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Taj Mahal, a dream etched in milky white
pristine marble is the peerless monument portraying the beauty of
eternal love! A commemoration of the memory of Shahjahan's beloved wife,
Mumtaz. Taj Mahal is indeed India's rich tribute to womanhood. Renowned
for its aesthetic beauty, this extravagant building of timeless beauty
is the outcome of a unique combination of passion and architectural
exuberance.
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Duration |
12 Days |
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Destination |
New Delhi-
Udaipur - Jodhpur - Jaislamer-Khimsar - Jaipur - Agra - New Delhi |
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Travel Theme |
Fort and
Palaces |
Day 01 :
Arrive Delhi
Assistance on arrival and transfer to the hotel.
Check-in time is 12 Noon. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 02 : Delhi
Full day sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi
Sprawling on the banks of the river Yamuna, Delhi,
the capital of India, typifies the soul of the
country. The city conceals within its bosom the
remains of civilization that flourished over the
last three thousand years. Since those legendary
days, many dynasties and rulers have flourished on
its regal soil. The legacy of that past survives
in the many monuments left behind by the regents.
Old Delhi, constitutes of Red Fort built by
Emperor Shahjehaan in 1638 AD, Jama Mosque largest
mosque in India also built by Shahjehan, Raj Ghat
and Shanti van-the cremation sites of Mahatma
Gandhi and Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru and drives past
Chandni Chowk, the main congested shopping hub of
Old Delhi.
New Delhivisit includes Qutab Minar, one of
the earliest remains of Imperial Delhi (13th
century AD ) Humayun's Tomb-the fine monument
believed to be forerunner of Taj Mahal, India
Gate, the 42 metre high arch was raised as a
memorial to soldiers, drives past Parliament
House, President's House, Secretariat Building,
Laxminarayan Temple and The Connaught Place.
Day 03
: Delhi-Udaipur flight
Transfer to the airport for flight to Udaipur. On
arrival, transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day
free
Day 04 : Udaipur
Morning city sightseeing tour.
Udaipur - one of the most beautiful cities
in all of Rajasthan, better known as cities of
Lake, founded by Maharana Udaipur, the places of
interest include City Palace which has several
carved balconies, arches and decorated pillars,
Zenana Mahal, Fateh Prakash, Durbar Hall and
Shambhu Niwas. Also visit Jagdish temple,
Sahelion-ki-Bari (queen's resort for the friends).
Afternoon at leisure.
Day 05 : Udaipur-Jodhpur drive, 290 km/6 hours
Drive to Jodhpur visiting en-route Jain temples at
Ranakpur.
RANAKPUR - The Jain community. like several
others, had always enjoyed the patronage of the
ruling family of Mewar and quite a few important
positions were held by the Jains. In 15th century,
Rana Kumbha of Mewar gave a large stretch of land
in a quite and picturesque valley, deep in the
Aravallis, to the Jains. This area came to be
known as Ranakpur, Located 96 km from Udaipur,
this is one of the five main holy places of the
Jains. Although over 500 years old, these temples
are well preserved almost in perfect condition.
The central temple is the CHAUMUKHA temple,
dedicated to Adinath, the first Jain Tirthankar
(saint). This temple is the most complex and
extensive in design. It has 29 halls , 80 domes
and 1444 pillars. What is interesting is that no
two pillars are alike.
On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Afternoon
sightseeing tour of Jodhpur.
JODHPUR - The former capital of Marwar
state was founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha, Mehrangarh
Fort spreading over 5 km on a perpendicular hill
and looking down 125 metres, the fort appears
rugged and impenetrable from the outside but
houses some of the most intricately adorned
palaces with exquisitely carved panels and
latticed windows, Moti Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sheesh
Mahal are some of the important areas to visit A
collection of royal cenotaphs, built in while
marble, lies very close to the fort. Built in
1899, the cenotaph also houses portraits of rulers
of Jodhpur.
Day 06
: Jodhpur-Jaisalmer drive, 287 km/5-1/2 hours
On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Afternoon visit
Sam Dunes and camel ride. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 07 : Jaisalmer
Morning city sightseeing tour.
Jaisalmer - much has been written about
this city but nothing can prepare the visitor for
the sheer magic and brilliance of this Desert
City. Rawal Jaisal laid the foundation of the city
in 1156 AD. The Jaisalmer Fort stands almost 100
metres over the city with its 99 bastions, several
entrances, a group of Jain Temples from 12th to
15th century. The other places of interest include
Tazia Tower with its five tiered splendour, each
storey graced by a delicately carved balcony for
its intricately latticed and conspicuous facades.
