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Delhi-Agra-Jaipur-Ranthambore-Kota-Chittaurgarh-Dungarpur-Udaipur-Bombay
( 13 nights / 14 days)
DAY
01 / Arrival Delhi
Arrive Delhi, meet and assist at the airport and transfer
to hotel. Night stay in Delhi.
DAY
02 / Delhi
After a leisurely breakfast proceed for sightseeing
tour of New Delhi where ornate buildings recall the
days when India was the Jewel in the crown of the British
empire. Visit the 11th century Qutab Minar, India
Gate and the grand government buildings, the President’s
House, Mahatama Gandhi Memorial, Also visit Laxmi Narayan
temple popularly known as Birla Temple. Night stay in
Delhi.
DAY
03 / Delhi-Agra
Early morning drive to the city of Taj- Agra ,
Arrive Agra in approx. 4 hours & transfer to
hotel. Afternoon visit the Red fort - the rusty
and majestic red- sandstone fort of Agra stands
on the banks of the river Yamuna and the construction
was started by Emperor Akbar in 1566. At the Diwan-I-Am
(hall of public audience),a colonnaded hall of red-sandstone
with a throne alcoveof inlaid marble at the back,the
Emperor heard public petitions. At the Diwan-I-Khas
(hall of private audience) where marble pavilions
with floral inlays lend an ethereal ambience, the
Emperor sat on his gem-studded peacock Throne and
met foreign ambassadors and rulers of friendly kingdoms.
Later at sunset visit the magnificient Taj Mahal - one
of the seven wonders of the world surely the most
extravagant expression of love ever created. 20,000
men laboured for over 17 years to build this memorial
to Shah Jahan's beloved wife. Evening free to explore
the Agra’s rich heritage of handicrafts in
its markets. Night stay in Agra.
DAY
04 / Agra-Jaipur
After breakfast drive to Jaipur- the fabled “pink
city”of the desert named after Jai Singh,
the former Maharaja of Jaipur. This is the only city
in the world symbolizing the nine divisions of
the universe through the nine rectangular sectors
subdividing it. The palaces and forts of the yesteryears,
which were witnesses to the royal processions and
splendours are now living monuments enroute
visiting Fatehpur Sikri-a perfectly preserved red sandstone
“ghost town” which was the estranged capital
of mughal emperor Akbar, built in 1569 and deserted
when its water supply failed. Arrive Jaipur in late
evening & transfer to hotel. Night stay in Jaipur.
DAY
05 / Jaipur
After a leisurely breakfast, visit the majestic Amber
Fort, is one that cannot be easily described. Ride up
on Elephants to the former capital of the royals set
against the backdrop of the wooded hills. Later visit
the Palace of Winds also known as Hawa mahal, this elaborate
building, now little more than a façade, is encrusted
with delicate screen sand carved balconies from which
the royal ladies, confined to their quarters, could
sneak views of the outside world. Past, present and
future merge at Jai Singh's observatory, where time
has been accurately measured since the 17th century.
Evening enjoy dinner at Chokhi dani (an ethnic village
resort) where you will have an idea of the village life
of Rajasthan here you will also enjoy various traditional
Rajasthani dances, puppet show and various other interesting
activities. Night stay in Jaipur.
DAY
06 / Jaipur
Morning walking tour of some interesting streets
and squares of the Pink City to catch glimpses of the
habitual patterns of its people, which even includes
attending heart-rending prayers at Sri Govind Devji
temple. Optional day tour to Sanganer town (for block
printing factories) or a lunch at Samode Palace. Sunset
view of Jaipur from the imposing Nahargarh fort. Night
stay in Jaipur.
DAY
07 / Jaipur-Ranthambhore
Morning drive to Ranthambhore- famous for the wildlife
sanctuary which is said to have the India’s
friendliest Tigers and also considered to be the best
place in the world to photograph the tiger in its natural
habitat. Arrive Ranthambhore & transfer to hotel.
Afternoon 3 hrs Jungle safari in a Canter (a vehicle
which is open on the top) enjoy the game viewing in
the national park. Night stay in Ranthambhore.
DAY
08 / Ranthambhore-Kota-Bundi
Early morning Jungle safari in National Park, Later
drive to Kota & transfer to hotel . Afternoon Visit
the palace , museum & also visit the fort city Bundi.
Night stay in Kota.
DAY
09 / Kota-Chittaurgarh
After breakfast picturesque drive towards Chittaurgarh
visiting ancient carved temples of Menal on the way.
