Meals

Daily Breakfast at Multicuisine restaurant of hotel.

Transport

All transfers and sightseeing by an air-conditioned vehicle with Professional English speaking driver. Drivers of our vehicles are experienced with good knowledge of the road conditions and well trained. The type of vehicles provided are as follows : Passenger Vehicle type • 1- 2person Air-conditioned medium car such as Tata Indigo or similar • 3-4 persons Air-conditioned large car such as Toyota Innova or similar • 5-10 persons Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar

Others

Warm Welcome by Our representative Airport / Railway Station Covering ultimate travel destinations in India Accommodation in standard category of rooms at all hotels Accommodation in hotels on Bed and Breakfast basis. Mineral water bottle during your tour is provided in the car. Services of Local English Speaking Guide for sightseeing as per the itinerary Monument entry fees of Monuments as per programme only Accommodation in standard category of rooms at all hotels Air-conditioned transports per itinerary. Accommodation in hotels on Bed and Breakfast basis Cooking class with Indian family Battery Van on one side at UNESCO World Heritage Site, Taj Mahal Local contacts at our associate offices throughout India. 24X7 local support. All currently applicable taxes for hotels and transport

Accommodation

•Accommodation in 5 star and 4 Star and 3 star Heritage and Boutiqe Hotels • Check-in Time : Throughout the trip, we request all our hotels prepare rooms in time as per your arrival time, especially if you are reaching the hotel prior to normal check-in time. (In India, normal check-in is at 14:00 hrs, check-out is at 12:00 hrs). This may not be always possible to manage early check-in for you; in that case you won’t be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, you can store your luggage and explore the new destination. • Pre/Post Accommodation : If you’ve purchased pre-trip or post-trip accommodation (if available), you may be required to change rooms from your trip accommodation for these extra nights. We will try our best to provide you same room for entire stay. Internet : Depending on the areas in which you travel, you may have limited access to the Internet. Hoteliers often charge for the connection (hourly or daily). • The style of accommodation indicated is a guideline. On rare occasions, if the suggested hotels are not available due to high demand, we will book similar alternate hotels for you.

Guide

•Professional English Speaking Tour Guides as per programme. We aim to support local guides who have specialized and comprehensive knowledge of the regions you visit. We provide English speaking local guides at each destination of your trip, the chosen local guide will strike a great balance between knowledgeable storytelling, humor, and giving you sufficient space and personal time to enjoy the awe-inspiring sites. He will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues. If you were interested in diving deeper into the local culture at a specific site, you can count on your assigned local speaking guide.

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Others

•Any airfare (International or Domestic) •Any Safari •Any mandatory Gala Dinner on Christmas and New Year Eve •Any item of personal nature viz. Laundry •Charges, telephone bills, drinks, shopping, etc •Any items that is not mentioned under Inclusions

Insurance

Travel insurance is not covered in the tour price. You can organize travel insurance with your preferred insurance company. We recommend World Nomads, a company recommended by Lonely Planet.

Flights

The domestic flight tickets are not included in the package cost. Once you tell us the dates of your travel, we will advise you the exact flight fare. International flight tickets have to be booked on your own, once you book your flight tickets, please share with us your schedule so that we can arrange your smooth pick-up and drop off from airport to hotel on your arrival day and hotel to the airport on the departure day. Passports and Visas : All travelers listed on the Participant Information form must be in possession of a valid passport and all relevant visas. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have valid travel documentation, including but not limited to passports and visas, which meet the requirements of immigration and other Government authorities at every destination. If your itinerary includes travel to any other country besides India, please check on visa requirements for each country that you will visit. Any fines, penalties, payments or expenditures incurred as a result of such documents not meeting the requirements of those authorities will be your sole responsibility.

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Day 1 Delhi Arrival
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Delhi Arrival

This tour kickstarts with arrival at Delhi. Delhi is the heart and soul of India. It is a city filled with oomphs of history, culture, traditions and is home to diverse nationalities. It is an all-in-one destination where you can experience the whole of India at once and a seamless amalgamation of modern and ancient culture altogether. On arrival at Delhi Airport, our company Driver will meet you and chauffeur you to the Hotel.

