Wendy Wu Highlights of India

– Discover the colourful bazaars of Delhi
– Cruise the river Ganges at dawn
– Marvel at the magnificent Taj Mahal
– See the temples of Khajuraho
– Visit the imposing Mehrangarh Fort
– Soak up the romance of the city of Udaipur

Days 1-2: Fly to Delhi
Fly overnight to Delhi, India’s capital.

Day 3: Discover Delhi
Sightseeing today begins with a visit to the Red Fort and a walk through Chandni Chowk Bazaar to Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque. We have a brief stop at India Gate and Parliament House. We also visit Gandhi Smriti, where Gandhi was assassinated, and Qutab Minar.

Day 4: Agra
Depart for Agra and visit Agra Fort, a hulking mass of red sandstone sat on the banks of the Yamuna River. The Fort was established in the 16th-century but has been much added to over time, making it an eclectic mix of architectural styles. Later, visit the Taj Mahal, an architectural marvel.

Day 5: Taj Mahal
Take a train to Jhansi this morning, with a change in Orchha en route. Continue to Khajuraho, home of the famous Khajuraho temples. This evening enjoy a cultural dance performance.

Day 6: Khajuraho
Today, tour the eastern and western groups of Khajuraho’s impressive temples. Fly to Varanasi and take a rickshaw to the atmospheric ghats on the River Ganges, where you’ll witness a ‘Ganga Aart’, a puja ceremony to the river goddess.

Day 7:River Ganges
Take an early morning boat ride along the River Ganges, followed by a brief city tour of Varanasi. Later this afternoon visit the Buddhist sites at Sarnath.

Day 8: Jaipur
Fly to Jaipur where you have the rest of the day to explore the city on your own, before experiencing a traditional dance performance.

Day 9: Hawa Mahal & Amber Fort
We begin with a stop at Hawa Mahal, Palace of the Winds before continuing to Amber Fort. After trying our hand at some block painting and carpet weaving, we visit Maharajas City Palace and Jantar Mantar Observatory. Enjoy a traditional dinner and dance performance in the evening.

Days 10: Jodhpur
Drive to Jodhpur. Have the afternoon at leisure before taking a walking tour to explore the local vegetable and spice market in the evening.

Day 11: Explore Jodhpur
This morning visit Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada and the museum located in the Umaid Bhawan Palace. Take an auto rickshaw to a local restaurant for lunch before enjoying the afternoon at leisure.

Day 12: Lake Pichola
Drive to Udaipur, a city of lakes, palaces and temples. Relax on a cruise along Lake Pichola, admiring the city’s grand architecture from the water.

Day 13: Romantic Udaipur
Today, explore the city, starting with a drive around Fateh Sagar Lake. Stop at the Folk Museum, Mewar Art Gallery and Sahelion Ki Bari Gardens. Later, visit the flamboyant City Palace and admire its delightful infusion of Rajasthani and Mughal styles.

Day 14: Bundi
Drive to Bundi and take a stroll through the town, discovering its unique and beautiful stepwells, stopping en route at Chittor Fort. One of the largest forts in India, Chittor sprawls across a hilltop overlooking the town of Chittorgarh. Once in Bundi, take a stroll through the town, discovering the unique stepwells.

Day 15: Ranthambore National Park
Today, travel to Ranthambore National Park. On arrival, enjoy an afternoon at leisure.

Day 16: Ranthambore Safaris
Take both early morning and afternoon safaris in Ranthambore National Park for opportunities to spot the magnificent wildlife, including leopards and Bengal tigers.

Day 17: Delhi
Travel to Delhi by train and spend the rest of the day at leisure

Day 18: Fly Delhi to UK
Fly to the UK, arriving home later the same or following day.

Your accommodation has been selected for convenience of location, comfort or character, and can range from a business hotel in one city to a family-run guesthouse in a smaller town or a heritage-type hotel. In remote areas, accommodation may be of a lower standard and may not have western amenities.

– Return international flights
– All Accommodation
– All meals: 16 breakfasts, 15 lunches and 16 dinners
– All transportation & transfers
– All sightseeing & entrance fees
– English speaking National Escort & local guides
– Visa fees for UK & EU passport holders

Classic

These tours are designed for those who wish to see the iconic sites and magnificent treasures of India on an excellent value group tour whilst travelling with like-minded people. The tours are on a fully-inclusive basis so you’ll travel with the assurance that all your arrangements are taken care of. You will be accompanied by our dedicated and professional National Escort or local guides, whose unparalleled knowledge will turn your holiday into an unforgettable experience.

Most Wendy Wu groups consist of 10 travellers or more and will be accompanied by a National Escort. There will usually be no more than 28 travellers in each group although you may encounter other Wendy Wu tour groups while you are travelling.

This tour has a Level 1 fitness rating. This means that a reasonable level of fitness is required but it’s more about spending time on your feet rather than covering large distances. You’ll be getting on and off coaches and boats, walking around the sights and climbing some steps.