If you are planning a trip to India, this is a great place to start. There are many different ways to plan your ‘perfect India itinerary’ depending on your interests and how many weeks in India you have.
In this article, we list four sample itineraries for India. These range from one week to four weeks in India, with suggestions on how to use public transportation and tips for where to stay and which sites to see with a guide.
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- North or South India?
- Getting there
- Best time to go
- How to get around
- 4x ITINERARIES
1 Week in India
2 Weeks in India
3 Weeks in India
4 Weeks in India - Want to know more?
- Have more time?
- Where to stay in India
Choosing North India or South India?
When choosing between North India and South India, there are key differences to consider with the region’s culture, history, climate, food, and natural beauty.
South India has its own distinctive identity, languages, and local cultures and is often touted as a gentle introduction to India. However, North India is known for its rich cultural heritage, including Hindu and Mughal influences, and is home to the Taj Mahal.
With 1-, 2-, 3- or 4- weeks in India you can get from one side of Uttar Pradesh all the way to the Thar Desert in Rajasthan, to the famous Golden Triangle of India and further north to Punjab too.
Plus, it is straightforward to get a 30-Day Tourist e-Visa for India and so it makes sense to travel for up to one month and make the most of the permitted visa validity.
- Read about applying for your India e-Visa online before you travel.
Getting to Delhi
These four itineraries for 1 – 4 weeks in India each begin and end in Delhi.
Most travellers begin and end their India trip in Delhi because of the large, international airport there. It is easy to find flights to Delhi from all over the world with connections in the Middle East and South Asia.
- Read about arriving at New Delhi International Airport and getting a SIM card for India.
Best time to go
There are advantages to travel in the different regions of India at different times of the year.
The summer months can be seriously hot though this time of year is the quietest tourist season to travel. India has a rainy season in July and August and it can be very wet, even in the north of India.
Winter is from October to March with a pleasant temperature and little chance of rain.
- May – June: Summer sees high daytime temperatures often reaching 40°C/104°F.
- July – August: Monsoon season with high rainfall in July.
- November – February: The winter months have a comfortable daytime temperature with cool evenings and cold overnights.
- Mid-September – October and March – April: This is the shoulder season for tourism with a pleasant temperature and lesser crowds.
Unfortunately, Delhi is especially polluted as one of India’s largest cities and smog is heavy during the winter months of November to February. The burning season for crops is in November in Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh and additional air pollution in the cities makes for regularly high levels of polluted air.
We have travelled in India at all times of year and the truth is each season has pros and cons to the weather.
Though do be extra careful in the monsoon and rainy season in India!
- Read about getting Dengue Fever in India and ending up in hospital in Delhi.
How to get around on your India itinerary
The Indian subcontinent is seriously huge. It’s populous (obviously) and it’s geographically enormous. But fortunately for travellers, the main cities in North India are well connected by rail. In fact, India’s extensive railway network moves more than 23 million people around the country every day!
For these itineraries, the modes of transport change slightly depending on how many weeks in India you have.
With the shortest itinerary for one week in India transport between the cities is easiest by train. But with longer, the distances to destination cities mean for some legs of the itinerary you will have the option to fly and for others, you will need to take a bus or taxi with a private driver.
In the cities it is easiest (and most fun) to get around by auto-rickshaw. There are loads of taxis too, but the auto-rickshaws are great for a day tour and best with a driver booked to wait at each site for you and stay with you for the day.
ITINERARY #1 – One Week in India
The Golden Triangle is a popular tourist circuit in north India comprising of the three cities, New Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. It is the most common first destination for travellers to India and a fantastic place to start.
Summary – 1 Week in India
See the complete adventure detailed below. But first, in summary…
- Day 1 – Delhi – Arrival
- Day 2 – Delhi – Rickshaw tour of Old Delhi
- Day 3 – Agra – Train to Agra; Rickshaw tour of Agra
- Day 4 – Agra to Jaipur – Taj Mahal; Train to Jaipur
- Day 5 – Jaipur – Rickshaw tour of Jaipur
- Day 6 – Jaipur to Delhi– Train to Delhi; Rickshaw tour of New Delhi
- Day 7 – Delhi – Departure
- Read our travel guide to India including all about arriving at New Delhi International Airport and getting a SIM card for India.
