India
THE THAR DESERT
India is famous for its cultural diversity. Each region has its own unique culture, traditions, cuisine and even language. Whether you visit the bustling streets of Jaipur, the serene temples of Varanasi, or the tranquil beaches of Goa, you will discover a new side of Indian culture.
Suggested Schedule
DAY 1
Flight Montréal - Delhi
DAY 2
Delhi
Arrival at the airport in the evening
Meeting with your tour guide
DAY 3
Delhi
Guided tour of New Delhi
Discovery of the Connaught Circus, India Gate, Parliament and Sikh Gurudwara Bangla Sahib Temple
Visit of the south of the city with the tomb of Humayun and Qutb Minar
DAY 4
Delhi - Jaisalmer
Discover Old Delhi by bike!
Visit Raj Ghat, cremation place of Mahatma Gandhi
Transfer to Delhi Airport and fly to Jaisalmer
DAY 5
Jaisalmer
Visit of Jaisalmer, the Golden City and its surroundings
Artificial water reservoir of Gadi Sagar, citadel, its temples jains, its havelis
Discovery of Jaisalmer Palace
Camel ride in the Thar desert
Sunset in the middle of the dunes
DAY 6
Jaisalmer - Bishnoi village - Jodhpur
Excursion by 4x4 to discover a village Bishnoi
Desert dwellers who have kept their traditional way of life
Continuation to Jodhpur
Stroll in the middle of the bazaars of the city
DAY 7
Jodhpur - Bijaynagarhg
Tyrolean route along Meherangarh Fort
Visit of the Meherangarhet Fort museum
Discovery of the royal mausoleum of Jaswant Thada
Road to Bijaynagarh and immersion in rural India
DAY 8
Bijaynagarh - Jaipur
Discover the surrounding countryside behind a cart!
Bucolic walk and meeting with the villagers
Road to Jaipur, the "pink city" and capital of Rajasthan
In the evening, cooking class in an Indian family
Group dinner with the family!
DAY 9
Jaipur - Amber - Jaipur
Road to Amber
Stop en route and visit Jal Mahal
Ascent to Amber fort on elephant's back and visit of it
Back to Jaipur
Discovery of the Jantar Mantar Observatory, Maharaja Palace Museum
Rickshaw ride to the Wind Palace: Hawa Mahal
DAY 10
Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikir - Agra
Stop for the visit of Fatehpur Sikri, the capital of the Mughal Empire
Continuation to Agra
DAY 11
Agra - Varanasi
Visit one of the 7 Wonders of the World: the Taj Mahal
Discovery of the mausoleum of Itimah-ud-Daulah
Walk in the Methab Bagh Gardens
Transfer to the train station, and night train to Varanasi
DAY 12
Varanasi
Morning arrival in Varanasi
Sarnath tour
Walk on the Ghats in Varanasi, along the sacred river: the Ganges
Cruise 2 hours on the Ganges.
Aarti Ceremony on Ghats: Religious Songs, Meditations and Offerings
DAY 13
Varanasi - Delhi - Montreal
Morning Cruise on the Ganges to attend the ceremonies
Walk in the old town
Transfer to the airport and flight to Delhi
Great Bollywood show at the Kingdom of Dreams complex
Then return flight to Montreal
*All of our travel experiences are unique and customized. The itinerary suggested, as well as the services included (transport, accommodation, activities and meals) can be modified at any time in accordance with the needs and interests of each group.
Our international packages usually include:
- Flights round trip
- Transport in a private coach, train, RER or subway depending on the itinerary
- Accommodation in a 3-star hotel or hostel (except when other accommodation is mentioned)
- Service of a local tour leader for the duration of your stay
- Half board for the whole trip (2 meals/day)
- Admission to all activities mentioned
- Applicable taxes and services fees (GST, QST, HST and OPC 1,00$/1 000$)
- A toll-free emergency line 24 hours / 7 days
- Travel documentation
- Our advisory services to adapt the prog
