Tour in North India

India, discover this 16-day trip

Trip Description

During this stay in North India, you will discover the must-sees that make the country famous. From the ancient Rajput kingdoms to Benares, the beacon of Hinduism on the banks of the Ganges, you will discover extravagant palaces, impregnable citadels, but also villages often untouched by time.

Accomodation

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Stay program

  • day 1

    Flight to Delhi

    Upon your arrival at Delhi airport, you will be greeted by your guide, who will take you to your hotel.

  • day 2

    Delhi

    In the morning, you will set out to discover the old Mughal city, which combines the Middle Ages and modernity. You will visit Humayun's Tomb and the Qutub Minar.

  • day 3

    Delhi - Jodhpur

    In the afternoon, you will visit the Meherangarh fortress, which overlooks the city from more than 120 meters high. You will then discover the Jaswant Thada cenotaph and the Clock Tower market.

  • day 4

    Jodhpur - Jojawar

    In the morning, you will take the road to Jojawar. In the afternoon, you will take the local train through the wild Aravalli hills, from Phulad to Khamil Ghat.

  • day 5

    Jojawar - Ranakpur - Udaipur

    This morning, you will board a Jeep to meet the Rebari shepherds, semi-nomadic breeders of sheep and dromedaries. You will then take the road to Ranakpur. You will visit the city before continuing your journey to Udaipur, nicknamed "the white city".

  • day 6

    Udaipur

    Early in the morning, you will leave for a bike ride in the surrounding countryside. You will discover the Fateh Sagar and Badi lakes as well as the Maharana's palace. You will continue your day with a visit to the Vishnuite temple of Jagdish and a walk in the old town. At the end of the day, you will go for a boat ride on Lake Pichola.

  • day 7

    Udaipur - Chittorgarh - Bundi

    In the morning, you head towards Chittorgarh, where you will visit the impressive citadel, marked by the tragedy of the sacrifice of the Rajput warriors. Then, you will take the road to Bundi. On the way, you will discover the sanctuaries of Menal and Bijolia.

  • day 8

    Bundi - Jaipur

    In the morning, you will go to discover the princely city of Bundi, notably the Taragarh fort and the Rajput palace, Chitra Mahal. You will stroll through the old town and its bazaar. In the afternoon, you will take the road to Jaipur, "the pink city", capital of Rajasthan.

  • day 9

    Jaipur

    Today, visit of the city of Jaipur. You will discover the Palace of Winds, the Amber Fort, the Anokhi Museum, the City Palace, but also the Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory. At the end of the day, you will stroll through the lively bazaars of the city.

  • day 10

    Jaipur - Agra

    Early in the morning, you will take the road towards Agra. On the way, you will visit the Fatehpur Sikri site, a UNESCO World Heritage site, as well as the famous Taj Mahal. You will also discover the Red Fort of Agra.

  • day 11

    Agra - Jhansi - Orchha

    In the morning, you will take the train to Jhansi, heading towards Orchha, the former royal capital of the Bundela Rajput clan. You will visit the two immense labyrinthine palaces of Jahangir Mahal and Raj Mahal, as well as the Lakshmi Narayan temple.

  • day 12

    Orchha - Khajuraho

    In the morning, head to Khajurâho, where you will discover sumptuous sanctuaries listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites. At the end of the day, you will attend a traditional dance performance.

  • day 13

    Khajuraho - Varanasi

    Today, you will take a flight to Varanasi, a beacon of Hinduism. You will be welcomed at the airport and transferred to your hotel. At the end of the day, rickshaw ride to the ghats.

  • day 14

    Varanasi

    At sunrise, you will leave for a boat ride on the Ganges. You will then visit the old city on foot, including the Aurangzeb Mosque, the Golden Temple, the Durga sanctuary, etc.

  • day 15

    Varanasi - Delhi

    This morning, visit to the pleasant campus of the great Hindu University of Benares and the largest temple in the city, the sanctuary of Vishvanatham. At the end of the day, you will be transferred to the airport to take your flight to Delhi, then your international flight.

  • day 16

    Delhi / Return flight

    Return flight. End of our services.

  • Duration : 16 days from
  • Destinations: : India