Accommodation

13 nights of accommodation *Note for Single Upgrades: Night 12 will be a multishare overnight train. Our accommodation in India is a great mix of old and new! All our accommodation is twin or double share with aircon and ensuite facilities. Each one was personally tested by us to make sure it met our standards. They are clean and are in great locations to explore from. During this tour we stay in some special accommodation such as our glamping spot in Pushkar, and a few Havelis (beautiful traditional Indian buildings) along the way.

Transport

Public high-end A/C buses, tuk-tuks, 1 flight, sleeper trains (3rd class A/C) Transport in India can be a little daunting! That’s why we have sourced clean and comfortable transport, which is a mix of public and private, for the whole tour. Everything from tuk-tuks in the old streets of Dehli to jeep Safaris in Bikaner to the famous Indian overnight trains which will take you across the state is included and will get you to each destination smoothly. The only transport we don’t provide is your transfers to/from the airport on Day 1 and Day 14.

Others

Traditional Welcome Dinner Delhi City Tour inc Sikh mega kitchen & Lotus Temple Jeep safari Visit world renowned camel research centre Extra dinner-Jaipur Sunrise & Sunset at the Taj Mahal Bollywood Movie Jaipur Market Tour Monkey Temple Camel Desert Safari Pushkar Brahmin Offerings Desert Glamping with pool Interactive cooking demo Jodhpur Blue City Tour Mehrangarh Fort Visit with Audio Guide Udaipur Sunset Boat Cruise Bike Ride and Walks through Local Villages & Farms Heritage Haveli Stays Overnight Train Experience Guided Delhi Food Tasting Tour Wedding Street Walk Local Legends In Each Location, One Life Guide Throughout

Guide

Local One Life Guide from Day 1 to Day 14

Meals

○ 13 Breakfasts ○ 5 Dinners The food in India needs no introduction! It’s cuisine is one of the most famous in the world, with good reason. What we can tell you is this; if you haven’t eaten India food in India then you’re in for a treat. Sumptuous feasts of curries, rice, breads, and sauces will cover the tables. Grilled chicken and lamb, tandooris, sweets, and of course fresh chai tea on the side of the road. India is also a paradise for vegetarians and vegans! Get ready to sample some of the best food in each city we visit with the help of our local guides. For you real foodies out there we also include an interactive cooking demo at our camp, and a guided food tasting tour of Dehl!

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Optional

Jeep safari, Visit to the world renowned camel research centre Extra dinner-Jaipur Elephant Experience Jaipur Amber Fort Jaipur City Palace Jaipur City Palace Udaipur

Insurance

Travel insurance is required for all of our tours

Others

Tipping Pre and post tour accommodation Arrival and departure transfers Flights to and from India

Flights

International flights are not included

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Day 1 Arrive In India
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrive In India

Welcome to India, a country that requires little introduction. This vast subcontinent is a tapestry of unrivaled cultures, offering phenomenal cuisine, warm hospitality, remarkable diversity, and immersive architecture shaped by religion, pride, patriotism, and history.

Arrive anytime throughout the day and meet your group leader at your hotel in the heart of New Delhi. Tonight, you’ll venture out as a group for your welcome dinner and your first chance to sample that famous Indian cuisine.

Looking for an airport pick-up before your tour starts? We offer airport transfers, run by the ’Women With Wheels’ programme based in New Delhi. Add this option on during checkout.
Day 2 Delhi City Tour & Street Food Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Delhi City Tour & Street Food Tour

After breakfast, you’ll head out with your local guide through the streets of Delhi and get your first real introduction to Indian life. The first stop is a beautiful Sikh Temple, where your local legend will educate you on this important religion and culture. Next, step into the huge community kitchen, where Sikhs provide free meals to residents of the city, every day. Watch how thousands of chapatis are made and stir the giant curry pots yourself.

After lunch, you’ll visit the illustrious Lotus Temple and wander through the gardens. You’ll head inside the Temple for a moment of silence and reflect on your reasons for visiting this great country.

