- See the unforgettable Taj Mahal
- Search for the elusive tiger in Ranthambore National Park
- Meander along the Ganges at Varanasi
- Sample flavoursome and familiar curries
- Supporting TOFTigers’ campaign to protect biodiversity and restore habitat
Highlights of Northern India
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Culture
Discover unique wildlife, fascinating culture and spectacular Moghul architecture
Northern India conjures up colourful images of turbans, saris, rickshaws and flavoursome curries. On this trip we sample it all, visiting the Pink City of Jaipur, home to the former Maharaja’s Palace and hilltop Amber Fort. We also stop at Agra and the serene Taj Mahal, which fully live up to expectations. Our early morning boat ride along the mist-shrouded ghats of Varanasi is both fascinating and deeply moving; an experience only equalled by spotting a tiger in Ranthambore National Park.
For all departures in July 2024 & 2025 please refer to the following link: Summer Itinerary - AICA. These departures will visit Sariska National Park at the start of the trip due to restricted access to Ranthambore for conservation efforts during this season.
Join us to celebrate Exodus’ 50th anniversary! Select departures of this trip feature extra inclusions to mark the occasion: a cooking experience and dinner with a royal family in Jaipur, a local birthday celebration and a special edition Exodus kitbag. For departure dates, see the Dates & Prices tab or to see other trips with Special 50th Anniversary Departures click here.
Highlights
Key Information
- Seven hotel nights and one night in an air-conditioned sleeper train
- Group normally 4 to 16, plus leader. Minimum age: 16
- Travel by air-conditioned private bus, train and domestic flight (2023 departures only)
- Countries visited: India
What's Included
- All breakfasts and one lunch included
- All accommodation
- All transport
- Entrances fees to Monuments in Jaipur and Agra (as per itinerary)
- Jungle Safari (as per itinerary)
- Tour leader throughout
What's Not Included
- Travel insurance
- Visas and vaccinations
- Single supplement
People, Places & Planet
We work hard to create trips which improve life for the people and places we visit, and look after the planet we explore. Find out more about our sustainable travel ethos and practice here, and find out about the work of the Exodus Travels Foundation here.
Some sustainable travel highlights of this trip include:
People
How this trip helps improve life for local communities.
- The use of a local guide means our customers will be well informed about local traditions, and cultural and social sensitivities.
- This trip brings income and opportunity to the destination community through the inclusion of locally-owned hotels and restaurants, the emphasis on eating locally produced food and support of other local enterprise.
- The hotels we stay in are dedicated to hiring local staff, this helps to benefit the surrounding community by providing employment opportunities and income alternatives where they may be otherwise hard to come by.
- Our local partners share a commitment to projects which benefit their communities.
- This tour encourages guests to visit local cafes and restaurants and use markets to purchase traditional crafts.
Places
How this trip helps protect and conserve local landscapes and nature.
- Read about our commitment to nature protection and restoration here including our rewilding commitment for every customer who travels.
- By travelling in a small group, led by a local guide, we ‘tread lightly’ to minimise our impact on local resources and the environment.
- On this trip we visit national heritage sites and the entrance fees included generates income which is used for the upkeep and development of these important monuments and nature parks.
- Our trips adhere to ABTA’s industry-leading animal welfare guidelines to ensure the best possible practices with regard to working animals and wildlife viewing. Our animal welfare policy can be found here.
- We work with our partners on the ground to proactively eliminate or reduce waste, for example eliminating all single-use plastic water bottles and instead providing refills for re-usable bottles.
- Where possible on this trip paper bags are used as an alternative to single-use plastics.
- As part of our commitment to responsible tourism, Exodus supports the TOFTigers’ campaign to protect biodiversity and restore habitats across India’s national parks through the wise use of sustainable tourism
Planet
How we seek to keep the carbon footprint of this trip low.
- Read about our climate action here, including our carbon reduction and compensation commitments.
- Accommodation and restaurants in the itinerary use locally-sourced food which has not been transported long distances.
- In some restaurants there is the option to have plant-based meals.
- This trip favours locally-owned and run accommodation.
Tips for sustainable travel on this trip
- Leave no trace: We do all we can to ensure we leave no rubbish behind in the wild and beautiful places we visit; we ask that you do the same. If there are no recycling facilities in-country, we’d ask you to consider bringing recyclable materials home with you.
