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Remarkable structures are just part of India’s appeal. You’ll also enjoy a rickshaw ride through a colorful local bazaar (a unique adventure included by Globus), a cooking demonstration of Indian food, and a home-hosted dinner with an Indian noble family—another out-of-the-ordinary experience offered by Globus. A final tour highlight is a visit to Ranthambore National Park. Here, three game drives in an open-air safari vehicle give you an opportunity to see native wildlife, including the elusive leopard and Bengal tiger.
These are just a few of the many highlights offered on this spectacular India tour. If you’re a traveler looking for a new adventure, this is the vacation for you!
Highlights
Visit Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib; LF rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk bazaar; welcome dinner with Indian cooking demonstration
AGRA Visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri
BHARATPUR–RANTHAMBORE NATIONAL PARK Travel by train
RANTHAMBORE NATIONAL PARK Three game drives
JAIPUR LF Home-hosted dinner with Indian noble family featuring a sari- and turban-tying demonstration; visit Amber Fort, the City Palace & Museum, Jantar Mantar, and Hawa Mahal
2020 Tour itinerary
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Total meals included:
- 9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners
ARRIVE IN DELHI, INDIA.
Day1
Welcome to India’s capital city! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in.
DELHI.
Day2
Today’s sightseeing starts with an orientation drive to see the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, India Gate, and the Presidential Palace. Afterward, take a LF RICKSHAW RIDE through Chandni Chowk, a captivating local bazaar. Here, ancient alleyways are lined with quaint shops selling all sorts of goods and souvenirs—from silver and saris to spices and electronics. After lunch in a local restaurant, visit QUTUB MINAR, the world’s tallest brick minaret, dating back to the 11th century. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a lavish welcome dinner that includes a COOKING DEMONSTRATION and talk on Indian cuisine with a local chef.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
DELHI–AGRA
Day3
This morning, visit HUMAYUN’S TOMB and GURUDWARA BANGLA SAHIB, Delhi’s largest and most prominent Sikh gurudwara (house of worship). After lunch, drive to Agra and settle in for the evening.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
AGRA.
Day4
Start your day with a sunrise visit to the incomparable TAJ MAHAL, an extravagant marble monument to love. Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan built it as a memorial to his beloved wife, who died during childbirth. Later, travel to AGRA FORT, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by the Moghul Emperor Akbar. This impressive fortress of red sandstone conceals the imperial city of the Moghul rulers and its many palaces.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
AGRA–FATEHPUR SIKRI–RANTHAMBORE NATIONAL PARK.
Day5
Today, stop at FATEHPUR SIKRI (the City of Victory), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built by Emperor Akbar in the 16th century it was the capital of the Mughal Empire for only some 10 years before it was completely abandoned due to the lack of adequate water. After lunch in Bharatpur, board a TRAIN bound for RANTHAMBORE NATIONAL PARK, one of the best places in India to spot the elusive Bengal tiger!
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
RANTHAMBORE.
Day6
Today, explore the park on MORNING & AFTERNOON GAME DRIVES in an open-air safari vehicle. In addition to Bengal tigers, the park is home to leopard, sambar deer, sloth bears, marsh crocodiles, striped hyena, and more. Between game drives, enjoy free time to relax.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
RANTHAMBORE–JAIPUR
Day7
Rise early this morning for one last GAME DRIVE in this magical land. Then, travel to Jaipur. In 1876, the city was painted pink to welcome the Prince of Wales, and it has been known as the “Pink City” ever since. Tonight, enjoy a LF HOME-HOSTED DINNER with an Indian noble family, followed by a SARI- and TURBAN-TYING demonstration.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
JAIPUR.
Day8
Today, visit the amazing AMBER FORT, built entirely of white marble and red sandstone. Tour the interior with its intricate mosaics, carvings, paintings, and mirror works. This afternoon, visit the CITY PALACE and the adjoining MUSEUM, which houses a collection of rare manuscripts. Also, stop at JANTAR MANTAR and the famous HAWA MAHAL (Palace of the Winds). Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a festive farewell dinner to celebrate your journey through India.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
JAIPUR–DELHI.
Day9
Fly back to Delhi this morning and prepare for your journey home.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
DELHI.
Day10
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.
