ABOUT THE TOUR
It combines not only the extravagant palaces and imposing hilltop forts of the Mughals, but also exquisite ancient temples, the colonial heritage of British India, the rich and varied wildlife, and the unspoiled age-old traditions and natural beauty of the countryside.
We begin in India’s capital, Delhi, exploring the colonial legacy of Lutyens’ New Delhi and the Old Delhi of the Mughals, before moving to Agra, setting for one of the finest riverside forts in India and also the world’s most exquisite and greatest monument to love – the Taj Mahal. We travel, via the ruins of the 16th century city of Fatehpur Sikri, to the Ranthambore National Park where a profusion of wildlife includes the elusive Royal Bengal tiger, which may just be spotted in the course of game drives.
We continue to the ‘Rose City’ of Jaipur with its colourful markets and remarkable mixture of Hindu, Jain and Mughal architecture including the imposing Amber Fort, before flying to the beautiful city of Udaipur on Lake Pichola where imposing marble palaces filled with treasures and exquisite lakeside gardens are India at its most exotic and decorative best. We drive through in the peaceful countryside of the Aravalli Hills to Jodhpur with its jumble of white and blue painted houses dominated by the formidable Mehrangargh Fort. This magical journey ends in Mumbai, the old East India Company trading station of Bombay, where we explore the rich architectural heritage left behind by the British.
TOUR LEADER
Joanna Worsley
15 days from £6,625 per person
TOUR DATE: 1 MARCH 2026 – 15 MARCH 2026
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: £2,180
Price Includes
- Domestic flights as shown in the
itinerary - Accommodation throughout as
shown in the itinerary - Breakfast daily; 11 lunches; 9
dinners - All entrance fees, visits and
excursions as per the itinerary - Group transfers and all
transportation as detailed in the
itinerary - Local English-speaking guide/s
- Gratuities to driver/s; gratuities to
guide/s; gratuities in restaurants;
porterage - The services of your tour leader
throughout
Price Excludes
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Items of personal expenditure (e.g.
telephone calls / laundry etc.) - Visa fees
- Government levies or taxes
introduced after costing and
publication of this programme on
01/04/25
DAY-BY-DAY OVERVIEW
Sunday, 1 March – London to Delhi
Depart from London Heathrow on a flight to Delhi (not included in the cost of the tour). Overnight in-flight.
Monday, 2 March – Delhi
On arrival in Delhi, you will be met by your guide and transferred to The Claridges, New Delhi. After check-in, enjoy lunch under own arrangements.
This afternoon, explore Old Delhi with a visit to the Jama Masjid Mosque, followed by a rickshaw ride through the Chandni Chowk marketplace. Return to the hotel for dinner.
Overnight: The Claridges, New Delhi
Tuesday, 3 March – Delhi
After breakfast, visit Rashtrapati Bhavan and the Mughal Gardens. Lunch will be at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, discover New Delhi, including a visit to the UNESCO-listed Humayun’s Tomb. Return to the hotel for an evening at leisure, with dinner under own arrangements.
Overnight: The Claridges, New Delhi
Wednesday, 4 March – Delhi to Agra
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Agra. On arrival, visit the Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, often referred to as the ‘Baby Taj.’ Check in at the Tajview Hotel, followed by lunch.
Afternoon visit to Agra Fort and then see the Taj Mahal at sunset. An optional visit to a marble inlay workshop is available. Return to the hotel for dinner.
Overnight: Tajview Hotel, Agra
Thursday, 5 March – Agra to Ranthambore
Begin with a dawn visit to the Taj Mahal. After breakfast, check out and drive to Fatehpur Sikri, the former Mughal capital. Continue to Bharatpur, where a packed lunch will be provided.
Board the Kota Jan Shatabdi train to Sawai Madhopur. Transfer to Dev Vilas Hotel in Ranthambore and enjoy dinner at the camp.
Overnight: Hotel Dev Vilas, Ranthambore
Friday, 6 March – Ranthambore
Enjoy early morning game viewing by jeep, followed by breakfast at the camp. After lunch, embark on another jeep safari. Dinner at the camp.
Overnight: Hotel Dev Vilas, Ranthambore
Saturday, 7 March – Ranthambore to Jaipur
Start the day with a final morning game drive before returning to the hotel for breakfast. After an early lunch, transfer to Jaipur. Check in at Samode Haveli and enjoy dinner at the hotel.
Overnight: Samode Haveli, Jaipur
Sunday, 8 March – Jaipur
After breakfast, visit the Amber Fort. Lunch will be served at the City Palace, followed by a tour of the City Palace Complex, Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds), and Govind Devi Temple. Conclude the day with a visit to the Royal Observatory. Dinner under own arrangements.
Overnight: Samode Haveli, Jaipur
Monday, 9 March – Jaipur to Jodhpur
Following breakfast, transfer to the airport for a domestic flight to Jodhpur. Upon arrival, transfer to Raas Hotel and check in. Lunch is under own arrangements, with the afternoon at leisure. Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight: Raas, Jodhpur
Tuesday, 10 March – Jodhpur
After breakfast, explore Jodhpur with visits to Mehrangarh Fort, its museum, and Jaswant Thada. Enjoy lunch at Khas Bagh before exploring Sadar Market. Return to the hotel, with dinner under own arrangements.
Overnight: Raas, Jodhpur
Wednesday, 11 March – Jodhpur to Udaipur
After breakfast, depart for Ranakpur to visit the Jain Temple. Lunch will be at Fateh Bagh before continuing to Udaipur. Check in at Amet Haveli Hotel and enjoy dinner at the hotel.
Overnight: Amet Haveli, Udaipur
Thursday, 12 March – Udaipur
After breakfast, visit the Grand City Palace Complex. Enjoy a cooking demonstration followed by lunch. In the afternoon, visit Jagdish Temple and Saheliyon-Ki-Bari before a boat ride on Lake Pichola. Dinner under own arrangements.
Overnight: Amet Haveli, Udaipur
Friday, 13 March – Udaipur to Mumbai
Breakfast at the hotel before transferring to the airport for a domestic flight to Mumbai. On arrival, meet your local guide and transfer to The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel. Lunch under own arrangements.
In the afternoon, visit the David Sassoon Library before dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight: The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai
Saturday, 14 March – Mumbai
Enjoy a combined walking and coach tour of Mumbai after breakfast. Lunch will be at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit Fab India for shopping or explore the Victoria and Albert Museum. In the evening, a farewell dinner will be held at a local restaurant.
Overnight: The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai
Sunday, 15 March – Mumbai to London
After breakfast, transfer to Mumbai Airport for your return flight to London Heathrow (not included in the cost of the tour).
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