Welcome to Delhi, the nation’s capital, a vibrant city with an unbelievable amount of history! Your tour guide will meet you at the airport, and then you will transfer to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time and how tired you are, the tour guide will plan the rest of the day with you accordingly, which could include some sightseeing, plus a welcome dinner.

Included:
– Airport Transfer
– Welcome dinner
– Delhi sightseeing of your choice (food not included)

Today, you can do any of the City Tours or Slum Tours, which we do. We suggest visiting Sanjay Colony, a small slum built on 25 acres of land located in the south of Delhi near the Baha'i Lotus Temple and the ISKCON temple. Learn about the working and residential life and witness how, despite the challenging living conditions, it remains an area charged with positive energy and strong community. You will also learn about the NGO programs directly supported by your visit.

In the afternoon we suggest doing some more traditional sightseeing of your choice, such as visiting India Gate, Qutub Minar, Humayun’s tomb, Agrasen ki Baoli (a stepwell) and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, a Sikh temple and one of the largest community kitchens in India which feeds more than 10,000 people per day. In the evening, if you still have the energy, you can explore old Delhi and go on our popular food tour if you wish!

Included:
– Sanjay Colony Slum Tour
– Sightseeing tour
– Old Delhi Tour (Food not included)

Not included
– Entry fee to Qutub Minar: INR 550 pp
– Entry fee to Humayun’s Tomb: INR 550 pp
– Entry fee to Red Fort: INR 550 pp

We’ll leave Delhi in the morning by car, arrive in Jaipur (5 hrs) by the afternoon, and check in to our hotel.

We will then go on an orientation walk around Jaipur, also known as the Pink City of India because it feels like every building within the historic centre is made and painted of pink terracotta colour.

Later in the afternoon, we will head to Nahargarh Fort for the stunning sunset view of the Pink City

Not Included
– Entry fee to Nahargarh Fort: INR 500 pp
– Entry fee for the sunset view: INR 200 pp

Today we will go on a full day tour of Jaipur. In the morning, we will visit Amber Fort with its magnificent views, and in the afternoon we will continue to explore the rest of the city, such as Hawa Mahal, City Palace and Jantar Mantar, and Bapu Bazaar if you wish to do some shopping. There’s also the option to see a Bollywood film at the famous Raj Mandir cinema.

Included:
– Local Guide for Amber Fort
– Local Guide for Jantar Mantar

Not Included:
– Entry to Amber Fort: INR 500 pp
– Entry to Hawa Mahal: INR 250 pp
– Entry to Jantar Mantar: INR 250 pp
– Entry fee to City Palace: INR 500 pp
– Bollywood Movie: INR 300 pp

In the morning, we’ll drive to Agra, home of the Taj Mahal and the Magnificent Agra Fort. On the way, there is the option to visit Fatehpur Sikri fort and Abhaneri Chand Baori, one of the largest stepwells in the world, where you descend many steps before reaching the water level.

We will arrive in Agra in the afternoon, where we’ll check into a family-run guest house; afterwards, we’ll explore Mehtab Bagh, a small 22-acre Persian-style garden located next to the Yamuna River, offering a very unique view of the Taj Mahal. Later, we’ll visit the massive Agra Fort, built with red sandstone. Head back to the hotel in the evening after dinner. If you are not tired, have a drink on the hotel’s rooftop overlooking the Taj!

Included:
– Local Guide at Agra Fort

Not Included
– Entry fee to Fatehpur Sikri: INR 610 pp
– Entry fee to Abhaneri Chand Baori (stepwell): INR 300 pp
– Entry fee to Mehtab Bagh: INR 300 pp
– Boat ride on Yamuna river behind Taj: INR 500 pp
– Entry fee to Agra Fort: INR 650 pp

Today we’ll wake up early to see the Taj Mahal at sunrise- the best time to visit. We come back to our guest house to have a late breakfast and then check out and drive to Delhi.

On the way, we will stop at a small village, where you will gain an understanding of how the majority of India’s population lives, with its unique traditions and customs. We will also visit one of our Rural Community Projects to see how you can support this cause by taking a tour with us.

