Meals

breakfast - bottled water - meals are included in The Indian Family Homestay - breakfast and dinner

Accommodation

Accommodation - 3 star accommodation according to standards in India (private bathroom, AC) with breakfast - Indian family homestay Homestay in organised in a family house with the view of the garden - (10 rooms) situated near Dharamshala - 30 km away. You will be provided a room with a bathroom. This option will give you a memorable opportunity to get to know local customs, take a look at real Indian life, taste Indian food. Please note that we can send the names of the hotels before or after the booking. There is also a possibility of upgrading to 4 or 5 star accommodation on your request.

Transport

- transport AC Suzuki desire or a bigger car with an English/hindi speaking driver (the car model depends on the number of travellers) All the transfers are provided as well as pick up and drop off in Delhi. The cars model depends on the number of travellers: Single person – Tata indigo or Suzuki desire Ac car 2 – 4 travellers - Tata indigo or Suzuki desire Ac 5 – 6 travellers– Innova Ac 7 -12 travellers – Minibus Ac - pick up and drop off in Delhi - one train journey from Rishikesh to Delhi - AC compartment, 2nd or 3rd class sleeping car (the choice of the class depends on the availability)

Guide

Local English speaking guides in Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Rishikesh In the other places the driver will be your guide

Others

- family home stay with all board and attractions (cooking classes, trekking) - yoga morning classes in Rishikesh (2 morning classes) - train tickets from Rishikesh to Delhi (2nd or 3 rd class sleeping car compartments)

Hygieneprotocol

All our staff members are trained and able to answer questions regarding safety and hygine. The drivers have to wear masks. Vehicles used for transporting our clients must be thoroughly and regularly cleaned and disinfected. Hand sanitizer should be available in the vehicle. Restaurants selectec for meals must be thoroughly cleaned at the end of each day. Tables and chairs must be disinfected after each guest use. Hand sanitizer should be made available Accommodation All rooms must be thoroughly and regularly cleaned and disinfected.Hand sanitizer should be available in public areas. Staff must be trained and able to answer questions regarding safety protocols in place.

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Others

- additional meals - entry tickets to the monuments - personal expenses - tips

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Day 1 Day 1: Delhi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Delhi

After pick up from the central location in Delhi you will be dropped off to your hotel for rest and refreshing. After that you can start your Delhi sightseeing tour which will be the first clash with India and a really enormous and busy city.

The driver will show you the Old Delhi and you will be taken for a memorable and exciting rickshaw ride Chandi Chowk in narrow street of Old Delhi. You will be shown places like Kinari bazar – a wedding market where you will be able to see a visual kaleidoscope of colours. Next stop will be Jama Masjid (the biggest 400 year old mosque in India). The Rickshaw will take you to the aromatic and really exotic spice market Khari Baoli and stop to take a picture of the Red Fort. Later on, visit the cremation place of Mahatma Gandhi. After that you will be taken for sightseeing of a few important landmarks in New Delhi such as: India Gate and nearby Raj path where are situated The Parliament house and the Secretariat buildings. Next place which is absolutely must is a famous Sikh temple called Gurudwara Bangla Sahib where you can see stuuning marble temple complex as well as the kitchen where food is prepared by hundreds of volunteers for the people in need in the name of idea of unity. Even 40 thousand people are fed every single day. At the end you will be taken to New Delhi centre for a walk and maybe shopping to see the contrast between the Old and New part of the city. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 Day 2: Delhi - Amritsar
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Delhi - Amritsar

Early morning check you will travel to Amritsar. Check in the hotel. Visit to Wagah Border – the spectacular ceremony of closing India and Pakistan border. The heavily choreographed flag-lowering ceremony — macho and camp in equal measure — takes place every day at dusk at the countries’ main border crossing. On arrival check in at hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 Day 3: Amritsar
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Amritsar

