This exciting, varied itinerary is designed to show off the real highlights of India – the Taj Mahal, tigers, the towering forts and palaces of Jaipur and Udaipur – but there is much more to it than that. Slow down and discover life in rural Rajasthan with a bullock cart ride or by bicycle. Watch the sun set over ancient farmland from an abandoned fort and plunge into the chaos and colour of Old Delhi.
There are 6 stops on this north Indian adventure starting in the capital New Delhi where you will sleep at The Imperial – Delhi's most iconic accommodation. Dive into Old Delhi on a walking tour and explore New Delhi by car. Next is Agra where you will discover the Red Fort before spending the afternoon marveling at the Taj Mahal. Your hotel is the uber-luxurious Oberoi Amarvilas – one of the very best hotels in India. Up close the Taj is so impressive you will visit again the next morning at sunrise before continuing your journey with a drive to Ranthambore National Park.
Along the way you will stop to stretch your legs at the extraordinary, abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri. Six Senses Fort Bawara will be your base for tiger spotting at Ranthambore and the team of superb naturalists will do all they can to enhance your wildlife experience in this very popular park. Next is Jaipur where you will stay at the sublime Taj Rambagh Palace, a living piece of the history of this fascinating city. Your sightseeing will include exploring the bazaars of the pink city, the palaces and forts, and also the bizarre Jantar Mantar observatory. Leaving Jaipur behind you will head into the countryside and well off the usual tourist trail with a stay at the excellent Shahpura Bagh. An ancestral home turned hotel, Shahpura Bagh has the potential to be the highlight of your trip. Sundowners at a private, abandoned fort, bullock cart rides, boat trips, bike rides, birding walks, yoga, the list goes on. Your journey ends at one of the most romantic hotels in India, the exquisite RAAS Devigarh. A lovingly restored pastel yellow fort, Devigarh is a first-class option for both exploring historic, charming Udaipur, and resting at the end of this busy and rewarding adventure in northern India. A real trip of a lifetime.
Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Indira Gandhi International Airport
2 nights - The Imperial, Delhi & The North
1 night - Oberoi Amarvilas, Delhi & The North
2 nights - Six Senses Fort Barwara, Rajasthan
3 nights - Rambagh Palace, Rajasthan
2 nights - Shahpura Bagh, Rajasthan
3 nights - RAAS Devigarh, Rajasthan
Ends - Transfer to Indira Gandhi International Airport for your international flight home
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India
13 Nights
City
Safari
Scenic
Includes flights from JFK
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Boat Trip
Cultural Experience
Food Experiences
City Sights
Wellness/Spa
Photography
Train Journeys
Markets
Temples
Forts and Palaces
