The Best of India

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Embark on a guided tour to introduce you to Delhi’s major attractions. In exotic Old Delhi you will view the Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque. Visit Akshardham, the main building at the center of the complex is a 141-foot high monument to Bhagwan Swaminarayan. Visit to Agra Fort, the original red stone fort built by Moghul Emperor Akbar in 1565.

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Visit Taj Mahal
    • Explore Delhi
    • Visit memorial to Mahatma Gandhi and drive by the magnificent Red Fort
    • Visit to Agra Fort

What's this trip about?

    Embark on a guided tour to introduce you to Delhi’s major attractions. In exotic Old Delhi you will view the Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque. Visit Akshardham, the main building at the center of the complex is a 141-foot high monument to Bhagwan Swaminarayan. Visit to Agra Fort, the original red stone fort built by Moghul Emperor Akbar in 1565.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityDelhi
End CityDelhi

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Asia
  • India

Attractions

  • Agra
  • Amber Fort
  • Delhi
  • India Gate
  • Jaipur
  • Jama Masjid
  • Ranthambore Tiger Reserve
  • Red Fort
  • Taj Mahal

Activities

  • Cooking
  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • Wildlife viewing

Trip includes

    • Round trip airfare from New York (JFK)
    • Airfare taxes, fees & fuel surcharges
    • Intra-India ground transportation
    • Accommodations at deluxe and superior hotels
    • Comprehensive sightseeing tours including entrance fees
    • Experienced English-speaking Tour Director and local guides

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Itinerary

Travel Map
Day 1
Depart USA. Your exotic India tour begins this afternoon as you depart on a non-stop wide-body jet flight bound for Delhi.

Day 2: Arrive Delhi
Meals: Dinner Accommodation: The Park Hotel Afternoon arrival in India’s bustling capital. You’ll be greeted at the airport and escorted to your upscale city-center hotel. Later this evening, your tour director hosts a welcome briefing followed by a short orientation...
Day 3: Delhi
Meals: Breakfast After a good night’s rest and a sumptuous breakfast, embark on a guided tour to introduce you to Delhi’s major attractions.  In exotic  Old Delhi you will view the Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque.  Visit the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi and drive by ...
Day 4: Delhi
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch After breakfast, proceed to visit Akshardham, the main building at the center of the complex is a 141-foot high monument to Bhagwan Swaminarayan. Designed according to ancient Vedic texts known as the Sthapatya-Shastra, it features a blend of...
Day 5: Delhi/Agra
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Clarks Shiraz Hotel After breakfast, depart for the fabled city of Agra, home of the legendary shrine built and dedicated to love – The Taj Mahal. After you arrive this afternoon, take a guided visit to Agra Fort, the original red ston...
Day 6: Taj Mahal Excursion
Meals: Breakfast Agra is an ancient city that came into prominence in Medieval times under the Mughal rulers and was once the capital of a sprawling Mughal kingdom that covered much of southeast Asia. The highlight of this morning’s included tour is a guided visit to t...
Day 7: Agra/Fatehphur Sikri/Ranthambore
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Accommodation: Jungle Vilas After breakfast depart Agra for Ranthambore, stopping en route to visit Fatehpur Sikri, once a glittering capital, later abandoned due to scarcity of water. Marvel at the well-preserved buildings and red ...
Day 8: Ranthambore
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Set out today on an early morning drive to the wildlife sanctuary at Ranthambore National Park. A local naturalist guide joins you in your vehicle as you begin your search for elusive tigers as well as hyenas, jackals, and foxes. The park is dotted with structures, inclu...
Day 9: Ranthambore/Jaipur
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Park Regis Jaipur After breakfast, drive to Jaipur, the “Pink City”, famous for its exquisite buildings built of rose-colored terracotta. After you check into your upscale, conveniently-located hotel, join your guide for a walk to expl...
Day 10: Jaipur/Amber Fort/Jaipur
Meals: Breakfast

This morning venture out of the city to nearby Amber Fort, ancient capital of Rajasthan. You’ll ride up to the imposing hill where the fort is perched. A local expert will guide you through its magnificent ramparts & watchtowers commanding spectacular views of the su...
Day 11: Jaipur/Delhi
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner This morning, attend a yoga session with a professional teacher. Later, enjoy free time for any last minute pursuits. Explore the markets and lanes of Jaipur where you can buy spices, unique local souvenirs or bargain for beautiful, hand-wov...
Day 12: Delhi/USA.
Bid farewell to your incredible India tour. As you arrive the USA this morning,  your memorable travel to India ends .

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Price From $1,899
Price per day$158
Single supplement (single occupancy)$479
Last Updated: 4/3/2019

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Accommodation

,Delhi: Park Hotel Agra: Clarks Shiraz Hotel Ranthambore: Jungle Vilas Jaipur: Park Regis Jaipur
Cancellation policy
Cancellation charges per person are: Up to 75 days before departure: $300 74-45 days before departure: $600 44-30 days before departure: $1000 29-10 days before departure: $1500 9 days or fewer before departure: No refund. All cancellations must be received in writing
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Meals Included
9 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches and 4 Dinners
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Optional Activities
The Best of India Provides Optional tours below are the details: Jaipur: Jaipur afternoon city tour from approx. $35 per person Birla temple: Evening prayer ceremony at birla temple from approx. $25 per person Evening rickshaw ride From approx. $25 for 2 persons per person Bollywood film From approx. $8 per person
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