DAYS 1-2 Delhi, India
Depart from the USA or Canada on a flight to Delhi.

DAY 3: Delhi
Your room is available for immediate occupancy. Explore New Delhi this afternoon.

DAY 4: Delhi
In Old Delhi, visit Raj Ghat, Delhi's monument to Mahatma Gandhi, the Red Fort citadel and the Jama Masjid.

DAY 5: Delhi/Udaipur
Fly to Udaipur and transfer to your spectacular fort-palace hotel, with the remainder of the day at leisure.

DAY 6: Udaipur
After an evocative visit to the temples of Eklingji and Nagda, cruise peaceful Lake Pichola (if water levels permit).

DAY 7: Udaipur
A tour of Udaipur includes the City Palace and the gardens of Sahelion-Ki-Bari or "Gardens of the Maids of Honor."

DAY 8: Udaipur/Jaipur
An early morning flight brings you to Jaipur, a bustling metropolis. Visit the architectural wonders of the City Palace, including the "Palace of the Winds."

DAY 9: Jaipur
Your day begins with a visit to the Amber Fort. Next an A&K Exclusive - an elephant ride accompanied by a professional mahout. Your afternoon is at leisure.

DAY 10: Jaipur/Ranthambore
Travel to Ranthambore, Rajasthan's first Project Tiger reserve, for game viewing in this animal-rich environment.

DAY 11: Ranthambore
On morning and late-afternoon wildlife drives, you are likely to see spotted deer, Nilgai (blue bull) and sloth bear.

DAY 12: Ranthambore/Bharatpur/Agra
Journey by train to Bharatpur, then by road to Agra, stopping at Fatehpur Sikri, the now-deserted 16th-century red stone city. Arrive in Agra for a first visit to the Taj Mahal at sunset.

DAY 13: Agra
Explore the imposing Agra Fort, built of red sandstone and marble. Your afternoon is at leisure or take an optional return visit to the magnificent Taj Mahal.

DAY 14: Agra/Delhi
After a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal, travel overland to Delhi in time to prepare for your onward flight.

DAY 15: Delhi
Transfer to the airport to board your homebound flight.