Solo-ish India

Welcome to India! Arrive before 2:00 pm and meet your G for Good arrival transfer from the airport. Then join your CEO and group for the evening adventure. After your welcome moment, we'll drive to a traditional Indian cooking class. Learn to make a dish full of flavor and spices, get to know your fellow Solo-ish travellers, then sit down to enjoy your creation together. A G family dinner!

Meals included: Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Food is a universal language, and there's no better way to get to know a new friend, or a new community, than by breaking bread together and digging in to a delicious meal. And there's arguably no better way to start your time in India than with great food! Learn about Indian spices, knead the bread and laugh as you get to know your new friends. After you cook, join your group for a feast of the foods you just made together.Activity - Transfer by a G Adventures-supported project, Women With Wheels. This program provides safe and reliable transport for travellers, while providing a dignified livelihood for local women who once lacked financial opportunities.Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - Hotel Cabana GK1

Wake early this morning to beat the crowds of the bustling city of Delhi and head out for a walking tour. Following your amazing CEO, start from the famed India Gate and walk to the impressive President's House. Then head to the Agrasen Bawli Step Well, followed by a South Indian breakfast. Try staples of the cuisine like savory crepes with spiced potato filling, steamed rice cakes and various homemade chutneys. Pass the dishes and spread some laughter! Afterwards, take a tour of Old Delhi, visiting famed spots like Kinnari Bazaar, Jama Masjid and Bangla Sahib Gurdwara, Delhi's most important Sikh temple.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - With your incredible CEO at the helm, get to know the local community and your Solo-ish travel mates on a day packed full of interesting and engaging adventures. Start by walking the tree lined street known as the King's Path or Kartavya Path. From the famed India Gate, admire the green trees and beautiful architecture to reach the President's house. All awhile getting to know your group better. Then visit historic Old Delhi. Explore Jama Masjid, the "Great Mosque," and enjoy its massive courtyard, which can hold up to 25,000 worshippers. Also, visit the ancient Sikh temple of Bangla Sahib Gurdwara, which was established in 1783.Accommodation - Hotel Cabana GK1

En route to Jaipur, visit Anoothi, another impactful G for Good project led by a cooperative of local women. After an introduction to the organization, try your hand at traditional block printing followed by a refreshing cup of chai and some homemade pakoras. After arriving to Jaipur, visit the Amber Fort and the Panna Meena stepwell in the early evening to avoid the crowds. Dinner tonight will no doubt be spectacular as you dine in royal fashion within the Amber Fort. After dinner, join your group for a special surprise activity together!

Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Women from marginalised communities outside Jaipur came together to create the Anoothi Project. In Hindi, Anoothi means 'unique and extraordinary' and by teaching these women to master the traditionally male handicraft of block printing, the collective shines a light on the unique and extraordinary within each individual. At this G for Good visit, engage in a hands-on block printing activity with the local women as you indulge in some local snacks prepared by your hosts.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - With your Solo-ish travel mates and CEO, explore some of the worlds coolest activities alongside new friends. It's not just an epic day of fun, its chock full of incredible experiences and a surprise G element along the way to take your day to 11. Jump into a jeeps to drive up to the Amber Fort through some of the lanes of Amber Town. En route, make a photo stop at the famous Panna Meena stepwell. Then share an incredible dinner within the Amber Fort. Feel like royalty as you enjoy the delicious fine dining.Accommodation - Utsav Niwas

As one of the three important destinations of India's Golden Triangle, the old town of Jaipur is a must visit location on anyone's India bucket list. Thankfully today we'll visit some of the most noteworthy spots together. Including a visit to the City Palace Museum, the Jantar Mantar observatory, the Jaipur bazar and the famed Hawa Mahal. This afternoon, we travel in search of India's other famous big cat, the leopard. After arriving to Jhalana, we'll jump in a safari jeep in search of the beautiful cat and other wildlife. Make sure to know your fellow Solo-ish travelers top animal to see so you can make sure they don't miss it. Talk about Solo-ish safari teamwork!

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Explore the courtyards, gardens, and buildings that make up the City Palace. Located in the heart of the Old City, it is a striking blend of Mughal and Rajasthani architecture. Visit the palace's museum to look at ancient carriages and the former maharaja's gold-embroidered wedding outfit. Activity - Visit the Jantar Mantar observatory for a guided tour and explore the collection of astronomical instruments housed there, some dating back to 1727.Activity - Drive to the Jhalana Leopard Safari Park and climb into a safari jeep as you head out in search of these incredible cats.Accommodation - Utsav Niwas

