On this North India group tour, cover the country’s greatest northern features, including the Golden Triangle and its array of treasures. Experience iconic major landmarks like the Taj Mahal and the spiritual ancient city of Varanasi with a twist, venture into the desert for a camel safari, and treat your taste buds to an abundance of delicious food. From bustling cities to rural villages, our Adventure Leaders take you off-the-beaten-track as you explore all that North India has to offer.
One amaizng adventure leader for your entire tour
Desert Trek, camping, Taj Mahal sunrise visit and much more!
All local transport throughout your tour, including flights between Jodhpur and Mumbai.
1 Breakfast, 1 dinner
Includes hostel accommodation, 2 overnight and 1 highspeed train during the day
Any optional activity not included in the tour and personal expenses like laundry, extra meals, shopping
International flights and airport departure tax (if any)
Depending upon your nationality, you may require a visa. Please check with the country's embassy website for more details.
Travel Insurance is needed and can be purchased separately.
Airport Pick Up & Drop Off are not included
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Day 1-2: Delhi |
Kick off your adventure with a group meeting, Hindi lesson, Old Delhi spice markets, street food, and temples. Play frisbee in Lodhi Gardens, visit Akshardham Temple, and explore Delhi's rich cultural sites.
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Day 3-4: Varanasi |
Travel to the spiritual heart of India and witness the breathtaking Ganga Aarti ceremony by boat. Explore Sarnath’s ancient ruins, sip local tulsi chai, and wander vibrant Varanasi markets before an overnight train to Agra.
Day 5: Agra
Arrive in Agra and relax or visit the stunning Agra Fort and Baby Taj. Spend the evening at Salt Café, gearing up for an early sunrise adventure.
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Day 6: Agra to Jaipur |
Experience the magic of the Taj Mahal at sunrise before heading to Jaipur. Watch the sunset over the Pink City from Nahargarh Fort.
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Day 7: Jaipur |
Explore Amber Palace, City Palace, Hawa Mahal, and Jantar Mantar. Optional balloon safari, temple visit, or a food tour to sample Rajasthani delights!
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Day 8: Jaipur |
Visit the sacred Monkey Temple and either chill in Jaipur or join a dance class before boarding the night train to the desert city of Jaisalmer.
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Day 9: Jaisalmer |
Discover the golden Jaisalmer Fort and Gadsisar Lake before venturing into the Thar Desert for a magical camel safari and a night under the stars.
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Day 10-11: Jodhpur |
Wake up in the desert and travel to Jodhpur. Explore the Blue City’s ancient wells and towers, and enjoy a free day with options like cooking classes or zip-lining.
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Day 12-14: Mumbai |
Fly to Mumbai and explore the city’s bustling heart, including the Dharavi Slum, Gateway of India, and vibrant Colaba District. Enjoy rooftop views and sample Mumbai's nightlife. Next day, departure from Mumbai with happy memories!
Check out our included activities for this India group tour below: Sis Ganj Sikh Temple visit (Delhi) Old Delhi Tour (Delhi) Akshardham Temple (Delhi) Hindi Language Lesson (Delhi) Watch Ganga Aarti Ceremony (Varanasi) Sunset Ghat Boat Tour (Varanasi) Taj Mahal Sunrise Visit (Agra) Monkey Temple (Jaipur) Desert Camping – including camel trek, campfire (seasonal), overnight stay under the stars, and watching the sunrise. (Jaisalmer) Blue City Orientation Walk (Jodhpur) Mumbai City Walking Tour (Mumbai) Meals Dinner and breakfast is provided when camping in the desert.
Activities that aren’t included: The clay company (Pottery Workshop)?- 2000 INR (Delhi) Humayun Tomb or Qutub Minar – 600 – 1200 INR (Delhi) Sunrise Boat Tour – 400 INR (Varanasi) Sarnath Buddhist and Hindu Archaeological Site – 800-1100 INR (Prices may vary depending on the group size) (Varanasi) Agra Fort and Baby Taj – 1100 -1400 INR (Agra) Indian Dance Class – 1000 INR (Jaipur) Nahagarth Fort viewpoint – 210 INR (Jaipur) Amber Fort – 1550 INR (Jaipur) Chowki Dhani – 750 – 1200 INR (transportation extra) (Jaipur) Food Court Tour – 300-450 INR (tripper dependent) (Jaipur) City Palace Entrance Fee at the Pink City – 700 INR (Jaipur) Jaisalmer Fort – 600 INR (Jaisalmer) Gadsisar Lake and Viewpoint – 100 INR (Jaisalmer) Flying Fox – 2099 INR (Jodhpur) Cooking Class – 2000 INR (plus transportation) (Jodhpur) Movie Night – 850–1250 INR (Mumbai) Dharavi Tour – 1000-1200 INR (Mumbai) Dhobi Ghat Malaxmi – 600 INR (Mumbai)
This tour starts in Delhi and ends in Mumbai. Throughout, all your local travel is included, excluding airport transfers.
You can find all of our set departure dates on the calendar at the top of the page. You can join a trip at any point – if you need to discuss a situation like this, such as joining a tour late, email our team on fly@exceltrips.com.
On this adventure tour, you’ll be based in hostels. All of the hostels we use are clean, comfortable, and well-located. In them, you’ll have all bedding provided for you, so no need to bring anything extra! Some of the hostels we use on this tour include: Zostel, Delhi Nomad’s Stay, Varanasi Hosteller, Agra Zostel, Jaipur Moustache Hostel, Jaisalmer Moustache Hostel, Jodhpur Locomo Hotel, Mumbai
While we get a huge range of people on this tour, we tend to see that this tour is most popular with people in their mid-20s to early 30s.
The use of Drones and other unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) is prohibited during this India adventure tour organized by Excel Trips. If you are in possession of a drone when entering the country it is your responsibility to be informed of and follow all local laws. This may include registering your drone with authorities. If you violate this policy or operate a drone illegally you are subject to removal from the tour as per our terms & conditions.
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