14x Breakfast

10x Dinner

8x Lunch

Accommodation included: 22 nights

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mentioned transportation

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Private Transportation in Car in Kerala

Entry/Admission - Akhanda Yoga

Entry/Admission - Ganges River

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Entry/Admission - Agra By Bike ( Exploring Agra By Bicycles )

Entry/Admission - Flying Fox Jodhpur

Entry/Admission - Munnar Hikes &...

Entry/Admission - Munnar Hikes & Tours

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The Beatles Ashram entrance fee...

The Beatles Ashram entrance fee (500 rupees)

Taj Mahal entrance fee (1300...

Taj Mahal entrance fee (1300 rupees)

Mehrangarh Fort entrance fee (300...

Mehrangarh Fort entrance fee (300 rupees)

Tea Museum entrance fee (200...

Tea Museum entrance fee (200 rupees)

Green Field Spices and Herbal...

Green Field Spices and Herbal Garden entrance fee (100 rupees)

Optional Massage (1000 rs)

optional Paragliding (3000 rs)

Entry/Admission - Taj Mahal

Entry/Admission - Mehrangarh Fort

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Entry/Admission - Kannan Devan Tea Museum

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Entry/Admission - Green Field Spices and Herbal Garden

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival Delhi

Pass By: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
Departure from your home country and arrival in Delhi.
You will arrive independently at the Delhi airport where you will be welcomed and taken by transfer to the hotel. Mostly the arrival time of international flights is late at night or early in the morning of the next day.

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel

Day 2: Delhi Sightseeing and bus ride to Mcleod Ganj/Daramshala (overnight, 10 hours)

Pass By: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
We spend the day in Delhi and visit Old and New Delhi by foot, metro and rickshaw. In the evening we set off on the first night bus ride to the Himalayas.

Stop At: Chandni Chowk, Near Red Fort, New Delhi 110006 India
We will visit Old Delhi where you still get a glimpse of ancient India.
Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: India Gate, Rajpath Near Connaught Place New Delhi, New Delhi 110001 India
We will also visit New Delhi to see the contrast between Old and New Delhi. With a Tuk Tuk, we pass the India Gate.

Stop At: Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Ashoka Road Connaught Place, New Delhi 110001 India
In Old Delhi we will visit a Sikh Temple.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Friday Mosque (Jama Masjid), 6 km North of Connaught Pl. across from Lal Qila, New Delhi India
We will visit the biggest Mosque in India.
Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India
The commercial center of Delhi.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: in the bus

Day 3: Day in Tibetan - influenced Mcleod Ganj

Pass By: McLeod Ganj, McLeod Ganj, Dharamsala, Kangra District, Himachal Pradesh
Mcleod Ganj is not only a mountain resort at 1800 m in the middle of the Indian Himalayas, but also home to many exiled Tibetans, including the Dalai Lama. After the bus ride we will have breakfast on a roof terrace and then visit the small town, including the Dalai Lama temple and Tibetan museum and the small villages around.

Stop At: Dalai Lama Temple Complex, Temple Rd, Dharamsala 176219 India
We visit the Dalai Lama Temple.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Tibetan Museum, Temple Road Dalai Lama Temple Complex, McLeod Ganj, Dharamsala 176219 India
Who like, can visit the Tibetan Museum.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Bhagsu Nag Water Fall, Himachal Pradesh 176219
On a small walk to the village Bhagsu, we climb up to a waterfall.
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Dharamkot, Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh 176219, India
On our walk, we will also walk through the village Dharamkot.

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Guest House

Day 4: Start 3-day Trek to Kareri

Pass By: Kareri, Kareri, Kangra District, Himachal Pradesh
First Trekking Day: Mcleod Ganj to Kareri Village (1800 m).

Today begins our three-day tent trek. Our first five-hour leg takes us through pine forests and small villages to our idyllic camp on a bubbling river near the traditional village of Kareri. With yoga, cooking together and a campfire, the day will end.

Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Tent

Day 5: Second Trekking Day: Kareri Village-Kareri Lake (3000 m)-Kareri Village

Pass By: Kareri Lake, Top floor , main bus stand , Mcleodganj, Kangra India
Today takes us up at 3000 m to the holy Kareri Lake, which is surrounded by snow-capped peaks. Since we also have to go down to the camp again, this day will be a bit more intense and we will start early. Of course you can also just enjoy at the Camp today and visit the nearby village.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Tent

Day 6: Third Trekking Day Kareri Village over the village of Bahl to Mcleod Ganj

Pass By: McLeod Ganj, McLeod Ganj, Dharamsala, Kangra District, Himachal Pradesh
Today we go back to Mcleod Ganj, this time we take the tranquil route over small mountain villages. We move into our rooms and look forward to a warm shower.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Guest House

Day 7: Free time in Mcleod Ganj and evening bus ride to Rishikesh (10 hours overnight)

Pass By: McLeod Ganj, McLeod Ganj, Dharamsala, Kangra District, Himachal Pradesh
After the intensive three-day trek, we treat ourselves with a break. Mcleod Ganj invites you to shop, to Paragliding ( extra cost), to do yoga and meditation, and much more.

