DAY 01

India Gate

Reception on arrival at International airport and transfer to hotel.

Delhi – Capital of modern India. Many dynasties and rulers have flourished on its regal soil over the last 3000 years. The legacy still survives in many monuments varying from the 13^th century mausoleum of the Lodi Kings to the buildings of British India's imperial past like the Parliament House and the Presidential Estate.

In the afternoon, commence combined sightseeing tour of the famous historical sights in Old & New Delhi, visiting the Raj Ghat - memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. Drive past the Red Fort, Jama Mosque - the largest mosque in India. Continue tour into New Delhi to visit the Qutab Minar – a 72 m high tower built in the Persian style and Emperor Humayun’s Mausoleum. The tour ends with a drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House and The Presidential Estate.

DAY 02

Breakfast at the hotel.

After breakfast, drive from Delhi to Agra (203 kms/4.5 hours).

Agra – An ancient city, once the capital of Mughal Empire in the 16^th and 17^th century, Agra today depicts a gorgeous panorama of majestic architectural creations and a rich tradition of art and culture. Agra is home to one of seven - wonders of the World, the marble symphony of Shah Jahan - "The Taj Mahal". Discover the dazzling creations of their craftsmen in other architectural marvels in Agra, the quintessential mughal city.

On arrival check-in at hotel.

Afternoon, proceed for a city tour where you will experience the TAJ MAHAL (closed on Fridays). An extravagant marble monument of love, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in 1653 as a memorial to his queen Mumtaz Mahal. This beautiful mausoleum in pure white marble took 22 years and 22000 craftsmen to build. Continue your tour to the Agra Fort, the original red sandstone fort built by Moghul Emperor Akbar in 1565. The Forts maze of courtyards, its marble mosque and lavish private chambers reflect the grandeur of the Mughal Empire.

DAY 03

Buland Darwaza

Breakfast at the hotel.

Morning, drive from Agra to Jaipur (221 kms/6 hours) enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri.

This deserted, red sandstone city, built by Emperor Akbar, between 1570 and 1585, now glows in its magnificent past. This was once the capital of the Moghul Empire for a short period but later abandoned due to scarcity of water. Here you will visit the Bulund Darwaza (The Gate of Victory), which is said to be the tallest gateway in the world. In the northern part of the courtyard is the superb white marble tomb of the famous Sufi saint - Shaik Salim Chishti. This tomb was built in 1570 and legend says that the Moghul Emperor Akbar was without a male heir because of which he made a barefoot pilgrimage from Agra to seek the blessings of this saint. The saint foretold the birth of a son, and in gratitude Akbar named his son Salim, who later went to be called by the title Jehangir and succeeded Akbar as emperor.

Continue your drive to Jaipur and upon arrival check-in at hotel.

Jaipur - The capital of Rajasthan State, this picturesque city is a symphony in pink, a color that signifies hospitality in Rajput culture. Built by Raja Jai Singh in the 18^th century, it is surrounded by hills topped with rugged fortresses and dotted with fairy tale palaces. Ambling camels and brightly dressed locals, reflect Jaipur’s desert heritage while the teeming markets display a profusion of handlooms and crafts. Come visit the city of love, legends and lore.

Rest of the afternoon is at leisure.

OVERNIGHT AT THE HOTEL.

DAY 04

Amer Fort

Hawa Mahal

Breakfast at the hotel.

Morning, proceed for an excursion to Amer Fort, which is located 12 kms outside Jaipur. Raja Mansingh built the Original Fort and Sawai Jai Singh made later additions. One of the finest example of Rajput architecture, it was the ancient capital of The Kaisshawah rulers. Enjoy the ascent to the palace on the back of a brightly caparisoned elephant. Visit the multiple chambers and hallways of the palace which are famous for their design and decorations.

Later, proceed for a city tour to visit the unique Jantar Mantar, which is a magnificent stone observatory built by Raja Jai Singh in 1728 and drive past the Hawa Mahal, an intriguing "Palace of Winds". This was really a facade built in 1799, to allow royal ladies to view the city from the windows. Later visit the opulent City Palace, the former royal residence built in a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal style which has grand museums displaying an excellent collection of miniature paintings, costumes and armory.

