Rajasthan to the Ganges
17 days
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This comprehensive northern India tour explores Rajasthani towns, remote villages, forts and palaces, visits a National Park, and sees the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort before heading to the holy city of Varanasi on the River Ganges
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Overview
Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
What's this trip about?
This comprehensive northern India tour explores Rajasthani towns, remote villages, forts and palaces, visits a National Park, and sees the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort before heading to the holy city of Varanasi on the River Ganges
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Details
Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 1 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityUdaipur
End CityVaranasi
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Delhi. Airport to hotel transfer included
After your flight, one of our staff members will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Delhi. You’ll have some time to settle in, before we run through the tour itinerary and schedule tomorrow’s collection time.
| OVERNIGHT:
Delhi hotel
| EXTRAS:
Single room supplement
Day 2: Exploring Delhi & an overnight sleeper train
Today we’ll make our way to the city of New Delhi, nestled on the banks of the Yamuna River. New Delhi was announced as India’s new capital in 2012, taking the title from Calcutta.
Our tour of New Delhi begins at a 42-metre high archway known as India Gate, often compare...
| OVERNIGHT:
Sleeper train
| MEALS:
Breakfast
| EXTRAS:
Delhi to Udaipur flight upgrade
Day 3: Exploring Udaipur’s Temples & some free time
Once we arrive in Udaipur - also known as the Venice of the East - we’ll have some breakfast before driving 20 kilometres to Nagda, well known for its unique temple that dates back to the 10th century. The temple itself is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is made in two stru...
| OVERNIGHT:
Udaipur hotel
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4: Experience the beauty of Udaipur
We’ll explore Udaipur a little more today, as we start with a visit to the 400-year old City Palace situated on the edge of the pristine Lake Pichola, before heading to the lush green Saheliyon Ki Bari Gardens, before setting sail on the waters of Lake Pichola as we take...
| OVERNIGHT:
Udaipur hotel
| MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 5: Rajasthan’s second largest city and the monkeys of Ranakpur
Today we’ll visit Jodhpur - the second largest city in the Indian state of Rajasthan. On our way there, we’ll stop at the breathtaking white marble Chaturmukha Jain Temple, the largest temple in the Jain religion which dates back to the 15th century. It was built in dedi...
| OVERNIGHT:
Jodhpur hotel
| MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 6: Exploring Jodhpur
Our day starts with a visit to one of India’s largest forts - the Mehrangarh Fort, which towers on a cliff above the city. Our next stop is a visit to Jaswant Thada, a milky-white cenotaph built to commemorate the father of Maharaja Sardar Singh of Jodhpur State in 1899....
| OVERNIGHT:
Jodhpur hotel
| MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 7: A Pushkar Adventure
Our morning begins with a visit to the town of Pushkar, situated at the tip of the Thar Desert. Pushkar is one of India’s oldest towns, and is also the location of one of the Hindu religion's sacred dhams. Pushkar Lake is also a holy site, as many pilgrims come here to b...
| OVERNIGHT:
Pushkar hotel
| MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 8: Travelling to Jaipur
You can choose to head out on a sunset walk this morning to the Savriti Temple for some more spectacular views before we say our goodbyes to Pushkar and head to Rajasthan’s capital - the Pink City of Jaipur.
On our way there, we’ll stop at the Amber Fort, an ancient fortress built on a hilltop in the 16th century dedicated to the ruling Kachhawa clan of Amber.
| OVERNIGHT:
Jaipur hotel
| MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 9: Exploring Jaipur. Optional Activity Available
You can either choose to sleep a little later, or you have an option of enjoying a hot air balloon ride over Jaipur, giving you an aerial view of its stunning architecture.
We’ll then head out into the city, visiting Jaipur’s most popular tourist attractions, such as t...
| OVERNIGHT:
Jaipur hotel
| MEALS:
Breakfast
| EXTRAS:
Hot air balloon in Jaipur
Day 10: A visit to the Tordi Village. Optional activities available
We’ll start our day with a visit to the rural Rajasthan village of Tordi, founded in the 16th century by Th. Akhey Singh, a descendant of the Khangar Singh, who overthrew the regional chief and built a hilltop fortress here, with its ruins still available today. The fami...
| OVERNIGHT:
Tordi Garh hotel
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 11: Birdwatching in the Keoladeo Ghana National Park and a visit to the world’s largest stepwell
We leave Tordi and head towards the Keoladeo Ghana National Park via Bharatpur - one of the best birdwatching destinations in India. On our way here, we’ll stop at the Abhaneri step well - the largest of its kind on the planet - boasting approximately 3500 steps and is 1...
| OVERNIGHT:
Bharatpur hotel
| MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 12: The magnificent Taj Mahal. Optional activity available
After a wonderful time in Keoladeo, we make our way to the ancient city of Agra - the home of the Taj Mahal. Agra was once the capital of the Mughal between 1572 and 1585 and is the only Indian city to have three UNESCO World Heritage Sites - the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and...
| OVERNIGHT:
Agra hotel
| MEALS:
Breakfast
| EXTRAS:
Cook with a Hindu family in Agra
Day 13: Sunrise at the Taj Mahal. Overnight train transfer to Varanasi included
We start our day at the magnificent Taj Mahal, as we watch the sunrise over this world wonder, watching how its colour changes as the day becomes brighter. It's quite an experience and will leave you with memories to last a lifetime.
We’ll have some breakfast before we t...
| OVERNIGHT:
Overnight sleeper train to Varanasi
| MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 14: Exploring Varanasi and the River Ganges
Varanasi is one of India’s holiest cities and is often regarded as India’s spiritual capital. We’ll have breakfast, before making our way to the Sarai Mohana Weavers Village, known for its silk weaving craft. Some of the Banarasi sarees found here are India’s most expens...
| OVERNIGHT:
Varanasi hotel
| MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 15: A boat trip on the serene waters of the River Ganges
We’ll start our day with a boat trip on the River Ganges, where we’ll get to witness the constant hub of activity along its banks, as many flock here to bathe in its holy waters.
We’ll browse through the city on foot today, exploring the medieval streets, holy temples a...
| OVERNIGHT:
Overnight sleeper train to Delhi
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch
| EXTRAS:
Varanasi to Delhi flight upgrade
Day 16: Free time in Delhi. Optional activities available
Once we arrive in Delhi, you have the day free to yourself. There are a few half-day tour options are available to pre-book or arrange while in India (a few days notice is required) or go shopping and sightseeing on your own.
| OVERNIGHT:
Delhi hotel
| MEALS:
Breakfast
| EXTRAS:
Salam Balak Trust walk
Day 17: All good things come to an end! Airport transfer included
You have some more leisure time in Delhi this morning, before being transported back to the airport to board your flight home. If you'd like to extend your stay, why not add on a tiger safari in the Ranthambore National Park or spend some time at the sun-kissed beaches of Goa for some relaxation before heading back home
| OVERNIGHT:
N/A
| MEALS:
Breakfast
| EXTRAS:
Goa beach extension, Ranthambore National Park Safari, Spinmonkey cycling tour, Salam Balak Trust walk
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