Private journey · 10 days, 9 nights · 4 to 14 guests · Gentle pace, every activity optional
Heritage & Himalaya: A 10-Day Private Journey for You and Your Circle
Palaces, the Taj Mahal at first light, Jaipur’s master craftsmen, and three quiet nights above the sacred Ganges. You and your circle share it all, and our own team on the ground handles every detail.
length
10 Days
CUSTOM
Guests
2-14
PRIVATE
PACE
GENTLE
ACTIVITY
SEASON
OCT-APR
WINTER
RATES
$4,965
FROM
India | Before you read on
You've waited a long time to see the real India.
You want it to be colorful and unforgettable, but also calm, comfortable and well looked after. Will the pace suit everyone? Will the food agree with you?
Who do you call if something goes wrong? This journey was built to answer all of those questions.
Your route
Delhi
2 Nights
Agra
1 Night
Jaipur
3 Nights
Himalayas
3 Nights
The shape of the journey | Day by Day
Fully private and adjustable for your group. Day-by-day details.
A gracious welcome
Day 1
Arrive in Delhi
Our team meets you at the airport and brings you to The Claridges, a calm, classic retreat in leafy Lutyens’ Delhi. Tonight’s welcome dinner is all about settling in. Overnight: New Delhi · Easy
Delhi: Two cities in one
Day 2
Old Delhi
In Old Delhi, you’ll ride a rickshaw through spice lanes and stop at the great Jama Masjid. Then you’ll stroll New Delhi’s grand avenues to Humayun’s Tomb, the garden tomb that inspired the Taj. Overnight: New Delhi · Easy
Delhi to Agra: Into the Mughal heartland
Day 3
Delhi → Agra
After a comfortable drive to Agra, you’ll spend an afternoon at Agra Fort or Mehtab Bagh, watching the Taj glow across the river at sunset. Overnight: Agra · Easy
Agra to Jaipur: The Taj Mahal at first light
Day 4
Agra → Jaipur
You’ll watch the Taj turn from grey to gold at dawn, before the crowds arrive. After breakfast, you’ll drive to Jaipur, the Pink City. Overnight: Jaipur · Easy, early start
aipur: Maharajas, forts and polo
Day 5
Jaipur
You’ll explore Amber Fort, the City Palace and the Hawa Mahal. In season, you can watch polo, the sport of Jaipur’s royal family, and dine where the Maharajas once entertained. Overnight: Jaipur · Easy
Jaipur: The finest craftsmanship in the world
Day 6
Jaipur
You’ll meet the families behind Jaipur’s craft heritage: marble inlay artisans, block printers in Sanganer, gem cutters and carpet weavers. You can even try printing your own scarf. Overnight: Jaipur · Easy
Or instead: Tigers at Ranthambore. If you’re keen on wildlife, you can take Days 5 and 6 to Ranthambore National Park for an overnight stay, with jeep safaris at dawn and dusk to track wild tigers among ancient ruins. Then you’ll rejoin your group in Jaipur.
Jaipur to the Himalayan foothills: To the sacred river
Day 7
Jaipur → Delhi →Rishikesh
You’ll fly via Delhi to Jolly Grant Airport, where we’ll meet you and drive you up to Atali Ganga, your hillside lodge high above the Ganges. Dinner will be on the terrace under the stars. Overnight: Atali Ganga · Easy
Raft to Rishikesh and the Ganga Aarti
Day 8
Atali Ganga
You’ll float down the Ganges through gentle Class II–III rapids into Rishikesh. At dusk, you’ll join the Aarti, a moving riverside ceremony of fire, chanting and floating lamps, before the drive back.
Or instead: a guided walk in the foothills, with views of the snow-capped Himalaya on clear days, and a car into town for the Aarti. Overnight: Atali Ganga · Easy to moderate
Foothills, reflection and rest
Day 9
Atali Ganga
This morning, you can hike forest trails and ridgelines, with glimpses of the Greater Himalaya on clear days. The afternoon is yours for journaling, yoga, a riverside read or simply doing nothing at all. Overnight: Atali Ganga · Choose your level
Depart: Home with stories to share
Day 10
→ Onward / Home
After a final breakfast above the river, we’ll transfer you to Jolly Grant for your flight to Delhi and your onward connection home.
Something for everyone in your group
For Culture Lovers
Old Delhi, the Taj at dawn, palaces, and artisans at work.
For the Outdoorsmen
Optional tiger safaris, whitewater on the Ganges, and Himalayan trails.
For anyone who needs quiet
a riverside lodge, yoga, the Aarti, and slow afternoons.
Peace of mind, built in
Pace
Gentle. Every walk and activity is optional, and longer drives are broken with stops.
Our Team on the Ground
Your guide and driver are with you every day, and our operations team is on call around the clock.
Food and comfort
Fresh, carefully prepared meals at trusted lodges and restaurants, adapted to your tastes.
Health and medical access
Delhi, Agra and Jaipur all have modern private hospitals, and you’re usually an hours drive from one. Your host knows exactly where to go and stays with you throughout. We recommend travel insurance that includes medical evacuation.
In Their Words
Inclusions & Exclusions
What's included
- – Private English-speaking guide, driver and vehicle
– 9 nights at hand-picked hotels and lodges
– All meals (full board) at Atali Ganga
– Domestic flights (Jaipur to Delhi to Jolly Grant, and back to Delhi)
– Airport transfers, rafting, guided activities, monument entry fees and craft visits
– 24-hour host support
Whats Not Included
- – International flights
– Travel and evacuation insurance (required)
– The Ranthambore option (priced separately)
– Tips, drinks and personal purchases
Your Invitation
1
Call with Misty
A complimentary conversation by phone, video or in person.
2
Found For You
Designed for You · Misty shapes every day around your group, drawing on 30 years in India.
3
Call with Your Group
Misty walks everyone through it and answers every question.
4
We handle the rest
Flights, transfers and every booking, with your host beside you 24 hours a day.
Questions about this journey
Yes. Our own team meets you on arrival, travels beside you and handles every detail. Private vehicles, handpicked hotels and an unhurried pace keep everything comfortable, with someone always within reach.
Not at all. Rafting and hiking are entirely optional. Rishikesh offers gentle riverside walks, spa time and the evening Aarti instead. Everyone chooses their own pace, so no one is left behind or bored.
Gently. Our hotels and chefs prepare fresh, thoughtfully sourced meals, and we guide you toward what suits you. Vegetarian, gluten-free and other dietary needs are arranged in advance, mild or spiced to taste.
Rishikesh and nearby Dehradun have hospitals and clinics, and our team arranges a doctor or transport if needed. We strongly recommend travel insurance with medical evacuation cover. Share any health needs beforehand so we can plan.