Itinerary
Day 1:Delhi, India
Hotel:
Standard:
Ashok Country Resort or similar 4*
Superior Hotel: Hyatt Centric or similar 5*
Budget Hotel: Hotel Arch Suites or similar 3*
Meals:
Meal: Excluded
Once you arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport, a representative will meet and greet you, followed by a transfer to your hotel. In the evening, enjoy a welcome briefing session with the tour manager.
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Delhi, India
Delhi encapsulates two very different worlds, the âoldâ and the ânewâ, each presenting deliciously different experiences. Rambunctious Old Delhi, the Muslim Indian capital between the 17th and 19th century, has many mosques, monuments, forts and bazaars with a distinctive mediaeval flavour. New Delhi, the imperial city created by the British, flaunts a surprising number of impressive monuments reflecting the glory of the Mughal, Turk, Persian and ultimately the British rulers.
Day 2:Old Delhi, India - New Delhi, India(5 km)
Hotel:
Standard:
Ashok Country Resort or similar 4*
Superior Hotel: Hyatt Centric or similar 5*
Budget Hotel: Hotel Arch Suites or similar 3*
Meals:
Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
After breakfast, go out on a sightseeing tour of Delhi visiting highlights of Old & New Delhi. Start the tour by visiting the largest monument of Old Delhi, the imposing Red Fort. Very near the fort is the 17th-century Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India. Walk through the famous bazaars of Chandni Chowk to experience the hustle and bustle of a crowded oriental bazaar. Also visit Raj Ghat, the Mahatma Gandhi memorial, a simple black marble platform that marks the spot of his cremation. In New Delhi, visit the India Gate, and the road that leads from there to the President House, flanked by the houses of Parliament, the Secretariat building followed by the Humayun’s Tomb. End your tour, before your return to the hotel, by visiting Qutub Minar, the tallest brick minaret of its kind in the world.
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Old Delhi, India
A sensory explosion of Mughal heritage, where narrow lanes buzz with spice markets, street food sizzles at Chandni Chowk, and the majestic Jama Masjid anchors 400 years of history.
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Red Fort
The iconic 17th-century Mughal fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where towering red sandstone walls enclose exquisite palaces, gardens, and the historic Lahori Gate - a monument to India's royal legacy.
Opening Hours: Tue - Sun
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Jama Masjid
India's largest mosque, built by Shah Jahan in 1656, features majestic red sandstone domes, towering minarets offering city views, and a vast courtyard holding 25,000 worshippers, embodying Mughal architectural grandeur.
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Chandni Chowk
The 17th-century Mughal-era marketplace pulsates with chaotic energy, where narrow lanes overflow with glittering jewelry, fragrant spice sacks, sizzling parathas, and hidden havelis, embodying Old Delhi's untamed soul.
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Raj Ghat
The serene black marble memorial marks Mahatma Gandhi's cremation site, where an eternal flame burns amidst landscaped gardens, offering a poignant escape from Delhi's chaos while honoring India's nonviolent freedom struggle.
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New Delhi, India
National Geographic described India's Capital as "one of the Ultimate Cities of a Lifetime to visit and explore." New Delhi is known for its amazing buildings and blossoming economy. It is also home to two World Heritage Sites.
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India Gate
This majestic 42-meter-tall war memorial, honoring 70,000 Indian soldiers who perished in World War I, stands as a national icon with its eternal flame and lush lawns that transform into a vibrant evening gathering spot under dramatic floodlights.
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Parliament of India (Passing By)
The supreme legislative body operates from the newly inaugurated triangular Parliament House, blending modern seismic-resistant design with traditional Indian motifs like the Ashoka Chakra, symbolizing democracy's evolution in the world's largest democracy.
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Rashtrapati Bhavan (Passing By)
The official residence of India's President, this 340-room Mughal-colonial marvel boasts sprawling Mughal Gardens, grand durbar halls, and a majestic dome, symbolizing power amidst Delhi's diplomatic enclave.
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Secretariat Building (Passing By)
The twin blocks of North and South Secretariat house India's key government ministries, featuring iconic red sandstone architecture from the British era, with corridors of power where crucial national decisions are made.
