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India South & North
29 days Kochi to Delhi
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Discover the diversity of Kochi, See Mysore Palace at night, Explore the Kerala backwaters, Spot wildlife in national parks, Sample local tea at 'Ooty', Enjoy a Pushkar camel safari, See the Amber Palace, Soak up the vibe in Pondicherry, Explore Old Delhi, Visit forts, castles and holy temples, Admire the Taj Mahal
This all-encompassing trip takes in the highlights of India, both south and north, and reveals some wonderful secrets too. Revel in the tropical climate, the food, the aromatic spices, the waters and the lush green landscapes of the south. Be dazzled by the kaleidoscopic colours, the Mughal grandeur, the spiritual mysteries and powerful Rajput heritage of the north. Travel from Kochi to Delhi, experience the highlights of Kerala and Tamil Nadu, as well as Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan.
Physical Rating: 2
Culture Shock Rating: 3
Accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses (24 nts), luxury camping (1 nt), village stay (1 nt), overnight trains (2 nts)
Transportation: Overnight train, taxi, ferry, jeep, cantor (open jeep), local bus, auto and cycle-rickshaw,camel
Trip Style: Intrepid Original
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $465 for meals not included.
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| Details | | Intrepid Travel | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Days 1-2 | Kochi | Discover islands. | | Day 3 | Kerala Backwaters | Enjoy a homestay. | | Days 4-5 | Periyar National Park | Travel through rubber and spice plantations. | | Day 6 | Madurai | Explore Sri Meenakshi. | | Day 7 | Pondicherry | Soak up the colonial vibe. | | Days 8-9 | Mamallapuram | Cycle to Shore Temple. | | Day 10 | Mysore | Visit the Durga temple. | | Day 11 | Masinagudi | Go on safari. | | Days 12-13 | Ootacamund | Learn about tea-making. | | Days 14-16 | Kochi/Delhi | Return to Kochi and fly to chaotic Delhi. | | Day 17 | Agra | Visit the Taj Mahal. | | Day 18 | Bharatpur | See the Fatehpur Sikri. | | Day 19 | Rural Rajasthan Heritage Stay | Stay in a former fort. | | Days 20-21 | Jaipur | Discover the Pink City. | | Day 22 | Ranthambhore National Park | Search for tigers. | | Day 23 | Bundi | See the murals of Bundi. | | Days 24-25 | Bijaipur | Stay in a fortified mansion. | | Days 26-28 | Pushkar | Mingle with pilgrims. | | Day 29 | Delhi | Return to Delhi. |
| | * The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the time of pricing. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2008 and 31 December 2008, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full. For trips departing beyond 31 December 2008, prices are indicative only. The itineraries and dates are applicable from 01 January 2008 until 31 December 2008. Beyond 31 December 2008 dates and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All information in this brochure is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of printing, but please note that changes to our trips (which can be significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made to the published itineraries. Please refer to our website for the most recent update to any trip. Please note that these conditions apply to Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent trips.
Loss of monies paid applies to all cancelled reservations. The date of trip cancellation is the date on which the written cancellation is received by Intrepid.
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