Overnight at Hotel
Day 2 New Delhi Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

New Delhi Sightseeing

After breakfast, get ready for a private Delhi sightseeing tour while you drive through Old Delhi - where the soul of Delhi resides. Visit the 17th century Jama Masjid - largest mosque of India, Chandni Chowk- the oldest and busiest market of Delhi, drive past Red Fort, Rajghat - where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948, Humayun’s Tomb - first garden style tomb of India, drive past India Gate (an arch monument built in the memory of soldiers who died in World War I) and Rashtrapati Bhawan (official residence of the President of India) and explore the architectural sites in and around Qutab Minar - tallest brick minaret in the world. . This sightseeing tour can be easily customized as per your interests and we would happily tweak the schedule as per your comfort.

Overnight at Hotel
Day 3 New Delhi - Varanasi By Flight
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

New Delhi - Varanasi By Flight

After breakfast, our company representative will transfer you to the Delhi IGI Airport to board your flight to Varanasi. On arrival in Varanasi, our company representative will meet you and chauffeur transfer to your hotel.. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Overnight at Hotel
Day 4 Varanasi Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Varanasi Sightseeing

Your Varanasi sightseeing tour begins with an early morning boat ride on the River Ganges. Enjoy soaking in the spectacular sunrise views and later, return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast,. Later, visit the New Vishwanath Temple also known as the “Birla Mandir”. Settled within the Banaras Hindu University, it is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva (God of Destruction). It took around 35 years to build this temple. Head to the Tulsi Manas Temple built by the royal family of Banaras in 1964. It is believed to be the place where the legendary poet Tulsidas wrote the great Indian epic “Ramcharitramanas”. Close to this temple is the Durga Temple (Monkey temple) dedicated to Goddess Durga (divine feminine energy). In the evening, witness the spectacular Ganga Aarti at the Dashashwamedh Ghat. It is daily evening ceremony that has been practiced since thousands of years on the banks of River Ganges. Overnight stay at hotel in Varanasi.
Day 5 Varanasi - New Delhi By Flight And Drive To Agra
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Varanasi - New Delhi By Flight And Drive To Agra

After breakfast, our company representative will transfer you to the Varanasi Airport to board your flight to New Delhi and later drive to Agra . On arrival in Agra, our company representative will meet you and chauffeur you to the Hotel followed by check-in. you will visit Taj Mahal at sunset views of the Taj Mahal and beautiful glimpses of the Mughal splendor. This 5-star hotel enjoys an unrivalled position among the other heritage hotels in Agra.

Day free at leisure. Overnight stay at Hotel
Day 6 Agra Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Agra Sightseeing

Early morning visit to Taj Mahal - the most beautiful monument symbolic of love, dedication and purity. It is the 7th wonder of the world. This wondrous edifice came to life in 1631 which is now recognized as the jewel of Muslim art in India. The spectacular sunrise views at the Taj Mahal is something you can’t afford to miss when in Agra. The Taj Mahal reflects different shades as it reflects pinkish shade in the morning, milky white in the evening and glittery gold in moonlight. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Visit the Agra Fort, known as the Red Fort of Agra as it resembles the Red Fort in Delhi. It is a massive fort made of red sandstone and this is how, it got its name. While exploring the fort, visit its splendid attractions that include the Palace of Mirrors (Sheesh Mahal), Hall of Public Audience (Diwan-i-Aam), Hall of Private Audience (Diwan-i-Khas), Nagina Mosque (Gem Mosque), Mina Masjid (Heavenly Mosque) etc. Visit the 16th century Jahangir Palace built by Emperor Akbar. It was the former Zenana (private residence) of the royal Mughal women and Noor Jahan, wife of Jahangir (son of Akbar), stayed her till her death. Head to the Tomb of I’timād-ud-Daulah whose structure resembles like that of a jewel box placed in a garden. It is also sometimes regarded as “Baby Taj”. It was the first tomb in India that was made purely of white marble.
Day 7 Agra - Ranthambhore (300Km - 7 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Agra - Ranthambhore (300Km - 7 Hours)

