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India Maldives Escape


  • India Maldives Escape

India Maldives Escape

 India

17 days from £3999 pp  return flights from LHR

Explore norther part of India with a relaxing all inclusive beach stay in Maldives.

At a Glance

  • Discover ancient cities
  • Explore colourful bazaars & Taj Mahal
  • Relax & unwind in Maldivian beach
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Round off your holiday to the famed Golden Triangle of India with a relaxing all-inclusive beach stay in the Maldives.  Your journey starts in magnetic capital city Delhi! Explore historically rich cities of Mandawa and Bikaner. Discover charming pink city of Jaipur and visit the famous Taj Mahal in Agra, one of the seven wonder of the world. In Rajasthan, the mighty Jodhpur Fort, the golden city of Jaisalmer and the Thar Desert are ready to welcome you.   . Finish off with four nights in the Maldives at an all-inclusive resort to take it all in and recall the memories you have made.

SHORT ITINERARY

Day 1 : Depart London Heathrow

Day 2 : Arrive Delhi

Day 3 : Delhi Sightseeing

Day 4 : Delhi – Mandawa

Day 5 : Mandawa – Bikaner

Day 6 : Bikaner – Jaisalmer

Day 7 : Jaisalmer

Day 8 : Jaisalmer – Jodhpur

Day 9 : Jodhpur – Jaipur

Day 10 : Jaipur

Day 11 : Jaipur – Fathepur Sikri – Agra

Day 12 : Agra – Delhi

Day 13 : Delhi – Male by flight 

Day 14 : Maldives 

Day 15 : Maldives 

Day 16 : Maldives 

Day 17 : Male Depart 

Tour Ends

 Day 01 : Departure London Heathrow
Today you will board on an overnight plane to New Delhi. Overnight is in the plane.
 Day 02 : Arrive Delhi

Today you will arrive at Delhi’s International Airport. Following customs, immigration formalities and baggage collection, a LUMLE representative will meet you as you exit the arrivals terminal building and transfer you to your hotel.

Perhaps there is no other capital city in the world so steeped in history and legend as the Indian capital Delhi. It was the magnet, which drew the Mongols, Turks, Persians, Afghans, Mughals and the British, all of whom contributed to its glorious but turbulent past. The fascination with Delhi was such that even though it was abandoned many times, its rulers returned to it, again and again, rebuilding it at least seven times. Today, the twin cities of Old and New Delhi still intrigue Indians and tourists alike as the cultural and political capital of the largest democracy in the world.

Overnight is in Delhi.
 Day 03 : Delhi Sightseeing

Early morning you will embark on the combined city tour Delhi. Delhi is divided into two parts New and Old Delhi. First, you will visit the old part of Delhi. You will visit:

Jamia Masjid – One of the oldest Mosques in Asia followed by a rickshaw ride in the old narrow streets of Chandini Chowk, silver streets and spice Markets, then later visit the Red Fort (photo stop only) and the Rajghat – Cremation place of Mahatma Ghandi. Following this, you will take a break at local ethnic restaurants (at own cost). Afterward, you return to the hotel.

After lunch, you will kick off the second part of your Delhi tour for sightseeing of New Delhi by a drive past Rashtrapati Bhawan (President’s House) and its well-maintained Mughal Gardens, the Parliament of India and India Gate, a war memorial. Then you’ll visit the famous Humuyus Tomb – replica of Taj Mahal made of sandstone and marble. Other highlights of the day include visits to Lotus Temple – belonging to the Bahai Faith. Later visiting the Tallest Minaret called Qutub Minar and return to hotel.

Overnight is in Delhi.
 Day 04 : Delhi – Mandawa (270 km / 06 Hrs)

After breakfast proceed to Mandawa by surface. One of the rural places in India. Upon arrival walk through streets of the city allowing you to see amazing Havelis and mansions.

Overnight is in Mandawa.
 Day 05 : Mandawa – Bikaner (180 Km / 04 Hrs)

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer by surface to the Bikaner Desert Kingdom - a major centre of trade during the 16th century. Later in the afternoon visit the Junagarh Fort, with its attractive decorated interiors. End your day with an interesting Tuk-Tuk ride from the ancient city bazaar.

Overnight is in Bikaner.
 Day 6: Bikaner – Jaisalmer (370 Km / 04.30 Hrs)

Breakfast at the hotel. On your journey to Jaisalmer enter the Thar Desert by road. Historically it was an important trading centre for many centuries and now one of the few forts that are still inhabited. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel and rest of the day is free to explore the city on your own.

Overnight is in Jaisalmer.
 Day 07 : Jaisalmer

After breakfast at the hotel process for the sightseeing of the golden city of Jaisalmer. Today you will visit the magical Gadisar Lake and the magnificent Golden Fort. Walk through the narrow streets of the city, to visit the famous palatial houses characteristic of the city such as Nathmal and Patwon. In the afternoon, take an excursion to Sam to see the dunes in the beautiful sunset light.

Overnight stay is in Jaisalmer.
 Day 08 : Jaisalmer – Jodhpur (280 Km / 04.30 Hrs)

Morning after breakfast you will continue your journey to Jodhpur know as blue city of India. Today you will visit impressive Mehrangarh Fort and Jawant Thada an imposing marble cenotaph.

Overnight stay is in Jodhpur.
 Day 09 : Jodhpur – Jaipur (370 Km / 07 Hrs)

After breakfast transfer by surface to Jaipur the pink city of India. Upon arrival you are free to explore the city on your own.

