Overview of the Luxury Journey :
Tigers & Taj Mahal : 08 Nights / 09 Days
Among the oldest civilizations in the world, India offers one of the richest tapestry of cultures and heritage woven by history. This 9-day journey that takes you to the country’s top sights and connects you to its land and its people. See the iconic Taj Mahal in all its glory, go on safari for the royal Bengal tiger, make bread for the needy as Sikhs do, shop the colorful bazaars of Jaipur, and getaway to a hidden lush oasis in the middle of the arid hills. On this adventure, expertly navigate the colorful and often chaotic scenes of India in replete style with private touring and stays at top luxury hotels.
This itinerary is an example. It’s designed to inspire you and provide you with thoughtfully curated ideas. You can choose to do this exact itinerary or completely personalize it. All trips are 100% bespoke.
Highlights of the Luxury Journey : Tigers & Taj Mahal
- Your own personal guide & Private vehicle at your complete disposal
- Free Wi-fi connectivity and un-limited bottled mineral water through-out the journey
- Rickshaw ride through the narrow alleys in Chandi Chowk – Old Delhi
- Visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Humayun Tumb
- Visit to Akshardham Temple
- Gourmet dinner at Bhukhara Restaurant famous for North-western frontier cuisines
- Marvel at the Taj Mahal, seeing this UNESCO World Heritage Site in a magical light at sunrise
- Heritage walk with the view of Taj Mahal
- Visit to the palaces of Fatehpur Sikri
- Private game drives with your own naturalist
- Glimpse of ancient step-well of Abhneri.
- Elephant ride to Amber Fort.
- Explore local bazar with experties
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Day 1
Arrive at New Delhi International Airport
Arrive Delhi International airport. Your Tour Experience Manager shall meet you upon arrival for further transfer to your hotel.After a short relax and briefing of your whole luxury journey, if time permits, visit some of the places in Delhi.
Sikh Temple
Welcome to India
Overnight at your luxury hotel in Delhi.
Day 2
Delhi
After breakfast in the hotel, meet with your personal guide and after a small briefing of the day, proceed for a full day tour of Old & New Delhi.
Sikh Temple
Jama Mosque & Old Delhi
Qutub Minar
President House
India Gate & Parliamentary Buildings
Lotus Temple
Dilli Haat
Culinary Experience in Delhi
Overnight at your luxury hotel in Delhi.
Day 3
Drive from Delhi to Agra (225 Kms/06 Hours) en-route visiting Akshardham Temple
After breakfast, Drive to Agra en-route visiting Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple, unique example of 10,000 years of Indian culture in all its breath taking grandeur, beauty,wisdom and bliss. Arrive Agra and after check-in at your hotel,visit Tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daullah or Baby Taj constructed in white marble is a jewellery box shaped building and is the first building constructed in white marble. Retire to your room at Amarvilas, where your suite has a view of the Taj Mahal. Under the moonlight, you can see the monument gleaming in elegant white light.
Akshardham Temple
Tomb of Itmad-ud-daullah
Overnight at your luxury hotel in Delhi.
Day 4
Agra
Wake-up early to visit the most beautiful and architectural marvel in white marble – Taj Mahal at sunrise which is quite simply one of mankind’s most remarkable creations. Sunrise is beautiful time to view the mausoleum, and its quietest hour. Pay attention to the exquisite ornamentation with pearls and precious gemstones inlaid in the white marble. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is often referred as Romance in White Marble. Return to hotel by Tonga (horse cart).
Post breakfast, visit another UNESCO World Heritage Site, Agra Fort built in 1565 AD and houses many fairy-tale palaces and royal pavilions.
Optional -visit a rural village near Agra and learn how life is dependent on agriculture and cattle. Experience the roti (Indian bread) making in the kitchen of a village house along with milking of buffalo by hand. The girls of the village will be happy to make a Rangoli (you can also learn it) to welcome you.
Later in evening, watch Taj Mahal at sunset This stunning landmark is made even more beautiful during sunset as the white marble is set aflame in orange and red hues from MehtabBagh from opposite side of Taj Mahal. MehtabBagh was also one of the last eleven Mughal gardens.
Overnight at hotel.
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SIKH TEMPLE
Welcome to India
Monument
Monument
Overnight at your luxury hotel in Delhi.
Day 5
Agra – FatehpurSikri –Ranthambore National Park (300 Kms/07 Hours)
After breakfast, drive to Ranthambore with en-route stop at FatehpurSikri, a UNESCO World Heritage Site is the deserted red sandstone capital city built by Emperor Akbar in the late 16th century. There are many architectural specimens in palace complex of FatehpurSikri. .This ancient Mughal raised three palaces for each of his favorite wives. Though quickly abandoned after his death, the red sandstone buildings remain intact and the mosque is still in use today.
