7 Days Private Tour of Taj Mahal, Tigers, Palace and Forts of India

Day 1: New Delhi - The Capital City of India - The amalgamation of Old and New forms of art, culture and lifestyle

1. Humayun's Tomb
   45m · Admission ticket included
   Our Guide will meet you at your desired location in Delhi / Gurugram/ Noida at 8 AM to conduct a full-day tour of Old & New Delhi. After giving a small brief about the rich cultural heritage and legacies of India in general, You will start your day by visiting Humayun's Tomb. Constructed in 1569-70, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Humayun’s Tomb is the tomb of the second Mughal Emperor Humayun. The mausoleum is the finest example of Mughal architecture. Together with its accomplished Charbagh garden, typical of Persian gardens, but never seen before in India, it set a precedent for subsequent Mughal architecture. A century after its construction Humayun’s tomb inspired the construction of the more famous Taj Mahal.
2. Raj Ghat
   20m
   Raj Ghat is a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi in Delhi, India. In the open gardens, a black marble platform marks the spot of Mahatma Gandhi's cremation, and an eternal flame burns at one end
3. Red Fort
   Pass by
   The Historic Fort in Old Delhi was the seat of power for many centuries. Constructed in 17th century by Mughals, Red Fort has witnessed the rise and fall of many empires. Many of the structures inside the fort complex were demolished by British when the fort was used as garrison. Every year on India's Independence Day (15 August), the Prime Minister hoists the Indian tricolour flag at the fort's main gate and delivers a nationally broadcast speech from its ramparts. You shall pass by this massive fort and instead visit Fort in Agra which is in a much better state of preservation and is a replica of the Red Fort in Delhi.
4. Jama Masjid
   45m
   Jama Mosque or Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosques in India. Situated in Old Delhi, the mosque was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan ( also the builder of Taj Mahal ) between 1644 and 1656. The courtyard can accommodate more than 25,000 people. It is advised to wear full trousers and women should also cover their arms so should wear a full sleeves dress while visiting Jama Mosque.
5. Pasar Chandni Chowk
   45m
   Chandni Chowk or the Moonlight Square is one of the busiest markets of old Delhi. The market has been in existence for three centuries and markets full of spices, dried fruits, silver jewelry, and merry saris, while the narrow side streets are lined with small shops selling essential oils, stationery, and traditional sweets from India. A rickshaw ride or a walk through the fumes and fragrances in the narrow lanes and by-lanes of this market is often enjoyed by visitors.
6. Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
   45m
   As by now, it will be time to lunch you will head to the heart of Delhi, The Cannaught Place. Gurudwara Bangla Sahib or just Sikh Temple in Delhi is one of the main worship places for Sikhs. A beautiful white building flanked by a golden dome has a pool (Sarovar) inside the complex where the devotees take bath before entering the temple. The holy rhymes of Gurbani meditate the visitor. Volunteer yourself and make some Indian bread (Roti or Chapati) in a large community kitchen in-side the temple which serves free food daily to all the visitors and devotees of all religions, society, caste, and creed. If you like relish the delicious Indian food cooked and served for free in this Sikh temple or just go to many of the dinning options available in Cannaught place.
7. India Gate
   20m
   India Gate constructed in 1931 is a war memorial to the 70,000 British Indian Army who died during the First World War. The 42 m high India Gate, an “Arc-de-Triomphe” like archway in the middle of a crossroad, memorial bears the names of more than 13,516 British and Indian soldiers killed in the Northwestern Frontier in the Afghan war of 1919.
8. Rashtrapati Bhavan
   Pass by
   Drive past President House and other Parliamentary Buildings which are part of Luyten’s Delhi and were constructed between 1920 and 1940 soon after it was decided that the capital of British India shall be shifted from Calcutta to Delhi. President House or The Rashtrapati Bhawan is the home to the President of the largest democracy in the world. Other notable buildings designed by Sir Edward Luyten and his team are Parliament House, North and South Blocks which house the offices of ministers and other government officials.
9. Qutub Minar
   1h 30m · Admission ticket included
   Qutub Minar is a 73 meters tall minaret in Qutub Complex and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Qutab Minar is the tallest brick minaret in the world and a leading example of Islamic art. Built in 12th century, this soaring Tower of Victory has five distinct stories. At the foot of the tower is the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, the first mosque to be built in India. Qutub Minar is illuminated at night from 7:00 pm onwards. It is recommended to visit Qutub Minar in the early evening hours and to stay till a little late to experience the shine of this beautiful monument.

