Engaging Discoveries for our World Travelers- Stand in awe before Akshardham Temple, a breathtaking monument of pink stone and gleaming white marble featuring no less than 234 ornate pillars, 9 decorated domes and 20,000 statues.
Dine at Veda.. Delhi’s most popular new restaurant was stylishly decorated by a top Indian designer and features a fresh, creative take on traditional curries.
Delight in the hospitality of a retired Colonel and his family, your hosts for a magical evening of dining, conversation and, if you wish, an informal culinary demonstration featuring cherished family recipes!
6 World Heritage Sites #WHS#
This trip is available with professional, bi-lingual guides fluent in their own local dialect plus a variety of other languages like Spanish, Italian, Chinese and many others.

HOTEL INFORMATION:
Jaypee Palace HotelHotel Class: Deluxe
Amongst the most contemporary of hotels in Agra, the Jaypee Palace offers a subtle blend of Mughal Architectural brilliance and modern amenities.Sprawling 25 acres in Agra of landscaped gardens, this hotel offers a modern business center, specialty restaurants, health club, 350 elegantly appointed rooms.
The MughalHotel Class: Deluxe
The Mughal is located at the heart of the city, and is a blend of old world charm and exceptional service. Guests have pool and garden views from their rooms, as well as air-conditioning, cable TV, telephone, and radio. Guests can dine at one of the five restaurants, or extend out into the city and find their own restaurant of choice. Other hotel amenities include massage, tour services, florist, sauna, outdoor heated pool, steam baths, tennis, and a sauna.
The Oberoi AmarvilasHotel Class: Luxury
Located only 600 meters from the Taj Mahal, every vantage point of the Oberoi Amarvilas offers a breathtaking view of the monument. The resort has its own splendor as it displays fountains, parks, pavilions and reflection pools which transport guests back to the time of the Emperors and Princes. All guest rooms feature walk-in closets, satellite TV, CD and DVD players, mini-bar, and marble bathrooms.
Crown Plaza HotelHotel Class: Deluxe
The hotel has a host of restaurants that offer varied culinary experiences, two bars, conference facilities, fitness centre and a discotheque.
196 rooms are equipped with direct dial telephone, mini-bar, live satellite news, hairdryer, electronic safe, coffee and tea making facilities.
Le MeridienHotel Class: Deluxe
Located next to Delhi’s fashionable shopping and cultural center, Le Meridien Hotel has all the comforts of the modern world at guests’ fingertips. The 355 guest rooms have a view, air-conditioning, TV, radio, minibar, and telephone. Additional amenities include the health and fitness center, swimming pool, and restaurant.
The OberoiHotel Class: Luxury
Set in India’s capitol city, the Oberoi Hotel reflects the city’s blend of contemporary sophistication and traditional Indian culture. The hotel is located close the business, commercial and shopping districts, offering guests no end of options to explore in the city. The Oberoi Hotel also has a private spa, as well as a fitness center made up of a gymnasium, steam rooms, saunas and swimming pool.
Four Points SheratonHotel Class: Deluxe
Located in the heart of Jaipur, the Four Points by Sheraton is convenient to popular attractions, shopping, and restaurants, the City Palace, Amber Fort and Hawa Mahal. The 114 guest rooms offer simple, uncomplicated convenience and include flat screen television, high speed internet access and mini-bar. Guest accommodations include non-smoking facilities, outdoor pool, and a 24 hour restaurant.
Rajputana Palace SheratonHotel Class: Deluxe
The Rajputana palace Sheraton is just outside the city center, providing guests with the opportunity to explore the city's shopping and cultural events. All 216 guest rooms have air conditioning, a balcony, cable TV, telephone, and minibar. Additional services include the heated pool, fitness center, tennis courts, and restaurants with international cuisine.
The Oberoi RajvilasHotel Class: Luxury
Set in the heart of one of India’s most vibrant and exotic cities, the Oberoi Rajvilas has charm to match that of the city. The Oberoi Rajvilas is set on 32 acres of Jaipur gardens and pavilions, and provides guests with a naturally harmonious backdrop in which to relax. All 54 rooms at the hotel are set around courtyards, and feature private bars, satellite TVs, CD and DVD players, telephones, data-ports, and butler service. Finally, the spa and fitness center has a steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi and yoga classes.
Day 1 - Welcome to DelhiCheck-in to your choice of carefully selected, city-center hotel.
Day 2 - Explore DelhiFull-day privately guided sightseeing includes Raj Ghat and a rickshaw tour through Old Delhi to see the Red Fort#WHS# and Jama Masjid. Browse in Chandni Chowk, the old city market, and ride the Metro with your guide to New Delhi. See India Gate and visit Qutab Minar#WHS# and Emperor Humayun’s Tomb#WHS#. Marvel at the imposing Akshardham Temple, a towering monument to world peace, and dine this evening at Veda, a stylish venue offering traditional curry with a contemporary flair. Meals B,D
Day 3 - Delhi / AgraTravel to Agra and check-in to your hotel before your private car sightseeing tour, including the imposing Agra Fort#WHS# and the unforgettable Taj Mahal#WHS#. Experience traditional Indian hospitality this evening when you dine with a retired Colonel and his family in their gracious home. Meals B,D
Day 4 - Agra / JaipurJourney into the Rajasthani countryside, filled with the sights and colors of India! Visit the red-sandstone, ‘ghost town’ of Fatehpur Sikri#WHS#, built in the 16th century by Emperor Akbar and still in pristine condition, making it easy to imagine the opulence of long-ago court life. Arrive Jaipur and check-in to your hotel. Meals B
Day 5 - Explore JaipurAscend atop an elephant into the Amber Palace and visit the Palace Museum to admire miniature paintings and Rajasthani royal costumes. See the Palace of the Winds and tour Jantar Mantar, an accurate observatory built in 1726. Enjoy a rickshaw ride and time to do some shopping here in the ‘Pink City,’ famous for its embroidered fabrics, carved wooden boxes, and finely-crafted jewelry. Meals B
Day 6 - Return to DelhiAfter breakfast, return to Delhi with your private car and driver. Check in to your choice of hotel and enjoy the balance of your day at leisure to shop and explore as you wish. Meals B
Day 7 - DelhiYour tour with us finishes this morning. Meals B
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