Jaipur – the capital of Rajasthan province is known for its arts and crafts, jewelry, hand-painted fabrics and stone sculptures; it is one of North India’s finest examples of a planned city embodying the best of Rajput and Mughal architecture.

Overnight stay is in Jaipur.
 Day 10 : Jaipur

After breakfast, visit Amber Fort. High above the city, the towers and domes of the Amber Fort are reminiscent of scenes from some fairy tale. The palace itself is within the enormous fort complex and is replete with halls, gardens, pavilions, and temples. The Hall of Mirrors is not to be missed where one lit matchstick can illuminate the entire room.

Later proceed to visit the City Palace Museum where you can see an imposing blend of traditional Rajasthani and Mughal Art. The museum is resplendent with its collection of robes of royal princes, carpets, an armory of old weapons, miniature paintings portraying court scenes, battle scenes and processions, Also visit the awe inspiring Jantar Mantar (an accurate observatory built in 1726 AD).

Your tour also included is a photo visit at the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) – a five storied wonder with a spectacular pyramidal facade and overhanging windows with latticed screens, domes, and spires. Later walk through the colorful markets of Jaipur.

Overnight is in Jaipur
 Day 11 : Jaipur - Fathepur Sikri – Agra (240 Km / 04 Hrs )

Today after breakfast, you will drive to Agra en-route visiting Fatehpur Sikri – the deserted red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital. Ponder the mysterious desertion of this capital city that was dramatically abandoned a few years after it was built. It was a veritable fairy tale city and its ‘ruins’ are still in a pristine condition. It is not hard to imagine what the court life must have been like in the days of its grandeur.

Agra came into the limelight during the rule of the Afghan King Sikandar Lodhi – who had made it the capital of his empire. Later in 1526 A.D., the Mughal Emperor Babar took upon himself the task for rendering Agra, a unique character, and beauty of its own. The next few hundred years of Agra witnessed the rise of the pomp and pageantry of three great Mughal monarchs – Emperor Akbar, Jehangir, and Shahjahan. In modern times, the city of Agra is a thriving carpet industry where you can also find leather workers, sandstone and marble sculptors, some of whom claim to be direct descendants of the craftsmen who had helped build the Taj Mahal.

Visit the Taj Mahal, monument remains closed on all Fridays. Taj Mahal was built by an emperor in memory of his beloved queen. Construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1631 and is believed to have taken 18 years to complete, with over 20,000 craftsmen working around the clock. The design and construction are said to be that of the legendary architect, Ustad Ahamad Lahori. What makes the Taj Mahal unique is its perfect proportions, distinct femininity, the medium of construction and ornamentation. Its marble exterior reflects rose and golden tints at sunrise and sunset, while it is dazzling white during the day. It is impossible to visualize the Taj Mahal in any surrounding others than its paradoxical garden. Paradise, in Islam, is visualized as a lush garden where running streams flow.

Overnight is in Agra.
  Day 12 : Agra – Delhi
Early morning after breakfast drive to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi transfer to the hotel and relax for rest of the day. Overnight is in Delhi.
  Day 13 : Delhi - Maldives by flight
Morning transfer to the airport for the flight to Male. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel. Overnight is in Maldives.
  Day 14 : Maldives
Full day free to enjoy your all inclusive stay. Overnight is in Maldives.
  Day 15 : Maldives
Full day free to enjoy your all inclusive stay. Overnight is in Maldives.
  Day 16 : Maldives
Full day free to enjoy your all inclusive stay. Overnight is in Maldives.
 Day 17 : Maldives Departure
Transfer to the airport for the flight back home.

What's included

  • Return economy flights from London Heathrow
  • Accommodations on twin sharing basis at above mentioned hotels or similar
  • Daily buffet breakfast at the hotels mentioned
  • All transfers, excursions and sightseeing tours will be by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lumle representative for assistance on all arrival and departure transfers
  • English speaking local guides as per the itinerary
  • Rickshaw Ride in Delhi
  • Tuk-Tuk Ride in Bikaner
  • Excursion Sam Dune Came Ride
  • Jeep Ride at Amer
  • Entrances as per the itinerary once to each monument
  • Delhi to Male flight 
  • Return shared speed boat transfer in Maldives 
  • 04 Nights in Maldives on all inclusive basis at 5 star hotel
  • All currently applicable taxes on hotel & transport
  • Govt. service tax

What's not included

  • Travel insurance
  • Visa
  • Meals other than specified in the price inclusions column
  • Anything not specified in the price inclusions column
  • Any WIFI at Hotels
  • Portages at hotel, railway station & airport
  • Expenses of personal nature, laundry, tips, wifi etc.
  • Domestic airfare

Your Hotels
Delhi : Hotel Meridian Plaza or similar
Mandawa : Aangan Resort or similar
Bikaner : Vesta Bikaner Place or similar
Jaisalmer : Golden Haveli or similar
Jodhpur : Park Plaza or similar
Jaipur : Ramada By Wyndham Jaipur or similar
Agra : Royal Regent or similar
Maldives:  5* You & Me Maldives ( All Inclusive )

 

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    • Flight time 8 1/2 hours (New Delhi)
    • Timezone GMT+5 1/2 hours
    • Recommended airlines Turkish, Air India, Lufthansa, Austrian, Swiss, Oman, Etihad, Qatar, Emirates, Vistara
    • Best season Oct-Mar

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