Jewels of India 2025 | February 2025

Follow our adventurous group of kiwis as they explore the vibrant landscapes and rich cultural tapestry of India. From the bustling streets of New Delhi to the serene ghats of Varanasi, the majestic Taj Mahal in Agra, and the royal palaces of Rajasthan, our travellers will experience the essence of this exotic land.

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Day 1: Auckland - Singapore - Thu 13 February, 2025

And we're off.... Singapore here we come!

Day 2: Singapore - New Delhi - Fri 14 February, 2025

A wee rest stop in Singapore on the way.

Day 3: New Delhi - Sat 15 February, 2025

One day in New Delhi! The colours of India are everywhere we look!

Volunteers (and a couple of Kiwis) making food for whoever is hungry at a Sikh temple.

Gandhi’s last footsteps and his bedroom in the last place he lived before his assassination.

Gandhi's last footsteps.

Gandhi's bedroom in the last place he lived before his assassination

Day 4: New Delhi - Varanasi - Sun 16 February, 2025

Sunrise and Sunset on the ghats of the River Ganges - Varanasi. India you are mind blowing 😍

Day 5: Varanasi - Mon 17 February, 2025

Life on the River Ganges.

Day 6: Varanasi - Agra - Tue 18 February, 2025

Beautiful Beautiful Taj Mahal 😍❤️

Day 7: Agra - Wed 19 February, 2025

Agra - The Mughal stronghold of Agra Fort and the marble tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daulah (Baby Taj).

Day 8: Agra - Jaipur - Thu 20 February, 2025

After a delicious Tharli last night we traveled from Agra to Jaipur today visiting the mesmerizing Abhaneri Step Well. We stopped for a beautiful picnic and tried some of the local transport options! 😊

Day 9: Jaipur - Fri 21 February, 2025

Our day in Jaipur the ‘pink city’ had us visit the Hawa Mahal Observatory, City Palace, Amor Fort, block printing workshop and a walk with an elephant through a reserve at a retreat for Elephants. Finishing with Rajasthani Folk Dancing display.