Kochi

Gain an extraordinary perspective of the gorgeous Pink City of Jaipur through its architectural highlights and observe iconic wildlife such as Bengal tigers on game drives in a national park.

Hinweis: Guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC), CPAP breathing machines or scooters should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.

Day 1 — 30. März 2024

After disembarking the ship in Cochin and attending to immigration and customs formalities, you will visit some of the city highlights before proceeding to the airport.

There, you will receive a box lunch, pass through security and then fly to Jaipur via Bangalore, arriving in the late afternoon. Jaipur is the capital of the desert-like state of Rajasthan, a land rich in legends of romance, chivalry, sacrifice and heroic deeds.

You will spend the evening and dine at the Jai Mahal Palace, the former residence of the Prime Minister. Its graceful architecture is uniquely Rajput, with cupolas, minarets and arched doorways. Open-air verandahs spill out onto lovely grounds where peacocks strut.

Day 2 — 31. März 2024

Following breakfast, explore the Pink City, where an enduring charisma of the past blends with the throbbing vitality of today. The scholar and astronomer Jai Singh founded Jaipur centuries ago, and it is considered India’s first planned city. It is often called the Pink City for the predominant color of its buildings.

Among the highlights is Amber Fort, former seat of the Rajput rulers of Jaipur. There, you may wander through the exquisite palaces and visit Shiladevi temple, the private temple of the royal family. Its marble carvings and silver door are spectacular.

Continuing to old Jaipur, you will visit the Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds, a fine example of Rajput artistry. It is constructed of red and pink sandstone, beautifully outlined with white borders and motifs painted with quick lime.

You will then head toward the City Palace, a sprawling structure surrounded by a high wall. The royal family lives in a portion of the palace. Other areas have been converted into museums displaying textiles, costumes, paintings and carpets.

Across from the palace, you will find the open-air royal observatory Jantar Mantar, an esteemed World Heritage site. Jai Singh ordered its construction in the 18th century. It contains the world’s largest stone sundial, among other astronomical instruments.

Return to the hotel for a late lunch after which you will have a 3.5 hour drive through the countryside to the famous tiger sanctuary at Ranthambore. Your stay here is at Taj Sawai Madhopur Lodge, former tiger hunting retreat of the Maharaja of Jaipur.

Dinner and overnight at Taj Sawai Madhopur Lodge.

Day 3 – 01. April 2024

Coffee, tea and rolls are served at dawn before proceeding on a drive through the park in a Jeep or canter safari vehicle with expert naturalists. They will point out and describe the great diversity of birds, mammals and major predators.

The deep gorges of Ranthambore serve as hideouts for animals such as leopards, tigers and sloth bears. The forest also provides a natural habitat for spotted deer and sambar, the largest Asiatic deer. Woodland, ground and water birds are plentiful, including red junglefowl. Although Ranthambore was once a hunting ground for Bengal tigers, it has become a research and conservation area for these magnificent animals, especially in the last decade or so.

The 10th-century Ranthambore Fort that overlooks the reserve is so historically important that UNESCO deemed it a World Heritage site. You may notice various animals resting on its ancient ramparts.

Return to the resort for breakfast and a morning at leisure.

In the afternoon, you may choose to visit Dastkar, an extraordinary center for crafts, the majority of them created by women as their sole means of income. The bazaar at Dastkar helps the local villagers become self-reliant, as the craftspeople sell their products independent of a commercial middleman. You will view them creating a huge variety of traditional items by hand.

Later in the afternoon, you will enjoy a second game drive, exploring yet another area of the national park with a naturalist guide.

Dinner follows at the lodge, where you will spend the evening.

Day 4 – 02. April 2024

After an early breakfast and check-out from the hotel, you will drive to the airport for a flight to Mumbai. Lunch is served on the flight.

Upon arrival in Mumbai you are met and transferred to the port to re-embark the ship.

HINWEIS: Pending confirmed flight details, this program has been planned so that World Cruise Guestss will be back in time for the planned event in Mumbai.

Land Program Step by Step

Die Reihenfolge der besuchten Sehenswürdigkeiten kann abweichen, um Verkehrsstaus zu vermeiden. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direktflüge können nicht garantiert werden. Final itineraries with up-to-date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Bitte sehen Sie sich Ihre finale Reiseroute genau an, falls weitere Änderungen vorgenommen wurden.

Tag 1

09:00 Uhr The ship is scheduled to arrive in Cochin

09:30 Uhr Disembark, complete immigration and custom formalities and transfer to the Cochin airport with an overview of the city en-route

12:30 Uhr Arrive at the airport, receive boarding passes and proceed through security

Lunch boxes are handed out at the airport

14:25 Uhr Depart Cochin for Jaipur making a stop en-route in Bangalore (flight details TBA and subject to change)

19:00 Uhr Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel

20:00 Uhr Check in

20:30 Uhr Dinner included at the hotel

Overnight at the Taj Jai Mahal Palace or similar hotel

Tag 2

From 06:30 Uhr Breakfast at the hotel

08:00 Uhr Depart for the Amber Fort with a stop at the Hawa Mahal

10:30 Uhr On the return visit the City Palace and Jantar Mantar

12- 13:15 Uhr Explore the Jaipur markets

1:30–14:45 Uhr Lunch

14:45 Uhr Drive to Ranthambore

18:15 Uhr Arrive and check-in to the lodge

19:30 Uhr Dinner at the lodge

Overnight at the Taj Sawai Madhopur Lodge or similar hotel

Tag 3

05:30 Uhr Tea, coffee, juices and rolls are served

06:00 Uhr Depart for a morning game drive

09:30 Uhr Return to the lodge for breakfast

11:00 Uhr Visit Dastkar Society

12:30 Uhr Return to the lodge for lunch and leisure time

14:30 Uhr Afternoon game drive

18:30 Uhr Return to the lodge

From 19:30 Uhr Dinner at the lodge

Overnight at the Taj Sawai Madhopur Lodge or similar hotel

Tag 4

From 05:30 Uhr Breakfast at the hotel

07:00 Uhr Checkout and drive to Jaipur airport

10:30 Uhr Arrive at the airport, receive boarding passes and proceed through security

12:10 Uhr Flight to Mumbai (flight details TBA and subject to change)

Lunch is served on board the flight

13:50 Uhr Arrive in Mumbai and transfer to the pier

15:30 Uhr Arrive at the pier and rejoin the Mariner

Voraussichtliches Wetter:

Days are sunny and hot with temperatures between 25 to 35°C (77 to 95°F)

Was Sie mitbringen sollten:

Tagsüber legere Kleidung. Also, important is sun block, hat, sunglasses and comfortable walking shoes. At the temples, it is customary to remove your footwear before entering. Don’t forget your cameras and chargers.

Währung:

Indian Rupees

US Dollars are widely accepted.

Stromspannung:

220 – 240 volts. Hotel rooms are equipped with converters however we recommend bringing your own travel adaptors for electric devices.

Gepäck:

Light luggage would be most suited for this trip. Guests can bring 1 suitcase per person not weighting more than 15kg or 33lbs as well as 1 carry-on not weighing more than 7kg or 15lbs. Overweight or excess luggage is subject to fees imposed by the airlines and payable upon check in at the airports.

Airline & type of aircraft that may be used (subject to change):

Indigo – Airbus A319 – All Economy class seats (upgrades not available)

Erforderliche Papiere und Visa:

A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel is required

Please check with your local embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality. A valid Indian Visa is required for this program.

VERY IMPORTANT – The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase for this program otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.

Failure to have the required documents ahead of time or incorrect names on flight tickets will result in either denial of travel or ticket re-purchase and guests will be responsible for any fees incurred.

Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has its own regulations).

1. Guests must obtain a doctor’s certificate stating their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on flights.

2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications, especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type).

3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via the Reservations Team at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).

4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which the neither cruise line nor our local ground operator will be responsible for.

Guests bringing a scooter must advise our reservations team in advance. Details regarding the scooter will be required (as advised to us by the Indian airlines) including the model, model number, a photo, maximum speed, ground clearance, turning radius, overall length and width of the base, seat type, weight, battery weight, battery requirements, maximum range per charge, battery charger information, battery type (detachable or not), maximum weight capacity and color.

Hotels

Jai Mahal Palace

Jacob Rd, Civil Lines, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302006, India

Telefon: +91 141 222 3636

Taj Sawai Madhopur Lodge

Ranthambore National Park Road, Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan 322001, India

Telefon: +91 7462 225 155

*We will only substitute a hotel in unforeseen situations. If a hotel is substituted, it will be similar and with equal ratings and standards, and guests will be notified in advance. If guests are not notified of any changes prior to departure, the hotels listed in this program will be used.

Im Programm enthalten:

•1 night at the Jai Mahal Palace, Jaipur or similar hotel in luxury rooms

•2 nights at the Taj Sawai Madhopur Lodge, Ranthambore or similar hotel in superior rooms

•Transfers using air-conditioned coaches in Cochin and Mumbai along with a guide.

•All meals listed in the itinerary with lunches and dinners inclusive of house wines, beer, bottled water and soft drinks

•Sightseeing per the itinerary in air-conditioned coaches

•2 game drives in Ranthambore in Jeeps accompanied by naturalist guides

•Unlimited mineral water in the coaches at all times

•All entrance and camera fees wherever applicable

•Local tour escort from Cochin to Mumbai

•Economy-class flights between Cochin, Jaipur and Mumbai (direct flights not guaranteed).

Nicht im Programm enthalten

•Additional meals or beverages not listed above

•Hotel incidentals including mini bar, laundry and room service

•Indian Visa

•Excess or overweight luggage fees

Hinweis: Mehrtägige Landausflüge umfassen in der Regel ausgedehnte und längere Unternehmungen, während kürzere Ausflüge ein moderateres Programm bieten. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, gravel or natural paths. There may be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Rollstuhlfahrer und Gäste mit eingeschränkter Mobilität wenden sich bitte im Voraus an die Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft und erkundigen sich, ob die gewünschten Ausflüge ganz oder nur teilweise für ihre individuelle Situation geeignet sind.

Alle Programme an Land sind beschränkt und gelten vorbehaltlich der Verfügbarkeit. Programme, bei denen nicht die Mindestanzahl an erforderlichen Teilnehmern erreicht wird, können gestrichen werden. Die aufgelisteten Preise unterliegen Änderungen aufgrund von unerwartet eintretenden Kostensteigerungen für Transport, Landprogramme und Währungsschwankungen.

Einmal erworben, ist der Preis garantiert und unterliegt keinen weiteren Änderungen. Mid-cruise overland programs must be purchased no later than 60 days prior to your sail date. Stornierungen, die 60 Tage oder weniger vor dem Abfahrtsdatum erfolgen, unterliegen einer Stornogebühr von 100 %.

Fly to Aurangabad to explore India’s most extraordinary cave temples carved out of sheer rock—the caves of Ajanta, where Buddhist monks once lived, and the Ellora Caves, which three different religious groups occupied.

Hinweis: Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.

Due to the amount of walking, at times on uneven surfaces, this program is not recommended for anyone with walking difficulty or if a cane, walker or wheelchair are used.

Day 1 – Saturday, 30. März

After disembarking the ship in Cochin, you will transfer to the airport for a flight to Mumbai. En-route you will have a city tour of Cochin and lunch at a local hotel. Your bags will be transported to the airport in a separate baggage van for an advance check-in.

Upon arrival in Mumbai, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for the evening. Dinner is included.

Day 2 – Sunday, 31. März 2024

Early in the morning, a light continental breakfast is served in the lobby prior to transferring to the airport for a flight to Aurangabad.

At the airport, receive boarding passes and proceed through security. Refreshments are served on board the flight.

Upon arrival in Aurangabad, transfer to your hotel for breakfast and use the facilities.

After breakfast, drive into the countryside towards the Ajanta Caves. In the early 19th Century, a group of British officers accidentally came upon these caves, which were buried under debris and screened by foliage. The first of these caves was hollowed out from the site of the cliff in the 2nd century B.C.

Strung out in a sweeping horseshoe shape in an inner fold of the hills, the caves were a secluded retreat for Buddhist monastic orders and yet offered easy access to the trade routes that swung past here to the coast. With little more than hammers and chisels, the monks painstakingly and slowly created underground shrines, chapels and monasteries, where they lived, taught and carried out ritual performances. The 30 caves of Ajanta, some unfinished, span a period of 800 years and contain numerous images of the Buddha.

A packed lunch prepared by your hotel is served before returning to the hotel.

The evening is at leisure with an option to revisit the Aurangabad town.

Dinner is included at your hotel

Day 3 – Monday, 01. April 2024

After breakfast at your hotel, you drive into the picturesque hills to the north and visit the Ellora Caves. This magnificent UNESCO World Heritage site contains 34 Hindu, Jain and Buddhist caves cut into volcanic lava cliffs.

