For foreigners, India offers extraordinary landscapes whose images will remain etched forever. This gigantic, spectacular country will not leave you indifferent; all your senses will be at full capacity with an ancient, wide and spectacular land, full of people! It is sure that the memories from the country of hospitality, kindness, hope and pride, will remain in your mind and heart forever. India is a land where more than 1000 million people are divided and united by language, caste, religion and regional loyalties; the temples, tombs, forts, animals, colours, smiles, traditions and the great Taj Mahal will assure that you will live a great experience!
This journey offers you the best of both North and South India. Visit iconic attractions like the Taj Mahal, the beaches of Goa and the spiritual pilgrim town called Varanasi and enjoy everything that India has to offer! All the plans and the itineraries are flexible and can be easily modified according to your preferences.
Important: Since it is a customized trip, the prices only give an approximate idea because they are based on seasons and promotions that are not available the whole year. Please contact us if you are willing to know the price on specific dates. If you want to travel on your own, we can also provide this tour individually, with an additional cost.
There are a limited number of licensed elephants in Amber Fort, and according to the current rules, an elephant cannot do more than 4 trails every morning and can only carry 2 passengers every time. Consequently, those willing to take the elephant ride must wake up early to arrive on time for queuing, since it is not possible to book an elephant ride. In case you cannot get an elephant on time, there are jeeps at your disposal.
Activities: NAMASTE! Arrive at the international airport of New Delhi. At the exit, you will be entitled to a traditional Indian welcome. First, as foreigner, you will be hard to find your driver. Therefore, he will hold a sign with your name in the arrival hall. You will then be transferred to the hotel to do the Check-In. We are committed to providing any assistance during your stay and throughout your journey.
You will then have free time to rest. We suggest you go to see the Indian Gate in the evening. This famous memorial was built to commemorate the 90,000 Indian soldiers who died during the First World War and the Afghan War of 1919 and is located at the end of Rajpath. You cannot miss this huge arc of red sandstone measuring triumph over 48m high. The play of lights makes a visit to this sight totally worth. Later return to the hotel to rest.
Overnight: Hotel in Delhi
Transport: International flight / Private AC car
Where to eat: Breakfast in the hotel
Activities: After breakfast, you will go visit the Birla temple, which has been turned into memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. He used to stay here during his visits. Gandhi was killed here, on the way to his usual evening prayers.
Thereafter, you will visit the Lotus Temple also known as the “Temple Bahai” located in Kalkaji, south of Delhi. This architectural wonder is the newest and most extravagant. At the heart of the 27 petals of white marble, there is a large room especially composed texts of the Baha’i faith.
Then, you will see the beautiful Humayun Tomb, the fine monument believed to be forerunner of Taj Mahal. Followed by visiting the Gurudwara Bangla Sahib. This Sikh house of worship is widely known for its association with the eight Sikh Guru’s and the holy pool inside the complex.
In the afternoon, you will head to India the highest minaret: Qutub Minar, 72.5 meters high and its base mosque. This magnificent structure, whose construction began in 1199 by the Muslim king Din Aiibak Outab (hence its name), and was completed by his heir IItutmish. Another mosque you’ll visit is one of the biggest in India and goes by name of Jama Masjid.
Finally, you will pass President House of Indian Parliament and the Secretariat building and the Red Fort for some photos. After a busy day, return to the hotel. Evening free to relax and rest
Overnight: Hotel in Delhi
Transport: Private AC car
Where to eat: Breakfast in the hotel
Activities: After breakfast, you will to the airport to take a flight to Varanasi. On arrival you will be welcomed by a person of the company that will take you to your hotel. After the Check In, you begin to explore Varanasi.
During the rest of the day, you will discover Varanasi and make an excursion to Sanarth. This village, just outside of Varanasi, was, roughly 2500 years ago, the birthplace of Buddhism. Here Buddha gave his first speech to his five disciples and nowadays you can still feel the spiritual atmosphere.
The evening before nightfall, you’ll return to Varanasi to attend the Aarti ceremony on the Ganges. After that you will take a boat ride on the Ganges to the Ganja Ghats (river port of entries) to discover the Indouiste ritual.
Overnight: Hotel in Varanasi
Transport: Domestic Flight & Private AC car
Where to eat: Breakfast in The hotel
Activities: Early morning you will enjoy a boat trip to admire a beautiful sunrise on the holy river, showing afterwards an incredible scene crowds of faithful who come to pay homage to the sun god (Lord Shiva). This view of a boat in the river at dawn is a spiritually uplifting sight. The deep and mystical Hinduism is constantly present. You will sail off to see the sacred place where the local people is used to burn the bodies of their dead relatives before pouring the ashes into the river. This special Ghats where cremation takes place later gave the name of this river.
