Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
Assistance on arrival and transfer to the hotel. Check-in time is 12 Noon.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 02 : Delhi
Full day sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi
Sprawling on the banks of the river Yamuna, Delhi, the capital of India,
typifies the soul of the country. The city conceals within its bosom the
remains of civilization that flourished over the last three thousand years.
Since those legendary days, many dynasties and rulers have flourished on its
regal soil. The legacy of that past survives in the many monuments left
behind by the regents.
Old Delhi, constitutes of Red Fort built by Emperor Shahjehaan in
1638 AD, Jama Mosque largest mosque in India also built by Shahjehan, Raj
Ghat and Shanti van-the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Pt. Jawaharlal
Nehru and drives past Chandni Chowk, the main congested shopping hub of Old
Delhi.
New Delhivisit includes Qutab Minar, one of the earliest remains of
Imperial Delhi (13th century AD ) Humayun's Tomb-the fine monument believed
to be forerunner of Taj Mahal, India Gate, the 42 metre high arch was raised
as a memorial to soldiers, drives past Parliament House, President's House,
Secretariat Building, Laxminarayan Temple and The Connaught Place.
Day 03 : Delhi-Udaipur flight - 1335/1445 hours
Transfer to the airport for flight to Udaipur. On arrival, transfer to the
hotel. Rest of the day free
Day 04 : Udaipur
Morning city sightseeing tour.
Udaipur - one of the most beautiful cities in all of Rajasthan,
better known as cities of Lake, founded by Maharana Udaipur, the places of
interest include City Palace which has several carved balconies, arches and
decorated pillars, Zenana Mahal, Fateh Prakash, Durbar Hall and Shambhu
Niwas. Also visit Jagdish temple, Sahelion-ki-Bari (queen's resort for the
friends). Afternoon at leisure.
Day 05 : Udaipur-Jodhpur drive, 290 km/6 hours
Drive to Jodhpur visiting en-route Jain temples at Ranakpur.
RANAKPUR - The Jain community. like several others, had always
enjoyed the patronage of the ruling family of Mewar and quite a few
important positions were held by the Jains. In 15th century, Rana Kumbha of
Mewar gave a large stretch of land in a quite and picturesque valley, deep
in the Aravallis, to the Jains. This area came to be known as Ranakpur,
Located 96 km from Udaipur, this is one of the five main holy places of the
Jains. Although over 500 years old, these temples are well preserved almost
in perfect condition. The central temple is the CHAUMUKHA temple, dedicated
to Adinath, the first Jain Tirthankar (saint). This temple is the most
complex and extensive in design. It has 29 halls , 80 domes and 1444
pillars. What is interesting is that no two pillars are alike.
On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Jodhpur.
JODHPUR - The former capital of Marwar state was founded in 1459 by
Rao Jodha, Mehrangarh Fort spreading over 5 km on a perpendicular hill and
looking down 125 metres, the fort appears rugged and impenetrable from the
outside but houses some of the most intricately adorned palaces with
exquisitely carved panels and latticed windows, Moti Mahal, Phool Mahal,
Sheesh Mahal are some of the important areas to visit A collection of royal
cenotaphs, built in while marble, lies very close to the fort. Built in
1899, the cenotaph also houses portraits of rulers of Jodhpur.
Day 06 : Jodhpur-Jaisalmer drive, 287 km/5-1/2 hours
On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Afternoon visit Sam Dunes and camel
ride. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 07 : Jaisalmer
Morning city sightseeing tour.
Jaisalmer - much has been written about this city but nothing can
prepare the visitor for the sheer magic and brilliance of this Desert City.
Rawal Jaisal laid the foundation of the city in 1156 AD. The Jaisalmer Fort
stands almost 100 metres over the city with its 99 bastions, several
entrances, a group of Jain Temples from 12th to 15th century. The other
places of interest include Tazia Tower with its five tiered splendour, each
storey graced by a delicately carved balcony for its intricately latticed
and conspicuous facades. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 08 : Jaisalmer-Khimsar drive, 335 km/6 hours
On arrival, check-in at the hotel.
Khimsar Fort, Khimsar- perched on the edge of the Great Thar Desert
in the heart of virgin India lies a unique 16th century fort. Rao Jodha -
the founding Maharaja of Jodhpur successfully launched the royal dynasty at
Khimsar. Currently, the 18th, 19th and 20th generations of the royal lineage
still reside in this historic fort. Originally, the fort walls were built in
16th century. Subsequently, by mid 18th century, the royal family moved in
and a new ladies residence was erected with finely carved windows in stone.
Thakur Onkar Singh, the present Chief built himself a regal additional wing
in the 1940's. Today it is one of the finest heritage hotels.
Evening jeep safari to Panchla Dunes with high tea for sunset view.
Day 09 : Khimsar-Jaipur, 325 km
After breakfast drive to Jaipur and on arrival, check-in at the hotel. Rest
of the day free. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 10 : Jaipur
Morning excursion to Amber Fort, set in a picturesque location. Amer is a
fascinating blend of Hindu and Muslim architecture. Built in the 16th
century by Raja Mansingh in red sandstone and white marble, the palace
complex has some very interesting apartments. Jai Mandir, Sheesh Mahal, Sukh
Niwas, Ganesh Pol and Temple of Kali are some of the prominent areas of
interest. Elephants are provided to ascend the fort to visit the complex.
Afternoon city sightseeing tour.
Jaipur, this city was built by Maharaja Jai Singh, the notable astronomer
260 years ago. Visit the Maharaja's City Palace, the home of the erstwhile
royal family, the Observatory, Ram Niwas Gardens, Hawa Mahal or the Palace
of winds built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh and drive past the old
part of Jaipur city
Day 11 : Jaipur-Agra drive, 235 km/6 hours
En-route visit Fatehpur Sikri.
Fatehpur Sikri, the birth story of this beautiful city is interesting.
There, in a grotto in Sikri, lived a Muslim Saint , Sheikh Salim Chishti by
name. Akbar hearing of his renown, asked of the blessings of a son, and when
a son was born, not only was the child named Salim, the site for a mighty
and ambitious project - a city - was chosen near the residence of the saint
erected in k1569. The shortage of water lead to the desertion of this city.
Visit the mosque of Salim Chishti, Panch Mahal and other Palaces.
On arrival, check-in at the hotel.
Day 12 : Agra-Delhi drive, 204 km/4 hours
Morning sightseeing tour of Agra.
Agra, the home of the immortal Taj Mahal, the inimitable poem in white
marble is the first expression of love of an Emperor Shahjehan for his queen
Mumtaz Mahal. This great monument was completed in 1653 AD. Agra Fort, the
imposing structure on the banks of the river Yamuna is replete with
priceless examples of craftsmanship in the Mughal period, including the
beautiful pearl Mosque, it was designed and built by Emperor Akbar in 1565
AD. Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah built between 1622 AD by Empress Nur Jehan, in
memory of her father, Ghias-id-Din Beg., it is considered a precursor of the
Taj Mahal.
Afternoon drive to Delhi and on arrival, transfer to international airport
for onward flight.
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