Churches of India – Christianity in India

Trip Highlights

  • A thoughtfully curated program that showcases India’s remarkable Christian heritage across Delhi, Agra, and Kolkata. From early colonial churches to Indo-Gothic cathedrals, this journey highlights the evolution of religious architecture alongside iconic monuments such as the Taj Mahal and Victoria Memorial.

Itinerary

Arrival: Arrival at Delhi International Airport, meet and transfer to hotel for check-in.

Highlight of the Day: Settling into the capital city and preparing for the heritage journey ahead.

Overnight stay: Delhi

Meal plan: Not applicable

Morning: Breakfast at hotel. Visit St. James’ Church (1836) and Sacred Heart Cathedral (1930).

Afternoon: Drive past India Gate, Parliament House, and Rashtrapati Bhavan to explore Lutyens’ Delhi.

Highlight of the Day: Experiencing Delhi’s blend of British-era churches and imperial architecture.

Overnight stay: Delhi

Meal plan: Breakfast

Morning: Visit St. Stephen’s Church (1867) and Church of Redemption (1931).

Afternoon: Continue with Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar for Mughal and Sultanate heritage.

Highlight of the Day: Diverse architectural encounters spanning religious and dynastic legacies.

Overnight stay: Delhi

Meal plan: Breakfast

Morning: Drive to Agra (approx. 4 hrs).

Afternoon: Visit St. George’s Cathedral (1838) followed by the Taj Mahal.

Highlight of the Day: Contrasting colonial church architecture with the Mughal masterpiece Taj Mahal.

Overnight stay: Agra

Meal plan: Breakfast

Morning: Return drive to Delhi airport.

Afternoon: Flight to Kolkata and transfer to hotel.

Highlight of the Day: Transition from North India’s Mughal heartland to Bengal’s colonial capital.

Overnight stay: Kolkata

Meal plan: Breakfast

Morning: Visit St. Paul’s Cathedral (1847) and St. John’s Church (1787).

Afternoon: Visit St. Andrew’s Church (1818) and explore Victoria Memorial and colonial city centre.

Highlight of the Day: Discovering Indo-Gothic, Georgian, and Palladian church architecture alongside British landmarks.

Overnight stay: Kolkata

Meal plan: Breakfast

Morning: Visit Garrison Church at Fort William.

Afternoon: Join a walking tour of Dalhousie Square with its colonial-era institutions.

Highlight of the Day: Immersion in Kolkata’s layered colonial and religious history.

Overnight stay: Kolkata

Meal plan: Breakfast

Morning: Transfer to Kolkata International Airport for onward journey.

Highlight of the Day: Concluding the tour with reflections on India’s Christian heritage.

Overnight stay: Not applicable

Meal plan: Breakfast

All Information

  • Accommodation with daily breakfast as per the itinerary
  • Transportation by private air-conditioned car with driver allowances and toll charges
  • Local English-speaking guides for sightseeing
  • Monument entrance fees as per the program
  • All currently applicable taxes
  • International and domestic airfare
  • Visa fees and travel insurance
  • Meals not specified in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, phone calls, minibar
  • Camera/video charges at monuments
  • Optional tours and activities not mentioned

Pricing is available upon request and varies based on travel dates, accommodation preferences, and group size.

City Deluxe Superior Night(s)
Delhi Imperial Claridges 03
Agra ITC Mughal Holiday inn 01
Kolkata The Glenburn Penthouse The Elgin 03
$850 per person
8D/7N duration

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