- Plastic waste reduction: Please bring your own re-usable water bottle on this trip; filtered water will be provided where tap water is not drinkable.
Cultural respect:
- Best to ask before photographing people, ceremonies, or sacred sites.
- It's polite to use only your right hand when eating something without cutlery and when handing money and small objects to someone else.
- Before entering a holy place remove your shoes and give them to the shoe minder. When you collect your shoes again give the minder a few rupees. You’re permitted to wear socks in most places of worship.
- Religious etiquette advises against touching the heads of locals even children, or directing the soles of your feet at a person, shrine, or an image of a deity. You should not touch a carving of a deity.
- When visiting religious sites dress and behave respectfully, don’t wear shorts and sleeveless tops – this applies to both men and women. Head cover for women and sometimes men is required in some places of worship.
- Generally it is best to dress modestly throughout your time in India as a sign of respect.
- Making the effort to fit in is invariably appreciated so being aware of these aspects of cultural respect will assist you during your travels in India.
Itinerary
Itinerary
Delhi Delhi
Depart London
Flights usually depart London in the evening.
Start Delhi; transfer to Jaipur
Our adventure begins in Delhi, a thrumming city chock full of architectural masterpieces and spice-crammed street food. We’ll gather for the first time at the start hotel (normally the Florence Inn) before departing for Jaipur, a drive which may take between five and seven hours depending upon traffic.
Accommodation: Fort Chandragupt (or similar)
Arrive Delhi; transfer to Jaipur
Those who are on the group flights will land in Delhi in the morning. Those not on the group flights will need to be at the start hotel by 9am (or at the airport when the group land). A local representative will meet Land Only clients at the start hotel and provide a transfer to the airport where we meet clients arriving on the group flight. Once everyone has arrived we will then depart on the drive to Jaipur, which may take between five to seven hours depending upon traffic conditions.
Accommodation: Standard hotel
Visit City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal and the Amber Fort; free time for exploring
Built in the late 18th century, Jaipur is a planned city of broad avenues built of sandstone and painted pink at a later stage. We visit the City Palace in the centre of Jaipur, formerly the residence of the Maharaja, now a fine museum containing rare manuscripts, paintings, royal garments and weapons. Close to the palace is one of the most intriguing sights in India, the observatory of Jai Singh. This is an assembly of immense astronomical instruments made of marble and brass set in a pleasant garden. We will also see Jaipur’s impressive landmark, the Hawa Mahal, or Palace of the Winds. We then visit the splendid Amber Fort, a few miles from the main city, which rises above a lake. Jaipur is a centre of many handicrafts, including durries (woven rugs), carpets, printed cloth, semi-precious stones and leatherwear. It will be difficult to leave a workshop without buying anything.
Accommodation: Fort Chandragupt (or similar)
To Ranthambore; afternoon game drive in search of elusive tiger
We wind through the villages of rural India to Ranthambore Tiger Reserve (approximately a five-hour drive); staying in a hotel not far from the park entrance we’re well located for our afternoon game drive into the park.
Ranthambore is one of the reserves set up by Project Tiger, a government-backed conservation programme. There was initial success, but poaching has drastically reduced the tiger population here and the chance of spotting one is small; however, many Exodus groups have seen tigers over the last few years. There is other wildlife to spot including several deer species, crocodiles, and bird life including purple herons, kingfishers, cormorants, parakeets and partridges.
Accommodation: Raj Palace Resort (or similar)
Morning rural village experience; drive to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri
This morning, before we start our journey to Agra we head to a small rural village. Here, you will have the opportunity to visit a local family’s home, observing where they prepare their meals, visit a small-hold where the cattle are looked after and have a go with the locals at running the machine for cattle feed. It’s a rewarding cultural exchange, interacting with the local villagers as you stroll around and get an insight into Indian life outside of the bustling cities.
After a picnic lunch at the village, we go onwards to Fatehpur Sikri, Emperor Akbar’s deserted royal city. This impressive and well-preserved citadel became his capital in 1571, after the blessing of a local Moslem holy man correctly predicted the birth of a longed-for son: his successor, the Emperor Jehangir. The mosque, designed to hold 10,000 worshippers; the palaces; residences; and halls of audience are all made of decorative red sandstone. But this magnificence only lasted 14 years. In 1584, Akbar left Fatehpur Sikri to secure his outlying territories, leaving this city much as we see it today – in perfect condition.
We arrive in Agra early evening, this is another very full but rewarding day. The total driving time is approximately seven hours.
Accommodation: Pushp Villa (or similar)
Visit the incredible Taj Mahal and Agra Fort; overnight train to Varanasi
Today we wake early to visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise, which was built by the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died in 1631. The Taj is serenely beautiful and never fails to amaze a first-time visitor; the white marble exterior changes colour according to the position of the sun and is matched by the rich interior detail. Within striking distance is the imposing Red Fort of Akbar, whose mighty sandstone walls enclose the beautiful white marble Pearl Mosque and the palaces, halls, courtyards and fountains of Emperor Akbar’s sons and successors: Jehangir and Shah Jahan. It is here that the latter spent his last years, imprisoned by his own son Aurangzeb. Later in the day, we will transfer to Agra train station and join the overnight sleeper train to Varanasi.
Accommodation: Sleeper train
Relax and enjoy the wonders of Varanasi
We arrive in Varanasi in the morning and transfer to our hotel. On the river Ganges, Varanasi is one of the holiest cities in India and stands at the centre of the Hindu universe. As such, the city lives and breathes Hinduism: there are thousands of pilgrims, wandering holy men (Sadhus), religious elders and casual visitors. It is a city to immerse yourself in: explore the maze of narrow lanes and many temples and watch the Hindu ceremonies that take place around the clock. There is time to visit emporiums specialising in silks and brocades or maybe take a massage by the river banks.
In the afternoon, we can take an optional visit to nearby Sarnath Temple. Sarnath is as sacred to Buddhists as Varanasi is to Hindus. The main monument at Sarnath is the Dhamekh Stupa, the very spot where Buddha is “believed to have given his first sermon. Amid natural surroundings, lies also the Archaeological Museum; which exhibits the Buddhist Cultural wealth and houses the findings and excavations at the archaeological site of Sarnath.
Your leader can organise various optional sightseeing trips during your two days here.
Accommodation: Hotel Surya (or similar)
Dawn boat ride on the Ganges visiting the bathing ghats; Flight to Delhi
Just before dawn, we take a boat ride on the Ganges to witness the extraordinary spectacle on the ghats, the steps leading down to the river. Every day, thousands of Hindu pilgrims come to this 3mi (5km) stretch of riverbank to soak in the holy waters. This afternoon we fly back to Delhi.
Accommodation: Florence Inn (or similar)
Delhi free day or optional sightseeing
Today you are free to relax or explore the sites of New and Old Delhi (an optional sightseeing trip will be organised if you wish). Recommended sites include the Red Fort, Humayun’s Tomb, India Gate, Jama Masjid (the largest mosque in India), Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh Temple) and Raj Ghat.
For last-minute shopping, visit the market area of Chandni Chowk or Karol Bagh.
Accommodation: Florence Inn (or similar)
End Delhi
Our adventure through northern India ends today. If you’ve still a few pages left in your travel diary, speak to your sales representative about extending your stay in Delhi. Alternatively, make your way to the airport and begin your return journey home.
Fly to London
Those on the Flight Inclusive package will depart for the airport this morning for the daytime flight back to London; Land Only arrangements will finish after check-out from the hotel.
Itinerary
Delhi Delhi
Depart London
Flights usually depart London in the evening.
Start Delhi; transfer to Jaipur
Our adventure begins in Delhi, a thrumming city chock full of architectural masterpieces and spice-crammed street food. We’ll gather for the first time at the start hotel (normally the Florence Inn) before departing for Jaipur, a drive which may take between five and seven hours depending upon traffic.
Accommodation: Fort Chandragupt (or similar)
Arrive Delhi; transfer to Jaipur
Those who are on the group flights will land in Delhi in the morning. Those not on the group flights will need to be at the start hotel by 9am (or at the airport when the group land). A local representative will meet Land Only clients at the start hotel and provide a transfer to the airport where we meet clients arriving on the group flight. Once everyone has arrived we will then depart on the drive to Jaipur, which may take between five to seven hours depending upon traffic conditions.
