DAY 1 Delhi
Your tour commences with an arrival transfer to your hotel in vibrant Delhi.

Stay at: Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Dwarka (4 star), Le Meridien Hotel (5 star) or The Claridges Hotel (Heritage)

DAY 2 Delhi
Your full day sightseeing of Old and New Delhi begins with a ride by cycle rickshaw, through the colourful laneways of Chandni Chowk Market followed by a visit to Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India. Photo stop at the Red Fort, visit to Raj Ghat a memorial dedicated to Gandhi. Later drive along the broad Rajpath, past the India Gate and Parliament House followed by a visit to the splendid Tomb of Humayun built in memory of Emperor Humayun and Qutub Minar the soaring 73 metre high tower.

Stay at: Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Dwarka (4 star), Le Meridien Hotel (5 star) or The Claridges Hotel (Heritage)
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 3 Delhi – Jodhpur
Take a short flight to the magnificent blue city of Jodhpur. Spend the remainder of the day to discover Rajasthan's second-largest city.

Stay at: Fairfield by Marriott (4 star), Indana Palace Jodhpur (5 star) or Ajit Bhawan Palace (Heritage)
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 4 Jodhpur
Soak up the charm of Jodhpur with your local guide where you will find a sea of blue houses, bustling bazaars, antique shops and, according to many locals, the best lassi in India. Then explore the formidable Mehrangarh Fort, the 15th century structure which sits 125 metres above the city. Inside the walls, see the intricate carvings, expansive courtyards, and the best view of the city from the fort’s ramparts.

Stay at: Fairfield by Marriott (4 star), Indana Palace Jodhpur (5 star) or Ajit Bhawan Palace (Heritage)
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 5 Jodhpur - Jaipur
After breakfast it’s onward to Jaipur, the pristine jewel in the desert sands of Rajasthan, also known as the Pink City.

Stay at: Lemon Tree Premier (4 star), Hilton Hotel (5 star) or Alsisar Haveli (Heritage)
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 6 Jaipur
Today’s full day sightseeing tour takes you to the Amber Fort, a classic romantic Rajasthan Fort-Palace, which stands tall overlooking the Pink City. Choose to ascend by Jeep or Elephant to reach the inner citadel, where you will find
an extensive palace complex, including the magnificent Chamber of a Thousand Mirrors. This afternoon visits the Maharaja’s City Palace and Jantar Mantar. Lastly, a photo stop at Hawa Mahal also known as The Palace of Winds.

Stay at: Lemon Tree Premier (4 star), Hilton Hotel (5 star) or Alsisar Haveli (Heritage)
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 7 Jaipur – Ranthambore
Continuing from Jaipur by private vehicle, head to Ranthambore, one of India’s most renowned national parks.

Hotel Ranthambore Regency (4 star), Nahargarh Ranthambhore (5 star and Heritage class)
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner

DAY 8 Ranthambore
Located where the Aravali Range and plateau of the Vindhyas meet, Ranthambore was once where the royals of Jaipur hunted and is considered a prominent heritage site due to the ancient ruins found inside. The park contains a wide variety of flora and fauna and is most famous for its tiger population and today you will get the opportunity to search for the parks famous inhabitants on two exciting.

Hotel Ranthambore Regency (4 star), Nahargarh Ranthambhore (5 star and Heritage class)
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 9 Ranthambore – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra
Early morning start to join the train to Bharatpur where your travels continue by car to Fatehpur Sikri to explore the fascinating ghost city west of Agra. This UNESCO listed ancient city was the short-lived capital of the Mughal empire during the reign of Emperor Akbar who built his new capital here, which included three palaces, one for each of his wives.

Your final destination today is Agra, a city with majestic architectural creations and a rich tradition of art and culture.

Stay: Fairfield by Marriott (4 star), Taj Hotel (5 star) or The Grand Imperial (Heritage)
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 10 Agra
Today starts with a tour to Agra Fort, known as the Red Fort, or more accurately described as a walled palatial city. Agra Fort is the most important fort in India and once the home of the great Mughals Babur, Humayun, Akbar, Jehangir, Shah Jahan and Aurangzeb. India was governed from Agra Fort and contained the largest state treasury and mint. Next, the magical allure of the Taj Mahal will capture your attention. With your guide you will explore the famous monument of love, a flawless architectural creation built by the emperor in memory of his beloved queen.

Stay: Fairfield by Marriott (4 star), Taj Hotel (5 star) or The Grand Imperial (Heritage)
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 11 Agra - Delhi - Varanasi
This morning you have the opportunity to witness the Taj Mahal at sunrise (optional, to be paid locally) before returning to Delhi by road to board your flight to Varanasi – one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and a place that holds deep spiritual significance in Hinduism.

Stay at: The Amayaa (4 star), Radisson Hotel (5 star) or Suryauday Haveli (Heritage)
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 12 Varanasi
An early start this morning for you to board a small boat on the River Ganges to witness the sunrise. Experience the mystical and spiritual events as you watch the people offering water to the Sun God and devotees taking a holy dip in the Ganges. Later visit the Buddhist town of Sarnath to see Buddha temples, the Dhamekha stupa, Chaukhandi stupa and the Archaeological Museum. This evening witness the beautiful ceremony Ganga Aarti, where Hindu priests perform a spiritual ritual with fire.

Stay at: The Amayaa (4 star), Radisson Hotel (5 star) or Suryauday Haveli (Heritage)
Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 13 Varanasi
Your tour concludes with a departure transfer for your onward journey.

Meals included: Breakfast