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Taj Mahal & the Treasures of India - Pushkar Fair 2025

16 Days Tour

Sept 2025 - Mar 2026

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The Taj Mahal at dawn, a Bengal tiger resting amid teak forest shadows, the sensory cavalcade of a Mumbai marketplace, time-honored rituals playing out along the Ganges — this is India revealed only as A&K can. Experience this irrepressibly vibrant destination in all its glory as you track game in reserves teeming with wildlife, immerse yourself in the incomparable cities of Mumbai, Delhi and Varanasi and experience the kaleidoscopic Pushkar Fair.

Experience a unique blend of spirituality, culture and commerce during two days at the bustling Pushkar Fair

Unveil the grandeur of India’s royal past during stays in former palaces transformed into luxurious hotels

Glide across the serene waters of Lake Pichola on a private sunset boat cruise

Behold the glorious Taj Mahal at sunrise and sunset

Set out in search of the elusive Bengal tiger on private safaris in Panna National Park and join a member of the local Pardhi community for an exclusive talk on conservation

Witness a mesmerizing aarti ceremony on the banks of the holy Ganges in Varanasi

Explore the diverse appeal of India’s great cities, from the political hub of Delhi to fast-paced Mumbai, the country’s innovative commercial heart

Detailed Itinerary
  • Mumbai

Day 1 | ARRIVE MUMBAI, INDIA

Arrive in Mumbai, where you are met by an Abercrombie & Kent representative and transferred to your hotel.

Your Hotel : The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai

Day 2 | MUMBAI - BUSTLING ENVIRONS

Explore the city’s classic sites, beginning with the Gateway of India, an 85-foot-high arch with a design that reflects India’s Muslim and Hindu traditions. Visit the Prince of Wales Museum and Mani Bhawan, a museum dedicated to the life and works of Mahatma Gandhi. Next, see the Dhobi Ghat, the largest open-air laundry in the world and a wonderfully colorful spectacle to behold. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner.

Your Hotel : The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai

  • Udaipur

Day 3 | UDAIPUR - CRUISE TO JAG MANDIR

Fly to Udaipur this morning and settle into your stunning palace hotel set in the middle of scenic Lake Pichola. Relax this afternoon before embarking on a private cruise past Jag Mandir, a marble palace on an island in Lake Pichola, followed by a Scenic Sundowner and dinner at your hotel.

Your Hotel: Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur

Day 4 | UDAIPUR - GLORIES OF MUGHAL PALACES

Explore the City Palace, a marble complex that offers unforgettable views of Lake Pichola and its surroundings. Continue to the Crystal Gallery in Fateh Prakash Palace. Stroll through the Sahelion Ki Bari (Garden of the Maids of Honor). Enjoy a Chef’s Table cooking demonstration, followed by lunch, learning about the preparation of royal Mewar cuisine in a local family’s home.

Your Hotel: Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur

  • Pushkar

Day 5 | PUSHKAR - EXPERIENCING THE COLORFUL FAIR

Early this morning, drive to the otherwise quiet, secluded desert town of Pushkar, sharing the road with camels, trucks, cattle, water buffalo and rickshaws as you approach. Spend the next two days experiencing the bustling Pushkar Fair, a colorful whirl of activity drawing people from all around the globe.

Your Hotel : Pratap Mahal, Ajmer-IHCL SeleQtions

Day 6 | PUSHKAR - A BEVY OF ACTIVITY

Enjoy another opportunity to experience the Pushkar Fair. See painted and adorned camels and cattle being traded; peruse stalls selling camel tassels and woven gypsy dowry bags; and witness Hindu devotees as they throng the ghats around Pushkar Lake in order to bathe, cleanse their sins and attain a place in heaven.

Your Hotel : Pratap Mahal, Ajmer-IHCL SeleQtions

  • Jaipur

Day 7 | JAIPUR - CITY PALACE & JANTAR MANTAR

Travel overland to Jaipur and check in to your hotel, the former residence of the Maharajah of Jaipur. Later, explore the City Palace, a unique and arresting complex of several palaces, pavilions, gardens and temples. Located within the palace’s gates is the Mubarak Mahal, or “Auspicious Palace,” which contains textiles including the royal formal costumes, sanganeri block prints, Kashmiri pashminas and silk saris. Then, visit Jantar Mantar, an open-air array of astronomical instruments.

