We Love —
- Immersing yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of Rajasthan, exploring its stunning monuments like the majestic Amber Fort and the iconic Taj Mahal.
- Indulging in the bold and vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine, with a must-try dish like dal baati churma, a traditional Rajasthani specialty of hearty lentils, crispy bread, and sweet grains.
- Relaxing on a scenic boat cruise across Lake Pichola in Udaipur, taking in breathtaking views as you glide towards the stunning Jag Mandir Palace.
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Your itinerary in brief —
Your itinerary:
- Day 1: Arrival in Delhi
- Day 2: Delhi
- Day 3: Delhi - Mandawa
- Day 4: Mandawa - Khimsar
- Day 5: Khimsar - Osian - Jodhpur
- Day 6: Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur
- Day 7: Udaipur
- Day 8: Udaipur - Jaipur
- Day 9: Jaipur
- Day 10: Jaipur- Fatehpur Sikri - Agra
- Day 11: Agra - Delhi
- Day 12: Departure
Please note: your itinerary may have minor adjustments, but your overall trip experience will remain the same.
Your itinerary in detail —
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN DELHI
India's capital and a major gateway to the country, New Delhi is a bustling metropolis that successfully combines the ancient with the modern. Among the rapidly spiralling skyscrapers, vestiges of a bygone era stand as silent testimonies to the region's former glory. The first impressions for any visitor arriving from the airport are of a spacious, leafy city, lined with trees and dotted with many beautiful parks.
- Arrive at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL).
- After passing through customs, immigration and luggage reclaim, you'll be met by a representative.
- You'll be escorted to your transfer vehicle after you exit the Arrivals Hall.
- Enjoy a smooth transfer to your hotel for check-in.
Overnight stay at your selected hotel.
DAY 2: DELHI
The division between New Delhi and Old Delhi also marks the division between the capitals of the British and the Moghols, respectively. The old city is steeped in tradition, and it's there that you'll discover life in all its facets, colours and charms.
Your Imperial Delhi tour today will include a visit to the Qutub Minar, India's tallest stone tower, built by Qutub-ud-din Aibak in 1199. You'll also pass the imposing India Gate, the Parliament building and the Rastrapathi Bhawan, the President's residence.
- After breakfast, set off on a combined tour of old and new Delhi.
- Begin by visiting Old Delhi. The tour will begin with Raj Ghat, a simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.
- Drive past Red Fort (closed on Mondays and national holidays). This World Heritage Site is considered one of the most spectacular examples of Mughal architecture.
- Continue to the Jama Masjid, one of Asia's largest mosques by rickshaw.
- After visiting Old Delhi, you will be taken to New Delhi, which reveals the legacy left by the British, including architecture, infrastructure and a cultural imprint.
- Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant.
- Return to the hotel after a very exhilarating sightseeing tour.
Overnight stay at your selected hotel.
Breakfast and dinner included.
DAY 3: DELHI - MANDAWA (155 miles - 5 hours)
The ruler Rajput of Mandawa built a fort in 1755 to protect this trading post, which stood on the ancient caravan routes linking China and the Middle East. The town that grew up around the fort attracted a large community of traders who settled here. When caravan traffic ceased at the end of the XVIIIth century, the traders established trading empires in other parts of the country but returned to Mandawa to build palatial mansions in their hometown.
- After breakfast, depart from Delhi for Mandawa - a remote feudal principality in the centre of the Shekhawati region.
- Upon arrival, you'll check in at your hotel.
- In the afternoon, explore this fairytale town, renowned for its colourful frescoes on a wide variety of subjects (ranging from the religious to the erotic, to witty social satires), done in the inimitable style of local artists. Every house here is adorned with cheerfully painted frescoes that illuminate the barren landscape.
Overnight stay at your selected hotel.
Breakfast and dinner included.
DAY 4: MANDAWA - KHIMSAR (130 miles - 4 hrs)
In Khimsar, golden sands stretch to the horizon, surrounding centuries-old forts and quiet villages that echo the grandeur of Rajasthan’s royal past.
- After breakfast begin the journey to Khimsar and discover Khimsar Village on the way.
- Check in to your hotel before departing on an afternoon jeep safari.
Overnight stay at your selected hotel.
Breakfast and dinner included.
DAY 5: KHIMSAR - JODHPUR (68 miles - 2 hours)
Jodhpur, often called "the Blue City" for its vivid blue-painted houses, sits nestled at the base of the imposing Mehrangarh Fort, a massive sandstone bastion that has withstood centuries of history.
- After breakfast, depart for Jodhpur, stopping to visit Osian a long the way to marvel at its temples dating back to the 8th to the 11th century.
- Continue to Jodhpur and check in to your hotel
- In the afternoon, enjoy a guided tour of Mehrangarh Fort, with its royal palaces and museums showcasing Rathore treasures, followed by a visit to Jaswant Thada, a beautiful marble memorial honoring the beloved ruler Jaswant Singh II and the royal cenotaphs nearby.
Overnight stay at your selected hotel.
Breakfast and dinner included.
DAY 6: JODHPUR - UDAIPUR (183 miles - 6 hours)
DAY 7: UDAIPUR
- Visit the exquisite City Palace
- In the afternoon, explore the Jagdish Temple, a 16th-century temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
- Scenic drive past Fateh Sagar Lake.
- Visit to Sahelion-ki-Bari, the Garden of the Maids-of-Honor.
