JAIPUR LITERARY SALON

Meet in Delhi and stay at an oasis near the airport, a soothing and aesthetically pleasing luxury hotel, with abundant gliding service, excellent amenities and wonderful food.

This morning visit the astounding 12thC Qutab Minar, the World Heritage listed site dating back to the late 12th century. The monuments within the complex are fine displays of Indo-Islamic architecture, many incorporating Afghan elements and is symbolic of the biggest power shift in Delhi’s history.

Enjoy lunch and a private viewing at one of Delhi’s most outstanding private art foundations that boasts three exemplary museums devoted to terracotta, textiles and everyday objects.

Dinner at the hotel.

This morning drive to the fabled pink city of Jaipur and check into your classic heritage hotel, your home the next six nights. Take a guided tour of some of Jaipur’s grandest monuments including the Amber Fort, and the marvellous Jantar Mantar 18thC Observatory. Later register at the Jaipur Literary Festival at Clarks Amer Hotel before dinner at the city's chicest venue.

Days start with a meditative performance of classical music. Generally five to seven sessions run concurrently at different venues within the palace grounds. 
This evening depart from JLF for a special Jaipur Welcome dinner party with elephants and musicians.

Several shuttles run between the hotel and the JLF. We also provides additional transport and personalised guidance for guests wishing to experience the shopping treasures of Jaipur.

Over cocktails this evening guests will meet a couple of notable Indian authors at a private salon convened by our erudite friend Sumeet Shetty, founder of Literati, India's largest book reading membership.

Attend JLF, or take some time out. Consider the special music performances at Clarks Hotel that include dinner for guests with a Delegates Pass.

Attend JLF. This afternoon meet with one of Marieke’s local friends, one of the city’s leading jewellers at her home, close to Diggi Palace, to see how she creates gorgeous adornments working with traditional artisans.

The last enthralling day @ JLF where there are many kiosks selling books, art, crafts and exquisite textiles.
If you have allowed yourself the advantages and additional cost of a Friends of the Festival Pass, this evening is the extravagant Writers Ball.

Return to Delhi in time for evening departures or extend an additional day in Jaipur, curated for guests who love art, arts, crafts, jewellry, textiles and ceramics.

A day behind the scenes to meet artists and artisans whose work encapsulates the finest workmanship that might also include some private museum collections.

SUGGESTED TOUR EXTENSIONS:-
Gujarat Tribals + Textiles Tour
-Taj Mahal
- Ranthambore National Park to spot tigers

- Varanasi and the temples of Khajuraho
- Amritsar and the Golden Temple
- A spa in the Himalayas

Return to Delhi in time for evening departures or continue to the Shekhawati region that is renowned for its mansions, once homes to wealthy merchants engaged in the Spice Route - richly decorated in frescoes. Your stay will be at Mandawa Desert Resort that captures the essence of the desert through its mud-wall architecture and local craftsmanship.

Explore the neighbouring town of Nawalgarh that has one of the biggest groups of havelis. Most of the artists came from Jaipur who used their techniques and skills to paint remarkable and luxurious frescos that represented their wealth and power. The early frescos were influenced by the Mughal art form whereas the later ones were inspired from the Rajput royal courts.

Return to Delhi via Jaipur in time for international departures or spoil yourself with an extra day or two at sublime Deeppura Garh that after years of disuse is now owned and has been lovingly restored to its former glory by Italian jeweller and dynamo, Maria Grazia Baldan.

Return to Delhi via Jaipur in time for international departures or relish the beauty and R+R at Deeppura Garh's
stunning pool, flower and fountain filled courtyards, organic vegetable garden, various sitting rooms with plush couches, a library, gorgeously decorated contemplative sanctuaries, and delicious med cuisine

Return to Delhi via Jaipur in time for international departures .