North India Unplugged

Itinerary

Days 1-2 Delhi

Discover the beating heart of Old Delhi. Its narrow streets burst with stores selling silk, copper and spices.

Days 3-5 Jaisalmer

Experience nomadic life on an overnight camel trek through the Thar Desert. Eat local specialties by the camp fire.

Days 6-7 Jodhpur

Admire views of the colossal Meherangarh Fort and wander among the vibrant saris and colourful produce of the Sadar Bazaar.

Days 8-10 Udaipur

India's most romantic city, Udaipur is a centre for artists and musicians. Get a traditional nail painting and have dinner at a rooftop restaurant.

Days 11-12 Pushkar

Mingle with holy men in spiritual Pushkar and perhaps take a walk to Savitri Temple for sunrise.

Days 13-14 Jaipur

Plenty of pink sandstone and the gorgeous detail of the Palace of the Winds is reason enough to visit Jaipur. See what all the hype is about at an optional Bollywood screening.

Day 15 Bharatpur

Take a relaxing ride through Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary. Otherwise, visit the surrounding villages to see development projects at work.

Days 16-17 Agra

Admire the elegant architecture of the Taj Mahal and uncover hidden views from the Red Fort. Sunrise over the iconic Taj is sublime and worth rising early for.

Days 18-20 Varanasi

The holiest place for Hindus, Varanasi is a city of ritual and ceremony. For a heady experience walk the ghats and take it all in.

Days 21-22 Kolkata

The former capital of British India boasts dramatic colonial architecture and the city also showcases poetry, art, music, film and theatre. Browse flower markets or sample the tangy Bengali cuisine.