Essence of India with Rotary
Places and Destinations 12 Nights & 13 Days
Delhi - Jama Mazid, Raj Ghat, India Gate, Parliament House, Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple and National
Museum. Agra Polio Routine Immunization, Happy School Project – 2 Locations, Taj Mahal, Agra Fort,
and Mehtab Bagh, Fatehpur Sikri – Bharatpur , Ranthambore – 2 Jungle Safari,
Jaipur - Amber Fort, City Palace , Hawa Mahal – Neemrana Fort and Palace - Delhi and much more ….
13 Days program with transfers & accommodation
Itinerary
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Day 1Wed
Day 1: Delhi arrival | 22nd October 2025, Wednesday
Arrival by International flight, Welcome to Incredible India, meeting and
assistance on arrival, Indian magic begins here with Traditional Garland
and Welcome Drink on arrival (A chilled glass of Indian Kingfisher Beer/
Soft Drinks), transfer to hotel, time to relax and acclimate to the new time
zone. Overnight in Delhi.
Special experience Room Drop – A miniature statue of Lord Ganesha (The Elephant God)
Ganesha is one of the best known and most widely worshipped deities in Hindu Panteon. He is readily
identified by his elephant head & has many attributes. He is widely revered, more specifically, as the
remover of obstacles and thought to bring good luck.
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Day 2Thu
Delhi – Agra | The City of Taj Mahal | 23rd October 2025, Thursday
Breakfast and check out by 9AM, transfer to Agra by private air- conditioned transport via Yamuna Express Way (3.5 hours Comfortable drive). On arrival Lunch at Award Winning Local Indian Restaurant, check-in and relax. Further visit Mehtab Bagh, situated on the banks of River Yamuna, opposite to Taj Mahal, these gardens served as a picturesque backdrop to the Taj Mahal. It featured an octagonal tank filled with clear water, in which the Taj Mahal’s reflection could be seen (back drop of Taj mahal), further stop at back view of Agra Fort to capture the best view. Back to hotel by 6PM and relax. Dinner and Drinks - Hosted by Rotarian Rahul Wadhwa Family at his house. Overnight in Agra. Meals B, L.
Special experience – Back drop of Taj Mahal and Agra Fort
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Day 3Fri
Agra - Polio Awareness Rally | 24th October 2025, Friday “WORLD POLIO DAY “
After Breakfast, transfer for taking part in Polio Rally/Road Show, wearing Polio Message Aprons and Caps (covering few Villages, app 2 Hours). This is very exciting and meaningful. At Rally you will get chance to feel common Indian lifestyle, cross by their homes in slums, express your feelings and ideas before the public about polio eradication “Keep India Polio Free “mission with advertisement banner of your club/district. You will go into the streets for distributing of fliers which mention the prevention and safety from polio, this all as a procession, dancing , beating drums with ending up with a masala India Tea. Further 12pm proceed to visit AP Inter College for “Girls Toilet Block” under Rotary Foundation Global Grant Project # 1639615, Lunch (Hosted) ,back to hotel and relax.
visit to Textiles Emporium (Mughal /Western Style) final chance to order outfits (for Ladies/Gents) in silk & other materials, which would be stitched/designed as per your gentle size in just few hours for special private shoot at Taj Mahal on monday. In the evening at 6:30pm you will enjoy the real love story of Taj Mahal in a magnificent drama show which is dedicated to Shah Jahan and his wife Mumtaz Mahal - A lifetime experience Dinner (Own). Meals B, L.
Special experience – Polio Awareness Rally on World Polio Day | Live Drama Show Real love story of Taj Mahal
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Day 4Sat
Agra Polio Immunization | 25th October 2025, Saturday
After breakfast, transfer to Polio Booths and D/Type Help Post with advertisement banner of Polio along with members of UNICEF, WHO and Local Medical Representative and Rotarians with visit to nearby Malinbasti (slum areas) in rural deep pockets. Further distribute flyers with polio eradication message and later personally give Polio drops. There you will accompany with volunteers’ doctor and Rotarians who helps you to give two drops of Polio Vaccine to children’s up to the age of 5 years. Later have the opportunity to go door to door to give polio drops in slums till noon, back to Agra and enjoy Cooking Session with lunch at local family , back to hotel and relax.
