This Classical journey offers you glimpses of North India. Delhi, Agra and Jaipur form the traditional tour of a basic trip to India what is commonly called “Experience Royalty” or what we call "Dreams of the Taj". These cities offer the guest an insight into the multi-faceted face of India. All these cities have the finest in facilities for incentives and meetings of all sizes. From palaces and forts to small palatial mansions, there is something for everybody. The tour of course includes visits at sunrise and sunset to the magnificent Taj Mahal. In Jaipur, an elephant ride up the Amber Fort relives the yester years of the desert kingdoms. Along the way the guests can shop to their hearts delight for luxurious silk Kashmir carpets, precious and semi-precious stone jewellery, marble inlay work, silk brocades and much more. This tour is designed to give a first time visitor the very best India has to offer in the short time they are
here.
Day 02 in Delhi 
Half Day Old Delhi Tour
Half Day New Delhi Tour
Morning Proceeds on a First Half-day tour of Old Delhi
Old Delhi was an ancient walled city. Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan in 1650 switched the Mughal capital from Agra to Delhi. Shah Jehan possessing an exquisite talent, especially in architecture, created the seventh city and in the process brought about Delhi's glorious renaissance. Here you will see
Red Fort, the most opulent Fort and Palace of the Mughal Empire. The fort is Shah Jehan's symbol of power and elegance, built behind red sandstone walls. Its main gate (Lahore Gate) faces Chandni Chowk, the perpetually congested avenue heading west from the Red Fort, is filled with twisting lanes, small streets and crowded bazaars. If you peer through a portico you may see a man getting shaved, silver being weighed, or any other conceivable form of intense commerce.
Also visit Raj Ghat, the memorial site of the Mahatma Gandhi and
Jama Masjid the largest mosque in India
Proceeds on a Second Half-day tour of New Delhi
New Delhi was designed and built by the British in the 1920's-it's a city of wide boulevards impressive Government buildings, green parks and gardens. In 1911 King George V announced the transfer of the capital from Calcutta to Delhi. The King's architects, Lutyens and Baker, set in motion the Design and construction of Delhi's eight cities - New Delhi. Lutyens designed an
"Imperial City" having palatial-sized buildings set amid broad tree-lined avenues punctuated by Mughal style gardens, complete with fountains and shallow pools. It took 20 years to complete this immense undertaking only to have the British pack up and relinquish the subcontinent in 1947. You will visit two monuments from Delhi's past -
Humayun's Tomb and Qutub Minar. Your drive takes you along the ceremonial avenue, past the imposing India Gate and Parliament House.
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Day
03 Delhi – Mandawa (240 kms)
Drive to Mandawa
Explore the Heritage Mandawa
Buffet breakfast at the Hotel
Today drive to
Mandawa - The region lies the triangular area between Delhi, Jaipur and Bikaner and includes Jhunjhuniun, Sikar and Churu districts of Rajasthan. Upon arrival check in to Hotel.
Afternoon visit the Mandawa
(Shekhawati). The semi-desert region of Shekhawati is popularly known as the 'open-air art gallery' of Rajasthan. The region lies the triangular area between Delhi, Jaipur and Bikaner and includes Jhunjhuniun, Sikar and Churu districts of Rajasthan, Shekhawati, is unique as no-where else in the world there is such a
hundreds of Haveli’s, temples, cenotaphs, wells and forts. Later visit to Havelies in Mandawa notably the Chokhani Saraf & Ladia Havelies, also visit Temples. The terrace of the rugged Fort provides a panoramic view of the town. See the extraordinary frescoes on the walls of the houses and medieval painting of Shekhawati. Overnight stay.
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Day
04 Mandawa - Bikaner (190 kms)
Drive to Desert City
Explore the Desert City Bikaner
Buffet breakfast at the Hotel
Morning drive to
Bikaner - it lies on the northern point on the triangle of desert cities. It is royal walled city dating back to 1486 AD. It was established by a Rathore Prince, Bika & came to be called to be Bikaner after him. It was, however, a major trade center as it stood on the ancient caravan route which link central Asia & north India with the Gujarat Sea Ports.
Afternoon embark on a tour of
Bikaner City; visit the Junagarh Fort, built in 1611 AD. The palaces worth visiting are Anup Mahal, Karan Mahal, and Bijai Phool Mahal.
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Day
05 Bikaner - Jaisalmer (333 Kms)
Drive to Jaisalmer
Sightseeing of Jaisalmer
Buffet breakfast at the Hotel
After early breakfast to
Jaisalmer - Jaisalmer, the ancient citadel on the Caravan route linking India with Persia, Arabia and The Mediterranean. This architectural in the 12th Century by Jaisal, a Bhatti Prince. Located in the heart of the Thar Desert. Few cities in the world can match the Magnificence. Jaisalmer is renowned for its intricately carved & chiseled Haveli’s (Mansions), which illustrate superb craftsmanship.