Rest of the day is at leisure.

DAY 05

Mehrangarh Fort

Breakfast at the hotel.

Morning is at leisure to explore the city on your own.

Afternoon transfer from hotel to the Railway Station in time to board train for Jodhpur.

Leave: Jaipur at 1710 hours by INTERCITY EXP

Arrive: Jodhpur at 2245 hours

Reception on arrival and transfer from Railway Station to hotel.

Jodhpur; Grandeur by the sand dunes, founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha, Jodhpur was the capital of the state of Marwar during the rule of the Rathor clan. Set right at the edge of Thar Desert, Jodhpur is strewn with forts and palaces that go back to the 15^th century all vividly testifying to the history of the princely state.

DAY 06

Breakfast at the hotel.

After breakfast, proceed for a sightseeing tour of Jodhpur. The tour begins from "The Mehrangarh Fort ", this formidable hilltop fort is the one of the most impressive in Rajasthan. A series of gates lead into the Fort like "Jayapol", built by Maharaja Man Singh in 1806 and the " Fatehpol" or "Victory Gate ", erected by Maharaja Ajit Singh to celebrate his victory over the Mughals. The main gate is the "Lahapol", an iron gate besides which there are 15 hand prints which are the "Sati Marks" of Maharaja Man Singh’s widows who threw themselves upon his funeral pyre in 1843. Inside the fort visit the palaces Moti Mahal or "Pearl Palace", the Sukh Mahal or "Pleasure Palace" and the Phool Mahal or "Flower Palace". Continue the tour to visit the "Jaswant Thada", a marble cenotaph built in 1899 as a memorial to Maharaja Jaswant Singh II.

Afternoon proceed for a Jeep Safari to a nearby Village, to witness the simple, yet colorful life of the Rajasthani people. Thatched huts, temples, men in colorful turbans (head gears) and women clad in bright outfits liven up this desert village in their own culture and tradition.

DAY 07

Breakfast at the hotel.

After breakfast, you will drive from Jodhpur to Udaipur (259 kms/6 hours) visiting Ranakpur temples enroute. These famous Jain Temples, dating back to the 15^th century, are located some 90 kms from Udaipur. The temple abounds with intricate friezes and sculptures.

Continue your drive to Udaipur and upon arrival check-in at hotel.

Udaipur – This romantic city is situated in the lap of the Aravali Hills. Founded in 1568 by Maharana Udai Singh. The city is built around and surrounded by 5 small lakes and has several forts and palaces dotting the surrounding hill sides.

DAY 08

Breakfast at the hotel.

After breakfast proceed for a sightseeing tour of Udaipur. Begin your tour with a visit to the City Palace. At this Palace complex, one marvels at the rooms with mirrored walls and ivory doors, windows with colored glass, inlaid marble balconies and the peacock courtyard. Visit the temple of the Sun God, with its erotic sculptures. We also visit the lovely Sahelion-ki-bari gardens, the Jagdish temple and the local Museum.

DAY 09

Victoria Terminus

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer from hotel to the airport in time to board flight for Mumbai:

Leave: Udaipur at 0840 hours by 9W-3401

Arrive: Mumbai at 1025 hours

Reception on arrival at the airport and transfer to a city hotel where the clients can leave their baggage.

Later proceed for a sightseeing tour of Mumbai. Afternoon. The tour begins at the "Prince of Wales Museum ", built to commemorate King George V first visit to India in 1905. Designed in the Indo-Saracenic style, the museum has sections of art, paintings, archeology and natural history dating back from 18th to 19^th century. "The Gateway of India", Mumbai’s foremost landmark overlooking the harbor, was conceived following the visit of King George V in 1911 and officially opened in 1924. A drive up to the Malabar Hill, to the hanging gardens, gives a panoramic view of the city and the Queens Necklace – the Marine Drive. The tour concludes with a drive through the Flora Fountain and Fort area where you can view Gothic and Victorian style buildings. Visit the Victoria Terminus (now known as Chartapati Shivaji Terminus) India’s finest Gothic building and a bustling Railway Station.

Evening transfer to the International airport in time for flight