Exotic destinations INDIA - THE TIGERS OF RANTHAMBORE, PALACES OF RAJASTHAN & THE TAJ MAHAL
India, a unique country and civilization, is a mind-boggling potpourri of sights, sounds, colours and experiences, as well as a variety of astonishing cultural contrasts. From the flawless grandeur of the Taj Mahal, to the mighty fortresses of Rajasthan a
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◆ A wonderful tour of northern India’s ‘Golden Triangle’ ◆ See the breathtaking Taj Mahal bathed in soft morning light, gazing in awe at the simple purity of its white marble and the exquisite craftsmanship of its inlay work ◆ Panoramic city tours of both Old and New Delhi seeing all the major sights ◆ Enjoy a guided tour of the 400-year-old deserted Moghul city of Fatehpur Sikri ◆ Driving safari in Ranthambore National Park, the best place in India to spot the elusive tigers ◆ Explore the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur, capital of the desert kingdom of Rajasthan with a guided city tour, seeing the City Palace, Astronomical Observatory and the Palace of the Winds ◆ Marvel at the extraordinary location and beauty of Amber Fort, home of one of India’s most powerful maharajas ◆ Stay in an original Rajasthani fort, converted into a stunning Heritage Hotel ◆ Services of our experienced tour manager ◆ Hand-picked accommodation rated three to five stars, including all local taxes, with breakfast and seven meals included ◆ Return flights from the UK with premium economy upgrades available at a supplement ◆ Departures available exclusively for solo travellers * Extended tour travels on the famous mountain railway, visiting Shimla, the summer capital of the Raj and ‘Queen of Hill Stations’, set high in the foothills of the Himalayas and staying in the luxurious Oberoi Cecil Hotel ◆ Guided tour of the Viceregal Lodge in Shimla plus a walking tour of the city ◆ Travel on the famous Shimla railway on board a classic ‘toy train’ from Kalka 11 days from £1,499pp or *15 days from £1,959pp Selected departures from September to November 2017 and January to November 2018