India and the Taj Mahal: A Private Journey
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The Taj Mahal at dawn, a Bengal tiger resting amid teak forest shadows, the sensory cavalcade of a Mumbai marketplace, time-honored rituals playing out along the Ganges — this is India revealed only as A&K can. Experience this irrepressibly vibrant destination on a private journey as you stay in grand palaces, track game in reserves teeming with wildlife and immerse yourself in the incomparable cities of Mumbai, Delhi and Varanasi.
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- Ultra Luxury
With 21 million residents, India’s largest city is a loud whirlwind of experiences. Lavish, dome-topped palaces stand as grand bookmarks in a storied past, while the Gateway of India – a symbol of the nation, on the city’s busy waterfront – is brought to life as the saffron beams of the setting sun pass through its graceful arch. Arrive and meet your A&K representative, who escorts you to your luxury hotel.
The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai
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2 Mumbai - Through the Gateway to India
Explore the city’s classic sights, including Victoria Terminus Station and the Gateway of India. Then travel to the Churchgate Railway Station to observe local dabbawallas at work as they prepare to deliver hundreds of thousands of home-cooked meals to working professionals throughout the city with astonishing accuracy. This afternoon, visit Mani Bhawan, a museum dedicated to the life and works of Mahatma Gandhi. Finish today’s exploring with a photo stop at the Dhobi Ghat open-air laundry, a wonderfully colorful spectacle to behold.
The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai
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3 Udaipur - Cruise to Jag Mandir
Fly to Udaipur and settle into your stunning palace hotel set on an island in the middle of scenic Lake Pichola. Romantic, wistful and serene, Udaipur is a city built around shimmering lakes. After time to relax, embark on a private cruise past Jag Mandir, a marble palace with eight life-size sculptures of elephants flanking its entrance.
Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur
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4 Udaipur - Splendors of the City Palace
Visit the stunning marble City Palace complex as well as the Crystal Gallery in Fateh Prakash Palace. Stroll through the Sahelion Ki Bari (Garden of the Maids of Honor). Later, savor a chef-led cooking demonstration, followed by lunch, learning about royal Mewar cuisine in a local family’s home.
Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur
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5 Jaipur - The Pink City
Fly to Jaipur for a stay at the former residence of a Maharajah. Capital city of northern India’s Rajasthan state, beautiful Jaipur traces its origins to the 18th century and is today a bustling metropolis replete with archaeological splendors. Explore the City Palace, a complex of pavilions, gardens and temples, viewing textiles at the “Auspicious Palace.” Head outdoors to visit Jantar Mantar, an open-air array of astronomical instruments.
Rambagh Palace, Jaipur
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6 Jaipur - The Amber Fort
See the Palace of the Winds — built so the women of the royal household could watch street life unobserved — and then explore the Mughal-style Amber Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site crowning a majestic hilltop. Have lunch in a local restaurant, and then discover the bazaars of Jaipur, taking in the vibe of local life. Return to your hotel for some time on your own.
Rambagh Palace, Jaipur
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7 Agra - Visions of the Taj Mahal
Drive to Agra, observing the colorful rural life of Rajasthan. Poised on a bend of the Yamuna River, Agra is a magnet for those who come to behold the Taj Mahal. Visit the peerless structure in the late afternoon, as the setting sun bathes it in a soft orange glow.
The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra
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8 Agra - Inside the Agra Fort
Return to the Taj Mahal in the morning, when the rising sun lends a warm pink tint to its marble face. Then visit the Agra Fort, once the prison of the same Mughal emperor who built the Taj Mahal.
The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra
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9 Panna National Park - Where Tigers Run Free
Board a train to Jhansi and continue by road to remote Panna National Park, renowned for its recovering population of Bengal tigers.
Pashan Garh, A Taj Safari - Panna National Park
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10 Panna National Park - Bengal Tiger Tracking
Explore on morning and afternoon game drives, spotting crocodiles and searching for tigers, with your chance of sighting one improved by the park’s diligent conservation program.
Pashan Garh, A Taj Safari - Panna National Park
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11 Khajuraho & Varanasi - India’s Holiest City
Drive to Khajuraho to see all of life — joy, love, divinity, war — depicted in detail on every inch of its 85 Hindu and Jain temples. Then, fly to Varanasi, a city of more than a thousand Buddhist and Hindu temples and shrines. At dusk, beside the Ganges, witness the aarti ceremony. Chanted prayers and rhythmic drumming fill the air as you watch lantern-bearing priests bid the gods and goddesses
a restful slumber.
Taj Ganges, Varanasi
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12 Varanasi - Sunrise River Cruise
Rise early for a private sunrise cruise on the Ganges River to observe activity along the ghats, where locals and pilgrims cleanse themselves, literally and spiritually. Get to know the city on a short tour, visiting the Bharat Mata temple, a site devoted to the mother goddess that personifies India’s national identity. Fly to Delhi later in the day.
