India Uncovered
India Uncovered
India Uncovered
13 Days Starting and ending in New Delhi
Visiting: New Delhi, Udaipur, Pushkar, Jaipur, Ranthambore National Park, Agra
Tour operator:
Tour code:
25784
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
Minimum age of 18 years for this trip.
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
The pulsating energy of New York, the lawless traffic of Vietnam, the street performers of Dublin, amid the calming reassurance of finding yourself - that is India. India is a spiritual place where travellers like John Lennon and Steve Jobs have gone to find themselves for generations. Now it’s your turn to explore this electric country rich with architecture, culture, and no shortage of absolutely unmatchable cuisine (...curry anyone?) Join us on our 13 day adventure as we visit the Taj Mahal - one of the new seven wonders of the world, we look for tigers on a safari and learn a Bollywood dance or two. Tick off four UNSECO world heritage sites in one incredible trip! From the organized chaos of New Delhi to the pink palace of Jaipur, we can guarantee you are in for an adventure unlike any of our other tours. See you in New Delhi!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: New Delhi
Location: New Delhi
Are you ready for the most epic 13 days of your life? Give us a WAHOOOOO! Let’s do this. Arrive anytime today at Delhi's airport (Indira Gandhi International airport) and we’ll meet you there! Look out for your Travel Ninja, no they won’t be dressed head to toe in karate gear, but I promise you they’ll be looking pretty fresh! A tour guide but with superhuman powers of adventure. Spend some time chilling in our accommodation before we head out for a welcome dinner and a few drinks to get to know your new TruFam who you’ll be spending the next 13 days with. Delhi is a bustling, lively city with so much going on! So have a beer and let’s get out and explore!
Day 2: New Delhi
Location: New Delhi
Meals Included: BREAKFAST
NEW DELHI EXPLORING
Wake up! Have a big breakfast because it's going to be a busy day!!! It’s our first morning in New Delhi, and it’s a beauty! What better way to experience Dehli than being shown around by a local first hand! We’re here to see everything! We set off on a walking tour guided by the Salaam Balak Trust. One of the most trusted non-profit organisations for street children in Delhi. You’ll learn a lot today, so grab those thinking caps and put them on! We’ll visit their headquarters, learn how the organisation provides children with opportunities and care to help support those living on the streets. It’s a rewarding day and one not to be missed. It will be amazing hearing about the work they are doing and thier future plans too! You'll see a different side to the city thanks to Salaam Balak Trust. We will then jump on some rickshaws to see another side to the city! We'll zoom through markets, past the red forts and marvel at the bustling streets of Old Delhi! Later, we'll see some of the main sights including the famous India gate war memorial and Rashtrapati Bhavan, the home to India's President. We will grab a late lunch and head to the shops to get some snacks for tonight's journey! In the evening we'll head to the train station where we board the overnight train to our next destination, Udaipur! Don't worry about the train! It's a perfect people watching opportunity and a great place to get to know the rest of the group. Grab your oreos, some other cool indian snacks and sit back and relax. We'll be in Udaipur in no time!
Day 3: Udaipur
Location: Udaipur
Meals Included: BREAKFAST
UDAIPUR SUNSET CRUISE
Rise and shine! How did you sleep? We’ve made it to Udaipur bright and early! Udaipur is known as the ‘Venice of the East’ and you’ll soon see why! The day is yours to explore, so once we make it to our new hotel you’ve got time to relax, chill on the rooftop, update your insta stories (you know you want to) or head out to explore the sights! It's a great place to wander around, get some henna, get your palm read or just head straight to the first gorgeous rooftop bar you lay your eyes on! Later on in the afternoon, we hop aboard a sunset cruise and set sail on the tranquil waters of Lake Pichola over to the middle to watch the sun set! Feast your eyes on the mesmerising scenery of Rajasthan’s most beautiful and romantic city and take it all in! You’ll notice incredible architecture, temples, picturesque ghats and even majestic palaces. After watching the sun go down, it's time to indulge in some mouthwatering Indian cuisine. Get your taste buds tingling with a delectable traditional foods - poppadom anyone?
Day 4: Udaipur
Location: Udaipur
Meals Included: BREAKFAST
EXPLORING UDAIPUR CITY!
