Welcome to northern India, where ancient religion, cultural heritage and spirituality come together. On this 11-day Premium adventure, you’ll discover the Pink City of Jaipur, see the Mughal splendours of Delhi and Agra, savour the many flavours of Lucknow cuisine and soak up the ambience of holy Varanasi on a sunrise cruise. A local leader will bring the magic of India to light, from lavish palaces to vibrant bazaars and the incomparable Taj Mahal – one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Packed with hotspots and hidden gems, you’ll discover the cultural heart of India through Exclusive Experiences, incredible accommodation and local interaction.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. This trip includes domestic flights. The luggage allowance is 15kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on. You can store excess luggage at the start point hotel.
4. It has been announced that as of April 2025 Lucknow Airport is undergoing partial renovations meaning that fights will only operate in the evening. As a result, the flight from Jaipur to Lucknow on Day 6 will now be in the evening and all activities planned in Lucknow will take place on Day 7.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. This trip includes domestic flights. The luggage allowance is 15kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on. You can store excess luggage at the start point hotel.
4. It has been announced that as of April 2025 Lucknow Airport is undergoing partial renovations meaning that fights will only operate in the evening. As a result, the flight from Jaipur to Lucknow on Day 6 will now be in the evening and all activities planned in Lucknow will take place on Day 7.
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What's Included
- Meals: Meals: 10 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 5 dinners.
- Transport: Auto rickshaw, Boat, Cycle rickshaw, Metro, Plane, Private vehicle, Train.
- Accommodation: Hotel (8 nights), Jaipur Feature Stay (2 nights).
- Delhi - Welcome dinner.
- Old Delhi City Tour.
- Delhi - Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh Temple).
- Delhi - Jama Masjid (Shoe Keeper).
- Delhi - Visit to the Jama Masjid Mosque.
- Agra - Taj Mahal.
- Agra - Expert-led street food tour (as dinner).
- Agra - Agra Fort Visit.
- Jaipur - Leader-led orientation walk.
- Jaipur - Home-cooked dinner.
- Jaipur - Amber Fort.
- Jaipur - City Palace.
- Lucknow - Orientation Walk.
- Lucknow - Sheroes Dinner.
- Lucknow City Tour.
- Lucknow – Awadhi Cooking Class.
- Orientation Walk in Varanasi.
- Varanasi - Evening Ganga aarti with musicians on boat.
- Varanasi - Ganges candle flower ceremony.
- Varanasi - Sunrise Ganges boat trip.
- Sarnath Museum Visit.
- Sarnath Stupa Visit.
- Farewell Dinner at Haveli Dharampura.
Your Itinerary
Day 1: Delhi
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Day 2: Delhi
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Day 3: Agra
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Day 4: Jaipur
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Day 5: Jaipur
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Day 6: Lucknow
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Day 7: Lucknow
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Day 8: Varanasi
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Day 9: Varanasi
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Day 10: Delhi
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Day 11: Delhi
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