Transfer to Railway Station to connect Shatabdi Express for Agra
0755 Hrs
Arrive Agra. Met and Transferred to Hotel. (Any Of Choice)
1000 Hrs
Start your tour with a visit to Sikandra the Tomb of greatest of all Mughal Emperors Akbar the great. Back to hotel for lunch.
1530 Hrs
After lunch proceed to 16th century Agra Fort, an impressive cluster of palaces, Fortress and Mosques on the bank of Yamuna river across Taj Mahal, after Fort proceed to Taj Mahal the magnificent monuments to the memory of love built by Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. Viewing the Taj Mahal in the warm glow of sunset further enhances your romantic encounter. After Taj Mahal back to hotel and evening free.
0900 Hrs
After break fast leave for Jaipur enroute visiting FATEHPUR SIKRI – An epic in red sand stone a cultural and imperial capital of yesteryears conceived and built by Emperor Akbar. After visiting Fatehpur Sikri leave for Jaipur. Arrive and check in at Hotel (Any of choice). Evening free.
0900 Hrs
After break fast Morning Excursion to Amber Fort the high mountain fortress of Amber. You ride upto the ramp of this 11th century Bastion like royalty atop a gaily-decorated elephant. Once a royal capital, the fort is the superb example of Rajput Architecture a complex of palaces, temples and exquisite marble and mirror inlaid halls. Back to hotel for lunch.
1430 Hrs
After lunch city tour of Jaipur visiting Maharajas City palace which now houses a museum containing rare manuscripts, fine specimen of Rajput and Mughal paintings and Weapons. After City palace visit to Ancient Observatory and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) and, through the pink – rose residential and business areas. Back to Hotel. Evening free for cultural programs.
Jaipur/ Pushkar. Pushkar is famous for a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Brahma “The Creator” It is the one and only temple dedicated to Lord Brahma in the world. Here, every year, on the full moon of November, thousands of pilgrims gather to bath in the sacred lake. This occasion is also well known for one of the largest cattle fairs in Rajasthan- a riot of color, tradition, dance and costumes unparalleled anywhere in India.
0800 Hrs
After breakfast leave for Udaipur (Venice of the East) the most picturesque and romantic cites of India. Check in at Hotel. (Any of choice) Evening free.
Your tour starts with the sight seeing of City Palace, Jagdish Temple and Fatehsagar Lake. Back to Hotel for lunch.
1430 Hrs
After lunch visit to Sahelion Ki Bari (means Queen’s resort for her friends) and Bhartiyalok Kala Mandir (Means Folk art Museum).
Evening enjoy boat ride on Lake Pichola and visit Jag Niwas palace built in the middle of Lake Pichola. Visit Borra Mahal, Khas Mahal and Gardens and Fountain. Back to hotel.
0700 Hrs
After break fast leave for Jodhpur -City standing at the edge of Thar Desert, once a capital of Marwar State. A major trade center of 16th Century. It is the second largest city of Rajasthan, retaining the medieval splendor. The city is encompassed by high wall, 10 Km. Long with eight gates. Within the city, atop a rocky hill, stands the massive fort, 120 mtrs. Above the plains- by Car. Check in at hotel.
1530 Hrs
After lunch your tour start with the visit to Umaid Bhawan Palace which was one of the largest private residence in the world having 347 rooms and using over 205 million cubic feet of marble and sandstone. This palace was built in the 20th century as a famine relief project, which gave employment to hundred of people for 16 years. Its sculpted lawns with sand stone pavement and bouquets of Bougainvillea bushes, offers a lovely sight. The palace now runs as a hotel with a part of it retained as a Museum. Back to Hotel.
Morning S/seeing of Mehrangarh Fort, one of the largest forts in India, which has got no comparisons. Within this invincible citadel are magnificent palaces with latticed windows and carved panels. These palaces have magnificent collections of miniature paintings of various schools, musical instruments, costumes, furniture, palanquins, etc. Do not forget to visit the Jaswant Thada just below the fort, a great marble cenotaph built for Maharaja Jasvant Singh in 1899. Afternoon free for individual activities.
Met and transferred to hotel later city tour encompassing Temples and Sarnath, 10Kms north of Varanasi where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon after he received enlightenment. Also cites a Buddhist monastery built more then 2000 years ago.
After early morning breakfast leave for Jaisalmer – A 12th century city dominated by its sandstone for t of 99 bastions also considered to be an architectural dream in the lonely silence of the desert.
1500 Hrs
After lunch proceed for Jaisalmer Fort – The fort stands guard over the desert scape from its 250 ft. high perch on the hill with its wall following the contours of the hill. The fort has five interconnected palaces with ‘jail’ screens and dainty ‘jharokhas’ – all showpieces of Jaisalmer artisan’s talent. Dine under the stars as the rhythm of Rajasthani music drifts into the night.
Morning visit the famous Haveli’s of Patwas, later proceed to Sam Sand Dunes – Trip to Jaisalmer is not complete without a visit to the most picturesque dunes on a camel safari, getting the real feel of the desert on camel - back. The ripples on the wind – caressed dunes create enchanting mirages – a delight for photography. Overnight at Hotel.
0700 Hrs
After breakfast leave for Bikaner – Sheer beauty in the desert is the royal fortified city Of Bikaner named after its founder Rao Bikaji- A Rathore prince by his son Rao Jodhaji of Jodhpur, Chose a barren wilderness called ‘Jangladesh’ and transformed it to a charming city of Bikaner. Check In at Hotel.
1500 Hrs
S/seeing of Junagarh Fort – The very unusual character of this fort as compared to the forts in Rajasthan it is built on the plain desert whereas all other forts in Rajasthan are on hilltops. The palace complex has decorated interiors which are perhaps the best preserved in the country. Back to Hotel.
After breakfast leave for Mandawa. Over night at Castle Mandawa. Evening free to relax over exotic refreshments. The castle’s large and airy rooms are charming and well appointed. A rare blend of modern comfort in medieval surroundings.
After breakfast visit enchanting villages in Shekhawati region. These villages were built on ancient trading routes, and the many haveli’s are covered with frescoes painted by local artists. Continue your journey to Delhi.
