India: A Feast for the Senses
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Touch down in Mumbai, where a warm welcome from your Abercrombie & Kent representative awaits. Settle into your luxurious hotel and prepare to explore a city of captivating contrasts. Beyond the bustling energy lie vibrant bazaars overflowing with treasures and innovative restaurants showcasing the city’s dynamic spirit.
The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai
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2 Mumbai – A Sensory Experience
Embark on a sensory exploration of Mumbai, hearing the rhythmic clang of dabbawalas, who deliver hot, homemade meals in time for lunch. Experience the magic of Bollywood firsthand as you learn some signature steps in a local dance class. Then, revel in India’s diverse regional cuisines during a local lunch and stroll through an aromatic spice market. The evening culminates in a celebratory cocktail and dinner at an acclaimed restaurant.
The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai
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3 Jodhpur – Rocky Citadel
Fly to Jodhpur and settle into your hotel. This afternoon, prepare to be awestruck by Mehrangarh, an imposing fortress perched atop a rocky cliff, its sheer walls, towering battlements and intricately carved terraces revealing centuries of history. Enter through one of its seven fortified gateways to explore the museum and palaces within. Descend to the town and pause at Jaswant Thada, a shimmering marble cenotaph honoring Jodhpur’s former rulers. This evening, unwind with a cocktail at your hotel before dinner.
Umaid Bhawan Palace
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4 Jodhpur – Village Immersion
Journey to the heart of rural Rajasthan with an excursion to Salawas. Connect with local artisans, visiting a potter’s family, a weaver’s family and the Bishnoi community. Cap off the day with an authentic lunch at a local restaurant known for its Indian-European fare and decorative vintage car collection. As dusk settles over Jodhpur, connect with a local family over gin and tonics, cooking a meal together and then sharing it with them in their home.
Umaid Bhawan Palace
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5 Jaipur – Astronomical Wonders
Fly to Jaipur and settle into your stunning villa, a private oasis nestled within a beautiful garden. Enjoy a refreshing dip in your plunge pool before exploring the City Palace and Jantar Mantar Observatory, an open-air collection of astronomical instruments, including the world’s largest stone sundial. At the Palace of Winds, see how royal women observed street life unseen. Tonight, savor an exquisite dinner at a lauded Indian establishment.
The Leela Palace Jaipur
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6 Jaipur – Rajput Splendor
Visit the Amber Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site overlooking a tranquil lake. Explore its opulent design and enjoy a cooking demonstration followed by lunch. This afternoon, discover the stories behind these iconic dishes and learn about the key ingredients that define Rajasthani cuisine as you wander through bustling, fragrant markets, sampling local delicacies like crispy kachoris; tangy kadhi; and festive, sweet ghevar and feni. Admire the colorful façades of Jaipur’s havelis, grand mansions known for their intricate details and architectural significance.
The Leela Palace Jaipur
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7 Delhi – India’s Capital
This morning, set off by road to Delhi. Approaching India’s capital, a city of contrasts awaits — ancient monuments standing proudly alongside modern skyscrapers, reflecting a dynamic mix of cultures. The rest of your day and dinner in Delhi are yours to discover.
The Leela Palace New Delhi
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8 Delhi – Old Delhi
Explore Delhi’s unique flavor this morning on the Design Your Day excursion of your choice.
- Experience the Heart of Old Delhi on an excursion packed with snack stops.
- Visit A Local Family’s Home for a cooking class and lunch.
- Enter a Sikh Temple and Its Shared Kitchen for a firsthand look at Delhi’s strong communal spirit.
Explore on your own this afternoon. Your Delhi sojourn culminates in a farewell dinner at one of India’s finest restaurants.
The Leela Palace New Delhi
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9 Agra – Mughal Majesty
On a day trip to Agra, history and wonder intertwine. Explore the historic Agra Fort, where Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan spent his final years, his love story forever etched in the stones of the Taj Mahal. Reflect on its beauty over lunch at a Peshawari restaurant. Then, experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the Taj Mahal, a timeless testament to love and artistry. Return to Delhi by train, where the evening is yours to relax.
The Leela Palace New Delhi
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10 Depart Delhi
After breakfast, take your private transfer to the airport to board your departing flight.
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Explore the dabbawalla (meal delivery) community, local spice markets and innovative restaurants showcasing Mumbai’s dynamic spirit
Try your moves at a Bollywood-style dance class in Mumbai
Learn the ins and outs of Indian cooking by preparing a meal with a family in their home
Eat like a local with a street food tour of Jaipur, led by a local culinary expert
Visit the timeless Taj Mahal in Agra along with other UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Jaipur and Delhi
English-Speaking Resident Tour Director® and Local Guides
Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers
Travelling Bell Boy® Luggage Handling
Traveller’s Valet® Laundry Service
Internet Access
Entrance Fees, Taxes and All Gratuities Except Resident Tour Director
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.
Explore the dabbawalla (meal delivery) community, local spice markets and innovative restaurants showcasing Mumbai’s dynamic spirit
Try your moves at a Bollywood-style dance class in Mumbai
Learn the ins and outs of Indian cooking by preparing a meal with a family in their home
Eat like a local with a street food tour of Jaipur, led by a local culinary expert
Visit the timeless Taj Mahal in Agra along with other UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Jaipur and Delhi
English-Speaking Resident Tour Director® and Local Guides
Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers
Travelling Bell Boy® Luggage Handling
Traveller’s Valet® Laundry Service
Internet Access
Entrance Fees, Taxes and All Gratuities Except Resident Tour Director
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.
