Independent Spirit of India

12 Day Package from Mumbai to Delhi
Eclectic temples and imposing forts. Pristine wildlife refuges and lively metropolises. Pink cities and golden triangles. Fairytale monuments and tantalizing cuisine. There’s no better introduction to India than this incredible Globus Independent tour. Tour bustling Mumbai, witness its tiffin lunch box delivery system, and visit the former residence of Mahatma Gandhi. Y Next, travel to Varanasi, the holiest of Hindu pilgrim cities, to witness the striking Ganga Aarti (spiritual worship) on the ghats (steps) leading down to the sacred Ganges River. In the capital city of Delhi, enjoy a rickshaw ride through the famed Chandni Chowk bazaar—a market that’s been around for more than three centuries. Spend time here shopping for exotic spices, gold, fabrics, and a host of trinkets and souvenirs. You’ll also visit Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, the largest Sikh house of worship in Delhi; and explore the lavish, 16th-century garden-tomb of Mughal Emperor Humayun (a precursor to the Taj Mahal). Southeast in Agra, be sure your camera is in hand for phenomenal photo opportunities on your private guided sightseeing tour that begins with a truly unforgettable sunrise visit to the incomparable Taj Mahal. Then, visit the ancient red sandstone Agra Fort, which guarded the imperial city of the Moghul rulers. In the “Pink City” of Jaipur, your private sightseeing takes you to the amazing Amber Fort with the glittering walls and ceilings in the Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace), the City Palace, and the fascinating bigger-than-life Jantar Mantar astronomical observatories. Enjoy free time and optional excursions to experience this fascinating destination in your own way.
All This. Included
Special features included in this tour:
• Private guided sightseeing in Mumbai includes Mani Bhavan, the former residence of Mahatma Ghandi
• Train ride to Mahalaxmi Station and experience Mumbai’s tiffin lunch box delivery system
• Visit a traditional Dhobi Ghat (open-air laundromat)
• Take a boat ride at dawn to observe the Hindus’ devotional bathing and meditation rituals in the Ganges River
• Witness the evening Ganga Aarti ceremony on the steps leading to the Ganges
• Private guided sightseeing in Delhi includes the Jama Masjid, Humayun’s Tomb, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and Qutub Minar
• Rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk bazaar
• Sunrise visit and guided tour of the Taj Mahal
• Guided visit to Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Private guided sightseeing in Jaipur with visits to Jantar Mantar and the City Palace Museum
• Visit to Ladli, a skills-training program for local youth
• Guided tour of the Amber Fort