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Premium India

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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 6 - 12
Ages 15+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Delhi

    Start point
    Delhi, India (Arrival transfer from Indira Gandhi International Airport)

    Included Activities

    • Delhi welcome dinner at iconic restaurant

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Delhi's historical landmarks at own pace
    • Visit museums and galleries
    • Browse bazaars
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  2. Day 2

    Delhi

    Included Activities

    • Old Delhi City Tour with leader-led guidance
    • Visit Jama Masjid (India's oldest and largest mosque)
    • Visit Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh temple)

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional rickshaw ride around Chandi Chowk marketplace
    • Evening activities based on leader recommendations
    Landmarks
    Jama Masjid
    Sheeshganj Gurudwara
    Chandi Chowk
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  3. Day 3

    Delhi to Jaipur

    Meals
    Dinner (Home-cooked dinner in local family home)

    Included Activities

    • Jaipur leader-led orientation walk
    • Jaipur home-cooked dinner with local family

    Optional Activities

    • Browse bazaars for handcrafted textiles and folk art
    • Browse semi-precious stone shops
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  4. Day 4

    Jaipur

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Amber Fort guided tour
    • City Palace tour

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Jantar Mantar Observatory (dating to 1729)
    • Hot air balloon ride over Jaipur
    • Sample Rajasthani street food including pyaaz kachori
    Landmarks
    Amber Fort
    City Palace
    Jantar Mantar
  5. Day 5

    Jaipur to Agra

    Included Activities

    • Taj Mahal visit with guide at sunset

    Optional Activities

    • Dinner at local restaurant recommended by leader
    Landmarks
    Taj Mahal
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  6. Day 6

    Agra to Lucknow

    Meals
    Dinner (Sheroes Dinner at restaurant supporting acid attack survivors)

    Included Activities

    • Agra Fort visit
    • Lucknow orientation walk with leader
    • Lucknow Sheroes dinner (restaurant supporting acid attack survivors)
    Landmarks
    Agra Fort
  7. Day 7

    Lucknow

    Included Activities

    • Lucknow City Tour with leader
    • Awadhi Cooking Class in Lucknow
    Landmarks
    Bara Imambara
  8. Day 8

    Lucknow to Varanasi

    Meals
    Breakfast (Packed breakfast aboard train)

    Included Activities

    • Train journey to Varanasi (air-conditioned)
    • Varanasi orientation walk with leader
    • Varanasi evening Ganga aarti (candle flower ceremony) with sunset Ganges cruise and local musicians

    Optional Activities

    • Interact with local vendors aboard train selling snacks and Chai tea
    Landmarks
    Ganges River
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  9. Day 9

    Varanasi

    Meals
    Lunch (Rickshaw food tour featuring chaat, samosas, jalebi, lassi and sweet paan)

    Included Activities

    • Varanasi sunrise Ganges boat trip with musicians on boat
    • Varanasi rickshaw food tour
    • Sarnath stupa visit
    • Sarnath museum visit
    Landmarks
    Ganges River
    Sarnath
  10. Day 10

    Varanasi to Delhi

    Meals
    Dinner (Mughlai cuisine feast with street food dishes and kebabs at Haveli Dharampura)

    Included Activities

    • Farewell dinner at Haveli Dharampura

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Humayun's Tomb (garden tomb dating to 1570)
    • Visit Qutb Minar (highest tower in India)
    • Other activities booked through leader
    Landmarks
    Humayun's Tomb
    Qutb Minar
    Haveli Dharampura
  11. Day 11

    Delhi

    End point
    Delhi, India (Depart from your hotel in Delhi)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Arrange additional post-tour accommodation in Delhi (contact booking agent in advance)

