Treasures of India Ultra-Lux Small-Group Tour with Palace Stays, Lake Pichola Cruise, Taj Mahal & Panna National Park Safari

Discover India’s vivid colours and ancient history on this ultra-lux small-group tour (max. 18 travellers) of magnificent palaces and rich natural landscapes. Watch the sun disappear behind the dazzling Taj Mahal at dusk, then return to see the warm glow of sunrise creep across its ivory dome. Take a private sunset cruise on tranquil Lake Pichola, cocktail in hand. Search the forest for the watchful Bengal tiger and learn about the local community’s work to protect this endangered wildcat on private safaris at Panna National Park. Then, bear witness to the lighting of the lamps and rhythmic chanting of Ganga Aarti – a beautiful ceremony held on the banks of the holy Ganges River.

Between your daily excursions, relax in the opulent surroundings of your historic palace hotels and taste the life of maharajas, from the former royal residence of Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur – floating out on romantic Lake Pichola – to the awe-inspiring grounds of sprawling Rambagh Palace. Travel in utmost comfort with internal flights and private coach transfers, bellboy luggage handling and valet laundry service. Avail yourself of your Tour Director’s expertise and extend your learning with the inside knowledge of your English-speaking local guides.

Your journey takes you to: Mumbai – Udaipur – Jaipur – Agra – Jhansi – Panna National Park – Khajuraho – Varanasi – Delhi.