Welcome to India! Upon arrival at India Gandhi International Airport, greeted by our representative and escorted to your hotel with your private driver. Our representative will assist you to check in and brief you about the following tours. Have some free time on your own to adjust to the new time zone. elcome to India! Upon arrival at India Gandhi International Airport, greeted by our representative and escorted to your hotel with your private driver. Our representative will assist you to check in and brief you about the following tours. Have some free time on your own to adjust to the new time zone. Read more

New Delhi

A full-day guided city sightseeing of Delhi follows after morning breakfast. The capital of India is a true reflection of the old and the new India. We start our morning tour with New Delhi. Our first stop is the famous India Gate - a war memorial dedicated to thousands of Indian soldiers who lost their lives during World War-I and the Third Anglo-Afghan War. Thereafter, we drive past both the Houses of Parliament and Connaught Place both being iconic attractions and a reflection of the British colonial-era architecture. At Old Delhi, enjoy a rickshaw ride and explore the hubbub yet the charming side of the old Delhi. Visit the 361-year-old Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India with a courtyard that can hold up to 25,000 devotees. The elegant looking mosque with onion-shaped dome and minarets was commissioned by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, who built the famous Taj Mahal. Next is the UNESCO World Heritage site, the Red Fort - [Closed on Monday] served as the imperial residence of the Mughal dynasty for around 200 years. Built of red sandstone, the construction started in 1639 and took nine years. Enclosed behind the massive high walls are wonderful structures to admire. Our next stop, the Humayun’s tomb is a magnificent garden tomb and the first grave of a Mughal dynasty. It was built in 1565 by Bega Begum - senior widow of emperor Humayun, nine years after his demise. The arched exterior facade is inlaid with bands of white and red sandstone. Its Islamic geometrical style strictly dominates the building’s structure and design. Lastly, we will proceed to another World Heritage site, the Qutub Minar – a brick minaret towering 72 meters, 15 meters in diameter at the base and a mere 2.5 meters at the top. Built-in 1192, Qutub Minar is the highest single tower in India and the tallest brick minaret in the world. The 5 storey tower is made of marble, buff and red sandstone, in a honeycomb design. Beautiful Arabic verses are carved on the walls. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel. Read more

New Delhi

After breakfast, head to Agra by private AC vehicle (4-5 hours) with your private driver. Stopover for a coffee break or photo opportunities is at your request any time en-route. On arrival, check in to your hotel.

Agra

Rise early for a visit to the Taj Mahal in all its glory as the sun is rising, which is the best time to see this world-famous manmade wonder. Return to your hotel for breakfast and freshen-up. This afternoon visit Agra Fort and end your day at Mehtab Bagh (moonlight garden), on the opposite side of the Yamuna River, which is a nice place to witness the sunset at Taj Mahal. Read more

Agra

After breakfast, head west to Jaipur (approx. 5 hours), stopping en route to visit Fatehpur Sikri, the former royal city and capital of Emperor of Akbar, boasting one of the finest examples of Mughal architectural splendour at its height. Check in to hotel upon your arrival in Jaipur. Rest of the day is at your leisure. Read more

Jaipur

Today, you have a full day private tour of Amber Fort and Jaipur city. The morning journey starts with a jeep ride ascend to the entrance of Hillside Amber Fort, located in Amer, a town 11 km away from Jaipur city. Inside also visit the fabulous Sheesh Mahal (Palace of Mirrors). Return to Jaipur city and you will be taken to Maharaja City Palace, a royal palace with seven storeys as well as Jantar Mantar, the observatory. Another palace, Hawa Mahal is popular all over the world for its magnificent architecture. You will be taken through a pink rose garden as well as business centres of Jaipur. Read more

Jaipur

After checking out of the hotel, transferred to Delhi (4.5-5 hours). Upon arrival, you may take advantage of this time for a last-minute gift shopping before our representative escorts you to the international airport for your flight to Sri Lanka. Welcome to Sri Lanka, the ‘Pearl of the Indian Ocean’! On arrival in Colombo, you're met by your private chauffeur-guide and driven to your hotel in Negombo, a seaside town which is only 20 minutes away from the airport. Rest of the day is at your leisure. Read more