It’s day two in Udaipur and we couldn't be happier about it! Get your walking shoes on the ready because today we are off on a tour of the city - bring your powerbank because there's going to be loadsss of photo spots today! We’ll dive into the rich history and architectural wonders of this beautiful place and stop off at some of the biggest hotspots in the city. First up is the city palace so you best be ready to be dazzled by the intricate marble and granite work, adorned with colourful glass inlays, ornate engravings, and elegant towers and balconies. It really is as impressive as it sounds! We’ll then stop off by Jagdish Temple. It’s been a busy day so enjoy the afternoon exploring in your own time, relax by the lake or venture into the markets for some souvenir shopping before we meet for yet another delicious dinner with the TruFam and remenish on the incredible first few days in India!
Day 5: Udaipur/Pushkar
Location: Udaipur
Meals Included: BREAKFAST, DINNER
PUSHKAR & CHILL
Pack your bags, it’s time for our next adventure! Today we make our way to one of the oldest cities in India! We’ll escape to a serene getaway far from the hustle and bustle, yet close enough to the tru-ly eternal spiritual high that the holy town of Pushkar offers. We'll arrive late afternoon and you are in for a treat with this hotel! It's rural, beautiful and will bring us back to mother nature! One point for every chipmunk you spot! We’ll take it easy, chill by the pool, admire the views and make the most of this relaxing time before an early wake up call tomorrow!
Day 6: Pushkar
Location: Pushkar
Meals Included: BREAKFAST, DINNER
SUNRISE TEMPLES & UNREAL VIEWS
Goood morning! We’re up bright and early today but it’s all for good reason. It’s time to get ready for the day and visit Savitri Mata Temple just in time for sunrise. It’s gonna be a beauty! Perched on a hilltop, we’ll get amazing views of the city below. The hike isn't too intense but take your time - there's no rush and your chai will waiting for you at the top! You can also get the cable car down if you fancy! Then we'll go back to the hotel for breakfast and a few hours by the pool - you deserve after this mornings activity! Later on we’ll explore heavenly Pushkar lake (where the water is sacred) and the popular eighth-century Brahma Temple before having a chilled afternoon. Make the most of the tranquil surroundings, take a dip in the pool, have a drink or two and enjoy dinner at the hotel.
Day 7: Pushkar/Jaipur
Location: Pushkar
Meals Included: BREAKFAST, DINNER
COOKING CLASS & DANCING THE NIGHT AWAY!
Did you ever dream of being a land full of pink? Well, it’s reality and you’ll soon find out why! Today we’re off to Jaipur where we embark on a flavour-filled adventure in India's culinary realm! Frist we will stop at a market to shop till we drop and then head over to meet a local family and dive straight into an Indian-style cooking lesson to master the art of spicing up our lives! You know things are about to get spicyyy! Of course we couldn’t end this experience without indulging in the delicious food we have just whipped up! Masterchef here we come!
Day 8: Jaipur/Jaipur
Location: Jaipur
Meals Included: BREAKFAST
EXPLORING JAIPUR & THE PINK PALACE
Wake up in the city of Jaipur and it’s an action-packed day baby! We check out the city and head to Jaipur City Palace before heading up to the fort in a 4x4. You want to see a viewpoint? Well, get ready TruFam because this is like no other! You can see the whole city! The whole of Jaipur and its wonderful pinkness! Next up we’ll visit the Hawa Mahal. One of the most amazing forms of architecture in India, it looks like an optical illusion. If that doesn’t get your brain flowing try counting how many windows there are! *Spoiler alert there’s 953?!* World-famous it’s a must-visit in India! In the evening we head out for dinner to explore more of this beautiful city.
Day 9: Jaipur/Ranthambore National Park
Location: Jaipur
Meals Included: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER
TRAVEL DAY
Buckle up, we’re going on an adventure! This time we’re off to Ranthambore National Park, a vast wildlife reserve near the town of Sawai Madhopur in Rajasthan and a former royal hunting ground that’s now home to tigers, leopards and marsh crocodiles. On our way to Ranthambore, we will join a host family for a walk through the organic gardens, and meet some cows in the family's dairy farm, it'll be a bit like come dine with me - minus the scoring of course! We’ll learn what's in season and try out the family's favourite dishes made from the freshest of ingredients. We’ll have time this afternoon to explore the pool, top up our tan and relax with a beer or two! Dinner is on us tonight so indulge in the delicious food (try the Gulab jamun) and prepare yourself for the most EPIC day yet - get your binoculars out!
