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Grand Journey from India’s Golden Triangle to Shimla

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€3742 per person

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Overview

India, a unique country and civilisation, is a mindboggling potpourri of sights, sounds, colours and experiences as well as a culture-shock of astonishing contrasts.

From the flawless grandeur of the Taj Mahal, to the mighty fortresses of Rajasthan and from the reminders of past glories of the Raj in Delhi to the teeming markets of Jaipur, our India tour encompasses the very best of northern India, ensuring a lifetime of truly amazing memories in spring, summer, autumn or winter.

The jewel of our tour is surely the Taj Mahal in the early morning, when its colours and ethereal beauty is at its most amazing, a tomb built for Mumtaz Mahal, Emperor Jahan’s wife, it represents the ultimate expression of a pure and enduring love. We’ll see the real India, a subcontinent that covers the full gamut of evolution, from the natural world, including the nation’s unofficial symbol, the tiger, in Ranthambore, through the Rajasthan forts and palaces of the Moghul Empire, to the more recent Raj and British colonial influence.

Immerse yourself in this tour and prepare for a revamp of any preconceptions towards one of the world’s ‘must-see’ destinations.

Highlights

  • See the breathtaking Taj Mahal bathed in soft morning light, gazing in awe at the simple purity of its white marble and the exquisite craftsmanship of its inlay work.
  • Travel on the famous Shimla railway on board a classic toy train for Kalka and stay for 3 nights in Shimla.
  • Enjoy a guided tour of the 400-year-old deserted Moghul city of Fatehpur Sikri and city tours of both Old and New Delhi seeing all the major sights.
  • Marvel at the extraordinary location and beauty of Amber Fort, home of one of India’s most powerful maharajas and venture on a driving safari in Ranthambore National Park, the best place in India to spot the elusive tigers.
  • Explore the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur, capital of the desert kingdom of Rajasthan with a guided city tour and take a guided tour of the Viceregal Lodge in Shimla plus a walking tour of the city.
    • Experience the vibrant streets of Old Delhi in the company of former street children whose lives have been turned around by a transformative charity.
    • Wander in the elegant gardens of Mehtab Bagh and gaze in awe at the Taj Mahal from a different perspective then enjoy dinner at a local restaurant in Agra.
    • Spend time with a knowledgeable naturalist and gain a greater understanding of the elusive tigers that roam the landscape of Ranthambore.
    • Enjoy the more exclusive atmosphere of travelling in a small group with an average of 22 guests.

Available Dates

19th November 2026

03rd December 2026

 

Itinerary

Day 1 (Departure):

Begin your journey to Delhi.

Day 2 (Arrival In New Delhi):

Transfer to the five-star Le Meridien hotel for an overnight stay and take a guided tour of New Delhi.

Day 3 (Old Delhi):

Explore Old Delhi on a guided tour starting with the Raj Ghat, stopping off at Gurudwara Bangla Sahib Temple, and the Red Fort, then stay at the Oberoi Trident hotel.

Day 4 (Taj Mahel):

Witness the glorious sun rising over the stunning Taj Mahal.

Day 5 (Fatehpur Sikiri):

Journey to the ancient abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri, enjoy lunch at the Laxmi Villas Palace in Bharat and visit the Ranthambore National Park.

Day 6 (Ranthambore Tiger Safari):

Prepare for an early start in the hopes of catching a glimpse of Ranthambore’s famous tigers on safari.

Day 7 (Jaipur):

Explore the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur on a guided walking tour, stopping off at the Astronomical Observatory and the City Palace.

Day 8 (Amber Fort):

Visit the colossal Amber Fort in the hills above Jaipur.

Day 9 (Rajasthan):

Head deeper into rural Rajasthan for a guided walking tour of Alisar.

Day 10 (New Delhi):

Leave Rajasthan behind and return to New Delhi for a one-night stay.

Day 11 (Train To Shimla):

Board the express train from Delhi to Kalka and travel on the Shimla Narrow-gauge railway.

Day 12 (Shimla):

Discover Shimla’s colonial past on a visit to Viceregal Lodge.

Day 13 (Free Day In Shimla):

Enjoy a day at leisure in Shimla.

Day 14 (Train To Delhi):

Drive to Chandigarh station and then return by train to New Delhi.

Day 15 (Return Home):

Say goodbye and start your journey home.

Includes

  • 13 nights in three to five-star accommodation
  • 11 included experiences
  • 13 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 6 dinners
  • Checked luggage
  • Return flights & transfers
  • Travel on the ‘toy train’ to Shimla
  • Expert Tour Manager
  • Welcome Drink
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