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10-Nights Classic India with Tiger Reserve, a Women-Only Tour from $3,450
Insight Vacations
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Classic India With Tiger Reserve Women-Only
Uncover the enduring legacy of India’s maharajas on a journey through Rajasthan: a land of walled cities, palatial forts and timeless traditions. With likeminded women by your side, travel in style from Delhi to Udaipur, you’ll stand in awe before the Taj Mahal at sunrise, seek out tigers in Sariska Tiger Reserve and explore Jaipur’s Pink City by e-rickshaw with pioneering women drivers on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Delve deeper into India’s living heritage as you learn the art of Rajasthani cuisine with Shrimati Usha Kumari in her ancestral haveli, and join international folk dancer Vijay Laxmi Ji for a private studio visit and dance session. With immersive cultural moments, regional cuisine and handpicked heritage stays, this tour brings you up close and personal with the stories, and the women, shaping India’s regal heartland.
Dining Summary
- 8 Dinner (D)
- 10 Breakfast (B)
- 3 Lunch (L)
- Delhi: Embark on a culinary adventure as you savor the bold and aromatic flavors of traditional North Indian cuisine at a local restaurant. Toast the adventure ahead with a glass of wine or locally brewed beer as you get to know your Travel Director and fellow guests - a delicious start to your journey through India.
- Jaipur: Dine outdoors at a private rural estate once used by Jaipur’s nobility for hunting retreats. Surrounded by the Aravalli Hills, enjoy Indian specialties prepared with seasonal ingredients. Lanterns and traditional furnishings reflect the region’s heritage, while the setting offers an opportunity to experience the rural landscape as Rajasthan’s royals once did.
- Deogarh: Enjoy a farm-to-table lunch at a former royal retreat surrounded by orchards and fields. Ingredients are sourced from the palace’s organic farm, which also provides employment for nearby communities. Seasonal produce and traditional recipes reflect the agricultural heritage of the region, served in a setting that blends rural charm with princely history.
- Udaipur: Gather with your Travel Director and fellow guests for dinner overlooking the waters of Lake Pichola. As Udaipur’s lakeside palaces light up at dusk, enjoy regional cuisine in a setting that and raise a toast to your journey through Rajasthan and the stories you’ve shared along the way.
- Delhi: Explore the tangled lanes of Chandni Chowk by rickshaw. Commissioned by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th-century, this historic market remains a hub of trade and tradition. The ride offers a front-row seat to daily life, passing spice stalls, textile shops, temples and tea vendors. Continue past the Red Fort’s imposing walls and visit Raj Ghat, where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948.
- New Delhi: Visit one of Delhi’s most prominent Sikh temples, built at the site associated with Guru Har Krishan, the eighth Sikh Guru. Known for its golden dome and community kitchen, this spiritual center serves over 10,000 free meals daily in an expression of seva, or selfless service, central to Sikh philosophy.
- Delhi: Explore the sandstone and marble mausoleum of Emperor Humayun, commissioned in 1565 by his widow Empress Bega Begum. A forerunner to the Taj Mahal, this UNESCO World Heritage Site blends Persian and Mughal design and was the first garden tomb on the Indian subcontinent, inspiring later Mughal architecture.
- New Delhi: Explore Agrasen ki Baoli, a centuries-old stepwell believed to have been rebuilt during the Lodi dynasty. Stretching 60 m (197 ft) in length and 15 m (49 ft) deep, its precise, tiered design once served as a vital water source. This well-preserved structure offers a window into medieval urban planning and Delhi’s layered architectural heritage.
- Agra: Visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise, perfect for enjoying the monuments symmetry without the daytime crowds. Built in the 17th-century by Emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, the site exemplifies Mughal architectural precision, combining Persian, Islamic and Indian elements in perfect alignment with its formal gardens.
- Agra: Explore Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former imperial residence of the Mughal dynasty, which ruled over India between the 16th and 19th-century. Constructed in red sandstone by Emperor Akbar in the 16th-century, the fort housed successive rulers and includes ornate palaces, audience halls and a former prison cell where Shah Jahan, builder of the Taj Mahal, spent his final years.
