Embark on an extraordinary journey to the heart of India with this private tour in 9 nights and 10 days. Starting in the capital city, Delhi, which is home to the iconic Leela Palace 5*. You will then head to Agra from where you will be able to admire the Taj Mahal and explore Jaipur and Udaipur between Bollywood shows and cruises. In the evenings, you will rest in luxury hotels and palaces, each more sublime than the other, for a magical stay in the land of the maharajas.

Your itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Delhi

Day 2: Delhi

Day 3: Delhi - Agra

Day 4: Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur

Day 5: Jaipur

Day 6: Jaipur - Udaipur

Day 7: Udaipur

Day 8: Udaipur

Day 9: Udaipur - Delhi

Day 10: Depart Delhi

You will arrive in the evening at New Delhi’s International Airport. Following Customs/Immigration formalities and baggage collection, our representative will meet you as you exit the arrivals terminal building after which you would be transferred to your hotel.

Upon arrival at the hotel, proceed to check-in at the hotel.

India’s capital and a major gateway to the country, contemporary Delhi is a bustling metropolis, which successfully combines in its folds - the ancient with the modern. Amidst the fast-growing number of skyscrapers, the remnants of a bygone time in the form of its many monuments stand as silent reminders of the region’s ancient legacy. The first impressions for any visitor travelling in from the airport are of a specious, garden city, tree-lined with a number of beautiful parks.

DAY  02:        DELHI

After Buffet Breakfast at the Hotel

Proceed for Full day combined city tour of Old and New Delhi. Old Delhi had been the capital of Mughal India between the 12th and 19th centuries. See the 17th-century Jama Masjid and walk through the narrow, winding lanes of colourful and bustling Chandni Chowk. You will be taking a rickshaw ride through these bazaars. Also visit the Mughal Empire’s most opulent fort, the Red Fort.

In the afternoon proceed to New Delhi. Visit the Presidential Palace, the one-time imperial residence of the British viceroys; the India Gate, a memorial raised in honour of the Indian soldiers martyred during the Afghan war and a drive along the Rajpath past the Parliament House and secretarial buildings. Visit Qutab Minar, the 12th-century tower of victory built by a slave king and the prototype of all minars (towers) in India. Also visit the 16th-century Humayun’s tomb, a precursor to the Taj Mahal. 

Dinner & overnight at the hotel.

DAY 03:  DELHI – AGRA                                                              (210 Kms +- 4h30)

After a buffet breakfast at the hotel; you will be driven from Delhi to Agra (Approx. 210 km / 4 hours).  Upon arrival, proceed to check in at your hotel.

Agra in terms of ambience is still associated with its Mughal period. The Mughals besides being great rulers were also great builders and they preserved their best architectural wonders for Agra & its neighbourhood. It has many wonderful monuments and the Taj Mahal, the greatest of them all, is a masterpiece of Mughal architecture at its best. The massive but elegant Agra Fort, the delicate artistry of Itimad-ud-daulah’s tomb, the magnificent Taj and Akbar’s deserted capital, Fatehpur Sikri, are each unique and outstanding. Their architectural genius can also be seen in the forts, palaces and aesthetically laid out gardens - each one a silent witness to a grand style of a golden era.

In the afternoon you will be visiting Agra Fort, an outstanding example of Mughal architecture. Agra Fort - the seat and the stronghold of the Mughal Empire under successive generations. This was the seat of Mughal rule and administration and the present structure owes its origins to Akbar who erected the walls and gates and the first buildings on the eastern banks of the Yamuna River. Shah Jehan added the impressive quarters and the mosque while Aurangzeb added the outer ramparts. Visit its Hall of Public Audience and its Royal Pavilions.

