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Discover North & South India

17 Days Starting in New Delhi and ending in Cochin

Visiting: New Delhi, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Ranakpur, Chittorgarh, Pushkar, Ajmer, Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra, Kochi, Munnar, Periyar, Alappuzha

Tour operator:

Panda Experiences

Tour code:

17DNASI

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Easy

Age range:

1-85

Special diets catered:

Jain, Halal, Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Private Available:

From: $3830 $3648 (USD) Travel Club discount: -$182

NB: Prices correct on 13-Mar-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

This 17-day North & South India tour takes you from top to bottom, revealing the icons and local secrets of this incredible India. Uncover the Mughal grandeur and the overt spirituality of the north in Pushkar, with historical Jaipur and Agra. Also Revel in the tropical climate, warm waters and lush green landscapes of the south in places like Kochi, Munnar, Kumarakom and Alleppey.

Highlights

Experience the local streets of Old and New Delhi.
Visit the most famous monuments from Mughal era.
Chance to know the stories of Rajasthan Rulers.
Enjoy a visit to the holy Pushkar.
Explore the tea plantations of Munnar.
Visit to Eravikulam National Park.
Enjoy the visit of Periyar wildlife sanctuary.
Spend a night on a traditional Houseboat.

Places You'll See

Taj Mahal, Agra

Taj Mahal, India

Agra

New Delhi

Jaipur

Munnar

Pushkar

Alleppey

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival at New Delhi

New Delhi, India

New Delhi

Location: New Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

On the day of arrival at New Delhi airport, Our representative will assist you at airport and later transfer to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2 : At New Delhi

New Delhi, India

Location: New Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to New Delhi and Old Delhi, visit Qutub Minar and drive pass to Lotus Temple also visit Humayun’s Tomb, later drive pass to Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. After lunch at Delhi local city restaurant later proceed for Old Delhi sightseeing tour visit Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid and drive pass to Red Fort also take a short rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk spice market and huge market for clothes.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3 : New Delhi - Jodhpur (By Flight)

Jodhpur, India

Location: Jodhpur

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at the hotel, later our representative will assist you for transfer to New Delhi airport to board the flight for Jodhpur. Upon arrival at Jodhpur airport, our representative will assist you and transfer to your hotel for night stay.

After check-in and refresh yourself proceed to visit massive Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace (Now converted into the luxury hotel), Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park, Clock Tower, Mandore Temple and Mandore Gardens and Balsamand Lake.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4 : Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur (260 Kms / 5:30 Hrs)

Udaipur

Location: Udaipur, Ranakpur

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Udaipur, via en-route visit to Ranakpur Jain Temples, built in 12th Century.

After finish your temples visit at Ranakpur, later continue drive to Udaipur. Upon arrival at Udaipur check-in to your hotel for night stay.

Optional tour to Eklingji and Nagda Temples which is 25 Kms one way from Udaipur city.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5 : At Udaipur

Udaipur

Location: Udaipur

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Udaipur, visit City Palace, Bagore Ki Haveli, Fateh Sagar Lake, Ambrai Ghat, Jagdish Temple, Udaipur Ropeway, Vintage collection of classic car museum, Shilpgram and Saheliyon ki Bari. Enjoy boat ride at lake pichola.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6 : Udaipur - Chittorgarh - Pushkar (325 Kms / 6:30 Hrs)

Pushkar, India

Location: Chittorgarh, Pushkar

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Pushkar, via en-route visit to Chittorgarh Fort (Rana Kumbha's Palace, Kumbha Shyam Temple, Victory Tower, Meerabai Temple, Tower of Fame, Padmini Palace) and Chittorgarh Museum.

Later continue drive to Pushkar. Upon arrival at Pushkar, check-in to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 7 : Pushkar - Ajmer - Jaipur (150 Kms / 3 Hrs)

Jaipur, India

Location: Ajmer, Jaipur

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for half day guided tour to Pushkar visit Pushkar Lake, Brahma Temple, Savitri Temple Mahadev Temple, Varah Temple, Ramavaikunth Temple, Rangji Temple and the Apteshwar Temple at Pushkar.

