Itinerary
- Day 1
Delhi
Land in Delhi and get settled at your hotel. Take the afternoon to rest up, then head out around evening to Connaught Place where you can shop and grab some street food. From there, walk over to India Gate to see it lit up at night and feel the energy of the crowd.
- Start point
- Delhi, India (We pickup you from Delhi Airport)
Optional Activities
- Explore Connaught Place shops and cafes
- Street food tasting at Connaught Place
- Evening stroll to India Gate
Landmarks Connaught Place India Gate - Day 2
Delhi to Amritsar
Catch an early train to Amritsar that takes you through farmland and small villages showing you rural India. Once you arrive and check into your hotel, head to the Golden Temple in the evening. You'll eat with locals at the langar, the community kitchen where everyone sits together regardless of background.
Included Activities
- Visit Golden Temple
- Experience langar (community meal)
Landmarks Golden Temple - Day 3
Amritsar to Dharamshala
Start your morning at Jallianwala Bagh, a historical site connected to India's independence. If you have time, catch the Wagah Border ceremony. Then drive to Dharamshala in the foothills, arriving by evening to breathe in the cooler mountain air.
Included Activities
- Visit Jallianwala Bagh
- Wagah Border ceremony (if time allows)
Landmarks Jallianwala Bagh Wagah Border - Day 4
Dharamshala
Spend time in Dharamshala exploring the Dalai Lama Temple and learning about Tibetan culture there. Hike up to Bhagsunag Waterfall to hear the water and birds. After lunch, wander through Mcleodganj's markets looking at Tibetan crafts and stopping at small cafes.
Included Activities
- Visit Dalai Lama Temple
- Hike to Bhagsunag Waterfall
- Browse markets of Mcleodganj
Landmarks Dalai Lama Temple Bhagsunag Waterfall Mcleodganj - Day 5
Dharamshala to Manali
Drive to Manali through scenic mountain valleys with rivers alongside the road. Check in and spend your evening relaxing, either taking a walk by the river or just looking at the snow-topped peaks from your hotel.
Optional Activities
- Riverside walk
- View snow-capped peaks
Landmarks Beas River 
- Day 6
Manali
See Manali's mix of old temples and outdoor activities. Visit Hidimba Temple with its cedar trees, walk along the Beas River, or go to Solang Valley for paragliding or skiing. By evening, head to the local market for souvenirs and regional food.
Included Activities
- Visit Hidimba Temple
Optional Activities
- Wander along Beas River
- Paragliding at Solang Valley
- Skiing at Solang Valley (seasonal)
- Explore Manali's market
Landmarks Hidimba Temple Beas River Solang Valley 
- Day 7
Manali to Shimla
After breakfast, drive to Shimla on roads that wind through mountains. Check into your hotel, then walk Mall Road in the evening to see colonial buildings and feel the relaxed hill station atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Walk along Mall Road
Landmarks Mall Road - Day 8
Shimla
Climb up to Jakhoo Temple on a hilltop with views across the mountains. Look at Christ Church, an old colonial-era building in town. Spend the evening walking around the Ridge area enjoying the cool breeze and open spaces.
Included Activities
- Visit Jakhoo Temple
- Visit Christ Church
Optional Activities
- Evening walk at the Ridge
Landmarks Jakhoo Temple Christ Church Ridge - Day 9
Shimla to Delhi
Board the toy train from Shimla to Kalka, traveling through forests and tunnels that feel historic and slow-paced. Switch to a regular train for the faster ride to Delhi, arriving in the evening. Check in and rest after a full day of train travel.
Included Activities
- Toy train ride from Shimla to Kalka
- Day 10
Delhi to Agra
Drive to Agra to see the Taj Mahal and get a sense of its scale and detail. Walk through Agra Fort with its red stone walls and see what's inside. End the day at Mehtab Bagh watching the sun set over the Taj from a quiet spot.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Taj Mahal
- Explore Agra Fort
- Sunset viewing at Mehtab Bagh
Landmarks Taj Mahal Agra Fort Mehtab Bagh 
- Day 11
Agra to Jaipur
Head to Jaipur, a city known for its royal past and colorful streets. Check into your hotel and spend the evening in the markets looking at jewelry, fabrics, and local work.
Optional Activities
- Explore bazaars for jewelry and textiles
- Browse local art
- Day 12
Jaipur
Start early at Amber Fort sitting above the city with views of Jaipur below. Visit City Palace, which mixes Rajasthani and Mughal styles, then see Hawa Mahal with its pink stone walls. Finish with a Rajasthani cultural show and dinner at Chokhi Dhani, a folk village setup.
- Meals
- Dinner (Rajasthani culture experience at Chokhi Dhani folk-themed village)
Included Activities
- Visit Amber Fort
- Visit City Palace
- Visit Hawa Mahal
- Dinner at Chokhi Dhani
Landmarks Amber Fort City Palace Hawa Mahal Chokhi Dhani - Day 13
Jaipur to Delhi
After breakfast, drive back to Delhi through Rajasthani countryside. Depending on your flight time, you might revisit a spot you liked or shop for last things before heading to the airport.
- End point
- Delhi, India (We drop you at Delhi Airport)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Revisit favorite sights
- Last-minute shopping
