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Upon arrival at Delhi International Airport, a guest ambassador greets you and assists with a private transfer to The Oberoi New Delhi, one of the city\u2019s finest examples of contemporary Indian design and hospitality. Check in to your Premier Room and take time to unwind over a leisurely lunch or dinner. The evening is free to relax and prepare for the days ahead, which will trace India\u2019s architectural evolution from imperial planning to post-independence modernism.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"1111\"><em><strong>Included Meals: Lunch or Dinner<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1738\"><strong data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1179\">Day 2 | Tuesday, 13 October 2026: Delhi \u2013 Old &amp; New Delhi<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1738\">After breakfast, explore the dense, labyrinthine streets of Old Delhi with a private cycle rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk, where historic urban planning, bazaars, and community spaces reveal centuries of socio-economic activity. Admire the external majesty of the Red Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with its iconic red sandstone ramparts, Mughal gardens, and imperial halls showcasing Shah Jehan\u2019s architectural mastery. Visit Jama Masjid, whose soaring domes, intricate marble work, and symmetrical design epitomize Mughal mosque architecture.<\/p>\n<p>Transitioning into post-independence modernism, guests will have the rare opportunity to visit the American Embassy (Edward Durell Stone, 1959), a pioneering example of modern architecture in India, followed by the India International Center and the Ford Foundation Office, both designed by Joseph Allen Stein, who redefined modern architecture for India\u2019s climate and landscape. Stroll through the Lodi Estate, another of Stein\u2019s master plans that integrates architecture and greenery. Later, visit the Lotus Temple (Fariborz Sahba, 1986), a contemporary architectural icon of the Bah\u00e1\u2019\u00ed faith, symbolizing openness and unity.<\/p>\n<p>In the afternoon, explore Delhi\u2019s older layers with a visit to Humayun\u2019s Tomb \u2014 the Mughal precursor to the Taj Mahal \u2014 and the Qutub Minar complex, where Indo-Islamic styles first took shape. The evening concludes with a welcome dinner at The Oberoi New Delhi.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"2466\"><em><strong>Included Meals: Breakfast &amp; Dinner<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"3168\"><strong data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"2540\">Day 3 | Wednesday, 14 October 2026: Delhi \u2013 Chandigarh (Flight)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"3168\">Enjoy an early breakfast before transferring to Delhi Airport for a flight to Chandigarh, India\u2019s first planned city. <span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Chandigarh stands as one of the 20th century\u2019s great urban experiments \u2014 a city envisioned by Le Corbusie<\/span>r<span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> as a \u201csymbol of the nation\u2019s faith in the future.\u201d Upon arrival, transfer to the Taj Chandigarh and check in.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4042\" data-end=\"4455\">In the afternoon, visit the Rock Garden of Nek Chand, a remarkable counterpoint to Corbusier\u2019s strict urbanism. Built clandestinely over decades using recycled materials, the garden transforms discarded fragments into an otherworldly sculpture park \u2014 a deeply human response to the rigidity of modern planning. Its organic, spontaneous architecture offers a striking dialogue with Chandigarh\u2019s formal order.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4042\" data-end=\"4455\">Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure. Perhaps enjoy a cocktail at the rooftop bar, watching the lights of India\u2019s most disciplined city grid below.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"3168\"><strong><em>Included Meals: Breakfast &amp; Lunch<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3175\" data-end=\"4006\"><strong data-start=\"3175\" data-end=\"3245\">Day 4 | Thursday, 15 October 2026: Chandigarh \u2013 Ahmedabad (Flight)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4779\" data-end=\"5384\">Following breakfast, embark on an in-depth exploration of Chandigarh\u2019s architectural core. Begin at the Capitol Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site comprising Le Corbusier\u2019s monumental High Court, Legislative Assembly, and Secretariat \u2014 austere yet poetic compositions in raw concrete that embody both power and idealism. At Gandhi Bhawan, designed by Pierre Jeanneret, geometric purity and reflection pools create a serene interplay of light and form. Nearby, the Open Hand Monument, Corbusier\u2019s colossal kinetic sculpture, stands as a metaphor of reconciliation and exchange.