Insight India Experience

Delhi is one of the most historical and vibrant cities on earth, a city of contrasts that is now divided into two zones: Old Delhi, which mostly consists of Mughal-era buildings, and New Delhi, constructed by the British. Take a walk through Old Delhi to visit Gandhi’s graveyard, located near the lively district of Chandni Chowk, which is famous for its gold and silver merchants. Later, visit the narrow streets of Nizamuddin, the Sufiarea in Delhi. Here, you will be guided by local youth to uncover the traditions, monuments, flavors, and history of this vibrant neighborhood that juxtaposes old and new, upscale residences and ancient tombs. Travellers and pilgrims flock to the Nizamuddin Dargah, the saint’stomb, to hear qawwalis, or Sufi devotional songs, eat kebabs, and shop in the lively market.

Drive to Jaipur in the morning, then visit Heritage places of city including Amber fort , Monkey temple. City palace , Jantar Mantar , hawa mahal.Tonight will be spent at a homestay in the local community (although accommodation in the city can be arranged if that is preferred.) Day 3: Craft lesson in Jaipur With the help of local artisan women, try your hand at block printing, one of the oldest printing techniques in India, and chat with the women about their lives. In the afternoon there will be time to visit one of the amazing places in Jaipur city, such as spectacular City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa mahal. Evening leisure for shopping in the Market. Overnight stay .

Travel to Agra, the home of one of the world’s greatest romantic icons, the Taj Mahal. The best times to visit are sunrise and sunset, as the sun turns the white marble beautiful hues. Visit in the evening. Day 5: Agra to Delhi, via an elephant center Get up early to see a rooftop sunrise over the Taj Mahal, and enjoy some pool time at the hotel.On the way back to Delhi, Further en route, visit an elephant rescue center and even have a chance to walk with them.

Overnight at hotel in Delhi. Next morning fly to Amritsar Punjab.

Fly to Amritsar in the morning, the city that’s home to the holiest shrine in Sikhism, the spectacular Golden Temple. Enjoysome peaceful time at this deeply spiritual place, where all are welcome. In the evening, head to Wagah, a town on the India-Pakistan border where a military spectacle occurs every day as the border closes. India and Pakistan are intense rivals, and this ceremony epitomizes this historical tensions.

Leave the plains of Punjab and head to MacLeodGanj/Dharamsala, which is known as little Tibet becauseit’s the seat of the Tibetan government in exile and home to the Dalai Lama. Stay in a Tibetan Monastery and have free time on the day of arrival to take a walkaround the beautiful valley and visit localcrafts shops and Buddhist sites. Day 8: Trek around Dharamsala Take a trek in the Himalayas, starting in McLeodGanj and ending at Triund, at 2900m/9214ft. It is a beautiful walk through mixed forests of deodar and oaktrees, as well as rhododendron plants (whichflower in the spring). Triund is situated on a ridge with a beautiful view of the whole Kangra Valley on one side, and the Dhauladhar mountain range on the other. Day 9: Learn about Tibetan Buddhism in Dharamsala Visit the Dalai Lama Temple and have the opportunity to accompany the Buddhist Monks in their daily activities, such as practicing deep meditation and debating Buddhist scriptures. This day you will not have any full day sightseeing as you already tired with the trekking and next day need to travel a bit.

Drive to Haridwar, at the foot of the Himalayas, a spiritual town on the banks of the River Ganga.Enjoy the evening AARTI (ceremoney at the bank of River Ganga). Overnight at hotel

Day 11: Spirituality in Rishikesh Take a short drive to Rishikeshin the morning, and settle in for couple of hours. In the evening, witness the daily Ganga Aarti, or worship ceremony dedicated to the River Ganga. Day 12: Ayurveda in Rishikesh Experience traditional Ayurveda today, by receiving a lecture from an Ayurvedic doctor. Later, enjoy an Ayurvedic massage. Day 13: Yoga in Rishikesh Rishikesh is known as the international capital of yoga, and you’llget the chance to practice some on the banks of the sacred Ganges. Later, learn the principles of Ayurvedic nutrition in a home-based cooking class.

Day transfer to Delhi by train. And drop at hotel /airport for further journey.