Package Overview :
Take on the 9 nights and 10 days Rajasthan Tour with Taj. Explore the impressive lifestyle of the former Rajputana rulers of Rajasthan. There are numerous forts and palaces in India, which symbolize rich architecture and glory of past. These monuments indicate that India was once a richest of all the countries. These structures never failed to catch the attention of the tourists. Therefore, thousands of tourists from all over the world visit India every year, to witness the beauty of these architectural structures.
This is the perfect itinerary that provides you with the opportunity to explore the beautiful forts and palaces with temples located in popular cities of the country like Jaipur, Udaipur, holy city Pushkar and Agra. Also, enjoy sightseeing in Delhi. You will enjoy visiting each monument as each of them is known for its majestic architectural beauty. This traditional forts and palaces tour will help you to know about the history related to these masterpieces.
Itinerary :
Day 1
Arrive Delhi
On your arrival at Delhi airport late in the evening, you will be assisted by our representative to your hotel. Have a relaxing overnight stay.
Day 2
Delhi
Have a relishing and assorted breakfast then leave for Delhi sightseeing, which includes both Old and New Delhi. Enjoy your guided tours to the prominent tourist attractions like Jama Masjid and Red Fort. Enjoy a rickshaw ride in the busy narrow lanes of Chandni Chowk. Post lunch you will visit the Diplomat Enclave, President’s House, India Gate, Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar. You will then return back to your hotel, have a sumptuous dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.
Day 3
Delhi - Agra
Post breakfast, you will begin your road journey for Agra. Visit Sikandra - the mausoleum of Mughal emperor Akbar. On reaching Agra, you will be assisted to your hotel, where you will have lunch. Later in the evening, you will visit the magnificent Taj Mahal, which is popular for being one of the Seven Wonders of the World. This impressive white marble mausoleum was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, in the memory of Mumtaz Mahal, his beloved wife. Witness the sunset and the mesmerizing beauty of Taj Mahal at the same time. Attend a puppet show and a folk performance in the evening. Comfortable overnight Stay at the hotel.
Day 4
Agra - Jaipur
Post breakfast, you will explore the Agra fort built by Mughal Emperor Akbar, which is popularly known as Red Fort of Agra. Then you will begin your road journey to Jaipur. En-route, explore the deserted Fatehpur Sikri. With the best Mughal architecture, it was once the capital of the Mughal dynasty. You will have your lunch in Laxmi Vilas Palace, Bharatpur. After reaching Jaipur, you will be assisted to the hotel. Go for a leisurely walk around. Enjoy a relishing dinner at Chokhi Dhani, a traditional village resort. Have a funfilled evening with camel ride, cultural performance and traditional food. Have a relaxing overnight stay.
Day 5
Jaipur
After having your breakfast, visit the Amber Fort. You will enjoy a jeep ride or an ascending elephant safari as the fort is at the top of the hill. This magnificent fort was built during the reign of Raja Man Singh I. Visit Diwan-e-Khas, Sheesh Mahal, Sila Devi Temple and Ganesh Pol. After lunch, visit the City Palace, which is known for the perfect combination of Mughal and Rajasthani architectural styles. Visit the costume Museum for beautiful traditional dress material and handiwork like Bandhej, Zari, Gota, Kimkhambs and Jama etc. Visit the astronomical observatory called Jantar Mantar, founded by Sawai Jai Singh II in 1716. End the day’s exploration, visiting Hawa Mahal, the Palace of Wind. It is famous for its beehive-like structure. Have a sumptuous dinner at Raj Palace. Have a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 6
Jaipur - Jodhpur
Early in the morning, post breakfast, you will take on a road journey to Jodhpur, also known as the Sun city or the Blue city. On your arrival, check into your hotel. In the late afternoon visit impressive Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada Palace. Overnight stay at Jodhpur.
Day 7
Jodhpur - Udaipur
After having breakfast, visit the famous Umaid Bhawan Palace, therefore drive to Lake city Udaipur. En-route halt Ranakpur, it is famous for Jain temples along with other western slopes of Aravalli hills. Later drive to Udaipur, upon arrival check in to hotel and night stay.
Day 8
Udaipur
After having a breakfast, leave for sightseeing of Udaipur city. You will begin with City Palace, which is famous for its Peacock courtyard, beautiful rooms, mirrored walls, ivory doors, spacious marbled balconies, etc. Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola, in the evening. Later visit the Island Palace- Jag Mandir Palace, built at the centre of a lake. Here, you will explore an ancient temple-the Jagdish Temple which is 300 years old and the Cenotaphs of the Rajputana rulers. Have a special dinner either at Taj Lake Palace or Durbar Hall. Then you will return back to the hotel for a relaxing overnight stay.
Day 9
Udaipur - Pushkar
Post breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive towards to Pushkar, the most famed destination for Camel Fair. On arrival check into a hotel and after some relax visit the holy city of Pushkar. Like Savitri Temple, Venugopal Temple, Varsha Temple and most famous Bharma Temple. In the evening enjoy Camel cart and visit the colourful markets of Pushkar. Overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 10
Pushkar - Delhi
Post breakfast, you will be driving to Delhi, upon arrival transfer to the Delhi airport from there you will catch a flight for your journey back home.
NOTE: The above itinerary is a suggested one. It can be customized as per your wishes, interests, preferences. More cities can be added in the package as per your comfort. The sequence provided can be flexible.