Evening Walking Tour of Old City (bazaars, spice market, temple, mosque and much more) and Dinner at a local restaurant (own). Overnight at Agra. Meals B.
Special experience: Polio Immunization in the Slum areas
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Day 5Sun
Day 5: Agra – Other Projects | 26th October 2025, Sunday
After breakfast, at 10 AM visit Agra fort, an era marked by invasions and fortifications, where power was symbolized by grand palaces and grander forts during such time was built The Agra Fort, Cottage Industries Exposition for World best known Kashmiri Handmade rugs/carpets which is well known since Mughal Era, further visit to Fruit and vegetable market, further proceed for Special South Indian Lunch, back to hotel and relax.
Sunset Dinner at Oberoi Amarvilas overlooking Taj Mahal. Meals: B, L.
Special experience – Sunset Dinner at Oberoi Amarvilas overlooking Taj Mahal
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Day 6Mon
Agra – Rotary Projects | 27th October 2025, Monday
Rise early for the incredible highlight of your tour – the once-in-a-lifetime experience of watching the sunrise at the spectacular Taj Mahal with a private shoot, one of the finest pieces of architecture in the world. This exquisite monument to eternal love was created by Shah Jahan in response to his adored wife’s dying wish that he should ‘build a tomb in her memory such as the world had never seen before’. Be mesmerized by the captivating beauty of the Taj as it appears to change color as the light changes and takes on an ethereal pink glow. Back to hotel for Breakfast and relax. Inlay marble factory, live show of works man ship by the workers inlaying the one stone in another from the time of Mughals.
Further visit the Vishwa Bharti Public School as “ Happy School” ( Pilot Project ) under Rotary Foundation Global
Grant Project # 1991094 (hosted) back to hotel and relax, afternoon on leisure. Overnight at Agra. Meals B.
Special experience – Sunrise at Taj Mahal | Happy School Project
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Day 7Tue
Agra to Fatehpur Sikri | Transfer to Indian Railways via Fatehpur Sikri to Board train Tiger Reserve, Ranthambore National Park | 28th October 2025
Rise up early after breakfast, transfer to Fatehpur
Sikri magnificent palace built by Akbar on
mountains of Sikri and named it “Fatehpur Sikri",
India’s royal ghost town. Lunch at Heritage Hotel
Laxmi Vilas Palace a lifetime experience to visit
this castle which highlights lifestyle of maharaja
and family staying and you enjoy.
lunch like a maharaja in this palace. Later board
Super-Fast Train (KOTA JANSHTBDI 12060
@03:50 – 06:03 PM) to Ranthambhore. On
arrival,
check-in
Ranthambore. Meals B, L, D.
This former hunting ground of Jaipur's maharajas has been under the protection of Project Tiger since the early 1970s and it attracts nature-lovers from around
the world eager to spot the endangered and mighty Bengal tigers. A wealth of wildlife inhabits the park including the leopard, hyena, jackal, sloth bear, crocodile
and spotted deer as well as countless birds. Experience the thrill of a jeep safari as you embark on a game journey from the Aravalis Mountains to the Vindhya
Range in search of the elusive tiger. Visit historic Ranthambore Fort which is over 1,000 years old and offers breathtaking views of the park from its hill-top setting.
Bird lovers flock to Ranthambore to watch the many colorful species that inhabit the park. You may be lucky enough to spot the woodpecker, bee, eater, kingfisher,
parakeet, pelican and flamingo.
Special experience: Lunch at Heritage Hotel Laxmi Vilas Palace | Enjoy the ride on Indian
Railways
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Day 8Wed
Ranthambore | INTO THE JUNGLE | 29th October 2025, Wednesday
Early morning, enjoy Shared Jeep Safari (1st
Trip, Included) accompanied by naturalist
who takes you on an exciting and adventures
journey inside jungles of Ranthambhore.
Return for breakfast. Re visit game park in
afternoon Shared Jeep safari (2nd Trip
Included) again accompanied by naturalist in
Jungles of Ranthambhore as one of the few
preserves were nocturnal, camera-shy tigers
may be seen in (sunset) during feeding.
Evening on leisure with local cultural activities
at resort. Overnight in Ranthambore. Meals B,
L, D.