Afternoon at leisure.
Day 08 : Jaisalmer-Khimsar drive, 335 km/6
hours
On arrival, check-in at the hotel.
Khimsar Fort, Khimsar- perched on the edge
of the Great Thar Desert in the heart of virgin
India lies a unique 16th century fort. Rao Jodha -
the founding Maharaja of Jodhpur successfully
launched the royal dynasty at Khimsar. Currently,
the 18th, 19th and 20th generations of the royal
lineage still reside in this historic fort.
Originally, the fort walls were built in 16th
century. Subsequently, by mid 18th century, the
royal family moved in and a new ladies residence
was erected with finely carved windows in stone.
Thakur Onkar Singh, the present Chief built
himself a regal additional wing in the 1940's.
Today it is one of the finest heritage hotels.
Evening jeep safari to Panchla Dunes with high tea
for sunset view.
Day 09 : Khimsar-Jaipur, 325 km
After breakfast drive to Jaipur and on arrival,
check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day free.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 10 : Jaipur
Morning excursion to Amber Fort, set in a picturesque location. Amer is
a fascinating blend of Hindu and Muslim architecture. Built in the 16th
century by Raja Mansingh in red sandstone and white marble, the palace
complex has some very interesting apartments. Jai Mandir, Sheesh Mahal,
Sukh Niwas, Ganesh Pol and Temple of Kali are some of the prominent
areas of interest. Elephants are provided to ascend the fort to visit
the complex.
Afternoon city sightseeing tour.
Jaipur, this city was built by Maharaja Jai Singh, the notable
astronomer 260 years ago. Visit the Maharaja's City Palace, the home of
the erstwhile royal family, the Observatory, Ram Niwas Gardens, Hawa
Mahal or the Palace of winds built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap
Singh and drive past the old part of Jaipur city
Day 11 : Jaipur-Agra drive, 235 km/6 hours
En-route visit Fatehpur Sikri.
Fatehpur Sikri, the birth story of this beautiful city is interesting.
There, in a grotto in Sikri, lived a Muslim Saint , Sheikh Salim Chishti
by name. Akbar hearing of his renown, asked of the blessings of a son,
and when a son was born, not only was the child named Salim, the site
for a mighty and ambitious project - a city - was chosen near the
residence of the saint erected in k1569. The shortage of water lead to
the desertion of this city. Visit the mosque of Salim Chishti, Panch
Mahal and other Palaces.
On arrival, check-in at the hotel.
Day 12 : Agra-Delhi drive, 204 km/4 hours
Morning sightseeing tour of Agra.
Agra, the home of the immortal Taj Mahal, the inimitable poem in white
marble is the first expression of love of an Emperor Shahjehan for his
queen Mumtaz Mahal. This great monument was completed in 1653 AD. Agra
Fort, the imposing structure on the banks of the river Yamuna is replete
with priceless examples of craftsmanship in the Mughal period, including
the beautiful pearl Mosque, it was designed and built by Emperor Akbar
in 1565 AD. Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah built between 1622 AD by Empress
Nur Jehan, in memory of her father, Ghias-id-Din Beg., it is considered
a precursor of the Taj Mahal.
Afternoon drive to Delhi and on arrival, transfer to international
airport for onward flight.
Our
tour concludes: We thank you for your
patronage & look forward serve you again in near future.
Package includes:
11 Nights
accommodation on twin sharing basis with Breakfast
A/C transportation as per the itinerary.
Local English speaking guide during the tour.
Elephant ride in Jaipur.
All presently applicable taxes.
Mineral
Water Per Day ( 2 Bottle )
Package does not include:
·Any
airfare or airport tax.
Any
Monument entry fee & camera fee (wherever Applicable)
Any
expense of personal nature such as hard/soft drinks, laundry,
phone/fax calls, tips etc.
Any
other expense not mentioned in the "Package includes". |
You
must have a passport with you all the time. It's the most basic
travel document. Also ensure that your passport will be valid for
the entire period you intend to remain overseas, if your passport is
lost or stolen, immediately contact your country's embassy or
consulate in Delhi and also to nearest police station 
We
highly recommend you use our airport meet and greet service in India
on arriving at the airport, especially if it is your first
trip to India. 
India
will sideswipe you with its size, clamour and diversity but if
you enjoy delving in to convoluted cosmologies and thrive on sensual
overload, then it is one of the most intricate and rewarding dramas
unfolding on earth, and you'll quickly develop an abiding passion
for it.
"If
there is one place on the face of earth where all the dreams of
living men have found a home from the very earliest days when man
began the dream of existence,