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5386\" data-end=\"5654\">Continue to the Chandigarh College of Architecture, where the ethos of modernist education remains alive in its modular design and open courtyards. Together, these spaces represent the optimism of a young nation defining its visual language through architecture. After lunch, transfer to Ahmedabad Airport for your flight to Ahmedabad, the city where Indo-Islamic, Jain, and colonial architecture merge in a rich urban tapestry.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3175\" data-end=\"4006\"><em><strong>Included Meals: Breakfast &amp; Lunch<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4013\" data-end=\"4975\"><strong data-start=\"4013\" data-end=\"4071\">Day 5 | Friday, 16 October 2026: Ahmedabad \u2013 City Tour<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4013\" data-end=\"4975\">Begin the day with a guided tour of Ahmedabad\u2019s key architectural landmarks. Visit Sabarmati Ashram, Gandhi\u2019s headquarters, a study in simple, functional design emphasizing sustainability, light, and open courtyards. Explore Adalaj Stepwell, a 15th-century water architecture marvel, featuring five stories of intricately carved stone, elaborate geometrical patterns, and decorative motifs that combine functional engineering with aesthetic elegance. Visit the Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, celebrated for its delicate stone lattice screens (jali), and the Jama Masjid, an Indo-Islamic architectural jewel with imposing sandstone domes and pillars. Conclude with curated shopping at local markets, then enjoy a traditional Gujarati Thali dinner. Each site provides unique lessons in proportion, materiality, and decorative language, offering insights that will resonate deeply with architectural enthusiasts.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4013\" data-end=\"4975\"><strong><em>Included Meals: Breakfast &amp; Dinner<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4982\" data-end=\"5733\"><strong data-start=\"4982\" data-end=\"5048\">Day 6 | Saturday, 17 October 2026: Ahmedabad \u2013 Jaipur (Flight)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4982\" data-end=\"5733\">After breakfast, visit Ahmedabad\u2019s modern and contemporary landmarks. See the Textile Mill Owners\u2019 Association building, CEPT School of Architecture, and Amdavad ni Gufa, an underground art gallery designed by architect Balkrishna Doshi that blends organic forms with spatial experimentation. Also visit the Sanskar Kendra and the Indian Institute of Management, as well as the Calico Museum of Textiles, National Institute of Design, Sangath, and Tagore Memorial Hall. Today&#8217;s stops paint a picture of the architecture of the latter half of the 20th century in the region, and encapsulate how various movements formed and then gave way to one another. Later, transfer to Ahmedabad Airport for your flight to Jaipur, the \u201cPink City\u201d of Rajasthan, known for its harmonious urban planning and distinctive Rajasthani architecture. Upon arrival, check in at The Oberoi Rajvilas, a luxurious resort inspired by Rajput palaces, where intricate carvings, courtyards, and gardens evoke the region\u2019s historic grandeur. Dinner at the hotel concludes the day.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4982\" data-end=\"5733\"><strong><em>Included Meals: Breakfast &amp; Dinner<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5740\" data-end=\"6731\"><strong data-start=\"5740\" data-end=\"5815\">Day 7 | Sunday, 18 October 2026: Jaipur \u2013 Amber Fort &amp; Royal Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5740\" data-end=\"6731\">Following breakfast, visit Amber Fort, a masterclass in Rajput military and palace architecture, with terraces, ramparts, mirror-decorated halls, and Mughal-inspired ornamental elements. Participate in a private blessing ceremony at Shila Mata Temple. In the afternoon, explore the City Palace Museum, where Mughal-Rajput architectural synthesis is on display through courtyards, balconies, and intricately painted interiors. Visit Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory showcasing stone-based scientific instruments, reflecting the intersection of architecture, mathematics, and astronomy. Pause for a photo at Hawa Mahal, the iconic five-story palace fa\u00e7ade designed for ventilation, privacy, and aesthetic effect. Explore Jaipur\u2019s markets before enjoying a curated royal dinner at Castle Kanota, with recipes preserved over generations, offering a cultural and culinary insight into Rajasthan\u2019s heritage.