Private 14 Days In-depth India Tour, Daily Start & Exclusive Car

Day 1: Arrive in Delhi; Airport Pick-up

1. 1h
   Welcome to Delhi! Upon your landing at the Indira Gandhi International Airport, our representative will be right at the arrival hall waiting for you. You will be led to a well-equipped private car, and our driver will serve you with a comfortable drive to the hotel.

Day 2: Historic Sites in Old & New Delhi

1. Raj Ghat
   1h
   s: Our tour of India will begin with a visit to the Raj Ghat, the cremation site and memorial of the great Indian leader Mahatma Gandhi. Next, we will enjoy the iconic red sandstone appearance of the Red Fort, once the Mughal imperial residence, to take some pictures from outside.
2. Jama Masjid
   1h
   Then the guide will lead you to visit the Jama Masjid, a massive mosque built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century.
3. Chandni Chowk
   1h
   Stepping out of the mosque, we will immediately enter the busy world of the Chandni Chowk, the capital Delhi’s busiest market with a long history. ★ Travel Different: We will arrange an interesting rickshaw ride for you at the Chandni Chowk to experience the real hustle and bustle of the local life up close.
4. Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
   1h
   In the afternoon, we will first go to the Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, a Sikh religious site giving a serene experience.
5. Humayun's Tomb
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Then we’ll explore two important UNESCO World Heritage sites. One is the Humayun's Tomb, the garden-tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun with top-notch landscape.
6. Qutub Minar
   1h 30m · Admission ticket included
   While the other is the Qutub Minar, a 73-meter (238-foot) finely carved minaret built in 1193.
7. India Gate
   30m
   Our last stop of today will be the India Gate, a giant arch built as a memorial to the Indian soldiers died in the First World War.
8. Parliament House
   Pass by
   After the visit, we will drive past the majestic Parliament House and other government buildings and return to the hotel.

Day 3: Travel from Delhi to Jaipur by Private Car

1. Jaipur
   6h
   After breakfast, our exclusive car with chauffeur is ready to serve you on the 5 to 6 hours’ journey to Jaipur. Along the way we can stop at some service areas for coffee break, or you can ask the driver to stop if you see a favorite photo spot.
   Upon arrival at the hotel in Jaipur, you can have a rest and explore the Pink City on your own. Almost every building in Jaipur’s Old City is painted pink, perfect for taking photos especially at sunset.

Day 4: Jaipur Highlights: Maharaja City Palace, Palace of Winds

1. Jaipur District
   3h
   In the morning, we’ll first get to a local famous Fort on a hill on the northern outskirts of Jaipur. Accompanied by our guide, you can walk from the car park to the fort entrance, or you can hire a jeep for this way. You’ll see that the skillful combination of yellow and pink sandstone as well as white marble reveals the artistry of the ancient Mughal people, while the colossal structures show the majesty of this erstwhile capital.
2. Jal Mahal
   30m
   On the way back to downtown Jaipur, we will visit several key sites. First, we will stop at the Jal Mahal to admire the floating palace on the lake.
3. The City Palace
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Then, we will head to the Maharaja City Palace, a splendid royal palace known for its rich historical collection.
4. Jantar Mantar - Jaipur
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Next, we will visit the Jantar Mantar, which is a collection of 19 stone-built astronomical instruments.
5. Hawa Mahal - The Palace of Breeze
   1h · Admission ticket included
   After that, we will appreciate the Hawa Mahal, whose unique structure and pink honeycomb-like facade make it an excellent place for photography.
6. Birla Mandir Temple
   30m
   At last, we’ll drop by the Birla Temple and return to the hotel.

Day 5: Adventure in Ranthambore National Park

1. Ranthambore National Park
   4h · Admission ticket included
   Today, we will set off for the Ranthambore National Park. After 3 to 4 hours’ drive, we will reach our lodging in Ranthambore. After lunch at the hotel, we will take an exciting Gypsy safari in the afternoon to track the wild tigers.

Day 6: Ranthambore National Park Safari & Jungle Adventure

1. Ranthambore National Park
   6h · Admission ticket included
   Today you will enjoy two Gypsy jungle safaris at the Ranthambore National Park in the morning and afternoon. The driver and safari guide, very familiar with the park’s terrain and the animals’ trails, will take you to see the fierce tigers at a safe distance. You can also get close to nature and spot other wildlife during the safari, including the sambar, chital, wild boar, nilgai, spotted deer, uncommon water-birds, marsh crocodile, and python.

Day 7: Drive to Agra; Visit Fatehpur Sikri on the Way

1. Fatehpur Sikri
   3h
   After breakfast, we will drive to Agra, which takes 5 to 6 hours. On the way, as we approach the western outskirts of Agra, we will visit the Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO World Heritage site and once the capital of the Mughal Empire during the 16th century. The guide will take you to admire the iconic entrance Buland Darwaza, the magnificent Jama Masjid, the Tomb of Salim Chishti built for a Sufi saint, and a five-storied palace Panch Mahal. After the visit, we will continue our trip Agra.

