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INDIA, NEPAL & BHUTAN

TRIP OVERVIEW Encounter illustrious temple artistry of magnificent Hindu legends, bustling bazaars dressed in colourful textiles and unforgettable scenery of the world’s mightiest peaks on our 14-day itinerary through a trio of fascinating regions. Experience India’s hill towns surrounded by luscious tea gardens, grand Buddhist architecture overlooking Bhutan’s valley dwelling capital and Nepal’s unparalleled landscapes that will leave an everlasting impression.

ITINERARY & DETAILS ­­­­This document aims to give you all the information that you require for a DAY 7: Thimphu B/L/D smooth and comfortable trip to India, Nepal and Bhutan. Please take the After breakfast, a full day city tour of Thumphu awaits. Witness visitors whirling time to read this dossier to familiarise yourself with all the aspects of our large prayer wheels at the National Memorial Chorte in memory of Bhutan’s third tour. It includes important information such as flight details, visa requirements king, proceeded by a stroll through flurrying pilgrims and along changangkha and travel insurance. temple’s kora to admire views of the surrounding mountainscape. Later today inspect the intricate crafting process of traditional artistic pieces within ‘the Your included meal guide: painting school’, before gazing at one of the largest Buddhist statues in the B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner world, the ginormous 50 metre Buddha Dordenma sat upon a three-story throne.

DAY 1: UK to Delhi DAY 8: Thimphu B/L/D Depart London on your scheduled, overnight flight to Delhi. Today visit the charming town of Paro to experience one of Bhutan’s highlights, a horseback ride up to the famed Tiger’s Nest Monastery which clings to a granite DAY 2: Delhi L/D peak 3,000 metres above sea level. Local lore alleges that it is here that Guru On arrival into Delhi you will be met by a local guide and transferred to your hotel. Padmasambaya arrived on the back of a tigress in the 8th century and then This afternoon, enjoy a sightseeing tour of the dramatic Red Fort, a Mughal proceeded to meditate for three months. Return to Thumphu for your final night stronghold famed for grand sandstone monuments. Pass vibrant spice bazaars in Bhutan. en route to British-built New Delhi, admire the distinct Islamic architecture of Humayun’s Tomb amongst landscaped gardens and the domineering pastel DAY 9: Thimphu to Bandipur B/L/D shikharas of Birla Mandir. Transfer to the airport for your flight to the Nepalese capital of Kathmandu, from here travel to the hilltop settlement of Bandipur – a network of winding lanes, DAY 3: Delhi to Darjeeling B/L/D traditional Newari architecture and a welcoming community of farmers and Following breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Bagdogra, from here traders. Spend your afternoon on a guided tour exploring the town’s charming continue to the town of Darjeeling where you will spend the next three nights. bazaar flanked by pagoda-style temples. Spaced across a mountainous ridge overlooking emerald tea plantations, this town proudly displays colonial architecture alongside Buddhist monasteries with DAY 10: Bandipur B/L/D a dramatic Himalayan backdrop. Enjoy a much needed rest this morning before embarking on a leisurely hike around Bandipur, exploring secret caves along the hill trails and quaint villages untouched by modern civilisation. DAY 4: Darjeeling B/L/D Today enjoy a trip along the UNESCO recognised Himalayan Railway line. This DAY 11: Bandipur to Bhaktapur B/L/D dramatic alpine course boasts unfolding panoramic scenery dominated by the Depart Bandipur this morning and head to Bhaktapur in Nepal. Having settled in, world’s third highest mountain – Kangchenjunga. En route visit the Tibetan enjoy an afternoon tour of this UNESCO recognised city to spot Durbar Square’s Refugee Centre to observe mesmerising woollen work spun before your eyes, distinct Golden Gate, a portal boasting exquisite gilding of the Garuda fending off then continue to the Mountaineering Museum for a fascinating insight into the first mythological serpents. Climb a stairway guarded by legendary stone guardians to perilous British expeditions of Everest. Discover Himalayan bears, red pandas, peer at Nepal’s tallest temple before returning to Bhaktapur for your evening meal. Tibetan wolves and a growing population of endangered snow leopards at the Himalayan Zoological Park – considered one of India’s best zoos. DAY 12: Bhaktapur to Kathmandu B/L/D Following breakfast head to Kathmandu, a metropolis of people-packed alleys, DAY 5: Darjeeling B/L/D vibrant Newari craft markets and an ancient rhythm of worship enduring within the From your vantage point of Tiger Hill, witness the breath-taking spectacle city’s striking medieval temple. of daybreak illuminating the snow-coated Himalayan horizon. Following this unforgettable scene, enjoy a tour through the aromatic Happy Valley Tea Estate DAY 13: Kathmandu B/L/D to observe the withering, rolling, fermenting and drying process of tea leaves. A full day tour of Kathmandu commences after breakfast where you will visit After lunch, enjoy an afternoon in Darjeeling relaxing or taking in a unique the iconic Boudhanath to admire Asia’s largest stupa beneath a canopy of shopping experience along Mall Road. coloured prayer flags. Continue to the UNESCO recognised Swayambhunath, an ancient complex displaying a fascinating jumble of Hindu and Buddhist iconography amongst an intoxicating aroma of incense. Take some time to explore B/L/D DAY 6: Darjeeling to Thimphu Pashupatinath, Nepal’s most important Hindu temple used to bless pilgrims and This morning, fly to the charming town of Paro in Bhutan and onto the capital city kings alike. meal. of Thimphu. Sprawled along Thimphu Valley, the city’s recent construction boom has created a juxtaposition of commercial zest alongside Buddhist monuments B peppered with crimson-robed monks. Check in to your hotel for the next three DAY 14: Kathmandu to UK or extension After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your scheduled flight back to the UK, nights and enjoy an evening at leisure. or continue on to your chosen extension.

