Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive Delhi (Evening or Late Night). Welcome to India! After a warm welcome at the New Delhi airport, you will be transferred to The Taj Mahal Hotel for a 2 night stay. Delhi, the capital city of India is a bustling metropolis that successfully combines in its folds - the ancient with the modern. In essence, Delhi encompasses two distinct cities covering the vibrant and colourful bazaars and Mughal architecture of Old Delhi in complete contrast with the formal splendour of New Delhi.
Day 2: Delhi / Agra (204 Kms / 4 Hrs). Morning / Afternoon – Delhi: After breakfast, enjoy a city tour of Old and New Delhi. Old Delhi: visit the Jama Masjid and take a photo stop at Red Fort. New Delhi: visit the Qutab Minar complex, Humayun’s Tomb and drive past the India Gate (World War I memorial) to see the President’s House, Parliament House and other en-route local sights. Alternative tour options in Delhi (at supplement charge): [Should you wish to extend your stay in Delhi, you could opt to visit some of the following tourist attractions]:
- Lotus temple (Monday closed) or Akshardham temple complex
- Bangla Sahib – Sikh gurudwara
- Indian craft museum or National Museum (Monday closed)
- Red Fort sound and light show (Monday closed)
- Folk dance and dinner at the world famous Chor Bizarre
- Attend ethnic Indian food cooking class and / or Indian home dinner
- Shopping spree in Delhi
- Nightlife - Clubbing in Delhi
Afternoon / Evening - Agra: In the afternoon drive to Agra, the ancient city which was once the seat of Mughal rulers. Arrive Agra & check in at hotel Taj View. Nestled amidst 6 acres of landscape gardens, Hotel Taj View offers a view of the Taj Mahal from most of its rooms. Overnight stay at hotel. Alternative tour options in Agra (at supplement charge):
- Sunset visit to the Taj Mahal
- Romantic dinner with the mesmerising view of the Taj in the night sky of Agra.
Day 3: Agra / Jaipur (232 Kms / 5 Hrs). Morning / Afternoon - Agra:
This morning, experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the eternal symbol of love, the Taj Mahal. This masterpiece in marble on a sandstone base is a monument of love and beauty. It was built by Shah Jahan as a symbol of love for his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Often referred to as a poem in white marble, Taj Mahal is a fine example of fusion of many architectural styles. Later in the morning enjoy a visit to the Agra fort, which is built in red sandstone and has magnificent palaces, halls of public and private audience and beautiful gardens. This is where Emperor Shahjahan was kept under house arrest by his third son Aurangzeb and spent the last year of his life viewing the Taj Mahal from the little octagonal tower in the Fort.
Afternoon / Evening – Jaipur: This afternoon, drive to Jaipur, en route visiting Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri was built in honour of Saint Salim Chisti, who foretold the birth of three sons to Emperor Akbar, this city is an example of robust stability combined with originality. Upon arrival in Jaipur, check in to Rambagh Palace for a 2 night stay. Rambagh Palace, the former residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur, spreads across 47 acres of gardens dotted with peacocks in the heart of the city. With its beautiful architecture and interior, the palace-hotel evokes the splendour of royal India at its best. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 4: Day in Jaipur. This morning you will visit the Amber fort, which was built in the 16th century. An elephant ride will help you ascend to this hilltop fort. Alternatively, you could choose to walk or drive up to the fort. Then visit the Hawa Mahal (Place of the Winds), built in the 18th century. This palace with its innumerable windows and screened balconies was especially built for the royal women to view the city and processions from behind their purdahs. Later in the afternoon, explore Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. Visit the City Palace complex with its museums and Jantar Mantar, the ancient astronomical observatory, before returning back to Rambagh Palace for an overnight stay. Alternative tour options in Jaipur (at supplement charge):
- Excursion to Samode - village tour, camel safari and lunch (approx 40 Kms from Jaipur)
- Excursion to Sanganer - hand made paper workshops, ethnic textile printing, Jain temples (approx 40 Kms from Jaipur)
- Visit to Chokhi Dhani – camel ride, cultural performance and dinner at ethnic village resort
- Shopping in Jaipur
Day 5: Jaipur / Jodhpur (310 Kms / 6 Hrs and 30 Min). After an early breakfast, embark on a drive to Jodhpur, the blue hued city of Indian Rajputs. Packed with history, art and culture, this princely state is a treasure of exquisite palaces, forts, temples and havelis. On arrival, check in at hotel Umaid Bhawan Palace. Set amidst 26 acres of lush garden this historic palace was the last of India’s great palaces and one of the largest private residences in the world. Enjoy a late afternoon Jodhpur city tour, visiting:
- Mehrangarh Fort - one of the largest forts in India, it is unsurpassed in beauty and grandeur. On important occasions, folk musicians revive the grandeur of the bygone era.
