This tour is conducted at a medium-fast pace. Some long travel days may be required to complete this itinerary and you will typically spend two nights at each destination, with some one night stays required. This trip includes a mix of sightseeing and free time to explore at your own pace. You will be required to move about unassisted, including getting on and off vehicles, walking up and down stairs and some activities will be conducted on uneven or steep terrain. You will be required to handle your own luggage.
This tour is fully escorted by an expert English-speaking guide who will accompany you throughout the tour.
These tours are our proudest creations. They have been crafted for Inspiring Vacations travellers exclusively, with personal and unique experiences in mind. Please see the Important Information on your selected tour for exact group size. Enjoy features such as hand-picked accommodation, a sampling of the region’s best culinary delights, and a range of optional activities to choose from to best suit your travel style.
✓ Intimate group experience, with no more than 16 people
✓ Return international airfares with a full-service airline
✓ All internal airfares
✓ Return airport transfers
✓ 10 nights in luxury 5-star accommodation, plus 5 nights in heritage hotels
✓ Most meals included with daily breakfast, 8 lunches and 6 dinners
✓ Fully escorted tour through India
✓ All transportation and sightseeing with entry fees included, including the magnificent Golden Triangle, the iconic Taj Mahal in the golden light of sunset, and beautiful palaces and temples
✓ 24/7 customer service and your own Dedicated Support Agent
Travel with the experts for a carefully curated, value-packed discovery of the world's most iconic destinations. Our tours are bursting with must-see sights, rich experiences and quality inclusions, all at an unbeatable price. Bucket list dreams are ticked off on these all-encompassing journeys.
Welcome to India! Today begins your journey through this incredibly diverse and sensational country. Upon arrival at the Delhi International Airport you will be warmly greeted by our representative who will assist by transferring you to your hotel. Take the evening to relax and prepare for your first day of touring tomorrow.
Today we enjoy a full day in India’s National Capital Territory. Time travel truly seems possible here, as we wander from the modern metropolis of New Delhi to the ancient neighbourhood of Old Delhi.
Your adventure begins with a morning welcome meeting led by your expert tour guide. Following the meeting we'll begin our sightseeing tour of Old Delhi, a positively remarkable area dating back to the 1600s.
Our tour begins at the Jama Masjid, one of India’s largest mosques, which stands across the road from the historic Red Fort. This glorious mosque was commissioned by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, who also commissioned the Taj Mahal. Built with red sandstone and white marble, Jama Masjid can accomodate up to 25,000 worshippers.
Next, we will experience an exhilarating cycle rickshaw ride in the busy market area of Chandni Chowk. Within the market's narrow lanes the traditional workmanship for which Delhi is famous is still very much alive. Originating from the times of the Mughal Empire, it is said that the descendants of royal chefs still work in the market.
Later, we will visit the Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib, a magnificent place of worship where we will learn about the history of the Sikh religion. En route back to our hotel we will stop at the India Gate, a war memorial dedicated to the Indian soldiers who died during WWI, as well as Rashtrapati Bhavan, the official home of the country's president.
This evening you’ll have the opportunity to mingle with your fellow travellers as you enjoy a lovely buffet dinner at the hotel.
Tonight you'll be welcomed to India in style, with our Inspiring Stay at the Oberoi Maidens. A heritage hotel that offers luxury of a bygone era, the Oberoi Maidens has spacious rooms and legendary hospitality, making it one of the best in Delhi.
This morning we depart Delhi and travel onwards to Agra, arriving in the late afternoon. This magnificent city is home to the iconic Taj Mahal, a monument to love and one of, if not the, most beautiful building in the world. Taking 22 years and 20,000 men to build, the white marble was quarried in from more than 300 kilometres away and transported by a fleet of 1,000 elephants. We'll visit the Taj Mahal at sunset, a truly magical hour, and witness this flawless architectural creation as it becomes awash in an ethereal golden light.
This evening we'll jump on a 'Chaat Crawl' through the city thought to serve up the country’s best. Chaat are savoury snacks (like fried potatoes, or samosa broken into pieces and served with chutney) typically served roadside from stalls or carts; it is the Indian equivalent to fast food. Though chaat is said to originate in Uttar Pradesh, the food has become immensely popular in the rest of India and the Indian subcontinent. Once your appetite has been piqued we'll enjoy another delicious buffet dinner at our hotel.
