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    Luxury in India's Royal Cities

    India in 11 Days, 9 Nights in Destination

    Irene, Travel Expert

    Irene
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    Experience the wonders of Northern India from the Taj Mahal to the Amber Fort on this fully-escorted private luxury itinerary. Discover the many layers of India’s past and present on this Premium adventure!

    Trip Highlights

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      Agra
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      Delhi
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      Jaipur
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      Jodhpur
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      Udaipur

    Included

    1. All flights

    2. Accommodation

    3. All transfers

    4. Activities

    5. Breakfast only

    Availability

    1. Departures available until September 2026

    2. Available Group tours

    3. Solo travelers available

    4. Add up to 5 nights to your stay

    5. WHAT'S THIS?

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    1. luxury included

    2. WHAT'S THIS?

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    Itinerary

    Indulge yourself on this sumptuous escorted tour of India's top tourist destinations. Your Premium experience starts in bustling Delhi and the imperial city of New Delhi. Continue to the blue city of Jodhpur and the lovely Udaipur with 7 lakes. See the stunning palaces of Jaipur before heading to Agra to marvel at love's most iconic monument, the Taj Mahal.

    1st Day: US - Night on board

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    Are you ready to experience the land of a thousand colors? Pack your bags and set off to your departure airport ready to check-in for a flight* to Delhi, India's vibrant capital! Night on board.

    *If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

    2nd Day: Delhi

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    Touch down in Delhi and transfer to the hotel and check-in*. Get ready to explore the city and all it has to offer! From the cacophony of sounds to the dizzying aromas and rainbow palette of colors, Delhi is the gateway to your India adventure!**

    Be sure to explore its historic center, filled with the relics of its past under Islamic conquerors. Spend the day at your leisure. Overnight stay in Delhi.

    *You will have the option to add early check-in on arrival in the next step of the booking process. To guarantee optional services, we recommend that you add them to your current booking, as they are subject to availability.

    **You have the possibility to upgrade to half-board by adding 9 dinners in the next step of the booking process.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Le Meridien New Delhi or similar
    tripadvisor rating

    5840 Reviews

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    3rd Day: Delhi

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    Breakfast at the hotel. Today you'll explore the treasures of Old Delhi, embarking on a rickshaw ride from the majestic Jama Masjid Royal Mosque to the lively Chandi Chow Street, spotting the Red Fort from afar. Next, admire Raj Ghat, where the legendary Mahatma Gandhi was cremated.

    In the afternoon, visit the impressive Qutub Minar, the tallest brick minaret in the world and an outstanding example of Islamic art in India. Later, tour imperial New Delhi, designed expressly to show grandeur and power. It is characterized by its wide spaces, straight tree-lined boulevards and elegant buildings and monuments, among which the Presidential Palace, the twin buildings of the Central Secretariat, and the Gate of India stand out. The visit will end at the resplendent Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, most revered by the Sikh community of Delhi and recognizable by the brilliant golden dome that crowns it. Overnight stay in Delhi.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Le Meridien New Delhi or similar
    tripadvisor rating

    5840 Reviews

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    Activities

    included
    Tour of Old Delhi

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    included
    Visit Qutub Minar, New Delhi & Gurudwara Bangla Sahib

    Light

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    4th Day: Delhi - Jodhpur

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    Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the Delhi airport for a flight to Jodhpur. Arrive, transfer, and check-in to your hotel. The capital of Marwar, Jodhpur is known as the “Blue City” for the color of its houses.

    In the afternoon, go on a half-day guided tour of the city. Begin at Jaswant Thada, a beautiful mausoleum built by Sardar Singh in 1899 as a tribute to his father, the Maharaja of Jodhpur Jaswant Singh II. Continue the visit with the powerful Mehrangarh Fort or “Fort of the Sun”, whose enormous walls rise above the city on top of a hill. Its construction began in 1459, during the reign of Rao Jodha, founder of the city. Inside, find a museum with a beautiful collection of miniatures, costumes, musical instruments, and other objects. But the splendid views of the city, with its picturesque blue houses, will capture your imagination most!