The Oberoi, New Delhi
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13 Delhi - Exploring the Old and the New
Ever-bustling and excitingly chaotic, Delhi is a study in history and modernization. Start with a visit to the great Jama Masjid, the most important mosque in India. Then ride by rickshaw through the narrow alleys and stalls of bustling Chandni Chowk bazaar. After lunch, tour New Delhi, including Humayun’s Tomb, an architectural precursor of the Taj Mahal.
The Oberoi, New Delhi
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14 Depart Delhi
Privately transfer to the airport to catch your flight home.
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Live like royalty in the Taj Lake Palace in Udaipur and Rambagh Palace in Jaipur
Cruise Lake Pichola at sunset
Experience the breathtaking spectacles of the Taj Mahal at sunrise and sunset
Embark on a private game drive in Panna National Park, home to the elusive Bengal tiger
Witness a sacred aarti ceremony on the banks of the Ganges in Varanasi
Delve into the cultural kaleidoscopes of Mumbai and Delhi
English-Speaking Local Guides
Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers
Entrance Fees and Taxes
24/7 A&K On-Call Support
Abercrombie & Kent, Well-Travelled Since 1962
We have been spinning dreams into remarkable adventures for discerning travellers for more than 60 years, ever since our founder pioneered the first modern luxury safari in Africa. Today we are the world’s leading travel company, taking guests to the earth’s wildest frontiers on all seven continents.
Travel Your Way
For six decades we have been refining the art of bespoke travel, showing every guest the world in a fresh light. We understand that every traveller is unique – tell our experts what you love doing and where you want to go, and we will create the trip of your dreams or match you to your ideal journey.
With You All The Way
Behind every A&K journey is an international support system of more than 2,500 staff, in 60 offices, in 35 countries, on all seven continents. Our on-the-ground “guardian angels” provide 24/7 support, and are there to hold your hand whenever you need it, so you can travel with confidence.
Travel Thoughtfully
We are all the guardians of our amazing planet, and we believe travel should be considered, mindful, responsible. A force for good. Every trip you book with us supports the initiatives of A&K Philanthropy, positively impacting communities and conservation efforts in the places where we travel.
The A&K Family
For all the world’s infinite wonders, it is our people that guests remember most. Our family of experts, from polar explorers to well-connected local guides, bring together their spark, knowledge, and care to make every A&K journey remarkable.
Ways to Travel with A&K
We understand better than anyone what it means to travel well. Since that inaugural safari on the wide-open plains of Kenya in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has perfected the art of crafting superlative adventures. Our global network of experts pour heart, soul and astounding knowledge into every trip, dedicated to creating the journey of a lifetime, every time.
Our portfolio of journeys now spans all seven continents. However you want to travel, we can arrange it. Sail on an expedition ship to Antarctica, take the slow train through Peru, explore Africa’s greatest national parks on the ultimate private-jet-set safari. Join a group on a journey led by expert guides, or embark on the bespoke adventure of your dreams. Wherever you want to travel, A&K can take you there.
Small Group Journeys
Our guided journeys redefine the concept of the group tour, bringing together a select collective of like-minded souls seeking shared adventures – led by best-in-the-business experts who bring every destination to life.
Private Travel
Every private journey we create is unique. Tell us where you want to travel and we will craft your dream adventure; or be inspired by our collection of expertly designed Tailormade Journeys, customizable to suit you.
Cruises
Travelling by boat brings a fresh perspective on the world. Our voyages transport you to sensational and otherwise-inaccessible regions, whether that’s an intrepid polar expedition or a timeless river cruise along the Nile.
Private Jet
Flying privately opens up the farthest-flung corners of the world. Charter your own or join one of our private-jet group journeys by private jet – the most ambitious and awe-inspiring itineraries in modern adventure travel.
Safari
Abercrombie & Kent pioneered the first modern luxury safari in the 1960s, and today we continue to set the gold standard for wildlife adventures, with our own safari lodges in six countries in Africa.
Live like royalty in the Taj Lake Palace in Udaipur and Rambagh Palace in Jaipur
Cruise Lake Pichola at sunset
Experience the breathtaking spectacles of the Taj Mahal at sunrise and sunset
Embark on a private game drive in Panna National Park, home to the elusive Bengal tiger
Witness a sacred aarti ceremony on the banks of the Ganges in Varanasi
Delve into the cultural kaleidoscopes of Mumbai and Delhi
English-Speaking Local Guides
Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers
Entrance Fees and Taxes
24/7 A&K On-Call Support
Abercrombie & Kent, Well-Travelled Since 1962
We have been spinning dreams into remarkable adventures for discerning travellers for more than 60 years, ever since our founder pioneered the first modern luxury safari in Africa. Today we are the world’s leading travel company, taking guests to the earth’s wildest frontiers on all seven continents.
