Arrival at New Delhi International Airport and meet with our representatives who, after a traditional Indian welcome, will transfer you to a pre-booked hotel. Later in the day, a formal tour briefing followed by drive to India Gate- the war memorial proudly standing at the heart of the city. At its base, a flame burns eternally as a tribute to the brave soldiers. Later, visit to Akshardham-World’s largest Hindu temple where we will witness the attractive Sound & light show. Later, drive back to the hotel for dinner & overnight stay.
Full-day sightseeing tour of the city divided in two parts- the first half for exploring the charm of Old Delhi and the second half visiting rest of the modern and historical monuments.
Start from the 16th century monument Red Fort
which was built by Shahjahan when this part of the city used to be his ‘Shahjahanabad’ or Mughal capital. Witness the ancient articles and rare articles on display at the museum inside the fort and shop for popular handicrafts from the small bazaars located inside. Follow it up with a visit to Jama Masjid, which took over 5000 men and 13 years to complete and which now serves as the sacred pilgrimage shrine for both Hindus & Muslims.
Lunch will be at the famous ‘Paranteh-wali-gali at Chandni chowk serving the best of spicy foods to wrap up the Old Delhi tour. The second half of your tour includes visits to Humayun’s Tomb, Qutab Minar, Rajghat and Lotus temple. Overnight in Delhi.
Morning board flight to Agra and upon arrival transfer to a luxury hotel. Later in the day, 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 Red Fort- our next destination from where he stared longingly at the Taj during his last days.
Visit the Jama Masjid of Agra regarded as Asia’s largest mosque followed by dinner and overnight stay at Agra.
Morning drive to Jaipur en-route visiting Fatehpur sikri. This deserted place used to serve as the capital of Mughal sultanate in their heydays until it was abandoned mainly due to lack of water.
Jaipur: Also known as ‘Pink City’ and the capital of Rajasthan, it is one of the most culturally rich cities in India. Morning proceed to the City Palace displaying a pleasant blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Visit the museum inside the palace exhibiting various rare and unique Rajasthani and Royal articles followed by drive to the unique ‘Hawa Mahal’ and the Jantar Mantar- the 17th century astronomical instruments which is remarkably accurate and still used by students of astronomy for their research and local farmers to predict the weather patters.
After a leisurely breakfast, proceed for a short excursion trip to Amber Fort which used to serve as the capital of Kachwaha Rajputs for over 700 years! The magnificent architecture displays a dominant use of Rajput architecture but the Mughal styles prevalent in those days is also visible in the methodical way of plastering the wall by mosaics- a purely Mughal style apparent in most famous Mughal architecture.
Take a joyful elephant ride before returning to the hotel for overnight stay.
Morning drive to Pushkar (135 Km - 03 Hrs) and upon arrival transfer to a luxurious camp located at Thar Marwari. Feel the nostalgia of the bygone age staying at a camp full of all modern facilities. Post lunch, a casual horse ride to get familiarized with your horse followed by sightseeing of the town.
Pushkar: One of the sacred Hindu pilgrimage destinations, Pushkar is a town brimming with colorful people and religious atmosphere. Settled around the holy Pushkar Lake, it is surrounded by more than 500 temples and a dip in the lakes holy waters is believed to wash away one’s sins. Visit the only temple in the world dedicated to Lord Brahma- the creator of the world followed by visit to the cattle fair ground- the site which holds the annual Pushkar cattle fair during October-November which is also one of the largest and most popular cattle fare in the country.
Dinner & overnight at the luxury campsite.
Ride your horse to Maghri Village passing through sand dunes and farm lands and upon arrival stay at a luxurious camp. Later, ride to the local village to observe the nomadic lifestyles of the people.
Spend your night in tented accommodation.
After breakfast, continue riding towards Kishangarh, once ruled by the valiant Rathores. Upon arrival transfer to the Campsite. Later, ride through the sleepy town exploring it and witnessing the famous Bani Thani style of paintings.
Overnight in tented accommodation.
The caravan of marwari horse riders will move towards Rehlana, stopping on the way for lunch and upon arrival transfer to a luxurious camp. Post lunch, horse safari around the tiny village where passing through farm lands you may come across the desert fox apart from Blue Bulls –the largest antelope in the world. Overnight stay at the camp.
Morning proceed on the ride to Pachewar - the town shaped by its royalty of bygone age. Ride to the 300 year old fort now converted into a luxurious hotel. After some bird-watching and fishing in the fort, a guided visit to the ancient temples, royal cenotaphs and villages of Pachewar. Evening ride back to the campsite for dinner and overnight stay.
Early morning ride to another sleepy yet colorful village of Meru and arrival by lunch at campsite. Enjoy a traditional song and dance performance at the campsite. Spend the night in tented accommodation.
After a leisurely breakfast, ride to Junia and upon arrival check-in at Amar Bagh, a luxury hotel offering 38 elegant rooms displaying the royalties of ancient ‘Mahal’s. The richly decorated palace adds to the royal abmience of the town. After a short ride to the quite town, return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Morning continue ride to Raj Mahal and upon arrival check-into Raj Mahal Palace Hotel. One of the grandeur hotels of Rajasthan, it was built in 1798 as a heritage property on the banks of river Banas. Rest of the day free for leisure- just explore the picturesque palace or ride around the village.
Evening bird watching tour on the lakeside followed by nature walk.
Overnight stay at Raj Mahal Garh.
Morning ride to Nagar on the way passing through scenic sand dunes with occasional sighting of Oasis. Upon arrival accommodation and lunch at the royal campsite.
Proceed for the morning ride to Sawai Madhopur,Ranthambhore stopping on the way for lunch.
Ranthambhore: Counted amongst countries most popular wildlife reserves, it attracts more than 80,000 visitors every year. One of the earliest sanctuary and now a part of Project Tiger, the park apart from a large variety of flora & fauna, is famous of its population of Tigers.
Arrival at a luxurious forest resort for dinner & overnight stay.
Morning and evening safari to Ranthambhore accompanied by a naturalist to observe its flora and fauna from close quarters. Proceed on the popular Tiger tracking along with sightings of other wildlife attractions. Overnight at the jungle resort.
Morning game drive into the park and return to the lodge for breakfast. At noon time transfer to Sawai Madhopur railway station for rail to Delhi and upon arrival, our representatives will transfer you to the designated hotel for overnight stay.
In time transfer to the International Airport and board flight to your onward/return journey.
