Day 1-: DELHI
Welcome to Incredible India, Meeting and assistance on arrival, Indian magic begins here with Traditional Garland & Welcome Drink on arrival (A chilled glass of Indian Kingfisher Beer/Wine/Soft Drinks), transfer to Hotel & Relax, Overnight in Delhi.
Day 2-: DELHI – AGRA
Morning drive to Agra, on arrival check-in & relax. Afternoon city sightseeing tour visiting the world Heritage Red Stone Building Agra Fort, built by the Moghul Emperor Akbar in 1648, the Agra Fort containing the Pearl Mosque, the Halls of Public and Private Audience. Also visit for The Taj Mahal Show,which is dedicated to shah Jahan & his wife Mumtaj Mahal - A life time experience. Back to Hotel & Relax, Overnight in Agra.
Day 3-: Agra
Morning city sightseeing tour visiting the world famous TajMahal built by the Moghul Emperor Shahjahan in 1630 for his queen MumtazMahal, to enshrine her mortal remains. Also visit Itmad-ud-Daula's tomb built by Empress Noorjahan in memory of her father. MehtabBagh, Situated on the banks of River Yamuna, opposite the TajMahal, these gardens served as a picturesque backdrop to the Taj.Later Visit biggest handicraft mall of India for shopping known for its high quality Silk Rugs (Kashmiri Silk on Silk).Back to Hotel & Relax, Overnight in Agra.
Day 4-: Agra
Morning drive to Jaipur (235 km, approx 5 hrs drive) En-route visiting FatehpurSikri built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 to commemorate the birth of his son and later abandoned due to scarcity of water. On arrival check-in & Relax.Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 5-: Jaipur
After Breakfast, drive Pass through HawaMahal (Wind Palace), admire from where the palace queen could watch the activities of big bazaar. Later excursion to impressive Amber Fort situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time honored fashion. After Lunch, visit the imposing City Palace, still home to the Maharaja although several of the rooms are now open to the public. Many antiques and artifacts belonging to the ruling family are housed here, including a collection of weaponry. Shopping at Gem Palace – Jewelry, handicrafts, clothes and the famous lakh bangles as Jaipur is one of the most active jewel markets of the world, famous for its precious and semi-precious stones. Return to hotel & relax. Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 6-: Jaipur –Jodhpur (Sun City)
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and drive to Jodhpur early. Reach Jodhpur by noon, check in & relax. Set at the edge of the Thar Desert, the imperial city of Jodhpur echoes with tales of antiquity in the emptiness of the desert. Once the capital of the Marwar state, it was founded in 1459 AD by Rao Jodha-chief of the Rathore clan of Rajputs who claimed to be descendants of Rama - the epic hero of the Ramayana. The massive 15th century AD Mehrangarh Fort looms on the top of a rocky hill, soaring 125 Mts. Above the plains. The city is encompassed by a high wall - 10 km long with 8 gates and innumerable bastions. Day on leisure.Overnight in Jodhpur.
Day 7-: Jodhpur
After breakfast proceed for morning sightseeing tour of Jodhpur - gateway to the desert beyond, Home of the Rathors of Marwar, visit the Mehrangarh Fort, rising up a hilly scarp, built on the advice of a hermit, overlooking the city in the image of a long sentinel. Inside the Fort are a number of palaces added by successive rulers. In this palace you would see different miniature paintings & cradle room. Further visit to JaswantThada Memorial. Return to hotel & relax. Overnight in Jodhpur
Day 8-: Jodhpur – Udaipur (City of Lakes)
Relaxing morning, after breakfast transfer to Udaipur en-route Ranakpur, is an important Jain pilgrim center. Take a visit to Ranakpur Jain temples. Built in the 15th century, the architecture of Ranakpur Jain temples resembles to that of Khajuraho temples. Covering an area of 48000 sqft, a tour of the Jain temple complex will give you a glimpse into the rich history and architecture of the past. Proceed to Udaipur. On arrivaltransfer to hotel, check in & relax with over viewing Lake Pichola.Overnight in Udaipur.
Day 9-: Udaipur
Udaipur is the most romantic of all the Rajasthan cities and one of the most exotic places in Asia. Udaipur has rightly been called Venice of the East. Morning visit City Palace, on the banks of the Lake Pichola. The magnificent and awe inspiring citadel is, in fact, a complex of several buildings that were added at different times by different rulers spanning nearly three hundred years. Further enjoy BOAT RIDE. Lunch at Hotel Jagmandir Island Palace in the beautiful and solitary lake of magnificence - Later visit Jagdish Temple, this temple is made in the Indo-Aryan style of architecture. Return to hotel with evening on leisure. Overnight in Udaipur.
Day 10-: Udaipur – Delhi
After breakfast, transfer to Udaipur Airport to board a flight for Delhi. On arrival, enjoy sightseeing of Old and New Delhi City. JamaMaszid (the largest mosque of India). Enjoy the cycle Rickshaw drive around old Delhi. Drive pass through the Red Fort then visit Raj Ghat (Mr. M. K. Gandhi cremation place). Further visit India Gate (42m stone arch built in the memory of Indian soldiers, died in World War I) & Parliament House, the Presidential Palace, and Secretariat Buildings. Check in to hotel & relax. Evening on leisure. Overnight in Delhi.
Day 11-: Delhi – Onward Destination
Early morning departure for onward destination.
This is a suggested itinerary for travelling privately. Dates, duration, hotels and routing may be changed to personalize the journey to the traveler’s preferences and requirements. Please contact Cal India Tours team for further ideas on designing your own private journey of India.
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