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20 Days North & South India Monuments Tour
19 Nights / 20 Days
Delhi – Jaipur – Agra – Jodhpur –
Udaipur – Aurangabad – Mumbai – Madurai – Chettinad – Tanjore – Trichy – Mahabalipuram –
Kanchipuram – Chennai
Tour Overview
This 20-day North & South India Monuments Tour gives you a complete journey through India’s historic heart, sacred landscapes and architectural wonders. From the Mughal masterpieces of Delhi and Agra to the royal palaces of Rajasthan, and from ancient cave temples in Aurangabad to the grand Dravidian temples of Tamil Nadu, the itinerary covers India’s most iconic cultural and heritage landmarks.
Tour Highlights:
- Explore Delhi’s Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar and Lotus Temple.
- Visit Jaipur’s Amber Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal.
- Experience the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri.
- Visit Jodhpur’s Mehrangarh Fort and blue city lanes.
- Udaipur sightseeing with City Palace, Lake Pichola boat ride and Saheliyon ki Bari.
- Explore Ranakpur Jain Temples and Kumbhalgarh Fort.
- Visit UNESCO Ajanta & Ellora Caves near Aurangabad.
- Discover Madurai’s Meenakshi Temple and Chettinad mansions.
- Explore Tanjore’s Brihadeshwara Temple and Trichy Rock Fort.
- Visit Kanchipuram Temples and Mahabalipuram Shore Temple.
- End the journey in Chennai with Marina Beach & Fort St. George.
Detailed Itinerary
Arrive in Delhi, meet our representative and transfer to the hotel. Afternoon visit to the National Museum. Evening at leisure followed by dinner. Overnight in Delhi.
Full-day Delhi tour covering Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Qutub Minar, India Gate, Parliament House, President’s House and Lotus Temple. Return to hotel. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Fly to Khajuraho. Afternoon sightseeing of the famous temples known for their remarkable sculptures and architecture. Overnight stay in Khajuraho.
Drive to Jhansi to board the train to Agra. Enroute visit Orchha’s historic sites including Jahangir Mahal. Arrive Agra in the evening. Overnight stay in Agra.
Sightseeing of Agra including Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Itmad-ud-Daulah and Dayal Bagh. Evening free. Overnight stay in Agra.
Drive to Jaipur. Enroute explore Fatehpur Sikri including Buland Darwaza, Panch Mahal and Salim Chishti Dargah. Arrive Jaipur and rest at hotel. Overnight stay in Jaipur.
Visit Amber Fort in the morning followed by City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal in the afternoon. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Jaipur.
Drive to Jodhpur. Arrive and check in at your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Jodhpur.
Visit Mehrangarh Fort, Sheesh Mahal, Moti Mahal, Phool Mahal and the old blue-city lanes. Overnight stay in Jodhpur.
Drive to Udaipur with stops at Ranakpur Jain Temples and Kumbhalgarh Fort. Arrive Udaipur and relax. Overnight stay in Udaipur.
Visit City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Sahelion ki Bari and enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola. Overnight stay at Udaipur.
Fly to Mumbai, then connect to Aurangabad. Arrive and check in at hotel. Evening free. Overnight stay in Aurangabad.
Full-day excursion to Ajanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing Buddhist art and murals dating from 200 BC to 650 AD. Return to Aurangabad. Overnight stay.
Morning tour of Ellora Caves including Kailasha Temple. Later fly to Mumbai. Overnight stay in Mumbai.
Fly to Madurai. Afternoon visit to Meenakshi Temple and surrounding complex. Overnight stay in Madurai.
Excursion to Chettinad to explore traditional mansions, palaces and cuisine. Return to Madurai for overnight stay.
Drive to Tanjore. Visit Brihadeshwara Temple and Thanjavur Palace. Continue to Trichy and visit Rock Fort Temple. Overnight stay in Trichy.
Take a morning train to Chennai. Visit Marina Beach, St. Thomas Basilica, National Art Gallery and Fort St. George. Overnight stay in Chennai.
Full-day excursion to Kanchipuram temples and Mahabalipuram (Shore Temple & Five Rathas). Return to Chennai for overnight stay.
Morning free for shopping. Farewell dinner arranged before transfer to the airport for flight to Delhi or onward destination. Tour ends with warm memories.
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Package Details & Booking Terms
- Complete ground arrangements in India as specified in the confirmed itinerary.
- Accommodation on double/twin sharing at the selected hotels.
- Breakfasts and other meals specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for airport transfers, intercity travel and sightseeing.
- Professional driver with fuel, tolls, parking and driver allowance.
- Domestic flights, train tickets, activities, entrance fees and guides when specifically included in final itinerary.
- Meet-and-assist service on arrival and departure, as mentioned in the itinerary.
- All Gov't taxes are included.
- International airfare, visa fees and travel insurance.
- Flights, trains or road journeys not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Meals, entrance fees, permits, camera charges and guides unless included.
- Personal expenses, tips and medical or emergency evacuation costs.
- Expenses caused by weather, cancellations, illness, roadblocks or other circumstances beyond our control.
- Hotels, transport and activities are subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
- Hotel check-in and check-out times apply as per individual hotel policy.
- Child rates, extra beds and complimentary stays depend on the confirmed hotel’s policy.
- Sightseeing may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, local restrictions or monument closures.
- The final written quotation will confirm the exact inclusions, exclusions and services.
- A 40% deposit is required to confirm your booking.
- The balance is payable 15 days before the tour or upon arrival in India, if agreed in advance.
- Payments must be made using the official bank or secure payment details provided by Tusk Travel.
- International transfer, card-processing and currency-conversion charges are payable by the traveller.
- 60 days or more before arrival: 10% cancellation charge.
- 59–30 days before arrival: 20% cancellation charge.
- 29–15 days before arrival: 25% cancellation charge.
- 14–8 days before arrival: 50% cancellation charge.
- 7 days or less before arrival, or no-show: 100% cancellation charge (no refund).
- Issued flight, train, permit and special-event bookings may be non-refundable.
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