Enchanted by the Aravalli Mountain Ranges, adorned by extravagant palaces and guarded by glorious forts, this state welcomes its visitors with an open heart and promises a fascinating experience. Irrespective of which part of the state you are visiting, it will the royal glamour and appeal of Rajasthan that will cuddle up and deck your holidays with its enchanting charm!
Whether a leisure holiday seeker, newly-wed couple, history enthusiast, thrill seeker or a culture devotee, Rajasthan quenches everyone’s yearnings. While leisure vacationers, places like Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Jaisalmer and others serve as the perfect destinations.
Day 01 Arrive Delhi (By Flight)
Arrive Delhi in the morning. Meet assist at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight in hotel.
Day 02 Delhi
In the morning after breakfast full day city tour of Delhi.
Overnight in hotel.
Qutab Minar – In 1199, Qutbuddin raised the Qutab Minar either as a victory tower or as a minaret to the adjacent mosque. From a base of 14.32 mtrs. it tapers to 2.75 mtrs. at a height of 72.5 mtrs.
The Bahai Temple (Lotus Temple) – Completed in 1986, the Bahai temple is set amidst pools and gardens, and adherents of any faith are free to visit the temple and pray or meditate silently according to their own religion.
Jantar Mantar (literally the ‘instrument and formula’ and often called the Jantar Mantar), is located in the modern city of New Delhi.
India Gate is a 42m high stone arch of triumph. It bears the name of the 85,000 Indian Army Soldiers who died in the campaigns of WW1, the North-West Frontiers operations and the 1919 Afghan Fiasco. Below the arch is the memorial to the Unknown Soldier. India Gate is surrounded by green grass lawns and trees.
Jama Masjid – One of the Architectural gift given by Shah Jahan, Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosques not only in Delhi but in India.
Raj Ghats – Along the banks of Jamuna are located the places were the leaders and freedom fighters of India were cremated.
Red Fort: The Red Fort, with a circumference of over 2.2 kilometers, was laid out by the banks of the Yamuna river in the 17th century. The Mughal emperor Shajahan built it with the ambition of concentrating the Mughal power in one monument. Monument is perhaps not the right word.
Chandni Chowk: One of the main markets of Delhi, Chandni Chowk was once lined with beautiful fountains. But today the place is very crowded and congested. Chandni Chowk is located opposite the Red Fort.
Day 03 Delhi – Agra (By Road) (205 Kms. / 4 hrs. appx)
In the morning after breakfast drive to Agra.
On arrival city tour of Agra Visit Taj Mahal & Fort.
After visit transfer to hotel.
Overnight in hotel.
Agra, a romantic city in India, is known for the marble edifice ‘Taj Mahal’ Besides Taj Mahal, Agra is also known for the Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, the red sandstone city made by Emperor Akbar. Agra is a medieval city situated on the banks of the river Yamuna. Sultan Sikandar Lodi, the Ruler of Delhi Sultanate founded it in the year 1504. After the sultan’s death the city passed on to his son Sultan Ibrahim Lodi who ruled his Sultanate from Agra until he fell fighting to Babur in the First battle of Panipat fought in 1526.
Taj Mahal – Described as the most extravagant monument ever built for love, it was constructed by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as a memorial to his queen Mumtaz Mahal, made out of white marble took 22 years to complete (1630-1652 AD). Ustad Ahamad Lahori, a Persian Architect, is said to be the main designer and planner for this magnificent memorial..
Agra fort – Construction of the massive red sandstone Agra Fort on the bank of the Yamuna River was begun by Emperor Akbar in 1565, though additions were made up until the rule of his grandson, Shah Jahan.
Day 04 Agra – Fatehpur Sikri – Jaipur (By Road) (235 Km / 5 hr. appx.)
In the morning after breakfast drive to Jaipur. On the way visit Fatehpur Sikri.
After visit continue drive to Jaipur.
On arrival transfer to hotel.
Overnight in hotel.
Fathepur sikri – This magnificent fortifield ghost city was the capital of the Mughal emperor Akbar between 1571 and 1585. The downfall of this once magnificent capital of the Mughals started with the rise of the Jats when Emperor Aurangazeb left this place never to return again. The credit for preserving the ancient monuments situated here goes to Lord Curzon. Since then , these protected monuments and the environs of the city have been well maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India. The city is rectangular in shape with nine huge gates – Delhi Darwaza, Lal Darwaza, Agra Gate, Suraj and Chandra Darwaza, Tehra Gate and Ajmeri Darwaza.