The once-abandoned, more than 2,000-year-old caves lie near an ancient trade route and are believed to be the work of priests and craftsmen who used the route. The carvings, ornamentation and frescoes inside tell the stories of how these three religions evolved.

The most marvelous cave temple is Kailash. The world’s largest monolithic sculpture, it was sculpted out of a rock by 7.000 laborers over a 150-year period. The story of its construction is inscribed on the copper plate grant of King Krishna I, under whose patronage the temple was carved. Architecturally and sculpturally, art historians consider this to be the finest cave temple in the world.

Following your exploration of the Ellora Caves, you will return to the hotel for lunch and some time at leisure.

In the afternoon visit the revered Bibi Ka Maqbara tomb, known as the Black Taj because it is so similar to the Taj Mahal in Agra. Also visit a Himroo weaving workshop, where fine shawls, sarees and textiles are produced. Himroo merchandise was originally woven with pure gold and silver threads for royal families.

Upon returning to the hotel, dinner in included.

Note on walking and steps:

Ajanta Caves are carved into the side of a hill range. From the bottom, it takes 105 steps to get to the top which is typically an easy climb for anyone without walking difficulty. Once at the top, there is a gradual walk from one cave to the next. For guests with difficulties, our local operator can arrange Palanquins (a conveyance usually for one person that consists of an enclosed litter borne on the shoulders of men by means of poles) up and down as well as from one cave to the next, if necessary.

Ellora Caves are on ground level over a spread-out area. Battery buses shuttle between caves. The only place where a climb is encountered is at the Kailash Temple where there are easy steps however once again those with walking difficulties can be carried up and down.

Day 4 – Tuesday, 02. April 2024

Coffee, tea and juices are served in the lobby prior to transferring to the airport for an early morning flight to Mumbai. Upon arrival at airport, receive your boarding passes and proceed through security.

Breakfast will be served on the flight.

Arriving in Mumbai, you will be met and transferred to the pier with an overview of the city en-route.

HINWEIS: Pending confirmed flight details, this program has been planned so that World Cruise Guestss will be back in time for the planned event in Mumbai.

Landprogramm – Schritt für Schritt:

Hinweis: Die Reihenfolge der besuchten Sehenswürdigkeiten kann abweichen, um Verkehrsstaus zu vermeiden. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direktflüge können nicht garantiert werden. Endgültige Reiserouten mit den aktuellsten Details erhalten Sie vom Destination Services Team an Bord des Schiffs. Bitte sehen Sie sich Ihre finale Reiseroute genau an, falls weitere Änderungen vorgenommen wurden.

Day 1 - times are subject to change based on actual flight details once confirmed. Below is a sample itinerary

09:00 Uhr The ship is scheduled to arrive in Mangalore

09:30 Uhr After clearing immigration and custom formalities, transfer to the airport with an overview of the city

12:00 Uhr Arrive at an airport hotel for lunch

13:30 Uhr Arrive at the airport, receive boarding passes and proceed through security

15:00 Uhr Depart Cochin by Indigo Airlines flight for Mumbai (Flight details TBA and subject to change)

Refreshments are served aloft

17:00 Uhr Arrive in Mumbai and transfer to your hotel

18:00 Uhr Arrive at the hotel and check-in

19:30 Uhr Abendessen im Hotel

Overnight at the Taj Land’s End Hotel or similar hotel

Day 2 - times are subject to change based on actual flight details once confirmed. Below is a sample itinerary

04:00 Uhr Tea, coffee and rolls served in the lobby

04:30 Uhr Transfer to the airport for the Indigo Airlines flight to Aurangabad

05:00 Uhr Arrive at the airport, receive boarding passes and proceed through security

06:25 Uhr Flight departs for Aurangabad (flight details TBA and subject to change)Refreshments served aloft

07:30 Uhr Arrive Aurangabad and transfer to your hotel

08:30 Uhr Arrive at the hotel for breakfast and use the facilities

09:30 Uhr Drive to the Ajanta Caves

12:00 Uhr Arrive and visit the Caves

14:00 Uhr A packed lunch is served before returning to the hotel

18:00 Uhr Arrive at the hotel

From 19:30 Uhr Dinner

Overnight at the Taj Vivanta or similar hotel

Tag 3

From 07:00 Uhr Breakfast is served at the hotel

08:30 Uhr Proceed to the Ellora Caves

09:30 Uhr Arrive and visit the Caves

12:30 Uhr Return to your hotel

13:30 Uhr Arrive at the hotel for a late lunch

1:30 – 16:00 Uhr Lunch and leisure time

From 16:00 Uhr Sightseeing of Aurangabad city including Bibi-ka-Maqbara (the Black Taj and the

Himroo Weaving workshop

18:30 Uhr Return to your hotel

From 19:30 Uhr Dinner at the hotel

Overnight at the Taj Vivanta or similar hotel

Day 4 - times are subject to change based on actual flight details once confirmed. Below is a sample itinerary

05:15 Uhr Tea, coffee and juices are served in the lobby

06:00 Uhr Transfer to the airport

06:30 Uhr Arrive at the airport, receive boarding passes and proceed through security

08:00 Uhr Depart Aurangabad by Indigo Airlines for Mumbai (flight details TBA and subject to change)

Breakfast is served aloft

08:50 Uhr Arrive in Mumbai and transfer to the pier with an overview of the city en-route

13:00 Uhr Approximate arrival at the pier to re-board your ship

Voraussichtliches Wetter:

Days are sunny with temperatures between 30 to 35°C (86 to 95°F).

Was Sie mitbringen sollten:

Tagsüber legere Kleidung. Sun block, hat, shades and comfortable walking shoes are important.

At the Caves, it is customary to remove your footwear before entering.

Währung:

US Dollars are widely accepted.

Stromspannung:

220 – 240 volts. Hotel rooms are equipped with converters however we recommend brining your own international travel adaptor for electric devices just in case.

Gepäck:

Light luggage would be most suited for this trip.

A maximum of 1 checked suitcase per person is permitted free of charge (15 kg or 33 lbs) and one carry-on (7 kg or 15 lbs). Anything over this allowance will be subject to fees imposed by the airline and payable by guests at check in for each flight.

Airline & type of aircraft (subject to change):

Indigo Airlines – Airbus A320

Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations)

1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.

2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)

3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via the Reservations Team at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).

4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which the cruise line nor our local ground operator be responsible for.

Erforderliche Papiere und Visa:

A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel is required as well as an Indian Visa

Please check with your local embassy for any special visa requirements for your nationality

VERY IMPORTANT – The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase for this program otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.

Failure to have the required documents ahead of time or incorrect names on flight tickets will result in either denial of travel or ticket re-purchase and guests will be responsible for any fees incurred.

Unterkunft:

Mumbai

Taj Lands End

Byramji Jeejeebhoy Road, Bandstand, Bandra (West), Mumbai, 400050

Telefon: +91 22-6668-1234

Aurangabad

Taj Vivanta Aurangabad

8 N 12, CIDCO, Dr. Rafiq Zakaria Marg, Rauza Bagh, Aurangabad, Maharashtra - 431003

Telefon: +91 240 6613737

*We will only substitute a hotel in unforeseen situations. If a hotel is substituted, it will be similar and with equal ratings and standards and guests will be notified in advance. If guests are not notified of any changes before departure, then the hotels listed in this program will be used.

Im Programm enthalten:

•1 night at the Taj Lands End in a Deluxe Room

•2 nights at the Taj Vivanta in a Deluxe Delight Room

•All meals with dinner and lunch inclusive of house wines, beer, mineral water, sodas

•Packed lunch during the excursion to Ajanta Caves

•Transfers and sightseeing as indicated in the itinerary using an air-conditioned deluxe bus

•Unlimited mineral water will be provided in the bus at all times

•Economy class flights Cochin - Mumbai – Aurangabad – Mumbai (direct flights not guaranteed)

•Entrance fees and camera charges at the monuments

•Accompanying local Tour Manager throughout the program

Nicht enthalten:

•Gratuities to drives, guides and tour manager

•Indian Visa fee

•Any meals or beverages not listed in the itinerary

• Sonstige Ausgaben im Hotel, einschließlich Minibar und Zimmerservice

•Excess or overweight luggage fees

Hinweis: Mehrtägige Landausflüge umfassen in der Regel ausgedehnte und längere Unternehmungen, während kürzere Ausflüge ein moderateres Programm bieten. Alle Programme sind jedoch verschieden, und die Teilnehmer sollten sich auf unterschiedlichen Untergrund einstellen, z. B.: Steigungen, Kopfsteinpflaster, Sand, Kies oder naturbelassene Wege. Gelegentlich wird auch Treppensteigen verlangt. Rollstuhlfahrer und Gäste mit eingeschränkter Mobilität wenden sich bitte im Voraus an die Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft und erkundigen sich, ob die gewünschten Ausflüge ganz oder nur teilweise für ihre individuelle Situation geeignet sind. Dem Wetter angemessene Kleidung, Kopfbedeckung, Sonnenbrille und flache, bequeme Wanderschuhe werden generell empfohlen.

Alle Programme an Land sind beschränkt und gelten vorbehaltlich der Verfügbarkeit. Programme, bei denen nicht die Mindestanzahl an erforderlichen Teilnehmern erreicht wird, können gestrichen werden. Die aufgelisteten Preise unterliegen Änderungen aufgrund von unerwartet eintretenden Kostensteigerungen für Transport, Landprogramme und Währungsschwankungen.

Einmal erworben, ist der Preis garantiert und unterliegt keinen weiteren Änderungen. Überlandprogramme während der Kreuzfahrt sind spätestens 60 Tage vor dem Start der Kreuzfahrt zu buchen. Stornierungen, die 60 Tage oder weniger vor dem Abfahrtsdatum erfolgen, unterliegen einer Stornogebühr von 100 %.

Eines der bekanntesten Bauwerke der Welt, das in Agra gelegene faszinierende Taj Mahal, wird Sie mit Ehrfurcht erfüllen und Ihr Herz für immer gefangen nehmen. Mit seiner funkelnden Mischung aus weißem Marmor und Halbedelsteinen inmitten einer kunstvoll gestalteten Parkanlage gilt das Taj Mahal als schönstes Beispiel des Mogulstils. This program includes the opportunity to visit three UNESCO world heritage sites: the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and the ancient city of Fatehpur Sikri; all of which are legacies from Mughal times.

Hinweis: Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.

TAG 1

After disembarkation from the ship in Cochin, you will proceed to the airport for your flight to Delhi.

Upon arrival at the Cochin airport, you will receive boarding passes and proceed through security. Für einen vorgezogenen Check-in wird Ihr Gepäck eingesammelt und in einem separaten Fahrzeug zum Flughafen gebracht. Dinner will be served on the flight.

On arrival in Delhi, transfer to your hotel for check-in.

Soup and finger sandwiches are served prior to retiring for the evening.

TAG 2

After breakfast, check out and drive to Agra via the new Yamuna Expressway with vistas of India’s vast rural farming countryside.

Agra, die Stadt des Taj Mahals, zählte zu den prächtigsten Städten Südasiens. Mit Eintreffen der von Babur angeführten Mogule im Jahre 1526 begann für Agra während der Regentschaft von Akbar, Jehangir und Shah Jahan ein völlig neues Zeitalter. Durch Akbar wurde die Stadt zum Zentrum der Lehre und des Handels, von Kunst und Kultur. Die weltoffenen Basare der Stadt und ihre strategisch günstige Lage am Fluss Jamuna sorgten insgesamt für ideale Voraussetzungen zum Aufbau eines Reichs.

Upon arrival in Agra check-in to your hotel. Oberoi Amarvilas is voted as one of the top three hotels of the world. Its classical architecture is complemented by elaborate Mughul gardens, terraced lawns, fountains, reflection pools and pavilions and every room has a frontal view of the Taj Mahal.

After lunch visit Agra Fort, a World Heritage Site credited to Emperor Akbar, India’s great visionary. Seine Söhne und Enkelkinder haben ihren Teil zu diesem imposanten Gebäude beigetragen, das am Ufer des Yamuna-Flusses steht. Wieder war es das Ziel der Mogulherrschaft, mithilfe der Fusion von islamischer und hinduistischer Tradition weitere atemberaubende Paläste, Moscheen und Audienzhallen mit massiven Wänden aus reich verziertem rotem Sandstein zu erbauen.

Back at your hotel, and after some time to freshen up, enjoy the classical dance form of Kathak in the ballroom. Nach der Tanzvorführung wird ein Abendessen im Buffetstil serviert.