Who likes can participate together with the tour guide in the morning Tibetan meditation. In the evening we take the night bus to Rishikesh.

Stop At: Tushita Meditation Centre, McLeod Ganj, Dharamsala 176219 India
In the morning we take part on a buddhist meditation
Duration: 30 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Bus

Day 8: Arrival in Rishikesh and participation in the Ashram everyday life

Pass By: Rishikesh, Rishikesh, Dehradun District, Uttarakhand
We reach in the early morning the holy place Rishikesh, located at the holy Ganges, where the holy river leaves the Himalayas. We will live for 3 days in a yoga ashram and participate in regular everyday life with yoga hours, healthy meals, and Ashram programs.

Note: When the Guru himself is at the Ashram, the Ashram attracts lots of visitors. Sometimes the Ashram is booked out. In this case we will book rooms in a nearby hotel and participate in the activities with the Ashram pass.

Stop At: Akhanda Yoga, Five minutes up the alley from Laxman Jhoola and Ramanas Gardens. Tapovan, Rishikesh India
In this Ashram, we will spend the next three days with Yoga, meals, ceremonies, meditation and Kirtan singing
Duration: 3 days

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Ashram

Day 9: Rishikesh Yoga Ashram and Rafting on the Ganges

Pass By: Rishikesh, Rishikesh, Dehradun District, Uttarakhand
Today we will take part in a small rafting tour on the Ganges. In the evening, the fire ceremony at the Ganges can be attended together.

Stop At: Ganges River, Varanasi India
We will enjoy a rafting tour on the holy Ganga.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Parmarth Niketan Ashram, Geeta Bhavan Rd Number 3 Ram Jhula, Rishikesh 249201 India
Here we will participate on a holy ceremony.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Ashram

Day 10: Rishikesh and in the evening bus ride to Agra

Pass By: Rishikesh, Rishikesh, Dehradun District, Uttarakhand
The last day in Rishikesh can be used independently. Maybe with a trip to the former Beatle Ashram or for a full-body massage (extra charges)? Of course, there will be Yoga and Meditation classes as well as three healthy meals offered in the Ashram. In the evening we go for another night bus ride to Agra.

Stop At: The Beatles Ashram, Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh 249304 India
Today is free. You can visit the Beatles Ashram.
Entrance fee 500 rs.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Bus

Day 11: In the morning arrival in Agra, visit the Taj Mahal and train to Jodhpur

Pass By: Agra, Agra, Agra District, Uttar Pradesh
The day in Agra is of course meant to visit the Taj Mahal. You reach Agra in the early morning and you can freshen up yourself and have breakfast in your day rooms at the hotel. Then we go to the Taj Mahal. Until the train ride in the evening, we visit the Taj Mahal and take a two-hour bike tour through the rural surroundings of Agras. Then we take our first trip by Indian train. (Note: In India, trains are sometimes sold out quickly. If this is the case, we will take a sleeper bus).

Stop At: Agra By Bike ( Exploring Agra By Bicycles ), Shop 2, Taj East Gate Rd, near Taj Nature Walk, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001, India
we will enjoy a bike Tour in the rural area
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
Visit the most famous sight in India.
Entrance fee 1300 rs.
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Train

Day 12: Jodhpur: Exploring the Blue City

Pass By: Jodhpur, Jodhpur, Jodhpur District, Rajasthan
Upon arrival in Jodhpur, we check in our accommodation. Jodhpur is a rampant Rajasthan town with a lively market and a spectacular fort. We do a small city walk. In the evening, a traditional cooking class at Rishi and Rekha`s home awaits us.

Stop At: Ghanta Ghar, Nai Sarak, Ghantaghar Market, Jodhpur 342001 India
We will visit the colorful clocktower market.
Duration: 30 minutes

Meals included:
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Guest House

Day 13: Desert Safari

Pass By: Osian, Osian, Jodhpur District, Rajasthan
Desert Safari with overnight stay in the open at a farmer’s family place.

In the morning it is recommended to visit the mighty Mehrangarh Fort. Around noon we drive to the desert town Osian and visit the famous Satia Mata temple.

Then we start the safari through the Rajasthan desert. The Tharr desert is one of the largest desserts in the world, but might be slightly different from what you are expecting. besides sand dunes, there will be also a lot of thorny bushes and even farmer`s fields. We reach the farm of the Indian family for sunset. Here the traditional beds “Palang” are arranged for us outside and a traditional dinner is served. Traditionally Rajasthani people in the rural areas sleep in the open.

Stop At: Sachiya Mata Temple, Osian 342303 India
We visit the ancient Sachiya Mata Temple from the 8th century.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Thar Desert, Rajasthan
We enjoy a safari with Farmstaythrough the Thar Desert.
Duration: 14 hours

Stop At: Mehrangarh Fort, Fort Rd., Jodhpur 342006 India
Visit the amazing Fort.
Entry Fee 300 rs.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Dinner
Accommodation included: At a farm under open Sky, bathroom available

Day 14: Zipplining in Jodhpur

Pass By: Jodhpur, Jodhpur, Jodhpur District, Rajasthan
Another short ride back from the farmhouse, then we go back to Jodhpur.

Today we have a fun Zipline Tour over the blue city of Jodhpur ahead of us.

Stop At: Flying Fox Jodhpur Mehrangarh Fort, Jai Pol, Main gate, Sodagaran Mohalla, Jodhpur, Rajasthan 342001, India
Enjoy a zipline tour.
Duration: 45 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Guest House

Day 15: Bicycle Sightseeing Tour and Train to Delhi

Stop At: Jodhpur, Jodhpur, Jodhpur District, Rajasthan
If you feel like, you can participate in a guided bike tour through Jodhpur in the early morning. Otherwise, you can stroll through Jodhpur's markets and take a miniature painting course. Miniature painting is the traditional painting art of Rajasthan. In the evening it goes back by overnight train to Delhi.
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Train

Day 16: Flight to Cochin, Kerala

Pass By: Fort Kochi, Fort Kochi, Kochi (Cochin), Ernakulam District, Kerala
Today it goes from the train to the plane. You say goodbye to your tour guide and then you travel far down to South India, for the second part of your journey. At the airport in Cochin you will be picked up by your driver, who will be in charge of you for the rest of the time. Take some rest in your homestay.

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Homestay

Day 17: Fort Kochi Sightseeing

Pass By: Fort Kochi, Fort Kochi, Kochi (Cochin), Ernakulam District, Kerala
Today you will explore the Portuguese-influenced island of Fort Kochi on your own. Visit the Jewish synagogue and old churches, watch the fishing with the Chinese fishing nets and stroll through the small alleys of the city. Your host Anoop will explain how to spend a nice day today.

Stop At: Chinese Fishing Nets, Fort Kochi Beach Kochi-682001 Kerala India, Kochi (Cochin) 682001 India
Watch the Fishermen fishing.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, Parade & KB Jacob Road Fort Cochin, Kochi (Cochin) 682001 India
Visit the Portuguese and dutch cathedrals.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Dutch Cemetery Road, Fort Kochi, Kochi (Cochin) India
Visit the dutch ceremony and palace.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Princess Street, Main Street, Kochi (Cochin) 682001 India
Enjoy some shopping in the Princess Street
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Homestay

Day 18: Backwater House Boat Tour

Pass By: Kerala Backwaters, India
From your private driver you will be taken by car to the canal system of the backwaters. In a small village the houseboat is already waiting for you and you spend the day and night on the floating home. Enjoy the slow ride with the Eco houseboat. This houseboat is not driven by an engine, but by manpower and who likes, can put on his own hand. Meals are served on the boat and you can have a swim in the nearby sea.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Houseboat

Day 19: Drive to Munnar

Pass By: Munnar, Munnar, Idukki District, Kerala
A five-hour drive in the car takes you up to 1600 meters into the Westernghats to Munnar. Here, in the middle of the tea plantations, the temperatures are pleasantly cool. Visit the tea museum, the local market and if you feel like it, it's worth watching a demonstration in the traditional martial arts in the evening.

Stop At: Kannan Devan Tea Museum, Nullatani Estate, Munnar India
Learn how to make tea.
Entrance Fee 200 rs.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Green Field Spices and Herbal Garden, NH 47, 14th Mile, Machiplavu, Adimali, Munnar 685561 India
Visit a spice garden to learn about spices.
100 rs entrance fee.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Attukal Waterfalls, Munnar 685612 India
Stop at the waterfalls.
Duration: 10 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Guest House

Day 20: Day hike in Munnar through the tea and spice plantations

Pass By: Munnar, Munnar, Idukki District, Kerala
Today you take a guided hike through the tea and spice plantations of Munnar. Enjoy the great views and learns more about the tea production and spice sophistication from your guide. Breakfast and lunch are served on the way.

Stop At: Munnar Hikes & Tours, Munnar India
Enjoy a day hike through tea and spices.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Guest House

Day 21: Trip to Marari to the beach

Pass By: Marari Beach, Beach Road, Mararikulam 688006 India
Your driver will take you to the beach on Kerala's coast. Here you can just enjoy the beach life or engage with the local Fishermen families.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Guest House

Day 22: Beach Day in Marari

Pass By: Marari Beach, Beach Road, Mararikulam 688006 India
Enjoy a day at the beach or take a trip to nearby Allepey.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Guest House

Day 23: Flight from Cochin

Pass By: Kochi (Cochin), Kochi (Cochin), Ernakulam District, Kerala
You will be taken to the airport (2 hours transfer). Journey back home

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.

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