01 DAY : Arrive Delhi (Flight TBA)

Welcome to India!
Arrive at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport.
You are met by our company representative with traditional and sacred marigold flower garland.

Delhi stands as the capital of Modern India. Here you can see the mingling of the Old and New India, the ancient and the modern. Delhi has seen the rise and fall of many emperors, which has left behind a plethora of monuments that commemorate the grandeur and glory of bygone ages.

Standard check in time at 1400 Hours (Early check in is subject to availability)
Check in at Hotel.
Overnight stay at hotel

02 DAY : In Delhi

American Breakfast
Mughal tour of Old Delhi: the once ancient walled city. The Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan shifted the Mughal capital from Agra to Delhi. Possessing remarkable talent in architecture, he created the seventh city and in the process brought about Delhi’s glorious renaissance.

Jama Masjid: One of Asia’s largest mosques can hold a mind-blowing 25,000 people. Towering over Old Delhi, the ‘Friday Mosque’ was Shah Jahan’s final architectural opus, built between 1644 and 1658.

Explore the intricate bustling lanes on a Cycle Rickshaw, also known as pedicab. A local form of transport. Through the narrow lanes of Chandni Chowk (literally, ‘Silver Street’), once the most opulent perfume market of India along with a visit to Asia’s largest wholesale Spice Market.

Drive past the Red Fort, Shah Jahans symbol of power and elegance. Home to Mughal emperors for over 200 years. Named for its massive enclosing wall built in red sandstone, it was once the fortified palace of the then capital, Shahjahnabad.

Afternoon Sightseeing of New Delhi

The Delhi Sultanate
Humanyu Tomb visit a masterpiece of Mughal architecture.

Experiential Extra activities at no extra cost

Historic Gardens

Lodi-Gardens -Take a walk along with the local Delhi- Ites

Lodi Garden spans over 90 acres. Steeped in history, the gardens are home to Mughal architectural tombs and mausoleums; the most prominent being that of Sikandar Lodi An Archeological Survey of India protected zone, Lodi Gardens has an old world charm amidst New Delhi.

The Delhi Sultanate
Qutab Minar visit the tallest minaret in India

Footsteps of Lutyens. The greatest British architect

Drive past the Imperial part of the city designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens for the British in the 1920s. Continue along the main avenue, the impressive Rajpath to the World War I memorial arch, the India Gate and past the Rashtrapati Bhawan, the President’s residence and the Parliament Buildings.

Experiential Extra activities at no extra cost

Visit Bangla Sahib Gurudwara and live kitchen.

The most prominent Sikh Temple. They serve free meals known as” langar “where over 10,000 people come to eat everyday despite different religion, caste and creed.

The food is made in one of the largest live kitchens and you can have a chance to take part in the same.

Overnight stay at hotel

03 DAY : Delhi – Agra (Approx 210 kms 4 hour drive)

American Breakfast

In time check-out and drive to Agra

En-route visit Itimad ud Daulah.

The tomb of I’timad-ud-Daulah is a Mughal mausoleum often described as a “jewel box”, and sometimes also called the “Baby Tāj”, the tomb of I’timad-ud-Daulah is often regarded as a draft of the Taj Mahal.

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Visit Red Fort:

One of the large fortified residences built at various strategic points of Mughal Empire.

The fort presents a good sampling of Islamic and Hindu architectural styles.

It is said Agra Fort is the Place where Shajahan saw Mumtaz and fell in Love at first sight.

Visit Taj Mahal(remains closed on Friday), the marble memorial of love that needs no introduction.The Taj Mahal was build by Emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for his beloved Queen Begum Mumtaz. This wonder of the world is said to have taken 21 years to build. It has an enormous shimmering white dome with four corner minarets and is marked by perfect symmetry and harmony, be it the shape of the minarets; the cupolas; the central arch in the façade; the perfectly arranged arched recesses or the intricate stone inlay work.

Overnight stay at Hotel

04 DAY : Agra – Jaipur (Approx 240 kms 5 hour drive)

American Breakfast
In time check-out

Experiential Extra activities at no extra cost
Visit Philanthropic activity: Visit Mother Teresa’s Charity Home
Mother Teresa’s Charity home in Agra has more than 48 children who are orphaned or come from poor families who can no longer provide for them; as well as 150 infirmed adults who can no longer care for themselves. The mission is solely reliant on private donations to support their cause. Give back to this underprivileged part of society by sharing your time with them.

Drive to Jaipur En route Visit Fatehpur Sikri
This magnificent fortified ghost city was constructed by Akbar in 1659 to honor the Saint Sheikh Salim Chisti, who had foretold the birth of Akbar’s son, Jahangir. The city is a combination of Hindu and Persian architecture, and is in a remarkable state of preservation. It is a fine example of a Mughal city at the height of the empire’s splendor. Akbar’s court occupied this city until it was abandoned, after the local wells.

