Welcome to Delhi

After completing customs, immigration procedures, and luggage retrieval, an India Tours & Travels executive will warmly welcome you at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (Terminal 3) with a customised placard with your name. Your representative will help you get to your centrally located hotel for check-in in comfort.
Delhi, India's amazing capital area, is a city that proudly shows off its amazing past while hurtling boldly into the future. Delhi is a unique representation of India's rich history and vibrant present since it combines historic Mughal grandeur with colonial-era grace and contemporary metropolitan vigour in a manner that no other city in the world really achieves. From the Delhi Sultanate to the Mughal Empire to the British Raj, the layers of history here are really spectacular and provide the ideal setting for all the amazing things that follow on this trip.
Delhi overnight stay (city centre). Hotel Florence or similar (3*); Jaypee Siddhartha or similar (4*); Vasant Continental or similar (5*). Meals: no meals included 

Take in Old and New Delhi's sights

Start an amazing full day of exploration across the different worlds of Old and New Delhi following breakfast.
Begin in Old Delhi, where every monument, mosque, and busy street still bears the imprint of the Mughal emperors. Drive past the spectacular Red Fort and on to Jama Masjid, the biggest mosque in India, an incredible triumph of Mughal construction dominating the Old Delhi skyline. From here, get on a cycle rickshaw for an amazing ride across the small and always fascinating alleys of the Chandni Chowk market—one of Asia's oldest and busiest bazaars, where merchants have traded for more than three centuries. Admire the vivid food booths, exquisite souvenir stores, and the enticing vitality of daily life in old Delhi as you navigate the vivid mayhem. End your Old Delhi adventure with a trip to a globally renowned 200-year-old Attar store (not open on Sundays), where you may find and sample a beautiful variety of non-alcoholic natural fragrances, including Rose, sandalwood, Musk, Amber, and many more, all directly derived from herbs, fruits, flowers, and spices.
Continue to New Delhi in the afternoon for a considerably different but just as fascinating experience. Start at Bangla Sahib Gurudwara, a gorgeous and extremely spiritual Sikh shrine honouring the 8th Sikh Guru, Sri Harkishen Sahib. Go to the holy pond (Sarovar) and see the amazing community kitchen (Langar) that makes and serves free meals to over 40,000 people every single day – a really moving and humbling experience. Drive past the magnificent government structures of New Delhi, including the towering India Gate war memorial; the stately Parliament House; the official residence of the President of India; and the official residence of the Prime Minister. Last but not least, end your day with a trip to the famous Qutub Minar, a gorgeous 73-metre-high tower with five storeys and stylish projecting balconies, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and considered one of Delhi's most important and beautiful sights.
Delhi overnight stay (city centre). Hotel Florence or similar (3*); Jaypee Siddhartha or similar (4*); Vasant Continental or similar (5*). Meals: Breakfast at the hotel’s designated or selected restaurant 

Journey to Jaipur

Check out the following breakfast and set off on a beautiful journey to Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan and among India’s most energetic, vivid, and historically spectacular towns. Jaipur, often known as the Pink City for its distinctive rose-pink-coloured architecture, is a fantastic and vibrant fusion of legacy and contemporary. Visionary Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II first conceived and created the city in the late 17th century; its large royal avenues and magnificent architectural legacy mirror that majestic ambition at every level.
When you get to Jaipur, check into your hotel and spend the afternoon unwinding at your own relaxed pace. Take a lovely and unforgettable tuk-tuk ride through Jaipur's most famous sites as the city lights up gorgeously after dusk, as the evening draws nigh. From the ease of your open tuk-tuk, your first stop is the stunningly lit Albert Hall Museum, where you can appreciate the magnificent Indo-Saracenic design. Then go to the incredibly vibrant Patrika Gate, a richly decorated entrance that showcases Rajasthani craftsmanship and makes for truly amazing photos. The evening ends with a very calm and quiet visit to the Birla Temple, a beautiful white marble shrine devoted to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, where you may observe the soothing Aarti (evening prayer ritual) in a calm and spiritually uplifting setting.
Overnight stay in Jaipur: Arya Niwas or similar (3*); Shahpura House or similar (4* ); Radisson Khasa Kothi or similar (5*). Meals:  Breakfast at the hotel’s designated or selected restaurant

