12 Days Spiritual India

Price from $3203 per person on twin sharing basis + Domestic flights from $297 per person

Delhi – Rishikesh – Chandigarh – Amritsar – Dharamshala – Delhi

See temples, sacred sites and beautiful cities on this tour. After exploring the historical capital city, witness the grand Aarti ceremony on the Ghats of River Ganges is one of the most stunning visual spectacles you will come across. Learn about the design of Chandigarh, India's best-planned city. Experience the Punjabi culture in the old city of Amritsar and visit the India Pakistan border for the lowering of the flag ceremony.

Itinerary

Day 1

Delhi

Arrive in Delhi and transfer to your hotel.

Day 2

Delhi (B)

Morning tour of Old Delhi visiting Jama Mosque, Red Fort and take a rickshaw ride through fabled Chandni Chowk. Afternoon visit to New Delhi visiting Humayun’s tomb, drive past Government Buildings, Connaught Place, Presidents House and India Gate.

Day 3

Delhi - Haridwar – Rishikesh (B)

This morning board the train to Haridwar. Assistance on arrival and transfer to the Hotel in Rishikesh. Evening witness the Grand Aarti ceremony on the Ghats of River Ganges in Rishikesh.

Day 4

Rishikesh (B)

Today enjoy an excursion to Rishikesh and explore the spiritual city. Visit Lakshman Jhula; the famous hanging bridge across the Ganges, and  Ram Jhula another suspended bridge close to Lakshman Jhula. Conclude the day with a visit to the various Ashrams on the banks of River Ganges.

Day 5

Rishikesh – Chandigarh (B)

Travel to Chandigarh, the best-planned city in India, with architecture which is world-renowned, and a quality of life, which is unparalleled. The afternoon is at leisure to explore the beautiful city.

Day 6

Chandigarh (B)

Embark on a city tour of Chandigarh visiting the Rose Garden with its 1,600 varieties of roses, Rock Garden spread over an area of forty-acres, it is completely built of industrial & home waste and throw-away items, and conclude the day with a visit to the beautiful Sukhna Lake that lies in the foothills of Shivalik.

Day 7

Chandigarh – Amritsar (B)

Drive to Amritsar, the home of the Sikh religion. The afternoon is at leisure to explore the heritage city.

Day 8

Amritsar (B)

Morning Visit Golden Temple-the most important Sikh shrine also known as Harimandir Sahib and Darbar Sahib followed by a visit to Jallianwala Bagh. In the afternoon, visit the Indo-Pakistan Wagah Border to watch Flag Retreat Ceremony.

Day 9

Amritsar – Dharamshala (B)

Today you drive to Dharamshala. Rest of the day at leisure.

Day 10

Dharamshala (B)

Explore Dharamshala this morning. Dharamshala is also known as the Land of Lamas, home to the largest Buddhist temple outside Tibet.

Day 11

Dharamshala – Delhi (B)

Transfer to Dharamshala airport to connect flight to Delhi. Transfer to your hotel.

Day 12

Departure Delhi

Depart or extend stay in India by choosing from various add on tours we offer.

Private program - can start any day of the week and can be customised

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Included: Accommodation in 4* Hotel, meals as shown above, transfers & sightseeing, local English speaking guides, entrance fees at monuments, current taxes

Prices quoted are valid till 30 September 2025. Cost above is indicative, based on Low Season in NZ Dollars and subject to change due to fluctuation in exchange rates. Please read T&C before booking. Call 09 410 5060 or 0508 EXOTIC (0508 396 842) or email info@exotic.net.nz for more information.