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North India Gourmet Tour The assortment of cuisines in India is such that your head will reel with choices. It would be unfair perhaps to sort out a few cities in India that outshine others in gastronomy, but since we want to be nice to your stomach as well, we struggled to pick some. We believe cuisine is not only about the taste – the experience is incomplete without the perfect ambience & the typical manner in which the food is served. Indian food is mostly quite spicy by western standards. We have only made suggestions as it is practically not possible to taste everything in just 9 days tour. The guests decide their own menu from the options available. Those who have weak bellies & those who would want to avoid street food can make their own choices. The itinerary for sure will get your saliva drooling. Besides the amazing taste, you carry back home a few recipes you learn at cooking classes and some valuable tips you gather while conversing with master chefs at high end hotels. A visit to a spice plantation where you see the cultivation of various spices will be a spicy & aromatic end for your tour. We will provide you with some digestives to take after every meal. You must have as much water and butter milk with salt and roasted cumin seeds (where ever available) Day 1 – Arrive Mumbai Arrive in Mumbai, where you will be met by a Wandering Monk Tours Representative. Transfer to your hotel to rest and refresh. Culinary Experience Quench your thirst at the Leopold Cafe followed by rolls and kebabs at the most ancient and legendry jaunt of Mumbai. Sample Malvani food cuisine popular in Maharashtra and Goa Cultural Component Evening at Leisure. Overnight at hotel. Day 2 – Mumbai Breakfast at hotel and then a tour of Mumbai the commercial capital of India Culinary Experience For lunch, enjoy delicious Parsi cuisine. The Parsis are of Zoroastrian origin who are believed to have migrated to India from Persia in the 10th century. A snack break at Chowpatty in the evening where you’d always want more from Bhel Puri to Pav bhaji and Vada Pav Dinner at the famous Khau Galli the literal translation for this being ‘Street for Foodies’

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North  India  Gourmet  Tour  

 

The  assortment  of  cuisines  in  India  is  such  that  your  head  will  reel  with  choices.  It  would  be  unfair  perhaps  to  sort  out  a  few  cities  in  India  that  outshine  others  in  gastronomy,  but  since  we  want  to  be  nice  to  your  stomach  as  well,  we  struggled  to  pick  some.    We  believe  cuisine  is  not  only  about  the  taste  –  the  experience  is  incomplete  without  the  perfect  ambience  &  the  typical  manner  in  which  the  food  is  served.  Indian  food  is  mostly  quite  spicy  by  western  standards.  We  have  only  made  suggestions  as  it  is  practically  not  possible  to  taste  everything  in  just  9  days  tour.    The  guests  decide  their  own  menu  from  the  options  available.  Those  who  have  weak  bellies  &  those  who  would  want  to  avoid  street  food  can  make  their  own  choices.  The  itinerary  for  sure  will  get  your  saliva  drooling.    Besides  the  amazing  taste,  you  carry  back  home  a  few  recipes  you  learn  at  cooking  classes  and  some  valuable  tips  you  gather  while  conversing  with  master  chefs  at  high  end  hotels.  A  visit  to  a  spice  plantation  where  you  see  the  cultivation  of  various  spices  will  be  a  spicy  &  aromatic  end  for  your  tour.    We  will  provide  you  with  some  digestives  to  take  after  every  meal.  You  must  have  as  much  water  and  butter  milk  with  salt  and  roasted  cumin  seeds  (where  ever  available)        

Day  1  –  Arrive  Mumbai  Arrive  in  Mumbai,  where  you  will  be  met  by  a  Wandering  Monk  Tours  Representative.  Transfer  to  your  hotel  to  rest  and  refresh.    Culinary  Experience  

-­‐ Quench  your  thirst  at  the  Leopold  Cafe  followed  by  rolls  and  kebabs  at  the  most  ancient  and  legendry  jaunt  of  Mumbai.    

-­‐ Sample  Malvani  food-­‐  cuisine  popular  in  Maharashtra  and  Goa  Cultural  Component  

-­‐ Evening  at  Leisure.  Overnight  at  hotel.      Day  2  –  Mumbai  Breakfast  at  hotel  and  then  a  tour  of  Mumbai-­‐  the  commercial  capital  of  India  Culinary  Experience  

-­‐ For  lunch,  enjoy  delicious  Parsi  cuisine.  The  Parsis  are  of  Zoroastrian  origin  who  are  believed  to  have  migrated  to  India  from  Persia  in  the  10th  century.  