DAY 1 – DELHI – Arrival
Arrival and check into your hotel in Delhi for a first evening meal on-site and first taste of Indian cuisine in India!
- Read about managing your money in India and the top things to do in Delhi.
- Stay overnight in hotel in Delhi.
DAY 2 – DELHI – Rickshaw tour of Old Delhi
Take a tour by auto-rickshaw for the day to old Delhi. See the historic Jama Masjid mosque, the busy Chandni Chowk marketplace and Red Fort.
Enjoy lunch in Chandni Chowk and spend the afternoon visiting Humayun’s Tomb and the beautiful Lodi Gardens.
- Stay overnight in hotel in Delhi.
DAY 3 – DELHI TO AGRA – Tour of Agra
Take a morning train from Delhi to Agra.
Check into your accommodation and head out by auto rickshaw to visit the fabulous Agra Fort in the afternoon.
- Read about taking trains in India, visiting the Taj Mahal and what else to see in Agra.
- Travel by train.
#12050 GATIMAAN EXPRESS Departs daily except Friday from New Delhi (HZM) at 8:10am arriving to Agra Cantt (AGC) at 9:50am.
- Book the train Delhi to Agra online from 12GoAsia.com.
- Stay overnight at Aman Homestay, Agra.
DAY 4 – AGRA TO JAIPUR – Taj Mahal; Train to Jaipur
Wake up before sunrise to visit the famous Taj Mahal and beat the crowds for a unique tour without rush around this marvellous beauty.
Return to the homestay for a cooked breakfast and pack your bags ready for the next train adventure this afternoon, departing to Jaipur.
Go straight to your accommodation – a traditional Haveli-style family hotel – by auto rickshaw.
You arrive in time for a delicious home-cooked and typical Rajasthani dinner at the Haveli!
- Read about the trains in India and about Jaipur, Rajasthan.
- Travel by train and auto-rickshaw.
#22988 AF AII SF EXP departs Agra Fort (AF) at 14:40h arriving to Jaipur (JP) at 18:45h with a travel time of 4h 5mins.
- Book the train Jaipur online from 12GoAsia.com.
- Stay overnight in traditional Haveli, Jaipur.
DAY 5 – JAIPUR – Rickshaw tour of Jaipur
Book a rickshaw for the day to zip around the amazing sights of Jaipur.
Start in the morning with Albert Hall Museum first, then see the amazing Jal Mahal (Water Palace), Jaipur City Palace, Observatory, Amber Fort and Stepwell.
- Read about all the best things to do in Jaipur.
- Travel by auto rickshaw.
Get picked up from the train station by driver Raja Rabbani and tour Jaipur by rickshaw. Contact Raja on WhatsApp +91 9928130309.
- Stay overnight in traditional Haveli, Jaipur.
DAY 6 – JAIPUR TO DELHI
Today it’s time to head back to Delhi. Get the morning Vande Bharat train and arrive in time for a rickshaw tour to south Delhi to see the impressive Kutab Minar tower and the beautiful Lotus Temple.
To finish the day, end with a shopping stop at Dilli Haat Market to get handicrafts, souvenirs and gifts from your India experience.
- Eat dinner tonight at Lazeez Affaire in Connaught Place.
- Travel by train and auto rickshaw.
#20977 VANDE BHARAT departs Jaipur (JP) at 7:50h arriving to Delhi Cantt (DEC) at 11:30h with a travel time of 3h 40mins.
Tour Delhi by autorickshaw with driver Sunny +91 95997 59259.
- Book the train to Delhi online from 12GoAsia.com.
- Stay overnight in a hotel, Delhi.
DAY 7 – DELHI – Departure
We hope this has given you a great introduction to one week in India.
- See the full One Week Golden Triangle Itinerary with recommendations on how to spend your time in each place and how to get around.
Continue for a second, two week itinerary option below.
