Mumbai to Kolkata
36 days Mumbai to Kolkata
Experience the many colours of Mumbai, Wander amongst exquisite stone carvings in the Ellora Caves, Take a bicycle tour of the stunning Ship and Swing Palaces, Visit one of the most beautiful mosques in Asia, Visit palace-packed Orchha, Bargain for bindis in Delhi, Pretend to be a nomad trader in the Thar Desert, Ride a camel, Chill-out with chai in Udaipur, Explore the Meherangarh Fort, Mingle with sadhus in Pushkar, Catch a Bollywood film, Birdwatch in the Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary, Admire the Taj Mahal, Experience the holy city of Varanasi
The secrets of the subcontinent are revealed on this spectacular overland journey across India. Travelling from madness of Mumbai's streets all the way to the old colonial capital of Kolkata, you'll have time to check out some of the most elaborate rock-cut caves on earth, see the famous Ship Palace, inspect ancient Buddhist structures dating back to the 3rd century BC, buy glittering bangles and bindis in Delhi, visit the iconic Taj Mahal, take a camel safari into the Thar Desert and so much more!
Physical Rating: 3
Culture Shock Rating: 3
Accommodation: Simple hotels/guesthouses (30 nts), camping (1 nt), overnight trains (4 nts)
Transportation: Overnight train, train, local bus, cycle and auto-rickshaw, camel
Trip Style: Intrepid Basix
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $500 for meals not included.
The secrets of the subcontinent are revealed on this spectacular overland journey across India. Travelling from madness of Mumbai's streets all the way to the old colonial capital of Kolkata, you'll have time to check out some of the most elaborate rock-cut caves on earth, see the famous Ship Palace, inspect ancient Buddhist structures dating back to the 3rd century BC, buy glittering bangles and bindis in Delhi, visit the iconic Taj Mahal, take a camel safari into the Thar Desert and so much more!
Physical Rating: 3
Culture Shock Rating: 3
Accommodation: Simple hotels/guesthouses (30 nts), camping (1 nt), overnight trains (4 nts)
Transportation: Overnight train, train, local bus, cycle and auto-rickshaw, camel
Trip Style: Intrepid Basix
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $500 for meals not included.
Call (661) 399-9515 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6602801
- Tour Operator
- Intrepid Travel
- Duration
- 36 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Mumbai | Admire the explosion of colour that is Mumbai. |
| Days 2-3 | Aurangabad | Check out the extravagant carvings in the rock-cut Ellora Caves. |
| Day 4 | Jalgaon | Wander the ancient painted wonderland within the Ajanta Caves. |
| Days 5-6 | Omkareshwar | Experience this peaceful place of pilgrims and prayer. |
| Days 7-8 | Mandu | Saddle up for a bicycle tour of the famous Ship and Swing Palaces. |
| Day 9 | Bhopal | Get acquainted with one of the most beautiful mosques in Asia - Taj ul Masjid. |
| Day 10 | Sanchi | Inspect Buddhist stupas, toranas and temples. |
| Days 11-12 | Orchha | Explore the stunning 17th-century palaces that overshadow Orchha's ramshackle streets. |
| Day 13 | Overnight Train | Stop at a papermaking plant in Taragram, where tribal women are given a chance to work outside of home. |
| Days 14-16 | Delhi | Stroll the labyrinthine streets of Old Delhi. |
| Days 17-19 | Jaisalmer | Taste life as a nomadic trader riding camels out into the Thar Desert. |
| Days 20-21 | Jodhpur | Wander bargain-basement antique stores and superb Rajput architecture. |
| Days 22-24 | Udaipur | Shop for spice or sip chai in India's most romantic city. |
| Days 25-26 | Pushkar | Rub shoulders with pilgrims and sadhus walking around the holy lake. |
| Days 27-28 | Jaipur | Be tickled pink by the rosy sandstone buildings dotting Rajasthan's capital. |
| Day 29 | Bharatpur | Bring binoculars for birdwatching at Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary or visit rural villages nearby. |
| Days 30-31 | Agra | The Taj Mahal is a must-see. |
| Days 32-34 | Varanasi | The heartland of Hinduism, Varanasi is a feast for the senses. |
| Days 35-36 | Kolkata | This mega-city teems with contrasts. |
- Dates/Pricing
- Disclaimer
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