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Rajasthan at a Glance with Agra

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Duration

9 Nights / 10 Days

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Destinations

Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Jodhpur - Udaipur

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Tour Price

Start from USD 1130 / INR 92,600 per person

Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrive in Delhi (Flight TBA)
On arrival at Delhi International airport, you will be welcomed by our executive and assisted for transfer to your hotel.

Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.
Day 2 : In Delhi
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a full day city tour of Old and New Delhi.

Start the day to explore the capital of Muslim India between the 12th and 20th centuries, the Old Delhi. We shall stop at the Red Fort for a photo shoot and then take a Rickshaw Ride through the narrow streets of the Old Delhi up to the nearby Jama Masjid Mosque, the largest in India, has a courtyard that can hold 25,000 worshippers. Then pay a poignant visit to Rajghat, the site of Mahatma Gandhi’s cremation and a memorial to this humble man who so changed the world.

In the afternoon we explore India’s bustling capital city the New Delhi visiting the Vijay Chowk, “Victory Square”, stopover at the Presidential Palace with its intriguing combination of classical and Indian design elements and the India Gate memorializing Indian soldiers who died in World War I. Finally visit the Qutab Minar, the tallest brick minaret in the world.

Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.
Day 3 : Delhi – Agra (By Road 210 kms / 4-5 hrs)
After breakfast check out and start the drive for Agra. On reaching Agra check-in to your hotel.

In the afternoon proceed to visit the Agra Fort, an outstanding example of Mughal architecture and the seat and stronghold of the Mughal Empire under many successive generations. Originally planned as an impregnable military structure by Akbar, the Agra Fort, over a period of time, acquired all the elegance, lavishness of an imperial palace.

Next we visit the world renowned Taj Mahal at SUNSET, referred to as one of the wonders of the world. It is the epitome of tourism in India and is celebrated for its architectural magnificence and aesthetic beauty. A symphony in white marble, a tribute to eternal love, it was built by the Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. The main structure is set amidst landscape gardens. While on three sides it is surrounded by high walls, the rear is bound by the river Yamuna.

Optional activity suggested for evening:
Continental Dinner at a nice Roof Top Restaurant with Live Band/Music

Overnight stay at hotel in Agra.

Remark: Taj Mahal is closed for visitors on Friday’s.
Day 4 : Agra – Jaipur (By Road 240 kms / 05 hrs)
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out and proceed with your drive to Jaipur.

Our first stop will be at the old deserted town of Fatehpur Sikri. The city was founded in the year 1569 by the Mughal Emperor Akbar the Great, and served as the capital of the Mughal Empire from 1571 to 1585, when it was abandoned due to lack of water.

Post visit continue with the drive and our next stop will be Abhaneri which is known for its 'Baori' or Step Wells which was invented by the natives to harvest rain water. The Baori was used as a cool place of retreat and as a water source/reservoir during parched times of the year. Chand Baori remains one of India's deepest and largest step wells. The Baori consists of three flights of stairs descending into the earth with a subterranean palace on one side. The flight of stairs and the palace are all arranged in a square pattern with the well lying at the very bottom. The palace at the bottom of the Baori was a place for the royals to stay during hot summer days. There is a large courtyard all around the Baori from where great views of the Baori can be had.

By evening you reach Jaipur and check in to your hotel.

Overnight stay at hotel in Jaipur.
Day 5 : In Jaipur
Breakfast at the hotel.

Start your city tour with a photo stop at Palace of Winds popularly known as Hawa Mahal, a five storeyed wonder with a spectacular pyramidal facade and overhanging windows with latticed screens, domes and spires. Then continue to the splendid Amber Fort, an architectural masterpiece of great historical significance. Begun in the 16th century and built of red sandstone and marble, the seemingly rough exterior gives no hint of the warm and opulent ambiance of the interior, as you’ll discover this morning. Here you also get an opportunity to climb up to the fort on Decorated Elephant back.

In the afternoon we visit the splendid City Palace & Museum which opens a door into the opulent world of the Rajput princes and the treasures with which they surrounded themselves. The City Palace complex is home to several palatial buildings constructed by influential rulers that reflect the blending of Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles. Next visit The Observatory popularly known as Jantar Mantar built by Maharaja Jai Singh II, the world’s biggest stone observatory, between 1727 and 1733 AD. You’ll be amazed by the “tools” he used to study the heavens – and that still provide accurate information today – during a tour.

