Day 01 : Delhi
Arrive Delhi in the Morning…! Welcome and Transfer to the
Hotel. Afternoon visit Delhi, the capital of India , comprising
old and New Delhi. Old Delhi was the capital of Mughals between
the 12th and 19th centuries. Here there are many mosques, monuments
and forts, the most notable being the Red Fort and the Jama Masjid.
The medieval atmosphere of the Bazaars of Old Delhi contrasts
sharply with the open, spacious streets of New Delhi, the imperial
city created as the capital of India by the British. Over night
at Hotel.
Day 02 : Delhi
Morning visit of the Lutyenes designed Delhi – the India
Gate, Parliament Building and the Rashtrapati Bhawan, the official
residence of the President of India, Qutab Minar, The Tower of
Victory erected by wife of second Mughal emperior, a fine piece
of architecture. Bodh monuments are now UNESCO’s classified
World heritage sites. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 03 : Delhi / Agra:
Morning depart for Agra, the old imperial capital of India. It
has superb monuments dating from the era. Afternoon visit the
world famous Taj Mahal, whose eternal beauty will astonish and
mesmerize the visitors. Thereafter visit of the Grand Agra Fort
where lived three Mughal Emperiors. This Fort rises on the edges
of Yamuna and is surrounded by a wall 20 meters high and 2500
m in perimeter overnight.
Day 04 : Agra / Fatehpur Sikri/ Ranthambhore
In the morning proced for the princely state of Rajasthan enroute
visit Fatehpur Sikri, the abandoned city built by Akbar as his
capital for 14 years. This city built in 1569 has some splendid
Palaces – with an excellent blend of Hindu & Muslim
architecture Proceed to Bharatpur station and take a train towards
Ranthambhore – Rajasthan’s most renowned wildlife
sanctuary, it is 400 sq. kms of dry deciduous forest, perfect
natural habitat for tiger set in the Aravalli and Vindhya hills.
Afternoon visit the Park for game viewing which includes the antelopes,
spotted – deers, wild boars, crocodile and the majestic
Bengal Tiger. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 05 : Ranthambhore :
Day dedicated for the visit of the jungle to see the wildlife
and the Tiger. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 06 : Ranthambhore / Bundi / Kota
Morning depart for Bundi – the lively backwater town of
13th centaury dominated by large complex of Forts and palaces
hugging the steep hillside. The complex is made of two –
Garh, Palace and Taragarh- Fort and then flowering into series
of palaces, with a fretted skyline of cupola and canopies. Visit
Phool Palace and the Chitra Shala depicting the Bundi style of
miniature paintings. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 07 : Kota/Bijolia/Menal/Bijaipur
Morning depart for Bijaipur enroute visiting Bijolia and Menal.
Visit the temple, which is one of the finest examples of 10th
century Partihara temple. Thereafter, continue for Bijaipur. Arrive
and check in to the Fort- built by Rao Shakti Singh in 16th century.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 08 : Bijaipur/Chittorgarh/Udaipur
In the morning leave for the Chittorgarh, famous for its sprawling
hilltop fort spread over 700 acres, which epitomizes the romantic,
Rajput chivalry. Its sacred walls and ruined palaces relate the
saga of innumerable sieges and heroism. Visit the Vijay Stambh
– the victory tower, built in 1440 to commemorate Maharana
Kumbh’s victory over Muslim rulers, ‘The Rana Kumbha
Palace’ – the palace where princess Padmini and other
royal ladies commited ‘Jauhar’ ( mass suicide). Continue
towards the romantic city of Udaipur also known as “ The
White City”. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 09 : Udaipur
Set around the vast Pichola Lake and dominated by dramatic palaces,
Udaipur is surely Rajasthan’s most picturesque city. Morning
visit the romantic and stunning white marble Palace built on an
island in the Lake Pichola, the magnificent City Palace- built
in 1725, the ancient palaces of the Mewar Royal Family for centuries,
the Jagdish temple. Afternoon visit the Sahelion – Ki –
Bari also called as the garden of demoiselles and its pond covered
with Lotus flowers, thereafter visit the school of paintings.
