Christmas in India
Christmas in India
$3021
Christmas in India
15 Days Starting and ending in Delhi, India
Visiting: Delhi, Jaipur, Pushkar, Udaipur, Bundi, Ranthambore, Ranthambore National Park, Agra
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2302
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
12 - 28
Age range:
12-99
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Cultural, Festive and New Year, History, Religion and Spiritual, Wildlife Tours
Activities:
Tour Overview
Experience the magic of Christmas in India with this enchanting tour that takes you through the vibrant cities and cultural landmarks of Delhi, Jaipur, Pushkar, Udaipur, Bundi, Ranthambore, and Agra. Begin your journey in Delhi, where you'll explore the bustling spice markets and historic sites. In Jaipur, marvel at the architectural wonders of Amber Fort and the City Palace. Discover the spiritual essence of Pushkar with a private religious ceremony by the sacred lake. In Udaipur, enjoy a high tea amidst vintage cars and explore the city's artistic heritage. Witness the wildlife of Ranthambore National Park and celebrate Christmas Eve in Agra with a visit to the iconic Taj Mahal. Conclude your festive adventure with a farewell dinner in Delhi, creating unforgettable memories of India's rich history and vibrant culture.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 - 2 : Days 1-2: Arrive Delhi
Location: Delhi
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Fly to Delhi for a two-night stay. Your National Escort or Local Guide from Wendy Wu Tours will meet you at the Delhi International Airport in the Arrivals Hall. Together with other group members who may be arriving at a similar time, you will transfer 45 minutes to your hotel and check-in.
Day 3: Delhi
Location: Delhi
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning the tour introduction will either be held in the hotel or on the coach.
After your breakfast we will embark on a full-day of sightseeing around Old and New Delhi. Next, travel to Khari Baoli Spice Market and enjoy a rickshaw ride before visiting Jama Masjid. Continue to Lakshmi Marayan Hindu Temple, followed by a brief photo stop at India Gate. End your day with a visit to Humayun's Tomb and the Quatab Minar.
Day 4: Delhi To Jaipur
Location: Jaipur
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Jaipur. On arrival visit the Turban Museum, enjoying a demonstration on Turban Tying and how to wear it. You will get to take these with you as a memento. Have lunch at the restaurant before checking in at your hotel, where you can relax until dinner.
Day 5: Jaipur
Location: Jaipur
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, make a brief photo stop at the Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds) from the outside. Next, take a jeep ride from the bus park to the entrance of Amber Fort. You will also visit Maharaja's City Palace, Jantar Mantar Observatory and Choti Choper.
This afternoon, pay a visit a nearby craft centre for the opportunity to try your hand at block printing and carpet weaving.
Day 6: Jaipur To Pushkar
Location: Pushkar
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, transfer to Pushkar. Upon arrival, take time to explore the local markets and admire the Brahma Temple before heading to your hotel for check-in.
Later today you will participate in a private Religious ceremony on the Ghats of the Sarovar (lake). Pushkar Lake is considered one of the ten holiest sites in the world. You will also participate in the evening Aarti ceremony before returning to your hotel.
Day 7: Pushkar To Udaipur
Location: Udaipur
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast drive to Udaipur and check-in at your hotel. Later this afternoon you will visit the Vintage and Classic Car Museum, showing a collection of some of the rarest classic and vintage cars. This museum is owned by the Royal Family of Udaipur and located in the premises of the Garden Hotel, outside the City Palace complex. It is in these gardens that you will sit down to a delightful High Tea before returning to your hotel.
Day 8: Udaipur
Location: Udaipur
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Discover more of Udaipur today, starting with a drive around Fateh Sagar Lake. Next, visit the Folk Museum, Mewar Art Gallery, and the City Palace.
Day 9: Udaipur To Bundi
Location: Bundi
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel to Bundi, enroute visiting Chittor Fort and Vijay Stambh. One of the largest forts in India, Chittor sprawls across a hilltop overlooking the town of Chittorgarh.
Day 10: Bundi To Ranthambore
Location: Ranthambore
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, spend the morning exploring the town and discovering its unique step wells, as well as Taragarh Fort. Drive to Ranthambore and check-in to your hotel.
Day 11: Ranthambore National Park
Location: Ranthambore National Park
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy morning and afternoon canter safaris in the national park for the chance to spot the local wildlife. Each safari involves two-three hours driving on uneven and unsealed tracks. Please bear in mind that there will be no bathroom breaks during the canter safaris. You will need to bring your passport each day to gain access to the park.
Day 12: Christmas Eve - Ranthambore To Agra
Location: Agra
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transfer to Agra, making a stop enroute at Fatehpur Sikri, visiting Tomb of Chisti and Panchal Mahal Palace. Upon arrival in Agra, check-in to your hotel for a two-night stay.
Enjoy the festivities of Christmas Eve at your hotel. Tonight, you have the option to attend Christmas Midnight Mass at St. Mary’s Church. This is sure to be the highlight of your Christmas.
Day 13: Christmas Day - Agra
Location: Agra
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Wake on Christmas Day with much excitement, as you head to the Taj Mahal. Enjoy ample time to explore this magnificent monument at your leisure.
Visit the Itmad-ud-Daulah, nicknamed the Baby Taj, before continuing to the impressive Agra Fort.
After enjoying a Christmas lunch feast filled with lots of entertainment and celebrations, you will be taken to a rooftop restaurant where you will sip on champagne, watching the sunset over the Taj Mahal.
