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Spirit of India Cultural Tour

Welcome on our curated, small group Spirit of India pilgrimage. Embark on our journey from Delhi to Jaipur via Agra visiting the iconic Taj Mahal at sunrise.

In the pink city of Jaipur there are many historical and architectural gems to experience; the Amber Fort, royal palaces, sacred temples, and art studio’s. As well as local markets to explore as we meander through the fascinating alleyways of the old city.

Traveling on to Udaipur, known as the Venice of the East, nestled on Lake Pitchola, enjoy a walking tour of the old city sites, and dine at the original exotic Marigold Hotel.

We visit Jodhpur to celebrate 3 days of traditional music, art, dance at the Rajasthan Indian Folk Festival (RIFF), held in the Meharangarh Fort.

We then travel to the living art gallery in the beautiful village of Mandawa for a night followed by 2 days immersed in the holy city of Varanasi on the sacred and revered Ganges river.

From here we will return to Delhi for our last evening, a shared farewell dinner and drop you at the airport for departure home.

We look forward to hosting you in celebration, shared connection and cultural immersion .

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ITINERARY

  • DAY 1 - OCT 17 DELHI

    PROGRAM:
    We will greet you at Delhi airport, transfer to our hotel for welcome gathering, introductions and tour briefing. Site-seeing tour to India Gate and depending on arrival time other places of interest.
    ACCOM: Traditional Haveli Style, complimentary breakfast

  • Day 2 - OCT 18 AGRA

    PROGRAM: Shared breakfast, depart hotel to visit the bustling Chandni Chowk markets in the old city, walk through Lodhi Gardens then on to Agra to catch the sunsetting on the Taj Mahal.
    ACCOM: Traditional Haveli Style, complimentary breakfast

  • DAY 3-5 OCT 19 - 21 JAIPUR

    PROGRAM: JAIPUR
    Sunrise: Wake early to experience the radiant colours of sunrise on the majestic Taj Mahal.
    Back to the hotel for breakfast, and then travel on to Jaipur. See the the old city, Wind Palace, Amber Fort, Lake Palace, Anokhi Textile Museum and stepwell. Indigo dye block print workshop. Delicious shared lunches, go on tuk tuk adventures, and if you would like enjoy a relaxing Ayurvedic massage. ACCOM:Traditional Haveli Style, complimentary breakfast

  • DAY 6-8 OCT 22 -24 UDAIPUR

    PROGRAM: UDAIPUR
    Arrive and enjoy a relaxed afternoon beside the lakeside waters of Lake Pichola in Udaipur amd stroll through the old city markets. While there, we travel to the original Marigold Hotel, take a Lake Pichola boat cruise, visit temples and experience traditional cultural performances. ACCOM: Traditional Haveli Style, complimentary breakfast

  • DAY 9-11 OCT 25-27

    PROGRAM: JODHPUR Early departure from Udaipur to the spectacular blue city of Jodphur, a place of lavish royal palaces, Mehrangarh Fort, glorious gardens and many local historic landmarks. A tour highlight will see us celebrating the incredible RIFF world music and traditional folk festival, funded by international patron Mick Jagger. In its 19th year the festival is timed to coincide with Sharad Purnima, the brightest full moon of the year. ACCOM: Traditional Haveli Style, complimentary breakfast

  • DAY 12 - OCT 28

    PROGRAM: MANDAWA
    Depart Jodphur to Mandawa in the Shekhawati desert region for an overnight stay, best known for its unique fusion of intricate hand painted Rajput and Islamic frescos and diverse architectural influences. ACCOM: Traditional Haveli Style, complimentary breakfast

  • DAY 13-14 OCT 29-30

    PROGRAM:VARANASI
    Early departure to Delhi to transfer to Varanasi, a holy city on the Ganges river that has a central place in the traditions of pilgrimage, puja, bathing in the holy waters and departure into the next life. A major centre of arts and designs, local artisans produce silks and brocades of gold and silver threads, hand-loomed silk carpets, bangles of glass, perfumes, brass and copper wares and more.
    ACCOM: Traditional Haveli Style, complimentary breakfast

