As the name suggests, this 12-day itinerary leads to India’s most colorful cities. It offers a chance to explore the best of culture, spiritual temples, and historical monuments.
Day-by-Day Plan
Arrive Delhi
Arrive at Delhi International Airport. Private transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Delhi.
Delhi Sightseeing
Explore Old Delhi with a Cycle Rickshaw ride. Visit Jama Masjid, New Delhi monuments, and heritage sites.
Delhi – Jaipur (275kms / 6hrs)
Morning drive to the Pink City of Jaipur. Evening at leisure.
Jaipur Exploration
Enjoy an Elephant or Jeep ride at Amber Fort. Visit Hawa Mahal and the City Palace.
Jaipur – Ranthambhore
Drive to Ranthambhore. Enjoy your first Jeep Safari in the national park tracking the Bengal Tiger.
Ranthambhore – Agra (270kms / 7hrs)
Early morning Jeep Safari. Proceed to Agra via the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri.
Agra – Orchha
Sunrise tour to Taj Mahal. Visit Agra Fort. Take the Shatabdi Express to Jhansi, then drive to Orchha.
Orchha – Khajuraho (180kms / 4hrs)
Explore Orchha’s riverside cenotaphs and palaces. Drive to Khajuraho.
Khajuraho
Full day tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Khajuraho Temples, famous for intricate carvings.
Khajuraho – Varanasi (Flight)
Morning at leisure. Transfer to the airport for a short flight to the eternal city, Varanasi.
Varanasi
Sunrise Boat cruise on River Ganga. Afternoon excursion to Sarnath, where Buddha gave his first sermon.
Varanasi – Delhi (Flight)
Fly back to Delhi (70mins) to connect with your international flight home.
Hotel Portfolio
| City | Premier I | Premier II | Luxury | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | Oberoi Delhi | Taj Mahal Hotel | The Lalit | Surya Hotel |
| Jaipur | Oberoi Rajvilas | Taj Rambagh Palace | Trident | Shahpura House |
| Agra | Oberoi Amarvilas | ITC Mughal | Trident | Grande Mercure |
| Orchha | Orchha Resort | Orchha Resort | Amar Mahal | Amar Mahal |
| Khajuraho | The Lalit Temple View | The Lalit Temple View | Radisson | Ramada |
| Varanasi | Brij Rama Palace | Brij Rama Palace | Radisson | Hindustan International |
Tour Investment
| Season | Premier I | Premier II | Luxury | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter (Oct – Mar) | $8,485 | $6,560 | $3,392 | $2,877 |
| Summer (Apr – Sep) | $5,627 | $4,773 | $2,820 | $2,373 |