Lengendary Rajputs

Day 1: Delhi

Arrive in Delhi and transfer to hotel your hotel, day at leisure. Overnight in Delhi. (Meals: No Meals)

Day 02: Delhi

Explore the historic city of Old Delhi including the magnificent Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, Rajghat and a rickshaw ride through the silver street in Chandani Chowk. Afternoon visit to New Delhi, Humayun`s Tomb, Bhai Temple, Qutab Minar, India gate and government buildings. Overnight in Delhi (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 03: Delhi – Agra (205 kms)

This morning set off to visit the majestic Taj Mahal built by Emperor Shah Jahan in 1648 in memory of his Queen Mumtaj Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. This architectural marvel is a masterpiece fashioned from white marble and India’s most grandiose and world renowned monument (Closed on Friday). Visit also includes the magnificent Agra Fort, marble cutting centre and bazaar. Overnight in Agra (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 04: Agra – Bharatpur – Ranthambore

After breakfast we set off to the fascinating former Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri – Emperor Akbar’s vision in red sandstone. Early afternoon board the train Kota Jan Shatabdi Express (air-conditioned chair car) to Sawai Madhopur station and onward transfer to Ranthambore National Park. Rest of day remains at leisure. Overnight in Rathambore NP (Meals: Breakfast & Dinner)

Day 05: Ranthambore National Park

Ranthambore National Park is one of the prime examples of Project Tiger’s conservation efforts in Rajasthan. Sprawling across an area of some 1334 sq. kms, Ranthambore is scenically beautiful. Set amidst a landscape of hills, lakes and rivers, the park boasts an impressive 10th century fort. The park terrain fluctuates between impregnable forests and open bush land. The entire forest is peppered with ruined pavilions and small domed, Mughal kiosks known as chhatris. In addition to the Bengal tiger, Ranthambore is home to wild boar, nilgai, sambar deer and a variety of birds. Tiger spottings are more common in the morning or late afternoon, especially if hunting or tending to their young. Venture on morning and afternoon game drives in shared jeeps or Canters. Overnight in Ranthambore NP (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 06: Ranthambore – Jaipur

Ranthambore – Jaipur. Indulge with a final game drive this morning before our afternoon transfer to UNESCO-listed Jaipur. Jaipur is affectionately known as the ‘Pink City’ as Maharaja Ram Singh had all of the Old City painted a welcoming pink in 1876 to herald a visit by the Prince of Wales (later King Edward VII), it is also the bustling capital of the state of Rajasthan. Overnight in Jaipur (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 07: Jaipur

This morning, travel beyond Jaipur to the 16th century Amber Fort. a jeep transports us to the lofty fort, where we’ll enjoy a tour of this Rajput extravaganza. Later in the afternoon we tour the City Palace, which boasts an interesting museum of regal attire and Jantar Mantar, an ancient astronomical observatory. The 18th century observatory is the largest and best preserved of five observatories built by the astronomer prince, Jai Singh II. He had the huge stone structures built to measure time, chart the declination of celestial bodies and predict eclipses. The observatory complex is remarkably fascinating.

Jaipur is additionally renowned for its wonderful silks, saris and intricate beading. This evening there is time to shop in the colourful local markets or visit a tailor. Good quality tailors are very capable of whipping up European-style clothing and other garments meeting your specification, at a fraction of prices charged for tailoring in the West. Also, most will often deliver your freshly sewn garments to your door. Overnight in Jaipur (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 08 & 09: Jaipur – Udaipur

Today, we take a mid-morning flight south to Udaipur, which was founded in 1568 by Maharana Udai Singh II. An oasis of cool, with its massive and Venetian-like appearance, Udaipur is one of the most romantic towns in Rajasthan. A favourite amongst the wealthy and the elite, Udaipur is full of palaces and temples. Spend the afternoon at leisure enjoying our wonderful hotel facilities. On Day 9, you’ll enjoy a cruise on Lake Pichola, plus touring of the imposing City Palace, a vision in soft yellow stone on the northeast promontory with breathtaking views of the lake. The City Palace is the largest palace complex in Rajasthan. And there is free time to explore the palace or perhaps shop for colourful Rajasthani arts and crafts and Indian spices. Overnight in Udaipur (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 10: Udaipur – Delhi

 Departure transfer to the airport for our morning flight back to Delhi. The afternoon is free for you to further explore this vibrant city or simply relax by the hotel pool. Overnight in Delhi (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 10: Jaisalmer – Jodhpur (285 kms)

Today set off to Jodhpur, gateway to Thar desert, famous for its magnificent forts, stately palaces and grand buildings. Rest of the day is left free. Overnight in Jodhpur (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 11: Delhi – Departure

Transfer airport for onward journey.