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Inspired by love and shaped to perfection, the Taj Mahal immortalizes one man's love for his wife and the splendor of an era. The trip will give you the opportunity to make a pilgrimage to Taj Mahal, India's most famous architectural wonder.

Day 1 – Depart home country

Your fascinating journey begins as you depart from your home country for Delhi.

Day 2 – Arrive Delhi

Evening arrival in Delhi, capital of India. Traditional welcome with garlands and transfer to your first class hotel Le Meridien

Day 3 – Delhi

This morning, you’ll leave for a full day sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi including Jama Masjid, this immense mosque is the largest in India, Red Fort, once the most opulent fort and palace of the Mughal Empire.

In New Delhi visit 11th century Qutab Minar Tower, the India Gate and the grand government buildings, the President’s House and Parliament House, all dating back to the time of British Raj.

Day 4 - Delhi / Agra (200 kms – 4 hrs)

After breakfast you’ll drive down to the city of Taj, Agra, stopping enroute at a good restaurant for refreshment. Arrive by lunch and check in to the hotel. Rest of the afternoon at leisure.

Late afternoon you’ll be picked up from your hotel by “Tonga’s” (horse carriages) that will ride you up to the legendary Taj Mahal – A Incredible Experience !

Visit Taj Mahal till sunset, one of the Seven Wonders of the World and surely the most extravagant expression of love ever created. 20,000 men laboured for over 17 years to build this memorial to Shah Jahan's beloved wife. It's a wealth of white marble and semi-precious stone - undoubtedly the highlight of the tour. Jaypee Palace Hotel

Day 5 – Agra

Today you got the whole day free to discover the earlier capital of the Mughals – Agra. Let’s start with the imposing Agra Fort, built of red sandstone and marble is a hilltop citadel with fabulous courtyards, fountains and gates.

Later from here you’ll proceed to a photo tour of the Taj Mahal from the riverside to capture the splendid views of the Taj situated across the river Yamuna.

In the afternoon, you will drive across the Yamuna River to visit the Itmad-ud-daulah, more commonly referred to as the “baby Taj”, the first Mughal structure to be built entirely of white marble.

Then you’ll visit Sikandra, situated in the outskirts of Agra, which houses the tomb of Emperor Akbar. An interesting feature here is that one cannot see all the four minarets of the structure from one point - one of them always being behind the other in the viewer’s line of vision.

Late afternoon enjoy a city ride in the decorated rickshaws – an unforgettable experience as you meander through the little streets of Agra.

Later you may wish to explore the local handicrafts and shopping centers of the city where one can look for marble inlay work, fine quality carpets, Zari and embroidery, leather goods etc.

That’s not all, after a great day, you may like to enjoy your dinner in style. So, we have arranged a “poolside dinner” with Magic show in your first class hotel.

Day 6 - Agra / Fatehpur Sikri / Jaipur (232 kms – 5 hrs)

After breakfast you’ll drive leisurely to Jaipur - the fabled “pink city” of the desert named after Jai Singh, the former Maharaja of Jaipur. The palaces and forts of the yesteryears, which were witnesses to the royal processions and splendors, are now living monuments.

Enroute stop at Fatehpur Sikri, which has been described as “the world’s most perfectly preserved ghost town”. Built by Akbar in the late 16th century, it was abandoned after only 14 years, and the elegant buildings of this superb walled city remain intact to this day.

Continue journey to the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur, on arrival check in to your hotel.

This will be a cultural evening, you’ll visit Chokhi Dhani - An ethnic village resort, the vitality of Rajasthani folk culture comes alive as children dance rhythmically to the loud tenor of folk songs sung by men and women, festooned in bright clothes. Gaily caparisoned camel, horses and bullock carts offer joy rides. A traditional Rajasthani dinner will be served. Trident Hilton Hotel

Day 7 – Jaipur

After enjoying a hearty breakfast at the hotel you’ll visit the dramatic hilltop fortress at Amber, ascend the imposing fort on a painted elephant. You’ll wander among glittering inlays and the Hall of Mirrors.

On the way back stop to view the elegant Palace of the Winds, this elaborate building, now little more than a façade, is encrusted with delicate screens and carved balconies from which the royal ladies, confined to their quarters, could sneak views of the outside world.

Post lunch tour of the Maharajah’s City Palace, now partly a museum display a unique fusion of Mughal and Hindu architecture, and house a rare collection of paintings, Rajput armoury and costumes. Later we visit the unique Observatory, situated in the heart of the city where time has been accurately measured since the 17th century.

Evening free to Stoll in the colourful bazaars of Jaipur where one can shop for Jewellery, Paintings, block prints, textiles, carpets, brassware, blue pottery etc.

Day 8 – Jaipur / Delhi (250 kms – 5 hrs)

After morning at leisure you’ll drive back to Delhi. Arrive Delhi in the evening and you’ll be set free for last shopping of your tour at the local shopping center of Delhi – Connaught Place.

Tonight, we invite you to be our guest to enjoy the Indian Classical Dances show and farewell dinner at a popular Delhi restaurant.

Day 10 – Kathmandu

After breakfast set out for a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu visiting Pashupatinath Temple, the most sacred Hindu temple in Nepal dedicated to lord Shiva, built in 1696. Boudha Nath Temple, the world’s largest stupa; a sight of great reneration to the Buddhist, Swayambhunath Temple, the oldest Buddhist shrine. Looking east from here, one can see the entire Kathmandu valley spread out below.

Post lunch visit Durbar Square, the temple of the Living Goddess and the old Royal Palace. Visit Kasthamandup, a temple built from a single tree from which the Kathmandu derives its name.

Evening free for shopping in the popular shopping center of Kathmandu – Thamel.

Day 11 - Excursion Patan & Bhaktapur

In the early morning there is the opportunity (weather-permitting) of taking the optional flight to view the spectacular Himalayan Mountains including Everest.

Other excursions include visits to the medieval cities of Patan, a city of architecture and fine arts. Sometimes known as "Town with a Thousand and Golden Roofs".

Visit Bhaktapur, Kathmandu valley’s most medieval city also known as Bhadgaon and was one of the three Kingdoms of Mallas. It is famous for Lion gate, the picture gallery, the Golden gate and palace of 55 windows.

A special Farewell Dinner has been arranged for you at a popular restaurant with cultural program. 

In the afternoon transfer to the airport for your flight to Delhi. Arrive Delhi and pay a visit to ISKCON Temple, the temple belongs to the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). One of the 40 ISKCON temples in India, it is dedicated to the Lord Krishna.

Have dinner at the restaurant on the way to airport.

Day 13 - Departure

Early this morning transfer to the airport to board your homebound flight.