Premium India
















From AUD $5295
Small Group
Light
Rating
(20 reviews)

Premium India
11 days
Small Group
Unknown
Light
English
Experience Overview
Welcome to northern India, where ancient religion and cultural heritage come together.
Welcome to northern India, where ancient religion and cultural heritage come together. On this 11-day Premium adventure, you’ll discover the Pink City of Jaipur, see the Mughal splendours of Delhi and Agra, savour the many flavours of Lucknow cuisine and soak up the ambience of holy Varanasi on a sunrise cruise. A local leader will show you around, from lavish palaces to vibrant bazaars and the Taj Mahal – one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Packed with hotspots and hidden gems, you’ll discover the cultural heart of India through Exclusive Experiences, Feature Stays and local interaction.
Highlights
- Discover the beauty in the buildings that lie across the north of India, from Jaipur’s Amber Fort and Royal City Palace to Agra’s Red Fort and the iconic Taj Mahal – one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
- Taste the best of Indian cuisine during Exclusive Experiences, including a street food tour on rickshaws in Varanasi and a home-cooked meal hosted by a local family in Jaipur.
- Take a cooking class in Lucknow – this region's capital is renowned for its delicious, rich flavours.
- Spend two unforgettable evenings at your Feature Stay hotel in Jaipur. The heritage hotel has been in the same family since its opening in 1928 and offers opulent details and warm, friendly service.
- Cruise down the Ganges at sunset, accompanied by local musicians – an Exclusive Experience you can only find on a Premium adventure!
Trip Details
11 days
Auto rickshaw,Boat,Cycle rickshaw,Metro,Plane,Private vehicle,Train
Small Group
English
Delhi, India
Delhi, India
Unknown
Explorer
Light
Itinerary
Included Activities:
- Delhi - Welcome dinner
Accommodation:
- The Grand Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Old Delhi City Tour
- Delhi - Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh Temple)
- Delhi - Jama Masjid (Shoe Keeper)
- Delhi - Visit to the Jama Masjid Mosque
Accommodation:
- The Grand Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Jaipur - Leader-led orientation walk
- Jaipur - Home-cooked dinner
Accommodation:
- Grand Mercure Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Jaipur - Amber Fort
- Jaipur - City Palace
Accommodation:
- Hotel Narain Niwas Palace (Feature Stay) or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Agra - Taj Mahal
Accommodation:
- Hotel Narain Niwas Palace (Feature Stay) or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Lucknow - Orientation Walk
- Lucknow - Sheroes Dinner
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Lucknow City Tour
- Lucknow – Awadhi Cooking Class
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Orientation Walk in Varanasi
- Varanasi - Evening Ganga aarti with musicians on boat
- Varanasi - Ganges candle flower ceremony
Accommodation:
- Ramada Katesar or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Varanasi - Sunrise Ganges boat trip
- Sarnath Museum Visit
- Sarnath Stupa Visit
- Varanasi – Rickshaw Food Tour
Accommodation:
- Ramada Katesar or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Farewell Dinner at Haveli Dharampura
Optional Activities:
- Delhi - Delhi Food Walk Urban Adventure (3750 INR)
- Delhi - Humayun's Tomb (600 INR)
- Delhi - Qutub Minar (600 INR)
- Delhi - Red Fort (600 INR)
Accommodation:
- The Grand Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Duration: 11 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
Welcome to northern India, where ancient religion and cultural heritage come together.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 15 Jan 2026
Customer Reviews
04/14/2024
Our tour guide Gaurang brought northern India to life for our tour Great insight for me Most enjoyable trip
04/09/2024
Thoroughly enjoyed trip! We had a great leader in Karni to share the delights of India with us. Taj Mahal was mesmerising! Plus we got to see Tigers up close!
Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
In Business Since 1989
04/14/2024
Our tour guide Gaurang brought northern India to life for our tour Great insight for me Most enjoyable trip
04/09/2024
Thoroughly enjoyed trip! We had a great leader in Karni to share the delights of India with us. Taj Mahal was mesmerising! Plus we got to see Tigers up close!
04/07/2024
A great trip from Intrepid which navigated all the chaos of India and finds all the interesting gems along the way. The Taj Mahal, Temples, Forts and Tigers, plus the excitement of the Ganges !!!!
03/19/2024
Amazing trip with like minded travellers. Recommended
03/11/2024
Intrepid premium India was a whirlwind of culture, history and flavours. Expertly guided through 5 destinations in 10 days it was the perfect balance of stimulation and comfort. India is hectic and colourful and this tour gets you safely in amongst it so that you can fully experience it without ever really getting out of your comfort zone. Quite an achievement really.
