Introduction to India

(10 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis)
Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur

This tour is a great introduction to India for travelers with a limited amount of time. Enjoy comprehensive private sightseeing by day and lavish accommodation by night.

Begin in Delhi, the vibrant capital of India. During private touring with your expert local guide, experience the best of Old and New Delhi: tour historic attractions and UNESCO sites such as the Red Fort, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutb Minar and Jama Masjid; ride a rickshaw through bustling markets and bazaars overflowing with spices, bangles and saris; browse fashionable districts filled with galleries and boutiques selling beautiful Indian crafts and decorative items; and visit the Gandhi Memorial Museum, Crafts Museum or other specialty museums. Other options include culinary touring, personalized shopping tours, visiting the Lodhi Gardens, philanthropic activities and more.

Continue to Agra to visit the spellbinding Taj Mahal, the world’s greatest monument to love and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During a private tour, learn about the history of the ornate marble mausoleum, and admire the incredible craftsmanship of inlaid stone decorations and carved marble screens. Also visit local marble studios, markets and Agra Fort. Stay at the beautiful Oberoi Amarvilas in a room with an open view of the Taj Mahal.

En route to Jaipur, visit Fatehpur Sikri, a former capital of the Mughal Empire and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to Jaipur, the famed Pink City of Rajasthan. During private touring see the highlights of the vast City Palace, admire the beautiful carved sandstone facade of the Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Wind), and walk around the sculpture-like structures of the Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. One day, visit Amber Fort, an impressive hilltop fortress and UNESCO site, and see its spectacular Sheesh Mahal, a room covered in dazzling mirror mosaics. Jaipur is also known for bazaars, shops and decorative arts, and there will be time to experience the top boutiques, woodblock print studios, jewelry stores, markets and museums. If desired, also experience the city’s beautiful cafes and other architectural highlights. One evening, enjoy a fascinating aarti religious ceremony at a white marble Hindu temple.

Next, fly to Udaipur, a beautiful city built around lakes and hills. During private touring, enjoy a private cruise on Lake Pichola, tour the City Palace and Jagdish Temple, visit Saheliyon Ki Bari Garden, see decorative arts highlights, walk through whitewashed backstreets, browse local bazaars, and visit local studios specializing in miniature paintings and folk art. Also enjoy an insider culinary experience at the home of a prestigious local family.

Conclude in Delhi with time for last-minute shopping and sightseeing before your flight.

Itinerary Overview

Day 1 Arrive Delhi VIP arrival assistance. Private arrival transfer to hotel for 2 nights Day 2 Delhi Full-day private tour Day 3 Delhi – Agra Private transfer to Agra and hotel for 2 nights. Afternoon private tour, including sunset visit to Taj Mahal Day 4 Agra Full-day private tour, including optional sunrise Taj Mahal visit Day 5 Agra – Jaipur Private transfer to hotel for 2 nights, with optional tour of Fatehpur Sikri en route Day 6 Jaipur Full-day private tour Day 7 Jaipur – Udaipur Private transfer to the airport for flight to Udaipur. Private arrival transfer to hotel for 2 nights. Afternoon private cruise on Lake Pichola Day 8 Udaipur Full-day private city tour, including meal at private home Day 9 Udaipur – Delhi Private transfer to airport for flight to Delhi. Private arrival transfer to hotel for 1 night. Afternoon private flexible touring and shopping as desired Day 10 Depart Delhi Private airport transfer. VIP departure assistance

Hotels

Delhi: The Oberoi New Delhi, The Leela Palace, New Delhi or The Imperial New Delhi Agra: The Oberoi Amarvilas Jaipur: Rambagh Palace or The Oberoi Rajvilas Udaipur: The Oberoi Udaivilas

Cost

From $16,975 Per person (double occupancy)