UNFORGETTABLE GLORY 15 Tage Indien - YOLO Reisen
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INDIEN UNFORGETTABLE GLORY Rajasthan, das Indien der Maharadschas, als Edelsteine das bevorzugte Baumaterial waren, führt an die Grenze dessen, was die Fantasie zulässt. Es macht sprachlos und berührt die Seele ganz tief. Ob du von den Abenteuern dieser Reise jemals ganz zurückkommst, ist keineswegs sicher. Aber du solltest es bei deiner Buchung in Betracht ziehen. 2 / 13
INCLUDED SERVICES » Abenteuerreise mit maximal 12 internationalen Teilnehmern (Der Altersdurchschnitt ist auf dieser Reise erfahrungsgemäß höher als bei anderen Reisen!) » Jede Reise findet statt » Englisch sprechender, einheimischer Guide in internationaler Reisegruppe » Unterkunft: 10 x Hotel, 3 x Heritage-Hotel, 1 x Camp » Transport: U-Bahn, Rikscha, privates Fahrzeug, Zug, Bus, Jeep, 4x4-Safari-Fahrzeug » Mahlzeiten: 3 x Frühstück, 1 x Mittagessen, 2 x Abendessen » Aktivitäten laut Tagesprogramm » Eintrittsgelder » 100 m² Regenwald 4 you (Jedem Gast schenken wir im Regenwald von Ecuador ein Grundstück, das Jahr für Jahr den CO2-Ausstoß seiner Reise kompensiert. Eingetragen auf seinen Namen und auf ewig seins.) » Highlights: Die Gesichter Delhis entdecken. Beeindruckender Taj Mahal in Agra. Typisches Landleben in Rajasthan. DAY-TO-DAY-ITINERARY Day 1 Delhi Namaste! Welcome to India. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm. If you have any free time before the meeting, perhaps visit the World Heritage-listed Mughal masterpiece of Humayun's Tomb or the tall brick tower of Qutub Minar. The Welcome Meeting will take place at 6 pm. Check in time at hotel is 12 midday. If you're going to be late, please inform the hotel reception. We'll be collecting your insurance details and next of kin information at this meeting, so please ensure you have all these details to provide to your leader. Accommodation: Hotel Taj Princess / 15 A/25 WEA Ajmal Khan Road Opposite Jesa Ram / Hospital / Karol Bagh / Delhi / 110005 / INDIA For trips departing on the following dates, use this joining point: 16 Mar 2019, 24 Mar 2019, 11 Apr 2019, 18 Oct 2019, 20 Oct 2019, 25 Oct 2019, 10 Nov 2019, 14 Nov 2019, 15 Nov 2019, 17 Nov 2019 Hotel Swati Deluxe / 17/A 32 WEA Gurudwara Road Opp Jessa Ram Hospital / Karol Bagh / Delhi / INDIA Optional Activities: = Delhi - Qutub Minar - INR500 = Delhi - Humayun's Tomb - INR500 3 / 13
Day 2 Delhi In the morning, navigate the city's metro system to discover Old Delhi on a walking tour. Hitch a ride in a traditional cycle rickshaw through a typical Indian traffic jam in the streets around Chandni Chowk marketplace. Visit Delhi's oldest mosque of Jama Masjid, which is also India's largest. Escape from the frenetic pace of the city streets by ducking into a Sikh temple to observe a more spiritual side of this bustling metropolis. Included Activities = Delhi - Old Delhi Walking Tour = Delhi - Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh Temple) = Delhi - Jama Masjid Accommodation: Hotel Day 3 Agra Travel to Agra by one of India's faster air-conditioned trains. Steeped in Mughal heritage, Agra has a wealth of gardens, temples and open rooftops. Visit the Taj Mahal and learn why Emperor Shah Jahan built it as a memorial to his wife Mumtaz. Buzz around Agra in a motorised rickshaw and explore inside the spectacular sandstone walls of the Red Fort, built to encompass the imperial city of the Mughal rulers in the 16th century. If you have time, move on to Akbar's Mausoleum to honour the great emperor. Included Activities = Agra - Taj Mahal = Agra - Agra Fort = Agra - Red Fort guided tour Travel time: Travel time approx 3 hours/230km. Accommodation: Hotel Optional Activities = Agra - Additional entries to Taj Mahal - INR1000 4 / 13
