COLOURS OF RAJASTHAN

Day 01: Arrive Delhi

Upon arrival at Delhi International airport, you will be welcomed by our company representative and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Your travel documents will be handed over to you with a briefing of the tour program. After check-in process, time free at leisure for own activities and relax in the hotel to acclimatization with Indian weather conditions.

DELHI -The National Capital of India is one of the most historical cities in the world. In AD 1639, the Mughal emperor shah Jahan built a walled city named Shahjahanabad which served as the capital of the Mughal Empire from 1649 till 1857. Shahjahanabad is known as Old Delhi. Later the British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens built a new city during the 1920s called New Delhi or Lutyens Delhi.

Overnight at Delhi (No Meals)

Day 02: Delhi Sightseeing Delhi – Udaipur (By Overnight train)

We will start our sightseeing tour visiting Raj Ghat; the final resting place of Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation. Jama Masjid; built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. It is one of the largest and best known mosques in India. Further, we will drive-pass through Chandni Chowk Market; Asia's largest wholesale market and Red Fort; a beautiful red sandstone fort built by the Mughals.

Afternoon visit to the Qutub Minar; built by Qutub-ud-din Aibak of the Slave Dynasty as a sign of Muslim domination of Delhi and as a minaret for the muezzin to call the faithful to prayer. Evening drive-pass through India Gate; a memorial raised in honour of the Indian soldiers who died during the Afghan wars and World War I. The names of the soldiers who died in these wars are inscribed on the walls. Sansad Bhavan; the Parliament of India is a circular building designed by the British architects Sir Edwin Lutyens and Sir Herbert Baker in 1912–1913. Rashtrapati Bhavan; the Presidents House built with a mix of European and Mughal/Indian styles.

Optional Activities

·         Rickshaw Ride in Chandni Chowk Market during sightseeing tour

·         Sound & light Show at Red Fort (Close on every Monday)

·         Visit to Dilli Haat; an open aircraft bazaar cum food plaza

·         Other Attractions – Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple, Akshardham Temple, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Lodhi Garden, Gurudwara Bangla sahib, National Museum.

In the evening, transfer to Delhi railway station to board the overnight train to Udaipur.

Overnight on board

Day 03: Arrive Udaipur

Early morning, arrive at Udaipur railway station. Upon arrival, meet & assist by our company representative and transfer to the hotel for check-in.

UDAIPUR – The “City of Lakes” is one of the most beautiful and romantic cities in India. The city was founded by Maharaja Udai Singh in 1559 AD on the shore of Lake Pichhola. Fairy-tale Palaces and gardens, temples and narrow lanes create a picture perfect atmosphere. Udaipur is a traditionally planned city originally having eleven gates to enter but now only five remains.

Sightseeing - Afternoon we will leave for a guided tour of the city visiting City Palace; a beautiful white structure building is the largest palace complex of Rajasthan state. The Palace is surrounded by crenallated walls towering over the lake. Later we will visit Saheliyon ki Bari, the Garden of Maids bordering the embankment of the Fatheh Sagar Lake. Next we will visit to the Jagdish Temple, dedicated to Lords Vishnu the temple was built by Maharaja Jagat Singh I in 1651 AD.

In the evening, enjoy the relaxing boat ride on Lake Pichhola, the beautiful lake amidst the hills, palaces, temples, bathing ghats, and embankments has two island palaces Jag Niwas and Jag Mandir.

Other Activities

·         Sound & Light show at City Palace

·         Shopping – Paintings, Handloom and Jewellery

·         Other attractions – Jag Mandir, Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandal, Bagore ki Haveli, Pratap Memorial, Sajjan Garh, Shilpgram, Eklingji Temple, Nagla, Haldihghati, Nathdwara, Jaisamand

Overnight at Udaipur (Breakfast)

Day 04: Udaipur – Jodhpur via Ranakpur (260 kms. drive)

Check-out from the hotel and drive to Jodhpur. En-route visit to Ranakpur Jain Temples.

RANAKPUR – One of the five holy centers of the Jain community, Ranakpur Temple is built in 15th century. Spread over 48000 sq ft, the temple is an outstanding creation with 29 halls and 1444 pillars all distinctly carved. Further continue to Jodhpur. Upon arrival check-in to the hotel and rest of the day free at leisure for own activities.

Overnight at Jodhpur (Breakfast)

Day 05: Jodhpur – Pushkar (190 kms drive)

Breakfast in the hotel. Proceed for a guided tour in Jodhpur.

JODHPUR – The home of Rathores, Rao Jodha founded Jodhpur in 1459AD. The city is situated at the foot of a hillock protected by the eight gates facing in various directions.

Sightseeing – Proceed for a guided tour to Jodhpur city visiting the soaring 125 mt above the plains The Mehrangarh Fort. The fort has four gates approaching by a winding road. Within the for there are few magnificent palace named Moti Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sheesh Maahal, Sileh Mahal and Daulat Khana. Later we will visit to Jaswant Thada; a royal cenotaph in white marble built in 1899AD in the memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II.

