Itinerary
- Day 1
Delhi
You'll arrive in Delhi whenever your flight lands and head to your hotel in the Karol Bagh area. The rest of the day is yours to relax after traveling, or if you're feeling up to it, wander through the lively Karol Bagh market right nearby. The choice is completely yours on how to spend the time.
- Start point
- Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), Airport Rd, New Delhi, Delhi 110037, India (Main Entrance)
Optional Activities
- Wander through Karol Bagh market
- Day 2
Delhi
After breakfast, a guide takes you through historic Old Delhi to see the Red Fort and Jama Masjid, both built by Emperor Shah Jahan centuries ago. From there you'll head into New Delhi where you'll stop at Rashtrapati Bhawan, India Gate, Humayun's Tomb, and Qutub Minar. It's a full day of sightseeing covering several centuries of history.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Rickshaw ride on Silver Street Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi
- Sightseeing tour of Old Delhi - Red Fort
- Sightseeing tour of Old Delhi - Jama Masjid
- Sightseeing tour of New Delhi - Rashtrapati Bhawan
- Sightseeing tour of New Delhi - India Gate
- Sightseeing tour of New Delhi - Humayun's Tomb
- Sightseeing tour of New Delhi - Qutub Minar
Landmarks Red Fort Jama Masjid Rashtrapati Bhawan India Gate Humayun's Tomb Qutub Minar - Day 3
Delhi to Amritsar
You'll catch a train to Amritsar early in the morning. Once you arrive, head straight to the Golden Temple, the holiest site in Sikhism with its distinctive dome plated in over 700kg of pure gold. Spend time around the serene waters surrounding the main shrine and take in the spiritual feeling of the place.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Train journey to Amritsar
Optional Activities
- Visit Golden Temple to watch moonlight on surrounding waters
Landmarks Golden Temple 
- Day 4
Amritsar
This morning you'll visit Jalianwala Bagh, the historical site where a tragic massacre happened in 1919. Then go to the Golden Temple where you'll remove your shoes, cover your head, and wash your feet before entering. You can sit in the calm atmosphere and watch the continuous recital from the Guru Granth Sahib. After lunch, head to Wagah Border to see the Flag Down ceremony between India and Pakistan.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Jalianwala Bagh
- Visit Golden Temple
- Excursion to Flag Down ceremony at Wagah Border
Landmarks Jalianwala Bagh Golden Temple Wagah Border - Day 5
Amritsar to Dharamshala
The drive from Amritsar to Dharamshala takes about 6 to 7 hours through changing landscapes. After checking into your hotel, there's an optional orientation walk around McLeod Ganj, where the Tibetan government in exile is located and the Dalai Lama lives. You can also choose to tour the Norbulingka Institute if you want to see gardens dedicated to preserving Tibetan culture.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Orientation walk around McLeod Ganj
- Tour of Norbulingka Institute
Landmarks McLeod Ganj Norbulingka Institute - Day 6
Dharamshala
You have free time today to explore Dharamshala however you like. The Kangra Art Museum in the Kotwali bazaar is good if you're interested in learning about local art and history. Alternatively, catch a performance of Tibetan folk opera called 'Lhamo' at the Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts if there's a show scheduled.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Kangra Art Museum
- Watch Tibetan folk opera 'Lhamo' at Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts
Landmarks Kangra Art Museum Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts - Day 7
Dharamshala to Shimla
Today involves a long drive through the Himalayan hills as you travel to Shimla, which was the summer capital during the British Raj period. The scenery changes throughout the journey as you gain elevation. Once you arrive and settle into your hotel, the evening is free for you to rest or do whatever you like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 8
Shimla
You'll take an orientation walk along The Ridge and The Mall, two popular spots in this former British summer capital. There's an option to visit the Viceregal Lodge if that interests you, and you can walk around town to see the various heritage buildings with their neo-Gothic and Tudor-style architecture from the colonial era.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Orientation walk on The Ridge and The Mall
Optional Activities
- Visit Viceregal Lodge
- Admire neo-Gothic and Tudorbethan heritage buildings
Landmarks The Ridge The Mall Viceregal Lodge - Day 9
Shimla to Delhi
This morning you board the toy train from Shimla to Kalka, a World Heritage-listed route that takes about 3 hours and goes through tunnels and mountain passes with great views. At Kalka station you transfer to the Shatabdi Express heading back to Delhi with dinner included on the train. You'll arrive in Delhi and transfer to your hotel for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner on board Shatabdi Express)
Included Activities
- Toy train from Shimla to Kalka
- Shatabdi Express train journey to Delhi
- Day 10
Delhi to Agra
Board the Gatiman Express, India's fastest train, in the morning for the trip to Agra. Once there, a guide takes you through the Taj Mahal, built by Emperor Shah Jahan for his wife Mumtaz with intricate marble inlay work. You'll also see Agra Fort, which Emperor Akbar built and Shah Jahan later expanded. If time allows, you can visit the Baby Taj as well.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Gatiman Express train journey to Agra
- Guided tour of Taj Mahal
- Guided tour of Agra Fort
Optional Activities
- Visit Baby Taj (Itimad-ud-Daulah)
Landmarks Taj Mahal Agra Fort - Day 11
Agra to Jaipur
