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Udman Panchshila Park by Ferns N Petals

Udman Panchshila Park is the bee’s knees of contemporary and luxurious hotels with a strong flavour of Indian hospitality. Guests in South Delhi can walk into Udman Panchshila Park, a premier boutique hotel, for a holistic and luxurious experience. Our endeavour is to take you through the journey of a blissful stay. Every aspect of our hotel, from its architecture and furniture to its artwork, mirror the originality and exclusivity of the atmosphere we have set up. The contemporary design and understated elegance embody the cultural trend of the location.

Walk into their signature restaurant, U Kitchen, for a delicious breakfast spread, or a delightful range of Indian and international dishes for lunch and dinner. The simple and casual interiors of the restaurant will calm your senses and prepare you for a lavish meal.

Double Tree by Hilton

Just minutes away from the majestic Taj Mahal brings heart-warming experiences while you enjoy the rich culture of the city. Enjoy the warm welcome with their DoubleTree Chocochip cookie before you witness the epitome of comfort and service unfold in front of your eyes. Thoughtfully decorated rooms with bespoke amenities offer unparalled views of the locality or the refreshing pool. Spend your day lazing around in the comfort of your room, strolling through the extensive lawns, taking a refreshing lap in the infinity pool, or rejuvenate at the Spa / Gymnasium after a long day of leisure.

Allow their Chef’s to curate an exclusive menu for you or simply enjoy the specialties of the region at Kebab E Que or North 27 and wind it up with a drink in the Plush Bar. With a round the clock In room Dining, there is always something available to satisfy your midnight cravings. Experience Signature Hilton Hospitality that blends warmth and professionalism to make your stay memorable while you take away fond memories of the Taj Mahal.

Fairfield by Marriott

Discover warm hospitality and modern comfort at Fairfield by Marriott Jaipur, where you can escape the travel bustle and settle into a calm, balanced place. Every detail of their Jaipur hotel, from healthy cuisine to a soothing décor—creates an effortless, relaxed stay.

Stay with ‘Fairfield by Marriott’ to find what you need when you need it, whether it’s a workout in the fitness center or snacks and drinks at the Market.

Breakfast featuring traditional favorites and healthy options ensures a balanced start to your day. Rest easy in hotel rooms with free Wi-Fi and ergonomic desks. Head up to the rooftop Twenty-One Bar & Café for delicious cuisine & cocktails and scenic Aravalli Hills views. 

Khan & Dilli Haat INA Markets

Khan Market –  A popular U-shaped shopping destination, this chirpy neighbourhood is a storehouse of the city’s most prestigious book shops, opticians, grocers, tailors, home décor stores, peppered with a range of cafes, restaurants, bakeries and street- food corners.

It was established in 1951 by the newly constituted Republic of India’s Rehabilitation Ministry to give economic opportunities to refugees of the Partition of India.

The DILLI HAAT provides the ambience of a traditional Rural Haat or village market, but one suited for more contemporary needs. Here one sees a synthesis of crafts, food and cultural activity.

Qutab Minar (Tower of Victory)

Qutub Minar is a tower that stands tall in the heart of Delhi. It was built by the first Muslim ruler of Delhi and is believed to be one of the tallest brick minarets in the world. The tower is 73 meters high and made of red sandstone and marble.

The towering minaret was built with red sandstone and marble and had a spiral staircase made of red sandstone on its exterior. The top floor contains chambers for prayer, as well as a mosque on the second floor. At each corner of the tower were two small towers called guldaste that guards used to keep watch from above; these have since been removed from the structure due to safety concerns.

The Qutub Minar is considered one of Delhi’s most important landmarks because it provides insight into both Islamic architecture and medieval Indian history; additionally, it has been used as an inspiration by many other artists throughout history.

Bahá’í Lotus Temple

Notable for its flowerlike shape, it has become a prominent attraction in the city. Like all Bahá’í Houses of Worship, the Lotus Temple is open to all, regardless of religion or any other qualification.

The building is composed of 27 free-standing marble-clad “petals” arranged in clusters of three to form nine sides, with nine doors opening onto a central hall with a height of slightly over 40 metres and a capacity of 2,500 people.

The Lotus Temple has won numerous architectural awards and has been featured in many newspaper and magazine articles. A CNN report referred to it as the most visited building in the world.

Humayun’s Tomb

Humayun’s Tomb was built in the 1560’s, with the patronage of Humayun’s son, the great Emperor Akbar. Persian and Indian craftsmen worked together to build the garden-tomb, far grander than any tomb built before in the Islamic world. Humayun’s garden-tomb is an example of the charbagh (a four quadrant garden with the four rivers of Quranic paradise represented), with pools joined by channels. The garden is entered from lofty gateways on the south and from the west with pavilions located in the centre of the eastern and northern walls.

The mausoleum itself stands on a high, wide terraced platform with two bay deep vaulted cells on all four sides. It has an irregular octagon plan with four long sides and chamfered edges. It is surmounted by a 42.5 m high double dome clad with marble flanked by pillared kiosks (chhatris) and the domes of the central chhatris are adorned with glazed ceramic tiles. The middle of each side is deeply recessed by large arched vaults with a series of smaller ones set into the facade.

