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Walking tour of Old Delhi Visit Qutab Minar Sunrise at the Taj Mahal Visit Chand Baori Stepwell See a Bollywood movie in Jaipur Sunset cruise on Lake Pichola Cooking class in Chettinad Evening worship ceremony at Meenakshi temple Spice plantation tour in Thekkady Traditional Kalaripayattul performance House boat stay in Allepey

Accommodation

14 nights in hotels, 1 night on a houseboat, 4 nights in Indian guesthouses

Guide

An expert guide is included.

Transport

Modern air-conditioned coach vehicle, internal flights

Meals

19 breakfasts 5 lunches 6 dinners

Not included:

Others

Chaat crawl in Agra from: 10 USD Cooking class (including dinner) in Jaipur from: 30 USD Yoga class in Udaipur from: 30 USD Cycling tour in Udaipur from: 35 USD Visit Auroville from: 10 USD Bamboo rafting and hiking experience in Periyar National Park from: 30 USD Safari cruise in Periyar National Park from: 30 USD Sunset cruise in Kochi from 15 USD Kathakali dance show in Kochi from: 8 USD

Insurance

Travel Insurance is not included

Flights

International flights not included.

Optional

Other activities and services not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Delhi, India
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Delhi, India

Welcome to Delhi! Be greeted by your airport transfer and get ready to weave your way through the chaos of cars, rickshaws, scooters and people. Eeek! Get to know your trip mates over a welcome dinner and prepare yourself for a trip to remember.

Included today:
- Arrival airport transfer

Meals:
- Dinner
Day 2 Day 2: Delhi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Delhi

Tick off the likes of Jama Masjid mosque and bustling Chandni Chowk market with a walking tour of Old Delhi before we check out the mesmerising Qutub Minar – the tallest brick minaret in the world. Just, wow! Tonight, give your taste buds a work out with some delicious street food.

Included today:
- Old Delhi walking tour
- Visit Qutub Minar

Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 3 Day 3: Delhi To Agra
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Delhi To Agra

Leave the hectic streets of Delhi behind as we make tracks for magical Agra. We’ll have a chance to channel our inner royalty as we explore Agra Fort then it’s time to satisfy your inner foodie with an optional chaat crawl. Think of all the spicy deliciousness!

Included today:
- Visit Agra Fort

Optional activities:
- Chaat crawl in Agra from: 10 USD

Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 4 Day 4: Agra To Jaipur
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Agra To Jaipur

Get ready for the best sunrise of your life...at the mesmerising Taj Mahal. Yes, you’re actually here. Once you’ve filled your instagram story with #wunderlust pics we’ll move on to Jaipur but not before a visit to Chand Baori Stepwell: a massive 13 story structure with 3,500 steps arranged in perfect symmetry.

Included today:
- See the sunrise at the Taj Mahal
- Visit Chand Baori Stepwell

Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Day 5 Day 5: Jaipur
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Jaipur

Another day, another amazing fortress to explore. We’ll take a jeep up to Amber Fort before wondering the extensive complex of colourful rooms and lush courtyards. Then it’s movie time – Bollywood-style! Tonight, why not learn some new skills at an optional cooking class? All that spice!

Included today:
- Visit Amber Fort
- Tickets for a Bollywood Cinema

Optional activities:
- Cooking class (including dinner) in Jaipur from: 30 USD

Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 6 Day 6: Jaipur To Jodphur
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Jaipur To Jodphur

Today we’re off to the Blue City of Jodphur and the magnificent Mehrangarh fort. Towering over the old city, Mehrangarh was chiseled from the rocky cliff face where it stands, cool right? Later we’ll have a chance to explore the tangle of blue cube house in Old Town, winding medieval streets and buzzing bazaars before tucking into dinner together.

Included today:
- Visit Mehrangarh Fort

Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 7 Day 7: Jodphur To Udaipur
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Jodphur To Udaipur

Hope you have your cameras charged because today we’re stopping in at Ranakpur – home to one of the most significant Jain temples in India. Once you’re done oo-ing and ah-ing at the intricate geometric patterns of the temple pillars we’ll make tracks to romantic Udaipur.

Included today:
- Visit Ranakpur Temples

Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Day 8 Day 8: Udaipur
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Udaipur

Rise and shine! We’ll start the day with a walking tour of Udaipur’s quaint crooked streets and colourful bazaars. Then: why not relax and unwind with an optional yoga class? Tonight, we’re setting sail on the beautiful Lake Pichola for a sunset cruise. Bliss.

Included today:
- Udaipur walking tour
- Sunset cruise on Lake Pichola

Optional activities:
- Yoga class in Udaipur from: 30 USD

Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 9 Day 9: Udaipur To Delhi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Udaipur To Delhi

Soak up more tranquil, old world vibes on an optional cycling tour before we fly back to the chaos of Delhi. Tonight, we’ll say goodbye to some of our trip mates over a group dinner. Quick, swap those socials! **Please note: all domestic flights on our India trips have a capped luggage allowance of 15kgs – so make sure you pack light! If you really can’t go without it, you’ll be able to purchase an extra 5kgs at the airport for approximately £25 or $45 AUD.

Optional activities:
- Cycling tour in Udaipur from: 35 USD

Meals:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Day 10 Day 10: Delhi To Chennai
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Delhi To Chennai

Today we’ll fly south to Chennai where we’ll say namaste to our new trip mates over a welcome dinner. Get ready for an epic second half of the trip – we know you’re going to love it!