Other Activities

·         Excursion to Osian Village to witness the local villagers’ daily lifestyle by Jeep Safari

·         Shipping – Handicrafts, White metal Curios, Silverware, Quilts, Tie & Dye fabrics, Leather goods, Paintings

·         Other attractions – Umaid Bhawan Palace, Girdikot & Sardar Market, Government Museum, Balsamand Lake

·         Afternoon, check-out from the hotel and drive to Pushkar. Upon arrival in Pushkar, Check-in to your hotel.

Overnight at Pushkar (Breakfast)

Day 06: Pushkar – Jaipur (180 kms drive)

Breakfast in the hotel.

PUSHKAR – Situated along the bank of a picturesque lake, Nag Pahaad or the snake mountain forms a natural boundary between Ajmer and Pushkar. Colorful cattle fair in October-November month attract visitors from around the globe.

Sightseeing – Proceed to a guided tour in Pushkar visiting Savitri Temple, dedicated to the first wife of Lord Brahma. Also visit to the Man Mahal; built by Maharaja Man Singh I of Amber is now converted into a hotel. Later visit to the Lord Brahma’s Temple, the only temple in India dedicated to Lord Brahma. Afternoon, check-out from the hotel and drive to Jaipur. On arrival, check-in to the hotel.

Overnight at Jaipur (Breakfast)

Day 07: Jaipur Sightseeing

JAIPUR – Named after its founder Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II was established on 18 November 1727. Jaipur is considered as the first planned city in the country. In 1878AD, Jaipur was painted with Pink color to welcome Prince Albert, consort of Queen Victoria and since then the city is also known as “Pink City”.

Sightseeing – Early in the morning we will leave for an excursion to Amber City; the capital of Kachhwahas for six centuries before the foundation of Jaipur City. Ascend the Amber Fort with a traditional royal experience of Elephant ride. Within the Fort complex we will visit Sheesh Mahal, Diwan-e-Aam and Dowan-e-Khas. Later drive back to Pink City. En-route a short photo-shoot in-front the Jal Mahal, a small palace set in the middle of Man Sagar Lake.

Afternoon visit to the City Palace, situated in the heart of the old city occupies about one seventh of the Old City. Within the City Palace we will visit Mubarak Mahal, Clock Tower and City Palace Museum, Later we will visit Jantar Mantar Observatory, built in 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh to study the movement of constellations and stars in the sky. The enormous sun dials still provides the accurate time. Before returning to your hotel, take pictures in-front the Hawa Mahal, ‘Palace of Winds’ a five storied semi-octagonal building having 152 windows was built in 1799 AD by Maharaja Pratap Singh for the royal ladies to enjoy the processions and other royal activities on the street.

Other Activities

·         Visit to Chokhi Dhani Village (an ethnic village)

·         Shopping – Jewellery, Textiles, Handloon & Handicrafts

·         Other attractions – Birla Temple, Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort, Albert Hall

Overnight at Jaipur (Breakfast)

Day 08: Jaipur – Agra via Fatehpur Sikri (260 kms drive)

Check-out from the hotel and drive to Agra. En-route visit to FATEHPUR SIKRI – Founded in 1569 by the Mughal emperor Akbar, and served as the capital of the Mughal Empire from 1571 to 1585. It is 40 kms from Agra on the Agra - Jaipur highway.

Sightseeing - Here we will visit to Buland Darwaza; 55 metre high gate was added some five years later after the completion of the mosque ca. 1576-1577. We will also visit Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chishti, Diwan-i-Aam, Diwan-i-Khas.

Further continue drive to Agra. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel.

Other Activities

·         Mohabbat the Taj Show at Kalakriti

·         Tonga Ride at Taj Mahal

·         Shopping – Fine Quality Marble, Textile, Handloom & Handicrafts

·         Other Attractions – Akbar’s Tomb (Sikandra, Mughal Heritage Walk

Overnight at Agra (Breakfast)

Day 09: Agra – Delhi (220 kms drive)

AGRA – Located at the bank of River Yamuna was known then as Akbarabād during Mughal Empire and remained the capital of the Mughal Empire under the Emperors till 1689.

Sightseeing - Proceed to Agra sightseeing visiting Taj Mahal; one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. Shah Jahan built this beautiful monument in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. It took 22 years and 20000 workers to complete this perfectly symmetrical monument. Later visit to Agra Fort; also known as the Red Fort is a world heritage site listed by UNESCO. The red sandstone fort was converted into a palace during Shāh Jahān's time, and reworked extensively with marble and pietra dura inlay. Also visit to I'timād-Ud-Daulah's Tomb; located on the left bank of the Yamuna river, the mausoleum is set in a large cruciform garden, criss-crossed by water courses and walkways.

Afternoon, check-out from the hotel drive back to Delhi. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel and later day free for own activities and last minute shopping.

Overnight at Delhi (Breakfast)

Day 10: Delhi – Departure

On time, transfer to Delhi international airport to board the flight to onward journey.

Tour concludes with many unforgettable memories