Delhi (arrival)

Rashtrapati Bhavan - Welcome to the vibrant city of Delhi! Upon your flight arrival, dive straight into the lively atmosphere of India’s capital and its second most populous city. Known as one of the world’s oldest cities, Delhi’s significance is rooted not only in its historical role as the seat of empires and its stunning monuments but also in its rich and diverse cultures.
A private car with a driver will greet you at Delhi Airport and take you to your hotel for check-in. After refreshing, head out for a tour of Delhi. Drive past Rashtrapati Bhavan (the residence of the President of India) and visit India Gate (a memorial to 82,000 soldiers of the Indian Army who died between 1914–21 in the First World War). Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Delhi.

Delhi (sightseeing)

Humayun’s Tomb - After breakfast, embark on a sightseeing tour. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site, Humayun’s Tomb. Built in 1570, it holds cultural significance as the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent. Next, explore the magnificent Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque, constructed by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1644 and 1656. Then, visit the bustling Chandni Chowk – one of Old Delhi’s oldest and busiest markets. Enjoy a rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk.
Have lunch at a nice restaurant. Later, visit the towering Qutub Minar (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), a 73-meter (239.5 feet) tall tapering tower of five stories. Qutb ud Din Aibak, the founder of the Delhi Sultanate, built it around 1192 CE. Afterwards, visit Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, one of Delhi’s most prominent Sikh temples, known for its association with the eighth Sikh Guru, Guru Har Krishan.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Delhi.

Delhi – Agra

Agra Fort - After breakfast, check out from the hotel and head towards Agra. Arrive in Agra by the afternoon. Welcome to the city of Wonder, home to the Taj Mahal – one of the seven wonders of the world. Pictures cannot fully capture the magnificence of the Taj Mahal, a symbol of love. You must see it to believe it. Agra was once the historic capital of the Mughal empire.
Have lunch at a nice restaurant. Check-in at the hotel and freshen up. In the late afternoon, visit Agra Fort, a historical fort that served as the main residence of the Mughal emperors until 1638. Walking through the courtyards of this palatial red-sandstone and marble fortress, you’ll be amazed by its history as narrated by the guide. In the evening, visit the local market to experience the true essence of Agra city. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Agra.

Agra - Ranthambore

Taj Mahal - Early in the morning, visit the spectacular Taj Mahal (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) at sunrise. Built by Shah Jahan in 1560 in memory of his queen Mumtaz Mahal, it enshrines her mortal remains. [Note: Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays.]
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and head towards Ranthambore. Once a private game reserve of the royal House of Jaipur, Ranthambore National Park and Tiger Reserve is one of the world’s best-known wilderness areas. Ranthambore offers some of the finest opportunities for sighting the magnificent tiger in the wild. This dry-deciduous forest system, with its mix of rolling hills, crags, meadows, lakes, and rivulets, is home to an incredible variety of flora and fauna.
Arrive in Ranthambore by evening and check in at the hotel. The evening is at your leisure. Enjoy watching the sunset over the Aravali and Vindhya hill ranges. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel in Ranthambore.

Ranthambore (jungle safaris)

Ranthambore Tiger Reserve - Early in the morning, embark on a jungle safari tour at 6:00 am. Ranthambore National Park is one of India’s finest tiger reserves, making it a perfect place for wildlife photography. Later, return to the hotel, have breakfast, and relax.
Have lunch at the resort. In the late afternoon, head out again for a jungle safari around 3:00 pm, this time on a different path. You might have a good chance of sighting Indian tigers. Spend some time exploring the area; the forests around Ranthambore Fort were once the private hunting grounds of the Kings of Jaipur.
The evening is at your leisure. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the resort in Ranthambore.

Ranthambore – Jaipur

Pink City - After breakfast, check out from the hotel and head towards the Pink City - Jaipur, known for its broad avenues, massive forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite temples, and royal culture. The drive will take around 4 hours, offering a glimpse of Rajasthan’s countryside and culture. You might see many cows along the way, and the traffic could surprise you.
Arrive in Jaipur by the afternoon. Check-in at the hotel. In the evening, take a guided walk-tour of the Pink City market. Jaipur is a shopper’s paradise, with colorful markets offering a great opportunity to shop. The rows of shops selling hand-crafted bangles and other decorative items are a sight to behold. As you move through the markets, you’ll experience the vibrant culture of the region.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Jaipur.

