India Photography Trip Itinerary (12–25 March 2025)
Trip Summary:
- Mathura/Vrindavan: 12–15 March (3 nights)
- Agra: 15–16 March (1 night)
- Jaipur: 16–18 March (2 nights)
- Ranthambore (Safari): 18–19 March (1 night)
- Varanasi: 20–21 March (2 nights)
- Delhi Area (transit/optional visits): 22–25 March (3 nights)
Important Dates:
- Depart London: 11 March 2025
- Arrive in Delhi: 12 March 2025 (mid-morning)
- Holi Festival: 14 March 2025 (Mathura/Vrindavan)
- Return Flight: 25 March 2025 (from Delhi)
Day-by-Day Itinerary:
12 March – Arrival & Travel to Mathura:
- Arrive at Delhi Airport (mid-morning)
- Metro/taxi to New Delhi Station (45 min)
- Afternoon train to Mathura Junction (2–3 hrs)
- Taxi to Vrindavan (20 min)
Recommendation: Photograph Holika Dahan evening ceremony.
13–14 March – Mathura & Vrindavan:
- Experience and photograph Holi celebrations
Important: Protect camera gear.
15 March – Mathura → Agra:
- Morning train Mathura → Agra Fort Station (1 hr)
- Visit Taj Mahal & Agra Fort
16–17 March – Jaipur:
- Train from Agra Fort to Jaipur Junction (4 hrs)
- Amber Fort, City Palace, local markets
18 March – Jaipur → Ranthambore (Safari):
- Early morning train Jaipur to Sawai Madhopur (2–3 hrs)
- Afternoon safari in Ranthambore National Park (tiger sightings and wildlife photography)
Tip: Book safari in advance.
19 March – Ranthambore → Varanasi:
- Overnight train from Sawai Madhopur to Varanasi Junction (approx. 12 hrs)
20–21 March – Varanasi:
- Photograph early morning rituals along the Ganges, markets, spiritual activities
21 March (night) – Varanasi → Delhi:
- Overnight train to New Delhi Station (12–14 hrs)
22–24 March – Delhi Area:
- Optional: Neemrana Fort or Lodhi Gardens
25 March – Departure:
- Metro/taxi to Delhi Airport for return flight
- New Delhi Station: 28.6427° N, 77.2196° E
- Mathura Junction: 27.4886° N, 77.6723° E
- Agra Fort Station: 27.1797° N, 78.0211° E
- Jaipur Junction: 26.9196° N, 75.7870° E
- Varanasi Junction: 25.3268° N, 82.9850° E
- Delhi Airport (IGI): 28.5562° N, 77.1000° E
Enjoy your photographic adventure!