Overview

This India itinerary begins in Mumbai before continuing to Jaipur, Agra, and Delhi. Guests experience a combination of India’s major cultural, historical, and architectural highlights, including Mumbai’s city sights, Jaipur’s royal heritage, Fatehpur Sikri, the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and the landmarks of Old and New Delhi.

The journey includes traditional garlanding on arrival, meeting and assistance at airports, private chauffeur-driven transfers, hotel accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis, sightseeing with English-speaking local guides, and entrance fees as listed.

Experience Highlights

• Traditional welcome with garlanding on arrival in Mumbai
• Half-day Mumbai city tour
• Visit Mumbai highlights including Gateway of India, Mani Bhawan, Marine Drive, Hanging Garden, Kamla Nehru Garden, and Chowpatty
• Experience Jaipur, the Pink City and capital of Rajasthan
• Visit Amer Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and Hawa Mahal
• Enjoy a free day in Jaipur for independent activities
• Travel to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri
• Visit the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort
• Explore Old and New Delhi on a combined city tour
• Visit Raj Ghat, Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhawan, Qutab Minar, and Lotus Temple
• Enjoy free days in Delhi for independent activities

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Mumbai

On arrival in Mumbai, guests will receive a traditional garlanding welcome, with meeting and assistance at the airport. A representative will welcome and escort guests by private chauffeur-driven transport to the hotel.

While room keys and check-in are arranged, guests will receive a welcome folder and briefing on the tour programme.

Mumbai, formerly Bombay, is the capital of Maharashtra and lies on the west coast of India with a deep natural harbour.

Accommodation: Hotel Kohinoor Continental, Fariyas, or similar

Overnight: Mumbai

Day 2: Mumbai City Tour

After breakfast, enjoy a half-day city tour of Mumbai. The city offers a rich mix of historical sites, contemporary wonders, archaeological sites, religious sites, natural attractions, and lively city views.

Highlights include the Gateway of India, Mani Bhawan or Gandhi Memorial, Marine Drive, Hanging Garden, Kamla Nehru Garden, and Chowpatty.

Overnight: Mumbai

Day 3: Mumbai to Jaipur

Transfer to the airport in time to board the flight to Jaipur. On arrival, guests will be met and assisted by a representative before being transferred by private transport to the hotel.

Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, is known as the Pink City and forms part of India’s famous Golden Triangle tourist circuit together with Agra and Delhi.

Accommodation: Hotel Ramada or similar

Overnight: Jaipur

Day 4: Jaipur City Tour

Enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour of Jaipur. The morning includes an excursion to Amer Fort, located around 11 kilometres from Jaipur. The fort is built with white marble and red sandstone and is beautifully positioned with Maota Lake in the foreground.

In the afternoon, visit City Palace, the former royal residence built in a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal styles. Continue to Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, and other Jaipur attractions.

Overnight: Jaipur

Day 5: Jaipur at Leisure

After breakfast, enjoy a full day free for independent activities.

Overnight: Jaipur

Day 6: Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri

After breakfast, depart by road to Agra, travelling approximately 245 kilometres. En route, visit Fatehpur Sikri.

On arrival in Agra, check in at the hotel. Agra is known as the city of the Taj Mahal and is one of India’s most iconic Mughal cities.

Accommodation: Hotel Clarks Shiraaz or similar

Overnight: Agra

Day 7: Agra City Tour

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day city tour visiting the Taj Mahal, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1630 for his queen Mumtaz Mahal.

The tour also includes Agra Fort, also known as the Red Fort. Guests may also explore Agra’s rich handicraft heritage in its markets.

Please note: The Taj Mahal is closed every Friday.

Overnight: Agra

Day 8: Agra to Delhi

After breakfast, depart by road to Delhi, travelling approximately 205 kilometres. On arrival, check in at the hotel.

Delhi is the capital city of India and a major gateway to the country. It combines ancient and modern culture, rich history, medieval markets, modern city life, and political importance.

Accommodation: Hotel ITC WelcomHotel Dwarka or similar

Overnight: Delhi

Day 9: Old and New Delhi City Tour

After breakfast, enjoy a combined city tour of Old and New Delhi.

Highlights include Raj Ghat, Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Laxmi Narayan Temple, India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhawan, Qutab Minar, and the Bahai Temple, also known as the Lotus Temple.

Overnight: Delhi

Day 10: Delhi at Leisure

After breakfast, enjoy a full day free for independent activities.

Overnight: Delhi

Day 11: Delhi at Leisure

After breakfast, enjoy another full day free for independent activities.

Overnight: Delhi

Day 12: Delhi at Leisure

After breakfast, enjoy a full day free for independent activities.

Overnight: Delhi

Day 13: Delhi Departure

Transfer to the airport in time to board the flight for the onward destination.

Please note: Standard hotel check-in and check-out time is 12h00.

What’s Included

• Traditional welcome with garlanding on arrival
• Meeting and assistance on arrival and departure by office representative
• Transfers from airports to hotels and vice versa
• Transfer of baggage by air-conditioned transport
• Hotel accommodation on a double-sharing, bed and breakfast basis at listed or similar hotels
• Prevailing government taxes for the listed number of nights
• Services of English-speaking local guides during sightseeing tours
• Entrance fees included
• Road taxes, parking fees, fuel charges, and interstate taxes
• Representative assistance on all arrival and departure transfers
• Currently applicable taxes, including service tax
• Free surprise gift on departure

Exclusions

• International flights
• Visas
• Lunches and dinners
• Expenses of a personal nature, including telephone calls, table drinks, laundry, and tips
• Any other services or expenses not mentioned as included

Important Notes

• The rate is based on dollar fluctuations and may be subject to change
• A deposit of R5 000 is required to secure the booking
• Standard hotel check-in and check-out time is 12h00
• The Taj Mahal is closed every Friday

Added Value

• A well-rounded introduction to India’s major cultural and historical highlights
• Includes the popular Mumbai, Jaipur, Agra, and Delhi route
• Features the Taj Mahal, Jaipur heritage sites, Mumbai city highlights, and Old and New Delhi
• Includes guided sightseeing, airport assistance, transfers, and selected entrance fees
• Leisure days included for independent exploration

Departures & Pricing