Special experience: Early morning and afternoon Open Jeep Safari with Private Naturalist
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Day 9Thu
Ranthambore to Jaipur (approx. 4 hrs by road) | 30th October 2025, Thursday
Early morning Shared Jeep safari (3rd Trip, included),
back to resort for breakfast, relax and checkout and
travel overland to Jaipur, enjoy your lunch on the way.
Once you arrive in Jaipur, you'll get transferred to your
hotel. Later visit the imposing City Palace, a unique and
arresting complex of several palaces, pavilions, gardens,
and temples a massive, still home to the Maharaja
although several of the rooms are now open to the
public. Many antiques and artifacts belonging to the
ruling family are housed here, including a collection of
weaponry, enjoy a leisurely walk around. Overnight in Jaipur. Meals B.
Special experience: Elephant Ride | visit City Palace
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Day 10Pri
Jaipur | THE PINK CITY | 31st October 2025, Friday
Explore the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur with a full day of sightseeing. Drive Pass through Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace),
admire from where the palace queen could watch the activities of big bazaar without being seen. Later excursion
to impressive Amber Fort which overlooks Maota Lake. At the foot of the hill, you will mount your caparisoned
elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time-honored fashion.
Shopping at Gem Palace – Jewellery, handicrafts, clothes and the famous lakh bangles as Jaipur is one of the
most active jewel markets of the world, famous for its precious and semi-precious stones. Lunch @ local Ethnic
restaurant, enjoy your walking tour of Bapu Bazar where you will explore the local shops. Overnight in Jaipur.
Meals B, L.
Optional: Complimentary Transport Service only for Dinner – Suggested places Shikaar Bagh, Sky Fall, House of people, Copper Chimney.
Special experience: Elephant Ride | Photograph taken by 150-year-old Camera.
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Day 11Sat
Jaipur – Neemrana (approx. 2.45 hrs by road) | 01st November 2025, Saturday
After Breakfast, check out and transfer overland
to Neemrana, situated on Jaipur- Delhi
highway. Neemrana Fort & Palace (553 years
old medieval Fort-Palace) Built on the 2-billion
year-old Aravalli hills, witness the most
spectacular sunsets over the countryside. In
afternoon enjoy the Camel ride. Zip line , Free
time - Let yourself be guided around the fort
and time at pool. Overnight in Neemrana Fort
Palace with music and folk dances . Meal B.
Special experience: Camel Ride at Neemrana Village
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Day 12Sun
Neemrana – Delhi | 2nd November 2025, Sunday
After Breakfast, check out and transfer overland to Delhi, upon arrival
check in and relax. visit The Lotus Temple, located in Delhi, India, is
a Baháʼí House of Worship that was dedicated in December 1986.
Notable for its flowerlike shape, it has become a prominent attraction
in the city. Like all other Bahá’í Houses of Worship, the Lotus Temple
is open to all, regardless of religion or any other qualification.,
continuing your city tour to Raj Ghat, back to hotel . Meals B.
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Day 13Mon
Delhi |03rd November 2025, Monday
Today our exploration of India begins with full
day sightseeing of Old Delhi and New Delhi,
exploring its most treasured sites. You'll enjoy
guided tours to major tourist attractions, drive
through Red Fort, visit Jama Masjid, enjoy
rickshaw ride on hustling and bustling streets
of Chandni Chowk. Lunch at Ethnic restaurant
(Ancient Indian styled cuisines), you will also see
the high stone arch of India Gate; the
ceremonial boulevard of pond-flanked Rajpath;
and the official residence of the President of
India, the copper-domed Rashtrapati Bhawan
and Parliament House, Secretariat Buildings, further visit to Gurudwara Bangla Sahib is one of the
most prominent Sikh gurdwara, or Sikh house of worship by 3pm back to hotel and relax . Further drop
at IGI Airport to Board Flight to onward destination (TBA). Handover of farewell gift a box of Petha (Candy)
most famous Indian Sweet. Meal B, L, D.
Special experience: Enjoy the Rikshaw Ride at Old Delhi
Package Includes – Complete Tours Service from Airport-to-Airport
Transportation/Accommodation/Meals
Special Experiences with Cal India Tours and Travel (Included)
- International Rotarians Polio Event Registration (Local transfer in shared vehicle to Villages / Slum Areas for Polio campaign, 2 pack Snack Meals. Polio Kit: Personalized Apron, Cap and customized club/district name banner) – Hosted and coordinated by Rotary Club of Agra Taj Mahal
- 12 Nights’ Accommodation on Twin basis as per itinerary – at all Destinations in one private room (for 2) at excellent quality for comfortable stay with safety and private facilities.
