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Discover India’s many hues, from its rich royal heritage to its awesome Royal Bengal tiger with our Indian royal tour and India wildlife tour.

DAY 1: ARRIVE DELHI
Arrive Delhi to be escorted from the airport to the hotel; overnight in Delhi.

DAY 2: NEW DELHI TOUR
After a relaxed breakfast, start a tour of New Delhi. Drive along Rajpath, the capital's broadest avenue, on to Rashtrapati Bhawan or the Parliament House (residence of the President of India) finally to emerge at India Gate. Visit Humayun's Tomb, the Qutab Minar and the colorful Birla Mandir. Enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant where you are treated to traditional Indian hospitality. Overnight in Delhi.

DAY 3: OLD DELHI – AGRA (203 KMS)
After breakfast, start out for the Red Fort, built by Shah Jahan, Raj Ghat, a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi, Ashoka Pillar, and the ancient Chandni Chowk bazaar. In the afternoon, drive to Agra, en route stopping at Sikandra, to visit the tomb of Emperor Akbar. Overnight at Agra.

DAY 4: FATEHPUR SIKRI AND AGRA SIGHTSEEING (TAJ IS CLOSED ON FRIDAY)
In the morning, visit Emperor Akbar's 16th century abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri. Remarkably well preserved, this is a perfect blend of Muslim, Hindu and Jain architecture. In the afternoon return to Agra to explore the 16th century Agra Fort. Follow this with a visit to the magnificent Taj Mahal and absorb the monument’s fascinating transformation as the sun sets. Overnight in Agra.

DAY 5: AGRA – RANTHAMBHORE (260 KMS)
After breakfast drive to the remains of a 1000-year-old fortress of Ranthambhore which is today a wildlife sanctuary; leopards and tigers promise to give you a great treat here. On arrival hotel check in; rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 6: IN RANTHAMBHORE
After snacks, begin a jungle safari through Ranthambhore, one of the few reserves in India where you can still catch a glimpse of the magnificent tiger. Nearly hunted to extinction by the royalty and their British overlords, the Royal Bengal tiger has found a safe haven here, thanks to Project Tiger and the World Wildlife Fund. Overnight in Ranthambhore.

DAY 7: RANTHAMBHORE – JAIPUR (190 KMS)
Drive to the Pink City, visit Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds, and then the City Palace which stands proud with its latticed balconies, miniature windows, courtyards and arched entrances. A stop at the ancient observatory of Jantar Mantar concludes the tour. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 8: JAIPUR (AMBER FORT EXCURSION)
Get transported back to a regal past as you ride atop elegantly draped elephants to the mountain fortress of Amber, an outstanding example of Rajput architecture. The afternoon is at leisure. Overnight in Jaipur.

DAY 9: JAIPUR – UDAIPUR (BY AIR)
In the morning, fly to Udaipur and tour this famous City of Lakes, possibly the most picturesque and romantic cities in the world. Visit City Palace, Saheliyon ki Bari or Garden of Maids and the folklore museum where you can enjoy a string puppet show. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 10: UDAIPUR - RANAKPUR EXCURSION (90 KMS)
Drive down to the beautiful 15th century sculpted Jain temples of Ranakpur. The intricately carved white marble temple of Adinath, the most well-preserved and impressive examples of Western Indian temple architecture is a splendid sight. The temple dedicated to the Sun God is famed for its erotic sculpture. Stop for lunch at Maharani Bagh, a mango grove and private gardens of the Maharana of Jodhpur. Overnight in Udaipur.

DAY 11: UDAIPUR - DELHI (BY AIR)
Drive to the airport for flight to Delhi. Transfer to the hotel on arrival. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 12: DELHI
Transport will be arranged for departure transfer to the international airport.

TOUR ENDS 

• Accommodation for 11 nights in 3 star/ heritage hotels
• Daily breakfast
• All transfers & sightseeing by individual vehicle
• 1 Jeep Safari at Ranthambore Tiger reserve.
• All applicable taxes

Agra, Jaipur, Bharatpur, Khajuraho, Bandhavgarh National Park, Kanha National Park, Mumbai