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Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Udaipur - Mumbai
10 Nights / 11 Days
Experience the vibrant essence of India on this 11-day luxury culinary tour spanning Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur, and Mumbai during the festive season of Diwali. This immersive journey blends rich heritage, cultural exploration, and gourmet dining in iconic 5-star hotels. Highlights include sunrise at the Taj Mahal, hands-on cooking experiences, traditional Diwali celebrations with a local family, and exclusive dining at renowned restaurants. Perfectly crafted for travelers seeking an indulgent and culturally enriching holiday.
On arrival at Delhi airport, we will be met by our local representative for transfer to our hotel. After checking in, take a few hours to rest and unwind from the long flight. That evening we will visit Old Delhi, to get a glimpse of hundreds of years of history.
The start of our culinary journey is our first dinner in a unique restaurant, where the interiors have been put together with India's finery and frivolity. It has a quirky ‘thieves’ market’ ambience with eclectic collection of handpicked furniture, tableware, and curios from across India. They proudly say that in our restaurant, "nothing matches" yet "everything gels".
After breakfast at the hotel, we will visit the sites in New Delhi. go sightseeing. The contrast between Old Delhi and New Delhi, both with its distinct characteristics, history, and vibe, is fascinating. The rest of the day is at leisure – you can explore the local markets or head back to the hotel to book a spa or chill out by the poolside.
Dinner is at an are internationally acclaimed Indian restaurant in our hotel. Dum Pukht is famous for bringing the grandeur of the royal kitchens of Awadh, Bengal and Hyderabad to life through the food and the ambience.
After collecting our packed breakfast from the hotel, we head to the railway station for our journey to Agra, a city that epitomizes Mughal grandeur. Located around 220 km from Delhi, Agra is best known for its architectural wonders, especially from the Mughal era, and is a prominent stop in India’s famed Golden Triangle.
Upon arrival, we check into our hotel and freshen up before heading out to explore one of the city's iconic landmarks – Agra Fort. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this massive 16th-century red sandstone fortress was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty. Inside its formidable walls lies a beautiful blend of Islamic and Hindu architecture – palaces, audience halls, and mosques. From certain vantage points within the fort, you can even catch a glimpse of the distant Taj Mahal.
Lunch will be served at a restaurant. The rest of the afternoon is free for you to relax at the hotel or explore nearby markets at your own pace. Dinner will be at our hotel. Overnight stay in Agra.
We rise early to witness the Taj Mahal at sunrise – one of the most breathtaking experiences on this journey. Built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, this white marble mausoleum is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a timeless symbol of love. As the morning light gently illuminates its intricate inlay work and grand domes, the Taj looks ethereal – a moment you’ll never forget.
After returning to the hotel for breakfast, we begin our scenic drive to Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. On the way, we visit remarkable historical sites:
After breakfast we will leave for a sightseeing tour of the Pink City of Jaipur. It was founded by Maharaja Jai Singh II in 1727 AD. Jaipur is famous for its rich cultural heritage and has today become the most popular tourist destination in India. One of the places we will visit is the City Palace, the royal residence for the Maharaja of Jaipur.
Today is one of the 4 auspicious days of Diwali where Hindus pray to Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth. They buy gold or silver items to symbolize inviting prosperity into their lives. If you are interested in buying pure gold, we can guide you to the best place in Jaipur for it.
We have a cooking class in our hotel today where we will learn about Indian spices and how to use them in cooking. The family that owns the Palace has preserved ancestral handwritten cookbooks with unique recipes that are incorporated into the menu in the restaurants. For dinner we will enjoy the delicacies that the chef will cook for us.
Today morning is at leisure to enjoy the hotel or step out to explore any of the local markets. This is a great opportunity to shop for some ethnic attire for our Diwali night. After a late checkout from the hotel, we will transfer to the airport for our flight to Udaipur.
Our accommodation in Udaipur is in a Heritage Palace style luxury hotel. Built on a hilltop, this magnificent hotel is the perfect mix of luxury and royalty in a resort style setting. Our dinner tonight is a feast of authentic Rajasthani cuisine.
After breakfast we will head for a sightseeing tour of Udaipur, also known as the "City of Lakes" because of its sophisticated lake system of seven lakes surrounding the city. Besides lakes, Udaipur is also known for its historic forts, magnificent palaces, museums, gardens and temples.
There is a lot of excitement in Udaipur before and during Diwali. The big palaces and smaller Havelis (mansions) are lit up and decorated for the festival. We will participate in the celebrations, join a family for Diwali prayers followed by dinner, and we may even get to meet someone from the royal family, if they are available.
After breakfast we transfer to the airport for our flight to Mumbai. On arrival, the day is at leisure in the hotel to relax and unwind by the pool.
For dinner we will head to one of our favourite spots in Mumbai – Mirchi and Mime. It is a trendy dining restaurant serving modern-Indian cuisine, first of its kind in India, served exclusively by speech & hearing-impaired service staff. It is a lot of fun ordering your meals in sign language. This is one more way we give back to the community.
Breakfast at the hotel.
In the morning, city tour of Mumbai visiting Gateway of India, the entrance to the port of Mumbai. We also drive through the Marine Drive, which runs along the shore of the Arabian Sea from Nariman Point past Chowpatty Beach to the foot of Malabar Hill. Also visit Dhobi Ghat (open air laundry)., Mani Bhavan (home of Mahatma Gandhi in Mumbai),
Overnight at the hotel
Breakfast at the hotel.
Day free at leisure / shopping / independent activities.
Farewell Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. In time transfer to airport to connect onward flight.
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