldest cities in India. The many temples are famous attractions when visting Pushkar, as well as the Pushkar Camel Fair every November.
Jaipur Jaipur Jaipur, popularly known as the Pink City, was founded in 1727 AD by one of the greatest rulers of the Kachhawaha clan, the astronomer king Sawai Jai Singh. The pink color was used at the time of making to create an impression of red sandstone buildings of Mughal cities - and repainted in 1876, during the visit of the Prince of Wales. The city is best explored on foot and the adventurous visitor willing to go into the inner lanes can discover a whole new world not visible to the tourist-in-a-hurry.	Destination Guide
Ranthambore National Park Ranthambore National Park The Ranthambhore National Park stretches across an area of 1,334 sq km on the eastern edge of the Thar Desert. Once the hunting grounds of the erstwhile ruling family of Jaipur, today it is one of the last sanctuaries of the big cat, the Royal Bengal Tiger. Ranthambore actually consist of not one, but three, wildlife preserves: the Ranthambore National Park itself, the Sawai Mansingh Sanctuary and the Keladevi Sanctuary. Ranthambore is an oasis of dense dry deciduous forests amidst a vast tract of semi arid scrub and thorny desert vegetation surrounded by the hills of the Vindhyas and the Aravalis. An ancient fort lies within the park boundaries of Ranthambore, adding to its charm. Ravines, nallahs, water bodies and waterfalls add to its beauty and offer many natural hideouts for tigers and the other wildlife endemic to this park. Part of Project Tiger (one of Asia's most important conservation efforts), Ranthambore is the favorite haunt of wildlife buffs and professional wildlife photographers from around the world who come to see tigers, panthers, wild cats, hyena, jackal, marsh crocodile, wild boar, bears, many species of deer and a rich birdlife of over 300 species, including the great Indian horned owl. Ranthambore encompasses three lakes: Raj Bagh, Malik Talab and Padam Talab, where aquatic birds can be seen.
Dholpur
Agra Agra In the mid 16th century and early 17th century, Agra witnessed a frenzied building activity and it was during this time when the symbol of love Taj Mahal was built. The buildings made during this era were purely in the contemporary Mughal style and of very high quality which is still reflected in what ever monuments remain in Agra. The narrow lanes of Agra filled with aroma of Mughlai cuisine, the craftsman who are busy creating masterpieces with their skill all remind of the Mughal royalty which this city had once experienced. Today whatever remains, has become a major tourist attraction which has taken Agra again to the heights of glory but this time as a major tourist destination of India. Main shopping areas include Taj Mahal complex, Kinari Bazaar, Raja Mandi, Sadar Bazaar. the Gangotri at Taj Mahal Complex and the Up Handlooms, UPICA at the Sanjay place are two UP Government emporiums.	Destination Guide
Delhi (New Delhi) Delhi (New Delhi) Delhi is the third largest city and consists of Old Delhi and New Delhi. Old Delhi was the capital of India Between 17th and 19th centuries and now contains many mosques, monuments and forts relating to India's muslim history. The other Delhi is the imperial city created as the capital of India by the British. In addition to its historic interest and role as government center, Delhi is a major travel gateway. The architectural designs and sophistication that buildings in Delhi like Parliament House, Rashtrapati Bhavan, India Gate, Connaught Place and various administrative buildings like the South and North blocks along the breathtaking view available from Raj Path, show British influence. Modern Delhi has a cosmopolitan culture that nurtures festivals of all faiths and religions. Theatre, drama and entertainment of all sorts including discotheques are there.	Destination Guide
Mumbai Mumbai About 300 years ago, the area of Bombay was nothing more than seven islands occupied by small fishing settlements. Today this bustling city offers a seemingly endless array of sights and cultural activities. Mumbai is the glamour of Bollywood cinema, cricket on the maidans on weekends, bhelpuri on the beach at Chowpatty and red double-decker buses. It is also the infamous cages of the red-light district, Asia's largest slums, communalist politics and powerful mafia dons. This pungent drama is played out against a Victorian townscape more reminiscent of a prosperous 19th-century English industrial city than anything you'd expect to find on the edge of the Arabian Sea. Mumbai has vital streetlife, India's best nightlife, and more bazaars than a visitor could ever explore.	Destination Guide

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