We’ll arrive in Delhi in the evening, check into your hotel, and you probably won’t have much energy to do anything else!

Included:
– Local Tour Guide at the Taj Mahal

Not Included:
– Entry fee to Taj Mahal: INR 1300 pp

This morning, we will complete the tour and then transfer you to the airport.

Included:
– Airport transfer

Welcome to Delhi, the nation’s capital, a vibrant city with an unbelievable amount of history! Your tour guide will meet you at the airport, and then you will transfer to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time and how tired you are, the tour guide will plan the rest of the day with you accordingly, which could include some sightseeing, plus a welcome dinner.

Included:
– Airport Transfer
– Welcome dinner
– Delhi sightseeing of your choice (food not included)

Today, you can do any of the city tours or slum tours that we do. We suggest in the morning, visiting Sanjay Colony, a small slum built on 25 acres of land located in the south of Delhi near the Baháʼí Lotus Temple and the Iskcon temple. Learn about the working and residential life and witness how, despite the challenging living conditions, it remains an area charged with positive energy and a strong community. You will also learn about the NGO programs directly supported by your visit.

In the afternoon, we suggest doing some more traditional sightseeing of your choice, such as visiting India Gate, Qutub Minar, Humayun’s tomb, Agrasen ki Baoli (a stepwell), and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, a Sikh temple and one of the largest community kitchens in India, which feeds more than 10,000 people per day. In the evening, if you still have the energy, you can explore old Delhi and go on our popular food tour if you wish!

Included:
– Sanjay Colony Slum Tour
– Sightseeing tour
– Old Delhi Tour (Food not included)

Not included
– Entry fee to Qutub Minar: INR 550 pp
– Entry fee to Humayun’s Tomb: INR 550 pp
– Entry fee to Red Fort: INR 550 pp

Today we leave in the early morning for Agra, home of the Taj Mahal and the Magnificent Agra Fort. On the way, we will stop at a small village where you will get an understanding of how the majority of India’s population lives with their unique traditions and customs, and visit one of our Rural Community Projects to see how you support this by taking the tour with us.

We will arrive in Agra late in the afternoon, where we’ll check into a family-run guest house. Afterwards, we’ll explore Mehtab Bagh, a small 22-acre Persian-style garden located next to the Yamuna River, offering a very unique view of the Taj Mahal. Later, we’ll visit the massive Agra Fort, built with red sandstone. The head back to hotel in the evening after dinner. If you are not tired, have a drink on the hotel’s rooftop overlooking the Taj!

Included
– Local Guide at Agra Fort

Not Included
– Entry fee to Mehtab Bagh: INR 300 pp
– Entry fee to Agra Fort: INR 650 pp

Today we’ll wake up early to see the Taj Mahal at sunrise- the best time to visit. We come back to our guest house to have a late breakfast and then check out and drive to Jaipur (4-5 hours). On the way, there is the option to visit Fatehpur Sikri fort and Abhaneri Chand Baori, one of the largest stepwells in the world, where you descend many steps before reaching the water level.

Included:
– Local Tour Guide at Taj Mahal

Not Included:
– Entry fee to Taj Mahal: INR 1300 pp
– Entry fee to Fatehpur Sikri: INR 610 pp
– Entry fee to Abhaneri Chand Baori (stepwell): INR 300 pp

Today we will go on a full-day tour of Jaipur. In the morning, we will visit Amber Fort with its magnificent views, and in the afternoon, we will continue to explore the rest of the city, such as Hawa Mahal, City Palace and Jantar Mantar, and Bapu Bazaar, if you wish to do some shopping. There’s also the option to see a Bollywood film at the famous Raj Mandir cinema.

Included:
– Local Guide for Amber Fort
– Local Guide for Jantar Mantar

Not Included:
– Entry to Amber Fort: INR 500 pp
– Entry to Hawa Mahal: INR 250 pp
– Entry to Jantar Mantar: INR 250 pp
– Entry fee to City Palace: INR 500 pp
– Bollywood Movie: INR 300 pp

We will take an early morning train (5 hours) and leave for Jodhpur, one of the oldest cities of Rajasthan. At lunchtime, we will check into one of the oldest Haweli (traditional townhouses converted into a hotel), go for an afternoon walk in the markets of the Old City, and then recharge our batteries ready for an action-packed next day. You can have a Rajasthani Thali (vegetarian set meal with many different dishes) for dinner at a rooftop restaurant with the imposing Mehrangarh Fort in the background.

