AUSTRALIAN WOMENS TRAVEL

DAY 1: SATURDAY - November 4

AUSTRALIA TO DELHI

NIGHT: DELHI

Welcome to India, our tour begins in Delhi.

On arrival, depending on flight arrival time we can explore Delhi and get to know the rest of the group as we share this adventure, that will enthrall and delight even the most experienced of travellers.

Included: Private transfer from the airport to hotel/Orientation/Accommodation /Tour Escort

Not included: Lunch, dinner, refreshments, and items of a personal nature.

DAY 2: SUNDAY - November 5

DELHI TO AGRA

NIGHT: AGRA

Here we go! Today we travel in our private vehicle to Agra, the home of the famous Taj Mahal, enjoying the sights and sounds of India on the way .

Included: Breakfast/ Private transfer with our private vehicle and driver/ Orientation/Accommodation/Tour Escort

Not included: Lunch, dinner, refreshments, and items of a personal nature. 

DAY 3: MONDAY - November 6

AGRA

NIGHT: AGRA

Today we visit one of the wonders of the world, we will set off early to see the Taj Mahal come to life, a memorable experience.

Time to explore this extraordinary structure and its gardens & surrounds, after which we will have breakfast on the rooftop of a very authentic Indian hotel, with the best views of the Taj Mahal in town.

Join me after breakfast, for a walk around the market and town area of ‘Taj Ganj’ the busy, authentic historic area of Agra.

Later in the day we will take a tour through the world heritage listed ‘Agra Fort’ followed by a visit to the exquisite Mini Taj Mahal, known as the ‘Jewel Box. ‘

We will also make a visit today to ‘Sheroes Café’ a special place run by brave women, all of whom are survivors of acid attacks.

Included: Breakfast overlooking the Taj Mahal/ Private transfers with private vehicle & driver to the Red Fort and Mini Taj Mahal and other sights in Agra/Entrance tickets to the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort/Tuk Tuk ride from Taj Mahal to Hotel/ Tour Escort/ Refreshments at ' Sheroes cafe.'

Not included: Lunch, dinner, refreshments other that at Sheroes Cafe and items of a personal nature.

DAY 4: TUESDAY - November 7

AGRA TO JAIPUR

NIGHT: JAIPUR

Today we will be travelling to Jaipur, the Pink City, with our private vehicle and driver, stopping at places of interest along the way.

As we approach Jaipur, we will visit the village of Albineri and the famous Chand Baori step well.

Jaipur is the colorful capital of Rajasthan. Marvel at the crowded streets packed with cars, camels, elephants, rickshaws and tuk tuks.

Included: Breakfast / Private transfers with personal vehicle & drivers from Ranthambore to Jaipur, enjoying the sights along the way/Entrance Chand Baori Step well/Accommodation/ Tour Escort

Not included: Lunch, dinner, refreshments, and items of a personal nature.

DAY 5: WEDNESDAY - November 8

JAIPUR

NIGHT: JAIPUR

Today we are exploring the magical city Pink City of Jaipur.  We will have a great photo opportunity of the Hawa Mahal, (Palace of the winds) and the Old Pink City.

First stop an opportunity to taste the best 'Lassi' in India, at the famous Lassi shop.

Followed by a memorable visit to the stunning Amber Fort, where we take jeeps to take us up to the entrance from the carpark!

A visit to the famous ‘Blue Pottery’ of Jaipur is a must in Jaipur, after which we ask you, the tour participants, what you would like to look at Textiles? Rugs? Gemstones? Antiques? There are amazing things everywhere!

Included:  Breakfast / Private tour of the sights of Jaipur with personal vehicle & driver/Entrance Amber Fort/Jeep ride up to Amber Fort from car park/Accommodation/ Tour Escort.

Not included: Lunch, dinner, refreshments, and items of a personal nature.

DAY 6: THURSDAY- November 9

JAIPUR TO MANDAWA

NIGHT: MANDAWA

This morning we travel to Mandawa, which is located in the Shekhawati region, in the northern part of Rajasthan. Enroute we will visit Dundlod Fort, an opportunity to see how the Indian Nobles lived. 

A region known as an ‘Open Air Gallery', with forts, palaces and ornate traditional merchant houses known as Havelis, which are often decorated with colourful frescoes. Mandawa ,encapsulates all of this and we will take an evening stroll though this captivating town.

