Itinerary
- Day 1
Delhi
You'll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel in Delhi. After you settle in, the day is open for you to do what you like. Grab lunch somewhere, take it easy at the hotel, or head out and get a feel for the city's mix of old history and new development.
Optional Activities
- Explore Delhi city on your own
- Grab lunch at a local restaurant
- Relax at the hotel
Landmarks/POIs Yamuna River - Day 2
Delhi
Start with a guided tour through Old Delhi's narrow streets, stopping at the massive Jama Masjid and taking a rickshaw through the crowded energy of Chandni Chowk to reach the Red Fort. Then move to New Delhi to see Raj Ghat, India Gate, and the President's House. In the afternoon, head to Humayun's Tomb and Qutub Minar. There's an optional food tour if you want to try local street food.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Old Delhi and Shahjahanabad
- Visit Jama Masjid
- Rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk
- Photo stop at Red Fort
- Visit Raj Ghat memorial
- Drive past India Gate
- Drive past President's House
- Visit Humayun's Tomb
- Visit Qutub Minar
Optional Activities
- Optional food tour in Old Delhi sampling jalebis, spiced samosas, Raj Kachori, stuffed parathas, kulia ki chaat, rabri-faluda, chole bhature, and sweet lassi
Landmarks/POIs Jama Masjid Chandni Chowk Red Fort Raj Ghat India Gate President's House Humayun's Tomb Qutub Minar - Day 3
Delhi to Agra
You'll leave Delhi early for a 4 to 5 hour drive to Agra, passing through countryside and highways. After checking into your hotel, spend the afternoon visiting the Taj Mahal and exploring Agra Fort with its red sandstone walls and interior spaces. Later you can relax at the hotel, or there's an optional evening show called Mohabbate Taj if you're interested.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour of Agra
- Visit Taj Mahal
- Visit Agra Fort
Optional Activities
- Mohabbate Taj Show (1.5-hour evening performance about the Taj Mahal legend)
Landmarks/POIs Taj Mahal Agra Fort Pearl Mosque Jahangir Mahal Sheesh Mahal Musamman Burj - Day 4
Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur
Start early at the Taj Mahal, then come back for breakfast. From there, drive out to Fatehpur Sikri, the abandoned red-sandstone city built by Emperor Akbar. Spend time walking around this historic place. Late afternoon you'll head toward Jaipur and check in at your hotel. Keep in mind the Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Taj Mahal
- Visit Fatehpur Sikri
Landmarks/POIs Taj Mahal Fatehpur Sikri - Day 5
Jaipur
Your private guide meets you for a full day exploring Jaipur. Take a jeep up to Amber Fort on the hilltop for sweeping views, then visit City Palace which blends Rajasthani and Mughal styles together. See the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) and check out Jantar Mantar, an 18th-century astronomical observatory. The rest of the day is free. There's also an optional leopard safari if you want to go out into the rugged terrain.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Amber Fort with jeep ride
- Visit City Palace
- Visit Hawa Mahal
- Visit Jantar Mantar
Optional Activities
- Optional leopard safari through Jaipur's rugged terrain
Landmarks/POIs Amber Fort City Palace Hawa Mahal Jantar Mantar - Day 6
Jaipur to Goa
You'll be transferred to Jaipur airport for your flight to Goa. Once you arrive and get to your hotel, the rest of the day is yours. Walk around the golden beaches, take in the seaside feel, or check out the nightlife scene. Note that the domestic flight isn't included in this package, but we can book it for you for an extra cost.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Goa's beaches
- Explore local markets
- Visit seaside cafés
- Experience Goa's nightlife
- Day 7
Goa
This day is free for you to spend however you like. Relax on the beaches, walk through local markets looking for handicrafts and souvenirs, sit at seaside cafes with views of the Arabian Sea, or visit some of the historic churches and Portuguese-style buildings from Goa's colonial past.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Relax on one of Goa's golden beaches
- Explore local markets for handicrafts and souvenirs
- Unwind at a seaside café
- Visit Goa's historic churches
- Explore Portuguese-era architecture
- Day 8
Goa
Another free day to enjoy Goa at your own pace. You could take a short cruise on the Mandovi River, try water sports like kayaking or parasailing, or just spend the day on the beach. In the evening, try some local seafood or catch a traditional music and dance performance.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Short cruise along Mandovi River
- Water sports (kayaking or parasailing)
- Relax on the beach
- Sample Goa's seafood
- Attend traditional music and dance performance
Landmarks/POIs Mandovi River - Day 9
Goa
After your final breakfast, you'll have some time before your departure flight depending on when you're leaving. You might explore more of Goa, grab a coffee, or simply relax before your transfer to the airport.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Further explore Goa
- Grab a coffee
- Relax at the hotel or beach
