Travelpack

Delhi • Agra • Ranthambore • Jaipur

Explore India’s highlights from Delhi’s historic sites and Agra’s Taj Mahal to tiger safaris in Ranthambore and Jaipur’s royal forts. Enjoy culture, cuisine, and optional experiences like hot air ballooning, all blended with leisure and guided tours for unforgettable memories.

Day 1: Taj & Tigers/Arrive Delhi
London Heathrow Airport To Delhi Indira Gandhi Airport
Arrive at Delhi's International Airport, where our representative will greet you with a traditional Indian welcome with flower garlands. Later, transfer to your hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Delhi has been the stage for some of India's most important historical events, serving as the capital of empires from the Delhi Sultanate to the Mughals and later the British Raj. The city is a patchwork of architectural eras: Mughal forts, colonial avenues, and modern skyscrapers. Legends whisper through the walls of the Red Fort, where emperors once plotted their reigns, while the lanes of Chandni Chowk have been alive with traders and storytellers for centuries.
Overnight: Delhi
Meals Included: None

Day 2: Delhi
After breakfast, embark on a half-day guided city tour of Old and New Delhi. Your first photo stop is the Red Fort from the outside, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and symbol of Mughal power. Emperor Shah Jahan once watched royal ceremonies and military parades from his red sandstone balconies. Later, continue to visit Chandni Chowk, where you hop on a cycle rickshaw and weave through narrow lanes where traders have sold spices, silks, and sweets since the 17th century. The scent of cardamom and incense fills the air, and street food vendors carry forward culinary traditions that are centuries old. You continue your tour to Qutub Minar, standing at 725 metres. This 12th-century victory tower commemorates Muslim rule and architectural ingenuity. Its intricate inscriptions tell stories of emperors and artisans who carved verses from the Quran into red sandstone. Continue to visit Rashtrapati Bhawan & India Gate, the grand Presidential Palace and visit the war memorial dedicated to Indian soldiers who sacrificed their lives in World War I. Conclude the day with a visit to this Golden-domed Sikh temple, Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, where the langar (community kitchen) serves thousands daily - a beautiful living tradition of equality and service. Afternoon is at Leisure to explore the city independently.
Overnight: Delhi
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 3: Delhi Agra (Drive: 210 km / approx. 4 hrs)
After breakfast, drive to Agra, pausing en route for tea or coffee (included). Arrive in Agra and check into your hotel. Lunch at your own expense. Welcome to Agra, the city of the Taj Mahal and a jewel of Mughal architecture. Founded in the early 16th century, Agra flourished as the capital of the Mughal Empire and remains home to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri. This afternoon, proceed on a half-day city tour of Agra with your local guide. Here you will first visit Agra's Red Fort, exploring this formidable red sandstone citadel built by Emperor Akbar as a military base, but Shah Jahan added palaces and halls of exquisite beauty. Legend says Shah Jahan was imprisoned here by his son Aurangzeb, gazing longingly at the Taj Mahal across the river. After this visit, Agra's monument to Love, Taj Mahal by the Sunset, built by Shah Jahan in memory of Mumtaz Mahal, it is said that the emperor envisioned a matching black marble mausoleum across the Yamuna River for himself, a vision never realised due to history's twists. Optional: Witness Mohabaat The Taj Show in a local Theatre. A spectacular display of Love. (Timings: 18:45hrs 20:10hrs)
Overnight: Agra
Meals Included: Breakfast, tea & coffee

Day 4: Agra Ranthambore (Drive: 295 km/approx 7 hrs)
Depart this morning after breakfast for Ranthambore, en route stop for lunch at Bharatpur (Included). Continue your drive to Ranthambore and upon arrival, check into your Hotel. Ranthambore National Park is a renowned wildlife destination in Rajasthan. Situated amidst the Aravalli and Vindhya ranges forest covering an area of 392 sq km, it is famous for its rich biodiversity and royal heritage. This popular national park is one of the best places in India to spot Bengal tigers and a diverse range of birdlife in their natural habitat.
Overnight: Ranthambore
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 5: Ranthambore
Early morning safari in Ranthambore National Park by open jeep in search of tigers and other wildlife with a naturalist and wildlife expert. After your exhilarating safari, return to the hotel for breakfast. The morning is at leisure to relax and enjoy the hotel. After lunch, you embark on an afternoon safari for the opportunity to see tigers and other local wildlife, such as monkeys, chinkara, sambhar, cheetal and over 300 species of birds.
Overnight: Ranthambore
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 6: Ranthambore - Jaipur (Drive: 180 km / approx. 4 hrs)
Morning is at leisure, enjoy your lunch at the hotel before departing for Jaipur. Arrive in Jaipur and check into your Hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore Jaipur independently. Jaipur, the enchanting Pink City founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, radiates royal charm and architectural brilliance. Its rose-hued faades, grand forts, and ornate palaces tell tales of regal splendour. Highlights include the UNESCO World Heritage Site Jantar Mantar, the majestic City Palace, and the iconic Hawa Mahal. Optional - Evening take a rickshaw ride through the Pink City markets, where every street hums with colour and sound.
Overnight: Jaipur
Meals Included: Breakfast & lunch