In the evening, you will be transferred to Old Delhi, a chaotic city lost in time. Your guide will educate the group on the area and fill your bellies with Indian sweets and snacks. You will then be taken by rickshaws (similar to Tuk-Tuks) through Chandni Chowk to Mutton Street. Chandni Chowk, known as the "Moonlit Market," is a bustling hub of vibrant bazaars, eclectic stalls, and historic shrines, embodying the essence of Old Delhi’s dynamic lifestyle. During the tour, you’ll enjoy some of the most delicious skewers and Islamic food available.
Day 3 Agra, Sunnset At The Taj Mahal
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Agra, Sunnset At The Taj Mahal

After breakfast, you’ll transfer to Agra by train and check into your hotel. In the afternoon you will take Tuk Tuks to a quiet garden south of the Taj Mahal to view this magnificent structure away from the crowds at sunset. This serene setting offers a much quieter and unique way to appreciate this spectacular building.

Tomorrow, you’ll head inside, but today is all about enjoying the beauty that this monument has to offer. You’ll grab dinner in the evening and get an early night as we are up for sunrise tomorrow.
Day 4 Agra, Sunrise Taj Mahal & Bollywood Movie
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Agra, Sunrise Taj Mahal & Bollywood Movie

It’s an early start today as you wake up at the crack of dawn to head to the Taj Mahal to beat the crowds and experience it in almost perfect silence. Your new local guide will show you the best spots to see the building, where Princess Diana took that famous shot and of course the fascinating story of romance behind one of the world’s most recognisable buildings. As you head inside, learn all the secrets that most people don’t know about what makes the Taj Mahal so special. Afterwards, you’ll head back to the hotel for breakfast and then take a bus to Jaipur.

Jaipur, also known as the pink city, is truly a feast for the eyes. The stunning palaces, majestic forts, and lush royal gardens showcase the grandeur of this 18th-century city. The pastel pink heritage buildings are set against vibrant bazaars. The local food is equally colorful with unique flavors. The locals’ colorful outfits, unique jewelry, and love for folk songs and dances make this Pink City a treasure of Rajasthani culture.

This evening, watch a Bollywood movie the way the director intended it to be watched, in one of the grandest theatres in the world.
Day 5 Jaipur: Pink City, Hawa Mahal
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Jaipur: Pink City, Hawa Mahal

After breakfast in the hotel, your guide will take you on an orientation walk of the old town. You’ll visit the local market, understand the origins of the “Pink City,” meet some locals and market traders and learn all about the spices that are synonymous with Indian cooking. You’ll also view the excellent Palace of the Winds - Jaipur’s signature palace made of red and pink sandstone.

Next, jump in some Tuk Tuks to visit Galta-Ji, also known as the Monkey Temple. This temple, built into the hills, is home to hundreds of grey long-tailed Asian monkeys. You will have the rest of the day free to explore the other sites of Jaipur.
Day 6 Pushkar, Blessing On The Lake
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Pushkar, Blessing On The Lake

After breakfast in the hotel, your guide will take you on an orientation walk of the old town. You’ll visit the local market, understand the origins of the “Pink City,” meet some locals and market traders and learn all about the spices that are synonymous with Indian cooking. You’ll also view the excellent Palace of the Winds - Jaipur’s signature palace made of red and pink sandstone.

Next, jump in some Tuk Tuks to visit Galta-Ji, also known as the Monkey Temple. This temple, built into the hills, is home to hundreds of grey long-tailed Asian monkeys. You will have the rest of the day free to explore the other sites of Jaipur.
Day 7 Udaipur, Sunset Cruise On Lake Pichola
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Udaipur, Sunset Cruise On Lake Pichola

Today you’ll return to Ajmer before taking the train to Udaipur, the “White City” – also known as the city of lakes. It is also the location for filming the James Bond film, Octopussy! The lakes and architecture provide a perfect balance between the hectic and the tranquil and no better way to experience this is with a walk through the markets and old town and finishing with a private sunset cruise on the lake. Afterwards, you’ll head to one of our favourite rooftop restaurants for dinner with a view.
Day 8 Udaipur, Bike Tour & Cooking Demonstration
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Udaipur, Bike Tour & Cooking Demonstration

It will be an early start today as you head out of town for a bike ride village tour. Your guide, who is from the local village, will introduce you to the ways the locals live. They will teach you about their culture and heritage as well as show you the local temples important to village life. After the bike tour, you will visit a local school during your time in this area. You’ll have some free time in the afternoon before heading back to camp at sunset to work with local villagers learning how to cook traditional Indian cuisine.
Day 9 On To Jodhpur
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

On To Jodhpur

Today you will take a bus to the home of the blue city, Jodhpur. On arrival in the evening, we’ll transfer to our traditional Haveli accommodation. Your Haveli is situated in the middle of the blue city where the walls are painted blue throughout this labyrinth of buildings in the shadow of the ever imposing Mehrangarh Fort. After checking in, you will meet your group on the rooftop for dinner to catch your first glimpse of one of our favourite cities in Rajasthan.