    After the visit to the fort, you will be free to explore the city of Jodhpur, walking through its streets and lovely corners to enjoy observing the daily life of its people. Overnight stay in Jodhpur.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Ajit Bhawan Palace or similar
    tripadvisor rating

    2047 Reviews

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    Activities

    included
    Visit Jodhpur

    Moderate

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    5th Day: Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur

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    Breakfast at the hotel. Head towards Udaipur by road*, with a visit to the Jain temple of Ranakpuren en-route. The 15-century Ranakpur temple is described by some as the most beautiful temple in India, with superb architecture, more than 1400 marble columns, and different motifs and sculptures of gods distributed throughout the temple. Continue towards Udaipur, and transfer to the hotel for check-in. Overnight stay in Udaipur.

    *Estimated transfer distance: 250km / 155mi.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Trident Udaipur or similar
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    6575 Reviews

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    Activities

    included
    Visit to the Ranakpur Temple

    Moderate

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    6th Day: Udaipur

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    Breakfast at the hotel. Take in your new surroundings in the “City of Lakes.” Make your first stop at the City Palace, located on top of a hill with spectacular panoramic views of Udaipur. The palace displays sumptuous architecture and decoration, in a perfect balance of Rajasthani and Mughal styles. It features numerous balconies and domes, with walls inlaid with crystals and tiles arranged in beautiful designs. Inside, find an interesting museum with a huge collection of glass, ceramic figures, and small canvases.

    Next, visit the Jagdish Temple, built by Maharana Jagat Singh in 1651, which houses a precious black stone image of Lord Vishnu. In front of the temple, see a curious image of the Hindu deity Garuda. Finally, walk through the Garden of the Maidens or Saheliyon Ki Bari, an idyllic garden with a pond of lotus flowers, fountains and elephants sculpted in stone. At the end of these guided visits, you will have free time to explore the city and fall in love with its picturesque shops.

    In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing boat ride on Lake Pichola. This beautiful artificial lake, built in the 15th century, is surrounded by hills, palaces, temples and other monuments, highlighting the splendid City Palace. On the lake there are two palaces, the Jag Mandir and the Jag Niwas, the latter was built as the summer residence of the Prince of Mewar, currently converted into the luxurious Lake Palace hotel. The Jag Mandir, crowned with marble domes and decorated with statues of elephants, is also known as the “Garden Palace”, as the inside holds a large garden full of flowers and trees. Overnight stay in Udaipur.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Trident Udaipur or similar
    tripadvisor rating

    6575 Reviews

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    Activities

    included
    Boat Excursion on Lake Pichola

    Light

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    included
    Visit Udaipur

    Moderate

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    7th Day: Udaipur - Jaipur

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    Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport of Udaipur for a flight to Jaipur. Upon arrival in Jaipur, transfer from the airport and visit the Hindu temple Birla Mandir. This relatively-modern temple was built in 1988, but holds its own amongst historical landmarks thanks to an elegant marble design. After the temple, transfer to the hotel and check-in. The rest of your evening is free to spend as you like! Overnight stay in Jaipur.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Samode Haveli or similar
    tripadvisor rating

    2197 Reviews

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    Activities

    included
    Visit to the Birla Hindu Temple

    Light

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    8th Day: Jaipur

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    Breakfast at the hotel. Today you’ll get the chance to really explore Jaipur. Begin with a shared jeep ride, passing through the majestic gates of the former residence of the royal family. Enjoy a beautiful view of the Amber Fort and Lake Maota, seeing the luxurious palaces and exquisitely-decorated pavilions. Return to the city of Jaipur, making a photo stop in front of the Jal Mahal, a sumptuous palace that seems to be floating in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake. Then visit the Jantar Mantar, the largest observatory built by Maharaja Jai Singh, with precise measuring instruments carved in stone and marble. Stop in front of the Hawa Mahal, also known as the Palace of the Winds, where you can take some photos of this five-story palace built at the end of the 18th century for the ladies of the court to observe the hustle and bustle of the city without being seen.

    In the afternoon, visit the City Palace of Jaipur, the former residence of the maharajas and which elegantly combines Rajput, Mughal and European architectural styles. Learn how to tie a turban or sari and get some henna amongst the palaces of Jaipur. After the visit, enjoy free time to stroll and shop in the bustling and colorful markets of the city. If you're looking for an authentic experience, why not meet a local family and dine with them?* Overnight stay in Jaipur.

    *Optional Gastronomic Experience and Dinner: Join a local family for an immersive experience that will teach you more about the varied influences and dishes of Jaipur. Stay for dinner and enjoy what you've helped to create!