 Discover vibrant and lovely Jaipur

Begin your full day of Jaipur sightseeing with a trip to the famous Hawa Mahal, often referred to as the Palace of Winds, one of the most photographed structures in all of India. This amazing five-storey construction was brilliantly designed with a honeycomb of almost 1,000 tiny latticed windows, enabling the ladies of the royal family to see the vibrant street festivals below without being seen from the street, an intriguing peek into Rajasthan's bygone royal customs.
Next, go to the spectacular Amber Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site prominently located at the top of Aravalli Hill. Every visitor is genuinely in awe of this enormous and magnificent fort-and-palace complex, with its maze-like walkways, elaborate mirror halls, serpentine staircases, and expansive vistas over the neighbouring hills and lakes. Continue your trip to the grand City Palace, constructed by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh between 1729 and 1732, one of the most magnificent and well-maintained royal complexes in all of Rajasthan. The enormous palace is a stunning collection of courtyards, gardens, and buildings, including the exquisite Chandra Mahal and the Mubarak Mahal, each of which recounts its own tale of Rajput grandeur. Next, visit the amazing Jantar Mantar (the Royal Observatory), also a UNESCO World Heritage site, which is the most intricate and scientifically remarkable of the observatories constructed by Jai Singh, featuring sixteen magnificent masonry instruments and six made of metal, all precisely built to measure time, forecast eclipses, and monitor celestial movements.
Next, visit Jaipur's well-known vibrant markets, which range from vivid textiles and exquisitely created crafts to gleaming jewellery and high-quality leather items, where you may discover distinctive souvenirs and fully engage yourself in Rajasthan's rich retail culture. Go back to your hotel and have the rest of the afternoon off. Enjoy a wonderfully entertaining traditional Rajasthani puppet show in the evening, followed by a delectable Rajasthani feast that allows you to fully relish the rich, aromatic, and profoundly gratifying tastes of the region's cherished food.
Stay overnight in Jaipur. Arya Niwas or similar (3*) | Shahpura House or similar (4*) | Radisson Khasa Kothi or similar (5*) Meals:  Breakfast at the hotel’s designated or selected restaurant  & Dinner will be in a local restaurant 

Half-Day Trip to Sanganer

Renowned throughout India and the world for its remarkable custom of hand block printing on cloth, Sanganer is a lively artisan village on the outskirts of Jaipur; after breakfast, set off on an intriguing guided tour to When you get there, soak yourself in the amazing workmanship of Sanganer's master block printers, observing closely as experienced artisans create breathtaking and elaborate designs on cloth using hand-carved wooden blocks – a centuries-old custom that has been handed down through generations of the same families.
The trip offers you a truly fascinating chance to learn about the rich history and strong cultural importance of this amazing craft and to personally observe the amazing attention to detail, workmanship, and patience that goes into every piece. Even better, give block printing a try yourself and bring home a one-of-a-kind, personally made memento from this amazing trip. Go back to your hotel in Jaipur and take the rest of the day at your own pace—kick back, see the sights nearby, or peruse the fantastic stores and markets of the city.
Staying in Jaipur overnight. Arya Niwas or similar (3*) | Shahpura House or similar (4*) | Radisson Khasa Kothi or similar (5*) Meals:  Breakfast at the hotel’s designated or selected restaurant

Journey to Deogarh

Drive about four to five hours after breakfast to the undiscovered treasure of Deogarh, a really beautiful and profoundly gratifying trip. This exquisitely charming mediaeval town, poetically known as the Abode of the Gods, provides a very tranquil and genuine retreat deep in the heart of rural Rajasthan.
Perched on a rocky hillock with views of the surrounding countryside, the amazing Fort Deogarh is among Rajasthan's most evocative and historically interesting legacy sites. The royal family themselves have lovingly and painstakingly turned the fort into a boutique heritage hotel. They still live in part of the palace and personally manage its daily operations with great pride and attention. Built in the 17th century, this magnificent fort provides breathtaking and expansive panoramic views of the Aravalli Mountain range and the glittering lakes dotting the surrounding landscape below, creating an authentic and profoundly emotional sensation of ageless Rajasthani beauty.
Check into the hotel upon reaching Deogarh, then spend the rest of the day unwinding totally at your leisure. This lovely and leisurely afternoon allows you to fully enjoy the amazing beauty and serenity of this really remarkable location, whether you opt to relax in the sophisticated and atmospheric environs of the fort itself, take in the stunning views from the battlements, or stroll leisurely through the charming and tranquil town below.
Overnight stay in Deogarh.  Deogarh Mahal or similar (Heritage – finest in the region) Meals: Breakfast & Dinner at hotel’s designated or selected restaurant 

