- Days 1–3Delhi
- Days 3–4Agra & the Taj Mahal
- Days 4–6Ranthambore National Park
- Days 6–10Jaipur
- Days 1–3Delhi
- Days 3–4Agra & the Taj Mahal
- Days 4–6Ranthambore National Park
- Days 6–10Jaipur
A Family Adventure in India
With its colourful markets, vibrant cities and amazing wildlife, India is the perfect destination for an unforgettable family adventure. On this trip to Delhi, Agra and Rajasthan you will be taken care of every step of the way, with your own expert guide to accompany you throughout.
Trip highlights
- Go on tiger safari in Ranthambore National Park
- Enjoy a sunrise tour of the Taj Mahal
- Spend time at Nahargarh Fort
- Explore Old Delhi from a cycle rickshaw
- Discover Kachpura village on a community-led tour
- Visit Jaipur's walled city, palaces and forts
Our bespoke trips include
We design one-of-a-kind journeys incorporating luxury in all its forms. Our bespoke trips include:
- Luxury accommodation throughout
- Privately guided tours
- Private transfers
- Meticulously selected experiences
- Expertise and support from your Jacada Concierge
Itinerary in detail
Every Jacada trip is tailored to your personal preferences and interests. Below you’ll find a sample itinerary to inspire your own custom-designed journey.
Days 1–3
Experience the best of Delhi
You’ll start by exploring Delhi, India’s vast and fascinating capital with a population of over 18 million. Perhaps daunting at first sight, a little exploring soon reveals a rich, diverse and fascinating culture. And if the hubbub ever starts to get too much, turn the corner and you’ll find a tranquil garden or a quiet enclave in which to stop, gather your thoughts and recharge.
Wind your way through bustling streets, past rickshaws, bicycles and cows, on privately guided tours that offer an insight into day-to-day life in the city. You will enjoy a cycle rickshaw tour of the old city, a labyrinthine maze of lanes with vendors selling bangles, grocers, items used in weddings, silverware, clothes, spices and shoes, before exploring New Delhi, built as the seat of the British Indian government in the early twentieth century.
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Sikh Temple
Mughal Mausoleum
Visit the Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
Visit one of the most prominent Sikh houses of worship. Sikhs believe that everyone, regardless of their station in life, should do sevak, or service. This resulted in the langar, or community kitchen, where every member of the religion considers it an honour to come and put in a couple of hours cooking thousands of Indian breads and making huge vats of curry to feed local pilgrims and the under privileged. During your visit you’ll have a go at making chapattis and lend some man power by stirring the huge pots of dal.
A tour of Humayun’s Tomb
Located in the eastern part of Delhi, Humayun’s Tomb is one of the best preserved Mughal monuments. The tomb was built under the instruction of his widow, Hamida Banu Begum, in 1565. The tomb is strongly influenced by Persian architecture and is sat in the centre of a Persian-style chaharbagh garden, divided into four main parts to resemble the paradise garden described in the Quran. From the 17th to the 19th centuries the garden was gradually filled with the tombs of Humayun’s descendants and his entourage. Several Mughal emperors are even buried inside Humayun’s mausoleum.
Days 3–4
See the beauty of Agra and the Taj Mahal
It has graced the pages of books for centuries but nothing quite prepares you for seeing the Taj Mahal for the very fist time. The ultimate symbol of eternal love, this is one of India’s most memorable and emotive sights, and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Of course, the Taj Mahal is the main reason people visit Agra, however, it’s well worth lingering to explore the city’s magnificent fort and explore the surrounding area on a village walk – a wonderful opportunity to get a glimpse into life in rural India.
You’ll visit the iconic marble mausoleum at sunrise when it is looking its most magical, illuminated by the soft morning light.
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Fort and marble
Village life
A visit to Agra Fort
Just a few kilometres from the Taj Mahal sits the impressive Agra Fort, where the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan was imprisoned by his son. Here you will see the art and crafting of the white marble that has made the area so famous, the Pearl Mosque and the Halls of Public and Private Audience.
A community-led Kachpura village walking tour
This walking tour provides a fascinating insight into traditional life in the rural village of Kachpura that overlooks the Taj Mahal from the opposite bank of the Yamuna River. The 1.5km walk is a part of a community development programme which seeks to build sustainable livelihoods for youth and women from low resource communities. Local people are trained as tour guides and will lead you on the walk. The walk ends at Mehtab Bagh from where there are stunning views of the Taj Mahal standing majestically across the river.