Today is a free day in Jaipur. Like we said, as one of India's most famed destinations, there are a ton of opportunities for fun. Opt to join a cycle tour through the pink city, or choose to visit the Galtaji Temple with your CEO and witness one of the seven holy spring fed tanks where hundreds of pilgrims and even monkeys come to swim. In the evening, opt to visit a cafe that 3 sisters are using to ensure the revival of traditional recipes. You can choose to spend the day alone, or tag along with your CEO & fellow Solo-ish besties for the day.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Traveling solo alongside your new Solo-ish travel mates means there's always something fun to do and new friends to explore with. But the joy of travel can also be about taking time to yourself to recharge, refresh and reflect on the journey. Today, choose to join your CEO for an incredible activity, or take the time to yourself to enjoy your own company in one of the most incredible places on our planet.Accommodation - Utsav Niwas

Start the day with an optional hot air balloon ride to witness an amazing sunrise over Jaipur! What a way to start the day! After breakfast, travel south to one of Rajasthan's hidden gem-the town of Bundi. A place full of stunning architecture, historic sites and caves full of ancient petroglyphs. We'll dive straight into what Bundi has to offer with a guided tour of the incredible Bundi Garh Palace, followed by an orientation walk of the town to return to the hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Bundi is well-known for its ornate forts, stepwells and palaces. The Garh Palace was constructed in AD 1554, tucked away in the hillside, it overlooks the city, making it a popular lookout point for visitors. The original medieval palace has expanded with each ruler that has lived in it, making it the great structure it is today. Explore this incredible palace on a guided tour and learn of its interesting history.Activity - Walk from the Taragarh Palace to the hotel to get acquainted with the town of Bundi.Accommodation - Nawal Sagar Palace

Spend this morning floating down the Chambal River in search of the endangered gharial, river dolphins, striped hyenas, Indian wolves and crocodiles. In the afternoon, enjoy some free time. Maybe check out the mesmerizing Queen's Stepwell or 84 Pillared cenotaph to see more of Bundi's amazing architecture or visit Thikarda Village, known for its famous pottery.
During monsoon season, the river safari may be changed to a jeep safari.

Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - The afternoon if yours to explore beautiful Bundi!Activity - Board the motor boats to cruise down the Chambal River. Take a chance spotting Migratory birds, wildlife along the banks or even the highly endangered Gharial, a large narrow-jawed crocodilian that mainly feeds on fish.Accommodation - Nawal Sagar Palace

Ranthambore National Park is arguably the most important and famous nature reserve in all of India. Home to tigers, leopards, crocodiles, and more, we'll have a chance to go on a safari in this diverse Indian forest. After the drive from Bundi to Ranthambore, we'll explore the Ranthambore Fort before a relaxing evening in.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Ranthambore was once the private hunting grounds of the Maharaja of Jaipur, and its rich heritage manifests itself in its many chhatris, forts, and hunting lodges that give the park its heritage status. Walk through the ruins of the old fort and take in views of the park, stopping to enjoy the sunset.Accommodation - Raj Palace Resort

Today we head out in search of the mysterious Bengal tiger. With the opportunity to embark on a morning and an afternoon safari, grab your camera, binoculars and your Solo-ish crew for an epic day with nature.
Today's safari is in a common canter. The canters are open top vehicles that seat 24, and typically your group will be sharing the canter with other visitors to the park.

Tonight's accommodation is outside of the national park.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Opt to go on another safari and try to spot even more wildlife.Activity - Ranthambore National Park is one of the original Project Tiger Reserves. Travel through the park with its lakes, scrublands, and ruined palaces, as well as abundant wildlife including deer, birds, and monkeys. If we are lucky, we may even see one of the resident tigers.Accommodation - Raj Palace Resort

This morning we head out to the third stop of India's Golden Triangle, Agra, and visit the impressive Abhaneri stepwell en route. Possibly the most visited place in all of India and home of the Agra Fort & the Taj Mahal. Today, after arriving in Agra, we'll visit the beautifully red Agra Fort.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Enjoy a visit to this impressive Mughal fort made of red sandstone and white marble.Activity - Walk around the amazing Chand Baori, a tenth century water tank that's an impressive 6.1m (20 ft) deep. Learn about ancient Indian environmentalism—a "baori" is a unique Indian invention for harvesting rainwater.Accommodation - Hotel Marine House

There's no better time to visit this famous ivory-white mausoleum than with the pink and orange reflections of the sunrise. After a tour of the Taj Mahal, drive back to Delhi, ending together where it all began. In the evening, we'll sit down together for a farewell dinner in one of Delhi's iconic restaurants.

Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Visit one of the world's Seven Wonders in time to view the sunrise. Admire the gorgeous white marble mausoleum, built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a testament of his love for his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal.Accommodation - Hotel Cabana GK1

You arrived a solo traveller and are leaving with many new friends. Say goodbye to your fellow Solo-ish travellers and depart at any time.