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Icons of India: The Taj, Tigers & Beyond with Mumbai, Varanasi & Kathmandu
16 day tour from Mumbai to Kathmandu
Tour Operator
Globus
Departures
Oct 11, 2025
–
Oct 24, 2026
Prices From
$5,219
Small groups lead to big experiences on this Small Group Discovery tour. Start your journey in bustling Mumbai. Experience its tiffin lunch box delivery system and visit the former residence of Mahatma Gandhi. Next, travel to Varanasi, the holiest of Hindu pilgrim cities, to observe the striking Ganga Aarti on the ghats leading down to the sacred Ganges River. Witness the symbol of eternal devotion with a sunrise visit to the magnificent Taj Mahal, one of the New7Wonders of the World. Here, Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan enlisted the help of more than 20,000 workers and 1,000 elephants to erect a
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
ARRIVE IN MUMBAI, INDIA
Hello, Mumbai Welcome to Mumbai, a multicultural metropolis with a vibrant history—now India’s premier seaport and home to the “Bollywood” movie industry.
Day 2
MUMBAI
Magical Mumbai Join your Local Guide for an orientation of some of the city’s famous sites, including Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and the Gateway of India. Then, stop to see a traditional Dhobi Ghat (open-air laundromat) and visit Mani Bhavan, the former residence of Mahatma Gandhi. After lunch, enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure. (B,L) Please note: You will meet your Tour Director on day 5 in Delhi.
Day 3
MUMBAI–VARANASI
Packed Lunches & Loyal Pilgrimages Today, witness Mumbai’s tiffin lunch box delivery system. Later this afternoon, fly to Varanasi, the holiest of Hindu pilgrim cities. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHT LUNCH BOX HEROES Each weekday dabbawalas (box carriers) deliver thousands of home-cooked lunches to people at work. Using a simple coding system of colors, numbers, and letters, deliveries are made with nearly 100% accuracy. Watch and learn about this fascinating process starting at Churchgate Station where the dabbawalas transfer the boxes onto local trains for distribution. Ride on one of the trains to Maha
Day 4
VARANASI
Sacred Rituals Near dawn, join your Local Guide and board a boat and watch a meaningful religious ritual—the Hindus’ devotional bathing in the Ganges. You’ll observe hundreds of pilgrims gathered at the river’s edge, practicing yoga or meditation. Return to your hotel for breakfast and time at leisure. Early this evening, witness the Ganga Aarti (spiritual worship) on the ghats (steps) leading down to the sacred Ganges River. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHT FIRE & WATER Witness the light of ancient tradition as night descends on the Ganges River in Varanasi. Witness the devotional offerings made to the God
What's Included
Meals
Breakfast daily, 8 Lunches, 5 Dinners
Hotels
Mumbai
|
Taj President, Mumbai
Moderate Deluxe
Mumbai,
India
90 Cuffe Parade
90 Cuffe Parade
Free WiFi
Taj President, Mumbai exudes nostalgia combined with world-class service and hospitality. Strategically located, the hotel is close to all the major attractions and award winning restaurants. Guest rooms are crafted for the global traveler and are spacious and bright. Hotel Amenities include iconic restaurants, a stylish lounge bar and outdoor pool, making it an urban oasis.
Varanasi
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Radisson Hotel Varanasi
Delhi
|
Le Meridien New Delhi
Agra
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Grand Mercure, Agra
Ranthambore National Park
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The Tigriss Ranthambore
Jaipur
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Jaipur Marriott Hotel
Kathmandu
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Vivanta Kathmandu
Itinerary Dates & Prices
Start Date
End Date
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Start Date
Oct 11, 2025
End Date
Oct 26, 2025
Our Price
$6,033
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Start Date
Nov 29, 2025
End Date
Dec 14, 2025
Our Price
$6,033
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Start Date
Mar 14, 2026
End Date
Mar 29, 2026
Our Price
$5,219
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Start Date
Oct 10, 2026
End Date
Oct 25, 2026
Our Price
$5,349
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Start Date
Oct 24, 2026
End Date
Nov 08, 2026
Our Price
$5,349
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