Explore India’s Princely Cities from the "Palace on Wheels"

Royal Rajasthan - Nagaur Fair

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"I can't imagine a more successful trip than the one we just had.It was truly perfect in every way." Jaquelin Fleet, Charleston SC

Princely fortresses rising out of golden desert sands are the legacy of Rajasthan, an exotic land best described by its colors—the brilliant reds and bold yellows of tribal costumes, the soft pinks of ancient palaces, the tawny browns of the desert. Traditional culture is one of Rajasthan's enchantments, and our journey includes an annual fair (Pushkar in November, Nagaur in February), a spectacular gathering of desert people in all their finery. A unique 3-day rail journey aboard the opulent Palace on Wheels carries us to the romantic walled cities of Rajasthan, with their airy palaces of marble and onyx. Sunrise at the Taj and an overnight in a maharaja's palace add to our royal pleasures in this fascinating land.

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Itinerary-in-Brief

Days 1-2
Delhi

(February 9-23, 2008 departure) We explore the sites of Old and New Delhi.

Days 3-5
Jaipur / Jodhpur

The color and vibrancy of Rajasthan is seen on a princely scale in its ancient desert cities. We explore the quintessential Rajasthani city of Jaipur, laid out in the 1720s by Rajah Sawai Jai Singh II, and Jodhpur, a 15th century city of palaces, gardens, and bazaars.

Days 6-7
Nagaur Cattle Fair

Witness the sights and sounds of the Nagaur Cattle Fair, a great coming together of traditional Rajput desert peoples. The Nagaur Cattle Fair brings the picturesque township of Nagaur alive with activity. Along with cattle trading, the fair is lively with events like tugofwar, bullock races, and evening performances of Rajasthani folk music.

Days 8-10
Palace on Wheels / Ranthambore / Udaipur

Board the deluxe Palace on Wheels bound for Ranthambore, haunt of tiger, leopard, crocodile, and sloth bear. Gameview by 4WD at Ranthambore, visit the hilltop fort of Chittorgarh, explore Udaipur, one of the most romantic ancient cities in the world, we have two days to explores its treasures.

Days 11-15
Bharatpur / Agra / Taj Mahal

In Bharatpur, we visit the renowned Keoladeo bird sanctuary and Deeg Palaces, a World Heritage Site, and in the Moghul capital of Agra, we have a chance to feast our eyes on the extraordinary Taj Mahal. We depart late evening on Day 15.

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Tour Costs $7395 (13-16 members) $7695 (10-11 members) Single supplement: $2390 Internal airfare: varies by departure *Prices are for February 2008 dates only **Airfare is not included in Tour Cost unless indicated

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