INDIA ITINERARY #2 – Two Weeks in India
Two weeks in India is stepping it up with the destinations and places that can be covered in the one itinerary.
Some of the city destinations from Itinerary #1 are the same, though the addition of Jaisalmer, Jodhpur and Udaipur means arriving to Jaipur and Agra from a different direction.
See the summary itinerary and full details below for how to get between destinations with two weeks in India.
Summary – 2 Week Itinerary
See your complete adventure below.
- Day 1 – Delhi – Arrival
- Day 2 – Delhi – Old Delhi
- Day 3 – Jaisalmer – Flight
- Day 4, 5 – Jaisalmer – Camel Safari
- Day 6 – Jodhpur – Bus
- Day 7 – Jodhpur
- Day 8 – Udaipur – Car
- Day 9 – Udaipur
- Day 10 – Jaipur – Train
- Day 11 – Jaipur
- Day 12 – Agra – Train
- Day 13 – Agra – Taj Mahal
- Day 14 – Delhi
Highlights – 2 Week Itinerary
- Sunrise at Taj Mahal
- Agra Fort
- Baby Taj and viewpoint
- Old Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi
- Blue City walking tour in Jodhpur
- Jaisalmer Fort
- Camel Safari in Thar Desert
- Pink City rickshaw tour
- Amber Fort and Stepwell
- Vande Bharat superfast train
- Udaipur City Palace
- Boat ride on Lake Pichola, Udaipur
DAY 1 – 2 – DELHI – Arrival and tour of Old Delhi
Arrival and check into your hotel in Delhi for a first evening meal on-site.
On Day 2, take a tour by auto-rickshaw for the day to old Delhi. See the historic Jama Masjid mosque, the busy Chandni Chowk marketplace and Red Fort.
Enjoy lunch in Chandni Chowk and spend the afternoon visiting Humayun’s Tomb and the beautiful Lodi Gardens.
- Stay overnight (2 nights) in hotel in Delhi.
DAY 3 – JAISALMER – Flight Delhi to Jaisalmer
Taxi to the domestic airport for a midday flight to Jaisalmer.
Transfer by Jeep to your accommodation in time for a lassi on the rooftop of your guesthouse overlooking Jaisalmer Fort.
Take a wander into the village for a first look at a quieter, more rural India. Then walk up inside the Fort or see the sunset at Gadisar Lake before dinner at the guesthouse.
- Read all the things to do in Jaisalmer and local food to try.
- Travel by plane and Jeep.
Flight Delhi to Jaisalmer (flights operate Oct – March) then transfer by Jeep to your accommodation.
- Stay overnight at Wanderlust Guesthouse, Jaisalmer.
DAY 4, 5 – JAISALMER – Overnight Camel Safari in the Thar Desert
Trek on camels from the village into the sunset and enjoy dinner cooked over the campfire in the sand dunes and sleep (literally) underneath the stars.
- Read everything you need to know about an overnight camel safari in Jaisalmer.
- Travel by Jeep to the desert.
Approx 1.5 hours from Jaisalmer.
- Stay overnight in the Thar Desert sleeping underneath the stars.
After sunrise and breakfast in the desert return by camel to the nearby village and back again by Jeep to Jaisalmer.
Enjoy a relaxed lunch back at your guesthouse (and a shower after the desert). Take a late afternoon walking tour of Jaisalmer Fort.
- Read about the things to do in Jaisalmer and what to see in Jaisalmer Fort.
- Travel by Jeep back from the desert.
- Stay overnight at Wanderlust Guesthouse, Jaisalmer.
DAY 6 – JODHPUR – Bus Jaisalmer to Jodhpur
Depart mid-late morning from Jaisalmer. The bus takes around 5 – 6 hours to Jodhpur.
- Read about the bus from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur.
- Stay overnight at Raj Mandir Boutique Homestay, Jodhpur.
DAY 7 – JODHPUR
Take a morning tour with Blue City Walks to explore the old city of Jodhpur and see the historic Mehrangarh Fort, the famous stepwell and colourful Hindu temples and shrines dotted around the streets and courtyards of the Blue City.
