North India Explorer

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India’s Golden Triangle combines the beauty of paradise with the adventure of ancient history. Enjoy a rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk, attend an aarti prayer ceremony, visit the famed Taj Mahal, and so much more as you experience the well-preserved luxury and wonders just waiting to be discovered during this tour of India’s richest treasures.
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • 7 night’s hotel accommodation
    • Daily breakfast
    • A guided tour of Old Delhi visiting world famous historical sites such as Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar and India Gate
    • Visit the Taj Mahal in its full glory at sunrise
    • Explore the pink city of Jaipur in the colorful state of Rajasthan
    • Enjoy a full board experience at Ranthambore National Park
    • All transfers, sightseeing, and excursions in air conditioned vehicles
    • Entrance fees at the monuments as outlined in the itinerary
    • Private Game Drives with naturalist at Ranthambore National Park
    • Services of local English-speaking guides

What's this trip about?

    India’s Golden Triangle combines the beauty of paradise with the adventure of ancient history. Enjoy a rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk, attend an aarti prayer ceremony, visit the famed Taj Mahal, and so much more as you experience the well-preserved luxury and wonders just waiting to be discovered during this tour of India’s richest treasures.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityDelhi
End CityDelhi

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Culture
  • Game Drive
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Wine Tasting

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Delhi

Welcome to India! Upon clearing immigration and customs, you will meet your Sky Vacations ambassador for your transfer to the hotel. The balance of the day is at your leisure for you to unwind and / or explore the city.

Optional Culinary Experience with Chef

Day 2: Delhi

Start with a guided tour of Old Delhi featuring Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India; Asia’s largest spice market; and the famous Red Fort and Palace of the Mughal Empire. Next, we visit New Delhi, built by the British in the 1920s. Here you’ll see the Qutub Minar...

Day 3: Delhi – Agra

After breakfast, take a leisurely drive to Agra. Home to the famous Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and is the most important fort in India, once housing the great Mughals Babur, Humayun, Akbar, Jehangir, Shah Jahan, and Aurangzeb. Much of India’s history was written within its walls.

Day 4: Agra – Bharatpur – Ranthambore

Rise early and take in the splendor of the Taj Mahal at sunrise. Built by an emperor in memory of his beloved queen, construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1631 and is believed to have taken 22 years to complete, with over 20,000 craftsmen working round the clock. Ret...

Day 5: Ranthambore

Today is all about wildlife. Enjoy an early morning game drive with a naturalist in the Indian jungle. Afterwards, return to hotel for breakfast and spend the rest of the morning relaxing. In the afternoon, proceed to another game drive in the National Park.

Day 6: Ranthambore – Jaipur

After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Jaipur. Known as the “Pink City,” Jaipur is the capital of the colorful state of Rajasthan. As you drive through the old part of town, witness how the city blooms during the day in a kaleidoscope of color and sound.

Day 7: Jaipur

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to visit Amber Fort, a marvelous example of Rajput architecture. The interiors are decorated with intricate ivory, mirror, and glasswork; complemented by exquisite wall paintings. Later, proceed to visit the City Palace Museum whe...

Day 8: Jaipur – Delhi

After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Delhi. On arrival, transfer to airport to board your flight home.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,999
Price per day$250
Last Updated: 9/28/2023

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Breakfast daily

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Optional Activities

Optional Culinary Experience with Chef - take a food walk led by a renowned, local chef who will guide you through the crowded markets of Old Delhi. During the walk, we will try 12 – 15 dishes from 6 – 9 different food eateries. It’s the perfect chance to understand and savor the flavors of Northern India.

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