Day 05 Jaipur
In the morning after breakfast full day city tour of Jaipur.
Evening, transfer back to the hotel.
Overnight in hotel.
Jaipur the vibrant capital of Rajasthan is popularly known as the ‘ Pink City ‘ because of the pink-coloured buildings in its old city. It sits on a dry lake bed in a somewhat arid landscape, surrounded by barren hills surmounted by forts and crenellated walls.
Amber Fort – Amber is located at a distance of 11 kilometers from Jaipur and was the old fort of the Kachhwaha clan of Amber, which used to be the capital, till it was moved to Jaipur. The construction of the Amber Fort began in the year 1592 and was started by Man Singh I, but it was finished by his descendant Jai Singh.
City Palace which has museum having an extensive collection of art, carpets, enamel ware and weapons.
Jantar Mantar – the observatory built my Maharaja Jai Singh in 1728 and the façade of Hawa Mahal.
JALMAHAL – (6 kms) on the way to Amer, this small palace is set in the middle of Man Sagar Lake. Renovation around the lake is in progress.
Hawa Mahal – The palace is shaped like a pyramid and is a five-storied building, with number of small windows and screens, with arched roofs. As one looks at this building, one realizes that the rear side of the building is comparatively very plain and lacks much of ornamentation.
Day 06 Jaipur – Jodhpur (By Road) (350 Kms. / 6.5 hrs. appx)
In the morning after breakfast, drive to Jodhpur.
On arrival, transfer to hotel.
Overnight in hotel.
Day 07 Jodhpur – Ranakpur – Udaipur (By Road) (262 Km/ 6 hrs. appx)
In the morning after breakfast visit Jodhpur.
Later drive to Udaipur via visit Ranakpur temple.
On arrival transfer to hotel.
Overnight in hotel.
Jodhpur was founded by the Rajput chief Rao Jodha in 1459. The city was the erstwhile capital of the Marwar state. A 10-km-long wall made of stone and built about a century after the city was founded, surrounds the old city. There are about 100 towers in the city, most of which are surrounded by defensive battlements. It was founded in 1459 A.D. by Rao Jodha-chief of the Rathore clan of Rajputs who claimed to be descendants of Rama – hero of the epic ‘Ramayana’. Rahores controlled a large part of Rajasthan, especially during the reigns of Rao Udai Singh (1581 AD) and his son Raja Sur Singh ((1595), who conquered Gujarat and a good part of Deccan for the Mughal Emperor Akbar.
Ranakpur, popularly known as the ‘temple town of Rajasthan ‘ is endowed with lush foliage and picturesque scenes. Located in the Pali district, this quaint town is located 23 km from Phalna, the nearest railway station and 96 km from Udaipur the nearest major city. The winding Maghai River and the majestic Aravali hills provide a glowing setting to the gem among tourist destinations, Ranakpur.
Day 08 Udaipur
In the morning after breakfast, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Udaipur City.
Later boat ride on Pichola Lake.
Overnight in hotel.
Udaipur Visit the vast and exquisite City Palace, a well-fortified, majestic white monument. The main entrance, a triple-arched gate named the Tripolia, was built in 1725 and is a marvel. The Suraj Gokhada, the Balcony of the Sun, where the Suryavanshi Maharanas of Mewar presented themselves in times of trouble to the people to restore their confidence, is also a fascinating sight.
Visit Jagdish Temple, a 16th-century temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, it is the largest and most splendid temple in Udaipur Drive past Fateh Sagar Lake and visit Sahelionki- Bari, the Garden of the Maids-of-Honor, which has numerous fountains in four pools, embellished with delicately chiseled kiosks and elephants. The garden brings to the fore the unique lifestyle of the royal ladies, who once strolled through these gardens.
Lake Pichola visiting the bathing ghats where you will have the opportunity to witness evening ritual ceremonies, the City Palace and the Jag Mandir.
Day 09 Udaipur – Mumbai (By Flight)
Morning free.
Transfer to airport for flight to Mumbai.
On arrival transfer to hotel.
Overnight in hotel.
Day 10 Mumbai
In the morning after breakfast city tour of Mumbai.
Overnight in hotel.
