This tour features 3 of India’s most enchanting destinations: Delhi, Agra (the Taj Mahal), and Jaipur. Enjoy comprehensive private sightseeing by day and lavish accommodation by night.
Begin in Delhi with touring that includes Old Delhi’s bazaars, the Red Fort, Humayun’s Tomb, the Lodi Gardens, upscale shopping districts, and the excellent Crafts Museum.
View the Taj Mahal from your own room balcony at the Oberoi Amarvilas
Next, visit Agra and take a sunset carriage ride to the Taj Mahal, the world’s greatest monument to love. Also visit Agra Fort and local markets. Stay in the lavish Oberoi Amarvilas in a room with an uninterrupted view of the Taj.
Bedroom in Oberoi Rajvilas
Continue to Jaipur, Rajasthan’s great “Pink City”, visiting local villages and the centuries-old ruins at Fatehpur Sikri en route. See the rich architectural legacy of Jaipur’s merchants and maharajas (Hindu princes) hill forts, palaces, gardens, temples and havelis (courtyard mansions) surrounded by stark desert. Ride an elephant to Amber Fort. Tour the Sheesh Mahal, the ancient observatory, the Palace of the Winds, and Jaipur’s City Palace. Marvel at the luminous saris of indigenous tribal women and the bright turbans of Rajasthani men. Explore medieval backstreets and browse bazaars selling textiles, leatherwork, woodblock prints, perfume, jewelry and Jaipur’s traditional blue pottery.
When not touring, relax in your elegant Oberoi hotel that reflects the romance and grandeur of Rajasthan.
Itinerary
Day 01 / Singapore – Delhi
Fly from Singapore to Delhi and transfer to the Oberoi in New Delhi on arrival.
Day 02 / Delhi sightseeing
A historic sight-seeing tour of the city, including the Humayun’s Tomb, Qutab Minar and India Gate.
Day 03 / Delhi – Agra
Leave for Agra by road (approximately 4 hours’ drive) or by rail (Shatabdi Express, approx. 2 hours). On arrival in Agra, check in at The Oberoi Amarvilas.
Leisure time, with an option to visit the Taj Mahal at sunset.
Day 04 / Agra sightseeing
A yoga session at the resort followed by a sight-seeing tour of the city, visiting the Taj Mahal and the Red Fort. Leisure time in the afternoon.
Day 05 / Agra – Jaipur
Leave for Jaipur by road, visiting Fatehpur Sikri en route (approximately 6 hours’ drive). On arrival in Jaipur, check in at The Oberoi Rajvilas.
Afternoon: Leisure time.
Day 06 / Jaipur sightseeing
A yoga session at the resort followed by a visit to the Amber Fort. An elephant ride takes you up to the Fort. Visit to the City Palace and the fascinating Observatory built by Raja Jai Singh in 1728.
Afternoon: Leisure time.
Day 07 / Jaipur sightseeing
Full day at leisure in Jaipur to explore the city on your own and indulge in shopping for gemstones, silver jewellery and hand printed textiles that Jaipur is renowned for.
Day 08 / Jaipur – Delhi
Leave for Delhi by road (approximately 6 hours’ drive).
On arrival in Delhi, check in at The Oberoi in New Delhi.
Afternoon: Leisure time.
Day 09 / Depart Delhi
Transfer to the airport in time to board the flight for Singapore.
Tour Validity
- Apr 16 – Sep 30, 2009
Tour Cost (based on 02 persons sharing room)
No flights Land Cost ex-Delhi only
- S$ TBA per person
Flying on Jet Airlines, ex- Singapore
- S$ TBA per person
Flying on Singapore Airlines, ex-Singapore
- S$ TBA per person
Tour Validity
- Apr 16 – Sep 30, 2009
Tour Cost Includes
- Return transfers from the nearest airport or railway station
- Accommodation in a Premier Room
- Daily breakfast
- Private sightseeing with English-speaking guide in Delhi, Agra & Jaipur
- All transfers & transportation while on tour
- Complimentary yoga sessions and cookery classes at select resorts
- 25% discount on spa treatments
- All current applicable taxes, levied as of Feb 01, 2009
Tour Cost Excludes
- All airfare & airport taxes
- Other meals
- Personal expenditure like drinks/beverages, laundry, phone bills, spa treatments, etc.
- Tips & gratuities for guides/drivers
Tour Validity
- Apr 16 – Sep 30, 2009