Classic India with the Taj Mahal

Welcome to India! Upon arriving in Delhi, you will be greeted by our representative and escorted to your hotel. Our representative will assist you with check-in and brief you about your India tour. After that, have some free time to adjust to the new time zone.

Things to do for today: Jama Masjid , Qutub Minar , Humayun's Tomb , Gandhi Smriti , Laxminarayan Temple

This morning, start your tour with a visit to Old Delhi to see Jama Masjid and explore a bustling local bazaar on a rickshaw.

After that, pass by Red Fort and drive to New Delhi for Qutub Minar. Continue to visit Humayun's Tomb, which has great cultural significance being the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent. It inspired several major architectural innovations, culminating in the construction of the Taj Mahal. Drive along the city landmarks of India Gate, President's House, Parliament House and Government Secretariat Buildings where you can stop for photo opportunities. Pay a visit to Gandhi Smriti, where the Father of India spent the last days of his life and was assassinated. Finish today's tour at Laxmi Narayan Temple to gain an insight into the local Hindu religion.

Things to do for today: Mehtab Bagh

After breakfast, head to Agra by private air-conditioned car (4-5 hours), with stopovers for coffee break or photo opportunities at your request any time en-route. Upon arrival, visit Mehtab Bagh, also called the Moonlight Garden, where you could enjoy a distant view of the Taj Mahal.

Things to do for today: Taj Mahal , Taj Mahal at Sunrise , Agra Fort , Tomb of I'timād-ud-Daulah

This morning, get up early to witness the Taj Mahal's breathtaking beauty at sunrise to avoid the crowds and heat in the daytime. Taj Mahal was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to commemorate his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. It was called “a teardrop on the face of eternity” by the poet Tagore. Return to your hotel afterward for breakfast. In the afternoon, visit Agra Fort and end today's tour at Itmad-ud-daulah (Baby Taj).

Things to do for today: Fatehpur Sikri

This morning, you will explore Fatehpur Sikri, the former royal city and capital of Emperor of Akbar, boasting one of the finest examples of Mughal architectural splendor. After the tour, drive about 4 hours to Jaipur. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and the rest of the day is at your leisure.

Things to do for today: Amber Fort , Sheesh Mahal , Nahargarh Fort , Hawa Mahal , City Palace , Jantar Mantar

Your journey starts with a jeep ride to ascend to the entrance of Amber Fort, a fort located high on a hill. Step into this fort and appreciate its architecture that was influenced by both Hindu and Muslim architecture. Don't miss the fabulous Sheesh Mahal (Palace of Mirrors) inside it.

Afterward, visit Nahargarh Fort and enjoy a panoramic view of Jaipur city. Stop at the pink Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds) for photo opportunity and then explore City Palace Museum, a seven-story royal palace, and Jantar Mantar featuring the world's largest stone sundial.

After checking out, be transferred to Delhi (4.5-5 hours). Upon arrival, you may do some last-minute gift shopping before our representative escorts you to the airport for your return flight.