Day 2: Delhi- Agra, The Capital City of Mughals in India and the City of Taj Mahal (210 Kms / 3 Hours)

1. Swaminarayan Akshardham
   1h · Admission ticket included
   After your breakfast, our guide will meet you at your desired location to show you Akshardham Temple in Delhi which belongs to the Swami Narayan sect and is one of the largest Hindu temples in the world. The temple is a unique example of 10,000 years of Indian culture in all its breathtaking grandeur, beauty, wisdom, and bliss. The temple showcases the essence of India’s ancient architecture, traditions, and timeless spiritual messages. This Stunning architectural work made of pink stone and white Marble is constructed recently. Its monumental and eclectic beauty has made it one of the most popular Hindu Temples.
   The Temple remains closed on every Monday. In case, if today is Monday, you shall visit Akshardham Temple, a day prior.
2. Agra Fort
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Situated on the banks of the river Yamuna, Agra has been the capital of Mughals and is home to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the Taj Mahal. The glory of Agra brings travelers from all around the world. After check-in at your pre-booked hotel, our guide will meet you to visit Agra Fort which is a massive fort complex with many royal pavilions, halls of public and private audiences, and beautiful mosques. Construction of the fort was initiated by Akbar followed by additions of royal pavilions and mosques by later Mughal emperors, Agra Fort is a superb specimen of Mughal architecture. It is the same fort where Mughal emperor Shahjahan was imprisoned and later died viewing the most beautiful tomb of his beloved life.
3. Mehtab Bagh
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Situated on the banks of river Yamuna and opposite to Taj Mahal, Mehtab Bagh or Moonlit gardens offers ever treasured views of Taj Mahal at Sunrise and Sunset. The garden is perfectly aligned with the Taj Mahal and was the last of the eleven Mughal-built gardens in the shape of Char Bagh.
4. Kalakriti Cultural & Convention Center
   1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   Taj Mahal depicts the eternal love of Emperor Shahjahan to his beloved queen and wife Mumtaz Mahal. Mohabbat-E-Taj is a live musical extravaganza performed by more than 75 talented artists at a world-class theater at Kalakriti Cultural & Convention Center. This live show is all about the romantic stories of Emperor Shahjahan and queen Mumtaz Mahal, also titled "Lady of the Taj". The grandeur of the story is well created and presented amidst state-of-the-art sound & light effects. The entire show of 80 minutes is like a traditional historical Bollywood movie with Indian dances performed live at a theatre. Important is to note that this show is operative only between September to April every year.

Day 3: Agra - Fatehpur Sikri- Ranthambore National Park, The Capital of Royal Bengal Tigers (300 Kms/ 7 Hours)

1. Taj Mahal
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Wake up early, enjoy tea/coffee in your room and meet with our tour guide to visit the most photographed monument in the world " The Taj Mahal", a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Monument of Love, Romance in Marble, Crown of the Palaces …many more words and phrases have been described by scholars and poets about this beautiful building. For tourists …It is just …Superb, Whao...Amazing...Marvelous...
   Constructed by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as the tomb of his beloved queen, the magical allure of the Taj Mahal shall definitely be the highlight of your tour. Though the Taj Mahal can be visited at any time of the day, the most amazing views are during the sunrise and sunset, when the sky forms a symphony of colors and the almost translucent marble of this eternal monument absorbs the magical light and reflects it, Please note that the Taj Mahal remains closed for tourists on every Friday, so if this day of the scheduled visit is Friday, you shall visit the Taj Mahal at Sunset a day prior.
2. Fatehpur Sikri
   1h
   After the visit to the Taj Mahal, return to your hotel. Post breakfast, check-out, and drive West to the Pink City of Jaipur with en-route stop at Fatehpur Sikri, the erstwhile capital of Mughals, approximately 38 Kms was founded by Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1571. Imperial buildings and palaces were constructed within a walled city. The city got its name as Fatehpur Sikri or a City of Victory after Akbar’s victory over Gujrat. The palace complex has many architectural masterpieces like Diwan-E-Khas, Diwan-E-Am, Panch Mahal, Anup Talao, Treasury, Astrologer’s seat, Jahangiri Mahal and Buland Darwaja. White marble building has the grave of a Sufi saint under an ornate wooden canopy encrusted with the mother of pearl mosaic.
   After visiting Fatehpur Sikri, you will continue driving to Ranthambore National Park which is famous for high population of Royal Bengal Tigers living in their natural habitat.

