Tour Overview
Indian Textiles Tour is designed for those who wish to explore the iconic sites of India, with immersing in India’s rich history of embroidery, textiles & art. In this tour, you will be exploring India’s 'Golden Triangle' (Delhi, Agra & Jaipur) you will also have the opportunity to participate in carefully planned embroidery sessions to learn some of India’s traditional & cultural embroidery techniques (like zardozi & weaving), etc. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival at Delhi:
Location: Delhi
Accommodation: Hotel
Upon arrival at Delhi Airport, you will receive a warm welcome from our representative who will assist you to check in to the luxury hotel where you will be staying for the next two nights. Take proper rest to get rid of jet lag, have dinner, our seven wonder tour & travels representative will then outline our wonderful itinerary ahead. Overnight at hotel. ...more ...less
Day 2 : Delhi Sightseeing:
Location: Delhi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is a full day of sightseeing around Old & New Delhi. Today after having breakfast, you will explore the Red Fort, Jama Masjid & a brief photo stop at the famous India Gate. We will then arrive at Delhi’s famous market, Kinari Bazaar & experience a traditional rickshaw ride through a ‘crafter’s heaven, where you will find embroidery items & other treats of craft such as lace, gold/silver work, saree threads, precious gems & wonderful fabrics.
Then Delhi Hath market is our next stop. The multitude of fantastic products which includes fabric & drapery, gems, beads, metal crafts, silk & wool fabrics, leather goods. After a tiring sightseeing, return to hotel, allowing enough time to fresh-up & have dinner, overnight at hotel.
Day 3 : Delhi to Agra (245 km):
Location: Agra
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today after breakfast, you will move to Agra which will take approx. 4 hrs, Upon arrival into Agra, Check-in at hotel take a rest then, you will visit a group of private artisans who have been embroidering the fabulous technique of Zardozi for generations. Mid-afternoon, put your feet up & relax have dinner. Overnight at hotel.
Day 4 : Agra Sightseeing:
Location: Agra
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
This early morning to admire the Taj Mahal with a beautiful sunrise, the white marble mausoleum. After that return to your hotel for breakfast & to commence our first session of Indian Embroidery. Yesterday you had privilege of watching expert Zardozi embroiderers & today you will enjoy learning this exquisite technique under the expert guidance from our local Indian artist/tutors. After, the sightseeing back to the hotel, take rest have dinner, overnight at hotel.
Day 5 : Agra Sightseeing:
Location: Agra
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, after breakfast explore other attractions of the city including Agra Fort, after that back to the hotel for breakfast and have some rest. Later this afternoon, you will experience a Marble Inlay demonstration, again synonymous with Agra. These master craftsmen specialize in the fine art of setting gems and semi-precious stones in marble. This exquisite art has been an integral part of the cultural heritage of Agra (that you have seen in Taj mahal) & has been kept alive by the descendants of great artisans who gave the world the mesmerizing Taj Mahal. After, the sightseeing back to the hotel, take a rest have dinner, overnight at hotel.
Day 6 : Agra to Jaipur (240 km):
Location: Jaipur
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, on the sixth day of your Indian Textile Tour after breakfast, you will travel to Jaipur city which will take 4hrs approx. You will visit Fatehpur Sikri En-route towards Pink city. On your arrival at Jaipur, check-in at the hotel and get freshen up or else relax for some-time. In the evening. We take the opportunity to visit the artisans creating beautiful handmade rugs, witnessing the traditional process of hand block printing on textiles with rich naturalistic colors. Our guide will then take us to the most wonderful fabric shop & then on to Blue Pottery workshop. After that back to hotel, have dinner overnight at hotel
Day 7 : Jaipur Sightseeing:
Location: Jaipur
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today after breakfast you will be out for full day pink city sightseeing tour,
Onwards to Amber Fort, set in a picturesque landscape, Amber fort where you can enjoy a jeep ride. In the afternoon, we visit Dera Amer and enjoy the unique experience of Elephant painting (optional activity).
