Icons of India: The Taj, Tigers & Beyond with Dubai & Kathmandu

Small groups lead to big experiences on this Small Group Discovery tour, beginning with a 3-night stay in Dubai, where Old-World markets and world-class shopping mingle with sweeping sand dunes, dazzling beaches, and a futuristic skyline. Gain insight into Emirati culture over lunch, then ascend to the 124th floor of the Burj Khalifa for spectacular views from the world’s tallest building. Continue to India to witness the symbol of eternal devotion with a sunrise visit to the magnificent Taj Mahal—one of the New7Wonders of the World—where Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan enlisted 20,000 workers and 1,000 elephants to erect a towering white-marble mausoleum dedicated to his wife. Beyond India’s most sparkling jewel lies a priceless mine of experiences. Hop in a rickshaw for a ride through Delhi’s centuries-old Chandni Chowk bazaar, sit down for traditional Indian cuisine in the home of a noble family in Jaipur, and embark on two thrilling open-air safari game drives through Ranthambore National Park in search of marsh crocodiles, striped hyenas, and the elusive Bengal tiger. Finally, travel to fascinating Kathmandu to explore the historic Hanuman Dhoka and the residence of the Living Goddess, before completing your journey through the valley by marveling at the sacred Hindu and Buddhist sites of Patan’s Durbar Square. A mosaic of memories awaits on this Small Group Discovery tour of Dubai, India, and Nepal.