Later proceed for a sunset visit to The Taj Mahal (closed on Fridays). Midway Tonga’s “horse carriages” would be waiting for you and will drop you at the gates of the Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal is everything that has been said about it and more. Taking 22 years and 20,000 men to build, the white marble was quarried 200 miles away and was transported to the site by a fleet of 1000 elephants. Built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as an expression of his love for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, in mid 17th century, the Taj Mahal is truly one of the wonders of the world. Though the Taj appears to be amazingly perfect from almost any angle, it is the close-up marble inlay work, which is really astounding. You will have ample time to view and be mesmerized by this outstanding piece of architecture. 

Dinner & overnight at the hotel.

After a buffet breakfast, you will be driven from Agra to Jaipur (235 KMS / 6 hours) en-route visiting Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted red sandstone city, built by the Great Mughal Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace in the late 16th century.  It was abandoned soon after it was built when the local wells went dry and it remains today in much the same condition that it was over 300 years ago. It is complete with palaces and mosques and used to be a town larger than London when it was originally constructed. Now it is an extraordinary place to wander around with its buildings in near-perfect condition.  

After your visit, continue your drive to Jaipur and upon arrival, proceed to check in at your hotel.

Rajasthan’s kingdoms are an enduring legacy of India’s history. A land endowed with invincible forts, magnificent palaces ad waves of sand dunes and serene lakes. No other region in the country assembles the many paradoxes of India, as does the desert land of Rajasthan. By far it is the most colourful region in India.

Jaipur's past is never too far from hand. The city of victory, Jaipur presides over the fascinating desert state and its people: surrounded by rugged hills, each crowned by a formidable fort; and beautiful palaces, mansions and gardens dotted throughout its precincts. The palaces and forts of yesteryear that were witness to royal processions and splendour are now living monuments, accepted quite naturally into the lifestyles of the people of the "pink city".  Except for the busy traffic of bicycles, cars and buses, little seems to have changed.  There is a timeless quality to Jaipur's bazaars and its people.  With its historical past, Jaipur revives legends of the ancient Rajputs.  The dresses of the women and the turbans of the men add colour to this fascinating city.

Upon arrival, proceed to check in at your hotel.

Dinner & overnight at the hotel.

DAY  05:        JAIPUR

Following a buffet breakfast, you will proceed to visit the capital of Amber to see the fabulous Amber Fort. Maharaja Mansingh, Mughal Emperor Akbar’s most successful General, started the construction of Amber Fort in the 17th century. Before the City Palace was constructed in Jaipur, Amber was the seat of power. The fort is surrounded by fortified battlements and overlooks the Moat Lake. Ruins and remains are spread over the Aravalli hills and sprawling crenulated walls lattice the surrounding area.

Jeeps to reach up to the fortress. Once on top, stroll through the sprawling complex of courtyards and halls. Many of the rooms have delightful wall paintings, with precious stones and mirrors inlaid in the walls. Most fascinating, perhaps, is the Sheesh Mahal (hall of mirrors) where a single lamplight is reflected in the many mirrors, lighting up the room.

En route to Amber Fort, you will stop and see the `Palace of Winds, otherwise known as Hawa Mahal. It is really an elaborate facade behind which the ladies of the court used to watch the daily goings on in the street below. It is extremely intricate in its pink sandstone carving. The cool wind blows through its facade of windows and latticed screens through which the queens of the court once viewed the streets of the city.

Afternoon, you will visit the City Palace, which is an overwhelming complex of exquisite palaces, gardens and courtyards, decorative art and carved doorways. The palace museum houses collections of rare manuscripts, armouries, costumes, carpets and miniature paintings.

Jaipur's Jantar Mantar is the most famous of five observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh in India. Jai Singh was a great admirer of progress and research made in the fields of science and technology, but he was passionate about astronomy. There is a very interesting story behind the construction of this observatory, considered the largest stone observatory in the world. Sawai Jai Singh sent his emissaries to all parts of the world before commencing the construction of this observatory. The emissaries returned with many manuals on astronomy containing cutting-edge technological information. One of these manuals was a copy of La Hire's "Tables". The king ordered the observatory to be built according to the details contained in this manual. When the construction ended, to the astonishment of the king and others, the observatory was 20 seconds more accurate than the one mentioned in "Table.

