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GOLDENTRIANGLERAJASTHANFR$799 ADVENTUREFR$1,499Delhi Delhi 8 DAYS Delhi Delhi15 DAYSINDIAN SUB-CONTINENTHighlights• Wander the colonial monuments and labyrinth streets of Old Delhi• Stand awestruck in front of the mesmerising Taj Mahal• Visit rural villages to learn more about real rural lifeAgraHighlights• Admire the kaleidoscope of colour in the vibrant city of Rajasthan• Check out the aromatic spice markets in the ‘Blue City’ of Jodphur• See the Taj Mahal at its magnificent best in the early morning lightDAYITINERARYDAYITINERARY01-02Delhi / AgraArrive in Delhi and set out to explore before meeting your tourleader and group. On Day 2, dive into the heart of India’s capital toexplore Old Delhi on an orientation tour led by a young adult takingpart in the Planeterra-supported New Delhi Streetkids Project. Visitthe famous Jama Masjid (Great Mosque) and climb its minaret for abird’s-eye view of the old city.01-04Delhi / Jodphur / RanakpurArrive into Delhi. On Day 2, dive straight in with an orientationwalk accompanied by a young adult from a Planeterra-supportedstreetkids project. Visit Old Delhi, Jama Masjid and Connaught Placebefore jumping on the overnight train to the ‘Blue City’ of Jodhpur.Check out its ancient markets and towering Meherangarh Fort, beforetravelling to see Ranakpur’s beautiful white marble Jain Temples. (D)03Agra / Taj MahalVisit the magnificent Taj Mahal at first light to see this iconic site inits full glory. During your time here, you will also visit the magnificentRed Fort and see the Itimad-ud-Daulah, known as the ‘Baby Taj’.05-06UdaipurDrive to Udaipur, one of the most serene places in Rajasthan. Itsphotogenic Lake Palace has an island setting on Lake Pichola. You’llalso see the City and Eklingji Palaces, and enjoy a cultural show. (B)0405-0607-08Fatehpur Sikri / BharatpurStop at Fatehpur Sikri, the now deserted former capital of theMughals. Considered the crowning architectural legacy of Akbar andstill almost perfectly preserved, today the site is protected as aUNESCO World Heritage Site. In the afternoon, arrive into Bharatpurwhere you can relax or take a rickshaw ride in Keladeo National Park.JaipurDepart early morning to Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. See theHawa Mahal, a spectacular site also known as the ‘Palace of theWinds’, and enjoy a visit to the Amber Fort, famous for its mixture ofHindu and Muslim architecture. There’s an optional chance to take ina Bollywood movie at the fabulously-designed cinema at Raj Mandir.DelhiReturn to Delhi in the afternoon and enjoy free time to explore moreof the city. Bid farewells to your group as you adventure wraps upany time on Day 8.07-0910-1314-15Jojawar / PushkarThe garrison fort of Jojawar represents Rajasthan at its best, whilePushkar is so sacred that no meat, alcohol or eggs are allowed! OnDay 9, climb to the hilltop Savitri Temple at sunrise before watchingthe sun set over the desert from camelback. (B, D)Jaipur / Abhaneri / Bharatpur / Fatephur Sikri / AgraTravel to the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur. Visit India’s second most-viewedsite, the Hawa Mahal or ‘Palace of the Winds’, plus the Amber Fort.Visit the ancient stepwell of Abhaneri and experience rural villagelife in Bharatpur. En route to Agra, visit Fatehpur Sikri, the desertedformer capital of the Mughals and check out the ‘Baby Taj’.Agra / DelhiRising before sunrise to get the best light, you’ll be amazed by Agra’swhite marble masterpiece, the Taj Mahal. Hop onto one of the cyclerickshaws to visit the Red Fort before travelling back to Delhi. Thetour concludes at any time on Day 15.InclusionsDepartures 2015Jan, Apr, Jul,Sep, Oct, DecFeb, Mar, NovMay, Jun, AugEvery Sun, plus occassional FridaysEvery Sunday and FridayEvery SundayInclusionsTrip Style: Classic Service Level: StandardTrip Style: Classic Service Level: StandardPhysical Grading: 2 Age Group: Any ageAccommodation: Hotels (7 nts) Transport:INDIAPhysical Grading: 2 Age Group: Any ageAccommodation: Hotels (13 nts), sleeper trainCharter bus, taxis, auto-rickshaw, cyclerickshaw(1 nt) Transport: Train, metro, charter bus,Meals: None Budget: Allow USDcycle-rickshaw, auto-rickshaw, camel Meals: 2$135-175 for meals not included GroupLeader: Chief Experience Officer (CEO), localDelhibreakfasts, 2 dinners Budget: Allow USD $280-330 for meals not included Group Leader: Chiefguides Group Size: Max 15, Avg 12 Tour Code:Experience Officer (CEO), local guides GroupGAAHGTAgra Size: Max 15, Avg 12 Tour Code: GAAHRAMy Own Room Available: Fr $349Jaipur BharatpurMy Own Room Available: Fr $459Departures 2015Jan-DecSelected Sundays, typically 2departures per monthDelhiJodhpur JaipurAgraRanakpurPushkarAbhaneriBharatpurJojawarUdaipurINDIA176 VISIT WWW.STATRAVEL.COM