India's Golden Triangle, plus Amritsar, Shimla & Mumbai, featuring India's prestigious 'Taj' hotels with dinners included
(limited dates/availability)
Save up to £200
(Jan 22, Sep and Nov)
Flight - 1 night
Amritsar - 2 nights
Chandigarh - 1 night
Shimla - 2 nights
Delhi - 2 nights
Agra - 1 night
Jaipur - 3 nights
Mumbai - 1 night
For the British traveller, ‘Take me to the Taj’ may seem a self-evident request but in India these words might lead you to a Taj hotel (even a ‘google search’ for ‘Taj’ brings up first ‘Taj Hotels’, one of India’s premier hotel groups). It therefore seems apposite to utilise the fine hotels of the Taj group at a specially negotiated tariff with dinners in the hotels.
End at Mumbai’s landmark hotel, the Taj Mahal Palace, as featured in the recent BBC 2 series ‘Hotel India’. Of course the iconic ‘Taj Mahal’ is the real highlight of this great journey from the colonial hill station of Shimla via Delhi, Agra and Jaipur to Old Bombay. Explore India’s colonial, Mughal and Maharajas’ heritage whilst staying in some comfort.
Culture & Countryside
Jules Verne Sightseeing
9 UNESCO Heritage Sites
No Single Supplement
Local Expert Guide
Historic / 5-star Hotels
Guaranteed Departure
Group Size: 2 – 22
Dine in the Rajput Room at Rambagh Palace, the former residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur, now a hotel, and enjoy a cocktail in the famous Polo Bar.
Day 1 Fly overnight from London Heathrow to Amritsar via Delhi.
Day 2 Transfer to the 5-star Taj Swarna for two nights. Optional Palki ceremony at the Golden Temple (£13, bookable locally). (D)
Day 3 Visit the Golden Temple, volunteer kitchens and Jallianwala Bagh, scene of the 1919 massacre. Early evening Wagah Border 'Changing of the Guard' ceremony at the India/Pakistan border. (B, D)
Day 4 Drive to Chandigarh (5 hrs) for overnight at the 5-star Taj Chandigarh. Evening free. (B, D)
Day 5 Visit the Rose Garden & Le Corbusier’s Capitol Complex. Drive to Kandaghat (4 hrs) to take the ‘Toy Train’ to Shimla. Two nights at the heritage 5-star Oberoi Cecil. (B, D)
Day 6 Tour of Shimla including the Vice Regal Lodge, the Hindu temple, Gaiety Theatre and a stroll along the Mall. (B, D)
Day 7 Drive to Chandigarh (5 hrs) and fly to Delhi for two nights at the 5-star Taj Mahal Hotel. (B, D)
Day 8 Tour of Delhi including Jama Mosque, Raj Ghat, Gandhi Smriti, UNESCO listed Humayun's tomb, Railway Museum, India Gate and drive past the Red Fort, parliament and Viceroy's House. (B, D)
Day 9 Morning Gatimaan Express to Agra. Visit Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal. Overnight at the 4-star Gateway Hotel, Agra. (B, D)
Day 10 Visit the 'Baby Taj' and Mughal garden across the water from the Taj Mahal. Travel to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri (5 hrs). Three nights at the heritage Jai Mahal Palace. (B, L, D)
Day 11 Visit the City Palace and Jantar Mantar Observatory. Afternoon free. Optional Sound & Light show at Amber Fort (£15, bookable locally). (B, D)
Day 12 Optional morning balloon ride in the area of Amber Fort or Jaipur (£170, pre-bookable). Visit the Amber Fort, Birla Temple and Albert Hall Museum, viewing the 'Palace of the Winds'. Cocktail in the Polo Bar and dinner at Rambagh Palace. (B, D)
Day 13 Fly to Mumbai. City tour including Marine Drive, Gateway of India, Victoria Terminus, laundries of Dhobi Ghat and the Prince of Wales Museum. Overnight at the 5-star Taj Mahal Palace (Tower wing – Sea view room). (B, D)
Day 14 Afternoon flight to London. (B)
Notes
Christmas Eve/New Year's Eve meal included on Dec 17 departure.
