Exotic India

Fly from London to Delhi

Overnight flight from London (regional connections available) to Delhi withVirgin Atlantic. (N)

Meal basis: As per itinerary B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.

Delhi

Arrive in Delhi and transfer to the Taj Palace for 2 nights. Late afternoon tour of Old Delhi exploring Chandni Chowk by cycle rickshaw. Welcome dinner at the Haveli Dharampura in Old Delhi, with views towards the Red Fort and Jama Masjid. (D)

Delhi

Morning visit to the President’s Palace in New Delhi for the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Continue to the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun and the Qutb Minar tower. Afternoon at leisure – perhaps explore one of Delhi’s many markets or simply relax at your hotel. (B, D)

Agra

Drive to Agra. In the afternoon, visit the magnificent Agra Fort. Stay overnight at the Taj Convention Centre. (B, D)

Fatehpur Sikri – Ranthambore

Early morning sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal. After breakfast, drive to the deserted sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri. Enjoy lunch at the lavish Laxmi Vilas Palace. Continue to the railway station and transfer to Sawai Madhopur for 2 nights in the Sawai Vilas (until Mar 2023) or the Dev Vilas (from March 2023).Afternoon at leisure. (B, L, D)

Ranthambore

Early morning and late afternoon wildlife drives in search of tigers. (B, L, D)

Jaipur

Drive to the pink city of Jaipur. Stay 2 nights at the wonderful heritage hotel, Shahpura House. Afternoon at leisure. (B, D)

Jaipur

This morning visit the ancient Amber Fort and then the City Palace, home of the present maharajah. (B, D)

Pushkar – Deogarh

Morning departure for Deogarh visiting Pushkar and its temples and markets en route. Stay 2 nights at the Deogarh Mahal, a former palace and now a superb heritage hotel. Evening cookery demonstration. (B, D)

Deogarh

Take a scenic ride on Deogarh’s metre-gauge train passing waterfalls, lush landscapes and rural life. Optional afternoon 4×4 safari visiting local Bishnoi tribal villages dotted throughout the surrounding countryside.* (B, D)

Ranakpur – Udaipur

Drive to Udaipur, arguably Rajasthan’s most picturesque city. Visit the Jain temples at Ranakpur en route. Stay 2 nights atFateh Niwas. (B, D)

Udaipur

Enjoy a guided tour of Udaipur including City Palace, the Jagdish Temple and the Garden of the Maid’s Honour. End the tour with a cruise on the lake. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner overlooking Lake Fateh Sagar. (B, D)

Fly to Delhi

Morning at leisure. Afternoon flight from Udaipur to Delhi for an overnight stay atVivanta New Delhi Dwarka. (B)

Fly to London from Delhi

Transfer to the airport for theVirgin Atlanticflight to London. (B)

Meal basis:As per itinerary B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.