Essence of India (18 Days)

This is a comprehensive journey that covers the best of India - from north to south. The Mughal cities of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur pay testament to a glorious past with their magnificent palaces, majestic forts and elegant gardens. Rajasthan is such an evocative place that it is not hard for visitors to feel as if they have been transported back to a time of pomp and ceremony, as befitting the opulence of the rule of the maharajas. The south of India offers the perfect contrast to all this. The colour of the region and the more relaxed pace of life are reflected in the markets, small villages and intricate waterways. Periyar National Park is a haven for wildlife and a timeless refuge from the modern world. A cruise on a rice barge through the backwaters of Kerala is yet another such experience that enable travellers to sit back, relax and reflect on the all-encompassing nature of travelling through a place as culturally rich and diverse as India.