This morning you'll have the opportunity to join a truly unforgettable optional Inspiring Sight in which we visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise. Later this morning we'll depart from Agra and travel towards our next destination, Jaipur, the so-called 'Pink City'. En route to Jaipur we'll visit Fatehpur Sikri, the one-time capital of the Mughal Empire and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The ancient city's stunning mosque incorporates Persian architectural elements, as well as more traditional local design.
Lunch will be included at Laxmi Vilas Palace, close to the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary on Agra Jaipur Highway, where you will enjoy a sumptuous meal. Later, we continue on our way to Jaipur. Upon arrival, the rest of the day is yours to spend at leisure: relax or enjoy one of our bonus Inspiring Sights to enhance your experience.
You may choose to include 2 optional Inspiring Sights throughout your tour, free as part of your package.
A spectacle to behold at any time of day, it takes on a whole new life when bathed in the early morning light. This experience will leave you feeling awakened and inspired.
Starts: approx: Between 6:00am- 7:00am
Duration: approx: 3 hours
Please note the start and duration times outlined are subject to change based on factors beyond our control such as traffic and weather conditions. Your Tour Guide will confirm operation times with you whilst on-tour and can answer any further questions you may have.
After breakfast this morning our local guide will take us on an informative sightseeing tour of Jaipur.
Our tour will begin at the magnificent City Palace, now converted into a museum, save for a small portion that is still used by the royal family of Jaipur. Built in the fortified 'campus' style, the palace covers an area equal to almost one-seventh of the city. Here we will tour the beautiful Chandra Mahal and Mubarak Mahal palaces within, as well as the intricately decorated Peacock Gate. Following this we will visit the Jantar Mantar monument and observatory, constructed between 1727 and 1734 by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Jaipur and one of India's five observatories. Jantar Mantar is home to an ancient collection of nineteen architectural astronomical instruments and features the world’s largest stone sundial. The site has also been recognised by UNESCO.
Upon completion of our guided tour here, we bid farewell to Jaipur and begin our drive to Jodhpur. Along the way we'll stopp for a delectable buffet lunch at a local restaurant. Once we reach Jodhpur, the rest of the day is yours to spend at leisure.
Tonight, enjoy an Inspiring Stay at the incredible Ajit Bhawan in Jodhpur. With some 100 years of history, Ajit Bhawan is said to be the first heritage hotel in the country, allowing you a taste of the once kingly lifestyle of its mahrajas and maharanis.
This morning you'll have the opportunity to rise with the sun and join our incredible optional Inspiring Sight and gain a deeper understanding into the local culture by visiting a nearby Bishnoi village.
Later this morning we'll visit Mehrangarh Fort, situated on a high rocky outcrop overlooking the walled city. From here you can see the beautiful and iconic shade of blue that the city buildings have been painted. Mehrangarh Fort is one of the largest forts in India. The beauty and the grandeur of numerous palaces within the fort narrate a saga of hard sandstone yielding to the chisels of skilled Jodhpuri sculptors. Inside the fort, witness a series of stunning courtyards and palaces. After our tour here we'll enjoy a lovely buffet lunch at our hotel. Following lunch, enjoy an afternoon at leisure, perhaps taking a dip in the hotel pool, or enjoying one of our bonus Inspiring Sights to enhance your experience.
You may choose to include 2 optional Inspiring Sights throughout your tour, free as part of your package.
Visit the nearby Bishnoi villages where you’ll find a welcoming, nature-loving community. In this village safari tour, you’ll come across wildlife and learn why the Bishnoi are so protective of their land.
Great food and an enchanting atmosphere make for a superb Rajasthani gastronomic experience at this exclusive rooftop restaurant in the heart of Jodhpur, overlooking majestic Mehrangarh Fort. Enjoy dinner while you admire treasured landmarks like the imposing fort, the clock tower, Umaid Bhawan Palace and the city lights.
