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Dates and prices are subject to change. For booking, availability, and detailed itineraries, consult your travel agent or check online. West Coast India & Rajasthan by Rail RAIL Highlights › › Marvel at the iconic Taj Mahal › › Wander the Rajasthani streets of Jaipur and Udaipur › › Indulge in laid back beach time in Goa › › Travel like a local by train from north to south What's Included Arrival transfer included through the G Adventures-supported Women on Wheels project. Taj Mahal visit (Agra). Agra Fort visit. Jaipur orientation walk. Hawa Mahal visit. Amber Fort visit. Udaipur orientation walk. Jagdish Temple and City Palace visit. Rajasthani cultural show. Bundi Fort and stepwells visit. Colaba area walking tour (Mumbai). Gateway of India visit. Beach time in Goa. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities. ACCOMMODATIONS Hotels/guesthouses (9 nts), sleeper trains (2 nts) TRANSPORT Train (seats), train (beds), private vans, walking GROUP LEADER CEO throughout, local guides MEALS 1 breakfast, 1 dinner. Allow USD275-360 for meals not included. ITINERARY Have you ever wondered what it's like to travel like a local in India? We'll put you on a train to explore the west coast of the country over 12 days. After you experience the Taj Mahal, visit the colourful Rajasthani streets of Jaipur and Udaipur. Relax on the beach in Goa and indulge in fresh seafood right from the coast. This train trip is sure to be a classic – get there first. DAY 1 DELHI Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included through the G Adventures-supported Women on Wheels project. DAY 2 AGRA Take the Shatabdi Express train to Agra, with breakfast served on board. Enjoy a guided tour of the impressive Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Time permitting, opt to visit the Baby Taj. ( 1B ) DAYS 3-4 JAIPUR Hop on a Shatabdi Express train in the evening to Jaipur. In the morning, take an orientation walk around town. Take a photo of the Hawa Mahal ("Palace of the Winds") and visit the Amber Fort. Walk around the Old City and markets and opt to visit the City Palace. Use free time to visit local artisans in a nearby village, wander the Jantar Mantar, or check out a Bollywood film at the spectacular Art Deco film house, the Raj Mandir. DAYS 5-6 UDAIPUR In the afternoon, continue by the Udaipur Express train to Udaipur. Enjoy an orientation walk with a visit to the Jagdish Temple and the City Palace, one of the largest royal palaces in India. Attend a Rajasthani cultural show on Gangaur Ghat. With free time, opt to visit the many beautiful lakes, take a boat ride, visit the Monsoon Palace for some excellent views or take an Indian cooking class. DAYS 7-8 UDAIPUR/BUNDI Enjoy a free day in Udaipur, then board an evening train to Bundi on the Bundi Mewar Express. Explore the Bundi Fort and stepwells before an overnight on the Mumbai Rajdhani Express, with dinner on board. ( 1D ) DAYS 9-10 MUMBAI In the morning, arrive in bustling Mumbai. Take a walking tour of the Colaba area and see the Gateway of India. Spend a day exploring more of Mumbai before an overnight on the Konkan Kanya Express train to Goa. DAY 11 GOA Arrive in beautiful Goa and spend free time relaxing on the beach. DAY 12 GOA Depart at any time. Guaranteed Departures Number of IF YOU'RE BOOKED, YOU'RE GOING | departures / month. 2 3 3 4 4 2 2 4 3 3 ■›■›■›■›■›■›■›■›■›■›■›■ J F M A M J J A S O N D 12 DAYS—DELHI TO GOA FROM $ 1199 OPTIONAL MY OWN ROOM: $ 499 TOUR CODE: AHWR IS THIS TOUR FOR ME? See back foldout. TYPE: SMALL GROUP – MAX 15, AVG 12 SERVICE LEVEL: STANDARD PHYSICAL DEMAND: LIGHT Delhi Goa Mumbai Bundi Jaipur Agra Taj Mahal Udaipur I N D I A THIS TOUR VISITS A G ADVENTURES FOR GOOD PROJECT SEE PAGE 8 ASIA›› INDIA 31