Discover unique wildlife, fascinating culture and spectacular Moghul architecture
Discover unique wildlife, fascinating culture and spectacular Moghul architecture
Northern India conjures up colourful images of turbans, saris, rickshaws and flavoursome curries. On this trip we sample it all, visiting the Pink City of Jaipur, home to the former Maharaja’s Palace and hilltop Amber Fort. We also stop at Agra and the serene Taj Mahal, which fully live up to expectations. Our early morning boat ride along the mist-shrouded ghats of Varanasi is both fascinating and deeply moving; an experience only equalled by spotting a tiger in Ranthambore National Park. This itinerary is valid for departures from 1 Sep, 2023 to 31 Dec, 2023. For other departure dates, please contact us.
During October/November and from February to April, the days are normally warm or hot and nights cool or mild. Humidity is very low and little or no rain falls. It gets very cold in the early mornings and evenings in December, January and into February and warm clothes are essential.
Fog is also a factor to consider during this period as it often affects transport. Winter departures could therefore experience severe train delays or cancellations. Should this happen, the group will travel on a comfortable private bus overnight. During this time, nightly temperatures in Delhi can be very cold and only a little above freezing. The evenings and early mornings (particularly at Ranthambore Tiger Reserve) can be surprisingly cool too, so come prepared for both cold and hot temperatures during the winter period.
In July, August and September, expect hot (or very hot) days and warm nights. Rain is also possible at any time from the end of June until September and can be very heavy. However, it moderates the temperatures.
This trip is rated Activity Level: 1 (Leisurely).
This holiday covers the highlights of northern India in a short time, which means the itinerary is generally fast-paced. There is a lot to see, but everything is scheduled so it doesn’t feel too rushed.
However, you should prepare for some long days and early starts. The times stated in the Trip Notes are driving times and do not include photo, tea, comfort or lunch breaks. Journeys can sometimes take longer due to local traffic or road damage. This includes the Day 1 trip from Delhi to Jaipur, which may take between five and seven hours depending upon traffic conditions. We recommend an extra night in Delhi at the start of the trip if you’d prefer not to do this journey after your flight.
Additionally, fog is common in December and January, which can sometimes slow us down.
Departures in these months may also experience severe train delays or cancellations. If a severe delay occurs, the group will travel overnight on a private comfortable bus instead. In the rare event we can’t travel by bus or fly, we have an alternative itinerary in which we visit Bharatpur, Deeg Palace and Mathura instead of Varanasi.
Come prepared: India can be challenging, while the heat and bustle of some cities can be a little overwhelming. That said, there are peaceful spots and you will undoubtedly return with memories to last a lifetime.
Please note, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is responsible for the conservation of many monuments in India, including the Taj Mahal, and very occasionally this may mean that work is taking place at sites visited on this trip. The ASI’s schedule is never published, so it is not possible to warn you when work will be taking place.
Festivals: Holi and Diwali
Some departures coincide with Holi and Diwali. These can be local celebrations within communities and families and are not necessarily marked to the same extent throughout the country. We will seek opportunities to see the festivities; however, we cannot guarantee what will be happening in the local area during the trip.
Holi celebrations typically involve people throwing coloured powders and water at each other and smearing powder on each other’s faces. This tends to be done in local communities and families, so it is not always possible to be involved (though you may see the colourful results of this boisterous festival on the streets). During Holi, local monuments and markets will close, so departures over Holi will have a slight adjustment to the itinerary. In Jaipur, sightseeing will be limited, so where necessary we will included a cultural day to see local musicians and dancers perform; there may also be an opportunity to join in: playing with colours, dancing, and enjoying food and drinks. You can also purchase locally the traditional white kurta outfit to look the part and avoid getting your own clothes covered in the coloured powders.
During Diwali, the festival of lights to mark the start of the Hindu New Year, people may light up their houses and shops and sometimes celebrate on the streets with fireworks. Lasting up to five days, it is difficult for us to predict what will be going on in the areas we visit. Where something is happening, we will endeavour to see how we can witness the festivities.
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TILLGÄNGLIGA DATUM | PRIS (1 VUXEN) | PRIS (1 BARN) | Enkelrumstillägg | STATUS RESA | |
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sön, 14 apr 2024 / mån, 22 apr 2024 | NOK 18 365 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | Tillgängliga | |
fre, 19 jul 2024 / lör, 27 jul 2024 | NOK 15 635 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | Tillgängliga | |
sön, 06 okt 2024 / mån, 14 okt 2024 | NOK 18 365 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | Tillgängliga | |
sön, 13 okt 2024 / mån, 21 okt 2024 | NOK 18 365 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | Tillgängliga | |
sön, 20 okt 2024 / mån, 28 okt 2024 | NOK 18 365 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | Tillgängliga | |
sön, 03 nov 2024 / mån, 11 nov 2024 | NOK 18 365 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | Tillgängliga | |
sön, 17 nov 2024 / mån, 25 nov 2024 | NOK 18 365 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | Tillgängliga | |
sön, 24 nov 2024 / mån, 02 dec 2024 | NOK 18 365 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | Tillgängliga | |
sön, 01 dec 2024 / mån, 09 dec 2024 | NOK 18 365 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | Tillgängliga | |
sön, 22 dec 2024 / mån, 30 dec 2024 | NOK 18 365 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | Tillgängliga |
TILLGÄNGLIGA DATUM | PRIS (1 VUXEN) | PRIS (1 BARN) | ENKELRUMSTILLÄGG | STATUS RESA | |
sön, 14 apr 2024 / mån, 22 apr 2024 | NOK 18 365 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | På förfrågan | |
fre, 19 jul 2024 / lör, 27 jul 2024 | NOK 15 635 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | På förfrågan | |
sön, 06 okt 2024 / mån, 14 okt 2024 | NOK 18 365 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | På förfrågan | |
sön, 13 okt 2024 / mån, 21 okt 2024 | NOK 18 365 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | På förfrågan | |
sön, 20 okt 2024 / mån, 28 okt 2024 | NOK 18 365 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | På förfrågan | |
sön, 03 nov 2024 / mån, 11 nov 2024 | NOK 18 365 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | På förfrågan | |
sön, 17 nov 2024 / mån, 25 nov 2024 | NOK 18 365 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | På förfrågan | |
sön, 24 nov 2024 / mån, 02 dec 2024 | NOK 18 365 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | På förfrågan | |
sön, 01 dec 2024 / mån, 09 dec 2024 | NOK 18 365 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | På förfrågan | |
sön, 22 dec 2024 / mån, 30 dec 2024 | NOK 18 365 | På förfrågan | NOK 2 665 | På förfrågan |
Vi återkommer till dig med ett erbjudande för den efterfrågade resan/paketet inom 48 timmar. Alla erbjudanden är icke bindande och gäller vanligtvis i 7 dagar. Observera att reserverade tjänster kan avbokas inom dessa 7 dagar och att priset kan ändras tills en slutlig beställning tas emot.
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