Included:  Breakfast / Transfer from Jaipur to Mandawa with our private vehicle and driver, enjoying the sights along the way/Haveli walking tour /Entrance Dudlod Fort /Accommodation/ Tour Escort.

Not included: Lunch, dinner, refreshments, and items of a personal nature.

DAY 7: FRIDAY- November 10

MANDAWA

NIGHT: MANDAWA

This morning we will continue our exploration of Mandawa and its Havelis, exploring back streets and markets. We will have the afternoon free to further explore or rest.

We can organise someone to come to the hotel and henna your hands if you would like.

Included:  Breakfast /Morning walking tour /Accommodation/ Tour Escort.

Not included: Lunch, dinner, refreshments, and items of a personal nature.

DAY 8: SATURDAY - November 11

MANDAWA TO PUSHKAR

NIGHT PUSHKAR

This morning we will farewell Mandawa and drive once more through beautiful Rajasthan to Pushkar, a holy town in the state of Rajasthan, famous for the Pushkar lake, various Ghats and temples spread all around the lake.

The markets in Pushkar are literally dripping with gorgeous things, this is a terrific place to buy gifts or purchase  something unique and special for yourself, as a memory of India.

Included:  Breakfast / Transfer from Mandawa to Pushkar with our private vehicle and driver, enjoying the sights along the way/ Market orientation /Accommodation/ Tour Escort.

Not included: Lunch, dinner, refreshments and items of a personal nature.

DAY 9: SUNDAY - November 12

PUSHKAR

NIGHT: PUSHKAR

The word 'Pushkar' means lotus flower, which is said to be the seat of Brahma, it is often called "Tirth Raj” the king of pilgrimage sites.

Today we will have free, to explore the town and markets, if you love Silver Jewellery & Textiles,  this is a  great place to  shop.

Included:  Breakfast /Market orientation /Accommodation/ Tour Escort.

Not included: Lunch, dinner, refreshments and items of a personal nature.

DAY 10: MONDAY November 13 

PUSHKAR TO JODHPUR
NIGHT JODHPUR 

This morning we travel in our private vehicle through Rajasthan to Jodhpur, which is also known as the Blue City, stopping along the way at points of interest. 

This evening we will all go on a ‘horse and carts' ride to explore the colourful lane ways, markets and   sights of Jodhpur, an unforgettable ride. 

We will eat dinner eat dinner in the shadow of the magnificently illuminated Mehrangarh Fort, which stands in a perpendicular cliff, 400 ft. above us.

Included:  Breakfast / Transfer from Pushkar to Jodhpur with our private vehicle and driver, enjoying the sights along the way /Horse and cart ride /Accommodation/ Tour Escort.

Not included: Lunch, dinner, refreshments and items of a personal nature.

DAY 11: TUESDAY November 14 

JODHPUR

NIGHT: JODHPUR 

This morning a visit of the extraordinary Mehrangarh Fort and marvel at the lives of the Maharajahs. Considered as one of the most formidable and magnificent forts of Rajasthan, Mehrangarh fort was built by Rao Jodha in the year 1459.

On our way we will also visit Jaswant Thada, which was built by Maharajah Sardar Singh in 1899, in memory of his father and serves as a cremation ground for the royal Rajpur family of Marwar.

Markets, bazaars, alleyways, exploration and more. Later in the day we will visit the famous ‘Spice Girls' of Jodhpur and enjoy their knowledge of spices.

Included:  Breakfast / Private tour of the sights of Jodhpur with private vehicle and driver/ Entrance to Mehrangarh Fort & Jaswant Thada / Accommodation/Tour Escort

Not included: Lunch, dinner, refreshments and items of a personal nature.

DAY 12: WEDNESDAY November 15

JODHPUR TO RAVLA KEMPUR

NIGHT: RAVLA KHEMPUR

Today we travel through the heart of the remote and enchanting valley of the Arvallis, with its tiny villages and beautiful scenery. 

We will stop on route to visit the very special 'Om Banna' temple, one of the most fascinating and unusual temples in India.

We will be staying tonight at 'Ravla Khempur’ home of the original Best Exotic Marigold Hotel and where many scenes for the movie were shot.

Ravla Khempur, is also a stud for the world-famous Marwari horses.

Included:  Breakfast / Transfer from Jodhpur to Ravla Kemphur with private vehicle and driver / Visit to Om Banna Temple /Accommodation/Tour Escort

Not included: Lunch, dinner, refreshments and items of a personal nature

DAY 13: THURSDAY - November 16

RAVLA KHEMPUR TO UDAIPUR

NIGHT: UDAIPUR

Today we travel to Udaipur, referred to as the "Venice of the East" and also known as the White City.

