Itinerary
Day 1: Delhi
Stop At: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
Pickup at your hotel or airport. Eat lunch on your own and then meet your guide for a tour of some of Delhi’s major highlights. Ride with your driver to Jama Masjid. This large mosque is one of the largest in the world and worth exploring with your guide. Learn how this impressive structure was built by Shah Jahan and check out an ancient copy of the Qur’an before making your way to Raj Ghat, where Ghandi was cremated. Along the way your guide will point out monuments like the Red Fort, Khari Baoli spice market and the Chandni Chowk Bazaar. Make your way to Qutub Minar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built of red sandstone and white marble. See the highest spire in all of India before heading to Humayun’s Tomb. This second UNESCO World Heritage Site is the final resting place of the 16th-century Mughal emperor. Ride in the comfort of your private vehicle past India Gate, an iconic monument built to honor fallen soldiers of World War I
Duration: 7 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-star hotel
Day 2: Delhi - Agra
Stop At: Agra, Agra, Agra District, Uttar Pradesh
Enjoy breakfast in your hotel before venturing out on the 4-hour drive to Agra for an afternoon of sightseeing. Travel in air-conditioned comfort to your accommodation, where you’ll enjoy lunch before heading to the iconic Taj Mahal. Your guide will provide insider information about the impressive white marble structure and the architectural influences of Turkey, India and Islam that can be seen on its façade. From there, head to the red sandstone Agra Fort, where you’ll see more Islamic and Hindu architecture. Look out over the Yamuna River and explore the landscapes of this impressive complex, which was built by Emperor Akbar. The final top of your day in Agra is the Tomb of Itmad-ud-daulah. Known by locals as the Baby Taj, this architectural masterpiece was built in the 1600s and is filled with precious stone detailing and stunning marble work.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-star hotel
Day 3: Agra—Jaipur
Stop At: Jaipur, Jaipur, Jaipur District, Rajasthan
Enjoy breakfast in your hotel before departing in air-conditioned comfort to Jaipur — approximately a 5-hours drive from Agra. Make a stop at Fatehpur Sikri along the way, where you’ll learn about the history of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, which was built by Emperor Akbar in the 1500s. Marvel at the Hindu and Muslim architectural influences as you explore the walled complex and visit Jama Masjid, Panch Mahal and other buildings located on the grounds. Return to your vehicle and make your way to the city of Jaipur, where you’ll check into your hotel and enjoy the evening as you wish. Your driver can deliver you to the local market, where it’s possible to explore the stalls selling fruits, vegetables and crafts without your guide.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-star hotel
Day 4: jaipur
Stop At: Jaipur, Jaipur, Jaipur District, Rajasthan
Relax over breakfast in your hotel before heading out to explore the famed Amber Fort with your guide. Take in incredible views of Maota Lake and learn about the history and design of this fortress from your guide. After lunch, experience the kinetic energy of Jaipur on a city tour of this diverse destination. Follow your guide through the City Palace, where you’ll see traditional textiles, armor and costumes. Once you’ve learned about the reign of Jai Singh II during this informative tour, head to the Palace of the Winds—Hawa Mahal—which looks similar to the crown of the Hindu god, Krishna. Make a stop at the historic stargazing observatory, Jantar Mantar. Your guide will unlock the beauty and charm of this ‘Pink City’ as your tour the gardens, palaces and temples that make Jaipur truly memorable before returning to your hotel.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-star hotel
Day 5: Jaipur—Mandawa
Stop At: Mandawa, Mandawa, Jhunjhunu District, Rajasthan
Enjoy breakfast in your hotel before making your way to Mandawa. Relax in air-conditioned comfort for this four-hour car ride in your private vehicle. Check into your hotel and head out to the streets, where you’ll visit upwards of 20 havelis—beautiful mansions owned by the city’s elite. Admire the extravagance evident in each of these old buildings and uncover the history of places like jhunjhunwala haveli, which was abandoned and left to ruins. After touring the town, stop at Mandawa Fort. This 18th-century structure offers stunning views of the town and beautiful gardens filled with colorful peacocks make for a relaxing afternoon of wandering. Your guide will highlight key elements of this historic structure as you explore the beauty of the interior’s rooms and quarters.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-star hotel
Day 6: Mandawa—Delhi
Stop At: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
fter enjoying breakfast in your hotel, spend the morning sightseeing at your leisure or relaxing in your room. Your private driver is available to take you wherever you wish in Mandawa without your guide. In the afternoon, settle in for a 6-hour ride to Delhi, where you’ll be dropped off at your airport or hotel.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.