This short but spicy Indian journey will introduce you to three very different northern cities and the colourful rural life of Rajasthan. From the hectic pace of Delhi with its bustling markets, magnificent monuments, and colonial past, travel by private transport to Agra and the mesmerizing beauty of the Taj Mahal — truly one of the wonders of the world. Discover why Jaipur is called the Pink City and get a taste of rural life at a Dhula village. Photographers and culture lovers won’t be disappointed on this classic adventure.
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Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type:
Small Group
Small group experience; Max 18, Avg 15
Age Requirement:
18-39
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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HIGHLIGHTS FROM Tour: Golden Triangle
CITY WALK
Explore the streets of Delhi with a women guide from the NexTrip–supported Women-led City Walk project and hear about how the program provides opportunities to under-privileged women.
TAJ MAHAL VISIT
Cross one off your bucket list as you visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Explore the gorgeous white marble mausoleum, built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a testament of his love for his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
Golden Triangle
8 DAYS, DELHI TO DELHI
Itinerary Notes
Want to experience the sights and sounds of Holi? Make sure you’re in India on March 14, 2025 or March 4, 2026 for the nation’s most colourful festival.
Itinerary
Day 1 Delhi
Arrive at any time and welcome to India’s bustling capital – Delhi! Opt for an arrival transfer through the NexTrip-supported Eco-Transfer Project.
Good Karma: Eco-Transfer
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.
Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your Trip-Lead and Group
Your opportunity to meet your Trip-Lead and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour.
Accomodation
Below is an example of the hotel we may use in this city. For the actual hotel your specific departure will be using, please check your voucher.
Hotel Perfect (or similar)
Hotel
Day 2 Delhi/Agra
Enjoy a Women-led walk through the backstreets of Delhi with NexTrip-supported project, City Walk. Observe a different perspective of Delhi while supporting women in the community. Later, explore Old Delhi and travel onward to Agra, home of the Taj Mahal.
Good Karma: City Walk
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.
Old Delhi Guided Walk
Delhi 1h
Visit historic Old Delhi. Explore Jama Masjid, the “Great Mosque,” and enjoy its massive courtyard, which can hold up to 25,000 worshippers. Also, visit the ancient Sikh temple of Gurdwara SisGanj, which was established in 1783.
Private Vehicle
Delhi – Agra 4h-5h 200km
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accomodation
Hotel The Agra Grande (or similar)
Hotel
Day 3 Agra
Set eyes on the sparkling Taj Mahal at sunrise before exploring more of this famous landmark. In the afternoon, visit the I’timad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj) and the Agra Fort.
Taj Mahal Visit
Taj Mahal – Agra
Cross one off your bucket list as you visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Explore the gorgeous white marble mausoleum, built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a testament of his love for his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
Baby Taj Visit
Agra
Visit this mausoleum that looks like a jewel box, built before the Taj Mahal by Queen Nur Jahan for her father. Enjoy the intricate details of the structure; it was the first Mughal building faced with white marble and where “pietra dura” (precious stones inlaid into marble) was first used.
Agra Fort Visit
Agra 1h-3h
Enjoy a visit to this impressive Mughal fort made of red sandstone and white marble.
Accomodation
Hotel The Agra Grande (or similar)
Hotel
Day 4 Agra/Dhula Village
Stop at Fatehpur Sikri, the now-deserted former capital of the Mughals, and a stunningly preserved UNESCO site. Visit the Abhaneri Stepwell and marvel at this uniquely Indian water harvesting system. In the afternoon, travel to Dhula Village and get a closer look at rural life in Rajasthan. Tonight, settle in to your cozy tent then opt to relax by the fire and take in the starry night sky.
At Dhula Village you will have the opportunity to learn about local life, play a fun game of cricket, relax in the peaceful atmosphere, or take a cycle to explore the surroundings.
Tonight’s accommodation is in spacious and comfortable tents outfitted with beds, lamps, and simple en suite bathrooms.
Private Vehicle
Āgra – Dhula Village 5h-6h
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Fatehpur Sikri Visit
Fatehpur Sikri
Explore the magnificent red sandstone fort city that was once the capital of India’s Mughal Empire and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Keep an eye out for elements of different religions, as King Akbar built three palaces for each of his favourite wives—a Hindu, a Muslim, and a Christian—in the city.
Abhaneri Stepwell Visit
Abhaneri 30m-1h
Walk around the amazing Chand Baori, a tenth century water tank that’s an impressive 6.1m (20 ft) deep. Learn about ancient Indian environmentalism—a “baori” is a unique Indian invention for harvesting rainwater.
Dhula Village Experience
Dhula Village
Get a closer look at village life with a stay in rural Dhula. Enjoy opportunities to interact and explore that may include meeting shepherds and their flocks, cycling through hamlets, tea with villagers at the local temple, trekking in the hillocks.
