Traverse India from Delhi to Goa, uncovering Rajasthan, Pushkar and Varanasi before drifting through Kerala’s backwaters on a leader-led journey of forts, markets, sleeper trains and village life.
  • Walk Old Delhi's bazaars, Jama Masjid and Chandni Chowk by rickshaw.
  • Explore Jaisalmer Fort's lanes and intricately carved Jain temples.
  • Witness sunrise light the marble domes of the Taj Mahal.
  • Cruise Varanasi's Ganges at dawn, passing pilgrims on the ghats.
  • Glide Kerala's backwaters by pole boat, then walk village canals.
  • Stroll Fort Kochi's colonial quarter, Dutch Palace and synagogue.
  • Marvel at Madurai's Meenakshi Temple and its towering gopurams.
  • Walk fragrant spice plantations in the hills of Periyar.
Accommodation ranges from simple local guesthouses and homestays to basic desert camping and standard hotels. Expect a mix of air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned rooms, some shared cold-water bathrooms, occasional power cuts, and on-site restaurants serving local meals. Hot water for showers may be provided only at peak times.