For detailed departures, itineraries and prices please visit our website76indiaJewels of the North 11 days The perfect introduction to India.The Golden Triangle 6 days A short but exciting trip capturing the 'must-sees' of northern India.The glittering jewels of the sub-continent continue to beckon travellers to this ancient and diverse land. Absorb the spiritual spectacle of pilgrims gathering around the bathing ghats along the Ganges River in Varanasi; marvel at the magnificent symmetry of the Taj Mahal; revel in the historic splendour of Rajasthan.A short but captivating trip covering the 'must-sees' of northern India. We explore full-on Delhi, the backstreet bazaars of Jaipur, the magnificent Amber Fort and the iconic Taj Mahal where our local guide in Agra takes us on an included excursion and recounts the fabulous but somewhat tragic tale of love that led to the creation of this beautiful mausoleum.Trip InfoTrip InfoDeparture DatesGroup size: Maximum 16.Grade: Culture Moderate.Transport: Bus, Local bus, Sleeper train, Taxi.Accommodation: 1 night historic hotel, 7 nights hotels/guesthouses, 2 nights overnight train.Start Day: Tuesday End Day: FridayTour code: GIJNGroup size: Maximum 5.Grade: Culture Easy.Transport: Bus, Taxi.Accommodation: 5 nights hotel.Other: This trip is designed for the independent traveller. You are met and locally escorted in each city, with the guide available from morning to evening. Thursday departures run on a reverse itinerary.Start Day: Daily End Day: DailyTour code: GIGTItineraryItineraryDay 1-2 / Delhi Day 3-5 / Varanasi Day 6 / Agra - Taj Mahal Day 7 / Tordi Garh Day 8-9 / Jaipur Day 10-11 / DelhiDay 1 / Delhi Day 2 / Agra - Taj Mahal Day 3-4 / Jaipur Day 5-6 / Delhi Start FinishStart Finish201111-Jan 21-Jan25-Jan 04-Feb08-Feb 18-Feb22-Feb 04-Mar08-Mar 18-Mar22-Mar 01-Apr05-Apr 15-Apr19-Apr 29-Apr03-May 13-May17-May 27-May31-May 10-Jun14-Jun 24-Jun12-Jul 22-Jul09-Aug 19-Aug06-Sep 16-Sep20-Sep 30-Sep04-Oct 14-Oct18-Oct 28-Oct01-Nov 11-Nov15-Nov 25-Nov29-Nov 09-Dec13-Dec 23-Dec27-Dec 06-Jan201210-Jan 20-Jan24-Jan 03-Feb07-Feb 17-Feb21-Feb 02-Mar06-Mar 16-Mar20-Mar 30-Mar03-Apr 13-Apr17-Apr 27-Apr01-May 11-May15-May 25-May29-May 08-Jun12-Jun 22-Jun26-Jun 06-JulDeparture DatesStart FinishTrip departs dailySee our website for detailsSee our website for a detailed itinerarySee our website for a detailed itinerary

BOOK NOW at www.imaginative-traveller.com or CALL 0845 287 0769adin77ItineraryDay 1-2 / Delhi Your trip starts in Delhi. No activities are planned on Day 1, so arrive any time and explore this fascinating city. On Day 2, we visit Chandni Chowk, one of the oldest and busiest markets in Old Delhi, before wandering Connaught Place, the commercial hub of New Delhi, where you can pick up some last-minute bargains or watch the best of Bollywood. In the evening we take an overnight train to Varanasi. Day 3-5 / Varanasi Varanasi is India's oldest and holiest city. On a morning boat ride we witness the spectacle of pilgrims bathing in the sacred waters of the Ganges River. On the evening of Day 5, we board an overnight train to Agra. Day 6 / Agra - Taj Mahal The incredible Taj Mahal has drawn billions to Agra. We stand in awe of this amazing 17th century marble mausoleum and learn about the incredible love story behind it all. There's also an optional guided tour of Agra Fort during free time. Day 7 / Tordi Garh We travel to Tordi Garh to experience a unique rural village of Rajasthan. Tordi is small and friendly and sees few tourists.Day 8-9 / Jaipur The capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur, is also known as the 'pink city'. We visit the impressive Amber Fort, the City Palace and the old observatory, before admiring the Palace of the Winds' beautiful facade and exploring the labyrinthine backstreets and bazaars. Day 10 / Nimaj Bagh The 'real' India is best discovered far from the big cities and popular monuments. We travel by local bus to Nimaj Bagh, where we wander the village and its beautiful orchard, and discover a traditional lifestyle largely unchanged for centuries. Day 11 / Jodhpur We take the morning bus to the beautiful 'blue city', Jodhpur. The city is dominated by the imposing Meherangarh Fort, which sits atop a sheer rocky ridge overlooking the surrounds. We explore the walled old town and stroll through the bubbling Sadar Market. Day 12-14 / Udaipur We travel to stunning, romantic Udaipur, the 'Venice of the East', built on the islands and shores of serene Lake Pichola. Discover the Lake Palace, Jagdish Temple and the City Palace, before catching an overnight sleeper train to Delhi. Day 15-16 / Delhi We arrive back in Delhi early, so there's plenty of free time to further explore this vibrant, varied city. Tour ends Day 16.Departure DatesStart FinishStart Finish201111-Jan 26-Jan25-Jan 09-Feb08-Feb 23-Feb22-Feb 09-Mar08-Mar 23-Mar22-Mar 06-Apr05-Apr 20-Apr19-Apr 04-May03-May 18-May17-May 01-Jun31-May 15-Jun14-Jun 29-Jun12-Jul 27-Jul09-Aug 24-Aug06-Sep 21-Sep20-Sep 05-Oct04-Oct 19-Oct18-Oct 02-Nov01-Nov 16-Nov15-Nov 30-Nov29-Nov 14-Dec13-Dec 28-Dec27-Dec 11-Jan201210-Jan 25-Jan24-Jan 08-Feb07-Feb 22-Feb21-Feb 07-Mar06-Mar 21-Mar20-Mar 04-Apr03-Apr 18-Apr17-Apr 02-May01-May 16-May15-May 30-May29-May 13-Jun12-Jun 27-Jun26-Jun 11-JulNorth India Highlights 16 days A magical experience amongst the colour and culture of Rajasthan.Northern India is a treasure-trove of culture and diversity. From Delhi, a colourful, chaotic city of incredible contrasts, we travel to the country's spiritual capital, Varanasi. In Agra, the Taj Mahal stands as testament to the best of Mughal architecture, while Rajasthan is full of beguiling splendour.Trip InfoGroup size: Maximum 16.Grade: Culture Moderate.Transport: Bus, Local bus, Public aircon coach, Sleeper train, Taxi.Accommodation: 2 nights historic hotel, 10 nights hotels/guesthouses, 3 nights overnight train.Start Day: Tuesday End Day: WednesdayTour code: GINH