ASIA
India: Delhi, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Abhaneri Camp, Agra, Lucknow, Varanasi
Small groups of no more than 16 travelers, guaranteed
Explore India, where every moment brings new stimulation. The scent of roasted cumin seeds wafting through a Delhi bazaar ... a young girl’s bracelets jangling as she prepares for a festival ... Hindu pilgrims descending ghats into the holy Ganges. From the excitement of the “Golden Triangle” cities of Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur to the tranquility of the unexpected retreats between them—including two nights in Ranthambore National Park—we explore it all on this tour of India.
16 days starting from $4,695
including international airfare from New York
Single Supplement: FREE
Departure Dates: Jan-Apr; Aug-Dec
Activity Level: Moderately Easy
IT'S INCLUDED
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15 nights accommodation, including 1 night at an O.A.T. camp
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International airfare, airport transfers, government taxes, fees, and airline fuel surcharges unless you choose to make your own air arrangements
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All land transportation and 1 internal flight
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34 meals—15 breakfasts, 9 lunches, and 10 dinners (including 1 Home-Hosted Dinner)
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25 small group activities
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Services of a local O.A.T. Trip Experience Leader
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Gratuities for local guides, drivers, camp staff, and luggage porters
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5% Frequent Traveler Credit toward your next adventure
ITINERARY
DAY 1 • Depart U.S.
Depart today on your overnight flight to Delhi, India.
DAY 2 • Arrive in Delhi, India
Upon arrival in Delhi, an O.A.T. representative will meet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel, where we’ll be joined by travelers who took our optional Bhutan: The Last Shangri-La pre-trip extension.
The Claridges New Delhi or similar
DAY 3 • Visit Sikh Temple
Our discoveries begin this afternoon in Delhi when we visit a Sikh temple, where we’ll see the temple’s community kitchen in action. Later, enjoy free time to explore.
Meals: B | The Claridges New Delhi or similar
DAY 4 • Humayun’s Tomb visit • Explore Raj Ghat • Controversial Topic: Hindu/Muslim relations in India
Venture to the historic 16th-century Humayun Tomb before riding to the Raj Ghat neighborhood and memorial. Prior to lunch, we’ll visit a Muslim family to discuss the Controversial Topic of Hindu and Muslim relations in India. En route to our hotel, we’ll drive through Lutyens’ Delhi, named for the British architect responsible for its architectural design. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner.
Meals: B,L,D | The Claridges New Delhi or similar
DAY 5 • Jaipur • Home-Hosted Dinner
Travel overland to Jaipur, called the “Pink City” for the rosy hue of its sandstone buildings. Upon arrival, the early afternoon is yours. This evening, savor homemade food and cultural exchange at a Home-Hosted Dinner.
Meals: B,D | Radisson Jaipur City Center or similar
DAY 6 • Jaipur • Visit Amber Fort
Explore Jaipur’s remarkably well-preserved, 16th-century Amber Fort before enjoying free time for the balance of the day.
Meals: B,L | Radisson Jaipur City Center or similar
DAY 7 • Ranthambore National Park • Game-viewing drive
Travel today to Ranthambore National Park, a former hunting reserve that now houses a wide variety of wildlife. On our afternoon gameviewing drive, we’ll search for Bengal tigers and other animals.
Please note: Ranthambore National Park is closed between August and September. Departures during these months will visit Sawai Mansingh Animal Sanctuary instead.
Meals: B,L,D | Nahargarh Hotel or similar
DAY 8 • A Day in the Life of a local village • Visit GCF-supported school
Spend A Day in the Life of a local village. First, meet with several local women who are taking a lead in their community. They’ll enlighten us about the controversial practice of child marriage in India. Then, visit a school supported in part by Grand Circle Foundation. We’ll also visit a women’s collective before dinner.
Meals: B,L,D | Nahargarh Hotel or similar
DAY 9 • Optional morning canter safari • O. A .T. Camp • Meditation and yoga session
Embark on an optional canter safari early this morning, or enjoy breakfast and some time at leisure. At midday, depart for our yoga and wellness camp in Rajasthan, on the edge of a small town in the heart of rural India. Tonight, we’ll sit by the campfire as dancers entertain us.
Meals: B,L,D | O. A .T. Camp
ADVENTURE HIGHLIGHT
On Day 9, experience India under the stars during a tented camp stay in rural Rajasthan.