Experiential Extra activities at no extra cost
Abhaneri Step Well
Continue your drive to visit one of the most amazing sites of this tour ‘Abhaneri Step Wells’. The small village of Abhaneri has one of India’s deepest and largest step wells (or “baolis”). Step wells are unique to India. They were used as cool places of resort, as pools for ritual cleansing before a temple visit and as a water supply for dry weather.

Check into the hotel
Overnight stay at hotel

05 DAY : In Jaipur

American Breakfast
Forts of Rajasthan
Sightseeing of Amber Fort on elephant back.
This hilltop fortress was the Royal Family’s residence and is one of the most enchanting forts of India. A complex of palaces, temples, mirror inlaid public halls and beautifully manicured gardens, the fortress is an exquisite example of Rajput architecture. Within the fort are enchanting palaces and chambers notable amongst them being the Sheesh Mahal (Palace of Mirrors) and Diwan-e-Aam (Hall of Public Audience).

Afternoon City tour of the Pink City of Jaipur, Jantar Mantar Observatory, City Palace & drive past the magnificent façade of Hawa Mahal.

City Palace & Observatory
City Palace. This beautiful palace was built during the reign of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh. This Palace stands apart, with its outstanding art and architecture.

Jantar Mantar an Observatory
A collection of architectural astronomical instruments, built by Sawai Jai Singh who was a Rajput king. The name is derived from jantar (“instrument”), and mantar (“formula”, or in this context “calculation”). Therefore jantar mantar means literally ‘calculation instrument’.

Evening Visit Govind Devji Krishna Temple for evening pray ceremony amongst
devotees and followers who come especially to pay their respects to Lord Krishna. This Krishna temple has been highly preserved by the erstwhile royal family. Sawai Jai Singh installed the image of GOVIND DEV JI (an incarnation of lord Krishna) after it was brought from Vrindavan. Housed within the sanctum of this spire less temple, the patron deity of the royal family is very religiously worshipped by most of the Hindus in the city and near by areas.
Overnight stay at Hotel

06 DAY : Jaipur – Jodhpur (approx 330 kms 6 hours)

American Breakfast
In time check-out and drive to Jodhpur
Jodhpur – was formerly the seat of a princely state & the capital of the kingdom was known as Marwar. The city is also known as the “Sun City” for the bright, sunny weather it enjoys all the year round. It is also referred to as the “Blue City” due to the vivid blue-painted houses around the Mehrangarh Fort. The old city
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Later Visit Mehrangarh Fort & Jaswant Thada
Sightseeing tour of Jodhpur – gateway to the desert beyond, home of the Rathors of Marwar, visit the Mehrangarh Fort, rising up a hilly scarp, built on the advice of a hermit, overlooking the city in the image of a long sentinel. Inside the Fort are a number of palaces added by successive rulers. In this palace you would see different miniature paintings & cradle room.

After this you would visit Jaswant Thada Memorial Cenotaphs of the Royal Family.
Continue to explore the Clock Tower area: This is one of the oldest market of Jodhpur. It is noisy, dirty yet colorful and may well have close to 7,000 match-box sized shops. Be prepared to Muscle you way through the narrow lanes, with others, brushing past you as this market is shopper’s delight.
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07 DAY : Jodhpur – Udaipur via Ranakpur (approx 260 kms 6-7 hours)

American Breakfast
In time check-out and drive to Udaipur Enroute Ranakpur is widely known for its marble Jain temple, said to be the most spectacular of the Jain temples. There is also a small Sun temple which is managed by the Udaipur royal family trust. Over 1444 marble pillars, carved in exquisite detail, support the temple. The pillars are all differently carved and no two pillars are the same. It is also said that it is impossible to count the pillars.

Continue drive to Udaipur and check into the hotel
Overnight at Hotel

08 DAY : In Udaipur

American Breakfast
Morning proceed sightseeing of Udaipur.

Royal Lakes and Palaces of Rajasthan
The picturesque city of lakes and innumer able palaces dotting the banks of Lake Pichola
Visit the Magnificent City Palace, an enormous edifice that stands on a hill on the banks of Lake Pichola, surrounded by crenulated walls. Built in 1567, it is composed of 4 major palaces and several minor palaces that form a single stunning façade.

Walk through the bustling colorful by-lanes of Rajasthani Bazaar with rich folk art and craft.
Jostle with the camels and the rickshaws and visit the gentle holy temples in every crook and corner.

Also visit the lovely Sahelion-ki-Bari. Maharana Sangram Singh built this garden for his daughter and the ladies of the Queen’s court. It is said he wished to recreate the monsoon for his daughter, who had been ill for a long period.

Sunset Hues on the Royal Palaces on seat sharing basis
At sundown, take a cruise around Lake Picholla on a local boat. Sit back and watch the lights of the City Palace cast its reflection on the still waters of the lake.
Overnight stay at Hotel

09 DAY : Udaipur Airport Departure

American Breakfast
Departure transfer from hotel to Airport to board flight for destination