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5.0
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  • Itinerary
    5.0
  • Transport
    5.0
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.0
  • Food
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  • Premium India  reviewer 1
    October 17th, 2025
    Booking through Tourradar was really easy. Intrepid & our guide Gajraj did a terrific job of making sure everything...
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    Traveled in October 2025
    Reply from: Intrepid Premium
    Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that booking through TourRadar was easy and that Intrepid, along with your guide Gajraj, made your journey through Northern India smooth and memorable. It's great to know you felt safe and well cared for throughout the trip. We appreciate your honest feedback regarding the train journey to Varanasi and the long travel day to Haveli Dharampura, your insights help us improve future itineraries. We're also glad you enjoyed the dinner experience there despite the travel time. Thanks again for sharing your experience, and we hope to welcome you on another adventure soon!
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    August 2nd, 2023
    Our trip Premium India was absolutely outstanding. The Intrepid team and our leader in particular ensured that we had...
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    Traveled in April 2023
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    Reply from: Intrepid Premium
    Thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that your Premium India trip was absolutely outstanding and that our Intrepid team, especially your leader, made sure you had an unforgettable experience. Thank you again for your kind words, we hope to make more unforgettable memories with you soon!
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  • A
    August 2nd, 2023
    It was an excellent experience using Intrepid for our trip to India. The hotels we stayed in were all clean and the...
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    Thank you so much for your review! We're thrilled to hear that your experience with us and your Premium India trip was outstanding. Clean hotels and well-organized tours are priorities for us, and we're delighted you enjoyed them. Special thanks for praising our knowledgeable tour leaders—they make all the difference. We're honoured to have welcomed you on your first Intrepid trip and can't wait to welcome you back for more wonderful journeys in the future.
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  • A
    August 2nd, 2023
    It is certainly a fast-paced tour, but it had to be to fit all the wonderful sites and experiences into the time...
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    Thank you for your lovely review! We're so pleased to hear that you appreciated the fast-paced nature of the tour, allowing you to experience a wide range of incredible sites and experiences. We're especially glad to hear that your leader played a pivotal role in creating a safe, secure, and enriching journey for you. It's absolutely wonderful that your leader's passion and pride for India shone through in his explanations, making the experience even more meaningful. We're grateful that he addressed important topics with impartiality and positivity, deepening your understanding of India's culture, beliefs, and history. Thank you again for your kind words, we're truly delighted you enjoyed your Premium India trip, and we hope to have you travel with us again soon.
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    August 2nd, 2023
    Intrepid Travel to India far exceeded our expectations. Quality service, accommodations, first class daily...
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    Thank you for your review! We're thrilled to hear that your Premium India trip exceeded your expectations, as providing quality service, accommodations, and exceptional activities is what we strive for. We're especially pleased to hear that your local leader made a lasting impression on you. We hope to welcome you back for more incredible journeys in the future!
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    August 2nd, 2023
    Intrepid are the way forward! Unforgettable experiences. I will be booking with intrepid again once I work out where...
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    Thank you for your ever so lovely review! We're thrilled to hear that you had unforgettable experiences with us and are already looking at booking your next Intrepid trip. If you ever need inspiration for your next adventure, you know where to find us! Until then, happy travels and we look forward to creating more amazing memories together!
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  • A
    August 2nd, 2023
    Incredible India was made so accessible and enjoyable by Intrepid. As a solo female traveller I felt completely at...
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    Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so pleased to hear your leader made sure you felt safe as a solo female traveller and you had a great time on this trip, we hope to welcome you on to more trips in the future :)
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    July 26th, 2023
    I would highly recommend Intrepid as a tour company after having completed a 10 day northern India experience. My...
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    Thank you for your beaming review. We are thrilled to hear that your trip to India ran so well and that your local tour leader made it a trip to remember.
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    July 26th, 2023
    I never expected to come away from this trip with such a feeling of wonder and excitement. India is truely...
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    Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are so pleased to hear that you had such a magical time in India and enjoyed all that it has to offer whilst gaining a sense of adventure along the way. All the best, Intrepid Travel
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    July 17th, 2023
    I loved this tour and I loved India. If you enjoy a highly active style of travel (not a lot of downtime) this is the...
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    Hi there, thank you for your review and recommendation! We're glad you enjoyed the fast-pace of the tour, the local co-op visits, and your wonderful leader - great to hear they made your trip extra special! We hope to welcome you on another adventure soon.
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    • Typhoid - Recommended for India. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for India. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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