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5740\" data-end=\"6731\"><strong><em>Included Meals: Breakfast &amp; Dinner<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6738\" data-end=\"7338\"><strong data-start=\"6738\" data-end=\"6796\">Day 8 | Monday, 19 October 2026: Jaipur \u2013 Agra (Drive)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"9442\" data-end=\"9822\">Start the day with an optional yoga and hiking session in Aravalli Hills, whose undulating terrain has influenced Jaipur\u2019s urban form. After breakfast, drive to Agra, pausing en route at Fatehpur Sikri, Emperor Akbar\u2019s visionary 16th-century capital. Its sequence of gateways, courtyards, and pavilions demonstrates early Mughal interest in urban order and spatial composition.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"9824\" data-end=\"10091\">Arrive in Agra and check in at The Oberoi Amarvilas, designed to echo Mughal garden geometry while offering uninterrupted views of the Taj Mahal \u2014 a masterclass in contextual modern luxury. The evening is yours to relax or enjoy the property\u2019s tranquil gardens.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6738\" data-end=\"7338\"><strong><em>Included Meals: Breakfast &amp; boxed lunch<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7345\" data-end=\"8121\"><strong data-start=\"7345\" data-end=\"7414\">Day 9 | Tuesday, 20 October 2026: Agra \u2013 Taj Mahal &amp; Village Life<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7345\" data-end=\"8121\">Witness the Taj Mahal at sunrise, an unparalleled example of symmetry, proportion, and Mughal marble artistry. Observe the interplay of gardens, reflecting pools, and architecture in perfect harmony. Return to the hotel for breakfast before visiting Agra Fort, where the scale, materiality, and layout of this walled city-palace complex illustrate Mughal fortification and palace planning. In the afternoon, take a guided walk through Kachhpura Village, observing vernacular architecture and its relationship to monumental heritage. End the walk at Mehtab Bagh, where landscape design complements the iconic Taj Mahal, offering insights into Mughal aesthetic principles. Return to the hotel for dinner.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7345\" data-end=\"8121\"><em><strong>Included Meals: Breakfast &amp; Dinner<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"8128\" data-end=\"8768\"><strong data-start=\"8128\" data-end=\"8181\">Day 10 | Wednesday, 21 October 2026: Agra \u2013 Delhi<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"11015\" data-end=\"11513\">After breakfast, return to Delhi by road. On arrival, spend the afternoon visiting key landmarks of post-independence modernism. Revisit Joseph Allen Stein, Balkrishna Doshi and Jai Rattan Bhalla&#8217;s iconic Delhi works \u2014 the India International Center, Ford Foundation Building, and the Triveni Kala Sangam complex \u2014 each exemplifying a gentle, climate-conscious approach to design. Continue to the American Embassy and the Lotus Temple, architectural metaphors for India\u2019s mid-20th-century optimism and pluralism.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"11515\" data-end=\"11680\">Check back in at The Oberoi New Delhi and enjoy a relaxed farewell dinner celebrating the dialogue between India\u2019s ancient heritage and its modern imagination.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"8128\" data-end=\"8768\"><em><strong>Included Meals: Breakfast &amp; Dinner<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"8775\" data-end=\"9138\"><strong data-start=\"8775\" data-end=\"8835\">Day 11 | Thursday, 22 October 2026: Departure from Delhi<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"8775\" data-end=\"9138\">After breakfast, check out and transfer to Delhi International Airport for your onward journey, carrying an enriched understanding of India\u2019s architectural heritage\u2014from ancient Mughal and Rajput marvels to modernist and contemporary designs\u2014woven into the cultural and urban fabric of the country.