Fly UK to Delhi Overnight

Upon your arrival at Delhi International Airport, our team will be holding your name signage by “Cruise 1st and Perfect Travels” in the arrivals hall. You will be met and transferred to your Hotel for Check-in with welcome briefing. Our travel manager will then outline your wonderful itinerary ahead. Enjoy rest day at leisure. Later Welcome Dinner will be arranged at your Hotel (incl a variety of continental, and Indian spreads). (D)

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Delhi old city tour - Agra Taj Mahal at sunset Step-back in time and discover the glory of the great Mughal empire and British raj of India. Your own private guide will ensure you get an in-depth experience of these emblematic structures & traditions of the local culture. After Breakfast/Checkout you will be met by our expert Delhi Guide and our company Chauffeur, who will take you on a journey thru Old Delhi, founded as Shahjahanabad in 1639 as the capital of the great Mughal Empire. Our first stop will be old walled-city of Delhi. We will visit the marvellous red-sandstoned Jama Masjid Mosque built by Mughal emperor and maker of taj mahal – Shah Jahan in 1644 AD showcasing finest indo-islamic architectures. Afterwards, we hop-on a traditional Rickshaw Ride tour exploring real life, tangy flavours and buzz of old city thru maze-like streets of the iconic wholesale bazaar Chandni Chowk and asia’s largest spice trading markets Khari Baoli. Our ride ends with a photo-stop outside the imperial residence of Mughal empire and unesco heritage site The Red Fort, built in 1638 and rumoured to have the decapitated bodies of prisoners built into its foundations for luck. Next stop is at Raj Ghat, the memorial dedicated to father of India - Mahatma Gandhi. After tour we will drive (230 kms) to Agra aka the legacy city of Mughal-Empire and home of Taj Mahal (drive includes enroute stop for clean restrooms). Upon arrival our representative will meet you for Check-In at Hotel. Time permitting we will also visit a local artisans workshop/art-gallery. Later, at the break of dusk special arrangements will be made for to visit the sacred Yamuna riverside – Mehtab Bagh Gardens for a picturesque Sunset Viewing of the Taj Mahal. Later Dinner will be arranged at your Hotel (incl a variety of continental, and Indian spreads). (B,D)

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Agra Taj Mahal at sunrise and sightseeing At the break of dawn we will experience a sunrise grand tour of The Taj Mahal. You will be met by our expert Taj Mahal guide who will arrange eco-friendly pollution free vehicles for you to journey to the main gates of the Taj. Spanning an area of about 1,000 acres (400 hectares), this majestic architectural wonder offers incredible sights. Built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved third wife, Mumtaz Mahal, and combines Persian, Turkish and Indian architectural styles. On your guided tour, admire the structure’s magnificent construction, the intricate exterior and interior decor, the beautiful garden and the outlying red-sandstone buildings. Capture the changing faces of the Taj in different light conditions. Our expert guides will also help you find special vantage points for perfect photography moments of Taj. Afterward Taj tour we return back to hotel for Breakfast. Later in the morning, we will journey through the old-cities traditional houses, British raj colonies and Mughal architectures to arrive at India’s finest Mughal fortress - The Red Fort of Agra. A UNESCO world heritage site and the imperial residence of 16th century rulers of ‘Mughal Dynasty’. This 34-hectare red sandstone fortress dates back to 1080 AD and has seen many battles and dynasties. Explore fusion of Hindu - Islamic influences on its construction as you walk inside the fort with your guide and learn about the different functions of the buildings including the Moti Masjid (Pearl Fort), Diwan-i-Khas (Hall of Private Audience), Diwan-i-Am (Hall of Public Audience), Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace) and much more. In the evening special arrangements will be made for you to experience regional Indian Mughlai Dinner in the city at a popular restaurant. After Dinner we return to Hotel. Mughlai cuisine consists of dishes developed in Medieval India at the centers of the Mughal Empire. It’s combination style cooking of South & Central Asian. (B,D)

Agra – Ranthambhore National Park Today morning after breakfast we will commence our scenic journey to the off-the-track regions of Sawai Madhopur (250 Km) that is home to the iconic - Ranthambhore National Park (drive includes enroute stop for clean restrooms). Upon arrival at your retreat/lodge located in Ranthambhore National Park, you will be met for your Check-in formalities and next day safari timings/briefings. Enjoy rest day at leisure (perhaps by the poolside or hotel spa treatments on your own). Followed by Lunch & Dinner arrangements at your retreat/lodge (including a variety of Indian, and continental spreads). (B,L,D)

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Ranthambhore National Park 2x Jungle Safari’s Today morning after an early breakfast, open-jeeps will be ready to welcome you and begin your 1 x Morning Safari for sunrise into the Ranthambhore National park. You will be met by our expert naturalist and jeep driver (safari on shared basis). After safari we will return back to your camp/hotel in the afternoon. Rest of the day free to relax. Followed by Lunch arrangements at your retreat/lodge (including a variety of Indian, and continental spreads). Afternoon open-jeeps will be ready to welcome you and begin your 1 x Afternoon Safari for sunset into the Ranthambhore National park. Incl. You will be met by our expert naturalist and jeep driver (safari on shared basis). You will be transferred back to your retreat/lodge in the evening. Enjoy Dinner arrangements at your retreat/lodge (including a variety of Indian, and continental spreads). Travel Note: Tiger safaris traditionally take place at dawn and dusk when the big cats are on the move, hunting. In the morning, after tea or coffee and biscuits, you depart on your first tiger safari of the day. On your return, take breakfast and a few hours of leisure walking the grounds, or napping. In the late afternoon embark on a second safari to catch the best time of the evening to view tigers and photograph the park. Your naturalist will speculate where you can likely see the tigers emerge from the forest. Enjoy a rich diversity of fauna and flora, incl Bengal tiger, Indian leopard, nilgai, wild boar, sambar, striped hyena, sloth bear, southern plains gray langur, rhesus macaque, mugger crocodile and chital. The sanctuary is home to a wide variety of trees, plants, birds and reptiles, as well as one of the largest banyan trees in India. (B,L,D)

Ranthambhore - The heritage pink city of Jaipur Today morning after Breakfast/Checkout you will be met and driven (150 km drive) by our company chauffeur to Jaipur, a historic pink washed city and gateway to India’s most flamboyant state - Rajasthan. (drive includes enroute stop for clean restrooms). Upon arrival you will be met by our travel manager for Check-in. Enjoy rest day at leisure (perhaps by the poolside or hotel spa treatments on your own). Time permitting we will visit a local artisans workshop and govt licensed art-gallery for demonstration from carpet master-weavers, genuine pashmina embroiderers, and antique jewellers showcasing the traditional silver craftsmanship of India. Later Dinner will be arranged at your Hotel (incl a variety of continental, and Indian spreads). (B,D)

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