NOTE:
Some flights depart Delhi very early in the morning. In these cases, breakfast is not included on Day 10, and you will have to depart for the airport late in the evening on Day 9 or just after Midnight on Day 10.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Things to note
- Small-Group Discovery – We never allow more than 20 travelers on our Small-Group Discovery vacations, allowing you to truly immerse yourself in the destination and local culture.
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Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Le Meridien New Delhi
Moderate Deluxe
Ideally located in the heart of New Delhi, the luxurious Le Meridien New Delhi stands tall over the historic landscape of Lutyen's Delhi. The hotel features a sophisticated and modern design, and sweeping views of New Delhi.
Location
Windsor Place, New Delhi, Delhi, India
Hotel Facilities
- Gift Shop
- ATM
- Business Center
- Hot Tub
- Concierge desk
- Spa Services
- Laundry Available
- Pool
- Beauty Salon
- Fitness Room
- Luggage Storage
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Elevator
- Parking/Valet
- Currency Exchange
Room Facilities
- Climate Control
- Desk
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
- Phone
- In-Room Safe
- Room Service
- Internet Access
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Air Conditioning
- Hair Dryer
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Mini-bar
- Coffee Maker
Novotel New Delhi Aerocity
Superior First-Class
This modern hotel is located adjacent to the airport and within walking distance to the Aero metro station, offering convenient access to the city.
Location
Asset No 2; Aerocity Hospitality Dist, IGI Airport, Delhi, India
Hotel Facilities
- Gift Shop
- Laundry Available
- Parking/Valet
- Concierge desk
- Pool
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
- Spa Services
- Free WiFi
- Fitness Room
- ATM
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
- Beauty Salon
Room Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
- In-Room Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Climate Control
- Desk
- Television
- Phone
- Internet Access
- Mini-bar
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Hair Dryer
- Cable/Satellite
- Room Service
- Coffee Maker
- Complimentary Toiletries
Trident, Agra
Superior First-Class
The Trident, Agra is set amidst beautiful gardens, fountains, landscaped central courtyards, and built of red stone reminiscent of the Mughal era. The hotel is literally, a stone's throw away from one of the new 7 Wonders of the World, the Taj Mahal.
Location
Tajnagri Scheme, Agra, India
Hotel Facilities
- Gift Shop
- Laundry Available
- Spa Services
- Fitness Room
- Restaurant On-Site
- Ice Machine
- Parking/Valet
- Concierge desk
- Luggage Storage
- Bar/Lounge
- Pool
- Business Center
- Beauty Salon
Room Facilities
- Room Service
- Climate Control
- Daily Housekeeping
- Mini-bar
- In-Room Safe
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Wake-Up Calls
- Phone
- Coffee Maker
- Television
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite
- Internet Access
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Smoking Rooms
- Desk
- Hair Dryer
- Complimentary Toiletries
Sawai Vilas
Superior First-Class
Situated adjacent to the famous Ranthambhore National Park, Sawai Vilas is the one stop destination for an authentic jungle experience. Set in an area of green belt, and surrounded by lush woodlands, Sawai Vilas is a perfect luxurious getaway amidst a rustic surrounding.
Location
Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan, India
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Gift Shop
- Free WiFi
- Ice Machine
- Business Center
- Restaurant On-Site
- Fitness Room
- Pool
- Spa Services
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- In-Room Safe
- Desk
- Television
- Coffee Maker
Trident, Jaipur
Superior First-Class
Breathtaking views of the serene Mansagar Lake and the striking Aravalli range welcome guests to this hotel situated en route to Jaipur's famous Amber Fort. The hotel's multi cuisine restaurant serves an elaborate a 'la carte menu and extensive buffets for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Location
Amber Fort Road, Jaipur, India
Hotel Facilities
- Gift Shop
- Parking/Valet
- Currency Exchange
- Concierge desk
- Laundry Available
- Fitness Room
- Bar/Lounge
- Elevator
- Luggage Storage
- Restaurant On-Site
- Business Center
- Pool
Room Facilities
- Hair Dryer
- Internet Access
- Television
- In-Room Safe
- Wake-Up Calls
- Window Opens
- Phone
- Mini-bar
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Desk
- Alarm Clock
- Climate Control
- Coffee Maker
- Cable/Satellite
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Room Service
- Air Conditioning
- Complimentary Toiletries