Days 4–6
Spot tigers in Ranthambore National Park
Located in the southeastern corner of Rajasthan, Ranthambore National Park is perhaps the most famous place to spot wild tigers in India – and for good reason. You’ll drive through the park in search of these beautiful and awe inspiring creatures with an expert guide who knows the park and its big cats like the back of their hand. As well as being a top tiger spotting destination, Ranthambore is a beautiful park to explore with the 10th-century fort towering over the surrounding plain, its crenellations now sun loungers for Hanuman langurs looking down onto the lakes below. The rest of the park’s jungle is littered with ancient temple ruins, often a favoured rest stop for wandering tigers.
Days 6–10
An adventure in the Pink City of Jaipur
The capital of Rajasthan and its largest city, Jaipur is at once the state’s commercial hub and one of its most fascinating cultural destinations. The pace of life here is fast, but take your time and in this somewhat frantic city you’ll find some of India’s most majestic palaces and atmospheric relics.
You’ll explore Jaipur’s walled Old City on a guided walk to experience day-to-day life, popping into a beautifully decorated haveli to meet the locals, and visiting a temple to witnessing a Hindu prayer ceremony. And then you will step outside the city walls where yet more wonders await.
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Around Jaipur
Ancient capital
Hiking in the hills
From the air
A guided visit to Amber Fort
Amber, the ancient capital of the region, still recalls its heydays in the majestic ramparts rising steeply along the contoured hillsides. It is an extremely well preserved building and during your guided tour you’ll visit the Jagmandir, or Hall of Victory, with its glittering mirrors, the Jai Mahal and Temple of Kali.
A walk in the the Aravalli Hills
Enjoy a walk through the Aravalli Hills where you will visit meena tribal settlements, a ruined fort and hidden shrines. This walk takes you off the beaten track to sites seldom visited by tourists and you will have the opportunity to talk with the local people for an insight into their culture.
Hot air ballooning
Get ready for an exhilarating exploration of Jaipur and the surrounding areas from the skies. Allow the winds to decide what you will view today and look down over forts and palaces or over sleepy villages and farmlands. Watch a city wake up as the sun rises with its magical subtle colours. Sail within a breath of lofty hilltop forts and fine regal palaces in the early morning sun. Exciting, gentle and peaceful at the same time, this ride is a unique way to get to know a city. Before you board the basket, you will have a chance to see how the balloon is unfolded, how the fire is started and how the balloon inflates and stands upright.
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Textile printing
temple complex
city views
Block printing workshop
Sanganer is the centre of the famous block printing and dying industry, and owes its success to a rivulet whose water has a mineral content that fixes dyes. Here you will learn the skills and techniques used to create these beautiful prints and under the watchful eye of a master you will print onto your piece of chosen fabric, which will then be tailored into a garment to be delivered at a later date.
A visit to Galta Ji temples and Gaitor
Galta Ji is a large Hindu temple complex that lies 10km to the east of Jaipur. The site consists of a series of temples built in to a narrow crevice in the ring of hills that surround Jaipur. A natural spring flows down filling a series of sacred water tanks, known as kunds. The galta kund is believed to be the holiest of them all, and it is said it never dries out. Galta Ji is also famous for its monkeys who come to bathe in the waters and play on the temples. You’ll then visit Gaitor which contains the stately marble mausoleums of Jaipur’s royal family.
The magnificent Nahargarh Fort
Along with Amer Fort and Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh once formed a strong defense ring around the city. The fort was originally named Sudarshangarh, but it became known as Nahargarh, which means ‘abode of tigers’. Nahargarh Fort stands on the edge of the Aravalli Hills and offers wonderful views across the city. It is at its best at sunset when the light falls over Jaipur.
Everything well planned and executed from start to finish. The tours and guides were amazing, accommodations first rate, and everything was smooth and seamless. Extra shout out to our driver Raju, our guide Aman in Varanasi and also to Uttam Singh Rathore - the manager for Banyan Tours in Jaipur. When our flight to Udaipur was circled back to Jaipur…
Why book with Jacada
Personalised design
We’ll plan your trip around your personal interests, tastes and preferences, providing honest advice based on first-hand knowledge.
Authentic experiences
Our expert guides and brilliant concierges are hand-picked for their ability to bring your destination to life with care and passion.
Positive Impact
We seek out unforgettable experiences that benefit both local communities and the environment.