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ACCOMMODATION DETAILS & MAP

Hotel information 1 Number of nights spent

Delhi (1 night): 5H The Park Hotel

15 Parliament Street, Connaught Place, New Delhi - 110 001, India. Contact number: 0091 (0)11 2374 3000 < Asia Darjeeling (3 nights): 3H Little Tibet Hotel < The Mall Darjeeling, Darjeeling, West Bengal 734101, India Contact number: 0091 354 225 9877 Nepal

Thimphu (3 nights): 3H Gyelsa Boutique Kathmandu Jungchub lam, 11001 Thimphu, Bhutan 1 Delhi  Thimphu Contact number: 00 975-17111939 Bandipur 2 2 Bandipur (2 nights): 3H Gaun Ghar Resort 1 Paro 3  • Dumre-Bandipur Rd, Bandipur 56516, Nepal 3 Contact number: 00 977 1-4215431 Bhaktapur Bhutan Darjeeling • Bhaktapur (1 night): 4H Hotel Heritage Bhaktapur Rd, Bhaktapur 21164, Nepal  Bagdogra Contact number: 00 977 1-6611628 Coach India Kathmandu (2 nights): 4H Hotel Himalaya Air Sahid Shukra Marg, Kathmandu, Nepal 44700, Nepal Contact number: 00 977 1-5523900

Accommodation Final confirmation of your hotels will be sent in a document All accommodation is 3H, 4H or 5H and features an en-suite bathroom, approximately 10 days before you travel. heating/air-conditioning and a TV. Sunspot have visited and inspected all of the hotels to ensure that they meet the high standards of service which we require for Meals our clients. Should any of the hotels listed become unavailable you will be placed Breakfast is always western style and served in the hotel each morning. Lunch in alternative accommodation of the exact same standard. and dinner will either be always taken at local restaurants or at your hotel.

ON YOUR ARRIVAL On your arrival at Delhi Airport, please collect your luggage and proceed to the Telephone Number: 00 977-1-4700967/4701967 exit in the Customs Hall. You will be met by a representative of Champawati Mobile number: 00 977-9851093896/9841281454 Tours who will be holding a sign displaying: “Sunspot”. Your guide will be able to Email: [email protected] answer any queries you may have, however if you need to contact Champawati Emergency contact information Tours during your stay the details are: Please find below the emergency contact details for Champawati Tours: Champawati Tours & Travels P.Ltd Madan Adhikari: Mobile: 00977 9851093008 or 00977 9841281454 Z’ Street, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal

WHAT YOU NEED FOR YOUR TOUR Visas Insurance India: A visa is required for entry into India. British Citizen Passport Holders will We strongly recommend that you and all members of your party are suitably need to obtain an e-Tourist Visa (eTV) for travel to India. We work closely with insured as soon as you book your holiday. It is a condition of booking that you The Travel Visa Company who will be able to arrange your visa on your behalf. must have suitable travel insurance. It is important that you purchase travel Please call them on 01270 250 590 and quote “Sunspot”. The cost of the visa is insurance that suitably covers your participation in whatever activities you may approximately £72 per person. The Travel Visa Company can only apply for this undertake at the time that you make your booking. To assist you with this, we 120 days before your proposed travel date and takes around 10 working days to have arranged travel insurance in partnership with Holiday Extras. To arrange your issue. It is only valid for a 60 day single entry stay from the date of arrival. When travel insurance with Holiday Extras, please call 0800 781 4237 and quote calling the Travel Visa Company they will advise you of any changes to the fees ‘WK830’ for preferential rates. Please ensure you provide us with the name of or the procedure, they will also advise you of all information they will require in your insurer, policy number and their 24 hour emergency contact number as order to apply for the visa. Please inform them if you plan to take one of our India soon as possible. Sunspot will not be liable for any costs incurred by you due to Extensions as you will be required to have a multi entry visa. Alternatively you your failure to take out suitable travel insurance from the date of booking. can visit The Indian Visa Application Centre in London: 142-148 Goswell Road, London, EC1B 7DU. Tour Guides British passport holders do not need to obtain a visa for Nepal prior to departure. This is a fully escorted tour, meaning that you will be met on arrival in each Nepal: A Nepalese visa can be purchased on arrival into Kathmandu; you country by your local English speaking guide. will need to download a form from the Nepal Embassy website and present this completed form on arrival at immigration together with a passport sized Tipping photograph (we recommend taking a couple spare) and payment (currently USD Tipping is not compulsory and is at your discretion. For India should you wish to $25). When applying for the visa on arrival you will need to ensure you apply for tip, this will be collected by your guide at the end of this part of the tour for your a multiple entry visa. We recommend you check the following website before convenience. It is asked that if you do not tip in the local currency, please do not travelling for all the most up to date advice, requirements and any changes www. give coins as these are difficult to exchange. For Nepal, should you wish to tip, nepembassy.org.uk/visa. we recommend to tip both your driver and guide approximately £3.00 ($5.00) per Bhutan: British passport holders need to obtain a visa for Bhutan prior to travel. person per day in total. Should you wish to tip in Bhutan, we recommend to tip We have included this in the cost of your tour and will apply for this on your behalf your guide approx. USD $5 per person per day and your driver approx. USD $3 but for us to do this it is essential that you supply us with a colour photocopy of per person per day. the photo page of your passport you will be travelling on at least 60 days before you leave the UK. You can either scan or email this to us or put a copy in the post. It is essential that you travel on the passport that you have provided us a copy of and that your passport has at least 6 months validity after your trip ends. We strongly advise you to check with your destinations’ Tourist Board or Embassy for the most up-to-date guidelines regarding required passport validity.

