Monuments and National Parks

Mahindra Homestays have prepared this special seven day itinerary, which can be tailored to suit your requirements. Instead of sharing your experience with a large group of tourists you will be able to enjoy your own private tour using local drivers and staying with Indian families in their beautiful homestays. Enjoy their warm hospitality and delicious home cooked cuisine as they share local highlights that you won’t find in any guidebook. This itinerary combines fantastic value with responsible tourism.

Day 1: Delhi

On your arrival in Delhi you will be transferred to the Darshan Homestay where you will enjoy the warm hospitality of your hosts Col. Mohinder Walia and his wife, Sonia Walia in their sun-lit home. Suggested activities for the day include discovering the Indian art of Henna application, participating in an Indian cooking class or shopping in the local art and craft shopsVisit Old Delhi where you will see major attractions such as Jama Masjid and Red Fort. There are plenty of activities to enjoy here, how about shopping in the famous Chandni Chowk market? Or head to Raj Ghat – the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi and Shanti Vana – the cremation site of Jawahar Lal Nehru. Alternatively head towards historic sites such as India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhawan and Parliament House.

Day 2: Delhi

Spend your second day in Delhi exploring and discovering some of its most famous sites. Visit the Lotus Temple, Qutub Minar, Ladhi Garden and the Red Fort. Your own private driver will be available all day to take you to the sites you choose to visit.

Day 3: Agra

Travel from Delhi to Agra, home to India’s most iconic landmark the Taj Mahal. Make sure you also visit the Agra Fort and Itmad-ud-Daula’s Tomb. Once again your own personal driver will accompany you around the city. Spend the night at the delightful Garden Villa, where you can enjoy tea in their lovingly maintained garden.

Day 4: Agra

Visit India’s most iconic landmark the Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri. You can choose to have an evening cooking class with homestay owners with a traditional North Indian meal that you can then enjoy for dinner.

Day 5: Corbett

An early start to Corbett by road/train should get you there before lunch. Spend a relaxed afternoon and later take a jeep drive to the nearby jungle accompanied by your host at Camp Corbett. Come back sit with your hosts to enjoy some great tales they have to share on Jim Corbett and the national park. Jim Corbett National Park is a favourite getaway for explorers and wildlife lovers. The park houses many endangered species such as tigers, chital and sambar.

Day 6: Corbett

Day visit to Corbett National Park with a safari and some chances to spot the elusive tiger. Explore the landscape on a jeep or elephant safari and keep your camera ready with stunning panoramic views of the Shivalik and the Himalayas. The afternoon is free to go fishing. Take a cooking class and learn some Indian delicacies. A bonfire dinner is a perfect end to the day.

Day 7: Delhi

Drive back to Delhi and if you are up to it visit Delhi Haat, Chattarpur Mandir, Purana Qila, Bahai temple or take it light today and spend a relaxed evening at your homestay before flying back.

Your Monuments and National Parks includes:
Seven nights accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis. A private driver will be available for all ground transfers which includes airport pick up and drop off, inner city travel and sight seeing throughout the day. You will also be able to enjoy complimentary internet access, laundry services and tea or coffee anytime during the day as part of the package.

If you have any questions about making a booking please don't hesitate to get in touch with us. Our trained reservations team will be happy to help.

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Take a tour that is individually tailored for your needs and interests, promoting responsible tourism using local guides and staying in family homestays.

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