Accommodation: Standard hotel
Visit City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal and the Amber Fort; free time for exploring
Built in the late 18th century, Jaipur is a planned city of broad avenues built of sandstone and painted pink at a later stage. We visit the City Palace in the centre of Jaipur, formerly the residence of the Maharaja, now a fine museum containing rare manuscripts, paintings, royal garments and weapons. Close to the palace is one of the most intriguing sights in India, the observatory of Jai Singh. This is an assembly of immense astronomical instruments made of marble and brass set in a pleasant garden. We will also see Jaipur’s impressive landmark, the Hawa Mahal, or Palace of the Winds. We then visit the splendid Amber Fort, a few miles from the main city, which rises above a lake. Jaipur is a centre of many handicrafts, including durries (woven rugs), carpets, printed cloth, semi-precious stones and leatherwear. It will be difficult to leave a workshop without buying anything.
Join us to celebrate Exodus’ 50th anniversary! Select departures of this trip feature extra inclusions to mark the occasion: Cooking experience and dinner with a Royal family in Jaipur, a local birthday celebration and a special edition Exodus kitbag. For departure dates, see the Dates & Prices tab.
Accommodation: Fort Chandragupt (or similar)
To Ranthambore; afternoon game drive in search of elusive tiger
We wind through the villages of rural India to Ranthambore Tiger Reserve (approximately a five-hour drive); staying in a hotel not far from the park entrance we’re well located for our afternoon game drive into the park.
Ranthambore is one of the reserves set up by Project Tiger, a government-backed conservation programme. There was initial success, but poaching has drastically reduced the tiger population here and the chance of spotting one is small; however, many Exodus groups have seen tigers over the last few years. There is other wildlife to spot including several deer species, crocodiles, and bird life including purple herons, kingfishers, cormorants, parakeets and partridges.
Accommodation: Raj Palace Resort (or similar)
Morning rural village experience; drive to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri
This morning, before we start our journey to Agra we head to a small rural village. Here, you will have the opportunity to visit a local family’s home, observing where they prepare their meals, visit a small-hold where the cattle are looked after and have a go with the locals at running the machine for cattle feed. It’s a rewarding cultural exchange, interacting with the local villagers as you stroll around and get an insight into Indian life outside of the bustling cities.
After a picnic lunch at the village, we go onwards to Fatehpur Sikri, Emperor Akbar’s deserted royal city. This impressive and well-preserved citadel became his capital in 1571, after the blessing of a local Moslem holy man correctly predicted the birth of a longed-for son: his successor, the Emperor Jehangir. The mosque, designed to hold 10,000 worshippers; the palaces; residences; and halls of audience are all made of decorative red sandstone. But this magnificence only lasted 14 years. In 1584, Akbar left Fatehpur Sikri to secure his outlying territories, leaving this city much as we see it today – in perfect condition.
We arrive in Agra early evening, this is another very full but rewarding day. The total driving time is approximately seven hours.
Accommodation: Hotel Avalon Palms (or similar)
Visit the incredible Taj Mahal and Agra Fort; overnight train to Varanasi
Today we wake early to visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise, which was built by the Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died in 1631. The Taj is serenely beautiful and never fails to amaze a first-time visitor; the white marble exterior changes colour according to the position of the sun and is matched by the rich interior detail. Within striking distance is the imposing Red Fort of Akbar, whose mighty sandstone walls enclose the beautiful white marble Pearl Mosque and the palaces, halls, courtyards and fountains of Emperor Akbar’s sons and successors: Jehangir and Shah Jahan. It is here that the latter spent his last years, imprisoned by his own son Aurangzeb. Later in the day, we will transfer to Agra train station and join the overnight sleeper train to Varanasi.
Accommodation: Sleeper train
Relax and enjoy the wonders of Varanasi
We arrive in Varanasi in the morning and transfer to our hotel. On the river Ganges, Varanasi is one of the holiest cities in India and stands at the centre of the Hindu universe. As such, the city lives and breathes Hinduism: there are thousands of pilgrims, wandering holy men (Sadhus), religious elders and casual visitors. It is a city to immerse yourself in: explore the maze of narrow lanes and many temples and watch the Hindu ceremonies that take place around the clock. There is time to visit emporiums specialising in silks and brocades or maybe take a massage by the river banks.
In the afternoon, we can take an optional visit to nearby Sarnath Temple. Sarnath is as sacred to Buddhists as Varanasi is to Hindus. The main monument at Sarnath is the Dhamekh Stupa, the very spot where Buddha is “believed to have given his first sermon. Amid natural surroundings, lies also the Archaeological Museum; which exhibits the Buddhist Cultural wealth and houses the findings and excavations at the archaeological site of Sarnath.
