Itinerary
Day 1 - Canada-Delhi
Fly overnight to Delhi.
Day 2 - Delhi
Welcome to India! Arrive in the energetic capital city of New Delhi; meet your representative and transfer to the hotel. Time to rest and relax after your journey and acclimate to the new time zone.
Day 3 - Delhi
Begin the tour at the walled city of Old Delhi. Pass by the massive Red Fort and continue to the imposing Jama Masjid, the great mosque of Old Delhi. Then visit Akshardham also known as Swaminarayan. This is one of the Hindu religious complexes that displays a millennium of traditional Indian and Hindu culture. After that, you may join an Optional Cycle Rickshaw Ride in Chandni Chowk with lunch to view the narrow, bustling alleyways of this area (USD$35 pp). Continue your afternoon tour in New Delhi which is a combination of British and Indian styles. Drive by the Parliament House, the Presidential Palace, and the towering India Gate war memorial. Visit Humayun’s Tomb, a magnificent monument built in red sandstone, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tonight, return back to the hotel and the remainder of your evening at leisure.Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4 Delhi-Jaipur
This morning, marvel at one of Delhi’s most striking monuments is the 70-meter-high Qutab Minar, (Arabic for pole or axis) which looms majestically across the wide plains of Delhi. The monument marked the site of the first Muslim kingdom in Northern India, established in 1193. Depart for Jaipur known as the “Pink City” of India for its ribbon of walls that extends throughout the city core. In 1876, the city was painted its distinctive color to celebrate the Prince of Wales's first visit to Jaipur. After arrival proceeds to your hotel and the rest of the day at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day5 Jaipur
After breakfast, pass the Hawa Mahal, often known as the "Palace of the Winds," on your way by. Visit the magnificent Amber Fort next, which is a magnificent combination of Mughal and Hindu architecture. Its magnificent Palace of Mirrors, amazing labyrinth of courtyards, and opulent private apartments represent the magnificence of the Mughal Empire. When you get to the Amber Fort, take an elephant ride up the hill to the ramparts. From here, you can see Jaipur's historic city walls and the lake below in a stunning view. Before browsing a store's extensive selection of regional handicrafts, stop for refreshments. This afternoon is free on your own or join the optional City Palace and Observatory tour (US$45). The tour moves on to the lavish City Palace, a former royal palace that has been transformed into a magnificent museum featuring an outstanding collection of miniature paintings, costumes, and armory. Next to the city palace is Jantar Mantar, literally translated as Calculation Instrument. This Observatory was built between 1728 and 1734 by Maharaja Jai Singh, Jantar Mantar was built on a grand scale and was way beyond its time.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day6 Jaipur-Tehla (Vaanashrya)
Set off to visit the Abhaneri Step Well. The concept of step-well was originated in India and acted as the reservoirs or the storage tanks that could store large amount of water and keep it cool at the same time. Then drive to Vanaashrya, where you will experience the luxury of camping in the middle of jungle. Tehla is a small village in the foothills of Aravali Ranges of Rajasthan and offers absolute peaceful & pristine atmosphere to relax. Tucked far away in the countryside, Vanaashrya is close to the Sariska tiger reserve in Rajasthan. Enjoy every moment in this luxurious hideaway with well-equipped cottages and tents to make your stay comfortable and memorable for a lifetime. After lunch, enjoy an unforgettable experience, an authentic camel cart Safari through the local villages. Visit the Sarpanch and interact with nearby Banjara tribes on a comfortable camel cart and enjoy the true rural experience. Continue for a Village Walk and time permitting visit to a local school.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day7 Tehla (Vaanashrya)
Early morning, you may join the Jungle Safari to the Sariska National Park($195 USD pp, min 6 people). Sariska National Park was the former hunting preserve of the Maharaja of Alwar set in the Aravalli hills. The park consists of dry deciduous forests, with Dhak, Acacia, Ber and Salar trees, with the Siliserh Lake at its north-eastern corner. One can sight a good number of Nilgai, Sambar, Wild Boar and Chital during the day. The nocturnal population includes the Indian Porcupine, Striped Hyena, Indian Palm Civet and even Leopard is sometimes sighted. The Sariska National Park is excellent for birdwatching and has an unusually large population of Indian Peafowl.Continue on to visit Bhangarh, one of the Top 10 most haunted places in India. Here you will visit Bhangarhm Fort – The Haunted Fort. Rest of the day at leisure to relax at the resort.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 Tehla (Vaanashrya) - Agra
This morning, proceed to Fatehpur Sikri, “The City of Victory“, or the deserted red sandstone city. This ancient capital today remains almost the same condition as it was over 300 years ago. This afternoon, visit the Agra Fort, which dominates the center of the city with its imposing gates, walls of red sandstone and moat. Later, visit an artisanal marble inlay unit. Here you will see how craftsmen skillfully create a beautiful inlay of precious and semi-precious stones into the marble. Celebrate "love" tonight by attending an optional evening performance of Mohabbat- Taj Show(USD$55), a collection of plays that illustrates Shah Jahan's deep love for his bride and the opulent lifestyle of the Mughal era.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day9 Agra-Delhi
An unforgettable day as you explore the magnificent Taj Mahal, which Emperor Shah Jahan constructed as a monument for his cherished queen. Built over a 22-year period using white marble and precious stones, this monument is regarded as the world's most outstanding example of Mughal architecture. Visit a handicraft exhibition and showroom later on to see its distinctive collection of sculptures and its meticulous marble inlay work. As you see a demonstration of the precise technique of creating marble sculptures, filigree, and stone inlay, be in awe of the museum-quality craftsmanship. Return to your hotel for breakfast. This afternoon, return to Delhi and the rest of the day is at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day10 Delhi-Canada
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. You will be transferred to the airport and fly back to your sweet home.