Darjeeling Mail
Explore Northern India by Luxury Train
Experience India by rail, from the luxury of the Deccan Odyssey to the legendary narrow-gauge line climbing into Darjeeling’s tea country and Himalayan foothills. Along the way, explore bustling Kolkata, the timeless Taj Mahal, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites that bring India’s history and culture to life. This journey combines insider access, rich encounters, and breathtaking landscapes for a truly one-of-a-kind adventure.
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What to Expect
Traveling by rail through India offers both elegance and discovery. You’ll spend the first half of your journey aboard the luxurious Deccan Odyssey, where attentive service, regionally inspired meals, and rolling landscapes set the scene. Journey across Darjeeling’s tea country, with sweeping Himalayan views along the way. Guided explorations bring you face-to-face with India’s history and culture, visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Taj Mahal, vibrant markets, and colonial towns, balanced with moments to simply take in the rhythm of the country.
Trip Highlights
- Travel coast to coast across India by train, experiencing India’s landscapes and traditions from a front-row seat
- Explore the country’s most iconic destinations—Jaipur, Udaipur, Varanasi, and the Taj Mahal, with expert guides and insider access
- Ride Darjeeling’s legendary railway into tea country, passing emerald-green plantations, hillside villages, and sweeping views of the Himalayas
- Witness evening rituals on the banks of the Ganges in Varanasi, one of India’s most moving spiritual experiences
Upcoming Departures
Please call for availability
Trip Pricing
- Group Trip: From $17,795
Based on double occupancy
Inclusions
- All handpicked accommodations, ground transportation, and airport transfers
- All guided sightseeing, events, and experiences
- Top-tier expedition leader and lecturers
- Most meals
- All gratuities
- Emergency evacuation services and secondary medical expense insurance
- Dedicated support from GeoEx’s travel experts and in-house air reservations team
Your Route Through India
Journey at a Glance
Day 1 – 3Explore Mumbai; Board Train
Explore compelling Mumbai, including the Elephanta Island caves, Dhobi Ghats, and colorful markets. The Deccan Odyssey welcomes you aboard and embarks.
Day 4 – 5Discovering Jaipur & Udaipur
Explore the Rajasthani capital of Jaipur and enchanting, lake-laden Udaipur, marveling at majestic palaces and Mughal Explore the Rajasthani capital of Jaipur and enchanting, lake-laden Udaipur, marveling at majestic palaces and Mughal architecture..
