Phuket

Delve into the history of Amritsar by visiting the Golden Temple during the day and again at night, spend time with a local family in a rural village and behold the moving Qutub Minar victory tower in Delhi.

Special Note: This tour is not suitable for guests with walking limitations as extensive walking is involved in both Amritsar and Delhi. Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.

DAY 1 – April 12, 2026

After disembarking the ship in Phuket and clearing immigration, you will proceed to the gangway. Our guide and a vehicle will be waiting to transfer you from the pier to the Phuket International Airport, where you will check-in for your unaccompanied flight to Delhi. A light lunch will be served on the plane.

After you arrive in Delhi and claim your luggage, a local representative will assist you to an air-conditioned vehicle for the transfer to the hotel. Having been the capital of seven different cultures over the course of history, New Delhi is a fascinating fusion of them all. The art and architecture of the city reflects its ancient and multifaceted heritage. A Hindu fortress, a Mughal tomb, an Islamic minaret and mosque and a Bahai temple only touch upon the cultural richness of the city.

After a bit of time to relax and refresh at the hotel, dinner will be served there.

DAY 2 – April 13, 2026

After breakfast, you will transfer to the airport for the flight to Amritsar, a bustling city synonymous with the Golden Temple – the Mecca of the Sikh faith.

Local representatives will meet you at the Amritsar airport and assist with your transfer to the hotel.

After lunch at the hotel, you will proceed to the Wagah border, the line between India and Pakistan. As the sun begins to set, you will witness a spectacle that brings history to life as soldiers from both sides lower their respective country flags and walk through no man’s land into each other’s territories.

The flag-lowering, loud music and dancing typically begins on the Indian side. The objective is to out-march, out-salute and out-shout the soldiers on the other side. It will be quite the spectacle to watch.

Afterwards, you will return to the hotel for dinner and to spend the evening.

DAY 3 – April 14, 2026

After breakfast at the hotel, you will join a heritage walk through the narrow lanes in the old part of the city. Along the way, you will browse markets and see local life as the residents go about their day.

In time, you will arrive at the Golden Temple, where thousands of worshippers congregate in the light of day. Ram Das, the fourth Sikh guru, founded the city of Amritsar in 1574 while excavating the holy tank that is at the center of the shrine complex. The temple, which is adorned in gold and marble, is truly a sight to behold.

After visiting the temple, you will proceed to the Jallianwala Bagh memorial, where you can pay your respects to the martyrs of the Indian freedom struggle. During the British rule in India, General Dyer opened fire on innocent people at this very place in April 1913, causing a massacre and a huge national outcry. The walls of the memorial park still bear the bullet marks of the tragedy. To better understand the event, you can read first-person accounts and view photos and old newspaper articles in a gallery in the park.

Following lunch, you will return to the hotel to relax for a few hours before dinner. Afterwards, you will head back to the Golden Temple – also known as Harmandir Sahib – in the evening, a time when the temple appears most serene and sublime.

DAY 4 – April 15, 2026

After breakfast at the hotel, you will transfer to a rural village in the state of Punjab. Life in this agricultural self-reliant community has changed dramatically since the Green Revolution in the 1970s, which fueled an increase in food production.

Once you arrive, a local family will welcome you by offering tea and vegetable fritters known as pakoras.

Afterwards, you can try your hand at turban tying and take a tractor-and-cart ride into the fields. Other activities at the farm include an entertaining tug of war, a demonstration of Sikh martial arts and dancing to the beat of a dohl drum.

A traditional meal will then be served consisting of papad crackers, Daal Makhni black lentils, seasonal vegetables, a chicken dish, salad, rice, Chapati flatbread and dessert. Feel free to help cook one of the dishes.

Afterwards, you will return to the hotel to relax for a few hours before dinner at the hotel.

DAY 5 – April 16, 2026

After breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will transfer to the Amritsar airport for the flight to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, you will transfer to the hotel for check in and lunch.

A sightseeing tour of the Qutub Minar victory tower – a UNESCO World Heritage site – and a heritage walk through Hauz Khas Village will follow. The ensemble of mosques, minars and other structures in the Qutub Minar complex is an outstanding testimony to the architectural and artistic achievements of Islamic rulers after they first established their power in the Indian subcontinent in the 12th century.

The complex, located at the southern fringe of New Delhi, illustrates the new rulers’ aspirations to transform India from Dar-al-Harb to Dar-al-Islam with the introduction of distinctive building types and forms.

