Culinary India
Day 1: Arrive in New Delhi
Upon arrival into Delhi a transfer is waiting to take you to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or to explore.
Overnight in New Delhi.
Day 2: City Tour of New & Old Delhi
We spend the day in Delhi, exploring some of the sights in both the “Old” and the “New” cities. In Old Delhi, we visit the the Jama Masjid, enjoy a rickshaw ride through Chandi Chowk, explore Qutab Minar, Gandhi’s tomb and a drive around the India Gate that leads to the Indian Parliament. Overnight in Delhi.
Day 3 Delhi to Lucknow
A morning flight to Lucknow known for wonderful culinary delights. Overnight in Lucknow.
Day 4 Lucknow to Agra
Depart Lucknow and drive to Agra, home to the Taj Mahal. Overnight in Agra.
Day 5 Explore Agra
A very early wake up call for our visit to the Taj Mahal. After we will visit the Agra Fort before before a wonderful lunch in a local South Indian restaurant. In the afternoon a visit to the Baby Taj or known as Tomb of I'timād-ud-Daulah. Overnight in Agra.
Day 6 Ghost Town then drive to Madhogarh.
Today travel to Madhogarh with a stop to Fatehpur Sikri. Upon arrival we will enjoy a cooking class. Overnight in Madhogarh.
Day 7 Explore Madhogarh drive to Jaipur
Explore Madhogarh before lunch in a local restaurant. Madhogarh is famous for its Ghee, which is one of the main cooking ingredients in all Indian homes. In the afternoon journey to Jaipur. Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 8 Explore Jaipur
Up early to catch the sun rise shining down on the Wind of Palaces. Stop for a quick photo before our journey by elephant into the Amber Fort. In the afternoon visit the city palace and the Jantar Mantar before a Bollywood night and local roof top dinner experience. Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 9 Drive to Bijaipur
Journey by road to Bijaipur. Overnight in Bijaipur.
Day 10 Explore Bijaipur
Today see what rural India is like with this local town. Overnight in Bijaipur.
Day 11 Bijaipur drive to Udaipur
Travel to Udaipur. Overnight in Udaipur.
Day 12 & 13 Udaipur
Explore Udaipur starting with the City Palace. Today enjoy a cooking class on a roof top. Experience a local dance culture show as well as a visit to an art coop to see how miniature paintings are done. Overnight in Udaipur.
Day 14 Driver to Ahmadabad
Journey by road from Udaipur to Ahmadabad. Overnight in Ahmadabad.
Day 15 Explore Ahmadabad
Today explore the famous food corners of Ahmadabad. Here you will taste some wonderful Gujarat cuisine. Overnight in Ahmadabad.
Day 16 Train to Mumbai
Today board our train to Mumbai. Overnight in Mumbai.
Day 17 Explore Mumbai
Explore Mumbai with its great local markets and taste some of the local foods. Will have our final cooking class in this world famous city. Overnight in Mumbai.
Day 18 Depart Mumbai
After breakfast say good by to your new friends before your transfer to the airport.
Inclusions
15 Nights Accommodation in 3/4 star hotels based on twin share
3 Domestic airfare - Delhi/Varanasi - Varanasi/Khajuraho - Udaipur/Delhi
Train from Orchha to Agra seat
Breakfast from Day 2 to Day 16 / Lunch from Day 2 to 15 / Dinner 2 & 15
Private air-conditioned vehicle as per itinerary
Arrival and departure airport transfers in Delhi
English speaking city guides
Entrance fees as per itinerary
Sightseeing as per itinerary
English speaking Walkabout Journeys leader
Water while sightseeing
Excluded
International flights & Domestic not included
Drinks of all kinds (Except water while sightseeing
Optional activities not listed as included
Medical/evacuation/cancellation insurance strongly suggested
Personal expenses such as laundry, bar bills, room service, etc
Additional expenses in the event of delays or itinerary changes
Gratuities to tour leader (approximately $14 per passenger per day)
Gratuities of any kind (Porterage/hotel and restaurant staff/drivers/etc
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