Day 01: Flight
to India (Delhi)
Arrive in Delhi, the cosmopolitan City and capital. You are
met by representative of our associates and transferred to
your Hotel.
Day 02: Old - New Delhi
This morning is at leisure. In afternoon, visit Old Delhi.
Take a Rickshaw Ride parallel to the Red Fort through the
old city and famous Silk Road and Silver Bazaar. Sightseeing
of Old Delhi includes "Rajghat", the site where
Mahatma Gandhi was cremated and Jama Masjid, the great mosque
of old Delhi. Also visit the famous "Humayun Tomb"
which is the first substantial example of Mughal architecture
in India. Also take a drive through New Delhi with views of
India Gate, Government Buildings and Embassies.
Day 03: Delhi - Agra (about 180 km)
In the morning visit "Qutub Minar" which is 71 meter
high and consists of five stories. After sightseeing in Delhi
we drive to Agra. Arrive in Agra in the evening and check
in your hotel.
Day 04: Agra
Agra sightseeing - visit Agra Fort. Later proceed to visit
the most beautiful monument of India, theTaj Mahal, an enduring
monument to love, with a continually fulfilling beauty. It
was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1631-52,
as a tomb and memorial to his beloved wife Mumtaz.Also have
a look at the famous fine marble inlay work which is still
being done in Agra by the descendants of the families of builders
and artists of the Taj Mahal.
Day 05: Agra - Bhandarej (about 175 km)
After breakfast drive through a series of fields, small towns
and villages in direction of Bhandarej. Enroute, visit Fatehpur
Sikri, which was once an imperial capital frozen in time,
constructed by Akbar the Great in the 16th century. This wonderful
city constructed by red sand stones was abandoned as abruptly
as it had been built. It has been generally stated that it
was due to failing in the water supply. Late evening, arrival
at the Palace Hotel of Bhandarej which has a blend of Mughal
and Rajputana architecture. The nearby Bhangarh village with
its temples and historical sites has a history which dates
back to 11th century. Rest of the day is at leisure. In the
evening, local dances will be performed in the palace.
Day 06: Bhandarej - Ranthambore (about 120 km)
After breakfast leave for Ranthambore. After a break and refreshment
at our hotel in Ranthambore we will explore the world famous
Ranthambore National park on a Jeep. The Tiger remains the
biggest attraction of the Ranthambore National Park.
Day 07: Ranthambore - Kota (about 135 km)
Early in the morning, explore the park on jeeps. Leave for
Kota after Jeep Safari. In Kota we will visit the city fort
and palace, this type of fort-palace complex is one of the
largest to be found in the state of Rajasthan.
Day 08: Kota - Bundi (about 38 km) - Kota
Today take an excursion to the fort city of Bundi. Bundi is
most famous for its baoris (step wells). On the top of the
hill is majestic Taragarh Fort of Bundi. The fort has many
reservoirs, which are annually, emptied flooding the streets
leading down to the city. After the whole day excursion we
return to Kota in the evening.
Day 09: Kota - Chittorgarh (about 140 km)
After an early breakfast, drive to Chittorgarh. The Chittorgarh
Fort is the indomitable pride of Chittorgarh. The fort is
massive structure with many gateways built in 7th century
A.D. Perched on a height of 180m hill it sprawls over 700
acres. Overnight stay in Chittorgarh.
Day 10: Chittorgarh - Udaipur (about 120 km)
After breakfast drive to Udaipur- the romantic city of Rajasthan.
It is built around shimmering, clear, blue water lakes which
reflect the green hills of the Aravali ranges. In the evening,
enjoy a Boat ride on the lake Pichola. The famous Lake Palace
of Udaipur was the summer residence of the former rulers.
The James bond Film Octopussy was shot here and made this
palace more known in the west.
Day 11: Udaipur
Today we visit Udaipur, also known as the city of sunrise.
