Fly from London Heathrow or regional airports on an overnight flight to Delhi.

Arrive Delhi in the morning. Meeting, assistance on arrival and transfer to hotel. Afternoon New Delhi sightseeing. Drive past India Gate, the 42-metre-high arch dedicated to 90,000 soldiers of the Indian Army who died in World War I. Visit the Bangla Sahib Sikh Temple which feeds thousands of people every day through its huge community kitchen. End the day with a visit to the Qutub Minar - the tallest brick minaret in North India. Overnight at The Crowne Plaza Okhlaor similar.

Morning visit Old Delhi to explore the Chandni Chowk - the main shopping area of Old Delhi; see the Paranthe wail gulli - the lane dedicated to parantha (Indian bread with various type of stuffing - and the Khari Baori the wholesale spice market. Also take an interesting cycle rickshaw ride from Jama Masjid - the great Mosque of Delhi - into the narrow streets of the walled town of Old Delhi. Pass by ancient havelis (some are over 200 years old). Many are being restored to their former glory. Afternoon drive to Agra. One night at The Grand Mercure or similar.

Shah Jehan built the Taj Mahal for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Visit at sunrise and feel the intense beauty of this iconic monument, to love, as the sun's rays caress the delicate marble stone.

After breakfast visit Agra Fort. The forbidding red sandstone Fort highlights the architectural and personal taste of the Mughal Emperors, with successive rulers adding to its majesty. The most impressive places to visit are the Dewan-e-Am, where the Emperor sat on his throne to dispense justice to his subjects, and the Dewan-e-Khas, a stunning room where foreign dignitaries were received. Next drive to the red sand stone city of Fatehpur Sikri built by the Emperor Akbar in honour of the great Sufi Saint Sheikh Salim Chisti. See the Saints Tomb and Grand Mosque. Overnight at The Shahpura Abhaneri Resort.

Morning visit the beautiful Chand Baori (Stepwell). It was built during the 8th and 9th centuries and has 3,500 narrow steps arranged in perfect symmetry, which descend 20 meters and 3 floors to the bottom of the well. Then drive to Ranthambhore National Park. Two nights at The Ranthambore Regency or similar.

Morning and afternoon game drives by shared Canter. Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve was formerly the hunting grounds, before Independence, for the Maharajahs of Jaipur. Under the Project Tiger, Ranthambore has become one of the finest tiger reserves in the country. The majestic predators roam freely and can often be seen at close quarters. Other fauna includes sambhar, chital, nilgai, chinkara, langur and wild boar. A system of three artificial lakes - Padam Talab, Rajbagh and MilakTalab, along with a few anicuts are part of the biosphere. These are an important source of water for the inhabitants of the park.

Morning scenic drive to Jaipur. Evening visit to Govind Dev Ji Temple to see the Aarti ceremony. The Temple is dedicated to Lord Sri Krishna, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Bhogs (sweets) are offered to the residing deity and bhajans are sung in chorus amidst the sound of Temple bells and traditional instruments. Two nights at The Shahpura House or similar.

Early morning walking tour of the wholesale flower and vegetable market. The main flowers sold here are marigold and local varieties of rose. Time for a cup of fresh masala Chai in a kulhad before returning to the hotel. After breakfast jeep excursion to Amber Fort Palace. Stopping first at the lovely Hawa Mahal - the Palace of Winds - for a quick photo opportunity. Amber is a gloriously romantic Rajasthani Fort Palace. The rugged, time-ravaged walls of the Fort exude power and dominance. Inside the interior is filled with expansive courtyards, delightful gardens and amazing views from every window or balcony. Wonderful miniatures painted on walls depict hunting and war scenes. Intricate latticework, frescoes and ornate inlaid doors add a delicacy to the ancient building. Inside the Jag Mandir is the famed Sheesh Mahal - totally covered with glittering mirror pieces, especially imported from Belgium. Afternoon visit the Maharaja's City Palace. It’s still used by the Royal family of Jaipur, but has been partially converted into a museum. One of the major attractions in the museum is the Armoury Museum housing an impressive array of weaponry including pistols, flintlocks, swords, rifles and daggers. Later visit the Jantar Mantar Observatory, with its astounding 17 marble and stone observation instruments. Many are still in working condition. Finally end the day with a Rickshaw Ride in the crowded bazaar of Pink city.

Morning leave Jaipur for Delhi stopping enroute at Shahpura. The buzzing market of Shahpura lies on the Jaipur/Delhi highway. Jeep ride through the town, stopping to look at local artisans work including bangle makers, mojri maker, silversmiths and sweet shops. Visit village homes to see their daily routine before lunch at the magnificent Shahpura Haveli. Then to Delhi. Overnight The Lemon Tree Premier or similar.

Morning transfer to the airport for flight back to UK.