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Arrive at the Indira Gandhi International Airport, meet & greet with Traditional Indian welcome. Transfer to the hotel.

Delhi stands as the capital of Modern India. Here you can see the mingling of the Old and New India, the ancient and the modern. Delhi is made up of seven ancient cities, spanning the period from the 11th to 20th centuries. Delhi has seen the rise and fall of many emperors, which have left behind a plethora of monuments that commemorate the grandeur and glory of bygone ages. Very few cities in the world can express such a profusion of architectural styles.

Later visit old & new 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. 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. drive pass through the Raisina Hill, ceremonial avenue past the imposing India Gate, Government Buildings, President House and Parliament House. Also visit Sikh Gurudwara Bangla Sahib to see the worship etc. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Early morning transfer to the airport to board the flight for Jaipur. Afternoon visit Sanganer village situated on the outskirts of Jaipur. Look at the Jain temple from the 17th century and visit the traditional wood block printing, tie and dye fabric, paper factory and blue pottery that make the reputation of the craftsmanship of the city rose. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, visit the 17th century fortress 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.

In the 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 Evening time to walk in local Market. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, drive to Kota via Bundi. Bundi - the older of the two 'fire- born' kingdoms of Hadoti, was founded by Deva in 1241, while Kota became an indepandent state in 1624 under Madho Singh. Visit the Chattar Mahal frescoes and Raniji Ki Baori in Bundi. Drive continues to Kota. Upon arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, drive to Chittorgarh via Bhilwara - the city of Textile industries. Chittorgarh - the 7th century fort of Chittor stands on a craggy hill 118 kms east of Udaipur. Visit the palaces of Rana Kumbha dating back from 15th century and the Tower of Victory. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, drive to Udaipur. Upon arrival check into the hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy the half day tour of Udaipur. Visit City Palace Museum, Sahelion-ki-Bari or “Garden of the Maids of Honour” was laid out for a group of forty-eight young women attendants who accompanied a princess to Udaipur as part of dowry, Partap Smarak: A memorial to the legendary warrior Rana Pratap, Bhartiya Lok Mandal Museum – a museum of folk arts, it displays a rich collection of folk musical instruments and paintings. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Morning excursion to visit the temples of Nagda and Eklingji - A Religious complex Northern region of Mewar 22 Kms from Udaipur. It houses 108 temples chiseled out of sandstone and marble, this temple of Eklingji was built in 734 AD. Enclosed by high walls, it is devoted to Eklingji. A form of Shiv Deity adored under the epithet of Eklinga. Afternoon visit the Puppet museum and the local handicrafts centre known as Shilpgram. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast drive to Jodhpur via Ranakpur, built in the 15th century in the lovely valley of Aravallis. It has grand structure & beautiful Sculptures. The 1444 pillars in the temple are different from each other. The magic of light & shade is really awe-inspiring. Upon arrival at Jodhpur, check in at the hotel.

In the morning enjoy the sightseeing tour of Jodhpur, which includes visit to Meharangarh Fort, drive through the old city and past the Clock Tower near the largest spice bazaar in the sub-continent, the Umaid Bhavan Palace and its museum - a treasure trove. Also visit Mandore gardens.

Afternoon visit the local market to see the special sarees fabrics and also the leather jooties or shoes made with embroidery. In the evevning transfer to the airport to board the flight for Ahmedabad. Upon arrival transfer from airport to the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, proceed to visit block printing and Kalamkari work on roadsides in Mirzapur. Then proceed to visit Textile museum & Shreyas Folk art museum. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Full day excursion to visit Patan and Pethapur village. Patan is famous for Mashroo and Patola saree weavers and Pethapur is known for its finely carved wood blocks, which are used to print fabrics. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, proceed to Rajkot and upon arrival transfer to the hotel. Afternoon visit to Rashtriya Shala – it is the only single IKAT saree weaving centre in city. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Full day excursion to Jamnagar to see the Bandhani saree with technique of tie and dye, gold embroidery works and Gharchola saree. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, proceed to Bhuj via Dudhai and visit the Aari embroidery technique. Afternoon visit tie and dye technique on silk fabric at the place of an Mohammad Alissa National Award winner. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, proceed to Nirona village famous for its Rogan art technique on cotton fabric, later proceed to Banni village for intricated embrodidery work on cotton fabric and leather. The villages to be visited are Bhirandiyara, Hodka, Dhordo. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Morning free for independent activities. After lunch, proceed to Rajkot via Dhamadka village famous for its Ajrakh and batik printing. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, drive to Ahmedabad and upon arrival transfer to the airport to board flight for Delhi. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After taking a lot of memories say good-bye to this fascinating land proceed to airport for onward destination.

The above itinerary can be further customized as per your travel requirements.