In the afternoon we will take Tuks tuks and visit the local spice market. Dinner this evening overlooking the mesmerizing Lake Picola, with the Lake Palace in full view.

Included:  Breakfast / Transfer from Ravla Khempur to Udaipur ,with our private vehicle and driver, enjoying the sights along the way /Tuk tuks to local spice  market/ Accommodation/ Tour Escort.

Not included: Lunch, dinner, refreshments and items of a personal nature.

DAY 14: FRIDAY - November 17

UDAIPUR

NIGHT: UDAIPUR

This morning we will visit the extraordinary City Palace, with magnificent aerial views of the surrounding area.

Today we will also take a boat ride on beautiful Lake Pichola.

This afternoon is free time to explore or rest.

More great silver and textiles for sale in this town!!

Included:  Breakfast / Entrance to City Palace / Boat ride on Lake Pichola / Accommodation/Tour Escort

Not included: Lunch, dinner, refreshments and items of a personal nature.

DAY 15: SATURDAY - November 18

UDAIPUR TO BUNDI

NIGHT BUNDI

On our way north to Ranthambore ,we will be stopping the night in Bundi.

Bundi is like nowhere else in Rajasthan. Located in the south-eastern region, in a narrow valley within the Aravalli Hills like a small oasis.

Bundi is a captivating town, which is lined with Brahmin-blue houses, lakes, hills, bazaars and a temple at every turn.

We will take a walk around this enchanting town this evening before dinner.

Included:  Breakfast / Transfer Udaipur to Bundi  with private vehicle and driver/Orientation Bundi / Accommodation / Tour Escort.

Not included: Lunch, dinner, refreshments, and items of a personal nature.

DAY 16: SUNDAY - November 19
BUNDI TO RANTHAMBORE

NIGHT: RANTHAMBORE

Today we will travel to Ranthambore National Park, home of the great Bengal Tiger, you will have both a morning and afternoon Canter Safari Tour of the park during our stay, and experience many other delights of nature.

Included:  Breakfast / Transfer Bundi to Ranthambore with private vehicle and driver/ Canter Safari/ Accommodation / Tour Escort.

Not included: Lunch, dinner, refreshments, and items of a personal nature.

DAY 17: MONDAY - November 20

RANTHANBORE

NIGHT: RANTHAMBORE

Here we are in Ranthambore National Park, famous for its tigers and is one of the best locations in India to see the majestic predators in its natural habitat. It is one of the biggest and most renowned national parks in Northern India. Being considered as one of the famous and former hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Jaipur, today the Ranthambore National Park terrain is major wildlife tourist attraction.

Included:  Breakfast / Canter Safari /Accommodation/ Tour Escort.

Not included: Lunch, dinner, refreshments, and items of a personal nature.

DAY 18: TUESDAY - November 21

RANTHAMBORE TO ALWAR

NIGHT: ALWAR

Our stepping - stone from Ranthambore to Delhi is Alwar, one of the oldest cities in Rajasthan. Alwar is famous for its majestic fort and its delicious milk cake.

The journey of the city of Alwar and its origins can be traced back to 1500 BC. Nestled in the lap of the green hills of the Aravalli range, it is home to beautiful palaces and forts from an era long gone. 

Included:  Breakfast / Transfer Ranthambore to Alwar  with private vehicle and driver/Orientation Alwar / Accommodation / Tour Escort.

Not included: Lunch, dinner, refreshments, and items of a personal nature.

DAY 19: WEDNESDAY - November 22

NIGHT: DELHI

Today we return to Delhi, where we will have time to relax and regroup for our flight home tomorrow.

An opportunity to share our experiences with each other as we share a final dinner before our departure in the morning.

Included:  Breakfast / Private transfer Alwar to Delhi  /Accommodation/Tour Escort

Not included: Lunch. dinner, refreshments and items of a personal nature.

DAY 20: THURSDAY – Nov 23

DEPART DELHI FOR AUSTRALIA

NIGHT:  FLYING

Our tour has come to an end, this morning transfer to Delhi International Airport where we will depart India and make our way home to Australia, with wonderful memories of India.

Included: Private transfer Hotel Delhi to Airport (with group) 

Not included: Breakfast, Lunch. dinner, refreshments, and items of a personal nature.