Starts: approx: Between 7:00pm-7:30pm
Duration: approx: 2 hours
Please note the start and duration times outlined are subject to change based on factors beyond our control such as traffic and weather conditions. Your Tour Guide will confirm operation times with you whilst on-tour and can answer any further questions you may have.
After breakfast we depart Jodhpur and head towards Udaipur, visiting Eklingji Temple en route. The architecture of this two-storey Hindu temple is remarkable, featuring a pyramidal roof and a tower. Inside the complex, the main temple is a huge pillared hall or mandap, that is sheltered by a hefty roof. On entering this hall, you'll be welcomed by a silver image of Nandi, the white ox on which Lord Shiva rides.
Continuing on our way to Udaipur we'll stop for a buffet lunch at a local restaurant. Upon arrival at our hotel, you may enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Known as the City of Lakes, Udaipur is set around a series of stunning artificial lakes, and is well-known for its lavish royal residences. This morning you'll have the chance to begin your day with a sunrise cycling tour around the city (optional). Alternatively, you may spend the morning relaxing at the hotel or lounging by the pool.
This afternoon we'll visit the impressive City Palace. Well known as one of the biggest palaces in Rajasthan, this grand building is set on the banks of Pichola Lake. Though construction began in the late 1500s, under the orders of Maharana Udai Singh II, the palace was added to and tinkered with for a further 400 years, as his successors came and went. Today this monumental complex consists of 11 palaces surrounded by courtyards, balconies, towers and gardens, and is famed for its intricate peacock mosaics.
After our tour, enjoy a cooling breeze as we take to the waters of Lake Pichola by boat to get an uninterrupted view of Udaipur’s lakeside splendour. This evening we'll enjoy dinner at Ambrai Restaurant, housed in the gorgeous Hotel Amet Haveli. Built in the early 1700s on the banks of Pichola, this ornate mansion-hotel boasts panoramic views of Jagdish Temple, Gangaur Ghat, City Palace, Lake Palace, Jag Mandir and Sajjangarh Fort from its restaurant terrace.
You may choose to include 2 optional Inspiring Sights throughout your tour, free as part of your package.
Explore the ‘City of Lakes’ on a short countryside loop on a bike, swerving through untreaded nooks and corners through the beautiful rural countryside. Absorb this historic capital of the Mewar Kingdom at your own pace. A colourful landscape unfolds here with brightly clothed village women. You’ll see a typical hamlet of Rajasthan with people busy with farming. We’ll get to discover kingfisher, langoors, cows, goats and peacocks along the way and have a chance to take a refreshing ride around Lake Pichola, Fateh Sagar and Badi Lake.
Starts: approx: Between 6:30am-6:45am
Duration: approx: 3 hours
Please note the start and duration times outlined are subject to change based on factors beyond our control such as traffic and weather conditions. Your Tour Guide will confirm operation times with you whilst on-tour and can answer any further questions you may have.
This morning we depart Udaipur and travel to Pushkar, stopping along the way for a buffet lunch at a local restaurant. Upon arrival at our hotel, take some time to relax and settle in.
This unique city is set around a sacred lake that's bordered by more than 500 Hindu temples. Here, Hindu pilgrims come to bathe, dipping into its water from one of the 52 ghats (steps that lead down to water) that encircle the lake. A soak in Pushkar Lake is believed to cleanse sins and cure skin diseases. We'll enjoy a walking tour of the bustling ghats and some of the temples around the lake this evening, watching on in quiet contemplation as the devout worship by the holy water.
Early risers can hike up to the Savitri Temple this morning for amazing sunrise views over the city. There might even be a steaming glass of chai waiting for you at the top, if the chai wallah (or tea seller) is there. Later this morning we depart Pushkar and head back to Jaipur.
On arrival in Jaipur we'll check into our hotel before beginning our afternoon tour. We transfer from the hotel to the parking area below Amber Fort where we will board Jeeps that take us up the hill to the entrance gate. The fort’s majestic appearance and its geographical advantages mean it's a very special place to visit. Its alluring blend of Hindu and Muslim architecture, along with its beautiful use of red sandstone and white marble, make this an extremely attractive complex. Maharaja Mansingh, Mughal Emperor Akbar’s most successful general, started the construction of Amber Fort in the 17th century.
