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Day 1 – ARRIVE DELHI

Welcome to India! Assistance on arrival at airport by our representative and transfer to the Hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 – IN DELHI

Morning after breakfast, sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi. Among some of the most interesting highlights of your city tour of Old and New Delhi are the Red Fort (see from outside only), the Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk and Raj Ghat in the old city area and the Government Buildings, a drive through the majestic Rajpath to the India Gate, the Humayun’s Tomb and the Qutab Minar etc. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 – DELHI-AGRA

Morning after breakfasts depart by surface to Agra (205 kms/5 hrs approx.). Upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Afternoon visit Taj Mahal, built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan, this beautiful mausoleum is built of pure white marble and is an architectural marvel. Built in the memory of his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. The building was conceived as a garden tomb with the mausoleum rising at the far end of the complex with the river Yamuna flowing below. Beneath the dome are the cenotaphs of Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jehan. Later visit: Agra Fort built by Emperor Akbar over the years 1565 – 1573 with its maze of courtyards, mosques, and private chambers. Most of the buildings originally built by Akbar were destroyed and were replaced by his grandson Shah Jehan. The only surviving structure from Akbar’s period apart from the solid sand stone ramparts and the gateway is the Jehangir Mahal. It is the biggest private residence in the complex and its architecture indicates strong influences from Hindu overtones. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 – AGRA-FATEHPUR SIKRI-JAIPUR

Morning depart by surface to Jaipur (240 kms/6 hrs approx.) en route visiting Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted capital of Mughal India. Among the principal attractions of Fatehpur Sikri are the large audience halls, palaces, the Mosques, the tomb of Salim Chishti, The Panchmahal, and the Buland Darwaza, which is among the biggest gates in Asia. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel

Day 5 – IN JAIPUR

Morning after breakfast, excursion to Amber Fort, the ancient capital of the State until 1728. Visit the Jagmandir or the hall of victory glittering with mirrors, Jai Mahal and Temple of Kali. Take a ride on gaily decorated elephant to the ramparts of the Fort.

Afternoon sightseeing tour of Jaipur city. Among the principal sights are the Jantar Mantar or the Observatory, The Palace of Winds or Hawa Mahal, The City Palace & Museum. Jaipur is also a major center of precious and semi precious stones, jewellery, cotton textiles and the typical Blue Pottery. Overnight at the hotel

Day 6 – JAIPUR-JODHPUR

Morning after breakfast, depart by surface to Jodhpur. Upon arrival check –in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 7 – IN JODHPUR

Morning after breakfast sightseeing tour of Jodhpur. Visit the Mehrangarh Fort, situated on a low sandstone hill, including Moti Mahal and Phool Mahal. Later visit Jaswant Thada, an imposing Marble Memoriam built in 1899 and the museum located in the Umaid Public Gardens. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 8 – JODHPUR-RANAKPUR-UDAIPUR

Morning after breakfast departs by surface to Udaipur en route visiting the marvelous Jain Temples at Ranakpur, built in the 15th century are situated in the lovely valley of the Aravali. Its surrounding is quite and picturesque. Ranakpur has grand structures and beautiful sculpture. There are 1444 pillars in the temple different from each other. The magic of light and shade is awe-inspiring. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 9 – IN UDAIPUR

Morning after breakfast sightseeing tour of Udaipur city. Among the places visited is the City Palace – a majestic architectural marvel towering over the lake. A conglomeration of courtyards, pavilions, terraces, corridors, rooms and hanging gardens. The main entrance is through the Triple arched gate “Tripolia” with eight marble porticos; the Jagdish temple- built in 1651 by Maharana Jagat Singh, this Indo – Aryan temple is the largest and the most beautiful temple of Udaipur with note worthy sculpted images; the Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal, which houses an interesting collection of folk dresses, ornaments, puppets, masks, dolls, folk musical instruments, paintings etc; the Saheliyon ki Bari with its many fountains etc.

A highlight of your trip to Udaipur is a sunset boat cruise on the beautiful placid Lake Pichola. The lake is surrounded by hills, palaces including the beautiful city palace, temples, bathing ghats and embankments. There are two island palaces, The Jagmandir and Jagniwas and also the beautiful Lake Palace sits on an island in this lake. Boat rides, which originate from the City Palace jetty (known as Bansi Ghat), are a popular way of exploring the natural beauty of Udaipur. Boat ride is subject to water conditions. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 10 – UDAIPUR- PUSHKAR

Morning after breakfast, depart by surface to Pushkar. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of the Holy City of Pushkar visiting the Lake and the Brahma Temple. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 10 – PUSHKAR-AJMER-DELHI

Morning after breakfast, depart by surface to Ajmer. Upon arrival sightseeing tour of Ajmer visit the famous Tomb of the Sufi Saint, Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, the Dargah Sharif. The city was founded by the Chauhan ruler, Ajaipal, during the 11th Century and is dominated by the Taragarh Fort built by Prithiviraj Chauhan. Some 800 years ago, a splendid embankment was built by Anaji by the lovely lake. Ana Sagar and some 500 years later Shah Jehan erected 5 beautiful marble pavilions. Afternoon depart by surface to Delhi. Upon arrival assistance will take them to the Indian Restaurant at for a Farewell Indian Dinner. Later departure transfer to the International airport to board flight back home.

END OF THE TOUR
CHECK-IN/OUT AT THE HOTELS IS 12 NOON

Rate Includes :

• Accommodation on twin sharing bed and breakfast basis for total of 10nights at the hoels menioned below or similar
•  Assistance on arrival/departure at airport/hotels by our representatives.
• All transportation using one air-conditioned vechile.
• Services of a locally appointed German failing English-speaking guide for sightseeing tours. ( Expect Pushkar & Ajmer)
• Entrance fees to the monuments.
• Elephant ride at Amber Fort Jaipur.
• Farewell Dinner  at Delhi on day 11.

Rate does not Include :

• Meals other than breakfast.
• Camera fees at the monuments. 
• Entrance fees to the monuments.
• Any accommodation in Delhi on day 11
• Tips and gratuities. 
• Medical & Travel Insurance.
• Expenses of a personal nature such as laundry, beverages, telephone calls etc.
• Any other expenses not covered above.

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