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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Delhi

    Delhi
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Singh Sahib)

    Included Activities

    • Meet Your CEO and Group
    • Women With Wheels

    Optional Activities

    • Half Day Culinary Tour of Delhi
  3. Day 2

    Delhi

    Delhi
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Singh Sahib)

    Included Activities

    • Chandni Chowk Visit
    • Connaught Place Visit
    • Delhi City Walk
    • Gurdwara Sis Ganj Visit
    • Jama Masjid Visit
    Landmarks
    Jama Masjid
    Chandni Chowk
    Gurdwara Sis Ganj
    Connaught Place
  4. Day 3

    Delhi - Jaipur

    Delhi - Jaipur
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Utsav Niwas)

    Included Activities

    • Anoothi Block Printing Experience

    Optional Activities

    • Jantar Mantar Visit (200INR per person, 1000INR per group)
    • Raj Mandir Cinema and Movie (200-400INR per person)
    Landmarks
    Jantar Mantar
    Raj Mandir Cinema
  5. Day 4

    Jaipur

    Jaipur
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Utsav Niwas)

    Included Activities

    • Amber Fort Visit

    Optional Activities

    • Jaipur Cycle Tour (35 per person)
    • Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds) Visit (202INR per person)
    Landmarks
    Hawa Mahal
    Amber Fort
  6. Day 5

    Jaipur - Dhula Village

    Jaipur - Dhula Village
    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Camping (Camp Dhula Bagh)

    Included Activities

    • Village Cycling Excursion

    Optional Activities

    • Jaipur Balloon Ride
  7. Day 6

    Dhula Village - Agra

    Dhula Village - Agra
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Marine House)

    Included Activities

    • Abhaneri Stepwell Visit
    Landmarks
    Abhaneri Stepwell
  8. Day 7

    Agra

    Agra
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Marine House)

    Included Activities

    • Agra Fort Visit
    • Baby Taj Visit
    • Taj Mahal Visit
    Landmarks
    Taj Mahal
    Agra Fort
    Baby Taj
  9. Day 8

    Agra - Alipura

    Agra - Alipura
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Alipura Palace)
  10. Day 9

    Alipura

    Alipura
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Alipura Palace)

    Included Activities

    • Khajuraho Temples Visit

    Optional Activities

    • Evening Dance Performance
    Landmarks
    Khajuraho Temples
  11. Day 10

    Alipura - Orchha

    Alipura - Orchha
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ganpati Palace)

    Included Activities

    • Puja Ceremony
    • Tarragram Visit
    Landmarks
    Ram Raja Temple
    Betwa River
  12. Day 11

    Orchha - Varanasi

    Orchha - Varanasi

    Included Activities

    • Orchha Palace Visit

    Optional Activities

    • Orchha Cooking School
    Landmarks
    Orchha Palace
  13. Day 12

    Varanasi

    Varanasi
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Vaibhav)

    Included Activities

    • Evening Ganges Boat Tour

    Optional Activities

    • Heritage and Spiritual Walk in Old Benaras
    Landmarks
    River Ganges
    Varanasi Ghats
  14. Day 13

    Varanasi

    Varanasi
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Vaibhav)

    Included Activities

    • Morning Ganges Boat Tour

    Optional Activities

    • Guided Tour of Sarnath
    Landmarks
    Sarnath
    Maha Bodhi Tree
  15. Day 14

    Varanasi - Delhi

    Varanasi - Delhi
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Singh Sahib)
  16. Day 15

    Delhi - Kochi

    Delhi - Kochi
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Gama Heritage)

    Optional Activities

    • Sunset viewing over Arabian Sea
  17. Day 16

    Kochi - Bangalore

    Kochi - Bangalore

    Included Activities

    • Fort Kochi Visit
    Landmarks
    Fort Kochi
  18. Day 17

    Bangalore

    Bangalore
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Treebo Akshaya Residency)

    Included Activities

    • Bangalore Orientation Walk
    • Lal Bagh Gardens Visit
    Landmarks
    Lal Bagh Botanical Garden
  19. Day 18

    Bangalore - Mysore

    Bangalore - Mysore
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Akshaya Mahal Inn)

    Included Activities

    • Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple Visit
    • Tomb of Tipu Sultan
    • Devraja Market Visit and Orientation Walk

    Optional Activities

    • Optional group dinner
    Landmarks
    Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple
    Tipu Sultan's Tomb
    Devraja Market
  20. Day 19

    Mysore

    Mysore
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Akshaya Mahal Inn)

    Included Activities

    • Chamundi Hills Visit
    • Mysore Palace Visit
    • St. Philomena's Cathedral Visit
    Landmarks
    Chamundeshwari Temple
    Mysore Palace
    St. Philomena Cathedral
  21. Day 20

    Mysore - Mamallapuram

    Mysore - Mamallapuram
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Vilasam Rooms)
  22. Day 21

    Mamallapuram

    Mamallapuram
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Vilasam Rooms)

    Included Activities

    • Sunrise Shore Temple Visit

    Optional Activities

    • Beach visit
    • Yoga class
    Landmarks
    Shore Temple
  23. Day 22

    Mamallapuram - Thanjavur

    Mamallapuram - Thanjavur
    Accommodation
    Hotel (ABI'S RESIDENCY)

    Included Activities

    • Brihadeeswara Temple
    • Bronze Casting Workshops
    Landmarks
    Brihadeeswarar Temple
  24. Day 23