Accomodation
Dhulabagh Camp (or similar)
Campground
Day 5 Dhula Village/Jaipur
Continue to the pink city of Jaipur. Along the way, try your hand at block printing with the women of the Anoothi Project before arriving at your hotel. Built according to Hindu architectural principles, Jaipur utilizes a unique organization unlike anywhere else in India.
Private Vehicle
Dhula Village – Jaipur 2h 50km
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Good Karma: Anoothi Block Printing Experience
Women from marginalised communities outside Jaipur came together to create the Anoothi Project. In Hindi, Anoothi means ‘unique and extraordinary’ and by teaching these women to master the traditionally male handicraft of block printing, the collective shines a light on the unique and extraordinary within each individual. At this Good Karma visit, engage in a hands-on block printing activity with the local women as you indulge in some local snacks prepared by your hosts.
Jaipur Orientation Tour
Jaipur 1h- 2h 3km
Enjoy an orientation of the Pink City by foot, with a short e-rickshaw ride in the walled city.
Accomodation
Utsav Niwas (or similar)
Hotel
Day 6 Jaipur
Enjoy a visit to the Amber Fort, famous for its mixture of Hindu and Muslim architecture. After, visit the City Palace and have a photo opportunity at Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds).
Opt to get active by pre-booking a cycle tour or sharpen your culinary skills by pre-booking a cooking class with a local family.
Amber Fort Visit
Jaipur
Take in the Rajputana architecture of the beautiful Amber Fort. Wander through the halls and courtyards and admire the intricate details.
City Palace Visit
Jaipur 1h
Explore the courtyards, gardens, and buildings that make up the City Palace. Located in the heart of the Old City, it is a striking blend of Mughal and Rajasthani architecture. Visit the palace’s museum to look at ancient carriages and the former maharaja’s gold-embroidered wedding outfit.
Optional Activities Day - 6
Raj Mandir Cinema and Movie
200-400INR per person
Jaipur
Visit this spectacular cinema and watch a song-and-dance Bollywood film.
Jantar Mantar Visit
200INR per person 1000INR per group
Jaipur 1h-2h
Visit the Jantar Mantar observatory for a guided tour and explore the collection of astronomical instruments housed there, some dating back to 1727.
Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds) Visit
200INR per person
Jaipur 15m-30m
Enjoy a visit to the intricately-carved Hawa Mahal, or “Palace of the Winds,” which is named for the cool breeze that comes through the structure and keeps it comfortable, even in the hot Jaipur summers. Explore the main complex, blossoming gardens and the lake.
Jaipur Cooking Class with a local family
Jaipur
Join a local family in Jaipur as they welcome you into their home and share their recipes and best-loved dishes with you. Get hands-on with the ingredients and learn how to prepare Pakoda (Pakora), vegetable dishes and Indian breads such as chapatis and puris. Once the hard work is done, get to know your hosts over lunch. Savor the flavours of your creations with the additions of other vegtable dishes, daal and raita, and finish the meal with a sweet treat.
Jaipur Cycle Tour
Jaipur
With its many lanes and organized layout, Jaipur is the perfect location to explore by bicycle. Choosing to cycle through the city on this morning tour will introduce you to sights, sounds and smells that a vehicle just can’t match, so grab a helmet and jump on your bike! Navigate the streets of the ‘Pink City’ with the help of your experienced guide, starting the day with a traditional Indian yoghurt drink of Lassi. Marvel at the architectural wonders as you enter the walled part of the city and stop at the City Palace to visit the Govind Dev temple. Wander through the historical spices and sweets market, stopping for tea and a tasty snack of pakoras before heading towards the majestic Albert Hall Museum where the tour ends. Taxi transfers from the hotel to the starting point and from the finishing point back to the hotel are included in the price of this cycle tour.
Accomodation
Utsav Niwas (or similar)
Hotel
Day 7 Jaipur/Delhi
If you aren’t afraid of heights, opt for a morning hot air balloon ride over Jaipur. Return to Delhi in the afternoon and enjoy free time to explore more of the bustling city.
Admire the Pink City from above by pre-booking the morning Jaipur Balloon Ride when booking your tour.
Private Vehicle
Jaipur – Delhi 5h 320km
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Free Time
Delhi Afternoon
Enjoy free time to see more of Delhi.
Optional Activities Day - 7
Jaipur Balloon Ride
200-400INR per person
Jaipur
Begin your day at dawn, just as the sun starts to rise. As you drift into the sky, enjoy the silence and serenity of the morning, watching as the day starts for the colourfully dressed inhabitants below. From high in the sky, you may float over rolling hills, villages teeming with life, and a small monastery. You may even spot elephants—if luck is on your side.
Available September 1 – April 30
Accomodation
Hotel Perfect(or similar)
Hotel
Day 8 Delhi
Depart at any time.
Departure Day
Not ready to leave? Your Trip-Lead can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.