Duration
: 15 Days
Destinations : Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Udaipur -
Mumbai
Day
01: Abroad - Delhi Arrive at Delhi International airport.
On
arrival in Delhi, you will be met by our representative and transferred to
hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 02: Delhi
This morning you will be taken to visit Old Delhi - Former centre of Moghul
Power, Old Delhi offers ancient monuments, narrow streets and bustling
bazaars. Drive past the Red Fort, built in 1648 and board the 'rickshaw
ride' for a unique experience from the Red Fort, through "Chandni Chowk"
or Silver Street, experiencing the sights and sounds of this very busy
avenue heading west from the Fort. Later visit the Jama Masjid, the greatest
mosque in India and completed in 1658 by Shah Jahan who also built the Taj
Mahal, and the Raj Ghat, the simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.
This
afternoon you will be taken to visit New Delhi - drive past the stately
government buildings of the British Era designed by Lutyens, including the
India Gate & the Presidential Palace. Continue onto the beautiful
Humayuns tomb of the Mughal era & predecessor of the world famous Taj
Mahal. End the tour at the towering minaret of Qutab Minar.
Overnight at
hotel.
Day 03: Delhi - Agra Morning drive to Agra (203 kms). Upon
arrival in Agra - check into the hotel.
Afternoon visit the famous Taj
Mahal.
Taj Mahal -This most famous Moghul monument was constructed
by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal "the lady of
the Taj". It has been described as the most extravagant monument ever
built for love, for the emperor was heartbroken when Mumtaz died after 17
years of marriage, during the birth of her 14th child. The central structure
has four small domes surrounding the huge, central dome. Above the tombs of
Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jahan are false tombs, a common practice in Indian
mausoleums. (Taj Mahal is closed on Friday).
Overnight at hotel.
Day 04: AgraRed Fort - which lies on the bend of the
river Yamuna, almost in the heart of the town. It was built by Akbar as his
citadel over the years 1563-73 in the finest architectural style. It has
imposing gates and walls of red sandstone and a moat.
Afternoon
visit the beautiful mausoleum of the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah, a Persian
nobleman who was the father-in-law and Chief Minister of Emperor Jahangir.
It was the first monument in India to feature Persian mosaic style inlay
work or "Pietra Dura". Greatly resembling the Taj in its use of
inlay on white marble, and its twin sandstone mosque, this elegant tomb is
considered as the precursor of the Taj Mahal and is known as the "mini-Taj".
Overnight
at hotel
Day
05: Agra Full day at leisure.
Overnight at hotel.
Day
06: Agra - Jaipur Morning drive to Jaipur (221 kms), en route visit
Fatehpur Sikri.
Fatehpur Sikri the deserted, red sandstone city
that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace in the 16th
century. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza the largest gateway in the world.
Thereafter continue drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival in Jaipur -
check into the hotel.
Overnight at hotel
Day 07:
Jaipur Morning tour of the impressive Amber Fort, situated on a
ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mount your
caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate,
making your entrance in the time honoured fashion. The Fort, completed in
the early 18th century, took over 100 years to build and now, although
deserted, offers a fascinating insight into the life-style of the Moghul
ruling families.
Afternoon tour of the City - "The Pink City"
is spectacularly set within surrounding rugged hills, dotted with ancient
ruined fortresses. Your tour will include the imposing City Palace, still
home to the Maharaja although several of the rooms are now open to the
public. Many antiques and artifacts belonging to the ruling family are
housed here, including a collection of weaponry. You will also visit the
Hawa Mahal "Palace of the Winds", and the open-air Jantar Mantar
Observatory to see the vast astronomical instruments. Enjoy a stroll through
the colourful bazaar before returning to your hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 08: Jaipur Full day at leisure.
Overnight
at hotel.
Day 09: Jaipur - Udaipur
Morning
you would be transferred to the airport for your flight to Udaipur
Depart:
Jaipur at: 0725 hrs by: 9W 3401
Arrive: Udaipur at: 0820 hrsOn
arrival, you would be met by our representative and transferred to the
hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 10: Udaipur
Thereafter, city tour of Udaipur - the romantic Lake City in Southern
Rajasthan, famous for the stunning white marble Palace built on an island in
the Lake Pichola. It was the former Palace of the Maharana and now converted
to one of the most glamorous hotels in India. The tour will cover the
magnificent City Palace, the Jagdish temple, the pleasure gardens and a
drive around the other nearby lakes.
Late afternoon enjoy a boat
cruise on the placid waters of Lake Pichola. From the lake you have a
wonderful view of the City Palace stretching along the east bank, while the
south bank has pleasant gardens running down to the waterside.
Overnight
at hotel.
Day
11: UdaipurMorning excursion to Ranakpur temples - a visit to the
famous Jain Temple, dating back to the 15th century. 200 pillars, none of
which are alike, support its 29 halls. The Temple abounds with intricate
friezes and sculptures. Includes visits to two more Jain temples and the
Temple of the Sun God with its erotic sculptures.
Afternoon at
leisure.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 12: UdaipurFull
day at leisure.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 13: Udaipur -
MumbaiMorning you would be transferred to the airport for your
flight to Mumbai
Depart: Udaipur at: 0850 hrs by: 9W 3401
Arrive:
Mumbai at: 1035 hrsOn arrival, you would be met by our
representative and transferred to the hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day
14: Mumbai 
Morning,
one hour boat ride across Mumbai Harbour brings you to the lush green
Elephanta Island. Here, visit some of the huge and intricately carved
Elephanta Caves that date back to the 8th century. For rows of massive
columns cut into solid rock from three magnificent avenues, lead to the
outstanding three-headed sculpture representing Brahma the Creator, Vishnu
the Preserver and Shiva the Destroyer. Dedicated to Shiva, the beauty and
power of these phenomenal sculptures depicting the various manifestations of
Shiva is overpowering.
Afternoon, city tour of Mumbai - the great
port city with its Victorian Gothic buildings from the British Raj Era
mingling with the modern. The tour includes Gateway of India overlooking the
Harbour, the Towers of Silence, Marine Drive and the Dhobi Ghat, the unique
and colourful outdoor 'laundry'. Also visit Mani Bhawan, a small museum
dedicated to the life and works of Mahatma Gandhi.
Overnight at hotel.
Day
15: Mumbai Transfer to the international airport for flight back
home.
Depart: Mumbai
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