- Jaswant Thanda - The imposing white marble memorial to Maharaja Jaswant Singh II marks the site of a royal crematorium.
- Clock Tower and Markets - The clock tower is a popular landmark in the old city. The colourful Sardar Market is close to the tower, and narrow alleys lead from here to bazaars selling textiles, silver and handicrafts. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 6: Jodhpur / Udaipur (259 Kms / 5 Hrs and 30 Min). After breakfast, drive to Udaipur en route visit Ranakpur. Ranakpur has inherited its grand structures and beautiful sculptures from the 15th century monarch, Rana Kumbha. Visit the famous Jain temple (bestowed with 1444 intricately carved pillars, no two being alike) and the Temple of the Sun God (famed for its erotic sculpture). Udaipur is referred to as a romantic, serene and enchanting city. It is the city of lakes (built around three lakes – Pichola, Fateh Sagar and Udai Sagar) nestled in a scenic valley, ringed by the green Aravali hills. On arrival, check in at hotel Taj Lake Palace. This extraordinary beautiful palace hotel appears like a jewelled lotus seemingly afloat on the shimmering waters of Lake Pichola. The Palace hotel preserves heritage and tradition of the erstwhile rulers of Udaipur and offer guest a glimpse of a privileged royal lifestyle. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 7: Day in Udaipur. After breakfast enjoy a city tour visiting City Palace and Museums. The huge City Palace, towering over the lake, is the largest palace complex in Rajasthan. Also visit the Jadish Temple (150 meters north of the entrance to the City Palace this Indo-Aryan temple was built by Maharana Jagat Singh in 1651) and an 18th century house, Bagore Ki Haveli, on the lake shore below the Jagdish temple. Enjoy an afternoon boat ride at Lake Pichola to view the beautiful Udaipur sunset. Overnight stay at hotel. Alternative tour options in Udaipur (at supplement charge):
- Day excursion to Eklingji (approx 27 Kms from Udaipur)
- Half day excursion to Kumbhalgarh fort (approx 64 Kms from Udaipur). Overnight stay at hotel
Day 8: Depart Udaipur (Room available till noon). This morning you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight back home. Alternatively, you could consider extension tours to other parts of the Indian sub continent.
The Deal: The above package is priced as below
Net Per Person Price based on:
- 2 Passengers: USD 1,620 per person
- 3 Passengers: USD 1,450 per person
- 4 Passengers: USD 1,360 per person
Other Supplements:
- Single room: USD 745 per person
- Entry fees to monuments (excluding options exercised under
- ‘Alternative Tour Options’ category): USD 89 per person
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Inclusions:
- 07 nights accommodation with Taj hotels, on twin sharing basis
- Daily breakfast
- Airport transfers, drives and sightseeing tours by one air conditioned Toyota Innova. Option to upgrade to luxury cars such as Toyota Camry, BMW, Mercedes at supplement charge
- Travelite representative assistance at airports and hotels
- Services of local English speaking guides
- Boat ride on Lake Pichola, Udaipur
- Elephant ride at Amber fort, Jaipur
- All present applicable taxes
Price Exclusions:
- Any lunch and dinner – Food and Drinks
- Air transport – domestic and international flights
- Monument entrance fees
- Ayurveda, Yoga, Spa or any other personal treatments availed by guest
- Any options exercised under the ‘Alternative tour options’ category
- Tipping
- Any kind of Insurance
- Any other expenses of personal nature e.g. laundry, phone bills, camera fees etc.
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