02/28/2024
Travelling in northern India takes time so many early morning starts were required to allow us to see and do more in every day. Tiring at times but worthwhile. Recommended.
02/26/2024
This trip is an intensive skate through some of the amazing sights, people, culture and religions of this part of India. Highlights for me were: Varanasi on the Ganges- like no where else on earth. Wild Bengal tigers at Ranthambore - we were lucky to see two. The Taj Mahal - an astonishingly beautiful mausoleum to love. We were in very safe hands with the knowledgeable and attentive Parik as our leader. But note, this is not a relaxing holiday, with so many experiences packed in, many hours on the road, early starts and little downtime to relax and enjoy the good hotels on route, I felt pretty exhausted when I took my seat on the plane home.
03/03/2024
Would definitely recommend this trip for anyone that wants to experience some of the top sites in India. Highlights were the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Varanasi. Our guide Perik, was excellent. Itinerary was packed and offered very little downtime, but got to see a lot of great attractions in India.
02/25/2024
Intrepid offers well organised adventures particularly great for those travelling solo and maybe nervous to go it alone in an unknown environment. You might need a few days quietly after to digest all the experiences your senses are exposed to but excellent!
02/18/2024
I was nervous about visiting India, but really wanted to see it. Intrepid's guided tour was amazing. We saw the real India, up close and personal with all the sounds, smells, sights and tastes. All the while being kept safe and staying in nice accommodation. This was our 5th holiday with Intrepid. Highly recommend this company.
02/17/2024
This is the perfect way to explore the Golden Triangle, particularly if it is your first visit to India. The tour is expertly put together so that you see the maximum amount of places in the time allowed. Our guide was superb; knowledgeable & enthusiastic and made our visit.
02/13/2024
Pradeep was unfailingly enthusiastic, helpful and well-organised. We got to experience many things that we wouldn’t have as independent travellers. Be prepared for hair-raising rickshaw rides and fast-paced traffic-dodging walks. Highlights were Varanasi boat trips with musicians, haveli dinner with dancers, yummy street food and delicious chai.
02/17/2024
Intrepid is a great way of meeting g like minded travellers and seei g the amazing parts of the world in an organised and informed way. Highly recommend this company and this form of travel.
03/03/2024
I enjoyed being able to see 5 cities easily in one trip - Varanasi was my absolute favorite. Some of the hotels were amazing, some were average. The Taj Mahal is beautiful, but sadly, we didn't see any tigers (or other cats) in Ranthambore.
02/12/2024
I have used intrepid travel many times, and have found them to be excellent in their standards of tours, tour leaders, environment conscientiousness, and animal respect, and welfare they are an excellent company.
02/04/2024
An excellent, well planned overview of Northern India. Our guide Mukendra was excellent and added so much to a fantastic experience.
02/05/2024
Our trip to India with our superb guide Mukendra was outstanding. I was nervous before but the organisation, attention to detail, support, care and protection was superb. This meant I could take in the sights of India and not worry. Had a real taste of main sights, an understanding of Hinduism, Sikhism and Islam through our visits and Mukendra’s insights, as well as the customs and daily life of India.
02/04/2024
My time in Nth India with Intrepid has been more than I hoped for. Like a dream. Mukendra our guide, his team and my group of fellow travellers made every single minute perfect. I am forever grateful
01/31/2024
I cannot recommend this trip highly enough. My first time in India and was slightly apprehensive- I needn't have been. From the 1st moment of arrival, I knew I was in safe hands. I could relax and enjoy the trip with no concern about the arrangements Abhi is a fantastic guide, we were lucky to have him. I have so many happy memories and colourful vivid images, I look forward to going back to India.
02/21/2024
My Wife and I needed a solid and safe tour of India's golden triangle to fit in with a wedding in Delhi. After a friend's recommendation, we booked the Intrepid Premium Tour in Jan 2024. Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Varanasi. Wonderful places with magnificent cultural and historic sites. Top accommodation, meals. Transport was good. The Tour Leader was excellent and gave us great incites about the sites and the culture. Highly recommended. We always felt safe too.

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