Ater breakfast local sightseeing of the city. Visit famous Golden Temple – the most important Sikh shrine also known as Harimandir Sahib and Darbar Sahib. Then visit Jallianwala Bagh- the place that reminds every Indian of the brutal massacre by British general Dyer. Visit Durgiana Temple - The temple complex houses Shree Laxmi Narayan Mandir with a huge pond on its periphery. Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum and Panorama in Ram Bagh The landscaped garden with summer palace of Maharaja Ranjit Singh in the center. The Maharaja later named it Ram Bagh. It has a museum with relics of Mughal era and hand drawn sketches and portraits of the ruling Sikhs and Jaliawalan Bagh. Overnight at hotel.
Day 4 Day 4: Indian Family Homestay
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Indian Family Homestay

After breakfast travel to Jughar countryside (20 km from Dharamshala) to enjoy one of its kind Indian family stay. This unique attrraction will give you an opportunity to find out more about Indian customs and taste local Indian food with friendly and hospitable Indian people. During this lovely stay you will have a chance to take part in cooking classes organised by a landlady, take a stroll on the countryside mountain paths up to the river and tea plantations.

On your request, the driver will take you to the place - Bir Billing valley where paragliding can by done.

There is also included a local sightseeing of nearby temples - Bejnath temple situated among the mountains, tea plantations in Kangra district and beautiful river and dams.
Day 5 Day 5: Dharamshala Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Dharamshala Sightseeing

After delicious breakfast at the guest house you will travel to Mc Leodganj (Dharamsala), magnificently set to the background of the Dhauldhar mountains and the seat of his Holiness, the Dalai Lama, the leader of the Tibetans, since 1960. Visit Dal Lake, Church, Bhagsu Nag Temple and Tibetan Monastery. Come back to the village for supper. Overnight at Indian family homestay.
Day 6 Day 6: Indian Family Homestay
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Indian Family Homestay

After breskfast at Indian famiy guesthouse you will be taken for local sightseeing of the nearby surroundings. You will be shown places like a famous Shiva temple surrounded by river - Bejnath temple. You will also admire a picturesque Buddist Monastery Tashi Jong. On the way stop at tea fact and tea plantation in Kangra valley, see also Jakhani Mata temple. Overnight at Indian family homestay.
Day 7 Day 7: Manali
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Manali

After breakfast at the hotel check out and drive to Manali. On the way to Manali you will visit Sundernagar Lake, Pandoh dam, Vaishno Devi Temple &Kullu Valley. On arrival check in to hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 8 Day 8: Manali
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Manali

After Breakfast at the hotel drive to towards Rohtang Pass or Snow Point (54 km 4 hours journey) from Manali. You will Visit Solang Valley and enjoy may enjoy Paragliding & Ropeway activitities. Next place is Solang Valley (Nala): SolangNala (Valley) drives its name from combination of words Solang (Nearby village) and Nullah (water stream). It is a side valley at the top of the Kullu Valley in Himachal Pradesh, India 14 km northwest of the resort town Manali on the way to Rohtang Pass, and is known for its summer and winter sport conditions. Local sightseeing of Manali – Tibetian monastery and the main road – Mall road. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 9 Day 9: Shimla
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Shimla

Early morning after breakfast, check out from hotel and transfer to Shimla. Shimla is famous for its natural beauty and tranquility. Shimla is one of the most picturesque towns in north India. Shimla is characterized by show-clad hills, lush green valleys, rivers, dense forest and cool pleasant weather. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10 Day 10: Shimla
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Shimla

After breakfast, enjoy full day sightseeing of Shimla. Enjoy the cool atmosphere of Shimla. Visit Taradevi Temple, Jakhu temple, Chandwick waterfalls, Mall, Ridge, Lower Bazaar and famous Kali Temple. Apart from this regular sightseeing you can also just relax yourself. You can enjoy little walk in the jungle. Feel yourself close to the nature. You can explore pahadi culture of Shimla. Meet the local people and know their lifestyle and culture. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 11 Day 11: Rishikesh
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Rishikesh

Early morning after breakfast, check out from hotel and travel to Rishikesh by a private vehicle. Later enjoy sightseeing after arrival. Rishikesh is the place where people from across the India visit for pilgrimage and to take a holy dip into the holy river Ganges. Take a walk to the Laxman Jhula bridge and local temples. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 12 Day 12: Rishikesh
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Rishikesh