Optional activities suggested:
Old Town of Amber Walk Tour (morning time) OR Jaipur Bazaar Walk Tour OR Cuisines of Jaipur OR Indian Family Home Visit

Overnight stay at hotel in Jaipur.
Day 6 : Jaipur – Jodhpur (By Road 350 kms / 6-7 hrs)
In our journey, our next destination is Jodhpur. Jodhpur, set at the edge of the Thar desert, the imperial city of Jodhpur echoes with tales of antiquity in the emptiness of the desert. Upon arrival in Jodhpur check-in to the hotel.

The balance of the day will be at leisure to relax and enjoy the hotel.

Optional activity suggested:
Dinner at Roof Top Restaurant in Old City

Overnight at hotel in Jodhpur.
Day 7 : In Jodhpur
After an early breakfast we start the day with a Heritage Walk of Blue City. The heritage walks aim to raise the awareness of the people of Jodhpur and visitors, about the city’s architecture and heritage monuments. The walking tours highlight the vast range of architectural styles, planning elements, tracing the social and cultural history of the city. The walk will cover most of the prominent points of the old city with Brahmpuri being the highlight.

Brahmpuri (Blue City): Area of Brahmin’s who have their houses painted Indigo. Opting this walking tour of Brahmpuri, take a meticulous experience of this beguiling city. Get to know the interesting & retold legends from the past, peep into the life of the city meet and intermingle with the locals while walking through the alleys flanked by the Blue houses both the ends. Get known to “Hathai”; a special assembly of locals for gossiping. Witness some very old family owned temples with some very interesting related legends. Enjoy the pleasure of witnessing the delightful taste of the sweets & local Chai. This tour of Brahmpuri offers a complete insight of the historic city.

Afternoon, we shall be visiting The Mehrangarh Fort - the most magnificent fort situated on a 150m high hill. Rao Jodha, the then chief of Rathore clan, constructed it in 1459. There are a number of attractions within the fort like several palaces, galleries, a museum, and temples and so on. Jaswant Thada- Jaswant Thada lies to the left of the Mehrangarh fort complex. It is a royal cenotaph made up of white marble. It was built to commemorate Maharaja Jaswant Singh. Some rare portraits of the former rulers of Jodhpur are also displayed here.

Overnight at hotel in Jodhpur.
Day 8 : Jodhpur – Ranakpur - Udaipur (By Road 260 kms / 5-6 hrs)
Today morning, we start our drive towards Udaipur en-route visiting the famous Jain Temples at Ranakpur.

Udaipur is a beautiful city, set amidst the Aravali Ranges of Rajasthan. It is known for its picturesque lakes, and also referred to as 'The City of Lakes'. The elevated hills and the beautiful lakes make a picture-perfect backdrop to the Udaipur city. On reaching Udaipur check in to your hotel, with the day at leisure to relax.

Optional activity suggested:
Dinner at a nice Restaurant either on a Roof Top or On the Banks on Lake Pichola

Overnight stay at hotel in Udaipur.
Day 9 : In Udaipur
Proceed for the full day guided tour of at Udaipur. We begin with the visit to Saheliyon Ki Bari, the “Garden of Maids”. Then to The City Palace Complex, overlooking Lake Pichola, reveals the splendor with which maharajas and their families surrounded themselves. The City Palace Museum exhibits a remarkable collection of ancient curios, antiques, and sculptures, as well as priceless possessions of ages gone by. Miniature paintings on display depict many aspects of the royal lifestyle enjoyed by privileged few who lived here.

Up next is a visit to the magnificent Jagdish Mandir, the largest temple in Udaipur, adorned with bas- reliefs of elephants, alligators, horsemen and musicians, and enshrining a black stone image of the supreme Hindu god Vishnu.

Followed by a Boat Ride on picturesque Lake Pichola which reveals some of the spectacular palaces of the Rajput princes, for which Udaipur is famous, on islands and along its shore.

Overnight stay at hotel in Udaipur.
Day 10 : Udaipur – Delhi (By Flight)
Breakfast at the hotel and check out at 1200 hrs.

In time transfer to the airport for your flight back to Delhi. On reaching Delhi, transfer and check in to your hotel. The balance of the day will leisure and free for shopping.

Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.
Day 11 : Delhi depart
Breakfast at the hotel and check out at 1200 hrs.

You shall be given the departure transfer to the airport 03 hours prior to your departure fight time or as advised to report by your airlines.

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