Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in India
Your driver meets you at the airport and takes you straight to your hotel. Get settled in and rest up after your journey.
- Day 2
Delhi
Start with a walking tour through Old Delhi, then hop on a cycle rickshaw to navigate the crowded Chandni Chowk marketplace. You'll stop at Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque, and drive past India Gate, Red Fort, Parliament House, and the Presidential Palace. Later, head to Sheeshganj Gurudwara Sikh temple for a spiritual experience and a simple meal. The rest of the day is yours to explore Delhi however you'd like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Old Delhi
- Cycle rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk
- Visit Jama Masjid
- Drive past India Gate
- Drive past Red Fort
- Drive past Parliament House
- Drive past Presidential Palace
- Visit Sheeshganj Gurudwara Sikh temple
- Simple meal at Sikh temple communal kitchen
Landmarks/POIs Jama Masjid Chandni Chowk India Gate Red Fort Sheeshganj Gurudwara - Day 3
Delhi to Agra
Catch an express air-conditioned train to Agra, which takes about 3 hours. Once there, see the Taj Mahal and hear the story of Emperor Shah Jahan's memorial to his wife Mumtaz. Then explore the Red Fort's red sandstone walls and learn about the Mughal imperial city from the 16th century. If you're interested, you can visit Akbar's Mausoleum or grab dinner at Sheroes Hangout, a social enterprise that supports acid attack survivors.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Taj Mahal
- Explore Red Fort in Agra
Optional Activities
- Visit Akbar's Mausoleum
- Motorised rickshaw tour of Agra
- Dinner at Sheroes Hangout
Landmarks/POIs Taj Mahal Red Fort, Agra Akbar's Mausoleum - Day 4
Agra to Sawai Madhopur
After breakfast, you'll head to Fatehpur Sikri, the fortified city built by Mughal Emperor Akbar that was abandoned in 1585 because of water shortages. The structures there are well-preserved and worth seeing. From there, drive to Sawai Madhopur and check into your hotel. You'll have free time for the rest of the afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Fatehpur Sikri
Landmarks/POIs Fatehpur Sikri - Day 5
Ranthambore
An early morning game drive into Ranthambore National Park takes you out while the mist is still rising, giving you good chances to spot tigers and other wildlife. You'll head back to your hotel for breakfast and a relaxing morning. After lunch, head back into the park for another game drive. Dinner is back at the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at hotel)
Included Activities
- Early morning game drive at Ranthambore National Park
- Afternoon game drive at Ranthambore National Park
Landmarks/POIs Ranthambore National Park - Day 6
Sawai Madhopur to Jaipur
Drive northwest to Jaipur, known as the 'Pink City' because it was first painted that color in 1876 for a royal visit. You'll arrive in time for lunch, then tour the ornate City Palace Museum built by Jai Singh II. After that, explore Jantar Mantar, the UNESCO-listed Royal Observatory. Dinner is at a local restaurant.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner at local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Visit City Palace Museum
- Visit Jantar Mantar Royal Observatory
Landmarks/POIs City Palace Museum Jantar Mantar - Day 7
Holi Festival Celebration
Celebrate Holi, one of India's most vibrant festivals that marks spring and honors divine love. After breakfast, you'll join in Holi celebrations with a local Jaipur family. Wear traditional Indian clothing, watch a Rajasthani folk dance performance, listen to Bollywood music, play with organic colored powders, and try special homemade festive snacks. Later, head back to your room for a bath and rest.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Snack (Traditional Rajasthani special festive homemade specialties like Gujiya and Mathri)
Included Activities
- Holi Festival celebration with local family
- Rajasthani folk dance performance
- Bollywood music and dance
- Traditional festive snacks (Gujiya and Mathri)
- Organic colored powder play
- Day 8
Jaipur
You have the entire day to explore Jaipur on your own terms. Check out Amber Fort, take a rickshaw to Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds), walk through the Royal City Palace, or see the astronomical instruments at Jantar Mantar. Stay overnight at the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Amber Fort
- Rickshaw ride to Hawa Mahal
- Visit Royal City Palace
- Visit Jantar Mantar observatory
Landmarks/POIs Amber Fort Hawa Mahal City Palace Jantar Mantar - Day 9
Jaipur to Jodhpur
The hotel arranges your pickup and transfer to Jodhpur. Settle in at your new accommodation for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 10
Jodhpur
After breakfast, tour Meharangarh Fort, founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha on top of a steep cliff overlooking the city. See the intricately carved red sandstone panels and latticed windows, including the Pearl Palace, Flower Palace, Mirror Palace, a weapons room, and royal furnishings. Next, visit Jaswant Thada, the white marble memorial built in 1899 for Maharaja Jaswant Singh II with cenotaphs for successive rulers. In the evening, check out Umaid Bhawan Palace, Sardar Market, and the Clock Tower. Overnight at the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Meharangarh Fort
- Visit Jaswant Thada
- Evening visit to Umaid Bhawan Palace
- Evening visit to Sardar Market
- Evening visit to Clock Tower
Landmarks/POIs Meharangarh Fort Jaswant Thada Umaid Bhawan Palace Sardar Market - Day 11
Jodhpur to Udaipur
You're picked up and transferred to Udaipur, stopping at Ranakpur Temple on the way. Check into your hotel when you arrive.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Ranakpur Temple
Landmarks/POIs Ranakpur Temple - Day 12
Udaipur
Tour Udaipur's City Palace, one of India's largest royal palaces. Afterward, you'll have free time, and there are optional activities if you're interested. Consider taking a seasonal boat ride on Lake Pichola to see the island palaces of Jag Nivas and Jag Mandir, or catch a cultural performance with seven traditional Rajasthani folk dances.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit City Palace
Optional Activities
- Boat ride on Lake Pichola (seasonal)
- Cultural performance of seven traditional Rajasthani folk dances
Landmarks/POIs City Palace Lake Pichola Jag Nivas Jag Mandir - Day 13
Udaipur to New Delhi
Spend the day exploring Udaipur at your own pace. In the evening, you're transferred to Udaipur airport for your flight to New Delhi. Stay overnight at a hotel there.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 14
Departure
After breakfast, you're transferred to the airport for your onward flights. Your trip concludes.
- Meals
- Breakfast