Included:
– Market Tour of the Old City

In the morning, we will visit Mehrangarh Fort, one of the largest in India, where you can enjoy great views of the “blue city” below; if you are feeling adventurous, you can go on a zipline tour over the fort! In the afternoon, we will take a jeep to the Thar desert, where on arrival, you will each get your own camel to ride into the dunes and enjoy the sunset. In the evening, we will have a delicious dinner at the camel owner’s family home before heading back to Jodhpur.

Included:
– Jeep and camel ride to Thar Desert, plus family dinner
– Entry fee and transportation to Umaid Bhawan Palace (instead of camel ride)

Not Included:
– Entry fee to Mehrangarh Fort: INR 600pp (with Audio Guide)
– Zipline over Mehrangarh Fort. See Flying Fox Jodhpur: From INR 1,500pp

We’ll travel from Jodhpur to Udaipur by car, stopping at a couple of the region’s true highlights along the way. One of these is Kumbhalgarh Fort (more great views) and the other is Ranakhpur Chaumukha Mandir, a Jain temple in the village of Ranakpur. This temple, built in the 15th century, consists of over 1,444 intricate marble pillars (and no two are alike!). We will arrive in the evening in Udaipur, and after checking into the hotel, we’ll walk to the Bagore Ki Haveli to watch a live Rajasthani cultural dance program. Alternatively, you can enjoy a view of the sunset over Lake Pichola from one of Udaipur’s many rooftop bars.

Included:
– Bagore ki Haweli dance program

Not Included
– Entry fee to Ranakpur Temple: INR 300pp
– Entry fee to Kumbhalgarh Fort: INR 550pp

Early in the morning, there is an option of a sunrise boat ride on Lake Pichola. Later, we will visit the City Palace, currently a royal residence, although part of it has been converted into a museum. Mid-morning, we will visit Jagdish Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, followed by a walk around the local markets, tasting some local sweets, sugar cane juice, and exotic fruits. If you like, you can also learn how to cook real Indian masala chai, pakora, chapattis, and curry, or you can have a lesson in one of the many painting studios.

In the late afternoon, we will get a bit of exercise by cycling around Fateh Sagar Lake, and afterwards enjoy a fresh coconut water or tea. In the evening, we will enjoy a dinner with a local family, understanding more about life in the village, and if you wish, the children can make some “henna” on your hands.

Included:
– Local Guide at the City Palace
– Bicycle ride around the lake
– Dinner with a local family

Not included
– Boat ride on Lake Pichola: INR 300pp
– Entry fees for City Palace: INR 500pp
– Cooking class: INR 1,500 to 2,000pp
– Painting workshop: INR 500pp

Today we take the morning flight to Delhi and reach Delhi by the afternoon. On arrival, we will transfer you to the hotel, and in the afternoon, you have the option to rest or do some last-minute sightseeing.

Please note that Udaipur is ideally located to visit other parts of India, so if you wish to continue your travels elsewhere instead of returning back to Delhi, either with us or independently, do let us know.

Included:
– Sightseeing in Delhi (entrance to monuments not included)

This morning we will finish the tour and we will transfer you to the airport.

Included:
– Airport transfer

Welcome to Delhi, the nation’s capital, a vibrant city with an unbelievable amount of history! Your tour guide will meet you at the airport, and then you will transfer to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time and how tired you are, the tour guide will plan the rest of the day with you accordingly, which could include some sightseeing, plus a welcome dinner.

Included:
– Airport Transfer
– Welcome dinner

Today, you can do any of the city tours or slum tours that we do. We suggest in the morning visiting Sanjay Colony, a small slum built on 25 acres of land located in the south of Delhi near the Bahai Lotus Temple and the Iskcon temple. Learn about the working and residential life, and witness how despite the challenging living conditions, it remains an area charged with positive energy and a strong community. You will also learn about the NGO programs directly supported by your visit.