Later, during the heritage walk, you will explore the medieval ruins in Hauz Khas Village & Deer Park. The madrasa and tomb of Sultan Firuz Shah Tughluq are unique among monuments in the city of Delhi. There are classrooms and living quarters, all from the 14th century, built along the edge of a lake.

Upon returning to the hotel, you will enjoy dinner before retiring for the evening.

DAY 6 – April 17, 2026

After an early morning check out from the hotel, you will transfer to the New Delhi airport for the flight to Cochin. Upon landing, you will transfer to the pier to re-board the cruise ship.

Land Program Step by Step

The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direct flights are never guaranteed. Final itineraries with the most up-to-date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.

DAY 1 – timings subject to change based on flight details which could change up to the time of departure

9:00am Disembark in Phuket, collect luggage and meet your guide

9:30am Begin transfer from the pier to the Phuket International Airport

11:00am Arrive at the airport and check-in for your flight to Delhi

1:30pm Fly from Phuket to Delhi (flight details TBA and subject to change)

4:40pm Arrive in Delhi and proceed through immigrations and customs. A local representative will meet you at the meet and greet area for the transfer to the hotel

Remainder of the evening at leisure

7:30pm Dinner at the hotel

Overnight at the Taj Palace or a similar hotel

DAY 2 – timings subject to change based on flight details which could change up to the time of departure

7:00am Breakfast at the hotel

8:00am Transfer to the New Delhi airport for the flight to Amritsar

9:00am Arrive at the airport and check in

11:10am Fly to Amritsar (flight details TBA and subject to change)

12:25pm Transfer to the hotel

1:40pm Check in and lunch at the hotel

5:00pm Transfer to the Wagah border

6:30pm Witness the flag ceremony at the Wagah border

7:00pm Return to the hotel

8:30pm Dinner at the hotel

Overnight at the Taj Swarna or a similar hotel

DAY 3

8:00am Breakfast at the hotel

9:00am Begin the heritage walk

11:00am Visit the Golden Temple

12:30pm Proceed to the Jallianwala Bagh memorial

12:45pm Visit the Jallianwala Bagh memorial

1:30pm Transfer to a local restaurant

1:45pm Lunch at the restaurant

3:00pm Return to the hotel

7:30pm Dinner at the hotel

9:00pm Return to the Golden Temple for an evening view

11:00pm Return to the hotel

Overnight at the Taj Swarna or a similar hotel

DAY 4

8:00am Breakfast at the hotel

10:30am Depart for a nearby village

11:00am Tour the village

4:00pm Return to the hotel

8:30pm Dinner at the hotel

Overnight at the Taj Swarna or a similar hotel

DAY 5 – timings subject to change based on flight details which could change up to the time of departure

6:30am Breakfast at the hotel

7:15am Check out of the hotel and transfer to the airport

7:45am Arrive at the airport and check in

10:15am Fly from Amritsar to Delhi (flight details TBA and subject to change)

11:30am Transfer to the hotel in Delhi

12:30pm Check in at the hotel

1:00pm Lunch at the hotel

2:00pm Tour Delhi and visit the Qutub Minar victory tower

4:00pm Transfer to Hauz Khas Village

4:30pm Heritage walk through Hauz Khas Village

6:00pm Return to the hotel

8:00pm Dinner at the hotel

Overnight at the Taj Palace or a similar hotel

DAY 6 – timings subject to change based on flight details which could change up to the time of departure

4:00am Tea, coffee and cookies will be served at the hotel before checking out

4:30am Transfer to the Delhi airport

5:15am Check in at the airport

7:05am Fly from Delhi to Cochin (flight details TBA and subject to change)

9:50am Arrive in Cochin and transfer from the airport to the pier

Arrive at the pier and re-board the cruise ship

Expected Weather

The average temperature ranges between 71°F (22°C) and 100°F (37°C).

What to bring

It will be very hot so bring light, loose clothing along with hats and sunscreen. Shoes must be removed when visiting temples.

Shorts are permitted while exploring the city and in restaurants. However, while visiting the Golden Temple, you are requested to dress appropriately by covering your shoulders and knees. Shorts and sleeveless tops are not permitted.

