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Journey north to south through the heart of spectacular India.
Immerse yourself in the wonders of India on this unforgettable journey from New Delhi down to Kovalam. Discover the 'Pink City' of Jaipur, witness the Mughal splendours of Delhi and Agra, safari through Ranthambhore National Park in search of tigers and soak up the ambience of holy Varanasi. Travel on to Chennai, and to the depths of the lush, tropical south, exploring quaint fishing villages and scented spice plantations. Stroll the French Quarter of Pondicherry, learn Ghandi’s story in Madurai, discover traditional dance in Kochi, cruise the backwaters of Kerala and finish in the beautiful seaside town of Kovalam.
- Start
- Delhi, India
- Finish
- Kovalam, India
- Destination
- India
- Style
- Peregrine
- Code
- PIWIC
- Physical rating
- Ages
- Min 18
- Group size
- Min 1, Max 12
Why you'll love this trip
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Discover the man-made beauty that lies across the north of India – from Jaipur’s ‘Palace of the Winds’ and Royal City Palace, Agra’s Red Fort and iconic Taj Mahal, to the palaces of Orchha and the carved steps leading down to the river in Varanasi
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Be immersed in the spirituality of India – the Jama Masjid mosque in Delhi, the ghats of Varanasi, ancient bathing rituals and candle flower ceremonies on the Ganges, Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage sites, and evening prayer ceremonies
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Experience the many splendours of the south, from spice bazaars and verdant tea plantations to the tranquil waters of the south west coast
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Join expert local guides out on safari in Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan, and search for tigers in Periyar National Park, nestled high in the Western Ghats
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This is an excellent way to see the full spectrum of northern and southern India without sacrificing too many creature comforts
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In Kochi enjoy the trendy 1960' themed Art Deco feature stay hotel at the Grand Kochi Hotel
Is this trip right for you?
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This trip is a combination of two of our most popular India itineraries.
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This is a long trip in India (25 days), and on several days long distances are covered.
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Between December and February, delays are common for trains in North India due to fog.
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The drive to Munnar on Day 20 is on windy roads in the mountains. Motion sickness can be an issue for some, but the scenery is stunning and regular stops will be made to break up your journey.
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Itinerary
Accommodation
- Jaypee Siddharth Hotel or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Accommodation
- Lemon Tree Premier or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Jaipur - Walking tour
- Jaipur - Bollywood Movie at Raj Mandir Cinema
Optional Activities
- Jaipur - Jantar Mantar Observatory - INR200
- Jaipur - City Palace - INR600
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Lemon Tree Premier or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Jaipur - Amber Fort
Optional Activities
- Jaipur - Balloon Safari - USD260
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Castle Kanota 'feature stay' or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Notes: Ranthambhore National Park is closed between 1 July and 30 September each year. On those trips affected, we'll visit nearby Sawai Mansingh Sanctuary. Sawai Mansingh Sanctuary is located approx. 16 km from Ranthambhore and, due to its hilly terrain, isn't as affected by the monsoon. Tigers inhabit this area also and spottings are more favourable at this time of year as they move away from flooded areas of Ranthambore.