Day 4 Madhogarh (Heritage Stay) Take a local bus to Bassi, a small town in the middle of rural Rajasthan. Travel by private transport to your accommodation for the night. On a walk through the village, see craftspeople at work and meet the locals. In the evening, stay in the beautiful heritage property of Fort Madhogarh, which has belonged to one of Rahasthan's royal families for centuries. Included Activities = Heritage Stay - Village walk Included meals: dinner Travel time: Bus to Rajasthan takes approx. 4 hours/210km, private transport to Hotel approx. 45 min/20km. Accommodation: Heritage Property Day 5 Jaipur Travel by private vehicle to Jaipur. On arrival, take an orientation tour around the ‘Pink City' of Jaipur. Get among the crowds of the city's bazaars to shop for artisan goods and semi-precious stones. Set on a hilltop overlooking Maota Lake, visit the Amber Fort, an excellent example of Rajput architecture. The Sheesh Mahal inside the fort is a must-see. As the walls are completely covered in little mirrors, the hall illuminates with the light of a single match. Included Activities = Jaipur - Amber Fort = Jaipur - Walking Tour Included meals: breakfast Travel time: Private vehicle to Jaipur approx. 90min/50km. Accommodation: Hotel 5 / 13
Day 6 Jaipur This morning, take an optional hot air balloon ride. Floating across the skyline of Jaipur in a hot air balloon can be a highlight of the trip. Take a cycle rickshaw to Hawa Mahal, also known as the 'Palace of the Winds'. Alternatively, head to Jaipur's Royal City Palace or the observatory of Jantar Mantar to see a collection of astronomical instruments. After a long day of exploration, perhaps head to the Raj Mandir Cinema to experience the glamour of a Bollywood film. Accommodation: Hotel Optional Activities = Jaipur - City Palace - INR400 = Jaipur - Observatory - INR200 = Jaipur - Movie at the Raj Mandir Cinema - INR400 = Jaipur - Balloon Safari - USD250 Hot air balloon flights are operated by Sky Waltz in Jaipur. Flights operate mornings from September to June and morning and evening from September to March. Morning flights depart around sunrise and evening flights late afternoon and last 60 mins. Return transfers, tea and coffee plus light refreshments and a certificate of flight are included in the cost. You can register your interest and pay your tour leader at your joining meeting on day 1 of your trip. Payment must be made by cash in either INR/AUD/USD/GBP only and is USD0pp (subject to change). Flights are subject to weather conditions and tickets are fully refundable in case of poor weather. = Jaipur - Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Wind) - INR200 Day 7 Ranthambhore National Park Continuing by private vehicle, head to Ranthambhore. Ranthambhore National Park was once a famous hunting ground for the Maharajas of Jaipur, and was one of the original Project Tiger reserves. Explore the ruins of the park's 10th-century fort, and in the evening take a 4WD safari in search of tigers and other wildlife. Included Activities = Ranthambore National Park - Evening Safari Travel time: Travelling by private vehicle approximately 5 hours/200km. Please note: YOLO requires a copy of your scanned passport bio page at time of booking to complete bookings for Ranthambhore National Park visit. The safety of our travellers is our highest concern and your tour leader has the authority to cancel or reschedule the jeep safari if they believe the vehicles available do not meet our safety standards. Ranthambhore National Park is closed between 1 July and 30 September each year. On those trips affected, we'll visit nearby Sawai Mansingh Sanctuary. Sawai Mansingh Sanctuary is located approx. 16km from Ranthambhore and is due to its hilly terrain isn't as affected by the monsoon. Tigers inhabit this area also 6 / 13
