Inspirational India - A Women Only Tour, Winter 2021
Overview
Highlights
- Delhi: Meet Masterji Kee Haveli, a passionate local foodie, for a walk through the streets of Old Delhi, where you’ll witness some of the city’s most famous street food some to life.
- Agra: Dine for lunch at the beautiful Laxmi Niwas Palace in Bharatpur.
- Jodhpur: Dine on local specialties at the niche Khaas Bagh restaurant, offering an ostentatious display of styles throughout India’s time periods, from vintage and colonial to modern.
- Ranakpur: Enjoy an al fresco lunch served under a 300-year-old banyan tree at Mountbatten lodge, a unique boutique hotel in the wilderness.
- Udaipur: Toast to your travels over a Celebration Dinner with Bedla Family. This family has played a significant role in the affairs of the state over the past few centuries and has had the distinction of serving their cuisine to Queen Elizabeth, Jacqueline Kennedy and Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the first prime minister of independent India.
- Dining Summary: 11 Breakfasts (B), 1 Lunch with Wine (LW) and 4 Dinners with wine (DW), all with tea or coffee.
- Delhi: With Insight Choice, you can choose between two included experience. Gain insights into the craft of glass jewelry-making from a local artist. Alternatively, join an Abhyangam wellness experience, including a massage.
- Jaipur: Choose between a Bollywood dance class or a demonstration on hand painting – the art of ‘Mehndi’ with natural ‘Henna’ powders.
- Jaipur: Choose between an interesting walking tour of the old city of Jaipur or a visit to the Block Printing and Blue Pottery Workshop.
- Agra: Meet the women of Sheroes Hangout, an inspirational, one-of-a-kind women’s café that employs and empowers acid attack survivors from various backgrounds.
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Trip includes
- Accommodation in hand picked hotels in the best locations
- Escorted by an expert Travel Director throughout
- Business class legroom onboard your 40 seater luxury air conditioned coach
- Included airport transfer service on first and last day of the trip (selected times)
- Hotels and restaurant tips included
- Concierge service and luggage handling throughout
Itinerary
After your arrival at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi Airport, you are greeted with the traditional floral garland and transferred to your hotel. Tonight, join your Travel Director and fellow female travellers for a welcome drink, followed by dinner at a local restaurant. (Welcome dinner)
Dive into Old Delhi’s symphony of sounds, smells, tastes and colours as you wander down beautiful narrow lanes and taste authentic Delhi street food. Visit a an elegant haveli, an old private mansion and enjoy a delicious lunch with a local family. This afternoon, vis...
Today your focus is on New Delhi, largely built by the British in the early 20th century and home to most official government buildings. Drive along the Rajpath to see the war memorial India Gate and the colonnaded Parliament House. Visit the sublime UNESCO World Heri...
Journey to Agra and visit its historical fort complex resembling a walled city. The Agra fort is made up of a series of impressive buildings including the Sheesh Mahal or “glass palace” and the The Muthamman Burj. Make Travel Matter as you visit the Sheroes Café and m...
Put on a traditional saree in preparation for your visit to the Taj Mahal, a true highlight of your journey. Marvel at this monument dedicated to love after you are fast-tracked through the gates. Following the death of his wife, Emperor Shahjahan vowed to honour her ...
On your city tour see the Hawa Mahal, the Palace of the Winds, boasting a lace-like facade with its 953 windows. Visit the royal observatory Jantar Mantar, and the neighbouring City Palace that houses a fabulous collection of Rajasthani and Mughal art. Make Travel Mat...
Start your day with a yoga session led by a female guru and explore the deeper meaning of yoga postures, breathing techniques, and the importance of harmony between body, mind and spirit. Explore Jaipur with Insight Choice. Choose to go on a walking tour in the bazaar...
Meet the female artisans of the Sunder Rang Arts and Crafts Project in Chandelao village producing traditional Rajasthani textiles and handicrafts. The workshop enables and empowers women to earn a fair living through developing their craft skills and providing a sust...
This morning, venture to a nearby village in a jeep and meet the Bishnoi people who have protected nature for more than 500 years and are responsible for the survival of species like the majestic black buck antelope. On your return to Jodhpur, visit the magnificent Me...
Travel to Ranakpur and explore the elaborate carvings and classic architecture of the Jain Temples before meeting a priest and attending a special prayer ceremony. Enjoy an al fresco lunch served under a 300-year-old banyan tree at Mountbatten Lodge, a unique boutique...
Explore the City Palace complex and visit the Jagdish Temple and the Garden of the Maids of the Honour. Make Travel Matter as you visit the Seva Mandir Organization working for women’s empowerment and to build stronger and more ethical communities. Wander through the ...
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before you fly to Delhi and your journey comes to an end. For your onward travels please schedule your flight after 21:00 from Delhi. (Breakfast)
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- Expert designs the itinerary for you, and once approved, takes care of logistics
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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