Gandhi Smriti

Gandhi Smriti is where Mahatma Gandhi spent the last 144 days of his life before he was killed. The house is located in New Delhi. Consisting of 12 bedrooms, the house was built by Ghanshyamdas Birla in 1928. The house, formerly known as Birla House or Birla Bhavan, was sold to the government. When it was opened to the public, it was renamed as Gandhi Smriti. The building has a number of articles associated with Gandhi’s life and death.

The entire world knows one of India’s most famous freedom fighters – Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, or more popularly known as Mahatma Gandhi. Pivotal in helping India gain freedom from the clutches of the British rule, wherein the British colonized and ruled over the Indians for over 200 years, Mahatma Gandhi is respected by people to this date worldwide, and also referred to lovingly as ‘Bapu’ or the ‘Father of the Nation’ in India. The Gandhi Smriti Museum in the Indian capital city of New Delhi is dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi and is also the place where he spent the last 144 days of his life before which he was unfortunately assassinated in the grounds on the 30th of January 1948.

Jama Masjid Mosque

A beautiful pocket of calm at the heart of Old Delhi’s mayhem, the capital’s largest mosque is built on a 10m elevation. It can hold a mind-blowing 25,000 people. The marble and red-sandstone structure, known also as the ‘Friday Mosque’, was Shah Jahan’s final architectural triumph, built between 1644 and 1658. The four watchtowers were used for security. There are two minarets standing 40m high, one of which can be climbed for amazing views.

Dress conservatively and remove your shoes before entering the mosque, though you can carry your shoes with you inside if you wish to leave from a different gate, or are worried about losing them (many locals do this).

Taj Mahal

The Taj Mahal is a world heritage site in India and it is said to be one of the most beautiful buildings in the world. The Taj Mahal means ‘The Crown Of All Palaces’ in Persian. It is a very popular tourist attraction to visit in India and people all over the world travel to India just to see it.

The Taj Mahal began being built in 1632 and was completed in 1653, around 21 years later. It was built in memory of Emperor Shah Jahan’s third wife, who died whilst giving birth to their fourteenth child.

Shah Jahan was very upset about the death of his wife, hence spent years creating the most beautiful site. In 1666, Shah Jahan died and was buried next to his wife inside the tomb of the Taj Mahal.

Agra Fort

Agra Fort is a historical fort in the city of Agra in India. It was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty till 1638, when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi. The Agra fort is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is about 2.5 km northwest of its more famous sister monument, the Taj Mahal. The fort can be more accurately described as a walled city.

After the First Battle of Panipat in 1526, the victorious Babur stayed in the fort, in the palace of Ibrahim Lodi. He later built a baoli in it. His successor, Humayun, was crowned in the fort in 1530. He was defeated at Bilgram in 1540 by Sher Shah Suri. The fort remained with the Suris till 1555, when Humayun recaptured it. Adil Shah Suri’s general, Hemu, recaptured Agra in 1556 and pursued its fleeing governor to Delhi where he met the Mughals in the Battle of Tughlaqabad. Sheesh Mahal, Agra Fort: The effect produced by lighting candles in Sheesh Mahal, Agra Fort.

Fatehpur Sikri

This town was built by the Mughal Emperor, Akbar. He had planned this city as his capital but shortage of water compelled him to abandon the city. After this within 20 years, the capital of Mughals was shifted to Lahore. Fatehpur Sikri was built during 1571 and 1585.

Today this ghost city has a population of about 30,000. This deserted city has retained many of the old structures, because of the efforts of the Archaeological department .

Fatehpur Sikri is one of the finest examples of Mughal architectural splendour at its height.

Chand Baori stepwell

Chand Baori (stepwell) in the Abhaneri village is one of the oldest and most popular attractions in Rajasthan. It was built by King Chanda of the Nikumbha Dynasty in 9th century AD. One of the largest stepwells in the world, Chand Baori was built to conserve water and provide a respite from the intense heat.

The sheer genius of the construction will leave you flabbergasted. The geometrical patterns employed to create a design like this was so far ahead of its times, and the construction itself must have been such a task, but the result was truly beyond imagination.

Chand Baori received a lot of fame for being featured in Batman ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ and the fabulous ‘Best Exotic Marigold Hotel’.

Jal Mahal

Jal Mahal Jaipur, also known  as the Water Palace, is considered one of the most beautiful architectural Palace that was built which was built with the Mughal and Rajput craftmanship.

It has enchanted visitors for many years. Travelers love capturing the beauty of the water palace.

Jal Mahal palace provides a charming view of the Man Sagar Lake and the Nahargarh hills that border it. It is considered an architectural beauty built in the Rajput and Mughal styles of architecture.

