Small-Group Discovery Tour
10 Days • fr. $3,090
Discover India on this incredible tour that includes the country’s most popular sights. Visit Delhi, Agra and Jaipur and explore Old Delhi, the incredible Taj Mahal, and Jaipur’s Red Fort. A visit to Ranthambore National Park is a highlight of the trip where you will experience three safaris to view native wildlife, including the elusive leopard and Bengal tiger.
The 10 day Icons of India: The Taj, Tigers and Beyond tour from Globus Tours is a small group tour. This leads to a more intimate travel tour experience and more accessibility to the guides and experts who are along for the ride. These stunning locations light up the night and come to life during the day and, with such a wide variety of destinations, there's something for everyone on the 10 day Icons of India: The Taj, Tigers and Beyond tour.
Delhi, India
Welcome to India’s capital city! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in.
LE MERIDIEN NEW DELHI
Delhi, India
Today’s sightseeing starts with an orientation to see the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, India Gate, and the Presidential Palace. Afterward, take a rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk, a captivating local bazaar. Here, ancient alleyways are lined with quaint shops selling all sorts of goods and souvenirs—from silver and saris to spices and electronics.
After lunch in a local restaurant, enjoy a bit of leisure time.
Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a lavish welcome dinner that includes a cooking demonstration and talk on Indian cuisine with a local chef.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
LE MERIDIEN NEW DELHI
Delhi, India
This morning, visit Qutub Minar, the world’s tallest brick minaret, dating back to the 11th century. Next, visit Humayun's Tomb and Gurudwara Bagla Sahib, Delhi’s largest and most prominent Sikh gurudwara (house of worship).
Agra, India
After lunch, drive to Agra and settle in for the evening.
Breakfast, Lunch
TRIDENT, AGRA
Agra, India
Start your day with a sunrise visit to the incomparable Taj Mahal, an extravagant marble monument to love. Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan built it as a memorial to his beloved wife, who died during childbirth.
Later, travel by Tonga (horse-drawn carriage) to Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by the Moghul Emperor Akbar. This impressive fortress of red sandstone conceals the imperial city of the Moghul rulers and its many palaces.
Breakfast
TRIDENT, AGRA
Fatehpur Sikri, India
Today, stop at Fatehpur Sikri (the City of Victory), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built by Emperor Akbar in the 16th century it was the capital of the Mughal Empire for only some 10 years before it was completely abandoned due to the lack of adequate water.
Ranthambore National Park, India
After lunch in Bharatpur, board a train bound for Ranthambore National Park, one of the best places in India to spot the elusive Bengal tiger!
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DEV VILAS
Ranthambore, India
Today, explore the park on morning & afternoon game drives in an open-air safari vehicle. In addition to Bengal tigers, the park is home to leopard, sambar deer, sloth bears, marsh crocodiles, striped hyena, and more. Between game drives, enjoy free time to relax.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DEV VILAS
Ranthanbore, India
Rise early this morning for one last game drive in this magical land.
Jaipur, India
Then, travel to Jaipur. In 1876, the city was painted pink to welcome the Prince of Wales, and it has been known as the “Pink City” ever since.
Tonight, enjoy a home hosted dinner with an Indian noble family, followed by a sari and turban tying demonstration.
Breakfast, Dinner
TRIDENT, JAIPUR
Jaipur, India
Today, visit the amazing Amber Fort, built entirely of white marble and red sandstone. Tour the interior with its intricate mosaics, carvings, paintings, and mirror works. This afternoon, visit the City Palace and the adjoining museum, which houses a collection of rare manuscripts. Also, stop at Jantar Mantar and the famous Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds). Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a festive farewell dinner to celebrate your journey through India.
Breakfast, Dinner
TRIDENT, JAIPUR
New Delhi, India
Fly back to Delhi this morning and prepare for your journey home.
Breakfast
HOLIDAY INN NEW DELHI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
New Delhi, India
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.
NOTE: Some flights depart Delhi very early in the morning. In these cases, breakfast is not included on Day 10, and you will have to depart for the airport late in the evening on Day 9 or just after Midnight on Day 10.
Breakfast
All rates listed are per person based on double occupancy and are subject to change without notice. Your land package pricing will be confirmed and guaranteed once your deposit is received and applied to the booking, except where price increases may result from increases in government taxes or fees. Room configurations are subject to availability. Guests added to your party after the booking are priced at the prevailing rate at the time they are added.
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