Experience the vibrant colours, sights and sounds of India during an iconic rail journey and a series of immersive tours, as you explore the gleaming Golden Triangle.
Embark the famous Kalka-Shimla Toy Train. Journey through the majestic Himalayas, through 103 tunnels and over 700 bridges as you relax in comfortable surroundings on your voyage to Shimla. Here you’ll spend three nights in the city to explore its fascinating history during a sightseeing tour, and venture into the wilderness with a captivating walking trail through the Himalayas.
Next, explore the incredible sights of India’s most popular destinations, Delhi, Agra and Jaipur on your Golden Triangle tour. Beginning in Delhi, one of the most historic capitals in the world, discover its multi-layered existence and vibrant street life. A full day tour here will reveal the contrasts of Old and New Delhi, from the magnificent Red Fort, to the most elegant mosque in India, the Jama Masjid. Next, you’ll travel to Agra for the highlight of your tour: a visit to the world-famous Taj Mahal. An architectural masterpiece in white marble, the Taj Mahal is perhaps the world’s greatest monument dedicated to love. Built by order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, the Taj Mahal is made up of numerous buildings, gardens, lakes and fountains, all organised in perfect symmetry.
From here, you’ll venture into the wilderness where you’ll enjoy a hotel stay at Ranthambore National Park. Here you’ll enjoy close encounters with India’s wildlife, comprising of tigers, leopards, jackals, sloth bears and Indian wild boar^.
Your Golden Triangle tour then continues with a journey to Jaipur. Discover the deserted 16th century city of Fatehpur Sikri before reaching the ‘Pink City’ with its colourful old quarters and beautiful surrounding countryside. Admire the fairy-tale Amber Fort, an extensive palace with painted murals and intricately carved hallways. See the intriguing Hawa Mahal, known as the Palace of Winds, a five-storey wonder with a pyramidal façade, overhanging windows with captivating, latticed screens, domes and spires. And enjoy the view of Maota Lake, the historic town at the base of the hill, which formed the early seat of the Amber kings.
Your Imagine Holiday Includes
1 day rail journey from Kalka to Shimla on board the Himalayan Queen Toy Train
Tour of Jama Masjid Mosque, Raj Ghat, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar and more
4 night five-star hotel stay in Delhi at the Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka or similar
*Tour may operate in reverse direction for certain departure dates. ^Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
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Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Delhi hotel stay
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Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Overnight: Delhi hotel stay
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Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Agra Hotel Stay
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Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Ranthambore National Park
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Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Ranthambore National Park
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Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Jaipur Hotel Stay
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Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Overnight: Jaipur Hotel Stay
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Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Delhi Hotel Stay
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Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Overnight: Taj Theog Resort & Spa Shimla
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Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Taj Theog Resort & Spa Shimla
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Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Taj Theog Resort & Spa Shimla
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Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Taj Theog Resort & Spa Shimla
Your immersive Indian discovery complete, today you’ll transfer to the airport for your flight home, filled with memories.
Meals Included: Breakfast
