Day 01: Abroad – Delhi
At arrival in Delhi you will be met by our representative and transferred to Imperial hotel.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of New Delhi drive past the stately government buildings of the British Era designed by Lutyens, including the India Gate & the Presidential Palace. Continue onto the beautiful Humayuns tomb of the Mughal era & predecessor of the world famous Taj Mahal. Therafter, visit the Baha'i Temple situated atop the Kalkaji Hill.
Day 02: Delhi
This morning you will be taken to visit Old Delhi Former centre of Moghul Power, Old Delhi offers ancient monuments, narrow streets and bustling bazaars. Drive past the Red Fort, built in 1648 and board the 'cycle rickshaw' for a unique experience from the Red Fort, through "Chandni Chowk" or Silver Street, experiencing the sights and sounds of this very busy avenue-heading west from the Fort. Later visit the Jama Masjid, the greatest mosque in India and completed in 1658 by Shah Jahan who also built the Taj Mahal, and the Raj Ghat, the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. Afternoon drive to Connaught Place, the commercial heart of Delhi and visit the beautiful Bangla Sahib Gurudwara temple, the most important site of worship for both Sikhs and Hindus in Delhi. Visit the Laxmi Narayan Temple & Birla Mandir.
Day 03: Delhi – Agra
Upon arrival you will be met by our representative and transferred to Amarvilas Oberoi.
Afternoon visit famous Taj Mahal this most famous Moghul monument was constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal "the lady of the Taj". It's described as the most extravagant monument ever built for love, for the emperor was heartbroken when Mumtaz died after 17 years of marriage, during the birth of her 14th child. The central structure has four small domes surrounding the huge central dome. Above the tombs of Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jahan are false tombs.
Red Fort lies on the bend of the river Yamuna, almost in the heart of the town. It was built by Akbar as his citadel over the years 1563-73 in the finest architectural style.
Day 04: Agra – Jaipur
Thereafter drive to Jaipur (221 kms), en route visit Fatehpur Sikri the deserted, red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace in the 16th century. Visit the Bulund Darwaza the largest gateway in the world. At arrival in Jaipur check at Oberoi Rajvilas.
Day 05: Jaipur
Morning tour of the impressive Amber Fort, outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant climb up to the main gate, honoured fashion. The Fort, completed in the early 18th century, took over 100 years to build and now deserted offers an insight into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruler families.
Afternoon city tour of Jaipur - "The Pink City" is spectacularly set within surrounding rugged hills, dotted with ancient ruined fortresses. Your tour will include the imposing City Palace, still home to the Maharaja although several of the rooms are now open to the public. Many antiques and artifacts belonging to the ruling family are housed here, including a collection of weaponry. You will also visit the Hawa Mahal "Palace of the Winds", and the open-air Jantar Mantar Observatory to see the vast astronomical instruments. Enjoy the colourful bazaar.
Day 06: Jaipur – Udaipur
Upon arrival you will be met by our representative and transferred to Oberoi Udaivilas.
Morning city tour of Udaipur the romantic Lake City in Southern Rajasthan, famous for the stunning white Marble Palace built on an island in the Lake Pichola. It was the former Palace of the Maharaja and now converted to one of the most glamorous hotels in India. The tour will cover the magnificent City Palace, the Jagdish temple, the pleasure gardens and lakes.
Afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on the placid waters of Lake Pichola. From the lake you have a wonderful view of the City Palace stretching along the east bank, while the south bank has pleasant gardens running down to the waterside. Followed by tea / coffee at Lake Palace Hotel.
Day 07: Udaipur
Eklingji in the village of Kailash Puri 22 kms northeast of Udaipur. It is a tiny temple complex with 108 shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva, the deity of the rulers of Mewar and date from the 16th century, although this has been holy site associated with Lord Shiva.
Nagda close to Kailashpuri down the rough country road, Nagda once a Solanki strong-hold now in ruins is one of the most ancient places in Mewar dating to 11th century.
Day 08: Udaipur – Delhi
Morning visit of Udaipur and City Palace. Late morning flight to Delhi.
Upon arrival you will be met by our representative and transferred to Imperial hotel.
Day 09: Delhi
Morning Delhi tour. Afternoon shoping at leisure.Farewell dinner at an Indian restaurant 'Haveli' at Hotel Taj Mahal serving North-West Frontier cuisine & Indian music and dance.
Day 10: Delhi – Abroad
Depart Delhi. Transfer to the international airport for flight back home.
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