and spottings are more favorable at this time of year as they move away from flooded areas of Ranthambhore. Accommodation: Hotel Day 8 Bundi Travel to Bundi by private vehicle. Navigate Bundi's narrow streets on a walking tour. Wander through the downtown market and engage with the locals. Visit intricately carved baoris (step wells) and explore the 16th-century Bundi Palace (be sure to check out its famous murals). Another heritage stay awaits us tonight. Included Activities = Bundi - Stepwell = Bundi - Palace Travel time: Travel to Bundi by private vehicle (approx 4 hours/150km). Accommodation: Heritage Property Day 9 Paangarh Cross the Chittorgarh countryside to Paangarh Lake, spending the night sleeping in a permanent tent camp. On arrival, unwind with a cup of chai while watching the sunset over the lake and serene Vindhya Range. Enjoy a view out to the 15th-century Pangarh Fort, perched atop a hill to the north side of the lake. Accommodation: Permanent tent 7 / 13
Day 10 Bijaipur Return to Bundi and take a slow train journey with local villagers to Bassi (same name as a previous destination, different place!) followed by a drive in an open-top jeep out into the countryside to visit pastoral villages. As the area is teeming with wildlife, your guide should be able to point out some native animals. While in the villages, perhaps get a temporary souvenir in the form of a henna tattoo. Enjoy a group meal of local Bassi cuisine in the evening, and relax in our heritage stay for the night. Included Activities = Bijaipur - Village tour Included meals: breakfast, dinner Travel time: Train ride takes approximately three hours. Accommodation: Heritage Property Optional activities: = Bijaipur - Henna painting - INR150 Day 11 Udaipur Our next journey by private vehicle takes us to Udaipur. Take a walk to soak up the city's hills, lakes and white marble palaces, or delve into its twisting alleys and bazaars filled with silver, leather goods and miniature paintings. A popular centre for artists, dancers and musicians, there's plenty to entertain you in Udaipur. After a city walk with your leader, the rest of your day is free. Included Activities = Udaipur - City Walk Included meals: breakfast Travel time: Journey by private vehicle to Udaipur takes approximately 4 hours/180km. Accommodation: Hotel 8 / 13
Day 12 Udaipur Visit Udaipur's City Palace, one of the largest royal palaces in India. Enjoy an optional boat ride on the famous Lake Pichola (seasonal - depending on the water level in the lake) and marvel at the island palaces off Jag Nivas and Jag Mandir. In the evening, perhaps enjoy a traditional concert that combines seven traditional Rajasthani folk dances. Included Activities = Udaipur - City Palace Accommodation: Hotel Optional Activities = Udaipur - Cultural performance - INR120 = Udaipur - Lake boat ride - INR400 Day 13 Pushkar Take an air-conditioned train to Ajmer and then a private vehicle to your hotel in Pushkar. Enjoy a walking tour to visit the bustling ghats and temples around Pushkar Lake, and watch as the devout worship by the holy water. Share a meal with a local Pushkar family and learn about their life living in the desert. Included Activities = Pushkar - Walking Tour Included meals: lunch Travel time: Train to Ajmer approx. 6 hours. Accommodation: Hotel 9 / 13
Day 14 Pushkar - Delhi Early risers can hike up to the Savitri Temple for amazing sunrise views over the town this morning. There might even be a steaming glass of chai waiting for you at the top if the chai man is there. You'll have free time to enjoy the rest of the morning in Pushkar. The Shatabdi Express train departs Ajmer around 2 pm for the trip back to Delhi, arriving at around 10:40 pm. Accommodation: Hotel Taj Princess / 15 A/25 WEA Ajmal Khan Road Opposite Jesa Ram Hospital / Karol Bagh / Delhi / 110005 / INDIA For trips departing on the following dates, use this finish point: 27 Sep 19, 11 Oct 19, 15 Oct 19, 17 Oct 19, 18 Oct 2019, 20 Oct 2019, 22 Oct 19, 25 Oct 2019, 1 Nov 19, 7 Nov 19, 8 Nov 19, 10 Nov 19, 14 Nov 19, 15 Nov 19, 17 Nov 19, 22 Nov 19, 26 Nov 19, 