In the morning you will see hundreds of people take a dip in the holy water, wash their clothes, pray and meditate. After this morning full of spirituality, you will have the afternoon free to explore the rest of the city.
Besides being one of the holiest cities in India, Varanasi attracts its tourists as one of the most important places of pilgrimage. It was the religious capital of Hinduism since time immemorial. Located on the banks of the sacred Ganges, Varanasi has been a center of learning and civilization for over 2000 years.
By late afternoon, you will take a train to Agra. Overnight on the train as the journey is long and pleasant. You arrive at your destination early in the morning.
Ovenight: Train to Agra
Transport:Private AC car/AC3 Train
Where to eat:Breakfast in the hotel
Activities: You will arrive early morning in Agra Railway Station. A person from agency will drop you at your hotel for the Check In and then you start a sightseeing day.
Early morning you will visit the Taj Mahal, the most fascinating and magical masterpiece of India. The visit is much nicer in the morning because tourists are rare and you can quietly admire the first rays of sun on this glorious monument. You can also see the change in color depending on the angle and position of the sun, which makes amazing photos. This experience is breathtaking.
Later visit the Red Fort, surrounded by a 26m wall, of Agra. After moving the capital to Agra, Sikandar Lodi was the first Sultan of Delhi to live in this fort in 1080.The Agra fort was built by the Mughal emperor Akbar in 1565. Evening free.
Overnight:Hotel in Agra
Transport:Private AC car
Where to eat: Breakfast in the hotel
Activities: After breakfast and the chek-out, it will be time to take the road to Jaipur. En route visit Fatehpur Sikri – the deserted red sandstone city built by Emperor Akbar in the sixteenth century. This capital of the great empire mysteriously abandoned 13 years later, but the building retains its charm.
When you arrive at Jaipur, you will do the Check-In at the hotel and the rest of the day is free to explore the fabulous local markets and relax at the hotel.
* Optional (Entrance, Meals & Transport not included)
In the evening, we suggest a special meal at Choki Dhani, an ethnic restaurant where you can savor the flavor of Rajasthan kitchen enjoying folk dances. After this full color day you return to the hotel to spend the night and rest.
Overnight: Hotel/Home in Jaipur
Transport: Private AC car
Where to eat:Breakfast in the hotel
Activities: This day will be entirely devoted to visit Jaipur. First, Early morning, visit the in 1592 built Amber Fort. If you are sufficiently placed in the queue, you can climb the hill on an elephant its back, an amazing experience. Once on top, you walk in the vast complex through the corridors; many rooms are decorated with beautiful murals with precious stones and mirrors inlaid in the walls. Returning to the hotel, you can admire the first rays of sunlight touching the Jal Mahal palace that is located in the middle of a lake.
Later, you will drive to the center commonly known as Pink City, to walk in the bazaars and stop at Hawa Mahal, the “Palace of Winds”, for some pictures.
Then in the afternoon we visit the City Palace, where the royal family still lives in a part of the palace. This mixture of Mongol and Rajasthani architectural is very impressive. Next to it we can find Jantar Mantar, the ancient astronomical observatory built by Raja Jai Singh, whose passion for astronomy was more remarkable than his talent as a warrior.
Before this day of amazingly sightseeing comes to an end, you will visit the Birla Temple of Jaipur. A white Hindu temple, which looks stunning when lit by light.
By late afternoon, you will have the night free for leisure by your own. Then it will be time to go back to the hotel for a well-deserved rest.
Overnight:Hotel/Home in Jaipur
Transport:Private AC car
Where to eat:Breakfast in the hotel
Activities: After breakfast, it will be time to travel to Udaipur.
This is probably the most romantic city of Rajasthan. When you reach the City of Lakes you will have some time to take a rest at the hotel. After that you’ll have plenty of time to walk around in the city and its picturesque centre: Lake Pichola. The beauty of the lake and its surroundings cannot be seen or felt anywhere else. Especially during dawn or sunset, this lake looks spectacular.
Overnight:Hotel in Udaipur
Transport:Private AC car
Where to eat:Breakfast in the hotel
Activities: After breakfast, you depart for a sightseeing day in Lake City, an oasis in the dry heart of Rajasthan. You will start by visiting the City Palace, the largest of Rajasthan. Although successive leaders build it, the construction shows a remarkable uniformity in design. Apart from it’s own beauty, the palace also offers a beautiful view of the lake. Then you visit Maharana Pratap Memorial, located atop the hill Moti Magri. From here you’ve got a breathtaking view of Lake Fateh Sagar.
In the afternoon, visit the Jagdish Temple of the sixteenth century, dedicated to the god Vishnu. We will also take you to Fateh Sagar Lake, a lake of tranquility and dreams. Thereafter, you will see Sahelion-ki-Bari also known as the “Garden of Maidens”. The garden is very popular for its fountains, kiosks, Sagar pools, spectacular dance shows and its bronze memorial for the Rajput hero Maharana Pratap.
