Day 1    Arrive – Delhi
Arrive: Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, you will be met by our representative and transferred to hotel.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 2   Delhi
This morning you will be taken to visit Old Delhi Former centre of Moghul Power, Old Delhi offers ancient monuments, narrow streets and bustling bazaars. Drive past the Red Fort, built in 1648 and board the ‘cycle rickshaw’ for a unique experience from the Red Fort, through “Chandni Chowk” or Silver Street, experiencing the sights and sounds of this very busy avenue-heading west from the Fort. Later visit the Jama Masjid, the greatest mosque in India and completed in 1658 by Shah Jahan who also built the Taj Mahal, and the Raj Ghat, the simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.

This afternoon you will be taken to visit New Delhi drive past the stately government buildings of the British Era designed by Lutyens, including the India Gate & the Presidential Palace. Continue onto the towering minaret of Qutab Minar.
Overnight at hotel

Day 3   Delhi – Agra
Morning drive to Agra (203 kms). Upon arrival, check-in at hotel.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Red Fort & Taj Mahal.

Red Fort - lies on the bend of the river Yamuna, almost in the heart of the town. It was built by Akbar as his citadel over the years 1563-73 in the finest architectural style. It has imposing gates and walls of red sandstone and a moat.

Visit the famous Taj Mahal - This most famous Moghul monument was constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal "the lady of the Taj". It has been described as the most extravagant monument ever built for love, for the emperor was heartbroken when Mumtaz died after 17 years of marriage, during the birth of her 14th child. (Taj Mahal is closed on Friday).

Remain at the Taj Mahal till sunset to view this true wonder of the world in the gentle late afternoon light.
Overnight at hotel

Day 4    Agra – Ranthambore
Morning drive to Ranthambore (290 kms). Upon arrival, check-in at hotel.

Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary Rajasthan's most renowned wildlife sanctuary, it is 400 sq kms of dry deciduous forest, perfect natural habitat for tigers, and is set in the Aravalli and Vindhya hills, dotted with pavilions and dominated by a hilltop fort. Ranthambore was one of the hunting preserves of the former rulers of Jaipur and because of this the Maharajas ensured the environment was preserved and the forest and their inhabitants well protected. It has a good population of tiger and their prey species, and has been declared a "Project Tiger" reserve. Wildlife includes blue bull, black buck, spotted deer or cheetal, wild boar, a large variety of bird species and, if very lucky, the rarely seen leopard.
Overnight at hotel

Day 5    Ranthambore
Early morning and late afternoon enjoy game viewing in the sanctuary by canter/jeep.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 6    Ranthambore – Jaipur
Morning drive to Jaipur (156 kms). Upon arrival, check-in at hotel.

Afternoon city tour of Jaipur – visit the imposing City Palace, still home to the Maharaja although several of the rooms are now open to the public. Many antiques and artefacts belonging to the ruling family are housed here, including a collection of weaponry. You will also visit the Hawa Mahal "Palace of the Winds", and the open-air Jantar Mantar Observatory to see the vast astronomical instruments. Enjoy a stroll through the colourful bazaar before returning to your hotel.
Overnight at hotel

Day 7   Jaipur
Morning tour of the impressive Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time honoured fashion. The Fort, completed in the early 18th century, took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruling families.

Rest of the day at leisure for own activities.
Overnight at hotel

Day 8    Jaipur – Delhi
Morning drive to Delhi (250 km). Upon arrival, transfer to the International airport for your onward journey.

Day 9    Delhi – Onward journey
Depart Delhi