26 Nov 19, 29 Nov 19, 6 Dec 19, 20 Dec 19, 27 Dec 19 Hotel Swati Deluxe / 17/A 32 WEA Gurudwara Road Opp Jessa Ram Hospital / Karol Bagh / Delhi / INDIA Optional Activities = Pushkar - Savitri Temple - Free Day 15 Delhi There are no activities planned for the final day and you're able to depart the accommodation at any time. Note: Please bear in mind that the train could be delayed. So, if you want to leave Delhi early in the morning, allow enough time before your flight. We suggest you do not book a flight before 3 am. ACCOMMODATION ON YOUR TRIP During the trip you might stay in the following accomondation. Please note that, depending on availabilities, these may vary from departure to departure. Day 1 Hotel Taj Princess (http://www.tajprincess.com/) Day 2 Hotel Taj Princess Day 3 Taj Vilas (http://www.hotelthetajvilas.com/gallery.html) Day 4 Fort Madhogarh (http://www.fortmadhogarh.in/) Day 5 Wall Street (http://the-wall-street-hotel-jaipur.hotelsgds.com/photo-gallery/) Day 6 Wall Street Day 7 Raj palace (http://rajpalaceranthambhore.com/) Day 8 Ishwari Niwas Heritage (http://www.ishwariniwas.com/) Day 9 Pangarh Camp (http://pangarh.com/) 10 / 13
Day 10 Castle Bijaipur (http://www.castlebijaipur.co.in/) Day 11 Pichola haveli (www.oyorooms.com/17291-budget-oyo-10319-hotel-pichola-haveli-udaipur) Day 12 Pichola haveli Day 13 Gulaab Niwas (http://www.gulaabniwaas.com/) Day 14 Hotel Clark International (http://www.hotelclarkindia.com/) Day 15 - IMPORTANT NOTES = YOLO requires a copy of your scanned passport bio page at time of booking to complete bookings for Ranthambhore National Park visit. = Make sure your luggage is light and compact enough to be able to carry it up and down multiple flights of stairs (ie. in train stations, hotels without elevators). = There are a number of long travel days on this trip. Some journeys take between six to eight hours, but are a great opportunity to get to know locals, fellow travellers and the diverse scenery. = It's important to prepare for hot sticky temperatures during the day and cooler climates in the evening, particularly in the desert. Layers are the one of the best ways to tackle this disparity in weather. = We visit a number of temples on this trip, which requires a certain level of modesty. Please bring clothes that cover the arms and pants/skirts that go past the knees. A light scarf is also a good idea for covering shoulders and arms when it's hot. = Visas are the responsibility of the individual traveller. Entry requirements can change at any time, so it's important that you check for the latest information. Please visit the relevant consular website of the country or countries you're visiting for detailed and up-to-date visa information specific to your nationality. Visas can take several weeks to process, so familiarise yourself with any requirements as soon as you have booked your trip to allow for processing time and costs. = We recommend 270 € for meals not included during the trip. = This is a shared tour. That means that tour operators from all over the world book their guests onto this tour. So you will be travelling in an international group. PREISHINWEISE = Einzelzimmerzuschlag: 369 € = Langstreckenflug Frankfurt - Delhi und zurück: ab 599 € = Rail & Fly innerhalb Deutschlands (1. bzw. 2. Klasse): abhängig von der Airline, auf Anfrage = Flughafentransfers im Zielland: Transfer vom Flughafen Delhi zum Starthotel 38 € pro Auto (bis zu 2 Personen), Transfer vom letzten Rundreisehotel zum Flughafen Delhi 38 € pro Auto (bis zu 2 Personen) = Vor- bzw. Anschlussübernachtung im Tourhotel Preise pro Nacht und Person (exkl. Frühstück): Vorübernachtung 32 € p.P. im DZ , 64 € p.P. im EZ ; Anschlussübernachtung 32 € p.P. im DZ, 64 € p.P. 11 / 13
im EZ = Bitte beachten: Bei Vor- und Anschlussübernachtung ist ein halbes Doppelzimmer nicht buchbar 12 / 13
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