NAMASTE WELCOME TO INDIA
Delhi (1)
Namaste and welcome to INDIA!

Our tour begins this evening at 6pm. We will meet at our hotel allowing you to enjoy a chai, shake off any jet lag and relax while we wait for all our friends to arrive. In the evening, we’ll come together for a welcome meeting and casual dinner to get to know each other before our magical adventure begins.

Meeting Point : Eros New Delhi



Accommodation : Eros New Delhi or similar
Meals included : Dinner


HUSTLE BUSTLE OF OLD/NEW DELHI
Delhi (2)
Today we will do all things Delhi! Lets start with a BANG! Our guide will lead us through the sights and sounds of this ancient city on a rickshaw and walking tour, guided through the lively sights and sounds of this historic city. Our adventure begins at the bustling Chandni Chowk market, where we’ll navigate the intricate alleys, stopping to soak in the atmosphere. Afterward, we’ll visit the magnificent Jama Masjid, the oldest mosque in Delhi, followed by a trip to the Sheeshganj Gurudwara to enrich our understanding of the Sikh faith following National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy

Accommodation : Eros New Delhi or similar
Meals included : Breakfast
Sightseeing : Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Sheeshganj Gurudwara and National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy

THE TAJ MAHAL
Agra (1)
We’re starting off the day bright and early, catching the morning train to Agra, which is one of my favourite travel experiences. Today, we’ll dive into our tourist adventures by visiting two UNESCO World Heritage sites. First up is the magnificent Red Fort, a 16th-century Mughal fortress made of sandstone. In the afternoon, we’ll marvel at the breathtaking Taj Mahal, India’s most iconic monument and a timeless symbol of love. Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, who commissioned this masterpiece, famously remarked that it made “the sun and the moon shed tears from their eyes.”

Accommodation : Jaypee Castle or similar
Meals included : Breakfast
Sightseeing : Red Fort and Taj Mahal

THE PINK CITY
Jaipur (1)
Hopping on our private air-conditioned bus we’re heading to the stunning Pink City of Jaipur. Upon arrival, we’ll check into our charming heritage haveli, giving you some time to unwind before we explore the vibrant streets filled with marble and stone artisans, metal craftsmen, and the bustling spice market on a guided walking tour. For dinner, join the group for a meal at one of Jaipur’s scenic rooftop eateries.

Accommodation : Arya Niwas Heritage Haveli
Meals included : Breakfast
Sightseeing : Walking Pink City tour

AMBER PALACE AND NILA HOUSE WORKSHOP
Jaipur (2)
Today is going to be full! Full of fun :) the morning is planned for a sightseeing must, the Amber Palace, built from pale yellow and pink sandstone and white marble, the top spot to visit in Jaipur! Then we’ll head to Nila House, a wonderful non-profit initiative dedicated to craft, design, sustainability, and community empowerment. There, we’ll join a textile/embroidery workshop led by local craftswomen. In this workshop, learn the craft straight from the craftsperson themselves and create your very own appliqued artworks. To wrap up the day, we’ll stop for some local shopping.

Accommodation : Arya Niwas Heritage Haveli
Meals included : Breakfast
Sightseeing : Amber Palace
Workshop/art : Nila House Studio
Optional Activities - Sunrise Hot Air Balloon

WOODBLOCK, DABU PRINTING & INDIGO AND THE SUN AND MOON AND STARS
Jaipur (3)
This morning, we’re heading to Bagru, a village famous for its hand woodblock printing. We’ll begin with a guided tour through the alleyways and studios to learn traditional techniques of block printing and natural dyes. With the help of the skilled Bagru artists, print a masterpiece using blocks of your choice. That afternoon we will look to the sun and stars at my favourite Jantar Mantar the worlds largest stone Sundial.

