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Essence of India (Small Groups, End Mumbai, With South India Extension)

16 days
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From Delhi to Mumbai
5.0
1 traveler review
  • Red Fort in Delhi with clear blue skies.
  • Tomb of Safdarjung with clear skies.
  • Humayun's Tomb with surrounding greenery.
  • Ornate Laxmi Narayan Temple under clear skies.
  • India Gate surrounded by birds during sunset
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  • Women in traditional dress walking down a stepwell
  • Taj Mahal with its gardens and reflecting pool
  • Lotus Temple surrounded by lush gardens.
  • A person standing in a red robe framing the Taj Mahal from an archway in Agra, India.
  • A man in a red shirt on a boat looking at the Taj Mahal across a river at sunrise.
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 40
All Ages Welcome

Places You’ll See

  • Agra
    Agra
  • Taj Mahal
    Taj Mahal
  • Ranthambore National Park
    Ranthambore National Park
  • Jaipur
    Jaipur
  • Alleppey
    Alleppey
  • Kumarakom
    Kumarakom
  • Mumbai
    Mumbai
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Highlights

  • Dine under Delhi's sunset on your first night
  • Watch the sunrise at the Taj Mahal
  • Explore Ranthambore with a Local Expert
  • Experience a traditional prayer ceremony in Jaipur
  • Cruise on a houseboat in tranquil Alleppey

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Delhi, a Rich Melting Pot
  2. Day 2 Delhi Sightseeing
  3. Day 3 An Agra Adventure
  4. Day 4 The Taj Mahal and Ranthambore
  5. Day 5 In Search of Tigers in Ranthambore
  6. Day 6 Jaipur, the Pink City
  7. Day 7 Jaipur Sightseeing Relaxed Start
  8. Day 8 In Jaipur
  9. Day 9 Fly to Kochi via Mumbai
  10. Day 10 Kochi Sightseeing, Cooking School and Kathakali
  11. Day 11 Kumarakom and the Alleppey Backwaters Relaxed Start
  12. Day 12 Kumarakom and Vaikom Village Relaxed Start
  13. Day 13 Relaxing Kumarakom Relaxed Start
  14. Day 14 Magical Mumbai
  15. Day 15 Mumbai Sightseeing
  16. Day 16 Depart Mumbai
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  • Transport
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

  • The Leela Palace, Delhi.

    Hotel
    Days 1, 2

  • Taj Hotel and Convention Centre, Agra.

    Hotel
    day 3

  • Nahargarh Ranthambore.

    Hotel
    Days 4, 5

  • Taj Devi Ratn, Jaipur.

    Hotel
    Days 6, 7

  • Crowne Plaza

    Hotel
    Days 9, 10

  • Coconut Lagoon - CGH Earth Resort

    Hotel
    Days 11, 12, 13

  • The Oberoi, Mumbai.

    Hotel
    Days 14, 15

Operated by

Luxury Gold

4.3
(32 reviews)
This operator has high review ratings and responds promptly to enquiries

Number of tours

127

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

6 hours

Response rate

75%

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Food
    Excellent
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  • Tour Operator
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    4.3
  • Essence of India (Small Groups, End Mumbai, With South India Extension) reviewer 1
    · March 7th, 2019
    India is a destination I would have not gone to on my own. I felt extremely comfortable with my group of like minded travellers exploring the wonders of India. The Travelling Concierge was full of knowledge and his guidance invaluable. The transport, hotels and experiences make for some unforgettable memories.I have fallen in love with India and can't wait to go back and see more.
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    Luxury Gold commented on this review
    We are delighted to learn that your experience on the Essence of India guided holiday exceeded all your expectations. We are very proud to hear about the professionalism shown by our staff throughout your time with us. Furthermore, we are very happy to... Show more
    Trip date: December 2018

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  • Vaccines
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    • Typhoid - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for India. Ideally 3 months before travel.
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    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for India. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for India. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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