Meals

Breakfast daily, 2 lunches and 2 dinners

Others

Scenic train trip journey Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, canoe and tuk tuk trips Rickshaw ride in Delhi and travel by jeep to stunning Amber Fort in Jaipur Jeep safari game drive in Udawalawe National park

Accommodation

14 nights 3-4 star and heritage hotels

Transport

Airport arrival and departure transfer on days 1, 8 and 15 All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles

Guide

Guided sightseeing - Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Karauli or Dholpur, Colombo, Dambulla, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya and Udawalawe NP Escorted by an English-speaking Indian and Sri Lankan tour guide (for groups of 6 or more) Services of English-speaking Indian specialist guides at some sites

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Others

International flight from Delhi to Colombo International flights and visas Tip for your tour guide in India and Sri Lanka. We recommend you allow USD$4-7 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guides is an entirely personal gesture

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

Day 1: Delhi

Saturday. Namaste! Welcome to Delhi. On arrival at the airport you’ll be transferred to our hotel to spend the rest of today at leisure. This evening meet the guide and rest of the group at the hotel lobby at 18:00 for a welcome meeting. For those able to arrive very early today or the day prior, why not get off the beaten track and explore Old Delhi with us on our optional ’Backstreets of Delhi’ add-on tour. You will get to relish the taste of various street foods, from savoury to sweet. Along the way, visit Khari Baoli, the largest spice market in India and the colourful Bazar Matia Mahal, located opposite the majestic Jama Masjid Mosque. The tour will combine a mixture of metro, electric rickshaw and walking to get around.
Day 2 Day 2: Old And New Delhi Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Old And New Delhi Sightseeing

Delhi - Agra. This morning we enjoy a packed day of sightseeing in Old and New Delhi. Check out the UNESCO-listed Humayun’s Tomb and Jama Masjid - India’s oldest and largest mosque. Visit the iconic Sikh temple Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and its community kitchen feeding 25,000-30,000 people daily. We also enjoy a thrilling rickshaw ride around the Chandni Chowk bazaar and explore New Delhi. Walk down the Rajpath, formerly known as the ‘King’s Way’ and see the famous India Gate monument. This afternoon, we will drive to Agra. After checking into the hotel, we will enjoy a group Namaste dinner.
Day 3 Day 3: The Taj Mahal
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: The Taj Mahal

This morning, we’ll visit the legendary Taj Mahal, India’s most renowned monument. Constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century as a tribute to his beloved wife, this iconic white marble mausoleum is an unparalleled symbol of love and devotion, standing as one of the most extraordinary architectural masterpieces in the world. Be sure to capture this once-in-a-lifetime experience with plenty of photos! Following our visit to the Taj Mahal, we’ll journey to the impressive Agra Fort. This massive red sandstone fortress houses some of India’s most exquisite Mughal buildings, all safeguarded behind its towering fortified walls. It’s a site rich with history and grandeur, offering a fascinating glimpse into the Mughal era.
Day 4 Day 4: Karauli Or Dholpur
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Karauli Or Dholpur

Agra - Karauli/Dholpur. This morning we journey to either Karauli or Dholpur stopping for lunch en route. In Karauli, we will stay in the beautiful Palace Bhanwar Vilas. An eclectic melding of both Oriental and Art Deco architecture, the heritage-listed hotel was built in 1938 as a family home of the Maharaja of Jaipur. In Dholpur, we will stay at the magnificent Raj Niwas Palace, which is known for its red sandstone, traditional Rajisthani architecture, and European-style ceramics. It’s said that this heritage-listed hotel was built by the Maharaja to welcome HRH Albert Edward, who visited in 1876. Spend the afternoon at your leisure exploring the grounds, perhaps check out the vintage cars or take a dip in the swimming pools. This evening, you can also opt to attend the evening Aarti (prayer).
Day 5 Day 5: Jaipur
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Jaipur

Karauli/Dholpur - Jaipur. This morning we hit the road towards the vibrant UNESCO listed Pink City of Jaipur. On arrival, we will spend the afternoon on a tour of the illustrious City Palace and the UNESCO-listed Jantar Mantar Space Observatory, which features 19 separate astrological instruments.
Day 6 Day 6: The Pink City Of Jaipur
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: The Pink City Of Jaipur

Jaipur. Enjoy an unforgettable experience early this morning with an optional balloon ride over Jaipur. Sail with the wind over the surrounding region and pass above hill-top forts and regal palaces. Later, enjoy a jeep ride to Amber Fort for a guided tour and visit a cotton weaving house for an authentic demonstration of fabric dyeing. The remainder of the day is at your leisure, why not opt to explore the Johari Bazaar in the Old Pink City.
Day 7 Day 7: Return To Delhi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Return To Delhi

Jaipur - Delhi. This morning we return to Delhi where the rest of the day is free to relax in the hotel or explore. Perhaps visit the impressive Red Fort and see its famous Sound and Light Show after dark.
Day 8 Day 8: Delhi To Colombo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Delhi To Colombo

