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Operated by Intrepid Travel
Tripcode: HHPR
Overview
Destination:
India,
Start:Mumbai, India
Finish:Delhi, India
Finish:Delhi, India
Duration:14 days
Type:Group tour (max 12)
Travel Period
March 2025 - December 2027
From ancient forts to wild forests and colourful cities, Rajasthan has plenty to offer for those in search of adventure. This 14-day Premium journey takes you through the north of India, revealing the region’s best culture, landscapes and cuisines with the guidance of an experienced local leader. The fabled cities of Agra, Udaipur and Jaipur offer grandeur, colour, culture and history while Mumbai and Delhi show a true snapshot of modern life in India. Search for tigers in Ranthambhore National Park, dine beneath the stars among the sand dunes of Pushkar and learn about life in Rajasthan in the homes of local families.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. Please provide a scanned copy of your passport bio page at time of booking to secure a permit for your Ranthambhore National Park visit. Authorities at the park follow a strict booking process whereby permits are issued on a first come first serve basis. If we do not receive your passport scan in time we cannot guarantee you will be able to join the safari. Your full name will need to be provided exactly as it appears on your passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport) for flight tickets. Ticketing fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases, you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket if an amendment occurs.
4. This trip includes domestic flights. The luggage allowance is 15kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on.
5. Some activities may be rearranged during Holi, and other holidays.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. Please provide a scanned copy of your passport bio page at time of booking to secure a permit for your Ranthambhore National Park visit. Authorities at the park follow a strict booking process whereby permits are issued on a first come first serve basis. If we do not receive your passport scan in time we cannot guarantee you will be able to join the safari. Your full name will need to be provided exactly as it appears on your passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport) for flight tickets. Ticketing fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases, you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket if an amendment occurs.
4. This trip includes domestic flights. The luggage allowance is 15kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on.
5. Some activities may be rearranged during Holi, and other holidays.
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Standard inclusions
- Meals: Meals: 13 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 10 dinners.
- Transport: Auto rickshaw, Cycle rickshaw, Jeep, Plane, Private vehicle, Boat, Metro.
- Accommodation: Hotel (11 nights), Jaipur Feature Stay (2 nights).
- Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer.
- Mumbai - Welcome dinner.
- Mumbai - Gateway of India.
- Mumbai - Guided city tour.
- Mumbai - Dobi Ghat.
- Mumbai - Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus.
- Mumbai - The Museum Mumbai (Prince of Wales Museum).
- Mumbai - Crawford Market.
- Udaipur - Leader-led walking tour.
- Udaipur - Lake Pichola boat ride.
- Udaipur - Jagmandir Island Palace.
- Udaipur - Dinner at lakeside restaurant.
- Udaipur - City Palace.
- Udaipur - Cultural performance.
- Bundi - Stepwell.
- Bundi - Home-cooked dinner.
- Bundi - Leader-led orientation walk.
- Bundi - Bundi Palace.
- Pushkar - Leader-led walking tour.
- Pushkar - Brahma Temple.
- Pushkar - Private traditional dance performance & dinner on sand dune.
- Jaipur - Leader-led orientation walk.
- Jaipur - Home-cooked dinner.
- Jaipur - City Palace.
- Jaipur - Amber Fort.
- Jaipur - Rooftop dinner and drinks in old Jaipur (one drink included).
- Ranthambhore National Park - Evening wildlife safari.
- Ranthambhore National Park - Morning Wildlife Safari.
- Agra - Taj Mahal.
- Agra - Expert-led street food tour (as dinner).
- Agra - Agra Fort.
- Delhi - Leader-led Old Delhi walking tour.
- Delhi - Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh Temple).
- Delhi - Visit to the Jama Masjid Mosque.
Itinerary
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Collapse allDay 1: Mumbai
Namaste! Welcome to India. Your adventure begins in Mumbai, where you’ll be collected from the airport by a local representative and transferred to your hotel. Here, you’ll meet your fellow travellers and local leader at your 6 pm welcome meeting. If you arrive with time to spare, India’s most populated city has plenty to discover. You might like to check out the Bollywood Walk of Fame, or head out to a Parsi cafe – a symbol of Mumbai’s cultural diversity. Mumbai’s culinary scene is also deliciously diverse, and after your welcome meeting you’ll head out for your first taste! Dine at a wonderful local restaurant specialising in Mangalorean seafood and celebrate the beginning of a new adventure.
