5-Day Luxury Itinerary for North India in July 2023

1. Day 1: New Delhi
   Indira Gandhi International Airport to The Leela Palace New Delhi

   Start your day with a visit to the iconic Red Fort, followed by a shopping spree at Chandni Chowk, one of the oldest and busiest markets in Old Delhi. For lunch, head to Bukhara at ITC Maurya, known for its delicious kebabs. Spend the afternoon exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Humayun's Tomb, and end your day with a visit to the Lotus Temple, a magnificent Bahá'í House of Worship.

2. Day 2: Agra
   The Leela Palace New Delhi to The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra

   Wake up early to witness the sunrise at the stunning Taj Mahal, followed by a guided tour of the monument. Enjoy a luxurious breakfast at The Oberoi Amarvilas before heading to Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Itmad-ud-Daula, a beautiful Mughal mausoleum. In the evening, you can witness the Mohabbat-e-Taj show, a spectacular musical about the Taj Mahal's history.

3. Day 3: Jaipur
   The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra to Rambagh Palace, Jaipur

   Start your day with a visit to Fatehpur Sikri, a deserted city and UNESCO World Heritage Site. After lunch, head to Jaipur, also known as the Pink City, and check in at the luxurious Rambagh Palace. Spend the afternoon exploring the City Palace Museum, followed by a visit to Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Rajasthani dinner and cultural show at Chokhi Dhani.

4. Day 4: Jaipur
   Rambagh Palace, Jaipur

   Start your day with an early morning hot air balloon ride over Jaipur, followed by a visit to the famous Amber Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For lunch, head to Baradari at City Palace, and in the afternoon, explore the Hawa Mahal, a beautiful palace known for its unique architecture. End your day with a visit to Jal Mahal, a stunning palace situated in the middle of Mansagar Lake.

5. Day 5: New Delhi
   Rambagh Palace, Jaipur to Indira Gandhi International Airport

   On your last day, visit the Qutub Minar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, followed by a visit to the magnificent Akshardham Temple. For lunch, head to Indian Accent at The Lodhi, known for its Indian fusion cuisine. Spend your afternoon shopping at Khan Market or Select Citywalk, before heading to the airport for your flight back home.

Recommendations

You should also consider visiting the stunning Amer Fort, taking a cooking class to learn how to make traditional Indian dishes, and taking a side trip to the Ranthambore National Park to witness the Royal Bengal Tiger. To maximize your fun, hire a private driver for your trip and take advantage of the luxurious amenities offered by each hotel. We also recommend booking a spa treatment at each hotel to truly relax and rejuvenate!

Time and Costs Estimates

• Red Fort (2 hours, £2.50)
• Chandni Chowk (2-3 hours, £10-£50)
• Bukhara at ITC Maurya (2 hours, £30-£50)
• Humayun's Tomb (2 hours, £4)
• Lotus Temple (1 hour, free)
• Taj Mahal (2-3 hours, £10-£50)
• Agra Fort (2 hours, £4)
• Itmad-ud-Daula (1 hour, £2)
• Mohabbat-e-Taj show (1 hour, £10-£25)
• Fatehpur Sikri (2-3 hours, £3)
• City Palace Museum (2 hours, £6)
• Jantar Mantar (1-2 hours, £4)
• Chokhi Dhani (4 hours, £30-£50)
• Amber Fort (2-3 hours, £6)
• Baradari at City Palace (2 hours, £25-£50)
• Hawa Mahal (1-2 hours, £2)
• Jal Mahal (1 hour, free)
• Qutub Minar (1-2 hours, £2.50)
• Akshardham Temple (2 hours, free)
• Indian Accent at The Lodhi (2 hours, £50-£100)
• Private driver (5 days, £300-£500)
• Spa treatment (1-2 hours, £50-£100)
• Total Estimated Costs: £700-£1200

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