Which specializes in miniatures. In the evening enjoy the boat
ride on Lake Pichola and visit of Jag Mandir in the middle of
the Romantic Lake Pichola. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 10 : Udaipur/Ranakpur/Rohetgarh:
Morning depart for Ranakpur to see the magnificent 15th century
jain temples, delicately carved out of white Marble, in the deep
secluded valley of the Aravalli Hills. There are 1444 pillers
in the temples and carved differently. Also visit the temple of
Adinath. Thereafter continue for the village of Rohet-stay in
the fortified desert home of the descendants of the 16th century
Champawat clan and experience the famed warmth of courteous Rajput
hospitality. Late in the afternoon walk through the Village to
meet the people and get an insight into their tradition and culture.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 11 : Rohet/Jodhpur/Sand Dunes
Morning depart for Jodhpur, the blue city of the desert. Visit
its grand and imposing Mehrangarh fort dominating the landscape.
It has some exquisite palaces decorated with mural frescos and
stone laces. Thereafter proceed to the city and walk in its quaint
and colourful markets. Late in the afternoon continue for the
camplocated atop a sand dune in the desert and stop for this night.
In the evening , take a safari through the landscape of Thar.
Overnight at camp.
Day 12 : Sand Dunes/Jaisalmer
Departure for Jaisalmer, the yellow city lying in the heart of
the desert, surrounded by sand dunes with an imposing and impregnable
sand coloured fort. Today it is an inhabited city. Whose chief
attraction is lacy filigree of pierced stonework, facades of merchant
havellis and private houses, and a series of ornately caverd Jain
temples. In the afternoon visit the Gaddi Sagar Lake, adorned
with an arched gateway and the royal cenotaphs at the Barj Bagh
and view the setting Sun over this city. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 13 : Jaisalmer :
Visit of Jaisalmer, splendid caravan city founded into 1155 by
Rao Jaisal The city is a jewel, the exquisitely carved balconies
of the “ Havellis” with rich filigree work all over
, the fort perched atop the hill with beautiful palaces and ‘jharokhas’
Jaisalmer is also called ‘the Museum city’. In the
afternoon, proceed towards Khuri-40 kms. To see the picturesque
wind – caressed dunes of the Thar Desert creating enchanting
mirages. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 14 : Jaisalmer/Bikaner:
After breakfast depart for the fortified city of Bikaner. Bikaner
stands on a slightly raised ground and is circumscribed by a long
embattled wall having five entrance gates. Visit the magnificent
Junagarh Fort, palaces and temples , created with delicacy in
redding – pink sandstone, the living manifestations of its
rich historical and architectural legacy. Bikaner is home of the
best riding camels in the world. Later walk through the Undulating
lanes and colorful bazaars of Bikaner. Overnight atHotel.
Day 15 : Bikaner / Kuchaman :
Depart for Kuchaman city. It controlled the salt trade as far
as back as 1250 years ago. The citadel is perched on the hill
like an eyrie. On arrival the jeeps take you atop this magnificent
fort hotel passing though many exquisitely designed gates with
fine paintings on the walls and cellings. Visit of the superb
palaces Sheesh Mahal, Dewan-e-Khas, Meena Bazaar and the fabulous
underground all weather swimming pool. The visit of the fort speak
about its history and the battles fought here. The view at night
of the lit-up city and the Aravalli hills and Sambar Lake in the
distance is enchanting.
Day 16 : Kutchaman/Jaipur
In the morning depart for Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan also
called the pink city. Steeped in history and culture, the city
is known for its magnificent Palaces and forts, broad avenues
and spacious gardens. Jaipur with its romantic charm takes you
to an epoch of royalty and tradition. Enroute visit the old caravan
city of Samod , locked up in its walls and dominated by the castle.
Visit the Palace the Sheesh Mahal- the hall of Mirrors. After
lunch continue towards Jaipur . evening a panoramic city tour
of the pink city of Jaipur.
Day 17 : Jaipur :
Morning excursion to Amber fort, the ancient capital of the Rajput
Empire rulers, perched atop the hill overlooking the lake. Ascend
to this hilltop fort in Maharaja style. By decorated elephant
visit the beautiful complex of palaces including inlaid mirror
palace, halls, pavilions, gardens and the famous Kali temple.
In the afternoon , city tour of Jaipur visiting the city palace
– the Royal residence of Maharaja built in Rajasthani and
Mughal architecture, Hawa Mahal The palce of Wind & The observatory
of the 18th century. Thereafter have a walk in the busting bazaars
of jaipur , known for their beautiful carpets enamelled omaments
precious and semi – precious stones and many other artes
crafts. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 18 : Jaipur / Delhi
Like all good things come to an end today we in the morning proceed
towards Delhi. Arrive Delhi and installation at Hotel. Afternoon
is free for independent activities or the last purchases. Overnight
at Hotel.
Day 19 : Delhi/ Departure