Afternoon embark half day tour of
Jaisalmer fort. Afterwards visit to the
Gadisar Tank & large houses of the merchant called havelies, some of them dating to the Premediaval Patwon Ki Haveli, Salim Shah Haveli and Nathamal Ki Haveli with their intricately carved screens on the facades and the typical traditional architecture.
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Buffet Dinner at the hotel.
Day
06 Jaislamer – Sam Sand Dunes
Veritably the Jewel of the desert
Desert Camel Safari
Buffet breakfast at the Hotel
Desert Camel Safari:
Morning
Desert Camel Safari starts for Sam Sand Dunes on edge of Deset National Park. Located in the midst of Thar Desert this camp recreates the magical atmosphere of a traditional Mediaeval Desert Camp on a trade route. The Camp provides for all the comforts. The accommodation consists of Swiss Cottage Type tents with attached baths having running hot & cold water. After spending few hours on a camel safari in the Thar Desert, Guests can relax & spend the evening around the campfire, enjoying live music and dance performances by
“Langha” Tribe of Professional singers.
TENTED CAMP. (B, D)
Day
07 Sam Sand Dunes – Jodhpur (285 Kms)
Depart Jodhpur & Sightseeing
Gateway to Thar Dessert
Buffet breakfast at the Hotel
Breakfast at Camp and depart to Jodhpur –
the Great Indian Desert, sites on sand stone hill surrounded by a strong wall, approximately 6 miles long with 7 entry gates. Sightseeing of the city includes visit to Meherangarh Fort, drive through the old city and past the Clock Tower near the largest spice bazaar in the sub-continent, visit the
Jaswant Thada Cenotaph, the royal cremation site and then proceed to see the most magnificent, modern 20th century Palace, the Umaid Bhavan Palace and its museum – a treasure trove.
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Day
08 Jodhpur – Jaipur
Indian Rail Experience to Pink City “Jaipur”
Maharaja’s City Tour
Buffet breakfast at the hotel
Morning transfer to Railway station to board the
Inter City Express 2466 at 5:45 AMfor Jaipur. Arrive Jaipur at 10:43 AM. Upon arrival transfer to hotel.
Afternoon visit to
Maharaja’s City Palace - where you can see an imposing blend of traditional Rajasthani and Mughal Art. The museum is resplendent with its collection of robes of royal princes, carpets, an armory of old weapons, miniature paintings portraying court scenes, battle scenes and processions,
Jantar Mantar (an accurate observatory built in 1726 A.D.),
Birla White Marble temple and
Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) - a five storied wonder with a spectacular pyramidal facade and overhanging windows with latticed screens, domes and spires.
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Day
09 In Jaipur
Amber Fort Excursion with Elephant Ride
Buffet breakfast at the hotel
After breakfast visit the 17th century fotress of
Amber Fort - marvelous example of Rajput architecture with its terraces and ramparts reflected in the Maota Lake below. Go up the fort
ascended on Caparisoned Elephant true to the style of the Maharajas of the past. The interiors of the fort have various royal halls decorated with intricate ivory, mirror and glasswork complemented by exquisite wall paintings. As you move between the rooms of this magnificent structure feel the history and visualize the pomp and grandeur of a kingdom never conquered, whose hilltop location is to view various palaces with rooms of stunning beauty including the world’s finest chamber of mirrors and also visit
temple of Kali. Overnight stay
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Day
10 Jaipur - Ranthambhore (175 Kms)
Countryside drive to Ranthambhore
Enjoy one game drive through the Tiger Reserve
Buffet breakfast at the hotel
After leisurely breakfast drive to Ranthambhore National Park famous for Tiger Reserve.
Evening 3 hours Canter drive deep into the Jungle to see the Tiger and Leopard, the main predators found in this reserve. Hyena & Jackal are the Scavengers. Sloth Bear and Wild Bear are the main carnivores. The main herbivores found in this Park are
spotted Deer, Sambhar Deer, Nilgai (Bluebell) antelope, Chinkara (Indian gazelle) and the common langur. After Breakfast visit to 13thCentaury historical Ranthambhore fort surrounded by the Vindhyas and Aravalis, amidst vast arid denuded tracts of Rajasthan, lies the Oasis of Biomass in an Ecological desert, the great Ranthambore, the most eminent ruler of the Fort was Rao Hamir who ruled around 1296 A.D. There are various places of Historical Places inside the fort namely Toran Dwar, Mahadeo Chhatri, Sameton Ki Haveli, 32-Pillard Chhatri, Mosque & the Ganesh Temple, the biggest attraction of the Forts.
