Wendy Wu India By Rail

Ganges River Cruise
Cruise along India’s Ganges River

Taj Mahal
Gaze in wonder at this famous landmark

Golden Temple in Amritsar
Discover the remarkable golden temple

Amber Fort
Visit this magnificent fort

Days 1-2: Fly to Delhi
Take an overnight flight to Delhi. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure
(Dinner)

Day 3: Explore Delhi
This morning, drive past the Red Fort to admire its beauty, before taking a rickshaw ride through Old Delhi. Later on, visit Jama Masjid before an evening flight to Amritsar.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 4: Discover Amritsar
Start the morning with a visit the Jallianwala Bagh public garden before continuing to the Durgiana Temple. This afternoon, drive to the Wagah border to see the flag lowering ceremony.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 5: Travel to Shimla
Catch a train to Chandigarh, from where you’ll continue by road to Shimla. Take a walking to to Mall Road, exploring The Ridge and admiring Christ Church.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 6: Shimla
Today, ride the toy train to Shoghi, before returning to Shimla by car. Visit the Indian Institute of Advanced Studies and learn about its significance. Continue to the Himachal State Museum.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 7: Travel to Delhi
Head back to Chandigarh station to board a train back to Delhi. On arrival, the afternoon is at leisure.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 8: Jaipur
Board the Shatabdi Express to Jaipur this morning, enjoying breakfast onboard. On arrival, the afternoon is spent exploring the Maharaja’s City Palace and the Jantar Mantar Observatory.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 9: Jaipur
This morning, stop at the Palace of Winds to admire the architecture before heading to Amber Fort, which you can explore before heading to craft centre to watch block printing and carpet weaving.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 10: Jaipur to Agra
Set of to Agra, stopping along the way to visit Fatehpur Sikri, an ancient Mughal capital. Admire its grand buildings before continuing to Agra.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 11: Agra
Visit the Taj Mahal this morning, before heading to marble inlay workshop. From here, continue to Agra Fort. In the evening, enjoy a live musical show.(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 12: Travel to Varanasi
Board a morning train from Agra to the sacred city of Varanasi. Upon arrival, prepare for an enchanting evening rickshaw ride to the banks of the Ganges River. As dusk sets in, witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti, a traditional prayer ceremony dedicated to the river.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 13: Varanasi
Enjoy a serene cruise along the Ganges river, soaking in the spiritual atmosphere. Explore landmarks like Bharat Mata Mandir and Durga Temple. Visit Banaras Hindu University and the revered Vishwanath Temple. Venture to Sarnath to explore ancient Buddhist sites, including the Dhamek Stupa and Mulagandha Kuti Vihar.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 14:Return to Delhi
Enjoy a free morning to relax or explore at your leisure. In the afternoon, fly from Varanasi to Delhi. On arrival, visit the Qutab Minar complex and the Rashtrapati Bhawan. Finally, head to the India Gate before enjoying a farewell dinner.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 15: Depart Delhi
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
(Breakfast)

Ganges Puja Ceremony
Experience the electric atmosphere during this ceremony, held on the banks of Ganges

Border Closing Ceremony
Travel to India’s border with Pakistan to witness the border closing ceremony

Shimla Toy Train
Take the charming toy train from Shimla to Kandaghat enjoying breathtaking views along the way.

• International flights
• All domestic transportation
• All meals: 13 breakfasts, 12 lunches and 13 dinners
• 13nts in 4* accommodation
• Touring with guides and entrance fees
• Visa fees for UK passport holders

Classic
See the classic sights in the company of expert guides so you can really understand the history and culture of the destination. On our classic tours we take care of everything, leaving you to sit back and enjoy the experience to the full. The tours are fully inclusive with all meals and a comprehensive touring programme.

This tour has a maximum group size of 18 people per group

This tour has a physical rating of 2. A reasonable level of fitness is required, as you’ll be spending time on your feet and doing a bit of walking to cover short distances during your daily sightseeing. There will also be some climbing of steps and climbing on and off of coaches and boats.