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Essential India, North and South
17 days from £5795 per person

Delhi | Agra | Ranthambore | Jaipur | Udaipur | Cochin | Alleppey | Backwaters | Mararikulam



This journey combines the fascinating historical and natural highlights of the northern regions of Delhi, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh with the beautiful, serene southern state of Kerala. From the Mughul and Imperial monuments of Delhi, the Taj Mahal, tigers in the wild, and glorious Rajasthani forts and palaces of Jaipur and Udaipur, to the tranquil backwaters and lazy beaches of Kerala, experience the true essence of this rich and diverse land, taking in some of its most exciting sights, hotels and adventures. This holiday is purely a suggested itinerary. It can be booked as is or alternatively used as a starting point for creating your own perfect tailor made trip to India.


Itinerary Details

Day 1 - In Transit

Overnight flight to Delhi.

Day 2 - The Imperial Hotel - Delhi

Arrive and transfer to your hotel. Afternoon tour of New Delhi.

Day 3 - The Imperial Hotel - Delhi

Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Old Delhi and spend the afternoon with your driver shopping.

Day 4 - Trident Agra - Agra

Take a train to Agra. Explore the Red Fort and visit the Taj Mahal.

Day 5 - Aman-i-Khas - Ranthambore

Re-visit the Taj Mahal for sunrise. Later take the train to Ranthambore National Park.

Day 6 - Aman-i-Khas - Ranthambore

Morning and afternoon game drives.

Day 7 - Rambagh Palace - Jaipur

Morning game drive in the park. Afternoon drive to Jaipur.

Day 8 - Rambagh Palace - Jaipur

Full day visiting the Amber Fort and Jaipur City Palace.

Day 9 - The Oberoi Udaivilas - Udaipur

Fly to Udaipur. Take a tour of the City Palace.

Day 10 - The Oberoi Udaivilas - Udaipur

Boat ride on Lake Pichola. Afternoon at leisure.

Day 11 - Brunton Boatyard - Cochin

Fly to Cochin and transfer to your hotel.

Day 12 - Brunton Boatyard - Cochin

Full day sightseeing with time for shopping.

Day 13 - Privacy - Alleppey

Drive to the Allepey for a peaceful afternoon relaxing at your backwater retreat.

Day 14 - Discovery Houseboat - Backwaters

Morning board the Discovery House Boat and spend the afternoon cruising.

Day 15 - Marari Beach Resort - Mararikulam

Late morning transfer to the Mararikulam. Relax in your Deluxe Pool Villa.

Day 16 - Marari Beach Resort - Mararikulam

The day is at leisure.

Day 17 - In Transit

Return flight to the UK via Dubai.


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