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Mughals and Rajputs - Delhi, Agra & Rajasthan

 

General information

DurationDestinationDeparture
11 days and 10 nights
India (New Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer)
India (New Delhi)

Description

This tour covers many of the finest forts, palaces, gardens and cities built by the Mughals in Delhi and Agra and the Rajputs in Rajasthan. Delhi, Agra and Fatehpur Sikri dominated with Mughals monuments while Jaipur, Udaipur Jodhpur and Jaisalmer have Rajputs build Forts and Palaces. Rajput maharajas served as imperial commanders and as regional governors, while at home, in the fortified cities of Rajasthan. They built some of India’s greatest temples, established a sophisticated court culture.
This tour covers many of the finest forts, palaces, gardens and cities built by the Mughals in Delhi and Agra and the Rajputs in Rajasthan. Delhi, Agra and Fatehpur Sikri dominated with Mughals monuments while Jaipur, Udaipur Jodhpur and Jaisalmer have Rajputs build Forts and Palaces. Rajput maharajas served as imperial commanders and as regional governors, while at home, in the fortified cities of Rajasthan. They built some of India’s greatest temples, established a sophisticated court culture.

Category

 
Price with 3 star hotels (Private Tour)
Bed & Breakfast 3 Stars
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Price with 4 star hotels (Private Tour)
Bed & Breakfast 4 Stars
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Price with 5 star hotels (Private Tour)
Bed & Breakfast 5 Stars
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Program

Day 1:
Arrive Delhi
On arrival at Delhi airport assistance & transfer to hotel (hotel check in/ out time 12pm). Later visit Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk & Khari Baoli Spice Market on cycle Rickshaw, Raj Gath, Humayun Tomb, Qutab Minar & Lotus Temple. Also drive pass through President House, Parliament & India Gate.
O/n at hotel.

Day 2:
Delhi - Agra (210kms)
Drive to Agra check in at hotel. Later visit Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Itmad-ud-Daula Tomb.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 3:
Agra - Jaipur (245kms)
Drive to Jaipur via visiting Fatehpur Sikri and Abhaneri stepwell. Arrive Jaipur check in at hotel.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 4:
Jaipur
Visit Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Sisodia Rani Garden, City Palace, Observatory, Hawa Mahal & Birla temple. Further explore local market of Pink City.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 5:
Jaipur - Udaipur (405kms)
Drive to Udaipur enroute visit Pushkar lake & temples. Arrive Udaipur check in at hotel. Evening boat ride on Lake Pichola.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 6:
Udaipur
Visit City Palace, Sajjangarh Palace, Jagdish Temple, Saheliyon Ki Bari, Bada Mahal, Eklingji & Nagda Temple, Shilpgram & Hathi Pol Bazar. Evening watch Dharohar folk dance show.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 7:
Udaipur - Jodhpur (265kms)
Drive to Jodhpur, enroute visit Ranakpur Jain Temple complex. Continue drive to Jodhpur, check in at hotel.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 8:
Jodhpur
Visit Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace & Museum, Mandore Temples, Gardens & Cenotaphs.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 9:
Jodhpur - Jaisalmer (265kms)
Drive to Jaisalmer enroute visit Pokhran Fort & Palaces. There is a museum in the fort displaying the royal collection of weapons, clothes, paintings and handicrafts. On arrival check in at hotel.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 10:
Jaisalmer
Visit Jaisalmer Fort, Patwon Ki Haveli, Salim Ji Ki Haveli, Nathmal Ji Ki Haveli, Mandir Palace, Bada Bagh, Kuldhara abandoned village and Gadi Sagar Lake. Later excursion to Sam Sand Dunes for witnessing the unparalleled views of sunset, enjoying the music & dance performances, satisfying your taste buds with the delicious, authentic local cuisine & safari in the desert. Drive back to Jaisalmer for overnight stay.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B,D.

Day 11:
Jaisalmer - Delhi (flight)
As per flight schedule transfer to airport to board flight for Delhi. On arrival at Delhi airport transfer to hotel. Rest time free and easy to relax and last minute activities.
O/n at hotel. Meal plan: B,D.

Price includes

• Assistance on arrival at airport.
• 10 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels.
• Daily breakfast & meal as per day plan (B- Breakfast, L- Lunch, D- Dinner)
• Private air conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
• English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
• Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
• Bottled drinking water in car.
• Government taxes.

Price does not include

• Jaisalmer - Delhi flight tickets.
• Camera charges at monuments.
• Meals other than mentioned in day plan.
• Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
• Gratuities & optional activities.
• Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Itinerary

Day Overnight Itinerary highlights
1 4 StarsNew Delhi   New Delhi - Delhi Airport
2 4 StarsAgra
3 4 StarsJaipur
4 4 StarsJaipur
5 4 StarsUdaipur
6 4 StarsUdaipur
7 4 StarsJodhpur
8 4 StarsJodhpur
9 4 StarsJaisalmer
10 4 StarsJaisalmer
11   New Delhi

Accommodations provided in each place

PlacePrice with 3 star hotelsPrice with 4 star hotelsPrice with 5 star hotels
New DelhiMadhuban Hotel/ Emarald Hotel or similarThe Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & Suite Saket or similarLe Meridien/ The Claridges or similar
AgraHoward Plaza the Fern/ Amar Hotel or similarRadisson Hotel/ Holiday Inn or similarCourtyard by Marriott/ Trident Hotel or similar
JaipurRedfox Hotel/ Park Ocean or similarHoliday Inn Jaipur City Centre/ Lemon Tree Premier or similarITC Rajputana/ Trident Hotel or similar
UdaipurJaiwana Haveli/ Hotel Amar Kothi or similarHotel Lakend/ Amet Haveli or similarAurika, Udaipur - Luxury by Lemon Tree Hotels/ Trident Udaipur or similar
JodhpurDevi Bhawan/ Pal Haveli or similarThe Ummed/ Ranbanka Place or similarWelcome Hotel/ Ajit Bhawan or similar
JaisalmerKilla Bhawan Lodge / The Royale Jaisalmer or similarSaira Fort Sarovar Portico/ Hotel Brys Fort or similarSuryagarh/ Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa or similar