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 fly to the fabled pink city of Jaipur and check into your modern hotel, your home the next six nights. Take a guided tour of some of Jaipur’s grandest monuments including the Amber Fort, Anohki Textile Museum and the marvellous Jantar Mantar 18thC Observatory.
Later register at the Jaipur Literary Festival at Diggi Palace.

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 and dinner this evening guests will meet notable Indian authors and thinkers and fellow attendees at a swank party in the private home of one of JLF’s founders.

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.

After a leisurely breakfast/brunch, guests returning to Delhi can be driven to Delhi to arrive in time at the airport before evening departures home.

Alternatively, guests wishing to have a little extra time in Jaipur may elect to fly back to Delhi late afternoon, at a small additional expense.

SUGGESTED TOUR EXTENSIONS:-
Gujarat Tribals + Textiles Tour
-Taj Mahal
- Ranthambhore National Park to spot tigers
Bharatpur and Keoladeo Ghana National Park for bird twitchers
- Varanasi and the temples of Khujaraho
- Amritsar and the Golden Temple
- A spa in the Himalayas