After a break, proceed to City palace, the biggest Palace
in India. The museum of the palace includes the beautiful
peacock mosaic and miniature wall paintings of Indian mythology.
Also visit a traditional painting school and see the famous
miniature paintings done.
Day 12: Udaipur - Pushkar (about 300 km)
After breakfast drive to Pushkar, one of the most religious
places for Hindus. The only temple of God Brahma is in Pushkar
thus making Pushkar an important pilgrimage city for Hindus.
Pushkar is esp famous in the world due to its Pushkar Festival
which takes place in the month of November when the whole
of Pushkar is transformed into a spectacular fair ground where
thousands of pilgrims come to bath in the holy water of Pushkar
lake and the biggest cattle and camel markets take place here
where farmers, animal breeders and camel traders buy and sell.
(If this tour takes place during the time of Pushkar Festival
we spend 2 nights stay in Pushkar)
Day 13: Pushkar - Jaipur (about 120 km)
Today we leave the holy city of Pushkar and drive to the Pink
City-Jaipur. Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan and famous
for its handicrafts and precious and semiprecious stones.
After a break in Jaipur visit the City palace in the afternoon
which is still the formal residence of the royal family, built
in a blend of the Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Continue
to Jantar Mantar, a stone observatory. Its complex instruments
reveal the secrets of medieval Indian astronomy.
Day 14: Jaipur
After breakfast we drive to the ancient capital of Amber,
laying 11 kms away from Jaipur. Ascend to the Palace Fortress
on the back of an elephant. Enroute to Amber visit the Hawa
Mahal (Palace of the Winds); built in 1799 AD, it contains
953 small casements with each having its own balcony. In the
afternoon enjoy a walk through the colorful Bazaar of Jaipur
and visit a factory to see the famous block printing work
being done since centuries in Jaipur. In the evening, drive
through the new city of Jaipur and visit "Laxmi Narayan
Mandir", a Hindu temple made out of white marble. You
might have an opportunity here to observe a prayer ceremony.
Later have dinner with a presentation of Indian music and
dance.
Day 15: Jaipur - Delhi (about 270 km)
After breakfast drive to Delhi. Arrive in Delhi in the afternoon.
The rest of the day is at leisure. (Opportunity for the last
shopping or enjoy a massage in the Hotel)
Day 16: Flight to Home
Transfer to airport for flight back home.
* All prices mentioned
are per person * From 01 April
till 31 August discounted rates are available. *
Rates not applicable during Christmas and New Year time.
* Charges of domestic and international
flights are not included in the costing. *
SGL Supplement stands for single room supplement.
Price includes: *
Accommodation in double rooms on twin sharing, basis with private
facilities. * American/continental
Breakfast. * Luxury hotels
are all five stars or of above standard. Deluxe would be a combination
of 3 and 4 star Hotels .Standard accommodation includes a combination
of 2 and 3 star or similar hotels. We also provide you wherever
possible accommodation in heritage hotels. Heritage Hotels are
old Palaces, Forts and Grand mansions of Maharajas which have
been later renovated and converted into Hotels. Rooms are comfortable,
romantic and present the flair of olden Maharaja Days. *
Rickshaw Drive in Delhi. *
Elephant Ride in Amber. * Boat
Ride at Udaipur. * One Dinner
will be with a presentation of Indian music and dance in Jaipur.
* Services of qualified local guide
(English speaking or languages of your choice) at every place
of sightseeing. * All transfers
on arrival and departure. * All
Transfers and Sightseeing throughout the tour by an air-conditioned
Car with driver. For groups an individual air-conditioned bus
(Except Standard Hotels) will be provided.
Exclusions:
Personal Expenses such as tips, laundry, telephone bills and
alcoholic beverages, camera Fees (Still or Movie).
Flights
Monument entrance fees.
Unspecified meals, etc.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations of tour will be charged as under (%age of the
total amount of the booked tour)
45 Days or over 10%
31 - 44 Days 25%
16 – 30 Days 50%
0 – 15 Days 100%