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Health and Vaccinations Itinerary Changes It is your responsibility to check any health and vaccination requirements The order of events and sightseeing may vary according to local conditions or for applicable to your booked arrangements. We can only provide general operational purposes. For this reason, we have indicated approximate times only. information about this. Health and hygiene facilities and disease risks vary from Your local guide will inform you of any schedule changes as they are informed country to country. You should take health advice about your own needs as of them. Some road construction and/or weather conditions may lengthen the early as possible and in good time before your departure. Sources of information driving times. Our intention is to adhere to the day-to-day itinerary as printed; include; www.fco.gov.uk, www.travelhealthpro.org.uk, www.hpa.org.uk, however order of events and sightseeing may vary according to local conditions.. your General Practitioner or a specialist clinic. Personal Expenses Physical Accessibility You will need to take some extra money with you to cover any personal This tour is accessible to most people with a good level of fitness and normal purchases, such as souvenirs, laundry and extra drinks and snacks. mobility. It involves full days of sightseeing, often on foot, and includes some Approximately £400 per person will be sufficient for the duration of the tour. climbing of stairs and getting on and off coaches. This tour is not suitable for anyone with walking difficulties. Credit Card Information IMPORTANT NOTE: The tour also includes a full day hike to the Tiger’s Nest As normal practice you will be asked for your credit card details on check-in at Monastery in Paro, Bhutan. Whilst a horse ride to the top is included, they can the hotel in order to cover any extras incurred during your stay. If you do not have only take you so far and towards the end of the trek, to get to the very top of the a credit card you may be asked for a cash deposit. American Express, Diners Monastery, there are around 800 steps that must be walked on foot. You will Club, MasterCard and Visa are widely accepted in hotels.­­ also need to descend the entire way from the monastery as horses cannot take passengers down as the path is steep and uneven. It is important that you make Travel Plug Adaptor us aware of any health issues before you travel. Please note that it may not be As three different plug sockets are used it is best to bring a multi adapter/ recommended for you to participate in the Tiger’s Nest Monastery excursion if electric plug converter. The voltage in India, Nepal and Bhutan is 230 Volts. you are not in good physical health. Plugs and sockets have either grounded 3 pin connections or ungrounded 2 pin connections, except for Bhutan which has three different plug sockets. Should Group Size you plan to use your own hairdryer, travel iron, video camera, battery charger, The minimum number of travellers in your group will be 10, and the maximum will electric shaver etc, it is advisable to bring a multi-adaptor. be 35. If in the unlikely event there are less than 10 people booked on your tour date then you may be asked to change to a different date. A full refund will be Sale of Tobacco products in Bhutan made available to you should this alternative not be suitable. Selling or buying of tobacco and tobacco products is banned in Bhutan. However, bringing in products for personal consumption is allowed. If bringing Currency Exchange in tobacco products to Bhutan you may need to pay a tobacco tax upon arrival. The currency in India is the Rupee or Rs. The Rupee is a closed currency and Any tobacco products will be subject to a total of 200% tax on the value of the officially you are not allowed to take any cash out of India. The currency in Nepal product. is the Nepalese Rupee (NPR) and the currency in Bhutan is the Bhutanese Ngultrum (BTN). In India and Nepal US Dollars and UK sterling are both often accepted should you wish to keep an alternative currency on you. The Bhutanese Ngultrum is officially pegged to the Indian Rupee and Indian currency is accepted all over Bhutan. You will be able to exchange cash (but not traveller’s cheques) at the foreign exchange desk at Paro Airport and Bank of Bhutan branches in major towns such as Paro and Thimphu. Credit cards have limited acceptability in Bhutan, particularly in local shops and for smaller payments. There are ATMs in Thimphu and Paro but they generally only accept local cards, therefore, it is important that you take sufficient cash to exchange with you.

WHAT TO PACK • Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat in summer • Binoculars • Waterproof lightweight jacket • Mosquito/Insect Repellent • Flip flops or sandals (shoes that are easy to remove when going into • Personal toiletries and first aid kit containing travel pills, rehydration powder, religious buildings) plasters, stomach settlers, antiseptic creams, aspirin etc • Long, lightweight skirts or trousers and long sleeved tops (you will need to • Anti-bacterial hand gel. have your legs and arms covered when going into religious buildings) • An electric plug converter - three different plug sockets are used, so it is best • Comfortable walking shoes to bring a multi adapter • Warm clothing and thermals in winter • Loo paper for public WC’s • Camera and charger/spare batteries

FLIGHT INFORMATION Your initial flight is to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport with Jet Airways, departing from London Heathrow Terminal 4.

IMPORTANT: Please note that final flight details will be confirmed on your e-ticket and final documentation which will be sent to you approximately 10 days before departure.

Airport Extras hours before departure. Checked baggage allowance may vary. Please refer to If you wish to arrange Airport car parking, lounges or accommodation at the bottom right of your E-ticket receipt for the correct baggage allowance. For preferential rates, we recommend you book this in advance with Holiday Extras example, if it shows “20k” this means your allowance is 20kg; or “1PC” means Tel. 0871 360 2000, quoting HX313. One Piece not exceeding 23Kg. For handling purposes the maximum weight of any single piece of baggage must not exceed 32 Kgs. Hand Luggage: One piece Baggage Allowance of hand luggage with maximum total dimensions not exceeding a total of 115cm Each passenger is entitled to 23kg of hold luggage, however weight restrictions in size and 7kg in weight. Please refer to the Airline’s website for further details will be finalised on your e-ticket receipt. Should you wish to take additional and the most up-to-date information. luggage you will need to pay extra at check-in. Check-in should be at least 3

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WEATHER AND CLIMATE Weather can vary quite considerably throughout the year, so please familiarise yourself with the climate charts below.

