India Down the Ganges Tour

Journey the Mother Ganges, India’s most sacred river. The Ganges is the heart of the Hindu faith and the soul of the Indian nation. Its banks and waters are host to the most intimate rituals of life and death. Add a desert camel safari, colourful cultural experiences, royal palaces and the incomparable Taj Mahal to experience the magic of India.

Duration : 15 days ex Delhi
Delhi, sailing on the River Ganges, Camping, Varanasi, Camel safari, Taj Mahal, Jaipur, Pushkar

• Days 1-2 Delhi
  Visit India’s largest mosque, the Jama Masjid, get lost in the spice bazaar, where different areas specialize in festival paraphernalia, silk, copper, brass and spices, and discover museums, ruins and locals galleries.
• Days 3-4 River Ganges
  On our voyage down India’s most sacred river, we camp on its banks and imagine what life is like for the village communities who live along the Ganges.
• Days 5-7 Varanasi
  To discover Varanasi is to embrace a mysterious world of ritual and wonder. Here, along the ghats and within the labyrinth of twisting alleys, shrines, temples and pilgrims, lies the soul of India. Spend the evening soaking up the magical atmosphere of a candle flower ceremony as you watch the sun set to a delicate melody of traditional live sitar and tabla playing.
• Day 8 Agra
  This town is justly famed for one of the modern wonders of the world, the beautiful Taj Mahal. We also visit the Red Fort, built by the Mughal emperors.
• Days 9-10 Jaipur
  The ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur is our first experience of the colours of Rajasthan. The Amber Fort, crowded bazaars and jewellery shopping make Jaipur a favourite haunt for visitors to India.
• Day 11 Roopangarh Fort
  From a royal city to the turrets of the 17th Century Roopangarh Fort, this is your chance to be an Indian maharajah for a night!
• Days 12-13 Pushkar
  An enchanting town of white-washed temples set around a holy lake, Pushkar stands on the edge of the desert. Travel by camel and spend a night feasting and listening to traditional songs around the camp fire for a taste of nomadic life.
• Days 14-15 Delhi
  The morning still leaves time to explore the immense shopping possibilities in Pushkar before crossing Snake Mountain to board a late train back into Delhi.

 

Down the Ganges Tour

 

 

• Departure
  IG International Airport, Delhi
• Departure Time
  Please arrive by 10:20 AM for a prompt departure at 10:50 AM
• Return Time
  Approximately 8:30 PM
• Included
  Local transportation

  3 Star Accomodation

  Professional Guide
• Not Included
  Departure Taxes

  Entry Fees