The route covers glimpses of unspoiled tribal life.
Visit the Chittaur fort - the symbol of Rajput chivalry,
pride and honor. Night stay in Chittaurgarh.
DAY
10 / Chittaurgarh-Dungarpur
Morning drive to Dungarpur & transfer to the palace
still inhabited by the royal family- a rare opportunity
to be entertained by the royal family and closely see
the princely lifestyle. Day free for leisure. Night
stay in Dungarpur.
DAY
11 / Dungarpur
Visit the stunning interiors of Juna Mahal palace. Walk
around the town in free time. The place has largest
concentration of Bhil tribal population in Rajasthan.
Night stay in Dungarpur.
DAY
12 / Dungarpur-Udaipur
Morning drive towards Udaipur and visit Molela village
for its fine terracotta craft before finally checking
in. Later sightseeing tour of Udaipur covering
City Palace and Saheliyon ki Bari. Evening free to explore
the interesting labyrinths around Jagdish temple on
your own. Night stay in Udaipur.
DAY
13 / Udaipur
Day free to relax in the hotel or excursion to
Ranakpur Jain temples or Eklingji / Nagda. Boat ride
sightseeing of Lake Pichhola at sunset. Night stay in
Udaipur.
DAY
14 / Udaipur-Bombay
Morning transfer to board the flight for Bombay. Arrive
Bombay & transfer to hotel. Later half day tour
of Bombay . Late evening transfer to airport for onward
journey.
Cost
Per Person |
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16
Apr 08 - 31 Aug 08 |
01 Sep 08 - 15 Apr
09 |
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Twin |
Single |
Twin |
Single |
| Luxury
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NA |
NA |
USD 4720 |
USD 9074 |
| Royal
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NA |
NA |
USD 2755 |
USD 5300 |
| Classic
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NA |
NA |
USD 1994 |
USD 3778 |
| Economy
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NA |
NA |
USD 1548 |
USD
2885 |
There
will be a supplement charge during Christmas Eve and New year Eve. |
Cost includes:
» 13 nights accomodation as per the itinerary with breakfast.
» All Meals in Ranthambhore Except Luxury Category which is with breakfast only.
» Surface travel by exclusive airconditioned car.
» All transfers , sightseeing , excursions as per the itinerary.
» Local English speaking guides.
» Elephant ride in Jaipur (subject to availability) & Jungle safari by Canter in Tiger park.
» Boat ride in Udaipur.
» All taxes, driver allowances, parking etc.
Cost does not include:
» Entrance fee to monuments.
» Any airfare.
» Tips, beverages, laundry etc.
» Any item not shown in cost Includes.
Hotels Selected - Luxury 5* Deluxe
Delhi : The Oberoi / Imperial
Agra : Amar Vilas
Jaipur : RajVilas
Ranthambhore : VanyaVilas
Bundi : Hadoti Palace
Chittaurgarh : Bijaipur Castle
Dungarpur : Udai Bilas Palace
Udaipur : Udaivilas
Hotels Selected - Royal 5*
Delhi : The Metropolitan / The Grand Intercontinental / Shangri - La
Agra : Jay Pee Palace / Taj View / Trident
Jaipur : Hotel Trident / Le Meridien
Ranthambore : Nahargarh Fort / Devvilas
Bundi : Hadoti Palace
Chittaurgarh : Bijaipur Castle
Dungarpur : Udai Bilas Palace
Udaipur : Shiv Niwas / Trident / Grand Laxmi Vilas Palace
Hotels Selected - Classic 4*
Delhi : The Connaught / Hotel City Park
Agra : Yamuna View / Clarks Shiraz / Howard Park
Jaipur : Hotel Jaipur Palace / Wall Street / Hotel Clarks Amer
Ranthambhore : Ranthambhore Bagh / The Pugmark
Bundi : Hadoti Palace
Chittaurgarh : Bijaipur Castle
Dungarpur : Udai Bilas Palace
Udaipur : Uday Kothi / Shikarbadi / Swaroop Vilas
Hotels Selected - Economy 3*/ Budget
Delhi : Hotel Apra Inn / Ashoka International/ Hotel Perfect
Agra : Royale Residency / Pushp Villa
Jaipur : Maurya Palace / Vijay Niwas
Ranthambhore : Ranthambhore Bagh / The Pugmark
Bundi : Ummaid Bagh Resort
Chittaurgarh : Pratap Palace
Dungarpur : Udai Bilas Palace
Udaipur : Vishnu Priya / Sarovar
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