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Imperial Rajasthan

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Luxuriate in Rajasthan as your dedicated Travel Concierge charts an adventure across Delhi, Jaipur and Agra. Explore India’s capital your way with the choice to tour the UNESCO world Heritage Site at Qutub Minar or treat your taste buds to the Delhi Street Food Tour, joining a well-known local chef for a sojourn through the famous street snacks of the old city. In Jaipur, the VIP Indian High Tea experience unlocks the private living room of the Maharaja with an indulgent menu served alongside the crystal table of artisan - René Lalique. At sunrise, see the iconic Taj Mahal emerge from the dusk before journeying to Udaipur, known as the City of Lakes.

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Starts:
New Delhi, India
Ends:
Mumbai, India
Duration:
20 days, 19 nights
From:
Sep 2026 - Mar 2027
Destination:
India

Itinerary:

Delhi, a Rich Melting Pot of Old and New

Your India luxury tour commences with a traditional welcome before you are transferred to your luxury Delhi hotel.

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: The Claridges New Delhi

Delhi Sightseeing

Admire Delhi’s highlights of Red Fort and Jama Masjid before teaming up with a chef for a foodie tour in Old Delhi or visiting the 12th-century Qutub Minar. Feel the energy of lively Chandni Chowk on a rickshaw ride and visit a Sikh temple and its community kitchen, passing President Palace, India gate and Parliament House.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: The Imperial, New Delhi.

Agra and the views of the Taj Mahal

Take in Agra’s historical fort and Musamman Burj. Step out on a Mughal heritage walk or visit a private colonial bungalow for high tea with a family.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation: ITC Mughal, Agra.

Sunrise at the Taj and Jaipur, the Pink City

Bask in the majesty of the Taj Mahal at sunrise before journeying to Jaipur, the Pink City.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: ITC Rajputana, Jaipur

Jaipur Sightseeing

Ascend the Amber Fort for a blessing ceremony. Admire the Palace of the Winds and the royal observatory. Luxuriate in a VIP Indian high tea at City Palace. Visit the fresh flower and spice market or join a prayer ceremony at the Birla Mandir temple.

Meals: Breakfast, Afternoon Tea

Accommodation: ITC Rajputana, Jaipur

Exploring Khimsar

Journey to Khimsar for a guided walk in a remote village or enjoy time at leisure. Relax an oasis-style desert retreat.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: WelcomHotel, Khimsar.

The Sun City, Jaisalmer

Travel through the Great Thar Desert to the Golden City of Jaisalmer. Ease into quiet desert life at your hotel where an inviting spa and pool await.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Fort Rajwada

Jaisalmer Sightseeing

View Gadisar Lake and the imposing Fort. Go local at the lively market and enjoy a serenade by a local folk singer as you dine amidst sunset-bathed dunes.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation: Fort Rajwada

The Blue City of Jodhpur

Trace the ancient Silk Routes to the Blue City of Jodhpur. Explore the hidden lanes of the market by tuk-tuk.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: WelcomHotel, Jodhpur.

Explore Mehrangarh Fort

Get to know the residents of a local village over a leisurely lunch before visiting Jodhpur's Mehrangarh Fort. Explore the sprawling, sandstone Citadel of the Sun. This evening, dine at a restaurant displaying classic cars within its Victorian grandeur.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: WelcomHotel, Jodhpur.

Udaipur, Venice of the East

Take in Ranakpur’s intricately carved marble Jain temples before arriving in Udaipur, the City of Lakes.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: The Leela Palace, Udaipur.

Udaipur Sightseeing

Discover the jewels of Udaipur, explore the colorful bazaar in the old city and meet local artisans. This evening, cruise the serene waters of Lake Pichola before raising a toast to your journey with dinner overlooking the beautiful outer courtyard.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation: The Leela Palace, Udaipur.