-­‐ A  snack  break  at  Chowpatty  in  the  evening  where  you’d  always  want  more-­‐  from  Bhel  Puri  to  Pav  bhaji  and  Vada  Pav  

-­‐ Dinner  at  the  famous  Khau  Galli-­‐  the  literal  translation  for  this  being  ‘Street  for  Foodies’  

         

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Cultural  Component  -­‐ Make  your  way  into  Mumbai  via  the  remarkable  Mahalaxmi  Dhobi  Ghat-­‐  Mumbai's  140  years  old  human-­‐

driven  laundry    -­‐ Explore  Mumbai,  taking  in  some  of  the  key  landmarks  which  are  a  brilliant  combination  of  gothic  and  

traditional  Mughal  architecture  -­‐  such  as  Chhatrapati  Shivaji  Terminus,  the  Gateway  of  India,  Prince  of  Wales  Museum,  Maharashtra  Police  Headquarters,  Flora  Fountain.  Hutatma  Chowk,  Telegraph  Office,  India  Post  Office  Building,  Kala  Ghoda  Area,  and  the  National  Gallery  of  Modern  Art.  

-­‐ In  the  early  evening  wander  down  Marine  Drive  to  Chowpatty  Beach.  Overnight  at  hotel.    Day  3  –  Mumbai  to  Ahmedabad  Transfer  to  the  railway  station  to  board  your  train  to  Ahmedabad  (0625-­‐1245).  Arrive  and  check  in  to  the  hotel.    Culinary  Experience  

-­‐ A  workshop  on  traditional  typical  Gujarati  cuisine.  -­‐ Lunch  will  consist  of  the  variety  of  Gujarati  Thali  (it  stands  for  ‘platter’)  –  this  will  include  the  dishes  that  you  

would  have  prepared  yourself  earlier!    -­‐ In  the  evening,  take  an  optional  street  food  tour  and  

sample  more  of  the  local  food.  Cultural  Component  

-­‐ Evening  at  leisure  (or  a  street  food  extravaganza).  Overnight  at  hotel.  

 Day  4  –  Ahemdabad  Breakfast  at  hotel  and  then  a  tour  of  Ahmedabad,    Culinary  Experience  

-­‐ Sample  Gujarati  food-­‐  fafada,  deep  fried  jalebis,  and  homemade  ice  cream  during  the  day  

-­‐ Save  your  appetite  for  dinner  at  an  authentic  Gujarati  restaurant.  Cultural  Component  

-­‐ Take  a  morning  heritage  walk  of  the  old  city,  visit  the  Utensil  Museum,  then  continue  on  to  (Sabarmati)  Gandhi  Ashram,  where  Mahatma  Gandhi  lived  from  1917-­‐1930.  Also  visit  Calico  textile  museum  and  Syed  Siddiqi  Mosque.    

Overnight  at  hotel.        Day  5  –  Fly  Ahemdabad  –  Jaipur  After  breakfast  at  hotel,  intime  transfer  to  airport  for  your  flight  to  Jaipur.  Arrive  at  Jaipur  &  check  into  the  hotel.    Culinary  Experience  

-­‐ A  traditional  Rajasthani  Lunch  spread  which  would  include  the  pride  of  Jaipur  -­‐  Dal  Baati  with  Churma  

-­‐ Pamper  your  taste  buds  with  Aloo  pyaz  ki  kachori-­‐  the  most  loved  evening  snack  here.    

-­‐ For  dinner  we  propose  you  a  visit  to  Choki  Dhani,  Men  in  traditional  Rajasthani  attire  will  serve  you  a  sumptuous  meal  (ker  sangria,  gatte  ki  sabzi,  bejad  ki  roti,  bajre  ki  khichidi,  lasan  ki  chutney  and  a  lot  more).  Mind  you,  there  are  no  tables  and  chairs  &  no  forks  and  spoons  either,  but  it  will  definitely  be  a  down  to  earth  experience!  Top  it  all  with  a  palate  cleanser  and  breath  freshener  beetle  leaf  wrapped  around  areca  nut,  fennel  seeds,  sugar  and  other  condiments  

 Cultural  Component  

-­‐ Choki  dhani  is  an  ethnic  resort  that  showcases  typical  Rajasthani  culture  –  food,  dance,  music,  camel  ride,  puppet  shows  &  much  more  (along  with  a  dinner  spread  that  you’ll  never  forget-­‐  details  mentioned  above)  

Overnight  at  hotel.          

