Embark on a journey of a lifetime, beginning in the vibrant city of New Delhi, where the echoes of ancient empires and modern India intertwine. Experience the splendour of iconic landmarks such as the majestic Red Fort, the serene Raj Ghat, and the intricate Qutub Minar. Traverse the cultural tapestry of Old Delhi and the grandeur of New Delhi, then journey through the rural charm of Mandawa with its ornate Havelis, and into the desert wonders of Bikaner, with its vibrant bazaars and historic Junagarh Fort.
Continue your adventure to the “Golden City” of Jaisalmer, where the shimmering Sam Sand Dunes and the enchanting Golden Fort await. Discover the “Blue City” of Jodhpur with its awe-inspiring Mehrangarh Fort, and immerse yourself in the royal splendour of the “Pink City” of Jaipur, home to the magnificent Amber Fort and vibrant markets. Culminate your journey in Agra, witnessing the timeless beauty of the Taj Mahal before returning to Delhi, carrying with you memories of India’s breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage.
The short itinerary
Day 1 : DEPARTURE NEW YORK – YOUR ADVENTURE BEGINS!
Day 2 : ARRIVE IN DELHI – A CITY OF TIMELESS MAJESTY
Day 3 : DISCOVER THE ESSENCE OF DELHI – A CITY OF TWO WORLDS
Day 4 : DELHI TO MANDAWA – A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME
Day 5 : MANDAWA TO BIKANER – THE DESERT KINGDOM
Day 6 : BIKANER TO JAISALMER – INTO THE HEART OF THE THAR DESERT
Day 7 : JAISALMER – THE GOLDEN CITY UNVEILED
Day 8 : JAISALMER TO JODHPUR – THE BLUE CITY BECKONS
Day 9 : JODHPUR TO JAIPUR – THE PINK CITY AWAITS
Day 10 : JAIPUR – THE CROWN JEWEL OF RAJASTHAN
Day 11 : JAIPUR TO AGRA VIA FATEHPUR SIKRI – A TALE OF TWO CITIES
Day 12 : AGRA TO DELHI – THE JOURNEY COMES FULL CIRCLE
Day 13 : DEPARTURE – FAREWELL TO INDIA
Your Hotels
Delhi : Park Inn Gurgaon
Mandawa : Hotel Shahi Palace
Bikaner : Vesta Bikaner Palace
Jaisalmer : Golden Haveli
Jodhpur : Park Plaza
Jaipur : Ramada BY Wyndham Jaipur Jaisinghpura
Agra : The Retreat
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Delhi : Old and New Delhi come to life during visits to the Jama Masjid, Qutab Minar and the grandiose colonial district.
Mandawa: Famous as the ”Open Art Gallery” as a whole. Historic buildings and Havelis will amaze you.
Bikaner : Explore the desert kingdom which used to be the major trading centre during the 16th century.
Jaisalmer : Know as the golden city used to be important trading centre for many centuries and now one of the few forts are still inhabited.
Jodhpur : Enjoy the ‘blue city’ as you visit Mehrangarh Fort and acquaint yourself with fascinating tales of valour and honour of the royals.
Jaipur : Admire amazing Amber Fort, visit the dazzling City Palace and see the romantic Palace of the Winds.
Agra : Behold the love poem written in stone that is the Taj Mahal and explore the capital of love.
Extra nights : Why not add extra nights at the end and explore the city on your own at your own pace or relax before finally heading back home? You may add additional nights in Delhi available at £80 per person per night on twin sharing.
Group holiday : We travel in a small group size from 2 – 20 pax and all our departures are guaranteed to depart, regardless of group size. The offer is based on a minimum of 02 passengers traveling together.
Flights : Your round-trip flight is included in your holiday package. The flight will have 1 stopover and 1-6 hours layover (however, in some tours, there are likely to be touchdowns or 2 stopovers with slightly longer layovers. We will contact you with flight details before issuing the flight ticket. If your flight transits through the USA or Canada, an ESTA (for the USA) or an eTA (for Canada) is mandatory before traveling. More information can be found at the below link.
ESTA : https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta/.
eTA: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/eta.html.
Airport : Your holiday package includes the return flight from the airport outlined in the itinerary. However, you can fly from a choice of various local airports at extra costs. The easily overlooked details can have a major effect on your holiday. One of the ways we aim to plan your holiday as carefree as possible is to offer flights from local airports. With a more extensive selection of departures, set off on your holiday at a time that suits you best. Find out where you can fly from during stage 4 of the online booking process.
Upgrade your journey : This holiday is perfect for families, friends, and couples who want to travel privately. Enhance your holiday experience by upgrading the tour with a private vehicle and a private guide for sightseeing throughout. Private journey throughout the tour is available at £399 per person on twin sharing.
Availability: Departures are available until November 2025.
Please note important information
- As per the customs clearance rule of the government of India, if your flight stops at another city in India before arriving in Delhi, please confirm at the departure desk in the UK/Ireland whether you should pick up your suitcase and pass customs control at the airport where the connection is made.
- Please note flight that stops in Mumbai you will need to pick up your luggage. Keep in mind that normally this whole process takes approximately 60 minutes.
- The sequence of your itinerary may differ depending on your arrival day at the destination.
- During your travel, the vehicle will not be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips.
- We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee an internet connection.
- Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
- In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons, or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.
- Tips in India are subject to the decision of the client based on the level of satisfaction with the service provided and the experience in general. Taking into account that they are not obligatory; they are usually expected.
- Triple room: the third bed will be a rollaway bed or mattress.
- There is a supplement to access your hotel room before regular check-in hours. Please note that if you arrive on an early flight, you may not have access to your hotel room until check-in, which is 3 pm. Late check out incur extra costs and check out at most of the hotels is 1200 noon.
- Hotel early check-out, early check-in, late check-in, late check out and connecting or adjoining rooms are all subject to availability not guaranteed and may cost extra
- In many hotels in India, the triple rooms are double rooms with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room. Please note that hotel classification is as per Indian standards.
- No refunds for unused services. Splitting the package is not allowed.
- Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the contents of the tour without prior notice, including possible changes of hotels and/or itinerary
What do I need to bring?
- Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in India.
- Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings.
- Shoes should be removed before entering a temple or private house.
- Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.