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India, the land of colours
India is all about colors, smells, sounds and sights. It is a veritable kaleidoscope for the senses. As one of the world's great civilizations, ranking up there with China & Egypt, India is an absolute must for anyone serious about understanding the world and who considers himself well-traveled.
We have arranged, what we believe, is the Essential India for both the first-time traveler and the repeater to India. - Yes, India is a destination you may very well want to see more than once. - From cosmopolitan Delhi, we will travel to the great cities of Rajasthan - "Land of the Kings" -- to witness amazing lakes, palaces, rugged forts, turbaned-men and women in colorful costumes as well as bustling towns and quiet villages.
In Agra, we will pay hommage to the world's most beautiful building, the Taj Mahal, built as an expression of love that is today a symbol for all mankind.
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Day 1 - ARRIVE DELHI
1000 hrs : Arrive Delhi by Virgin or BA from London.
Transfer to Hotel.
A/noon : City Tour of Old Delhi, visiting a part of city created 300 year ago by Mughal Kings.
Overnight at hotel. |
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Day 2 - DELHI / AGRA
Drive by road to Agra ( 205 Kms )
Arrive Agra & check into hotel.
A/noon: Visit the Red Fort and Taj Mahal in Agra.
Overnight at Hotel. |
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Day 3 - AGRA / FATEHPUR SIKRI / JAIPUR
After breakfast drive to Fatehpur Sikri (45 kms) & visit this now deserted city but which during its brief span exceeded London in both grandeur & population.
Thereafter continue driving to Jaipur (220 Kms).
Overnight at Hotel.
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Day 4 - JAIPUR
After breakfast depart for Amber Fort (12 kms) - Visit the imposing fort on the outskirts of the Pink City. Ascend the Fortress Palace & visit the exquisite palaces, the hall of mirrors & the majestic ramparts of this ancient capital of the Rajput Empire.
A/noon: Tour of Pink City visit the imposing City Palace now a museum, the ancient Observatory, Palace of Winds & the picturesque bazaars of the walled city.
Overnight at Hotel |
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Day 5 - JAIPUR / PUSHKAR
Drive to Pushkar – the mellow, quite and interesting little town of Pushkar is one of those travellers’ centres where people go for a little respite from the hardships of life on the Indian road it is situated right on the edge of the desert.
Overnight at Hotel.
Please note that hotels are of standard category and luxury option is not available here. |
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Day 6 - PUSHKAR / KHIMSAR
Drive to Khimsar. (5 hrs )
The beautiful hamlet of Khimsar perched on the edge of the Thar desert has a castle, which dates back to the 15th century. The history says that here Aurangzeb is reported to have stayed when he ordered his armies to invade Jodhpur.
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Day 7 - KHIMSAR / JAISALMER
Drive to Jaisalmer.
Jaisalmer - is a tiny jewel in the heart of the Thar Desert - once the
capital of the Rajputs. Jaisalmer started as an important caravan center and
remnants of caravan-sarai still exist.
Arrive and Overnight at hotel.
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Day 8 - JAISALMER
Tour of Jaisalmer - visit this perfect Rajput walled desert city which is like a golden jewel shimmering above the hard sand. Built in 1156 by Rawal Jaisal, the Jaisalmer Fort is the second oldest fort of Rajasthan after Chittor. One fourth of the population lives inside the Fort.
Visit the palaces, the Jain temples and magnificent Havelis which are quite different to the Shekhavati Havelis - they are very tall to catch the breeze and thick - walled to keep cool, with jali screens. Instead of paintings, their exterior walls have been carved to honeycomb delicacy.
Overnight at Hotel. |
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Day 9 - JAISALMER / JODHPUR
Drive to Jodhpur - Gateway to the Thar desert.
Arrive Jodhpur and check in at hotel.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Jodhpur including The Mehrangarh Fort situated at an altitude of about 125 metres is spread over an area of 5 sq. km and has seven gates. The Jaswant Thada is a white marble memorial built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant II in 1899.
The Umaid Bhawan is a majestic building that presently functions as a hotel and museum. The Mandore Gardens, situated about 8 km from Jodhpur, has cenotaphs of the Jodhpur rulers. The Government Museum and Zoo are located in the pleasant Umaid Gardens.
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Day 10 - JODHPUR / SARDARGARH
Drive to Sardargarh.
One of the magnificent forts of Rajasthan, is an extravagant creation by men of a bygone era, placed amidst the mountains and deep forests of Chuppun. Sardar Singh, one of the most powerful Dhodhias, built the Sardargarh Fort during 1738 to 1743. You can see the ramparts of the mystery filled Sardargarh, like a great ship anchored at outer sea, much before you get close to the gigantic walls soaring high above the low lying village of Lawa.
Overnight at Hotel. |
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Day 11 - SARDAR GARH
Day free to enjoy a Palace stay. |
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Day 12 - SARDARGARH / UDAIPUR
Morning drive to Udaipur.
Arrive and check–in at hotel.
Afternoon free to take a walking tour on your own through the narrow lanes and back streets of Udaipur upto the Washing Ghats at the lake Pichola.
Overnight at Hotel. |
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Day 13 - UDAIPUR
Morning sightseeing tour of Udaipur visiting The City Palace and Museum is considered as the largest palace complex in Rajasthan. Pratap Memorial has the bronze statue of Maharana Pratap, the legendary warrior king of Udaipur.
Jagdish Temple which was built in 1651 AD. Saheliyon Ki Bari is a small ornamental garden.
Afternoon free for independent activities.
Overnight at Hotel. |
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Day 14 - UDAIPUR / DELHI
Morning free at lesiure.
Afternoon flight to Delhi.
Arrive Delhi & time free.
Late evening transfer to International airport. |
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Day 15 - DELHI / LONDON
Fly back to London. |
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Hotel Options
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| Cities |
Superior |
Standard |
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| Agra |
Oberoi Amar Vilas Hotel |
Oberoi Trident-Hilton Hotel
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| Jaipur |
Oberoi Raj Vilas |
Raj Palace Hotel ( Charme)
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| Pushkar |
Pushkar Palace |
Pushkar Resorts
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| Khimsar |
Khimsar Fort ( Charme ) |
Khimsar Dunes Village ( Desert Cottages )
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| Jaisalmer |
Fort Rajwada Hotel ( 4 * Hotel) |
Himmatgarh Hotel
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| Jodhpur |
Umaid Bhawan Palace |
Ratan Vilas Hotel
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| Sardar Garh |
Sardar Garh Fort ( Charme ) |
Sardar Garh Fort ( Charme )
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| Udaipur |
Oberoi Uday Vilas |
Kankarwa Haveli ( Charme )
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| Delhi |
Radisson Hotel |
Sahara Hotel
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PACKAGE INCLUDES
- Accommodation in all the hotels on single/twin/triple sharing basis,
as per the list above.
- Breakfast on all days.
- All prevailing taxes like Luxury tax in all hotels and Expenditure tax
wherever applicable.
- All transfers to or from hotels, city tours, excursions, drives by an
air-conditioned transport.
- Services of an English speaking local guide.
- Inter state road tax, toll tax, driver’s allowance, parking etc.
- Train fare as per the itinerary.
PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Any lunch, dinner, snacks, mineral water etc. unless mentioned in the
itinerary.
- Entrance fee to any monuments or camera fee.
- Any airfare or airport tax
- Tips, gratuities.
- Portage, laundry, telephone calls, table drinks or any other expenses
of personal nature.
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