In the afternoon time enjoy your lunch and check out from the hotel later drive to Jaipur via en-route visit to Ajmer Dargah Sharif “sufi shrine of Khawaja Moinuddin Chishti” and Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra - a mosque. Later continue drive to Jaipur for check-in to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 8 : At Jaipur

Jaipur, India

Location: Jaipur

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour of Jaipur, visit Amber Fort with Elephant ride / Jeep ride, (Optional tour to Nahargarh Fort and Jaigarh Fort if time permits), visit City Palace, Jantar Mantar and drive pass to Jal Mahal and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) and Birla Temple.

After finishing your sightseeing tour, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 9 : Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (238 Kms / 5 Hrs)

Taj Mahal, Agra

Fatehpur Sikri, India

Agra, India

Location: Fatehpur Sikri, Agra

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Agra, via en-route visit to Fatehpur Sikri, the oldest deserted town built by Mughal Kingdom in 1571 and built by red stone, the Tomb of Salim Chisti, Buland Darwaza, Diwane e Khas and Panch Mahal. Later continue drive to Agra. Upon arrival at Agra check-in to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 10 : Agra - New Delhi (220 Kms / 3:30 Hrs)

Taj Mahal, India

New Delhi, India

Location: New Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Early morning before breakfast Sunrise visit the world’s most popular and beautiful monument Taj Mahal and Mehtab Bagh.

After finishing your guided tour to Taj Mahal, later get back to your hotel for breakfast and refresh, later proceed for guided tour to Agra, visit Agra Fort (Moti Masjid, Octagonal Tower, Jahangir Palace, Diwan-I-Aam, Diwan-I-Khas), Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb and Jama Masjid, also en-route visit to Sikandra Fort (Akbar's Tomb). Later continue to drive for New Delhi. Upon arrival New Delhi check-in to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 11 : New Delhi - Cochin (By Flight)

Kochi, Japan

Kochi, India

Location: Kochi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at the hotel, later our representative will assist you at the hotel for transfer to New Delhi airport to board the flight for Cochin. Upon arrival at Cochin airport, our representative will assist you at airport for transfer to your hotel fro night stay.

After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Cochin, visit Fort Kochi, Dutch Palace, Chinese Fishing Net, Indo Portuguese Museum and Marine Drive. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 12 : Cochin - Munnar (130 Kms / 4 Hrs)

Munnar, India

Location: Munnar

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Munnar “Scenic hills of Kerala” en-route enjoy the scenic beauty & the marvelous waterfalls of Kerala, with high mountains and the low flying clouds passing by.

Upon arrival at Munnar check-in to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 13 : At Munnar

Munnar, India

Location: Munnar

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Munnar, visit Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Old Munnar Town and the town market. Evening enjoy the walk at Tea Estate or free for own activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 14 : Munnar - Periyar (98 Kms / 3:30 Hrs)

Periyar, India

Location: Periyar

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Periyar. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is one of biggest wildlife sanctuaries in India which covers 777 Sq.Kms (300 Sq.miles) for a Tiger Reserve. Upon arrival at Periyar check-in to your hotel for night stay.

After refrsh yourself, later proceed for sightseeing tour of Periyar enjoy the Bamboo Rafting & Border Hiking are a unique program available in Periyar, elephant safari at periyar Wildlife Sanctuary also visit Kumily and Mangaladevi Temple.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 15 : Periyar - Kumarakom (113 Kms / 3 Hrs)

Periyar, India

Location: Periyar

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Kumarakom “Town of Backwaters”. Upon arrival at Kumarakom check-in to your hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later proceed for Kumarakom sightseeing tour visit Vembanad Lake, Aruvikkuzhi Waterfalls, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Kumarakom Beach, Kumarakom Backwaters, Bay Island Driftwood Museum, Pathiramanal Island, Juma Masjid and Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 16 : Kumarakom - Alleppey (32 Kms / 1 Hrs)

Alappuzha, India

Location: Alappuzha

Accommodation: Deluxe Houseboat.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and proceed for backwater to enjoy the houseboat journey.

Upon arrival at Alleppey check-in to your houseboat for night stay. Later proceed for backwaters & lagoons on Alappuzha, Enjoy your lunch and dinner at houseboat. Evening walk around the local street of Alappuzha.
Overnight at Houseboat.

Day 17 : Alleppey - Cochin (60 Kms / 1:30 Hrs) and Departure

Kochi, India

Kochi, Japan

Location: Kochi

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast and check out from houseboat later drive to Cochin airport to board the flight for your home.