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Humayun’s Tomb
A UNESCO-listed 16th-century Mughal masterpiece, this grand red sandstone and white marble mausoleum inspired the Taj Mahal's design, set within serene Persian-style charbagh gardens.
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Qutub Minar
Soaring 73 meters as the world's tallest brick minaret, this 12th-century UNESCO site showcases Indo-Islamic architecture with intricate carvings and the enigmatic Iron Pillar that never rusts.
Day 3:Delhi, India - Jaipur, India(242 km)
Hotel:
Standard:
Hotel Park Ocean or similar 4*
Superior Hotel: Sarovar Premier or similar 5*
Budget Hotel: Vanaan Raj Plaza or similar 3*
Meals:
Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Wake up to breakfast at the hotel and proceed to Jaipur. Food fit for royalty, stunning historical monuments, a merry shopping scene and legendary Rajput hospitality: Jaipur offers all this and more. Jaipur is affectionately known as the ‘Pink City’ due to its numerous pink-coloured buildings; at sunset, the mellow golden rays bathe the pink façades in an indescribably beautiful way. Check-in on arrival at your hotel and enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure.
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Jaipur, India
Jaipur is a major tourist destination in northern India, and the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Rajasthan. Known for its architecture, cuisine, and culture, popular attractions in Jaipur include Amer Fort, Birla Mandir, Hawa Mahal, and Garh Ganesh Temple.
Day 4:Jaipur, India
Hotel:
Standard:
Hotel Park Ocean or similar 4*
Superior Hotel: Sarovar Premier or similar 5*
Budget Hotel: Vanaan Raj Plaza or similar 3*
Meals:
Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Breakfast at the hotel is followed by a morning tour of Amber Fort. Be dazzled by Sheesh Mahal, a room with all four walls and the ceiling completely embedded with glittering mirror pieces. Admire the frescoes of the Ganesh Pol gate and the colonnade of the Diwan-i-Aam. Return to the old city to visit the City Palace and the beautiful palaces within, such as the Chandra Mahal and Mubarak Mahal and the intricately decorated Peacock Gate. Also of interest is the Armoury Museum. Continue to Jantar Mantar, the astonishing largest stone astronomical observatory in the world. End your tour by making a stop at the spellbinding Hawa Mahal (photo stop) and the famous Johari bazaar famous for its jewels and saris, the Tripolia bazaar with bronzes, sculptures and lacquerware, the Bapu bazaar renowned for its perfumes and textiles, and Chandpol bazaar for pottery and bracelets.
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Jaipur, India
Jaipur is a major tourist destination in northern India, and the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Rajasthan. Known for its architecture, cuisine, and culture, popular attractions in Jaipur include Amer Fort, Birla Mandir, Hawa Mahal, and Garh Ganesh Temple.
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Amber Fort
A majestic hilltop fusion of Rajput and Mughal architecture, famed for its mirror palace, elephant rides, and panoramic views, embodying Rajasthan's royal legacy.
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Armoury Museum
A captivating collection of 15th-19th century royal weapons, showcasing exquisitely crafted daggers with jade handles, jewel-encrusted pistols, and the personal armor of Rajput warriors, displayed in a vaulted hall of the Mubarak Mahal.
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City Palace
The royal heart of the Pink City, blending Rajput and Mughal architecture, where ornate courtyards, museums of royal artifacts, and the current Maharaja's residence showcase Jaipur's regal heritage.
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Hawa Mahal
The iconic "Palace of Winds" with its unique honeycomb facade of 953 latticed windows (jharokhas), designed for royal women to observe street life unseen, while cool breezes circulate through the pink sandstone structure.
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Jantar Mantar
A UNESCO-listed 18th-century open-air astronomy lab featuring 19 colossal stone instruments, including the world's largest sundial (27m tall), where shadows precisely measure time to within 2 seconds.
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Bapu Bazaar
A bustling open-air market bursting with vibrant textiles, where shopkeepers unfurl mountains of hand-block printed fabrics, embroidered mojaris (shoes), and traditional Rajasthani puppets under candy-striped awnings.
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Chandpol Bazaar
One of Jaipur's oldest markets, centered around the iconic Chandpol Gate, where the scent of sandalwood carvings mingles with stacks of blue pottery and handwoven dhurries under the shade of century-old havelis.