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This new hotel embodies Punjab’s history, art and culture. Restaurants, bars, gym, spa, pool and WiFi (free). Air-conditioned rooms with private facilities, hairdryer, safe, mini-bar, tea/coffee making facilities and satellite TV.
A 5-star hotel with sophisticated architecture and interiors. Restaurants, bar, gym, spa, pool and WiFi (free). 149 air-conditioned rooms with private facilities, hairdryer, safe, mini-bar, satellite TV and tea/coffee making facilities.
A celebration of the elegance and grace of the Colonial era in the Queen of Hill Stations, located amidst the majestic Himalayan ranges, The 5-star Oberoi Cecil, a Grand Heritage hotel, is a part of Shimla's rich colonial history. Restaurant, bar, indoor pool, gym, spa and WiFi (free). 75 air-conditioned rooms with private facilities, hairdryer, mini-bar, safe, TV and tea/coffee making facilities.
The 5-star Taj Mahal hotel is one of the most distinguished addresses in Delhi. Restaurants, bar, pool, gym and WiFi (free). 294 air-conditioned rooms with private facilities, hairdryer, safe, mini-bar, satellite TV and tea/coffee making facilities.
A 4-star heritage property, the Gateway Hotel's unique style are complemented by Agra's glittering monument to love, the Taj Mahal. Restaurants, bar, pool, gym, WiFi (free) and 100 air-conditioned rooms with private facilities, hairdryer, safe, mini-bar, satellite TV and tea/coffee making facilities.
Designed with an Indo Saracenic style of architecture, this heritage hotel is located downtown, close to the historical monuments. Restaurants, bar, pool, gym and WiFi (free). 100 air-conditioned rooms with private facilities, hairdryer, safe, mini-bar, satellite TV and tea/coffee making facilities.
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This 5-star hotel is Mumbai’s first harbour landmark and was featured in the BBC 2 series 'Hotel India' focused on life behind the scenes at India's oldest and most famous hotel. Overlooking the Gateway of India with a panoramic view of the bay, every one of the 560 rooms are the perfect blend of rich history and modern convenience with private facilities, hairdryer, safe, mini-bar, satellite TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Restaurants, bar, pool, gym, spa and WiFi (free).
We offer a wide variety of pre- and post-tour extensions, click here for more information.
Pre/post tour extra nights and transfers are available.
2019
Tuesdays
per person in a twin/double room
Jet Airways from Heathrow
| April 9 | £2395 |
| April 30 | £2295 |
| August 13 | £2295 |
| September 10 | £2195 |
| September 17 | £2195 |
| October 1 | £2595 |
| October 15 | £2695 |
| November 5 | £2695 |
| November 19 | £2695 |
| December 3 | £2695 |
| December 17 | £2995 |
2020
Tuesdays
per person in a twin/double room
Jet Airways from Heathrow
Tuesdays
per person in a twin/double room
Jet Airways from Heathrow
Tuesdays
per person in a twin/double room
Jet Airways from Heathrow
(limited dates/availability)
Save up to £200
(Jan 22, Sep and Nov)
Supplements per person
Single Supplement
NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
Limited availability, on these dates:
2020: Jan 14 & 28, Mar 10 & 24, Apr 7 & 28
Double for sole use:
2019 - £695 (Aug/Sep £495; Feb/Nov/Dec £895)
Flight Options
London-Amritsar/Mumbai-London
Jet Airways Première Class Return from £1595
Jet Airways Première Class One way from £895
Optional Excursions
Morning Balloon Ride £170
Extension Options
We offer a wide variety of pre- and post-tour extensions, click here for more information.
Pre/post tour extra nights and transfers are available.
Privately Guided
2 guests - £695 per person
3-4 guests - £595 per person
5-9 guests - £395 per person
10+ guests - No extra charge
Independent Arrival
Save £500
Arrival transfer add £22
Departure transfer add £22
Price Includes
Air travel and taxes, transfers, 12 nights' accommodation, breakfast daily, 1 lunch and 12 dinners, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.
Not Included
Travel insurance, visa procurement, optional excursions, overseas airport taxes, tipping, any government taxes or compulsory charges introduced after publication.
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