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Grand Tour of India
Operated by Wendy Wu
Tripcode: IGT_NZ
Overview
Destination:
India,
Start:Delhi (and vicinity), India
Finish:Thiruvananthapuram District, India
Finish:Thiruvananthapuram District, India
Duration:30 days
Type:Group tour (max 28)
Travel Period
October 2025 - October 2026
Combining the best India has to offer - from the deserts of Rajasthan in the north, to the tranquil backwaters of Kerala in the south, the Bollywood city of Mumbai and the historic caves at Ajanta and Ellora. This tour will leave you with a strong sense of the history, culture, and geography of this diverse country.
Price notes:
- Prices include airline fuel surcharge and taxes. Correct as of 1 October 2024, subject to change.
- Depending on airline schedules, you may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights' accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers may be required at an additional cost.
- Customary tipping amount of approximately US$150pp is paid locally in India.
- Based on departures from Auckland, Wellington & Christchurch
- Departures from other cities and flight upgrades available upon request
- Land only (Delhi – Trivandrum) 28 days from $13,180 per person, twin share
- Single supplement from $2,800
Standard inclusions
- Domestic transportation
- Accommodation
- All meals
- Touring with guides and entrance fees.
- Standard group visa fees included and fees may apply for foreign passport holders or other visas.
Itinerary
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Collapse allDays 1-2: Fly To Delhi
Fly to Delhi. Depending on your time of arrival the rest of the day is yours at leisure.
Day 3: Explore Delhi
Explore Old Delhi; see the Red Fort and walk to Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque. After lunch, view India Gate and Parliament House before exploring Gandhi Smriti and Qutub Minar.
Days 4-5: Discover Varanasi
Fly to the ancient city of Varanasi. Head just out of town to the fascinating Buddhist site of Sarnath, where Buddha is said to have delivered his first sermon. The next day, rise early to cruise on the Ganges and explore the city. Later take a rickshaw to the ghats and witness a puja ceremony.
Day 6: Explore Khajuraho's Temples
Transfer to the airport to fly to Khajuraho to see the exquisite temples and their intricately carved, erotic imagery. Enjoy a cultural dance display.
Day 7: Travel To Agra
Travel to the 16th-century city of Orchha and then on to Jhansi station where you'll board the Shatabdi Express train to Agra.
Day 8: Taj Mahal
Watch the sun rise over the Taj Mahal which is often swathed in mist and tinged pink – a magical experience. This afternoon visit the colossal 16th-century Agra Fort.
Days 9-10: Ranthambore
Visit the ghost city of Fatephur Sikri on the way to Ranthambore National Park, home to many animals such as leopards, hyena, bears and tigers. The next day enjoy both an early morning and afternoon safari.
Days 11-12: Jaipur
Journey to the 'Pink City' of Jaipur for a two-night stay. Visit the Maharaja's City Palace and Jantar Mantar Observatory on the day you arrive. The following day, make a brief stop at the Hawa Mahal - the ‘Palace of the Winds’- before admiring the majestic Amber Fort.
Day 13: Pushkar
Travel to Pushkar, a sacred pilgrimage destination for Hindus. This afternoon visit its sacred lake, ghats and the Brahma Temple before a camel cart ride in the desert.
Day 14: Khimsar
After breakfast drive to Khimsar, perched on the edge on the great Thar Desert. Later explore the local area in Khimsar to get a glimpse of life in rural India.
Days 15-16: Discover Jaisalmer
Rising from the sandy plains of the Thar Desert, Jaisalmer is known as the 'Golden City'. Head to Sunset Point to enjoy the views. The next day head to the magnificent Jaisalmer fort, and ride a camel through the Sam Sand Dunes.
Days 17-18: Jodhpur & Around
Travel to Jodhpur and tour the city, exploring the magnificence of Mehrangarh
Fort, visiting the museum of Umaid Bhawan Palace and the spice market. The next day drive through the desert by jeep to Bishnoi village.
Days 19-20: Romantic Udaipur
Drive to Udaipur via the Jain temple complex of Ranakpur and Surya Temple as well as other Jain Temples. The next day explore the city, driving around Fateh Sagar Lake with stops at the Folk Museum, Mewar Art Gallery and Sahelion Ki Bari Garden. Later visit the ornate City Palace and take a cruise on the shimmering Lake Pichola.
Day 21: Aurangabad
Morning at leisure before boarding a flight to Aurangabad.
Day 22: Ellora Caves
Visit the incredible UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ajanta.
Travel to Ellora Caves, another UNESCO World Heritage listed site. Fly to Mumbai.
Day 23: Ellora Caves
Travel to Ellora Caves, another UNESCO World Heritage listed site. Fly to Mumbai.
Day 24: Discover Mumbai
Tour cosmopolitan Mumbai, India's economic powerhouse. View the Gateway to India, dawdle along Marine Drive and visit Chowpatty Beach, Mani Bhavan, Dhobi Ghat, Crawford Market and Flora Fountain. Fly to the relaxed Keralan city of Kochi.
Day 25: Explore Kochi
Fascinating Kochi is strung across the islands and peninsulas of the Malabar coast. Visit the Dutch Palace and Fort Kochi before seeing the famous Chinese fishing nets and strolling through colourful markets. This evening enjoy an exuberant Kathakali dance performance.
Day 26: Kerala's Backwaters
Visit Kochi's synagogue, before heading out of the city to Nedumudy to board your houseboat. On this converted rice barge or 'kettuvallam' you will drift along the peaceful backwaters. Lunch and dinner are served on-board and you will stay overnight here too.
Day 27: Travel To Kovalam
Enjoy breakfast as you cruise into Alleppey, then travel to the beach resort of Kovalam.
Day 28: Visit Trivandrum
Explore Kerala's capital Trivandrum, with visits to Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple, the Zoological Gardens, Sri Chitra Art Gallery, the Observatory and Kanakakunnu Palace. Return to Kovalam for your final night stay.
Days 29-30: Fly Trivandrum To New Zealand
Fly to New Zealand, arriving home the same or following day.
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Operator
Wendy Wu
Wendy Wu Tours is Australia's leading touring specialist, offering extraordinary tours throughout Asia, Latin America, Eurasia, the Middle East – and most recently, Australasia. Since Wendy sent her very first tour to China in 1994, we've grown from strength to strength and are proud of the multiple awards we've won throughout the years and the unique travel experiences we offer to an expanding range of destinations.
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