Early morning before breakfast meet a yoga instructor and learn about breath awareness exercise and stretching exercises. After breakfast, enjoy sightseeing of Rishikesh. Rishikesh is one of the holy cities in India. Rishikesh is located in the foothills of the Himalayas. Rishikesh is gateway to the Himalayas. The spectacular River Ganga is like pert of the city. Rishikesh is a place visited by several yogis and sages. They lived and practiced hard penance here. Rishikesh is world famous as Yoga capital of the world. Visit Ram Jhula, Swarg Ashram, Bharat Mandir and the Beetles ashram. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 13 Day 13: Haridwar
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Haridwar

Early morning again start your day with yoga and meditation classes. After the classes breakfast is planned and next sightseeing of Haridwar. Haridwar is an ancient city and it is one of the most sacred cities in India. The diverse nature of the Hindu religion has attracted foreign visitors from all around the world. Here you can closely experience India’s complex culture and various Hindu rituals. Haridwar is also one of the four cities where Kumbh Mela is organized. Visit Mansa Devi temple by cable car. Later visit Har Ki Pouri (Ganga Ghat) for famous Ganga Aarti, and continue your drive to Rishikesh. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 14 Day 14: Rishikesh To Delhi By Train
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Rishikesh To Delhi By Train

Experience one of its kind train journey from Rishikesh to Delhi.

The train journey is arranged in the second or third class sleeping car in the AC compartment.

Please note the choice between 2nd or 3rd class depends on availability.

Our driver helps to get on the right train and may take your luggage or baggage excess.

Pick up from the train station and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Delhi.
Day 15 Day 15: Agra
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Agra

After breakfast journey to Agra. Agra is a home for one of the seven wonders in the world the symbol of eternal love -The Taj Mahal. The monument was built by the emperor Shahjahan in loving memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. It is located on the banks of Yamuna and brings a huge tourism to Agra. Meet the guide and do the local sightseeing of Agra. Next, do sightseeing of the monument on UNESCO list - Agra Fort which is one of the most wonderful forts in India. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 16 Day 16: Jaipur Via Fathepur Sikri
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 16: Jaipur Via Fathepur Sikri

Sightseeing of Taj Mahal early in the morning with the guide. After it, further journey to Jaipur. Check in the hotel. Local sightseeing of Jaipur. Visit Galta Gi - monkey temple beautifully situated among the hills, the place inhabited by different monkey species which reside among temples and hills. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 17 Day 17: Jaipur
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 17: Jaipur

After breakfast meet the guide and do local sightseeing of the city. Visit places like Amber fort - a magnificent fort palace situated among hills, the City Palace complex with beautiful displays, Jantar Mantar - Astronomic Observatory, Gaitor tombs - the Royal tombs of the Jaipur Kings, stop for a picture at Jal Mahal - the palace on the wate and Hawa Mahal - the most characteristic Wall in Jaipur with 1000 small windows. Shopping at the local market Bapu Bazar. Overnight at the hotel.

On your request you can also be taken for sightseeing of another fort in Jaipur which is called Nahargarh fort, which will allow you to enjoy beautiful landscape of Jaipur city.
Day 18 Day 18: Delhi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 18: Delhi

Travel to Delhi and drop off to the hotel or another central location in Delhi.

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One Of Its Kind Himalaya Indian Family Homestay With Taj Mah

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Itinerary of your trip One Of Its Kind Himalaya Indian Family Homestay With Taj Mah

Day 1: Delhi

Day 2: Delhi - Amritsar

Day 3: Amritsar

Day 4: Indian Family Homestay

Day 5: Dharamshala Sightseeing

Day 6: Indian Family Homestay

Day 7: Manali

Day 8: Manali

Day 9: Shimla

Day 10: Shimla

Day 11: Rishikesh

Day 12: Rishikesh

Day 13: Haridwar

Day 14: Rishikesh To Delhi By Train

Day 15: Agra

Day 16: Jaipur Via Fathepur Sikri

Day 17: Jaipur

Day 18: Delhi

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