Day 2: Mumbai
Today, you’ll get to know Mumbai on a guided city tour. Start out at Dhobi Ghat – the world’s largest outdoor laundry. Here, you’ll enjoy a snapshot of life in the city that most visitors don't see, as locals work and children play beneath colourful rows of drying clothes. Continue to the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus to admire the Victorian Gothic architecture, then visit the Prince of Wales Museum. With an exquisite exterior showcasing Indian, Mughal and British architectural styles, the museum is home to some 50,000 artefacts that tell the story of India. Stop by the sprawling Crawford market, built in 1869 and selling everything from fruit to jewellery, this is one of the city’s most popular shopping spots. After your tour, the rest of the afternoon is free for your own discoveries. Your leader will be happy to share some tips on great places to grab a local dinner.
Day 3: Udaipur
Enjoy a morning at leisure then board a midday flight to Udaipur. Also known as the ‘City of Lakes,’ Udaipur’s delightful historic buildings are contrasted with beautiful surroundings. When you arrive, settle into your hotel then join your leader for an orientation walk to get a feel for Rajasthan’s most romantic city. In the early evening, take a boat ride on the peaceful Lake Pichola, which offers a different perspective of Udaipur’s heritage buildings and rolling hills. Stop off at Jag Mandir – built by Maharana Karan Singh II in 1620, this ornately decorated palace sits in the middle of the lake. Finish the day with dinner at a lakeside restaurant, from where you can watch the surrounding landscape turn brilliant shades of gold as the sun goes down.
Day 4: Udaipur
Start the day with a tour of the City Palace. Built by Maharana Udai Singh II, the founder of Udaipur, this marvellous building overlooks Lake Pichola and is Rajasthan’s largest palace. Explore its elegant interior as your local guide shares information on its history and architecture. Enjoy a free afternoon to discover more of Udaipur at your own pace. Maybe explore the narrow lanes of the Old Town or sit back and relax on the shores of the lake. In the evening, see a different side of Indian culture as you head to a haveli (a traditional Indian mansion) for a dance performance. Sit in the haveli’s gorgeous courtyard and watch performers in typical Rajasthani folk costumes perform traditional Indian dances.
Day 5: Bundi
This morning, you’ll drive to Bundi – a small town founded in the 12th century. Famous as the place that inspired Rudyard Kipling to write his novel ‘Kim’, Bundi today is known for its series of step wells (baoris), old houses and the remarkable Taragarh Fort. The view from the highway as you enter the town is unforgettable. When you arrive, head out on an orientation walk with your leader and wander narrow streets packed with blue Brahmin houses, bazaars, temples and shops, and mingle with locals in the downtown market. Visit the ancient and ornately carved baoris, which once provided water to the city, and learn about Rudyard Kipling's place in the town's history. This evening’s dinner will be one to remember as you will dine with a local Rajput family in Bundi. The family will welcome you into their home, prepare a traditional home cooked meal and share stories and photographs of their lives and their ancestors.
Day 6: Pushkar
This morning, explore the expansive 17th-century Bundi Palace, built during the reign of Rao Raja Ratan Ji Heruled and which looms large over the town. The palace, described by Kipling as ‘the work of goblins rather than of men’, provides sweeping views across Bundi. Your leader will show you the stunning turquoise and gold murals inside the palace. Then it’s time to depart Bundi and make the drive to Pushkar, arriving in the late afternoon. Home to more than 500 temples, Pushkar is one of India’s holiest cities. Head out on an orientation walk with your leader to get acquainted with the city’s colourful streets, religious sites and centrepiece lake.
Day 7: Pushkar
You may like to start the day with an optional visit to the Savitri Temple – set on a hill overlooking the city, this popular pilgrimage site is an incredible place to watch the sunrise. Later, join your leader on a walking tour of Pushkar. Visit the ghats and religious temples that fringe Pushkar lake and observe the devout worshiping by the holy waters and at the Brahma Temple. The afternoon is free for your own discoveries, then you will regroup with your fellow travellers and leader at the hotel in the evening for a special dinner experience. Head to Pushkar’s nearby sand dunes, where you’ll watch the sunset over the vast landscape. Continue to a different dune where you can tuck in to a traditional Rajasthani dinner while watching dancers from the local community perform the traditional Kalbelia style of dance – an experience that will completely immerse you in the culture of the region.
