Immerse yourself in a vibrant culture, rich history, and colorful architecture during your 10-day customizable senior tour of India. Travel from Delhi to Agra and from Jaipur to Udaipur to discover traditional designs and a regional charm that will reveal the depth of India’s past. Whether marveling at the Taj Mahal, wandering the sandstone courtyards of former Mughal, or basking in the opulent design of a marble palace that overlooks a glassy lake, your senior tour will reflect India’s unique...
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Delhi – Arrive in Delhi with the Day at Your Leisure
The city of Delhi is the nation’s capital, contains layers of history, and represents India as an amalgamation of diverse cultures. The backstreets around the bazaars brim with activity, and the historic districts shine with tremendous treasures. Your flight will land at Indira Gandhi International Airport, where your private transfer will meet you at customs before transferring you to your luxurious accommodation. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure.
If you wish to discover parts of Delhi at your own pace, you can visit the Lotus Temple, which is a Bahai house of worship with nine sides that surround a central dome. The mixture of white concrete and marble create an intricate design that resembles a lotus flower that is ready to bloom. The interior offers a unique display of religious devotion that is absent of idols, pictures, or external symbols of religious ideology. The temple of Akshardham was completed in the early 21st century and resembles an ancient edifice with a central monument that stands at 141 feet tall, featuring carvings of animals, plants, gods, dancers, and musicians.
What's Included:
Day 2
Delhi – Explore the History and Districts of Delhi
Day 3
Agra – Travel to Agra for Historic Monuments and the Taj Mahal
Day 4
Jaipur – Discover Opulent Fatehpur Sikri before Reaching Jaipur
Day 5
Jaipur – Traverse the Amber Fort and Jaipur’s Historic City Center
Day 6
Pushkar – Visit the Temples and Desert Scenery of Pushkar
Day 7
Jodhpur – Find Majesty in Jodhpur and Jaswant Thada
Day 8
Udaipur – Venture to Ranakpur en route to Charming Udaipur
Day 9
Udaipur – Experience the Splendor of Rajasthan’s Pearled City
Day 10
Udaipur – Depart for Home
Trip Highlights
- Witness the changing colors of the Taj Mahal during sunset with a private tour of the intricate grandeur of the Indian monument
- Discover the distinct ambiance of pilgrimage in the city of Pushkar when strolling the streets to find over 400 temples, including a Brahma temple
- Enjoy the gorgeous architecture of the Pink City of Jaipur when visiting the City Palace complex and the captivating design of the Hawa Mahal
- Wander the red sandstone courtyards and walls of the former Mughal capital city of Fatehpur Sikri for insight into its preserved architecture
- Delight in Delhi’s unique history when visiting the famous monuments of the India Gate and Jama Masjid, which is one of India’s largest mosques
- Marvel at the 1,444 individually hand-engraved pillars when exploring the Jain Temple of Ranakpur
- Revel in the regal majesty of the City Palace at Udaipur when viewing the intricate gates, hanging gardens, and opulent terraces
Detailed Description
You will embrace colorful architecture and a vibrant past during your luxurious 10-day senior tour of India that embodies the iconic monuments between the main cities of Delhi, Agra, and the desert region of Rajasthan. Your time in India will be imbued with the contemporary world in connection to the preserved traditions and historical architecture that is featured at the heart of each city. Whether wandering the courtyards of the Amber Fort or discovering the etchings inside the Brahma temple, each moment of your tour will be designed to capture your imagination, making traveling easy with private tours and luxurious accommodations.
Your senior exploration of India will begin with your arrival in Delhi, where you will stay for two nights. A private tour of the city will lead you to the iconic monuments and around the most notable neighborhoods, including the streets of the Red Fortress, to experience the bustling bazaar. You will have a private transfer to Agra for one night, where your guide will lead you to the most historic destinations in the city to reveal the grandeur of Agra Fort and the prestige of the celebrated Taj Mahal at sunset. At the Taj Mahal, you can watch the colors of the façade shift from white to pink.
Before you reach Jaipur for two nights, you will have a private tour of the former capital of the Mughal Empire, Fatehpur Sikri. Here, you can discover a fascinating white-marble tomb and the unique design of the distinctive assembly halls. Once in Jaipur, you will have a private tour of the city’s majestic architecture, historic neighborhoods, Amber Fort, the City Palace complex, and a few of the city’s vibrant bazaars. With on night in Pushkar, your guide will lead you on a visit to a variety of temples in the marvelous desert city, ending with sunset at the elevated Savitri temple. At Jodhpur, you will discover the Blue City by exploring the narrow lanes and the Mehrangarh Fort. You will also visit the remarkable marble palace of Jaswant Thada to view the opulence of the royal design, which also offers a sweeping view of the city.
Your private transfer will eventually lead you to Ranakpur for a half-day tour of the sensational temple that is filled with more than 1,400 columns. You will then continue to Udaipur for two nights, where you will have a private tour of the city that is referred to as the Pearl of Rajasthan. Your guide will lead you to the City Palace and around the edges of the elegant lake to explore the regal qualities of the city before returning you to Delhi with a brief flight.
Starting Price
$1,495 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.
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