After touring around the fort, we'll enjoy an Inspiring Taste inside at the opulent 1135 AD Restaurant. All the recipes used at 1135 AD are those that have been passed down through generations of the various royal families. One would expect the food to be rich and decadent, and it does not disappoint on either account.
This morning we depart Jaipur and board a SpiceJet flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival in Varanasi you’ll be greeted by a representative and transferred to your hotel just in time for lunch.
Enjoy an afternoon at leisure before our evening visit to the local ghats to witness the aarti ceremony. Taking its name from the Sanskrit word for homage and devotion, aarti takes place every evening on the banks of the River Ganges. During the ceremony, small diva (candle-lit lamps decorated with flowers) are floated down the river as an offering to the Goddess Ganga, accompanied by a spellbinding chorus of hymn-chanting, drums and temple bells.
We begin early this morning with a sunrise boat tour on the Ganges, where you can watch the light gradually illuminate the many ghats and temples along the river as you pass. Later this morning we take a trip to nearby Sarnath, one of the four main Buddhist pilgrimage destinations. This site is where Buddha spoke of the path to enlightenment, and it features a number of stupas and museums to explore. Alternatively, you may wish to spend your morning exploring the laneways and alleys behind the ghats, or picking up some examples of the excellent local silk industry.
After a buffet lunch at the hotel, we’ll take a walking tour of the old city. We’ll wander through narrow laneways packed with interesting stalls and shops, past the dhobi wallahs (clothes washermen), burning ghats, and the endless temples that echo with bells and the aroma of incense. We’ll witness pilgrims performing ancient bathing rituals and ceremonies and learn why Varanasi is considered the spiritual capital of India.
After breakfast this morning you will head to the airport to board your flight from Varanasi to Delhi with Indigo, and then a connecting flight with Air India to Armitsar. There are limited flight options for this route, therefore your scheduled arrival into Armitsar is 1820pm. The city of Amritsar was founded in 1577 by the fourth Sikh guru, Guru Ram Das and is home to the magnificent Golden Temple, the holiest shrine of the Sikh religion.
Upon arrival at the airport, we'll be met upon arrival and transferred to our hotel where you will enjoy a delicious buffet dinner.
This evening at approximatey 2100pm, we'll visit the Golden Temple to see the enchanting palki sahib ceremony. To the accompaniment of drums and hymns, a gold and silver-gilded palanquin (a portable bed or couch that is mounted on two poles and carried at each end on the shoulders of porters) decorated with silk brocades, is prepared by the devotees to carry the Guru Granth Sahib (the Sikh holy book) from the main shrine in Hari Mandir to Darshani Deorhi (gateway leading to the inner sanctum).
After a long day, you will return to the hotel to rest before a day of sightseeing tomorrow.
This morning we'll embark on a city sightseeing tour of Amritsar. We begin by returning to the Golden Temple, which sits in the middle of a sacred lake. Here we'll listen to the soothing sounds of the devout chanting verses from the Sikh holy book, the Guru Granth Sahib. We will then visit Jallianwala Bagh, a public garden that houses a memorial of the tragic 1919 massacre that played a vital role in India’s independence. After our tour here we'll return to the hotel for a buffet lunch before spending the afternoon at leisure.
This evening we'll head out to the India-Pakistan border to witness the pomp and circumstance of the daily Wagah border flag-lowering ceremony – a military practice that the security forces of India and Pakistan have followed since 1959.
Very early this morning we'll depart Amritsar on the Shatabadi Express train towards Delhi. Your train service departs at 455am. Please note this is the only available service on this train.
Upon arrival in Delhi we'll be met and transferred to our hotel where we'll spend the rest of the day at leisure.
This evening, savour a delectable farewell dinner at the opulent Veda Restaurant. There's a warm ambience, thanks to the red brick walls and soft lighting from chandeliers, but the pièce de résistance is the central ceiling dome, which is embellished with thikri kaam, a special decorative feature that uses glasswork from the arid regions of Rajasthan. The menu, meanwhile, is packed with contemporary takes on a variety of Indian classic dishes. This magical dining experience is the perfect way to complete your final day in India.
