Enchanting North India

Day by day

The itinerary

1. Day 1 · Delhi

   Arrive in Delhi

   Welcome to India. After arriving in Delhi and completing immigration and customs formalities, meet your local representative in the arrivals area. Receive a traditional garland welcome before transferring to your hotel. Check in and enjoy the remainder of the evening at leisure.

   Where you'll stay

   Ibis New Delhi Aerocity

   Ibis New Delhi Aerocity or similar

2. Day 2 · Udaipur

   Delhi to Udaipur

   After breakfast, transfer to Delhi Airport for your flight to Udaipur. Upon arrival, meet the local representative and continue to your hotel. Set beside Lake Pichola and surrounded by green hills, Udaipur is celebrated for its marble palaces, romantic views and distinguished Mewar heritage. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

   Where you'll stay

   Trident Udaipur

   Trident Udaipur or similar

   Breakfast

3. Day 3 · Udaipur

   Temples, Palaces and Lake Pichola

   After breakfast, depart with your guide for an excursion to Eklingji and Nagda.

   Visit the historic Eklingji Temple complex, an important place of worship dedicated to Lord Shiva. Continue to Nagda to see the intricately carved Sas-Bahu Temples and the ancient temple complex beside the lake.

   Return to Udaipur for sightseeing including Saheliyon Ki Bari, a drive around Fateh Sagar Lake, the magnificent City Palace, Jagdish Temple and Gulab Bagh.

   Later, enjoy a private boat ride on Lake Pichola and visit Jag Mandir Palace, an elegant island palace known for its marble architecture, gardens and peaceful lake setting.

   Where you'll stay

   Trident Udaipur

   Trident Udaipur or similar

   Breakfast

4. Day 4 · Udaipur

   Udaipur at Leisure

   Enjoy breakfast at the hotel followed by a full day at leisure.

   Spend the day relaxing at the hotel, exploring Udaipur independently, browsing local boutiques or revisiting the city’s atmospheric lakeside neighbourhoods at your own pace. No scheduled touring services are included today.

   Where you'll stay

   Trident Udaipur

   Trident Udaipur or similar

   Breakfast

5. Day 5 · Pali

   Udaipur to Pali via Ranakpur

   After breakfast, check out and travel through the Rajasthan countryside toward Pali.

   En route, visit the celebrated Ranakpur Jain Temple complex. Constructed during the 15th century, the temples are admired for their extraordinary marble architecture, intricately carved pillars and peaceful spiritual atmosphere.

   Continue to Brij Lakshman Sagar, a restored 19th-century hunting lodge set across a serene rural estate. The property features independent cottages, private plunge pools, a historic water reservoir and expansive natural surroundings.

   Enjoy dinner and an evening immersed in the tranquillity of rural Rajasthan.

   Where you'll stay

   Brij Lakshman Sagar

   Brij Lakshman Sagar or similar

   Breakfast, Dinner

6. Day 6 · Pali

   Rural Rajasthan Experience

   After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure within the peaceful surroundings of Brij Lakshman Sagar.

   A selection of complimentary property experiences may be available, including pottery, canoeing, nature walks, birdwatching, spice mixing, tree planting, stargazing, sundowner experiences, evening bonfires and dining beside the lake.

   Activities are subject to local scheduling and operating conditions.

   Where you'll stay

   Brij Lakshman Sagar

   Brij Lakshman Sagar or similar

   Breakfast, Dinner

7. Day 7 · Jodhpur

   Pali to Jodhpur

   After breakfast, depart by road for Jodhpur, Rajasthan’s celebrated Blue City.

   Jodhpur is dominated by the imposing Mehrangarh Fort, which rises dramatically above the city’s sandstone buildings and historic walls. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and take time to settle in.

   During the evening, enjoy a short walk through Jodhpur’s lively bazaar near the Clock Tower. Explore Sardar Market, known for textiles, leather footwear, spices, handicrafts and traditional Rajasthani goods.