In the late afternoon, you will stroll through the mesmerising blue city and pause at the Jodhpur stepwell, an impressive marvel of ancient stonework. As you wander around the clock tower market, you can sample the famous Saffron Lassi and some delicious samosas. Finally, you will head back to your accommodation to wrap up the day.
Day 10 Mehrangarh Fort
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Mehrangarh Fort

You will have the morning free to relax after yesterday’s travel. During your free time, you can choose to explore the blue city on foot, take a rooftop yoga class, or, for the more adventurous, zipline over the ramparts of the Jodhpur fort. In the early afternoon, your group will meet and walk to the Mehrangarh fort with your local guide. Your guide will show you around the immaculately kept fort, and with the assistance of an audio guide, you’ll leave with a thorough understanding of Indian royal life.
Day 11 Safari In The Dunes & Camel Research Centre
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Safari In The Dunes & Camel Research Centre

This morning you will take an early train to Bikaner. Bikaner is a feast for the eyes – think vibrant colors, ancient landscapes, and traditions that will make you want to stay forever.

This place has quite the backstory. Founded in the 15th century smack in the middle of the Thar Desert, Bikaner became a lifeline for camel caravans trudging along the legendary Silk Road. And guess what? Camels are still the stars of the show there!

Once you arrive in Bikaner, you’ll be transferred to your accommodation and grab some breakfast before you head out for the day to explore Camel Country.

Get ready for an incredible and bumpy ride you’ll never forget, a Jeep safari in the desert! You will cruise through local villages, marvel at towering sand dunes, and maybe spot some desert wildlife along the way. Afterwards, you’ll visit the Camel Research Centre. Bikaner is home to some of the world’s best riding camels and one of the world’s largest camel research and breeding farms. You’ll finish the day with a delicious dinner before getting some well-deserved rest.
Day 12 City Walk And Overnight Train To Delhi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

City Walk And Overnight Train To Delhi

After a free morning, you’ll check out and head into the centre of Bikaner for an old city walking tour. The tour offers a journey through the historic heart of the city. Wander through narrow, winding alleys that weave their way through Bikaner’s old quarter, revealing centuries-old architecture, bustling markets, and hidden gems at every turn. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of local bazaars, where you can browse colorful stalls selling everything from spices and textiles to handicrafts and traditional sweets. Visit artisan workshops where skilled craftsmen practice age-old crafts such as pottery, carpet weaving, and jewelry making, providing insights into Bikaner’s rich artistic traditions.

After dinner tonight you will be taking an overnight train to Delhi.
Day 13 Transfer From Railway Station To Hotel And Final India Dinner
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Transfer From Railway Station To Hotel And Final India Dinner

On your arrival in Delhi, you will be transferred from the train station to your final hotel.

You will have the afternoon free to do as you please before meeting with your group to enjoy your final dinner in India.
Day 14 Day 14: Depart
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Depart

Your local guide can help you arrange transport to the airport to whatever destination you are off to next. We hope we have shown you why India is a dream location and should be at the top of everyone’s bucket lists. Have a safe journey to wherever you are off to next and always remember to #exploremore.

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Itinerary of your trip North India 14 Day Tour - One Life Adventures

Arrive In India

Delhi City Tour & Street Food Tour

Agra, Sunnset At The Taj Mahal

Agra, Sunrise Taj Mahal & Bollywood Movie

Jaipur: Pink City, Hawa Mahal

Pushkar, Blessing On The Lake

Udaipur, Sunset Cruise On Lake Pichola

Udaipur, Bike Tour & Cooking Demonstration

On To Jodhpur

Mehrangarh Fort

Safari In The Dunes & Camel Research Centre

City Walk And Overnight Train To Delhi

Transfer From Railway Station To Hotel And Final India Dinner

Day 14: Depart

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