Fly to Kochi via Mumbai

Upon arrival for your India luxury tour in this port city of tiny islands and peninsulas along the Arabian Sea, check into your waterfront hotel on Bolgatty Island. Relax with a cocktail by the outdoor pool or at the poolside Thai Soul restaurant, tempting you with cuisine inspired by the vibrant streets of Bangkok.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation: Crowne Plaza

Kochi Sightseeing, Cooking School and Kathakali

In Kochi, view the oldest Jewish synagogue in the commonwealth and marvel at the Hindu mythology and legends in the murals of the Portuguese Mattancherry Palace. Lunchtime brings a colorful feast of traditional Kerala home cooking. The day ends with a performance of traditional Kathakali dance.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Crowne Plaza

Kumarakom and the Alleppey Backwaters

Take a private waterwheel houseboat cruise across the tranquil waters of Alleppey past picturesque villages, green paddy fields and a coconut plantation. Linger over a gourmet lunch before the day ends at Coconut Lagoon, your lakeside retreat built from preserved mansions of the nobility’s family homes.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Coconut Lagoon - CGH Earth Resort

Kumarakom and Vaikom Village

View the area’s vibrant migratory birds on a tour at Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Discover one of the oldest townships in Kerala cruising down the canals of Vaikom village. Meet the residents and try your skills at weaving from pineapple leaves or coconut husks before lunch at a local’s home.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Coconut Lagoon - CGH Earth Resort

Relaxing Kumarakom

Personalize your day in tranquil Kumarakom. Harmonise your mind and body in a rejuvenating body or foot massage. The day ends with a delicious dinner of fresh, local seafood.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation: Coconut Lagoon - CGH Earth Resort

Magical Mumbai

Journey north to Kochi for your flight to vibrant Mumbai. Settle into your deluxe hotel offering enticing views of the ocean and 'Queen’s Necklace' lights along the shoreline.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: The Oberoi, Mumbai.

Mumbai Sightseeing

Uncover the alluring sites of Mumbai and learn the intricate details of the magnificent, 130-year-old Dabbawalla lunchbox delivery service. Cruise to Elephanta Island to visit the complex of cave temples before raising a glass to your journey over an elegant dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation: The Oberoi, Mumbai.

Depart Mumbai

Your luxurious journey comes to an end as you are escorted to Mumbai Airport for your onward flights.

Meals: Breakfast

Highlights:

- Choose between two carefully selected activities
- Delhi: Join a well-known chef for a culinary exploration of Delhi streets where you will tantalize your taste buds. Experience a wide variety of foods and learn the effect that mixing different flavors has on the palate as you sample Indian delicacies from local stallholders.
- Delhi: Visit the 12th-century Qutub Minar and see the tallest brick minaret in the world before enjoying lunch.
- Agra: Meet the community living in the shadow of the Taj Mahal on a Make Travel Matter experience when you take a Mughal Heritage Walk. Discover hidden gems of the area and learn about daily life in the ancient village with impressive vistas of India’s most famous monument. Through this initiative the community is supported from tourism to improve their living conditions. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities.
- Agra: Visit a private colonial bungalow for high tea, meet the host family and listen to their stories about the British Raj and today's Indian culture and society.
- Jaipur: Visit the colorful cavalcade of the fresh flower and spice market.
- Jaipur: Visit the white marble Birla Mandir, a Hindu temple and witness aarti, a traditional prayer ceremony.
- Kumarakom: Harmonise your mind and body by taking part in a yoga class.
- Kumarakom: Indulge in a rejuvenating 30-minute body massage.
- Kumarakom: Indulge in a rejuvenating 15-minute foot massage.
- Lake Pichola: Cruise the serene waters of Lake Pichola and relax as you take in the city views from the water.
- Udaipur: Explore the colorful bazaar in the old city.
- Backwater Ripples: Start the day early with a bird-watching tour at Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary where you will be given the chance to view some of the fantastic migratory birds which flock to the Himalayas and find home in the acres of woodland.
- Jaipur: Just moments from the heart of Jaipur, ITC Rajputana evokes the grandeur of a royal era. From its red-brick facade to intricate latticework, the architecture reflects the traditions of India’s desert palaces. A peaceful spa, serene courtyard pool and attentive service offer a refined counterpoint to the color and bustle beyond its walls.
- Udaipur: Built in the style of a grand Maharaja's palace, The Leela Palace evokes the mystique of a bygone age where refined service and regal majesty meet to present an unparalleled experience.
- Agra: Meet the community living in the shadow of the Taj Mahal on a Make Travel Matter experience when you take a Mughal Heritage Walk. Discover hidden gems of the area and learn about daily life in the ancient village with impressive vistas of India’s most famous monument. Through this initiative the community is supported from tourism to improve their living conditions. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities.
- Delhi: Join a well-known chef for a culinary exploration of Delhi streets where you will tantalize your taste buds. Experience a wide variety of foods and learn the effect that mixing different flavors has on the palate as you sample Indian delicacies from local stallholders.
- Delhi: Visit the 12th-century Qutub Minar and see the tallest brick minaret in the world before enjoying lunch.
- Agra: Visit a private colonial bungalow for high tea, meet the host family and listen to their stories about the British Raj and today's Indian culture and society.
- Jaipur: Visit the colorful cavalcade of the fresh flower and spice market.
- Jaipur: Visit the white marble Birla Mandir, a Hindu temple and witness aarti, a traditional prayer ceremony.
- Kumarakom: Harmonise your mind and body by taking part in a yoga class.
- Kumarakom: Indulge in a rejuvenating 30-minute body massage.
- Kumarakom: Indulge in a rejuvenating 15-minute foot massage.
- Delhi: View the monuments of Old and New Delhi when you drive out to Red Fort, the former home of the Mughal emperors. Cruise down the Rajpath to see India Gate and Parliament House.
- Delhi: Take a tour of Jama Masjid with your Travel Concierge. Feel the majesty of the largest mosque in India with its three great gates, 40-meter-high minarets, and a courtyard large enough for 25,000 devotees.
- Delhi: Jump into the hustle and bustle of Old Delhi by taking an exhilarating rickshaw ride through the busy streets of Chandni Chowk. Let the city’s sights and sounds swirl around you as you’re transported in traditional style.
- Delhi: Visit a Sikh temple and community kitchen, where meals are given out to locals and travelers. Those of the Sikh faith regularly open their place of worship to those in greater need.
- Agra: Visit the impressive fortress in Agra and delve into the history of the Mughal Dynasty, who ruled their empire for over 300 years. See the glorious mosques and fairytale palaces such as the Sheesh Mahal within its protected walls.
- Agra: Rise in the morning light to view one of the greatest monuments in the world, the grand Taj Mahal. With the light of dawn and fewer visitors, you can fully appreciate its grandeur in peace, accompanied by only the birds and monkeys.
- Jaipur: Ascend by jeep to stroll through the intricately designed complex of courtyards and halls of Amber Fort. Enjoy the shimmering walls and ceilings and wonderful views of the surrounding countryside and receive a special blessing at this 16th-century residence.
- Jaipur: Enter the towering gates to the City Palace Museum for a look back through time at chandeliers, cannons, chariots and incredible murals. Built between 1729 -1732, this glorious complex is still home to the Jaipur royal family and young king.
- Jaisalmer: Set off to explore the sights of Jaisalmer, in particular the serene Gardisar Lake, built by the founding Rajput ruler of the city over 600 years ago. Visit the historic fort, where a quarter of the city's population still resides.
- Jaisalmer: Wander through the local markets of the Golden City of Jaisalmer and uncover the heartbeat of life in the desert. Peruse the fine silks and intricate silver jewelry in the bazaars of this medieval trading city.
- Jodhpur: Zip through the ancient streets of Jodphur on an invigorating tuk-tuk ride and visit Sadar Market to browse the traditional craft and food stalls which sprawl through the narrow city lanes in the shadow of the famous clock tower.
