Welcome to Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi. Our representative will receive you and transfer you by air-conditioned vehicle to your pre-booked hotel. After check-in, all tour-related documents and itinerary details will be explained. In the evening, visit the historic Red Fort to experience the spectacular Light & Sound Show, which narrates over five centuries of Delhi's rich history through dramatic storytelling, music and visual effects. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
After breakfast, explore the highlights of Old and New Delhi. Visit the magnificent Red Fort, the grand Jama Masjid, one of India's largest mosques, and Raj Ghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. Continue through New Delhi to view the Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's House), India Gate, the Laxmi Narayan Temple (Birla Mandir), Humayun's Tomb, the Lotus Temple, Qutub Minar and the ISKCON Temple. In the evening, you may enjoy an optional cycle rickshaw ride through the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Agra. En route, stop at Sikandra to visit the magnificent Tomb of Emperor Akbar, an outstanding example of Mughal architecture blending Hindu, Islamic, Buddhist and Jain influences. Continue to Agra and check in at the hotel. In the evening, if time permits, visit Oswal Emporium to admire an intricate marble replica of the Taj Mahal crafted by skilled artisans. Later, you may enjoy the optional Mohabbat-the-Taj cultural show, portraying the timeless love story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal through music, dance and theatrical performances. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Early morning, visit the world-famous Taj Mahal, the white marble mausoleum built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of Mumtaz Mahal and recognized as one of the world's most celebrated architectural masterpieces. Return to the hotel for breakfast before exploring the imposing Agra Fort, the former Mughal imperial residence featuring magnificent palaces, audience halls and mosques. Later, visit the elegant Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb, often referred to as the "Baby Taj" for its exquisite marble inlay work and delicate craftsmanship. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Jaipur. En route, explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Fatehpur Sikri, the former Mughal capital built by Emperor Akbar in the 16th century. Visit the magnificent Buland Darwaza, Jama Masjid, Panch Mahal and the marble tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti. Continue to Abhaneri to visit the remarkable Chand Baori Stepwell, one of India's deepest and most architecturally impressive stepwells. Later, proceed to Jaipur and check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, explore the architectural landmarks of Jaipur. Begin with an excursion to the majestic Amber Fort, where you may enjoy an optional elephant ride or jeep ride to the entrance. Continue to the hilltop Nahargarh Fort, offering panoramic views of the Pink City, followed by the magnificent City Palace, the astronomical instruments of Jantar Mantar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the iconic Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) and the elegant Birla Temple. In the evening, you may attend the Light & Sound Show at Amber Fort before enjoying traditional Rajasthani cuisine, folk music and dance performances at Chokhi Dhani. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport to board your flight to Kolkata. Upon arrival, transfer to your pre-booked hotel. If time permits, explore some of the city's most iconic landmarks including the magnificent Victoria Memorial, St. Paul's Cathedral, the historic Howrah Bridge, the Indian Museum, Kalighat Kali Temple, Birla Mandir, B.B.D. Bagh (Dalhousie Square) and Jorasanko Thakur Bari, the ancestral home of Rabindranath Tagore. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After an early breakfast, drive to Gosaba/Godhkhali Jetty to board your boat for the journey into the breathtaking Sundarbans National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world's largest mangrove forest. Cruise through scenic waterways towards your eco-resort while enjoying the peaceful landscapes of rural Bengal. After lunch, embark on a guided boat excursion to the Sajnekhali Watch Tower, Mangrove Interpretation Centre and surrounding creeks, where you may spot estuarine crocodiles, spotted deer, monkeys and a variety of migratory birds. Return to the resort in the evening for cultural performances (seasonal), dinner and overnight stay.
Early morning, enjoy tea before embarking on an exciting boat safari through the narrow creeks and waterways of Sundarbans National Park. Cruise deep into the mangrove forests while keeping watch for the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger, estuarine crocodiles, fishing cats, wild boars, spotted deer, monitor lizards and numerous resident and migratory bird species. Visit the famous Dobanki Watch Tower and experience the elevated Canopy Walk, offering panoramic views over the forest canopy. Continue cruising via the picturesque five-river junction towards the Bay of Bengal estuary before returning to the resort for lunch. In the evening, enjoy a guided walk through a nearby village to experience the traditional lifestyle and culture of the local communities living in harmony with this unique ecosystem. Dinner and overnight stay at the eco-resort.
Early morning, enjoy another memorable boat excursion through the serene waterways of the Sundarbans Tiger Reserve. Visit the popular Sudhanyakhali Watch Tower, one of the best wildlife observation points in the reserve, before cruising through picturesque mangrove-lined creeks and islands while searching for the region's remarkable wildlife. After returning to the resort for lunch, disembark and cruise back to Godhkhali Jetty, followed by a drive to Kolkata. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel for an overnight stay.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata for your onward journey. Your tour concludes with unforgettable memories of Delhi's imperial monuments, the timeless beauty of the Taj Mahal, Rajasthan's royal heritage and the extraordinary wildlife and mangrove forests of the Sundarbans.
The final cost of a customized tour varies depending on accommodation choices, travel period, number of travellers and individual preferences. While an exact quotation can be provided upon finalization of details, the following indicative price range will help you plan your holiday (based on a minimum of two persons sharing a double room together).
