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Colors of India's Golden Triangle & Rajasthan 2026
12 Day Tour from Delhi to Mumbai
Tour Description:
Discover the gems of India’s Golden Triangle and Rajasthan without spending a fortune on this 12-day budget-friendly vacation in India. In Delhi, visit the India Gate and the pink Presidential Palace. You’ll travel through the vibrant Chandni Chowk bazaar by rickshaw. Visit Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar before departing Delhi for Agra. Here, you’ll marvel at the splendid Taj Mahal at sunset as the sun rays reflect changing hues of the spectacular marble monument to love. Continue with two nights in the pink city of Jaipur—home to the legendary Amber Fort. Explore its alabaster Hall of Victory and incredible Chamber of Mirrors. Marvel at the sand dunes of the Thar Desert where Jodhpur’s mesmerizing old city gleams with marble palace walls. Visit Jantar Mantar and the City Palace Museum to browse ancient art and artifacts. In Udaipur, explore the Jagdish Temple and take a sunset boat ride on Lake Pichola. Tour bustling Mumbai and witness its tiffen lunch box deliver system and visit the former residence of Mahatma Gandhi. This value-minded tour is a treasure not to be missed!
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Dates & Pricing
| Thursday 12 Mar 26 — Tuesday 24 Mar 26 | Starting at $2,589 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 17 Sep 26 — Tuesday 29 Sep 26 | Starting at $2,269 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 08 Oct 26 — Tuesday 20 Oct 26 | Starting at $2,599 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 22 Oct 26 — Tuesday 03 Nov 26 | Starting at $2,599 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 12 Nov 26 — Tuesday 24 Nov 26 | Starting at $2,599 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Thursday 03 Dec 26 — Tuesday 15 Dec 26 | Starting at $2,599 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingThe world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available). Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app!Your tour includes: •Guided city sightseeing of Delhi including admission to Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar, and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib•Rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk •Admission to Agra Fort•Admission and guided tour of Taj Mahal at sunset•Fatehpur Sikri visit •Guided sightseeing of Jaipur including admission to Amber Fort, City Palace Museum, Jantar Mantar•Guided sightseeing of Jodhpur including admission to Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada•Jain Temples visit•Guided sightseeing of Udaipur including admission to City Palace and Crystal Gallery•Boat ride on Lake Pichola•Orientation tour of Mumbai•Train ride to Mahalaxmi station •Intra-vacation flight from Udaipur to Mumbai
MEALS
MEALS ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1 DELHI, INDIA
Welcome to Delhi, a magnetic blend of old and new, and the capital of modern India. Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in
Day 2 DELHI
Your day starts with an orientation drive to see India Gate and the Presidential Palace. Then, take a rickshaw ride through the alleys of Chandni Chowk, a captivating bazaar, and visit Jama Masjid. After lunch, visit Qutub Minar, the world’s tallest brick minaret, dating back to the 11th century. Next, explore Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Delhi’s largest and most prominent Sikh gurudwara (house of worship). Your Tour Director hosts a welcome dinner at a local restaurant tonight. (B,L,D)
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DinnerDay 3 DELHI–AGRA
Drive to Agra this morning. This afternoon, visit Agra Fort, a colossal, red sandstone UNESCO World Heritage Site comprising the spectacular Mughal Palace with audience halls, the Room of Mirrors, and the pavilion where Shahjahan spent his last days. End your day with a sunset visit to the famous Taj Mahal. This remarkable monument, commissioned by Sjahjahan as a memorial to his wife, Mumtaz Mahal, took 22 years to build. (B)
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BreakfastDay 4 AGRA–FATEHPUR SIKRI–JAIPUR
Today, stop at Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tour the sandstone palaces, elegant courtyards, and victory gate of this ghostly place built in 1569 and deserted by its people when water was no longer available. After lunch, drive to Jaipur, often referred to as the “Pink City.” (B,L)
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BreakfastLunchDay 5 JAIPUR
Visit the legendary Amber Fort, the “Sleeping Beauty of Rajasthan.” This fortress-palace has a somber exterior that hides a richly ornate interior of royal apartments, including an alabaster Hall of Victory and a superb Chamber of Mirrors. After lunch, visit Jantar Mantar and explore the City Palace Museum with its collection of paintings, carpets, weapons, and costumes. The balance of the day is yours to explore Jaipur. (B)
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BreakfastDay 6 JAIPUR-JODHPUR
Settle in for today’s drive from the pink hues of Jaipur to the blue charm of Jodhpur, passing through rolling desert landscapes and colorful villages. Dinner is included at your hotel tonight. (B,D)
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Breakfast DinnerDay 7 JODHPUR
Set in the sand dunes of the Thar Desert, Jodhpur’s mesmerizing old city is ringed by a 10-kilometer, 8-gated wall outside of which the new city stands. On your guided sightseeing tour, marvel at the grand palaces of Mehrangarh Fort, then admire the splendid Jaswant Singh II Memorial, beautifully constructed from thin marble sheets that allow sunlight to filter in. This afternoon is at your leisure. Or follow adventure with an optional jeep safari to visit the local Bishnoi tribe, also known as India’s original eco-warriors, to hear about their deeply rooted Niyamas principles honoring the sanctity of life, environment, and animals. (B)
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BreakfastDay 8 JODHPUR–RANAKPUR–UDAIPUR
This morning, visit the spectacular Jain Temples at Ranakpur, known for its intricate marble carvings. Continue to Udaipur, a beautiful maze of narrow lanes, exquisite palaces, pavillions, and gardens. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore the “City of Lakes.” (B,L)
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BreakfastLunchDay 9 UDAIPUR
Your morning sightseeing tour starts with a visit to the City Palace, the largest palace in Rajasthan. Then, visit the Jagdish Temple and the Crystal Gallery. After free time in the middle of the day, embark on a sunset cruise on Lake Pichola. Or put a new spin on nightlife by attending a colorful and passionate optional Rajasthani folk dance performance. (B)
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BreakfastDay 10 UDAIPUR–MUMBAI
Today, fly to Mumbai, a multicultural metropolis with a fascinating history. This vibrant city is now India’s premier seaport and home to the “Bollywood” movie industry. (B)
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BreakfastDay 11 MUMBAI
Your guided tour starts with an orientation for photos at famous Mumbai sites, including Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and the Gateway of India. Then, witness Mumbai’s fascinating tiffen lunch box delivery system. At Churchgate Station, the dabbawalas (box carriers) transfer the lunch boxes onto a wooden cart on a local train. Board the train for the short ride to Mahalaxmi Station where you’ll disembark and watch the boxes being sorted by color for final delivery. Lastly, stop to see a traditional Dhobi Ghat (open-air laundromat) and visit Mani Bhavan, the former residence of Mahatma Gandhi. Enjoy a farewell dinner this evening. (B,D)
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Breakfast DinnerDay 12 MUMBAI
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Accommodations
Accommodations| Delhi | Agra | Jaipur | Jodhpur | Udaipur | Mumbai |
Suryaa New Delhi
Superior First-Class
Superior First-Class
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