Day 10: Ranthambore National Park
Location: Ranthambore National Park
Meals Included: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER
WILDLIFE SAFARI
Wake up, it's going to be a WILD day! No seriously, it is! We get up early and jump in jeeps for a safari through the National Park. Get those binoculars out because we’re about to see a huge ton of local wildlife. Monkeys, crocodiles, peacocks, deers hey we may even see a wild tiger if you’re lucky! Grab the camera because with this experience you will see a side to India not often shown on TV. The wildlife is beautiful, The setting is spectacular. The experience? Unbeatable. After an epic morning, the rest of the day is free for your heart's desire, check out the local area or just relax and soak up that gorgeous sun heat - it's been an intense few days so take this time to recharge, hang out with the rest of the group and soak in the vitamin D.
Day 11: Ranthambore National Park/Agra
Location: Ranthambore National Park
Meals Included: BREAKFAST, LUNCH
Today we’re travelling to Agra! And since we’re on the way, we’ll stop off at Fatehpur Sikri. A ghost city that was built between 1571 and 1585 before being abandoned and is now known for its beautiful old structures that have been retained. It’s been jam-packed so far but the day is not over just yet! There are some amazing bars in Agra so we will hit up one of those and practise our Bollywood moves once more!
Day 12: Agra/New Delhi
Location: Agra
Meals Included: BREAKFAST
TAJ MAHAL - A WONDER OF THE WORLD!
This is it, the moment you’ve all been waiting for! The destination that’s been on your bucket list since you could hold a pen. We’re up early as we head to the Taj Mahal for sunrise! Make sure you’ve packed your camera, your GoPro or even a disposable camera because this moment really is once in a lifetime. Spend the morning learning about how the Taj Mahal was built and the story behind it, enter inside to see the tombs where Mughal emperor Shah Jahan and his wife are buried. Watch the sun come up with your TruFam and take in the surroundings of by far one of the most beautiful destinations in the world. There’s no better way to experience the Taj Mahal, and it’s picture-perfect views than early morning. Is there anywhere else you’d rather be?
In the afternoon we head back to Delhi, where we kick started our unforgettable trip. We check into the hotel, grab a shower before we head out into Delhi town for one final farewell dinner! Delicious cuisine, colourful cocktails and drinks and well, the company couldn't be better. There might be a few tears, but the reunion won't be too far away don't worry!
Day 13: New Delhi
Location: New Delhi
CHILLED CHECK OUT
It’s check out day and time to say goodbye, or as the locals say alavida! We’re not very good at them, so let’s just say see you soon, see you next time, in a while crocodile.. Something like that? Our TruNinja’s on hand to help you with your onward plans, hitching a ride to the airport or just dishing out hugs to the saddest of the TruFam. Hey, we’re going to miss ya! But you’re a part of the TruFam now which means we’ll see you every holiday. Don’t forget to send a Christmas card. Until next time! Why not check out Sri Lanka next...It’s only a short flight away! ;)
What's Included
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Activities
Includes Taj Mahal Sunrise, Wildlife Safari, Ranthambore National Park, Salaam Baalak Trust Walk, Delhi Walking Tour, Cooking Class, Udaipur city tour, Sunrise temple trek, Explore Pushkar, Guided tour of Taj Mahal, Lunch in a palace, Sunset boat trip on Lake Pichola, Pink Palace tour in Jaipur, Jeep ride to the Fort, Visit Fatehpur Sikri, India’s abandoned city, Amber fort visit in Jaipur, Hawa Mahal, Udaipur city palace, Saheliyon Ki Bari, India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhawan, Pushkar Brhamha Temple & town walk.
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Airport Pickup
Free airport pickup is available for those arriving less than 48 hours before the tour start and booked the pre-nights directly with TruTravels at the start hotel, or arriving on the day of the tour.
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Travel Ninja
Your guide! Like travelling with your best mates and one of them happens to know where they're going.
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Transport
All transport included with travel through India in the comfort of a private van.
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Accommodation
12 nights accommodation in hotels with twin-share rooms.
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tru Exclusives
Includes Royal Palace Lunch and Lunch at a Palace, offering a traditional lunch in a family-run resort with a walk through the organic gardens & the in-house dairy farm.
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Meals Included
11 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners.