Your leader can organise various optional sightseeing trips during your two days here.
Accommodation: Hotel Surya (or similar)
Dawn boat ride on the Ganges visiting the bathing ghats; afternoon train to Delhi
Just before dawn, we take a boat ride on the Ganges to witness the extraordinary spectacle on the ghats, the steps leading down to the river. Every day, thousands of Hindu pilgrims come to this 3mi (5km) stretch of riverbank to soak in the holy waters.
This afternoon we board the Vande Bharat Express train back to Delhi. A great opportunity to see and experience more of India as you pass through rural villages, towns and cities. A light snack dinner will be served onboard and you will arrive into Delhi and transfer onto your hotel late evening.
Accommodation: Florence Inn (or similar)
Delhi free day or optional sightseeing
Today you are free to relax or explore the sites of New and Old Delhi (an optional sightseeing trip will be organised if you wish). Recommended sites include the Red Fort, Humayun’s Tomb, India Gate, Jama Masjid (the largest mosque in India), Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh Temple) and Raj Ghat.
For last-minute shopping, visit the market area of Chandni Chowk or Karol Bagh.
Accommodation: Florence Inn (or similar)
End Delhi
Our adventure through northern India ends today. If you’ve still a few pages left in your travel diary, speak to your sales representative about extending your stay in Delhi. Alternatively, make your way to the airport and begin your return journey home.
Fly to London
Those on the Flight Inclusive package will depart for the airport this morning for the daytime flight back to London; Land Only arrangements will finish after check-out from the hotel.
City and jungle hotels plus sleeper train
We stay in centrally located city hotels (two- or three-star, local rating) that mix heritage and modern styles, plus a jungle hotel in Ranthambore National Park and the overnight sleeper train from Agra to Varanasi.
Jaipur: Fort Chandragupt
In central Jaipur, Fort Chandragupt is a combination of classic heritage with contemporary services and amenities. From the rooftop terrace, take in the view of the Pink City and the Aravalli mountain range where, on a clear day, the Nahargarh Fort can be seen. By staying close to several attractions and transport hubs, your senses will go into overdrive as you step out into the hustle of local people and tourists busily going about their day. The hotel facilities include a swimming pool, several restaurants and a lounge-bar.
Ranthambore: Raj Palace
Within Ranthambore National Park, the Raj Palace is conveniently located so we don’t have far to go in search of tigers and other wildlife. When not in the forest, relax in the pool or just sit in the gardens giving your senses a break, away from the city noise and heat.
Sleeper trains
These are booked in a two-tier sleeper (or three-tier if two-tier is unavailable) with air conditioning. There are many excellent trains in India, but the standard of seating and sleeping is not in line with Western standards. All seats are allocated at the time the tickets are issued, meaning we cannot guarantee the whole group is together on the train. Your leader will manage this as best as possible and will always check on you during the journey. Indian trains are safe, but we recommend you always keep valuables with you. Snacks are often offered on board (at an additional cost). While some trains have Western-style facilities, most services are equipped with squat toilets.
Worth knowing
- Hotels in India usually do not have heating as there are only a couple of months when the weather can get cold. You can, however, request more blankets if needed or the hotel may be able to provide a standing heater for your room. Please talk to your tour leader if you need help in this matter.
- Its common for hotels in India to have limited times in the day for hot water use to save energy. If you find your shower is cold, please let your leader or reception know so they can make sure the water heater is on.
- Sleeper trains are not single compartments, bed bunks are set up within a carriage with curtains for some privacy.
- Single accommodation excludes sleeper trains
Trip Experts
Mayank Khamesra
Expert Leader: India
Naveen Bazaz
Expert Leader: India
Ajay Gupta
Expert Leader: India
Reviews
Add your own reviewLife changing
This is the first time I had visited to India and gone solo on a group tour. It was life changing for me . The country was fantastic I felt if I went home on day 3 I would have been happy! Our group was fabulous and we have since met in London for a curry! The itinerary was busy but excellent covering the classic sights of northern India with the added extra of Varanasi which was so memorable riding down the Ganges at 6am, our guide Naveen was simply the best. Great company, funny, kind and kept up on track.
Most Inspirational Moment
Taj Mahal at sunrise and visiting Varanasi We did a cooking class which was a highlight and just the people and the buzz of being in India.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent leader giving us options and making sure we saw as much as possible in the 9 days
Advice for Potential Travellers
I flew to Goa at the end of my trip for 5 days to have some chill time, it was great to reflect on such a wonderful exodus trip!