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INDIA’S GOLDEN TRIANGLE EXTENSION If you have not yet booked this fabulous extension, there is still time to do so, please contact 0843 224 0723

TRIP OVERVIEW Travelling from Delhi to Agra then Jaipur, this 6 night extension tour of the Golden Triangle takes you through India’s most famous sights. Ride a rickshaw around Old Delhi, marvel at the Taj Mahal and discover the Pink City of Jaipur. ITINERARY & DETAILS

Your included meal guide: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner bazaars and stalls for some last minute shopping. Try the M1 Road and Chameliwala market for jewellery, handicrafts, textiles and more, or wander Day 14: Kathmandu to Delhi B/D the streets and sample the delicious and unique Rajasthani street food that Departing Kathmandu after breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Delhi. Jaipur has to offer. You will then begin your return journey to Delhi, stopping for On arrival you will be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel. After settling lunch on the way. A final farewell dinner in Delhi will bring your trip to a close, in, a short tour of the beautifully planned city of New Delhi will follow. Offering you celebrated by a cultural dance show to round off this unforgettable tour. a taste of its imperial glory, you’ll drive past the India Gate, President’s House, Parliament Building and visit the Birla Temple, made purely out of 2,000 tons of Day 20: Delhi to the UK B Rajastani white marble. Transfer to the airport for your flight back to London.

B/L/D Day 15: Delhi Hotel Information A full day tour of Delhi commences after breakfast, beginning with the historic Your stay in India will take place at the following hotels: Old Delhi in the morning. Lying side by side, Old Delhi dates back to the Mughal 5H The Park Hotel (3 nights): Overlooking the historic 18th century period, whilst New Delhi was built just over a hundred years ago. Travelling observatory Jantar Mantar, the luxurious 5 star Park Hotel is located in through the arrow and crowded streets on a rickshaw will transport you back in Connaught Place, right at the heart of the city’s shopping and entertainment time, whilst a visit to the regal Red Fort gives you a sense of the lavish life once centre. A good selection of facilities including a swimming pool, several led by the former rulers. After lunch your tour will continue on to New Delhi to restaurants, a pool side lounge bar, spa and health club complement its see the Mahatma Gandhi Memorial and the 12th century Qutab Minar, the tallest excellent location and make the hotel the ideal choice for your stay in New Delhi. stone tower in India. 15, Parliament Street, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India Telephone: 0091 11 2374 3000 Day 16: Delhi & Agra B/L/D After breakfast you will be driven to Agra, arriving at your hotel in time for lunch. 4H Mansingh Palace (1 night): Located amidst this ancient splendour in Despite being a small city, Agra was once the capital of the might Mughal Mansingh Palace names after Rajput Emperor Sawai Mansingh, a very close dynasty whose strength manifested itself in the huge forts and buildings built to associate of Mughal Emperor Akbar, where the essentially Indian hospitality maintain its power. During the afternoon you will visit the vast red sandstone Agra reaches out to envelope you, come stay at Mansign Palace and experience Agra. Fort, which was built in 1565 and boasts grand palaces, gigantic pavilions and Fatehabad Rd, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001, India spectacular courtyards. Telephone: 0091 562 233 1771

B/L/D Day 17: Agra & Jaipur 4H Lemon Tree (2 nights): Lemon Tree is located in the heart of the city, a This magical day starts after breakfast with a tour of one of the Seven Wonders short distance away from Collectorate Circle and MI Road. The hotel is easily of the World, the Taj Mahal. Words do not do this remarkable palace justice; it accessible from the railway station and the Ajmer-Delhi National Highway. It is in really must be seen to be appreciate its stupendous beauty. Taking 17 years to close proximity to major tourist attractions like Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, City build, the heartbroken Mughal Emperor, Shahjahan, dedicated this monument Palace and the walled city of Jaipur. of love to his deceased wife to enshrine her mortal remains. Following a break Behind Inox Cinema, Nirwan Marg, Sindhi Colony, Bani Park, Jaipur, Rajasthan for lunch, you will then continue on to visit Fatehpur Sikri, a magnificent fortified 302016, India. ghost city, en-route to the Pink City of Jaipur where you will arrive in the early Telephone: 0091 141 405 1100 evening.

