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India

Go Solo: Explore Delhi, Agra & More Highlights of India

Program No. 25126RJ
On this adventure exclusively for solo travelers, watch the sun rise over the Taj Mahal, experience the Ganges River and much more on this immersion into India.
Program
At a Glance
Duration
12 days
Program Begins
Delhi
Program Concludes
Varanasi
Group Type
Small Group
Meals
24 ( 9B, 8L, 7D )
Activity Level
With Road Scholar, going solo doesn’t mean going alone — on this special learning adventure, experience some of the treasures of India exclusively alongside fellow solo travelers! Learn about Sikh culture in a local temple, watch the sun rise over the Taj Mahal and visit Varanasi, one of the holiest places along the Ganges River. Make new connections as you and other solo Road Scholars begin in Delhi, make your way through Agra and Jaipur and end in Varanasi. Along the way, share meals with local families, learn how incredible mausoleums and forts were built generations ago and admire architectural relics that are now UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Learn about Sikh culture as you observe prayer at a local temple and volunteer in their soup kitchen.
  • Among your fellow solo travelers, watch the sun rise and set over the Taj Mahal in Agra and explore the gardens of Mehtab Bagh.
  • Observe and learn about the daily rituals that people perform at ghats along the Ganges River in Varanasi, the holiest city in Hinduism.
General Notes
Note: This is a special solo only learning adventure.
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This program offers an optional program extension!
Go Solo: Extension — The Splendor of Nepal
"Continue your learning adventure with other solo travelers on an extension into Nepal, where you’ll explore grand temples and ancient palaces.
Activity Level
Let's Go!
Walking over varied terrain and cobblestones; extensive driving; hot and humid conditions.
Small Group (13 to 24)
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
Suggested Reading List
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You can also find many of the books we recommend at the Road Scholar store on bookshop.org, a website that supports local bookstores.
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Assurance Plan

Road Scholar's continued commitment to our participants and their well-being is exemplified whether participating on a program in the United States or on one of our International programs, every Road Scholar participant receives coverage under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan.

Want to Protect Your Investment?

Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

Sustainable Travel

We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.