Rajasthan is a princely state which is packed full of forts and palaces of extreme beauty and majesty. On this tour you travel from bustling cities to baron desserts and sacred lakes, you will experience a breathtaking variety of scenes. A chance to ride a camel and an elephant add to the excitement.The finale has to be the Taj Mahal which wins the absolute first prize in extravagant buildings.
Highlights
* Visit the Taj Mahal
* Take an elephant ride
* See magnificent Forts
* Explore beautiful Palaces
* Ride a camel in the desert
Day 1: Delhi
Arrive in the busy and bustling city of Delhi, be prepared for a riot of noise, vibrancy, hustle and bustle which will awaken every sense in your body.
Overnight at hotel on bed and breakfast basis.
Day 2: Delhi
A full day exploring the busy city of Delhi. There is much to see and take in while you explore this crazy mixture of old and new, with bustling bazaars, ancient monuments and modern buildings. You will see the Red Fort the largest mosque in Asia and the Ghandi memorial site.
Overnight at hotel on bed and breakfast basis.
Day 3: Mandawa
Drive to Madawa, the region which lies between Delhi, Jaipur and Bikaner in North West Rajasthan. This area is famed for its mansions or havelis built in the 18th & 19th centuries by wealthy merchants. You will visit one such haveli and can admire the intricate details within. After this you will take a short camel ride.
Overnight at hotel on bed and breakfast basis.
Day 4: Mandawa – Bikaner
Onwards to Bikaner where you visit the amazing Jumagarth Fort built in 1611 AD and several impressive palaces.
Overnight at hotel on bed and breakfast basis.
Day 5: Bikaner – Jaisalmer
Travelling on you reach Jaisalmer, the fortified town which is a small jewel in the Great Indian Desert.
Overnight at hotel on bed and breakfast basis.
Day 6: Jaisalmer
A full day exploring Jaisalmer, including the impressive Fort with its temples and mansions you will see stone carving and lattice work of breathtaking intricacy. This evening board a camel again and head for the dunes at sunset. Today is surely a photographers dream come true.
Overnight at hotel on bed and breakfast basis.
Day 7 : Jaisalmer to Jodhpur
Another magnificent Fort to visit today as you arrive at Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur here you will witness unsurpassed beauty and grandeur at one of India’s largest forts.
Overnight hotel on bed and breakfast basis.
Day 8: Jodhupur – Udaipur
You drive on to Udaipur visiting Ranakpur temples enroute in this area of Pilgrimage. In the evening explore the local bazaar for an insight into the people of this region.
Overnight at hotel on bed and breakfast basis.
Day 9 : Udaipur
Today you take in the treasure of the Lakeside city of Udaipur with its lavish gardens, temples, shrines and magnificent city palace. Relax in the evening as you cruise on the lake.
Overnight at hotel on bed and breakfast basis.
Day 10: Uadipur – Pushkar
Onwards to Pushkar which sits beside a most sacred lake. Each November a magnificent camel fair takes place here.
Day 11 Pushkar – Jaipur
A long drive and time to relax today as you travel to Jaipur.
Day 12: Jaipur
Today you visit the Amber Fort and see the world from a whole new perspective as you ride an elephant. Later visit the City Palace and witness a perfect blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture.
Day 13: Jaipur – Agra
Your tour is reaching an end as you visit the ancient city of Fatehpur Sikri and old deserted town from the Mughal Dynasty before arriving in Agra.
Day 14: Agra
The Taj Mahal makes a fitting climax to this tour of India’s most wonderful Forts and Palaces. The Taj is a monument to love carved in white marble. It has to be one of the world’s finest buildings. Later see the Red Fort where you will learn more of the events which led to the building of the Taj.
Day 15: Agra – Delhi
Your splendid journey ends as you drive to Delhi and make your return flight home.
What will it cost?
From £629 per person in 3 star hotel accommodation-
Or from £792 per person in 4 star hotel accommodation-
Costs are for 2 persons sharing a room and tour arrangements as described above.
Plus approximately £450/£500 for your return airfare (London/Delhi/London) and approx £70 for domestic airfare Delhi/Udaipur.
Valid from 01 January to 01 October, subject to availability at time of booking.
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