In the afternoon, we suggest doing some more traditional sightseeing of your choice such as visiting India Gate, Qutub Minar. Humayun’s tomb, Agrasen ki Baoli, and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib – a Sikh temple and one of the largest community kitchens in India which feeds more than 10,000 people per day. In the night, we will hop onto an overnight train to Bikaner!

Included:
– Sanjay Colony Slum Tour
– Sightseeing tour
– Old Delhi Tour (Food not included)

Not included:
– Entry fee to Qutub Minar: INR 550 pp
– Entry fee to Humayun’s Tomb: INR 550 pp
– Entry fee to Red Fort: INR 550 pp

We will have an early morning arrival in Bikaner, an old city popular for its forts, palaces, temples, and food, and then transfer to the hotel. After lunch, we will do an orientation tour in Bikaner, including Junagarh Fort.

Included:
– Day tour in Bikaner

Not included:
– Entry fee to Junagarh Fort: INR 300pp

Today we have an early morning drive to Jaisalmer (6 hrs), a small fort-city in the middle of the Thar Desert, nicknamed the “Golden City”. On arrival, you will check in at the guest house and head for an evening camel safari with dinner in the Thar Desert.

Included:
– Evening Camel Safari with dinner

The next morning, we will head back to the guest house and then have an afternoon tour of the stunning Jaisalmer Fort and markets.

Included:
– Day Tour in Jaisalmer
– Local Guide for Jaisalmer Fort

Not included:
– Entry fee to Jaisalmer Fort: INR 250pp

Today we will take an afternoon train to Jodhpur, the “Blue City” and one of the oldest cities of Rajasthan. We will reach Jodhpur by late evening and stay in a 400-year-old Haveli (traditional townhouse), which has been converted into a guesthouse. You can enjoy a traditional Rajasthani Thali (vegetarian set meal with many different dishes) for dinner at a rooftop restaurant with the imposing Mehrangarh Fort in the background.

In the morning, we will visit Mehrangarh Fort for great views of the blue city below; if you are feeling adventurous, you can go on a zipline tour over the fort! In the afternoon, you have the option of either visiting Umaid Bhawan Palace, one of the world’s largest palaces, which is partly converted into a hotel and palace museum, or Jaswant Thada, a beautiful memorial made of marble and often described as the Taj Mahal of Marwar. In the evening, you can go for a walk among the busy markets if you have the energy!

Included:
– Market Tour of the Old City

Not included:
– Entry fee to Mehrangarh Fort: INR 600pp (with Audio Guide)
– Zipline over Mehrangarh Fort (Flying Fox Jodhpur: From INR 1,500pp
– Entry fee to Jaswant Thada
– Entry fee to Ummaid Bhavan

Today we will take a morning train at 8 am to Jaipur (5 hrs). Once we arrive and check into the hotel in Jaipur, we will head to Nahargarh Fort for the stunning sunset view of the city of the pink city

Not Included:

– Entry fee to Nahargarh Fort: INR 500pp
– Entry fee for Sunset view: INR 200pp

Today we will go on a full day tour of Jaipur. In the morning, we will visit Amber Fort with its magnificent views, and in the afternoon we will continue to explore the rest of the city, such as Hawa Mahal, City Palace and Jantar Mantar, and Bapu Bazaar if you wish to do some shopping. There’s also the option to see a Bollywood film at the famous Raj Mandir cinema.

Included:
– Local Guide for Amber Fort
– Local Guide for Jantar Mantar

Not Included:
– Entry to Amber Fort: INR 500 pp
– Entry to Hawa Mahal: INR 250 pp
– Entry to Jantar Mantar: INR 250 pp
– Entry fee to City Palace: INR 500 pp
– Bollywood Movie: INR 300 pp

Today we’ll catch a train in the morning to Agra, home of the Taj Mahal and the Magnificent Agra Fort. We will arrive in Agra in the afternoon, where we’ll check into a hotel; afterwards we’ll explore Mehtab Bagh, a small 22-acre Persian-style garden located next to the Yamuna river, offering a very unique view of the Taj Mahal. Later, we’ll visit the massive Agra Fort, built with red sandstone. Head back to the hotel in the evening after dinner. If you are not tired, have a drink on the hotel’s rooftop overlooking the Taj!

