Classical North India Tour
10 nights / 11 days
Delhi / Agra / Jaipur / Jodhpur / Udaipur / Delhi
About This Tour:
This tour is ideal for a first time visitor to India, visiting some of the best-known culturally rich and historically important sights of India. Your journey starts in India's capital - Delhi, a bustling metropolis with a perfect blend of the ancient and the modern. You then travel to Agra, home of the world's most famous monument of love - the Taj Mahal. Your tour then takes you through the desert state of Rajasthan, where you visit the colorful "Pink city" of Jaipur, the "blue city" of Jodhpur and the "Venice of the East" Udaipur, before returning to Delhi in time for some last minute shopping or in time for your flight home.
Duration: 11 days
Destinations: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur
Day-01 Arrive Delhi:
You will be met on your arrival at Delhi International airport and transferred to hotel. No activity is scheduled today, since most International flights arrive into Delhi late evening. Overnight at the hotel.
Day-02 In Delhi (B):
At 0900 hours, meet your tour guide and your fellow travelers for a short briefing in the Hotel Lobby followed by a full day combined sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi visiting - The mighty Red Fort, Friday Mosque -- Jama Masjid, The silver street of Chandni Chowk, Raj Ghat -- the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi, The Hindu temple -- Birla Mandir, The India Gate -- a 42 m high war memorial, The Rashtrapati Bhawan -- President's House, The tomb of Emperor Humayun, Qutab Minar -- a 73 m high victory tower and The Bahai Temple -- shaped like a lotus flower and a proof of India's secularism. Overnight at the hotel.
Day-03 Drive Delhi - Agra (B):
Early morning depart for Agra (220 kms--4 hours) and check in at hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Agra city visiting the world famous Taj Mahal. One of the wonders of the world -- a monument of love created by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal and perhaps the most perfect architectural monument of the world, The Red fort -- a testament to the rise and fall of the Mughal empire built by Emperor Akbar in red sand stone over 400 years ago. Overnight at the hotel.
Day-04 Drive Agra - Jaipur (B):
Early morning depart for Jaipur (250 kms--5 hours) en-route visiting Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted capital of Emperor Akbar approximately 35 kms outside Agra. Built in the 16th century, this city was abandoned 12 years later due to a scarcity of water. The entire city of Red sand stone (sand stone palaces and temples) is virtually intact and a site worth seeing is the 54 m high main entrance. The Buland Darwaza, The gate of victory constructed to commemorate Akbar's victory in Gujarat.
In the afternoon, drive ahead to reach Jaipur, Check in at hotel & enjoy the evening relaxing. Later you will be taken to Chowki Dhani, India's 5* Ethnic Village where you will enjoy an evening of cultural programs, puppet shows, magic shows & camel cart rides in true Rajasthani style. Return to hotel. Overnight in Jaipur.
Day-05 In Jaipur (B):
A full day sightseeing tour of Jaipur -- the pink city takes you to the Hawa Mahal -- The Palace of Winds, the facade of which is all pink windows and filigree screens, The Jantar Mantar -- the largest and best preserved 18th century stone observatory, The City Palace --still the home of the former royalty H.H Bhawani Singh Ji of Jaipur housing an extensive collection of art, carpets and old weapons.
Also visit to Amber Fort, situated 11 kms away from Jaipur, Amber was once the ancient capital of Jaipur state. The fort is a superb example of Rajput architecture, stunningly situated on a hillside & overlooking a lake, which reflects its terraces & ramparts. The climb to the fort is on gaily-bedecked Elephants. Overnight at the hotel.
Day-06 Drive Jaipur - Jodhpur (B):
Early morning depart for Jodhpur (330 kms-7 hours) and check in at hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day-07 In Jodhpur (B):
Morning sightseeing tour of Jodhpur city. Your tour of this desert city takes you to one of the most imposing Forts -- The Mehrangarh Fort, with its intricately carved sand stone edifice setting, seemingly impregnable and built a top a 400 ft high rock. Close to the Fort is The Jaswant Thada -- the royal crematorium and a cenotaph of the rulers of Jodhpur built in translucent white marble. Walk through the local giridkot and The Sardar market, colorful bazaars where one can shop for textiles, handicrafts and clay figurines. Overnight at the hotel.
Day-08 Drive Jodhpur - Udaipur (B):
Early morning depart for Udaipur (275 kms--6 hours) and check in at hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day-09 In Udaipur (B):
After breakfast, sightseeing tour of Udaipur city. One of most romantic cities of Rajasthan, Udaipur is better known as the city of lakes. Your tour takes you to City Palace -- towering over the lake, this is the largest palace complex in Rajasthan, and the main part of the palace is preserved as a museum with a large & varied collection of glass, porcelain figures & miniature paintings. Located only 150 mts from the city palace is the famous Jagdish temple -- which enshrines a black stone image of Lord Vishnu as Jagannath, Lord of the universe and Saheliyon ki bari -- or garden of the maids of honor. A small ornamental garden with fountains, stone elephants & a delightful lotus pool.Evening boat ride at Lake Pichola,Udaipur. Overnight at the hotel.
Day-10 Fly Udaipur - Delhi (B):
Transfer to the airport in time to connect flight for Delhi. Met on arrival in Delhi and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day at leisure to relax or do some last minute shopping. Overnight at the hotel.
Day-11 Depart Delhi (B):
Checkout of Hotel at 1200hrs and transfer to the airport in time to connect your flight home.
Inclusions:
- Accommodation on single/twin/triple occupancy.
- Full English breakfast daily.
- Land transportation exactly as per itinerary using an air-conditioned car/coach.
- Sightseeing tours exactly as per itinerary along with an English (Or any other foreign langusge) speaking guide.
- Rajasthani cultural programme at Chokhi Dhani resort, Jaipur.
- Elephant ride at the Amber Fort, Jaipur.
- Boat ride at Lake Pichola, Udaipur.
- Complimentary mineral water and soft drinks during long drives.
- All applicable taxes.
Exclusions:
- International airfare to/from India >/
- Visas
- Meals other than Breakfast
- Expenses of personal nature like beverages/laundry/phone calls etc.
- Gratuities
Camera fees
Any items not specifically mentioned in inclusions above.
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