Arrive in Delhi and transfer to your hotel for a one-night stay. Begin your exploration with a visit to the impressive Jama Masjid, followed by a cycle rickshaw ride through the winding lanes of Old Delhi. Discover the highlights of New Delhi with a drive past India Gate and the former Viceregal Lodge. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at the elegant Haveli Dharampura, featuring a traditional dance performance and stunning views of the Red Fort and Jama Masjid from the rooftop terrace.

Visit the magnificent Humayun’s Tomb and the historic Qutb Minar tower before driving to Agra. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel for a two-night stay.

Begin the day with a breathtaking sunrise visit to the iconic Taj Mahal. Continue to the elegant tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah and the grand Agra Fort. In the evening, head to Mehtab Bagh, the ‘Moonlight Garden,’ for a stunning sunset view of the Taj Mahal across the Yamuna River.

Journey onward to Jaipur, stopping en route to explore the atmospheric, abandoned sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri and the impressive Abhaneri stepwell. Enjoy a leisurely lunch at the opulent Laxmi Vilas Palace before continuing to the Pink City. On arrival, check in to your hotel for a three-night stay.

Start the day with a morning visit to the majestic Amber Fort, followed by a stop at the Anokhi Museum, dedicated to traditional hand block printing. In the afternoon, explore the impressive City Palace, residence of the current maharajah, and the intriguing Jantar Mantar observatory, known for its remarkable astronomical instruments.

Enjoy a day at leisure to relax or further explore Jaipur at your own pace. You might choose to wander through the city's vibrant bazaars, where you can browse an array of traditional Indian crafts, from intricate jewellery and gleaming silver to richly colored silks.

Visit the serene Birla Mandir Temple before flying to Chandigarh, the modern capital of Punjab. Established in 1948 and masterfully planned by Swiss architect Le Corbusier, the city was completed in the early 1960s as a symbol of India’s progressive vision. On arrival, transfer to your hotel for a one-night stay.

Board the early morning Kalka Shimla Express, a charming narrow-gauge toy train that winds its way through the scenic mountains. Travel in vistadome carriages, offering panoramic views through large side windows and ceiling panels for a truly immersive experience. Upon arrival in Shimla, check in to your hotel for a three-night stay.

Wander through the historic Mall, discovering the rich history behind its many colonial-era buildings as you listen to their captivating stories.

Enjoy a day at leisure with several options to choose from: take a nature walk starting from the house where Rudyard Kipling penned Plain Tales from the Hills to visit a local Shimla artist’s gallery; indulge in a relaxing afternoon tea at the elegant Oberoi Wildflower Hall; or venture to the nearby former princely state of Dhami to spend the day with its noble family, birdwatching and sharing stories over a leisurely lunch.

Drive to Chandigarh and board the train onward to Delhi. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Transfer to the airport for your international flight home.