To end off this magical Christmas Day, you will enjoy a live musical drama - Mohabbat the Taj - a show depicting the romantic love story of Emperor Shahjahan and his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. This is a true Bollywood experience.
Day 14: Drive To Delhi
Location: Delhi
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Delhi where you will check in to your hotel. You have the day at leisure to explore or do last minute shopping before your farewell dinner tonight.
Day 15: Depart Delhi
Location: Delhi
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast transfer to the airport for your flight home.
What's Included
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Airport Transfer
Your National Escort or Local Guide from Wendy Wu Tours will meet you at the Delhi International Airport in the Arrivals Hall and transfer you to your hotel.
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Sightseeing in Delhi
Enjoy a full-day of sightseeing around Old and New Delhi, including visits to Khari Baoli Spice Market, Jama Masjid, Lakshmi Marayan Hindu Temple, India Gate, Humayun's Tomb, and the Quatab Minar.
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Jeep Ride to Amber Fort
Take a jeep ride from the bus park to the entrance of Amber Fort in Jaipur.
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Cultural Experiences
Participate in activities such as Turban Tying in Jaipur, block printing and carpet weaving, and a private religious ceremony on the Ghats of the Sarovar in Pushkar.
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Ranthambore National Park Safaris
Enjoy morning and afternoon canter safaris in Ranthambore National Park for the chance to spot local wildlife.
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Christmas Celebrations
Celebrate Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with special activities, including a visit to the Taj Mahal, a Christmas lunch feast, and a live musical drama.
What's Not Included
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Bathroom Breaks During Safaris
There will be no bathroom breaks during the canter safaris in Ranthambore National Park.
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Passport Requirement for Park Access
You will need to bring your passport each day to gain access to Ranthambore National Park.
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes a 45-minute transfer from Delhi International Airport to the hotel, coach tours, jeep rides, and canter safaris in Ranthambore National Park.
Accommodation
Accommodation details are not provided in the tour description.
Experiences
Cruise on Lake Pichola
Admire the magical city of Udaipur, full of glorious, romantic architecture, from the perfect vantage point – a boat cruising the waters of Lake Pichola.
Pushkar Walking Tour
Immerse yourself in local life with a walking tour through Pushkar's bustling market, admiring the enormous range of fresh produce, colourful textiles and interesting souvenirs!
Jaipur Handicraft Centre
Visit a craft centre in Jaipur to witness the professionals block printing by hand and carpet weaving - then give it a go for yourself!
Check out our Q&As
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What can I expect on the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will arrive in Delhi where your National Escort or Local Guide from Wendy Wu Tours will meet you at the Delhi International Airport. You will then transfer to your hotel for a two-night stay.
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What activities are planned for the day in Jaipur?
In Jaipur, you will make a photo stop at the Hawa Mahal, take a jeep ride to the entrance of Amber Fort, and visit the Maharaja's City Palace, Jantar Mantar Observatory, and Choti Choper. You will also have the opportunity to try block printing and carpet weaving at a nearby craft centre.
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What unique experience is included in Pushkar?
In Pushkar, you will participate in a private religious ceremony on the Ghats of the Sarovar (lake) and take part in the evening Aarti ceremony.
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What is special about the visit to Udaipur?
In Udaipur, you will visit the Vintage and Classic Car Museum, which is owned by the Royal Family of Udaipur. You will also enjoy a delightful High Tea in the gardens of the museum.
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What should I know about the safaris in Ranthambore National Park?
The safaris in Ranthambore National Park involve morning and afternoon canter safaris, each lasting two to three hours on uneven and unsealed tracks. There will be no bathroom breaks during the safaris, and you will need to bring your passport each day to gain access to the park.
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How is Christmas Day celebrated on the tour?
On Christmas Day, you will visit the Taj Mahal and explore it at your leisure. You will also visit the Itmad-ud-Daulah and Agra Fort. The day includes a Christmas lunch feast with entertainment, a sunset view of the Taj Mahal from a rooftop restaurant, and a live musical drama, Mohabbat the Taj, depicting the love story of Emperor Shahjahan and Mumtaz Mahal.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, we will endeavour to make these changes, but it may not always be possible. Any changes to confirmed bookings need to be sent to us in writing via your travel agent. Please refer to our booking conditions for further information and fees.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your Final Travel Documents are usually sent to you 2-3 weeks prior to your departure. Your travel pack will include your tour itinerary, hotel details, flight e-tickets and a travel guide. If you have booked with a travel agent, your tickets will be dispatched to your travel agent unless we have been otherwise informed.
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Will I be travelling with passengers from other countries?
Our passengers generally enjoy the mixture of British, Australian and American clients on tour. Occasionally we are joined by English-speaking passengers from other countries.
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What is 'Happy to Share'?
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date. If a share partner is found, the Single Supplement will be removed from your booking. If a share partner is not found, the Single Supplement will remain and is payable with your final balance in line with our normal booking conditions. Either way, our Operations Team will contact you around 75 days before departure to let you know whether a share partner has been found or not. We regret that Happy to Share requests cannot be accepted within 75 days of departure. Wendy Wu Tours reserves the right to change or withdraw this arrangement at any time.
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Do you allow children on your tours?
We allow children 12 years and over on our group tours. We recommend that families with children of any age take advantage of our private or tailormade tours. This will give you more flexibility while on tour.
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