- 1 Private air-conditioned Transportation for 13 Days with personal chauffeur for all transfers, Sightseeing and drives service from Airport to Airport.
- Airport Meet and greet with private transfers.
- Full-Time English-Speaking Tour Director
- Professional government approved English speaking guide at all Historical Monuments.
- 12 Breakfast, 5 Lunches (Delhi, Agra, Laxmi Vilas, Jaipur) and farewell dinner in Delhi.
- Guide @ Taj Mahal - who belong from the workers family who made Taj Mahal
- Visit to local sweet shop @ Gopaldas Petha Wale -100 years old. Feel by touching Taj Mahal “Monument of Love “a lifetime experience.
- Taj Mahal Drama Show at Agra “An Eternal Love Story”
- Walking tour of fruit and vegetable market. 1st, 2nd and 3rd trip Shared Jeep Safari (shared) per person.
- Black and white photograph taken by 150-year-old Camera at Jaipur.
- Enjoy Elephant ride, steady climb up to the main gate of Amber Fort Jaipur.
- Jeep Ride at Amber fort in returning.
- Walking tour of Bapu Bazar (Local Ethnic market) in Jaipur.
- Complimentary Transport Service only for Dinner @ Jaipur
- All meals in Ranthambore (Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea and Dinner)
- Monuments and Historical Sites Entrance Fees as per itinerary.
- Rickshaw ride in old Delhi.
- Enjoy your rikshaw ride at Chandni Chowk streets.
- Farewell gift a box of Petha (Candy) most famous Indian Sweet.
- Service of Snacks/ Cold Bottled Mineral Water/ Soft drinks/ Juices during drives. B. Service of Chilled Indian Kingfisher Beer during drives
- Current government GST, hotel, road, toll and interstate taxes. Fuel charges and drivers’ allowances. Rooms similar as per category option chosen.
Package does not Includes
- International Air tickets and any visa fees. Any meals not included in the inclusions.
- Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls, insurances and visa fees.
- Camera fees, excess baggage, emergency, medical cost, tips to drivers, guides, Escort and hotel staff.
- Any services not mentioned above.
Assistance: Applying Electronic Visa for India | Special Return Air Fare
Hotels:
Delhi: Andaz by Hyatt | Agra: Oberoi Trident | Jaipur: Oberoi Trident | Ranthambore: Nahargarh | Neemrana: Neemrana Fort and Palace | Delhi – Andaz by Hyatt or similar.
Tour Cost:
| Twin Sharing - US$3490 Per Person |
| Single in a room - US$4690 Per Person |
Registration /Payments
- 50% upon booking
- 50% 60 days prior to arrival
Booking Conditions
- Prices are in USD. All prices inclusive of taxes.
- Rupees exchange rate USD 1 = 87.00 rupees appx. Exchange rates may vary at the time of booking/payment.
- No bookings have been made and confirmations are subject to availability at the time of request.
- Cost is based on minimum Solo Traveler in a private room / 2 pax on twin sharing in a double room .
- Supplement room cost @ Delhi is extra and not included in package price.
- Supplement US$ 200 would levy after 31st May 2025
- Booking amount 50% upon registration with balance payable 60 days prior to arrival.
- Hotel Standard Check in at 2 Pm , Check out at 12pm .
Cancellations and refunds on tour package
Following are the cancellation fees per person per arrangement that will apply on tour cost
- All registration cancellations are subject to a $700 non-refundable service fee, plus
- Less than 150 days 15%
- Less than 120 days 40%
- Less than 61 days 50%
- Less than 45 days 80%
- Less than 15 days 100%
Delivery of Documents:
Travel documents will be handover upon arrival in India . We will send documents to you via email.
Passport, Visa and Health Requirements:
All U.S. citizens are required to have a valid passport and Indian visa. The cost of obtaining your passport and visa are not included in the tour price. Cal India Tours will assist tour members to obtain their visa, by forwarding electronic visa link.
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