In the afternoon visit the colour bazaars of the old city or take a cooking class.
- Travel on foot and by autorickshaw.
Take a rickshaw to start the walking tour from Mehrangarh Fort.
- Stay overnight at Raj Mandir Boutique Homestay, Jodhpur.
DAY 8 – UDAIPUR – Car from Jodhpur to Udaipur
The travel time from Jodhpur to Udaipur is around five hours by car.
Stop on the way to visit Kumbhalgarh Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the largest forts in India.
- Read about things to do in Udaipur.
- Travel by car.
Book a driver and car through your accommodation in Jodhpur.
- Stay overnight in a hotel, Udaipur.
DAY 9 – UDAIPUR
Take a walk through the old city and explore the lakefront of Pichola Lake.
Visit the City Palace and Museum and enjoy a boat trip out to Jagmandir Island before finishing the day with dinner at the waterfront Ambrai Restaurant.
- Read about Udaipur and the best things to do.
- Travel on foot, by boat and autorickshaw.
- Stay overnight in a hotel, Udaipur.
DAY 10 – JAIPUR – Train Udaipur to Jaipur
Take the early morning train from Udaipur. Have some rest time this afternoon if you need it. Or get a rickshaw out to visit the beautiful Hawa Mahal – the Wind Palace of Jaipur.
- Read about traveling by train in India.
- Travel by superfast train.
#20979 VANDE BHARAT departs Udaipur (UDZ) at 7:50am arriving to Jaipur (JP) at 14:10pm on Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun with a travel time of 6.5 hours.
- Book the train to Jaipur online.
- Stay overnight in traditional Haveli, Jaipur.
DAY 11 – JAIPUR
Enjoy a day tour of Jaipur today by auto-rickshaw to see the Jal Mahal (Water Palace), Jantar Mantar (Observatory), Albert Hall Museum, City Palace, Amber Fort and Stepwell, Hindu temples and Akbar’s Masjid (Mosque).
- Read about things to do in Jaipur.
- Travel by auto rickshaw.
Get picked up from the train station by driver Raja Rabbani and tour Jaipur by rickshaw. Contact Raja on WhatsApp +91 9928130309.
- Stay overnight in traditional Haveli, Jaipur.
DAY 12 – AGRA – Train Jaipur to Agra
Get the morning train from Jaipur to Agra.
Arrive in Agra and transfer by rickshaw to your homestay in time for a late lunch.
After some rest, take a rickshaw out to Agra Fort or stay back for a unique Indian cooking class and make your own Indian meal for dinner.
- Read how to take the train from Jaipur to Agra.
- Travel by train.
#22987 AII AGRA FORT SF EXPRESS Departs daily from Jaipur (JP) at 8:10am arriving at Agra Fort (AF) at 12:45pm taking 4hrs 35mins.
- Book the train Jaipur to Agra online.
- Stay overnight at Aman Homestay, Agra.
DAY 13 – AGRA – Sunrise at Taj Mahal and train Agra to Delhi
Begin today with the most famous wonder of this two weeks in India: the Taj Mahal! Wake up before sunrise and visit the Taj Mahal.
Return to the homestay for a cooked breakfast with the option to rest until checkout time or head out again by rickshaw to visit the brilliant Baby Taj and Mehtab Bagh and viewpoint to the Taj Mahal across the Yamuna River.
Take an afternoon train back to Delhi.
- Read about taking the train Agra to Delhi.
- Travel by train.
GATIMAAN EXP #12049 Departs from Agra Cantt (AGC) at 17:50h arriving at Hazrat Nizamuddin (NZM) at 19:30h taking 1hr 40mins.
- Book the train to Delhi online from 12GoAsia.com.
- Stay overnight in a hotel, Delhi.
DAY 14 – DELHI – Tour of South and New Delhi
Make the most of the last day with a day tour of Delhi by rickshaw.
Visit the Ghandi Museum, Qutab Minar or the Sikh Gurudwara or go further from the old city to the Lotus Temple or Akshardham Hindu temple and museum.