- Jodhpur: Follow the winding road to Mehrangarh Fort, the imposing sandstone structure which dominates the skyline above Jodphur. The building, so colossal it was described by Rudyard Kipling as ‘the work of giants,’ houses one of the best-stocked museums of Rajasthan.
- Ranakpur: Explore the intricately carved Jain temples of Ranakpur. Built in the 15th century by Seth Dharna Sah, the vast structure comprises almost 1500 white marble pillars across its twenty-nine halls and is considered the most spectacular of its kind in India.
- Udaipur: Visit the architectural marvel of the City Palace complex that towers over the banks of Lake Pichola. This amazing blend of styles is a wonder to explore, with unique paintings and magnificent antiques, a testimony to the Rajput passion for art.
- Udaipur: Climb the stairs to visit the magnificent Jagdish Temple in the center of Udaipur Old Town and explore the many statues and carvings before stepping into the peaceful surroundings of the Garden of the Maids of Honor at the edge of town.
- Kochi: Discover the city of Kochi with an orientation tour which takes in Paradesi Synagogue, the largest in the Commonwealth, before visiting the 16th-century Portuguese Mattancherry Palace, renowned for its beautiful murals of Hindu mythology and legends.
- Kochi: Delve deeper into the cultural heritage of Kochi by attending a Kathakali performance. This colorful show is one of the world’s oldest forms of theater and the vibrant costumes, transformative make up, amazing dancing and vocal acrobatics make it unmissable.
- Alappuzha: Cruise the backwaters of Alleppey on a waterwheel houseboat to get an inside view of life on its shores. Journey past lush rice paddies and coconut plantations where people work daily, and enjoy a wonderful lunch onboard as you make your way to your luxury resort.
- Vaikom Village: Guided by boat, explore the narrow canals of one of the oldest townships in Kerala and with many spots untouched by modernity.
- Mumbai: Visit the UNESCO World Heritage protected ancient cave temples with depictions of Lord Shiva hewn from basalt rock. These extraordinary carvings date back as far as the 5th century and were recently restored. Human settlements from 2 BC have been recovered here.
- Mumbai: Take a cruise from Mumbai to Elephanta Island to see the six-meter statue of Sadhashiva and the warren of carved cave temples, which date back to AD 450 and have earned the island UNESCO World Heritage status.
- Mumbai: Meet the Dabbawalla in Mumbai to learn more about the intricate details of the magnificent tiffin service that keeps the city going. Without any technology, these delivery men have been providing home cooked food to the masses for over 130 years.
- Delhi: Regularly rated as one of India's very finest restaurants, The Spice Route is a feast for all your senses, from the elegant design to the aromatic journey that each dish brings. Admire the incredible artwork from across Southeast Asia as you dine.
- Jaipur: Enjoy a private access tour around Jaipur City Palace including the maharajah’s personal living room, normally off limits to visitors. Savor an Indian inspired high tea on the regal terrace after viewing the spectacular handcrafted crystal table by René Lalique.
- Jaisalmer: Experience a truly unique dinner as the sun sets over the Sand Dunes. A sumptuous nomadic banquet is served under the desert stars as local musicians play traditional tunes into the gentle breeze of the night.
- Udaipur: Sit down to your indulgent dinner in the stunning restaurant of your hotel, which overlooks the beautiful outer courtyard and lake. Dine on a delicious banquet of Indian cuisine as you reflect on your unforgettable time in India.
- Kochi: Learn the art of home cooking, Kerala style, as you meet a local cooking instructor who will demonstrate the techniques of preparing traditional recipes of the region.
- Vaikom Village: Have lunch with a local in Viakom Village. You will be introduced to village life and given the opportunity to try your hand at weaving with pineapple leaves or coconut husks before you are invited to share lunch in their home.
- Mumbai: Say goodbye to Mumbai in style with a showcase of Indian cuisine at dinner. Enjoy your final feast as you share tales and make toasts to the experiences you’ve had and memories you’ve made along your amazing journey.
- Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.  
-  In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level.  ​
- Included at all hotels. 
- Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.​
- Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.  
- On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.
- Enjoy complimentary hotel Wi-Fi. And, on select coaches, onboard Wi-Fi may also be available.
- For 2026 departures, transfers are included on the first and final day of your journey, as well as for any additional accommodation booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternative hotels within the same arrival or departure city may also be arranged upon request. From 2027 onwards, transfers will be included when your flights are reserved through Luxury Gold.
- 12 Dinner (D)
- 19 Breakfast (B)
- 10 Lunch (L)
- 1 Afternoon Tea (AT)

Departure Dates:

Tuesday 05 Jan 2027
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Sunday 24 Jan 2027
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Monday 18 Jan 2027
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Saturday 06 Feb 2027
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Monday 01 Feb 2027
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Saturday 20 Feb 2027
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Monday 15 Feb 2027
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Saturday 06 Mar 2027
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Monday 01 Mar 2027
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Saturday 20 Mar 2027
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Thursday 11 Mar 2027
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Tuesday 30 Mar 2027
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Tuesday 30 Mar 2027
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Sunday 18 Apr 2027
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