Day 8: Agra Exploration: Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Local Family Visit

1. Taj Mahal
   3h · Admission ticket included
   oday we will visit the Taj Mahal early in the morning. Our tour guide will provide an early wake-up call for you, and then we will be the first to enter the Taj Mahal today, watching sunrise at this 17th-century great mausoleum. Built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his favorite wife, it is well-known for not only the magnificent Islamic structures, but also the touching love story behind.
2. Agra Fort
   4h · Admission ticket included
   In the afternoon, we will head to the UNESCO World Heritage site - the Agra Fort, a massive walled city made entirely of red sandstone. Walking through the Agra Fort, built in the 16th century, the guide will show you various ruins and artifacts that witnessed the vicissitudes of the Mughal Empire.

Day 9: Drive to Gwalior, Visit the Ancient Palaces and Temples

1. Gwalior
   3h
   After breakfast, our driver will drive you in a private air-conditioned car to Gwalior, a city in Madhya Pradesh of central India, famous for its ancient palaces and temples. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and take a short rest.
2. Gwalior Fort
   1h · Admission ticket included
   The guide will lead you to visit the top attractions in Gwalior. First, we will pay a visit to Gwalior Fort.
3. Man Mandir Palace Gwalior
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Then, we will explore the Man Mandir Palace.
4. Suraj Kund
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Next, head to Suraj Kund, an ancient reservoir of the 10th century.
5. 1h · Admission ticket included
   Next, we will explore Jal Vilas Palace and Museum. Commissioned by Maharaja Jayajirao in 1874, the palace has close to 400 rooms and magnificent and bizarre fixtures including 3.5-tonne chandeliers, cut-glass furniture, and model railway track with a silver train used to carry after-dinner drinks and condiments.
6. Tomb of Mohammad Ghaus
   30m
   We will end the day at the Tomb of Mohammad Ghaus, where many Muslims and Hindus make pilgrimages in memory of Mohammad Ghaus, a 16th-century Sufi saint and teacher of the Emperor Humayun as well as Tansen, a famous musician at Akbar’s court.

Day 10: Drive from Gwalior to Orchha, a Hidden Gem of Indian Culture

1. Orchha
   2h 30m
   After breakfast, we will drive from Gwalior to Orchha. Nestled in a forest on the banks of the Betwa River, this ancient town was named Orchha, which literally means ‘hidden place’. Have a rest after checking into the local hotel.

Day 11: Drive from Orchha to Khajuraho, Visit the UNESCO Erotic Sculptures

1. Khajuraho
   3h 30m
   In the morning, our driver will escort you on a road trip by private car to Khajuraho, an important destination for Hindu culture and the ‘Sex Capital’ of India. After freshening up in the local hotel, we’ll uncover the secrets of the town.
2. 4h
   Afternoon Sightseeing in Khajuraho: A UNESCO World Heritage site, the small town is famous for the Khajuraho Group of Monuments with incredibly erotic sculptures. There remain more than 20 temples built between 885 and 1000 AD by the Chandela Dynasty, divided into three groups, of which the Western Group of Temples is the most spectacular.

Day 12: Fly from Khajuraho to Varanasi, Sacred Aarti Ceremony in the Evening

1. Varanasi
   1h
   Today our driver will take you to the Khajuraho Airport for a flight to Varanasi. After the one hour flight, you will be greeted at the airport by our representative and escorted on a smooth car transfer to the hotel we have already prepared for you.
2. Dasaswamedh Ghat
   2h
   ★ Special Arrangement of Ganga Aarti: After a good rest in the hotel in the afternoon, our guide will pick you up in the evening and we will go to the Dashashwamedh Ghat by the Ganges River to watch the 1,000-year-old sacred Aarti Ceremony. At sunset, the highly choreographed ceremony takes place on a riverside stage. The devotional worshipers in robes and holding aloft brass lamps march and dance to the chant. You will feel like you’re in the scenes of a mysterious Indian movie.

Day 13: Holy Varanasi: A Boat Tour on Ganges River, Visit to Two Ghats and Sarnath

1. Ganges River
   1h · Admission ticket included
   In the early morning, we will take a boat tour on the Ganges River, the most sacred water in India. The Hindus believe that the holy river will wash away all the sins. During the cruise, we will pass two ghats, Manikarnika Ghat and the Harishchandra Ghat, where there will be cremation ceremonies. You might be shocked but please stay calm and try to respect and quietly appreciate their traditions.
2. Kashi Vishwanath Temple
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Next, the guide will take you to visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, which is nicknamed the Golden Temple because of its gilded top. Then, return to the hotel for breakfast.
3. Sarnath
   3h · Admission ticket included
   Afterwards, we’ll drive to the Sarnath, a holy place where the Buddha first taught his Dharma. The guide will show you around the Sarnath Buddhist Temple, Dhamekh Stupa, Sarnath Museum (closed on Friday), and Sarnath Deer Park, and tell you the history and stories of the ruins.

Day 14: Fly to Delhi; Connect Your Homeward Flight

1. 2h
   Your India tour will end here. We will arrange a private car with chauffeur to transfer you to the Varanasi Airport for a 2-hour flight to Delhi, where you can connect your own-booked flight home or to your next destination. Have a good trip!

Pickup details

Upon your landing at the Indira Gandhi International Airport, our representative will be right at the arrival hall waiting for you.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels