Royal Rajasthan

Our cultural adventure begins in Delhi, the capital city and a true reflection of India. After Delhi we fly to Jodhpur, the gateway to the wonderland of Sand dunes & deserts and then move on to the romantic city of Udaipur. Stay at Deogarh mahal will provide an insight into the rural life of the people of the region and the royal family itself. Jaipur or the city of victory is also known as “Pink City” is a true reflection of the Royal State with its fading grandeur and martial glory. You will acquaint yourself with local customs and cultures while exploring the country side and then head to Agra to admire the unmatched beauty of the Taj Mahal carved out of white marble. We sincerely hope that you will carry home memories of an unforgettable holiday of incredible India.

Day 01, Arrival / Delhi
Meeting and assistance on arrival at the Delhi international airport and transfer to hotel. Traditional Indian welcome on arrival at Hotel. Delhi, the capital of India is a historical city, attracting the tourists from across the globe. Old Delhi has many historical monuments and temples that are delightful to watch. Cosmopolitan hotels, shopping, and fine restaurants abound. Delhi also offers a glimpse into the real India: the labyrinthine street bazaars of Old Delhi, and the temples and monuments of Indian’s chequered colonial past. In the deepest sense, from Old Delhi’s Red fort and Jama Masjid mosque to New Delhi’s chic art galleries and nightclubs, Delhi is profoundly Indian city. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 02, Delhi
Morning: visit the Old Delhi to see the historic Red Fort and the Jama Masjid, India`s largest mosque from the outside. See the colourful bazaar of Chandni Chowk and take a cycle rickshaw ride through the back streets and small by lanes of Old Delhi to experience of the hustle and bustle of this traditional city. Afternoon visit New Delhi visiting the Qutab Minar, also known as a tower of victory and India Gate - the war memorial and Humayuns Tomb. You will drive past the Rashtrapathi Bhawan, the residence of the President of India, the Parliament house and the Government Secretariat buildings. Evening cocktail with snacks and tour briefing along with the introduction to your tour escort. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 03, Delhi / Jodhpur / Manvar
After breakfast transfer to airport for flight to Jodhpur.

Jet Airways 9W 2631 – 1025 / 1145 hrs (1 hr & 20 Minute flight)
Indian Ai 471 – 1235 / 1325 hrs (50 minutes)

Assistance on arrival at Jodhpur airport and drive 2.5 hrs Manvar Desert Camp.
Manvar desert Camp is located in the midst of the wilderness surrounded by the sand dunes. The concept of MANVAR Desert Camp seems to trace its birth to the 17th century when while on his way to the battlefields, the Mughal Emperor Jehangir, known for his luxurious lifestyle, used to set up royal style camps. These camps were equipped with all the amenities. This tradition was followed by later rulers as well as those of Rajasthan for their hunting trips, royal gatherings and recreational activities.
AN oasis of rare exclusivity The MANVAR TENTED CAMP consists of 30 colourfully decorated, safari-style tents arranged in a semi-circle around a central ‘durbar’ Hall. Each of the thirty tents is carefully placed for commanding views over the desert wilderness. They are extremely luxurious - more like mini-marquees with smart polished traditional camping style teak furniture, rich jute rugs and lovely custom designed block-printed tent linings. Evening sunset camel safari into the desert. Evenings are livened up by camp fire, mashaals, and local musicians & dancers. Dinner with folk entertainment and overnight at camp.

Day 04, Manvar / Jodhpur
Spend the morning at leisure. Afternoon drive 2.5 hrs to Jodhpur. Jodhpur is on the eastern fringe of the Thar Desert and serves as the gateway to the wonderland of sand dunes and shrubs, rocky terrain and thorny trees. On arrival at Jodhpur check into your hotel for overnight stay.

Day – 05, Jodhpur
Morning city sightseeing of Jodhpur visiting the colossal Mehrangarh Fort, which in words Rudyard Kipling is “A creation of angels, fairies and giants.” Meharangarh Fort spreads over five ilometers on a hill. It houses a palace intricately adorned with long carved panels and latticed windows exquisitely wrought from red sandstone. It also has a museum with a rich collection of palanquins, howdahs, and royal cradles, miniature paintings of various schools, folk music instruments, costumes and impressive armoury. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 06, , Jodhpur / Udaipur
After breakfast drive 5 to 6 hrs to Udaipur en route visiting the famous Jain Temples at Ranakpur. Lunch will be arranged at Ranakpur. Udaipur – ‘City of Dreams’ or ‘Venice of the East’- is perhaps the most beautiful of all Indian cities. A romantic collection of exotic gardens filled with blossoming trees and fantasy island palaces shimmering in mirror-calm lakes – that’s Udaipur. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Evening sunset boat cruise on Lake Pichola. Overnight stay at hotel. .

Day 07,Udaipur
After breakfast city sightseeing of Udaipur The City Palace is the largest palace in Rajasthan, situated on Udaipur’s ridge, overlooking the azure waters of the tranquil lake. But it is the island palace on the lake that takes one’s breath away, embellished with jewel-like apartments, courts, fountains and gardens. The Jag Niwas, now redesigned as the Lake Palace Hotel, is almost lyrical in its beauty, and a bird’s eye rendering of this pavilion forms the subject of many an old miniature painting. Saheliyon-ki-bari, or gardens for companions, is a celebration of the art of landscape gardening on a princely scale. In the evening sunset enjoy the boat cruise on Lake Pichola. .

Day 08, Udaipur / Deogarh
Spend the morning at Leisure. Later drive 4 to Deogarh. On arrival check into Deogarh Mahal. Deogarh town is nestled among the oldest mountains range in the world – the Aravalis. The surrounding rugged, rocky hills are dotted with a number of old, majestic forts and over a hundred lakes. Deogarh is also renowned for its miniature painting. Overnight stay at Deogarh Mahal.

Day 09, Deogarh
Morning rural ramble into the country side. Today we will have picnic lunch arranged in the country side. Evening at leisure. Dinner with folk entertainment and overnight at Mahal.

Day 10, Deogarh / Jaipur
After later breakfast drive 4 hrs to Jaipur, the pink city or the city of victory. Jaipur, or the City of Victory, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. Jaipur is a ilometer synthesis of architectural influences – Hindu, Jain, Mughal. It is a well planned city of yore, built from rose-coloured terra cotta. – that has given it the name ‘Pink City’. The bazaars teem with people, camels, horses and a multitude of varied vehicles, while around them loom the magnificent palaces and buildings. On arrival stay at hotel for overnight.

Day 11, Jaipur
After breakfast excursion to Amber, the ancient capital of the region and now a deserted complex. Amber was the ancient capital of the region. Now a deserted complex, it however still recalls its heydays in the majestic ramparts rising steeply along the contoured hillsides. Here elephants still carry visitors in stately splendours to the main Palace, through unusually high gateways, obviously designed to accommodate this archaic mode of transport.
In the afternoon weave through the lively streets of the Jaipur City and visit the pink sandstone Palace of Winds, City Palace with its museum and Jantar Mantar (18 centaury observatory).
Evening sunset elephant safari with barbeque dinner in the jungles on the outskirts of Jaipur. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 12, , Jaipur / Agra
After breakfast drive 5 hrs to Agra en route visiting the deserted palaces and pavilions of the Mughal kingdom of Fatehpur Sikri, a World Heritage Site.

Fatehpur Sikri lies thirty-five ilometers from Agra on the Agra / Jaipur Road. It is Akbar’s famous ghost town, “city of victory”, which was the Emperor’s capital for a short span of sixteen years.

Agra is the home of the Taj Mahal – one of the Seven Wonders of the World. A mausoleum for Empress Mumtaz Mahal, built by her beloved husband Shah Jahan, the Taj Mahal is often described as a ‘dream in marble’. The city of Agra, the quintessence of the grand Mughal era, reigns to this day in the public mind as the embodiment of royal grace, imposing architecture and power. On arrival stay at Hotel for overnight.Note: Taj Mahal remain close on Fridays

Day 13, Agra / Delhi
Early morning visit to Taj Mahal at sunrise. The Taj Mahal To the Poet Tagore it was “a tear on the face of eternity”, a building to echo the cry “I have not forgotten, I have not forgotten, O beloved”. The Taj Mahal is an enduring monument to love, with a continually fulfilling beauty.

After breakfast city sightseeing of Agra city. Agra Fort on the Western bank of the River Yamuna, Akbar’s magnificent fort dominates the centre of the city. The site was originally used be the son of Sher Shah, but the present structure owes its origins to Akbar who erected the walls and gates and the first building inside.

I’timad-ud-Daulah The tomb was built for Ghiyas Beg, a Persian who had obtained service in Akbar’s court, and his wife. On Jehangir’s succession in 1605 he became Wazir (Chief Minister) and received the title of I’timad-ud-Daulah (Pillar of Government). After lunch drive 4 to 5 hrs to Delhi. On arrival check into your hotel for overnight stay. Special farewell dinner will be organised at a speciality restaurant. Overnight stay at hotel. .

Day 14, Delhi / Departure
Transfer to airport for flight to onward destination.

Our Cost Inclusions: Accommodation in two double room / cottage as per the lodges / hotels as per the itinerary or available alternatives

• Accommodation on 01 Double room at the hotels mentioned above or similar
• Daily breakfast at all hotels
• All transfers, excursions and sightseeing tours by air-conditioned deluxe car
• Representative for assistance on all arrival and departure transfers
• Local English-speaking guides will be provided as per the itinerary
• Entry fees to monuments and sites as per the itinerary
• Sunset boat cruise on Lake Pichola
• All presently applicable taxes.
• Our quote is valid from 01 October 2011 to 15 April 2012 (not valid between 20 Dec to 05 Jan 2012)

• Check-In, Check-out time in hotels is 1400 NOON
• Prices are subject to change with any increase in the cost
• Rates include only those items specified in your itinerary
• In case of any currency fluctuations or amendment in local Government taxes, or any fuel hike, we reserve the right to adjust the tour price accordingly
• Flight schedule is subject to change without notice

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