- Sariska Tiger Reserve: Explore the varied landscapes of Sariska Tiger Reserve on morning and afternoon game drives led by expert trackers. Once the hunting domain of Alwar’s maharajas, the reserve is now home to Bengal tigers, leopards, nilgai, sambar deer and over 200 species of birds, including crested serpent eagles and painted storks.
- Jaipur: Visit Amber Fort, the 16th-century hilltop stronghold of the Kachhwaha Rajputs, built from red sandstone and marble. Travel by Jeep up the winding approach to the fort’s main entrance, passing rugged ramparts and ancient gates. Inside, explore courtyards, mirrored halls and frescoed chambers that reveal the opulence of Rajasthan’s royal past. A special blessing ceremony offers a meaningful encounter with local tradition in a setting once reserved for royalty.
- Jaipur: Explore the City Palace, the official residence of Jaipur’s royal family since the 18th century. Designed with a blend of Rajput and Mughal influences, the complex includes grand courtyards, audience halls and a museum showcasing royal costumes, manuscripts and arms. The palace remains a symbol of the city’s regal heritage and architectural ambition.
- Lake Pichola: Board a traditional boat for a guided cruise on Lake Pichola, a freshwater lake first created in 1362 to support Udaipur’s water supply.
10 nights from $3,450 per person
Insight Vacations: Classic India with Tiger Reserve Women-Only
Day 1 - Welcome to Delhi
Welcome to the vibrant heart of India. Meet your Travel Director and fellow guests this evening for a warm welcome over a traditional Indian dinner at a local restaurant.
Accommodations: Le Méridien, New Delhi
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 - Old Delhi Heritage
Begin your day at the grand Jama Masjid, one of India’s largest mosques, and take in its imposing Mughal facade. Then, delve into the vibrant heart of Old Delhi aboard a traditional rickshaw, winding through the storied laneways of Chandni Chowk. Pass the imposing Red Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before meeting a local female chef who will lead you on a guided food walk. Discover her favorite street food spots and hear her personal insights into the city’s culinary culture. Later, visit the serene Bangla Sahib Gurdwara and meet volunteers preparing over 10,000 meals daily as an act of seva. End your day at Humayun’s Tomb, set in peaceful gardens and renowned for its Persian-inspired design.
Accommodations: Le Méridien, New Delhi
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 - New Delhi and On to Agra
Start your morning exploring Agrasen ki Baoli, a 14th-century stepwell believed to have been reconstructed during the Lodi dynasty. With its precise geometric structure and historic function as a water reservoir, it offers a rare glimpse into Delhi’s medieval engineering. Depart the city and travel to Agra, once the seat of the Mughal Empire, where you’ll check in and enjoy free time for lunch. Later, take a guided walk through Kachhpura, a riverside village known for its community art and cultural initiatives. See murals inspired by the Ramayana and gain insight into local projects supporting sustainable farming and water conservation. The day concludes at Mehtab Bagh, a Mughal garden perfectly aligned with the Taj Mahal—an iconic highlight of any India trip itinerary—where you’ll relax with tea and pakoras while taking in the view.
Accommodations: Taj Agra
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4 - The Taj Mahal at Sunrise
Rise early to witness the Taj Mahal bathed in the soft glow of sunrise, its symmetry and inlaid artistry revealed in exquisite detail. Then step inside Agra Fort, a red sandstone masterpiece and former Mughal stronghold rich with imperial history. Over lunch, enjoy Rajasthani specialties served in a restored royal palace before continuing to Sariska Tiger Reserve. On arrival, meet Ms Priya Panwar, one of the region’s pioneering female naturalists, over tea and traditional treats. Hear her inspiring story, from village life to working in wildlife rescue and conservation. Later, settle into your hotel and savor regional cuisine before an evening performance of folk music and dance, celebrating the vibrant cultural traditions of the Aravalli region.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 - On Safari at Sariska Tiger Reserve
Set out on a pre-breakfast game drive through Sariska Tiger Reserve, where cooler conditions encourage movement among species such as sambar deer, leopards and Bengal tigers. Once devoid of its tiger population, the park has seen successful reintroduction efforts and is now home to a growing number of Bengal tigers. With fewer visitors than India’s larger reserves, Sariska offers a quieter, more authentic safari experience through dry deciduous forest. Back at the resort, relax in peaceful surroundings before returning to the reserve for a second drive after lunch. Later, enjoy a cooking demonstration led by a local chef, offering a closer look at regional techniques and the ingredients that define Rajasthani cuisine.