If you are staying near Connaught Place or Paharganj take the chance to explore Main Bazaar on your doorstep for any last minute shopping and souvenirs. Otherwise make a stop at Dilli Haat Market for the best souvenir shopping in Delhi!
Enjoy one last dinner in Delhi in Connaught Place.
- Read about the top things to do in Delhi and see our detailed 1-, 2- or 3-Day Delhi itinerary.
- Travel by auto rickshaw.
Get around Delhi with driver Sunny. Contact him on WhatsApp +91 95997 59259 before you arrive in India with dates for tours and transport in Delhi.
- Stay overnight in hotel in Delhi.
We hope this has given you a fantastic two weeks in India!
- See the Detailed 2 Week India Itinerary with recommendations on how to spend your time in each place and how to get around.
And continue for a third, three week itinerary option below.
INDIA ITINERARY #3 – Three Weeks in India
This itinerary for three weeks in India includes some of India’s most famous places to visit as well as some hidden gems.
There are palaces and forts and colourful flower markets and bazars as well as world famous sights, deserts and camels and train journeys to take.
See the Golden City of Jaisalmer, sleep underneath the stars on camel safari in the Thar Desert. Walk through the colourful flower markets of Jaipur and see the history of the Maharaja. Visit the Taj Mahal in Uttar Pradesh and the famous River Ganges of Varanasi. And journey back to the bustle of Delhi on one of India’s most famous trains.
Here is the outline itinerary. To see the full details check out our Ultimate 3 Weeks in India Itinerary.
Summary – 3 Week Itinerary
See your complete adventure below.
- Day 1 – Delhi – Arrival
- Day 2 – Delhi – Old Delhi
- Day 3 – Jaisalmer – Flight
- Day 4, 5, 6 – Jaisalmer – Camel Safari
- Day 7 – Jodhpur – Bus
- Day 8 – Jodhpur
- Day 9 – Udaipur – Car
- Day 10 – Udaipur
- Day 11 – Jaipur – Train
- Day 12, 13 – Jaipur
- Day 14 – Agra – Train
- Day 15 – Agra – Taj Mahal
- Day 16 – Varanasi – Flight
- Day 17, 18 – Varanasi
- Day 19, 20 – Delhi – Train
- Day 21 – Delhi – Departure
Highlights – 3 Week Itinerary
Enjoy the buzz and colours of Old Delhi, the bazars and markets and the iconic sites of the Mughal Empire.
Sleep underneath the stars on camel safari in the desert of Rajasthan and share in the love story of the Taj Mahal and Rajasthan’s many famous forts.
DAY 1 – 14 – Delhi, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Jaipur and Agra
The first 14 days of this itinerary for three weeks in India is almost exactly the same as the itinerary for two weeks above.
The only difference up to this point is the addition of one extra day in Jaisalmer after the overnight camel safari in the Thar Desert. This means you have a full day to explore the Golden City and can include a morning tour of Jaisalmer Fort and a lunch in a family home.
- Read more about Jaisalmer and Jaisalmer Fort.
DAY 15 – AGRA – Taj Mahal at sunrise
Wake up early to visit the incredible Taj Mahal at sunrise.
Return to your homestay for a cooked breakfast and relax for a couple of hours. In the mid-afternoon take an auto-rickshaw to see the Baby Taj, Metabh Bagh and the sunset from the Taj Mahal viewpoint over the Yamuna River.
- Read everything you need to know before visiting the Taj Mahal and other things to do in Agra.
- Travel by auto rickshaw.
Book a rickshaw through the homestay for an early pickup to the Taj Mahal.
- Stay overnight at Aman Homestay, Agra.
DAY 16 – VARANASI – Flight Agra to Varanasi
Fly today from Agra to Varanasi. The city has its own airport with daily flights to and from Agra.
- Options for Day 15 – 16 mean you could travel from Agra to Varanasi by overnight train, departing in the evening of Day 15 and arriving in the morning on Day 16.
DAY 17 – 18 – VARANASI
The historic city of Varanasi is a powerful place to experience. Enjoy a dawn boat ride on the river and witness devotees bathing, meditating and performing ancient rituals as the sun rises.
