North India Unplugged
Trip Details
- Duration: 22 day(s)
- Visited Areas: India
Join a far-flung adventure to one of the planet's most exotic destinations on this 22 day adventure. Camels silhouetted on a desert landscape, towering fortresses above a city square, vibrant colours in a busy bazaar, pilgrims praying on the river ghats, Maharajah mementos in a ghostly palace - welcome to a litany of magic and life. Discover well-known sites and hidden secrets, from the beating heart of Delhi to the City of Joy - this is the chaos and inspiration of India.
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Itinerary
Days 1-2 Delhi
Discover the beating heart of Old Delhi - its narrow streets burst with stores selling silk, copper and spices. Board an overnight sleeper train and head towards Rajasthan.
Days 6-7 Jodhpur
Sip on a lassi and admire views of the colossal Mehrangarh Fort. Wander among colourful saris and sparkling bangles in the Sadar Bazaar, one of the oldest markets in India.
Days 8-10 Udaipur
India's most romantic city, Udaipur, is a centre for artists and musicians. Why not have dinner at a rooftop restaurant overlooking the lake.
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
See the intricate, pink sandstone latticework of the Hawa Mahal, the 'Palace of the Winds'. Have a unique cinema experience at an optional Bollywood movie screening.
Day 15 Bharatpur
Why not take a relaxing bicycle ride through the Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary.
Days 16-17 Agra
Discover spectacular views from the Red Fort and admire the elegant architecture of the Taj Mahal of Agra - sunrise over this iconic monument is worth rising early for.
Days 18-20 Varanasi
The holiest place for Hindus, Varanasi is a city of ritual and ceremony. Walk the ghats for a heady experience or hire a boat and see the city from the water.
Days 21-22 Kolkata
The former capital of British India boasts dramatic colonial architecture. The city also showcases poetry, art, music, film and theatre. Browse flower markets or sample the tangy Bengali cuisine.
Days 3-5 Jaisalmer/Thar Desert
From Jaisalmer, experience nomadic life on an overnight camel safari through the Thar Desert. Eat local specialties by the camp fire and sleep under a blanket of stars.