Accommodation : Arya Niwas Heritage Haveli
Meals included : Breakfast
Sightseeing : Jantar Mantar
Workshop/art : Bagru, Dabu and Indigo Hand woodblock printing

RELAX IN A SMALL RURAL VILLAGE
Bijaipur (1)
After a jam packed few days we will welcome a comfy private air-conditioned bus ride to our next destination of Bijaipur in the Vindhyanchal hills where we’ll spend two nights in a 16th-century castle, now a heritage hotel. We’ll have the chance to relax after some busy days, morning yoga on the rooftop instructed by the King :) soak in the enchanting atmosphere, beautiful gardens, surrounded by the fortress walls and maybe even take a dip in the castle’s pool before dinner. Yep, you heard that right—it’s a castle!

Accommodation : Castle Bijaipur Heritage Property
Meals included : Breakfast and Dinner

JEEP SAFARI VILLAGE TOUR
Bijaipur (2)
This morning is all about recharging and enjoying some free time. You might like to book yourself an Ayurvedic massage, float around in the pool or just wander the local village just outside our doorstep. In the afternoon, we have a sunset jeep safari lined up, where we'll drive through the landscape, visit surrounding farms see what produce is grown. Get some cheeky smiles from the kids who will undoubtedly join us on our adventure running up the road. Watch the sun go down and to top it off, we'll have dinner by the pool, featuring delicious local dishes and freshly made naan from an outdoor tandoor oven.

Accommodation : Castle Bijaipur Heritage Property
Meals included : Breakfast and Dinner

UDAIPUR, THE CITY OF LAKES
Udaipur (1) HOLI - eve
An early morning journey to stunning Udaipur, known as the ‘City of Lakes,’ framed by tranquil waters and hills.
Today is the marks the beginning of Holi. This ancient Hindu festival originated as a celebration of the end of winter and beginning of spring in honour of Prahlada, who was protected from the flames by Vishnu when he was tricked into near death by his father, King Hiranyakashipu. Holi symbolises the triumph of good over evil. Family and friends gather to throw coloured powder bombs, fire water pistols and splash coloured water. We will celebrate with locals; prepare to be coloured.

Accommodation : Heritage Hotel
Included meals : Breakfast
Sightseeing : HOLI

CITY PALACE
Udaipur (2) HOLI - colour
We begin our day with HOLI celebrations and play 'colour'. Following a guided tour through the jewel in Udaipur, The City Palace (for me this palace is the one). Full of mirror work and ceramic tiles its a wow around every corner, you can easily lose a whole day here, the afternoon is free to wander at leisure maybe a local market stroll or sit in one of the many cafes and watch life go by. Spend the last part of the day learning some secrets of Indian cuisine with a local cooking class shared for dinner.

Accommodation : Heritage Hotel
Included meals : Breakfast and Dinner
Workshop/art : Local cooking class

BOAT RIDE LAKE PICHOLA
Udaipur (3)
One of the highlights of my last trip was taking part in a Pichwai. Today, we are fortunate to join a group masterclass focused on the art of devotion through Pichwai painting. I thought Pichwal was miniature sized paintings, but it turns out these are actually large pieces created with incredibly fine brushstrokes. We have a breathtaking evening planned with a boat ride on Lake Pichola followed by a rooftop dinner to celebrate our time together in India.

Accommodation : Heritage Hotel
Included meals : Breakfast
Sightseeing : Pichwai Masterclass, Boat ride on Lake Pichola

EXPLORE LIKE A LOCAL
Delhi (1)
Today we will have the morning free to explore all the things you loved about Udaipur like a local, squeeze in some last minute shopping then we’ll grab an afternoon flight back to Delhi.

Accommodation : Eros New Delhi
Included meals : Breakfast and Dinner

TIL NEXT TIME FRIENDS
Departure day
Our final morning together and our India adventure comes to an end. We will share our breakfast, say goodbyes, and help you on your way. Until next time. Namaste

Ending Point : Eros New Delhi

Included meals : Breakfast

This is a prospective itinerary. It is subject to modest modifications, dependent on local weather, new opportunities, and the desires of the group. All Hotels listed are our choices but subject to availability, *or similar