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Day  6  –  Jaipur  Breakfast  at  hotel,  later  enjoy  city  tour  of  Jaipur.  Culinary  Experience  

-­‐ A  watch-­‐and-­‐learn  soiree  with  a  local  family  -­‐  experience  the  traditional  cooking  practices  and  learn  secrets  of  age  old  grandma  recipes!  This  will  be  followed  by  a  lavish  dinner  spread  with  your  hosts  

Cultural  Component  -­‐ Excursion  to  The  Amber  fort,  the  ancient  capital  of  the  

Kachhawaha  Rajputs  till  1037.  Enjoy  an  Elephant  ride  to  the  top  of  the  Palace  fort.  En  route,  make  a  photo  stop  at  the  palace  of  winds-­‐  The  Hawa  Mahal.    

-­‐ In  the  afternoon  move  on  to  explore  of  Jaipur-­‐  The  Pink  City.    A  tour  of  The  City  Palace-­‐it  now  houses  the  Royal  residence  and  museums  with  collections  of  textiles  and  costumes,  armoury,  manuscripts,  paintings  and  so  on.    Also  visit  the  Jantar  Mantar-­‐  an  astronomical  marvel  created  by  King  Jai  Singh  II  in  the  18th  Century  **Sightseeing  Time  –  Approx.  5  Hrs.  

Overnight  at  hotel.      Day  7  -­‐  Jaipur  –  Agra  via  Fatehpur  Sikri  (225  Kms.  /  Time  Approx.  5  Hrs.)  After  breakfast  at  hotel  drive  to  Agra.  En-­‐route  sightseeing  of  Fatehpur  Sikri.    Culinary  Experience  

-­‐ Binge  on  some  mouth  watering  Chaats  such  as  Samosas  with  Imili  ki  Chutney.  Cultural  Component  

-­‐ 40  km  (1  hour)  before  Agra,  lies  the  beautiful  and  deserted  medieval  city  of  Fatehpur  Sikri-­‐  built  by  Akbar  the  Great  in  the  16th  century  to  serve  as  the  capital  of  his  vast  empire.  It  was  mysteriously  abandoned  13  years  later.  Today,  it  is  perfectly  preserved  as  a  ghost  city  built  at  the  height  of  the  empire’s  splendour.    

-­‐ Continue  drive  to  Agra-­‐  once  the  seat  of  the  Mughal  rulers,  it  is  home  to  beautiful  Mughal  architecture,  the  zenith  of  art  and  an  enshrined  romance.    **  Fatehpur  Sikri  Visit  –  Approx  2  Hrs.  

Overnight  at  hotel.      Day  8  –  Agra  Sight  Seeing  After  breakfast  at  hotel,  proceed  to  sightseeing  tour  of  Agra    Culinary  Experience  

-­‐ A  short  break  from  all  the  amazing  food-­‐  Keep  your  appetite  ready  for  Delhi  

Cultural  Component  -­‐ A  visit  to  The  Taj  Mahal-­‐  a  poem  in  white  marble,  built  

by  Shah  Jahan  in  memory  of  his  beloved  wife,  Mumtaj  Mahal.  Note:  TAJ  MAHAL  IS  CLOSED  ON  FRIDAY.    **Sightseeing  Time  –  Approx.  5  Hrs.  

-­‐ Evening  at  leisure  to  relax.    Overnight  at  hotel.                        Day  9  -­‐  Agra  -­‐  Delhi    

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After  breakfast  at  hotel,  drive  to  Delhi.  On  arrival,  check  in  to  the  hotel  and  freshen  up.  Culinary  Experience  

-­‐ A  cooking  class  for  North  Indian  dishes  followed  by  a  lunch  spread-­‐  the  menu  would  depend  on  what  you  cook!    

-­‐ Dinner  with  the  Master  chef  of  Bukhara,  ITC  Maurya  -­‐  he’ll  help  you  with  his  culinary  skills  and  reveal  before  you  some  secrets  about  the  art  of  cooking.  (Served  the  likes  of  Bill  Clinton.  Rated  amongst  the  top  50  restaurants  in  the  world  and  the  finest  restaurant  in  Asia  by  "restaurant”  magazine.)  

Cultural  Component  -­‐ A  tour  of  Khari  Baoli,  Asia's  largest  wholesale  spice  market  which  is  operating  since  the  17th  Century.  It  is  

located  on  the  outskirts  of  Old  Delhi  and  is  full  of  bustling  alleyways.      Day  10  –  Delhi  After  breakfast,  embark  on  a  full  day  of  sightseeing  in  Delhi.  Culinary  Experience  

-­‐ Lunch  at  ‘Paranthe  Wali  Gali’  (an  entire  lane  choc-­‐a-­‐bloc  with  shops  selling  different  types  of  paranthas  –  stuffed  rolled  bread  brushed  with  butter  while  on  the  griddle).    