After breakfast, you will be visiting Fatehpur Sikri. After visiting, you will have your lunch at restaurant and drive to Ranthambore is a city located in the Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan. It was a former hunting ground of the Maharajas of Jaipur as it boasts a wide expanse of wilderness spread across 400 acres (approx.). Now it is a popular natural habitat of tigers and is recognised by the name of Ranthambore National Park. As per 2014 survey, there were 62 tigers in Ranthambore National Park. It is a major crowdpuller of wildlife photographers and nature enthusiasts throughout the year. On reaching, check into hotel
Day 8 Ranthambhore
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Ranthambhore

Gear up for an early morning wildlife safari in the wild expanse of Ranthambore National Park. It is home to various wildlife species including Leopards, Striped Hyenas, Chital, Sambar deer, Nilgai, Macaques, Jackals, Sloth bears, Black bucks, Indian Wild Boar, Chinkara etc. and especially tigers. If you get lucky, you can spot a tiger too! Later, return to the hotel and settle in for breakfast. Relax for some time. Later in afternoon, go for evening wildlife safari to the Ranthambore National Park. Return to the hotel to rest for the day.
Day 9 Ranthambhore - Jaipur (150Km - 3 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Ranthambhore - Jaipur (150Km - 3 Hours)

After breakfast, proceed with a drive to Jaipur. It is known as the Pink City of India since most of the buildings of this city display use of pink stone at a grand scale. It is the first planned city of early India and the largest city of Rajasthan. This centuries-old city is a must visit for history buffs, Indian food lovers and shoppers. On arrival, our representative will transfer you to the Hotel followed by check-in. Day free at leisure or explore the bazaars of Jaipur famous for carpets, jewellery, embroidered clothing, brassware, blue pottery, handicrafts, leather items, lac bangles and lots more.

You will then go to the home of a local Jaipur where you will learn about basic Indian ingredients and spices. Following the host’s instructions followed by cooking class you will prepare a meal of authentic local dishes and then enjoy it together.

Overnight stay at hotel
Day 10 Jaipur Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Jaipur Sightseeing

After breakfast, head to Amer Fort. It is a hill fort built in the 16th century by Raja Man Singh. This fort displays various prominent monuments like private halls, pavilions, private chambers for the King and the Rajput women. It stands as a testimony to the golden era of Rajput rule in Jaipur. The reflection of this fort falling on the Maota Lake, is truly captivating. Enjoy an Elephant ride here to and fro the fort. Next visit the City Palace. It is the royal Palace of Jaipur located on the banks of Pichola Lake. It boasts former private and public meeting chambers of the Kings, giant silver vessels, courtyards, beautifully-designed gateways, intricately-carved private chambers of the King and much more. Visit the Jantar Mantar - an astronomical observatory that features the World’s largest Sundial - Samrat Yantra. End the day with visit to Hawa Mahal - the Palace of the Winds. This is a five-storey palace built in the year 1799 during Rajput era in Jaipur. The main highlight of this palace is the intricately-designed 953 windows adorned with beautiful latticework.
Day 11 Jaipur - Jodhpur (350Km - 7 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Jaipur - Jodhpur (350Km - 7 Hours)

After breakfast, head for a drive to Jodhpur.Jodhpur is also called the Blue city of Rajasthan as the walls of the houses in Jaipur are drenched in bright blue colour. This city has a magnetism of its own. On arrival, our company representative will chauffeur you to your hotel
Day 12 Jodhpur - Udaipur (250Km - 6 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Jodhpur - Udaipur (250Km - 6 Hours)

After breakfast, your Jodhpur sightseeing tour begins with a visit to the Mehrangarh Fort. This 117-ft high hill fort built in 1459 A.D was Rao Jodha (founder of Jodhpur city). It encompasses various palaces, historical sites and seven massive gateways built by the royal victories signifying various victories. Next, visit the Jaswant Thada built in 1899. It is a white marble cenotaph adorned with beautiful latticework. Later, head for a drive to Udaipur. En-route, enjoy a visit to the enchanting Ranakpur Jain Temple made of entirely pure white marble. It is a 15th-century temple built by a wealthy Jain merchant. The most interesting feature of this temple is its 1,400 pillars that are carved differently from each other. Also, the natural settings of the temple add a magical charm to it. Continue drive to Udaipur. Nestled amidst the Aravalli Hills, it is a city filled with pristine lakes, fascinating Havelis, vibrant bazaars and an ancient ambiance. On arrival, our company representative will meet you and chauffeur you to hotel
Day 13 Udaipur
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Udaipur

