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Ed’s lectures were superb in their content and brought hundreds of years of history into an easily followed progression. They were presented with wit, enthusiasm, and a scholar’s ability to make it simple and enjoyable.”
—Kevin McBride
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India
Experience the historic, cultural, and spiritual heart of Central India including the Taj Mahal and Varanasi.
Overview
A colorful and memorable adventure
From the Taj Mahal to rural villages, from gemstones to the Ganges River, you’ll experience a kaleidoscope of Indian arts, architecture, and daily life. See the regal mausoleums of Agra, wander the bustling bazaars of Delhi, and embark on safaris in search of tigers and leopards in Panna National Park.
The second leg of our journey takes us to the UNESCO-listed Khajuraho Group of Monuments, with its spectacularly carved temples. Highlights of this vivid expedition include a boat ride along the Ganges to view the elaborate rituals and rites in Varanasi, Hinduism’s holiest (and India’s oldest) city.
Dates
October 1–15, 2026Duration
15 daysPrice
From approx. $12,995 per person
Trip size
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A different kind of classroom
With renowned Stanford faculty and scholars leading the way, every Travel/Study trip is a one-of-a-kind educational experience.
Ed Steidle
Stanford Continuing Studies
Ed's background is in comparative literature and medieval literature, and he teaches on the arts and literatures of Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.