Tigers and Golden Triangle

Your driver will pick you up upon your arrival at the airport and escort you to your car. Then we will take you to your hotel. There proceed to your check-in before we brief you to the rest of the tour, and answer the questions you may have. According to your arrival time, we will take you for a first tour of Delhi's highlights: such as the Akshardham temple (and its unimaginable architecture), Humayun's Tomb (built in the 1500s), the Lotus temple (notable for its flowerlike shape, it has won several architectural awards), the Birla Mandir (also know as Laxminarayan Temple, is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu), the Monkey temple... Overnight in Delhi.

Today we will drive to Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan. Named after Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the city was founded in the 18th century. At your arrival, discover the beautiful Jal Mahal. The Palace (literally 'Water Palace') is located in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake. The postcard view becomes particularly romantic at sunset when the Palace lights up and seems to float in the air. In the evening you can enjoy a unique cinema experience or a world famous Indian Ayurvedic massage. Overnight in Jaipur.

In and around Jaipur you will visit: Amber Fort (where you can ride an elephant to get to the top of the fort *) that was built by Raja Man Singh I, the old town and its monuments, Birla Mandir (a Hindu temple located at the foot of Moti Dungri fort), the Palace of Winds (in the shape of the crown of Krishna, which 953 small windows allowed women to watch everyday life and processions without being seen), the City Palace (the palace complex that includes the Chandra Mahal and Mubarak Mahal palaces and other buildings, was built in 1732 )... In the afternoon, you will visit Galtaji. The ancient Hindu pilgrimage site consists of a series of temples built on the hills that surround Jaipur. Overnight in Jaipur.
* Elephant ride: this is an attraction enjoyed by locals. If you are animal wellness-sensitive and against their harassment for business reasons, you can, of course, do the 15/20 minutes walk-up by foot.

Enjoy your breakfast in the pink city, before your private driver meets you at your hotel. We will then head to the holy city of Pushkar. On the way, you will visit Ajmer, and its Taragarh Fort (one of the oldest hill forts in India and in the world). In Pushkar, you will discover the Brahma Temple, which is the only temple in India dedicated to Lord Brahma. This temple is marked by a red spire and over the entrance gateway, there is a beautiful statue of a Hans (goose) - the celestial of Lord Brahma. After walking to the famous Holy Pushkar Lake, sit down and watch Hindu people bathing and washing. Pushkar will provide you with a deep experience of the Indian rural lifestyle. Overnight in Pushkar.

Today we will drive to the small charming city of Bundi, surrounded by the hills of the Aravalli Range. Bundi is a city you will explore by foot, as no hectic traffic will bother you. Off the beaten tracks, you will visit Garh palace with its marvellous paintings and enjoy the fantastic view over the city. From there you can walk up to the Taragarh Fort (also called Star Fort). Built in 1354, the Fort offers a fantastic top-view down on the city. Don’t to miss the impressive step-wells, and simply enjoy walking through the narrow streets of this captivating town. Overnight in Bundi.

After your breakfast in the relaxing atmosphere of Bundi, you can take another walk up to the Taragarh Fort. Don’t to miss the impressive step-wells, and simply enjoy walking through the narrow streets of this captivating town. The Palace is completely abandoned but its visit is open to general public. Get lost inside the building and feel like an explorer in this place often ignored by tourists. Your driver will take you to Ranthambore, home of the famous National Park. Overnight in Ranthambore.

In the early morning, you will be picked up by a Canter (large roofless vehicle) or a private jeep (according to your booking choice) for a Safari in the National Park. You will get a chance to spot the famous Rajasthani Tigers. But also much more wildlife (duration about 3 hours). Enjoy the marvellous green environment of this wild nature. After you returned to your hotel, your driver will take you to Agra. On the way, we will stop in Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted red sandstone city built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. Fatehpur Sikri was the capital of the Mughal empire from 1571 to 1585. It was abandoned shortly after its completion, due to lack of water and the proximity with enemies. Then you will continue to Agra, home of the famous Taj Mahal. Overnight in Agra.

Start the day off by visiting the famous Taj Mahal during sunrise. It is the symbol of love built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Next, you will visit the Agra Fort (a UNESCO World Heritage site) built by the great Emperor Akbar. Existing since the 11th century, the Fort was expanded by the Mughals and contains several buildings such as the Hall of Public Audience and also several gates (the Delhi Gate and the Lahore Gate are the most famous). You will also visit the Sikandra Fort. Then your driver will take you to Delhi. According to your arrival time, you can decide with your driver to visit some of the many sites that Delhi has to offer. Overnight in Delhi.

Enjoy your breakfast. Then, according to your flight schedule, the day will be dedicated to Old and New Delhi visit: Red Fort (closed Mondays), the nearby great Jama Masjid Mosque (built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan between 1644 and 1656, it is one of the largest Mosques in India), the Chandni Chowk market (one of the oldest and busiest markets in Old Delhi), Qutb Minar (the 72 meter high monument) and more depending on your interests as you can decide with your driver who knows very well his hometown. Your driver will then take you to the airport for your departure flight.