November India Adventure – 5 Destination Options for 13 Friends

Day 1: Jaipur – The Pink City

Morning: Arrive in Jaipur and settle into your boutique hotel. Explore the vibrant Johari Bazaar for traditional jewellery and crafts.

Afternoon: Visit the majestic Amber Fort and enjoy an elephant ride to the hilltop palace, followed by a quick lunch at a local dhaba.

Evening: Stroll through the illuminated Hawa Mahal and enjoy a traditional Rajasthani dinner at a rooftop restaurant.

Day 2: Udaipur – City of Lakes

Morning: Travel to Udaipur and check in to a lakeside resort. Take a boat ride on Lake Pichola with views of the Lake Palace.

Afternoon: Explore the historic City Palace and its museums, then relax at the garden of Saheliyon-ki-Bari.

Evening: Enjoy a sunset dinner at a lakeside café, followed by a cultural dance performance in the palace courtyard.

Day 3: Munnar, Kerala – Tea‑Country Retreat

Morning: Arrive in Munnar and settle into a tea‑estate resort. Walk through the lush Tea Gardens and learn about tea processing.

Afternoon: Visit the scenic Eravikulam National Park and spot the endangered Nilgiri Tahr, followed by a spice‑farm tour.

Evening: Enjoy a Kerala‑style dinner with traditional music at a local homestay.

Day 4: Goa – Sun, Sand & Heritage

Morning: Reach Goa’s coastline and settle in a beach resort. Relax on Calangute Beach and try water‑sports.

Afternoon: Explore the historic Old Goa churches, including Basilica of Bom Bom, and enjoy a seaside lunch.

Evening: Savor a seafood feast at a beach shack and experience the lively night market at Anjuna.

Day 5: Manali, Himachal Pradesh – Himalayan Escape

Morning: Arrive in Manali and settle in a mountain lodge. Stroll along the **Parvati River** and explore the vibrant Mall Road.

Afternoon: Take a short drive to Solang Valley for adventure activities like paragliding or a gentle trek.

Evening: Relax at a local café, enjoy a warm cup of butter tea, and reflect on the journey with a group photo.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Johari Bazaar – 2 hrs – ₹500 per person
• Amber Fort – 3 hrs – ₹800 per person
• Lake Pichola Boat Ride – 1 hr – ₹600 per person
• City Palace – 2 hrs – ₹400 per person
• Eravikulam National Park – 3 hrs – ₹300 per person
• Tea‑Garden Tour – 2 hrs – ₹350 per person
• Calangute Beach – 2 hrs – Free (optional water‑sports: ₹700)
• Old Goa Churches – 2 hrs – ₹200 per person
• Solang Valley – 3 hrs – ₹1 000 per person (activity inclusive)
• Parvati River Walk – 1 hr – Free
Total Estimated Cost per Person: ₹5,250

Tips

To extend the trip, consider adding a day in the lush backwaters of Kerala or a day trekking in the Himalayas for deeper immersion. For a shorter itinerary, combine Jaipur and Udaipur into a single day in Rajasthan or replace Manali with a closer hill station like Nainital to reduce travel time.