Tag 3

Enjoy tea, coffee, juices and rolls in the lobby before departing for the Taj Mahal. With its incredible lacy white grandeur, it is perhaps the most perfect architectural monument in the world. Der große Mogul Shah Jahan ließ dieses überaus reich verzierte und unvergleichliche Bauwerk in Gedenken an die Liebe zu seiner Frau erbauen. Although amazingly graceful from any angle, it is the close-up detail, which is really astounding.

Return to your hotel for breakfast.

Morning option following breakfast:

•Drive an hour into the Indian countryside to visit Fatehpur Sikri, the red sandstone former capital of the Mughal empire. Die Stadt existierte von 1571 bis 1585 n. Chr. und wurde dann, wahrscheinlich wegen der schlechten Wasserversorgung, verlassen.

•Visit the Tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daulah in the old city, the first Mughal structure pioneering the extensive use

of `pietra dura’, the inlay work of marble, so characteristic of the Taj Mahal. Im Vergleich zum überragenden Taj Mahal ist dieses Mausoleum eher klein und gedrungen, doch die kleinere Ausführung besitzt ihren ganz eigenen Charme, und die kunstvoll gearbeiteten Oberflächen des Grabmals gehören zu den feinsten, die man sich vorstellen kann.

Afternoon Options following lunch:

•Visit the Tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daulah as described above

•At the hotel, Agra’s leading astrologer will be available for consultation. Appointments for an analysis of your personal horoscope can be made at the Regent Seven Seas Hospitality desk

•Take a look at some of Agra’s famous shopping …. Kohinoor, erstwhile jewelers to the Mughal court, featured in National Geographic. Old emerald necklaces, enamel, jewelry, silver, pocket watches in Gold and silver, textiles and embroidery form part of their private collection. The Marble Inlay factories steeped in this decorative art culture are also a specialty of Agra.

Later in the day revisit the Taj Mahal at sunset where the monument appears to change its hue, tinted by the glow of the setting sun.

Dinner will be served back at your hotel

Tag 4

Early this morning, return to Delhi for a flight to Mumbai. Tea, coffee, juices and rolls will be served in the lobby prior to departure.

At the airport, collect boarding passes and proceed through security and then onto the plane for the flight to Mumbai. A packed lunch is served at the airport and snacks are served on the flight.

Upon arrival in Mumbai, transfer to the pier to rejoin your ship.

A separate van will be provided for transportation of your luggage to the pier

Landprogramm – Schritt für Schritt:

Hinweis: Die Reihenfolge der besuchten Sehenswürdigkeiten kann abweichen, um Verkehrsstaus zu vermeiden. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direktflüge können nicht garantiert werden. Endgültige Reiserouten mit den aktuellsten Details erhalten Sie vom Destination Services Team an Bord des Schiffs. Bitte sehen Sie sich Ihre finale Reiseroute genau an, falls weitere Änderungen vorgenommen wurden.

Tag 1

16:00 Uhr Disembark the ship in Cochin and transfer to the airport

17:45 Uhr Arrive at the airport, receive boarding passes and proceed through security

19:45 Uhr Depart Cochin for a flight to Delhi (Flight details TBA and subject to change) Dinner will be served on the flight

22:55 Uhr Arrive in Delhi and transfer to your hotel

23:30 Uhr Arrive and check-in. Soup and finger sandwiches are served

Overnight at The Oberoi Gurgaon or similar hotel

Tag 2

08:00 Uhr Breakfast at your hotel

09:30 Uhr Depart for Agra by road

13:30 Uhr Arrive in Agra and check-in to your hotel

From 14:00 Uhr Lunch and time at leisure

16:30 Uhr Visit Agra Fort

19:00 Uhr Classical Kathak dance performance at the hotel followed by dinner

Overnight at the Oberoi Amarvilas or similar hotel

Tag 3

04:45 Uhr Tea, coffee, juices and rolls served in the lobby

05:30 Uhr Depart for the Taj Mahal

5:30 – 07:30 Uhr Sunrise visit of the monument

From 08:00 Uhr Breakfast at the hotel

Optionen am Morgen

09:30 Uhr Visit Fatehpur Sikri or

09:30 Uhr Visit Itmad-Ud-Daulah

12:30–14:00 Uhr Lunch at the hotel

Optionen am Nachmittag

14:30 Uhr-17:00 Uhr Visit Itmad-Ud-Daulah or

14:30 Uhr–17:00 Uhr Shuttles to local market and inlay factories or

14:30 Uhr–17:00 Uhr Appointment with the local astrologer

17:30 Uhr Revisit the Taj Mahal at sunset

From 19:00 Uhr Dinner at the hotel

Overnight at the Oberoi Amarvilas or similar hotel

Tag 4

From 07:00 Uhr Breakfast at your hotel

09:00 Uhr Check out and drive back to Delhi

12:30 Uhr Arrive at the Delhi airport, receive boarding passes and proceed through security

A packed lunch is served at the airport

14:20 Uhr Flight from Delhi to Mumbai (Flight details TBA and subject to change) Refreshments are served mid flight

16:30 Uhr Arrive in Mumbai and transfer to the pier

18:30 Uhr Arrive at the pier and reboard your ship

HINWEIS:

Oberoi Gurgaon

•2 steps plus ramp from the lobby to the elevator area

•2 steps plus ramp from the elevator to the all-day dining restaurant

Oberoi Amarvilas

•3 flights of steps (5 each) along the path to get to the lobby

•Rooms: All floors are accessible from the lobby by elevator except for the first floor which has 4 easy steps to climb

•Restaurants: Accessible by the elevator from the rooms and lobby

•Ballroom & Jodha Gardens: located in the lobby level…4 to 6 easy steps to get to both these venues

TAJ MAHAL

•6 steps down from the first platform to get to the main mausoleum. 6 steps climb to the base of the mosque. 22 steps up to get to the main tomb. Wheelchair accessible only up to the base of the main mausoleum.

Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri & Tomb of Itmad–Ud–Daulah:

•All these monuments have one or two easy steps plus ramps at different locations which are accessible by wheelchair

Voraussichtliches Wetter:

Days are sunny and comfortable with temperatures between 30 to 35°C (86 to 95°F). The evenings will be cooler.

Was Sie mitbringen sollten:

Tagsüber legere Kleidung. Also, important is sun block, hat, sunglasses and comfortable walking shoes. Da das Taj Mahal ein Mausoleum ist, sind bestimmte religiöse Gebräuche zu beachten. Als Zeichen Ihres Respekts ziehen Sie bitte vor Betreten Ihre Schuhe aus. Avoid tops with spaghetti straps and short shorts for ladies – knee length shorts are okay for ladies and gents.

Währung:

Indian Rupees. US Dollars are widely accepted

Stromspannung:

220 – 240 volts. Hotel rooms are equipped with converters however we recommend you bring your own travel adaptors for electric devices as a backup.

Gepäck:

Light luggage would be most suited for this trip. A maximum of 1 suitcase is permitted per person and one carry-on. Suitcases are not to weigh more than 15 kg (33 lbs) per airline regulations. Any luggage exceeding this amount will be subject to fees payable by the guest directly to the airline at the time of check-in.

Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights in India (as per Airline regulations):

1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.

2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)

3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at RSSC at least 1 month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).

4. Failure to comply with the above regulations will result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which Regent Seven Seas Cruises nor our local ground operator be responsible for.

Guests brining a scooter will need to advise our Reservations team in advance. Specific details regarding the scooter will be required (as advised to us by the Indian airlines) including model, model number, a photo, maximum speed, ground clearance, turning radius, overall length & width of the base, seat type, weight, battery weight, battery requirements, maximum range per charge, battery charger information, battery type (detachable or not), maximum weight capacity, color.

Erforderliche Papiere und Visa:

It is essential to have a valid Indian Visa in advance of this trip.

Guests must bring their passport with them

VERY IMPORTANT – The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase for this program otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.

Failure to have the required documents ahead of time will result in denial of travel and guests will have to pay for any expenses incurred in order to not proceed with the program.

Unterkunft:

The Oberoi Gurgaon - Delhi

443, Udyog Vihar, Phase V, Gurgaon, Haryana – 122 016

Telefon: +91 124 2451234

Agra:

Oberoi Amarvilas - Agra

Taj East Gate Road, Agra 282001, India

Telefon: +91 562 2231515

* Eine Änderung der Hotels findet nur in unvorhergesehenen Fällen statt. Sollte ein Wechsel in ein vergleichbares Hotel notwendig sein, können Sie dieselbe Wertung und denselben Standard erwarten. Sie werden außerdem über diesen Wechsel informiert. Sofern Sie vor Abreise nicht über Änderungen informiert werden, wird die Übernachtung in einem der folgenden Hotels auf dieser Liste organisiert:

Im Programm enthalten:

•1 night at The Oberoi Gurgaon in Delhi or similar hotel – Deluxe room

•2 nights at The Oberoi Amarvilas - Premier Room

•Transfers, sightseeing and road journeys using air-conditioned deluxe coaches

•Unlimited mineral water will be provided in the bus

•All meals inclusive of house wines, beer, mineral water, sodas and current taxes

•Economy class flights from Cochin to Delhi and from Delhi to Mumbai - Direct flights are not guaranteed

•Entrance fees and camera and video charges at the Taj Mahal monument

•Tours per the itinerary including options on Day 3

•Kathak dance performance

•Local fortuneteller

•The services of an accompanying Tour Manager from Cochin until Mumbai

Nicht enthalten:

•Any meals or beverages not listed in the itinerary

• Persönliche Ausgaben

• Trinkgelder für Fahrer und Fremdenführer

•Hotel incidentals including mini bar, laundry and room service

•Visa fees

•Excess or overweight luggage fees on flights

Hinweis: Mehrtägige Landausflüge umfassen in der Regel ausgedehnte und längere Unternehmungen, während kürzere Ausflüge ein moderateres Programm bieten. Alle Programme sind jedoch verschieden, und die Teilnehmer sollten sich auf unterschiedliche Straßen- und Wegeverhältnisse einstellen, z. B.: Steigungen, Kopfsteinpflaster, Sand und Kies oder unbefestigte Wege. Gelegentlich wird auch Treppensteigen verlangt. Rollstuhlfahrer und Gäste mit eingeschränkter Mobilität wenden sich bitte im Voraus an die Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft und erkundigen sich, ob die gewünschten Ausflüge ganz oder nur teilweise für ihre individuelle Situation geeignet sind. Dem Wetter angemessene Kleidung, Kopfbedeckung, Sonnenbrille und flache, bequeme Wanderschuhe werden generell empfohlen.

Alle Programme an Land sind beschränkt und gelten vorbehaltlich der Verfügbarkeit. Programme, bei denen nicht die Mindestanzahl an erforderlichen Teilnehmern erreicht wird, können gestrichen werden. Die aufgelisteten Preise unterliegen Änderungen aufgrund von unerwartet eintretenden Kostensteigerungen für Transport, Landprogramme und Währungsschwankungen.

Einmal erworben, ist der Preis garantiert und unterliegt keinen weiteren Änderungen. Überlandprogramme während der Kreuzfahrt sind spätestens 60 Tage vor dem Start der Kreuzfahrt zu buchen. Cancellations made within 60 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation pen

Explore the key attractions in and around Nepal’s capital of Kathmandu, many of them World Heritage Sites, including temples, royal cities and other architectural treasures.

Hinweis: Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.

Due to the amount of walking, at times on uneven surfaces, this program is not recommended for anyone with walking difficulty or if a cane, walker or wheelchair are used.

Day 1 – 17. April 2024

After clearing immigration and Customs in Cochin, you will transfer to the airport and fly to Bangalore. A lunch box is served at the Banglaore airport while in transit.

Upon arriving, you will be assisted for a connecting flight to Kathmandu. Dinner is served on the flight.

In Kathmandu, you will be assisted with visa issuance and baggage collection.

HINWEIS: Please have on hand 1 passport sized photo for the Nepal Visa - Your tour manager will collect this from you in flight.

Home to eight of the world’s 10 tallest peaks, the tiny kingdom of Nepal is ringed by the Himalayas. It is a land of contrasts, harboring a wealth of Buddhist and Hindu art and architecture. Nepal’s colorful capital city Kathmandu reflects 2.000 years of peaceful co-existence and exudes a unique blend of Hinduism and Buddhism, which is distinctly Nepalese in character.

Nepal has eight World Heritage sites and has won two Heritage Awards, one for the city of Bhaktapur and the other for the Dwarika’s Hotel, where you will spend the evening.

Described as a “living, breathing museum, displaying Nepal’s best craftsmanship from the 13th century,” the hotel rooms and public areas at Dwarika’s Hotel reflect medieval architectural traditions. Every brick is handmade, every piece of wood original and centuries old.

Day 2 – 18. April 2024

Early in the morning, you will transfer to the airport for a flight-seeing excursion (weather permitting), soaring over glacier-clad, cloud-shrouded peaks and other landscapes around Mount Everest. Afterwards, you will return to the hotel for breakfast.

Following breakfast, you will have some time at leisure and before noon you will drive to the Traditional Inn in Patan for lunch. After lunch you will visit Patan, one of three royal cities in the valley. Commissioned by India’s great emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century, this World Heritage Site within four stupas is known as the City of Fine Arts.

The temples around the main square are impressive as is the Patan Museum, which is housed within a picturesque palace setting. In an international campaign by UNESCO for safeguarding monuments in Kathmandu Valley, the Austrian government joined hands with Nepal to restore and preserve Patan.

Newari architectural style blossomed in the form of temples, palaces, residences and squares between the 12th and 18th centuries, representing a timelessness in Nepalese architecture and its definitive characteristics, often guided by religious and socio-cultural norms.

You will enjoy a cup of tea in a 150-year-old restored Newari home. Its ground level is for daily activities and storage, while the floors above contain living spaces and bedrooms. The top floor serves as the family shrine and cooking and dining area.

Next, you will see Patan’s Living Goddess, who typically acknowledges greetings of devotees from the balcony of her temple residence. Known as kumaris, Nepal’s living goddesses live in seclusion and rarely speak in public.

After a private audience with the goddess it’s on to the Singing Bowl workshops. According to the oral traditions, singing bowls were brought to Nepal from India in the 8th century along with Buddha’s teachings. The Nepalese were expert bronze makers which allowed them to perfect these bowls which are commonly used as a tool for meditation. The beautiful rich tones the bowls produce are thought to help achieve a state of deep relaxation.

There’s time for individual exploration before departing for Thamel - Kathmandu’s hip street. Pulsating Thamel has become a world address for international trekkers, mountaineers and curio shoppers looking for a bargain.

Transfer to and enjoy drinks and dinner at a local favorite “Sam’s One Tree Café”. Following dinner the group returns to the hotel for the evening.

Day 3 – 19. April 2024

After breakfast, you will drive to the World Heritage city of Bhadgaon, also known as Bhaktapur. Founded in the 9th century, Bhaktapur, also known as the City of Devotees, is revered for its medieval art and architecture. As you meander around Durbar Square, you will see the 55 Window Palace and Nyatapola temple, considered to be the finest example of Pagoda-style architecture.

Following lunch at Kathmandu’s popular Chez Caroline Café, you will return to the hotel.

Later, you will visit the great Stupa at Bodhnath, one of the largest of its kind in the world. Constructed in the 14th century, the stupa is built on an octagonal base, inset with prayer wheels. Bodhnath is also a center of the Tibetan community in Nepal, where you will visit a monastery and interact with a senior monk. A visit is also made to the Thangka Painting Studio, which renowned artist Lok Chitrakar founded. The sacred art form of Thangkas is a visual interpretation of Buddhist and Hindu philosophies that date from before the 7th century C.E.

You will then visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pashupatinath, one of the holiest Hindu temples and a major pilgrimage site dedicated to the god Shiva. Situated within a natural setting on the bank of the sacred Bagmati River, the temple features a pagoda style, a gilded roof and a richly carved silver door.

After watching the Aarti prayer offering ceremony at the temple, you will return to the hotel to spend the evening. Dinner is included at your hotel.

Day 4 - 20. April 2024

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and the morning is at leisure.

Later, after a light lunch in the Courtyard, you will transfer to the airport for the flight from Kathmandu to Mumbai. Upon arrival in Mumbai, you will transfer to the pier and re-embark the ship.

Landprogramm – Schritt für Schritt

Die Reihenfolge der besuchten Sehenswürdigkeiten kann abweichen, um Verkehrsstaus zu vermeiden. This program is subject to flight confirmations beyond our control. All program details, including timings and flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Destination Services will provide a final itinerary with up-to-date details once you board the ship. Please review the final itinerary carefully for any amendments.

Day 1 - timings below are for reference only and are subject to change based on flight details once

bestätigt

10:30 Uhr Disembark and transfer to Cochin Airport

12:00 Uhr Arrive at the Airport and complete check-in formalities, receive boarding passes and proceed through security

13:55 Uhr Depart Cochin for Bangalore - light snack served on board

Flight details TBA and subject to change

15:00 Uhr Arrive in Bangalore and proceed to the International terminal and complete check-in,

Immigration and other formalities for your flight to Kathmandu

A lunch box is served at the airport while in transit

17:50 Uhr Depart for Kathmandu -dinner served on board

Flight details TBA and subject to change

21:05 Uhr Arrive in Kathmandu. You are met at immigration, assistance with visa issuance

(1 passport photo is required) customs and transfer to your nearby hotel

21:45 Uhr Arrive at your hotel and check in

Overnight at Dwarika’s Hotel or similar hotel

Tag 2

05:30 Uhr Tea and coffee are served in the lobby before transferring to the airport

06:00 Uhr Transfer to the domestic terminal

06:15 Uhr Arrive, receive boarding passes and proceed to security before boarding the aircraft

06:45 Uhr Depart on an hour’s flightseeing (weather permitting) to the Everest

Region, featuring Mt. Everest and other legendry Himalayan peaks

07:45 Uhr Return to Kathmandu Airport and transfer back to your hotel

08:15 Uhr Breakfast in the Toran Restaurant

12:00 Uhr Transfer to Patan

12:45 Uhr Lunch at the Traditional Inn or similar

14:00 Uhr Visit Patan; its Museum, Main Square and ancient temples, private Newari House,

Living Goddess and the Singing Bowl workshop

15:30 Uhr Free time for individual exploration of this World Heritage City

16:30 Uhr Gather and transfer to Thamel

17:00 Uhr Arrive and walk around with your guide

18:00 Uhr Depart for Kathmandu’s Main Avenue

18:30 Uhr Drinks and dinner at Sam’s One Tree Café or similar

20:30 Uhr Return to your hotel

Overnight at Dwarika’s Hotel or similar hotel

Tag 3

From 07:00 Uhr Breakfast in the Dwarikas Courtyard

09:30 Uhr Proceed to visit Bhadgaon City (Bhaktapur) and later walk around its

Durbar Square to see the Palace of 55 windows and Nyatapola temple

13:00 Uhr Lunch at the Chez Caroline restaurant or similar

15:00 Uhr Return to the hotel

16:00 Uhr Depart for Bodhnath Stupa

16:15 Uhr Arrive and visit Bodhnath Stupa

17:15 Uhr Visit the nearby Tibetan Monastery & Thangka Painting School, followed by time for individual exploration.

18:00 Uhr Depart Bodhnath for Pashupatinath temple

18:15 Uhr Visit Pashupatinath and witness the Aarti Ceremony (Evening Prayer

Ritual)

19:00 Uhr Return to the hotel – dinner on own at your leisure

Overnight at Dwarika’s Hotel or similar hotel

Day 4 - timings below are for reference only and are subject to change based on flight details once

bestätigt

From 7am Breakfast in the Toran restaurant.

10:30 Uhr Checkout and transfer to the International Airport for a flight to Mumbai - flight details TBA and subject to change

11:00 Uhr Arrive at the airport, receive boarding passes and proceed through immigration and security

13:25 Uhr Flight departs Kathmandu – Lunch served onboard

15:55 Uhr Arrive Mumbai, pass through immigration & customs and transfer to the pier

18:00 Uhr Arrive at the pier and re-board the ship

Voraussichtliches Wetter:

Days are expected to be warm and sunny and evenings pleasant. The average daytime temperatures are around 30°C or 86°F whereas the minimum temperatures are about 25°C or 77°F.

Was Sie mitbringen sollten:

Casual clothing through the trip along with comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, hat, sunblock, swimwear and insect repellent. Early mornings and late evenings can sometimes get a bit chilly so it’s advisable to carry a light sweater or jacket for this possibility.

Währung:

Nepali Rupee: One U.S dollar is approximately Rupees 105 (subject to change). The hotel has an exchange facility

Stromspannung:

Nepal has a 230-volt, 50-hertz cycle power supply and 2-pin cylindrical sockets and plugs.

However, the rooms are fitted with necessary adaptors

Aircraft type (all subject to change):

Spice Jet, Boeing 737-800 – Economy

Nepal Airlines – Airbus 320/Boeing 757

Flightseeing tour – ATR, Yeti Airlines, 35 seater

Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights in India (as per Airline regulations):

1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.

2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)

3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at RSSC at least 1 month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).

4. Failure to comply with the above regulations will result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which Regent Seven Seas Cruises nor our local ground operator be responsible for.

Luggage information:

On internal flights, check-in bags are not to weigh more than 15kg (33 lbs) and the carry-ons are max of 7 kgs (15 lbs).

Please pack items such as scissors and other sharp instruments in your check-in baggage. Liquids must be 100 ml or less in your carry on. Power banks and portable mobile chargers are not permitted in checked-in bags, they need to be kept in your carry on.

Erforderliche Papiere und Visa:

It is essential to have a multiple entry valid Indian Visa for the trip obtained in advance.

*Nepal visa will be issued on arrival – all guests will be required to have 1 passport photo for this Visa

Unterkunft:

Dwarikas’ Hotel

Battisputali Kathmandu, Nepal, P.O. Box: 459,

Telefon: (977-1) 4479488

* Eine Änderung der Hotels findet nur in unvorhergesehenen Fällen statt. If a similar hotel is required it will be of equal ratings and standards and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure then you will be staying at the hotel listed in this program.

Im Programm enthalten:

•Accommodation for 3 nights at the Dwarika’s Hotel in Kathmandu in a Heritage deluxe room

•All meals with lunches and dinners inclusive of house wines, beer, mineral water and sodas

•Transfers, sightseeing and road journeys in Nepal

•Mineral water and sodas in the vehicles

•Economy-class flights per the itinerary – direct flights not guaranteed

•Entrance fees and camera charges at monuments

•Mountain flightseeing

•Nepal visa

•The services of a local tour manager to accompany the group from Cochin until Mumbai

Nicht im Programm enthalten:

•Valid tourist visa for India

•Gratuities to drivers, guides and tour manager

• Sonstige Ausgaben im Hotel, einschließlich Minibar und Zimmerservice

•Meals or beverages not indicated in the itinerary

•Excess or overweight luggage

Hinweis: Mehrtägige Landausflüge umfassen in der Regel ausgedehnte und längere Unternehmungen, während kürzere Ausflüge ein moderateres Programm bieten. However, each program varies and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces, which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, gravel or natural paths. Gelegentlich wird auch Treppensteigen verlangt. Rollstuhlfahrer und Gäste mit eingeschränkter Mobilität wenden sich bitte im Voraus an die Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft und erkundigen sich, ob die gewünschten Ausflüge ganz oder nur teilweise für ihre individuelle Situation geeignet sind.

Alle Programme an Land sind beschränkt und gelten vorbehaltlich der Verfügbarkeit. Programme, bei denen nicht die Mindestanzahl an erforderlichen Teilnehmern erreicht wird, können gestrichen werden. Die aufgelisteten Preise unterliegen Änderungen aufgrund von unerwartet eintretenden Kostensteigerungen für Transport, Landprogramme und Währungsschwankungen.

Einmal erworben, ist der Preis garantiert und unterliegt keinen weiteren Änderungen. Überlandprogramme während der Kreuzfahrt sind spätestens 60 Tage vor dem Start der Kreuzfahrt zu buchen. Stornierungen, die 60 Tage oder weniger vor dem Abfahrtsdatum erfolgen, unterliegen einer Stornogebühr von 100 %.

Eines der bekanntesten Bauwerke der Welt, das in Agra gelegene faszinierende Taj Mahal, wird Sie mit Ehrfurcht erfüllen und Ihr Herz für immer gefangen nehmen. Mit seiner funkelnden Mischung aus weißem Marmor und Halbedelsteinen inmitten einer kunstvoll gestalteten Parkanlage gilt das Taj Mahal als schönstes Beispiel des Mogulstils. This program includes the opportunity to visit two UNESCO world heritage sites: the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort both of which are legacies from Mughal times.

Hinweis: Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC), CPAP breathing machines or scooters should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.

DAY 1 – 30. März 2024

After disembarkation from the ship in Cochin, you will proceed to the airport for your flight to Delhi.

Upon arrival at the Cochin airport, you will receive boarding passes and proceed through security. Für einen vorgezogenen Check-in wird Ihr Gepäck eingesammelt und in einem separaten Fahrzeug zum Flughafen gebracht. Lunch is arranged at an airport hotel.

On arrival in Delhi, transfer to your hotel for check-in.

Dinner is included at the hotel.

DAY 2 – 31. März 2024

After breakfast, check out and drive to Agra via the new Yamuna Expressway with vistas of India’s vast rural farming countryside.