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Samode Haveli or similar
    tripadvisor rating

    2197 Reviews

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    Activities

    included
    Amber Fort by Jeep & Jaipur City tour

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    Optional
    Dinner with Indian Family

    Light

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    9th Day: Jaipur - Abhaneri - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra

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    Breakfast at the hotel. Pack up and transfer by road* to Agra. En route, visit one of India's best kept secrets, the spectacular Chand Baori, built more than a thousand years ago by King Chand as a water storage and maintenance system. This ingenious structure, shaped like an inverted pyramid with 3,500 steps reaching 20 meters deep, is one of the largest stepwells in the world and without a doubt one of the most beautiful.

    Next, visit the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri, built during the reign of Emperor Akbar, in honor of Saint Salim Chisti, who correctly prophesied that Akbar would have three sons. The city was the capital of the Mughal Empire until the lack of water forced the city to be abandoned, which explains why it is so well preserved. Among the notable buildings are the Diwan-I-Am, Diwan-I-Khas, Jodhabai Palace, Birbal House, Marian House and Panchmahal, all excellent examples of Mughal architecture. After the stop, continue towards Agra. Transfer to the hotel on arrival and spend the rest of the evening as you please. Overnight stay in Agra.

    *Estimated transfer distance: 240km / 150mi.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Taj Convention Centre or similar
    tripadvisor rating

    9799 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Stop at the Chand Baori

    Light

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    included
    Visit Fatehpur Sikri

    Moderate

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    10th Day: Agra - Delhi

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    Before dawn, head to the Taj Mahal to contemplate the colors of this iconic monument at the first light of the day. You may already know about this architectural marvel, built in the finest white marble by Sultan Shah Jahan to honor the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. It was designed by the Persian architect Ustad Isa and took 22 years to complete. The impressive balance of its design, perfect symmetry, elegant domes, and intricately-carved lattices, make this a unique monument in the world, very worthy of UNESCO’s World Heritage Site designation. Return to the hotel for breakfast.

    Next, visit the Agra Fort, built by Emperor Akbar between 1565 and 1573. This monument combines the defensive architecture of powerful red sandstone walls with the refinement and luxury of a marble palace. The fort offers splendid views of the Taj Mahal, the same ones that the Emperor Shah Jahan had when he was imprisoned here by his son Aurangzeb. After the visit, continue to Delhi by road*. Transfer to the hotel and end the evening with free time. Overnight stay in Delhi.

    *Estimated transfer distance: 230km / 143mi.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Le Meridien New Delhi or similar
    tripadvisor rating

    5840 Reviews

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    Activities

    included
    Taj Mahal Visit

    Moderate

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    included
    Visit to the Agra Fort

    Moderate

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    11th Day: Delhi - US

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    Breakfast at the hotel*. Sadly, it's time to head back home, but you'll keep the colors and atmosphere of India close to your heart as you transfer to the airport for a flight back to the US. Arrive back home and end your trip**.

    *Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.

    **Depending on the choice of flight, you may arrive back in the US the next day.

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    Included activities

    Included

    Tour of Old Delhi

    Included activity for day 3 in Delhi

    Explore Old Delhi, seeing sites like the Jama Masjid Royal Mosque and Chandi Chow Street. End at Raj Ghat, where Indian leader Mahatma Gandhi was cremated.

    Duration 03:15h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

    Physical rating:

    Moderate

    more information
    Included

    Visit Qutub Minar, New Delhi & Gurudwara Bangla Sahib

    Included activity for day 3 in Delhi

    Visit the Qutub Minar, the tallest brick minaret in the world. Later, tour imperial New Delhi, built to be the capital of British India. End at the Sikh Temple Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, known for its brilliant golden dome.

    Pick up time: info at destination

    Physical rating:

    Light

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    Included

    Visit Jodhpur

    Included activity for day 4 in Jodhpur

    Begin your tour of the Blue City at Jaswant Thada, a mausoleum built by Sardar Singh for his father in 1899. Then, see the Mehrangarh Fort or “Fort of the Sun”, whose walls rise high above the city, enclosing a museum. Enjoy the view then visit a market.

    Duration 04:30h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

    Physical rating:

    Moderate

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    Visit to the Ranakpur Temple

    Included activity for day 5

    Visit the 15-century Ranakpur temple. With superb architecture, more than 1400 marble columns, and hundreds of sculptures of gods distributed throughout the temple, this impressive structure is one of India's main religious landmarks.

    Duration 01:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

    Physical rating:

    Moderate

    Our guides are not allowed to give oral presentations within the temple. For this reason, audio-guides will be provided during the tour.

