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Day 01 - Arrival in Delhi
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Arrive Delhi, meet assist at the airport & transfer to hotel.
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Day 02 - Delhi
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After breakfast , visit NEW DELHI - Qutub Minar, a drive along
the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate,
Parliament House, the President's Residence and would end with
a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave. and LOTUS TEMPLE and evening
Visit to AKSHARDAM Temple. Overnight stay in Delhi.
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Day 03 - Delhi - Agra
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Today we take a tour covering the Shekhawati region known for exquisite frescoes
decorating the walls & ceilings of the havelis. We visit State of the Art Havelis
namely Goenka haveli, built in the year 1885 is believed to have some of the best
frescos in perfect match of colour & design. Gori Shankar Haveli, a good example
of mirrored mosaic ceiling. Choudaharia Haveli, though in an extreme state of deteriorations
has a rare departure of an erotic painting. The Singhania Haveli has some fine paintings
of Radha & Krishna & shows some British men holding guns. Later we drive to Bikaner,
was founded by Rao Bikaji in the year 1488. He was a Rajput prince, descendent of
the founder of Jodhpur (1459 AD) & chose a barren land called Jungladesh to shape
it into an impressive city, called Bikaner. Stay overnight at Hotel Bikaner.
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Day 04 - Agra
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This morning, visit the Taj Mahal, built by Emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for
his beloved Queen Mumtaj Mahal. This monumental construction, which took 22 years
to complete (1631-53), is most famous for its imposing white-marble dome, and is
considered the finest example of Mughal architecture in the world. Later enjoy an
afternoon visit to Agra Fort, the original red sandstone fort built
by Moghul Emperor Akbar in 1565. The Fort's maze of courtyards, marble mosque,
and lavish private chambers reflect the grandeur of the Mughal Empire. Enjoy the
rest of the day at leisure.
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Day 05 - Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur
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Travel to Jaipur en route visit the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri. Here you will
view the Bulund Darwaza, which is said to be the tallest gateway
in the world. Explore the well-preserved buildings of this UNESCO World Heritage
Site, including the Panch Mahal Palace and the white marble tomb of the famous Sufi
saint - Shaik Salim Chishti. Continue to Jaipur, the famed Pink City of India. The
entire city was painted its unique pink color in 1876 to celebrate the visiting
Prince of Wales. While the color pink was originally chosen to mimic the red sandstone
used prominently in Mughal architecture, it has come to represent the welcoming
hospitality of Jaipur. Enjoy the balance of the day exploring Jaipur on your own.
For a more lively scene, independently visit the city's colorful bazaar,
filled with vendors selling everything from sacks of spices to personal electronics
and flowers.
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Day 06 - Jaipur
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This morning's excursion takes you to the 16th century Amber Fort.
Ascend the hill to the fort on the back of an elephant and admire views of Jaipur's
original city walls and the Maotha Lake below. In the afternoon, tour Jaipur, including
visits to the observatory of Maharaja Jaisingh and the museum at the Maharaja City
Palace. Drive past the 18th -century Hawa Mahal ("Palace of Winds"),
which has a streetside facade of 953 small windows designed to circulate wind through
out the palace, thus giving the palace its name Overnigh in Jaipur.
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Day 07 - Jaipur - Ranthambore
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After breakfast travel to Ranthamore National Park. Upon arrival,
check in to the hotel and enjoy lunch and the balance of the day leisure. Dinner
and overnight in the hotel. Overnight in Ranthambore.
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Day 08 - Ranthambore
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Morning and afternoon safaris to National park to see wild animal. Here you will
have the opportunity to see a variety of animals, such as tigers, panthers, leopards,
spotted and barking deer, wild boar, antelopes and birds. Enjoy lunch and dinner
at the hotel . Overnight in Ranthambore.
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Day 09 - Ranthambore - Kota
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After breakfast drive to Kota. Upon arrival check in to your hotel. Later, proceed
for Kota city tour. Visit the City Fort Palace and Museum, Overnight in Kota.
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Day 10 - Kota - Udaipur via Chittorgarh
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This morning travel to Udaipur via the historical city of Chittaurgarh. Upon arrival,
check into the hotel and enjoy the rest of the day, at leisure. Overnight in Udaipur
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Day 11 - Udaipur
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This morning enjoy a guided city tour of Udaipur that visits the City Palace,
Jagdish Temple, and Saheliyon ki Bari. Afternoon at leisure. This evening
enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola. Overnight in Udaipur.
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Day 12 - Udaipur to Mumbai - Flight
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After an early breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Mumbai. Upon
arrival, transfer to your hotel. This afternoon, enjoy a guided, city tour of Mumbai.
Visit includes Dhobi Ghat, Jain Temple, Mani Bhawan, Gate of India
and a drive through colonial Mumbai. Overnight in Mumbai.
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Day 13 - Mumbai - Depart
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Enjoy the day at leisure to explore Mumbai on your own. Early evening transfer to
the airport for your evening flight back to home.
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