Included:
– Local Guide at Agra Fort

Not Included:
– Entry fee to Mehtab Bagh: INR 300 pp
– Boat ride on Yamuna river behind Taj: INR 500 pp
– Entry fee to Agra Fort: INR 650 pp

Today we’ll wake up early to see the Taj Mahal at sunrise- the best time to visit. We come back to our guest house to have a late breakfast and then check out and drive to Delhi.

On the way, we will stop at a small village where you will get an understanding of how the majority of India’s population lives with their unique traditions and customs, and visit one of our Rural Community Projects to see how you support this by taking our tour.

We’ll arrive in Delhi in the evening, check into your hotel, and you probably won’t have much energy to do anything else!

Included:
– Local Tour Guide at Taj Mahal

Not Included:
– Entry fee to Taj Mahal: INR 1300pp

This morning we will finish the tour and we will transfer you to the airport.

Included:
– Airport transfer

Welcome to the cosmopolitan metropolis of Mumbai! Your tour guide will pick you up from the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Colaba. Depending on your arrival time and how tired you are, you might want to explore the surrounding area on foot on your own or with your guide, seeing places like the Gateway of India, the Prince of Wales Museum, and Marine Drive.

Over a welcome dinner at a traditional Indian rooftop restaurant, your guide will go over the itinerary for the next 14 action-packed days!

Included:
– Orientation walk in Colaba
– Welcome dinner

We will travel together to Dharavi, one of Asia’s biggest slums and the heart of small-scale industry in Mumbai. The tour of Dharavi, our company’s award-winning and signature tour, shows a balanced portrayal of life for the less privileged in Mumbai, and you will learn about the NGO programs directly supported by your tour.

The rest of the day will allow time for some sightseeing of your choice, such as Victoria Terminus, Haji Ali Mosque, the view of the city from Malabar Hill, as well as the many different, chaotic markets that the city has to offer. You also have an option to take our Bicycle tour in the morning or Food Tour in the evening.

Included:
– Dharavi Tour
– Sightseeing Tour

Not included:
– Bicycle Tour: INR 2300pp
– Food Tour: INR 2300pp

We will take a morning flight to Kochi, one of the big cities of Kerala. After checking into the hotel, in the afternoon, we will visit Fort Kochi, known for its Dutch, Portuguese, and British colonial architecture. We will explore the area, spending time with some fishermen at the famous Chinese fishing nets, and there will be a chance to try pulling the nets yourself!

Included
– Orientation walk in Fort Kochi
– Chinese Fishing net experience

Today we will visit “Jew Town” where the first Jewish people settled in India and Paradesi Synagogue, the first in India. We will also visit the Dutch Palace, gifted to the Cochin Royal Family by the Dutch.

In the evening, you’ll attend an amazing Kathakali performance. Kathakali, a 17th-century  dance-drama that originated in Kerala, will capture you with its elaborate costumes, make-up, and most of all, complicated facial expressions.

Included:
– Tour of Jew Town
– Visit to the Dutch palace
– Local guide in Kochi

Not included:
– Kathakali Performance: INR 300pp

Today we will drive (6-7 hours) to Munnar in the morning. During the long, winding journey to Munnar, you will make several stops where your guide will show you many aspects of domestic and agricultural Keralan village life. We will also visit a toddy shop (liquor made from coconut sap, which you can try), and we will enjoy a delicious seafood lunch (also visited by Anthony Bourdain and Gordon Ramsey).

Arriving in Munnar in the late afternoon, from the hustle and bustle of Kochi, you’ll barely recognize where you are amidst the rolling mountains, fresh air, and tea plantations stretching as far as the eye can see.

You’ll have time to get settled into your guesthouse and explore Munnar a bit on your own. You can go for a short hike, or you can sit back and relax with a good book, a nice cup of tea, and enjoy the scenery.

