Late morning, a ‘Tuk-Tuk’ ride to Humayun’s Tomb (UNESCO World Heritage site) followed by visit to a Sikh (a religion born in India) Gurudwara (temple). 

Later, a metro ride to the Old part of city. A walking tour of Old Delhi, ride cycle rickshaw through the colourful alleys and visit Jama Masjid. 

Welcome cocktail with an Indian lady sharing her experiences on a range of topics (e.g. Indian society and place of women in modern Indian society).

Stay overnight in Delhi at The LaLit (Deluxe room)

Early morning, Yoga in Lodhi gardens. 

Return to the hotel for breakfast.

Rest of the day  for shopping - visit the various markets in Delhi from the high-end shopping experience to the colourful alleys selling a range of articles.

Late afternoon, join an Indian culinary expert and experience the thrill of visiting and making purchase of vegetable/ butchery items for preparing your own Indian dinner.

Overnight in Delhi at The LaLit (Deluxe rooms)

A ride on an Indian train travelling from Delhi to Agra (2hr travel). 

Visit the incredibly magnificent Taj Mahal. 

Early lunch on a rooftop restaurant with a view of the Taj and later travel to a timeless village of Peharsar (approx. 2hr drive)

Overnight in Bharatpur at Chandra Mahal Haveli (Heritage room)

A bullock cart ride through the village stopping to interact with the inhabitants. 

Afternoon, leave for Jaipur and check-in at the hotel (approx. 4hr drive).

Rest of the evening free to soak in the heritage and colours of this flamboyant city.

Overnight in Jaipur at Alsisar Haveli (Standard room)

Excursion to Amer Fort, a beautiful synthesis of Rajput and Mughal architecture.

Get your hands dirty in a ‘Blue pottery’ workshop conducted exclusively for you by Kumud and Meenakshi, the daughter duo carrying forward the legacy of late Sri Kripal Singh Shekhawat, also known as the "Father of Blue Pottery”. A lunch follows

Visit the City Palace and  the Observatory. A walk through the markets lead you to ‘Palace of Winds’. 

When in India, do what Indians do - learn the art of ‘Saree tying’ 

Overnight in Jaipur at Alsisar Haveli (Standard room)

Day free for shopping in the colourful local markets of Jaipur.

In time, assisted transfer to Jaipur airport to board flight to Varanasi (one stop).  

An afternoon flight to Varanasi, meeting on arrival in Varanasi and transfer to hotel

Overnight in Varanasi at Suryodaya Haveli (River view room)

Sunrise boat ride on the Ganges.

Late morning, a city tour of Varanasi visiting Banares Hindu University and its famous Museum – Bharat Kala Bhavan. 

Visit the Kashi Vishwanath temple

Late evening, ‘Ganges aarti’ on the ghats of river Gages

Overnight stay in Varanasi at Suryodaya Haveli (Riverview room)

Morning, excursion to Sarnath.

In time, assisted transfer to airport to board flight to Delhi.

On arrival in Delhi, room for wash & change at an airport transit hotel (located inside the Delhi airport). 

Board onward flight back home