Day	Itinerary	Night stop
1	Arrive in Delhi.	Delhi
	Arrive in Delhi at any time.
2	Full day in Delhi.	Delhi
	We dive into the heart of India’s capital to explore both Old and New Delhi. Visit Delhi’s famous Jama Masjid and count the steps to the top of the minaret for a great view over the old city. Walk through Chandni Chowk, one of India’s oldest and busiest markets, and learn the some of the history of the Sikh religion at the Gurduwara. In the afternoon, discover the sites of New Delhi.
	Included Meals: Breakfast
3	Travel to the Shekhawati region.	Shekhawati Region
	Situated along the old caravan trade route, the Shekhawati region, named after its 15th century ruler Rao Shekha, resembles an open-air museum. With forts, temples and brightly painted havelis (merchant houses), you'll enjoy learning about history in this area!
	Included Meals: Breakfast and dinner
4	Full day in the Shekhawati region.	Shekhawati Region
	Full day  to explore the Shekhawati region.
	Included Meals: Breakfast
5	Travel to Jaipur and explore the city.	Jaipur
	Travel to the Pink City of Jaipur. Visit India's second most viewed site, the Hawa Mahal, or Palace of the Winds. Follow in the footsteps of the royal harem and ride an elephant to the Amber Fort Palace, which sits atop a rocky hill, or sing and dance up a storm when you go see a Bollywood film at the art deco Raj Mandir cinema.
	Included Meals: Breakfast
6	Travel to the town of Tonk and visit the local markets.	Tonk
	Tonk is a colorful small rural Rajastan town. With its mixture of Muslim and old Rajput buildings, it is a lovely place to visit. Famous for its leather and felt industry, you are sure to pick up plenty of good bargains from the local markets.
	Included Meals: Breakfast and dinner
7	On safari in Ranthambore National Park.	Ranthambore National Park
	We go on safari into Ranthambore National Park, which is one of the original Project Tiger Reserves, and look for deer, birds, monkeys and, of course, tigers. With lakes, scrublands and ruined palaces, this park is a fascinating area to visit.
	Included Meals: Breakfast and dinner
8	Travel to Orchha and explore the fort and surrounding temples and palaces.	Orchha
	Visit the picturesque town of Orchha located on the banks of the Betwa River. Explore some of the many temples and palaces spread along the river and surrounding countryside, including the town’s imposing 17th century fort, Chaturbhuj temple built on a vast platform of stone, and the numerous cenotaphs that dot the landscape.
	Included Meals: Breakfast
9	Full day in Orchha.	Orchha
	A second day to explore the city and surroundings.
	Included Meals: Breakfast
10	Travel to Agra, visit Fatehpur Sikri and the Red Fort.	Agra
	Travel to Agra, visiting Fatehpur Sikri, the now deserted former capital of the Mughals. In Agra, ride on one of the ubiquitous cycle rickshaws to visit the Red Fort and Baby Taj.
	Included Meals: Breakfast
11	Visit to the Taj Mahal before returning to Delhi.	Delhi
	Before returning to Delhi for one final opportunity to shop, explore or take more photographs, we visit the site of India’s most famous landmark, the Taj Mahal. Waking up well before sunrise to get the best light, we enter this white marble testament to love.
	Included Meals: Breakfast
12	Tour ends.	None
	Tour ends today in Delhi.
	Included Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation

Hotels/guesthouses (11 nights).

Transport

Train, metro, local bus, charter bus, auto-rickshaw, cycle-rickshaw, camel, elephant, jeep.

Meals

11 breakfasts, 3 dinners.

Staff

Tour Leader, local guides.

Age Restriction

Family Adventures are open to families with children aged between 6 and 17 years of age. 

Optional Activities

We suggest you bring along US$30 for additional sightseeing including

Delhi - Red Fort - INR100
Delhi - Qutab Minar - INR250
Delhi - Humayuns Tomb - INR250
Agra - Akbar's Mausoleum - INR235
Agra - Nature Park – INR50
Jaipur - Raj Mandir Cinema - INR90
Jaipur - Jantar Mantar - INR100

What To Bring

We suggest that you pack as lightly as possible as your are expected to carry your own luggage. As a rule we try not to have to walk more than 15-20 minutes with your bags which is why we recommend keeping the weight of your bags between 10-15kg/22-30lb. Suitcases are not recommended. Most travellers carry a backpack or rolling bag of small to medium size (no XXL ones please!) as they need to fit under the beds when travelling on sleeper trains. You will also need a day pack/bag to carry water, cameras and other electronics like ipods and mobile phones.

Checklist:
Passport (with photocopies)
Travel insurance (with photocopies)
Airline tickets (with photocopies)
USD cash and travellers cheques
Credit or debit card (see personal spending money)
G.A.P Adventures vouchers, pre-departure information and dossier
Any entry visas or vaccination certificates required
Day pack for daily personal items
Lock for all bags
Wet wipes / Moist towelettes
Alarm clock
Flashlight
Sun hat, Sun block, Sunglasses
Insect Repellent
Water bottle and Plastic mug for train journeys
Ear plugs for train journeys or light sleepers
Small towel and swim wear
Toiletries (biodegradable)
Sturdy walking shoes/Sport sandals
Money belt
Shorts
Long trousers
Hiking pants/track pants
Shirts/T-shirts
Warm clothes for November-February. Fleece, Jacket, hat and gloves
Umbrella or waterproof jacket.
Cover for backpack or plastic bags to keep clothes dry.
Camera and film
Reading/writing material
Binoculars
Pocketknife
First-aid kit (should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band Aids, anti-histamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, re-hydration powder, extra prescription drugs you may be taking).

Group Size

Maximum 15, Average 10

Other Information

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The itinerary is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission. 

Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

India is a country which is very different to anything you will have experienced before. Although this means it is not the easiest place to travel, this is also what makes it so special. Pollution, poverty and the crowds can result in initial culture shock but should be seen as an exciting new challenge. During our time here we have come to love this large and wonderfully different country but we know that we should always expect to encounter some difficulties along the way.

In India there are very different attitudes to time keeping, public cleanliness, privacy and service. Trains will sometimes be late, plumbing can sometimes be temperamental and power will often just vanish. Optimistic menus turn out to have only one dish available and everyone, just everyone, will want to know your name. If you are able to travel with a lot of patience and a healthy sense of humour, then we know that you - like all of us - will be captivated by what India has to offer.

Operator Remarks

Allow USD150 for meals not included.

A local payment of USD200 is payable on arrival.