    Thanjavur - Madurai

    Thanjavur - Madurai
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Rio Grande Hotel Madurai)

    Included Activities

    • Chettinad Traditional House Visit
  25. Day 24

    Madurai

    Madurai
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Rio Grande Hotel Madurai)

    Included Activities

    • Madurai Foodie Tour
    • Meenakshi Temple Visit
    • Thirumalai Nayak Palace Visit
    Landmarks
    Meenakshi Temple
    Thirumalai Nayak Palace
  26. Day 25

    Madurai - Thekkady

    Madurai - Thekkady
    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Michael's Inn)

    Included Activities

    • Cardamom Hills Spice Plantation Tour

    Optional Activities

    • Periyar Lake Boat Ride (1050INR per person)
    • Ayurvedic Massage
    Landmarks
    Periyar National Park
  27. Day 26

    Thekkady - Kerala Backwaters

    Thekkady - Kerala Backwaters
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Greenpalm Homes)

    Included Activities

    • Kerala Backwaters Homestay
    Landmarks
    Kerala Backwaters
  28. Day 27

    Kerala Backwaters - Kochi

    Kerala Backwaters - Kochi
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Theruvarom Women Empowerment Project)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Gama Heritage)

    Included Activities

    • Kathakali Dance
    • Lunch at Theruvarom Women Empowerment Project
    • Orientation Walk
    Landmarks
    Fort Kochi
  29. Day 28

    Kochi

    Kochi

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    Martin5.0•February 2024
    Our group trip around India was a tour full of wonderment, enlightenment and excitement. In the first two weeks we...
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    We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your adventure with us. We hope to see you on another G Adventure again soon.
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  • Catherine5.0•October 2022
    This trip to India was everything I had imagined and more. It was like breaking open a pinata of the five senses. I...
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    Jane4.0•February 2020
    Great experience and great sights! Be prepared for the unexpected when in India! Tour guides where fantastic! Only...
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    Christine5.0•February 2020
    Truly the trip of a lifetime. CEO Jai Shukla was phenomenal in guiding us through the northern portion of the trip....
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  • Karen5.0•September 2018
    G Adventures delivered a well organised, safe tour that we really enjoyed.
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  • Susan4.0•November 2018
    Friendly, knowledgeable CEOs a variety of activities to choose from.
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  • Terry4.0•November 2018
    I was very satisfied with the whole experience. Although I would be sure to tell the person to ensure they pick the...
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  • Susan5.0•August 2018
    The CEOs were amazing. They both knew their areas and were responsive to individual interests and the ensuring that...
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  • Janet5.0•August 2018
    Very well organised so makes the most of the adventure.
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  • Janette4.0•August 2018
    Thoroughly enjoyed both this years holiday and last years.
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    Javs

    Asked on March 11th, 2025

    Is twin sharing rooming provided on the tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025

      Our tours are based on twin share rooming. If you prefer to add a single supplement for your accommodation, we can arrange that for an additional cost.

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    Josephine

    Asked on February 18th, 2025

    What's the nearest airport after the tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2025

      The nearest airport at the end of the tour is Cochin International Airport in Kochi.

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    Lorena

    Asked on August 27th, 2024

    What insurance details are needed for the trip?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2024

      You must provide your insurance details in case of an emergency during the trip. You can enter your insurance details via a specified link provided.

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    Jesse

    Asked on August 21st, 2024

    Is there an option for airport pickup upon arrival?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2024

      An airport arrival transfer is included on Day 1 of the trip if you book your pre-night accommodation through us.

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    Asked on April 8th, 2024

    Are transfers provided on the departure day?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2024

      Departure transfers back to the airport at the end of the trip are at your own cost.

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    Jordan

    Asked on January 23rd, 2024

    Where is the nearest airport after the tour? So, which could be the best airport to fly back home?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2024

      The tour finishes in Kochi, the nearest airport is Cochin International Airport.

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    Marina

    Asked on December 21st, 2023

    How can I manage single supplement and room sharing options?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2023

      You can choose to share with another solo traveler of the same gender at no extra cost, or you can opt for single accommodation with the 'My Own Room' option for an additional fee.

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    Janice

    Asked on December 9th, 2023

    I am 62. I wanted to know the age groups of people going on the India Encompassed tour in April 2024

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2023

      We have five confirmed here, all solo travellers, four born in the 1950s and 1960s, so a similar age to yourself.

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      Janice

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      Can I pay a deposit to secure my place on the 21st April trip, without submitting my passport details yet?

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      Apart from the train trips, will be travelling by private cars/vans and not public buses?

    • G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2023

      We can confirm you without your passport details at this time. Please use the Book Now button and update your passport information when your new one arrives.

    • G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2023

      Transportation used will include trains, private vehicles, public transport & planes. We use private buses for the group when driving between cities, and longer trips that require the train/plane are classified as public transport.

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      All internal flights are included in the cost of the tour.

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    Asked on January 16th, 2023

    Is this tour for women only? I see references to Women with Wheels, etc. and the reviews are from women, but I do not see other indications that it is a women's tour.

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2023

      This tour is open to all genders! The arrival transfer will be provided by our G Adventures-supported project Women With Wheels. This program provides safe and reliable transport for travellers while providing a dignified livelihood for a local woman from a resource-poor community. You will be greeted by a trained driver from the project with a G Adventures sign with your name on it.

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