Religion and spiritual thought have ranked among India’s greatest exports since the dawn of recorded history: Hinduism, Buddhism and Sikhism all originated here, and the country boasts significant populations of Muslims and Christians, too. On this trip, you’ll explore the roots of some of the world’s major religions, visiting temples, shrines and tombs—including the legendary Taj Mahal—sacred to millions while absorbing the rich culture and vibrant daily life of this exciting country. Load up on film and memory cards; you’re going to need them.
What's Included
- Old Delhi tour, Golden Temple and evening procession, India/Pakistan Wagah border ceremony, Guided tour of Norbulingka, Kalka Shimla Toy train, Entry fees to Viceregal Lodge, Rishikesh (Orientation walk & evening prayer) & Haridwar (twin holy cities in the foothills of Himalaya along the banks of Holy River Ganges) and Taj Mahal
- No meals are included (Allow USD280-350 for meals not included.)
- Hotels/guesthouses (13 nts)
- Train, metro, local bus, charter bus, jeep, cycle-rickshaw, auto-rickshaw.
- Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides
- Small group experience; Max 15, Avg 10
Places Visited
- India
Day 1 Delhi
Arrive any time.
IMPORTANT: Please note that the Feb 19th, May 13th and June 10th, 2012 departures will run a reverse itinerary
Day 2 Delhi
Old Delhi tour.
Days 3-4 Amritsar
Visit Golden Temple and India/Pakistan Wagah border ceremony in the evening.
Days 5-6 Dharamsala/McLeod Ganj
Guided tour of Norbulingka.
Days 7-8 Shimla
Travel on the Kalka-Shimla Toy Train.
Days 9-11 Rishikesh/Haridwar
Visit Rishikesh (yoga and ashrams) and Hardiwar.
Day 12 Agra
Travel to the City of the Taj—Agra
Day 13 Delhi
Visit Taj Mahal. Optional visit to the Fort. Train to Delhi
Day 14 Delhi
Depart at any time.
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