The afternoon will be completed with a visit to the Baghore-Ki-Haveli. This building, which is built at the waterfront of Lake Pichola, is famous for it’s eighteenth century Haveli glasswork. Furthermore the building is home to a museum.
In the evening, you can have a boat ride on Lake Pichola (fees not included). This is one of the main attractions of Udaipur at night. After this day full of tenderness, you will return to the hotel to rest.
Overnight:Hotel in Udaipur
Transport:Private AC car
Where to eat:Breakfast in the hotel
Activities: After breakfast, you will go to the airport to catch a flight to Mumbai. In the arrival hall, a representative of our company holding a sign with your name will welcome you. You will then be transferred to the hotel to do the Check-In. After you’ve done the check in, you will start the exploration of Mumbai, the commercial port of India formerly known as the “City of Dreams”.
You will start your city trip by visiting Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, which is the main railway station of Mumbai and declared as a World Heritage monument by UNESCO. There after, you will visit the Daji Lad Museum, located in Byculla Leste, which is the oldest specialized museum of the city mainly created to save the treasures of the art and industry of the industrial era.
By late evening you will finalize this day of exploration with a tour along the Marin Drive. This road along the coastline of the city is one of the best ways to experience its amazing atmosphere and aside from that it provides a breathtaking view. There after you will go back to your hotel for a well deserved rest.
Overnight:Hotel in Mumbai
Transport:Domestic Flight & Private AC car
Where to eat:Breakfast in the hotel
Activities: After breakfast, you’ve got the possibility (optional*) to make an excursion through the caves of Elephanta (9km by boat). Where you can find temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
The remaining day you will walk through the city visiting an array of sights. You will visit the Prince of Wales Museum, which exposition consists out of art, sculptures, porcelain and other antiques. Then you pass through the “Gateway of India” located on the most famous road of Mumbai.
To end the day, you will go to the market of Crawford, also known as the Jyotiba Phule Market. Here you can find produce imported from all over the world, giving you an unlimited amount of options to choose from. In the evening you will head back to your hotel for some well-deserved rest.
Overnight:Hotel in Mumbai
Transport:Private AC car
Where to eat:Breakfast in the hotel
Activities: After breakfast, you will go to the airport to take a flight to Goa. On arrival you will be welcomed by a person of the company that will take you to your hotel. After the Check In, you will have the day to explore the white beaches containing entertainment according to everyones taste.
Enjoy the delicious local cuisine in the evening, where after you will, walking on the rhythm of the waves, return to your hotel.
Overnight:Hotel in Goa
Transport:Private AC car
Where to eat:Breakfast in the hotel
Activities: After breakfast, this day will be full of relaxing, sunny beaches, golden sand, a blue sea, deep green palm trees, red earth and white houses …
Goa is a haven for relaxing beach vacations. For residents, life is a feast constantly embellished by a sweet melody of guitars and songs. This city is also famous for its gastronomy. The spirit of fun and joy will make Goa unforgettable. In the evening you return to the hotel to rest.
Overnight:Hotel in Goa
Transport:Private AC car
Where to eat:Breakfast in the hotel
Activities: After breakfast, you will visit Panaji, the capital of Goa. Visit the Basilica which is part of the UNESCO World Heritages, which still reside in the remains of St. Francis Xavier.
Thereafter, you will see the Cathedral of Santa Catarina, which was built to commemorate the victory over a Muslim army which had captured Goa by the Portuguese under Alfonso de Albuquerque in 1510. It is one of the greatest of Christian buildings in Asia.
You will also visit St. Francis of Assisi church which has three layers of octagonal towers on either side of the central cavity and the statue of San Miguel. Then you can go through the fishing village of Doña Paula, a small town on the top of Panaji. The view from this place is amazing and is accompanied by the main monument of the city.
In the afternoon you can relax and chill. In the evening you can enjoy the nightlife of Goa or relax in your hotel.
Overnight:Hotel in Goa
Transport:Private AC car
Where to eat:Breakfast in the hotel
Activities: After breakfast, you will make the Check Out to catch a flight to Cochin. On arrival you will be welcomed by a person of the company that will take you to your hotel.
Once checked in, you will go for a sightseeing tour through Cochin. You will visit the San Francisco church built ing 1503 by the Portuguese. Here Vasco Da Gama was buried for 14 years before his remains were shipped to Lisbon.
Later, you will discover the built in 1568 synagogue. Known for its stunning Belgian chandeliers, beautiful Chinese tiles and many other accessories, this is one of the most popular attractions in Chochin. There after you will go to one of the most iconic sights of the fishermen’s town, the Chineses fishing nets. These nets are located close to the Mattancherry Palace, also known as the “Dutch Palace”.
In the evening, you will be attending a performance of the beautiful, colourful and fantastic Kathakali Drama dance. This masked dance was first performed 1500 years ago in Kerala and tells about the 9 emotions: serenity, wonder, kindness, love, anger, fear, despair, hatred and rage.
Overnight:Hotel in Cochin
Transport:Domestic flight & Private AC car
Where to eat:Breakfast in the hotel
Activities: After breakfast, you will drive towards Munnar, the hill invested, green countryside of Kerala. Here you will exchange the business and pollution of the city for peace and spice rich, fresh air.
Upon your arrival you will check in, where after the rest of the afternoon will be free from any planned activity. Leaving you the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful surroundings till the evening, when you will return to your hotel for some rest.
Overnight:Hotel in Munnar
Transport:Private AC car
Where to eat:Breakfast in the hotel
Activities: After breakfast, you will visit the city for “lovers of the natural paradise”. To enjoy the view over this breath-taking paradise, you will climb the Mattupetty mountain located just 13 km from Munnar and reaches as high as 1700 meter.
You also will visit a tea plantation and factory. You will learn about the production process of England’s favourite drink. Obviously, at the end of your tour, you will have the opportunity to taste a fresh cup of tea too. Then, before you return to your hotel, you can explore the surroundings of Munnar and it’s amazing panoramic views.
Overnight:Hotel in Munnar
Transport:Private AC car
Where to eat:Breakfast in the hotel
Activities: After breakfast, you will check out and start your trip towards Thekkady. Here you can find one of the best wildlife sanctuaries in India named the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. On route, you will pass through the breath-taking countryside full of tea and spice plantations.
Once you reach your hotel in Thekkady, located in the Periyar Tiger Sanctuary, you’ve got some time to relax. After lunch it will be time to visit the Periyar National Park by boat. This boat ride gives you the opportunity to see a enormous array of wildlife. You will be able to see wild elephants, boars, bisons, deers and numerous kinds of birds. The visit at this amazing park will take close to three hours so you will be back at your hotel in time for a good night of rest.
Overnight:Hotel in Thekkady
Transport:Private AC car
Where to eat:Breakfast in the hotel
Activities: After breakfast, you will do the check out and start your journey towards Alleppey. This village is famous for its canotages, barges and fishing lakes. Upon your arrival, you will take a cruise through the, with shades of palm trees invested backwaters of Kerala.
You will spend the night aboard a houseboat giving you a truly amazing experience. The food is excellent and tastes even better underneath the breath-taking starry sky.
Overnight:Houseboat
Transport:Private AC car
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After breakfast, you will make the check out and drive towards the airport of Cochin. In case you have time before your departure, you will have the car available to visit the cheerful streets of Cochin for one last time. Then it’s time to take your respective flight to home.
We hope you have enjoyed this incredible country and that you’ll have good memories of this trip for the rest of your life. You came to our country as a visitor and go back to your country as our dear friend. It will always be our pleasure to have you in our Incredible India!! Thank you for choosing us.
NAMASTE!
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In India there is no official classification for hotels, so this is why in this section we will try to explain you our opinion on them. We classify the hotels in the following categories:
3* Hotels: Basic but good hotels. This is our cheapest option. Each room has its own washroom. This option is similar to the 1 or 2 stars’ hotel in Europe.
4* Hotels: This is the recommended option for those who do not want to face any bad surprises and that would like to stay in a hotel which offers sufficient services and moderate luxury. This option is the equivalent to the 3* hotels in Europe.
5* Hotels: According to the European classification of hotels, these ones would correspond to the 4* hotels. We find these hotels very good for both the location and the quality/price ratio. These type of accommodation guarantee services and facilities more than appropriate.
Palace Hotels: Chains such as Taj (not available in all the cities) or Oberoi are the best examples belonging to this category. It entails a consistent economic difference compared to the 5* Hotels and in some cases they are situated quite far from the city-centres.
Nevertheless, if Luxury and Excellent Services is what you are looking for, these Hotels will definitely assure you comfort and Asian elegance.
Heritage: Belonging to this category are the hotels that will give you the experience of the real India. These hotels are decorated in a traditional Indian style. They exist in any kind of luxury and price range, for which you will generally pay more for the experience rather than the facilities and the services.
The heritage hotels can be divided into two categories: one more affordable and one more luxurious. The first type corresponds to the 4* hotels and the second one is closer to the palaces concerning the price and luxury.
Triple rooms in India are practically nonexistent. These type of rooms are the same size as the double ones with an extra bed. Hotels will not provide you any reduction or discount, so in some cases we recommend booking a double room plus one single room. Also, in some chains of hotels, mainly the 5 * and the Luxury ones do not have triple rooms.