(12 Nights & 13 Days)

Day 1: Arrive in Delhi (by flight) 

Upon your arrival, you will be transferred to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 02: Delhi sightseeing

After enjoying breakfast, your day starts with a visit to Old Delhi, where you’ll explore Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid, and Chandni Chowk, with the option for a rickshaw ride, which can be a delightful experience. Following your Old Delhi explorations, you’ll continue to New Delhi, where you will visit the iconic Humayun’s Tomb, India Gate, Rajpath, and the impressive President’s House and Parliament House. Your tour also includes visits to the serene Bangla Sahib Sikh Temple, the beautiful Birla Temple, and the historic Qutb Minar. After an eventful day of sightseeing, you’ll return to your hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.

Day 03: Delhi – Mandawa: 270 km/5 hours

After breakfast, you will start a scenic drive to Mandawa, often referred to as the “Open-Air Art Gallery of Rajasthan.” Upon reaching Mandawa, check in at your hotel. In the afternoon, you’ll head out to explore the town, visiting the famous Havelis and Frescoes dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries. The intricate and revered paintings within these Havelis are a sight to behold, leaving you captivated by their beauty and historical significance. As you wander through the vibrant bazaar streets, you’ll have the opportunity to pick up handicrafts and souvenirs as mementos of your visit. After a delightful day of exploration, return to your hotel for a relaxing overnight stay.

Day 04: Mandawa – Bikaner: 180 km/3.5 hours

After arriving at your hotel in Bikaner, you’ll have some time to relax. In the afternoon, you’ll embark on a sightseeing tour, starting with visits to Junagarh Fort, Lallgarh Palace, and the Fort Museum. The Lallgarh Palace, constructed with red sandstone and adorned with intricate mirror work, exquisite carvings, and paintings, is truly a sight to behold. In the evening, you are free to explore the old city and its bustling bazaars, where you can enjoy some shopping. 

Eventful day, return to your hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.

Day 05: Bikaner – Jodhpur: 290 km/5.5 hours

During your journey to Jodhpur, you will make fascinating stops at the Karni Mata (Rat) Temple in Deshnoke, explore Nagaur Fort, and visit Osian, where you can explore the Mata Durga and Sachiya Mata Temples. Upon reaching Jodhpur, you will be transferred to your hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.

Day 6: Jodhpur sightseeing

Today’s itinerary begins with a visit to the magnificent Meherangarh Fort, which stands as the iconic symbol of the “Blue City” – Jodhpur. You will also explore Jaswant Thada, Mandore Garden, and the Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum. In the afternoon, take a leisurely stroll around the bustling Sardar Market and the charming Clock Tower area. After a day of sightseeing, return to your hotel for a restful overnight.

Day 7: Jodhpur – Ranakpur – Udaipur: 270 km/6 hours

En route to Udaipur, you’ll take a break to visit the awe-inspiring Ranakpur Jain Temple, a remarkable 15th-century masterpiece. This temple complex features a cluster of intricately sculpted white marble structures, boasting around 1,444 exquisitely carved pillars, each one distinct from the others. After your visit, you will proceed with your journey to Udaipur, where you will check in to your hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.

Day 8: Udaipur sightseeing

After a hearty breakfast, your day in Udaipur begins with a visit to the City Palace Complex, a prominent landmark in the city. This splendid white marble palace, once the abode of the Rajput rulers, houses the grand Durbar Hall, the Palace Museum, and the exquisite Crystal Gallery. Your exploration continues with a visit to the Jagdish Temple, followed by Sahelion Ki Bari, a charming recreational garden once enjoyed by the queen and princesses of the royal family. At the Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal, a museum celebrating the folk art of Rajasthan, you can relish a traditional puppet show (Kathputli). In the afternoon, you’ll embark on a delightful boat ride on Lake Pichola. The final highlight of your day is a visit to the Eklingji and Nagda Temples, located 25 kilometers outside Udaipur. After this immersive day of sightseeing, you’ll return to your hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.

Day 9: Udaipur – Jaipur: 440 km/7.30 hours

Today, a substantial journey awaits us. After checking in and having some time to freshen up, you’ll have the opportunity to get your first taste of the Pink City, as Jaipur is affectionately known. Following your explorations, return to the hotel for a restful overnight stay.

Day 10: Jaipur sightseeing

Our day begins with a visit to the historic capital, Amber Fort, located just 10 kilometers outside Jaipur. For an added adventure, you have the option to ascend to the fort on the back of an elephant. After exploring Amber Palace and Kali Mata Temple, return to Jaipur for a well-deserved lunch. Once rejuvenated, continue your journey with visits to the City Palace, a splendid creation by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, Hawa Mahal, also known as the “Palace of Breeze,” constructed in 1799, and the renowned Jantar Mantar observatory, built between 1724 and 1730 under the orders of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II of Jaipur.

Following your sightseeing adventures, you’ll have free time to relax or indulge in some shopping. Keep in mind that Jaipur is renowned worldwide for its exquisite stone jewelry. 

As the day winds down, return to the hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.

Day 11: Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra: 250 km/5.30 hours

En route to Agra, our journey includes stops at two fascinating historical sites. Our first stop is the remarkable Chand Baori stepwell, an architectural marvel built over a thousand years ago in Abhaneri Village. This impressive stepwell ranks as one of the world’s largest. Following this, our path leads us to Fatehpur Sikri, the former Mughal capital during the years 1571 to 1585.

After our exploration of Fatehpur Sikri, we proceed to Agra, where we check in at the hotel for a restful overnight stay.

Day 12: Agra sightseeing

You have the option to visit one of the world’s most exquisite monuments, the Taj Mahal, either at sunrise or after your breakfast. This breathtaking mausoleum was constructed by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in loving memory of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Often referred to simply as “the Taj,” it stands as a paragon of Mughal architecture, blending elements from Persian, Ottoman, Indian, and Islamic architectural styles. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983, the Taj Mahal symbolizes eternal love.

Agra boasts another UNESCO World Heritage site, the Agra Fort, renowned as the Red Fort of Agra. This impressive complex, situated 2.5 km northwest of the Taj Mahal, served as the residence of great Mughal emperors and the seat of governance for the nation.

Other notable attractions in Agra include the Tomb of I’imad-ud-Daulah, often referred to as the “Baby Taj,” and Akbar’s Tomb at Sikandra, a significant masterpiece of Mughal architecture.

Our day concludes with a visit to Mehtab Bagh, also known as the Moonlight Garden, situated on the opposite bank of the Yamuna River, offering a perfect view of the Taj Mahal at sunset.

Afterward, we return to the hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.

Day 13: Agra – Delhi: 230 km/3.30 hours

In the morning after breakfast you will drive back to Delhi for flight back home or connection program

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