Suggestions
Can’t wait to go on my next trip!
Excellent Varied and Full Trip
Every day was like having 2 days in one! We saw and did so much each day. The itinerary was packed but it all worked really well and we visited so many wonderful sights. Each day was so different and varied and for each site we had our own specialised guide who explained things well and gave us time to enjoy each one. Naveen Bazaz, our Exodus leader, looked after our every need. We all really enjoyed his sense of humour and his caring nature.
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing a tiger in Ranthambore National Park. This tiger came up so close to our vehicle and walked unperturbed past a long line of jeeps which were on the path with us. We spent a good 20 minutes watching her. The second most inspirational moment was seeing the Taj Mahal reveal itself slowly from the early morning mist.
Thoughts on Group Leader
I cannot praise Naveen Bazaz highly enough. He was so caring and looked after our every need so well. I enjoyed listening to his commentaries on the places we were visiting and he was very attentive. We all loved his sense of humour and the way he socialised with us. We valued his advice at meal times when choosing our food. Naveen gave us many local experiences such as visiting a Delhi family for a cookery demonstration and meal afterwards, taking us to sample street food and a famous "lassi" shop, to name just a few. We were very lucky to have Naveen as our leader.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Bring warm clothes for Delhi and Ranthambore National Park. The hotel in Ranthambore did provide blankets for the early morning game drives. Take a mask/buff because there's a lot of dust on these game drives. Also take binoculars. A pack of cards for the long train ride.
Suggestions
Don't be put off by the long drives. Observing the passing scenes, the people and their way of life through the minibus window was not to be missed!
A fantastic introduction to Northern India.
This was a wonderful trip. It needs some stamina as there are a lot of early starts and long journeys. Keep an open mind and take it as it comes, there are many rewards. The group got on really well and we had some great laughs.
The tour guide was brilliant and was central to the success of the trip. It’s made me want to see more of India.
Most Inspirational Moment
So many of these. Some of the hotels were so pretty with gorgeous gardens. I really value this on a busy trip so you have a bit of down time in the sunshine. We saw 2 young tigers in Ranthambore and this was a highlight. They were beautiful .Felt a bit alarmed the number of trucks all scrambling to view them, but they seemed ok and not traumatised. The Taj Mahal is very beautiful and Varanasi is beyond belief, especially the evening prayers which are akin to a scene from Raiders of the Lost Ark.
Thoughts on Group Leader
He was amazing. Such a lovely friendly man, had us all eating out of his hand I'd say. He has done the trip so many times and knows every inch of it. He joined in with us and shared the fun. He was organised and gave very clear instructions for the itinerary each day. Was sad to say goodbye.
Advice for Potential Travellers
You need to love curry, journeying and you need, as on many adventure holidays, patience and an ability to take things as they come. The e-visa service seemed to cause problems at the airport, but it was a difficult time with Covid19. I had a year visa which meant I got through immigration very quickly. Those with e-visas took forever. Take your Powerbank out of your main luggage. Take some warm clothes for the early starts, it takes a while to warm up. No-one was ill, the facilities were nowhere near as bad as you might think they would be, even on the overnight trains and stations. Didn't open my medicine pack. Due to the time of year, I came back with pink and orange hair from Holi, but I'm getting used to it. All but 2 hotels were really good, but you take the rough with the smooth on these trips.
Suggestions
Go. You'll love it. it was one of my best tours and I can't wait for the world to get going again.
Wonderful first experience of Northern India - highly recommended!
This was an amazing “starter” trip for anyone wanting to begin to experience India. Packed with highlights, everything ran like clockwork (yes, even the train!) and there were no disappointments – friendly people, incredible sights, amazing experiences and incredible food. Highly recommended!