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"8775\" data-end=\"9138\"><em><strong>Included Meals: Breakfast\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=&#8221;the properties &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; body_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; body_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; tab_font=&#8221;Nunito Sans|700||on|||||&#8221; tab_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; tab_letter_spacing=&#8221;4px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|30px||&#8221; body_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; body_font_size_phone=&#8221;14px&#8221; body_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; tab_font_size_tablet=&#8221;15px&#8221; tab_font_size_phone=&#8221;&#8221; tab_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; tab_letter_spacing_tablet=&#8221;4px&#8221; tab_letter_spacing_phone=&#8221;&#8221; tab_letter_spacing_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; overflow-x_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; overflow-x_phone=&#8221;scroll&#8221; overflow-x_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table width=\"75\" height=\"57\" style=\"height: 150px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 54.1562px; text-align: center;\">LOCATION<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.9375px; text-align: center;\">NUMBER OF NIGHTS<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 53.2917px; text-align: center;\">ACCOMMODATION<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<td style=\"width: 54.1562px; height: 10px;\">Delhi<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.9375px; height: 10px;\">2<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 53.2917px; height: 10px;\">The Oberoi New Delhi<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 54.1562px; text-align: center; height: 23px;\">Chandigarh<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.9375px; text-align: center; height: 23px;\">1<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 53.2917px; height: 23px; text-align: center;\">Taj Chandigarh<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 54.1562px; text-align: center;\">Ahmedabad<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.9375px; text-align: center;\">2<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 53.2917px; text-align: center;\">Taj Skyline<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 54.1562px; text-align: center;\">Jaipur<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.9375px; text-align: center;\">2<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 53.2917px; text-align: center;\">The Oberoi Rajvilas<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 54.1562px; text-align: center;\">Agra<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.9375px; text-align: center;\">2<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 53.2917px; text-align: center;\">The Oberoi Amarvilas<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 54.1562px; text-align: center;\">Delhi<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.9375px; text-align: center;\">1<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 53.2917px; text-align: center;\">The Oberoi New Delhi<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=&#8221;Docent&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; tab_font=&#8221;Nunito Sans|700||on|||||&#8221; tab_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; tab_letter_spacing=&#8221;4px&#8221; tab_font_size_tablet=&#8221;15px&#8221; tab_font_size_phone=&#8221;&#8221; tab_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; tab_letter_spacing_tablet=&#8221;4px&#8221; tab_letter_spacing_phone=&#8221;&#8221; tab_letter_spacing_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skyvacations.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Parini-headshot-002-1-300x278.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"278\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16409 alignnone size-medium\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Parini Mehta, AIA<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Parini Mehta is a Principal at CO Architects in Los Angeles, where she leads the design of healthcare and academic projects across in California. Passionate about the intersections of modern architecture, culture, and community, she serves on the board of the A+D Museum, the alumni council with University of Michigan\u2019s Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning, and volunteers her time with DOCOMOMO US. Parini is part of the organizing team for the upcoming DOCOMOMO India trip, helping to shape an itinerary that connects participants with the country\u2019s rich modern architectural heritage.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=&#8221;THE Fine Print &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; tab_font=&#8221;Nunito Sans|700||on|||||&#8221; tab_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; tab_letter_spacing=&#8221;4px&#8221; tab_font_size_tablet=&#8221;15px&#8221; tab_font_size_phone=&#8221;&#8221; tab_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; tab_letter_spacing_tablet=&#8221;4px&#8221; tab_letter_spacing_phone=&#8221;&#8221; tab_letter_spacing_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Prices are land only per person based on double occupancy. 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A rare opportunity to connect with peers and explore India\u2019s architectural narrative through a scholarly yet luxurious lens.