Deogarh

Following a delectable and relaxed breakfast, embark on a truly unique and profoundly unforgettable adventure—a rural train safari aboard a vintage metre-gauge train, initially constructed in the 1930s during the British era. This leisurely and exquisitely atmospheric train trip provides a rare and personal look at the scenic splendour of the Aravalli hills as the train slowly meanders along, spanning 17 U-shaped bridges and tunnels over 17 kilometres in about two hours. This is slow travel at its best, immersing you totally in the laid-back rhythms of life in rural Rajasthan and the breathtakingly gorgeous natural surroundings that unfold softly at every curve.
You have the rest of the day all to yourself to relax in the peaceful setting of Deogarh once you get back to the hotel. Take a beautiful drive through the breathtaking rural scenery around the town as the evening draws near, passing through cattle fields, open plains, and classic rural villages. Seize the chance to have sincere and friendly talks with local people, which will offer you an interesting and personal insight into rural life and the people who have called this amazing land home for generations.
Nestled inside a stunning cavernous rock formation, pay a visit to a spectacular cave temple devoted to Lord Shiva during this evening rural walk. A short walk to the stony summit above exposes a stunning panoramic vista of the surrounding scenery, rich with dramatic black volcanic rocks that stand out against the vivid vegetation of the valley below. Continue to a close, peaceful lake as dusk descends, an ideal and serene backdrop for refreshments while observing the golden Rajasthani sunset. The lake provides local animals and migratory birds with a refuge as well, making it a really beautiful area for birdwatchers.
Deogarh overnight stay. Deogarh Mahal or similar (Heritage – top in the region). Meals: Breakfast & Dinner at the hotel’s designated or selected restaurant 

Travel to Udaipur and stop at Ranakpur Jain Temple along the way.

Following breakfast, check out and embark on a beautiful drive to Udaipur (approx. 4 to 5 hours), with a truly spectacular en route stop at the magnificent Ranakpur Jain Temple (opens at 12:00 noon).

Many people believe this amazing 15th-century construction wonder to be among the best and most elaborately carved instances of Jain temple construction anywhere in India. The temple, which is dedicated to Tirthankara Adinatha, has more than 1,400 one-of-a-kind and individually carved marble pillars—no two of which are exactly alike; each tells its own exquisitely detailed story of mythology, allegiance, and remarkable workmanship. Every visitor will be really astounded by the sheer size, beauty, and craftsmanship of Ranakpur.

Continue your drive to Udaipur, which is known as the City of Lakes and is thought to be one of the most beautiful and romantic cities in the whole world. Udaipur is renowned for its glistening lakefront palaces, lavish royal palaces, warm subtropical climate, and colourful local markets; it offers a wonderfully calm yet quietly bustling environment that provides this amazing golden triangle trip with a somewhat romantic midpoint. Check into your hotel upon arrival and savour a totally peaceful and laid-back evening, relishing the unparalleled beauty of this enchanted lakeside metropolis.

Stay overnight in Udaipur. Swaroop Vilas or similar (3*) | Lake Pichola or similar (4* Heritage) | Amet Haveli or similar (Heritage) Meals: Breakfast at the hotel’s designated or selected restaurant.

Views of Udaipur

Enjoy a gorgeously paced city tour of Udaipur after breakfast, a city that seems as if it was created just for adoration, adventure, and love.

Start by going to the Jagdish Temple, which is very important and beautiful. It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is thought to be the most spiritual and stunning temple in all of Udaipur. Richly carved stone sculptures, majestic black stone sculptures, and a wonderfully peaceful setting provide for a really poignant experience at Jagdish Temple that sets the tone for the remainder of the day. Next, visit the magnificent City Palace, constructed in 1559 by Maharana Udai Singh on the shores of the glistening Lake Pichola, the biggest royal residence complex in all of Rajasthan. This stunning marble and granite building, the main seat of power from which the Maharanas ruled for centuries, now holds a remarkable collection of beautiful courtyards, royal pavilions, mirrored corridors, hanging terraces, lovely gardens, and an intriguing museum highlighting the greatest aspects of Rajputana art, royal armoury, and cultural legacy.