Most Inspirational Moment
There were several highlights but, for me, Varanasi was just amazing and a place I will never forget. It is hard to put into words, but it is amazingly moving, vibrant and life-affirming - truly a unique place that should be visited by everyone. Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Agra and our amazing tiger sighting all ran Varanasi a very close second, though.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our tour leader really brought India to life. He could handle any questions we threw at him but, best of all in my opinion, was his interpretation of India’s many religions. Rather than a dry talk about each religious site – Hindu, Sikh, Muslim – he vividly described what each religion meant to him, bringing out the colour and vibrancy of each which more than matched the amazing temples and activities we saw. Even as an old student of RE, I learnt more from our tour leader on this trip then I did in3 yrs of studies and without ever feeling I was being lectured to. Really great, and a real enthusiasm and love for his country and culture on show - much appreciated!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Get involved and try everything - whether it is dressing up or trying the local delicacies, just do it! The optional evening boat ride in Varanasi is very atmospheric and moving and really shouldn't be missed. If possible, sit on the left hand side of the bus so you have a better view of all the amazing street life - great for photos and it means you definitely will never be bored on the longish road journeys.
Busy itinerary packed with highlights
This is a busy itinerary that covers all the major sights in the ‘Golden Triangle’ of Northern India, plus two tiger safaris and Varanasi, in only 7 days off work. Most itineraries on offer for this part of the world won’t give you so much in such a short time period. This makes it a great option for travellers with little time to spare and who want to see as much as possible of this part of the world. There is little ‘down time’ and it can feel a bit rushed at times, but for me this was far outweighed by the opportunity to see so much and visit places I simply couldn’t have fitted in at all any other way. The trip was very well organised and run and I enjoyed everything we visited.
Most Inspirational Moment
The Taj Mahal was so impressive - it really is worth seeing it in real life. Pictures and TV can't do it justice. The whole trip was worth it just for that. Seeing a tiger in Rathambhore was thrilling especially as many groups aren't that lucky (but the safaris are worthwhile and enjoyable in their own right even if no tigers appear). Varanasi was fascinating and an unexpected highlight for me. Also visiting the Sikh Gurdwara and its communal kitchens in Delhi was a really interesting trip and gave an insight into an aspect of a religion I knew little about.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader was very well organised and efficient. He did a fantastic job keeping a large group together and getting us through an incredibly busy and tightly timed itinerary in sometimes difficult circumstances. He made the trip run smoothly which must have been a mammoth undertaking.
Advice for Potential Travellers
It really does get very cold in February, particularly on the game drives and sunrise starts. You can't wear enough on the early morning safari to keep warm. So pack accordingly! Layers are best as later in the day when the sun's out you won't need your jackets. Most days you have access to a bus so can leave things like coats. European plug adaptors are the most useful to take and can be used in the majority of the hotels. The train does have power points by the bunks. You can purchase a chain and padlock to secure your bags on the train very cheaply at the station - so if you don't already have one, don't splash out in your home country on one. As with all Exodus trips, a softer, smaller bag will serve you better than a big hard suitcase, particularly when trying to fit it under the train bunk beds. There are a number of optional excursions and these aren't always listed in the trip notes. The cost was generally around 1000-1500 rupees per person for a group of 16. It would be higher for smaller groups. The excursions offered were a cooking demonstration on the first evening, a hot air balloon ride on the second morning (this would be more expensive than the cost above), watching a Bollywood film at a local cinema on the second night (this was about 700 rupees and was well worth it, really enjoyable), a sunrise cruise on the river in Varanasi to see the burning ghats (highly highly recommended), a trip to Sarnath on the second day in Varanasi (miss-able, but does pass the time if you don't want to wait around at the hotel), and a sightseeing trip in Delhi on the last day. You won't necessarily see the standard sights on the Delhi trip but the places we went were well worth visiting, especially the Gurdwara. If you do all the trips and eat with the group, you need at least £200 spending money. The shopping trips can't really be avoided despite what the trip notes say as they are done 'en route' to other things, although you can opt to stay on the bus if you prefer. Take a kindle or phone or something else to amuse yourself if that's the case. The items you see are all high-price and outside the budget of some travellers, so if you're going to have to watch your money and find temptation hard to resist, you might also want to sit these out. If you're a keen photographer or historian, planning ahead for your visits is a good idea as you'll get very little time at some of the sights - in particular, those in Jaipur, and Fatephur Sikri. Reading up in advance will help you make the most of the time you get and ensure you don't miss anything you particularly wanted to see/photograph.
An amazing, enthralling, full-on trip.
