For centuries, northern India has been a melting pot of religions and cultures—and nowhere is this legacy more apparent than in the region’s incredible architecture. From the gleaming white dome of the Taj Mahal to the ancient steps of the Chand Baori water tank, get a taste of India’s allure on this compact journey. Explore the bustling streets of Old Delhi, marvel at magnificent Mughal monuments in Agra and Fatehpur Sikri, and wander the pink-toned palaces of Jaipur, capping off your trip with a stay in a timeless desert village.

JOURNEY - North India Hightlights Tour

Hosted by Gathering Getaways

9-16 February 2025

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: National Geographic Journeys

Greater exploration, insider access, and the freedom to roam – all without sacrificing comfort.

Service Level: Upgraded

Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.

Physical Rating: 2 - Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Avg 10

Age requirement: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.


What's Included

  • Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Meet a Local Historian, Jaipur
  • Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Local Village Immersion, Pachewar
  • Your G for Good Moment: Women With Wheels Transfer, Indira Gandhi International Airport
  • Your G for Good Moment: City Walk, Delhi
  • Your G for Good Moment: Anoothi Block Printing Experience, Jaipur
  • Tour of Old Delhi
  • Visit the Taj Mahal, Baby Taj, and Agra Fort
  • Excursion to Fatehpur Sikri and the Abhaneri step wells
  • Explore Jaipur including the Amber Fort, Jaipur City Palace, and Hawa Mahal
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodations

Hotels (6 nts), heritage hotel (1 nt)

Meals

7 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Allow USD190-250 for meals not included.

Transportation

Van, bus, auto-rickshaw, cycle-rickshaw, walking.

Staff & experts

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides


Tour Price AUD2,269.00 

My Own Room (single supplement) AUD 929.00 per person

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HIGHLIGHTS FROM JOURNEYS: NORTH INDIA HIGHLIGHTS TOUR
CITY WALK

Explore the streets of Delhi with an adolescent tour guide from the G Adventures-supported New Delhi Streetkids Project. As a former street child, your local guide will have a unique perspective on the city and can provide more information on the life of a child in India. The guided tour helps support the guide's college or university tuition.

MEET A LOCAL HISTORIAN

In Jaipur, known as the “Pink City,” meet with a local historian and sociology scholar to learn about India’s complex social fabric and traditions, and discuss a range of topics from the country’s belief systems to its architecture.

TAJ MAHAL VISIT

Cross one off your bucket list as you visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Explore the gorgeous white marble mausoleum, built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a testament of his love for his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal.

Meet your host
Julie Drakes

Join Julie, the founder of Gathering Getaways, on a journey to India! With over 20 years of experience in the travel industry, Julie has lived on four continents and explored more than 50 countries. Now, she’s excited to share her passion for travel with you, guiding you through the wonders of India with the National Geographic guide and helping you discover even more of our incredible world.