Your Indian holiday starts with an overnight flight from the UK to Delhi.

Arrive in Delhi this morning, where your Tour Manager will greet you and transfer you to your hotel. After an included lunch and some time to freshen up, join your Tour Manager for a guided tour. Discover the ruins of the Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque and marvel at the ornate Qutb Minar tower that stands majestically above them.

Today's guided tour will introduce you to Delhi's vibrant Old City. You'll drive past the historic Red Fort, Jama Masjid Mosque, and Raj Ghat – Gandhi’s cremation site near the Yamuna River – and enjoy an exhilarating rickshaw ride through the narrow lanes of Chandni Chowk.

In addition, you'll experience the grandeur of New Delhi, built by the British Raj to reflect the glories of the Empire. Highlights include the historic India Gate war memorial and the vast boulevard of Rajpath.

Later, we will travel to Agra, India's City of Love and the home of the exquisite Taj Mahal. After visiting the royal pavilions, palaces, and courtyards of the majestic Agra Fort, you'll make your first visit to the Taj Mahal. Witness this monument to undying love in all its glory at sunset and enjoy a guided tour.

Begin your day with an unforgettable view of the Taj Mahal at dawn, observed from across the Yamuna River. Following breakfast, you'll head to Abhaneri, a quaint town renowned for its remarkable baoris (stepwells). Explore the intricate beauty of Chand Baori, one of India's deepest and largest stepwells, adorned with exquisitely carved panels.

After departing Abhaneri, you'll journey to Ranthambhore National Park, pausing for lunch at the luxurious Umaid Lake Palace. This charming heritage hotel and organic retreat cultivates produce for its fine restaurant. Ranthambhore, once the hunting grounds of Indian princes, features a landscape of thorn trees, scrub, and grasslands interspersed with picturesque ponds, streams, and lakes—ideal habitats for the famous, elusive, and endangered Tigers of Ranthambhore, along with other wildlife.

Spend the afternoon relaxing before attending an evening tiger talk with a local naturalist, an ideal preparation for the adventures awaiting you tomorrow.

Today's two canter (open-air vehicle) safaris in Ranthambhore Park promise to be some of the most memorable moments of your entire holiday. Accompanied by a knowledgeable naturalist guide, you'll embark on a journey to spot the park's diverse wildlife, including striped hyenas, sambar deer, sloth bears, and, of course, tigers (and perhaps even a leopard).

Spend your morning at leisure or opt for our excursion to ascend the gentle 273 steps to the ancient Ranthambhore Fort. Perched on a 600-metre-high hill range, the fort provides breathtaking views of the park below.

After enjoying lunch at the hotel this afternoon, you'll depart from Ranthambhore and travel to the vibrant Pink City of Jaipur, where you will stay for the next two nights.

After breakfast, explore Amber, the historic capital of the Rajput Empire. Ascend by jeep to the expansive sixth-century hill-top fort, where you can wander through the Royal Halls and admire the breathtaking views from the ramparts. Following an included lunch, you'll embark on a tour of Jaipur, visiting the City Palace complex with its museums and ancient astronomical observatory. You will also drive past the countless windows and screened balconies of the 18th-century Palace of the Winds.

In the evening, delight in a special dinner at Nokha House, hosted in traditional Rajasthani style by the Rathore family.

Say goodbye to Jaipur as you travel across the desert plain into the Aravali Hills, heading to the jungle resort of Vanaashyra. On the way, take a break for tea or coffee at Bhangarh, a 17th-century ruined fort.

This afternoon, ride a camel cart to visit a local village and enjoy a pre-dinner cookery demonstration. You'll spend the night in a private cottage that offers a blend of India's historic charm and modern comforts, including air conditioning.

Spend your day at leisure in Vanaashrya. Take a refreshing swim in the pool or take some time to reflect on your Indian adventure.

After enjoying a provided lunch at Vanaashrya, you'll depart for Delhi to catch your overnight flight back home.