Jaipur Holidays

Head into the real heart of Rajasthan on this Golden Triangle tour with a difference. From the frenetic streets of Delhi, to the rose-tinted buildings of Jaipur and marbled walls of the Taj Mahal, you’ll experience all the highlights while staying in family-run guesthouses offering a unique glimpse into local life. Dine with your hosts, hear stories about their heritage and learn all about the authentic culture of this fascinating region.

Visit the highlights of northern India taking a deep dive into some of the country’s most historic cities. Start in Amritsar where all roads lead to the spellbinding Golden Temple with a striking gold-leaf roof and a kitchen that feeds over 35,000 people a day. Head for the Himalayan foothills to Shimla, an old-world hill station where the British Raj holidayed among the pine. After a dose of invigorating mountain air, you’ll be ready to take on the Golden Triangle ticking off the iconic Taj Mahal, Jaipur’s surreal architecture and Delhi, India’s charismatic capital flooded by rickshaws, markets and monuments.

Explore northern India in style visiting the key highlights of the Golden Triangle and Shimla, the pine-scented summer capital of the British Raj. You'll stay in a luxurious collection of Oberoi hotels reputed for next-level service, opulent design and extraordinary attention to detail. Meanwhile discover Delhi in depth, witness the Taj Mahal in the golden sunrise and explore Jaipur, the Pink City, including the impressive Amber Fort. The western Himalayas are waiting where you'll carve through spectacular mountain scenery on one of India’s famous toy trains.

Perfect for families with teens, this itinerary is a cultural adventure with a diversity of hotels and a few exciting train journeys. Start in sensational Delhi and Jaipur where flexible optional activities include rickshaw rides, hot air balloon rides and interactive local experiences. Then off to Sariksa Tiger Reserve where you may spot the regal Bengal tiger on private game drives and discover hidden jungle forts while acting out your Indiana Jones dreams. End at Agra in a hotel with views of the Taj Mahal. If there’s one thing to get you out of bed it's ivory-white facades, glittering in the sunrise.

This introductory small group tour to northern India takes you on a fascinating journey of discovery, visiting many of the country’s most iconic sights. Experience India’s unique culture as you trace India's famous Golden Triangle. Explore the imperial monuments of Delhi, the royal palaces of Jaipur, and the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra. Throughout the tour, you will be accompanied by a local guide who will provide you with a deeper understanding and appreciation for the incredible places you visit. 

From the marbled walls of the Taj Mahal to the frenetic backstreets of bustling Old Delhi, Rajasthan is a region of striking contrasts. This all-encompassing 12-day itinerary uncovers its many sides. Delve into the stories behind Agra, explore the ‘pink city’ of Jaipur and gaze at the cobalt-blue walls of Jodhpur as you travel from Delhi to Mumbai, exploring the people, cultures and stories that have shaped this majestic region.

India’s Golden Triangle has earnt itself legendary status and for good reason, with the frenetic backstreets of Delhi, the glittering palaces of Agra and the rose-tinted buildings of Jaipur among the key lures. This 12-day tour combines the enchanting trio with historic Lucknow and sacred Varanasi, offering plenty of off-the-track experiences along the way – from cycling with the Taj Mahal in the distance to tea with a Nawab, street food excursions to tours of Bollywood.