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.
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 – Mandawa (By Road 260 kms / 5-6 hrs)
Today after breakfast check out and drive to
Mandawa. Mandawa – is a part of Shekhawati
region, once on the silk route to China. The
inhabitants here were the rich merchants who
lavishly decorated their houses with paintings on
religion, history, folk and social themes.
In the afternoon enjoy a guided tour of this
Shekhawati region, visiting some of the prominent
and significant Colorful Painted Haveli’s for which
this region is famous.
Overnight stay at hotel in Mandawa.
Day 4 : Mandawa - Khimsar (By Road 240 kms / 4-5 hrs)
Today after breakfast check out and start your drive for Khimsar – perched on the edge of the great
Thar Desert in the heart of rural Rajasthan, the unique fort at Khimsar offers a wide range of
experiences. The battle-scarred walls and turrets remind on the glorious past of this place.
On reaching Khimsar check-in to your palace hotel.
In the afternoon, proceed for a Village Safari which takes you to the country side to see wild animals
and local villages and villagers. The children in the village love to be photographed and are very
welcoming. You get to see and visit a traditional village home. The safaris last stop will be the Sand
Dune Village. The approach to the village is via camel carts. The ride takes you to the bottom of a
beautiful slope. Once you walk up, you are welcomed by the breathtaking view of the lovely Dune
Village, which is the perfect end to the afternoon.
Overnight stay at hotel in Khimsar.
Day 5 : Khimsar - Jaisalmer (By Road 290 kms / 5-6 hrs)
Today after breakfast, check out and start the drive to Jaisalmer also called as the Golden City. On
reaching Jaisalmer check in to your hotel with balance of the day free to relax.
Overnight stay at hotel in Jaisalmer.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Proceed for your sightseeing tour visiting Jaisalmer Fort (80 meters above plains) & Jain Temples within
the Fort built in 12th to 15th century which are very worth watching. The specialty of the Fort is that
still approximately 5000 people are living inside. Visit Fort Palace & atop from Palace you can have the
golden view of whole Jaisalmer city as whole city is built in yellow sand stones, when sun rays fall on
the city, it give impression as golden city of India. You also visit the Patwon Ki Haveli, Salim Ji Ki Haveli
and Nath Ji Mal Ki Haveli.
Later in the afternoon, we drive to Sam Sand dunes (30 kms). There you enjoy a Camel Ride inside the
desert and watch sensational Sunset up from the dunes.
Then you will be transferred to a desert resort for a Cultural Rajasthani Dance Show followed by
dinner. Post dinner we shall drive to the city and dropped at the hotel.
Overnight stay at hotel in Jaisalmer.
Day 7 : Jaisalmer - Jodhpur (By Road 280 kms / 5-6 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 check-in to the hotel.
Afternoon, proceed for your guided tour
visiting Mehrangarh Fort- The most
magnificent fort in Jodhpur is the
Mehrangarh Fort. It is 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.
Optional activity suggested:
Dinner at Roof Top Restaurant in Old City
Overnight at hotel in Jodhpur.
Day 8 : Jodhpur - Deogarh (By Road 150 kms / 3-4 hrs)
Morning after breakfast check out to start drive to Deogarh. Deogarh Mahal – is a Luxury Heritage
hotel converted into a hotel by the Deogarh family members. A part of the Mahal is still occupied by them. The royal family, is closely associated with the hotel and personally supervise and manage it. The
care is reflected in the minutest details which have made Deogarh a benchmark of Heritage Hospitality
in Rajasthan. Every guest here is special and is treated with the customary Mewari hospitality.
Later in the afternoon proceed for a Village Experience by Walk where one of the palace staff will
accompany you for the tour around the village.
Overnight at hotel in Deogarh.
Day 9 : Deogarh – Udaipur (By Road 130 kms / 2-3 hrs)
Morning after breakfast around 0900 am, we take you for a Rural Rail Experience – it is a nice pleasure
trip in to the Aravali Hills by Meter Gauge train on 1930’s British Track. The route/track consists of 17U
shape bridges and 2 tunnels with lots of monkeys. The distance covered is just 17kms, but time taken is
02 hours.
