Incredible India
Incredible India
Incredible India
13 Days Starting and ending in Delhi
Visiting: Delhi, Jaipur, Dausa, Taj Mahal, Agra, Varanasi, Khajuraho, Jhansi, Orchha
Tour operator:
Tour code:
II
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
13 - 35
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
18 - 59 years
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
Incredible India covers all the must-see sights of India in 13-days. India provides a unique combination of tradition and innovation, mixed with an abundance of landscapes and monuments. Take on the bustling capital, Delhi before discovering the famous Golden Triangle via Jaipur and Agra. Embark an overnight train to Varanasi and soak in the local culture whilst dazzled by the famous Hindu ceremony Aarti. Explore the popular sites as well as hidden beauties off the beaten path. Witness the lifestyle of locals while engulfing in the cultural diversity.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Delhi
Location: Delhi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mantra Amaltas Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included: No Meals
Welcome to India!
At the airport terminal keep your eyes open, as we pick you up from the airport and take you to our Delhi hotel.
Meet with your guide and group 6:30pm at the lobby for brief information meeting about an amazing 13 days in India.
Day 2 : Delhi City Tour
Location: Delhi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mantra Amaltas Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
We’ll begin to explore Delhi after breakfast, a colourful and chaotic city. Our first stop will be Old Delhi which includes visiting the magnificent Red Fort, built on the banks of River Yamuna by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan. The Raj Ghat, memorial to Mahatma Gandhi and the Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque.
Once finished we will visit the jam-packed lanes of Chandni Chowk in a Rickshaw. This is the busiest commercial area of the city and brings to life the atmosphere of an oriental bazaar. In the afternoon we will head to modern New Delhi where you’ll be able to see many historic monuments such as the 12th century Qutab Minar which famous for the Ashokan iron pillar, Humayuns’ Tomb which is a forerunner of the Mughal style of architecture, and in contrast, visit the modern Lakshmi Narayan Temple. Lastly, we’ll drive past India Gate, the city’s World War I memorial, the President’s residence, Parliament House and the Secretariat buildings, all designed by Lutyens.
Day 3 : Delhi, Jaipur
Location: Delhi, Jaipur
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Golden Tulip Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we will hit the road and depart Delhi to head to Jaipur which will take about 6 hours.
Jaipur is a city of history and tradition which dates back to its foundation in the 17th century by Sawai Jai Singh, from whom it derives its name. Jaipur is almost equidistant from Delhi and Agra and forms part of the famed Golden Triangle, which so many travellers to North India embark on. In the evening we will visit Birla temple for evening Aarti.
Day 4 : Jaipur
Location: Jaipur
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Golden Tulip Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Right after the breakfast we’ll explore Jaipur with a city tour. We’ll visit Hawa Mahal or Palace of the Winds. Afterwards we drive out of town to visit Amber Fort where you’ll be able to walk to the entrance of this traditional Rajasthani Fort and once inside the walls, you’ll see precious stones and mirrors embellishing the plaster-work walls. In the afternoon will stop by City Palace, a huge sprawling complex which is still home to the former royal family who live in one section. The rest has been converted into a museum which holds an impressive collection of royal weapons and the Hawa Mahal.
We also visit the Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and features the world’s largest stone sundial.
Day 5 : Dausa
Location: Dausa
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Umaid Lake Palace - 3 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
We drive to Dausa after breakfast and visiting Galta Temple (also known as Monkey Temple) and Abhaneri Stepwell. It’s a 100ft well-made in 9th Century and is an architectural marvel.
In the afternoon we’ll check-in to our hotel and you can enjoy kite flying or play a cricket match with hotel staff. Later visit their organic farm, dairy & poultry farm followed by cooking demonstration by hotel staff.
Day 6 : Dausa, Agra, Taj Mahal
Location: Dausa, Taj Mahal
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Howard Plaza Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast leave for Agra, en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri.
The abandoned, ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri lies some 40 km from Agra. The city was built by the Emperor Akbar in 1569, in honour of Saint Sheikh Salim Chisti, who prophesied that
Akbar would have three sons. For 14 years Fatehpur Sikri was Akbar’s capital until a lack of water forced the city to be abandoned. The city is remarkably well-preserved, and visitors can see the Jama Masjid, the tomb of Salim Chisti, and several palaces
In the afternoon visit the Agra Fort and later during sunset visit the Taj Mahal.
If there is one image that sums up India to the world, it is the Taj Mahal. This beautiful Monument in Agra is an absolute must for every visitor.
Taj Mahal, the white marble tomb built in 22 years (1631 – 1653) by the Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved Queen Mumtaz. Over 20,000 craftsmen from Persia, Turkey, France and Italy laboured for 22 years to build this masterpiece. The Taj is closed on Fridays.
