Golden triangle with Ranthambore

- Arrival in Delhi. - Welcome with a flower necklace and Mauli. Welcome with a flower garland and Mauli upon arrival at Delhi airport, meet Sentiers DuMonde representative and your guide who will accompany you during the tour.. MAULI The red thread or Kalava symbolizes longevity and protection against enemies. This is why it is also called "thread of Raksha". Many attributes are associatedwithMauli, it is known as the protective shield that keeps evil/negativeenergies and problems from the world at bay. The Mauli is also tied to receive the blessings of the deity worshiped during the puja (prayer) or havan (sacred fire) ceremony. Transfer to the hotel and installation (rooms will be available from 2:00 p.m.) Night at the hotel.

- Introduction of Hindi - Optional: Kabootarbaazi On the roof of old Delhi OR - Optional: Discover the street food of Delhi - Visit to Delhi - Taste Jalebi - Visit to Bangla Sahib Gurdwara (Sikh temple) Breakfast at the hotel. Introduction of Hindi: Learn a few Hindi words from your guide, which will help you understand and communicate with the locals. Optional: Kabootarbaazi On the roof of old Delhi: Get an up-close look at the fascinating flight of pigeons on an Old Delhi resident's roof. Enjoy Indian hospitality in the warm surroundings of a family home. Magnificent viewofoldDelhi froma rooftop. Feed healthy pet pigeons, understand their lifestyle and habits. Wave flags, blow whistles and help direct the pigeon formation. Understanding the sport's user-friendly awarded reward system. OR Optional: Discover the street food of Delhi: Discover the other cultures of India in the footsteps of Delhi through food and your taste buds. An unknown experience that takes you away from the mainstream of Delhi. The activity is unique because through the flavors you will be able to understand the history and culture of the migrants fromthe northeast. The activity is designed to allow you to taste food and culture that is hidden from the general public. The activity focuses on telling stories through theconsumption of food and ingredients, giving you an eventful experience. Different types of street food are offered. The streets of Delhi are all about food. We have therefore selected some good local, safe and delicious addresses for taste explorers. Delhi, around 20 million people clearly divided between the old and new cities. NEWDELHI with some large spaces, and OLD DELHI with its bustling little streets. After lunch at the hotel, you will explore OLD DELHI, pass by the RED FORT and enter the always bustling main shopping street ChandniChowk. Enjoy a pedicab ride and see some of the best silver jewelry, craft and candy stores. This place four thousandpeopleday and night. Later, visit the JamaMasjid, the largest mosque in the Indian subcontinent. Taste Jalebi: The South Asian variety is prepared by frying a doughmade frommaida flour (plain flour or all-purpose flour) into pretzel or circular shapes, which are then dipped in sugar syrup. Lunch in a local restaurant. Then visit Raj Ghat and discover the enchanting Humayun's Tomb, surrounded by lush gardens and built in memory of theMughal EmperorHumayun by his devotedwife. Passby the IndiaGate,the Parliament Building, the President's House and finally Bangla Sahib Gurdwara (Sikh Temple). Return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

- Depart for Jaipur - En route visit Pushkar - An evening of Bollywood cinema After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Jaipur. Jaipur – The vibrant capital of Rajasthan, owes its nickname “pink city” to the pink paint that covers the buildings of the old city. Built on the bed of a dry lake in an arid landscape, the city is surrounded by bare hills, topped with fortresses and crenellated ramparts. Installation at the hotel and lunch. In eveningof Bollywood cinema then awaits at the RAJ Mandir, the largest cinema in Rajasthan with a capacity of 2,500 seats, with small waiting rooms, a bar and very chic decor. Even if you don't understandHindi, this experience will leave you with a certain amount of astonishment. Bollywood is part of the Indian way of life and practically the only entertainment for the majority population of India. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