Day 4: Ranthambore National Park -Home to high population of Royal Bengal Tigers and celebration of richness of Indian wildlife

1. Ranthambore National Park
   3h
   Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan is one of the favorite national parks in India due to the high density of tigers living in their natural habitat. Ranthambore National Park was the former hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Jaipur. Today the Ranthambore National Park terrain is a major wildlife tourist attraction that has drawn the attention of many wildlife photographers and lovers.
   The best way to celebrate the richness of Indian wildlife including spotting a tiger is early morning and late afternoon game drive by a shared jeep safari with an English-speaking naturalist.
   You shall be met with our naturalist and jeep at early hours of the day to take you into the wilderness of Ranthambore National park.
2. Ranthambore Fort
   1h · Admission ticket included
   After breakfast at the hotel and a little relaxation, visit Ranthambore Fort with our English-speaking naturalist/guide. Mid 10th centuries Ranthambore Fort lies within Ranthambore National Park and was used as a hunting lodge by the erstwhile royal family of Jaipur. Inside the Ranthambore fort, there are three Hindu temples dedicated to Ganesha, Shiva, and Ramlalaji constructed in the 12th and 13th centuries from red Karauli stone. UNESCO declared Ranthambore as World Heritage Site along with 5 more hill forts of Rajasthan.
3. Ranthambore National Park
   3h
   Another safari starting late afternoon by shared jeep and with an English-speaking naturalist gives you another opportunity to explore Ranthambore National park.

Day 5: Ranthambore National Park - Chand Baori at Abhaneri - Jaipur, The Pink City in Rajasthan ( 150 Kms / 4 Hours )

1. Chand Baori
   45m · Admission ticket included
   After a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, depart to Jaipur, UNESCO World Heritage City and Capital of the state of Rajasthan. Enroute stop at Chand Baori at a small village of Abhaneri. Our local guide at the monument shall be glad to explain to you about Baoris or Step-wells which has been in existence in India for centuries. Stepwells are wells or ponds in which the water is reached by descending a set of steps to the water level. These were designed and created as water reservoirs.
   Chand Baori or Moonlit stepwell in a small village of Abhaneri between Agra and Jaipur was constructed by local ruler Chand in the 8th century. There are 3500 stairs set in perfect symphony descending downwards to 20 meters through 13 floors.
2. The City Palace
   1h 30m · Admission ticket included
   Upon arrival in Jaipur, check in at your hotel. Later Meet with our guide and visit City Palace in Jaipur, a fusion of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. The palace continues to be the home of the royal family of Jaipur and was constructed in 1727 by Maharajah Sawai Jai Singh II when he shifted his capital from Amer to Jaipur. The palace complex today has several buildings, courtyards, and museums. Exquisite carpets, bright Rajput weapons, and delicate clothes, ornamented palanquins will remind you of the grandeur of this princely era of India. The royal family including the present maharajah of Jaipur still live in one of the wings of this complex.
3. Jantar Mantar - Jaipur
   45m · Admission ticket included
   Jantar Mantar or Observatory is the largest stone astronomical observatory in the world and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Nineteen instruments built in stone could calculate the exact time and position of the Pole Star, predict eclipses or check the incidence of the sun at a certain time on an astrological sign. Even today you will be surprised by its accuracy.
4. Birla Mandir Temple
   45m
   Birla Mandir Or Birla Temple built in white marble at the base of Moti Dungri hill in Jaipur is one of the many Birla Temples all around India. However, Birla Mandir in Jaipur is a special one due to its intricate latticework in white marble. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu (One of the Trinity of GODS and preserver of the universe) and being at the temple during the arti ( puja ) in the evening is an experience.

Day 6: Jaipur - The UNESCO World Heritage City known for its Forts, Palaces and Colourful Bazars

