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Simply North & South India

26 days
From Delhi to Goa
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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 12 - 18
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Delhi

    Delhi

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Delhi's streets and bazaars
  2. Day 2

    Delhi

    Delhi

    Included Activities

    • Leader-led Old Delhi walking tour
    • Metro ride
    • Cycle rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk
    • Visit to the Jama Masjid Mosque
    • Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh Temple)
    Landmarks
    Chandni Chowk
    Jama Masjid
    Sheeshganj Gurudwara
  3. Day 3

    Varanasi

    Varanasi

    Included Activities

    • Leader-led Old City walking tour
    Landmarks
    Ganges River
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  4. Day 4

    Varanasi

    Varanasi

    Optional Activities

    • Optional sunrise boat ride on the Ganges River
    • Explore Varanasi independently
    Landmarks
    Ganges River
  5. Day 5

    Varanasi

    Varanasi

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Sarnath Buddhist pilgrimage site
    • Visit Ramnagar Fort and palace
    • Explore silk markets
    • Take a yoga class
    Landmarks
    Sarnath
    Ramnagar Fort
  6. Day 6

    Agra

    Agra

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Taj Mahal

    Optional Activities

    • Motorised rickshaw tour of Agra monuments
    • Visit Agra Fort
    • Visit Akbar's Mausoleum
    • Dine at local restaurants
    • Meal at Sheroes Hangout cafe
    Landmarks
    Taj Mahal
    Agra Fort
    Akbar's Mausoleum
    Sheroes Hangout
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  7. Day 7

    Tordi Garh

    Tordi Garh
    Meals
    Dinner (Delicious local flavours)

    Included Activities

    • Guided village walk
    • Visit old village temple
    • Walk through village markets
    Landmarks
    Tordi Garh
  8. Day 8

    Jaipur

    Jaipur

    Included Activities

    • Leader-led walking & market tour

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Royal City Palace
    • Street food sampling
    • Visit Lassiwala for lassi
    • Watch Bollywood film at Raj Mandir Cinema
    Landmarks
    Royal City Palace
    Raj Mandir Cinema
    Lassiwala
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  9. Day 9

    Jaipur

    Jaipur

    Included Activities

    • Amber Fort

    Optional Activities

    • Early morning hot air balloon ride
    • Visit Hawa Mahal
    • Visit Jantar Mantar Observatory
    Landmarks
    Hawa Mahal
    Amber Fort
    Jantar Mantar Observatory
  10. Day 10

    Delhi

    Delhi

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Humayun's Tomb
    • Visit Qutub Minar
    • Explore Delhi independently
    • Optional farewell dinner
    Landmarks
    Humayun's Tomb
    Qutub Minar
  11. Day 11

    Trivandrum

    Trivandrum

    Optional Activities

    • Optional group dinner
  12. Day 12

    Varkala

    Varkala

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Varkala beaches
    • Dine at local seafood restaurants
    Landmarks
    Varkala Beach
  13. Day 13

    Varkala

    Varkala

    Optional Activities

    • Water activities - surfing and windsurfing
    • Explore Varkala independently
    Landmarks
    Varkala Beach
  14. Day 14

    Kerala Backwaters

    Kerala Backwaters

    Included Activities

    • Guided village walk

    Optional Activities

    • Pole boat exploration of Kerala backwaters
    Landmarks
    Alappuzha
    Kerala Backwaters
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  15. Day 15

    Kochi

    Kochi

    Optional Activities

    • Kathakali dance performance
    Landmarks
    Fort Kochi
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  16. Day 16

    Kochi

    Kochi

    Optional Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Mattancherry - Jewish quarter, synagogue, and Dutch Palace
    Landmarks
    Mattancherry
    Dutch Palace
  17. Day 17

    Periyar

    Periyar

    Optional Activities

    • Tour of local spice farm
    Landmarks
    Periyar National Park
  18. Day 18

    Periyar

    Periyar

    Optional Activities

    • Optional walk through Periyar National Park
    • Ayurvedic massage
    • Kalaripayattu martial arts performance
    Landmarks
    Periyar National Park
  19. Day 19

    Madurai

    Madurai

    Included Activities

    • Leader-led walking tour

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Sri Meenakshi Temple
    Landmarks
    Sri Meenakshi Temple
    Itinerary Image 1
  20. Day 20

    Madurai

    Madurai

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Gandhi Museum
    • Visit Aayiram Kaal Mandapam
    • Shop at bazaars and tailors' market
    Landmarks
    Gandhi Museum
    Aayiram Kaal Mandapam
  21. Day 21

    Mysuru

    Mysuru

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Keshava Temple in Somnathpur
    Landmarks
    Mysore Palace
    Keshava Temple
    Itinerary Image 1
  22. Day 22

    Mysuru

    Mysuru

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Mysore countryside
    • Climb Chamundi Hill
    • Visit Sri Chamundeswari Temple
    Landmarks
    Chamundi Hill
    Sri Chamundeswari Temple
  23. Day 23

    Hampi

    Hampi

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Vittala Temple
    Landmarks
    Vittala Temple
    Tungabhadra River
  24. Day 24

    Hampi

    Hampi

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Vijayanagar Empire ruins
    • Explore town boulders
    Landmarks
    Vijayanagar Empire Ruins
  25. Day 25

    Goa

    Goa

    Optional Activities

    • Relax on beach
    • Visit local bars
    • City walk
    • Beachside group dinner
    Landmarks
    Goa Beach
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  26. Day 26

    Goa

    Goa

    Optional Activities

    • Relax and explore Goa independently

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