Arrive Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan which is famous for its high population of Royal Bengal Tigers.
Overnight at hotel
SIKH TEMPLE
Welcome to India
Overnight at your luxury hotel in Delhi.
Day 6
Ranthambore National Park
Wake-up early and be ready to head out on a wildlife safari in your private Jeep with a naturalist.to sight the big cat – Royal Bengal Tiger. , Ramthambore National Park’s protected grounds are a sanctuary for buffalo, deer, wild boar, antelope and other small animals. If you are lucky, you might be able to spot one of these elusive crepuscular big cats.
Another Jeep safari in evening will give you another opportunity to see different animals in forest.
Overnight stay in your luxury camp.
SIKH TEMPLE
Welcome to India
Monument
Monument
Overnight at your luxury hotel in Delhi.
Day 7
Ranthambore National Park –Jaipur en-route visiting Abhaneri (150 Kms/3.5 hours)
After a leisurely breakfast at your hotel, drive to Pink City Jaipur en-route visiting centuries old step well Chand Baori at small village of Abhaneri. Arrive Jaipur or Pink City which is this royal city amid arid hills is awash in blush-pink buildings, lavish palaces, Hindu temples, colorful bazaars, and artisan workshops. Check-in at hotel.
Later experience evening Puja in Birla Temple built in white marble at the base of Moti Dungri hill in Jaipur.
Overnight at your hotel.
SIKH TEMPLE
Welcome to India
Overnight at your luxury hotel in Delhi.
Day 8
Jaipur
After breakfast at your hotel, drive to Amber Fort on top of a hill at outskirts of Jaipur. This 16th century majestic fort was the capital of Rajputs till 1727 AD when the capital was shifted to Jaipur. Amer Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has many palaces with beautiful paintings, squares and terraces with balconies. Best way to reach to Amer Fort is on the back of an elephant.
Visit City Palace built in 1727 AD by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh as residence for the royal family members. The palace complex today has several buildings, courtyards and museum. Exquisite carpets, bright Rajput weapons and delicate clothes, ornamented palanquins will remind you of the grandeur of this princely era of India. Adjoining to City Palace is Observatory Or JantarMantar which is the largest stone astronomical observatory in the world and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
During your visits in Jaipur city, you shall also be passing through Palace of Winds or Hawa Mahal constructed in 1799 with 953 small windows,called Jharokas, decorated by intricate lattice work (jali or screen). Walk through the colourful buzzing markets of Jaipur before attending a private Cooking Class in an old heveli where the ladies of the house will help you learn the recipes of Indian food. You will also enjoy the dinner cooked by you.
Overnight at hotel.
SIKH TEMPLE
Welcome to India
Monument
SIKH TEMPLE
Welcome to India
Monument
Overnight at your luxury hotel in Delhi.
Day 9
Jaipur – Delhi (275 Kms /06 Hours)
After breakfast, visit Galtaji also known as Monkey temple built in 15th century before driving to New Delhi International Airport for your onward flight to home. Enjoy our hospitality at a VIP lounge at airport where you can have shower, beverages and food before a long flight to home.
Day 1
Arrival Delhi
The Qube located at the lobby level serves as 24 hours dining restaurant. Guests staying at the hotel have an option to relish energetic breakfast either with the elegant ambience of the restaurant or at alfresco area with fresh air and sunlight.
Day 1
Arrival Delhi
The Qube located at the lobby level serves as 24 hours dining restaurant. Guests staying at the hotel have an option to relish energetic breakfast either with the elegant ambience of the restaurant or at alfresco area with fresh air and sunlight.
Day 1
Arrival Delhi
The Qube located at the lobby level serves as 24 hours dining restaurant. Guests staying at the hotel have an option to relish energetic breakfast either with the elegant ambience of the restaurant or at alfresco area with fresh air and sunlight.
Day 1
Arrival Delhi
The Qube located at the lobby level serves as 24 hours dining restaurant. Guests staying at the hotel have an option to relish energetic breakfast either with the elegant ambience of the restaurant or at alfresco area with fresh air and sunlight.
Day 1
Arrival Delhi
The Qube located at the lobby level serves as 24 hours dining restaurant. Guests staying at the hotel have an option to relish energetic breakfast either with the elegant ambience of the restaurant or at alfresco area with fresh air and sunlight.
Special moments are best lived at this iconic modern palace hotel ” The Leela Palace” in the capital city of India. Hotel has various options to make your special occasion , a memorable one.
Day 1
Arrive at New Delhi International Airport
Arrive Delhi International airport. Our representative shall meet you upon arrival for further transfer to your hotel.
If time permit, after relax at the hotel, We shall be glad to do a small briefing of your luxury journey followed by an orientation tour visiting :
“Popup of Gurudwara ” with image and name.
Overnight at your Luxury Hotel.
