After breakfast, we journey to Jaipur by road, passing through rural villages and scenic landscapes.

Arrive and check in to our palace hotel and begin our introduction to Jaipur with a tour of its lively bazaars. Bapu Bazaar offers colorful textiles, embroidered fabrics, and leather jootis (shoes), while Johari Bazaar dazzles with gemstones and jewelry.

Overnight in Jaipur.

Spend a full day exploring Jaipur’s most famous landmarks. Ascend to the Amber Fort, with its majestic ramparts and mirrored halls. See the Jal Mahal (Water Palace), visit the City Palace and its museum, and marvel at the Palace of Winds. At the Jantar Mantar Observatory, step into a world of astronomical instruments from centuries past. This evening, unwind at your palace hotel surrounded by Rajasthani grandeur.

After breakfast, depart Jaipur and stop en route at Fatehpur Sikri, an abandoned Mughal capital and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its red sandstone palaces and mosques showcase a blend of Hindu and Islamic architectural styles.

Continue to Agra, arriving in time to watch the Taj Mahal at sunset from the gardens of Mehtaab Bagh — an unforgettable first impression of this wonder.

Overnight in Agra.

Rise early for a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal, a monument to love and one of the most breathtaking sights on earth.

Return for breakfast, then explore Agra Fort, another UNESCO site rich with Mughal history.

Later, visit the elegant Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, nicknamed the “Baby Taj,” known for its delicate marble inlay work.

Overnight in Agra.

Transfer to the station for a first-class train journey to Varanasi.

On arrival, check in and rest before your evening visit to the ghats along the Ganges. Watch the ancient rituals of evening aarti, with chants, incense, and floating lamps illuminating the river. This experience captures the soul of India.

Overnight in Varanasi.

Begin the day with a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges, watching pilgrims perform prayers and ablutions in the river.

Visit the sacred city of Sarnath, where the Buddha first taught his disciples.

In the evening, enjoy leisure time or further exploration.

Overnight in Varanasi.

After breakfast, visit Banaras Hindu University and the Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum, home to ancient art and manuscripts.

Fly to Delhi in the afternoon.

The evening is free for last-minute shopping or relaxation at your hotel.

Overnight in Delhi.

Transfer to the international airport for your onward flight back home or to your next diving adventure.