Jaipur (sightseeing)

Amber Palace - After breakfast, set out to explore Jaipur’s top attractions. Visit Hawa Mahal, a high screen wall built so the women of the royal household could observe street festivals while remaining unseen. Then, visit Jantar Mantar (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), a collection of nineteen architectural astronomical instruments built by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh, completed in 1738 CE. Afterwards, visit the City Palace, built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh between 1729 and 1732. The vast complex occupies one-seventh of the walled city.
In the afternoon, stop by Jal Mahal, a palace in the middle of Man Sagar Lake. Then, visit the grand Amer Fort (or Amber Fort), Jaipur’s principal tourist attraction, built during the late 16th century by Rajput Kings. In the evening, visit Nahargarh Fort, which offers a beautiful bird’s eye view of Jaipur city. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Jaipur.

Jaipur – Jodhpur

Jodhpur - After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Jodhpur, the second-largest city in Rajasthan. It is reminiscent of a bygone era and is called the “Blue City” because of its vividly painted blue walls and houses. The mighty Mehrangarh fort overlooking the city is an architectural masterpiece and one of Rajasthan’s largest forts. Jaswant Thada and Umaid Bhawan Palace are also top attractions in Jodhpur. Due to its proximity to the Thar Desert, it is also known as the “Gateway to Thar”.
Arrive in Jodhpur by evening. Check-in at the hotel and relax. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Jodhpur.

Jodhpur Sightseeing

Mehrangarh Fort - After breakfast, explore Jodhpur. Visit the majestic Mehrangarh Fort, set regally on a sandstone hill, built by Rao Jodha in 1459. Rising perpendicular and impregnable from a rocky hill, it stands 120m above Jodhpur’s skyline.
Next, visit Jaswant Thada – a milky-white marble memorial to Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, sitting above a small lake 1 km northeast of Mehrangarh. It serves as the cremation ground for the royal family of Marwar and is built from intricately carved sheets of marble.
In the afternoon, visit the lavish Umaid Bhawan Palace, a marvel built by Maharaja Umaid Singh of the Rathore Dynasty. It was the last royal palace built before India’s Independence, with foundations laid in 1929 and completed in 1943. Today, it is part palace, part hotel, and part museum.
In the evening, visit the local market. Later, return to the hotel. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Jodhpur.

Jodhpur - Udaipur

Ranakpur Jain Temple - After breakfast, check out from the hotel and head towards Udaipur - the “City of Lakes”. A fusion of nature, Rajasthani culture, and architecture, the picturesque city tells the story of its past glory. Often referred to as the ‘Venice of the East’, Udaipur is surrounded by lush green hills of the Aravalli Ranges and is located around azure water lakes.
On the way, visit the Ranakpur Jain Temple, one of the most significant and extensive Jain temple complexes in the country. It holds immense importance for Jains and is spread over 4,500 square yards, consisting of 29 halls. The temple is one of Jainism’s five major pilgrimage centers and is renowned for its brilliant architecture, voted among the top 77 wonders of the world.
Arrive in Udaipur by evening. Check-in at the hotel. The evening is at your leisure. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Udaipur.

Udaipur Sightseeing

City Palace of Udaipur - After breakfast, head out for local sightseeing. Visit Fateh Sagar Lake, one of Udaipur’s most beautiful lakes. Then, visit Sahelion ki Badi, laid out for a group of forty-eight young women attendants who accompanied a princess to Udaipur as part of her dowry. Afterwards, visit the City Palace Complex, built over nearly 400 years atop a hill, in a fusion of Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles, offering a panoramic view of the city and its surroundings.
Next, visit Bagore-ki-Haveli, a historic mansion standing magnificently on the waterfront of the surreal Lake Pichola at Gangori Ghat. Enjoy a sunset boat cruise (shared) at Lake Pichola in the evening. Later, enjoy the Dharohar Folk Dance Show at Bagore-ki-Haveli, featuring colorful, energetic Marwari, Bhil, and western Rajasthani dances, as well as traditional Rajasthani puppetry.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Udaipur.

Udaipur (Departure)

Udaipur - After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Udaipur Airport for your flight to Delhi.
Bid farewell with memories of an amazing 12-day trip through the Golden Triangle and Rajasthan, worth remembering for a lifetime!

• Entry passes for all the monuments in the itinerary
• 11 nights accommodation on double/twin/triple sharing at 4 & 5 star hotels, and heritage hotel
• Rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk in Delhi
• English-speaking guides for all the monuments
• Guided walk tour of Pink City Market, Jaipur
• Entry pass for Dharohar Folk Dance Show at Udaipur
• Lunch
• All transfers & sightseeing as per the itinerary in private AC car with driver (at your disposal)
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• 02 shared-jeep Jungle safaris (morning & afternoon) at Ranthambore National Park
• Sunset boat cruise (shared) at Lake Pichola in Udaipur

• International & Domestic Flights.
• Travel Insurance.
• Tourist Visa.
• Personal expenses like laundry, beverages, drinks, etc.