About This Tour
Overview
This 13-night journey is the definitive royal west India experience — heritage, wildlife, holy lakes and city glamour in one seamless loop. Begin in Delhi, where seven empires left their mark: cycle-rickshaw through Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk past the Red Fort and Jama Masjid, then trace New Delhi's boulevards to India Gate, Humayun's Tomb and the Qutub Minar. Drive to Agra for the Taj Mahal at golden hour and the mighty Agra Fort. Enter the dry jungles of Ranthambore National Park — one of India's best chances to see a wild tiger on dawn and dusk jeep safaris, beside the 10th-century Ranthambore Fort. Continue to the rose-pink Jaipur: the Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace and the Jantar Mantar observatory. Pause at sacred Pushkar, home to the world's only Brahma Temple and a holy lake ringed by ghats. Arrive in Udaipur, the City of Lakes, for the City Palace, Saheliyon Ki Bari and a sunset boat ride on Lake Pichola. Finally, fly to Mumbai for the Gateway of India, the Gothic Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, the Dhobi Ghat, a ferry to the Elephanta Caves, and Marine Drive's Queen's Necklace.
Duration
13 Nights / 14 Days
Tour Type
Heritage · Wildlife · Lakes · City · Private
Region
Delhi · Agra · Rajasthan · Mumbai
UNESCO Sites
Taj Mahal · Agra Fort · Jantar Mantar · Elephanta
Wildlife
Ranthambore Tiger Safaris · Elephanta Ferry
Languages
Hindi, English, Marathi, Rajasthani
Top Experiences
Highlights
Taj Mahal & Agra Fort
Shah Jahan's marble ode to love at golden hour, plus the red sandstone ramparts of the Agra Fort across the Yamuna
Ranthambore Tiger Safari
Two jeep safaris through dry deciduous jungle and ancient ruins — among the world's best odds of spotting a wild Bengal tiger
Pink City Jaipur
Elephant-gate entrance to the Amber Fort, the honeycomb Hawa Mahal, City Palace courtyards and the Jantar Mantar sky-instruments
Pushkar — Holy Lake
The world's only Brahma Temple, a sacred lake ringed by 52 ghats, and the spirit of India's most ancient pilgrimage town
City of Lakes, Udaipur
The white marble City Palace, Saheliyon Ki Bari, and a sunset boat ride on Lake Pichola past the Lake Palace
Mumbai & Elephanta
Gateway of India, the Gothic CST terminus, Dhobi Ghat, and a ferry to the rock-cut Shiva caves of Elephanta Island
Visual Journey
Royal West India at a Glance
What's Covered
Includes / Excludes
✓ Included
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis as per the itinerary
- Daily breakfast at all hotels
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with English-speaking driver-guide (D1–D11)
- Domestic flight Udaipur – Mumbai (economy class)
- 2 jeep safaris in Ranthambore National Park with park entrance fees
- Entry tickets — Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Amber Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Pushkar Brahma Temple, City Palace Udaipur, Elephanta Caves
- Sunset boat ride on Lake Pichola, Udaipur & Elephanta Caves ferry (shared boat)
- Cycle-rickshaw ride in Old Delhi & local guides in Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur & Mumbai
- Airport transfers (Delhi arrival & Mumbai departure)
✕ Not Included
- International flights to & from India
- India e-visa / visa fees
- Lunches & dinners (unless specified)
- Travel insurance
- Camera / video permits at monuments
- Personal expenses, gratuities & tips
- Optional activities (hot-air balloon, extra safaris) not listed
Day by Day
Itinerary
Day01
Arrive Delhi
Arrival · Transfer & leisure
Delhi
- Arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi. Meet our representative and transfer to your hotel.
- Evening at leisure — an optional first walk through Connaught Place or a welcome dinner of North Indian delicacies.
- Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day02
Delhi — Old & New
Full-day city tour
Old Delhi · New Delhi
- Old Delhi: cycle-rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk, past the Red Fort (exterior), the great Jama Masjid and Raj Ghat.
- New Delhi: drive along Rajpath past India Gate, the Presidential Palace and Parliament House.
- Afternoon visits to Humayun's Tomb (UNESCO), the 13th-century Qutub Minar (UNESCO) and the Lotus Temple.
- Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day03
Delhi – Agra
205 km / 04 hrs
Agra · Taj Mahal
- Drive along the Yamuna Expressway to Agra.
- Late afternoon visit to the Taj Mahal (UNESCO) — marble glowing in the golden hour.
- Evening exploration of the Agra Fort (UNESCO), from whose balconies Shah Jahan gazed at the Taj.
- Overnight stay in Agra.
Day04
Agra – Ranthambore
303 km / 05–06 hrs
Ranthambore
- Optional early sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal, then drive south-east towards the Aravallis.
- Arrive at Sawai Madhopur, gateway to Ranthambore National Park — one of India's most famous tiger reserves.
- Check in to your jungle lodge; evening orientation with the naturalist.
- Overnight stay near Ranthambore.
Day05
Ranthambore — Tiger Safaris
Dawn & dusk jeep safaris
Ranthambore
- Dawn jeep safari into the park — tigers, leopards, sloth bears, sambar and crocodiles around the lakes.
- Midday break; visit the 10th-century Ranthambore Fort (UNESCO) with its Ganesh and Shiva temples.
- Afternoon safari through a different zone for the best chance of a big cat sighting.
- Overnight stay near Ranthambore.
Day06
Ranthambore – Jaipur
180 km / 03–04 hrs
Ranthambore · Jaipur
- Morning at leisure after the safaris, then drive to Jaipur, the rose-pink capital of Rajasthan.