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2601\" data-end=\"2766\">From concept to completion, Sky Vacations ensures a seamless and enriching experience \u2014 combining academic depth, cultural insight, and refined comfort.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2601\" data-end=\"2766\">[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=&#8221;the experience &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; body_font=&#8221;Nunito Sans||||||||&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; tab_font=&#8221;Nunito Sans|||on|||||&#8221; tab_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; tab_letter_spacing=&#8221;8px&#8221; tab_font_size_tablet=&#8221;15px&#8221; tab_font_size_phone=&#8221;&#8221; tab_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; tab_letter_spacing_tablet=&#8221;4px&#8221; tab_letter_spacing_phone=&#8221;&#8221; tab_letter_spacing_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4ec05247 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4ec05247\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4ec05247 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4ec05247\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n<div class=\"elementor-row\">\n<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-f3e5404\" data-id=\"f3e5404\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n<div class=\"elementor-column-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-12310507 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"12310507\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n<div class=\"elementor-text-editor elementor-clearfix\">\n<p><strong data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"527\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Day 1 | Monday, 12 October 2026: Arrival in Delhi<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Your journey begins in Delhi, a city where the narrative of architecture unfolds across centuries \u2014 from Mughal grandeur to modernist innovation. Upon arrival at Delhi International Airport, a guest ambassador greets you and assists with a private transfer to The Oberoi New Delhi, one of the city\u2019s finest examples of contemporary Indian design and hospitality. Check in to your Premier Room and take time to unwind over a leisurely lunch or dinner. The evening is free to relax and prepare for the days ahead, which will trace India\u2019s architectural evolution from imperial planning to post-independence modernism.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"1111\"><em><strong>Included Meals: Lunch or Dinner<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1738\"><strong data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1179\">Day 2 | Tuesday, 13 October 2026: Delhi \u2013 Old &amp; New Delhi<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1738\">After breakfast, explore the dense, labyrinthine streets of Old Delhi with a private cycle rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk, where historic urban planning, bazaars, and community spaces reveal centuries of socio-economic activity. Admire the external majesty of the Red Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with its iconic red sandstone ramparts, Mughal gardens, and imperial halls showcasing Shah Jehan\u2019s architectural mastery. Visit Jama Masjid, whose soaring domes, intricate marble work, and symmetrical design epitomize Mughal mosque architecture.<\/p>\n<p>Transitioning into post-independence modernism, visit the American Embassy (Edward Durell Stone, 1959), a pioneering example of modern architecture in India, followed by the India International Center and the Ford Foundation Office, both designed by Joseph Allen Stein, who redefined modern architecture for India\u2019s climate and landscape. Stroll through the Lodi Estate, another of Stein\u2019s master plans that integrates architecture and greenery. Later, visit the Lotus Temple (Fariborz Sahba, 1986), a contemporary architectural icon of the Bah\u00e1\u2019\u00ed faith, symbolizing openness and unity.<\/p>\n<p>In the afternoon, explore Delhi\u2019s older layers with a visit to Humayun\u2019s Tomb \u2014 the Mughal precursor to the Taj Mahal \u2014 and the Qutub Minar complex, where Indo-Islamic styles first took shape. The evening concludes with a welcome dinner at The Oberoi New Delhi.