Delhi - Colombo. We say goodbye to India today and transfer to the airport for our flight to Sri Lanka. On arrival you’ll be transferred to our hotel to enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Please note: The flight from Delhi - Colombo is not included in the cost of this tour. Sri Lankan Airlines fly direct. If you provide us with your flight details, we will be there to meet you at Colombo airport and transfer you to your hotel.
Day 9 Day 9: Dambulla & Sigiriya
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Dambulla & Sigiriya

Colombo - Dambulla - Sigiriya. Visit a local market in Naramwela this morning and continue to the Dambulla Rock Temple, the largest and best-preserved temple complex in Sri Lanka. There are hundreds of paintings and statues of Buddha spread over the five impressive caves. The largest of these is a 14-metre statue, carved straight from the cave rock. After our visit we continue to the iconic UNESCO-listed Sigiriya rock fortress, which is more than 1,500 years old. Explore the impressive Lion Gate, the upper palace and the mirror wall, which was once polished so clean that the king could see his own reflection. You can also see the famous paintings of the Heavenly Maidens, reached by climbing a spiral stairway.
Day 10 Day 10: Polonnaruwa & Spice Gardens
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Polonnaruwa & Spice Gardens

Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa - Kandy. Our first stop today is the ancient UNESCO-listed city of Polonnaruwa. See the 12th century Royal Palace and the famous rock cut temple of Gal Vihara. Admire the four giant rock carvings of Buddha in different positions - sitting, standing and reclining. Later, enjoy a local hand tractor ride and a canoe trip to the village of Kayanwala and join a cookery demonstration in a local mud brick house. Feast on a delicious lunch of curry, dahl and spiced rice and then visit a spice garden in Matale. We’ll tour the gardens and there is the opportunity to buy local spices in the shop, which make excellent souvenirs. After our visit we continue to Kandy for the night.
Day 11 Day 11: Temple Of The Tooth & Tuk Tuks
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Temple Of The Tooth & Tuk Tuks

Explore Kandy today with a guided sightseeing tour and take in highlights including the Temple of the Tooth - allegedly home to the relic of the tooth of Buddha. The tooth was historically important in local politics in Sri Lanka, as whoever held the relic oversaw the governance of the country. We also drive around Kandy Lake, visit a gem museum and stroll through a bustling local bazaar. We then enjoy an exhilarating tuk-tuk ride in the surrounding hills and marvel at the incredible scenery. Our final stop of the day is at Geragama Tea Factory to learn about the tea making process and taste a delicious cup of local tea
Day 12 Day 12: Scenic Train Trip & Tea Plantations
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Scenic Train Trip & Tea Plantations

Kandy - Nuwara Eliya. There is free time this morning to relax before we embark on a scenic train journey to Nuwara Eliya. The train winds along mountain passes and from lush jungle to sprawling tea plantations. Pass waterfalls and see beautiful suspension bridges before we arrive in Nuwara Eliya. The region is a popular hill resort and Sri Lanka’s most important tea producing region. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city, known as ‘Little England’ due to its colonial past, which is still clearly visible.
Day 13 Day 13: Udawalawe Np Jeep Safari
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Udawalawe Np Jeep Safari

Nuwara Eliya - Udawalawe National Park. Leaving Nuwara Eliya today, we travel to Udawalawe National Park and join a wildlife game drive this afternoon. The park is largely made up of grassland plains and you have a good chance of spotting rare species including elephants, leopards and the elusive Sri Lankan Sloth Bear.
Day 14 Day 14: Colombo Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Colombo Sightseeing

Udawalawe National Park - Colombo. This morning we visit the Gem Mine and Museum at Ratnapura on our way back to Colombo. Sri Lanka is famous for its gem industry and is home to 40 out of the 85 types of gems in the world. We then enjoy a guided tour of Colombo and discover highlights of the Fort area including the government buildings. See the stunning Gangaramaya Temple and take a stroll through Galle Face Green, a popular park on the coast.
Day 15 Day 15: Colombo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Colombo

Saturday. Our tour comes to an end today with an included departure transfer to the airport.

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Delhi To Colombo - 15 Days

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Itinerary of your trip Delhi To Colombo - 15 Days

Day 1: Delhi

Day 2: Old And New Delhi Sightseeing

Day 3: The Taj Mahal

Day 4: Karauli Or Dholpur

Day 5: Jaipur

Day 6: The Pink City Of Jaipur

Day 7: Return To Delhi

Day 8: Delhi To Colombo

Day 9: Dambulla & Sigiriya

Day 10: Polonnaruwa & Spice Gardens

Day 11: Temple Of The Tooth & Tuk Tuks

Day 12: Scenic Train Trip & Tea Plantations

Day 13: Udawalawe Np Jeep Safari

Day 14: Colombo Sightseeing

Day 15: Colombo

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