Take a walking tour to hear the stories that match the incredible sights, sounds and smells of Varanasi and see the burning Ghats operating day and night with rituals of public cremation.
With 2 days in Varanasi you have time to take a day trip in the afternoon to visit Sarnath, where Buddha gave his first sermon some 2500 years ago.
- Read about the unique things to do in Varanasi.
- Travel by boat, taxi and on foot.
Explore the old city on a walking tour and take a boat ride down the River Ganges.
- Stay overnight in a hotel, Varanasi.
DAY 19 – DELHI – Fly or train Varanasi to Delhi
Opt for a morning flight back to Delhi or an afternoon train.
The Vande Bharat fast train is comfortable and departs in the afternoon from Varanasi Junction (BSB) arriving late at night to New Delhi (NDLS).
- Travel by train or flight.
#22435 VANDE BHARAT Departs daily except Thursday from Varanasi Junction (BSB) at 15:00h arriving at New Delhi Railway Station (NDLS) at 23:00h taking 8hrs.
- Book the train Varanasi to Delhi online.
- Stay overnight in hotel, Delhi.
DAY 20 – 21 – DELHI – Tour New Delhi and Delhi Markets
Visit the Ghandi Museum or go further from the old city to see the Lotus Temple or Akshardham Hindu temple.
Take the chance to explore Main Bazaar or Dilli Haat Market for any last minute shopping and souvenirs and enjoy one last dinner in Connaught Place.
- Read about the top things to do in Delhi.
- Travel by auto rickshaw.
Get around Delhi with driver Sunny. Contact him on WhatsApp +91 95997 59259 before you arrive in India with dates for tours and transport in Delhi.
- Stay overnight in hotel, Delhi.
Fly home from Delhi.
- See the full Ultimate Three Week India Itinerary with recommendations on how to spend your time in each place.
INDIA ITINERARY #4 – Four Weeks in India
One month or four weeks in India is an amazing amount of time to cover a lot of ground and to experience the varied states.
I suggest spending the month in North India where distances and modes of transport between the states and cities is more manageable.
This itinerary for four weeks in India is similar to the above three week itinerary, but adds in three more fascinating cities:
- Pushkar (Rajasthan)
- Ajmer (Rajasthan)
- Amritsar (Punjab)
Here are the details below with tips for connecting trains between the additional cities and the highlights of each new place.
Summary – 4 Weeks in India
See your complete adventure below.
- Day 1 – 2 – Delhi
- Day 3 – Jaisalmer – Flight
- Day 4, 5, 6 – Jaisalmer – Camel Safari
- Day 7 – Jodhpur – Bus
- Day 8 – Jodhpur
- Day 9 – Udaipur – Car
- Day 10 – Udaipur
- Day 11 – Ajmer/Pushkar
- Day 12, 13 – Pushkar
- Day 14 – Jaipur – Train
- Day 15, 16 – Jaipur
- Day 17 – Agra – Train
- Day 18 – Agra – Taj Mahal
- Day 19 – Varanasi – Flight
- Day 20, 21 – Varanasi
- Day 22 – Delhi – Train
- Day 23, 24 – Delhi
- Day 25 – Amritsar – Train
- Day 26, 27 – Amritsar
- Day 28 – Delhi – Departure
DAY 1 – 10 – Delhi, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur
The first 10 days of this four week India itinerary are the same as the above for three weeks in India.
DAY 11 – PUSHKAR – Train Udaipur to Ajmer
Today take a fast train from Udaipur to Ajmer, also in Rajasthan.
The final destination for tonight is Pushkar but as there is no railway station you need to connect from Udaipur to Ajmer and then transfer up and over the hills by taxi.
A taxi from Ajmer to Pushkar only takes around 30 – 40 minutes.
- Read about Ajmer (and why we don’t recommend staying there) plus the unique things to do in Pushkar.
- Travel by superfast train.
#20979 VANDE BHARAT EXP departs daily except Tuesday from Udaipur (UDZ) at 07:50am and arrives to Ajmer (AII) at 12:05pm taking 4 hours and 15 mins.
