India family holiday
| country: | India |
| location: | Rajasthan, Golden Triangle in India |
| departures: | 2009: 19 Dec, 26 Dec 2010: 2 Jan, 5 Jan, 12 Jan, 25 Sep, 18 Dec, 25 Dec, 28 Dec 2011: 1 Jan, 4 Jan, 8 Jan |
| price: | From £730 (15 days) excluding flights. We can arrange flights from the UK. |
| vouchers: | Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday |
the amazing things you'll be doing
With castles, campfires and camel rides on the agenda, this trip will captivate travellers both big and small. Peek in the windows of the Palace of the Winds, travel upon ‘ships of the desert’, try to spot tigers on safari and see the amazing Taj Mahal. From the colour and chaos of Delhi, to Rajasthan’s enchanting cities and Agra’s iconic sights, dive headfirst into this amazing adventure.
day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1: | Delhi. Colourful and chaotic, Delhi is a great introduction to the subcontinent. Explore the craft museaum and Hindu temples. |
| Days 2-3: | Jaipur. Discover the very ornate and very pink Hawa Mahal and explore the hilltop Amber Fort. Spend free time in Jaipur strolling the winding streets, shopping in the bazaars or even take in a Hindi movie at the spectacular Raj Mandir Cinema. |
| Days 4-5: | Pushkar. Travel out into the dunes onboard the 'Ships of the Desert' - camels. Back in Pushkar walk among pilgrims and sadhus, devout holy men, on the lakeside ghats or take an early morning stroll to a hilltop temple for amazing views over the town. |
| Days 6-7: | Udaipur. From scenic Lake Pichola to the hilltop Monsoon Palace, Udaipur blossoms with beautiful sights. Head out into the hills to discover marble palaces, take in a dynamic local dance performance and shop for souvenirs in the tangled streets. |
| Days 8-9: | Bijaipur. Take a journey of discovery past tribal people and rural villages on our way to Bijaipur. Stay in a fortified mansion and head out to see local sights on a jeep safari. With free time, jump on a bicycle for a ride through the countryside or relax poolside. |
| Day 10: | Bundi. The thriving old city of Bundi is small enough to explore on foot. Absorb the timeless atmosphere in the colourful fruit market, see the intricately carved step-wells and visit the hillside palace. |
| Day 11: | Ranthambhore National Park. A safari through one of the original Project Tiger reserves offers the chance to see sambar deer, wild boar, crocodiles and, if we're really lucky, the elusive Bengal tiger. |
| Day 12: | Bharatpur. Chat with the locals on a public train on the way to the Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary. With more than 400 species of birds flitting through the trees, the sanctuary is a great place to spend the afternoon. |
| Day 13: | Agra. Wander through the impressive Red Fort imagining how emperors once lived, and see India's most recognisable monument - the Taj Mahal. There may be an opportunity to see how handmade carpets are woven. |
| Days 14-15: | Delhi. Return to Delhi in time for a final farewell breakfast and a chance to continue exploring the city's fantastic sights. |
small group family holiday
This is a 'small group family adventure' - typically you will join several other families and travel in a group of approx. 16 people. The trips are great value and a great way for you and your children to meet new people! While itineraries are pre-planned there is some flexibility and you'll have plenty of time to yourselves. Most adventure kids tend to be aged between 7 and 15, but some are younger (minimum age is usually 5) and some older (perhaps travelling as part of a larger family group). Please check with the operator to confirm the minimum age for this trip highly commended
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how this holiday makes a difference
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This trip is for those who want to see the a huge area of Northern India on a trip that caters for adults and children alike. It is a wonderful opportunity to introduce your children to India's extreme cultural diversity, and to gain greater insight into this chaotic, colourful, soulful, developing part of the world.
Our India Family Adventure leaders have a wealth of knowledge about the country and will give travellers a fantastic introduction to this fascinating place. All travellers are encouraged to learn about and show respect for cultural differences. Small groups assist this process and allow for greater interaction with local people. In true Intrepid style we use some local transport to enable travellers to experience cultures at first hand, offering greater opportunity for cross-cultural understanding. Travellers are each given a "Responsible Travel" bag of information including trip specific guidelines for minimising impact, a language sheet, general information on responsible travel issues in India and information on worthwhile projects that Intrepid supports in India. The bags are made by members of Karm Marg, a movement for street children and young adults in Delhi. In the Rajasthan desert travellers participate in an overnight camel safari, a great opportunity to learn about these unique creatures and the people who work closely with them. In Sanganer we support a variety of local industries, including paper making, pottery and block printing. We may also be able to visit the Help in Suffering shelter for animals. Travelling out to Ranthambhore National Park is an opportunity for travellers to support one of the original Project Tiger Parks, and to appreciate some of what is left of natural India. At the end of the journey travellers may donate any unwanted clothing, medicine and bandages, which are distributed to appropriate local charities. |
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