   Where you'll stay

   Umaid Bhawan Palace

   Umaid Bhawan Palace or similar

   Breakfast

8. Day 8 · Jodhpur

   Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada

   After breakfast, meet your guide and depart for a half-day sightseeing tour of Jodhpur.

   Visit the formidable Mehrangarh Fort, one of Rajasthan’s most impressive fortified palace complexes. Explore its royal apartments, courtyards, historic weaponry and collections reflecting the wealth and artistry of the Marwar rulers.

   Continue to Jaswant Thada, an elegant white marble memorial constructed in the late 19th century. The remainder of the day is free for independent exploration or relaxation.

   Where you'll stay

   Umaid Bhawan Palace

   Umaid Bhawan Palace or similar

   Breakfast

9. Day 9 · Jaipur

   Jodhpur to Jaipur via Pushkar

   After an early breakfast, travel by road toward Jaipur with a stop in the sacred town of Pushkar.

   Visit Pushkar Lake, one of India’s important pilgrimage sites, and see the Brahma Temple, a rare temple dedicated to Lord Brahma. The town is also known for its narrow lanes, colourful markets and long-standing religious traditions.

   Continue to Jaipur, Rajasthan’s rose-pink capital. Surrounded by rugged hills, forts and historic walls, Jaipur is renowned for its palaces, observatory, artisan traditions and vibrant bazaars. Check in upon arrival and enjoy the evening at leisure.

   Where you'll stay

   Indana Palace Jaipur

   Indana Palace Jaipur or similar

   Breakfast

10. Day 10 · Jaipur

    Royal Jaipur

    After breakfast, depart with your guide for a full-day exploration of Jaipur.

    Begin at Amber Fort, the former stronghold of the Rajput rulers. Ascend to the hilltop complex by jeep or other locally arranged transport and explore its courtyards, royal halls, battlements and views across Maota Lake.

    Continue into Jaipur to see the Hawa Mahal, the Palace of Winds, with its distinctive honeycombed façade. Visit the City Palace and Museum, an impressive blend of Rajasthani and Mughal design, followed by Jantar Mantar, the historic astronomical observatory.

    You will also have an opportunity to visit a local arts and crafts workshop and observe traditional gem cutting, polishing, textile printing or other regional craftsmanship.

    Where you'll stay

    Indana Palace Jaipur

    Indana Palace Jaipur or similar

    Breakfast

11. Day 11 · Bharatpur

    Jaipur to Bharatpur via Abhaneri

    After breakfast, check out and travel toward Bharatpur.

    En route, visit Chand Baori at Abhaneri with a local guide. Dating from approximately the eighth or ninth century, this monumental stepwell descends through a remarkable geometric arrangement of stone steps and represents both practical engineering and architectural artistry.

    Continue to Bharatpur and check in at the hotel. The remainder of the evening is free to relax.

    Where you'll stay

    Laxmi Vilas Palace

    Laxmi Vilas Palace or similar

    Breakfast

12. Day 12 · Agra

    Bharatpur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri

    Early this morning, visit Keoladeo National Park, one of India’s most important bird sanctuaries and a renowned habitat for resident and migratory species. Explore the park by three-wheel cycle rickshaw before returning to the hotel for breakfast.

    After check-out, travel toward Agra with a visit to Fatehpur Sikri. Built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar, this historic imperial city contains palaces, courtyards, ceremonial buildings and religious monuments reflecting the grandeur of the Mughal period.

    Continue to Agra and check in at the hotel.

    During the evening, visit the Taj Mahal at sunset. Built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of Mumtaz Mahal, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the world’s most celebrated architectural masterpieces.

    Where you'll stay

    Trident Agra

    Trident Agra or similar

    Breakfast

13. Day 13 · Agra

    Agra Fort and the Baby Taj

    After breakfast, depart for a guided visit to Agra Fort.

    This imposing Mughal fortress contains royal residences, audience halls, gardens and courtyards constructed and expanded by successive emperors. Explore notable areas such as Jahangir’s Palace, the Diwan-i-Aam, Diwan-i-Khas and Musamman Burj.