- Book the train Udaipur to Ajmer online.
- Stay overnight in Pushkar.
DAY 12 – 13 – PUSHKAR
Pushkar is small in size and the seemingly lack of tourist-dedicated things to do in Pushkar make it even more attractive.
Take a couple of days relaxing in Pushkar and exploring this historic smaller city.
- Read about the things to do in Pushkar.
- Stay in a hotel in Pushkar.
DAY 14 – AJMER TO JAIPUR – Train to Jaipur
Take the fast train again today, this time from Ajmer to Jaipur.
First get a taxi back from Pushkar to the railway station in Ajmer. And, if you take an afternoon train to Jaipur you can have lunch first (recommended) at Mango Masala Restaurant in Ajmer.
On arrival to Jaipur, arrange a pick-up by auto-rickshaw and transfer to your accommodation – a traditional Haveli – for the next three nights.
- Travel by train and taxi.
AII AF INTERCITY #12196 Departs daily from Ajmer (AII) at 14:55pm arriving to Jaipur (JP) at 16:50pm taking 1 hour 55 mins.
- Book the train Ajmer to Jaipur online.
- Stay overnight in a traditional Haveli, Jaipur.
DAY 15 – 16 – JAIPUR
Enjoy two days in Jaipur exploring by auto-rickshaw.
See the Jal Mahal (Water Palace), Jantar Mantar (Observatory), Albert Hall Museum, City Palace, Amber Fort and Stepwell, Hindu temples and Akbar’s Masjid (Mosque).
- Read about things to do in Jaipur.
- Travel by auto rickshaw.
Get picked up from the train station by driver Raja Rabbani and tour Jaipur by rickshaw. Contact Raja on WhatsApp +91 9928130309.
- Stay overnight in traditional Haveli, Jaipur.
DAY 17 – 18 – AGRA
Take a daytime train from Jaipur to Agra arriving in time to check in to your homestay, rest and then take a rickshaw to the amazing Agra Fort before sunset.
- Read how to take the train from Jaipur to Agra.
- Travel by train.
#22987 AII AGRA FORT SF EXPRESS Departs daily from Jaipur (JP) at 8:10am arriving at Agra Fort (AF) at 12:45pm taking 4hrs 35mins.
- Book the train Jaipur to Agra online.
- Stay overnight at Aman Homestay, Agra.
Start early the next morning for sunrise at the wonderous Taj Mahal.
Return to the homestay for a cooked breakfast and then in the afternoon explore the markets, Baby Taj and Mehtab Bagh Gardens.
- Read everything about visiting the Taj Mahal and other things to do in Agra.
- Travel by auto rickshaw.
Book a rickshaw through the homestay for an early pickup to the Taj Mahal.
- Stay overnight at Aman Homestay, Agra.
DAY 19 – 24 – VARANASI AND DELHI
The next days are as the itinerary for three weeks in India above.
Fly from Agra to Varanasi and spend the next two day’s exploring the historic and sacred River Ganges.
Return by train or flight to Delhi. Tour South Delhi and New Delhi by auto-rickshaw.
DAY 25 – DELHI TO AMRITSAR
Spend the morning at Akshardham Hindu Temple or visit the Gandhi Museum. (Or take a well-deserved rest morning if you would rather!).
In the afternoon, take the Vande Bharat fast train from Delhi to Amritsar, arriving late in the evening.
- Read about the Vande Bharat Express Delhi to Amritsar.
- Travel by superfast train.
- Stay overnight at the Hyatt Regency, Amritsar.
DAY 26 – 27 – AMRITSAR
Tour the fabulously holy city for Sikhism in the north of Punjab. Visit the beautiful Golden Temple and volunteer in the world’s largest community kitchen at the temple.
In the afternoon take a taxi to see the strange-but-famous Wagah Border Ceremony between the soldiers of India and Pakistan at the border.
- Read all about Amritsar, the Golden Temple and the Wagah Border Ceremony.
- Travel by taxi and auto-rickshaw.
- Stay overnight at the Hyatt Regency, Amritsar.