What's Included

Meals

16 Breakfast at Hotel, 1 Lunch & 1 Dinner at House Boat
16 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis

3 Star Accommodation.
Assistance during arrival and departure by Panda Experiences
All transfers including airport transfers by an AC vehicle
English speaking guide at New Delhi, Jodhpur, Ranakpur, Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Pushkar, Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra and Cochin

Other languages guides are available on additional charges.
Cycle Rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi
Enjoy a boat ride at Lake Pichola in Udaipur
Elephant / Jeep ride in Jaipur at Amber Fort
Battery car ride at Fatehpur Sikri
Sunrise visit of Taj Mahal and Tonga ride in Agra
Experience the wildlife at Eravikulam National Park
Visit Preiyar Wildlife Sanctuary and enjoy a boat ride at Preiyar Lake
Visit Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
One mineral water bottle per person per day

What's Not Included

Visas fee (if applicable)
Monument entry fees
Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking)
Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip

Mode of Transport

All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC Car MUV / SUV / Sedan car with an English speaking driver. Drivers of our private vehicles are experienced with good knowledge of the road conditions and well trained. The type of vehicles provided are as follows :

Passenger Vehicle type
• 1-2 persons Air-conditioned medium car such as Etios / Dezire or similar
• 3-4 persons Air-conditioned large car such as Toyota Innova or similar
• 5-10 persons Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar

Accommodation

Accommodation at 3 Star deluxe hotels.
4 or 5 Star hotel upgrade are available on request basis.

Check out our Q&As

What currencies are required for this tour?

INR is local currency.
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

Yes
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

Yes
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

Healthy
Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?

Absolutely. Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

What is the maximum group size?

10
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

Yes
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

3 Star
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

100% departure if there is one traveler.
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Yes
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

Yes
Do you require a visa for this holiday?

Only for foreign nationals.
Company Instant Book

Yes
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

Yes
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

Yes
What is the tipping policy?

Tips always optional.
Do I need a visa to travel to India?

Yes. The Government of India grants Tourist Visa to a foreigner who does not have a residence or occupation in India. The only purpose of visiting India should be recreation, sight seeing, casual visit to meet friends and relatives etc. Any activity other than the aforementioned ones is cognizable.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

After confirmation of services, if you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way (e.g. your chosen departure date or accommodation), we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible. Any request for changes must be in writing from the person who made the booking. All cost incurred due to amendment will be borne by you.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Panda Experiences has been in operation since 2008

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Martha

Amazing India trip

11-Dec-2019

I Didn't think I would enjoy it as much as I did. It was an amazing adventure!! The accommodation was good considering it was a budget tour, we stayed at some really nice places. Our tour guides was amazing, it was a well organised tour, he made seamless. We did most of the optional tours. loved the experience. Food was good around $5-7AU dollars, activities were around $5-10 Au dollars.. very affordable. Love the camel and elephant ride. All in all highly recommend this tour.

Daisy

Great trip

23-Oct-2019

It was everything I had hoped it would be and more. Great trip, great people and a great trip with local guide. 10/10 experience

Theo Carlotta

Surprising India tour

19-Sep-2019

The trip was fantastic and very well planned. our guide, was incredibly knowledgeable and attentive and thoughtful. The food was surprising and delicious. One of the days of scheduled was too long, but we’d been warned about a long day and it was necessary because we had a shorter time than usual to do the sightseeing. I guess the lesson is to make sure to ask questions and be clear in communication when planning. In any case, we definitely felt well taken care of team Panda Experiences.

Danny Mories

India trip

15-Aug-2019

The tour has a good mix of activities and a range of places for us to stay. We had lots of local experiences food and mixing with local people. We had exposure to India in a safe and comfortable way. Our tour guides was very helpful and friendly and made the trip comfortable

Karen

Great experience

09-Jan-2020

I had a great experience. Overall enjoyed the tour and the tour guide. Hotel selection is very good. A couple hotels are very good that I hoped for as well as the group.

Anthea

Wonderful Trip

03-Jan-2020

We had a wonderful time exploring Rajasthan with Panda Experiences. The itinerary provided the opportunity to experience the ever changing landscape, language, culture and history of Rajasthan. There were so many incredible and beautiful palaces, forts and temples steeped in history. If you're wondering about whether or not to do a longer tour like this, we'd say the smaller towns were some of the real highlights in Kerala, so much calmer and more personal than the big cities.

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