2020 Wilderness Travel Catalog of Adventures

Royal Rajasthan ACROSS INDIA’S LEGENDARY DESERT KINGDOM

Traditional desert tribes, camels painted with henna, medieval walled cities, and airy Mughal palaces of marble and onyx—these are the captivating sights of Rajasthan. Our journey into this colorful world includes a camel ride and sunset dune walk amid the herders’ camps at the

Mughal city. Based at our tented camp near Ranthambore National Park, we’ll head out to look for Royal Bengal tigers. Days 5-6 Jaipur The walled quarter of Jaipur is an 18th century city of pink sandstone and a showcase for elegant Rajasthani craftsmanship. Our explorations include the ornate Palace of the Winds and the Amber Fort, a 16th century Rajput stronghold. Our world-class hotel, the Rambagh Palace, former home of the Maharaja of Jaipur, gives us a taste of royal life. Days 7-8 Pushkar or Nagaur Fair Rajasthan’s flamboyant camel and cattle fairs are a whirlwind of color, song, and dance. We enter the festival a unique way—by camel!—and enjoy sunset walks through the dunes among the traders and camel camps. Families attend from far and wide, dressed in dazzling Rajasthani festival attire. Our overnights are at a comfortable tented camp or hotel. Days 9-11 Jodhpur We roam Jodhpur’s ancient lanes and spice and textile markets, and at the massive 15th century Mehrangarh Fort, a walled city of interconnected palaces, we’ll see the heritage of Rajasthan on a princely scale. Depart on Day 11 via Delhi, or join our special Villages of Rajasthan Extension. ON OUR WEBSITE TREASURES OF SOUTH INDIA Ancient spice ports and legendary cuisine. Jan 8-21, 2020; Jan 8-21, 2021. From $8495.

HIGHLIGHTS • Experience the songs, dances, and colorful camel fairs at Pushkar or Nagaur • Search for wildlife in Ranthambore National Park, including majestic Royal Bengal tigers • Enjoy the markets of Jaipur, see sunset and sunrise at the Taj Mahal • Discover fascinating cultures on our Villages of Rajasthan Extension DETAILS • 11-day trip begins and ends in Delhi • 2 nights maharaja’s palace, 4 nights first-class hotels, 2 nights tented camp or hotel, 2 nights deluxe tented jungle camp • All meals included except 4 dinners

“Wow! An extraordinary trip, meticulously planned yet allowing for many spontaneous interactions and delightful surprises. Another WT success story.”

Pushkar or Nagaur fairs, a rickshaw ride through the markets of Jaipur, a sunrise at the Taj Mahal, and game viewing in Ranthambore, a

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DATES Nov 1-11, 2019 Pushkar Fair Jan 25-Feb 4, 2020 Nagaur Fair Nov 20-30 Pushkar Fair Feb 13-23, 2021 Nagaur Fair

former maharaja’s hunting ground and a great place to search for Bengal tigers. As we explore from the hill-perched forts of the “pink city” of Jaipur (with two overnights at a sumptuous maharaja’s palace) to the tangled lanes of Jodhpur, this adventure gives you an unforgettable taste of India. Days 1-4 Delhi / Agra / Fatehpur Sikri / Ranthambore In Agra, we make both a sunset and sunrise pilgrimage to the Taj Mahal, a vision in marble set on the banks of the Yamuna River. At the haunting desert ruins of Fatehpur Sikri, the capital of Emperor Akbar, we explore sandstone palaces that offer a glimpse into an ancient

TRIP COST FALL 2019 / SPRING 2020

$7195 (13-16 members) $7495 (9-12 members) $7995 (5-8 members) Single supplement: $2975 Internal airfare: $275 (subject to change) Villages of Rajasthan Extension: from $3695 TRIP LEVEL 1 + 2 3 4 5 6 Overland travel with walking tours, cultural explorations

Meet desert nomads at a camel fair, view the ethereal Taj at sunset and sunrise, and look for Royal Bengal tigers in Ranthambore.

BLAINE HARRINGTON

ANGELA BEGGS

PETER LANGER

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