Overview

Hello there! What you will find below is a recap of the itinerary we have followed for our 3 weeks trip in Northern India back in August 2023. We hope that it will inspire you to create your own exploration plan!

• Duration: 3 weeks
• Period: August
• Year: 2023
• Cost: approx. 50€/day per person (accommodation, food, visits & transports)

Highlights

Natural sites ⛰️

• Lake Pichola
• Thar Desert

Cities 🏙️

• New Delhi
• Agra
• Jaipur
• Udaipur
• Pushkar
• Jaisalmer
• Jodhpur
• Varanasi

Temples & Palaces 🛕

• Akshardham Temple
• Taj Mahal
• Lotus temple

Days 1 & 2 - New Delhi

Be prepared to experience the restless movement of India. Bustling markets, the chaotic but somehow ordered traffic, the calls of vendors, the pungent smells of sizzling street food...welcome to New Delhi! New Delhi is the capital city of India and one of the most populated cities of the world. It is located in the Uttar Pradesh state. A city full of history, culture and stories to be told. You will end up either loving or hating New Delhi, but in any case it will be an unforgettable experience.
New Delhi is in our opinion a great first place to start to immerse yourselves in this country and to get used to its rythms while still having the comforts of a big city. 2 days should be enough to explore it and below are our suggestions.

What to see in New Delhi

• India Gate: located in the city centre, this 42 metres archway commemorates Indian soldiers who lost their lives fighting during the World War I.
• Akshardham Temple: the World’s largest Hindu temple
• Humayun's tomb: this is a garden tomb site where you will find several graves of Mughal rulers. The architecture of the site is amazing.
• Jantar Mantar: Maharajah Sawaii Jai Singh II of Jaipur commissioned the construction of five different astronomical observatories (Jantar Mantars) and this is one of them. These are sites with different buildings and each of those served a specific function in astronomical observations. There is an entry fee for the Jantar Mantar.
  Information about opening hours and tickets here.
• Lotus Temple:

Days 3 & 4 - Agra

After some time on Java, it was time head to Bali. Bali is certainly the most well known and touristic island in Indonesia, often chosen by tourist choose as their unique destination for their travels to Indonesia. It is also a common destination for surfers and digital nomads. Bali is quite huge and offers many neighborhood and villages which can suit different vibes, from more relaxed places to more dynamic and party-friendly ones. We chose a quieter and relaxed area, Jimbaran. Jimbaran village is one of the many well known tourist destinations in southern Bali. We decided to stay here for some relax and for exploring its surroundings. As mentioned, Jimbaran is quite touristic so you will find all the necessary comforts to relax and you will be able to enjoy some beach life. We highly recommend grabbing some drinks and having an amazing dinner experience with your feet in the sand on the main Jimbaran beach, while enjoying a stunning sunset. At the Jimbaran beach there are plenty of bars and restaurants to choose from (Jimbaran is well known for its seafood!)

How to reach Bali from Yogyakarta?

What to see in Agra

• Agra Fort:
• Taj Mahal:
• Fatehpur Sikri:
• Sheroes Café:

Days 5 & 6 - Udaipur

What to see in Udaipur

• Lake Pichola & Jagmandir Palace:
• Dance show:
• City Palace:
• Jagdish Temple and Market:
• Bagore-Ki-Haveli:
• Ghats:

Days 7 & 8 - Pushkar

What to see in Pushkar

• Lake Pichola & Jagmandir Palace:
• Dance show:
• City Palace:
• Jagdish Temple and Market:
• Bagore-Ki-Haveli:
• Ghats:

Days 7 & 8 - Jaisalmer

What to see in Jaisalmer

• Thar desert: Kuldara. Camel ride. Do not forget to bring a poncho or rain jacket and a pair of sunglasses. During our tour we experienced first a very heavy sandstorm (it lasted approximately 10 minutes) and while we were doing a camel ride, it started raining heavily. Some tours offer overnight stays in tents. We preferred to go back to our hotel. Wee cooked chapatis.
• Jaisalmer Fort:
• Kothari's Patwon Ki Haveli / Patwa Haveli:
• Thar Eritage museum:

Days 9 & 10 - Jodhpur

What to see in Jodhpur

• Thar desert: Kuldara. Camel ride. Do not forget to bring a poncho or rain jacket and a pair of sunglasses. During our tour we experienced first a very heavy sandstorm (it lasted approximately 10 minutes) and while we were doing a camel ride, it started raining heavily. Some tours offer overnight stays in tents. We preferred to go back to our hotel. Wee cooked chapatis.
• Jaisalmer Fort:
• Kothari's Patwon Ki Haveli / Patwa Haveli:
• Thar Eritage museum:

Days 9 & 10 - Varanasi

What to see in Varanasi

• Thar desert: Kuldara. Camel ride. Do not forget to bring a poncho or rain jacket and a pair of sunglasses. During our tour we experienced first a very heavy sandstorm (it lasted approximately 10 minutes) and while we were doing a camel ride, it started raining heavily. Some tours offer overnight stays in tents. We preferred to go back to our hotel. Wee cooked chapatis.
• Jaisalmer Fort:
• Kothari's Patwon Ki Haveli / Patwa Haveli:
• Thar Eritage museum: