Romancing the Taj
Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 9-day, 7-night journey through India's Golden Triangle. Discover the vibrant streets of Delhi, the regal grandeur of Jaipur, and the timeless allure of Agra. Explore ancient forts, majestic palaces, and the iconic Taj Mahal.
Format
Locations
- New Delhi
- Jaipur
- Agra
Inclusions
- Round-trip flight to Delhi (if Flight & Hotel option is chosen)
- Private transfers to and from airports
- 7 nights of accommodation in selected category (2 nights in Delhi, 2 nights in Jaipur, 2 nights in Agra, 1 night in Delhi)
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- Hotel taxes, fees and service charges
- Road taxes, parking fees, fuel charges and Interstate taxes
- All transfers, excursions and sightseeing tours as per the itinerary using private chauffeur-driven air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water in the vehicle throughout the tour
- Service of English-speaking local guide during visits only as per program (different guide in each city)
- Entrance fee of the monument as mentioned in the itinerary
- Earn 4,000 extra Aeroplan® points per member on this tour for travel completed by December 31, 2025
- More Moments activities included:
- Delhi - Full-day city tour, including a pedicab (cycle rickshaw) ride and a visit to the Humayun's Tomb.
- Jaipur - Cooking lesson with local family, basic Yoga lesson (approximately 45 minutes), Amber Fort, cultural walk through Amber Town, eco-friendly e-rickshaw ride, Jantar Mantar, City Palace Museum. Flower and product markets morning exploration.
- Agra - Bagru Villa tour, Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, cultural walk through the Kachhpura Village.
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Delhi’s International Airport.
Day 2
Welcome to Delhi
Upon arrival at Delhi’s International Airport, you will be required to clear customs and immigration. Once cleared, please proceed to the exit where a dedicated local representative will greet you with an Air Canada Vacations board with your name on it. They will escort you to your private transfer to take you to your hotel to check-in. Spend the rest of the evening at your leisure.
Meal(s): Dinner
Day 3
Delhi
After breakfast, your tour guide will take you on a full-day city tour (visiting Old Delhi and New Delhi); enjoy views of a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the drive, while adrenaline awaits on board of a cycle rickshaw that will take you through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi!
In the afternoon, your tour guide will take you to the New Delhi area where you will visit the Humayun's Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for an orientation with a conservationist from the Aga Khan Foundation involved in heritage conservation.
More Moments Activities Included
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Full-day City Tour
On your way to Old Delhi, you will be driving past* the Red Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Experience the delightful chaos of the city aboard a cycle rickshaw for an exciting ride through its narrow lanes. The Old City walls wrap around Chandni Chowk, an ancient market that continues to thrive to this day. Take in the electrifying energy around you while you expose your senses to the enticing colors and exotic scents of cardamom and allspice, and watch local men sip their tea at deliciously fragrant chai stands.
In the afternoon, on your way to the New Delhi area, drive past* the impressive India Gate and the Secretariat building on the way to Humayun's Tomb for an introduction with a conservationist from Aga Khan Foundation involved in heritage conservation. The 16th century Humayun's Tomb is one of India’s many UNESCO World Heritage Sites and the first garden tomb of Asia. Like the Taj Mahal, it is a testament of love built by a queen for her beloved husband Humayun, the 2nd Mughal Emperor of India.*A stop may be possible for picture taking, depending on the traffic and time constraints on the ground.
Meal(s): Breakfast and dinner
Day 4
Delhi - Jaipur
After breakfast and check-out, your private chauffeur will take you on a *4-hour drive adventure towards the Pink City, Jaipur! Upon arrival at your hotel in Jaipur, a local representative will greet you and assist you with the check-in; afterwards enjoy some free time before meeting with your tour guide to continue with this evening’s agenda.
*Driving time is approximate and it may vary depending on road and traffic conditions.
This evening has been reserved for a special cooking lesson and dinner with local family in Jaipur. Your tour guide will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel.
More Moments Activities Included
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Cooking Lesson, Followed by Dinner
Learn the secrets of aromatic spices, intricate flavors, and authentic techniques in a hands-on experience. Unlock the magic of Indian culinary heritage and savor the delight of creating delectable dishes, transporting your taste buds on an unforgettable gastronomic journey.
Meal(s): Breakfast and dinner
Day 5
Jaipur - Amber Town - Jaipur
Wake up early to relax and revitalize your body with a 45-minute beginner-level Yoga session at the hotel. Upon completion of your Yoga class, enjoy a delicious breakfast.
Later in the morning, your tour guide will take you to the outskirts of the city to visit the magnificent Amber Fort, an UNESCO World Heritage Site. On the way back to Jaipur, you will explore Amber Town, the sleepy town that lies at the base of the fort and pre-dates it by many years.
Afterwards, you will be transferred back to the city to explore the secrets hidden in the walled city of Jaipur. Your next stop is a visit to the Jantar Mantar, an observatory built by Sawai Jai Singh ll in the 18th century.
Your last stop will be a visit to the 18th-century City Palace, before spending the rest of the day at your leisure.
More Moments Activities Included
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Yoga Class
Energize your morning by joining this 45-minute beginner yoga lesson at the hotel consisting of beginner level asanas (Hatha yoga), yogic breathing techniques and meditative relaxation sessions.
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Amber Fort
A UNESCO World Heritage Site; the fort is surrounded by fortified battlements and overlooks the Maota Lake. Once on top, you may stroll through the sprawling complex of courtyards and halls. Most fascinating, perhaps, is the Sheesh Mahal (hall of mirrors) where a single lamplight is reflected in the numerous mirrors embedded in the walls and ceilings, lighting up the entire room.
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Cultural Walk Through Amber Town
This fascinating heritage walk winds through the surrounding Aravalli hills, where you can visit Meena tribal settlements and such historic structures as forts and shrines, as well as meet with locals. You may also visit the school situated in this village to interact with local kids to spend some quality time with children and weave in memories to take back home. (Note: The school is closed on Government holidays and Sundays).
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E-rickshaw Ride
Experience modern convenience with a touch of eco-friendliness aboard an E-rickshaw, a sustainable way to navigate Jaipur’s streets.
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Jantar Mantar
A UNESCO World Heritage Site observatory built by Sawai Jai Singh ll in the 18th century. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to the world’s largest sundial. The massive astronomical instruments were built from local stone and marble and the monument pays homage to 18th-century architectural innovations during the Mughal period.
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City Palace
Now a fascinating museum housing some of the treasures of Jaipur’s princely past. The former royal family retains a part of the palace for their personal use.
Meal(s): Breakfast and dinner
Day 6
Jaipur - Bagru - Agra
Wake up early* to explore the wholesale flower and produce markets, with a stop along the way at a special vantage point for incredible views, and photography opportunities of the iconic Palace of Winds (Hawa Mahal). After the morning stroll, your tour guide will take you back to your hotel for breakfast.
*The pick-up will be at 7:00 a.m., time is subject to change. The tour guide will reconfirm the pick-up time on the ground.
After breakfast and check-out, your tour guide will pick you up (at approximately 9:30 a.m.) to take you on an excursion to Bagru – a small village that lies about 20 km outside the city of Jaipur.
After this visit, you will have time to have lunch at a local restaurant ($) and afterwards your private chauffeur will take you on a *6-hour drive towards the City of Taj, Agra.
*Driving time is approximate and it may vary depending on road and traffic conditions.
More Moments Activities Included
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Flower and Produce Market
Immerse yourself in the sights and smells of the local flower markets.
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Bagru Village Tour
This small village is home to textile artists who are experts in the age-old process of making wooden blocks, natural dyes and performing block printing on cotton cloths with exquisite designs. Learn the process of making natural dyes and try your hands to create a small souvenir with block printing, which you may bring home.
Meal(s): Breakfast and dinner
Day 7
Agra - Kachhpura Village - Agra
Start your day early to catch the first rays on the Taj Mahal. After the visit, you will be transferred back to the hotel to have breakfast and enjoy the morning at leisure.
In the afternoon, your tour guide will take you to the Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that once served as the main residence of the emperors until the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi. Catch breathtaking views of the Taj Mahal in the distance.
Afterwards, your driver will take you across the river, for an interesting cultural walk through the Kachhpura Village, which also offers stunning views of the Taj from Mehtab Bagh, across the river at sunset.
More Moments Activities Included
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Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal (closed on Fridays) is an architectural symphony of pristine white marble, which has captivated the imagination of poets, authors, painters alike for generations. A lovelorn Shah Jahan had this glorious mausoleum erected for his beloved wife after her untimely death. It took 22 years and over 20,000 men to build this memorial of love from marble quarried 200 miles away. You have ample time to explore this magnificent monument and admire its perfect symmetry from every angle.
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Agra Fort
A UNESCO World Heritage Site! A red sandstone fort built on a bend of the Yamuna River. The Mughal Dynasty fort served as the main residence of the emperors until the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi and is an impressive monument with a rich architectural history. The Emperor Shah Jahan was once imprisoned inside the Agra Fort, and the tower of his imprisonment offers spectacular views of the Taj Mahal in the distance.
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Cultural Walk Through Kachhpura Village
This quaint village situated near the Taj Mahal features a stunning view of the Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh, across the river at sunset. The trail is a community-based enterprise where youth from the local community show you around. It is a chance to learn about the village life, rituals and livelihood directly from a local resident. The funds raised from the walk directly benefit the local community at Kachhpura.
Meal(s): Breakfast and dinner
Day 8
Agra - Delhi
After breakfast and check-out, your private chauffeur will take you on a 4-hour* drive back to Delhi.
*Driving time is approximate and it may vary depending on road and traffic conditions
Upon arrival to Delhi’s hotel, please proceed to check-in. Rest of the day is at leisure.
Meal(s): Breakfast and dinner
Day 9
Delhi -Canada
After a leisurely breakfast, your private chauffeur will take you to Delhi’s International Airport to catch your flight back home!
Meal(s): Breakfast
Accomodations
Where you'll stay
Location
Hotel
Room details
Bed size(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 people (2 adults)
Unless otherwise specified, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Room details
Bed size(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 people (2 adults)
Unless otherwise specified, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Important Information
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Daily service:
- January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024
- January 04, 2025 – December 19, 2025
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Not included:
- Gratuities
- Airport taxes (where applicable)
- Meals outside of the ones mentioned within the itinerary above
- Transfers for any optional activities, and any other transfer services required outside of the itinerary above
- Entrance to other landmarks not mentioned in the itinerary
- Additional activities and excursions
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The More Moments activities/excursions mentioned in the itinerary are all included in the package but may be rescheduled to take place on an earlier or later day, depending on availability and operational day, or cancelled due to weather related conditions.
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- Private transfer service from/to airports
- Private transfer service for all sightseeing, including inter-city transfers
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The itinerary above is subject to change without prior notice. The order in which destinations are visited or day excursions occur may change due to operational restrictions, such as weather and accommodation availability.