Kashmir to Kanyakumari: 45-Day Transcontinental Road Trip
Overview
Spanning 45 days and 38 cities, this odyssey covers India’s geographic and cultural extremes—from the snow-capped Himalayas to the tropical Indian Ocean shores. Designed for intrepid travelers, this journey weaves together UNESCO sites, spiritual landmarks, and hidden gems, creating an unparalleled exploration of India’s diversity.
Included/Exclude
: 44 nights in 3-4 star hotels/homestays + 1 night houseboat. : AC Tempo Traveller (Delhi–Kanyakumari); flights (Mumbai–Srinagar, Trivandrum–Mumbai). : Daily breakfast, lunch, dinner (regional cuisines); bottled water. :
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: Jeep safaris, temple rituals, and spice plantation tours.
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: Kathakali dance (Kerala), Sufi qawwali (Ajmer).
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(₹25,000–₹30,000/person).
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(₹15,000–₹20,000/segment). : Alcohol, laundry, optional activities (e.g., paragliding). : 5% GST + 5% TCS (excluded from base price).
Tour Plan
: Srinagar & Gulmarg
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: Arrival in Srinagar. Shikara ride on Dal Lake; stay in a houseboat.
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: Gulmarg day trip. Gondola ride to Apharwat Peak (4,200m); optional skiing.
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: Explore Mughal Gardens (Shalimar, Nishat) and Pari Mahal’s terraced architecture.
: Pahalgam
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trek and Aru Valley horseback riding. Interact with Gujjar tribes.
: Jammu to Dharamshala
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pilgrimage (optional). Transition to Dharamshala; visit McLeod Ganj and the Dalai Lama’s temple.
: Amritsar
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night ceremony; Wagah Border retreat ritual.
: Chandigarh & Shimla
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and Sukhna Lake. Detour to Shimla for colonial-era architecture and toy train rides.
: Delhi
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, Qutub Minar, and Chandni Chowk food walk.
: Agra & Fatehpur Sikri
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Sunrise at Taj Mahal; guided tour of Agra Fort and Mehtab Bagh.
: Khajuraho & Orchha
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(UNESCO-erotic sculptures); Orchha Fort Complex riverfront exploration.
: Kanha National Park
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Jeep safaris for tiger sightings; tribal dance performances.
: Nagpur & Hyderabad
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drive. Hyderabad’s Charminar, Golconda Fort, and biryani tasting.
: Bengaluru
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sunrise; Cubbon Park cycling.
: Mysuru & Coorg
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illumination; Coorg coffee estate stays.
: Madurai & Rameswaram
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rituals; Pamban Bridge drive.
: Kanyakumari & Kerala Backwaters
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sunrise; Alleppey houseboat stay.
: Thiruvananthapuram
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; Kovalam Beach Ayurvedic massages.
: Lakshadweep Extension (Optional)
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Snorkeling in Agatti Island; coral reef kayaking.
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