Insight Of India
15 Days Starting in Delhi and ending in Delhi, India
Visiting: Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Amritsar, Dharamshala, Chandigarh, Rishikesh
Tour operator:
Tour code:
09809
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 12
Age range:
7-80
Special diets catered:
Meat, Vegetarians, Vegans, Jain, Halal
Tour operated in:
English , SpanishTrip Styles:
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Activities:
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Tour Overview
India is a fascinating and spiritual country, where a mix of religions blend. On this tour, you will get to the heart of four of India's most important religious traditions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam and Sikhism. Know what is the reason that so many religions stays together with such harmony Start by touring the incredible metropolis of Delhi, before heading to Jaipur and Agra, all stops on the classic Golden Triangle tour. As well as visiting the beautiful historic monuments, you'll get the chance to enjoy some socially responsible activities, such as stay in a local homestay and stop at an elephant rescue center. Head up to Amritsar, home to the Golden Temple, an important Sikh center of worship. From there, drive into the foothills of the Himalayas and spend a few immersive days in a center of Tibetan Buddhism. Take a short day trek in the mountains, for fabulous views. We also take you to Rishikesh, to enjoy couple of days of yoga, Ayurvedic medicine and massage along the banks of the River Ganga, before returning to Delhi.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In Delhi And Check In
Location: Delhi
Accommodation: Hotel, Sarovar Portico
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blue
Meals Included: Breakfast
On this tour, you will get to the heart of four of India's most important religious traditions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam and Sikhism. Know what is the reason that so many religions stays together with such harmony
Day 2 : Sightseeing Of Delhi
Location: Delhi
Accommodation: Hotel, Sarovar Portico
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blue
Meals Included: Breakfast
Morning after breakfast you will be taken for the full day combined sightseeing of New & Old Delhi to visit Jama Mosque(Rickshaw Ride here where you will see the biggest spice market of Asia in Old Delhi ), RajGhat, Lotus Temple and Qutab Minar and then drive pass through important Government Buildings like India Gate, Parliament House of India, President Palace and Diplomatic Area and at the end visit Bangla sahib. Overnight stay at your hotel.
Day 3 : Delhi To Jaipur
Location: Jaipur
Accommodation: Bissau Palace
Accommodation Name: Crimson Park
Meals Included: Breakfast
We will drive to Jaipur in the morning (4.5 hours). Check in to the hotel and relax in the afternoon. In the evening you will be taken to Cooking classes followed by dinner.
Day 4 : Sightseeing And Craft Lesson In Jaipur
Location: Jaipur
Accommodation Name: Crimson Park
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast we will takeyou to Amber fort on the way to Jalmahal. Later with the help of local artisian you will learn one of the oldest printing techniques in India. In the afternoon, there will be time to visit one of the amazing places in the city of Jaipur, such as the spectacular City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal. You will have free time in the afternoon for shopping in the market.
Day 5 : Jaipur To Agra
Location: Agra
Accommodation Name: Howard Plaza
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel to Agra, home to one of the wonders of the modern world, the Taj Mahal. The best moments to visit are sunrise and sunset, as the sun turns to the beautiful shades of white marble. Visit Taj Mahal at the time of Sunset. Reach agra and visit to Mehtab Bagh to see sunset over the Taj Mahal
Day 6 : Agra To Delhi, Delhi To Amritsar (By Flight)
Location: Amritsar
Accommodation: FairField Marriot
Accommodation Name: Fern Residency
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast visit some local art & crafts. Later drive to New delhi Airport for the onward journey to Amritsar
Day 7 : Sightseeing Of Amritsar
Location: Amritsar
Accommodation: Fairfield by Marriot
Accommodation Name: Fern Residency
Meals Included: Breakfast
the city that houses the holiest sanctuary of Sikhism, the spectacular Golden Temple. Enjoy a moment of peace in this deeply spiritual place, where everyone is welcome. At night, head to Wagah, a city on the border between India and Pakistan, where a military show takes place everyday as the border closes. India and Pakistan are intense rivals, and this ceremony embodies these historical tensions.
Day 8 : Head To The Hills In Dharamshala/ Mcleodganj
Location: Dharamshala
Accommodation: Hotel, Surya Resort
Accommodation Name: Hotel Di Casa
Meals Included: Breakfast
Leave the plains of Punjab and head to MacLeodGanj/Dharamsala, which is known as little Tibet becauseit's the seat of the Tibetan government in exile and home to the Dalai Lama.
Day 9 : Learn About Tibetan Buddhism In Dharamsala
Location: Dharamshala
Accommodation: Hotel, Surya Resort
Accommodation Name: Hotel Di Casa
Meals Included: Breakfast
Visit the Dalai Lama Temple and have the opportunity to accompany the Buddhist Monks in their daily activities, such as practicing deep meditation and debating Buddhist scriptures.Visit Dalai Lama home and tibetean library. Bhagsu nag temple and bhagsunag waterfall. On the way stop at St Jhon church in the wilderness. In the last visit the local market and crafts shops.
Day 10 : Trek Around Dharamsala
Location: Dharamshala
Accommodation: Hotel, Surya Resort
Accommodation Name: Hotel Di Casa
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take a trek in the Himalayas, starting in McLeodGanj and ending at Triund, at 2900m/9214ft.Itis a beautiful walk through mixed forests of deodar and oaktrees, as well as rhododendron plants (which flower in the spring). Triund is situated on a ridge with a beautiful view of the wholeKangra Valley on one side, and the Dhauladhar mountain range on the other.
