Taj with Rajasthan Tour
DURATION: 11 NIGHTS/12 DAYS
DESTINATIONS: DELHI-AGRA-DAUSA-JAIPUR-DEOGARH-UDAIPUR-LUNI-KHIMSAR-MANDAWA-DELHI
DAY-01: ARRIVAL AT DELHI
Arrival at Delhi airport to a warm welcome from our india holidays representatives followed by assistance and transfer to a luxury hotel. Overnight stay in Delhi
DAY-02: DELHI-AGRA (By evening train)
Today our expert guides from India tourism team will escort you around the city. Displaying a charming mix of modern marvels with historical monuments, Delhi is regarded as the one stop tourist destination in india. The visits are for all four UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Delhi, namely the Red Fort- built in red sandstone by the Mughals in 16th century, Jama Masjid - regarded as one of the largest mosque in Asia, the monument houses several sacred memorabilia of prophet like his slippers, footprints embedded in marble etc., Humayun’s tomb- built in memory of Mughal ruler Humayun by his wife and Qutab Minar- regarded as the tallest single minaret in the world. Evening you will be transfer to Delhi railhead to board the train to Agra. On arrival at Agra railway station you will be transferred to for your overnight stay.
DAY-03: AGRA
In the morning you will be escorted by our finest guide to visit the Taj Mahal. The historical monument is one of the 7 wonder of the world to westerners but to the Indians it’s the finest symbol of love ever created by man. Emperor Shahjahan- the fondest of building magnificent architectures amongst all Mughal rulers built this in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, but was later imprisoned by his son at Agra Fort- our next destination from where he stared longingly at the Taj during his last days.
Visit the Jama Masjid of Agra followed by dinner and overnight stay at Agra Hotel.
Agra Taj Mahal Closed on every friday.
DAY-04: AGRA TO DAUSA
The next tourist attractions in rajasthan is at Dausa, and upon arrival check-in at the luxury hotel. This hotel was built with a fine blend of Mughal and Rajput architectural styles, and the end result is the fort proudly displaying the best of both. Included are 35 luxurious rooms with all modern facilities, enjoy the specially organized puppet show which is as old as the culture of Rajasthan. Spend your night at Dausa.
DAY-05: DAUSA TO JAIPUR
After a leisurely breakfast, drive to Jaipur and meet with the luxury rajasthan tours representatives who will escort you to the luxury hotel for check-in. Later, explore the town famous as ‘Pink City Jaipur’ which is also one of the most culturally rich cities in India. Evening excursion to Amber fort towering above the city located atop a hill with a picturesque lake at its foot. Take a joyful elephant ride to reach to it and witness the elaborate decorative details and stone carvings. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
DAY-06: JAIPUR to DEOGARH
Today morning your rajasthan sightseeing proceed to the Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace). Later city tour of Jaipur visiting City Palace – official residence of the present royal family palace covers a large area divided into a series of courtyards, gardens and buildings. A part of this Palace is now turned into a museum housing Armoury, Textiles and Artifacts. City Palace is delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture. Post lunch drive to Deogarh and upon arrival check-in at a luxury hotel. A guided tour of Deogarh fort follows which was built in the 16th century by the world famous Sompura style of architecture. Its five floors and over 200 rooms are richly decorated with paintings and carvings, an art which incidentally also made Deogarh school of paintings world-renowned. Spent your overnight at Deogarh.
DAY-07: DEOGARH to UDAIPUR
Morning drive to Udaipur – the Venice of the east. Today our luxury India tour representatives will take you around the city visiting some of the most popular monuments and palaces including the Jagdish temple, Sahelion-ki-bari and City palace followed by visit to the famous Bharatiya lok kala Mandir.
Dinner & overnight at a royal palace at Udaipur.
DAY-08: UDAIPUR TO LUNI
Morning take a boat ride on the romantic Lake Pichola. View the beautiful lake palace built in the midst of Lake and accessible only by a boat. Later check out from your hotel and drive to Luni and upon arrival check-in at the Fort Chanwa, called the jewel in the jungle of Luni. Built during the reign of Maharaja Jaswant sign II and converted into a luxurious hotel by Maharaja Dalip Singh ji. Offering the best of hospitality and ambience, its artistic value is at par with other famous forts of Rajasthan. Explore the fort and enjoy an intercontinental dinner at the in-house restaurant followed by dinner & overnight stay.
DAY-09: LUNI TO KHIMSAR
Today morning your rajasthan forts and palaces tour drive to Khimsar and transfer to a luxury hotel. Post lunch proceed to a guided city tour which was built by Jain guru Mahaveer about 2500 years ago. Visit to the marvelous Khimsar palace- redefining the word ‘royal’. The scenic palace was build in the 15th century by Prince Karamsi and offers all modern facilities pampering the guests with theme dinners, a great variety of Indian and continental delicacies and well furnished 50 rooms.
In the evening a special arrangement for rajasthani traditional music and dance show will be made followed by dinner and overnight stay.
DAY-10: KHIMSAR TO MANDAWA
After a leisurely breakfast, luxuries drive to Mandawa and upon arrival check-in at a Royal Haveli. Afternoon sightseeing of Mandawa Havelies, founded mainly by the rich merchants who used resided here in the 18th century and later moved on to other places, leaving behind their legacy in the form of scenic Havelis displaying fine frescos and detailed carvings. A guided tour of all famous Havelis including Ladia, Chokhani, Binsidhar and Gulab Rai Haveli followed by visit to the Mandawa Castle. Known for its exquisitely beautiful workmanship, the ancient castle has now been transformed into a luxury hotel. A museum displaying armories, rare artifacts and cannons is also situated inside. Spend overnight at the luxurious Haveli.
DAY-11: MANDAW TO DELHI and DEPARTURE
After a leisurely breakfast, drive to Delhi and upon arrival at Delhi you will be directly transfer to Delhi airport to board the flight for onwards journey. Tour concludes. Your Taj Mahal with Rajasthan Forts and Palaces tours ends.
