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- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 20 - 40
- Age range 5 to 99
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Learn about the romantic national icon, the Taj Mahal
- Play hide-and-seek with tigers at Ranthambore
- Stroll through the complex of courtyards at Amber Fort
- Watch girls thread garlands for offerings in Jaipur
- Attend a performance of traditional Kathakali dance
Itinerary
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- Introduction
- Day 1 Delhi, a Rich Melting Pot
- Day 2 Delhi Sightseeing
- Day 3 An Agra Adventure
- Day 4 The Taj Mahal and Ranthambore
- Day 5 In Search of Tigers in Ranthambore
- Day 6 Jaipur, the Pink City
- Day 7 Jaipur Sightseeing Relaxed Start
- Day 8 Fly to Kochi via Mumbai
- Day 9 Kochi Sightseeing, Cooking School and Kathakali
- Day 10 Kumarakom and the Alleppey Backwaters Relaxed Start
- Day 11 Kumarakom and Vaikom Village Relaxed Start
- Day 12 Relaxing Kumarakom Relaxed Start
- Day 13 Magical Mumbai
- Day 14 Mumbai Sightseeing
- Day 15 Depart Mumbai
What's Included
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- Additional Services
- Transport
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Luxury Gold
Number of tours
114
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
less than 1 hour
Response rate
100%
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Karen· March 7th, 2019India is a destination I would have not gone to on my own. I felt extremely comfortable with my group of like minded travellers exploring the wonders of India. The Travelling Concierge was full of knowledge and his guidance invaluable. The transport, hotels and experiences make for some unforgettable memories.I have fallen in love with India and can't wait to go back and see more.Show more
Luxury Gold commented on this reviewWe are delighted to learn that your experience on the Essence of India guided holiday exceeded all your expectations. We are very proud to hear about the professionalism shown by our staff throughout your time with us. Furthermore, we are very happy to... Show moreTrip date: December 2018
Dates & Availability
15 days
Essence of India (Small Groups, End Mumbai, With South India Extension, 15 Days)
From New Delhi to Mumbai
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