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Valid for select departures 05 Jul-23 Aug 25.

What's included

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8 day trip with On the Go Tours departing Delhi.
7 nights accommodation in 3 & 4 star heritage hotels.
Breakfast daily and 1 Dinner.
Guided sightseeing - Delhi, Jaipur, Agra and Karauli or Dholpur.
Travel by jeep to beautiful Amber Fort in Jaipur.
Escorted by an English-speaking Indian tour guide (for groups of 4 or more).
Services of English-speaking Indian specialist guides at some sites.
Airport arrival transfer on day 1.
All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles Tour Highlights.
Agra - Visit the impressive Agra Fort and enjoy a guided tour of India�s legendary Taj Mahal.
Delhi - Ride on a rickshaw around Old Delhi and see highlights of the city including Jama Masjid, Humayun�s Tomb and the India Gate monument.
Jaipur - Enjoy a tour of the highlights of the Pink City including the City Palace and Jantar Mantar space observatory.
Karauli or Dholpur - Spend the night at the Maharaja�s Palace Bhanwar Vilas in Karauli or the Raj Niwas Palace in Dholpur.
Amber Fort - Explore the famous 16th century fortress, laid out over four levels and set on shimmering Maota Lake.
Please Note: Airfares are additional.
International flights, arrival and departure transfers, departure and airport taxes, visas, all other meals, all optional tours or activities during free time, transfers outside of the tour program, travel insurance, tips and items of a personal nature are not included.
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Itinerary / more information

  • Day 1 Delhi. On arrival in Delhi you are met at the airport and transferred to our hotel. The rest of today is free to explore India's capital at leisure before meeting the group and guide at the hotel at 18:00 for a Welcome meeting. For those able to arrive very early today or the day prior, why not get off the beaten track and explore Old Delhi with us on our optional 'Backstreets of Delhi' add-on tour. You will get to relish the taste of various street foods, from savoury to sweet. Along the way, visit Khari Baoli, the largest spice market in India and the colourful Bazar Matia Mahal, located opposite the majestic Jama Masjid Mosque. The tour will combine a mixture of metro, electric rickshaw and walking to get around.
  • Day 2 Old & New Delhi. This morning we enjoy a packed day of sightseeing in Old and New Delhi. Check out the UNESCO-listed Humayun?s Tomb and Jama Masjid - India?s oldest and largest mosque. Visit the iconic Sikh temple Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and its community kitchen feeding 25,000-30,000 people daily. We also enjoy a thrilling rickshaw ride around the Chandni Chowk bazaar and explore New Delhi. Walk down the Rajpath, formerly known as the King?s Way and see the famous India Gate monument. This afternoon, we will drive to Agra. After checking into the hotel, enjoy a group Namaste dinner for departures in 2024. Please note there is no dinner included for departures in 2025.
  • Day 3 Taj Mahal. This morning, we'll visit the legendary Taj Mahal, India's most renowned monument. Constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century as a tribute to his beloved wife, this iconic white marble mausoleum is an unparalleled symbol of love and devotion, standing as one of the most extraordinary architectural masterpieces in the world. Be sure to capture this once-in-a-lifetime experience with plenty of photos! Following our visit to the Taj Mahal, we?ll journey to the impressive Agra Fort. This massive red sandstone fortress houses some of India's most exquisite Mughal buildings, all safeguarded behind its towering fortified walls. It?s a site rich with history and grandeur, offering a fascinating glimpse into the Mughal era.
  • Day 4 Karauli or Dholpur. This morning we journey to either Karauli or Dholpur breaking for lunch en route. In Karauli, we will stay in the beautiful Palace Bhanwar Vilas. An eclectic melding of both Oriental and Art Deco architecture, the heritage-listed hotel was built in 1938 as a family home of the Maharaja of Jaipur. In Dholpur, we will stay at the magnificent Raj Niwas Palace, which is known for its red sandstone, traditional Rajisthani architecture, and European-style ceramics. It's said that this heritage-listed hotel was built by the Maharaja to welcome HRH Albert Edward, who visited in 1876. Spend the afternoon at your leisure exploring the grounds, perhaps check out the vintage cars or take a dip in the swimming pools. This evening, you can also opt to attend the evening Aarti (prayer). Please note there is no lunch included for departures in 2025, instead you will have time to enjoy lunch at your own expense.
  • Day 5 Jaipur. This morning we hit the road towards the vibrant UNESCO listed Pink City of Jaipur. On arrival, we will spend the afternoon on a tour of the illustrious City Palace and the UNESCO-listed Jantar Mantar Space Observatory, which features 19 separate astrological instruments.
  • Day 6 Jaipur sightseeing. Enjoy an unforgettable experience early this morning with an optional balloon ride over Jaipur. Sail with the wind over the surrounding region and pass above hill-top forts and regal palaces. Later, enjoy a jeep ride to Amber Fort for a guided tour and visit a cotton weaving house for an authentic demonstration of fabric dyeing. The remainder of the day is at your leisure, why not opt to explore the Johari Bazaar in the Old Pink City.
  • Day 7 Return to Delhi. Return to Delhi today where the rest of the day is at leisure. Perhaps visit the impressive Akshardham - the world?s largest Hindu temple.
  • Day 8 Delhi. Our Indian adventure comes to an end today. A departure transfer can be booked for an additional supplement if required.
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