Accommodations: Vanaashrya Resort and Spa Sariska, Tehla
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 - Jaipur, The Pink City
Travel to Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan and famed for its distinctive pink-hued architecture. Discover the walled city on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with The Pink City Rickshaw Co, an innovative social enterprise empowering local women as trained drivers and equity holders. Ride through historic quarters and past the intricate facade of the Palace of the Winds in a custom-designed e-rickshaw. This evening, dine under the stars at a private estate in the Aravalli Hills, where traditional dishes are served in a setting once favored by Jaipur’s nobility for their countryside retreats.
Accommodations: Hilton Jaipur
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7 - Forts and Palaces of Jaipur
Begin at Amber Fort, the 16th-century UNESCO-listed stronghold of the Kachhwaha Rajputs, reached by Jeep. Explore mirrored halls and painted chambers, and take part in a special blessing rooted in local tradition. Visit the City Palace, a living complex still home to the royal family and featuring a museum of courtly artifacts. After free time for lunch, enjoy your pick of Insight Choice: either visit the Albert Hall Museum, Rajasthan’s oldest public museum, or Jantar Mantar, an 18th-century astronomical observatory. Later, step into the historic Dera Mandawa haveli where Smt. Usha Kumari shares the secrets of Rajasthani cuisine during an engaging hands-on Cooking Demonstration.
Accommodations: Hilton Jaipur
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8 - Through Rural Rajasthan to Deogarh Mahal
Enjoy a Relaxed Start before traveling to Bijay Niwas Palace, a former royal estate surrounded by orchards and gardens. Here, you’ll savor a Farm-to-Table lunch of Rajasthani dishes, made with ingredients grown on the estate’s own organic farm. Continue to Deogarh, a town rich in noble heritage. Your home tonight is Deogarh Mahal, a 17th-century hilltop residence. In the afternoon, join the wife or daughter of the owning family for a guided walk through the palace’s audience halls, frescoed rooms and intimate courtyards. As you explore, learn how the family has preserved its architectural treasures and centuries-old Marwar stories for future generations.
Accommodations: Deogarh Mahal, Deogarh
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9 - To Udaipur and Lake Pichola
Start the day with an Optional Experience of yoga at Deogarh Mahal, guided by a trained instructor in a calm and atmospheric setting. Travel to Udaipur, a city founded in the 16th-century by Maharana Udai Singh II and known for its palaces and lakeside views. On arrival, take to the waters of Lake Pichola, a freshwater reservoir created in 1362 and later shaped by the Mewar dynasty. The boat cruise offers views of the City Palace, Jag Mandir and shoreline mansions, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Aravalli Hills.
Accommodations: Fateh Villas, Udaipur, Shiv Niwas Palace, Udaipur
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10 - Udaipur, The City of Lakes
Take a closer look at Udaipur’s royal and cultural landmarks with a visit to the City Palace, home to generations of the royal family and a remarkable fusion of Rajput and Mughal architecture. Afterwards, visit the studio of Vijay Laxmi Ji, an internationally recognized folk dancer and puppeteer. Join her for a folk dance demonstration, try traditional Rajasthani steps and enjoy tea in her beautifully curated studio. Then stroll past the 17th-century Jagdish Temple and continue to Saheliyon-ki-Bari, the Garden of the Maidens, designed as a leisure space for royal women. End the morning in the bustling local bazaar. The afternoon is at leisure to relax at the hotel or return to the market for a final souvenir. In the evening, join your Travel Director and fellow guests for dinner overlooking Lake Pichola and raise a toast to your journey through Rajasthan.
Accommodations: Fateh Villas, Udaipur, Shiv Niwas Palace, Udaipur
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 11 - Farewell India
Enjoy a Relaxed Start with the morning free to soak up the final moments of your time in Rajasthan. Later, board your flight to Delhi, where your journey concludes and your onward travel begins. Please ensure your onward flights from Delhi are scheduled for departure after 20:00.
Meals: Breakfast
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