-­‐ We  recommend  you  the  Chaats  –  spicy  snacks  in  Chandni  Chowk  area  and  sweets  of  ‘Ghantewala’  shop.  

-­‐ Dinner  at  Karim’s  –  it  is  renowned  for  its  Mughal  Cuisine  

Cultural  Component  -­‐ Take  a  heritage  walk  and  a  rickshaw  ride  through  Old  

Delhi.  Visit  Jama  Masjid,  Chandni  Chowk,  the  Red  Fort,  India  Gate,  the  President  House  and  the  Parliament  House.  Stop  by  the  magnificent  Humayun's  Tomb,  a  UNESCO  heritage  site.    

-­‐ Return  to  the  hotel  and  spend  the  evening  at  your  leisure.  Overnight  at  Hotel.      Day  11  –  Delhi  –  Lucknow  Breakfast  at  Hotel.  Later  in  time  transfer  to  the  airport  for  your  flight  to  Lucknow.  Arrive  in  the  early  evening  and  transfer  to  your  hotel  and  freshen  up.  Culinary  Experience  

-­‐ Feast  on  delicious  Awadhi  cuisine  cooked  for  you  by  a  renowned  Chef.    (The  rich  Awadhi  cuisine  of  Lucknow  region  was  made  popular  by  the  Nawab  of  Awadh  who,  to  deal  with  food  shortage,  ordered  his  men  to  cook  food  in  huge  handis  (vessels)  to  feed  the  hungry  people.  This  eventually  led  to  a  style  of  cooking  called  ‘dum’  -­‐  the  art  of  sealing  ingredients  in  large  handis  and  cooking  over  a  slow  flame.)  

-­‐ Taste  mouth  watering  Shami  Kabab  from  old  city  eatries.  

Cultural  Component  -­‐ Rest  of  the  day  is  free  for  leisure  activities.  

Overnight  at  Hotel.          

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 Day  12  –  Lucknow  Culinary  Experience  

-­‐ Embark  on  a  three-­‐hour  culinary  walk  to  explore  Mughlai  Food  at  many  traditional  local  eateries.    

Cultural  Component  -­‐ Take  a  half-­‐day  sightseeing  tour  of  Lucknow,  including  

the  famous  Bara  Imambara,  Chota  Imambara,  the  British  Residency  and  Hussainabad  Clock  Tower  among  others.  

Overnight  at  Hotel.        Day  13  –  Fly  Lucknow  to  Kolkata  You  will  have  the  morning  free  to  spend  at  your  leisure  before  flying  to  Kolkata  via  Patna.  Arrive  in  the  early  evening  and  transfer  to  your  hotel.    Culinary  Experience  

-­‐ Dinner  at  an  authentic  Bengali  Restaurant-­‐  enjoy  a  spread  of  Maach  and  Mangsho  (fish  and  meat),  followed  by  a  never  ending  menu  of  Mishti  (desserts).  

Cultural  Component  -­‐ Rest  of  the  day  is  free  for  leisure  activities.  Overnight  at  

Kolkata.    Day  14  –  Kolkata  Take  a  morning  walking  tour  of  Kolkata  after  breakfast  at  Hotel.    Culinary  Experience  

-­‐ A  workshop  on  ‘Making  Fish  the  Bengali  way’  with  a  local  Bengali  family  and  then  binge  on  your  own  creation!  

Cultural  Component  -­‐ Drive  to  Dalhousie,  Howrah  Bridge,  Victoria  Memorial  and  Kumartuli.  Kumartuli  is  a  traditional  potters’  quarter  

renowned  for  making  tens  of  thousands  of  clay  idols  of  Hindu  gods  during  festival  times.    Overnight  at  Kolkata.      Day  15  –  Kolkata  –  Fly  back  home  

After  breakfast,  explore  the  visit  Mother  Teresa's  Missionary  of  Charity,  the  Jain  Temple  Complex  and  Marble  Palace.  You  will  have  the  afternoon  free  to  spend  at  your  leisure.  In  the  evening,  you  will  be  transferred  to  the  airport  for  your  return  flight  home.  

Tour  End  Cost  starting  from  USD4314  per  person  sharing      

City   Hotel   Room  Type  

Mumbai   Taj  Mahal  Palace  and  Tower   Double  Luxury  Grand  Seaview  

Udaipur   Oberoi  Udai  Vilas   Double  Premier  King  

Jodhpur   Umaid  Bhavan  Palace   Double  Palace  Room  

Jaipur   Rambagh  Palace   Double  Palace  Room  

Agra   Oberoi  Amar  Vilas   Double  Premier  King  

Delhi   Leela  Palace   Double  Grand  Deluxe  Room