Tour

Eternal India Express
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Contiki Holidays

Tour Code: INDU25
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Duration: 9 Days
Country: India

Old and new, color and chaos, sticky cities and luscious mountain ranges… India is a wonderful cacophony that blazes a trail in your memory long after you get home. Ready to have your senses awakened, your imagination brought to life and your perception of the world changed forever? This is officially the trip for you.



Eternal India Trip Map

Dining Summary

  • 8 Breakfast (B)
  • 1 Dinner (D)
  • 1 Lunch (L)

Included Experience

  • Delhi: Here’s your chance to tick the Raj Ghat, Sikh Temple and a rickshaw ride off your to-do list. All in one day. 
  • Agra: This majestic building is one of India’s star attractions. And it feels like you’ve stepped onto a Bollywood film set. 
  • Agra: This one needs no introduction. Epic in the pictures. Out-of-this-world IRL. 
  • Ranthambore National Park: A craft project with a mission: teaching locals to make a living from a new skill. Plus, it helps to stop tiger poaching. 
  • Jaipur: Rose-tinted buildings. Extravagant décor. Bustling bazaars. Don’t forget to snap that bang-on pic of the swanky City Palace. 
  • Udaipur: Tour India’s most romantic city – famous for its lavish buildings and serene lakes. Don’t forget your camera. 

  • The Ashtan Sarovar Portico (or similar)
  • The Retreat (or similar)
  • Ranthambore Regency Hotel (or similar)
  • Sarovar Portico Jaipur (or similar)
  • Hotel Rajdarshan (or similar)
Day 1 Delhi

What’s up Indian explorers! Who’s ready for an intoxicating dose of spice, flavour, yoga, beauty, colour, culture, and everything else wonderful that India can provide? The next 9 days are likely to be some of the best of your life so get ready for some serious memory making, starting off with meeting your new travel fam this evening.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: The Ashtan Sarovar Portico (or similar)

Day 2 Delhi

Today we’ll explore one of the world’s most hustling, bustling cities (home to a cool 25m people!) With a local guide, we’ll discover Old Delhi, travel by rickshaw, eat street food for lunch, and marvel at the Gurdwara Sikh Temple. Afterwards, the afternoon is yours to explore Delhi your way. Dinner tonight is a DIY vibe, tasting the best of Delhi with your new crew.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: The Ashtan Sarovar Portico (or similar)

Day 3 Delhi To Agra

Today’s the day peeps (you know what we’re talking about). After stocking up at breakfast we’ll jump on the bus with Agra in our sights. Time for two of India’s finest. Today we’ll visit the UNESCO World Heritage Agra Fort, and then the main event – the Taj Mahal. We’ll hook you up with an entry ticket too, so you can spend the afternoon exploring at your own pace. Tonight, we’ll head out with the gang for another DIY dinner, Agra style.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: The Retreat (or similar)

Day 4 Agra To Ranthambore

Still living off the Taj dream we’ll wave goodbye to Agra early this morning with eyes firmly on the wild horizon. Welcome to Ranthambore, one of the largest National Parks in Northern India (and our home for the night.) After lunch, we’ll visit the Dhonk Craft Centre, a cooperative that preserves traditional artistry, empowers women and also prevents Bengal Tiger poaching. Later tonight, we’ll tuck into a tasty group dinner — set against an unforgettable backdrop.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Ranthambore Regency Hotel (or similar)

Day 5 Ranthambore To Jaipur

Tiger time. This morning, we’ll head out on a sunrise safari adventure to try and spot these magnificent predators in the wild. Wild animals and an epic sunrise before breakfast, with Jaipur next on the agenda? Pretty perfect, right? On arrival to Jaipur, head straight into town to discover the traditional craftsmanship of high quality Rajasthani rugs, using age-old local techniques unique to the Pink City. Maybe even get a tailor made garment at a local tailor? You’ll then Check in to your hotel and have the chance to cook and dine with a local family before the next day ’s adventure begins at the Amer Fort.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Sarovar Portico Jaipur (or similar)

Day 6 Jaipur

Today you’ll discover Jaipur your way – with helpful insider tips from your Trip Manager of course. Want a real slice of India? Amer Fort should be high up on the agenda. Built from red sandstone and marble, comprising multiple palaces, pavilions, temples and more, this fort boasts both Hindu and Muslim architectural influence (and is a true must-see.)

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Sarovar Portico Jaipur (or similar)

Day 7 Jaipur To Udaipur

Jaipur you’ve been glorious, but the lush green hills and lavish marble palaces of Udaipur are calling us today as we jump on the coach for a full day of cross country travelling. Watch from the window as the landscape changes from flat dry lands to gorgeous green, and prepare yourself for an entirely different Indian experience.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Hotel Rajdarshan (or similar)

Day 8 Udaipur

Welcome to Udaipur. Today, our locally guided city tour will see us exploring the majestic City Palace and the Jagdish Temple. After lunch, the day is yours to continue your city wanderings. Don’t miss the fantastical palaces, tranquil boat rides, bustling bazaars and endless eateries.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Hotel Rajdarshan (or similar)

Day 9 Udaipur

After our final breakfast together, it’s time for the long (and possibly teary) goodbye. Sure you’ll be sad, but remembering all of the massive moments and seemingly insignificant giggles in-between will see you smiling your whole journey home.

Duration: 1 Day

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