Accommodation
- Pugmarks Resort or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Ranthambore National Park - Evening safari
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Special Information
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Peregrine requires a scanned copy of your passport bio page at time of booking to secure a permit for your Ranthambore National Park visit. Authorities at Ranthambhore NP follow a strict booking process whereby permits are issued on a first come first serve basis. If we do not receive correct passport details in time we cannot guarantee you on the tiger safari.Accommodation
- Pugmarks Resort or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Ranthambore National Park - Morning Safari
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Jaypee Palace or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Agra - Taj Mahal
- Agra - Agra Fort
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Jaypee Siddharth or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Delhi - Jama Masjid
- Delhi - Old Delhi tour
- Delhi - Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh Temple)
Optional Activities
- Delhi - Red Fort - INR500
- Delhi - Qutub Minar - INR500
- Delhi - Humayun's Tomb - INR500
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Hindustan International or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Varanasi - Old City tour
- Varanasi - Sunset candle ceremony
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
.Accommodation
- Hotel Hindustan International or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Varanasi - Sunrise boat trip
Optional Activities
- Varanasi - Sarnath day trip (entry only) - INR250
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Jaypee Siddharth Hotel or similar (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Delhi - City Food Crawl Urban Adventure - INR3500
- Delhi - Home-Cooked Experience Urban Adventure - INR4000
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Lemon Tree Hotel Guindy or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Accommodation
- The Wildflower Resort & Spa or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Mamallapuram - Shore Temple
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- The Windflower Resort & Spa or Similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Auroville - Experimental township
- Puducherry - Walking tour & Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Poppy's Hotel or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Poppy's Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Madurai - Sri Meenakshi 1000 Pillar Entrance
- Madurai - Sri Meenakshi Temple
- Madurai - Gandhi Museum
- Madurai - Walking tour
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Rangerwood Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Periyar - Spice plantation visit
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Rangerwood Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Periyar - Guided nature walk
Optional Activities
- Periyar NP - Ayurvedic Massage - INR700
- Periyar - Kalaripayattu (Indian Martial Art) performance - INR200
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
please note the optional Ayurvedic massage price starts at INR700. The range is INR700 to INR4000Accommodation
- Hotel Eastend or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Munnar - Tea Garden visit
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Eastend or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Munnar - Mattupetty Dam
- Munnar - Town Walk
Meals Included
- Breakfast
In the early evening you will also witness a Kathakali dance performance, a classical, powerful, and dramatic dance style that combines symbolic storytelling with physical technique. It is one of the most vibrant and extraordinary theatre forms in the world, and requires incredible commitment and rigorous training physically, as well as incredible emotional sensitivity to properly express the nuances of expression required.
Accommodation
- The Grand Hotel (Feature Stay) or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Kochi - Fort Kochi walk
- Kochi - Kathakali performance
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
Please note that Kerala is officially a dry state, with alcohol sales and consumption limited to bars in 5 star hotels.Maybe ask your tour leader to make a booking at the excellent restaurant at the Grand Hotel.
Accommodation
- The Grand Hotel (Feature Stay) or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Tour
- Kochi - Jewish Synagogue
- Kochi - Dutch Palace
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Pickadaley Houseboat (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Uday Samudra Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Kovalam - Walking tour
Optional Activities
- Kovalam - Anchuthengu Fort - INR50
- Kovalam - Koyikkal Palace - INR50
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Kovalam is a lovely place to spend some extra days on the beach. Peregrine can organise a departure transfer to the airport in Trivandrum otherwise your leader will assist you in booking a taxi.
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals
23 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinnersTransport
Auto-rickshaw, Bicycle rickshaw, Boat, Plane, Private vehicle, TrainAccommodation
Comfortable Hotel (18 nights), Houseboat (1 night) Kochi Feature stay (1 night), Heritage Property (1 night), Resort (2 nights)Included Activities
- Jaipur - Walking tour
- Jaipur - Bollywood Movie at Raj Mandir Cinema
- Jaipur - Amber Fort
- Ranthambore National Park - Evening safari
- Ranthambore National Park - Morning Safari
- Agra - Taj Mahal
- Agra - Agra Fort
- Delhi - Jama Masjid
- Delhi - Old Delhi tour
- Delhi - Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh Temple)
- Varanasi - Old City tour
- Varanasi - Sunset candle ceremony
- Varanasi - Sunrise boat trip
- Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
- Mamallapuram - Shore Temple
- Auroville - Experimental township
- Puducherry - Walking tour & Sri Aurobindo Ashram
- Madurai - Sri Meenakshi 1000 Pillar Entrance
- Madurai - Sri Meenakshi Temple
- Madurai - Gandhi Museum
- Madurai - Walking tour
- Periyar - Spice plantation visit
- Periyar - Guided nature walk
- Munnar - Tea Garden visit
- Munnar - Mattupetty Dam
- Munnar - Town Walk
- Kochi - Fort Kochi walk
- Kochi - Kathakali performance
- Tour
- Kochi - Jewish Synagogue
- Kochi - Dutch Palace
- Kovalam - Walking tour
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Important notes
1. A single supplement is available for purchase and is available for all nights of the trip.
2. Please note that this trip is made up of two of our most popular India trips. As such the make up of your group and your leader may change on day 12 when you fly to Chennai.
3. The flight from Delhi to Chennai is unaccompanied.
4. Hot air balloon flights are operated by Sky Waltz in Jaipur. Flights operate mornings from September to June and morning and evening from September to March. Morning flights depart around sunrise and evening flights late afternoon and last 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 in cash - INR/USD/AUD/GBP only please Flights are subject to weather conditions and tickets are fully refundable.

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