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India Unplugged, 37 days Delhi to Goa
- Challenge:
- Adventure
- Destination:
- *India
- Departure Dates From:
- 24/08/2008
- Duration:
- 5 weeks
- Kitty:
- £ 0
India Unplugged, 37 days Delhi to Goa
Taking you to all the far-flung corners of India, this is a true trail-blazing adventure. In the north, ride camels through the desert, lose yourself in electric bazaars, mingle with pilgrims in the temples and relive the glory of ancient empires. In the south, bask in a tropical climate, cruise along Keralan backwaters, and come face-to-face with local life in small rural towns, fishing villages and spice plantations. This fantastic overland trip finishes off on the gorgeous beaches of Goa - where you can celebrate your journey with a cool cocktail.
Explore delightful Old Delhi, Take a desert camel safari from Jaisalmer, See the coloruful markets of Jodhpur, Explore imperial Jaipur, Go bird-spotting in Bharatpur, See the amazing Taj Mahal, Mingle with pilgrims in Varanasi, Get a dose of the renowned Bengali sense of humour on the streets of Kolkata, Star-spot in Chennai's 'Tollywood', See the Shore Temples of Mamallapuram, Cruise along Keralan Backwaters, Visit the Kochi Fort, Shop for sandalwood in Mysore, Chill out on Goa's beaches.
These trips depart two or three times per month. The trip costs £610, with a local payment of 30000 Indian Rupees, this should be paid on the first day of your trip locally.
Days 1-2 Delhi
Explore evocative Old Delhi.
Days 3-5 Jaisalmer
Embark on a camel safari across the austere Thar Desert.
Days 6-7 Jodhpur
Marvel at the magnificence of the Meherangarh Fort.
Days 8-10 Udaipur
Fall in love with Udaipur's island palaces and interesting antique shops.
Days 11-12 Pushkar
People-watch in holy Pushkar or shop 'til you drop in the main bazaar.
Days 13-14 Jaipur
See the crimson Hawa Mahal or watch a Bollywood extravaganza at the cinema.
Day 15 Bharatpur
Escape the clamour of the city in the bird sanctuary of Bharatpur.
Days 16-17 Agra
Travel to Agra, home of the world-famous Taj Mahal.
Days 18-20 Varanasi
Immerse yourself in religious tradition by the colourful ghats of Varanasi.
Day 21 Kolkata
Be captivated by the culture and colour of this City of Joy.
Day 22 Chennai
Experience eclectic Chennai, a mix of traditional and modern.
Day 23 Mamallapuram
Inspect exquisite rock carvings in the 7th century Shore Temples or relax by the beach.
Days 24-25 Madurai
The heart of Tamil Nadu, Madurai throbs with pilgrims, beggars, bullock carts, businessmen and more.
Days 26-27 Varkala
Climb to a clifftop cafe for vistas of the Arabian Sea or cool off by the coast with a fresh coconut drink.
Day 28 Kerala Backwaters
Experience everyday life in rural Kerala at a backwaters homestay.
Days 29-30 Kochi
Attracting travellers for over 600 years, atmospheric Kochi still has plenty of allure.
Days 31-32 Mysore
Don't miss a visit to the Maharaja's Palace, a dizzying mosaic of mirrors and gaudy colours.
Days 33-34 Hampi
Be amazed by the ancient temple town of Hampi, nestled amongst strange rock formations.
Days 35-37 Goa
A fascinating fusion of Portuguese and Indian, Goa will leave you nostalgic for more.
Further details available on request
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