Today marks the end of your magnificent and unforgettable tour through India. Enjoy free time at the hotel before your transfer to Delhi International Airport where you will board your flight home or towards your onward destination. We hope you have thoroughly enjoyed your inspiring experience.
Arrive home today after your amazing adventure, we hope you have been Inspired!
Inspiring Stays
Inspiring Sights
To enhance your journey, we're offering guests 2 bonus sightseeing experiences out of a choice of 4 options (options listed under 'Optional Tours').
Inspiring Taste
Refundable deposit within 28 days of purchase:
For cancellations made within 28 days of paying the deposit on any tour, your deposit can be refunded in full or can be transferred to a new booking should you decide to change to another package or destination. Please note this change of mind guarantee does not apply for bookings made within 90 days of departure, after which time our standard 48 hour cooling off period applies. After this time, your booking becomes non-refundable.
All cancellation or change requests must be advised in writing to our Customer Service Team at support@inspiringvacations.
Refund times will vary and the timeframe of which will be advised at the time of cancellation. Any refund of deposit will be issued back to the original form of payment.
Any bookings made prior to 13 March 2020 must abide by the original payment term conditions.
Transferrable second installment up until 90 days before scheduled departure:
Following the second installment payment and up until 90 days before your departure only, should you wish to postpone your travel or transfer to another package, we can provide you with a credit note of the current balance paid on your booking, to be used to rebook within 18 months of the credit being issued.
Any change request must be advised in writing to our Customer Service Team at support@inspiringvacations.
Any bookings made prior to 13 March 2020 must abide by the original payment term conditions.
Please refer to our full Terms and Conditions for more details
Deposit & Payments
Booking Process
Airfare Information
Full-service airline used will be Air New Zealand, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Thai Airways, China Southern, Emirates Airlines or similar.
Flights are not direct and include a maximum of two connections
If you would like to travel with a preferred airline, please ensure you mention this in the special request field. Please note that appropriate fare and tax difference will be applicable in order to confirm your request.
All tickets will include 20 kilos checked baggage per person, along with 7 kilos of hand luggage.
Despite the airlines baggage allowance, we recommend travelling with 20 kilos per person due to restrictions with internal flights (where applicable), as well as coach and train transportation. Also, you will be responsible for handling your luggage at all times as the services of porters is not included. If travelling over this amount, you will be liable for any excess baggage fees enforced by the airline, payable direct.
Once ticketed, flights are non-refundable; any changes will be subject to the airline rules and change fees
Full names as per passport (including all middle names) are required
Any airline schedule changes or cancellations are beyond our control
Premium Economy or Business Class upgrades
Please specify this as a 'Special Request' when completing your booking and you will be quoted for the additional fare. In the event your selection is unavailable, or that you are dissatisfied with the quote, you will be provided with a full refund.
Land Only discount
A reduction of $1,100 per person applies if you wish to arrange your own airfares. To purchase a land-only fare, please select this option in the booking process under 'Departure City'.
Please note, if you are not arriving or departing as per the group itinerary, airport transfers are also no longer included. If you would like us to arrange this service for you, please refer to the ‘Extra services’ section for pricing.
Extending Your Stay
Some customers like to enhance their holiday by extending their stay pre- and/or post-tour or including a stopover in another destination. If you wish to do so, please follow these steps:
By choosing to extend your stay, please note that a supplement of $150 per person, plus applicable fare and tax differences will apply. We will contact you via email with a quote and proposed flight itinerary, and then proceed with collecting the additional payment required to confirm your request.
You can enhance your holiday by arriving or departing before or after the tour, adding a stopover package en-route or booking a tour extension. On this tour you can choose from the following options:
Pre and post-tour accommodation (deviating from group flights forfeits your group airport transfers)
Arrival and departure airport transfers
Please specify in the 'Special Request' field when making your purchase your preferred travel arrangements and if you would like our team to book additional nights' accommodation and/or airport transfers. The additional cost for these land arrangements will be added to your final payment invoice and are subject to availability.
Please note, the transfers are not private and you may be grouped with other Inspiring Vacations customers.