Agra, die Stadt des Taj Mahals, zählte zu den prächtigsten Städten Südasiens. Mit Eintreffen der von Babur angeführten Mogule im Jahre 1526 begann für Agra während der Regentschaft von Akbar, Jehangir und Shah Jahan ein völlig neues Zeitalter. Durch Akbar wurde die Stadt zum Zentrum der Lehre und des Handels, von Kunst und Kultur. Die weltoffenen Basare der Stadt und ihre strategisch günstige Lage am Fluss Jamuna sorgten insgesamt für ideale Voraussetzungen zum Aufbau eines Reichs.

Upon arrival in Agra check-in to your hotel.

After lunch visit the Agra Fort, a World Heritage Site credited to Emperor Akbar, India’s great visionary. Seine Söhne und Enkelkinder haben ihren Teil zu diesem imposanten Gebäude beigetragen, das am Ufer des Yamuna-Flusses steht. Wieder war es das Ziel der Mogulherrschaft, mithilfe der Fusion von islamischer und hinduistischer Tradition weitere atemberaubende Paläste, Moscheen und Audienzhallen mit massiven Wänden aus reich verziertem rotem Sandstein zu erbauen.

Then you will visit the Taj Mahal for sunset. With its incredible lacy white grandeur, it is perhaps the most perfect architectural monument in the world. Der große Mogul Shah Jahan ließ dieses überaus reich verzierte und unvergleichliche Bauwerk in Gedenken an die Liebe zu seiner Frau erbauen. Although amazingly graceful from any angle, it is the close-up detail, which is really astounding. In den Abendstunden scheint das Denkmal durch den Schein der untergehenden Sonne seine Farbe zu ändern.

Back at your hotel, and after some time to freshen up, enjoy the classical dance form of Kathak in the ballroom. Nach der Tanzvorführung wird ein Abendessen im Buffetstil serviert.

Day 3 – 01. April 2024

This morning you will discover the Taj Mahal at dawn. Coffee, tea, juices and rolls are served in the lobby prior to your departure.

Return to your hotel for breakfast.

Morning options following breakfast:

•Visit the Tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daulah in the old city, the first Mughal structure pioneering the extensive use

of `pietra dura’, the inlay work of marble, so characteristic of the Taj Mahal. Im Vergleich zum überragenden Taj Mahal ist dieses Mausoleum eher klein und gedrungen, doch die kleinere Ausführung besitzt ihren ganz eigenen Charme, und die kunstvoll gearbeiteten Oberflächen des Grabmals gehören zu den feinsten, die man sich vorstellen kann.

•At the hotel, Agra’s leading astrologer will be available for consultation. Appointments for an analysis of your personal horoscope can be made at the Regent Cruises Hospitality desk

•Take a look at some of Agra’s famous shopping. Kohinoor, erstwhile jewelers to the Mughal court, featured in National Geographic. Old emerald necklaces, enamel, jewelry, silver, pocket watches in Gold and silver, textiles and embroidery form part of their private collection. The Marble Inlay factories steeped in this decorative art culture are also a specialty of Agra.

Return to your hotel for lunch.

Later, drive back to Delhi and check-in to your hotel.

Das Abendessen findet im Hotel statt.

Übernachtung in Delhi.

Day 4 – 02. April 2024

After breakfast, transfer to the Delhi airport. At the airport, collect boarding passes and proceed through security and then onto the plane for the flight to Mumbai.

Upon arrival in Mumbai, transfer to the pier to rejoin your ship.

A separate van will be provided for transportation of your luggage to the pier

HINWEIS: Pending confirmed flight details, this program has been planned so that World Cruise Guestss will be back in time for the planned event in Mumbai.

Landprogramm – Schritt für Schritt:

Hinweis: Die Reihenfolge der besuchten Sehenswürdigkeiten kann abweichen, um Verkehrsstaus zu vermeiden. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direktflüge können nicht garantiert werden. Endgültige Reiserouten mit den aktuellsten Details erhalten Sie vom Destination Services Team an Bord des Schiffs. Bitte sehen Sie sich Ihre finale Reiseroute genau an, falls weitere Änderungen vorgenommen wurden.

Tag 1

09:00 Uhr The ship is scheduled to arrive in Cochin

10:00 Uhr After immigration and custom formalities, disembark and transfer to Cochin airport with an

overview of the city en-route

Baggage is transported in a separate van for a pre-check-in

13:00 Uhr Arrive at an airport hotel for lunch

14:30 Uhr Arrive at the airport, receive boarding passes and proceed through security

16:15 Uhr Depart Cochin for Delhi (flight details TBA and subject to change)

19:20 Uhr Arrive Delhi and transfer to your hotel

20:00 Uhr Check in

From 20:30 Uhr Dinner at the hotel

Overnight at the JW Marriott Hotel New Delhi Aerocity or similar hotel

Tag 2

06:30 Uhr Breakfast at the hotel

08:00 Uhr Depart for Agra via the Yamuna Expressway

12:00 Uhr Arrive in Agra and check-in to your hotel

From 12:30 Uhr Lunch and leisure time

14:00 Uhr Visit Agra Fort

16:30 Uhr Visit the Taj Mahal for a sunset experience

19:00 Uhr Classical Kathak dance performance

From 19:30 Uhr Dinner at the hotel

Overnight at ITC Mughal or similar hotel

Tag 3

05:15 Uhr Tea, coffee, juices and rolls served in the lobby

05:45 Uhr Depart for the Taj Mahal

6:15 – 07:30 Uhr Sunrise visit of the monument

From 8am Breakfast at the hotel

Optionen am Morgen

09:30 Uhr-12:30 Uhr 1. Visit Itmad-Ud-Daulah

10:00 Uhr – 12:30 Uhr 2. Shuttles to local market and marble inlay factory

10:00 Uhr–12:30 Uhr 3. Appointment with the local astrologer

12:30 – 14:00 Uhr Lunch is served at the hotel

14:30 Uhr Drive back to Delhi

18:30 Uhr Arrive and check-in to your hotel

From 19:30 Uhr Dinner at the hotel

Overnight at the JW Marriott Hotel New Delhi Aerocity or similar hotel

Tag 4

Ab 7:00 Uhr Frühstück im Hotel

08:30 Uhr Transfer to the airport

08:45 Uhr Arrive at the airport, receive boarding passes and proceed through security

10:20 Uhr Flight to Delhi (flight details TBA and subject to change)

12:35 Uhr Arrive in Mumbai and transfer to the pier

Baggage is transported in a separate van to the pier

14:30 Uhr Arrive at the pier and re-board the ship

Voraussichtliches Wetter:

Days are sunny and comfortable with temperatures between 30 to 35°C (86 to 95°F).

The evenings are between 27 to 30°C (80 to 86°F).

Was Sie mitbringen sollten:

Tagsüber legere Kleidung. Also, important is sun block, hat, sunglasses and comfortable walking shoes. Da das Taj Mahal ein Mausoleum ist, sind bestimmte religiöse Gebräuche zu beachten. Als Zeichen Ihres Respekts ziehen Sie bitte vor Betreten Ihre Schuhe aus. Avoid tops with spaghetti straps and short shorts for ladies – knee length shorts are okay for ladies and gents.

Währung:

Indian Rupees. US Dollars are widely accepted

Stromspannung:

220 – 240 volts. Hotel rooms are equipped with converters however we recommend you bring your own travel adaptors for electric devices as a backup.

Gepäck:

Light luggage would be most suited for this trip. A maximum of 1 suitcase is permitted per person and one carry-on with a maximum of 7 kgs (15 lbs). Checked suitcases are not to weigh more than 15 kg (33 lbs) per airline regulations. Any luggage exceeding this amount will be subject to fees payable by the guest directly to the airline at the time of check-in.

Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights in India (as per Airline regulations):

1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.

2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)

3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at RSSC at least 1 month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).

4. Failure to comply with the above regulations will result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which Regent Seven Seas Cruises nor our local ground operator be responsible for.

Guests brining a scooter will need to advise our Reservations team in advance. Specific details regarding the scooter will be required (as advised to us by the Indian airlines) including model, model number, a photo, maximum speed, ground clearance, turning radius, overall length & width of the base, seat type, weight, battery weight, battery requirements, maximum range per charge, battery charger information, battery type (detachable or not), maximum weight capacity, color.

Erforderliche Papiere und Visa:

It is essential to have a valid Indian Visa in advance of this trip.

Guests must bring their passport with them

VERY IMPORTANT – The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase for this program otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.

Failure to have the required documents ahead of time will result in denial of travel and guests will have to pay for any expenses incurred in order to not proceed with the program.

Unterkunft:

JW Marriott Hotel New Delhi Aerocity

Asset Area 4 – Hospitality District, Delhi Aerocity, New Delhi – 110037

Telefon: (+91 11) 4521 2121

Agra:

ITC Mughal

Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh - 282001

Telefon: +91 562 4021700

* Eine Änderung der Hotels findet nur in unvorhergesehenen Fällen statt. Sollte ein Wechsel in ein vergleichbares Hotel notwendig sein, können Sie dieselbe Bewertung und denselben Standard erwarten. Sie werden außerdem über diesen Wechsel informiert. Sofern Sie vor Abreise nicht über Änderungen informiert werden, wird die Übernachtung in einem der folgenden Hotels auf dieser Liste organisiert:

Im Programm enthalten:

•2 nights at the JW Marriott Hotel New Delhi Aerocity or similar hotel including breakfast – Deluxe room

•1 night at the ITC Mughal including breakfast – Mughal Chambers room

•Transfers, sightseeing and road journeys using air-conditioned deluxe coaches

•Unlimited mineral water will be provided in the bus

•Lunches and dinners inclusive of house wines, beer, mineral water, sodas

•Economy class flights from Cochin to Delhi and from Delhi to Mumbai - Direct flights are not guaranteed

•Entrance fees and camera and video charges at the Taj Mahal monument

•Kathak dance performance

•Local fortuneteller

•The services of an accompanying Tour Manager from Cochin until Mumbai

Nicht enthalten:

•Any meals or beverages not listed in the itinerary

• Persönliche Ausgaben

• Trinkgelder für Fahrer und Fremdenführer

•Hotel incidentals including mini bar, laundry and room service

•Excess or overweight luggage

•Indian visa

Hinweis: Mehrtägige Landausflüge umfassen in der Regel ausgedehnte und längere Unternehmungen, während kürzere Ausflüge ein moderateres Programm bieten. Alle Programme sind jedoch verschieden, und die Teilnehmer sollten sich auf unterschiedliche Straßen- und Wegeverhältnisse einstellen, z. B.: Steigungen, Kopfsteinpflaster, Sand und Kies oder unbefestigte Wege. Gelegentlich wird auch Treppensteigen verlangt. Rollstuhlfahrer und Gäste mit eingeschränkter Mobilität wenden sich bitte im Voraus an die Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft und erkundigen sich, ob die gewünschten Ausflüge ganz oder nur teilweise für ihre individuelle Situation geeignet sind. Dem Wetter angemessene Kleidung, Kopfbedeckung, Sonnenbrille und flache, bequeme Wanderschuhe werden generell empfohlen.

Alle Programme an Land sind beschränkt und gelten vorbehaltlich der Verfügbarkeit. Programme, bei denen nicht die Mindestanzahl an erforderlichen Teilnehmern erreicht wird, können gestrichen werden. Die aufgelisteten Preise unterliegen Änderungen aufgrund von unerwartet eintretenden Kostensteigerungen für Transport, Landprogramme und Währungsschwankungen.

Einmal erworben, ist der Preis garantiert und unterliegt keinen weiteren Änderungen. Überlandprogramme während der Kreuzfahrt sind spätestens 60 Tage vor dem Start der Kreuzfahrt zu buchen. Stornierungen, die 60 Tage oder weniger vor dem Abfahrtsdatum erfolgen, unterliegen einer Stornogebühr von 100 %.

Explore the key attractions in and around Nepal’s capital of Kathmandu, many of them World Heritage Sites, including temples, royal cities and other architectural treasures.

Hinweis: Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.

Due to the amount of walking, at times on uneven surfaces, this program is not recommended for anyone with walking difficulty or if a cane, walker or wheelchair are used.

Day 1 – 30. März 2024

After clearing immigration and Customs in Cochin, you will transfer to the airport and fly to Bangalore. A lunch box is served at the Banglaore airport while in transit.

Upon arriving, you will be assisted for a connecting flight to Kathmandu. Dinner is served on the flight.

In Kathmandu, you will be assisted with visa issuance and baggage collection.

HINWEIS: Please have on hand 1 passport sized photo for the Nepal Visa - Your tour manager will collect this from you in flight.

Home to eight of the world’s 10 tallest peaks, the tiny kingdom of Nepal is ringed by the Himalayas. It is a land of contrasts, harboring a wealth of Buddhist and Hindu art and architecture. Nepal’s colorful capital city Kathmandu reflects 2.000 years of peaceful co-existence and exudes a unique blend of Hinduism and Buddhism, which is distinctly Nepalese in character.

Nepal has eight World Heritage sites and has won two Heritage Awards, one for the city of Bhaktapur and the other for the Dwarika’s Hotel, where you will spend the evening.

Described as a “living, breathing museum, displaying Nepal’s best craftsmanship from the 13th century,” the hotel rooms and public areas at Dwarika’s Hotel reflect medieval architectural traditions. Every brick is handmade, every piece of wood original and centuries old.

Day 2 – 31. März 2024

Early in the morning, you will transfer to the airport for a flight-seeing excursion (weather permitting), soaring over glacier-clad, cloud-shrouded peaks and other landscapes around Mount Everest. Afterwards, you will return to the hotel for breakfast.

Following breakfast, you will have some time at leisure and before noon you will drive to the Traditional Inn in Patan for lunch. After lunch you will visit Patan, one of three royal cities in the valley. Commissioned by India’s great emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century, this World Heritage Site within four stupas is known as the City of Fine Arts.

The temples around the main square are impressive as is the Patan Museum, which is housed within a picturesque palace setting. In an international campaign by UNESCO for safeguarding monuments in Kathmandu Valley, the Austrian government joined hands with Nepal to restore and preserve Patan.

Newari architectural style blossomed in the form of temples, palaces, residences and squares between the 12th and 18th centuries, representing a timelessness in Nepalese architecture and its definitive characteristics, often guided by religious and socio-cultural norms.

You will enjoy a cup of tea in a 150-year-old restored Newari home. Its ground level is for daily activities and storage, while the floors above contain living spaces and bedrooms. The top floor serves as the family shrine and cooking and dining area.

Next, you will see Patan’s Living Goddess, who typically acknowledges greetings of devotees from the balcony of her temple residence. Known as kumaris, Nepal’s living goddesses live in seclusion and rarely speak in public.

After a private audience with the goddess it’s on to the Singing Bowl workshops. According to the oral traditions, singing bowls were brought to Nepal from India in the 8th century along with Buddha’s teachings. The Nepalese were expert bronze makers which allowed them to perfect these bowls which are commonly used as a tool for meditation. The beautiful rich tones the bowls produce are thought to help achieve a state of deep relaxation.

There’s time for individual exploration before departing for Thamel - Kathmandu’s hip street. Pulsating Thamel has become a world address for international trekkers, mountaineers and curio shoppers looking for a bargain.

Transfer to and enjoy drinks and dinner at a local favorite “Sam’s One Tree Café”. Following dinner the group returns to the hotel for the evening.

Day 3 – 01. April 2024

After breakfast, you will drive to the World Heritage city of Bhadgaon, also known as Bhaktapur. Founded in the 9th century, Bhaktapur, also known as the City of Devotees, is revered for its medieval art and architecture. As you meander around Durbar Square, you will see the 55 Window Palace and Nyatapola temple, considered to be the finest example of Pagoda-style architecture.

Following lunch at Kathmandu’s popular Chez Caroline Café, you will return to the hotel.

Later, you will visit the great Stupa at Bodhnath, one of the largest of its kind in the world. Constructed in the 14th century, the stupa is built on an octagonal base, inset with prayer wheels. Bodhnath is also a center of the Tibetan community in Nepal, where you will visit a monastery and interact with a senior monk. A visit is also made to the Thangka Painting Studio, which renowned artist Lok Chitrakar founded. The sacred art form of Thangkas is a visual interpretation of Buddhist and Hindu philosophies that date from before the 7th century C.E.

You will then visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pashupatinath, one of the holiest Hindu temples and a major pilgrimage site dedicated to the god Shiva. Situated within a natural setting on the bank of the sacred Bagmati River, the temple features a pagoda style, a gilded roof and a richly carved silver door.

After watching the Aarti prayer offering ceremony at the temple, you will return to the hotel to spend the evening. Dinner is included at your hotel.

Day 4 - 02. April 2024

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and the morning is at leisure.

Later, after a light lunch in the Courtyard, you will transfer to the airport for the flight from Kathmandu to Mumbai. Upon arrival in Mumbai, you will transfer to the pier and re-embark the ship.

HINWEIS: Pending confirmed flight details, this program has been planned so that World Cruise Guestss will be back in time for the planned event in Mumbai.

Landprogramm – Schritt für Schritt

Die Reihenfolge der besuchten Sehenswürdigkeiten kann abweichen, um Verkehrsstaus zu vermeiden. This program is subject to flight confirmations beyond our control. All program details, including timings and flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Destination Services will provide a final itinerary with up-to-date details once you board the ship. Please review the final itinerary carefully for any amendments.

Day 1 - timings below are for reference only and are subject to change based on flight details once

bestätigt

09:30 Uhr Disembark and transfer to Cochin Airport

12:00 Uhr Arrive at the Airport and complete check-in formalities, receive boarding passes and proceed through security

12:45 Uhr Depart Cochin for Bangalore - light snack served on board

Flight details TBA and subject to change

13:50 Uhr Arrive in Mumbai and proceed to the International terminal and complete check-in,

Immigration and other formalities for your flight to Kathmandu

A lunch box is served at the airport while in transit

17:50 Uhr Depart for Kathmandu -dinner served on board

Flight details TBA and subject to change

21:10 Uhr Arrive in Kathmandu. You are met at immigration, assistance with visa issuance

(1 passport photo is required) customs and transfer to your nearby hotel

22:15 Uhr Arrive at your hotel and check in

Overnight at Dwarika’s Hotel or similar hotel

Tag 2

05:30 Uhr Tea and coffee are served in the lobby before transferring to the airport

06:00 Uhr Transfer to the domestic terminal

06:15 Uhr Arrive, receive boarding passes and proceed to security before boarding the aircraft

06:45 Uhr Depart on an hour’s flightseeing (weather permitting) to the Everest

Region, featuring Mt. Everest and other legendry Himalayan peaks

07:45 Uhr Return to Kathmandu Airport and transfer back to your hotel

08:15 Uhr Breakfast in the Toran Restaurant

11:30 Uhr Transfer to Patan

12:15 Uhr Lunch at the Traditional Inn or similar

13:30 Uhr Visit Patan; its Museum, Main Square and ancient temples, private Newari House,Living Goddess and the Singing Bowl workshop

15:30 Uhr Free time for individual exploration of this World Heritage City

16:00 Uhr Gather and transfer to Thamel

16:30 Uhr Arrive and walk around with your guide

17:30 Uhr Depart for Kathmandu’s Main Avenue

17:45 Uhr Drinks and dinner at Sam’s One Tree Café or similar

19:30 Uhr Return to your hotel

Overnight at Dwarika’s Hotel or similar hotel

Tag 3

From 07:00 Uhr Breakfast in the Dwarikas Courtyard

09:30 Uhr Proceed to visit Bhadgaon City (Bhaktapur) and later walk around its

Durbar Square to see the Palace of 55 windows and Nyatapola temple

13:00 Uhr Lunch at the Chez Caroline restaurant or similar

15:00 Uhr Return to the hotel

16:00 Uhr Depart for Bodhnath Stupa

16:15 Uhr Arrive and visit Bodhnath Stupa

17:15 Uhr Visit the nearby Tibetan Monastery & Thangka Painting School, followed by time for individual exploration.

18:00 Uhr Depart Bodhnath for Pashupatinath temple

18:15 Uhr Visit Pashupatinath and witness the Aarti Ceremony (Evening Prayer

Ritual)

19:00 Uhr Return to the hotel – dinner included

Overnight at Dwarika’s Hotel or similar hotel

Day 4 - timings below are for reference only and are subject to change based on flight details once

bestätigt

From 7am Breakfast in the Toran restaurant.

10:30 Uhr Checkout and transfer to the International Airport for a flight to Mumbai - flight details TBA and subject to change

11:00 Uhr Arrive at the airport, receive boarding passes and proceed through immigration and security

13:25 Uhr Flight departs Kathmandu – Lunch served onboard

15:55 Uhr Arrive Mumbai, pass through immigration & customs and transfer to the pier

18:00 Uhr Arrive at the pier and re-board the ship

Voraussichtliches Wetter:

Days are expected to be warm and sunny and evenings pleasant. The average daytime temperatures are around 25°C or 77°F whereas the minimum temperatures are about 10°C or 50°F. However, the early mornings and evenings can sometimes get a bit chilly so it’s best to carry a light sweater or jacket.

Was Sie mitbringen sollten:

Casual clothing through the trip along with comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, hat, sunblock, swimwear and insect repellent. Early mornings and late evenings can sometimes get a bit chilly so it’s advisable to carry a light sweater or jacket for this possibility.

Währung:

Nepali Rupee: One U.S dollar is approximately Rupees 105 (subject to change). The hotel has an exchange facility

Stromspannung:

Nepal has a 230-volt, 50-hertz cycle power supply and 2-pin cylindrical sockets and plugs.

However, the rooms are fitted with necessary adaptors

Aircraft type (all subject to change):

Indigo Airlines – Airbus A 320

Nepal Airlines – Airbus 320/Boeing 757 - Economy

Flightseeing tour – ATR, Yeti Airlines, 35 seats

Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights in India (as per Airline regulations):

1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.

2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)

3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at RSSC at least 1 month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).

4. Failure to comply with the above regulations will result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which Regent Seven Seas Cruises nor our local ground operator be responsible for.

Luggage information:

On internal flights, check-in bags are not to weigh more than 15kg (33 lbs) and the carry-ons are max of 7 kgs (15 lbs).

Please pack items such as scissors and other sharp instruments in your check-in baggage. Liquids must be 100 ml or less in your carry on. Power banks and portable mobile chargers are not permitted in checked-in bags, they need to be kept in your carry on.

Erforderliche Papiere und Visa:

It is essential to have a multiple entry valid Indian Visa for the trip obtained in advance.

*Nepal visa will be issued on arrival – all guests will be required to have 1 passport photo for this Visa

Unterkunft:

Dwarikas’ Hotel

Battisputali Kathmandu, Nepal, P.O. Box: 459,

Telefon: (977-1) 4479488

* Eine Änderung der Hotels findet nur in unvorhergesehenen Fällen statt. If a similar hotel is required it will be of equal ratings and standards and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure then you will be staying at the hotel listed in this program.

Im Programm enthalten:

•Accommodation for 3 nights at the Dwarika’s Hotel in Kathmandu in a Heritage deluxe room

•All meals with lunches and dinners inclusive of house wines, beer, mineral water and sodas

•Transfers, sightseeing and road journeys in Nepal

•Mineral water and sodas in the vehicles

•Economy-class flights per the itinerary – direct flights not guaranteed

•Entrance fees and camera charges at monuments

•Mountain flightseeing

•Nepal visa

•The services of a local tour manager to accompany the group from Cochin until Mumbai

Nicht im Programm enthalten:

•Valid tourist visa for India

•Gratuities to drivers, guides and tour manager

• Sonstige Ausgaben im Hotel, einschließlich Minibar und Zimmerservice

•Meals or beverages not indicated in the itinerary

•Excess or overweight luggage

Hinweis: Mehrtägige Landausflüge umfassen in der Regel ausgedehnte und längere Unternehmungen, während kürzere Ausflüge ein moderateres Programm bieten. However, each program varies and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces, which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, gravel or natural paths. Gelegentlich wird auch Treppensteigen verlangt. Rollstuhlfahrer und Gäste mit eingeschränkter Mobilität wenden sich bitte im Voraus an die Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft und erkundigen sich, ob die gewünschten Ausflüge ganz oder nur teilweise für ihre individuelle Situation geeignet sind.

Alle Programme an Land sind beschränkt und gelten vorbehaltlich der Verfügbarkeit. Programme, bei denen nicht die Mindestanzahl an erforderlichen Teilnehmern erreicht wird, können gestrichen werden. Die aufgelisteten Preise unterliegen Änderungen aufgrund von unerwartet eintretenden Kostensteigerungen für Transport, Landprogramme und Währungsschwankungen.

Einmal erworben, ist der Preis garantiert und unterliegt keinen weiteren Änderungen. Überlandprogramme während der Kreuzfahrt sind spätestens 60 Tage vor dem Start der Kreuzfahrt zu buchen. Stornierungen, die 60 Tage oder weniger vor dem Abfahrtsdatum erfolgen, unterliegen einer Stornogebühr von 100 %.

Eines der bekanntesten Bauwerke der Welt, das in Agra gelegene faszinierende Taj Mahal, wird Sie mit Ehrfurcht erfüllen und Ihr Herz für immer gefangen nehmen. Mit seiner funkelnden Mischung aus weißem Marmor und Halbedelsteinen inmitten einer kunstvoll gestalteten Parkanlage gilt das Taj Mahal als schönstes Beispiel des Mogulstils. This program includes the opportunity to visit three UNESCO world heritage sites: the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and the ancient city of Fatehpur Sikri; all of which are legacies from Mughal times.

Hinweis: Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.

DAY 1 – 17. April 2024

After disembarkation from the ship in Cochin, you will proceed to the airport for your flight to Delhi.

Upon arrival at the Cochin airport, you will receive boarding passes and proceed through security. Für einen vorgezogenen Check-in wird Ihr Gepäck eingesammelt und in einem separaten Fahrzeug zum Flughafen gebracht. The flight is scheduled to make a stop in Pune however you will not get off the plane. Lunch will be served on your flight.

On arrival in Delhi, transfer to your hotel for check-in.

Dinner is included at the hotel.

DAY 2 – 18. April 2024

After breakfast, check out and drive to Agra via the new Yamuna Expressway with vistas of India’s vast rural farming countryside.

Agra, die Stadt des Taj Mahals, zählte zu den prächtigsten Städten Südasiens. Mit Eintreffen der von Babur angeführten Mogule im Jahre 1526 begann für Agra während der Regentschaft von Akbar, Jehangir und Shah Jahan ein völlig neues Zeitalter. Durch Akbar wurde die Stadt zum Zentrum der Lehre und des Handels, von Kunst und Kultur. Die weltoffenen Basare der Stadt und ihre strategisch günstige Lage am Fluss Jamuna sorgten insgesamt für ideale Voraussetzungen zum Aufbau eines Reichs.

Upon arrival in Agra check-in to your hotel.

After lunch visit the Taj Mahal for sunset. With its incredible lacy white grandeur, it is perhaps the most perfect architectural monument in the world. Der große Mogul Shah Jahan ließ dieses überaus reich verzierte und unvergleichliche Bauwerk in Gedenken an die Liebe zu seiner Frau erbauen. Although amazingly graceful from any angle, it is the close-up detail, which is really astounding. In den Abendstunden scheint das Denkmal durch den Schein der untergehenden Sonne seine Farbe zu ändern.

Hinweis: Guests are able to walk around the grounds and go into the Mausoleum itself if you wish.

Back at your hotel, and after some time to freshen up, enjoy the classical dance form of Kathak in the ballroom. Nach der Tanzvorführung wird ein Abendessen im Buffetstil serviert.

Day 3 – 19. April 2024

The Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays however, enjoy tea, coffee, juices and rolls in the lobby before departing for the Mehtab Bagh (Moonlight Garden) where you will be able to view the Taj Mahal at sunrise.

After commissioning the Taj Mahal, the Emperor Shah Jehan was looking for a spot to enjoy the monument or tomb in its entirety. So, he went across the river and built an elaborate garden complemented by fountains and amphitheaters. He called it the Mehtab Bagh or the “Moonlight Garden” as it offered him stunning views of the Taj Mahal with reflections across the river on full moon nights.

Return to your hotel for breakfast.

Morning options following breakfast:

•Drive an hour into the Indian countryside to visit Fatehpur Sikri, the red sandstone former capital of the Mughal empire. Die Stadt existierte von 1571 bis 1585 n. Chr. und wurde dann, wahrscheinlich wegen der schlechten Wasserversorgung, verlassen.

•Visit the Agra Fort, a World Heritage Site credited to Emperor Akbar, India’s great visionary. Seine Söhne und Enkelkinder haben ihren Teil zu diesem imposanten Gebäude beigetragen, das am Ufer des Yamuna-Flusses steht. The astonishing palaces, mosques and audience halls contained within its massive walls of red sandstone became once more a monumental mission of the Mughal Empire embellished by the artistic fusion of Islamic and Hindu tradition

Afternoon Options following lunch:

•Visit the Agra Fort as described above

•Visit the Tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daulah in the old city, the first Mughal structure pioneering the extensive use

of `pietra dura’, the inlay work of marble, so characteristic of the Taj Mahal. Im Vergleich zum überragenden Taj Mahal ist dieses Mausoleum eher klein und gedrungen, doch die kleinere Ausführung besitzt ihren ganz eigenen Charme, und die kunstvoll gearbeiteten Oberflächen des Grabmals gehören zu den feinsten, die man sich vorstellen kann.

•At the hotel, Agra’s leading astrologer will be available for consultation. Appointments for an analysis of your personal horoscope can be made at the Regent Seven Seas Hospitality desk

•Take a look at some of Agra’s famous shopping. Kohinoor, erstwhile jewelers to the Mughal court, featured in National Geographic. Old emerald necklaces, enamel, jewelry, silver, pocket watches in Gold and silver, textiles and embroidery form part of their private collection. The Marble Inlay factories steeped in this decorative art culture are also a specialty of Agra.

Return to your hotel where dinner will be served

Day 4 – 20. April 2024

Early this morning, return to Delhi for a flight to Mumbai. Tea, coffee, juices and rolls will be served in the lobby prior to departure.

At the airport, collect boarding passes and proceed through security and then onto the plane for the flight to Mumbai. A packed lunch is served at the airport and snacks are served on the flight.

Upon arrival in Mumbai, transfer to the pier to rejoin your ship.

A separate van will be provided for transportation of your luggage to the pier

Landprogramm – Schritt für Schritt:

Hinweis: Die Reihenfolge der besuchten Sehenswürdigkeiten kann abweichen, um Verkehrsstaus zu vermeiden. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direktflüge können nicht garantiert werden. Endgültige Reiserouten mit den aktuellsten Details erhalten Sie vom Destination Services Team an Bord des Schiffs. Bitte sehen Sie sich Ihre finale Reiseroute genau an, falls weitere Änderungen vorgenommen wurden.

Tag 1

10:30 Uhr After immigrations and custom formalities, disembark and transfer to Cochin airport

12:00 Uhr Arrive at the airport, receive boarding passes and proceed through security. Lunch box is served at Cochin airport

13:50 Uhr Flight to Delhi via Pune (flight details TBA and subject to change)

18:15 Uhr Arrive Delhi and transfer to your hotel

19:00 Uhr Arrive at the hotel and check-in

From 19:30 Uhr Dinner at the hotel

Overnight at the JW Marriott Delhi or similar hotel

Tag 2

07:00 Uhr Breakfast at your hotel

08:30 Uhr Depart on the drive to Agra

12:30 Uhr Arrive in Agra and check-in to your hotel

From 1pm Lunch and leisure time

16:00 Uhr Visit the Taj Mahal for a sunset experience

19:00 Uhr Classical Kathak dance performance

From 19:30 Uhr Dinner at your hotel

Overnight at ITC Mughal or similar hotel

Tag 3

05:00 Uhr Tea, coffee, juices and rolls served in the lobby

05:30 Uhr Depart for the Mehtab Bagh to view the Taj Mahal at sunrise

05:45 Uhr Arrive and enjoy the views

From 07:00 Uhr Breakfast at your hotel

Optionen am Morgen

1. 08:30 Uhr – 12:30 Uhr Visit Fatehpur Sikri

2. 9:00 Uhr-11:30 Uhr Visit Agra Fort

12:00 – 14:00 Uhr Lunch at the hotel

Optionen am Nachmittag

1. 14:30 Uhr – 17:30 Uhr Visit Agra Fort.

2. 14:30 Uhr-17:30 Uhr Visit Itmad-Ud-Daulah.

3. 14:30 Uhr – 17:30 Uhr Shuttles to local market and inlay factories

4. 14:30 Uhr–17:30 Uhr Appointment with the local astrologer at the hotel

From 19:30 Uhr Dinner at your hotel

Overnight at The ITC Mughal or similar hotel

Tag 4

05:30 Uhr Breakfast at the hotel

07:00 Uhr Drive back to Delhi

11:00 Uhr Arrive at the Delhi airport and check in

Packed lunch is served at the airport

12:50 Uhr Flight to Mumbai (flight details TBA and subject to change)

Snacks are served aloft

15:00 Uhr Arrive Mumbai and transfer to the pier

17:00 Uhr Arrive at the pier and reboard the ship

Voraussichtliches Wetter:

Days are sunny and comfortable with temperatures between 30 to 35°C (86 to 95°F).

The evenings will be cooler.

Was Sie mitbringen sollten:

Tagsüber legere Kleidung. Also, important is sun block, hat, sunglasses and comfortable walking shoes. Da das Taj Mahal ein Mausoleum ist, sind bestimmte religiöse Gebräuche zu beachten. Als Zeichen Ihres Respekts ziehen Sie bitte vor Betreten Ihre Schuhe aus. Avoid tops with spaghetti straps and short shorts for ladies – knee length shorts are okay for ladies and gents.

Währung:

Indian Rupees. US Dollars are widely accepted

Stromspannung:

220 – 240 volts. Hotel rooms are equipped with converters however we recommend you bring your own travel adaptors for electric devices as a backup.

Gepäck:

Light luggage would be most suited for this trip. A maximum of 1 suitcase is permitted per person and one carry-on. Suitcases are not to weigh more than 15 kg (33 lbs) per airline regulations. Any luggage exceeding this amount will be subject to fees payable by the guest directly to the airline at the time of check-in.

Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights in India (as per Airline regulations):

1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.

2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)

3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at RSSC at least 1 month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).

4. Failure to comply with the above regulations will result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which Regent Seven Seas Cruises nor our local ground operator be responsible for.

Guests brining a scooter will need to advise our Reservations team in advance. Specific details regarding the scooter will be required (as advised to us by the Indian airlines) including model, model number, a photo, maximum speed, ground clearance, turning radius, overall length & width of the base, seat type, weight, battery weight, battery requirements, maximum range per charge, battery charger information, battery type (detachable or not), maximum weight capacity, color.

Erforderliche Papiere und Visa:

It is essential to have a valid Indian Visa in advance of this trip.

Guests must bring their passport with them

VERY IMPORTANT – The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase for this program otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.

Failure to have the required documents ahead of time will result in denial of travel and guests will have to pay for any expenses incurred in order to not proceed with the program.

Unterkunft:

JW Marriott Hotel New Delhi Aerocity

Asset Area 4 – Hospitality District, Delhi Aerocity, New Delhi – 110037

Telefon: (+91 11) 4521 2121

Agra:

ITC Mughal

Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh - 282001

Telefon: +91 562 4021700

* Eine Änderung der Hotels findet nur in unvorhergesehenen Fällen statt. Sollte ein Wechsel in ein vergleichbares Hotel notwendig sein, können Sie dieselbe Bewertung und denselben Standard erwarten. Sie werden außerdem über diesen Wechsel informiert. Sofern Sie vor Abreise nicht über Änderungen informiert werden, wird die Übernachtung in einem der folgenden Hotels auf dieser Liste organisiert:

Im Programm enthalten:

•1 night at the JW Marriott in Delhi or similar hotel – Deluxe room

•2 nights at the ITC Mughal - Mughal Chamber Room

•Transfers, sightseeing and road journeys using air-conditioned deluxe coaches

•Unlimited mineral water will be provided in the bus

•All meals inclusive of house wines, beer, mineral water, sodas and current taxes

•Economy class flights from Cochin to Delhi via Pune and from Delhi to Mumbai - Direct flights are not guaranteed

•Entrance fees and camera and video charges at the Taj Mahal monument

•Tours per the itinerary

•Kathak dance performance

•Local fortuneteller

•The services of an accompanying Tour Manager from Cochin until Mumbai

Nicht enthalten:

•Any meals or beverages not listed in the itinerary

• Persönliche Ausgaben

• Trinkgelder für Fahrer und Fremdenführer

•Hotel incidentals including mini bar, laundry and room service

•Visa fees

•Excess or overweight luggage fees on flights

Hinweis: Mehrtägige Landausflüge umfassen in der Regel ausgedehnte und längere Unternehmungen, während kürzere Ausflüge ein moderateres Programm bieten. Alle Programme sind jedoch verschieden, und die Teilnehmer sollten sich auf unterschiedliche Straßen- und Wegeverhältnisse einstellen, z. B.: Steigungen, Kopfsteinpflaster, Sand und Kies oder unbefestigte Wege. Gelegentlich wird auch Treppensteigen verlangt. Rollstuhlfahrer und Gäste mit eingeschränkter Mobilität wenden sich bitte im Voraus an die Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft und erkundigen sich, ob die gewünschten Ausflüge ganz oder nur teilweise für ihre individuelle Situation geeignet sind. Dem Wetter angemessene Kleidung, Kopfbedeckung, Sonnenbrille und flache, bequeme Wanderschuhe werden generell empfohlen.

Alle Programme an Land sind beschränkt und gelten vorbehaltlich der Verfügbarkeit. Programme, bei denen nicht die Mindestanzahl an erforderlichen Teilnehmern erreicht wird, können gestrichen werden. Die aufgelisteten Preise unterliegen Änderungen aufgrund von unerwartet eintretenden Kostensteigerungen für Transport, Landprogramme und Währungsschwankungen.

Einmal erworben, ist der Preis garantiert und unterliegt keinen weiteren Änderungen. Überlandprogramme während der Kreuzfahrt sind spätestens 60 Tage vor dem Start der Kreuzfahrt zu buchen. Stornierungen, die 60 Tage oder weniger vor dem Abfahrtsdatum erfolgen, unterliegen einer Stornogebühr von 100 %.

Gain an extraordinary perspective of the gorgeous Pink City of Jaipur through its architectural highlights and observe iconic wildlife such as Bengal tigers on game drives in a national park.

Hinweis: Guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC), CPAP breathing machines or scooters should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.

Day 1 — 17. April 2024

After disembarking the ship in Cochin and attending to immigration and customs formalities, you proceed to the airport.

There, you will receive a box lunch, pass through security and then fly to Jaipur via Ahmedabad, arriving in the late afternoon. Jaipur is the capital of the desert-like state of Rajasthan, a land rich in legends of romance, chivalry, sacrifice and heroic deeds.

You will spend the evening and dine at the Jai Mahal Palace, the former residence of the Prime Minister. Its graceful architecture is uniquely Rajput, with cupolas, minarets and arched doorways. Open-air verandahs spill out onto lovely grounds where peacocks strut.

Day 2 — 18. April 2024

Join the local residents at dawn as they immerse in a morning Aarti ritual at Govind Dev Ji Temple (also called Krishna Temple). The temple was built in 1735 by the Maharajah Sawai Pratap Singh II and decorated with many beautiful chandeliers and Indian paintings. The building has the world’s largest, single-span flat roof and was positioned so that the Maharajah would enjoy a direct view of it from his palace.

`Aarti’ is a Sanskrit word for homage or devotion. The aarti or offering of lamps is observed at prescribed hours of the day and night to invoke the gods. It is believed that the gods physically present themselves before devotees at this ceremony. Lamps are revolved before the idol in a clockwise manner along with the chanting of hymns.

This recitation is accompanied by drums, the blowing of a conch-shell and the tolling of temple bells. At the end of the `aarti’, the priest takes a handful of water, which he revolves around the god's idol to pacify `agni' (the fire god), who is pressed into service in the form of a wick lamp. The lamps themselves are charged with this "presence" and thus after the ceremony devotees collect the fumes and smear their faces with its aroma.

Following this unique ritual, return to your hotel for breakfast.

After breakfast, explore the Pink City, where an enduring charisma of the past blends with the throbbing vitality of today. The scholar and astronomer Jai Singh founded Jaipur centuries ago, and it is considered India’s first planned city. It is often called the Pink City for the predominant color of its buildings.

Among the highlights is Amber Fort, former seat of the Rajput rulers of Jaipur. There, you may wander through the exquisite palaces and visit Shiladevi temple, the private temple of the royal family. Its marble carvings and silver door are spectacular.

Continuing to old Jaipur, you will visit the Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds, a fine example of Rajput artistry. It is constructed of red and pink sandstone, beautifully outlined with white borders and motifs painted with quick lime.

You will then head toward the City Palace, a sprawling structure surrounded by a high wall. The royal family lives in a portion of the palace. Other areas have been converted into museums displaying textiles, costumes, paintings and carpets.

Across from the palace, you will find the open-air royal observatory Jantar Mantar, an esteemed World Heritage site. Jai Singh ordered its construction in the 18th century. It contains the world’s largest stone sundial, among other astronomical instruments.

Return to the hotel for a late lunch after which you will have a 3.5-hour drive through the countryside to the famous tiger sanctuary at Ranthambore. Your stay here is at Taj Vivanta Sawai Madhopur Lodge, former tiger hunting retreat of the Maharaja of Jaipur.

Dinner and overnight at Taj Vivanta Sawai Madhopur Lodge.

Day 3 – 19. April 2024

Coffee, tea and rolls are served at dawn before proceeding on a drive through the park in a Jeep or canter safari vehicle with expert naturalists. They will point out and describe the great diversity of birds, mammals and major predators.

The deep gorges of Ranthambore serve as hideouts for animals such as leopards, tigers and sloth bears. The forest also provides a natural habitat for spotted deer and sambar, the largest Asiatic deer. Woodland, ground and water birds are plentiful, including red junglefowl. Although Ranthambore was once a hunting ground for Bengal tigers, it has become a research and conservation area for these magnificent animals, especially in the last decade or so.

The 10th-century Ranthambore Fort that overlooks the reserve is so historically important that UNESCO deemed it a World Heritage site. You may notice various animals resting on its ancient ramparts.

Return to the resort for breakfast and a morning at leisure.

In the afternoon, you may choose to visit Dastkar, an extraordinary center for crafts, the majority of them created by women as their sole means of income. The bazaar at Dastkar helps the local villagers become self-reliant, as the craftspeople sell their products independent of a commercial middleman. You will view them creating a huge variety of traditional items by hand.

Later in the afternoon, you will enjoy a second game drive, exploring yet another area of the national park with a naturalist guide.

Dinner follows at the lodge, where you will spend the evening.

Day 4 – 20. April 2024

Coffee, tea and rolls are served at dawn before returning to the forest for a final game run.

Return to the lodge for a quick breakfast and then drive back to the Jaipur airport for a flight to Mumbai.

Lunch is served at Jaipur airport and refreshments are served aloft.

Once in Mumbai, transfer to the pier to re-board your ship.

Land Program Step by Step

Die Reihenfolge der besuchten Sehenswürdigkeiten kann abweichen, um Verkehrsstaus zu vermeiden. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direktflüge können nicht garantiert werden. Final itineraries with up-to-date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Bitte sehen Sie sich Ihre finale Reiseroute genau an, falls weitere Änderungen vorgenommen wurden.

Tag 1

10:30 Uhr Disembark in Cochin, complete immigration and custom formalities and transfer to the Cochin airport

11:45 Uhr Arrive at the airport, receive boarding passes and proceed through security. Lunch boxes are handed out at the airport

13:15 Uhr Flight Cochin for Jaipur via Ahmedabad (flight details TBA and subject to change)

17:40 Uhr Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel

18:30 Uhr Check in

19:30 Uhr Dinner included at the hotel

Overnight at the Taj Jai Mahal Palace or similar hotel

Tag 2

06:30 Uhr Visit the Govind Dev (Krishna) Temple to witness the Aarti ceremony

Tea, coffee, juices and rolls will be served in the hotel lobby prior to departure

08:00 Uhr Breakfast at the hotel

09:30 Uhr Depart for the Amber Fort with a stop at the Hawa Mahal

11:30 Uhr On the return visit the City Palace and Jantar Mantar

1:30–14:45 Uhr Lunch

15:00 Uhr Drive to Ranthambore

18:30 Uhr Arrive and check-in to the lodge

From 19:30 Uhr Dinner at the lodge

Overnight at the Taj Sawai Madhopur Lodge or similar hotel

Tag 3

05:30 Uhr Tea, coffee, juices and rolls are served

06:00 Uhr Depart for a morning game drive

09:30 Uhr Return to the lodge for breakfast

11:00 Uhr Visit Dastkar Society

12:30 Uhr Return to the lodge for lunch and leisure time

14:30 Uhr Afternoon game drive

18:00 Uhr Return to the lodge

From 19:30 Uhr Dinner at the lodge

Overnight at the Taj Sawai Madhopur Lodge or similar hotel

Tag 4

05:30 Uhr Tea, coffee, juices and bread rolls are served

06:00 Uhr Depart for a morning game drive

08:00 Uhr Return to the lodge for breakfast

09:00 Uhr Checkout and drive back to Jaipur airport

12:30 Uhr Arrive at the airport, receive boarding passes and proceed through security. Lunch is served at Jaipur airport

14:00 Uhr Flight Jaipur to Mumbai (flight details TBA and subject to change) Refreshments are served aloft

15:50 Uhr Arrive Mumbai and transfer to the pier

17:30 Uhr Arrive at the pier and reboard the ship

Voraussichtliches Wetter:

Days are sunny with temperatures between 30 to 35°C (86 to 95°F).

Was Sie mitbringen sollten:

Tagsüber legere Kleidung. Also, important is sun block, hat, sunglasses and comfortable walking shoes. At the temples, it is customary to remove your footwear before entering. Don’t forget your cameras and chargers.

Währung:

Indian Rupees

US Dollars are widely accepted.

Stromspannung:

220 – 240 volts. Hotel rooms are equipped with converters however we recommend bringing your own travel adaptors for electric devices.

Gepäck:

Light luggage would be most suited for this trip. Guests can bring 1 suitcase per person not weighting more than 15kg or 33lbs as well as 1 carry-on not weighing more than 7kg or 15lbs. Overweight or excess luggage is subject to fees imposed by the airlines and payable upon check in at the airports.

Airline & type of aircraft that may be used (subject to change):

Indigo – Airbus A319 – All Economy (upgrades not available)

Air India – Airbus A319 – All Economy (upgrades not available)

Erforderliche Papiere und Visa:

A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel is required

Please check with your local embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality. A valid Indian Visa is required for this program.

VERY IMPORTANT – The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase for this program otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.

Failure to have the required documents ahead of time or incorrect names on flight tickets will result in either denial of travel or ticket re-purchase and guests will be responsible for any fees incurred.

Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has its own regulations).

1. Guests must obtain a doctor’s certificate stating their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on flights.

2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications, especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type).

3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via the Reservations Team at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).

4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which the neither cruise line nor our local ground operator will be responsible for.

Guests bringing a scooter must advise our reservations team in advance. Details regarding the scooter will be required (as advised to us by the Indian airlines) including the model, model number, a photo, maximum speed, ground clearance, turning radius, overall length and width of the base, seat type, weight, battery weight, battery requirements, maximum range per charge, battery charger information, battery type (detachable or not), maximum weight capacity and color.

Hotels

Jai Mahal Palace

Jacob Rd, Civil Lines, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302006, India

Telefon: +91 141 222 3636

Taj Vivanta Sawai Madhopur Lodge

Ranthambore National Park Road, Sawai Madhopur - 322001

Telefon: (+91-7462) 225155

*We will only substitute a hotel in unforeseen situations. If a hotel is substituted, it will be similar and with equal ratings and standards, and guests will be notified in advance. If guests are not notified of any changes prior to departure, the hotels listed in this program will be used.

Im Programm enthalten:

•1 night at the Jai Mahal Palace, Jaipur or similar hotel in a luxury room

2 nights at the Taj Vivanta Sawai Madhopur Lodge, Ranthambore or similar hotel in a superior room

•Transfers using air-conditioned coaches in Cochin and Mumbai along with a guide

•All meals listed in the itinerary with lunches and dinners inclusive of house wines, beer, bottled water and soft drinks

•Sightseeing per the itinerary in air-conditioned coaches

•Up to 3 game drives in Ranthambore in Jeeps accompanied by naturalist guides

•Unlimited mineral water in the coaches at all times

•All entrance and camera fees wherever applicable

•Local tour escort from Cochin to Mumbai

•Economy-class flights between Cochin, Jaipur and Mumbai (direct flights not guaranteed).

Nicht im Programm enthalten

•Additional meals or beverages not listed above

•Hotel incidentals including mini bar, laundry and room service

•Indian Visa

•Excess or overweight luggage fees

Hinweis: Mehrtägige Landausflüge umfassen in der Regel ausgedehnte und längere Unternehmungen, während kürzere Ausflüge ein moderateres Programm bieten. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, gravel or natural paths. There may be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Rollstuhlfahrer und Gäste mit eingeschränkter Mobilität wenden sich bitte im Voraus an die Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft und erkundigen sich, ob die gewünschten Ausflüge ganz oder nur teilweise für ihre individuelle Situation geeignet sind.

Alle Programme an Land sind beschränkt und gelten vorbehaltlich der Verfügbarkeit. Programme, bei denen nicht die Mindestanzahl an erforderlichen Teilnehmern erreicht wird, können gestrichen werden. Die aufgelisteten Preise unterliegen Änderungen aufgrund von unerwartet eintretenden Kostensteigerungen für Transport, Landprogramme und Währungsschwankungen.

Einmal erworben, ist der Preis garantiert und unterliegt keinen weiteren Änderungen. Mid-cruise overland programs must be purchased no later than 60 days prior to your sail date. Stornierungen, die 60 Tage oder weniger vor dem Abfahrtsdatum erfolgen, unterliegen einer Stornogebühr von 100 %.