Kolkata to Amritsar by rail

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The Kolkata to Amritsar tour was a fantastic experience. If this is the first time to India, the traffic is nothing we’ve experienced before, and an initial shock, but it does work, very little accidents (goodness knows how) and you will get use to it. Highlights were, the Golden Temple, Agra Red Fort, the Taj Mahal, city tour of Kolkata (inc Mother Theresa orphanage) We added the Ranthambhore tiger trailing at the end of this holiday which was fantastic and a highlight. Be prepared for long hours on Indian trains, as the distance travelled was extensive. Most journeys are around 5 hours long and the overnight train is 14 hours! The toy train is a bit of a bone shaker and uncomfortable, but an experience (not one I’d want to repeat) Most of the hotels are clean and comfortable. The one in Bodhgaya is not good, but we understand we’re the last to be staying at this hotel on this tour as it is being changed. The one in Varanasi, is ok, but needs to be closer to the Ganges, as it is a 30-40 minute Tuck tuck ride away. Raj our guide was fabulous. He guided us through the very busy areas with his extensive expertises and with professionalism. He helped to book activities during our free time during the tour and between plane journeys. This was extremely helpful and kind of him. He also escorted us on the optional Kolkata city tour in his rest time. Overall India is an experience you won’t forget, so if you are undecided if to go or not, just do it!

Susan K. | Traveled in December

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15 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

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Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Highlights

Varanasi - Soak up the sacred atmosphere in this Hindu city and see the Ganga Aarti ceremonies along the banks of the river. Agra & Delhi - Tick two Indian greats off your list along with must-sees such as the Taj Mahal and bustling Old Delhi. Amritsar - Explore the captivating Golden Temple, the heart of the Sikh faith

Itinerary

From the frantic delights of Delhi to the sacred sites of Varanasi and the ancient monuments of Amritsar, delve into the highlights of Northern India. Travel across India's unique rail network, discovering a melting pot of religions - from Hinduism in Varanasi to Buddhism in Bodh Gaya - swapping train for boat along the Ganges and journeying into the Himalayan foothills via toy train along the way.

day 1Join trip in Kolkata

Our tour of Northern India starts in Kolkata. Once the capital of British India, Kolkata has had a turbulent past. It was central to the struggle for Indian independence and thousands of Bengali refugees came here at the start of the 1900s. It's a city of striking contrasts and can be overwhelming initially, but the sights, smells and chaotic sounds offer a unique introduction to life in the bustling state. For those arriving in time today our tour leader will meet you in the hotel reception at 5pm for a welcome meeting followed by the option to go out for dinner. If you arrive later, our tour leader will catch you up as soon as possible. If you'd like an airport transfer today, you'll need to arrive into Kolkata Airport (CCU), around a one-hour drive from the hotel.

Accommodation

Peerless Inn

day 2Explore Kolkata

day 3Travel to Bodh Gaya

day 4See the sacred Bodhi tree and take the train to Varanasi

day 5Visit Sarnath's temples and experience the evening Aarti ceremony

day 6Dawn boat ride on the Ganges. Afternoon train to Agra

day 7Learn about the Asian elephant at Wildlife SOS. Afternoon explore of Agra Fort

day 8Visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise

day 9Explore New Delhi

day 10Travel on the Kalka Shatabdi and toy train to Shimla

day 11Take a walking tour to Shimla's Vice Regal Lodge

day 12Free time to explore Shimla

day 13Travel to Amritsar

day 14Visit the Golden Temple and the Partition Museum

day 15Trip ends in Amritsar

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Accommodation

Peerless Inn (2 nights)Hotel Sujata Bodhgaya (1 night)Hotel Silk City (2 nights)Hotel Amar (2 nights)Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi (2 nights)Hotel Willow Banks (3 nights)Clarion Inn Greywall (2 nights)

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14 Breakfasts

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Local Guide(s)Explore Tour Leader

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Rickshaw

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