Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Delhi
DelhiIncluded Activities
- Complimentary arrival transfer from Delhi Airport
Optional Activities
- Visit Red Fort
- Visit Lotus Temple
- Visit Humayun's Tomb (UNESCO World Heritage site)
- Explore Delhi independently
- Sample local Indian cuisine
Landmarks Red Fort Lotus Temple Humayun's Tomb - Day 2
Delhi
Delhi- Meals
- Lunch (Traditional Thali lunch at Suruchi)
Included Activities
- Leader-led Old Delhi walking tour
- Metro navigation assistance from leader
- Traditional rickshaw tour around Chandi Chowk marketplace
- Visit to Jama Masjid (India's oldest and largest mosque)
- Visit to Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh temple)
- Traditional Thali lunch at Suruchi
Optional Activities
- Explore Delhi independently in the evening
- Seek local leader recommendations for food and activities
Landmarks Old Delhi Chandi Chowk Jama Masjid Sheeshganj Gurudwara - Day 3
Delhi to Agra
Delhi to Agra- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at Sheroes Cafe (run by women survivors of acid attacks))
Included Activities
- Train transfer to Agra
- Lunch at Sheroes Cafe
- Visit to Taj Mahal
- Taj Mahal Museum visit
- Taj Mahal gardens exploration
Optional Activities
- Demonstration on hand-knotted carpets (Mughal era craft)
- Explore Agra independently
Landmarks Taj Mahal Taj Mahal Museum - Day 4
Agra to Ranthambore National Park
Agra to Ranthambore National ParkIncluded Activities
- Visit to Agra Fort
Optional Activities
- Additional visit to Taj Mahal (INR1300 entrance fee)
Landmarks Agra Fort Ranthambore National Park - Day 5
Ranthambore National Park
Ranthambore National ParkIncluded Activities
- Morning wildlife safari
- Evening wildlife safari
Optional Activities
- Free afternoon to relax and explore the park area
Landmarks Ranthambore National Park - Day 6
Ranthambore National Park to Jaipur
Ranthambore National Park to JaipurIncluded Activities
- Visit to rural village in Sawai Madhopur with ancient sacred temples
- Leader-led orientation walk in Jaipur
Optional Activities
- Bollywood movie screening at Raj Mandir Cinema (INR400)
Landmarks Sawai Madhopur Jaipur - Day 7
Jaipur
JaipurIncluded Activities
- Leader-led walking tour of Jaipur (including City Palace overview)
Optional Activities
- Visit to City Palace gardens and courtyards
- Visit to Jantar Mantar Observatory (INR200)
- Hot air balloon ride over Jaipur countryside (USD280)
Landmarks City Palace Jantar Mantar - Day 8
Jaipur
Jaipur- Meals
- Dinner (Traditional homemade meal with your group following cooking class in a local home)
Included Activities
- Visit to Panna Meena Kund Stepwell
- Guided tour of Amber Fort with local guide
- Mirror Palace exploration
- Cooking class with dinner in a local home
Optional Activities
- Explore more of Jaipur in the afternoon
Landmarks Panna Meena Kund Stepwell Amber Fort Mirror Palace - Day 9
Jaipur to Delhi
Jaipur to DelhiOptional Activities
- Visit Humayun's Tomb (INR600)
- Visit Qutb Minar (INR600)
- Explore Delhi independently in the afternoon
- Optional Farewell Dinner (INR1000)
- Gandhi's Delhi Urban Adventure (INR3350)
Landmarks Humayun's Tomb Qutb Minar - Day 10
Delhi to Kochi
Delhi to KochiOptional Activities
- Optional Welcome Dinner (Free)
Landmarks Kochi - Day 11
Kochi
KochiIncluded Activities
- Leader-led tour of Kochi
- Leader-led Fort Kochi walking tour
- Visit to Santa Cruz Basilica
- Visit to St. Francis Church
- Visit to Mattancherry Palace
- Visit to Jewish Synagogue
- Kathakali performance (traditional dance)
Landmarks Fort Kochi Santa Cruz Basilica St. Francis Church Mattancherry Palace Jewish Synagogue - Day 12
Kochi to Munnar
Kochi to MunnarIncluded Activities
- Visit to Tea Museum
Optional Activities
- Explore Munnar independently
- Seek leader recommendations for dining and activities
Landmarks Munnar Tea Museum - Day 13
Munnar
MunnarIncluded Activities
- Tea plantation viewpoint visit
- Boat ride on Mattupetty Dam
- Echo Point Hill visit for dam views
Optional Activities
- Free evening to unwind and explore independently
Landmarks Mattupetty Dam Echo Point Hill - Day 14
Munnar to Periyar
Munnar to PeriyarIncluded Activities
- Visit to local spice plantation with educational tour
- Demonstration of Kalarippayattu (traditional Indian martial art)
Optional Activities
- Lunch at spice plantation to sample fresh spices (Free)
Landmarks Periyar - Day 15
Periyar
Periyar- Meals
- Dinner (Home-cooked meal with your group following Kerala cooking class)
Included Activities
- Guided walk through Periyar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary
- Kerala cooking class with dinner
Optional Activities
- Ayurvedic massage (INR700)
- Free afternoon to explore independently
Landmarks Periyar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary - Day 16
Periyar to Kumarakom
Periyar to Kumarakom- Meals
- Dinner (Group dinner at a restaurant providing employment and training to local women, featuring traditional Kerala dishes including fish curry, meen pollichathu (fish marinated with spices and wrapped in banana leaves), and avial (vegetable dish with coconut))
Included Activities
- Visit to Kerala Backwaters
- Guided walk in Kumarakom
- Sunset cruise on the backwaters (1 hour)
- Group dinner at women's employment restaurant with traditional Kerala cuisine
Landmarks Kerala Backwaters Kumarakom Vembanad Lake - Day 17
Kumarakom to Kovalam
Kumarakom to KovalamIncluded Activities
- Visit to Positive Change for Marine Life (Intrepid Foundation partner NGO)
Optional Activities
- Explore Kovalam independently in the afternoon
- Group farewell meal with local seafood and curry cuisine
Landmarks Kovalam Positive Change for Marine Life - Day 18
Kovalam
Kovalam- Meals
- Breakfast