Travel Your Way
For six decades we have been refining the art of bespoke travel, showing every guest the world in a fresh light. We understand that every traveller is unique – tell our experts what you love doing and where you want to go, and we will create the trip of your dreams or match you to your ideal journey.
With You All The Way
Behind every A&K journey is an international support system of more than 2,500 staff, in 60 offices, in 35 countries, on all seven continents. Our on-the-ground “guardian angels” provide 24/7 support, and are there to hold your hand whenever you need it, so you can travel with confidence.
Travel Thoughtfully
We are all the guardians of our amazing planet, and we believe travel should be considered, mindful, responsible. A force for good. Every trip you book with us supports the initiatives of A&K Philanthropy, positively impacting communities and conservation efforts in the places where we travel.
The A&K Family
For all the world’s infinite wonders, it is our people that guests remember most. Our family of experts, from polar explorers to well-connected local guides, bring together their spark, knowledge, and care to make every A&K journey remarkable.
Ways to Travel with A&K
We understand better than anyone what it means to travel well. Since that inaugural safari on the wide-open plains of Kenya in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has perfected the art of crafting superlative adventures. Our global network of experts pour heart, soul and astounding knowledge into every trip, dedicated to creating the journey of a lifetime, every time.
Our portfolio of journeys now spans all seven continents. However you want to travel, we can arrange it. Sail on an expedition ship to Antarctica, take the slow train through Peru, explore Africa’s greatest national parks on the ultimate private-jet-set safari. Join a group on a journey led by expert guides, or embark on the bespoke adventure of your dreams. Wherever you want to travel, A&K can take you there.
Small Group Journeys
Our guided journeys redefine the concept of the group tour, bringing together a select collective of like-minded souls seeking shared adventures – led by best-in-the-business experts who bring every destination to life.
Private Travel
Every private journey we create is unique. Tell us where you want to travel and we will craft your dream adventure; or be inspired by our collection of expertly designed Tailormade Journeys, customizable to suit you.
Cruises
Travelling by boat brings a fresh perspective on the world. Our voyages transport you to sensational and otherwise-inaccessible regions, whether that’s an intrepid polar expedition or a timeless river cruise along the Nile.
Private Jet
Flying privately opens up the farthest-flung corners of the world. Charter your own or join one of our private-jet group journeys by private jet – the most ambitious and awe-inspiring itineraries in modern adventure travel.
Safari
Abercrombie & Kent pioneered the first modern luxury safari in the 1960s, and today we continue to set the gold standard for wildlife adventures, with our own safari lodges in six countries in Africa.
About Abercrombie & Kent
For Life's Most Epic Adventures
From that first humble safari camp in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has grown into the world’s leading experiential travel company, creating agenda-setting adventures in more than 100 countries. Today, our portfolio of places to stay encompasses safari lodges and mobile camps in countries across Africa, Private Estates to rent in Tuscany, elegant riverboats on the Nile and the Amazon.
Our global powerhouse of innovators – destination experts, brilliant local guides, specialists in science and culture, well-connected super-fixers – continually strive to seek out those truly original, exclusive experiences beyond the reach of most travellers.
We are committed to advancing travel as a force for good. Every journey booked with us helps support A&K Philanthropy initiatives, positively impacting local communities in the wilderness areas where we travel. Geoffrey Kent’s founding principles – that travel should be awe-inspiring, exciting, memorable and considered – remain our motivation today. And though we have grown into an international company spanning all seven continents, we still share that one same mission. To craft the adventure of a lifetime, every time.
About Abercrombie & Kent
For Life's Most Epic Adventures
From that first humble safari camp in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has grown into the world’s leading experiential travel company, creating agenda-setting adventures in more than 100 countries. Today, our portfolio of places to stay encompasses safari lodges and mobile camps in countries across Africa, Private Estates to rent in Tuscany, elegant riverboats on the Nile and the Amazon.
Our global powerhouse of innovators – destination experts, brilliant local guides, specialists in science and culture, well-connected super-fixers – continually strive to seek out those truly original, exclusive experiences beyond the reach of most travellers.
We are committed to advancing travel as a force for good. Every journey booked with us helps support A&K Philanthropy initiatives, positively impacting local communities in the wilderness areas where we travel. Geoffrey Kent’s founding principles – that travel should be awe-inspiring, exciting, memorable and considered – remain our motivation today. And though we have grown into an international company spanning all seven continents, we still share that one same mission. To craft the adventure of a lifetime, every time.
