India
Along the rails of sacred India
Along the rails of sacred India – Escorted tour
Set off on a 14-day / 12-night escorted tour across India, from Mumbai to Goa, combining train journeys, UNESCO-listed sites, temples, cultural discoveries and two days of relaxation at the end of the trip on the coast.
Highlights : train journeys, UNESCO sites, religious heritage, small group, beach stay in Goa
For whom: culture lovers, train enthusiasts, curious travellers, heritage lovers, discovering India
Duration
12 nights – From 27 Oct. to 09 Nov. 26
Board
Meals included or not depending on the programme
Departure
Paris
ROOM TYPE
Double room
The destination
This itinerary reveals several facets of India, from the metropolis of Mumbai to the beaches of Goa. The journey notably passes through Aurangabad, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Hassan and Hampi, with the discovery of major sites such as the Ajanta and Ellora caves, the temples of Belur and Halebid and the heritage of Hampi. Trains play a central role in this experience and make it possible to travel gradually through Indian landscapes.
Climate: a hot climate that varies by region; the dry season runs from October to April, while temperatures become high in May and June before the monsoon begins in July.
Activities: cultural visits, temples and UNESCO sites, train journeys, discovering handicrafts, Indian gastronomy, relaxation in Goa.
Tour overview
This escorted tour offers a different way to explore India, making the train one of the guiding threads of the journey. From Mumbai to Goa, the itinerary alternates rail and road travel, the discovery of major historical and religious sites, encounters with artisans’ know-how and cultural stops, before ending with a more relaxed stay in Goa.
| Itinerary | Mumbai – Aurangabad – Ajanta – Ellora – Hyderabad – Bangalore – Halebid – Belur – Hassan – Hampi – Hospet – Goa |
| Accommodation | Mumbai: Fariyas Hotel Mumbai 3* Aurangabad: Lemon Tree Hotel 4* Hyderabad: Lemon Tree Hotel 4* Bangalore: Lemon Tree Hotel 3* sup. Hassan: Hoysala Village Resort 3* sup. Hampi: Heritage Resort 3* sup. Goa: Lemon Tree 3* sup. |
| Meals | Full board except lunches on the 12th and 13th days and dinner on the 13th day. |
The experience
Between train journeys, religious heritage, traditional craftsmanship, Indian flavours and relaxation on the Goa coast, this tour offers a varied experience across several regions of India.
Highlights
- The UNESCO sites of Ajanta, Ellora, Belur, Halebid and Hampi.
- Several stages travelled by train, including the Konkan Railway to Goa.
- Discovering the expertise of ikat weavers in Hyderabad.
- An experience centred on street food in Mumbai.
- Two days devoted to relaxation at the end of the trip in Goa.
Activities
Included in the tour:
- Visit the Buddhist caves of Ajanta.
- Explore the Ellora Caves and the Kailash Temple.
- Discover the Golconda Fort in Hyderabad.
- Meet artisans specialising in traditional ikat weaving.
- Enjoy Candolim Beach in Goa.
Frequently asked questions
October to April is ideal for travelling in India thanks to the dry season. For this itinerary, this period is particularly well suited to cultural visits and the end of the stay in Goa.
Yes. The tour in an air-conditioned vehicle, as well as the transfers mentioned in the programme, are included. The train journeys planned in the itinerary are also included in the price.
Ready to explore India to the rhythm of its trains?
From Mumbai to the beaches of Goa, via the Ajanta and Ellora Caves, Hyderabad, the temples of Belur and Halebid, and Hampi, this tour invites you to combine heritage, rail journeys and moments of relaxation on the Indian coast.
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