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Highlights of India
Operated by Wendy Wu
Tripcode: IHI_NZ
Overview
Destination:
India,
Start:Delhi, India
Finish:Delhi, India
Finish:Delhi, India
Duration:19 days
Type:Group tour (max 28)
Travel Period
March 2025 - October 2026
Our Highlights of India Tour incorporates an exciting range of destinations that are sure to leave you with a profound sense of respect for this wonderful country. See the bustling markets of Delhi and Jodphur, the magnificent Taj Mahal at Agra, the deserts of Rajasthan and the bathing Ghats of Varanasi.
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$100pp 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 – Delhi) 17 days from $7,380 per person, twin share
- Single supplement from $1,750
Standard inclusions
- Domestic transportation
- Accommodation
- Entrance fees, guides and daily tours
- All Meals
- 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, India's rambunctious capital city. Depending on your time of arrival the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.
Day 3: Explore Delhi
Experience Delhi; drive past the Red Fort, visit Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque, and hop on a rickshaw to explore Asia's largest spice market. After lunch view India Gate before visiting Gandhi Smriti and Qutub Minar, the 12th-century, 73-metre-tall iron pillar.
Day 4: Taj Mahal
Depart for Agra and visit Agra Fort, a hulking mass of red sandstone sat on the banks of the Yamuna River. The Fort was established in the 16th-century but has been much added to over time, making it an eclectic mix of architectural styles. Later, visit the Taj Mahal, an architectural marvel.
Day 5: Agra to Khajuraho
Take a train to Jhansi this morning, with a change in Orchha enroute. Continue to Khajuraho, home of the famous Khajuraho temples. This evening enjoy a cultural dance performance.
Day 6: Khajuraho to Varanasi
Today, tour the eastern and western groups of Khajuraho's impressive temples. Fly to Varanasi and take a rickshaw to the atmospheric ghats on the River Ganges, where you'll witness a 'Ganga Aart', a puja ceremony to the river goddess..
Day 7: River Ganges
Rise early for a dawn boat ride along the River Ganges, followed by a brief city tour of Varanasi. This afternoon visit the Buddhist sites at Sarnath.
Day 8: Explore Jaipur
Fly to Jaipur where you have the rest of the day to explore the city on your own, before experiencing a traditional dance performance.
Day 9: Amber Fort
Start the day with a stop at Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds) before visiting the majestic Amber Fort, a magnificent 16th-century yellow and pink sandstone fort. Visit the stunning City Palace, still home of the city's royal family today, and Jantar Mantar Observatory, a fascinating collection of 18th-century astrological instruments designed to measure the heavens. Finish the day trying your hand at traditional block printing & carpet weaving.
Day 10: Travel to Jodhpur
Drive to Jodhpur. Enjoy some leisure time before taking a walking tour to explore the huge variety of local produce at a bustling vegetable and spice market.
Day 11: Explore Jodhpur
This morning visit Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada and the museum located in the Umaid Bhawan Palace. Take an auto rickshaw to a local restaurant for lunch before enjoying the afternoon at leisure.
Day 12: Lake Pichola
Drive to Udaipur, a city of lakes, palaces and temples. Relax on a cruise along Lake Pichola, admiring the city's grand architecture from the water.
Day 13: Romantic Udaipur
Today, explore the city, starting with a drive around Fateh Sagar Lake. Stop at the Folk Museum, Mewar Art Gallery and Sahelion Ki Bari Gardens. Later, visit the flamboyant City Palace and admire its delightful infusion of Rajasthani and Mughal styles.
Day 14: Bundi's Stepwells
Drive to Bundi and take a stroll through the town, discovering its unique and beautiful stepwells, stopping en route at Chittor Fort. One of the largest forts in India, Chittor sprawls across a hilltop overlooking the town of Chittorgarh.
Day 15: Ranthambore National Park
Today, travel to Ranthambore National Park. On arrival, enjoy an afternoon at leisure.
Day 16: Ranthambore Safaris
Take both early morning and afternoon safaris in Ranthambore National Park
for opportunities to spot the magnificent wildlife, including leopards and
Bengal tigers.
Day 17: Return To Delhi
Morning train to Delhi where the rest of the day will be at leisure.
Days 18-19: Fly Delhi To New Zealand
Fly to New Zealand, arriving home the same or following day.
Departure dates
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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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