For women, a chunni (piece of cloth/scarf/wrap that Punjabi women wear to cover their heads) is required when visiting Amritsar and the temples. T-shirts are acceptable as long as they are not too revealing. Shorts and sleeveless tops are not permitted. Denim is accepted if it is not shredded and if it covers most of your legs. Men are also required to cover their heads while visiting the Golden Temple. Scarves are sold outside the temple if you don’t bring a head covering. We recommend further researching the types of acceptable dress prior to travelling so you will know what is and isn’t acceptable.

Local Currency

Indian Rupee. USD are widely accepted,

Electricity

India operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz. Plug type D is mainly used in India. Bring a universal travel adaptor for electric devices.

Luggage

Guests are permitted to check-in a maximum of one piece of luggage weighing no more than 15 kg (33 lbs.) and bring one small carry-on weighing no more than 7 kg (15 lbs.),=.

Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations)

1.Portable Oxygen Concentrator (POC) - Guests must obtain a doctor’s certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry a POC. Further paperwork may be required by the airline. Please advise RSSC of the specifics at least 14 days before sailing.

2.CPAP machine NOT being used in flight. Please advise RSSC right away (pre-cruise program) or the Destination Staff on board the ship (post-cruise or overland programs) at least 96 hours before the program starts if you will bring a CPAP on the internal flight(s) used in this land program. Please supply the make, model and battery type.

3.CPAP machine to be used during flight – same as above, plus a doctor’s note mentioning the need to use the machine during the flight.

*Guests are required to bring any details from the manufacturer regarding the CPAP specifications. While most modern CPAP machines are FAA-approved for in-flight use, having a copy of your manufacturer’s FAA-approval status will help to quickly clear any confusion that may arise.

* Failure to provide the above details in a timely manner may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which Regent Seven Seas Cruises nor our local ground operator will be responsible for.

*Some hotels do not provide distilled water. While we can certainly request this for you, we cannot guarantee that it will be available. If received in a timely manner, requests will be sent on the final manifest that our ground operators and hotels receive. We highly recommend packing your own supply especially on programs that travel to more remote locations in order to avoid not having it. Please keep in mind the rule for liquids in carry-on bags. Many hotels will charge for distilled water. If there is a fee, this will be added to your hotel incidental account to be paid at check-out. Fees will vary from hotel to hotel.

Documents and Visa Requirements

A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel is required. All guests require an Indian visa in advance of arrival to India. Please check with your local embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality.

VERY IMPORTANT

The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase for this program, otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.

Failure to have the required documents ahead of time will result in denial of travel and guests will have to pay for any expenses incurred in order to not proceed with the program.

The above information is subject to change and serves as a guide only. It is the ultimate and sole responsibility of the guests to ensure that they meet the entry requirements for each destination.

If traveling internationally, the countries you are flying to and/or connecting through may have different document requirements and as such we encourage you to visit the government and airport websites of every country you will be traveling to throughout the journey to familiarize yourself with their requirements.

Aircraft type (subject to change):

Phuket-Delhi: Air Bus - A320-100

Delhi-Amritsar-Delhi-Cochin: Airbus A320-100

Note: Batteries, power banks, mobile chargers are not allowed in check-in baggage on flights

Accommodations

Taj Palace

Taj Palace, 2, Sardar Patel Marg, Diplomatic Enclave, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi - 110021

Phone: +91 11 2611 0202

Taj Swarna

Plot No. C-3, Outer Circular Road, Opp. Basant Avenue, Amritsar, Punjab 143001

Phone: +91 0183 665 8000

*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required they will be of equal ratings and standards, and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.

Program Includes for guests:

•2 nights at the Taj Palace in Delhi (Deluxe room) or a similar hotel

•3 nights at the Taj Swarna in Amritsar (Deluxe room) or a similar hotel

•Meals – full board basis, as listed in the program

•Bottled water, 2 bottles of local beer or soft drinks, tea, coffee during lunch

•Transportation and sightseeing tours using an air-conditioned vehicle

•Services of a professional English-speaking local guide accompanying throughout the program within India (Delhi to Cochin)

•Touring and entrance fees per the itinerary

•Bottled water during sightseeing tours and long drives

•Assistance on arrival and departure by local representatives

•Porter services at hotels and airports

Program Excludes for guests:

•Any meals not specified above

•Hotel incidentals including laundry, room service and mini bar

•Gratuities to drivers and guides

•Camera fees

•Visa fees

•Excess or overweight luggage fees on flights

Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces, which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.

All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations.

Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Mid cruise overland programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty.