Journeys: North India Highlights

Arrive at any time; your arrival transfer is included through Women With Wheels, a G Adventuressupported project.
There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting, so check into to the hotel and enjoy the city. We highly recommend booking a pre-night in Delhi to get over your jetlag and be ready for this very busy trip.

Set out to discover Delhi, the capital of India, which consists of two cities: historic Delhi and New Delhi, built by the British in the early 20th century. Explore New Delhis lively Paharganj district with a youth guide from the G Adventuressupported City Walk project, and hear about how the program provides opportunities to disadvantaged street youth. Then delve into the narrow, winding lanes of Old Delhi, visiting the 17th-century Jama Masjidthe largest mosque in Indiaand the Sikh temple Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib, located close to a busy shopping area. Drive to Agra this afternoon.
Meals included: breakfast

Spend the day in historic Agra, which served as the capital of the Delhi sultanate and later of the Mughal Empire. Discover the Taj Mahal, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World; widely considered the finest example of Mughal architecture, this breathtaking mausoleum was built by the emperor Shah Jahan for his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Afterward, visit the exquisite tomb of Mumtaz Mahals grandfather, often referred to as the baby Taj, and explore Agra Fort, an impressive red sandstone citadel which conceals palaces of white marble within.
Meals included: breakfast

Travel to Jaipur, the capital of the state of Rajasthan. On the way, stop at the magnificent Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri, a masterpiece of red sandstone, and hear about its fascinating history. The emperor Akbar built a short-lived capital here in the 16th century to honour a Muslim saint from the village of Sikri who had predicted the birth of his son, Jehangir. Then visit the Rajasthani village of Abhaneri for a walk around the Chand Baorian ornately decorated stepwell or water tank constructed over a thousand years agolearning about ancient Indian methods of water conservation. Before arriving to your hotel, visit the Anoothi Project, a collective of women from a marginalised community outside Jaipur who have mastered the traditionally-male technique of block printing. Travelers will engage in a hands-on block printing experience and spend time with the women leading this experience to speak with them about the purpose of the collective and its impact on the community.
Meals included: breakfast

Explore Jaipur, known as the Pink City for its rose-coloured buildings. Take a tour of the sprawling Amber Fort, the former residence of Jaipurs Rajput rulers; and visit Hawa Mahal, or the Palace of Winds, a stunning five-story sandstone building with distinctive honeycombed windows. The next stop in Jaipur today is at Anoothi. Here, youll discover the artistry of traditional block printing while supporting a meaningful local womens initiative. Tonight, consider going to the cinema to watch a Bollywood moviea truly unique experience.
Going to see a Bollywood film in India is much more than what we are accustomed to in the west. The atmosphere, energy, and pure fun (not to mention volume!) has to be experienced to be believed.
Meals included: breakfast

Start your day with a local historian and sociology scholar, diving into Indias intricate social fabricfrom its ancient belief systems to its iconic architecture. Afterward, travel into rural Rajasthan and join your Expedition Leader to explore Alsisar, a village famed for its stunning heritage havelis (mansions). The evening concludes with dinner at our own haveli accommodations.
Meals included: breakfast | dinner

Drive back to bustling Delhi. After checking into the hotel, enjoy the rest of the day free to explore the city. This evening, opt to join the group for a farewell dinner.
Meals included: breakfast

Depart at any time.
Meals included: breakfast