Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi Indra Gandhi International Airport, Meet with driver upon arrival and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight: Park Inn by Radisson or Similar
Day 02: Delhi Sightseeing
After breakfast we leave for a sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi. We visit Jama Masjid, this immense mosque is both the largest in India and the final architectural extravagance of Shah Jahan with a courtyard capable of holding 25,000 devotees. Later we drive past Red Fort citadel and visit Raj Ghat, a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi is a simple black marble platform that marks the spot of his cremation on 31 January, 1948.
In New Delhi we visit the 11th century Qutab Minar Tower, built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynasty, who took possession of Delhi in 1206. The India Gate, a memorial raised in honour of the Indian soldiers martyred during the Afghan war and drive past the grand government buildings The President’s House and Parliament House all dating back to the time of British Raj.
Overnight: Hotel Royal Plaza or Similar
Day 03: New Delhi to Agra (200 KMS / 3 HRS)
After breakfast we depart to the home town of Taj Mahal - Agra, takes you through the beautiful countryside.
On arrival check in to the hotel, later we leave to explore the monumental heritage of the Great Mughals, including the magnificent Taj Mahal (Closed on Fridays), a Unesco World Heritage Site is one of the Seven Wonders of the World and surely the most extravagant expression of love ever created. 20,000 men laboured for over 17 years to build this memorial to Shah Jahan's beloved wife. It's a wealth of white marble and semi-precious stone undoubtedly the highlight of the tour ».
Post lunch we visit the imposing Agra Fort, a Unesco World Heritage Site this powerful fortress of red sandstone encompasses, within its 2.5-km-long enclosure walls, the imperial city of the Mughal rulers. It comprises many fairy-tale palaces, such as the Jahangir Palace and the Khas Mahal, built by Shah Jahan; audience halls, such as the Diwan-i-Khas; and two very beautiful mosques.
Evening enjoy shopping tour Agra is known for its fabulous handicrafts, made of marble and softstone inlay Works. Agra's major handicraft products besides inlay work are: leatherware, brassware, carpets, jewellery and embroidery work.
Overnight: Hotel Crystal Sarovar Premiere or similar
Day 04: Agra to Jaipur (240 KM / 4 HRS)
After breakfast we drive to the “Pink City” Jaipur – Founded by Maharaja Jai Singh II, this ‘pink city’ is meticulously constructed on the lines of the Shilpa – Shastra, an ancient Hindu treatise on architecture.
En-route we stop to visit Fatehpur Sikri - which has been described as “the world’s most perfectly preserved ghost town”. Built by Akbar in the late 16th century, it was abandoned after only 14 years, and the elegant buildings of this superb walled city remain intact to this day. On arrival in Jaipur check inn to the hotel.
Evening visit Birla Temple also known as Laxmi Narayan Mandir, is situated just below the renowned Moti Dungri Fort. Built in a contemporary manner, covers the vast lands of the city of Jaipur. We witness Arti ceremony at Birla Temple.
Overnight: Hotel Four Points by Sheraton or similar
Day 05: Jaipur Sightseeing
After breakfast we proceed to visit of Amber Fort – (ascend the imposing fort on a decorated painted elephant) is located in Amber (Jaipur), which used to be the capital of the Kachhwaha clan, till Jaipur was made the official capital in 1727. The Amber Fort looks stunning, all-built in white marble and red sandstone. Hawa Mahal - built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, Hawa Mahal is the most stunning sight in the city of Jaipur.
After lunch, proceed to visit City Palace, the principle residence of the ruling family and is known for its stunning architecture. Part of it now converted into a magnificent museum. Jantar Mantar, a stone observatory raised in the 18th century.
Evening free time indulge in shopping for gemstones, silver jewellery, Paintings, blue pottery and hand printed textiles that Jaipur is renowned for.
Overnight: Hotel Four Points by Sheraton or similar
Day 06: Jaipur to Udaipur (450 KM / 8 HRS)
After breakfast we drive to The Lake Palace Udaipur. There is no place in Rajasthan, which appeals more to the imagination of Poets and Painter, Travellers and writers than Udaipur, an oasis in the desert state of Rajasthan. On arrival check inn to the hotel & relax.
Overnight: Hotel The Fern Residency or similar
Day 07: Udaipur Sightseeing
After breakfast we have visit of City Palace grounds and the museum, which are the testament to the valour and chivalry of the Mewar rulers. Visit Saheliyon ki Bari (the gardens the maids-of-honour), the Jagdish temple on the shores of Lake Pichola, The Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir is a treasure house of Rajasthani folk culture.
Evening we enjoy the Boat cruise in Lake Pichola. The breathtaking beauty of the Lakes – Pichola and Fateh Sagar truly make Udaipur an oasis in the desert. Later we have free time for shopping.
Overnight: Hotel The Fern Residency or similar
Day 08: Udaipur to Ranakpur to Jodhpur (270 KM / 6 HRS)
After breakfast we drive to “Blue City” Jodhpur through the most interesting contours of the desert landscape, the enchanting forts, temples, other royal residences and settlements retain its medieval character and comprise the town's multifaceted attractions.
En-route we visit the Jain Temple at Ranakpur, superbly preserved in a near perfect condition for over 500 year. The most attractive feature is the 29 halls of the temple, which have 1444 pillars of which no to be like. Upon arrival we check inn to the hotel.
Overnight: Hotel Park Plaza or Similar
Day 09: Jodhpur Sightseeing
After breakfast we leave for sightseeing tour includes Mehrangarh Fort, one of the largest forts in India. The beauty and the grandeur of numerous palaces in the fort narrate a saga of hard sandstones yielding to the chisels of skilled Jodhpuri Sculptures. Close to the fort complex, lies Jaswant Thada, this 19th century royal cenotaph built in white marble in commemoration of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II and three other cenotaphs stand nearby.
Umaid Bhawan Palace was actually built with the purpose of giving employment to the people of Jodhpur during a long drawn famine. The royal family of Jodhpur still lives in a part of the palace another part of the palace houses a well maintained museum, displaying an amazing array of items belonging to the Maharaja and the royal family – weapons, antiques & fascinating clocks, crockery and trophies.
At Evening explore the city & free time for shopping.
Overnight: Hotel Park Plaza or Similar
Day 10: Jodhpur to Osian Temple to Jaisalmer (290 KM / 6 HRS)
After breakfast we takes our journey through the vast Thar Desert to the ancient caravan city of Jaisalmer - one of the last princely bastions in the region, founded on the crossroads of lucrative trade routes. It’s like straight out of an Arabian Nights fable. The name Jaisalmer induces a dramatic picture of utter magic and brilliance of the desert. The hostile terrain not with standing the warmth and colour of people is simply over whelming.
En-route we stop to visit Osian, an ancient town in the Thar Desert known for its temples. There are 15 brahminical temples and shrines, and a cluster of Jain temples, all built during the Gurjara Pratihara dynasty between the 8th and the 12th centuries. On arrival at Jaisalmer in the evening we proceed to hotel.
Overnight: Hotel Rang Mahal or similar
Day 11: Jaisalmer Sightseeing
After breakfast we have a full day sightseeing tour of ‘The Golden City’ Jaisalmer. We set out to explore the honey-coloured fort that emerges from the flat dry desert sands and enjoy a walk through the maze of narrow streets in the city with ornately decorated ‘havelis’ in yellow sandstone, built by rich merchants at a time when the city was a key stopping place on the caravan routes from the Middle East. Jaisalmer has been described as an ‘open air museum’, and to enter its narrow cobbled lanes is to step back into another era.
We also visit the impressive ‘Havelis’ which were once build by the wealthy Jain merchants, decorated with rich-carvings, stone inlays, ornamental lattice, tracery works and some of them are still in excellent condition.
Evening just before sunset we arrive at Sam Sand Dunes to see the total sandy bush less desert. It has a truly glorious stretch of sweeping sand dunes. We enjoy Camel Ride by the sand dunes and will be able to take our favourite picture with a lone camel on a desert track and the setting sun in the backdrop.
Overnight: Hotel Rang Mahal or similar
Day 12: Jaisalmer to Gajner Palace to Bikaner (300 KM / 6 HRS)
After breakfast we drive to the Bikaner famous for the imposing palaces, beautiful and richly sculptured temples of red and yellow sand stones display some of the finest creations of Rajput civilization. It's lust for "dessert “or affection for "desert" that tickles to visit every heart.
En-route we stop to visit Gajner Palace, converted into a heritage hotel just 32 kms from Bikaner. Gajner is an incomparable Jewel in the Thar, Built by the great Maharaja Ganga Singhji of Bikaner on the embankment of a lake with a generous dose of flora and fauna.
Around the palace is a thick forestation that attracts the guests to take up a simple walk around admiring the migratory birds in winters like imperial sand goose, antelopes, black bucks and the animal species that wander around in the form of Nilgais, chinkaras, deers etc. The hotel is spread in a large area, and the ambiance around is as raw and authentic as it was before.
Post lunch followed by visit to the unusual Junagarh Fort - an unassailable fortress, which has never been conquered. Sumptuously decorated with its ornately lacquered walls in red & gold and panels of dazzling coloured glass inlay set over the coronation throne.
We also visit the asia’s largest Camel Breeding Farm, here we get the opportunity to see hundreds of camels, wherein we can also see the gamboling baby camel which is a very interesting sight and an experience in itself.
Overnight: Hotel Bikaner Haveli or similar
Day 13: Bikaner To Mandawa (180 KM / 3 HRS)
After breakfast we drive towards Mandawa - The towns of Shekhawati are eminent for their amazing painted havelis. Such is the appeal of the havelis that this region is dubbed as "open art gallery of Rajasthan". The havelis are noted for their frescos depicting mythological themes and that of huge animals. Some later day frescos shows the arrival of the British and highlighting steam locomotives and train doubtlessly for the benefit of those members of the household who did not travel to distance places by train or see this newly introduced mode of transport.
Post lunch visit the printed havelies of the Dundlod town and surrounding areas of Mandawa and Nawalgarh. The Painted Havelies of the region are called “The Open air art Galleries” Continue visit of Mukundgarh - well known for its brass and iron scissors, and Dundlod this small charming town has a fort, palace and the Goenka havelis which have some fine frescoes.
Overnight: Hotel Mandawa Haveli or similar
Day 14: Mandawa to New Delhi drop (240 KM / 6 HRS)
After breakfast have free time with the Swimming pool and later we drive back to Delhi. Reach by evening & transfer to the airport for homebound flight.
Inclusions:
- 13-night hotel accommodation on twin sharing basic with breakfast
- All Transfers/Sightseeing’s by air conditioned private vehicle
- Professional private tour guide
- Buffet Lunch
Exclusions:
- Drinks
- Monument entrance fees
- Gratuities (recommended)
Price:
- 1 Traveler - USD 1990
- 2 Travelers - USD 1170 Per Person
- 3 Travelers - USD 1080 Per Person
- 4 Travelers - USD 975 Per Person