Day 11 : Dharamsala To Chandigarh
Location: Chandigarh
Accommodation: Hotel, Fern Residency
Accommodation Name: Hotel Velvet clarks
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive to Chandigarh after breakfast . it will be a 6-7 hours drive .after checkin hotel we will visit some of famous & beautiful gardens in the city . Overnight stay at your hotel.
Day 12 : Chandigarh To Spritual Rishikesh
Location: Rishikesh
Accommodation: Hotel, Holy River
Accommodation Name: Divine Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast
Early morning drive to Rishikesh the foot of the Himalayas, a spiritual town on the banks of the River Ganga. On the way we will stop at Haridwar to see the famous ghats of haridwar.
Day 13 : Yoga & Meditation In Rishikesh
Location: Rishikesh
Accommodation: Hotel, Holy River
Accommodation Name: Divine Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast
Rishikesh is known as the international capital of yoga, and you'll get the chance to practice Hatha yoga and Meditation in the sacred Ganges city .Later visit Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula, Geeta Bhawan, Parmarth niketan. Enjoy the evening AARTI (ceremoney at the bank of River Ganga).
In the evening, witness the daily Ganga Aarti, or worship ceremony dedicated to the River Ganga.
Day 14 : Leisure In Rishikesh
Location: Rishikesh
Accommodation: Hotel, Holy River
Accommodation Name: Divine Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take a walk into Rishikesh in the morning, and settle in for couple of hours. Enjoy the environment. If you want you can take ayurveda massage (not inlcluded in cost). In the evening we will take you another important ghat (river Bank) where you will enjoy the AARTI ceremony.
Day 15 : Rishikesh To Delhi
Location: Delhi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Check out from the hotel and Day transfer to Delhi by Road.We will drop you at the airport for your onward journey. You are free to tell your guide about the time you need to be at the Airport/Hotel
What's Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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Accommodation
4* Accommodation
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Airport pick at IGI Airport Delhi.
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Aircon Sedan Car, SUV, Mini Bus, Domestic Air Travel/ Trains
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Entrance Fees
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
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Fully Guided
English/Spanish
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Local Taxes
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Meals – Breakfast Only
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Train Tickets
What's Not Included
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Country Entry Visas
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Drinks with Meals
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International Travel
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Meals – Half Board
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Tipping and Gratuities
Check out our Q&As
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
entrances at the monuments described in the itinerary are included in the price.
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
The tour will run in any case.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Mild physical trekking.
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What is the tipping policy?
It is appreciated 5 usd per day per person to the driver and guide. But it is
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes, a tour leader will be on the tour.
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How much monay should i need per day for extra expenses
All breakfasts are included and one dinner at cooking class in Jaipur. Rest is approx 50 USD per day for two meals lunch and dinner.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, We are happy to assist with Pre and Post Accommodations and tours.
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Yes. Please check with the Indian Embassy.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes, All our couches are air conditioned.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
yes, in Each city there will be some free time to explore by your own.
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
If there will be, we will inform you before 30 days.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4* accommodation
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes, Every Accommodation has free wi-fi available.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes, At the time of arrival our chauffeur will be waiting for you with your name card. All our chauffeur speaks english well.
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes, Before depart, you will receive all the booking reference numbers, information of guides and hotels.
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, Single traveler's are welcome to book a single supplement.
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
yes. Max 15 kg is advisable, you must pay for the extra luggage for domestic air travel.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
All our tour guides are authorised by Ministry of tourism Government of India and speak english fluently.
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Indian National Rupees are advised to carry with you. Credit/debit cards are accepted widely in India.
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What is the maximum group size?
7-75 age group
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Yes, Covid-19, vaccination is required or RTPCR test is required to show at the airport at the time of arrival
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Are flights included in this tour?
No. Only domestic flights/trains are included in the price.
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
Visa's and entry requirements are not in the tour. You have to obtain visa by yourself.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, Children above 7 years are permitted to take part in the tour.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
we follow the policies from WHO and Indian Government.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes, we are supporting local Non Government Organisations in Jaipur, Mathura and Khajuraho.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
We support Pack for a Purpose, where our guests are happy to bring supplies and we arrange a direct meetings with the NGO's or make sure the supplies reach to the needed. Travellers against Plastic we strongly support Travellers against Plastic campaign where we offer our guests Lifestraw water bottle on arrival in India.
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I have special dietary requirements – will they be catered for?
We will try our very hardest to accommodate all dietary requirements but in some out-of-the-way places it can be very difficult to guarantee. We will let you know if there are places on your itinerary where this is the case. Please let us know at the time of booking of any food requirements or allergies and we’ll pass the information onto your leader. It is also a great idea to bring a card with y
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I’m travelling alone – is that OK?
This is the beauty of travel: many of our traveler join because they are travelling solo and want to meet and share experiences with like-minded people.
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Which style of trip is right for me?
Our three styles of travel – Basic, Customize and Luxurious – cover a whole gamut of travel experiences.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
we are working since 2016
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
We are always here to help you with your dates. Please let us know before 60 days to change your dates.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
We can not say that who will be your travelling companions, but all group members will have pre tour dinner to get to know each other.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, if you are in the same city, you are welcome to join the tour if it has departed.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes, We offer single accommodations and you are welcome to book it in advance, let us know in advance so we can make prior arrangement.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You will receive an confirmation number, along with the details bookings and booking number.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes,
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Cancellation Policy
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Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.