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Jewels of North India & Luxury Lower Ganges River Cruise

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From New Delhi to Kolkata (Calcutta)
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City & Culture
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 10 - 50
Ages 18+
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Delhi

    Delhi
    Landmarks
    The Imperial New Delhi
  3. Day 2

    Delhi

    Delhi
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome Dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque
    • Rickshaw ride through Khari Baoli spice bazaar and Chandni Chowk
    • Visit Humayun's Tomb
    • Drive past India Gate and Presidential Avenue
    Landmarks
    Jama Masjid
    Red Fort
    Khari Baoli
    Chandni Chowk
    Humayun's Tomb
    India Gate
  4. Day 3

    Delhi to Varanasi

    Delhi to Varanasi

    Included Activities

    • Rickshaw ride to the riverfront ghats
    • Ganges cruise at dusk with traditional Indian music
    • Release sacred offerings into the Ganges
    • Witness evening Aarti ceremony (Scenic Enrich)
    Landmarks
    Ganges River
    Varanasi Ghats
  5. Day 4

    Varanasi

    Varanasi

    Included Activities

    • Sunrise drift along the Ganges
    • Stroll along the ghats and Old City laneways
    • Journey to Sarnath
    • Visit Deer Park at Sarnath
    Landmarks
    Varanasi Ghats
    Sarnath
    Deer Park, Sarnath
  6. Day 5

    Varanasi to Khajuraho

    Varanasi to Khajuraho

    Included Activities

    • Yoga lesson (Scenic Freechoice option 1)
    • Visit Shiva Temple to observe Rudrabhishek ritual (Scenic Freechoice option 2)
    Landmarks
    Panna National Park
  7. Day 6

    Khajuraho

    Khajuraho

    Included Activities

    • Tiger safari in Panna National Park
    • Visit Khajuraho temples
    • Sound and light show at Western Group of Temples
    Landmarks
    Panna National Park
    Khajuraho Temples
    Western Group of Temples, Khajuraho
  8. Day 7

    Khajuraho - Orchha - Jhansi - Agra

    Khajuraho - Orchha - Jhansi - Agra

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour through Orchha historic streets
    Landmarks
    Orchha
    Taj Mahal
  9. Day 8

    Agra

    Agra
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Taj Mahal sunrise visit
    • Visit Agra Fort
    • Scenic Sunset Drinks overlooking Taj Mahal

    Optional Activities

    • Scenic Freechoice Dining at Bon Barbeque Restaurant (Indian BBQ)
    • Scenic Freechoice Dining at C'est Chine, Hotel Jaypee Palace (Chinese cuisine)
    • Scenic Freechoice Dining at Bellevue Restaurant, your hotel (Asian and Western buffet)
    Landmarks
    Taj Mahal
    Agra Fort
  10. Day 9

    Agra to Ranthambore National Park

    Agra to Ranthambore National Park

    Included Activities

    • Explore Agra by bicycle (Scenic Freechoice option 1)
    • Explore Agra by tuk tuk through countryside (Scenic Freechoice option 2)
    • Explore Agra by tuk tuk through city streets (Scenic Freechoice option 3)
    Landmarks
    Ranthambore National Park
  11. Day 10

    Ranthambore National Park

    Ranthambore National Park

    Included Activities

    • Private morning game drive
    • Private afternoon game drive
    • Tiger safari with expert wildlife naturalist
    Landmarks
    Ranthambore National Park
  12. Day 11

    Ranthambore National Park to Jaipur

    Ranthambore National Park to Jaipur
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at Castle Kanota)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Chand Baori stepwell at Abhaneri village
    • Lunch at Castle Kanota
    • Visit Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds)
    • Cultural show at hotel
    Landmarks
    Abhaneri
    Chand Baori Stepwell
    Castle Kanota
    Hawa Mahal
  13. Day 12

    Jaipur

    Jaipur
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch in a restaurant attached to the City Palace), Dinner (Dinner at Restaurant 1136 at Amber Fort with commanding views)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Jantar Mantar UNESCO World Heritage Site
    • Visit City Palace and museum
    • Visit Amber Fort
    • Dinner at Restaurant 1136 at Amber Fort
    Landmarks
    Jantar Mantar
    City Palace
    Amber Fort
  14. Day 13

