The Taj Mahal | Agra | India
FROM: USD $1,725 pp

PRIVATE TOUR: Coined as 'golden' for the extraordinary wealth of cultural and historical splendour, Delhi, Agra and Jaipur offer a rich colourful history, incredibly impressive sights and lavish hospitality. Ideal for the first time visitor or combined with a beach break in the south.

Inclusions
Itinerary
Prices & Dates
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Trip Highlights

Old and New Delhi - The magnificent Red Fort, India's largest mosque Jama Masjid, and Gandhi's crematorium Raj Ghat
Agra - The beautiful Agra Fort and the Mughal mausoleum known as Baby Taj
Fatehpur Sikri - An ancient abandoned Mughal city
The spectacular Taj Mahal - India's most famous monument in all its glory at sunset
The Pink City of Jaipur - The lofty Amber Fort, the very regal City Palace and the ancient observatory of Jantar Mantar

Included

Breakfast daily
Touring - Delhi, Jaipur and Agra
Services of English-speaking Indian specialist guides for all included sight-seeing
All relevant transfer and transportation in private modern Chauffeur driven air-conditioned vehicles
8 nights SUPERIOR hotels. STANDARD and DELUXE hotel options are also available upon request. Accommodation rating – See Trip Notes for details
Entrance fees for all included sightseeing
An airport arrival transfer day 1 and a departure transfer day 9

Not Included

International flights and visa
Tipping - An entirely personal gesture

Itinerary

Days 1-3

Delhi

Arrive Delhi airport and transfer to your hotel. The following days offer sightseeing of Delhi both new and old with visits to the battlemented Red Fort - built by Shah Jahan in the 16th century, Jama Masjid - India’s oldest and largest mosque, Raj Ghat - a marble memorial marking the spot where the great leader- Mahatma Gandhi was cremated after his assassination. We also visit Humayun’s Tomb and India's largest mosque, Qutab Minar.
Overnight: Delhi  |  Breakfast x 2

Day 4

The Taj Mahal

Delhi - Agra. Home of the legendary Taj Mahal, constructed entirely of white marble and inlaid with semi-precious stones, the Taj Mahal has no peer and has been described as the most extravagant monument ever built for love, this fine example of Mughal architecture was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved second wife-Mumtaz Mahal, who died tragically during childbirth. Later a visit to Agra fort, behind its colossal walls are some of the finest Mughal buildings in India.
Overnight: Agra  |  Breakfast

Day 5

Jaipur

En route a stop is made at the fantastically well preserved former Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri. This magnificent fortified city was the capital of the Mughal Empire from 1571 until 1585, when it was abandoned dramatically due to a lack of water. Explore the various temples, places of worships, pavilions, public areas and examples of everyday living such as areas from where ablutions were performed, to an ancient aqua cooling system and marvel at how life must have been for the inhabitants of this old city. Continue to the UNESCO-listed Pink City of Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan, afternoon at leisure.
Overnight: Jaipur  |  Breakfast

Days 6-7

City Palace & Jantar Mantar

A jeep transports us to the lofty 16th century Amber Fort. On day 7, tour of the City Palace containing an interesting museum of regal attire. Just over the road is Jantar Mantar, an observatory of astronomy built by Jai Singh in 1728. At first glance, Jantar Mantar resembles a sculpture park, though in fact, each construction has a specific scientific purpose. Some measure the positions of stars, whilst others calculate eclipses, the lunar calendar and simply the time of day. Even today, most of the constructions remain accurate!

In the Pink City of Jaipur be sure to explore the Johari Bazaar and other bazaars, where you can buy jootis (traditional Rajasthani curled shoes) Jaipur’s famous blue pottery, textiles and handicrafts
Overnight: Jaipur  |  Breakfast x 2

Days 8-9

Delhi

Jaipur - Delhi. On day 8 we return to Delhi where the remainder of the day is at leisure. On day 9 there is an onward departure transfer to airport.

If you'd like to extend your stay, we offer a variety of hotels, short stays and add-ons for you to choose from. Please read our best places to visit or best things to see each month for suggested places to visit on your holiday. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please let us know so we can accommodate your request.

For information about visas, top travel tips, best time to travel and much more, browse our travel guide.
Breakfast x 2

Balloon Over Jaipur

Sail within a breath of lofty hilltop forts and fine regal palaces. Look down upon sleepy villages waking to the early morning sun. Drift past expansive waterside manors and intricately stone carved temples in a magical hot air balloon adventure near the Pink City of Jaipur.

Prices & Dates

Prices shown are per person when there are 2 persons sharing a room, based on a travelling party of at least 2 adults. The 'Single Room' price is applicable when a single room is required. If travelling solo, an additional ‘1-person’ supplement will apply.

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Dates
Twin / Share
Single Room
USD $1725
USD $3145
USD $1725
USD $3145

In Brief

Range
Trip Type
Starts
Delhi
Ends
Delhi
Departs
Any day of the year
Hotel Rating
Our rating: Superior
Tour Guide
Yes - for all included sightseeing
Meals
Breakfast: 8
Visiting
Delhi, Agra, Jaipur
Countries
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