Day 7 : Agra, Varanasi ( Overnight Train)
Location: Agra, Varanasi
Accommodation: Overnight Train
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, you have free time to explore Agra on your own. In the evening transfer to railway station to board overnight train to Varanasi.
Day 8 : Varanasi
Location: Varanasi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Amayaa – 4 Star
Arrive to Varanasi Railway station and transfer to hotel for check in. In the afternoon, we join tour of Varanasi visiting the Bharat Mata Temple, which features a big relief map of Mother India engraved in marbleand the 18th century Durga Temple, commonly known as the Monkey Temple due to the huge population of the monkeys. Proceed to the Tulsi Manas Temple, crafted from white marble which features the entire Ramayana inscribed on its walls. Visit the Bhu, considered as the biggest residential university in Asia. Witness AARTI ceremony at the Ghats in the evening.
Day 9 : Varanasi, Khajuraho ( Overnight Train )
Location: Varanasi, Khajuraho
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Golden Tulip Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Early morning we drive (before the sun rise) to Daswamedh Ghat and take a boat ride on the sacred river Ganges to see the cremation Ghats and witness the living traditions of one of the world’s oldest and most important religions. Return for a walk through the cobblestone streets along the banks of “Ganga”. As shops are opening, the place now becomes a beehive of activity as the faithful are coming and going. Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and return to the hotel for breakfast. Discover Sarnath, the premier centre for Buddhism with a rich collection of ancient Buddhist relics and antiques. Late in the evening transfer to railway station for the overnight train to Khajuraho.
(Depart from Varanasi at 05:45 pm / Arrive to Khajuraho at 11:35 pm)
Day 10 : Khajuraho
Location: Khajuraho
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Golden Tulip Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning, we arrive at Khajuraho railway station and transfer to hotel. Afternoon we visit the Khajuraho temples. The Khajuraho Group of Monuments is a group of Hindu temples and Jain temples and are one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India. The temples are famous for their nagara-style architectural symbolism and their erotic sculptures
Day 11 : Jhansi, Orchha
Location: Jhansi, Orchha
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Orchha Palace Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we transfer to railway station to board train to Jhansi from where you will be transferred to your hotel in Orchha. (Transfer by car in case train is not available)
Orcha is a medieval city founded by Bundela rulers with palaces and temples dating back to the 16th and 17th century. Tour of the city to explore the sites within the Fort Complex. Roam around the town and visit the temples on the bank of Betwa river. Overnight stay in Orchha.
Day 12 : Jhansi, Delhi
Location: Jhansi, Delhi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mantra Amaltas Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we transfer to Jhansi railway station to board train for Delhi. On arrival in Delhi transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 13 : Delhi
Location: Delhi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our trip will end today after we say goodbye to our new friends over breakfast, bid you safe travels, and check-out of the hotel at 11:00am. There is a departure airport transfer available, please book your transfer with your guide.
What's Included
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Accommodation
4 and 3 star hotels and overnight stay in train
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Meals
12 breakfasts, drinking water supply in vehicle
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Transportation
A/C coach or mini-bus, elephant failing Jeep ride at Amber Fort, rickshaw ride in Delhi
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Airport Transfers
Arrival and departure airport transfers.
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Tour Guiding
Services of experienced guide licenced by the Ministry of Tourism
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Airport Transfer(s)
Arrival and Departure transfers on first and last day of the trip
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Free Wi-Fi
Complimentary hotel Wi-Fi access ( where available )
What's Not Included
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Entrance Fees
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Travel Insurance
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Items of a personel nature
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Optional activities
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Other services not stated in the itinerary
Add Ons
Local Payment: £
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
No children under age of 18 are not allowed
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
There are always single travellers on our tours. If you don't mind being roomed with another single traveller of the same gender, then you do not need to pay a single supplement, however, this excludes all of our North American tours where the sharing option for a solo traveller is not available, and the single supplement must be applied if you are travelling alone. The single supplement is for travellers who would like to stay in a private room for the duration of the tour. PLEASE NOTE: The single private option is not always available, especially for sailing tours and camping.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Our tours are suitable for any traveller above 18 years old. The majority of Travel Talkers are from the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada or Europe, however we always have travellers from all over the world. What brings them together is a passion for travel, discovering authentic cultures and experiencing unique adventures with like-minded travellers.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Travel Talk, we believe that travel is a force for good and show our support through various initiatives and charity organizations, as well as keeping the principals of responsible and sustainable travel at the core of our ethos. These values are engrained in our business culture and the design of our trips just the same. Together with our guests, we strive to make a positive impact on local p
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Over 20 years
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