15 Days | Get Goan on a dazzling exploration from city to coast
From spice-filled bazaars to white sandy beaches, opulent palaces to spice plantations, discover India in all its glory on this well-balanced 15-day adventure. Delve into a world of delicious street food, ride rickshaws through narrow alleyways, stroll by beautiful lakes and forested hills, mingle with Mumbai merchants, and explore centuries-old icons. Finish up on the shores of easygoing Goa, where yoga, cocktails, and golden sands are all you need to chill out after the bustling big towns of India. Now that’s an idyllic Indian adventure.
Trip overview
- Start
- Delhi, India
- Finish
- Goa, India
- Theme
- Explorer
- Destinations
- India
- Physical rating
- Indicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
- Style
- Basix
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 16
- Trip code
- HHRG
- Discover Delhi, both new and old, with a guided walking tour of its historic walled heart and a rickshaw ride through the Chandni Chowk marketplace.
- With plenty of time to explore Mumbai at your own pace, why not delve into the incredible heritage quarter, check out the circus-like Chowpatty Beach, or find a chai wallah for a spot of tea – it’s up to you!
- Witness the one and only Taj Mahal. Seeing this Mughal marvel for the first time, in all its dazzling white marble, is a moment you won’t forget.
- Goa may be a golden-sand beauty, but there’s more to life here than simply chilling by the beach – you could opt to tour an organic spice farm and gorge on a sumptuously spiced Goan feast instead.
- Jaipur and Udaipur are two of India’s most delightful destinations. Take the time to stroll the enchanting and very different streets of these colourful centres with your small group.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Positive Change for Marine Life. Donations help them to nurture ocean health with community-led conservation initiatives that inspire coastal restoration, sustainable fishing practices and waste-management.
- It’s important to prepare for hot, sticky temperatures during the day and cooler climates in the evening. Light layers are the best way to tackle this disparity in weather. Please also ensure you use adequate sun protection and drink plenty of water.
- We visit several temples on this trip, which requires a certain level of modesty. Please bring clothes that cover the arms and pants/skirts that go past the knees. A light scarf is also a good idea for covering shoulders and arms when it’s hot.
- This trip involves some long overnight train journeys, including a 9 hour overnight train to Goa. While these train journeys can be tiring, it's also a great opportunity to get to know your fellow travellers a little better and travel like a local. For security, you might want to take a lock for your hand luggage. Read more about what to expect on an overnight train https://www.intrepidtravel.com/adventures/india-trains-guide/
- You will also be travelling by local bus on this trip. While conditions are basic, this is a chance to enjoy the passing scenery.
- There is plenty of free time for your optional activities on this trip, so please make sure you budget for things you may like to do during your spare time.
Itinerary
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2023 - 31 December 2024
Inclusions
Overnight sleeper train, Train, Auto rickshaw, Cycle rickshaw, Metro, Private vehicle, Shuttle bus, Public Bus, Taxi
Hotel (12 nights), Overnight train (2 nights)
- Delhi - Visit to the Jama Masjid Mosque
- Delhi - Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh Temple)
- Delhi - Leader-led Old Delhi walking tour
- Agra - Taj Mahal
- Jaipur - Leader-led walking & market tour
- Jaipur - Amber Fort
- Pushkar - Leader-led walking tour
- Pushkar - Sunrise at Savitri Temple
- Pushkar - Brahma Temple
- Udaipur - Leader-led walking tour
- Mumbai - Chowpatty Beach
- Mumbai - Gateway of India
- Delhi - Gandhi Smriti (Birla House - Place of Mahatma Gandhi's Assassination)) - Free
- Delhi - Humayun's Tomb - INR600
- Delhi - Qutub Minar - INR600
- Agra - Akbar's Mausoleum - INR300
- Agra - Sheroes Hangout Cafe (prices from) - INR500
- Jaipur - Bollywood Movie at Raj Mandir Cinema - INR400
- Jaipur - City Palace - INR1000
- Jaipur - Jantar Mantar Observatory - INR200
- Jaipur - Balloon Safari - USD280
- Jaipur - Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Wind) - INR200
- Udaipur - Lake Pichola boat ride - INR600
- Udaipur - City Palace - INR300
- Udaipur - Cooking class - INR600
- Udaipur - Sajjan Garh Palace (Monsoon Palace) - INR300
- Udaipur - Cultural performance - INR250
- Udaipur - Shilpgram craft village - INR50
- Mumbai - Elephanta Island - INR460
- Goa - Spice farm tour including lunch - INR450
- Goa - Aguada Fort - INR50
- Goa - Reis Magos Fort - INR50
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Days 10 and 12 (overnight sleeper train) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. Hot air balloon flights are operated by Sky Waltz in Jaipur. Flights operate from September 1st to April 30th and last approximately 60 mins. Return transfers, tea and coffee plus light refreshments, and a certificate of flight are included in the cost. You can register your interest and pay your tour leader at your joining meeting on day 1 of your trip. Payment must be made by cash in either INR/AUD/USD/GBP only and is USD 260pp (subject to change). Flights are subject to availability and weather conditions (tickets are fully refundable in case of bad weather).
3. Please provide your full name exactly as it appears on your passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport. Fees may apply for adding or amending details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases, you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket.
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