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Essential India
15 days, Delhi to Delhi
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From the intricate saris of Rajasthan to the beautiful symmetry of the Taj Mahal, this compact journey is a photographer's delight and the perfect introduction to India. You'll float past the ghats on the Ganges River to encounter the spiritual heart of Hinduism in Varanasi and get off the beaten path exploring carved stepwells and quaint temples in rural villages. With the perfect combination of included activities and free time to explore the nation's rich heritage, you're sure to be caught up in India's incredible tapestry of life.
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Trip Code: AHEH
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Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 15, avg 12
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Itinerary Notes
Want to experience the sights and sounds of Holi? Make sure you’re in India on March 14, 2025 or March 4, 2026 for the nation’s most colourful festival.
Itinerary
Day 1Delhi
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included through the G Adventures-supported Women on Wheels project.
Day 2Delhi
Take a morning walk through the city with a young adult from the G Adventures-supported New Delhi Streetkids Project. Later, visit Old Delhi, explore the spice markets, and visit Jama Masjid and Connaught Place.
Day 3Delhi/Jaipur
Arrive in Jaipur and explore this gorgeous 'pink city'.
Day 4Jaipur
Stop and take a photo of the 'Palace of the Winds' and wander the organized streets of the 'Pink City'. Later, enjoy a visit to the Amber Fort, famous for its mixture of Hindu and Muslim architecture.
Day 5Jaipur/Tordi Sāgar
Visit this Rajasthani rural village in the beautiful countryside with a close tie to the land.
Meals included:
Lunch | DinnerDay 6Tordi Garh/Āgra
Stop by the impressive Abhaneri stepwells on the way to Agra, home of the Taj Mahal.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 7Āgra
Visit the famous Taj Mahal, Baby Taj, and Agra Fort.
Day 8Āgra/Alīpura
Travel to Alipura and stay in a heritage property in the village.
Day 9Alīpura
Enjoy a day trip to Khajuraho to visit the Khajuraho Group of Monuments, India's largest group of medieval temples, known for their kama sutra statues.
Day 10Alīpura/Orchha
Visit Orchha, a quiet rural town along the banks of the Betwa River and enjoy a puja ceremony. Visit a unique paper-making plant en route, set up to assist tribal women from the area.
Day 11Orchha/Varanasi
Visit the Orchha Palace complex and enjoy free time before the overnight train to Varanasi. Opt for a local cooking class with a family.
Day 12Varanasi
Take an orientation walk through the oldest continually inhabited city in the world. Marvel at the ghats from the River Ganges as you enjoy boat trips at sunrise and sunset.
Day 13Varanasi
Watch the sunrise from a boat along the Ganges. Enjoy free time in this holy city.
Day 14Varanasi/Delhi
Cut out the travel time with an afternoon flight back to Delhi.
Day 15Delhi
Depart at any time.
What's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: City Walk, Delhi
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Arrival transfer included through the G Adventures-supported Women on Wheels project
- Walking tour with a guide from the G Adventures-supported New Delhi Streetkids Project
- Old Delhi walk with stops at the Jama Masjid, Gurduwara, Chandni Chowk, spice markets, and Connaught Place
- Amber Fort tour (Jaipur)
- Rajasthani rural village stay
- Camel cart ride (Tordi)
- Abhaneri stepwells visit
- Taj Mahal and I’timad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj) entrance
- Agra Fort entrance and guided tour
- Orchha Palace complex visit
- Western Temple complex entrance and guided visit (Khajuraho)
- River Ganges boat trip at sunrise and sunset, including candle flower ceremony (Varanasi)
- Internal flight
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (13 nts), sleeper train (1 nt).
Meals
1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Allow USD340-445 for meals not included.
Transportation
Train, local bus, private vehicle, auto-ricksaw, camel cart, small riverboat, plane.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
Departures
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