I would like a tour that combines top tourist sites and temples together. I especially would like to see the Kalish Temple.

Sounds like a fun trip to India that you are planning! I have scoured through all of our trips to India and unfortunately I am unable to find one that visits the Kailasa Temple in Ellora. However, for trips that include a bit of everything, the tour you found, India Experience, would be a great option, or we have a 29 day trip call India South and North.

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India Experience

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From Delhi to Kovalam

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The whole trip gave a great insight into how India is many countries - rich and poor, urban and rural, traditional and modern.
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Platinum Operator: Intrepid Travel
City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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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 1 - 12
Ages 18+

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Delhi
Delhi
Included Activities
- Complimentary airport transfer
Optional Activities
- Visit Red Fort
- Visit Lotus Temple
- Visit Humayun's Tomb (UNESCO World Heritage site)
- Sample local cuisine
Landmarks
Red Fort
Lotus Temple
Humayun's Tomb
Day 2
Delhi
Delhi
Meals
Lunch (Traditional Thali at Suruchi)
Included Activities
- Leader-led Old Delhi walking tour
- Metro navigation assistance
- Traditional rickshaw ride around Chandi Chowk
- Visit to Jama Masjid (India's oldest and largest mosque)
- Visit to Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh temple)
- Traditional Thali lunch
Optional Activities
- Food and activity recommendations from leader
Landmarks
Old Delhi
Chandi Chowk
Jama Masjid
Sheeshganj Gurudwara
Day 3
Delhi to Agra
Delhi to Agra
Included Activities
- Train journey to Agra
- Visit to Taj Mahal
- Museum visit
- Garden stroll at Taj Mahal
Optional Activities
- Lunch at Sheroes Cafe (cafe run by acid attack survivors)
- Demonstration on hand-knotted carpets
- Self-guided exploration of Agra
Landmarks
Taj Mahal
Day 4
Agra to Ranthambore National Park
Agra to Ranthambore National Park
Included Activities
- Visit to Agra Fort
- Learning about Agra Fort history
Optional Activities
- Additional visit to Taj Mahal
- Explore mosque and jawab building at Taj Mahal
Landmarks
Agra Fort
Day 5
Ranthambore National Park
Ranthambore National Park
Included Activities
- Morning wildlife safari
- Evening wildlife safari
Optional Activities
- Free afternoon exploration
Landmarks
Ranthambore National Park
Day 6
Ranthambore National Park to Jaipur
Ranthambore National Park to Jaipur
Included Activities
- Walk through rural village in Sawai Madhopur
- View of ancient sacred temples
- Leader-led orientation walking tour of Jaipur
Optional Activities
- Bollywood movie screening at Raj Mandir Cinema (INR400)
Landmarks
Sawai Madhopur
Day 7
Jaipur
Jaipur
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Jaipur with leader featuring City Palace
- Visit Jantar Mantar Observatory (INR200)
- Hot air balloon ride (USD280)
Landmarks
City Palace
Jantar Mantar
Day 8
Jaipur
Jaipur
Meals
Dinner (Traditional homemade meal after cooking class with group)
Included Activities
- Visit to Panna Meena Kund Stepwell
- Guided tour of Amber Fort
- Exploration of Amber Fort halls and palaces
- Visit to Mirror Palace at Amber Fort
- Cooking class in a local home
- Traditional homemade dinner
Optional Activities
- Self-guided exploration of Jaipur
Landmarks
Panna Meena Kund Stepwell
Amber Fort
Day 9
Jaipur to Delhi
Jaipur to Delhi
Included Activities
- Private transfer to Delhi
Optional Activities
- Visit Humayun's Tomb (INR600)
- Visit Qutb Minar (INR600)
- Self-guided afternoon exploration
- Optional farewell dinner (INR1000)
Landmarks
Humayun's Tomb
Qutb Minar
Day 10
Delhi to Kochi
Delhi to Kochi
Optional Activities
- Optional welcome dinner (Free)
Landmarks
Kochi
Day 11
Kochi
Kochi
Included Activities
- Leader-led Kochi city tour
- Walking tour of Fort Kochi
- Visit to Santa Cruz Basilica
- Visit to St. Francis Church
- Visit to Mattancherry Palace
- Visit to Jewish Synagogue
- Kathakali dance performance
Landmarks
Santa Cruz Basilica
St. Francis Church
Mattancherry Palace
Day 12
Kochi to Munnar
Kochi to Munnar
Included Activities
- Visit to Tea Museum
Optional Activities
- Self-guided exploration
- Local dining and activity recommendations from leader
Landmarks
Tea Museum
Day 13
Munnar
Munnar
Included Activities
- Visit to tea plantation viewpoint
- Boat ride on Mattupetty Dam
- Visit to Echo Point Hill
Landmarks
Mattupetty Dam
Echo Point Hill
Day 14
Munnar to Periyar
Munnar to Periyar
Included Activities
- Visit to spice plantation
- Learning about spices and Ayurvedic medicine
- Martial art performance (kalarippayattu)
Optional Activities
- Lunch at spice plantation (Free)
Landmarks
Periyar
Day 15
Periyar
Periyar
Meals
Dinner (Home-cooked Kerala meal with group)
Included Activities
- Guided walk through Periyar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary
- Kerala cooking class
- Home-cooked Kerala meal with group
Optional Activities
- Ayurvedic massage (INR700)
- Afternoon free exploration
Landmarks
Periyar National Park
Day 16
Periyar to Kumarakom
Periyar to Kumarakom
Meals
Dinner (Traditional Kerala dinner at women's employment restaurant featuring 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
Landmarks
Kerala Backwaters
Vembanad Lake
Day 17
Kumarakom to Kovalam
Kumarakom to Kovalam
Included Activities
- Visit to Positive Change for Marine Life (NGO partner)
Optional Activities
- Farewell group meal
Landmarks
Kovalam
Day 18
Kovalam
Kovalam
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Red Fort
Lotus Temple
Humayun's Tomb