    Continue to Itmad-ud-Daula, often called the Baby Taj. Built by Empress Nur Jahan for her father, this elegant marble mausoleum is known for its delicate inlay work, carved screens and peaceful garden setting beside the Yamuna River.

    The remainder of the day is free for independent activities.

    Where you'll stay

    Trident Agra

    Trident Agra or similar

    Breakfast

14. Day 14 · Delhi

    Agra to Delhi

    After breakfast, check out and travel by road to Delhi.

    India’s capital brings together centuries of history, from the Mughal monuments and busy lanes of Old Delhi to the broad avenues and monumental government buildings of New Delhi.

    Upon arrival, check in at the hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

    Where you'll stay

    The Oberoi New Delhi

    The Oberoi New Delhi or similar

    Breakfast

15. Day 15 · Delhi

    Old and New Delhi

    After breakfast, depart for a guided exploration of Old and New Delhi.

    In Old Delhi, visit Jama Masjid, one of India’s largest historic mosques. Continue with a cycle rickshaw ride through the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk, drive past the Red Fort and visit Raj Ghat, the memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi.

    During the afternoon, visit Humayun’s Tomb, an outstanding early example of Mughal architecture. Drive past India Gate, the President’s House, Parliament House and the government secretariat buildings.

    Conclude at Qutub Minar, the soaring 12th-century victory tower and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Return to the hotel after sightseeing.

    Where you'll stay

    The Oberoi New Delhi

    The Oberoi New Delhi or similar

    Breakfast

16. Day 16 · Varanasi

    Delhi to Varanasi and Evening Aarti

    After an early breakfast, transfer to Delhi Airport for your flight to Varanasi.

    Upon arrival, meet the local representative and continue to the hotel. Varanasi is one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities and one of Hinduism’s most sacred destinations. Its temples, palaces and ghats rise along the banks of the Ganges, creating one of India’s most powerful cultural landscapes.

    During the evening, travel by rickshaw through the local market and narrow lanes toward the river. Witness the Ganga Aarti, a sacred ceremony of light performed by temple priests along the banks of the Ganges.

    Where you'll stay

    BrijRama Palace Varanasi

    BrijRama Palace Varanasi or similar

    Breakfast

17. Day 17 · Varanasi

    Sunrise on the Ganges and Sarnath

    Rise early for a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges. Observe life along the ghats as worshippers perform morning rituals and the city awakens beside the river.

    Continue with a walk through Varanasi’s historic lanes and see the Kashi Vishwanath Temple area from the permitted public sections. Return to the hotel for breakfast.

    Later, explore Varanasi with your guide. Visit Banaras Hindu University, the Vishwanath Temple within the university grounds, Durga Temple and Bharat Mata Temple.

    During the afternoon, travel to Sarnath, where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon. Visit the ancient Buddhist site and the Sarnath Museum, subject to its weekly closing schedule.

    Where you'll stay

    BrijRama Palace Varanasi

    BrijRama Palace Varanasi or similar

    Breakfast

18. Day 18 · Delhi

    Varanasi to Delhi

    After breakfast, enjoy time at leisure before checking out and transferring to Varanasi Airport.

    Fly to Delhi, where a local representative will meet you upon arrival and provide a private transfer to the hotel.

    Check in and enjoy the remainder of the evening at leisure.

    Where you'll stay

    The Oberoi New Delhi

    The Oberoi New Delhi or similar

    Breakfast

19. Day 19 · Delhi

    Delhi at Leisure and Departure Transfer

    After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure for independent exploration, shopping or relaxation.

    An optional visit to the Lotus Temple and Akshardham Temple may be arranged, subject to availability and local operating schedules.

    Later in the evening, meet your driver and transfer to Delhi International Airport for your onward flight.
    Leave India with lasting memories of royal palaces, desert cities, sacred rivers, Mughal monuments, colourful markets and the warmth of its people.

    Breakfast