Mystical & spiritual, chaotic and confounding India overflows with riches. Enjoy a taste of India on this outstanding tour as we travel the classic ‘Golden Triangle’: bustling Delhi; Agra, home of the sublime Taj Mahal; and the pink city of Jaipur. Plus, we search for elusive Bengal Tiger in Ranthambhore Tiger Sanctuary.
9 Days: Delhi | Agra | Ranthambhore | Jaipur | Delhi
Inclusions:
- 08 Nights accommodation in 4 Star Deluxe/5 Star hotels or similar on half board meal plan & full-board in Ranthambhore ;
- Air-conditioned chauffeur driven deluxe Car/Coach for airport transfers, sightseeing & overland drives ;
- First class /Air-conditioned journey on train from Bharatpur to Ranthambhore ;
- Entrance fee to Monuments, Museums, Parks & included features as per Itinerary ;
- Two game safaris in Ranthambhore Tiger Preserve with naturalist ;
- English speaking India expert local guides ;
- Complimentary mineral water/soft beverages on board the vehicles at all times.
Itinerary:
Day 01: Delhi: Late evening arrival in India’s hyperactive capital, Delhi. After clearing Immigrations & Customs you are met n greeted by our Rep and transferred to your hotel. Your rooms kept ready for immediate Check-in. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 02: Delhi: Tour of Old & New Delhi includes visit to the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Rajghat, & Akshardham. Enjoy a pedi-cab ride in Chandni Chowk. Later visit Humanyun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar & drive past the Government buildings including the Presidential Palace & India Gate. Evening enjoy a Welcome Reception Dinner. Overnight
stay in Delhi. [B,D]
Day 03: Delhi/Agra: Drive to Agra in the morning visiting en-route Sikandra, Tomb of Akbar The Great. Later visit Mehtab Bagh this afternoon to admire breathtaking views of the Taj Mahal at sunset, “A Photographer’s Delight” Overnight stay in Agra. [B,D]
Day 04: Agra: This morning enjoy an extended visit to the mesmerizing Taj Mahal, an epitome of love & Agra Fort. Afternoon free for independent activities. In the evening you are invited to visit a home of an Indian family. Overnight stay in Agra. [B,L]
Day 05: Agra/Ranthambhore: This morning travel to Ranthambhore Tiger Preserve, visiting en-route Fatehpur Sikri- the 16th century capital of the Mughals. Enjoy a air-conditioned class train ride to Ranthambhore. Overnight stay in Ranthambhore. [B,D]
Day 06: Ranthambhore: Morning & Afternoon game drives in the park by Park vehicles. Overnight stay in Ranthambhore. [B,L,D]
Day 07: Ranthambhore/Jaipur: Today we travel to the ‘Pink City of Jaipur’. Later in the afternoon enjoy a Heritage walk exploring the colorful bazaars in the old walled city of Jaipur. Overnight stay in Jaipur. [B,D]
Day 08: Jaipur: Your morning tour of Jaipur begins with visit to an impregnable Amber Fort riding atop an elephant. Also visit Jantar Mantar (Astronomical Observatory), Hawa Mahal (Palace Of Winds) & City Palace Museum. Afternoon free for independent activities OR shopping. Overnight stay in Jaipur. [B,L]
Day 09: Jaipur/Delhi: Late morning drive to Delhi visiting en-route Samode Palace. Continue driving towards Delhi and arrive at the airport to connect your homebound flights. [B,L]
Tour Highlights:
- Marvel the architectural genius of the World Heritage UNESCO sites in Delhi & Agra ;
- Pedicab ride in Old Delhi ;
- Welcome Reception Dinner in Delhi ;
- Admire the breathtaking views of the Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh at Dusk ;
- Extended visit to the mesmerizing Taj Mahal at Dawn ;
- Visit home of an Indian family ;
- Explore the historic town of fatehpur Sikri ;
- Two game-drives in Ranthambhore Tiger Preserve by Park vehicles ;
- Elephant back excursion at the Amber Fort ;
- Heritage walk in the Pink city of Jaipur ;
- Grandeur of the Samode Palace set amid soft sand-dunes of Rajasthan ;
- Special photography and ethnic encounters.
Hotels:
Delhi (Hilton Garden Inn)
Agra (Raddison)
Rahthambore (Dev Vilas)
Jaipur (Four Points Sheraton).