Meals:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Day 11 Day 11: Chennai To Pondicherry
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Chennai To Pondicherry

UNESCO world heritage site alert! Today we’re stopping in at Mahabalipuram to breathe in the salty beachside air and check out the town’s mesmerising temples. Then: it’s off to French-colonial Pondicherry for change in pace and culture.

Included today:
- Visit Mahabalipuram

Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 12 Day 12: Pondicherry
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Pondicherry

We’ll get a feel for the ‘French Capital of India’ on a walking tour then it’s time to get in touch with your spiritual side with a visit to Aurobindo Ashram. Later you can choose to visit the experimental township of Auroville (The City of Dawn) or why not kick back and relax at the beach? Tonight, get stuck into some authentic French food.

Included today:
- Visit Aurobindo Ashram
- Pondicherry walking tour

Optional activities:
- Visit Auroville from: 10 USD

Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 13 Day 13: Pondicherry To Chettinad
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Pondicherry To Chettinad

Down that cup of kaapi, we’re off to Chettinad! Kick things off with a village tour: passing the towns grand mansions and buzzing local markets. Hungry? We thought so! Tonight, learn how to make (and eat) the perfect curry on an included cooking class. Yum!

Included today:
- Chettinad village tour
- Chettinad cooking class

Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 14 Day 14: Chettinad To Madurai Via Thanjavur And Tiruchirappalli
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Chettinad To Madurai Via Thanjavur And Tiruchirappalli

Ready for a temple run? First up it’s Brihadeeswarah Temple – a spectacular Hindu structure with one of the tallest temple towers on earth. Next we’re off to Tiruchirappalli to marvel at the spectacular Srirangam Temple and snap some #epic pics from the temple rooftop. Tonight, it’s off to Meenakshi temple for an evening worship ceremony. Trust us, this is an experience you’ll never forget.

Included today:
- Visit Brihadeeswarah Temple
- Srirangam Temple rooftop photo stop
- Evening ceremony at the Meenakshi temple

Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 15 Day 15: Madurai To Thekkady
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Madurai To Thekkady

Give your senses a work out today on a spice plantation tour in Thekkady. Later, we channel our inner karate kid at a traditional Kalaripayattu performance. Literally meaning ‘training for the battlefield’ this high energy performance is bound to get your heart pumping!

Included today:
- Thekkady spice plantation tour
- Kalaripayattu performance

Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 16 Day 16: Thekkady
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 16: Thekkady

Today you’ve got the option to explore India’s best wildlife reserves: Periyar National Park *heart face emoji*. Get a dose of mother nature with a hike through the park and bamboo raft ride or head out on a safari cruise. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled (and your cameras ready) for the resident elephants.

Optional activities:
- Bamboo rafting and hiking experience in Periyar National Park from: 30 USD
- Safari cruise in Periyar National Park from: 30 USD

Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 17 Day 17: Thekkady To Allepey
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 17: Thekkady To Allepey

All aboard! Tonight we’ll be spending the night on a traditional house boat drifting down the Kerala backwaters. Name a more authentic experience, we’ll wait.

Included today:
- House boat stay in Kerala

Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 18 Day 18: Allepey To Kochi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 18: Allepey To Kochi

Time to make tracks to our final destination for the trip: the eclectic city of Kochi. A coastal city that’s been drawing in traders, explorers and travellers for over 600 years this place is a mixing pot of culture and history. Tonight, why not jump on board an optional sunset cruise and watch the sky turn 50 shades of orange over the Arabian Sea.

Optional activities:
- Sunset cruise in Kochi from 15 USD

Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 19 Day 19: Kochi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 19: Kochi

Kick off the day with a walking tour exploring the magnificent synagogue, Dutch-era houses and giant Chinese fishing nets. The afternoon is yours to soak up the relaxed seaside vibes, laze in artsy cafes or grab a delicious kati roll. Want more? A traditional Kathakali dance show is on the cards for tonight.

Included today:
- Walking tour of Kochi

Optional activities:
- Kathakali dance show in Kochi from: 8 USD

Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 20 Day 20: Kochi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 20: Kochi

Swap those numbers and get one last group photo together, we’re out of here after breakfast. Who’s up for the next adventure?

Included today:
- Departure transfer from Kochi

Meals:
- Breakfast
- Please note: Indian airports
- All domestic flights on our India trips have a capped luggage allowance of 15kgs - so make sure you pack light! If you really can’t go without it, you’ll be able to purchase an extra 5kgs at the airport for approximately £25 or $45 AUD.
- Please be aware that power banks cannot be stored in your check-in luggage - you must carry these in your hand luggage instead (otherwise, your checked luggage will not be allowed on the plane).
- Please carry a printed copy of your flight details and your e-visa (if applicable) for security checks.
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Itinerary of your trip Experience India

Day 1: Delhi, India

Day 2: Delhi

Day 3: Delhi To Agra

Day 4: Agra To Jaipur

Day 5: Jaipur

Day 6: Jaipur To Jodphur

Day 7: Jodphur To Udaipur

Day 8: Udaipur

Day 9: Udaipur To Delhi

Day 10: Delhi To Chennai

Day 11: Chennai To Pondicherry

Day 12: Pondicherry

Day 13: Pondicherry To Chettinad

Day 14: Chettinad To Madurai Via Thanjavur And Tiruchirappalli

Day 15: Madurai To Thekkady

Day 16: Thekkady

Day 17: Thekkady To Allepey

Day 18: Allepey To Kochi

Day 19: Kochi

Day 20: Kochi

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