Day 7: Jaipur
Optional Hot Air Balloon Flight: (Group excursion) Optional Hot air balloon flight: Early this morning, between 4:30 am and 5:00 am, you will be collected from your hotel for a spectacular one-hour sunrise hot air balloon flight over Jaipur's countryside. Drift serenely above lush fields, traditional villages, and rolling hills in a state-of-the-art Ultra magic balloon, guided by internationally certified pilots. Enjoy light refreshments before take-off and admire the golden hues of sunrise and sweeping rural landscapes from above. After landing, return to your hotel in time for breakfast. After breakfast, proceed to visit Amber Fort by Jeep, built by Raja Man Singh I in 1592. The fort fuses Hindu and Mughal architecture with stunning mirror work and panoramic views over Maota Lake. Legends tell of secret tunnels linking Amber to nearby forts, used in times of war. Continue to visit City Palace to explore lavish courtyards, halls, and museums filled with royal memorabilia, from armour to regal textiles. Your next stop is Jantar Mantar, the largest and best-preserved astronomical observatory in India, built to predict eclipses and chart stars. Its massive instruments illustrate the scientific genius of 18th-century India. Before returning to your hotel you visit Hawa Mahal, the Palace of Winds, with 953 small windows, allowing royal women to observe city life discreetly. Optional Activity: This evening: Enjoy a traditional cooking demonstration and dinner at a noble family's home, learning the secrets of Rajasthani cuisine while soaking in centuries of hospitality traditions.
Overnight: Jaipur
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 8: Jaipur Delhi (Drive: 265km / approx. 5hrs)
Morning at leisure to enjoy the hotel or explore independently. After lunch (own expense), transfer to Delhi, stopping en route for tea or coffee (included). This evening, check into your Delhi hotel. Spend the evening shopping for souvenirs or relaxing.
Overnight: Delhi
Meals Included: Breakfast, tea & coffee

Day 9: Depart Delhi
After breakfast, transfer to Delhi Airport for your onward flight.
Meals Included: Breakfast

Add On
• Hot Air Balloon Flight: (Group excursion)
• £298 per person
• Witness Mohabaat The Taj Show in a local Theatre – A spectacular display of Love. (Timings for the show: 18:45 – 20:10 hrs)
• £22 per person
• Evening take a rickshaw ride through the Pink City markets, where every street hums with colour and sound
• £6 per person
• This evening, enjoy a traditional Cooking demonstration and dinner at a noble family’s home, learning the secrets of Rajasthani cuisine while soaking in centuries of hospitality traditions.
• £45 per person

Deposit: £275PP

Includes
• International flights 23 baggage allowance
• 8 nights' accommodation as specified in the itinerary
• 3nts Jeyan Inn by Golden Tree 4-star Delhi or similar
• 1nt Coral Home Tree 4-star Agra or similar
• 2nts Ranthambore Heritage Haveli 3+ star or similar
• 2nts Arya Niwas 3+ star Jaipur or similar
• All airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions by private air-conditioned vehicle
• Services of local English speaking guides during sightseeing tours
• Meals as per itinerary: 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners, 2 coffee/tea breaks
• Delhi: Cycle rickshaw ride through Old Delhi’s Chandni Chowk market, open-air craft market, watch volunteers prepare food for 1000’s of worshipers at the Golden Gurdwara Bangla Sahib
• Agra: Visits to the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Baby Taj
• Ranthambore: 2 safaris in Ranthambore National Park by open jeep in a shared vehicle
• Jaipur: Jeep ride at Amber Fort
• Complimentary mineral water: 2 bottles per person daily
• Meet and greet at all airports by our representative
• Entrance fees to monuments as per the itinerary
• All applicable taxes included, along with basic porterage at airports and hotels

Total price inclusive
• b55714 Dublin from £1595pp
• b71654 Birmingham from £1669pp
• b71673 Newcastle from £1709pp
• b55717 Glasgow from £1825pp
• b55745 Edinburgh from £1829pp
• b55401 Heathrow from £1869pp
• b55718 Manchester from £1955pp
• b71660 Leeds/Bradford £2155pp

Terms & Conditions
Based on 2 Adults sharing

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