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"2466\"><em><strong>Included Meals: Breakfast &amp; Dinner<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"3168\"><strong data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"2540\">Day 3 | Wednesday, 14 October 2026: Delhi \u2013 Chandigarh (Flight)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"3168\">Enjoy an early breakfast before transferring to Delhi Airport for a flight to Chandigarh, India\u2019s first planned city. <span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Chandigarh stands as one of the 20th century\u2019s great urban experiments \u2014 a city envisioned by Le Corbusie<\/span>r<span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> as a \u201csymbol of the nation\u2019s faith in the future.\u201d Upon arrival, transfer to the Taj Chandigarh and check in.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4042\" data-end=\"4455\">In the afternoon, visit the Rock Garden of Nek Chand, a remarkable counterpoint to Corbusier\u2019s strict urbanism. Built clandestinely over decades using recycled materials, the garden transforms discarded fragments into an otherworldly sculpture park \u2014 a deeply human response to the rigidity of modern planning. Its organic, spontaneous architecture offers a striking dialogue with Chandigarh\u2019s formal order.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4042\" data-end=\"4455\">Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure. Perhaps enjoy a cocktail at the rooftop bar, watching the lights of India\u2019s most disciplined city grid below.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"3168\"><strong><em>Included Meals: Breakfast &amp; Lunch<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3175\" data-end=\"4006\"><strong data-start=\"3175\" data-end=\"3245\">Day 4 | Thursday, 15 October 2026: Chandigarh \u2013 Ahmedabad (Flight)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4779\" data-end=\"5384\">Following breakfast, embark on an in-depth exploration of Chandigarh\u2019s architectural core. Begin at the Capitol Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site comprising Le Corbusier\u2019s monumental High Court, Legislative Assembly, and Secretariat \u2014 austere yet poetic compositions in raw concrete that embody both power and idealism. At Gandhi Bhawan, designed by Pierre Jeanneret, geometric purity and reflection pools create a serene interplay of light and form. Nearby, the Open Hand Monument, Corbusier\u2019s colossal kinetic sculpture, stands as a metaphor of reconciliation and exchange.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5386\" data-end=\"5654\">Continue to the Chandigarh College of Architecture, where the ethos of modernist education remains alive in its modular design and open courtyards. Together, these spaces represent the optimism of a young nation defining its visual language through architecture. After lunch, transfer to Ahmedabad Airport for your flight to Ahmedabad, the city where Indo-Islamic, Jain, and colonial architecture merge in a rich urban tapestry.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3175\" data-end=\"4006\"><em><strong>Included Meals: Breakfast &amp; Lunch<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4013\" data-end=\"4975\"><strong data-start=\"4013\" data-end=\"4071\">Day 5 | Friday, 16 October 2026: Ahmedabad \u2013 City Tour<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4013\" data-end=\"4975\">Begin the day with a guided tour of Ahmedabad\u2019s key architectural landmarks. Visit Sabarmati Ashram, Gandhi\u2019s headquarters, a study in simple, functional design emphasizing sustainability, light, and open courtyards. Explore Adalaj Stepwell, a 15th-century water architecture marvel, featuring five stories of intricately carved stone, elaborate geometrical patterns, and decorative motifs that combine functional engineering with aesthetic elegance. Visit the Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, celebrated for its delicate stone lattice screens (jali), and the Jama Masjid, an Indo-Islamic architectural jewel with imposing sandstone domes and pillars. Conclude with curated shopping at local markets, then enjoy a traditional Gujarati Thali dinner. Each site provides unique lessons in proportion, materiality, and decorative language, offering insights that will resonate deeply with architectural enthusiasts.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4013\" data-end=\"4975\"><strong><em>Included Meals: Breakfast &amp; Dinner<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4982\" data-end=\"5733\"><strong data-start=\"4982\" data-end=\"5048\">Day 6 | Saturday, 17 October 2026: Ahmedabad \u2013 Jaipur (Flight)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4982\" data-end=\"5733\">After breakfast, visit Ahmedabad\u2019s modern and contemporary landmarks. See the Textile Mill Owners\u2019 Association building, CEPT School of Architecture, and Amdavad ni Gufa, an underground art gallery designed by architect Balkrishna Doshi that blends organic forms with spatial experimentation. Also visit the Sanskar Kendra and the Indian Institute of Management, as well as the Calico Museum of Textiles, National Institute of Design, Sangath, and Tagore Memorial Hall. Today&#8217;s stops paint a picture of the architecture of the latter half of the 20th century in the region, and encapsulate how various movements formed and then gave way to one another. Later, transfer to Ahmedabad Airport for your flight to Jaipur, the \u201cPink City\u201d of Rajasthan, known for its harmonious urban planning and distinctive Rajasthani architecture. Upon arrival, check in at The Oberoi Rajvilas, a luxurious resort inspired by Rajput palaces, where intricate carvings, courtyards, and gardens evoke the region\u2019s historic grandeur. Dinner at the hotel concludes the day.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4982\" data-end=\"5733\"><strong><em>Included Meals: Breakfast &amp; Dinner<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5740\" data-end=\"6731\"><strong data-start=\"5740\" data-end=\"5815\">Day 7 | Sunday, 18 October 2026: Jaipur \u2013 Amber Fort &amp; Royal Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5740\" data-end=\"6731\">Following breakfast, visit Amber Fort, a masterclass in Rajput military and palace architecture, with terraces, ramparts, mirror-decorated halls, and Mughal-inspired ornamental elements. Participate in a private blessing ceremony at Shila Mata Temple. In the afternoon, explore the City Palace Museum, where Mughal-Rajput architectural synthesis is on display through courtyards, balconies, and intricately painted interiors. Visit Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory showcasing stone-based scientific instruments, reflecting the intersection of architecture, mathematics, and astronomy. Pause for a photo at Hawa Mahal, the iconic five-story palace fa\u00e7ade designed for ventilation, privacy, and aesthetic effect. Explore Jaipur\u2019s markets before enjoying a curated royal dinner at Castle Kanota, with recipes preserved over generations, offering a cultural and culinary insight into Rajasthan\u2019s heritage.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5740\" data-end=\"6731\"><strong><em>Included Meals: Breakfast &amp; Dinner<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6738\" data-end=\"7338\"><strong data-start=\"6738\" data-end=\"6796\">Day 8 | Monday, 19 October 2026: Jaipur \u2013 Agra (Drive)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"9442\" data-end=\"9822\">Start the day with an optional yoga and hiking session in Aravalli Hills, whose undulating terrain has influenced Jaipur\u2019s urban form. After breakfast, drive to Agra, pausing en route at Fatehpur Sikri, Emperor Akbar\u2019s visionary 16th-century capital. Its sequence of gateways, courtyards, and pavilions demonstrates early Mughal interest in urban order and spatial composition.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"9824\" data-end=\"10091\">Arrive in Agra and check in at The Oberoi Amarvilas, designed to echo Mughal garden geometry while offering uninterrupted views of the Taj Mahal \u2014 a masterclass in contextual modern luxury. The evening is yours to relax or enjoy the property\u2019s tranquil gardens.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6738\" data-end=\"7338\"><strong><em>Included Meals: Breakfast &amp; boxed lunch<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7345\" data-end=\"8121\"><strong data-start=\"7345\" data-end=\"7414\">Day 9 | Tuesday, 20 October 2026: Agra \u2013 Taj Mahal &amp; Village Life<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7345\" data-end=\"8121\">Witness the Taj Mahal at sunrise, an unparalleled example of symmetry, proportion, and Mughal marble artistry. Observe the interplay of gardens, reflecting pools, and architecture in perfect harmony. Return to the hotel for breakfast before visiting Agra Fort, where the scale, materiality, and layout of this walled city-palace complex illustrate Mughal fortification and palace planning. In the afternoon, take a guided walk through Kachhpura Village, observing vernacular architecture and its relationship to monumental heritage. End the walk at Mehtab Bagh, where landscape design complements the iconic Taj Mahal, offering insights into Mughal aesthetic principles. Return to the hotel for dinner.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7345\" data-end=\"8121\"><em><strong>Included Meals: Breakfast &amp; Dinner<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"8128\" data-end=\"8768\"><strong data-start=\"8128\" data-end=\"8181\">Day 10 | Wednesday, 21 October 2026: Agra \u2013 Delhi<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"11015\" data-end=\"11513\">After breakfast, return to Delhi by road. On arrival, spend the afternoon visiting key landmarks of post-independence modernism. 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