Negombo

In the morning, start your exploration of Negombo, this historical commercial centre surrounded by a fascinating network of canals teeming with rural life. Wake up early and catch the action at the Negombo fish market. The market is situated at the northern end of a lagoon renowned for lobsters, crabs and prawns. Weave through stalls piled with shark, squid, barracuda and unheard of sea creatures as the sellers call out their wares, and get a great insight into local commerce. In the afternoon, head inland to Dambulla (approximately 5 hours), home to vibrantly decorated cave-temples and a great base to explore the wide array of natural wonders and historic sites in this fascinating area. Read more

Sigiriya

In the morning, start with a visit to the landmark of this country, the 5th-century legendary sky citadel of "Lion Rock" - arguably the most impressive site in Sri Lanka. In the afternoon, continue your exploration in the rural village of Hiriwadunna. Travel into the lush Sri Lankan countryside by a jeep or a tuk-tuk. At dusk, take a boat ride and sail to the other side of a lake, enjoy the fantastic sunset view, and look out for birds, butterflies, as well as the villagers fishing or washing clothes at the lake. Read more

Sigiriya

Today, get started with the famous Dambulla Cave Temple, home to many magnificent Buddha images and rock painting dating back to 2nd century BC. After that, head for Ceylon's old capital of Kandy, en route stop for an interesting visit to learn a wide range of spices at one of spice garden, whose 15-minute complimentary Ayurveda Massage is recommended. After arriving in Kandy (approx. 3.5 hrs by road), appreciate a vivid and traditional cultural dance (Kandyan Dance) before walking to the nearby Sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic - Sri Lanka's most sacred Buddhist shrine, the Puja Ritual held in the temple with all the fanfare, drums, trumpets and brightly coloured Monks definitely show you how special and spiritually important the temple means to Sri Lanka. Read more

Kandy

In the morning, take an interesting visit to Royal Botanical Garden of Peradeniya which boasts 300+ varieties of orchids, spices, medicinal plants and palm trees. This afternoon is at your leisure. You could either rest at your lovely hotel or explore the city with your chauffeur-guide, like walking around Kandy Lake in the city centre or shopping in the downtown markets. Read more

Kandy

Ceylon tea is known as one of the best teas in the world and is crucial to the Sri Lankan economy. Today, you will take a morning half-day excursion to Geragama Tea Estate, 20 minutes away from Kandy city, where you could see the tea plantation, visit a tea factory and be treated to a lesson in the intricate steps required to process tea leaves into tea. After enjoying a cup of estate-grown and processed tea, you will be driven to Galle (approx. 6 hours). Upon arrival, check in to the hotel and rest of the day is at your leisure. Read more

Galle

Today, your chauffeur-guide will show you around the Dutch Fort, the colonial heart of Galle. It is regarded as one of Sri Lanka's best-preserved fortresses, where you will see a few small museums and imposing Dutch churches. Later, you could wander the rampart walls and enjoy the views. In the evening, it is suggested that you try one of the local restaurants for dinner in the fort, which are lit up at night and many of the small boutiques stay open into the evening. Read more

Galle

Today, you will board a train at Galle Railway station northwards to Colombo City, the capital of Sri Lanka. The railway from Galle to Colombo follows the coastal route and is scenic and enjoyable. The 3-4 hours' journey offers chances of photos with locals, as well as beautiful views of the ocean and some spectacular places the train passes by. Upon your arrival, be picked up by your chauffeur-guide at Colombo railway station. Transfer to your hotel and rest of the day is at your leisure. Read more

Colombo

The morning after breakfast, take a guided city tour to explore Colombo's colonial legacies including the Independence Square, Gangaramaya Temple of Colombo, the mile-long promenade of Galle Face Green and Colombo's National Museum. Stop for taking pictures when drive by the former British Administrative Center. In the late afternoon, you will be escorted to CMB airport for your onward flight. Read more