Return back to the hotel to check out and start drive towards Udaipur. Udaipur is a beautiful city, set
amidst the Aravalli 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.
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 11 : Udaipur – Chittorgarh - Bijaipur (By Road 160 kms / 3-4 hrs)
Today morning we start our drive for Bijaipur, en-route visiting Chittorgarh – is the largest fort complex
in India, nearly 6km long and 500m wide. It’s known for the honey-colored, 7th-century Chittorgarh
Fort, a vast hilltop complex with the remains of many temples and monuments. The 15th-century, 9-
story Vijay Stambh (Tower of Victory) is built from red sandstone and white marble. It offers city views
from the top, and it is lit up at night.
Post visit to the Chittor Fort, we drive
to Bijaipur (located 35 kms) for our stay
at this 16 th century Castle, situated in
fortified walls, was converted to a hotel
in early 90’s by the ruling family. The
Castle is still home to the family who
run it not as a hotel but as a ‘HOME’
where people can come and
experience traditional Rajasthani
hospitality.
Overnights stay at Castle in Bijaipur.
Day 12 : Bijaipur - Bundi (By Road 140 kms / 03 hrs)
Morning we drive to Bundi – a charming little historic Rajasthani town having everything - impressive
fort, beautiful palaces and exotic colorful bazaars - minus all the tourist hype. Bundi is still a virgin
tourist spot. The town still seems living in medieval ages and nothing seems to have changed in the
past many years. The impressive palace houses "chittrashala", the collection of famous Bundi murals. It
is an open courtyard with gallery around a garden of fountains, has splendid miniatures depicting
scenes from the Radha-Krishna story. Right on top of the hill is majestic Taragarh Fort, the interesting
fort is worth exploring for hours. Bundi is most famous for its Baoris (stepwells) as there are many
impressive ones such as the Raniji ki Baori. There are many tanks and lakes in and around Bundi that
are worth a visit. The town's medieval looking bazaars offer enormous photography opportunities. The
84-pillared cenotaph is also worth a look and so is the beautiful countryside around the town.
Overnights stay at hotel in Bundi.
Day 13 : Bundi - Jaipur (By Road 220 kms / 4-5 hrs)
After breakfast check out from hotel and start the drive for Jaipur. On reaching Jaipur, check in to your
hotel and relax. Balance of the day at leisure.
Optional activities suggested:
Jaipur Bazaar Walk Tour OR Cuisines of Jaipur OR Indian Family Home Visit
Overnight stay at hotel 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.
Overnight stay at hotel in Jaipur.
Day 15 : Jaipur – Agra (By Road 210 kms / 4-5 hrs)
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out and proceed with your drive to Agra.
En-route we first stop at 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 you can
have great views of the Baori.
Post visit continue with the drive with the next stop to visit 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.
Overnight stay at hotel in Agra.
Early morning SUNRISE visit to the world renowned Taj Mahal 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.
Return back to the hotel for breakfast.
Post breakfast visit to 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.
In the afternoon we shall be visiting the Tomb of Imtad-ud-Daulah, which was the title given to Mirxa
Ghiyath Beg, father of Nur Jahan. She completed the construction of the building of the Tomb for her
fathe in 1628 AD, nearly seven years after his death. It is also being referred to “Baby Taj Mahal” as it
has resemblance with Taj.
Optional activities suggested for evening:
Food Walk of Agra OR Kinari Bazaar Walk OR Indian Family Home Visit
Overnight stay at hotel in Agra.
Remark: Taj Mahal is closed for visitors on Friday’s.
Day 17 : Agra - Delhi (By Road 210 kms / 4-5 hrs)
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast. Around noon we start our drive back to Delhi. On reaching Delhi, check-in to
your hotel. The balance of the day free is for independent activities and at leisure.
Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.
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.
