This is where cities with splendid palaces and royal mansions evoke their princely past, where forts dominate the barren surrounds, where riotous colours tease your senses, where traditions live on ….this is indeed the most popular destination for visitors to India, Rajasthan or the Land of Kings. We show you the known sights, and take you to remote regions to immerse in the spirit that defines the State, its natural warmth and hospitality, and a strong sense of pride. We also spend time seeking the tiger, the king of the forest, and see the most beautiful building ever built, a king's tribute to his departed love, the Taj Mahal. We stay in places that help us take in the spirit of the land, else we use comfortable hotels with first class facilities and tried and tested service.
Days 1 & 2 - Delhi
Arrive into Delhi, transfer to the colonial Maidens Hotel (or the modern luxuriant Grand Hotel); we visit Lutuen's New Delhi with its tree-lined boulevards and its World Heritage sites - Humayun's Tomb and Qutub Minar. We take a rickshaw ride in the bazaars of Chandni Chowk, see the largest mosque in India, the Jama Masjid and visit Sheesh Gunj Gurudwara.
A welcome dinner in traditional setting has been arranged.
Days 3 & 4 - Agra
A four-hour drive to Agra; we stay two nights with a local family (or at the plush ITC Mughal); we see the Taj Mahal at sunrise as well as sunset, visit the Agra Fort where Shah Jehan, the builder of Taj Mahal, was imprisoned by his son, and see the tomb of Itamud-ud-daula, father of the powerful queen, Noor Jehan.
A visit to the theatre is included, to enjoy a dance-drama narrating the story of the Taj.
Day 5 - Ranthambore
A short drive to Bharatpur, we ride a rickshaw into the world heritage bird sanctuary, and drive on to Ranthambore for overnight stay at the comfortable Ranthambore Kothi, a forest lodge.
Day 6 - Bundi
Take a jungle safari early in the morning to spot the elusive tiger and other wildlife. Later drive to Bundi for overnight stay at Bundi Vilas; visit the Taragarh Fort and Raniji ki Baoli.
Days 7 & 8 - Udaipur
Drive to Udaipur visiting Chittaurgarh Fort on the way; stay two nights at Fateh Niwas; visit the City Palace complex, see the Crystal Gallery, walk through the narrow bazaars.
A boat ride on Lake Pichola has been arranged.
Day 9 - Sardargarh
Drive to Sardargarh visiting Ranakpur Jain Temple and Kumbhalgarh. Stay the night inside the imposing fort, overlooking a vast lake.
Days 10 & 11 - Chandelao Garh
Enjoy a morning train ride through the Aravali Hills. Later drive to Jodhpur to see the Meherangarh Fort; drive on to Chandelao Garh for two nights. Enjoy a full day of village experience.
Days 12, 13 & 14 - Jaipur
Drive to Jaipur for three nights at Khas Bagh or the Royal Heritage Haveli; visit Jaipur sights, including Amber Fort, possibly on elephant back, and the city sights; free time.
A cooking session with a local family has been arranged, followed by dinner with them.
Day 15 - Delhi
Return to Delhi for a short stay at an airport hotel, before flying out.
Jaisalmer
Lake Palace, Udaipur
Jaipur
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