Included:
– Visit to a local village

Not included
– Drink/Food at toddy shop: INR 200 to 500pp

Today we’ll do a full-day tour in Munnar. We will visit Munnar’s tea museum to understand what makes this hill station famous, and you’ll learn how the tea transforms from a simple leaf to a piping hot cup of chai. We will also visit the very scenic Echo Point and the Rose Garden. In the evening, you have the option to watch a Kalaripayattu performance (the traditional martial art of Kerala) or simply relax.

Included:
Entry fee to Tea Museum

Not included:
– Kalaripayattu Performance: INR 400pp

Today we’ll continue south from Munnar to Alleppey (5 hrs), home to some of Kerala’s most famous backwaters. Along the way, we’ll stop off at various places, including a spice plantation, to learn about the ingredients that make Indian cuisine so vibrant. If the season allows, we will meet some beekeepers and taste some of the local produce.
We’ll arrive in the afternoon, settle into our guesthouse, and your guide can recommend several restaurants for dinner in the evening after the long journey.

Included:
– Spice plantation tour

We will begin early in the morning with a visit to a local fish market, where your guide will help you choose delicious seafood to be cooked on board our very own houseboat for lunch! We’ll then make our way to the backwaters and board our kettuvallam (Keralan houseboat). It will be a relaxing day spent cruising along the backwaters, a vast network of lakes, rivers, canals, and lagoons, observing and occasionally visiting some villages and rice farms. We’ll stay overnight on the open water on our houseboat (bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms) and enjoy the Kerala-style lunch, dinner, and breakfast cooked by our chef on board.

Included:
– Full day stay on private houseboat cruise (seafood lunch with vegetarian options included onboard)

This morning, we will check out of the houseboat and travel to Kovalam (3 to 4 hrs). In the afternoon, you will have free time to relax on the stunning beach, or you can partake in water activities, cooking classes, yoga/pilates, ayurvedic treatments, and shopping.

Not Included:
– Water activities, cooking classes, yoga/pilates, ayurvedic treatments

Today, we will go on a day trip to the very southern tip of India, Kanyakumari, where you will experience some incredible views of the Indian Ocean and the Arabian Sea. We will get a boat to the 41-metre-tall Thiruvalluvar Statue. In the evening, we have the optional visit to Jatayu Park to see the world’s largest bird sculpture.

Not included:
– Entry fee to Jatayu Park: INR 100pp
– Ropeway at Jatayu Park: INR 150pp

Today we will take a day train to Heranjalu Village, at the home of Krishna, one of the founders of Reality Tours, in the state of Karnataka. We will enjoy the beautiful views of the region from our window when the train passes through 100s of villages, farms of Kerala on the west coast. We will be reaching Byndoor late at 12:30 am. On arrival in Byndoor, we will get to the home and go to bed.

Today, if you wake up early, go for a village walk or jog around the rice fields and river. We will have breakfast with Krishna’s family in their home, where we will be spending a couple of days. Following breakfast, your guide will orient you with an introductory walk through the village, where you will meet the people and learn about their lives.

In the afternoon, we will participate in whatever village activities are happening at the time. This could be farming, a celebration, walking to the nearby river that is central to local life, or visiting the nearby coast and backwaters. We will once again join the family for a group dinner in the evening. After dinner, we will visit a live Yakshagana performance, one of the most popular folk theatre forms of Karnataka, and learn about the history and beliefs of this cultural and religious art.

Included
– All meals in the village
– Yakshagana performance

Today we’ll bid farewell to the family and visit Murudeshwar Shiva Temple, the second tallest Shiva idol in the world, before we travel back to Byndoor in the evening to catch our overnight train to Mumbai, leaving at 5 pm and arriving the next day at 6 am in Mumbai. If you prefer to fly back to Mumbai, that is possible.

Included
– Visit to Murudeshwara
– Lunch in a local restaurant

We will arrive in Mumbai early in the morning, and this will be the last day of our tour. We will do some last-minute sightseeing if you wish.

Included
– Mumbai sightseeing

We will transfer you to the airport.

Included
– Airport transfer