  • DAY 15-16 OCT 31 NOV 1

    FAREWELL - We return to Delhi for a final night in preparation for return flights. Shared group dinner and tour wrap up.
    Next day transfer to Delhi Airport for departure home to Australia
    ACCOM: Traditional Haveli Style, complimentary breakfast
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  • TOUR ADDITIONS OPTIONS

    If you have additional activities or additional workshop requests, we are happy to arrange at your
    cost, (i.e: Ayurvedic massage, wildlife safari, jewellery making, etc) Alternatively if you would like
    to continue your travels or arrive earlier we are more than happy to assist with arranging transport, accomodation and guides if needed. You may wish to do a side trip to Rishikesh,Amrista, Goa or other places of interest. India is a Mecca for shopping with a vast array of vintage textiles, block printed and embroidered fabrics, gold and silver jewellery, pashmina’s, leather goods, blue pottery, carved marble, quilts and much much more!
    We can assist with shipping if you need.


  • TRAVEL AND TOUR INFORMATION

    TOUR PRICE (Australian Dollars) $5000pp shared room or $6500pp single room
    A 50% deposit is required upon confirming your booking and the remaining balance can be paid
    on arrival in India by cash in Australian or other currency. Deposit details will be sent along with regular email updates, Check lists and other supporting travel documents. We host limited
    number small group tours of up to 10 people on a first in first serve basis. We are able to provide money exchanging services at very competitive rates if needed.

    Please confirm on or before JUNE1, 2026, this is also to take advantage of cheaper airfares by booking flights, securing domestic travel and accommodation well in advance. Please see tour inclusions/exclusions listed below.


  • INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

    WHATS INCLUDED
    • All traditional Haveli style hotel accomodation
    • Complimentary buffet breakfasts
    • Complimentary water available daily - you can also BYO water bottle if preferred and drink filtered water available in your hotel dining room
    • Complimentary tickets to RIFF Festival in Jodphur
    • All transport and travel within India - we will travel by private vehicle or coach, tuk tuk,flights, train or bus and other local transport
    • 1 x Cooking and 1 x Textile workshop
    • Complimentary guide services
    • Free entry into all monuments

    WHATS NOT INCLUDED
    • Airfares to and from India
    • Personal travel insurance
    • Tourist E-Visa
    • Additional unscheduled personal tour activities (Ayurvedic massage etc)
    • Lunch, dinner and refreshments of choice (allow approx $40 a day for food and beverages)

  • BOOKING FLIGHTS

    We recommend you book your flights through your travel agent as soon as is practically possible,this is to take advantage of the earlier cheaper airfares. Please make sure to book your return flights for arrival into Delhi on OCT 17 and departure from Delhi on NOVEMBER 1, 2026.
    We will meet you and drop you at Delhi Airport. In looking at best flight options from Brisbane or wherever you are departing from, Singapore usually offers same day flights with a brief stop over
    in Changi, however airline choice is entirely your personal preference depending on what options are available and where you are traveling from.

  • MAKE SURE YOU HAVE

    E-VISA & PERSONAL INSURANCE COVER, PHOTOCOPIES OF PASSPORT/VISA/IMPORTANT TRAVEL AND VACCINATION DOCUMENTS

    1. Your online tourist e-visa application can be obtained at: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in -
    once obtained, print out a coloured copy and bring with you along with all other important documents, apply for the dates your flight is booked for. Obtaining a visa normally takes between 3-7 days and an e-tourist visa can only be applied for within 4 weeks prior to travel.
    2. Please obtain necessary personal travel insurance cover from your preferred provider.
    3. Bring all documents, your flight tickets, itinerary, insurance, passport, e-Visa, (Letter of scripts from your doctor if applicable) and important documents. It is advisable to leave a passport copy with a family member or keep a photo on your phone if lost or misplaced.

  • WELLNESS

    VACCINES - MEDICATIONS - WELLNESS MEDS
    We recommend discussing with your local doctor regarding particular medication or vaccines requirements specific to your health needs. It is advisable to carry a personal first aid kit with any medications or supplements as preferred. It can be beneficial to start building your gut health by taking Probiotics with SB and immunity support supplements at least a week prior to travel along with other preferred personal wellness supplements. Also essential (as needed) is wet wipes,
    hand sanitizer, face masks, anti nausea/gastro meds, headache tablets, throat lozenges and other personal affects you normally take when you travel

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