Day 01: Arrive Delhi
On your arrival at International airport, transfer to your hotel for overnight stay.
Delhi, India’s modern capital is also an ancient city tracing its origins in legend. It is dotted with hundreds of landmarks and offers more than a millennium of history in stone. From here various Hindu and Muslim dynasties including the Mughals ruled India. When British administration moved to Delhi and New Delhi became the Capital of India once again.
Day 02: In Delhi
Full day proceed for city sightseeing of Delhi
Morning visit Qutub Minar, one of the fine examples of early afghan architecture, Humayun Tomb - a red sand stone structure is considered to be the predecessor of Taj Mahal. India Gate (War Memorial Arch) and Lakshminarayan Temple - a modern Hindu Temple, Also drive past Parliament House and Presidency House.
Afternoon visit Raj Ghat - the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru, Jama Masjid, one of the largest and best-known mosques, and drive past Red Fort.
Later enjoy cycle rickshaw ride within Old Delhi. Evening enjoy the Sound and light show in Red fort.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 03: Delhi - Agra (205 Kms / 04 & ½ Hrs)
Morning drive to Agra, visit Sikandra en-route.
Akbar's tomb at Sikandra has a large arched entrance and green lawns, the entrance is decorated with marble inlay work around the arch, and the inner surface of the dome of the tomb is decorated with images of flowers, geometric designs and Islamic calligraphy.
Later continue drive to Agra and on arrival check in into hotel.
Agra is famous as being home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World-the Taj Mahal. The architectural splendour of the mausoleums, the fort and the palaces is a vivid remainder of the capital in the 16th and early 17th centuries. A pleasant town with comparatively slow pace, the city is also famous for its carpets, gold thread embroidery and leather shoes. Agra was once the capital of the Mughal Empire.
Afternoon take Half day tour of Agra.
Visiting Taj Mahal, the monument of love built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in sweet memory of his wife, after she died in 1631. Later visit the Agra Fort; this was built by Emperor Akbar in 1565. And Itimid-ud-Daulah Tomb, which is also known as Mini Taj because of its resemblance; however it was built before the Taj Mahal.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 04: Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (240 Kms)
Morning proceed for Jaipur by surface, en-route visit Fatehpur-Sikri.
Fatehpur Sikri is 40 Kms from Agra and built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 and abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. See the graceful buildings including the Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal and other Palaces.
After visit Fatehpur-Sikri continue drive to Jaipur and on arrival check-in into the hotel for overnight stay.
Jaipur has been like that since 1727 when Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II had it built. And In 1876 A.D. Jaipur dressed itself in pink to welcome Prince Albert, consort of Queen Victoria and earned the epitaph ‘PINK CITY', it is also a home of excellent handicrafts especially known for the exquisite gold jewellery enameled or inlaid with precious stones, blue pottery, carving on wood, stone & ivory, block print, tie & dye textiles, hand made paper, miniature painting etc.
Day 05: In Jaipur
Morning we take an excursion to the Amber Fort and afternoon visit the city.
Visiting impressive Amber Fort situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, The Fort, completed in the early 18th century, took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruling families. A royal elephant ride to ascend the fort (depending upon the availability else by jeep). Also visit Sheesh Mahal or the Hall of Victory glittering with mirrors.
Next visit Maharaja's City Palace, the Observatory, & Ram Niwas Gardens. Later stop at Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace) for photography. Hawa Mahal was built in 1799, its original intention was to allow royal ladies to observe everyday life in the street below without being seen.
Day 06: Jaipur - Chattra Sagar
Morning leave for Chattra sagar, a natural place for sunrise and sunset and the temples of medieval times and enjoy Jeep Safari provided by the royal family.
Stay overnight at Chattra sagar In Luxury Tent.
Day 07: Chattra Sagar – Devigarh
After breakfast leave for Devigarh Fort, a massive fort now converted into a luxury heritage hotel, which beckons the history of Marwar.
Stay overnight at Devigarh Fort (A Heritage Hotel)
Day 08: Devigarh – Udaipur
Morning you will drive to Udaipur and arrival transfer to hotel fro overnight stay.
Udaipur is also known as Venice of the East. The main City is situated around Lakes. Lake Pichola at Udaipur is one of the biggest human made lakes in the world. Udaipur is also described as the “City of Sunrise”.
Day 09: In Udaipur
Morning proceed for city sightseeing tour of Udaipur
Udaipur visit the City Palace; an imposing edifice of granite and marble Also visit Museum, Jagdish Temple and Sahelion Ki Bari, a Garden design in the early 18th century purely as a pleasure garden design, Jagdish Teple: Built by Maharana Jagat Singh I in 1651 the temple enshrineses a black stone image of Lard Vishnu. There is a Brass image of Garuda the Lord Bird carrier.
Enjoy Auto rickshaw ride in the bazaar of Udaipur.
Enjoy a two-hour boat-ride on Lake Pichola, which is surrounded by hills on three sides. From little islands in the Lake rise at the water’s edge palaces of pure white marble.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 10: Udaipur - Rohet
Morning proceed for Rohet by surface and on arrival check-in into the hotel.
A village safari in the morning hours will introduce you to the local cultures and traditions. Later visit the local homes and feel the warmth and affection at offer.
Also interact with various communities living in the area to share and understand their world.
Evening enjoy the traditional folk ceremonies signifying friendship and brotherhood and see village artisans at work creating leather articles, pottery and woven handicrafts.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 11: Rohet – Jaisalmer
Early morning enjoy bird-watching amidst the rising sun as with up to two hundred domestic and migratory bird species.
Later in the day drive over to Jaisalmer and on arrival check-in into hotel for overnight stay.
Day 12: Rohet - Jodhpur - Khimsar (130 Kms / 03 Hrs)
Morning you will drive to Khimsar en-route sightseeing of Jodhpur.
Jodhpur The home of the Rathore rulers Jodhpur Once the capital of the Marwar state, it was founded in 1459 A.D. by Rao Jodha- chief of the Rathore clan of Rajputs who claimed to be descendants of Rama – the epic hero of the Ramayana.
Afternoon proceed for city sightseeing tour of Prince Jodha founded city Jodhpur
Visit The Mehrangarh Fort situated at an altitude of about 125 metres is spread over an area of 5 sq. km and has seven gates. The Jaswant Thada is a white marble memorial built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant II in 1899. The Umaid Bhawan is a majestic building that presently functions as a hotel and museum. The Mandore Gardens, situated about 8 km from Jodhpur, has cenotaphs of the Jodhpur rulers.
Later continue drive to Khimsar and upon arrival check-in into you r hotel for overnight stay.
Day 13: Khimsar – Samode
Morning you will drive to Samode and on arrival check in into hotel.
Samode is renowned for its stunning havelis and forts. The Palace belonged to Rawals of Samode, who were not the part of Royal family. Actually they were wealthy noblemen, the title of "Maha Rawal" was granted to them by the Royal family, as an incentive for their courage and faithfulness. The striking Palace is embellished with rich work of ornamentation. The Samode Palace is fabulously decorated with 300 year' old fine Shekhavati style wall paintings (hunting scenes, floral motifs etc) which still look almost new.
Enjoy camel ride to explore the rural lifestyle.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 14: Samode - Delhi
Morning you will visit Samode Palace (A magnificent Palace of 16th Century still reflects it's charm of Royal life-style), remaining time is free to explore this wonderful palace and or relax by Swimming-Pool Side.
Later drive to Delhi and on arrival check in into hotel for overnight stay.
Day 15: Delhi – Onward Journey
The day is kept free for you to explore the city on your own. Late evening get transferred to the airport for your onward journey.
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