- En route, stop at the hill-top Chand Baori stepwell in Abhaneri — a geometric marvel of 3,500 steps.
- Evening arrival and check-in; a first glimpse of the illuminated Hawa Mahal from your car.
- Overnight stay in Jaipur.
Day07
Jaipur — Pink City
Amber Fort & city tour
Jaipur
- Morning tour of the Amber Fort — ascend by elephant or jeep through the Sun Gate to the mirror-work Sheesh Mahal.
- Photograph the five-storey honeycomb facade of the Hawa Mahal, then visit the City Palace courtyards and museums.
- Explore the Jantar Mantar observatory (UNESCO) and shop for block prints and gemstones in the old city bazaars.
- Overnight stay in Jaipur.
Day08
Jaipur – Pushkar
140 km / 03 hrs
Pushkar
- Drive west across the plains to sacred Pushkar, one of India's holiest towns.
- Visit the Brahma Temple — the world's only temple to Lord Brahma — and walk the 52 ghats of the holy Pushkar Lake.
- Evening aarti on the ghats; optional camel ride on the desert fringe.
- Overnight stay in Pushkar.
Day09
Pushkar – Udaipur
280 km / 05–06 hrs
Pushkar · Udaipur
- Morning in Pushkar, then a long scenic drive south through Rajasthan's Aravalli hills.
- Arrive in Udaipur, the 'City of Lakes' and Venice of the East.
- Evening check-in with views over Lake Pichola.
- Overnight stay in Udaipur.
Day10
Udaipur — City of Lakes
Lake Pichola boat ride
Udaipur
- Morning tour of the City Palace (UNESCO) — the largest royal complex in Rajasthan overlooking Lake Pichola.
- Visit the Jagdish Temple and the fountains and courtyards of Saheliyon Ki Bari.
- Sunset boat ride on Lake Pichola past the floating Lake Palace and Jag Mandir.
- Overnight stay in Udaipur.
Day11
Udaipur – Mumbai (by air)
Domestic flight
Udaipur ✈ Mumbai
- Morning at leisure by the lakes, then transfer to Udaipur Airport for your domestic flight to Mumbai.
- Arrive and transfer to your hotel; watch sunset over Marine Drive — the Queen's Necklace.
- Overnight stay in Mumbai.
Day12
Mumbai — Gateway & Colonial City
City tour
Mumbai
- Morning at the Gateway of India and the archway of the Taj Mahal Palace hotel, then explore the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (UNESCO).
- Visit the Prince of Wales Museum (CSMVS) and the bustling Dhobi Ghat — the world's largest open-air laundry.
- Drive along Marine Drive and through the art-deco Marine Lines; optional visit to Haji Ali Dargah.
- Overnight stay in Mumbai.
Day13
Mumbai — Elephanta Caves
Ferry across the harbour
Elephanta Island
- Morning ferry from the Gateway of India across Mumbai harbour to Elephanta Island.
- Explore the rock-cut Elephanta Caves (UNESCO) — the monumental Trimurti Shiva, carved between the 5th and 8th centuries.
- Return to the city; afternoon at leisure for Colaba Causeway shopping or a Bollywood-style farewell dinner.
- Overnight stay in Mumbai.
Day14
Depart Mumbai
Airport transfer
Departure
- Morning at leisure before your private transfer to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport.
- Fly onwards — phir milenge, and we look forward to hosting you on your next India journey.
Where You'll Stay
Hotels
Delhi
5★ Heritage Hotel — 2 Nights
Central location near Connaught Place
Central location near Connaught Place
Agra
5★ Heritage Hotel — 1 Night
Taj Mahal views from every room
Taj Mahal views from every room
Ranthambore
Jungle Lodge — 2 Nights
Lodge at the park's edge
Lodge at the park's edge
Jaipur
5★ Palace Hotel — 2 Nights
Former Maharaja's residence
Former Maharaja's residence
Pushkar
Heritage Haveli Hotel — 1 Night
Stepwell-era haveli near the lake
Stepwell-era haveli near the lake
Udaipur
5★ Lakefront Palace — 2 Nights
Floating palace on Lake Pichola
Floating palace on Lake Pichola
Mumbai
5★ Harbour Landmark — 3 Nights
Iconic harbour landmark
Iconic harbour landmark
We will arrange and confirm your hotel stays as per the trip and budget — hotel options are not fixed and can be customised to your preference. Contact us for details
Good to Know
FAQs
What is the best time for this tour?
- October to March is ideal — crisp, sunny days across Delhi, Agra and Rajasthan and pleasant evenings in Mumbai. February–May offers the best Ranthambore tiger sightings as the jungle dries out.
Do I need a visa for India?
- Yes — most nationalities can apply for an India e-Visa online (valid 30 days, double entry) well before travel. Our team can guide you through the application.
How likely am I to see a tiger at Ranthambore?
- Ranthambore is one of India's best tiger parks with a resident population of around 70 tigers. With two safaris in different zones, sightings are very likely — and the ruined forts and lakes make every drive rewarding.
What makes Udaipur's boat ride special?
- The sunset cruise on Lake Pichola glides past the white marble Lake Palace and Jag Mandir with the Aravalli hills behind — the most romantic half-hour in Rajasthan.
What should I pack?
- Light cottons and comfortable walking shoes, a light jacket for winter mornings, neutral colours for safari, modest clothing for temples, sunscreen, a hat and a small daypack for the Elephanta ferry.
Can I extend this tour?
- Yes — popular add-ons include the Ranthambore hot-air balloon, a third safari, Jodhpur & the blue city, Rishikesh's Ganges, or a Kerala backwaters finale. Just share your dates.
Full Route
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