About this trip
This 16-day route runs the length of India, pairing Rajasthan's forts and desert cities with Kerala's hills and backwaters. You start in Delhi and move through Agra, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jojawar and Udaipur before flying south to Kochi, Munnar, Periyar and Alleppey.
It is a private, partially guided trip pitched at an easy pace, so there is room to absorb each place rather than rush through it. Expect a mix of Mughal and Rajput heritage, temple towns, tea country and a slower few days on the water.
The itinerary suits families or groups wanting one holiday that covers both the classic north India circuit and a proper taste of the south, without having to plan two separate trips.
What you'll do
- Stand before the Taj Mahal in Agra
- Explore the forts and old city of Jaipur
- Wander Jodhpur's blue lanes below Mehrangarh Fort
- Take in Udaipur's lakes and palaces
- Look for wildlife in Periyar's forests
- Drift through the Alleppey backwaters by houseboat
- Easy pace with private transport and partially guided days, good for families
- Covers two distinct regions, so there is a flight between north and south India
- Runs over Christmas and New Year for those wanting to travel that period
Worth it if you want seamless logistics, knowledgeable guides, and reliable transport across North and South India. Think twice if you need extensive free time or prefer smaller group sizes.
- Driver Jatin Yadav went beyond navigation, actively helping travellers find specific shops and items during the trip.
- All guides were punctual, informative, patient with photography stops, and well-coordinated airport-to-airport logistics.
- Southern scenery and mountains genuinely memorable; trip works well for senior travellers despite India's initial intimidation factor.
- 16-19 day duration covers substantial ground; expect long travel days navigating busy city traffic and highways.
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in New Delhi · 20 Jul – 21 Jul
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