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    Available Activities

    Activities are subject to availability. The price for each optional activity will be shown in the next step of the booking process.
    Optional

    Dinner with Indian Family

    Suggested activity for day 8 in Jaipur

    Share a table with a local family to discover the most authentic flavors of Indian cuisine. Plus, you will learn how to prepare some dishes before tasting them!

    Duration 02:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

    Physical rating:

    Light

    The family will explain everything in English.

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    The price includes

    • Departures from main US airports.
    • International flights: US - Delhi - US.*
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    • Internal flights: Delhi - Jodhpur; Udaipur - Jaipur.**
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    • 9 nights accomodation in Luxury category hotels.
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    • 9 breakfasts.***
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    • Transfers in air conditioned vehicle.
    • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.
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    • All air taxes and surcharge.
    • Boat ride on Lake Pichola.
    • Private tour with all transfers and with complimentary bottled water.
    • Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi.
    • Jeep Transfer to the Amber Fort.

    Not included

    Indian visa (required)*, drinks, tips** and any other services not mentioned in what's included.

    *If you are traveling to India with a U.S. passport, you will require an Indian visa. For other passport holders, we recommend that you check with the Indian Embassy for further details: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html 

    **Note: We would like to remind you that tipping is not mandatory, but it is a common practice in the tourism industry. We recommend leaving tips of approximately 8 to 10 USD per day for tour guides, and 5 to 7 USD per day for drivers. Additionally, we suggest leaving a tip of 0.50 USD per suitcase for hotel staff to show your appreciation for their service.

    *Due to Indian customs rules, if your flight stops at another city in India before arriving in Delhi, you may need to pick up your suitcase and pass customs control at the airport before your connecting flight. Please confirm at the departure desk in the US whether this will be necessary. If the flight stops in Mumbai, you will certainly need to pick up your luggage. Keep in mind that normally this whole process takes approximately 60 minutes.

    **Documentation of internal flights will be delivered to you on arrival at your destination. It is essential to fill in the passport information correctly for each passenger in the given boxes at the end of the reservations process.

    Important note: The maximum checked baggage limit on domestic flights is 15kg. You may have one handbag up to 7 kg.

    ***You have the possibility to upgrade to half-board by adding 9 dinners in the next step of the booking process.

    Important note: This is a fast-paced itinerary that includes a large number of sites and activities in order to give you the most complete experience of Northern India! You can expect several early morning departures and several long drives.

    Note: We would like to inform you that some hotels may offer only vegetarian options for breakfast and dinner. This is a common practice in certain establishments and is part of the local culinary experience they provide. If you have any special dietary preferences, we recommend informing the hotel staff in advance so they can accommodate your needs accordingly.

    Please note that a copy of the passports of all travelers must be sent to customerservice@exoticca.com once your reservation is complete in order to guarantee all services at the destination.

    • Entry requirements

      Passport with a minimum of six months validity beyond date of visa application and two blank passport pages.

    • Visa

      A visa is required to enter the country. Issued by the embassy or online E-Visa application one month before arrival in the country.

    • Currency

      Indian Rupee.

    • Language

      Hindi and English.

    • Electricity

      220 V in the majority of the country. Electrical sockets are European style however an adapter may be useful.

    • Health

      High levels of air pollution during winter (October to February). Northern cities are the most affected.

    • Time zone

      UTC + 5:30.

    • Other useful information

      Foreigners cannot bring Indian Rupees into the country, although you can bring foreign currency and exchange it once you arrive.

    • Tourist Office website

      http://www.incredibleindia.org/

    Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.

    Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.

    In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or canceled without prior notice.

    Tips in India are subject to the decision of the client based on the level of satisfaction of the service provided and the experience in general. Taking into account that they are not obligatory, they are usually expected.

    Babies: 0 - 3 year (sharing bed with parents). Possibility to request a cot (limited availability).

    Children: 4 - 17 years old. In triple room with an additional bed (rollaway bed).

    When booking a triple room, note that these accommodations are not larger than a double room, but will include either one double or two single beds and a sofa bed/rollaway.

    If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +1 888-488-0592 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.

    While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.

    Room allocation: We will do our best to accommodate your family in the same room. If availability doesn't permit this, we guarantee your family will be accommodated as close together as possible. Children will always be accomodated in a room with at least 1 adult.

    Booster seats: Not available in all destinations. Feel free to take your own if you need one.

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