Best of Bhutan & India (16 Days)
Delhi, Thimphu, Punakha, Paro, Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur
Family Tour of India
(9 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis) Delhi, Agra, Ranthambore, Jaipur
India is a wonderful place to travel with family, and this private tour is sure to please and inspire every family member with its ideal combination of culture, cuisine, wildlife, comfort and lifestyle. This tour features urban Delhi, the Taj Mahal, a wildlife safari at a luxury tented camp, and fascinating city of Jaipur in Rajasthan.
Begin in Delhi, the bustling capital of India. During private touring tailored to each family's interests, experience highlights such as a rickshaw ride through the bazaars of Old Delhi, historic attractions such as the Red Fort and Humayun’s Tomb, the National Gandhi Museum, sampling local culinary specialties, visiting an archaeological park, relaxing in the Lodi Gardens, swimming at the hotel, seeing crafts being made at the Crafts Museum, and enjoying the best of Delhi's many other highlights.
Next, transfer to Agra for a spellbinding visit to the Taj Mahal, India's most famous icon. Also visit Agra Fort and local markets. Stay in the lavish Oberoi Amarvilas in a room with an uninterrupted view of the Taj.
Continue to Ranthambore National Park, one of the world’s finest wildlife sanctuaries, home to tigers, leopards and crocodiles. Enjoy several game viewing excursions while staying at a luxury tented camp surrounded by lemon and mango trees.
Continue to nearby Jaipur, Rajasthan’s great “Pink City.” See the rich architectural legacy of Jaipur’s merchants and maharajas (Hindu princes)—hill forts, palaces, an observatory, gardens, temples and havelis (courtyard mansions)—surrounded by stark desert. Ride an elephant to Amber Fort. Marvel at the luminous saris of indigenous tribal women and the bright turbans of Rajasthani men. Explore medieval backstreets and browse bazaars selling textiles, leatherwork, woodblock prints, perfume, jewelry and Jaipur’s traditional blue pottery.
Conclude with a night in Delhi and enjoy last-minute sightseeing.
This tour can be fully customized to suit the ages and interests of everyone traveling.
Itinerary Overview
Day 1
Arrive Delhi
Private arrival transfer to hotel for 2 nights
Day 2
Delhi
Full-day private tour of Old & New Delhi
Day 3
Delhi – Agra
Private transfer to first-class train to Agra. Private arrival transfer to hotel for overnight stay. Afternoon tour of Taj Mahal and Agra
Day 4
Agra – Ranthambore National Park
Sunrise visit to Taj Mahal, if desired. Private transfer to Ranthambore National Park for 2 nights. Afternoon wildlife viewing
Day 5
Ranthambore National Park
Morning and afternoon wildlife viewing
Day 6
Ranthambore – Jaipur
Private transfer to Jaipur for 2 nights with touring of Fatehpur Sikri en route
Day 7
Jaipur
Full-day private touring, including morning elephant ride to Amber Fort
Day 8
Jaipur – Delhi
Transfer and flight to Delhi for 1 night. Private guide and driver at disposal for flexible touring
Day 9
Depart Delhi
Private airport transfer
Hotels
Delhi:
The Imperial New Delhi
Agra:
The Oberoi Amarvilas
Ranthambore:
The Oberoi Vanyavilas
Jaipur:
Rambagh Palace
Cost
$6,590
Per Person (double occupancy)
Optional surcharge for regional business class flights (when available):
From $115 per person