Bollywood Movie at Raj Mandir after Dinner

Overnight at the hotel

DAY 06:         JAIPUR – UDAIPUR                                                          (390 kms +- 07h)

Breakfast will be at the hotel.  

Morning you will leave for Udaipur.

Rajasthan is romantic with tales of valour and chivalry, and a history that brings to life forts and palaces and court intrigues.  But Udaipur is different - an interlude for the diehard romantics.  A splash of colour in colourful Rajasthan that's brighter, tinged with the tones of local legends and lores.  Here are lakes that come as a surprise in sandy Rajasthan, and forested hills where wildlife still abounds.  And in the lakes or by their edges are palaces straight out of fairy tales, each more beautiful than the other.  There are rugged fortresses too -- Chittaurgarh and Kumbalgarh, where the history of Udaipur is told as if it were but a page from yesterday.  For in Udaipur the past lives and breathes with the present.

Dinner & overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast, you will proceed to visit the vast and exquisite City Palace, a well-fortified, majestic white monument. The main entrance, a triple-arched gate named the Tripolia, was built in 1725 and is a marvel. The Suraj Gokhada, the Balcony of the Sun, where the Suryavanshi Maharanas of Mewar presented themselves in times of trouble to the people to restore their confidence, is also a fascinating sight.

Afternoon visit the Jagdish Temple, a 16th-century temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, it is the largest and most splendid temple in Udaipur

Drive past Fateh Sagar Lake and visit Sahelion-ki-Bari, the Garden of the Maids-of-Honor, which has numerous fountains in four pools, embellished with delicately chiselled kiosks and elephants. The garden brings to the fore the unique lifestyle of the royal ladies, who once strolled through these gardens.

Later in the afternoon, take a boat cruise on Lake Pichola to visit Jag Mandir Palace by common boat, which covers almost four acres and is noted for its marble pavilion and imposing dome. You’ll see people doing their laundry on the shores of the lake against the backdrop of the massive City Palace and the old city.

Dinner & overnight will be at the hotel.

DAY 08:         UDAIPUR

Breakfast will be at the hotel. The day will be at leisure with Car at disposal.

Enjoy the dance show at Bagore ki Haveli.

Dinner & overnight will be at the hotel.

DAY 09:         UDAIPUR – DELHI                                                                         By Flight

Breakfast will be at the hotel.

Morning transfer to the airport to board the flight for Delhi.

Arrive & check in to the hotel.

Time free for shopping.

Dinner & overnight will at the hotel.

DAY 10:         LEAVE DELHI – Departure Flight

Breakfast will be at the hotel. In time transfer to the airport to board the flight for the onwards destination

During your Rajasthan adventure, you will stay at the following hotels and palaces:

In Delhi: The Leela Palace 5*.

In Agra: Jaypee Palace 5*.

In Jaipur: ITC Rajputana

In Udaipur: The Leela Palace 5*.

In Delhi (return): Taj Vivanta Dwarka 5*

Choose to upgrade Full Board Basis (breakfast, lunch and evening meal served in the main restaurant - excludes drinks) at the next stage of the booking process for an additional fee.

A trip to New Delhi, India's dynamic capital, will introduce you to teeming bazaars, tree-lined boulevards, fascinating temples and historically important mosques. Somewhere between a place of intense spirituality and a dynamic eastern metropolis, this city offers something for all its visitors.

Its turbulent history is reflected in a wide variety of architectural styles, which testify to how the city has been destroyed and rebuilt many times. To see an example of the city's diverse cultural heritage, visit the Qutab Minar. This sandstone and marble brick minaret marked the beginning of Muslim rule in India. A short distance away, walkable by rickshaw, is the Presidential Palace (Rashtrapati Bhavan), where you can see the English and Indian architectural influences that characterise much of New Delhi. Walking along Rajpath Avenue (the King's Way), one can admire the Gateway of India, the monument to the Indian nation.