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Day
11 Ranthambhore - Agra (294 kms)
Country side drive
Enroute visit to Fatehpur Sikri
Buffet breakfast at the hotel
On today’s drive through the Rajasthani countryside we see villages, woman dressed in the brilliantly colored saris of the region, Camels, Elephants, Bears & scenes of rural lives.
On the way you will visit
Fatehpur Sikri - the deserted red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital. Ponder the mysterious desertion of this capital city that was dramatically abandoned a few years after it was built. It was a veritable fairy tale city and
its 'ruins' are still in a pristine condition. It is not hard to imagine what the court life must have been like in the days of its grandeur of Shah Jehan, mastermind of the unforgettable Taj Mahal.
Agra - at the time of the Mughals, in the 16th & 17th centuries, Agra was the capital of the grand Mughal Empire. During this period the city became a leading centre of art, science, commerce and culture. Akbar the Great made Agra great. The city's origins are dim but Akbar's grandfather Babur is credited with Agra's founding. The short golden age of Agra came to an end with the seventeenth century reign of Shah Jehan, mastermind of the unforgettable Taj Mahal. Overnight stay.
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Day
12 In Agra
Mughal City tour of Agra
Stand In Front of World Famous Taj Mahal
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Today morning visit the
Agra Fort – built by the great Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D., the fort is a masterpiece of design and construction. Within the fort are a number of exquisite buildings, including the Moti Masjid, Diwane-I-Am, Diwane-I-Khas and Musamman Burj, where the Emperor Shah Jahan died in imprisonment, besides Jahangir’s Palace, Khaas Mahal and the Sheesh Mahal. Also Visit to
Itmad-ud-Daulah built by Empress Noor Jehan in the memory of Her Father.
As you drive through the city witness the local life and bazaars (markets) and the hustle bustle of everyday India. Agra is famous for
Marble Items. Overnight stay at Agra.
Enjoy the Magnificent
Taj Mahal – The Monument of Love in the warm glow of Sunset, which was built in 1630 by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Construction of the
Taj Mahal began in 1631, and is believed to have taken
18 years to complete, with over 20,000 craftsmen working around the clock. The design and construction is said to be that of the legendary architect, Ustad Ahamad Lahori. Legend has it that once construction was completed, Shah Jehan had Lahori's hands cut off, and blinded, so he would never be able to duplicate the structure. What makes the Taj Mahal unique is its perfect proportions, distinct femininity, medium of construction and ornamentation. Its marble exterior reflects rose and golden tints at sunrise and sunset, while it is dazzling white during the day. It is impossible to visualize the Taj Mahal in any surrounding others than its paradoxical garden. Paradise, in Islam, is visualized as a lush garden where running streams flow. When the Mughals brought this concept to India they elevated it to heights of Incomparable artistry. Overnight stay
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Day 13 Agra - Delhi (204 kms) – Onward Destiantion
Drive back to Delhi
Fly to Onward Destination
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
After Leisure morning breakfast at hotel later proceed to Delhi. Say good-bye to this fascinating Land with sweet and memorable memories. Transfer to Indira Gandhi International airport to board the for onward Destination / Hometown.
TOUR ENDS
INCLUSION & HIGHLIGHTS
Accomodation
12 Nights air conditioned first class hotels with private bath and shower.
Inclusive of all Hotel Taxes and service charges
Dinning
13 full Buffet Breakfast at hotel restaurant
12 full Buffet Dinner at hotel restaurant
Inclusive of Taxes.
Transportation
All transfers, Sightseeing and excursions by First class Air conditioned coach.
Services of English Speaking Guides.
Internal Rail Journey. Jodhpur - Jaipur
All State taxes, toll taxes & Parking Charges.
All monument entry fees wherever applicable.
Tour Highlights
Welcome ceremony upon arrival in Delhi
Enjoy comprehensive tours of Incredible Rajasthan.
Enjoy comprehensive tours of Incredible Rajasthan.
Stand before the world’s most famous monument to love, the Taj Mahal.
Enjoy game drive though Ranthambhore National park
Travel by brightly caparisoned elephant to Jaipur’s Amber Fort.
Camel safari in Sam dunes in Jaisalmer to see the spectacular sunset over the sand dunes.
Drive down Delhi’s impressive Rajpath to the India Gate.
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Personal Nature.
PRICE EXCLUDES:
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