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Length
11 Days
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Starts in
Mumbai (India)
Ends in
Delhi (India)
Activity Level
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Style
Fully-Guided
Language
English
Guaranteed Date(s)
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Special Interest(s)
Private Travel, Wildlife & Safari
From
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$8,995.00
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Overview
Rolled out like a fine carpet, India is an intriguing tapestry of discovery, its ancient cities full of decadent palaces, ornate mausoleums and tranquil gardens shaped by centuries of rule by maharajas and Mughal emperors.Discover India’s most iconic cities on this unforgettable journey from Mumbai to Delhi, via the lakeside palaces of Udaipur, rose-hued Jaipur and the Taj Mahal, in all its symmetrical majesty. Perfectly tailored to your tastes, this journey connects you with in-the-know local guides who will bring India’s fascinating stories to life, and hands you the keys each night to exceptional hotels – among the finest in the world – fit for a maharaja.
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Pricing Type: Double Occupancy
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on double occupancy, and is the least expensive price available on
this tour date. Price is for the tour only, unless noted otherwise. Additional items,
including but not limited to, airfare, travel insurance, and more, are additional.
Guaranteed?
Yes means that that the vendor guarantees that tour date will occur.
No means that the vendor does not guarantee the tour will occur on that date, which usually
means that the vendor wants a certain amount of reservations on that date in order to
confirm it. Of course, the terms and conditions of the vendor do allow for the vendor to
cancel guaranteed tour dates for certain reasons (for example, a natural disaster).
Tour Itinerary
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India's most populous city hums with the energy of 21 million people. Cricket games spring up in narrow alleyways; negotiations permeate bazaars; and the scent of street food wafts through the air. Dome-topped palaces, opulent and grand, recall the city's rich history. The Gateway of India, a national symbol on the waterfront, glows as the setting sunlight streams through its arch.
Day 2
Mumbai
Mumbai | Cultural Canvas
Mumbai's colonial architecture takes center stage on a privately guided tour, its grandeur epitomized by the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus. Continuing onward, see the elegant residences lining Marine Drive and ascend Malabar Hill. A visit to Mani Bhavan provides a poignant view into the life and legacy of Mahatma Gandhi. India's artistic heritage then unfolds at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Museum with its impressive collection of miniature paintings and artifacts.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 3
Udaipur
Udaipur | Cruise to Elephanta
A boat trip across Mumbai Harbor whisks you to Elephanta Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Disembarking, climb 120 steps to explore incredible cave temples, all dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Later, catch a flight to Udaipur, where you settle into your hotel overlooking beautiful Lake Pichola.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 4
Udaipur
Udaipur | Lake Garden Palace
Impressive City Palace marks the beginning of the day. Hathi Pol (elephant gate) then welcomes you into the palace grounds. At Jagdish Temple, observe paintings, mosaics, intricately carved cenotaphs and its striking exterior. Within Fateh Prakash Palace, the Crystal Gallery displays a collection of fountains and vases to furniture and beds. Saheliyon Ki Bari, the Garden of the Maids of Honor, graces the shores of Lake Fateh Sagar.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Day 5
Jaipur
Jaipur | The Pink City
After your flight to Jaipur, embark on a private guided tour of the "Pink City." The walled City Palace - a sprawling mix of Rajput and Mughal architecture - is marked by courtyards and gardens. Next, Jantar Mantar, an observatory showcasing 18th-century astronomical instruments, including the Dhruva Yantra, offers a glimpse into India's scientific past. The day ends at pink sandstone Hawa Maha (Palace of the Winds).
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 6
Jaipur
Jaipur | Majestic Fort
The Central Museum immerses you in Rajasthani village life through costume, pottery, woodwork and brassware displays. From there, continue to Anokhi Museum, housed in a restored haveli and dedicated to the art of block and hand printing. Red sandstone, Mughal-style Amber Fort - a UNESCO World Heritage Site - stands among India's finest hill forts with ornate temples, grand halls and imposing exteriors rising from the surrounding hills.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Day 7
Agra
Agra | Ghost City
Rise early and proceed to Agra, pausing at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Fatehpur Sikri, a now-unpopulated 16th-century city with palaces, mosques, tombs, courts and hidden passageways. Arriving in Agra, visit the Taj Mahal as fading light bathes it in a warm, orange glow.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Day 8
Agra
Agra | First Light
As the rising sun paints its marble facade, view the Taj Mahal in a new light. Later, explore Agra Fort, a Mughal palace blending defensive and decorative architecture. At Itmad-Ud-Daulah - "Baby Taj" - discover a Persian-style tomb rivaling the Taj Mahal in grace.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Day 9
Delhi
Delhi | Old Meets New
Overland travel leads to Delhi, where the crimson towers of the Red Fort, former residence of Mughal emperors, evoke the city's rich history. Lodi Gardens, graced with grand palm trees and opulent mausoleums, offer a serene respite. By contrast, the vibrant energy of Delhi's markets reveals the city's dynamic present.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 10
Delhi
Delhi | Old Meets New
In lively Old Delhi, navigate Chandni Chowk by rickshaw and see Raj Ghat - marked by a black marble platform -the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. In New Delhi, visit Humayun's Tomb, a grand 16th-century mausoleum that influenced the Taj Mahal. Ending the day, see the iconic India Gate, the pond-flanked Rajpath and copper-domed Rashtrapati Bhavan, the President's residence.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Day 11
Delhi
Depart Delhi
Depart Delhi.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
More Details
Abercrombie & Kent is informing us of the following additional details regarding their The Taj Mahal and Beyond tour:
Highlights
Experience India at its finest, delving into the glories of the Mughal Empire and the frenetic whirl of the country as it is today
Stay in some of India's most luxurious hotels, landmarks in their own right
Lose yourself in the thrilling rhythms of Mumbai, birthplace of Bollywood and the home of impressive national monuments
Be moved by the timeless marble beauty of the Taj Mahal in Agra, with visits at both sunrise and sunset
Cruise on Udaipur's tranquil Lake Pichola, admiring the lavish palaces that adorn its shores
Explore the Pink City of Jaipur and its architectural masterpiece, the City Palace
Explore Jaipur's hilltop Amber Fort, an ornately detailed Mughal masterpiece and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Set off on a thrilling rickshaw ride through Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk Bazaar
Maximum Group Size
99
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