North India
North India is a loosely defined region consisting of the northern part of India. The dominant geographical features of North India are the Indus-Gangetic Plain and the Himalayas, which demarcate the region from the Tibetan Plateau and Central Asia.
North India - Golden Triangle (5 Nights / 6 Days)
Day 1 :
AM Arrive Delhi. Met and transferred to Hotel.
PM At leisure.
Overnight Delhi.
AM Arrive Delhi. Met and transferred to Hotel.
PM At leisure.
Overnight Delhi.
Day 2 :
Full day sightseeing of Old & New Delhi covering India Gate, photostop at Presidential Palace & Parliament House, visit Lotus Temple, Qutab Minar Jama Masjid, Red Fort and Raj Ghat.
Overnight Delhi.
Full day sightseeing of Old & New Delhi covering India Gate, photostop at Presidential Palace & Parliament House, visit Lotus Temple, Qutab Minar Jama Masjid, Red Fort and Raj Ghat.
Overnight Delhi.
Day 3 :
AM Drive to Agra (205 Kms / 4 hrs.). On arrival check into Hotel.
PM Visit Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Idmad-ud-daulah.
The Taj Mahal - Built by Emperor Shah Jehan in memory of his beloved Queen Mumtaz Mahal, this beautiful mausoleum in pure white marble is an architectural marvel.
Agra Fort - Built by Emperor Akbar, the maze of courtyards, mosques and private chambers of the fort echo the story of the Mughal Empire. The Moti Masjid and other magnificent buildings reflect the skill of the ancient Indian architects and artists.
Idmad-Ud-daulah - One of the most beautiful of Mughal tombs, stands across the river Yamuna from the Taj Mahal, nearly one and half kilometers up-stream. Belonging to the age of Jahangir, it contains cenotaphs of Mirza Ghiyas and Asmat Begum, parents of the powerful Mughal Empress Nurjahan queen of Jahangir
Overnight Agra
AM Drive to Agra (205 Kms / 4 hrs.). On arrival check into Hotel.
PM Visit Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Idmad-ud-daulah.
The Taj Mahal - Built by Emperor Shah Jehan in memory of his beloved Queen Mumtaz Mahal, this beautiful mausoleum in pure white marble is an architectural marvel.
Agra Fort - Built by Emperor Akbar, the maze of courtyards, mosques and private chambers of the fort echo the story of the Mughal Empire. The Moti Masjid and other magnificent buildings reflect the skill of the ancient Indian architects and artists.
Idmad-Ud-daulah - One of the most beautiful of Mughal tombs, stands across the river Yamuna from the Taj Mahal, nearly one and half kilometers up-stream. Belonging to the age of Jahangir, it contains cenotaphs of Mirza Ghiyas and Asmat Begum, parents of the powerful Mughal Empress Nurjahan queen of Jahangir
Overnight Agra
Day 4 :
AM Drive to Jaipur (232 kms / 5 - 6 hrs drive) enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri Emperor Akber's deserted city and Bharathpur Bird Santuary. On arrival check into hotel.
Fatehpur Sikri - Fatehpur Sikri - Sitated 40 Kms. from Agra, this deserted city of Emperor Akbar literally means 'The City of Victory'. The audience halls, palaces and mosques are still perfectly preserved as the tomb of Sheikh Salim Chisti, Panchmahal and the Buland Darwaza
Overnight Jaipur
AM Drive to Jaipur (232 kms / 5 - 6 hrs drive) enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri Emperor Akber's deserted city and Bharathpur Bird Santuary. On arrival check into hotel.
Fatehpur Sikri - Fatehpur Sikri - Sitated 40 Kms. from Agra, this deserted city of Emperor Akbar literally means 'The City of Victory'. The audience halls, palaces and mosques are still perfectly preserved as the tomb of Sheikh Salim Chisti, Panchmahal and the Buland Darwaza
Overnight Jaipur
Day 5 :
AM City tour visiting The City Palace which now houses a museum containing rare manuscripts, paintings and an armory, the Observatory with a sundial 90 ft high, the Museum amidst the Ram Niwas Palace Gardens founded in 1876 with a large collection of antiques, the Palace of Winds a landmark of Jaipur made of pink sand stone and of unique design.
Afternoon Excursion to Amber Fort. 10 kms from Jaipur lies Amber with an old palace overlooking the lake at the entrance to a rocky mountain grove. Built in the 17th century, the palace is a distinguished specimen of Rajput architecture. The Jai Mandir (Hall of Victory) is so delicately ornamented with fine inlay work that it glows.