- Lunch at a fine-dining restaurant
- Afternoon boat cruise on Lake Pichola, with a stop at Jag Mandir Palace, known for its marble pavilion and dome.
Overnight stay at your selected hotel.
Breakfast and dinner included.
DAY 8: UPAIPUR - JAIPUR (261 MILES - 7 HOURS)
Renowned for its magnificent palaces and bustling markets, Jaipur is home to incredible landmarks such as the grand Hawa Mahal and the impressive Amber Fort, showcasing its royal heritage.
- Morning drive to Jaipur, with a stop in the historic city of Pushkar.
- Visit the Brahma Temple, the only temple in the world dedicated to Lord Brahma, featuring a red spire, marble interiors, and sacred swan imagery.
- Explore Pushkar Lake, a revered pilgrimage site surrounded by 52 ghats and over 400 temples, offering a stunning, serene view.
- Continue drive to Jaipur, known for its vibrant culture, majestic forts, and colorful desert landscapes.
- Check in at the hotel upon arrival in Jaipur.
Overnight stay at your selected hotel.
Breakfast and dinner included.
DAY 9: JAIPUR
DAY 10: JAIPUR - FATEHPUR SIKRI - AGRA
- Breakfast included
- Transfer to Fathepur Sikiri
- Discover The Great Mosque and The Jewel House
- Transfer to Agra for check-in at the hotel
- Visit to Agra Fort
Dinner and overnight at your hotel
DAY 11: AGRA - DELHI
Agra, a city steeped in history, is best known for the Taj Mahal, one of the most iconic monuments in the world. Beyond this marble masterpiece, Agra offers a wealth of Mughal-era architecture, including the imposing Agra Fort and the intricate tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah.
- Breakfast included
- Visit the Taj Mahal (please be advised it is closed every Friday)
- Transfer to Delhi and check in to hotel
- Leisure time
Dinner and overnight at your hotel
DAY 12: DEPART FROM DELHI
- Breakfast included
- Transfer from hotel to Delhi Airport
Important information about your tour and visits The hotels, which comply with local standards, are indicative and may be changed locally for hotels of a similar category. The itinerary is subject to changes due to compelling reasons
such as delayed flights, weather conditions or other cases of force majeure. The order of visits is also subject to change.
Your hotels —
Your accomodation
Maximum room capacity
For your comfort, you'll stay in Standard Rooms in 4* or 5* hotels and boutique establishments.
4* hotels & boutique establishments:
- Delhi: Rhythm Gururgam 4* or similar
- Mandawa: Vivaana Culture Hotel (H) or similar
- Khimsar: WelcomHotel Khimsar Fort (H) or similar
- Jodhpur: Fort Khejarla (H) or similar
- Udaipur: Pride Udaipur 4* or similar
- Jaipur: Suryaa Villa - A Boutique Heritage Haveli (H) or similar
- Agra: Grand Mercure / Fairfield By Marriott 4* or similar
- Delhi: Zone Connect by the Park - Saket 4* or similar
4 & 5* hotels & boutique establishments:
- Delhi: WelcomHotel Dwarka 5* or similar
- Mandawa: Vivaana Culture Hotel (H) or similar
- Khimsar: WelcomHotel Khimsar Fort (H) or similar
- Jodhpur: Indana Palace 5* or similar
- Udaipur: Bamboo Saa Resort & Spa 4* or similar
- Jaipur: Suryaa Villa - A Boutique Heritage Haveli 4*
- Agra: Fairfiled By Marriott / Grand Mercure 4* or similar
- Delhi: WelcomHotel Dwarka 5* or similar
Hotels listed in the programme; if unavailable, will be substituted with accommodation in hotels of a similar category.
Your dining choices
During your tour, you'll enjoy half board (excluding drinks). Relish a daily buffet breakfast and dinner at all venues (starting with breakfast on day 2, until breakfast on day 12).
Included extras —
English speaking guide
eSIM with 1GB internet
Enjoy easy access to the internet with a handy 1GB eSIM, bookable at the next stage of the booking process. Install your eSIM before departure in just a few taps.
Note: please check that your phone is eSIM-compatible before departure.
Optional extras —
eSIM with 2GB internet
Enjoy easy access to the internet with a handy 2GB, bookable at the next stage of the booking process. Install your eSIM before departure in just a few taps.
Note: please check that your phone is eSIM-compatible before departure.
Optional services —
Upgrade to full board
Treat yourself to a full board stay and upgrade at the next step of the booking process. Breakfast, lunch and your evening meal will be served in the main restaurant (drinks excluded, conditions apply.)
Your journey to India —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Your destination —
New Delhi
A trip to New Delhi, India's dynamic capital, will introduce you to teeming bazaars, tree-lined boulevards, fascinating temples and historically important mosques. Somewhere between a place of intense spirituality and a dynamic eastern metropolis, this city offers something for all its visitors.
Its turbulent history is reflected in a wide variety of architectural styles, which testify to how the city has been destroyed and rebuilt many times. To see an example of the city's diverse cultural heritage, visit the Qutab Minar. This sandstone and marble brick minaret marked the beginning of Muslim rule in India. A short distance away, walkable by rickshaw, is the Presidential Palace (Rashtrapati Bhavan), where you can see the English and Indian architectural influences that characterise much of New Delhi. Walking along Rajpath Avenue (the King's Way), one can admire the Gateway of India, the monument to the Indian nation.