Your Hotel : Rambagh Palace, Jaipur

Day 8 | JAIPUR - DESIGN YOUR DAY

See the Palace of the Winds – built for the women of the royal household to observe street life without being seen. Proceed to explore the beautiful Mughal-style Amber Fort. This red sandstone and marble palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This afternoon, enjoy one of these Design Your Day activities.

  • Practice Yoga During a Private Session at Rambagh Palace.
  • Visit Badal Mahal, to interact with local women receiving training in traditional craft making, supported by A&K Philanthropy.
  • Discover the Bazaars of Jaipur, taking in the vibe of local life and browsing for mementos.

Your Hotel : Rambagh Palace, Jaipur

  • Agra

Day 9 | AGRA - VISIONS OF THE TAJ MAHAL

Drive to Agra, observing the colorful rural life of Rajasthan on your journey. Upon arrival, catch your first glimpse of the breathtaking Taj Mahal from your luxurious room. Visit the Taj Mahal in the late afternoon, as the setting sun bathes it in a soft orange glow.

Your Hotel : The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra

Day 10 | AGRA - MONUMENTS OF EMPERORS

Make a return visit to the Taj Mahal this morning, when the rising sun lends a warm pink tint to its marble face. This elaborate mausoleum, created by the emperor Shah Jahan in memory of the most beloved of his wives, is the apex of Mughal architecture, its gem-encrusted marble skin giving it a shimmering, intangible quality. Proceed to Agra Fort, a 16th-century Mughal monument and UNESCO World Heritage Site where Shah Jahan was once held prisoner.

Your Hotel : The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra

  • Khajuraho

Day 11 | KHAJURAHO - INTO THE WILD

Depart by express train to Jhansi. After lunch continue to Khajuraho, located outside of remote Panna National Park. Meet with a member of the nomadic Pardhi community to learn about their role in the continuing effort to repopulate Panna National Park with the Bengal tiger, an A&K-exclusive insider access moment.

Your Hotel : The LaLiT Temple View Khajuraho

Day 12 | PANNA NATIONAL PARK - TRACKING THE BENGAL TIGER

Depart by express train to Jhansi. After lunch continue to Khajuraho, located outside of remote Panna National Park. Meet with a member of the nomadic Pardhi community to learn about their role in the continuing effort to repopulate Panna National Park with the Bengal tiger, an A&K-exclusive insider access moment.

Your Hotel : The LaLiT Temple View Khajuraho

  • Varanasi

Day 13 | KHAJURAHO & VARANASI - INDIA'S HOLIEST CITY

Explore the magnificent Hindu and Jain temples of Khajuraho, adorned with intricate stone carvings depicting all aspects of life. Fly to Varanasi early this afternoon, a city sacred to Hindus and Buddhists alike. At dusk, head to the banks of the sacred Ganges River to witness the aarti ceremony. Chanted prayers and rhythmic drumming fill the air as you watch lantern-bearing priests bid the gods and goddesses a restful slumber.

Your Hotel: Taj Ganges, Varanasi

  • Delhi

Day 14 | VARANASI & DELHI - PRIVATE SUNRISE RIVER CRUISE

Rise early for a private sunrise cruise on the Ganges River to observe activity along the ghats (stone steps leading down to the river), where locals and pilgrims cleanse themselves, literally and spiritually. Later, fly to Delhi and settle into your hotel, where you later gather for a farewell cocktail and dinner.

Your Hotel: The Oberoi, New Delhi

Day 15 | DELHI - EXPLORING THE OLD & THE NEW

Your Hotel: The Oberoi, New Delhi

Visit the great Jama Masjid, the most important mosque in India. Completed in 1656, its two minarets, made from red sandstone and white marble, each stand 131 feet tall. Then, take an exciting rickshaw ride through the carts and stalls of Chandni Chowk bazaar, one the oldest and busiest markets in Old Delhi. After lunch, explore New Delhi, including Humayun’s Tomb, the last resting place of an esteemed 16th-century Mughal emperor and an architectural precursor of the Taj Mahal.

Day 16 | DEPART DELHI

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departing flight.

Your Hotel: The Oberoi, New Delhi

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