You have the choice of 2 of 4 Inspiring Sights to enhance your journey, free as part of your package:
Optional tours can be selected once you have finalised your tour purchase and paid your deposit. When completing your Passenger Booking Form, you will be asked if you would like to add Optional Tours, where any applicable cost will be added to your final balance. If you choose not to select them at this time, you can choose to add them later by logging in to your Account online or speaking with your Dedicated Support Agent for assistance.
Please note that you must select your Optional Tours no later than 65 days before departure, after which you will be required to purchase them on tour. Please keep in mind that anything purchased on-tour is subject to availability and prices may vary as you will be paying in local currency. We appreciate your understanding.
Fitness Requirements
While the tour itinerary should give you some guidance and overview to the expected requirements, to determine if this tour is right for you we categorise each of our tours in terms of their intensity. These guidelines are to ensure that each tour group is conducted as expected and to ensure the overall satisfaction of all Inspiring Vacations customers.
As a general rule, porterage is not included, therefore at all times you are expected to handle your own luggage where help may not be available.
This particular tour is categorised as a “4”:
4 – Active Tour: A very good level of fitness and mobility is required for you to enjoy all aspects of the itinerary, as this is considered a fast-paced tour. While there is some free time scheduled either in the morning or afternoon, there are many full days of sightseeing with minimal rest and some early starts. You will be required to walk up and down stairs, get on and off the coach and participate in all scheduled sightseeing that may be conducted on uneven ground and terrain. Any physical ailments you may have must be disclosed at the time of booking to determine your suitability. If you have any form of walking aids, other than a walking stick or hiking poles, then this tour is not suitable.
Tipping
A friendly reminder that tipping is not included in your package. At the commencement of your tour you will be asked to provide tipping to your guide towards a ‘kitty’, which is then used towards the guide tipping for the services of helpers, hotel staff, restaurants and airport porterage. We recommend NZD$4 per person, per day, to be paid in local currency. Please note that this tipping is not for the guide or driver, merely for the guide to tip the services of other local workers during your tour. While not made compulsory, if you choose not to contribute to the kitty it means that the guide is tipping for these services out of their own pocket. Your cooperation in this instance is most appreciated.
Further, tipping for your guide and driver will be collected at the conclusion of their services. To remove the uncertainty and stress of not knowing how much is appropriate to tip we recommend NZD$7-11 per person per day for your guide and NZD$4-6 per person per day for your driver to be paid in local currency. The amount you wish to contribute is dependent on the services received and at the complete discretion of the guest. Thank you for your understanding.
Any other tipping, such as tips for camera and video fees, bathroom attendants or hotel porters that are taking luggage to your room, is at your discretion as are gratuities for additional requested special services. We encourage passengers to have a supply of small denominations of local currency to distribute for personal tipping.
Accommodation
The accommodation listed is subject to change. Any changes will be of an equal or higher standard. Bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only. All efforts will be made to meet your preferences however any changes are beyond our control.
Single Supplement
Single supplement is $1900 per person in addition to the twin share price.
Triple Share
Not available
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is required to protect yourself against the unexpected.
Visa & Passport information
It is the traveller’s responsibility to ensure they have a valid passport. The passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your intended date of return.
An e-visa is required for entry into India. You will be able to obtain your E-visa when you have your tour documents indicating your date of entry into India, approximately 120 days prior to departure.
Please note, the ETA is limited to 60 days validity from the date of arrival.
You can visit https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/Registration to purchase your visa online. The cost is US$80 per person. We can assist you over the phone as best as possible, however cannot submit the application on your behalf.
Please note that the information provided is subject to change at any time. For the most up-to-date information, we recommend visiting https://safetravel.govt.nz/
Tour Documentation
Final documentation including e-tickets and hotel details will be provided approximately 30 days prior to travel.
Group Size
4-16 people
Trip Style - Small Group Tour
These tours are our proudest creations. They have been crafted for Inspiring Vacations travellers exclusively, with personal and unique experiences in mind. You will travel with only a maximum of 20 other guests. Enjoy choice features such as hand-picked accommodation, a sampling of the region’s best culinary delights and a range of optional activities to choose from to best suit your travel style.
Children
Children must be 5 years old or over and share a room with parents at all times. Children are the same price as adults.
Tour Length
The total length of the tour in days includes time spent in flight and is subject to change depending on the flight schedule, please refer
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