    Jaipur to Kolkata

    Jaipur to Kolkata
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome Dinner on board)

    Included Activities

    • Board Scenic Aura river cruise
    Landmarks
    Scenic Aura
  15. Day 14

    Serampore - Chinsura

    Serampore - Chinsura

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kolkata flower market
    • Explore Serampore Danish colonial settlement
    • Visit St. Olav's Church
    • Visit Governor's House, Serampore
    • Visit Denmark Tavern, Serampore
    • Visit Hooghly Imambara, Chinsura
    Landmarks
    Kolkata Flower Market
    Serampore
    St. Olav's Church
    Chinsura
    Hooghly Imambara
  16. Day 15

    Mayapur

    Mayapur

    Included Activities

    • Visit Temple of the Vedic Planetarium at Mayapur
    • Explore pilgrims' bazaar at Mayapur
    • Engage with Hare Krishna community
    Landmarks
    Mayapur
    Temple of the Vedic Planetarium
  17. Day 16

    Murshidabad - Baranagar - Azimganj

    Murshidabad - Baranagar - Azimganj
    Meals
    High Tea (Scenic Enrich High Tea at Kathgola Palace)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Hazarduari Palace in Murshidabad
    • Travel by toto (electric rickshaw) to Katra Masjid
    • Visit Katra Masjid
    • Scenic Enrich High Tea at Kathgola Palace
    • Visit Jain temples in Azimganj
    • Visit Char Bangla Temples in Baranagar
    Landmarks
    Murshidabad
    Hazarduari Palace
    Katra Masjid
    Kathgola Palace
    Azimganj
    Baranagar
    Char Bangla Temples
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  18. Day 17

    Khushbagh - Plassey

    Khushbagh - Plassey

    Included Activities

    • Visit Khushbagh village
    • Visit mosque complex at Khushbagh
    • Visit Battle of Plassey historic site
    Landmarks
    Khushbagh
    Battle of Plassey
  19. Day 18

    Matiari

    Matiari

    Included Activities

    • Visit Matiari village
    • Watch copper and brass artisans
    Landmarks
    Matiari
  20. Day 19

    Kalna - Phulia

    Kalna - Phulia

    Included Activities

    • Visit Rajbari complex temples in Kalna
    • Visit Naba Kailash Complex
    • Visit Phulia weaving village
    Landmarks
    Kalna
    Rajbari Complex
    Lalji Temple
    Krishna Chandra Temple
    Vijay Vaidyanath Temple
    Pratapeswar Temple
    Naba Kailash Complex
    Phulia
  21. Day 20

    Chandernagore

    Chandernagore

    Included Activities

    • Stroll riverside promenade at Chandernagore
    • Visit Dupleix Palace
    • Visit Sacred Heart Church
    • Visit former Hotel de Paris
    Landmarks
    Chandernagore
    Dupleix Palace
    Sacred Heart Church
  22. Day 21

    Kolkata

    Kolkata
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner (Farewell dinner on board with fellow guests and crew)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Mother Teresa's Mother House
    • Private heritage tram tour of Kolkata
    • Visit Tipu Sultan Masjid
    • Visit Victoria Memorial and Gardens

    Optional Activities

    • Scenic Freechoice: Kumartoli potter's quarter and Parshwanath Jain Temple
    • Scenic Freechoice: Colonial Kolkata tour (Dalhousie Square, Writers' Building, College Street/Boi Para, Indian Coffee House)
    • Scenic Freechoice: Indian Museum and South Park Cemetery
    Landmarks
    Mother House of The Missionaries of Charity
    Tipu Sultan Masjid
    Victoria Memorial and Gardens
    Kumartoli
    Parshwanath Jain Temple
    Dalhousie Square
    Writers' Building
    College Street
    Indian Coffee House
    Indian Museum
    South Park Cemetery
  23. Day 22

    Kolkata

    Kolkata

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