Grand Journey from India's Golden Triangle to Shimla
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£2,999pp
From
£2,999pp
Grand Journey from India's Golden Triangle to Shimla
India is a country like no other – a dazzling fusion of sights, sounds, and sensations that awakens the senses. A land of contrasts, where ancient traditions coexist with modern energy, it offers an unforgettable experience.
Overview
This journey through northern India takes in its most breathtaking highlights, from the majestic Taj Mahal, glowing in the soft light of dawn, to the towering fortresses of Rajasthan and the lively bazaars of Jaipur. you'll explore the echoes of past grandeur in Delhi, where Mughal opulence and colonial elegance intertwine, and ventures into the wild heart of Ranthambore, home to India’s most iconic predator: the elusive Bengal tiger.
At the heart of our adventure is the Taj Mahal, a monument to eternal love, its white marble façade shifting in hues with the rising sun. Beyond its beauty, our journey unveils the layers of India’s past, from the opulent Mughal palaces to the enduring legacies of the British Raj.
This is a voyage into the soul of India; an experience that will challenge, inspire, and leave you with memories to last a lifetime. No matter the season, India is a destination that captivates, surprises, and stays with you long after you leave.
Itinerary
✓ Day 1-2: Travel to New Delhi
✓ Day 3: Old Delhi
✓ Day 4: Taj Mahal
✓ Day 5: Fatehpur Sikri
✓ Day 6: Ranthambore Game Drive
✓ Day 7: Jaipur
✓ Day 8: Amber Fort
✓ Day 9: Rajasthan
✓ Day 10: New Delhi
✓ Day 11: Train to Shimla
✓ Day 12: Shimla
✓ Day 13: Free Day in Shimla
✓ Day 14: Train to Delhi
✓ Day 15: Return Home
- Guests: 2 Adults
- Duration: 14 Nights
- Board: Mixed Meal Plan
- Departing: Heathrow
- Operator: Riviera Travel
- Offer Date: Multiple departures for 2027 & 2028
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Why book this Riviera tour?
Price includes:
✓ 13 nights in four to five-star hand-picked hotels
✓ Return flights & transfers
✓ 14 included experiences
✓ Travel on the 'toy train' to Shimla
✓ Breakfast daily, 4 lunches & 13 dinners
✓ Expert Riviera Tour Manager looking after you throughout
✓ Checked luggage
✓ Average group size of 12-25 guests
✓ Welcome drink
Tour Highlights
✓ Witness the Taj Mahal at sunrise, its white marble glowing in the soft morning light, a masterpiece of symmetry and delicate inlay work that never fails to mesmerise.
✓ Experience the bustling streets of Old Delhi in the company of inspiring former street children, whose lives have been transformed by a remarkable local charity.
✓ Step aboard the legendary Shimla Toy Train, a charming ride through spectacular mountain scenery, before enjoying a three-night stay in the colonial-era hill station of Shimla.
✓ Stroll through the serene Mehtab Bagh gardens, where you’ll take in an alternate, yet equally stunning view of the Taj Mahal, followed by a delicious dinner at a local Agra restaurant.
✓ Delve into the grandeur of Fatehpur Sikri, a once-magnificent Mughal capital frozen in time, and explore the rich history of both Old and New Delhi on guided city tours.
✓ Join an expert naturalist to uncover the mysteries of Ranthambore National Park, home to the famed Bengal tiger, and deepen your understanding of these majestic creatures.
✓ Stand in awe before the Amber Fort, an architectural wonder perched high above Jaipur and embark on an exhilarating driving safari in search of tigers in Ranthambore.
✓ Immerse yourself in the hues of the Pink City of Jaipur, Rajasthan’s historic capital, with an expert city tour; then journey through history in Shimla, with a guided visit to the grand Viceregal Lodge and a walking tour of this atmospheric hill town.
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