DAY 28 – AMRITSAR TO DELHI – Train
Bid an early farewell to Punjab and take the fast train back from Amritsar to Delhi.
- See the detailed options of Five Unique Itineraries For 3 – 4 Weeks In India.
Have more time in India?
Here are some other itinerary ideas for planning an epic trip in India.
- Ultimate 1 Week Golden Triangle Itinerary: Two Options.
- 10 Day Rajasthan India Itinerary.
- 10 Day Punjab India to Pakistan Itinerary.
- 5 Days in Kerala, South India.
- Ultimate 3 Week India Itinerary.
- 2-Day Detailed Varanasi Itinerary.
- The Perfect One Day in Delhi Itinerary.
Accommodation we recommend in Uttar Pradesh
- Delhi (Airport) / Mid-Range: Taurus Sarovar Portico
Large hotel only a few km’s from Delhi International Airport with buffet breakfast included and a restaurant onsite.
- South Delhi / Mid-Range: Haveli Hauz Khas
A homestay style Haveli in the popular Hauz Khas area of South Delhi.
- New Delhi / Mid-Range-Luxury: Shangri La’s Eros Hotel
The hotel has a few in house restaurants, including the signature Shang Palace and Sorrento. There’s also a gym, an outdoor pool and a spa.
- New Delhi / Budget: Smyle Inn
Extremely basic hotel in small back alley but with very friendly, helpful staff and simple breakfast included. Just off Main Bazaar.
- Agra / Budget-Mid: Aman Homestay
Friendly family-run homestay with rooftop views of The Taj Mahal. Great rickshaw driver service and home cooked meals. We stay here with our Group Trips to India.
- Agra / Budget-Mid: The Coral House Homestay by the Taj
Only 700 metres from Taj Mahal with a relaxing homestay feel, comfortable common areas with dinner and breakfast option. We really enjoyed staying here.
- Agra / Mid-Luxury: Hotel Taj Resorts
Beautiful resort style accommodation only 600 metres from the Taj. Enjoy the incredible restaurant on-site and refreshing swimming pool.
- Varanasi / Budget-Mid: Hotel Temple of Ganges
Simple rooms with options for triple/family accommodation. Close to Assi Ghat with rooftop views to the River Ganges.
Accommodation we recommend in Rajasthan
- Jaipur / Mid-Range: Jaipur Haveli
We stay here on our India Group Trips. It is an incredible old Haveli home in heart of Jaipur with beautiful rooms and friendly staff and owners.
- Jaisalmer / Budget: The Wanderlust Guesthouse
AMAZING guest-house! We love staying here and can highly recommend. Great rooms; rooftop restaurant overlooking the fort; awesome camel safaris!
- Bikaner / Budget: The Prince Haveli
Old Haveli lovingly restored in the centre of the old city. Basic accommodation, but the rooms are comfortable, and it is an affordable way to experience a traditional Haveli in Bikaner.
- Jodhpur / Budget: Raj Mandir Boutique Homestay
Good location in Blue City, spacious room with small balcony inside Haveli style home. Tiny little doors, lots of unique decor and artefacts.
Tips for travel planning to India and beyond
These are the companies we use while traveling fulltime as a family and that we would recommend to anyone planning and booking travel.
- Booking.com – The best all-around accommodation booking site that constantly provides the cheapest and lowest rates. They have the widest selection of budget accommodation and it’s easy to filter and sort into price and availability with all the extras you are looking for personally.
- 12GoAsia – Book trains anywhere in Asia through 12Go.
- Skyscanner– This is by far our favourite flight search engine. They are able to search small websites and budget airlines that larger search sites often miss. We book all our flights through Skyscanner.
- GetYourGuide– Get Your Guide is a huge online marketplace for tours and excursions offered all around the world including everything from walking tours, to street-food tours, cooking classes, desert safari’s and more!
- SafetyWing – A global travel insurance that covers people from all over the world while outside their home country. You can buy it short or longterm; and even if you are out of the country.
- World Nomads – Travel insurance tailored for longterm travel and nomads (including those who have already left home). Make sure you have travel insurance before traveling to India!
