India North and South Trails

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of New Delhi and Old Delhi. Visit Qutub Minar, drive past the Lotus Temple, and explore Humayun’s Tomb. Continue with a drive past Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. Enjoy lunch at a local Delhi restaurant. In the afternoon, explore Old Delhi, visiting Raj Ghat and driving past the Red Fort. Experience a short rickshaw ride through the Chandni Chowk spice market.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Agra, the “City of Love.” Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing, proceed for a guided tour of Agra. Visit Agra Fort, including Moti Masjid, Octagonal Tower, Jahangir Palace, Diwan-i-Aam, and Diwan-i-Khas. Explore Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb, and later visit Mehtab Bagh to enjoy the sunset view of the Taj Mahal. After the tour, you may spend some time shopping or return to your hotel for overnight stay.

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Early morning, visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise (closed on Fridays), one of the world’s most iconic and beautiful monuments. After the tour, return to the hotel for breakfast, then check out and drive to Jaipur, the “Pink City.” En route, visit Fatehpur Sikri, the historic deserted city built by the Mughal Empire in 1571 with red sandstone. Explore the Tomb of Salim Chishti, Buland Darwaza, Diwan-i-Khas, and Panch Mahal. After completing the sightseeing at Fatehpur Sikri, continue the drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Jaipur. Visit Amber Fort with an optional elephant or jeep ride. (If time permits, you may also take an optional tour to Nahargarh Fort and Jaigarh Fort.) Explore City Palace and Jantar Mantar, and drive past Jal Mahal and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). Conclude with a visit to Birla Temple. After the guided tour, you may spend some time shopping or return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Jaipur Airport to board your flight to Mumbai. Upon arrival at Mumbai Airport, our G Experiences representative will assist you and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Mumbai. Visit the Gateway of India, Elephanta Caves (closed on Mondays), Gandhi Memorial, Parliament House, Marine Drive, Prince of Wales Museum, Hanging Gardens, Jain Temples, Kamla Nehru Garden, and Juhu Chowpatty. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Mumbai Airport to board your flight to Bangalore. Upon arrival at Bangalore Airport, our G Experiences representative will assist you and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing, proceed for a guided tour of Bangalore, visiting Lalbagh Botanical Garden, the 16th-century Bull Temple, and drive past Vidhana Soudha. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Mysore. En route, visit Srirangapatna Fort, Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary, and Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace. Upon arrival in Mysore, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing, visit the Brindavan Gardens with its spectacular musical fountain, followed by a visit to the flower and sandalwood markets and the handicraft museum. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Mysore. Visit the Mysore Palace, renowned for its exquisite carvings and impressive collection of artworks from around the world. Continue to Chamundi Hills for a panoramic view of Mysore city, and explore the Raja Rajendra Art Gallery, which houses a remarkable collection of paintings by Raja Ravi Varma. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Bangalore Airport to board your flight to Cochin. Upon arrival at Cochin Airport, our G Experiences representative will assist you and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour of Cochin. Visit Fort Kochi, Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church, Marine Drive, Hill Palace, Dutch Palace, Pareekshit Thampuran Museum, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, Bolgatty Island, and Indo-Portuguese Museum. In the evening, enjoy a Kathakali dance performance, one of India’s most famous classical dances, known for its lavish costumes, intricate makeup, expressive masks, and detailed gestures.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Periyar. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is one of India’s largest wildlife sanctuaries, covering 777 sq. km (300 sq. miles) and designated as a Tiger Reserve. Upon arrival in Periyar, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. Later, enjoy a half-day tour of Periyar, which may include bamboo rafting, border hiking, and an elephant safari at the sanctuary.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Madurai. En route, visit Chokkanathar Temple and Samanar Hills (also known as Samanar Malai or Amanarmalai) at Keelakuilkudi. Upon arrival in Madurai, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing, proceed for a guided tour of Madurai, visiting Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, Gandhi Memorial Museum, and Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam. In the evening, experience the prayer ceremony at Meenakshi Temple.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Thanjavur. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Thanjavur, visiting Schwartz Memorial & Church, Sivaganga Garden, Lord Murugan Temple, Brihadeeswara Temple, and Thanjavur Maratha Palace. After the tour, you may spend some time shopping or return to your hotel for overnight stay.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Puducherry. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Puducherry, visiting Auroville, Aurobindo Ashram, Government Museum, The Sacred Heart Basilica, French War Memorial, Mahe de Labourdonnais Street, and Pondy Bazaar. Also explore Memorial House, Manakula Vinayagar Temple, and Vedapureeswarar Temple. In the evening, enjoy a heritage walk in the French quarters, spotting the beautiful yellow and white walls, European-style streets, and a scenic walk along the sea.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Mahabalipuram. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Mahabalipuram. Visit Thirukadalmallai, Shore Temple, Pancha Pandava Rathas, Arjuna’s Penance, the caves, Krishna’s Butterball, and the India Seashell Museum. Also, explore Mahabalipuram Beach, enjoying the scenic views of the Shore Temple and opportunities for surfing.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to Chennai, with an en-route visit to Kanchipuram, the city of 1,000 temples and one of the seven sacred Hindu cities in India. Explore Kamakshi Amman Temple, Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple, Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Ekambareswarar Temple, and Ulagalanda Perumal Temple, which houses a massive statue of Lord Vishnu. After completing the visit to Kanchipuram, continue the drive to Chennai. Upon arrival, check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Chennai. Visit Kapaleeshwar Temple, Sri Parthasarathy Temple, Ramakrishna Temple, Fort St. George (the oldest fort in Chennai), National Art Gallery, St. Mary’s Church, Anna Zoological Park, Birla Planetarium, Kalakshetra, and Theosophical Society. Explore the Secretariat and Legislative Assembly of Tamil Nadu, and visit the famous Marina Beach (the second largest urban beach in the world) and Elliots Beach. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Chennai Airport to board your flight to Kolkata. Upon arrival at Kolkata Airport, our G Experiences representative will assist you and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day guided tour of Kolkata. Visit the Victoria Memorial, Science City, Metro Rail, Belur Math, Mother Teresa’s Home, Chinatown, and the Vidyasagar Setu. After the guided tour, you may spend some time shopping or return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Kolkata Airport to board your flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. After refreshing, proceed for a guided tour of Sarnath, an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists. Visit the Dhamek Stupa, Archaeological Museum, Chaukhandi Stupa, and the Tibetan Buddhist Monastery, known for its peaceful and traditional ambiance. After completing the tour of Sarnath, drive back to Varanasi. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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Early in the morning, enjoy a boat ride on the River Ganges, then return to your hotel for breakfast. Afterwards, proceed for a guided tour of Varanasi, visiting Tulsi Manas Temple, Durga Temple, Shri Vishwanath Temple, and Sankat Mochan Temple, four of the most famous temples in the city. Also explore Bharat Mata Temple, Banaras Hindu University, and Birla Mandir. In the evening, experience the Ganga Aarti ceremony performed on the ghats of the river, a spiritual and mesmerizing ritual.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Varanasi Airport to board your flight to New Delhi. Upon arrival at New Delhi Airport, our G Experiences representative will assist you and transfer you to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities.

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After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to New Delhi Airport to board your flight for your onward journey or return home.