Day 1 DelhiStroll through the exuberant alleyways of Old Delhi and see the magnificent Jama Masjid. Day 2 AgraThis former Mughal capital is home to some impressive buildings, including the romantic Taj Mahal and massive Red Fort. Day 3 Karauli/Rural Heritage StayExplore the palaces and pavilions of the deserted Mughal kingdom of Fatehpur Sikri before enjoying a guided village walk. Stay at a royal palace and experience Karauli's rural ambience. Days 4-5 JaipurThe pink sandstone 'Palace of Winds', the enchanting Amber Fort and the lively streets of the walled old city make Jaipur a popular destination. Days 6-7 DelhiHead back to Delhi for another taste of the capital. The National Gandhi Museum is well worth a visit. Days 8-9 ShimlaA toy train snakes its way up the mountain to the colonial town of Shimla, where British viceroys once gathered to escape monsoonal heat. Check out a Bollywood movie at the local cinema or set out on a nature walk. Day 10 MandiExplore the riverside temples and ghats and get a taste of imperial life staying in a palace of the former Raja. Days 11-13 DharamsalaWith beautiful gardens and a range of on-site workshops, a visit to the Norbulingka Institute offers a chance to see the creation of traditional Tibetan art. Day 14 DalhousieSit back with a spicy chai and enjoy the views of the Himalayas and the deep valleys below. Day 15 KhajjiarTrek through forests to rest overnight in alpine Khajjiar. Days 16-18 Chamba ValleyContinue the trek to Chamba then experience traditional life as a guest of a local family on their mountainside farm. Days 19-20 AmritsarVisit the Sikh Golden Temple that sits in the middle of a sacred lake and resounds with holy chanting. Day 21 DelhiReturn to chaotic Delhi where this adventure ends.
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