Tour Duration: 11 Nights / 12 days
Destinations Covered: Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Jodhpur - Rohetgarh - Udaipur - Varanasi
Day 01: Arrival at Delhi
Upon your arrival at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport, our tour executive will greet you in a traditional Indian manner. From here, he'll escort you to the hotel for check in. Rest the jetlag off and revive yourself for next day's tour.
Day 02: Delhi
After breakfast, you'll leave for a full day tour of the city, the history of which goes back to over 2000 years. Major tourist attractions will be the towering Qutub Minar, the 16th century Humayun's Tomb, the prestigious Jama Masjid, and magnificent Red Fort. As you drive along the streets of the Walled City, pay a visit to the vibrant market of Chandni Chowk. Thereafter, a visit to various Government Buildings including the President's Palace in New Delhi is also on the cards. A visit to Rajghat, a memorial site of the great Father of the Nation - Mahatma Gandhi is also arranged. In the evening, you'll be driven back to the hotel for dinner and night's rest.
Day 03: Delhi - Agra
On the morning of day three, you'll journey to the Royal Mughal city of Agra, about 4 hours drive from Delhi. Upon arrival, you'll be driven to the hotel for check in. Use the room to your convenience to relax and unwind. Later in the day, you'll be driven to the Agra Fort, A UNESCO World Heritage Site. More of a walled city than a fort in appearance, legend has it that it was here that Shah Jahan spent his last years. Explore the different areas of the fort and be one with history. Return back to the hotel in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 04: Agra
Day four will start with a visit to the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World and a standing example of eternal love. Built by Emperor Shah Jahan in 1648 AD in the loving memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, historians believe that it took more than 20,000 artisans and almost 20 years to transform this dream into reality. Spend the noon exploring the local streets and the arts of the region. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 05: Agra - Jaipur
On day five, proceed from Agra to the Pink City of India - Jaipur. En-route, you'll be visiting Fatehpur Sikri, the city built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the later part of 16th century. Upon your arrival in Jaipur, you'll straight away be transferred to the hotel/palace. Evening will be at your leisure. Stroll through the local streets of this ruggedly hilled city of forts, crafts and cuisines.
Day 06: Jaipur
Post breakfast, you'll be taken to a full day guided tour of the city beginning with Amber Fort via a thrilling elephant ride. The lavishly decorated courtyards and halls are a pure delight. Also, visit the Chamber of Mirrors inside the fort. Later in the afternoon, a visit to the Royal Observatory of Jantar Mantar, Palace Museum, and Palace of Winds - Hawa Mahal, will be organized. Thereafter, proceed to the local bazaars of Jaipur in the evening, learning about their arts and crafts. Plenty of shopping opportunities for all shopaholics! Head back to the hotel/palace for dinner and night's rest.
Day 07: Jaipur - Jodhpur
In the morning, you'll be driven to Jaipur International Airport to board a flight to the next destination - Jodhpur. Also known as the Sun City or Blue City, Jodhpur is a paradise of several colossal forts, beautiful palaces, and astounding temples. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to the hotel/palace for check in. Shortly after, you will head out for the tour of the astonishing Mehrangarh Fort which houses several palaces known for intricate carvings and open courtyards. Hereafter, proceed to explore rest of the city including the downtown clock tower market. End the day by driving back to the hotel/palace for dinner and sleep over.
Day 08: Jodhpur - Rohetgarh
After a delightful breakfast at the hotel, you'll be driven to Rohetgarh, an hour's drive from Jodhpur. It is a small town surrounded by colorful villages. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to the hotel for check in. Hereafter, leave for the village safari by jeep. Interact with the locals and learn about their culture and history. Experience the rural life in true sense of the word. In the evening, you'll be dropped off at the hotel. Indulge in the royal and delicious dinner made by the very skilled of chefs. Retire for the night afterwards.
Day 09: Rohetgarh - Udaipur
In the morning, pamper yourself with a royal breakfast at the hotel, after which you'll proceed to the City of Lakes - Udaipur. Set amidst greenish hills and beautiful lakes, Udaipur is also known as the Venice of the East. The 280 km drive will take about 6 hours. As you reach, you'll be escorted to the hotel/palace. After freshening up, you will proceed to visit the beautiful Jain Temples of Ranakpur. You day will end with a drive back to the hotel/palace for dinner and stay over.
Day 10: Udaipur
Post breakfast; embark on a full day tour of the city beginning with a visit to the City Palace, built by Maharana Udai Singh in 1559. Hereafter, proceed to visit the Fateh Sagar Lake, an artificial lake built by Maharana Jai Singh in 1687, and Jagdish Temple, built in 1651 with Indo-Aryan architecture. Later in the afternoon, enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Pichola and visit to the Jagmandir Palace. Evening will be at your leisure. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel/palace.
Day 11: Udaipur - Delhi - Varanasi
Early in the morning, you will be driven to Udaipur airport to board a flight to Delhi. Upon reaching, you will board another connecting flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival in Varanasi, you'll be escorted to the hotel for dinner and night's stay.
Day 12: Varanasi - Delhi Departure
Early in the morning, you will take a boat ride on the Ganges River to witness the splendid aarti being performed on the shores and thousands of pilgrims who come here to purge themselves of all malice. Later in the day, you'll be transferred to Varanasi's Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to board a flight to Delhi. From here, you'll be taken to the hotel room for freshening up. Later in the evening or by night, you'll be dropped off at Indira Gandhi International Airport to board the flight to your onward destination. With this, the tour will officially come to an end.
