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Transformative Travel

Temples, Tigers & Taj · Delhi, Agra, Ranthambore & Jaipur

One Journey, Something for Everyone in Your Group

Temples and bazaars for the culture lovers, private tiger safaris for the adventurers, and the Taj at sunrise for all of you. Every detail handled by our own team.

length

11 Days

CUSTOM

Guests

4-14

PRIVATE

PACE

GENTLE

ACTIVITY

SEASON

OCT-APR

WINTER

RATES

$8,725

FROM

India

Picture it: a tiger crosses the track in front of your jeep at dawn, and that night the whole group retells it over dinner, each version a little bigger.

Different interests, one shared story. This journey is built so nobody is ever bored or left behind.

Our own team handles everything else, so you can enjoy it alongside them.

Something for everyone in your group

No one in your group sits out. Every day has a shared highlight and optional extras.

For Culture Lovers

Living temples, bazaars and Jaipur's palaces, explained by a guide who grew up with them.

For the adventurers

For the adventurers: Private jeep safaris in Ranthambore with an expert naturalist worth talking to.

For all of you, together

The Taj at sunrise and private dinners your circle will talk about for years.

The shape of the journey | Day by Day

Fully private and adjustable for your group.

Welcome to India

Day 1

Arrive in Delhi

Met as you step off the plane and taken straight to your hotel. Rest, then welcome drinks together.

Explore Delhi's Walls of History

Day 2

Old Delhi

The golden Sikh temple of Bangla Sahib, where volunteers feed thousands a day, then Old Delhi by rickshaw.

Taj-Bound Passage

Day 3

Delhi → Agra

An easy drive to Agra. Afternoon at the Agra Fort, then sunset over the Taj from the gardens across the river.

The Taj at Sunrise

Day 4

Agra → Ranthambore National Park

The Taj before the crowds, then on to tiger country and India’s Ranthambore National Park. 

Into the jungle

Day 5

Ranthambore National Park

Your first jeep safari at dawn, through ruined forts and lakes where tigers come to drink. Afternoon at the pool, or a second safari.

Ranthambore

Day 6

Ranthambore National Park

Another dawn in the forest. Those who’d rather stay back can visit a village or simply rest.

Back to Delhi

Day 7

Ranthambore National Park → Jaipur

A final morning drive, then to Jaipur. 

Amber Fort

Day 8

Jaipur

Up the hill to Amber Fort, then an afternoon in the bazaars.

Royal Jaipur

Day 9

Jaipur

The City Palace and the giant stone instruments of the Jantar Mantar observatory.

Back to Delhi

Day 10

Jaipur → Delhi

Up the hill to Amber Fort, then an afternoon in the bazaars.

Depart

Day 11

→ Onward / Home

A final morning drive, then to Jaipur. 

A Day on Safari

Dawn (Optional)

The best time to safari with coffee in hand.

Late Moring

Breakfast together, then the pool, a spa or a village walk.

Afternoon

Optional: a second safari, or rest at the lodge.

Evening

Dinner by the fire, sharing the day's sightings.

Peace of mind, built in

You're bringing people you care about. Here is exactly how we look after them.

Our own team on the ground

Our India team, led by Ramesh, is with you from arrival to departure. Not a call centre.

The pace, stated plainly

Gentle. Mostly short, easy walks. Some paths in the old forts and lanes are uneven, so comfortable walking shoes help.

Food and comfort

Trusted kitchens, any dietary need met, and beautiful hotels

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

★★★★★ 5.0 Based on 36 reviews
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Makoto S. 3 months ago
★★★★★
Transformative Travel provides a truly memorable and profound experience. I've been to India and most recently to Bhutan with this company. The owner, Misty, works with you every step of the way to prepare a tailored itinerary. He makes time for multiple Zoom meetings and introduces you to the guides he personally knows and has worked with for years. My guides in Bhutan became my friends. We had so many great conversations, learning about each other's countries as we traveled through the fantastic landscapes, visited sacred places, and hiked up mountainsides and through edenic valleys. These are memories I will…
Regina Wooten a year ago
★★★★★
My goal was to curate an amazing adventure for my 50th birthday celebration. Costa Rica was at the top of my list for destinations but I needed help with planning the trip. I am so thankful for finding Transformative Travel LLC. From our first connection to our most recent conversation following the trip, Misty and his team were fantastic!!!! Misty listened to what I wanted for my trip and he helped make it happen! He organized every aspect of our travel with a local team on the ground in Costa Rica and my wishes for a combination of adventure and…
arthur noglak 2 months ago
★★★★★
I traveled to India and Bhutan with Misty Dhillon this Spring. Amazing Experience! Misty and the Transformative Travel team are thoughtful, knowledgeable and attentive professionals who make painstaking efforts to ensure your trip is memorable and seamless. The landscapes, temples, food, wildlife, and overall cultural imersion was so impressive, I have already begun making arrangements to return with TT in 2028.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's included

  • From the moment you land in Delhi to the moment you fly home:
    – Met on arrival and seen off at departure, with every transfer in between
    – All domestic flights, trains and road transfers in private vehicles
    – A dedicated host with your group 24 hours a day
    – Our own India team on the ground throughout
    – Private guides and expert naturalists
    – [Number] private jeep safaris in Ranthambore, with park permits
    – Handpicked hotels and lodges
    – Breakfast and dinner daily 
    – Entrance fees and activities as listed in the day-by-day
    – Welcome drinks and a private farewell dinner

Whats Not Included

  • – International flights to and from Delhi
    – India visa
    – Travel insurance *Recommended
    – Lunches *unless noted
    – Drinks with meals
    – Gratuities for guides, drivers and hotel staff
    – Personal expenses and optional extras not listed

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

Ranthambore offers some of India’s best tiger sightings, but wildlife is never guaranteed. We book multiple safaris with expert naturalists to improve your chances, and the forest rewards patience.

Absolutely. Ranthambore can be a side journey for those who wish, while others enjoy Jaipur’s palaces and bazaars. Our team looks after both groups, so everyone gets something wonderful.

Drives run roughly two to five hours between cities, in private, air-conditioned vehicles with a dedicated driver and unhurried stops. Where flying is the smarter choice, we fly you, all included.

You won’t be. Start with a short planning call with Misty, just you, or you and your partner. We’ll send you a beautiful itinerary to share with your group, and we’re happy to join a video call with your friends to answer their questions. Once everyone’s in, we handle each couple’s details directly: rooms, dietary needs, flights in. You simply enjoy being the one who made it happen.

Life happens, and we plan for it. As cancellations are not available, we strongly recommend trip insurance for unforeseen circumstances. Please contact us for details.

October to March is the most comfortable time: warm days, cool evenings and clear skies over the Taj. Groups usually book [9 to 12 months] ahead, because the best hotels and dates go first, especially around the holidays. The sooner your circle decides, the more choice you’ll have. 

Absolutely. Every journey is private, so it’s built around your group. Mark an anniversary or milestone birthday with a private dinner at a palace, add a few days in the tiger country of Ranthambore or the Himalayas, or slow it down with an extra night anywhere you love. Tell us what matters to your circle, and we’ll shape the trip around it.

Absolutely. Every journey is private, so it’s built around your group. Mark an anniversary or milestone birthday with a private dinner at a palace, add a few days in the tiger country of Ranthambore or the Himalayas, or slow it down with an extra night anywhere you love. Tell us what matters to your circle, and we’ll shape the trip around it.

Your journey begins here.