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Step out of your comfort zone and into a fantastical whirlwind of smells, flavours, ancient heritage and spiritual beauty. India will send your senses reeling – in the very best of ways
Trip highlights
Watch the sunrise over the Taj Mahal
Go tiger spotting in Ranthambore National Park with an expert guide
Take a private Bollywood dance lesson on a haveli rooftop
What's included
- Accommodation in twin rooms
- Exclusively for people in their 30s & 40s
- ATOL protected
- All activities mentioned on the itinerary
- 2 domestic flights
- Experienced Pack Leader with you throughout the trip
- Max 16 travelers per group
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About your trip
With its riot of colors, tastes, sights and smells, Northern India will send your senses reeling. Experience it all, Flash Pack style, on this classic 12-day adventure.
Join us as we take in Rajasthan’s Golden Triangle: tasting our way through Delhi’s spice markets with a born-and-bred local chef, watching the sunrise over Agra’s incredible Taj Mahal and cycling past pink palaces in vibrant Jaipur. There’ll be tiger-spotting in Ranthambore (one of the best places to see them in the wild) and block print workshops in a Bagru village, cooking with a local family and an upbeat Bollywood dance class. The trip culminates in sacred Varanasi, India’s cultural capital, where you’ll witness an Aarti ceremony on the ghats as you drift slowly down the Ganges – an experience not to be missed.
This is a journey that opens up a window to the country’s fascinating history, but it’s the humble human interactions that will leave the biggest impression – because there’s nowhere quite like India.
Your itinerary
DAY 1
Welcome to Delhi
- Arrive in New Delhi (DEL) | Welcome dinner
- Touch down in New Delhi, a vast metropolis blending ancient history with modernity, where a private Flash Pack transfer will be waiting to whisk you to your central hotel
- Meet your fellow Flashpackers for an introductory tour of the city, before sitting down to a delicious spice-laden welcome feast and raising a toast to the adventures to come
DAY 2
Culinary tour with a local chef
- Dive into Old Delhi’s labyrinthine streets for a chef-led food tour, sampling local specialities at some of the city’s top food joints
- Lend a hand in the kitchens of Bangla Sahib Gurudwara temple, which feeds 35,000 people every day; help to roll chapatis, cook lentils or serve the free meals
DAY 4
DAY 3
High tea & pakoras in Agra
- Board a train south to Agra and visit one of India’s finest Mughal palaces, the mighty Agra Fort, exploring the red-sandstone city with a local guide
- Visit a Mughal village for something special: share tea and pakoras with locals on a rooftop overlooking the Taj Mahal
DAY 4
Beautiful Taj Mahal sunrise
- Rise early to witness the Taj Mahal aglow with morning sunrise; this dazzling white mausoleum is the ultimate monument to love and one of the world’s most beautiful and recognised buildings
- Mind blown, journey south to Ranthambore National Park: this former maharajas’ hunting ground is now one of the best place in the world to spot wild tigers
DAY 5
Jungle Book wildlife in Ranthambore
- Take a dawn safari by open-top Jeep, an ideal time to spot tigers prowling through the long grass or along dusty tracks after a night of hunting
- Relax at your resort, before a late afternoon safari, keeping your eyes peeled for monkeys, leopards, deer and hyenas as well as elusive tigers
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Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Hindu Temple
Free
Asi Ghat Varanasi
4.7 ★(68K)
Religious Destination
Free
Dashashwamedh Ghat
4.7 ★(63K)
Religious destination
Free
Manikarnika Ghat - Manikarnika
Hindu temple
Free
Where you'll be staying
We often feature these unique hotels on this trip, with final options confirmed a month before departure. We work with these or similar hotels to ensure a stylish and comfortable stay every time.
The Claridges, Delhi
Soak up the old-world charm at this elegant mid-20th century hotel, a tranquil retreat within the capital. Expect sophisticated dining, pristine gardens and classic decor complete with Raj-era historical scenes. There’s even a modern art gallery and Ayurvedic spa on site.
Ranthambore Heritage Haveli
Located in the land of Tigers, this heritage resort has been elegantly built in traditional architecture keeping in mind the natural surroundings and Rajasthani culture. With well-furnished rooms and a vast pool, this is the ideal spot to relax after a morning game drive.
Shahpura House, Jaipur
The ornate facade and stained glass windows of this historic property provide a stunning backdrop for your stay at this welcoming aristocratic home. Think high ceilings with chandeliers, velvet sofas and walls adorned with swords and shields interspersed with family photographs.
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Northern India in 60 seconds
FAQs
Fly into and out of Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in New Delhi.
Before 12 pm ideally. The welcome meeting will take place at 4 pm at the hotel, which is located 45-60 minutes away from the airport.
There are no activities planned for the last day, so you can leave any time you like. We recommend booking a flight that leaves after 10am.
If you arrive on Day 1 of your adventure, or you book pre-tour accommodation with us, your airport arrival transfer will be included. If you book alternative pre-tour accommodation or are arriving by another mode of transport you must arrange your own arrival transfer.
Arrival transfers are private to Flash Pack and will be in groups depending on flight times. Sometimes this means waiting in the airport for a short while until other flights have arrived.
A departure transfer is not included, but taxis to the airport are good value, especially if you split the cost with others in your group. Your Pack Leader can help you book your transfers the night before if needed.
Colorful and chaotic, we think India is one of the most exhilarating and rewarding travel destinations in the world, but first-time visitors should be prepared for some level of culture shock.
Our Classic India tour finishes in the atmospheric spiritual hub of Varanasi. Even by Indian standards, Varanasi can be challenging and disorientating. Not only are the streets here even more crowded, but it is a city where devoted pilgrims come to die, hoping to break the Hindu cycle of rebirth and attain salvation. You will witness cremation ghats on the banks of the Ganges and may even see bodies floating down the river, which can feel shocking to Western travelers. However, bear in mind that death here is a normalized part of life.
Travelling as part of a Flash Pack group, you’ll be well looked after from start to finish. Your Pack Leader will help you adjust to the different experiences and make sure that you feel comfortable.
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