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India Adventure Tour - The Ganges
From $1400 AUD
Trip Information
Starts In: Delhi
Ends In: Delhi
Duration: 15
Days.
Departs: Selected Wed & Sun
Group Size: 1-¸.¤.
Transport: Overnight train, boat, jeep local bus, camel, cycle and auto-rickshaw
Accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses, camping, overnight train
Activity: Guided Tour
Ages: Open
Tour Code: ADVHSG
Operator Code: INTREP12
Countries Visited
India
Trip Highlights
- Taj Mahal and Red Fort (Agra)
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Amber Palace (Jaipur)
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Sunset candle flower ceremony (Varanasi)
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Full support crew for sailing (River Ganges)
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Camel Safari (Pushkar)
Full Itinerary
Journey down the Mother Ganges, India's most sacred river, heart of the Hindu faith and the soul of the nation. Its banks and waters play host to the most intimate rituals of life and death. Add a desert camel safari, colourful cultural experiences, royal palaces and the incomparable Taj Mahal and you've got a great Indian experience. Days 1-2 Delhi A cacophany of noise, colour and smells, chaotic Delhi is surely one of the country's most interesting cities. Days 3-4 River Ganges Boat Trip Kick back and watch the world float by on this Ganges river cruise. Pass village communities and view the abundance of life on this most spiritual of waterways. Days 5-7 Varanasi India's religious heart is alive with brightly clothed devotees who line the ghats, twisting alleyways, shrines and temples. Soak up this magical atmosphere during a candle-lit flower ceremony or visit Sarnath, the site of Buddha's first sermon. Day 8 Agra The Mughal city of Agra is justly famous for its iconic masterpiece, the beautiful Taj Mahal. Make sure to tear yourself away from this stunning mausoleum and make a visit to the impressive Red Fort. Days 9-10 Jaipur Explore the city's museums, visit the Amber Fort or pick up some semi-precious stones at one of the famed bazaars. Day 11 Roopangarh Fort Complete with a serpentine entrance, turrets and a grand hall, the Roopangarh Fort is a truly majestic place to stay. When you tire of playing maharajahs, wander down and explore the rural village below. Days 12-13 Pushkar From the enchanting whitewashed temples of Pushkar, set off into the desert on camel back. Spend a night feasting and listening to the traditional songs of Rajasthani nomads performed around the campfire. Days 14-15 Delhi Cross over Snake Mountain to the Muslim city of Ajmer and catch a train back to crazy Delhi for a final spot of shopping. Meals
Meal Inclusions- 4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 4 Dinners
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