Day 1: Arrival in Delhi

• Arrive in Delhi, check into your hotel

• Half-day city tour: India Gate, Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple

• Evening: Explore Connaught Place or Chandni Chowk (street food tour optional)

• Overnight in Delhi
  
  

Day 2: Delhi → Agra (230 km, 4 hrs)

• Early drive to Agra

• Visit Taj Mahal at sunrise (best for photography & fewer crowds)

• Explore Agra Fort & Mehtab Bagh (Taj Mahal sunset view)

• Optional: Marble inlay workshop visit

• Overnight in Agra
  
  

Day 3: Agra → Jaipur (240 km, 5 hrs) via Fatehpur Sikri

• Enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

• Arrive in Jaipur, check into Elephant Camp Resort (e.g., Chokhi Dhani Resort or similar)

• Evening at leisure to enjoy resort facilities

• Overnight at elephant camp resort
  
  

Day 4: Jaipur – Elefantastic Experience & Amber Fort

• Morning visit Elefantastic (3-4 hour ethical elephant interaction – feeding, painting, bonding)

• Explore Amber Fort (jeep ride up to fort entrance)

• Visit Panna Meena Ka Kund (Instagrammable stepwell)

• Evening: Jal Mahal photo stop & Nahargarh Fort sunset

• Overnight in Jaipur
  
  

Day 5: Jaipur City Tour

• Visit City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal

• Explore Albert Hall Museum (optional)

• Shopping at Johari Bazaar (jewelry), Bapu Bazaar (textiles)

• Evening: Galtaji Temple (Monkey Temple) or Birla Mandir

• Overnight in Jaipur
  
  

Day 6: Jaipur → Delhi (280 km, 5 hrs)

• Morning at leisure (optional hot air balloon ride over Jaipur)

• Drive back to Delhi

• Check into Delhi hotel

• Evening: Qutub Minar & Hauz Khas Village visit

• Overnight in Delhi
  
  

Day 7: Delhi Sightseeing

• Visit Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat

• Explore Lodhi Gardens & Khan Market

• Evening: Dilli Haat shopping (handicrafts from across India)

• Overnight in Delhi
  
  

Day 8: Delhi – Optional Day Trip

• Option 1: Neemrana Fort Palace day visit & zip-lining

• Option 2: Mathura-Vrindavan temple tour

• Option 3: Relaxing spa day in Delhi

• Farewell dinner at Indian Accent or similar

• Overnight in Delhi
  
  

Day 9: Departure from Delhi

• Transfer to airport for onward journey

Special Inclusions & Highlights:

 Elefantastic Experience – Most ethical elephant interaction in Jaipur
 Elephant Camp Stay – Unique accommodation with elephant activities
 Taj Mahal at Sunrise – Beat the crowds for best experience
Amber Fort Jeep Ride – Skip the elephant ride (more ethical alternative)
 Golden Triangle Plus – Adds special wildlife element to classic route

Recommended Accommodations:

• Jaipur: Chokhi Dhani Resort, Samode Haveli

• Agra: ITC Mughal, Trident

• Delhi: The Imperial, Taj Mahal Hotel

Would you like any modifications to focus more on heritage, luxury stays, or family-friendly activities?