Day 18: Jaipur B/L/D Personal Expenses Begin your first day in Jaipur with a visit to the spectacular Amber Fort, the You will need to take some extra money with you to cover any meals not ancient capital of the royal family until 1728 located just 11km from Jaipur. included, drinks and personal purchases such as souvenirs, laundry, and any Spanning over four huge courtyards, you will travel to the centre of the fort by extra snacks. either elephant or jeep, passing snake charmers, harems of the Maharajah and the Palace of Mirrors along the way which all make for a truly unforgettable Currency Exchange morning. An afternoon city tour of Jaipur takes in the major sights including the The currency in India is the Rupee or Rs. The Rupee is a closed currency and home of the royal family of Jaipur - The City Palace and the Jantar Mantar, an officially you are not allowed to take any cash out of India. US dollars and GBP astronomical observatory. Lastly, marvel at the hundreds of tiny windows on are also widely accepted should you wish to keep an alternative currency on you. the facade of the Hawa Mahal, known to many as the Palace of Winds, where it is said that the women of the royal family could once watch the streets below Tour Guides: without being seen. This is a fully escorted tour, meaning that you will be met on arrival by your national guide who will remain with you for the duration of your trip. You will also Day 19: Jaipur & Delhi B/L/D be joined by a local guide in each of the cities which you visit, ensuring that you The morning is left free so that after breakfast you can visit some of the local have first-hand knowledge at all times. YOUR TOUR DOSSIER

INDIA’S GOLDEN TRIANGLE EXTENSION

WEATHER AND CLIMATE Weather can vary quite considerably throughout the year, so please familiarise yourself with the climate charts below. YOUR TOUR DOSSIER

A TASTE OF INDIA EXTENSION

If you have not yet booked this fabulous extension, there is still time to do so, please contact 0843 224 0723

TRIP OVERVIEW Travelling from Delhi to Agra, this 3 night extension takes you on a tour through India’s capital as well as the magnificent Taj Mahal.

ITINERARY & DETAILS This document aims to give you all the information which you will require Tour Guides: during your Taste of India extension. This is a fully escorted tour, meaning that you will be met on arrival by your national guide who will remain with you for the duration of your trip. You will also Your included meal guide: be joined by a local guide in each of the cities which you visit, ensuring that you B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner have first-hand knowledge at all times. Day 14: Kathmandu to Agra L/D Transfer to Kathmandu airport for your flight to Delhi. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Agra where a network of rickshaws, jalebis vendors WEATHER AND CLIMATE filling the air with sweet aromas and ancient Mandir temples alluding to the Mughal Empire’s past grandeur await. The remainder of your day is at leisure.

Day 15 : Agra to Delhi B/L/D Begin today at a tour highlight and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, the Taj Mahal. Wander along ornamental gardens to witness the breath-taking spectacle of its minarets and iconic bronze dome reflecting the illumination of daybreak. Following breakfast travel back to the Indian capital of Delhi. En route visit the UNESCO recognised Agra Fort – an enormous sandstone city of pavilions, palaces and splendid courtyards behind 20 metre-high walls.

Day 16 : Delhi L Enjoy a tour of New Delhi’s sights including the minimalistic Mahatma Gandhi Memorial adorned in floral tributes and the Qutab Minar complex, a city awash with ancient ruins sculpted by the country’s finest craftsmen.

Day 17 : Delhi to UK B Following breakfast proceed to the airport for your flight back to the UK.

Hotel Information Your stay in India will take place at the following hotels: 4H Mansingh Palace (1 night): Located amidst this ancient splendour in Mansingh Palace names after Rajput Emperor Sawai Mansingh, a very close as- sociate of Mughal Emperor Akbar, where the essentially Indian hospitality reaches out to envelope you, come stay at Mansign Palace and experience Agra. Fatehabad Rd, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001, India Telephone: 0091 562 233 1771 5H The Park Hotel (2 nights): Overlooking the historic 18th century observatory Jantar Mantar, the luxurious 5 star Park Hotel is located in Connaught Place, right at the heart of the city’s shopping and entertainment centre. A good selection of facilities including a swimming pool, several restaurants, a pool side lounge bar, spa and health club complement its excellent location and make the hotel the ideal choice for your stay in New Delhi. 15 Parliament Street, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India Telephone: 0091 11 2374 3000

Personal Expenses You will need to take some extra money with you to cover any meals not included, drinks and personal purchases such as souvenirs, laundry, and any extra snacks.

Currency Exchange The currency in India is the Rupee or Rs. The Rupee is a closed currency and officially you are not allowed to take any cash out of India. US dollars and GBP are also widely accepted should you wish to keep an alternative currency on you.