Day 1: Delhi
Tradition welcome by our representatives at the international airport in Delhi. Meet , assist and Transfer to your hotel. Relax and spend day in leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel in Delhi.
Most visitors to Northern India will come first to Delhi. Shah Jahan’s 17th Century Old Delhi, with its teeming bazaars, battlemented Red Fort and the country’s largest mosque; and New Delhi, whose elegant 1930’s avenues and buildings reveal the enduring influence of the British Raj. Later in first half of 20th century much of New Delhi was planned by Sir Edwin Lutyens, who laid out a grandiose central administrative area as a testament to British rule in India. The division in walled city & New Delhi also marks the division in life styles.
Day 2: Delhi-Mandawa(242 Kms 5 Hrs.)
Early morning after a leisurely breakfast, drive to Mandawa, which is one of the finest castle of Rajasthan, is now a beautiful hotel and it has beautiful frescoes, Havelis & mansions. Upon arrival check in the hotel and later visit for a city tour. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 3: Mandawa – Bikaner (160 Kms 4 Hrs.)
Early morning after breakfast, Visit for a city tour and later drive to Bikaner. Upon arrival, check in the hotel. Later in the afternoon, visit for a Bikaner city tour. Bikaner City is bolstered by imposing walls and has a 16th century fort, housing old palaces, temples and mosque. Founded by Raja Rai Singh, the fort is distinguished by its long range of 37 pavilions, a line of balconies and aerial windows of varying designs. Also visit Lallgarh Palace, the museum, Bhanda Sagar Jain and Deshnoke Rat Temple. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 4: Bikaner - Jodhpur (256 Kms 5 Hrs.)
Early morning after breakfast, drive to Jodhpur. On arrival check in hotel. Later in the afternoon visit for city sightseeing tour. Jodhpur, stronghold of the fierce Rathore clan was founded in 1459 by Prince Jodha. Visit the Mehrangarh Fort situated on a low sandstone hill. Within the fort visit Moti- Mahal and Phool Mahal. Also visit Jaswant Thada, an imposing marble cenotaph built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh in 1899 and the Umaid Public Gardens. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 05: Jodhpur - Udaipur via Ranakpur (325 km - 7 hr)
Today we drive to Udaipur, The Kingdom of Mewar was considered the most respectable among all Princely states in Rajasthan & still remembered for the courage to protect the Kingdom. The site for Udaipur was chosen for its natural beauty, abundant water & natural protection afforded by the surrounding forests & Aravali mountains. It is set on the edge of three lakes & also known as the "City of Lakes & Palaces". Undoubtedly one of the most romantic cities in India, its beautiful Palaces are mirrored in the calm waters of Lake Pichola & the city is a brilliant kaleidoscope of narrow lanes flanked by bright stalls, gardens, lakes, palaces & temples.
En route we will visit Ranakpur, renowned for some marvelously carved Jain temples in marble, c
Later we continue our drive to Udaipur,
Overnight Hotel - Udaipur
Day 06: Udaipur
Full Day Tour
Today we visit the City Palace, an fascinating collection of buildings contributed by various Maharanas (Kings). The best place to view the facade of filigreed balconies & ornate cupola-topped towers. Sahelion ki Bari (Garden of Maids of Honor)
Later we visit Jagdish Temple, the Indo-Aryan temple, is the largest & the most beautiful temple of Udaipur with noteworthy sculpted images. We also enjoy boat ride on Lake Pichola, the surrounding hills, palaces, temples, bathing ghats &embankments, enhance the beauty of the lake. The Jag Niwas (Lake Palace) & Jag Mandir, the two island palaces on the lake look like pearls in the lake.
Overnight Hotel - Udaipur
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Day 7: Udaipur - Deogarh (150 Kms 3.5 Hrs)
Early morning after breakfast, drive to Deogarh. Upon arrival Deogarh and check in hotel. Later in the afternoon visit for a sightseeing tour of Deogarh. The Deogarh Castle is located on a hillock and is encircled by the town. It was built in 1670 ad by Rawat Dwarkadas Ji of the Chundawat clan of the Siaodia Dynasty. Constructed by the famed Sompura architects, well-known for their additions and alterations. There are five floors and over 200 rooms have murals done by local painters after whom Deogarh school of painting has acquired fame the world over. The family has a large collection of Deogarh miniatures. Overnight at hotel.
Day 8: Deogarh - Jaipur( 250 Kms. 5 Hrs.)
Early morning after a leisurely breakfast, drive to Jaipur. On Arrival, check in at hotel. Spend afternoon at leisure in the hotel. In the evening visit the glittering bazaars of Jaipur. Thereafter return back to hotel via Birla Mandir. Stay overnight at hotel in Jaipur.
Evening - Chokhi Dhani
an evening excursion to Chokhi Dhani complex, ethnic village resort located at a distance of 15 km from Jaipur. Rajasthani village atmosphere is recreated on the sprawling ground & includes the entertainment by folk dancers & musicians. After Traditional Dinner drive back to hotel.
Day 9: Jaipur
Early morning after a leisurely breakfast, get ready for a morning excursion to Amber Fort. Elephant ride ascent to the fort. Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent Jai Singh I. Its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds it's ultimate expression. Thereafter, continue the visit of city tour to Hawa Mahal, Jantar mantar, and City
Palace. Thereafter return back to the hotel. Stay overnight at the hotel in Jaipur.
Day 10: Jaipur - Agra via Fatehpur Sikri (260 km - 6 hr)
Today we drive to Agra, en route we will visit Fatehpur Sikri (Ghost Capital), the political capital of India's Mughal Empire under Akbar's reign, from the year 1571 until 1585, when it was abandoned, ostensibly due to lack of water. We visit Emperor Akbar's Residential complex, Mosque & Tomb of Salim Chisti.
Further we continue our drive to Agra, beautifully situated on the banks of river Yamuna. It achieved prominence as the capital of the Mughal Emperors from the year 1526 to 1628, remains major tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era monuments, most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri, all three are UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Overnight Hotel - Agra
Day 11: Agra - Delhi (203km - 4hr)
Today we visit Taj Mahal, symbol of eternal love, which stands on the banks of River Yamuna. The fifth Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan in the year 1631 in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal, built it. It was completed in 22 years. Further we visit Agra Fort, taken over from the Lodhis by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the late 16th century. The Fort can be more accurately described as a walled palatial city. It was built from red sandstone, often inlaid with white marble & intricate decorations. We will also visit Sikandara, Akbar's tomb. Later leave Agra for Delhi.
Overnight Stay at the hotel in Delhi
Day 12: Delhi - Departure
After a leisurely breakfast We start sightseeing tour of Delhi. The 17th century walled city of Shah Jahanabad, Visiting the great Jama Masjid, the principal mosque of Old Delhi. It is the largest & best-known mosque in India.
We also visit Raj Ghat, memorial to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. Further, we drive past India Gate, President's House, and the official residence of the President of India. Until 1950, it was known as Viceroy's House and served as the residence of the Governor-General of British India. In addition, Humayun’s Tomb, the complex is a World Heritage Site & the first example of this type of Mughal architecture in India. The tour includes the 238-foot Qutab Minar minaret , an important example of Indo-Islamic Architecture, and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Later Transfer to International Airport to catch Onward flight.
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