Christmas in India

Days 1-2: UK - Delhi

Arrive in Delhi where your local guide will meet you and take you to your hotel.

Day 3: Delhi

Enjoy a full day of sightseeing around Old and New Delhi, including Jama Masjid, India Gate, Humayun’s Tomb, and a rickshaw ride to Asia’s largest spice market.

Day 4: Delhi - Jaipur

Visit Jaipur’s Turban Museum and watch a turban tying demonstration. You’ll even get to take one home as a memento.

Day 5: Jaipur

See the beautiful architecture of Jaipur with a stop at the Palace of the Winds, Amber Fort and the Maharaja’s City Palace. After, visit a local craft centre to try your hand at block printing and carpet weaving.

Day 6: Jaipur - Pushkar

In Pushkar, explore the local markets and visit the Brahma Temple before a fascinating evening participating in an Aarti ceremony on the Ghats of the Sarovar lake.

Day 7: Pushkar - Udaipur

Enjoy an afternoon in Udaipur visiting the Vintage and Classic Car Museum before High Tea at the grand Garden Hotel.

Day 8: Udaipur

Discover more of Udaipur, starting with a drive around Fateh Sagar Lake. Visit the Mewar Art Gallery and the City Palace before enjoying cruising Lake Pichola.

Day 9: Udaipur - Bundi

En route to Bundi, visit UNESCO-listed Chittor Fort - one of the largest forts in India.

Day 10: Bundi - Ranthambore National Park

Spend the morning exploring Bundi, including its unique stepwells and Taragarh Fort, before driving to Ranthambore.

Day 11: Ranthambore National Park

Enjoy morning and afternoon safaris in Ranthambore National Park for the chance to spot the local wildlife, such as wild boar, hyena, leopard and the elusive Bengal tiger.

Day 12: Ranthambore - Agra

Today is Christmas Eve, on your journey to Agra stop to explore Fatehpur Sikri, Panchal Mahal Palace and the Tomb of Chisti. Once checked in to your hotel, enjoy a lavish Christmas Eve buffet with live music. You’ll also have the option to attend Midnight Mass with the locals.

Day 13: Agra

Wake on Christmas Day with much excitement as you head to the Taj Mahal. After a delicious Christmas lunch, you’ll be taken to a rooftop restaurant to sip champagne whilst watching the sunset over the Taj Mahal. End Christmas Day with a magical performance of ‘Mohabbat the Taj’ – a true Bollywood experience!

Days 14-15: Agra - Delhi - UK

Travel back to Delhi for a day at leisure and a farewell dinner, before departing the following morning.