At last, cap off your day with one of the most romantic and unforgettable events the whole trip has to offer—a sunset boat ride on Lake Pichola, complete with a beautiful stop at the famous Jag Mandir island palace. The beauty of this moment is just impossible to express since the golden Rajasthani sun sinks slowly over the lake and the castles start to shine in its mellow light. Go back to your hotel and unwind for a quiet evening in Udaipur.

Staying in Udaipur overnight. Swaroop Vilas or similar (3*) | Lake Pichola or similar (4* Heritage) | Amet Haveli or similar (Heritage) Meals: Breakfast at the hotel’s designated or selected restaurant.

Travel to Bundi, Travelling to Chittorgarh Fort

Following breakfast, depart for Bundi (around 3 to 4 hours drive), an exquisitely alluring and refreshingly calm town rich in history, architectural beauty, and real old-world Rajasthani charm that most visitors never find. Along the way, make a really spectacular stop for a visit to the famous Chittorgarh Fort - one of India's grandest, most storied, and most historically powerful castles, as well as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Chittorgarh Fort, located atop a 180-meter-high hill and spanning an impressive 700 acres, offers a glimpse into the bravery and rich history of Rajasthan's famed Rajput fighters. You come across magnificent palaces, elaborately carved temples, and soaring entrances, each bearing strong testimony to the fort's illustrious, tumultuous, and profoundly heroic history as you explore its expansive, well-preserved complex. Among the important features are the magnificent Rana Kumbha Palace, the towering Tower of Victory (Vijay Stambh), and the graceful Rani Padmini's Palace, which is exquisitely encircled by a serene and reflecting lotus pool.

Continue your drive to Bundi, a city known for its stunning historic stepwells (baoris), hillside castle, and atmospheric temples set against the magnificent Aravalli mountains. Check into your lodging upon arrival, then spend the rest of the day at your leisure absorbing the distinctive and wonderfully laid-back charm of Bundi's small lanes, where each whitewashed wall and hidden courtyard recounts a tale of the town's proud and vibrant royal history.

Stay the night in Bundi. Ishwari Niwas or similar (3* Heritage) | Hadoti Palace or similar (4* & 5* Heritage) Meals: Breakfast at the hotel’s designated or selected restaurant.

Travel to Ranthambore National Park and Sightseeing in Bundi

Enjoy a breathtakingly beautiful sightseeing tour of Bundi after breakfast, a city that rewards patient exploration and really shocks at every turn. Start your trip with a stop at the grand Bundi Palace, which sits high up on a steep hill with a direct view of the town below. Renowned throughout Rajasthan for its amazing collection of elaborate murals and frescoes portraying vibrant scenes of royal court life, hunting trips, and old mythological stories, the palace is a true and very gorgeous representation of Bundi's remarkable artistic legacy.

Next, tour the magnificent Taragarh Fort, a majestic and partially damaged hilltop fortress providing expansive and amazing panoramic views of Bundi and the surrounding Aravalli landscape. Proceed to Bundi's well-known stepwells (baoris), such as the exquisitely carved Raniji ki Baori, an exquisitely decorated multi-story stepwell that formerly functioned as both a crucial community water supply and a cool, shaded haven during the scorching Rajasthani summers.
After seeing Bundi, carry on your trip to Ranthambore National Park (approx. a 2.5 to 3-hour drive), which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a former royal hunting ground for the Jaipur Maharajas, and one of the finest locations in all of India to observe Bengal tigers living wild and free in their natural jungle environment. Check into your accommodation and unwind for the remainder of the day upon arrival, cultivating your anticipation for the amazing wildlife excursions tomorrow offers.

Ranthambore overnight remains at Shergarh Resort or similar (3*) | Ranthambore Regency or similar (4*) | Tigress or similar (5) Meals: Breakfast & Dinner at hotel’s designated or selected restaurant .

