Days 1-2 DelhiWelcome to India! Delhi is an eye-popping city to explore, with sights like the ancient Jama Masjid and the exuberant Old Delhi. Days 3-5 Jaisalmer/Thar DesertFrom Jaisalmer, head out into the Thar Desert on a camel safari. Days 6-7 JodhpurShop at one of the oldest markets in India. Jodhpur is widely known as the 'blue city' due to the vividly painted houses near Mehrangarh Fort, which is worth a visit. Days 8-10 UdaipurFall in love with Udaipur's Lake Palace and cluttered book shops. Days 11-12 PushkarVisit Pushkar and see India's only Brahma temple, shop up a storm in the bazaar or wander along the lakefront. Days 13-14 JaipurTravel to Jaipur and marvel at the golden facade of the Hawa Mahal or catch a Bollywood film. Day 15 BharatpurEscape the city with an optional visit to the Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary in Bharatpur. Days 16-17 AgraEnjoy an unforgettable visit to the majestic Taj Mahal in Agra. Days 18-20 VaranasiDiscover daily religious rites on the ghats of Varanasi. See the famous body of water that cuts a path through north-eastern India, the River Ganges. Day 21 KolkataSee a thousand contrasts in the 'City of Joy', Kolkata. Travel under the city's famous bridge on an optional boat tour or maybe visit the lively flower market. Day 22 ChennaiExperience an eclectic mix of traditional and modern culture in Chennai. Day 23 MamallapuramRelax by the beach in Mamallapuram or enjoy an optional visit to the World Heritage-listed 8th-century Shore Temple. Days 24-25 MaduraiThe heart of Tamil Nadu, Madurai hums with pilgrims, cycle-rickshaws and street markets. Days 26-27 VarkalaTravel to Varkala in Kerala and unwind in a cliff-top cafe overlooking the Arabian Sea. Day 28 Kerala Backwaters HomestayBoat along the Kerala backwaters and experience local culture during a homestay. Days 29-30 KochiThe tour continues to Kochi, an atmospheric melting pot of cultural influences. Days 31-32 MysoreDon't miss the Maharaja's Palace of Mysore, adorned with colourful mosaics and mirrors. Days 33-34 HampiExplore the ancient temple-spotted town of Hampi, nestled among strange rock formations. Days 35-36 GoaThe unplugged adventure comes to an end in Goa, India's popular beachside holiday destination. With palm-fringed beaches and a laid-back vibe, Goa is the ideal place to kick back, relax and recount the highlights of a memorable trip.
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