Day 8: Jaipur
Depart Pushkar this morning and drive to Jaipur. The capital of Rajasthan is known as the 'Pink City' due to the vibrant colour of its buildings. Arrive at your Feature Stay accommodation – the fabulous Hotel Narain Niwas Palace. This beautiful heritage hotel has been run by the same family since its opening in 1928 and retains the warm feel of a traditional family home, while opulent touches emanate from every corner – look out for the chandeliers, stained glass windows and peacocks roaming the grounds. Surrounded by a swimming pool and gardens, this is the perfect escape from the rush of the outside world. Settle into your hotel, then join your leader on a walking tour of the city. Explore buzzing bazaars filled with handcrafted textiles, folk art and the local specialty of semi-precious stones, then stroll streets teeming with camel carts, rickshaws, trucks and bicycles. Conclude the evening with a home-cooked dinner in the home of a local family and make the most of your time with your hosts, learning about their way of life. After dinner, return to your Feature Stay accommodation.
Day 9: Jaipur
Begin the day with a visit to the extravagant Amber Fort – the jewel of Jaipur. It is quite a sight, with its soft shades of red, sandstone and white marble with elaborate Hindu-style flourishes. Your local guide will share the stories of a fallen empire as you explore ornate rooms, lavish murals, frescoed arches and delicate jali work. After, stop at one of India's most photographed buildings – the Hawa Mahal or 'Palace of the Winds'. Then, visit the striking City Palace for a blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture. Tour the grounds and learn about its construction by the founder of Jaipur. Later in the afternoon, head for rooftop for drinks and take in sweeping views of Jaipur’s old walled city.
Day 10: Ranthambhore National Park
This morning, say goodbye to Jaipur and make the journey to Ranthambore. Ranthambhore’s treasured national park is one of the best places in the world to spot tigers. The park is also home to ancient temples, mosques and a vast array of other wildlife. When you arrive, you might like to take a stroll around town or put your feet up and relax beside the pool in anticipation of an exciting day of wildlife spotting tomorrow.
Day 11: Ranthambhore National Park
Rise early for a morning safari. Ranthambore National Park is one of the original Project Tiger reserves – a place where nature has reclaimed ancient fortresses and temples and is teeming with wildlife. In your private canter vehicle, you’ll take a game drive to search for animals, including the elusive tiger, which stalks through the jungle. Even if they are too stealthy to see, the park is filled with other animals like gazelle, hyenas, sloth bears, crocodiles, jackals, three types of antelope (nilgai, sambar and chital) and leopard. Enjoy some downtime at the resort in the afternoon, then venture back out for an evening safari through the park – another chance to spot some of this region’s resident tiger population. You may also get to explore the 1000-year-old Ranthambore Fort – where two pavilions that have survived the ravages of war and time, Badal Mahal and Hammirs Court, give an idea of its old grandeur.
Day 12: Agra
Today, drive to the fabled city of Agra. Head out at sunset to visit India's most iconic structure – the spectacular Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Best known as a monument to love and loss, the 17th-century Taj was built by Emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb for his second wife and is a beautiful example of Mughal architecture, surrounded by trimmed English gardens. Meet with an expert guide who will tell you the fascinating history of this world-famous building as you tour the grounds at sunset. Beyond its most famous structure, Agra also boasts a marvellous food scene. Tonight, a foodie expert will join you on a street food tour away from the main tourist trail and help you understand Agra’s cuisine and culture. Stop by a 19th-century shop serving up age-old recipes from the Braj region of India and visit hyperlocal eateries most visitors to Agra never see.
Day 13: Delhi
Start the day with a visit to the remarkable Agra Fort. Learn how a fortress and prison was built out of red sandstone by Akbar in 1565, then how conversions and additions by Shah Jahan transformed the fort into a palace. After your visit, depart Agra and make your way to Delhi, India’s lively capital. In the afternoon, get a taste of the city during a tour with your leader. Navigate the city’s metro system and arrive in Old Delhi where you’ll wind through its lanes and markets. It’s not the real Delhi without a traffic jam so hop aboard a traditional rickshaw and weave your way around the streets surrounding the Chandni Chowk marketplace. Stop by India’s oldest and largest mosque, the Jama Masjid, then head into the Sikh temple of Sheeshganj Gurudwara for a moment of peace and to observe the spiritual side of this bustling metropolis. In the evening, join your leader and group for a final dinner at one of Delhi’s oldest restaurants that has been delighting visitors for more than 80 years.
Day 14: Delhi
Your adventure comes to an end after breakfast this morning. If you would like to spend more time in Delhi, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time to organise additional accommodation.
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