DAY 01 : ARRIVAL DELHI
Arrive Delhi, the capital city of India. Upon arrival, you will be met by our representative at the Indira Gandhi International Airport and transfer to your hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Delhi
DAY 02 : DELHI
Today proceed for your sightseeing and visit the Qutab Minar, a fine example of Indo-Islamic architecture and a minaret that forms part of the Qutb complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Later proceed to visit Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
Gurudwara Bangla Sahib – Built in the memory of the 8th Sikh Guru Sri Harkishen Sahib, Gurdwara Bangla Sahib is one of the important historical Gurdwara in Delhi.
Thereafter proceed to visit the majestic Red Fort spread over an area of 2 km and also have a secrete 300 years old bazaar “market” inside, a long passage way that contains a bazaar and is set within an arched passage.
Then visit India’s largest mosque - Jama Masjid, travel through the bustling market and take a cycle Rickshaw ride through narrow alleys and lanes in Chandni Chowk. Apart from all this you will also get opportunity to enjoy a walking tour with your guide through the largest spice market in Asia called Khari Baoli along with some local area, return to hotel and rest of the day free for personal activities.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 03 : DELHI – AGRA (210 Km / 4.5 hours)
Today discover the Humayun’s Tomb is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun in Delhi, India. The Tomb was commissioned by Humayun's first wife.
Later drive to Agra and upon arrival check in at your hotel.
This evening witness the surreal views of the Taj Mahal at sunset. Step inside this eternal symbol of love and appreciate the intricate designs and symmetries that rhyme as a poem written in marble. Taj Mahal is an extravagant display of love, built by Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, later drive back to hotel and have breakfast at leisure
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 04 : AGRA – FATEHPUR SIKRI – JAIPUR (240 Km / 7.5 hours including sightseeing)
Today, post breakfast start your day a bit early this morning and visit the splendid Agra Fort built in red sandstone, encapsulating magnificent palaces, halls of public, private audience & beautiful gardens.
Therafter from there proceed on your drive towards Jaipur en-route visiting Fatehpur Sikri.
Fatehpur Sikri is the deserted capital of Emperor Akbar roughly 35 km outside Agra. This city was built in the 16th century and was abandoned a few years later due to the paucity of water. The entire city is still intact, and the sight of this city is worth remembering.
Upon arrival at Jaipur, check-in your hotel.
Jaipur - land of the Rajput’s. Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan, and is known as the “Pink City” because of the pink-tinted constructions in the old city. Recently the walled city of Jaipur has joined the elite list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Evening visit the Birla Temple to witness the Aarti Ceremony, is dedicated to the Hindu Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu (Narayan),[4] whose images appear inside, along with other Hindu gods and goddesses and selections from the Gita and Upanishads.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 05 : JAIPUR
After breakfast, proceed to city tour of Jaipur and Amber. Sightseeing includes Amber Fort, Fort is located 11 km away from Jaipur. Amber was once the ancient capital of Jaipur. The Fort is an excellent illustration of Rajput architecture, impressively situated on a hillside facing lake Mahota.
Visit Anokhi Museum – is a highly successful textile company which, from its beginnings almost 40 years ago, helped resurrect languishing Rajasthani block printing textile Industry. In this beautifully restored Haveli which won a UNESCO prize for restoration, you can admire textile traditions that the company has helped preserve.
Drive past Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) constructed by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799, the Hawa Mahal is one of Jaipur’s main landmarks.
Later continue to City Palace: The City Palace is still the dwelling of the former royalty H.H Bhawani Singh Ji of Jaipur. This palace museum has an extensive collection of art, carpets and old weapons. Jantar Mantar (Observatory): It was built by Maharaja Jai Singh in 1728.
Jantar Mantar appears to be an inquisitive collection of sculptures but in fact, each construction has a detailed purpose such as measuring the positions of stars, altitudes, and azimuths and calculating eclipses. The most striking instrument is the sundial which is the 27-meter tall gnomon.
Rest of the day free. You can also plan for Bazaar “Local Market" to explore the crafts such as semi-precious jewels, pottery, colorful embroidered fabrics with mirror work, woven carpets etc – watch artisans at work and enjoy souvenir shopping in this colorful city of Jaipur.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 06 : JAIPUR – UDAIPUR (By Flight)
Morning in time transfer to Jaipur Airport to board flight for Udaipur.
Udaipur also known as “Venice of East” and “City of Lakes” was established by a Rajput King, Maharana Uday Singh, in 1567.
On arrival, transfer to your hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure to stroll around the city on your own.
Evening boat ride on lake Pichola.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 07 : UDAIPUR
Morning after breakfast, proceed to explore this beautiful city of lakes.
Visit the 16th century City Palace, one of the largest palace complexes in Rajasthan comprising residence of the current Maharaja, heritage hotels, museums and galleries, courtyards and reception halls where royal events take place even today.
Jagdish Temple, the 17th century Indo Aryan temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu (Laxmi Narayan), the preserver of the Universe.
Saheliyon-Ki-Bari, garden of the maids of honor, with beautiful green lawns, flower beds, water pools, marble elephants and bird fountains.
Afternoon free to take walk across the local bazaar.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 08 : UDAIPUR – RANAKPUR – JODHPUR (250 Km / 5.5 hours including sightseeing)
Morning after breakfast, transfer by road to Jodhpur.
En route visit the famous Jain Temples at Ranakpur. Built in the 15th century, Ranakpur temples are one of the largest Jain temples in India. The temples are known for their architecture, grand structures and exquisite sculptures.
Continue your drive to Jodhpur. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel.
Jodhpur, the second largest city in Rajasthan, lies at the entrance to the Thar Desert in a region called Marwar which was founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 A.D and also known as 'Blue City' due to the mesmerizing charm of blue houses and structures that one gets to witness when in Jodhpur.
Afternoon, city tour of Jodhpur covering Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada.
Mehrangarh is considered by many as the most striking fort in Rajasthan. Initially built by Maharaja JodhaRao, the fort was further succeeded by the rulers of Marwar.
Jaswant Thaada is located close to Mehrangarh Fort, is the white marble war memorial of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, known as the Jaswant Thada.
While in Jodhpur shop for the exquisite handcrafted articles such as embroidered shoes, metal curios, and silverware, paintings and tie and dye fabrics in Local market near to the clock tower, Jodhpur
Overnight at the hotel
DAY 09 : JODHPUR – DELHI (By Flight) / DEPART
Morning in time transfer to Jodhpur airport to board flight to for Delhi.
On arrival at Delhi airport, further connect your flight for onward destination.
