trip details for india family adventure (FIN)

This family adventure holiday combines the culture of ancient India with the country's wildlife, birdlife and stunning scenery. But adventure travel is more than just taking you to a destination, it is immersing you in it, from top to toe. That is where overland travel really comes into its own as we will ensure that you meet the local people, exploring small villages as well as the towns and cities. Family travel must also be about fun and so we have added fun places to stay out in the Rajasthan Desert and Ranthambore National Park.
Family adventure travel in India is for kids and adults alike and we urge you to try travelling through India overland on this great little holiday.

' Our favourite things have to be: camel riding across the desert, swimming in the pool, riding in the Dragoman truck (called Archie!), riding in the auto rickshaws, seeing a leopard in Ranthambore National Park and, of course, the Taj Mahal'. Ellen and Maddie Hutson

is this trip for me?

Route: New Delhi to New Delhi or v.v.

Length of Section: 10 Nights

Profile: This family adventure holiday combines the culture of ancient India with the country's wildlife, birdlife and stunning scenery. Family travel must also be about fun, so we have added heaps of activities - riding camels out in the Rajasthan Desert and tiger spotting in Ranthambore National Park, going on rickshaw tours and elephant rides. Overland travel really comes into its own by getting you off the beaten track, and there'll be plenty of chances to meet local people and their families, exploring small villages as well as the towns and cities. Going overland is a brilliant way for a family to enjoy the vibrancy and colours of India.

Comfort Zone: 2 out of 5 [explain comfort zone rating]

Physical Rating: 2 out of 6 [explain physical rating]

Crew: 2 Western crew, local guides as necessary

Vehicle: Overland expedition vehicle, rickshaws, camels, jeeps.

Accommodation: Fun small hotels, small palaces, cottages and havelis. Full details can be found in the trip notes. Meal Plan: 11 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches, 5 Dinners (100% hotels)

what's included?

Nights 1-3: Delhi & Rajasthan Desert

Experience the hustle and bustle of Delhi on a city tour
Camel trip and village walk in Rajasthani desert communities
2 night stay in the atmospheric Shekhavati region of Rajasthan

Nights 4-5: Jaipur

Guided visit to the imposing Amber Palace
Traditional evening with music in Jaipur
2 night stay and guided tour of Jaipur, the beautiful Pink City

Nights 6-8: Indian Wildlife

2 night stay and tiger/wildlife jeep safari at Ranthambore NP
Guided rickshaw trip in the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary

Nights 9-10: Agra & Surrounds

2 night stay in the historic city of Agra
Discover the hidden secrets of Fatehpur Sikri, Akbar's ancient capital
Rickshaw trip and guided tour of the Taj and Red Fort

Final Day: Return to Delhi

Final group meal at traditional restaurant in Delhi

notes:

General notes: Price Notes: There is no kitty or local payment. On our family trips we have no kitty or local payments because there is nothing worse than travelling around with wads of cash while trying to supervise the kids. From personal experience we know that families need to relax and forget about the hassle of money for a while. Pay upfront and bring only what you need for the extras.

Child's Price: There is a 10% discount off the trip price. Children must be aged 6 or above. Teenagers from 16 - 18 will be charged adult price. Children must be accompanied by 1 or more adults.

Hotels:
Delhi: Central city three star type hotel (air conditioning, etc).
Mandawa: Desert Resort, a purpose built village of mud brick cottages with local painted walls set in the desert or beautifully restored local Haveli.
Jaipur: small Maharaja Palace in central Jaipur.
Bharatpur: small local hotel near the bird sanctuary or campsite.
Agra: 2 star air-conditioned tourist hotel with pool.
Ramthanbore Nat. Park, small cottage style rurual resort.l.

Hotel accommodation is based on twin and/or triple sharing. At the time of booking please indicate your family's room requirements. If we do not hear from you we will book rooms we consider suitable.

Please note: Because of the nature of the areas we travel through we cannot guarantee the exact hotels we will stay in.

Because of limited flight availability in school holidays please book early.