Landmarks
Old Delhi
Chandi Chowk
Jama Masjid
Sheeshganj Gurudwara

Landmarks
Taj Mahal

Landmarks
Agra Fort

Landmarks
Ranthambore National Park

Landmarks
Sawai Madhopur

Landmarks
City Palace
Jantar Mantar

Landmarks
Panna Meena Kund Stepwell
Amber Fort

Landmarks
Humayun's Tomb
Qutb Minar

Landmarks
Kochi

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Santa Cruz Basilica
St. Francis Church
Mattancherry Palace

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Tea Museum

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Mattupetty Dam
Echo Point Hill

Landmarks
Periyar

Landmarks
Periyar National Park

Landmarks
Kerala Backwaters
Vembanad Lake

Landmarks
Kovalam

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Accommodation
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Food
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Mandy5.0•February 2013
fantastic trip with Intrepid, brilliant, resourceful, friendly guides on both parts of tour North and South - felt...
fantastic trip with Intrepid, brilliant, resourceful, friendly guides on both parts of tour North and South - felt very safe and looked after but we also had scope for adventures and exploration beyond the organised programme. The whole trip gave a great insight into how India is many countries - rich and poor, urban and rural, traditional and modern ( and believe me 4 weeks is only scratching the surface!) We got to experience a little bit of how real Indians live and work and the challenges they face in such a fast changing world. Thanks Intrepid - I'll be back and will be recommending to everyone Show more
Traveled in January 2013
Anonymous5.0•December 2010
very good trip and very satisfied with all aspects.
Traveled in November 2010
Anonymous5.0•January 2010
The 2 halves of this trip were excellent. The join in the middle was an expensive, stressful mess. I would advise...
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Traveled in December 2010
Anonymous5.0•February 2010
Excellent Trip, saw a lot in a short time span, group dynamic worked really well with mix of ages and nationalities....
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Traveled in January 2010
Anonymous5.0•November 2010
A very nice trip which gave us a variety of experiences in South India. It allowed us a chance to appreciate the...
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Traveled in November 2010
Anonymous4.0•November 2010
A nice, relaxed trip which revealed the many differences between north and south India.
Traveled in November 2010

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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2022
  Sounds like a fun trip to India that you are planning! I have scoured through all of our trips to India and unfortunately I am unable to find one that visits the Kailasa Temple in Ellora. However, for trips that include a bit of everything, the tour you found, India Experience, would be a great option, or we have a 29 day trip call India South and North.

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