 Tour Duration: 16 Nights/17 Days
Destinations Covered: Delhi - Agra - Gwalior - Orchha - Shivpuri - Kota - Chittorgarh - Udaipur- Jodhpur -Jaisalmer - Bikaner - Mandawa - Delhi
Day 01: Arrive Delhi
On arrival at Delhi Int'l Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Day free for relaxation and acclimatization.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Delhi.
Day 02: Delhi -Agra (203 km- 5 hrs)
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a half-day sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi. See the magnificent 17th century Red Fort, Jama Masjid, the 13th century Qutab Minar, Raj Ghat, India Gate, Humayun's Tomb and Lotus Temple.
In the afternoon, we drive to Agra- the city of Taj Mahal. Arrive in Agra and check in to the hotel and relax. Evening, enjoy a visit to the colorful bazaars of Agra. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Agra.
Day 03: Agra
After breakfast at the hotel, visit the world-renowned Taj Mahal, a beautiful monument of everlasting love, built of white marble by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal after her death in 1631 AD. Thereafter, visit the magnificent 16th century Agra Fort, Itmad-ud-Daullah Tomb, and Akbar's Tomb at Sikandra.
In the afternoon, we drive to the 16th century Mughal town of Fatehpur Sikri to see the Bulund Darwaza and the Tomb of Salim Chisti, a revered Sufi saint of India. Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Agra.
Day 04: Agra- Gwalior (118km-2 ½ hrs)
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy sightseeing and shopping in colorful bazaars of Agra. Thereafter, we proceed to Gwalior by road. Arrive at Gwalior and check into the hotel. After freshening up, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Gwalior Fort, Man Mandir Palace, Jivaji Rao Scindia Museum, Sas Bahu Temple, the Tomb of Tansen and the Sun Temple.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Gwalior.
Day 05: Gwalior - Orchha
After breakfast today, we drive to Orchha - the medieval capital town of Bundelkhand, located on the banks of the river Betwa. Arrive at Orchha and check into the hotel and relax. The 16th century medieval town of Orchha is known for its beautiful palaces and temples. After freshening up, see the famous palaces and temples of Orchha, including the Jehangir Mahal, Raj Mahal, Ram Raja Temple, and Laxmi Narayan Temple.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Orchha.
Day 06: Orchha- Shivpuri
After breakfast at the hotel, we drive to Shivpuri, once the summer capital of the Scindia rulers. Shivpuri is famous for its exquisite palaces and hunting lodges and graceful, intricately carved marble chhatris (cenotaphs) erected by the Scindia princes. You can also visit the famous Madhav National Park on tours to Shivpuri.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Shivpuri.
Day 07: Shivpuri - Kota
Today after breakfast, we drive to Kota in Rajasthan, India. Arrive at Kota and check in to the hotel. After freshening up, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Kota visiting the Jagmandir Palace, Chambal Gardens, City Palace, Kota Fort and Rao Madho Singh Museum.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Kota.
Day 08: Kota - Chittorgarh
After breakfast at the hotel, we drive to Chittorgarh, the legendary city of Rajasthan. Chittorgarh is the epitome of Rajput pride, bravery and sacrifice. Arrive at Chittorgarh and check in to the hotel to relax. Evening will be free for independent activities.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Chittorgarh
Day 09: Chittorgarh -Udaipur
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Chittorgarh. Visit the magnificent Chittorgarh Fort, Vijay Stambh (Tower of Victory), Kirti Stambh (Tower of Fame), Rana Kumbha Palace, Padmini Palace and Kalika Mata Temple.
Thereafter, we proceed to Udaipur, the city of lakes by road. Arrive at Udaipur and check into the hotel and relax. Evening will be free for leisure activities.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Udaipur.
Day 10: Udaipur
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a half day guided sightseeing tour of Udaipur visiting the enchanting City Palace, Lake Palace, Jag Niwas, Saheliyon-ki-Bari Garden and the Jag Mandir. Evening will be free for independent activities.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Udaipur.
Day 11: Udaipur - Jodhpur
After breakfast at the hotel, we drive to the historic Rajput city of Jodhpur. Arrive at Jodhpur and check into the hotel and relax. After freshening up, enjoy a half day guided sightseeing tour of Jodhpur. Visit the famous Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum and Jaswant Thada. Evening will be free for leisure activities.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Jodhpur.
Day 12: Jodhpur - Jaisalmer
Today we will drive to Jaisalmer, located in the heart of the Thar Desert in the western part of Rajasthan, India. Jaisalmer is famous for its golden sandstone architecture, and enchanting sand dunes and camel safaris. Arrive at Jaisalmer and check into the hotel and relax. Evening will be free for leisure activities.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Jaisalmer.
Day 13: Jaisalmer
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer. Visit the 12th century Jaisalmer Golden Fort, Jaisalmer Havelis (mansions), Gadisisar Sagar Tank, Tazia Tower, and enjoy the spectacular sunset over the enchanting sand dunes at Sam.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Jaisalmer.
Day 14: Jaisalmer -Bikaner
Today we will drive to Bikaner, where you will see the famous Junagarh Fort, Lalgadh Palace, Kali Temple, Ganga Golden Jubilee museum, and the Camel Breeding Research Farm, believed to be the largest in the world.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Bikaner.
Day 15: Bikaner - Mandawa
After breakfast at the hotel, explore the colorful bazaars of Bikaner for some last minute shopping. Later, we drive to Mandawa known for its beautiful mansions and castles with exquisite paintings on their walls. Arrive at Mandawa and check into your hotel and relax.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Mandawa.
Day 16: Mandawa - Delhi
After breakfast, enjoy sightseeing tour of Mandawa. Visit the famous Mandawa Castle, Mandawa Fort and the beautiful painted havelis among other attractions of Mandawa.
Later, we proceed to Delhi by road. Arrive at Delhi and check in at the hotel and relax.
Overnight stay will be at the hotel in Delhi.
Day 17: Delhi - Tour Concludes
On time transfer to the airport to board a flight for your onward destination or way back home with unforgettable memories of your Taj Mahal and Rajasthan Tour.
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