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ARRIVE DELHI
Welcome to India – when you touch down, you’ll be met by our local representative. Once checked in at your hotel, the rest of the day is yours to relax or begin exploring. We’re here for two nights.
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DELHI
Today we’ll start out with a sightseeing tour of Old Delhi. You’ll visit Raj Ghat, site of Mahatma Gandhi’s cremation, go on a rickshaw ride (or walk…) through Old Delhi, and visit Jama Mosque, the largest in India. We’ll pass Shah Jahan’s Red Fort and continue our visit into New Delhi touring Humayun’s Tomb, the massive Qutab Minaret and the India Gate.
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DELHI TO AGRA
After breakfast, we’ll head for Agra by road where we are for one night. Today’s sightseeing tour of Agra canters on one of the trip’s true highlights: the magnificent Taj Mahal. We will also pay homage to the famous Agra Fort, seat of Mughal power and affording still more stunning views of the Taj Mahal.
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AGRA TO RANTHAMBORE
After breakfast we’ll set out for the ghost town of Fatehpur Sikri, largely abandoned since the 16th century. After lunch at Bharatpur, we will board a local train to Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore), where you’ll be met on arrival at the train station and assisted to your hotel. Check in and relax for rest of the evening – we’re here two nights.
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RANTHAMBORE
Ranthambore National Park is the site of our first safari in the early morning. This largest national park in Rajasthan, shelters a huge variety of wildlife. Its small lakes are home to crocodiles, birds fill the trees and sambar deer, monkeys and (obviously…) the tigers make this an adventure to remember. We’ll return to our hotel for breakfast and chance to recharge. After lunch, we’ll pay a second visit to the park and discover yet more wildlife. We’ll be back at the hotel before sunset.
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RANTHAMBORE TO BUNDI
After breakfast, drive to Bundi, where we spend the night. A typical Rajasthani town built around a picturesque lake with traditional houses known as havelis. This small city is sometimes called “ The City of Stepwells” for the more than 50 wells in and around the city. Bundi also has a rich and ancient tradition of miniature paintings. See a first-hand demonstration of these craftsmen at work, and also visit Bundi Fort and Stepwells.
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BUNDI TO UDAIPUR VIA CHITTORGARH
After breakfast leave for Udaipur, via Chittorgarh. The Chittor Fort is one of the largest forts in India, and a World Heritage Site. After visiting the fort, we continue our drive towards Udaipur. A beautiful city, called ‘the city of lakes’ set amidst the Aravalli Ranges of Rajasthan. After your check in at hotel, the evening is at your leisure. We are here for two nights.
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UDAIPUR
After breakfast, we’ll tour Udaipur, visiting the City Palace and Jagdish Temple before driving around Fatehsagar Lake and Sahelion ki Bari, the Queen’s resort for her friends. Follow it up with an afternoon boat cruise at Pichola Lake surrounded by splendid hills, palaces and temples. Enjoy the brilliant scenery while boating and take back some wonderful pictures. The rest of the evening is free to relax at the hotel or explore local markets.
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UDAIPUR TO JODHPUR
After breakfast leave for Jodhpur, also known as “The Sun City” because of its bright and sunny weather throughout the year. On arrival, we will check into our hotel and stay here for two nights. Evening is yours to relax
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JODHPUR
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for guided city tour visiting massive Meharangarh Fort (situated at an altitude of about 125 meters, the Fort is spread over an area of 5 sq. km in the heart of the city) and Jaswanthada (Royal Cenotaphs – a white marble memorial built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant II in 1899. A story goes that Maharaja Jaswant succumbed to injuries in this place while fighting the Mughal king Jahangir). Afternoon enjoy walk in the local bazaar witnessing various activities going around
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JODHPUR TO JAIPUR VIA PUSHKAR
After breakfast we’ll drive through Pushkar, a holy town famous for the Pushkar Fair and its Lake. After a brief excursion of Pushkar, we drive towards Jaipur, popularly known as “Pink City”. Once we’re in the hotel, you’re free to relax…we’re here for two nights.
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JAIPUR
After breakfast, we’ll set about exploring the city. We’ll lead off with the imposing Amber Fort (where you may enter riding an elephant!). Later stops on our visit include the Observatory, the City Palace and the fanciful Palace of Winds. We’ll make sure to set aside free time in the evening to visit the local bazaars.
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JAIPUR TO DELHI
After breakfast, we head out for Delhi, check in to our hotel for one night. The rest of the day – shop, explore or just relax and enjoy the pace of the city around you….
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DEPART DELHI
Enjoy the city until it’s time to leave for the airport and your waiting flight.