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Johari Bazaar
The glittering soul of Jaipur's gem trade, where generations of lapidaries hand-cut Kundan polki jewelry in open workshops, and shop windows dazzle with rainbow-hued gemstones under arched pink sandstone gateways.
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Tripolia Bazaar
A vibrant traditional market famed for its lac bangles, brassware, and handcrafted textiles, where artisans demonstrate centuries-old techniques in tiny workshops under arched pink gateways.
Day 5:Jaipur, India - Agra, India(221 km)
Hotel:
Standard:
Surasena Regal Vista or similar 4*
Superior Hotel: Clarks Shiraz or similar 5*
Budget Hotel: Hotel Sun Ring or similar 3*
Meals:
Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
After replenishing your energy with breakfast at the hotel, take to the road and drive to Agra on the banks of the River Yamuna. Agra rose to fame in the 17th century as the capital of the Mughal Empire and was beautified with gardens, waterfalls, bathhouses and canals. In modern times, the city houses a thriving crafts industry, including marble inlay work and carpets. On arrival check-in at your hotel.
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Agra, India
Agra, situated on the banks of the river Yamuna, is part of the popular Golden Triangle tourist circuit, along with Delhi and Jaipur. It is also home to UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri.
Day 6:Agra, India - Delhi, India(184 km)
Meals:
Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Begin the day with one breakfast at the hotel before a sightseeing tour of Agra, which includes the awe-inspiring Taj Mahal. During the visit, admire the intricacy of the work of the 20,000 craftsmen who were brought from Persia, Turkey, France and Italy to build this astonishing monument (closed on Fridays). Continue the tour and visit the Agra Fort, whose forbidding red sandstone battlements hide a number of majestic Mughal palaces. Explore the delightful Diwan-i-Am (Hall of Public Audience) where the emperor once sat on his throne to address his people and the Diwan-i-Khas (Hall of Private Audience) where he hosted kings and foreign dignitaries. The white marble Mina Masjid (Heavenly Mosque) stands in contrast to the rest of the Red Fort. Afterwards, drive back to Delhi.
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Agra, India
Agra, situated on the banks of the river Yamuna, is part of the popular Golden Triangle tourist circuit, along with Delhi and Jaipur. It is also home to UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri.
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Taj Mahal
Taj Mahal, Indiaâs iconic white-marble wonder, built by Shah Jahan for love. Marvel at its stunning architecture, intricate carvings, and serene gardens at sunrise. A must-see UNESCO masterpiece.
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Agra Fort
Agra Fort - A majestic red sandstone fortress built by Emperor Akbar in 1565, later transformed by Shah Jahan into a palatial Mughal residence. Key highlights: Jahangir Palace, Khas Mahal, Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace), and Musamman Burj. A UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing Mughal power and artistry.
Includes & Excludes
Price Includes
English speaking local guide
5 Nights of accommodation and breakfasts
Fixed-time airport pick-up & drop-off service
Air-conditioned transportation for the entire trip
Price Excludes
Entrance fee for all monuments and activities listed in the program upon additional cost as an optional extra
Accompanied Spanish, French, German, Italian speaking guide upon additional cost as an optional extra
Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
Tips to drivers, local guides, and hotel staff
Optional visits mentioned as not included.
Any airfare, airport taxes, supplement for which are quoted separately (if applicable)
Any service not listed above
Additional Notes
Hotel early check-out, early check-in, late check-in, connecting or adjoining rooms are all subject to availability and not guaranteed
Please note that hotel classification is as per Indian standards.
No refunds for unused services. Splitting the package is not allowed.
Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the contents of the tour without prior notice, including possible changes of hotels and/or itinerary
Please note we are able to accept clients request for Vegan meals.
What do I need to bring? Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in India. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Shoes should be removed before entering a temple or private house. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
Pre-Paid Entrance fee including
- Delhi: Red Fort, Qutub Minar and Humayun Tomb
- Jaipur: Amber Fort, City Palace & Museum and Jantar Mantar (Observatory)
- Agra: Taj Mahal (including main mausoleum) and Agra Fort