Rajasthan Tour, World Tours by Nikita Kalkat

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Itinerary

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Entry Necessities

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A passport of any nationality
A tourist visa for India - $100
Always carry your original passport at all times
There are no required vaccines, however, being up to date on routine vaccinations is highly recommended

Mapped Out Tour Of Northern India, Rajasthan

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https://www.scribblemaps.com/maps/view/Northern_India_Tour/FrXM2rqCJL

Travel Motivators

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Cultural - India has one of the world's oldest cultures
Interpersonal - can meet many people while travelling from city to city

Travel Barriers

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Health - car, airplane or boat sickness & can contract Malaria due to abundant amount of mosquitoes
Language - over 22 languages are spoken in India
Infrastructure - isn't updated & often hard to travel
Weather - can be very hot from April to June

Type of Destination

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Foreign culture, historical, & economical

Weather

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May to July
- Hottest time of the year ranging from 32 - 40 degrees Celsius

December to January
- Coldest months in India

August to November
- Rainy season
- Hot and humid

February to April
- India's "high season"
- Sunny, hot & clear days

Physical Features of India

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In the north of India there are mountain ranges especially in Kashmir and Himalaya.
In the west of India there are deserts, including the Thar Desert and Bada Bagh.
In the east of India are the Chin Hills and Patkai ranges.
In the south of India there are beaches, mostly in Kerala and Goa.

Transportation

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Price comparison of flights to New Delhi

Air Canada - $1, 542
Jet Airways -$1, 539
Lufthansa - $2, 010

Price comparison of flights to Toronto

Air Canada - $1, 370
Swiss Airlines - $1, 932
Lufthansa - $1, 962

To travel by train per each ticket it would cost $11.31/ ₹550.

To rent a car with a driver it would cost $55.55/ ₹2, 700 per day.

Travel Warnings

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Always ensure to boil water or milk before using or drinking
Wear sunscreen to avoid sun burn
In order to prevent Malaria wear mosquito repellent
Ensure your hands are clean at all times to avoid contracting travelers diarrhea.
During the rainy season there can be floods and landslides

Budget

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Flights - $2,912
Hotels - $500
Transportation - $80
Food and Beverages - $120
Entry Costs - $60
Total Cost for Trip - $3,672

Exchange Rate

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$1, 000 CAD = ₹48, 321.31 INR

References

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Welcome to Indian Railway Passenger reservation Enquiry. N.p., n.d. Web. 2 June 2017. .

"Ana Sagar Lake, Ajmer." Ana Sagar Lake Ajmer | Ana Sagar Lake images, best time to visit. N.p., n.d. Web. 2 June 2017. .

"Bijolai Palace-A Treehouse Palace Hotel - UPDATED 2017 Reviews, Photos & Price Comparison (Jodhpur, India)." TripAdvisor. N.p., n.d. Web. 28 May 2017. .

"Book Flights with Confidence." Book flights with confidence | Google Flights. N.p., n.d. Web. 26 May 2017. .

"Cafe Frespresso Coffee and Food, Jodhpur - Restaurant Reviews, Phone Number & Photos." TripAdvisor. N.p., n.d. Web. 1 June 2017. .

Government of Canada, Global Affairs Canada. "Travel Advice and Advisories for India." Travel.gc.ca. N.p., 2017. Web. 27 May 2017. .

"Hiring a Car and Driver in India.....Explained! - India Forum." TripAdvisor. N.p., n.d. Web. 2 June 2017. .

"India." World Travel Guide. N.p., n.d. Web. 27 May 2017. .

"Jaisalmer Desert Resort - UPDATED 2016 Reviews, Photos & Price Comparison (India) - Lodge." TripAdvisor. N.p., n.d. Web. 28 May 2017. .

"Mystic Jaisalmer Hotel - UPDATED 2017 Reviews, Photos & Price Comparison (India)." TripAdvisor. N.p., n.d. Web. 28 May 2017. .

"Train travel in India . . ." Train travel in India - a beginner's guide | How to buy tickets online. N.p., n.d. Web. 1 June 2017. .

"Umaid Bhawan Heritage House Hotel - UPDATED 2017 Reviews, Photos & Price Comparison (Jaipur, India)." TripAdvisor. N.p., n.d. Web. 28 May 2017. .

Time Difference

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India is 9 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Toronto.
12 pm in Toronto is 9:30 pm in India

Restaurants

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Artusi Ristorante e Bar (5 stars)
Peacock Rooftop Restaurant (5 Stars)
Samode Haveli Restaurant(5 Stars)
Kalinga Restaurant (4.5 Stars)
Silver Leaf Restaurant (4 Stars)
Cafe Frespresso Coffee and Food (5 Stars)

Culture of India

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India's population - 1.311 billion
Rajasthan Population - 68.89 million
India & Rajasthan's official language is Hindi, however there are 22 official languages in India.
There are at least 9 religions in India.
Most common religion in Rajasthan is Hinduism

Male Clothing for Royals

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https://www.pinterest.com/pin/40532465366646189/

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https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/488148047096932822/

Women Clothing for Royals

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https://www.pinterest.com/pin/241294492506951578/

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https://www.pinterest.com/explore/jodhaa-akbar/

Traditional Clothing

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https://www.utsavpedia.com/attires/haute-couture-from-the-lands-of-rajasthan/

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http://www.polkacafe.com/traditional-attire-of-rajasthan-1806.html

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http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/delap-jw-marriott-hotel-new-delhi-aerocity/

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https://www.tripadvisor.in/LocationPhotoDirectLink-g303886-d858277-i32054642-Kadamb_Kunj_Resort-Bharatpur_Bharatpur_District_Rajasthan.html

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https://www.makemytrip.com/hotels/umaid_bhawan-details-jaipur.html

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https://www.tripadvisor.in/LocationPhotoDirectLink-g297667-d1754988-i154489617-Mystic_Jaisalmer_Hotel-Jaisalmer_Jaisalmer_District_Rajasthan.html

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https://www.tripadvisor.in/LocationPhotoDirectLink-g297667-d8505686-i151653429-Jaisalmer_Desert_Resort-Jaisalmer_Jaisalmer_District_Rajasthan.html

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https://www.laterooms.com/en/hotel-reservations/401383_bijolai-palace-a-treehouse-palace-hotel-.aspx

Entry Costs

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Agra - $20.87, Jaipur- $22.66, Jodhpur - $12.98, Jaisalmer - $1.03

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https://www.laterooms.com/en/hotel-reservations/401383_bijolai-palace-a-treehouse-palace-hotel-.aspx

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https://www.travelogyindia.com/rajasthan/jaipur/amer-fort.html

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http://www.indiacafe24.com/travel/asia/india/9-hang-out-spots-to-celebrate-new-year-2016-in-delhi-ncr-in-style/

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http://thedesidiaries.com/fine-dining-restaurants-in-jaipur/

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https://www.tripadvisor.cl/Restaurants-g304555-Jaipur_Jaipur_District_Rajasthan.html

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https://www.triphobo.com/places/jaisalmer-india/bada-bagh

Current Travel Issue in India

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http://www.bbc.com/news/business-37906742
Who: Locals and Incoming Tourists
What: The banks are no longer distributing ₹500 & ₹1000 bills and they are no longer being used
Where: All of India
When: The beginning of 2017 was in effect
Why: There is a lot of black money and counterfeit money in India
How: Government banks are trading in ₹500 & ₹1000 notes for the new designed notes to get rid of the black money in hopes to rid of poverty as well.

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Day 1

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Fly into Indira Gandhi International Airport from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ to DEL)
Decide to either stay at the hotel or look at the city
Spend a night in New Delhi at the JW Marriott Hotel

Day 2

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Enjoy a complimentary breakfast at the JW Marriott Hotel in New Delhi
Travel 3 and a half hours by train to Agra
In Agra visit the Taj Mahal
Take an hour to shop in the local market
Travel 1 and a half by train to Fatehpur Sikri
In Fatehpur Sikri visit the Buland Darwaza & Jama Masjid
Spend a night in Fatehpur Sikri at the Kadamb Kunj Resort

Day 3

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Enjoy a complimentary breakfast at Kadamb Kunj Resort
Travel 3 and a half hours by train to Jaipur
In Jaipur visit the Amer Fort, Hawa Mahal, & the City Palace
Spend a night in Jaipur at the Umaid Bhawan Heritage House Hotel

Day 4

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Enjoy a complimentary breakfast at Umaid Bhawan Heritage House Hotel in Jaipur
Travel 2 hours by train to Ajmer
Visit the Nasiyan Jain Temple
Visit the Ana Sagar Lake where you can tour the lake either walking on the jetty, using a jet ski or paddle boat (hard adventure)
Then go shopping in the Dargah bazaar
Travel 4 hours by train to Jodhpur
Spend a night in Jodhpur at the Bijolai Treehouse Palace Hotel

Day 5

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Enjoy a complimentary breakfast at the Bijolai Treehouse Palace Hotel in Jodhpur
Visit the Mehrangarh Fort & Jaswant Thada
Go & shop at the Sardar Market
Travel 6 hours by train to Jaisalmer
Spend a night in Jaisalmer at the Mystic Jaisalmer Hotel

Day 6

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Enjoy a complimentary breakfast at the Mystic Jaisalmer Hotel
In Jaisalmer, first visit the Patwon Ki Haveliyan and then visit the Bada Bagh (a part of the Thar Desert)
Take a camel tour into the desert and to the Jaisalmer Desert Resort (hard adventure)
Take part in the traditional dance and song in Rajasthan
Spend a night in Jaisalmer at the Jaisalmer Desert Resort

Day 7

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Enjoy a complimentary breakfast at the Jaisalmer Desert Resort in Jaisalmer
Travel 14 hours by train to New Delhi
Lunch can be bought from train attendants and brought out from the kitchen in the train.
Spend a night in New Delhi at the JW Marriott Hotel

Day 8

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Take a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport back to Toronto Pearson International Airport (DEL to YYZ)