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Slowly Down The Ganges
15 days ex Delhi
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Explore Old Delhi, Sail along the Ganges and camp on the river's bank, Experience spiritual Varanasi, See nomadic life from the back of a camel, Experience the beauty of the Taj Mahal, Explore colourful Jaipur, Admire the temples of Pushkar
Journey down the Mother Ganges, India's most sacred river, heart of the Hindu faith and the soul of the nation. Its banks and waters play host to the most intimate rituals of life and death. Add a desert camel safari, colourful cultural experiences, royal palaces and the incomparable Taj Mahal and you've got a great Indian experience.
Physical Rating: 2
Culture Shock Rating: 3
Accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses (10 nts), camping (3 nts), overnight train (1 nt)
Transportation: Overnight train, boat, jeep local bus, camel, cycle and auto-rickshaw
Trip Style: Intrepid Original
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $200 for meals not included.
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| Details | | Intrepid Travel | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Days 1-2 | Delhi | A cacophany of noise, colour and smells, chaotic Delhi is surely one of the country's most interesting cities. | | Days 3-4 | River Ganges Boat Trip | Kick back and watch the world float by on this Ganges river cruise. Pass village communities and view the abundance of life on this most spiritual of waterways. | | Days 5-7 | Varanasi | India's religious heart is alive with brightly clothed devotees who line the ghats, twisting alleyways, shrines and temples. Soak up this magical atmosphere during a candle-lit flower ceremony or visit Sarnath, the site of Buddha's first sermon. | | Day 8 | Agra | The Mughal city of Agra is justly famous for its iconic masterpiece, the beautiful Taj Mahal. Make sure to tear yourself away from this stunning mausoleum and make a visit to the impressive Red Fort. | | Days 9-10 | Jaipur | Explore the city's museums, visit the Amber Fort or pick up some semi-precious stones at one of the famed bazaars. | | Day 11 | Roopangarh Fort | Complete with a serpentine entrance, turrets and a grand hall, the Roopangarh Fort is a truly majestic place to stay. When you tire of playing maharajahs, wander down and explore the rural village below. | | Days 12-13 | Pushkar | From the enchanting whitewashed temples of Pushkar, set off into the desert on camel back. Spend a night feasting and listening to the traditional songs of Rajasthani nomads performed around the campfire. | | Days 14-15 | Delhi | Cross over Snake Mountain to the Muslim city of Ajmer and catch a train back to crazy Delhi for a final spot of shopping. |
| | * The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the time of pricing. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2008 and 31 December 2008, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full. For trips departing beyond 31 December 2008, prices are indicative only. The itineraries and dates are applicable from 01 January 2008 until 31 December 2008. Beyond 31 December 2008 dates and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All information in this brochure is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of printing, but please note that changes to our trips (which can be significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made to the published itineraries. Please refer to our website for the most recent update to any trip. Please note that these conditions apply to Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent trips.
Loss of monies paid applies to all cancelled reservations. The date of trip cancellation is the date on which the written cancellation is received by Intrepid.
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