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Dates and prices are subject to change. For booking, availability, and detailed itineraries, consult your travel agent or check online. Essential India CLASSIC Highlights › › Explore India's vibrant cities › › Discover ancient forts and temples › › Revel in the beauty of Agra's Taj Mahal › › Witness the erotic sculptures of Khajuraho and Orchha › › Sail the Ganges in venerable Varanasi What's Included Arrival transfer included through the G Adventures-supported Women on Wheels project. Walking tour with a guide from the G Adventures- supported New Delhi Streetkids Project. Old Delhi walk with stops at the Jama Masjid, Gurduwara, Chandni Chowk, spice markets, and Connaught Place. Amber Fort tour (Jaipur). Rajasthani rural village stay. Camel cart ride (Tordi). Abhaneri stepwells visit. Taj Mahal and I'timad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj) entrance. Agra Fort entrance and guided tour. Orchha Palace complex visit. Western Temple complex entrance and guided visit (Khajuraho). River Ganges boat trip at sunrise and sunset, including candle flower ceremony (Varanasi). Internal flight. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities. ACCOMMODATIONS Hotels (13 nts), sleeper train (1 nt) TRANSPORT Train, local bus, private vehicle, auto-ricksaw, camel cart, small riverboat, plane GROUP LEADER CEO throughout, local guides MEALS 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner. Allow USD340-445 for meals not included. ITINERARY From the intricate saris of Rajasthan to the beautiful symmetry of the Taj Mahal, this compact journey is a photographer's delight and the perfect introduction to India. You'll float past the ghats on the River Ganges to encounter the spiritual heart of Hinduism in Varanasi and get off the beaten path exploring carved stepwells and quaint temples in rural villages. With the perfect combination of included activities and free time to explore the nation's rich heritage, you're sure to be caught up in India's incredible tapestry of life. DAY 1 DELHI Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included through the G Adventures-supported Women on Wheels project. DAY 2 DELHI Take a morning walk through the city with a young adult from the G Adventures-supported New Delhi Streetkids Project. Later, visit Old Delhi, explore the spice markets, and visit Jama Masjid and Connaught Place. DAYS 3-4 JAIPUR Stop for a photo opportunity of the Palace of the Winds (Hawa Mahal) and wander the organized streets of the "Pink City." On Day 4, enjoy a visit to the Amber Fort, famous for its mixture of Hindu and Muslim architecture. Opt to watch a Bollywood movie in Raj Mandir cinema. DAY 5 TORDI SAGAR Visit this Rajasthani rural village in the beautiful countryside with a close tie to the land. ( 1L, 1D ) DAYS 6-7 ABHANERI/AGRA Stop by the Abhaneri stepwells on the way to Agra. Visit the famous Taj Mahal, Baby Taj, and Agra Fort. ( 1B ) DAY 8 ALIPURA Travel to Alipura and stay in a heritage property in the village. DAYS 9-11 ALIPURA/KHAJURAHO/ORCHHA Visit the Western Temple complex in Khajuraho. The next day, travel to rural Orchha visiting a unique paper-making plant en route. Explore the Orchha Palace complex and enjoy a puja ceremony. Board an overnight train to Varanasi on Day 11. DAYS 12-13 VARANASI Take an orientation walk through the oldest continually inhabited city in the world, dating back thousands of years. Marvel at the ghats from the River Ganges as you enjoy a boat trip at sunrise and sunset. DAY 14 VARANASI/DELHI Cut out the travel time with an afternoon flight back to Delhi. DAY 15 DELHI Depart at any time. ADD TO YOUR EXPERIENCE INDIA ENCOMPASSED: Make sure to check out the South, too. See tour AHHE on page 22. Guaranteed Departures Number of IF YOU'RE BOOKED, YOU'RE GOING | departures / month. 9 6 7 3 3 3 8 4 5 8 7 6 ■›■›■›■›■›■›■›■›■›■›■›■ J F M A M J J A S O N D TOP SELLER 15 DAYS—DELHI TO DELHI FROM $ 1499 OPTIONAL MY OWN ROOM: $ 499 TOUR CODE: AHEH IS THIS TOUR FOR ME? See back foldout. TYPE: SMALL GROUP – MAX 15, AVG 12 SERVICE LEVEL: STANDARD PHYSICAL DEMAND: LIGHT Delhi Orchha Abhaneri Alipura Khajuraho Varanasi Jaipur Tordi Sagar Agra Taj Mahal I N D I A THIS TOUR VISITS A G ADVENTURES FOR GOOD PROJECT SEE PAGE 8 ASIA›› INDIA 100% GUARANTEED DEPARTURES That's right. We're the first travel company to guarantee every single one of our departures. 1. Book 2. Pay. 3. Confirm. 4. Pack. 5. Go. Done and done! 21