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Salaam Baalak Trust Walk
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Delhi Walking Tour
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Cooking Class
What's Not Included
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Flights
International and domestic flights are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Visa Fees
Any visa fees are not included and are the responsibility of the traveler.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and activities are not included.
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Tipping
Tipping is optional and not included, but it is a significant part of the culture and appreciated for good service.
Meals Included
11 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners
Accommodation
Experience the charm of India with stays in heritage hotels, modern accommodations, and comfortable hotels, all offering a blend of history, culture, and convenience. Enjoy air-conditioned rooms, Wi-Fi, and stunning views, ensuring a memorable stay throughout.
Mode of Transport
Travel through India with ease, as all transport is included. Journey in the comfort of a private van, allowing you to relax and enjoy the scenery between destinations. Perfect for those looking to explore without the hassle of navigating on their own.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation will be used throughout the tour?
Travel through India with ease, as all transport is included. Journey in the comfort of a private van, allowing you to relax and enjoy the scenery between destinations.
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Is airport pickup available?
Yes, if you are arriving less than 48 hours before the start of the tour and booked the pre-nights directly with TruTravels at the start hotel, you will get a free airport pickup. If you are arriving the day of the tour, you will also be eligible for an airport pick up.
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Optional Activities
No optional activities
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes 11 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 5 dinners.
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Minimum Age
Minimum age of 18 years for this trip.
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Meals Included
11 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners
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International Flights
Check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport.
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What kind of accommodations can I expect during the tour?
Experience the charm of India with stays in heritage hotels, modern accommodations, and comfortable hotels, all offering a blend of history, culture, and convenience. Enjoy air-conditioned rooms, Wi-Fi, and stunning views, ensuring a memorable stay throughout.
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What's Included
Salaam Baalak Trust Walk. Delhi Walking Tour. Cooking Class. Udaipur city tour. Sunrise temple trek. Explore Pushkar. Guided tour of Taj Mahal. Lunch in a palace. Wildlife Safari. Ranthambore National Park. Sunset boat trip on Lake Pichola. Pink Palace tour in Jaipur. Jeep ride to the Fort. Visit Fatehpur Sikri, India’s abandoned city. Amber fort visit in Jaipur. Hawa Mahal. Udaipur city palace. Saheliyon Ki Bari. India Gate. Rashtrapati Bhawan. Pushkar Brhamha Temple & town wall
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What are some of the activities included in the tour?
The tour includes a variety of activities such as a Taj Mahal Sunrise visit, Wildlife Safari, Ranthambore National Park exploration, Salaam Baalak Trust Walk, Delhi Walking Tour, Cooking Class, Udaipur city tour, Sunrise temple trek, Explore Pushkar, Guided tour of Taj Mahal, Lunch in a palace, Sunset boat trip on Lake Pichola, Pink Palace tour in Jaipur, Jeep ride to the Fort, Visit Fatehpur Sikri, India’s abandoned city, Amber fort visit in Jaipur, Hawa Mahal, Udaipur city palace, Saheliyon Ki Bari, India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhawan, and Pushkar Brhamha Temple & town walk.
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Will there be a guide with us throughout the tour?
Yes, you will have a Travel Ninja with you throughout the tour. They are like travelling with your best mates, and one of them happens to know where they're going!
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
No problem! You can change the date of your trip once free of charge as long as you do so more than 60 days prior to departure.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 2012!
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
We have a 'my own room' option which can be added on at additional cost.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
We will send you out a pre departure pack 30 days prior to travel containing everything you need to know, and your joining instructions.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
We plant 10 trees for every trip sold!
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The majority of our travellers are in their 20's / 30's however we aim to accept anyone of any age. Please do not be offended if we discuss the make-up of the trip with you prior to booking just to ensure you will be comfortable with the average age range that is already booked to travel.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
It may be possible in certain destinations, however it would be your responsibility to get yourself to where the group currently is.
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Do you have age limits for your tours?
Most of the people that join us on tour are 18 to thirtysomethings. We have no strict upper age limit on our tours but all of our tours are specifically designed for those of this age group which is worth noting. Please do not be offended if we discuss the make-up of the trip with you prior to booking just to ensure you will be comfortable with the average age range that is already booked to travel.
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Free Date Changes
TruTravels allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
TruTravels allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform trutravels, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
TruTravels requires a minimum deposit of 150 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trutravels charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.