Taj and Raj - 12 Days

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Explore Delhi, the Pink City of Jaipur and the legendary Taj Mahal in Agra and discover the lofty peaks and breathtaking views of Shimla, India's largest hill station and the former summer capital of British India. Ride the narrow gauge railway aboard the Himalayan Queen Toy Train.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Agra – Discover the legendary Taj Mahal on a guided tour and marvel at this extraordinary monument dedicated to love
    • Shimla – Stroll down the Mall and explore the Viceregal Lodge in this quintessentially British city at the foot of the Himalayas
    • Himalayan Queen Toy Train – Ride the famous journey through picturesque countryside, over bridges and through narrow tunnels to Dharampur
    • Delhi – Explore the highlights of India’s capital including Jama Masjid and the ceremonial Rajpath
    • Karauli or Dholpur – Spend the night at the Maharaja’s Palace Bhanwar Vilas in Karauli or the Raj Niwas Palace in Dholpur
    • Jaipur – Visit the highlights of the Pink City on our tour including the beautiful City Palace and Jantar Mantar space observatory
    • Amber Fort – Take a jeep to this striking 16th century fortress and enjoy the pretty lakeside views

What's this trip about?

    Explore Delhi, the Pink City of Jaipur and the legendary Taj Mahal in Agra and discover the lofty peaks and breathtaking views of Shimla, India's largest hill station and the former summer capital of British India. Ride the narrow gauge railway aboard the Himalayan Queen Toy Train.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityDelhi
End CityDelhi

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus
  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

Attractions

  • Agra
  • Delhi
  • Jaipur

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 24

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

Trip includes

    • Breakfast daily and 1 dinner
    • 11 nights 3-4 star and heritage hotels
    • Guided sightseeing - Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Karauli or Dholpur, Shimla and Chandigarh
    • Narrow gauge Himalayan Queen Toy Train journey from Kalka to Dharampur
    • Travel by jeep to beautiful Amber Fort in Jaipur
    • Entrance fees to museums in Shimla
    • 2 train journeys: Delhi to Kalka and Chandigarh to Delhi (air-conditioned chair class)
    • Escorted by an English-speaking Indian tour guide (for groups of 4 or more)
    • Services of English-speaking Indian specialist guides at some sites
    • Airport arrival transfer on day 1 (For departures in 2024 a departure airport transfer is provided on day 12)
    • All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Delhi

Saturday. Welcome to Delhi! On arrival in Delhi you are met at the airport and transferred to our hotel. The rest of today is free to explore India’s capital at leisure before meeting the group and guide at the hotel at 18:00 for a Welcome meeting. For those able ...

Day : 2 Delhi

Delhi - Agra. This morning we enjoy a packed day of sightseeing in Old and New Delhi. Check out the UNESCO-listed Humayun’s Tomb and Jama Masjid - India’s oldest and largest mosque. Visit the iconic Sikh temple Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and its community kitchen feeding ...

Day : 3 Agra

This morning, we'll visit the legendary Taj Mahal, India's most renowned monument. Constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century as a tribute to his beloved wife, this iconic white marble mausoleum is an unparalleled symbol of love and devotion, standing as on...

Day : 4 Karauli

Agra - Karauli/Dholpur. This morning we journey to either Karauli or Dholpur stopping for lunch en route. In Karauli, we will stay in the beautiful Palace Bhanwar Vilas. An eclectic melding of both Oriental and Art Deco architecture, the heritage-listed hotel was ...

Day : 5 Jaipur

Karauli/Dholpur - Jaipur. This morning we hit the road towards the vibrant UNESCO listed Pink City of Jaipur. On arrival, we will spend the afternoon on a tour of the illustrious City Palace and the UNESCO-listed Jantar Mantar Space Observatory, which features 19 separate astrological instruments.

Day : 6 Jaipur

Jaipur. Enjoy an unforgettable experience early this morning with an optional balloon ride over Jaipur. Sail with the wind over the surrounding region and pass above hill-top forts and regal palaces. Later, enjoy a jeep ride to Amber Fort for a guided tour and visit a...

Day : 7 Delhi

Jaipur - Delhi. This morning we drive back to Delhi where you’re free to explore the city as you please. Perhaps visit the striking Akshardham, which is the largest Hindu temple in the world.

Day : 8 Shimla

Delhi - Kalka - Dharampur - Shimla. Rise early this morning as we board the Shatabdi Express train to Kalka. You then transfer independently to the Himalayan Queen Toy Train for a unique experience to Dharampur. The 33km journey sees us travel along narrow twists and ...

Day : 9-10 Shimla

We spend the next 2 days in Shimla. Today we explore the city of Shimla, located 2,100m above sea level at the foot of the mighty Himalayas. Explore the famous main street - The Mall, which is lined with stately English homes and has a distinctly British feel. We also...

Day : 11 Delhi

Shimla - Chandigarh - Delhi. Say goodbye to Shimla as we travel to the modern city of Chandigarh for a guided tour. See highlights of the city including the famous Rock Garden. A completely unique and innovative creation, the Rock Garden is a collection of over 2,000 ...

Day : 12 Delhi

Wednesday. Our Indian adventure comes to an end today. A departure transfer is included today for departures in 2024. If you are travelling in 2025 this can be booked for an additional supplement if required.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,695
Price per day$141
Last Updated: 12/18/2024
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Finish Date
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Availability
22 Mar 2025
02 Apr 2025
$2,265
29 Mar 2025
09 Apr 2025
$2,265
05 Apr 2025
16 Apr 2025
$2,265
12 Apr 2025
23 Apr 2025
$2,265
19 Apr 2025
30 Apr 2025
$2,265
26 Apr 2025
07 May 2025
$2,265
03 May 2025
14 May 2025
$2,265
10 May 2025
21 May 2025
$2,265
24 May 2025
04 Jun 2025
$2,265
05 Jul 2025
16 Jul 2025
$2,155

All departure dates are guaranteed to operate when there are 2 persons booked on the tour. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights and visa
    • Tip for your tour guide. We recommend you allow USD$4-7 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture
    • Entrance Fees: USD$75-85pp, paid in local currency

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3 - 4 star & heritage hotels
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No age restrictions
15 + if accompanied by an adult.
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