Your guided Udaipur sightseeing tour begins with a visit to the Vintage Car Museum that exhibits an impressive car collection of the Maharaja of Udaipur. Spend time clicking photographs here with the amazing vintage cars here. Later, visit the 18th century City Palace located on the banks of Lake Pichola. It attracts tourists for its captivating marble-work, mirror and silver work, wall paintings and murals etc. Within the City Palace’s complex is the Crystal Gallery that houses an exclusion collection crystals that are believed to be 110 years old. Head to the Bagore ki Haveli. It is an 18th century Haveli that has now been converted into a Museum. The costumes of the royal Kings, rose water sprinklers, Mewar paintings, peacocks made of colored glass pieces, jewellery boxes of the royal women are a few major attractions here. Next, visit the Jagdish Temple - a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu (preserver of the World) and later, head to Sahelion ki Bari. En route, visit the Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal known for having a remarkable collection of Rajasthani Folk Art. On reaching, walk through the neatly-maintained gardens of Sahelion ki Bari (Garden of the Maidens) that was a leisure spot of King Rana Sanga and the royal women of Udaipur. In the evening, spend time at the Fateh Sagar Lake - a tranquil lake famous for its sunset views or you can enjoy a cultural dance show “Dharohar” at the Bagore Ki Haveli.

Later, enjoy an evening boat ride on Lake Pichola to reach the Lake Palace - an 18th century white marble fort that speaks volumes of the opulence & elegance of the bygone era of Udaipur.
Day 14 Udaipur - Mumbai By Flight
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Udaipur - Mumbai By Flight

After breakfast, our company representative will transfer you to the Udaipur Airport to board your flight to Mumbai On arrival at Mumbai Airport, our company representative will meet you and transfer you to hotel.
Day 15 Mumbai Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Mumbai Sightseeing

After Breakfast, Visit Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, originally named Prince of Wales Museum of Western India, is a museum in Mumbai which documents the history of India from prehistoric to modern time, Mumbai Dabbawalas In this Mumbai dabbawala tour, you will get an insight into the incredible and vintage aspect of the Mumbai city. For decades the community has been offering tiffin delivery services all across Mumbai.Next Dhobhi Ghat Mahalakshmi Dhobi Ghat is an open air laundry place in Mumbai, India. It is located at Mahalaxmi railway station in southern Mumbai, it is also accessible from the Jacob Circle monorail station

Visit Mani Bhawan Mani Bhavan is a museum and historical building dedicated to Gandhi, situated at Laburnum Road in the Gamdevi precinct of Mumbai.

Victoria Terminus The Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, formerly known as Victoria Terminus Station, in Mumbai, is an outstanding example of Victorian Gothic Revival architecture in India

Later Gateway of India The Gateway of India is an arch-monument completed in 1924 on the waterfront of Mumbai, India. It was erected to commemorate the landing of George V for his coronation as the Emperor of India

Return to your hotel.
Day 16 Mumbai Depart
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Mumbai Depart

After breakfast, our company representative will transfer you to the Mumbai Airport to board your flight back home.

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Delhi Arrival

New Delhi Sightseeing

New Delhi - Varanasi By Flight

Varanasi Sightseeing

Varanasi - New Delhi By Flight And Drive To Agra

Agra Sightseeing

Agra - Ranthambhore (300Km - 7 Hours)

Ranthambhore

Ranthambhore - Jaipur (150Km - 3 Hours)

Jaipur Sightseeing

Jaipur - Jodhpur (350Km - 7 Hours)

Jodhpur - Udaipur (250Km - 6 Hours)

Udaipur

Udaipur - Mumbai By Flight

Mumbai Sightseeing

Mumbai Depart

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