Overnight Jaipur
AM City tour visiting The City Palace which now houses a museum containing rare manuscripts, paintings and an armory, the Observatory with a sundial 90 ft high, the Museum amidst the Ram Niwas Palace Gardens founded in 1876 with a large collection of antiques, the Palace of Winds a landmark of Jaipur made of pink sand stone and of unique design.
Afternoon Excursion to Amber Fort. 10 kms from Jaipur lies Amber with an old palace overlooking the lake at the entrance to a rocky mountain grove. Built in the 17th century, the palace is a distinguished specimen of Rajput architecture. The Jai Mandir (Hall of Victory) is so delicately ornamented with fine inlay work that it glows.
Overnight Jaipur
Day 6 :
Departure transfer Jaipur or Delhi Airport (258 kms / 5 hrs drive) to connect flight to onward destination.
Departure transfer Jaipur or Delhi Airport (258 kms / 5 hrs drive) to connect flight to onward destination.
Royal Rajasthan Tour (9 Nights / 10 Days)
Day 1 : AM Arrive Delhi. Met and transferred to Mandawa (250 kms - 5-6 hours). On arrival check into hotel.
Mandawa is world famous for its heritage Havelies and colourful fresco art. Thousands of tourist come here to see The open art gallery of Rajasthan & lovely Havlies
The fort of Mandawa was founded in the 18th century. Thakur Nawal Singh, son of Shardul Singh, founded the fort in Vikram Samvat 1812 (1755 AD). The fort dominates the town with a painted arched gateway adorned with Lord Krishna and his cows. Built as per a medieval theme, the castle of Mandawa is adorned with beautiful frescoes. The rooms of this palace are decorated with Lord Krishna paintings, exquisite carvings and amazing mirror work. The Durbar Hall of the palace houses a number of antiques and paintings.
PM Visit Havelis
Overnight Mandawa.
Day 2 :
AM Drive to Jaipur (190 Kms. / 4 hrs) enroute visiting Samode Palace (A magnificent Fort Palace of 16th Century still reflect the charm of Royal life-style feudal of Samode) in Samode Village On arrival check into hotel.
Overnight Jaipur
AM Drive to Jaipur (190 Kms. / 4 hrs) enroute visiting Samode Palace (A magnificent Fort Palace of 16th Century still reflect the charm of Royal life-style feudal of Samode) in Samode Village On arrival check into hotel.
Overnight Jaipur
Day 3 :
AM Visit Amber Fort including Elephant Ride.
10 kms from Jaipur lies Amber with an old palace overlooking the lake at the entrance to a rocky mountain grove. Built in the 17th century, the palace is a distinguished specimen of Rajput architecture. The Jai Mandir (Hall of Victory) is so delicately ornamented with fine inlay work that it glows.
Afternoon city tour visiting The City Palace which now houses a museum containing rare manuscripts, paintings and an armory, the Observatory with a sundial 90 ft high, the Museum amidst the Ram Niwas Palace Gardens founded in 1876 with a large collection of antiques, the Palace of Winds a landmark of Jaipur made of pink sand stone and of unique design.
Overnight Jaipur.
AM Visit Amber Fort including Elephant Ride.
10 kms from Jaipur lies Amber with an old palace overlooking the lake at the entrance to a rocky mountain grove. Built in the 17th century, the palace is a distinguished specimen of Rajput architecture. The Jai Mandir (Hall of Victory) is so delicately ornamented with fine inlay work that it glows.
Afternoon city tour visiting The City Palace which now houses a museum containing rare manuscripts, paintings and an armory, the Observatory with a sundial 90 ft high, the Museum amidst the Ram Niwas Palace Gardens founded in 1876 with a large collection of antiques, the Palace of Winds a landmark of Jaipur made of pink sand stone and of unique design.
Overnight Jaipur.
Day 4 :
AM Drive to Bikaner (340 Kms. / 7 hrs.) On arrival check into Hotel
Bikaner : This desert town in the north of the state was founded on 1488 by Rao bika, a descendant of Jodha, the founder of Jodhpur. Bikaner has a superb fort.
PM Visit Junagarh Fort & Local Bazar.
