Dazzling Dubai and India
- 2026
- 2024-2025
Exhilarating Dubai plus explore the lost empires of India in Delhi, Agra, the Taj Mahal, and the pink city of Jaipur; Optional Extension to Nepal
| Style | Small Group Tour Tour escorts & guides for some segments | ||
| Departures | March – November 2026 | Group Size | 16 travelers max |
| Themes | History & Culture, Bucket List, City Stays | ||
| Activity Level | |||
| What to Expect | This fast-paced, escorted tour includes a reasonable amount of walking or hiking and requires an average level of physical fitness. This tour also includes long scenic drives between destinations and may have limited rest stops. | ||
| Already booked? | Find everything you need to know before you go, including information about passport & visa requirements, flights, luggage, and more. | ||
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Prepare to be dazzled twice on this inspiring journey to Dubai and India. Begin in Dubai, a city known for its blend of modern design, cultural heritage, and ambitious vision. From the world’s tallest building to its well-known man-made islands, you’ll see how this remarkable place has grown from a desert outpost into an international destination in just a few decades. Enjoy outstanding dining, striking architecture, and a culture that moves comfortably between tradition and innovation.
Then, continue to India for an experience rooted in history, color, and local life. Explore the Golden Triangle, starting with Delhi and its rich past, followed by Agra and the Taj Mahal, one of the world’s most famous monuments, then Jaipur, the Pink City with its ornate palaces and lively atmosphere. Sample regional flavors, wander through markets filled with the scent of spices, and connect with the warmth of Indian hospitality.
Package includes
- Flights
- Coach
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Guides
- Round trip flights from NYC via Emirates Airlines including taxes & fees
- 9 nights accommodations in deluxe hotels
- 13 meals: 9 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 1 dinner
- All transfers and ground transportation
- Comprehensive tour program including entrance fees in Dubai and India
- Professional, English-speaking tour director in Dubai and India
Optional add-ons
- Flights from other cities are available. Request pricing when making your reservation.
- Optional Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner
- Optional Agra Fort
- Optional Mehtab Bagh
- Optional Jaipur City Tour including City Palace & Jantar Mantar Observatory
- Optional Leopard Safari
Why you'll love it
- Be dazzled twice as you spend three nights in Dubai, then travel to exotic India.
- Cross Dubai Creek by a traditional abra.
- Enjoy Dubai's highlights, including the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, Dubai Marina, Souk Madinat Jumeirah, and more.
- Explore the wonders of Old and New Delhi, including Laxmi Narayan Temple, Gandhi Smriti, Qutub Minar, and the Rastrapathi Bhawan.
- Visit India's largest mosque, the Jama Masjid, by bicycle rickshaw and marvel at the red sandstone and marble structure.
- Wake up early for a breathtaking tour of the Taj Mahal in Agra.
- Join a local family for High Tea at their residence.
- Journey to the Abhaneri Village and explore the region's most visited stepwell in all of India, the Chand Baori stepwell.
- Learn the art of tying colorful turbans and sarees.
- Visit the ancient capital of Rajasthan, the Amber Fort.
Itinerary at a Glance
- 1 Depart USA
- 2 Arrive in Dubai
- 3 Dubai
- 4 Dubai
- Optional Excursion: Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner, $120
- 5 Dubai & Delhi, India
- 6 Delhi & Agra
- 7 Delhi & Agra
- 8 Agra
- Optional Excursion: Agra Fort, $20
- Optional Excursion: Mehtab Bagh, $15
- 9 Agra, Abhaneri Village & Jaipur
- 10 Jaipur
- Optional Excursion: Jaipur City including City Palace & Jantar Mantar Observatory, $40
- 11 Jaipur/Delhi/USA
- Optional Excursion: Leopard Safari, $160
Nepal Post-Tour Extension
- 11 Jaipur & Delhi
- Optional Excursion: Leopard Safari, $160
- 12 Delhi & Kathmandu, Nepal
- 13 Kathmandu, Patan City & Swayambhunath
- Optional Excursion: Mt. Everest Flyover (purchased locally), $250
- 14 Kathmandu & Bhaktapur
- 15 Kathmandu/Delhi
Dates & Prices
Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 Depart USA
- Your adventure begins as you depart the USA on your overnight flight bound for the United Arab Emirates
Day 2 Arrive in Dubai
- Meet your tour representative upon arrival and transfer to your hotel
Marriott Marquis Dubai Creek or similar
Day 3 Dubai
- Explore the Al Fahidi Historical District and cross Dubai Creek by a traditional abra
- Browse the city’s gold and spice souks
- Enjoy lunch at the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding (SMCCU)
- Spend the evening at leisure
Marriott Marquis Dubai Creek or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 4 Dubai
