Compare Europe: Highlights of Eastern Europe 2021 by Rockjumper Birding vs Delhi Day Tour: Multi-Transport Highlights (half day) by G Adventures
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| Duration | 13 days | 1 days |
| Price From | $ 4,950 | $ 65 |
| Price Per Day | $ 381 | $ 65 |
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| Trip Style | Small group tour | Small group tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Standard |
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| Countries Visited | N/A | |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | N/A | 1 breakfast |
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Few countries in Europe have especially large birding lists, with many of the sought after species being found at opposite ends of the continent. No single trip could provide an all-encompassing overview of the best of what Europe has to offer, until now. Our new Highlights of Europe tour takes us to 4 countries, from Mediterranean Spain in the south and Finland in the Arctic north to Poland and Bulgaria in the east. This tour can be taken as a single three and half week tour de force of Europe’s avifauna, or in shorter bite sized chunks. Moving east to Bulgaria and Poland for a few weeks, we venture beyond the former ‘Iron Curtain’ which kept Eastern Europe out-of-bounds for most people during the Cold War era. Many of these areas have now been found to be wildlife havens, and in fact, some have been established as nature reserves. There are plenty of ‘eastern’ specialties that rarely, if ever, venture into the western regions of Europe. In fact, many species are far more abundant and easier to find in the east, no doubt due to its lack of development as compared to the more affluent west. Great Snipe, Pygmy Cormorant, Ferruginous Duck, Eastern Imperial Eagle, Grey-headed Woodpeckers, River, Savi’s and Aquatic Warblers, Sombre Tit and Lesser Grey Shrike are some of the species that come to mind. Other more widespread, but no less spectacular birds include Golden Eagle, Common Crane, Little and Eurasian Bitterns, Bearded Reedling and the beautiful Bluethroat. We will stay in small guesthouses in good birding locations throughout this tour, and food will consist of local cuisine. |
Discover Delhi from a local perspective on this unique tour of the city using bicycles, tuk-tuks, rickshaws, and the metro system. Cycle with your guide through the India Gate to visit the stunning monuments, palaces, and parks that make Delhi so special. Learn how to navigate the metro and wave down motorized rickshaws to visit bustling markets and the breathtaking Jama Mosque. |
Day 1 Delhi
Duration: 5 hours Meeting Point: 7:00am Karol Bagh Metro Station Finish Point: Karol Bagh Metro Station Itinerary: Explore India's bustling capital from a local perspective by cycling, walking, and riding public transportation through and past some of the most famous landmarks. Start the tour by taking a metro ride to Connaught Place. Cycle through colonial Delhi and pass Talkatora Stadium, the President's Palace, and the Dandi March Statue of Gandhi leading his fellow people. Continue on through residential streets towards the massive war memorial arch known as India Gate. Ride up Janpath Road to Connaught Place and climb down into the caverns of the famous Agrasen ki Baoli (stepwell) which reflects the age-old Indian water harvesting techniques from the indigenous civilization. Afterwards, take a break for a traditional Indian breakfast. Jump back on the bike and cruise to Mandi House Station where you say farewell to the bike and hop on the transportation heart of Delhi - the Metro. Get off at Red Fort Station and wander through the narrow lanes of Chandni Chow markets, Next jump on a local cycle rickshaw and enjoy the exciting ride to Khari Baoli spice market and learn about the spices and their use in Indian cuisine, also explore the Fatehpuri Mosque, a 17th century mosque located at the end of the Chandni Chowk Street. For the final mode of transportation, take the metro back to Karol Bagh Station.
