India South & North

Name: India South & North
Brand: Intrepid Travel
SKU: BM-3357
Price: 3170 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (103 reviews)

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Wildlife safaris and game drives
Active and outdoor
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Art and architecture

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Booking Type Instant Booking
duration 29 days
tour type Group
age requirement 15+ years old
max group size 12
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Starts Kochi, India
Ends New Delhi, India

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HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes

Explore seaside Mamallapuram on a bicycle tour, pedalling to the eighthcentury Shore Temple and incredible seventhcentury stone carving known as Arjuna’s Penance.
Carve through the iridescent hills of Ootacamund (Ooty) on the vintage Nilgiri Mountain Railway, then visit a lush tea plantation.
Spot tigers, elephants, sloths, and birds on safaris and nature walks in three of India’s wildlife viewing hotspots – Mudumalai, Periyar, and Ranthambhore national parks.
Cruise the winding backwaters of Kerala and further immerse yourself in life on the water with an island homestay in this idyllic region.

The India South & North trip starts in Kochi and ends in New Delhi. It is an active and outdoor trip that takes 29 days taking you through Ranthambhore National Park, Masinagudi, New Delhi and 21 other destinations in India. India South & North is a guided small group trip that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

This extensive 29-day adventure through India takes you from bottom to top, revealing the icons and local secrets of this diverse country. Revel in the tropical climate, warm waters, and lush green landscapes of the south in places like Kochi, Puducherry, and Madurai. Then be dazzled by kaleidoscopic colours, Mughal grandeur, and the overt spirituality of the north in Jaipur and Agra. Travel from Kochi to Delhi and combine the slower delights of Kerala and Tamil Nadu with the rush and jumble of Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan on our longest Original-style India tour.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS ABOUT INTREPID TRAVEL

4.5 - Excellent

Based on 103 reviews

Jennifer's review for another Intrepid Travel tour

4 - Very Good

Jennifer
From Canada
On Jan 21 2019

“Very Good”

Review for another Intrepid Travel tour

5 - Excellent

Anonymous
From Germany
On Aug 25 2017

“Had an amazing tour. The guide was professional. The tour was well arranged and the group was great. Overall, easy booking and a 'waugh experience'!”

Mattias' review for another Intrepid Travel tour

5 - Excellent

Mattias
From Germany
On Jan 27 2019

“Excellent”

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ITINERARY Expand All

Day 1: Kochi
Day 2: Kochi
Day 3: Ootacamund – Conoor
Day 4: Ootacamund – Conoor
Day 5: Mudumalai National Park – Masinagudi
Day 6: Mysore
Day 7: Mysore – Overnight train
Day 8: Mamallapuram
Day 9: Puducherry
Day 10: Madurai
Day 11: Periyar
Day 12: Periyar
Day 13: Kerala Backwaters
Day 14: Kochi
Day 15: Delhi
Day 16: Delhi
Day 17: Agra
Day 18: Madhogarh
Day 19: Jaipur
Day 20: Jaipur
Day 21: Ranthambhore National Park
Day 22: Bundi
Day 23: Paangarh Lake
Day 24: Bijaipur
Day 25: Udaipur
Day 26: Udaipur
Day 27: Pushkar
Day 28: Pushkar - Delhi
Day 29: Delhi

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

Deluxe permanent tent (1 night), Heritage Property (3 nights), Homestay (1 night), Hotel (16 nights), Jungle resort (1 night), Overnight sleeper train (1 night), Resort (2 nights)

Meals

7 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 5 Dinners

Transport

4x4 Safari Vehicle , Auto rickshaw , Boat , Bus , Cycle rickshaw , Ferry , Jeep , Metro , Overnight sleeper train , Private vehicle , Shuttle Bus , Taxi , Train , Van

Guide

An expert tour leader

Included Activities

Kochi - Leader-led Fort Kochi walking tour
Kochi - Dutch Palace
Kochi - Kathakali performance
Ooty - Nilgiri Mountain Railway & Tea Plantation visit
Mysore - Home cooked lunch & family visit
Mysore - Maharaja's Palace
Mysore - Leader-led walking tour
Mysore - Keshava Temple
Mysore - Chamundi Hill & Temple
Mamallapuram - Cycling tour
Mamallapuram - Shore Temples guided tour
Puducherry - Leader-led French Quarter walking tour
Madurai - Sri Meenakshi Temple
Periyar - Spice plantation visit
Periyar - National Park
Periyar - Guided nature walk
Kerala Backwaters - Pole boat ride
Kerala Backwaters - Village walk
Delhi - Leader-led Old Delhi walking & rickshaw tour
Delhi - Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh Temple)
Delhi - Jama Masjid
Agra - Taj Mahal
Agra - Agra Fort
Agra - Red Fort guided tour
Madhogarh - Leader-led village walk
Madhogarh - Dinner at Fort Madhogarh
Jaipur - Amber Fort
Jaipur - Leader-led walking & market tour
Ranthambhore National Park - Evening wildlife safari
Bundi - Stepwell
Bundi - Bundi Palace
Bijaipur - Leader-led village tour
Udaipur - Leader-led walking tour
Udaipur - City Palace
Pushkar - Leader-led walking tour
Pushkar - Home-cooked lunch

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Any international flights to Kochi and from New Delhi are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
Travel insurance is not included in this India South & North tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. We recommend purchasing it from World Nomads.

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this India South & North tour. You can cancel the tour up to 24 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 23 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 20 March 2021, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 20 March 2021, a deposit of 400 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 23 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

India South & North tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. We recommend using World Nomads' travel insurance.

Visa

For this India South & North tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are travelling to, as part of this itinerary.

Is this trip right for you:

Trains are a great way to see the countryside and get you away from the busy road system. Keep in mind that delays and cancellations are common, so a little patience will go a long way during your tour. This trip involves some long journeys by train, including overnight, so please read the itinerary carefully for travel time estimates.
From December to February, delays are more common, especially in the north of the country due to fog. It’s not uncommon for trains to be delayed for up to 12 hours. Your tour leader in conjunction with our local office will advise any changes to the itinerary.
Sleeper trains are clean and air-conditioned. Beds are padded berths with sheets, pillow, and blanket provided (although some people prefer to bring their own sleeping sheet). Please note that you may be sharing with locals of the same or opposite gender.
Part of travelling with Intrepid means respecting local cultures and sensibilities. That way you get the most out of your interactions with local people and environments. Please bring clothes that cover the arms and pants/skirts that go past the knees. A light scarf is also a good idea for covering shoulders and arms when it’s hot.
It’s important to prepare for hot sticky temperatures during the day and cooler climates in the evening, particularly in Ootacamund (AKA Ooty), Mudumalai, and Periyar National Parks. Packing layers is one of the best ways to tackle this disparity in weather.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene global standardised protocols have been adopted.
Departures will be limited to an average group size of 10 travellers to ensure COVID-19 safety for all travellers.
Hygiene protocols have been adopted on this tour. Wearing a mask, hand washing and sanitizing, physical distancing is highly encouraged, and frequently touched surfaces are regularly disinfected.
Distancing measures have been implemented to safeguard against COVID-19.

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