This Elephant Rehabilitation Centre provides healthcare and breeding management for friendly, healthy elephants to live in a safe environment.
The time spent with elephants allows you to become friends with them in the natural environment, you can play with a new friend using only organic colours. This will no doubt stay etched in memories as one of the most wonderful experiences!!!
After the sightseeing, back to hotel take rest have dinner, overnight at hotel.
Day 8 : Jaipur Needlework Session:
Location: Jaipur
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, our second needlework session begins. You will meet our local Indian artist/tutors to learn the exquisitely delicate whitework known as Chikankari. After that back to hotel have dinner, overnight at hotel.
Day 9 : Jaipur – Delhi (280 km):
Location: Delhi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today in the afternoon you will move on to journey back to Delhi. After a tiring day check-in at hotel, have dinner, overnight at hotel
Day 10 : Delhi Farewell:
Location: Delhi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you will get a farewell dinner at a lovely Indian Restaurant and after that Bollywood musical show at “The Kingdom of Dreams” "The Kingdom of Dreams" is India's equivalent to a production that one may see at the Opera House in Sydney, Moulin Rouge in Paris, or Broadway in New York. After that back to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 11 : Delhi departure:
Location: Delhi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, toady your tour ends you will check out from hotel and transferred to international airport to board a flight with the sweet memories of the tour.
What's Included
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10N Accommodation in Double sharing Occupancy room
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Daily buffet breakfast
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Airport pick-up & drop by exclusive chauffer A/c car
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Assistance at arrival and departure
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Local English-speaking guide in each city for sightseeing / Foreign language speaking guide if needed
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Rickshaw Ride in Delhi
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All Needlework Tuition
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Horse cart ride at Taj Mahal
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Elephant ride at Amber Fort in Jaipur
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Elephant Painting (optional)
What's Not Included
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Any expenses for unfortunate circumstances like cancellation/flight delay/hike in fare or for any other similar reason or natural calamities.
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Personal nature Expenses i.e., Laundry, Telephone Calls, Soft / Hard Drinks, Meals, Tips & Gratuities etc.
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Monument entrance fees
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Camera Fee at Monuments
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Anything not mentioned above in " Inclusions"
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Supplement applicable for the New Year / Christmas period
Check out our Q&As
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Is lunch and dinner included in the tour?
No, it is not but our representative will guide you to the restaurant of your choice.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Company Instant Book
Yes
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What will be the camera’s fees?
Basic camera fees are included with monuments entrance fees but if you are operating video cameras, you need to pay extra which is around $1.
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Will anybody receive on our arrival at the airport?
Yes, our representative will be there in your presence with a plug-card of your name. We will share our representative’s & driver's contact details with car no. prior to the two days of your arrival.
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Yes
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
3 star
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Is it mandatory to give a tip in India? If yes? How much?
No, it is not mandatory but if you are happy with anyone’s services, you can crest him according to your wish.
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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How many people can accommodate in single room?
Maximum three people are allowed.
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Does 1 guide be available for whole tour or is it different guides in each city?
We suggest you to get the local guide in each city you visit because they know more about the places than others.
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes
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What is the maximum group size?
15
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What is the child policy of the tour?
Child policy: A) 0 – 5 years : complimentary (free) B) 5 – 12 years: 3-star- USD 25 per day C) 12 – above: considered as adult
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Detailed Tour Itinerary ,Booked Hotel Vouchers.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Face masks required for travelers in public areas Face masks required for guides in public areas Face masks provided for travelers Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff Social distancing enforced throughout experience Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas Gear/equipment sanitised between use Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised Guides required to regularly wash hands
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How long has the tour company been trading?
2008
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What will be the monument entrance fees?
All the monuments that come under Golden Triangle Tour will cost you around $96.
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Does 1 guide be available for whole tour or is it different guides in each city?
We suggest you to get the local guide in each city you visit because they know more about the places then others.
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India Textile Tour
11 Days Starting and ending in New Delhi, Delhi 110037, India
Visiting: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 15
Age range:
21-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
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