- Visit of the splendid Amber Fort - Optional: Walking on water in Nahargarh OR - Optional: The Elephantesque experience - Electronic rickshaw ride in the old market of Jaipur Breakfast at the hotel. A visit to the splendid Amber Fort overlooking a lake. Climb to the top of the ramparts on the back of an elephant (subject to availability) led by a mahout. Inside the palace, a religious ceremony takes place every morning in the Kal temple. Optional: Walking on water in Nahargarh During this 2-hour guided tour, you will discover ancient hydraulic structures - canals, Roman aqueducts, steppedwells, storage tanks - and learn their function, architecture and history. You will discover ancient hydraulic structures - canals, Roman aqueducts, stepped wells, storage tanks - and learn about their function, architecture and history. The tour is peppered with facts, anecdotes and stories that make the experience fun and entertaining OR Optional: The Elephant Experience:- Encountering elephants in their natural habitat is an experience worth having. Vedic Walks offers a responsible way to spend quality time with these gentle giants rather than bothering them forwalks. Take a subtle walk around the village surrounded by the Aravali mountains and an elephant bathing water body in between.Explore the elephant shelter and share smiles with their keepers and family. We have plenty of bananasfor you to become friends with. A unique opportunity to learn the sign language used by their keepers and dry rub them to strengthen your friendship. You have time ! Why not bake a loaf or two and feed themfresh! The day with the elephants is a memorable experience forwildlife enthusiasts, who can get closer to elephants and participate in responsible tourism. Lunch at local restaurant. In the afternoon, walk in the “pink city” so full of life. In the streets, cows, elephants, bicycles and taxis meet with a loud noise of horns. Youwill pass by the famous HawaMahal (house of the wind), later visit the City Palace and also the Jantar Mantar observatory. E-rickshaw ride in the oldmarket of Jaipur, the bazaars of Jaipur are legendary. In 1729, Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II sent letters to famous trading houses across India, inviting them to settle in Jaipur. They received prime locations, free land and concessions on taxes. Situated on important trade routes, Jaipur quickly became a major center for trade and commerce, home to a large number of artisans and merchants. Return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

- Depart for Ranthambore. - Visit Ranthambore Fort. Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for Ranthambore, One of India’s most popular nature reserves, Ranthambore National Park is known for its small population of friendly tigers, who do not seemto shy away fromthe approach of humans. Tucked betweenthe rugged Aravalli and Vindhyahills, the reserve also boasts a spectacular landscape filled with border -strewn highland plateaus, lakes and rivers. . A hunting ground for the local maharajas until 1970, the park has since become a refuge for hundreds of species of birds, mammals and reptiles. Upon arrival, you will proceed to check in at your hotel and lunch. Later on, visit Ranthambore Fort lies within the Ranthambore National Park, near the city of Sawai Madhopur in Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan, India. the park being the former hunting grounds of theMaharajahs of Jaipur until the time of India's Independence. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

- Early morning and afternoon Jungle safari. Early morning and afternoon game drive into Ranthambore National Park (Exclusive Jeep Safari) Lunch, dinner and overnight at the hotel.

- Depart for Agra - On the way visit Fatehpur Sikri - Visit the Red Fort - In the evening, you will attend a magic show (private) Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Agra then en route to your final destination of the trip (ormaybe not). On theway to Agra, visit Fatehpur Sikri, the magnificent walled ghost town. Lunch in a local restaurant. Then continue to Agra, visit the Red Fort, whosemilitary might cannot be doubted. It was the residenceof theMughal emperors. Everyone has left their mark, the red sandstone of Akbar and Jahangir, the white marble of Shah Jahan. The fort extends on the banks of the Yamuna surrounded by a wall 20 to 33 meters high and 2500m in perimeter. Late check-in at your hotel. In the evening, you attend a magic show (private) Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

- Morning visit to the famous Taj Mahal (closed on Fridays). - Departure by road to Delhi. After breakfast at hotel. Visit to the famous Taj Mahal (closedon Fridays). It was built by theMughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. The construction of this magnificent mausoleum dedicated to love was completed in 22 years. After spending a few unforgettable hours. Optional: Visiting a Petha shop in Agra is a delightful experience without supplement Petha is a famous sweet delicacy native to the city and holds a special place in its culinary heritage. The main ingredient of Petha is ash gourd, which is peeled, deseeded, and cut into pieces. A visit to a Petha shop in Agra promises a sweet andmemorable experience, allowing you to indulge in one of the city's most beloved culinary treasures. Whether you're a local or a visitor, sampling different varieties of Petha is a must -do activity in Agra. Then depart for Delhi. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Transfer to the airport for your return flight for onward destination. ***END OF TOUR***