The city of Bombay was officially renamed Mumbai in January 1996. The mumbaites believe that this name came from the goddess ‘Mumba’, worshipped by the original Koli inhabitants. When the Portuguese arrived they called the harbour Bombaim, which may have stemmed from ‘buan bahia’, meaning ‘good bay’ in Portuguese, or was a corruption of the original Koli name.
The city of Bombay originally consisted of seven islands called Colaba, Mazagaon, Old Woman’s Island, Wadala, Mahim, Parel, and Matunga-Sion. This group of islands has been joined together by a series of reclamations, formed part of the kingdom of Ashoka, the famous Emperor of India. Bombay’s colonial legacy is the Gateway of India built to commemorate the Royal visit of George V and Queen Mary in 1911. Jamashedji N. Tata, founder of a prestigious industrial house, to counter a ban on Indian entering the then famous Watson’s hostelry, built the Taj Mahal hotel opposite the Gateway in 1903.
Elephanta caves – This place resonates with the spiritual energy of India. The Elephanta Caves are a great tourist attraction in the vicinity of the large Mumbai metropolis. The Elephanta Island is located 10 km away from the Gateway of India at Mumbai. These caves house rock cut temples dating back to the 5th century CE. The Elephanta Island was so named by the Portuguese, after the statue of an elephant near the landing area of the island. These rock cut temples dedicated to Shiva Mahadeva are rich in sculptural content. Motorboats take passengers from Apollo Bunder near the Gateway of India.
Prince of Wales Museum – Prince of Wales Museum is the erstwhile name of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya of Mumbai. In 1905, George V laid down, the Prince of Wales himself, who came on a visit to India its foundation stone. George Wittet, an architect, designed the splendid structure. The construction work was concluded in 1914, but the structure was converted to a military hospital for the period of World War I. Lady Lloyd inaugurated the full-fledged museum in 1923.
The Haji Ali Dargah – is a mosque and dargah located on an islet off the coast of Worli in the Southern part of Mumbai. Near the heart of the city proper, the dargah is one of the most recognisable landmarks of Mumbai.
Gateway of india – One of the most prized chattels of the country, the Gateway of India is situated on the waterfront in South Mumbai. Anyone coming to Mumbai from this harbor is greeted by the huge monument, which stands as a authentication to the imperial bygone era of the city. As you pass through the gate from the city side, the first scene that looms into view is that of the waterfront of South Mumbai.
Marine Drive – Marine Drive Mumbai is a perfect place for enjoyment and lessening. This ‘C’ shaped area is 3 km long and is located in Mumbai south. Marine Drive adjoining to the Arabian sea comprises 6 lanes running along the sea coast. The Marine drive is a naturally formed bay on the Arabian sea. At the northern end of Mumbai Marine drive lies the famous Chowpatty Beach where a wide array of snacks and tasty food is available to the strolling visitors.
Chowpatty beach – Chowpatty is Mumbai’s most famous beach. During the day, it is the hangout of the happily unemployed who snooze under the shade of its miniature trees. But in the evening the atmosphere is more like a carnival: kids screaming on Ferris wheels or taking pony rides, wayside astrologers making a quick buck, monkey shows, and even the odd self -styled gymnast who will demonstrate amazing yogic postures for a small fee.
Day 11 Mumbai – Home (By Flight)
Final departure transfer to airport for flight back to home.
| Place | Nights | 5* A Category | 5* B Category | 5* C Category |
| Delhi | 02 | The Oberoi | ITC Maurya | Radisson Blu |
| Agra | 01 | Oberoi Amar Vilas | ITC Mughal | Radisson Blu |
| Jaipur | 02 | Oberoi Raj Vilas | ITC Rajputana | Radisson Blu |
| Jodhpur | 01 | Taj Umaid Bhawan | Ajit Bhawan | Radisson Blu |
| Udaipur | 02 | Oberoi Udai Vilas | Trident | Radisson Blu |
| Mumbai | 02 | The Oberoi | ITC Grand | Radisson Blu |
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– Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
– 10 nights Hotel Accommodation.
– Transport, Parking, Gasoline & Toll ways.
– Daily breakfast and dinners.
– Entrance fee to any monuments.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– Local guides during the sightseeing.
– All Transfers, Sightseeing and Overland drive as per the itinerary by an air-conditioned Transport.
– All Taxes.
– Tips
– International Air Fare
– Visa Fees
– Travel Insurance
– Personal expenses and drinks.
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– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
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– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
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