This trip is not for the faint-hearted. Despite various lengths being quoted, the traveler is effectively on the road in India for 8 days, and flies home on day 9. But in the 8 days you pack in an incredible number of beautiful, memorable sights. You will (hopefully, like we did) meet a smallish group of nice, decent, funny people that you are happy to travel, eat and drink with, and who look out for one another. Transport is effective and comfortable. You’ll struggle to take in the volume of sights, sounds and smells that India will provide. The food is wonderful, hotels are comfortable and all in all, it’s hard to avoid the ‘trip of a lifetime’ cliche.
Most Inspirational Moment
Varanasi - both the night-time 'blessing of the Ganges' ceremony, and about 7 hours later, the dawn boat ride on the Ganges to see the sun rise thru the mists and float past the cremation ghats (at a distance). And in between, the chaotic tuk tuk ride. There were many other highlights, but that one just took my breath away.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ajay was truly excellent. Easy company, informed, patient at explaining the culture, history, politics and so on. He was very organised, because this trip is a mini-military-operation. It has to be, to see that many amazing things in 8 days. And he added little touches to enhance the trip (eg flowers to scatter on the Ganges). I wanted to see a step well (If I could) so I asked early on, and we got to see one in Jaipur that was not a tourist sight, by making a short detour. That was another highlight for me.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Be prepared to get tired. But you can sleep on the bus, the hotel beds are comfortable. And you have the post-trip period back home to look forward to, looking at your (way too many) photographs. It really is full-on, but in a great way. And it seems to match the pace of the places you are seeing - it's not a place to dawdle. Finally, if you are into photography, you'll probably never be somewhere with so many photos 'waiting to be taken'. Bring less clothes - this is not a dressing up holiday - and more camera gear. Last thing, as I think of it. Pollution in Delhi is quite bad - it's just a fact of life. But you are only there for about 48 hours, and even if you get a short term sore throat you recover quickly once you exit the city. It's worth it, I think.
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This was my first ever trip to India. I utterly loved it, from beginning to end. If you want a chill out holiday, look elsewhere. If you want a safe, well-organised, short sharp trip around some of the key parts of India, this is the one for you. Enjoy
Fantastic trip!
An amazing trip with a very full on itinerary! You’ ll see all the highlights of Northern India, you will do all the must activities like boat ride in Varanasi.
Yes, there will be early mornings, but in return you’ll got to see fantastic places during sunrise!
Yes, there will be long bus journeys, but you’ll travel through small villages and see how people live and take some amazing photos.
Yes, most hotels were basic, but nice and clean with friendly staff.
Yes, the overnight train is fun!
Read your trip notes to know what to expect, arrive with open mind, ask questions and enjoy this amazing country!
Most Inspirational Moment
Varanasi! I wasn’t very keen on that town, read lots of disturbing facts. But the morning boat ride on the Ganges was very inspirational.
Thoughts on Group Leader
We had the best tour leader ever. Friendly, very knowledgeable, had amazing customer service and went all above and beyond for all of us! Thank you Naveen Bazaz! You are a true treasure for your company!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Read your travel notes, they have all the info you need to know! Travel with open mind, ask questions and enjoy!!
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Thank you Exodus! This was an amazing trip! Had an amazing time which i won’t forget for sure!!
Highlights of Northern India
Absolutely superb. Our guide, Ajay Gupta, was out of this world. All Exodus guides are super but he was just amazing. The sights we saw in such a short time, the standard of the hotels, the food – oh my goodness! I cannot recommend this trip highly enough
Most Inspirational Moment
Choosing one is difficult. The Taj mahal is of course a major site - chosen as one of the seven wonders of the modern world, and rightly so. But I loved the observatory, partly because it was so unexpected.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Amazing. wonderful. Friendly, knowledgable, everything a guide should be , and more. He made the trip the delight it was
Advice for Potential Travellers
don't change money at the airport - you'll be charged 10% commission. find an ATM from a major national bank and use that.
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Difficult to enthuse too highly about this trip. Incredible India indeed.
Highlights of Northern India
Fabulous advice and guidance, ethical and sustainable throughout. The Taj Mahal was amazing and the boat trip on the river Ganges was inspirational an unexpected highlight. The whole trip was well planned, felt very safe as a solo traveller.
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing a tiger in a wild was memorable even though there was only a 50% chance.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent tour leader, especially on the overnight train, as the train was on time and the majority of the group were still sleeping, we could have missed the station in Delhi if he was not there. Couldn't have had a better tour leader, as he was indispensable on this trip.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take a small sheet and travel pillow for the overnight train.
Suggestions
Will definitely use exodus again.
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