DAY 10 • Explore Abhaneri step well • Overland to Agra
Travel overland to Agra, stopping en route to explore the step well of Abhaneri. We’ll hear about Mughal history along the way to our destination. We’ll check into our hotel upon arrival and spend the evening at leisure.
Meals: B,L | Jaypee Palace or similar
DAY 11 • Taj Mahal • Controversial Topic: Acid attacks against women • Agra Fort
Today we’ll view a sight unlike any other: the Taj Mahal. Afterward, we’ll discuss the Controversial Topic of acid attacks with two female survivors before venturing to Agra Fort. The afternoon is yours to spend as you wish.
Meals: B,D | Jaypee Palace or similar
DAY 12 • Lucknow • Kathak dance school
visit Drive to Lucknow. After checking in to our hotel, you’ll have some free time. Then, enjoy a traditional dance demonstration at the Kathak Dance Training Center before lunch.
Meals: B,L,D | Novotel Lucknow Gomti Nagar Hotel or similar
ADVENTURE HIGHLIGHT
On Day 8, spend A Day in the Life of a village located in the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, and visit a Grand Circle Foundation-supported school.
DAY 13 • Explore Old Lucknow • Cooking lesson
Enjoy a full day experiencing multifaceted Lucknow, beginning with a visit to Old Lucknow. Then, enjoy a cooking lesson in the home of a local family. Your afternoon is free until we reconvene for dinner.
Meals: B,L,D | Novotel Lucknow Gomti Nagar Hotel or similar
DAY 14 • Varanasi • Sacred light ceremony on the Ganges
Drive to Varanasi this morning, one of the oldest and holiest of Hindu places. After lunch, enjoy free time to explore. Later, we’ll board a boat for a unique vantage point of the River Ganges, as well as the sacred aarti light ceremony priests perform on its banks.
Meals: B,L | Taj Ganges, Varanasi or similar
DAY 15 • Visit Buddhist learning center of Sarnath
Visit Sarnath this morning, where Buddha preached the first sermon on his new religion in 530 BC. Following lunch, the afternoon is yours to explore independently.
Meals: B,D | Taj Ganges, Varanasi or similar
DAY 16 • Fly to Delhi or begin post-trip extension
This afternoon we fly to Delhi, where we’ll spend the night. Or, if you are taking the Nepal: Kathmandu & Pokhara post-trip extension, fly directly to Kathmandu via Delhi instead.
Meals: B,D | Lemon Tree Premier Hotel
DAY 17 • Return to U.S.
Rise before dawn to return to the U.S.
Meals: B
Want to know more? Find the full itinerary and dates & pricing at www.oattravel.com/hoi
Special Departure available on this adventure. Call for details.
PERSONALIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE on your Thailand adventure
OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS
Choose to maximize your discoveries and value when you add a pre- or post-trip extension—or both—to your adventure.
Bhutan: The Last Shangri-La
PRE-TRIP: 8 nights from $3,095
This destination is only available as a trip extension
Fly over the peaks of the Himalayas on your way to Bhutan, where you’ll explore a land of cliff-side monasteries, ancient customs, and sweeping scenery.
IT'S INCLUDED
- Airfare from Kolkata to Bhutan and from Bhutan to Delhi
- 8 nights accommodation
- 20 meals—8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 6 dinners
- 11 small group activities
- Services of a local O.A.T. Trip Experience Leader
- Gratuities for local guides, drivers, and luggage porters
- All transfers
Learn more at www.oattravel.com/hoi-bhutan-2026
Nepal: Kathmandu & Pokhara
POST-TRIP: 5 nights from $2,395
Experience the diversity and the magic of Nepal on a journey that takes you from the modern capital of Kathmandu to the lakeside city of Pokhara.
IT’S INCLUDED
- Round trip airfare between Delhi and Kathmandu, and Kathmandu and Pokhara
- 5 nights accommodation
- 9 meals—5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners
- 6 small group activities
- Services of a local O.A.T. Trip Experience Leader
- Gratuities for local guides, drivers, and luggage porters
- All transfers
Learn more at www.oattravel.com/hoi-kathmandu-2026
ARRIVE EARLY
We recommend you relax after a long flight or explore more in depth before your trip. Prices include accommodations and private airport transfer.
- Arrive early in Kolkata before your Bhutan pre-trip extension from $170 per room, per night
- Arrive early in Delhi before your main adventure from $210 per room, per night