India Family Adventure

Depart the U.S. on an overnight flight to Delhi, India.

Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel with time to settle in and rest after the journey.

Overnight: Taj Mahal Hotel

Begin with a welcome orientation and introductory lecture on India’s history, culture, and contemporary life. The day’s exploration of Delhi begins with some of the city’s most significant landmarks, including India Gate, Parliament House, and Raj Ghat, the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. In Old Delhi, see the imposing Red Fort and Jama Masjid, then experience the energy of Chandni Chowk by pedicab through its bustling lanes and markets. A guided walk led by young people from Salaam Baalak Trust, an NGO supporting children living on the streets, offers a more personal perspective on the city. Later, visit Bangla Sahib, one of Delhi’s most revered Sikh temples, known for its welcoming community kitchen. Gather this evening for a welcome reception and dinner.

Overnight: Taj Mahal Hotel

Meals: B, L, R, D

Travel by road approximately four hours to Agra, a former Mughal capital and one of India’s most storied cities. Set along the Yamuna River, Agra flourished as an imperial capital and became renowned for its architecture, artistry, and craftsmanship. Upon arrival, visit Agra Fort, an extraordinary complex of palaces and courtyards that reflects the power and sophistication of the Mughal court. Check in at the hotel, where views of the Taj Mahal set the stage for tomorrow’s experience, before gathering for dinner.

Overnight: Taj View Hotel IHCL SeleQtions

Meals: B, L, D

Travel by road approximately four hours to Agra, a former Mughal capital and one of India’s most storied cities. Set along the Yamuna River, Agra flourished as an imperial capital and became renowned for its architecture, artistry, and craftsmanship. Upon arrival, visit Agra Fort, an extraordinary complex of palaces and courtyards that reflects the power and sophistication of the Mughal court. Check in at the hotel, where views of the Taj Mahal set the stage for tomorrow’s experience, before gathering for dinner.

Overnight: Taj View Hotel IHCL SeleQtions

Meals: B, L, D

Depart this morning for Ranthambore National Park, with a lunch stop in Bharatpur en route. One of India’s most celebrated wildlife reserves, Ranthambore is known for its Bengal tigers and dramatic setting of forests, lakes, rocky escarpments, and historic ruins. Upon arrival, set out on an afternoon wildlife drive through mango groves, ancient banyan trees, massive rock formations, and open savannah.

Overnight: The Maharaja's Lodge Ranthambhore

Meals: B, L, D

Spend the day in Ranthambore National Park with morning and afternoon wildlife drives. Once the hunting grounds of Jaipur’s maharajas, the park is now one of India’s premier tiger reserves and an important conservation area for Bengal tigers and other wildlife. Along with the possibility of seeing tigers, watch for deer, monkeys, wild boar, crocodiles, and the park’s abundant birdlife. Between drives, enjoy a second lecture and time to relax at the lodge. 

Overnight: The Maharaja's Lodge Ranthambhore

Meals: B, L, D

After a final morning wildlife drive in Ranthambore National Park, return to the lodge for lunch before traveling by coach to Jaipur, the Pink City and capital of Rajasthan. The morning offers one last opportunity to experience the park’s wildlife, rugged scenery, and evocative ruins before continuing to Rajasthan’s royal capital.

Overnight: The Maharaja's Lodge Ranthambhore

Meals: B, L, D

After a final morning wildlife drive in Ranthambore National Park, return to the lodge for lunch before traveling by coach to Jaipur, the Pink City and capital of Rajasthan. The morning offers one last opportunity to experience the park’s wildlife, rugged scenery, and evocative ruins before continuing to Rajasthan’s royal capital.

Overnight: Raj Palace

Meals: B, L, D

Continue exploring Jaipur with visits to the City Palace and Jantar Mantar, the remarkable 18th-century astronomical observatory built to measure time and track the heavens. Later, fly to Udaipur, one of India’s most beautiful cities, set beside Lake Pichola and surrounded by the Aravalli Hills. Check in to the legendary Taj Lake Palace, an 18th-century former royal retreat set on an island in Lake Pichola. Enjoy dinner at the hotel. 

Overnight: Taj Lake Palace

Meals: B, L, D

Enjoy a final lecture this morning before touring Udaipur’s City Palace, a vast complex of balconies, courtyards, towers, and richly decorated rooms overlooking the lake. Continue to Jagdish Temple, a 16th-century temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Later, learn the traditional art of Jal Sanjhi, a colorful water-design ritual. At sunset, cruise Lake Pichola as Udaipur’s palaces and waterfront begin to glow for the evening. Gather later for a festive New Year’s Eve dinner and celebratory midnight countdown.

Overnight: Taj Lake Palace

Meals: B, L, D

Enjoy a final lecture this morning before touring Udaipur’s City Palace, a vast complex of balconies, courtyards, towers, and richly decorated rooms overlooking the lake. Continue to Jagdish Temple, a 16th-century temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Later, learn the traditional art of Jal Sanjhi, a colorful water-design ritual. At sunset, cruise Lake Pichola as Udaipur’s palaces and waterfront begin to glow for the evening. Gather later for a festive New Year’s Eve dinner and celebratory midnight countdown.

Overnight: Radisson Blu Hotel

Meals: B, L, D

Fly early this mornig to the U.S. arriving back the same day.