1. Amber Palace
   3h · Admission ticket included
   Amer or Amber, at the outskirts of Jaipur, was the capital of erstwhile rulers of Kachwaha Rajputs till Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II shifted the capital to Jaipur. Amer Fort set on top of a hill in the Aravali mountain range is a perfect blend of Rajasthani architecture. The fort is constructed in pink and yellow sandstone and marble. The opulent palace is laid out on four levels, each with a courtyard. It consists of the Diwan-e-Aam, or “Hall of Public Audience”, the Diwan-e-Khas, or “Hall of Private Audience”, the Sheesh Mahal (mirror palace), and the Sukh Niwas where a cool climate is artificially created by winds that blow over a water cascade within the palace. The walls of the royal pavilions are beautifully pained using vegetable colours.
   You can either walk up to the fort using the staircase (15 minutes walk) or we will take you up by a private jeep which is also a unique experience as you drive up to the fort through the winding lanes at the backside of the fort.
2. Jal Mahal
   15m
   Photo Stop at Jal Mahal (meaning Water Palace) is a palace in the middle of Man Sagar lake in Jaipur. The Jal Mahal palace is an architectural showcase of the Rajput style of architecture. The building has a picturesque view of Man Sagar Lake, but owing to its seclusion from land is equally the focus of a viewpoint in front of the backdrop of the surrounding Nahargarh hills.
3. Hawa Mahal - The Palace of Breeze
   20m
   Photo Stop at Palace of Winds or Hawa Mahal, one of the most emblematic buildings of Jaipur in Rajasthan. Constructed in 1799 as an extension to City Palace is an exquisite building with 953 small windows, called Jharokas, decorated by intricate latticework ( jali or screen ). The original reason for the lattice design was to allow royal ladies to observe everyday life and festivals celebrated in the street below without being seen as was the custom of those days which forbade them from appearing in public without face coverings.
4. Albert Hall Museum
   45m · Admission ticket included
   Albert Hall Museum, situated in Ram Niwas Gardens, outside the walled city of Jaipur, is a state museum. Constructed in Indi-Saracenic style of architecture and exclusive stone ornamentation, the museum gets its name from the Victoria and Albert Museum of London, because of the similarity in architecture.
   
   The corridors of the museum showcase numerous mural paintings, Persian paintings, and others. The museum has a rich collection of artifacts including paintings, jewelry, carpets, ivory, stone, metal sculptures, and works in crystal. An Egyptian mummy is the main attraction of the museum. The museum building looks stunning at night due to its illumination using yellow light.
5. Patrika Gate
   30m
   Patrika Gate, the top photo location in Jaipur, is a new monument-type entrance gate. Fabulous archways are beautifully painted depicting the monuments and Rajasthani culture.
6. Bapu Bazar
   45m
   Jaipur is a shopper's paradise and offers opportunities for shopping of souvenirs for giveaways to the finest piece of expensive precious stones set in designed jewelry. Jaipur is also famous for its carpet weaving along with the unique style of Tie & Dye and Block-printing on fabric.
   The markets of Jaipur are unique as all having similar façade painted in pink color and selling authentic handicrafts ranging from imitation jewelry, mirror & patchwork on fabric, strolls, and shawls and sarees. A walk-in Bapu Bazar or Johri Bazar is a wonderful way to learn about the Rajasthani culture and colours.
7. Raj Mandir Cinema
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Bollywood movies have always been full of emotions of romance and love, dance and music, action and heroism. Watching a movie in the famous Raj Mandir Cinema Theater with other local people of Jaipur and screaming, laughing, applauding, and enjoying the dances in colorful dresses is an experience one should not miss.

Day 7: Jaipur - Delhi Or Jaipur - Onward Destination

1. Monkey Temple
   1h · Admission ticket included
   After breakfast at your hotel, our tour guide will meet you to show you a 15th-century beautiful temple of Galta Ji. This temple also known as the Temple of Monkeys is an ancient Hindu pilgrimage site and consists of a series of temples built in a ring in hills that surrounds Jaipur. A natural spring emerges high on the hill and flows downward, filling a series of sacred kunds (water tanks) in which pilgrims bathe.
2. New Delhi
   5h
   With the visit of Galta Ji, your trip to Jaipur comes to an end. Afterward, you will drive to Delhi / New Delhi / Gurugram / Noida ( airport/hotel/any other desired location ) which will take you around 5 hours. Or if you wish to continue your onward journey to some other destination in India, we shall be glad to drop you at Jaipur airport/Jaipur railway station or any other desired location in Jaipur.

Pickup details

We coordinate the meeting place, pick-up time and share the contact details of our driver and guide at least 24 hours before the scheduled meeting and pick-up time.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Ranthambore National Park is not open from July 1st thru September 30th each year
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
• Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
• All travelers require valid Visa prior to the arrival in India
• Mandatory Gala Dinner on X-mas and New Year Eve at hotel of stay is not included and will be charged extra.
• Taj Mahal sunrise visit is subject to weather conditions
• This is a Private Tour and no sharing of other tourists is allowed
• Taj Mahal remains closed for visitors on every Friday. In case scheduled Taj Mahal visiting day fall on Friday, You will visit Taj Mahal a day prior
• Akshardham Temple in Delhi remains closed on every Monday. In case scheduled Akshardham visiting day fall on Monday, You will visit Akshardham Temple a day prior