After breakfast you have leisure time to explore Agra at your own pace. The Baby Taj (Itimad-ud-Daulah) is a 17th-century tomb with beautiful marble work if you didn't see it yesterday. Later in the evening, board the train heading to Jaipur for an overnight journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Train journey to Jaipur
Optional Activities
- Visit Itimad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj)
Landmarks Itimad-ud-Daulah - Day 12
Jaipur
Today focuses on Jaipur's cultural sites. Start with the Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds), a distinctive red and pink sandstone structure with 935 windows across its 5 stories. Visit the Amber Fort overlooking Maotha Lake with white marble and red sandstone, including the Sheesh Mahal inside. Also tour the Jantar Mantar observatory and the City Palace, which blends Mughal and Rajasthani design styles.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour of Hawa Mahal
- Visit Amber Fort
- Visit Jantar Mantar
- Visit City Palace
Landmarks Hawa Mahal Amber Fort Jantar Mantar City Palace - Day 13
Jaipur
The full day is yours to rest or explore Jaipur however you choose. You can see more of the royal city at your own pace. There's an option to catch a Bollywood film at Raj Mandir cinema if you want something fun and different, as they show classic films with dancing and singing. Tonight you board an overnight train to Udaipur with basic sleeping arrangements.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Train journey to Udaipur
Optional Activities
- Watch Bollywood movie at Raj Mandir
Landmarks Raj Mandir 
- Day 14
Udaipur
You'll arrive in Udaipur and transfer to your hotel. Then explore the Jagdish Temple and the City Palace, one of the largest royal palaces in all of India with centuries of history. In the evening, there's a Rajasthani cultural dance show at Gangaur Ghat where you can see traditional performances.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Jagdish Temple
- Visit City Palace
- Rajasthani cultural show at Gangaur Ghat
Landmarks Jagdish Temple City Palace Gangaur Ghat - Day 15
Udaipur
This is a free day to rest and explore Udaipur on your terms. You can visit the Monsoon Palace high above the city, take a cooking class to learn about Rajasthani food, or walk through the beautiful Saheliyon-ki-Bari Garden. Later tonight, board a train heading to Bundi for the next portion of your trip.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Train journey to Bundi
Optional Activities
- Visit Monsoon Palace
- Rajasthani cooking class
- Visit Saheliyon-ki-Bari Garden
Landmarks Monsoon Palace Saheliyon-ki-Bari Garden - Day 16
Bundi
Bundi is one of India's lesser-known cities with significant historical importance, surrounded by Aravalli hills and enclosed by massive walls. The medieval Taragarh Fort sits 500 meters up on a hill and Rudyard Kipling said only angels could create something like it. Explore the intricate stepwells including Naval Sagar and Sisodiaji ki Baori, which show craftsmanship spanning three centuries. Later head to the railway station to board an overnight train to Mumbai.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Taragarh Fort
- Visit Stepwells of Bundi
- Train journey to Mumbai
Landmarks Taragarh Fort Naval Sagar Stepwell Sisodiaji ki Baori Stepwell - Day 17
Mumbai
You'll arrive in Mumbai and transfer to your hotel. Breakfast is arranged until your room is ready around midday. After freshening up, explore the city starting with the honey-colored Gateway of India arch and the historic Towers of Silence, built by Parsis as a mortuary. The Prince of Wales Museum has Indian miniatures and the Mahatma Gandhi Museum has books, photographs, and letters related to India's independence.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast arranged until room is ready for check-in (approximately 12:00 hours); room subject to availability at time of check-in)
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour of Gateway of India
- Visit Towers of Silence
- Visit Prince of Wales Museum
- Visit Mahatma Gandhi Museum
Landmarks Gateway of India Towers of Silence Prince of Wales Museum Mahatma Gandhi Museum - Day 18
Mumbai to Goa
Travel by train on the Konkan Railway to Thivim station in Goa, and you'll see beautiful scenery passing through the Western Ghats. In Goa you'll find Portuguese colonial heritage with churches, monasteries, and old houses throughout. Learn how Goa was historically important for East-West trade in pearls, coral, silks, spices, and jewels. You'll notice Portuguese influence in the religion, siesta culture, and local food like pork vindaloo.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Train journey from Mumbai to Goa (Thivim station)
- Day 19
Goa
Take it easy this morning and meet up in the afternoon for a walking tour of Panjim. This charming city has wide streets with European-style buildings featuring shutters, balconies, and red tile roofs next to traditional temples. If you're interested, a short taxi ride takes you to Goa's well-known beaches where you can relax or swim.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Panjim
Optional Activities
- Visit Goa beaches
Landmarks Panjim - Day 20
Goa
Visit a local spice plantation to see the aromatic plants that made Goa historically famous for trade. A guide shows you pepper, nutmeg, vanilla, and cinnamon growing in the fertile landscape and explains how valuable these were. This area is what Christopher Columbus was actually looking for when he sailed across the ocean.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit local spice plantation with guided tour
- Day 21
Goa
Transfer to Goa Airport for your onward flight. Your tour concludes here as you head home with memories from across northern and central India.
- End point
- Dabolim Goa International Airport (GOI), Airport Road, Vasco Da Gama, Goa 403801, India (Main Entrance)
