Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Delhi
You'll arrive in Delhi and meet your representative at Gate 4, then head into Old Delhi to see the massive Jama Masjid. From there, it's a pedal rickshaw ride through the busy Chandni Chowk Market, followed by a stop at Rajghat where Mahatma Gandhi is buried. The afternoon takes you through Colonial Delhi to check out Parliament House, the President's House, and India Gate. By evening you'll finish at the Qutub Minar UNESCO site before heading to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Jama Masjid, the largest Friday Mosque in India
- Pedal rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk Market
- Visit Rajghat - Tomb of Mahatma Gandhi
- Drive through Rajpath to view Parliament House, President's House, and India Gate
- Visit Qutub Minar UNESCO World Heritage Site
Landmarks/POIs Jama Masjid Chandni Chowk Market Rajghat Parliament House President's House India Gate Qutub Minar - Day 2
Delhi to Jaipur
Drive to Jaipur and spend time at Galta Ji Temple, also called the Monkey Temple, which has sacred water tanks and lots of free-roaming monkeys around. After that, you'll visit Birla Temple, built entirely in white marble with detailed carvings from Hindu epics. Check in to your hotel for the night once you're done exploring.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Galta Ji Temple (Monkey Temple) with its sacred water tanks and monkey population
- Visit Birla Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Laxmi
Landmarks/POIs Galta Ji Temple Birla Temple - Day 3
Jaipur
Start with Amber Fort, which sits on a hilltop and shows off some great Rajput architecture. You'll stop by the famous Hawa Mahal to grab some photos, then move on to City Palace, a collection of princely buildings with a museum featuring carpets and miniatures. Later on, check out Jantar Mantar, an 18th-century astronomical observatory with a 27-meter high sundial. Spend some time looking at local handicrafts before heading back to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Amber Fort with its Rajput architecture
- Photo stop at Hawa Mahal
- Visit City Palace and its museum of carpets and miniatures
- Visit Jantar Mantar Astronomical Observatory with the 27-meter sundial
- Explore local handicraft items and shopping
Landmarks/POIs Amber Fort Hawa Mahal City Palace Jantar Mantar - Day 4
Jaipur to Ranthambore
Drive to Ranthambore and check in to your hotel. In the evening, head out on a safari through Ranthambore National Park in a shared vehicle. Watch for Bengal tigers and other wildlife in their natural habitat during this trip through one of India's top tiger reserves.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Evening safari in shared vehicle in Ranthambore National Park
Landmarks/POIs Ranthambore National Park - Day 5
Ranthambore
You'll do two safaris in Ranthambore National Park today, one in the morning and one in late afternoon, which are the best times to see Bengal tigers. A government lottery system picks the safari routes, but you'll encounter native wildlife and birdlife on whichever path you get. Each safari takes about 3.5 hours, with roughly 30 minutes of travel time to get out there.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Morning jungle safari in shared vehicle in Ranthambore National Park
- Late afternoon jungle safari in shared vehicle in Ranthambore National Park
Landmarks/POIs Ranthambore National Park - Day 6
Ranthambore to Agra
Head to Agra with a stop at Fatehpur Sikri, a red sandstone ghost city built by Emperor Akbar that was abandoned after just twelve years. Once you reach Agra, visit Itimad-ud-Daulah, also known as Baby Taj, which was the first white marble monument built in Agra and has beautiful interior frescoes. Check into your hotel once you're finished sightseeing.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Fatehpur Sikri, the ghost city built by Emperor Akbar
- Visit Itimad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj)
Landmarks/POIs Fatehpur Sikri Itimad-ud-Daulah - Day 7
Agra
Start at 7:30 am and head to the Taj Mahal, a white marble monument built by Emperor Shah Jahan with semi-precious stones as a tribute to his wife Mumtaj Mahal. Later in the day, explore Agra Fort, which sits on the riverbank and contains palaces and royal gardens that housed Mughal rulers for many years. Return to your hotel for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit the Taj Mahal
- Visit Agra Fort
Landmarks/POIs Taj Mahal Agra Fort - Day 8
Agra to Delhi
Transfer to Delhi in the morning, stopping at Vrindavan on the way, the spiritual city known for its temples and connection to Krishna. When you reach Delhi, you'll be dropped at the airport for your next flight or at whatever other location you prefer.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Vrindavan temples
Landmarks/POIs Vrindavan Temples