Amber Fort

Rajasthan is famous for having some of the most stunning attractions in India, both for its incredible natural beauty and its many architectural attractions – like the Amber Fort. The Amber Fort is famous for its gates, large ramparts, and cobbled paths. It overlooks Maota Lake and is easily the main tourist attraction in Jaipur.

The buildings of the fort are built of red sandstone and marble. The opulent palace within the fort is laid out in four levels – each with its own courtyard. The Sukh Niwas even has an artificial cooling system. This is created by winds blowing over the water cascade within the palace.

We will experience a fun jeep ride along the ramparts up to the fort!

Hawa Mahal

Hawa Mahal, or the ‘Palace of Winds,’ is an elaborate pink wall dressed in terracotta sandstone and white limewash motifs, starring a perfect honeycomb-shaped crown and 953 teeny latticed windows (also known as ‘jharokhas’), one after another.

The Hawa Mahal is dedicated to Lord Krishna. It is said that the shape of the building resembles the crown of Krishna. More than a palace, the Hawa Mahal is also a cultural and architectural marvel that reflects a truly harmonious amalgamation of the Hindu Rajput and Islamic Mughal architectural styles.

To the rear of the palace is a tiny gate that opens up to a beautifully kept courtyard leading to five floors, each with its own architectural intricacies and stories to tell.

Raj Mandir cinema

Raj Mandir – The pride of Asia as always remains as a symbol of beauty and creativity. The main lobby of this cinema hall casts a magic spell on every visitor. One of its unique

features is the lighting system.  Before the show starts the lobby is illuminated by white lights, whereas in the interval the light changes its colour to magnificent blue.  The high ceilings are ornamented with chandeliers. The walls with artistic work, also adorn custom made wooden tiles with glass inlay. A rising staircase on the south side of the lobby further adds to the already enchanting sight.

Included Attractions Disclosure:
CPD Cruises Pty Ltd trading as Education at Sea reserves the right to cancel or make changes to the included attractions without notice. We recommend all attendees and their guests obtain travel insurance at the time of booking.

Prices are subject to change, Education at Sea has reserved the right to re-cost pricing in the event of significant currency fluctuations. A non-refundable deposit of $400 per person is due at time of booking with the final balance payable by the 1st September 2024. All funds are non-refundable after the final payment date.

Physical Level: Active

This is a busy active tour so please consider your fitness level.   You need to be able to walk long distances often uphill and negotiate uneven surfaces.

TOUR INCLUSIONS:

• 11 nights’ accommodation including breakfast daily
• 2 bottles of mineral water per person, per day during long distance travel
• Welcome dinner
• Lunch at local restaurant with guest speakers (drinks not included)
• Dinner at a local restaurant in Agra (drinks not included)
• Lunch en-route to Jaipur in Abhaneri (drinks not included)
• Thali dinner in Jaipur (drinks not included)
• Dosa lunch in Amer (drinks not included)
• All transfers, excursions and sightseeing tours by an air-conditioned coach as mentioned in itinerary
• Train travel as mentioned in itinerary
• Jeep ride at Amber Fort, Jaipur
• English speaking accompanying guide as per the itinerary
• Road taxes, parking fees, fuel charges, interstate taxes, porterage at railway station
• Tipping for Tour Leader, local guides and drivers
• All applicable taxes including Government Service Tax
• Farewell dinner in Delhi (drinks not included)
• Entrance fees &/cost for following:

Delhi:

• Jama Masjid Mosque
• Humayun’s Tomb
• Qutab Minar
• Bahá’í Lotus Temple
• Gandhi Smriti
• Dilli Haat INR Market
• Chandi Chowk rickshaw ride

Agra:

• Fatehpur Sikri
• Taj Mahal
• Agra Fort
• Mehtabh Bagh

Jaipur:

• Amber Fort
• City Palace
• Barefoot College
• Raj Mandir Cinema

PROGRAM INCLUSIONS:

• An extensive program based on current best practice
• Dedicated Space for expert presentations and reflection
• Education content that meets the same exacting standards as anything offered in an Australian program
• Presenters that are excited to be able to share their skill, knowledge, and passion with Attendees
• An online library filled to the brim with educational content that allows you to create your own learning experience
• A Registration Reception including complimentary dinner where you can meet other attendees and network with convenors and presenters
• A Welcome pack and additional information to support a fantastic study tour experience
• A Transcript reflecting all education sessions, presentations and hospital/health centre site visits
• A Certificate of Completion identifying the CPD hours attached to the Program for you to include in your CPD Evidence Portfolio

EXCLUSIONS

• Flights to and from India
• Meals & Drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
• Arrival & departure transfers to and from airport
• Travel insurance – please contact us at travel@traveldirectaustralia.com.au for a quote
• Visa

Cancellation Penalties and Disclosure: Cancellation policies vary by supplier. When reserving your study tour please review the terms and conditions applicable to the event. All deposits and registration fee’s are non refundable. CPD Cruises Pty Ltd trading as Education at Sea will not be responsible for any financial loss due to cancellation from unforeseen circumstances. We strongly recommend you take out travel insurance at time of booking.