Why book this trip?
Travel on India’s extensive rail network from buzzing Kolkata in the East to Amritsar’s Golden Temple. On the way we delve into India’s melting pot of religions including Hinduism in Varanasi and Buddhism in Bodh Gaya as well as sailing along the Ganges and riding the iconic toy train to Shimla.
- Varanasi – Soak up the atmosphere in this sacred Hindu city and see the Ganga Aarti ceremony on the scared Ghats
- Agra & Delhi – Watch the sunrise over the beautiful Taj Mahal and explore the wonders of Old and New Delhi
- Amritsar – Experience the captivating atmosphere of the Golden Temple, the sacred heart of the Sikh faith
Itinerary
DAY 1 – Join trip in Kolkata
DAY 2 – Explore the bustling city of Kolkata
DAY 3 – Travel to the Buddhist town of Bodh Gaya, an important pilgrimage site
DAY 4 – See the sacred Bodhi tree, under which Buddha attained enlightenment. Take a train to Varanasi
DAY 5 – Visit Sarnath’s temples and sail on the Ganges
DAY 6 – Free morning before an overnight train to Agra
DAY 7 – Discover Agra’s imposing Red Fort and the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri
DAY 8 – Visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise. Travel to Delhi
DAY 9 – Explore New Delhi and the narrow lanes of the old city
DAY 10 – Travel on the Kalka Shatabdi and Toy Train to Shimla
DAY 11 – Take a walking tour to see Shimla’s Vice Regal Lodge
DAY 12 – Free time to explore the former hill station of Shimla
DAY 13 – Travel to the holy Sikh city of Amritsar
DAY 14 – Visit the Golden Temple and the border with Pakistan
DAY 15 – Trip ends in Amritsar
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