Taj, Temples and Tigers

Day 1  Delhi    
Arrive into dynamic Delhi, a tale of two cities where historic temples sit next door to new high rise towers.      

Day 2  Delhi    
Spend the full day exploring this vibrant city. Take in the sights of old and new Delhi – comparing how the city has transformed through the ages. Visit India’s largest mosque (Jama Masjid) and enjoy a rickshaw ride to Asia’s largest spice market.

Day 3  Delhi to Agra    
Journey to Agra today and upon arrival, stop to visit Agra Fort - a hulking mass of red sandstone set on the banks of the Yamuna River. This evening, enjoy a live musical drama - Mohabbat the Taj - a show depicting the romantic love story of Emperor Shahjahan and his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. This is a true Bollywood experience.

Day 4  Agra to Ranthambore NP    
Prepare to see India’s most iconic monument the Taj Mahal this morning. This afternoon, journey to Ranthambore - home of the residing Bengal tigers.

Day 5  Ranthambore NP    
Explore Ranthambore National Park in search of the tigers with early morning and afternoon jeep safaris. There are over 50 tigers in the park as well as leopards, sloth bears and over 300 species of wild bird.

Day 6  Ranthambore NP to Jaipur    
Travel from Ranthambore to Jaipur. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and go on to enjoy a turban tying experience before having the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 7  Jaipur    
Begin the day with a brief stop at the Hawa Mahal, the 'Palace of the Winds', before travelling out of the city to admire the majestic Amber Fort. This afternoon explore the Maharaja’s City Palace and Jantar Mantar Observatory, as well as learning about the local art of block printing.    

Day 8  Jaipur to Delhi    
Depart Jaipur and travel back to Delhi. In the evening enjoy a farewell dinner.    

Day 9  Delhi    
After breakfast transfer to the airport for your onward travel.