- Visit the city's highlights, including the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, Dubai Marina, Atlantis photo stop, and Souk Madinat Jumeirah
- Spend the remainder of the afternoon at leisure, or join an optional Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner Excursion
Marriott Marquis Dubai Creek or similarBreakfast
Day 5 Dubai & Delhi, India
- Transfer to the airport for your flight to Delhi
- Upon arrival, you'll be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel
Leela Ambience Convention Hotel Delhi or similarBreakfast
Day 6 Delhi & Agra
- Enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi
- Ride by bicycle rickshaw to Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque
- Visit Gandhi Smriti, the Mahatma Gandhi Museum
Leela Ambience Convention Hotel Delhi or similarBreakfast
Day 7 Delhi & Agra
- Visit a Sikh temple in Delhi
- Travel to the city of Agra
- Enjoy an evening visit to Sheroes Hangout
Grand Mercure Agra or similarBreakfast
Day 8 Agra
- Rise for an early-morning tour of the Taj Mahal
- Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, or take part in optional excursions
- Enjoy an evening High Tea with a local family
Holiday Inn Jaipur City Centre or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 9 Agra, Abhaneri Village & Jaipur
- Visit Abhaneri Village and see the Chand Baori stepwell
- Experience traditional bread making (chapati or naan)
- Learn the art of tying colorful turbans and sarees
- Visit a local Bazaar in Jaipur
- Continue to Jaipur and check into your hotel
Holiday Inn Jaipur City Centre or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 10 Jaipur
- Take a morning tour of Jaipur, including a brief stop at the Hawa Mahal and a visit to the Amber Fort
- Spend the afternoon at leisure, or take part in an optional excursion
- Enjoy a farewell dinner with your fellow travelers
Holiday Inn Jaipur City Centre or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 11 Jaipur/Delhi/USA
- Early this morning, join an optional excursion
- Depart for Delhi via motor-coach and transfer to the airport
- En route, enjoy lunch with your fellow travelers
- Your memorable journey ends tomorrow when you arrive in the USA
Breakfast & lunch
Nepal Post-Tour Extension
Take advantage of your already included airfare and add an optional extension to mysterious Nepal. The Nepal Extension includes 1 night in Delhi, flight from Delhi to Kathmandu and onward from Kathmandu, 3 nights in Kathmandu with a complete touring program, transfers, breakfast daily, and a farewell dinner and performance. Passengers taking the Nepal Extension will return to the U.S. 4 days later than the return dates shown.
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Day 11 Jaipur & Delhi
- Early this morning, join an optional excursion
- Depart for Delhi via motor-coach and transfer to the airport
- En route, enjoy lunch with your fellow travelers
Lemon Tree Premier or similarBreakfast
Day 12 Delhi & Kathmandu, Nepal
- Transfer to the airport to take a short flight to Kathmandu, Nepal
- You will be met upon arrival and transferred to your hotel
- Enjoy a welcome drink upon arrival at your hotel
- Later, visit Boudhanah, one of the world's largest stupas
Dusit Princess or similarBreakfast
Day 13 Kathmandu, Patan City & Swayambhunath
- Join an optional morning flight over Mt. Everest
- After breakfast, travel to Patan City south of Kathmandu
- In the afternoon, visit the National Museum and Swayambhunath, the 'monkey temple'
Dusit Princess or similarBreakfast
Day 14 Kathmandu & Bhaktapur
- Enjoy a morning visit to Bhaktapur Durbar Square
- This afternoon, visit Kathmandu Durbar Square at the heart of the old city
- In the evening, enjoy a Nepalese farewell dinner and performance
Dusit Princess or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 15 Kathmandu/Delhi
- Enjoy the morning at leisure in Kathmandu to shop and explore independently
- Transfer to the airport for your return flight
- Bid farewell to India & Nepal as you board your overnight return flight to the USA
- Your memorable journey ends tomorrow when you arrive in USA
Breakfast
Hotels
In the unlikely event that a particular hotel is not available, a similar or better hotel may be substituted.
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Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Please review the visa & entry requirements.
- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Depart from another city? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!
- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 8 or older at time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
- What's the fine print?Review the terms & conditions for this package.
What should I know about India?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
What should I know about Nepal?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
What should I know about Dubai?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
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