Junagarh Fort : Built in 1593 A.D. by Raja Rai Singh, one of the most distinguished generals in the army of Emperor Akbar, the fort is a formidable structure encircled by a moat. The main entrance to the fort is Karan Pol [gate], that is east facing. Next to it is the Suraj Pol meaning the sun gate. The fort situates in it some very magnificent palaces like Anup Mahal, Ganga Niwas and Rang Mahal or palace of pleasure. The Har Mandir is the majestic chapel for the royal family for worshipping their gods and goddesses. These palaces, constructed in red sandstone and marble, make a picturesque ensemble of courtyards, balconies, kiosks and windows dotted all over the structure. The premises also houses a museum which is an array of a rich collection.
Overnight hotel.
AM Drive to Bikaner (340 Kms. / 7 hrs.) On arrival check into Hotel
Bikaner : This desert town in the north of the state was founded on 1488 by Rao bika, a descendant of Jodha, the founder of Jodhpur. Bikaner has a superb fort.
PM Visit Junagarh Fort & Local Bazar.
Junagarh Fort : Built in 1593 A.D. by Raja Rai Singh, one of the most distinguished generals in the army of Emperor Akbar, the fort is a formidable structure encircled by a moat. The main entrance to the fort is Karan Pol [gate], that is east facing. Next to it is the Suraj Pol meaning the sun gate. The fort situates in it some very magnificent palaces like Anup Mahal, Ganga Niwas and Rang Mahal or palace of pleasure. The Har Mandir is the majestic chapel for the royal family for worshipping their gods and goddesses. These palaces, constructed in red sandstone and marble, make a picturesque ensemble of courtyards, balconies, kiosks and windows dotted all over the structure. The premises also houses a museum which is an array of a rich collection.
Overnight hotel.
Day 5 :
AM Drive to Jaisalmer ( 335 Kms. / 7 hrs.). On arrival in check into hotel.
PM at leisure.
Overnight Jaisalmer.
AM Drive to Jaisalmer ( 335 Kms. / 7 hrs.). On arrival in check into hotel.
PM at leisure.
Overnight Jaisalmer.
Day 6 :
Sightseeing of Jaisalmer covering Patwon-Ki-Havelies, Jaisalmer Fort, and the Jain temple.
Evening : Camel ride on sand dunes on sunset.
Overnight hotel.
Sightseeing of Jaisalmer covering Patwon-Ki-Havelies, Jaisalmer Fort, and the Jain temple.
Evening : Camel ride on sand dunes on sunset.
Overnight hotel.
Day 7 :
AM Drive to Jodhpur ( 285 kms. / 5 hrs. drive). On arrival check into hotel.
PM : Sightseeing of Jodhpur covering Mehrangarh Fort & Museum, Jaswant Thada.
Overnight hotel.
AM Drive to Jodhpur ( 285 kms. / 5 hrs. drive). On arrival check into hotel.
PM : Sightseeing of Jodhpur covering Mehrangarh Fort & Museum, Jaswant Thada.
Overnight hotel.
Day 8 :
AM Drive to Udaipur (260 Kms. / 5 hrs.) enroute visiting The Ranakpur Jain Temple built during the reign of the liberal and gifted Rajput monarch Rana Kumbha in the 15th century. On arrival in Udaipur check into Shikarbadi (Superior) or Rampratap Palace (Standard) or similar hotels.
Overnight hotel.
AM Drive to Udaipur (260 Kms. / 5 hrs.) enroute visiting The Ranakpur Jain Temple built during the reign of the liberal and gifted Rajput monarch Rana Kumbha in the 15th century. On arrival in Udaipur check into Shikarbadi (Superior) or Rampratap Palace (Standard) or similar hotels.
Overnight hotel.
Day 9 :
Morning after breakfast visit the Sahelion Ki Bari, a drive around Fateh Sagar Lake, City Palace, Jagdish Temple and Gulab Niwas Garden.
Afternoon at leisure.
Evening boat tour on Lake Pichola visiting the Jag Niwas Palace by motor launch. The palace, built of granite and marble, covers four acres and is built almost in the middle of the lake. Visit the Borra Mahal, Khas Mahal and the courts, gardens and fountains. Also visit Jag Mandir Palace.
Overnight at hotel.
Morning after breakfast visit the Sahelion Ki Bari, a drive around Fateh Sagar Lake, City Palace, Jagdish Temple and Gulab Niwas Garden.
Afternoon at leisure.
Evening boat tour on Lake Pichola visiting the Jag Niwas Palace by motor launch. The palace, built of granite and marble, covers four acres and is built almost in the middle of the lake. Visit the Borra Mahal, Khas Mahal and the courts, gardens and fountains. Also visit Jag Mandir Palace.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 :
AM Departure transfer to Udaipur Airport.
AM Departure transfer to Udaipur Airport.
End of Tour