Ranthambore —Jungle Safaris

Today offers the most exhilaratingly anticipated experience of the entire adventure – not one but two wildlife safaris throughout the exceptional landscapes of Ranthambore National Park, largely considered among India's greatest and most atmospheric tiger reserves.
Get ready for your first wildlife safari in a shared Jeep early in the morning; this is the most intimate and thrilling way to see the park. Ranthambore's remarkably varied and dramatic landscape ranges from the softly rolling slopes of the Vindhyas to the sharp conical summits of the Aravallis, with dense Dhok woodlands, wide grasslands, plateaus, lush meadows in the valleys, and vivid vegetation along the park's canals and waterways being defining characteristics.
Although the famous Bengal tiger, one of the strongest and stunningly beautiful animals on Earth, is clearly the main attraction at Ranthambore, the park also houses a remarkable and varied array of fauna. You could come across leopards, caracals, hyenas, jackals, jungle cats, marsh crocodiles, wild boars, sloth bears, spotted deer, sambar, and an amazing array of bird species, including eagles, owlets, kingfishers, and painted storks, during your safaris.
In the afternoon, set off on your second thrilling tiger safari across Ranthambore in a shared Jeep, providing you with a second and equally amazing chance to see tigers and other amazing animals in their natural and untouched jungle habitat. Two safaris in one day increases your chances of an amazing tiger encounter by allowing you to see more territory, investigate several parts of the park, and make the most of your possibilities.
Stay in Ranthambore overnight. Shergarh Resort or similar (3*); Ranthambore Regency or similar (4*); Tigress or similar (5*) Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner at hotel’s designated or selected restaurant.

Travel to Agra

Following a lovely last breakfast in Ranthambore, set off on a picturesque drive (about 4 to 5 hours) to the fascinating city of Agra, one of India's most captivating and emotionally impactful cities and the breathtaking home of the internationally famous Taj Mahal.
When you get to Agra, check into your hotel and spend the rest of the day exactly at your leisure—whether that means lounging by the pool, treating yourself to a calming spa treatment, or just kicking back and taking in the peaceful and profoundly historical ambiance of this remarkable city in quiet and joyful anticipation of tomorrow's truly unforgettable dawn visit.
Staying in Agra overnight. Howard Plaza or similar (3*) Grand Mercure or similar (4*) Jaypee Palace or similar (5*) Meals: Breakfast at the hotel’s designated or selected restaurant 

Agra: See the Taj Mahal and other Mughal treasures

For the most unforgettable and profoundly touching experience of the whole trip, visit to the Taj Mahal  (closed on Fridays), one of the most famous, most photographed, and most emotionally powerful landmarks in the entire world at sunrise. One unforgettable experience no picture can really convey is watching the Taj Mahal's pristine white marble surface change in the morning light from the faintest hues of pink through gold to brilliant white. (Please note: a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal is dependent on the weather circumstances at the moment.)
Before returning to your hotel for a leisurely breakfast, stroll through the exquisitely kept Mughal gardens, marvel at the remarkably delicate calligraphy etched across the marble front, and examine the elaborate Pietra Dura inlay work, a mosaic technique employing semi-precious stones set into marble. Continue your exploration of Agra with a visit to the imposing Agra Fort — originally built as a military stronghold, this remarkable semi-circular red sandstone fort is filled with underground structures, intricate marble palaces, and fascinating mazes that offer deep insight into the military and courtly grandeur of the Mughal era.
Then, go to the magnificent Baby Taj (Itimad-ud-Daulah), which is known as the Jewel Box of Mughal Architecture and is considered one of India's most beautiful and well-proportioned mausoleums. The elaborate marble carvings, exquisite semi-precious stone inlay work, and the immaculate white of its colour emanate a feeling of refinement, intimacy, and unparalleled serenity, totally different from the grandeur of the Taj Mahal — and equally breathtaking in its own more subdued manner. Make a lovely stop at a local sweet store to taste the well-known Petha, a distinctively North Indian translucent candy made from white pumpkin, mildly seasoned and absolutely unlike anything you will have tasted before, before going back to your hotel.
Staying in Agra overnight. Howard Plaza or similar (3*) | Grand Mercure or similar (4*) | Jaypee Palace or similar (5*) Meals: Breakfast at hotel’s designated or selected restaurant.

Journey to Delhi and Departure

Following a leisurely and final breakfast at your Agra hotel, your India Tours & Travels executive helps you with a pleasant direct transfer to Delhi International or Domestic Airport (about a 4- to 5-hour drive) to catch your flight back to the UK or your next destination.
Take a quiet moment to think on all this amazing 15-day journey has given you as you travel the familiar route back across the Indian countryside for the very last time—the historic forts and romantic palaces of Rajasthan, the warm and kind hospitality of the Indian people, the raw and exhilarating thrill of the Ranthambore National Park safari, and the timeless and unforgettable beauty of the Taj Mahal at sunrise.
India has a way of getting under your skin and staying there—and we hope this trip has provided you with memories, moments, and experiences you will joyfully carry with you for the rest of your life.
No room on this day. Meals: Breakfast at the hotel’s designated or selected restaurant