Real Travel - Golden Triangle with Tiger Viewing

Argentina- Bolivia- Peru

Small group departure

14 Oct 2011

This exciting 19-day adventure crosses the continent. Commencing in Buenos Aires, the city of tango, and finishing in Lima, founded in 1535 and known then as the ‘City of the Kings’.
After visiting the sites of Buenos Aires and experiencing this cosmopolitan city, transfer to the magnificent Iguassu Falls for two nights. Then, by air, transfer to Salta, located in the centre of the Argentinean winelands. After seeing this colonial city and tasting some of the exquisite wines of the region, the journey continues north into Bolivia, a landlocked country high on the Andean Altiplano. Here the soaring, snow-capped mountain peaks, the desolate salt lakes and incredible landscapes of the Altiplano are sure to leave lasting memories. After visiting La Paz, the world’s highest capital city, we cross Lake Titicaca to Copacabana, Puno and on to Cuzco, the major centre of the Incas. A full day excursion by First Class train and bus takes you to Machu Picchu. After returning to Cuzco with a leisure day to explore the Indian market, fly to Lima for your return or onward flight.

Golden Triangle with Tiger Viewing

8 Days

Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Ranthambhore, Delhi

Guaranteed small group departures ex Delhi
2010: Sep 02/ Oct 07/ Nov 11, 25/

Dec 30

2011: Jan 20/ Feb 03/ Mar 03, 31

Tour Cost
Superior Category hotels
AUD$1129 pp t/s
AUD$512 Single Room Suppl.

Inclusions
- 7 nights accommodation on twin share basis
- all transfers / tours and excursions by AC vehicle
- daily buffet breakfast
- Ranthambhore is on FB basis
- special dinner at Jaipur
- richshaw ride at Jaipur
- elephant ride at Amber Fort, Jaipur (subject to availability)
- demonstration of Marble craftsmanship in Agra
- demonstration of Carpet weaving and block printing in Jaipur
- two Canter Safaris for wildlife game viewing in Ranthambhore National Park
- sightseeing as per package details
- 2 AC sleeper class train fare for the sector Ranthambhore/Delhi
- service on one local English speaking guide during all sightseeing tours
- one bottle of mineral water will be provided on a daily basis on vehicle
- all applicable taxes

ITINERARY

Day 1: Delhi
Afternoon arrival in Delhi. You are met and transferred to your hotel.

Day 2: Agra [B]
We visit sights of New Delhi during the morning: Qutab Minar, the Lotus Temple, India Gate and a ‘walk-past’ the President’s House. Afternoon drive to Agra.

Day 3: Taj Mahal [B]
An early morning, best-light’ visit to the Taj is followed by a late breakfast, a visit to Agra Fort, and demonstrations at a marble craft workshop.

Day 4: Jaipur [B]
Depart from Agra and drive to Fatehpur Sikri, then to Jaipur for check-in. During early evening we visit a carpet weaving workshop and learn more about the crafts of Rajasthan.

Day 5: Jaipur [B]
A morning visit to the Amber Palace, and perhaps an elephant-back ride. During the afternoon we explore the sights of the ‘pink city’ visiting the Palace of the Winds, Jantar Mantar and the City Palace Museum. Afterwards we take a rickshaw ride through the oldest part of the city and visit a gem-cutting workshop.

Day 6: Ranthambhore [BD]
After breakfast we drive to Ranthambhore. After checking in at our hotel, we head to the Ranthambhore National Park for an afternoon Jungle safari.

Day 7: Ranthambhore [BLD]
Morning Jungle safari.

Day 8: Delhi [B]
Early morning transfer to the railway station for the connecting train to Delhi. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.