Itinerary
- Day 1
Mumbai
You'll arrive in India and head to your hotel for mid-afternoon check-in. Use this time to settle in, freshen up, and rest before your sightseeing begins tomorrow. It's a good chance to adjust to the time zone and get oriented.
- Day 2
Mumbai
Start with a private guided tour through Mumbai's iconic landmarks. You'll stop at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and the Gateway of India for photos, then catch the tiffin box delivery system at Churchgate Station. After that, hop on a local train to Mahalaxmi Station and walk through a traditional Dhobi Ghat where clothes are still washed by hand. Next, visit Mani Bhavan, the former home of Mahatma Gandhi, to learn about his life and work.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Private guided sightseeing tour with photo stops at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Gateway of India
- Witness the tiffin lunch box delivery system at Churchgate Station and train ride to Mahalaxmi Station
- Visit traditional Dhobi Ghat (open-air laundromat)
- Visit Mani Bhavan, former residence of Mahatma Gandhi
Landmarks Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Gateway of India Dhobi Ghat Mani Bhavan - Day 3
Mumbai to Varanasi
You'll fly to Varanasi today, one of India's most sacred cities for Hindu pilgrims. Once you land, head to your hotel to check in and get comfortable. The evening is yours to rest or explore the area around your hotel at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 4
Varanasi
Wake up before dawn and board a boat on the Ganges River to see the spiritual morning rituals unfold. Hundreds of pilgrims gather at the water's edge doing yoga, meditating, taking ritual baths, and leaving flowers as offerings. You'll return to your hotel for breakfast and have free time during the day. In the evening, head back to the ghats to watch the Ganga Aarti ceremony, a spiritual worship ritual performed right at the river's edge.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Pre-dawn boat ride on the Ganges to observe Hindu devotional bathing rituals
- Watch pilgrims practicing yoga, meditating, ritual dips, and offering flowers
- Evening Ganga Aarti (spiritual worship) on the ghats
Landmarks Ganges River - Day 5
Varanasi to Delhi
Today you'll fly to Delhi, India's capital. After arriving, check into your hotel and settle in. The rest of your time is free to rest or get familiar with your surroundings.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 6
Delhi
Your private guide will drive you past Delhi's major monuments including the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, India Gate, and the Presidential Palace. Later, you'll take a rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk, a busy local bazaar with narrow alleyways and shops selling everything from silver jewelry and saris to spices and electronics. It's a great way to experience how locals shop and live in the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Private guided sightseeing tour of Red Fort, Jama Masjid, India Gate, and Presidential Palace
- Rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk bazaar
Landmarks Red Fort Jama Masjid India Gate Chandni Chowk - Day 7
Delhi to Agra
Start at Qutub Minar, the tallest brick minaret built in the early 13th century, then continue to Humayun's Tomb and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Delhi's largest Sikh place of worship. After lunch, you'll drive to Agra, a city known for its historical buildings from the Moghul era. You'll arrive and settle into your hotel this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Private guided tour of Qutub Minar (world's tallest brick minaret)
- Visit Humayun's Tomb
- Visit Gurudwara Bangla Sahib (Delhi's largest and most prominent Sikh gurudwara)
- Private transfer to Agra
Landmarks Qutub Minar Humayun's Tomb Gurudwara Bangla Sahib 
- Day 8
Agra
Meet your local guide before sunrise to visit the Taj Mahal, the white marble monument built by Emperor Shah Jahan as a memorial to his wife. Seeing it in early morning light is special. In the afternoon, take a private tour of Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by Emperor Akbar. This red sandstone fortress contains the imperial city of the Moghul rulers and showcases various palaces within its walls.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sunrise visit to Taj Mahal with local guide
- Private guided tour of Agra Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion to Itmad-ud-Daula, the city's beautiful 'Baby Taj'
Landmarks Taj Mahal Agra Fort Itmad-ud-Daula - Day 9
Agra to Jaipur
You'll drive to Jaipur, known as the 'Pink City' because of the color of its buildings. After lunch, visit Jantar Mantar and check out the City Palace Museum, which has paintings, carpets, weapons, and historical costumes. Then head to Ladli, a training program for orphaned and destitute children. You'll learn about the program, meet the children, and help them practice their English.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Private transfer to Jaipur
- Visit Jantar Mantar
- Explore City Palace Museum with collections of paintings, carpets, weapons, and costumes
- Visit Ladli training program for orphaned and destitute children; interact with children and help practice English skills
Landmarks Jantar Mantar City Palace Museum 
- Day 10
Jaipur
Today you'll visit Amber Fort, a fortress-palace made from white marble and red sandstone. The structure features intricate mosaics, carved details, paintings, and mirror work throughout. It's one of Rajasthan's most recognizable forts and gives you a real sense of how Moghul rulers lived.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Amber Fort, known as the 'Sleeping Beauty of Rajasthan'
Optional Activities
- Optional guided walking tour through old Jaipur
Landmarks Amber Fort - Day 11
Jaipur to Delhi
You'll drive back to Delhi and check into your hotel for the last time. The evening is free to relax, grab dinner at a local restaurant, or do any last-minute shopping or exploring before your flight home tomorrow.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Private transfer to Delhi
- Day 12
Delhi
Have breakfast at your hotel this morning, then head to the airport for your flight home. Your India adventure wraps up today as you depart for the airport.
- Meals
- Breakfast
