Rajasthan is a northern Indian state bordering Pakistan. Its palaces and forts are reminders of the many kingdoms that historically...
Day 01 : Arrival at Delhi
After arrival at International Airport in Delhi, Grand Tours India Representatives will greet and assist you to transfer to the hotel. DELHI, the capital of kingdoms and empires is now a sprawling metropolis with a fascinating blend of the past and the present. It is a perfect introduction to the composite culture of an ancient land. A window to the kaleidoscope - that is India. Dinner and overnight stay will be at Hotel.
Day 02 : Delhi
After hearty breakfast, enjoy a half day tour of Old & New Delhi. Visit at Jama Masjid, Red Fort, Qutub Minar, India Gate, Humaun Tomb, President House and many worth seeing sights. Come back to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 03: Delhi - Agra (By Road 221 km/05 hrs)
After hearty breakfast at hotel, Proceed to Agra by surface. Upon arrival in Agra, Grand Tours India Representatives will assist you to transfer to the hotel. Proceed for sightseeing of the city of Taj. Enjoy battery van ride to the Taj Mahal.
TAJ MAHAL :Little needs to be said about this architectural wonder which is always the soul raison-de-etre for every tourist's visit to Agra. Built by Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble memorial to his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. This monument took 22 years to be completed and was designed, and planned by Persian architect Ustad Isa. Apart from its dazzling design balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted particularly for its elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of the best inlay work ever seen.
Proceed for sightseeing to the AGRA FORT :Built by the famed Mughal emperor Akbar in 1565 AD, the fort is predominantly of red sandstone. Ensconced within is the picture perfect Pearl Mosque, which is a major tourist attraction. Visit Itmadullah's Tomb built by Empress NOOR JEHAN in memory of her father (The interiors of which are considered better than the Taj). Relax in the evening. Dinner and overnight stay will be at Agra.
Day 04 : Agra - Jaipur (By Road 221 km/05 hrs)
After hearty breakfast drive to beautiful Pink City - Jaipur. Upon arrival in Jaipur, Grand Tours India Representatives will assist you to transfer to the hotel. Jaipur is the capital of the state of Rajasthan. The city is popularly known as the Pink City because in the old city almost buildings are colored in pink colour. Explore the pink city with visit at magnificent city place complex, Jantar Mantar-the largest and best preserved of Sawai Jai Singh’s five observatories, Hawa Mahal – the Palace of Winds, splendid Jaigarh Fort, grand Jal Mahal and many mind blowing and eye catching sights. Come back to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 05 : Jaipur
After hearty breakfast drive to Amber Palace. Enjoy Elephant Back ascent to the Fort. Continue city sightseeing. Shopping in the evening or relax. Dinner and overnight stay will be at hotel in Jaipur.
Day 06 : Jaipur - Jodhpur (By Road 280 km/06 hrs)
After hearty breakfast in the morning, drive to Jodhpur. Upon arrival in Jodhpur, Grand Tours India Representatives will assist you to transfer to the hotel. Set at the edge of the THAR Desert, the majestic city of Jodhpur booms with tales of ancient times in the barrenness of the desert. Once the capital of the Marwar state, it was founded in 1459 AD by Rao Jodha-chief of the RATHORE clan of Rajputs who claimed to be descendants of Rama - the epic hero of the RAMAYANA. The massive 15th century AD Mehrangarh Fort looms on the top of a rocky hill, soaring 125 Mts. Above the plains. The city is encompassed by a high wall -10 km long with 8 gates and innumerable bastions.
In the afternoon visit Mehrangarh Fort (1459 AD) by Rao Jodha who considered themselves the descendents of Lord Rama. In this palace you would see different miniature paintings & cradle room. After this you would visit Jaswant Thada Memorial. After sightseeing come back to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay will be at hotel in Jodhpur.
Day 07 : Jodhpur - Udaipur (By Road 250km/ 05 hrs)
After hearty breakfast in the morning, drive to Udaipur. Visit Ranakpur en route. A visit to the famous Jain Temple, dating back to the 15th century is part of the itinerary. 200 pillars, none of which are alike, support its 29 halls. The Temple abounds with intricate friezes and sculptures. Includes visits to two more Jain temples and the Temple of the Sun God with its erotic sculptures. Arrive in Udaipur. Upon arrival in Udaipur, Grand Tours India Representatives will assist you to transfer to the hotel.
The city of Dawn, Udaipur is a lovely land around the azure lake, hemmed in by the lush hills of the Aravallis. A vision in white drenched in romance and beauty, Udaipur is a fascinating blend of sights, sound and experiences and inspiration for the imagination of poets, painters and writers. Its kaleidoscope of fairy-tale palaces, lakes, temples, gardens and narrow lanes strewn with stalls, carry the flavor of a heroic past, epitomizing valor and chivalry. Their reflection in the placid waters of the Lake Pichhola is an enticing sight. Overnight stay will be at Udaipur.
Day 08 : Udaipur
After hearty breakfast in the morning, enjoy the sightseeing tour of Udaipur. Visit at the City Palace. Here you will marvel at rooms with mirrored walls and ivory doors, colored glass windows and inlaid marble balconies and the Peacock Courtyard. Afterwards proceed for Evening Motor launch cruise on the placid waters of Lake Pichola. From the boat you will be able to view the city of Udaipur as it rises majestically above the lake in the middle of the Rajasthan desert. Also visit the Jag Mandir Palace - the other island palace in the middle of the lake. Spend some time at the Jag Mandir Palace. Visit the 300-year-old Jagdish Temple and the Royal Cenotaphs of the Rajput kings. Relax in the evening. Overnight stay will be at Udaipur.
Day 09 : Udaipur - Pushkar (By Road 250km/05hrs)
After hearty breakfast proceed for Pushkar. Arrive in Ajmer. Ajmer situated in the green oasis wrapped in the barren hills has been a witness to an interesting past. The city was founded by Raja Ajay Pal Chauhan in the 7th Century AD and continued to be a major center of the Chauhan power till 1193 AD when Prithviraj Chauhan lost it to Mohammed Ghauri. Since then, Ajmer became home to many dynasties, which came and left leaving behind indelible marks of their culture and traditions on the city's history, converting it to an amalgam of various cultures and blend of Hinduism and Islam. Today, Ajmer is a popular pilgrimage center for the Hindus as well as Muslims. Especially famous is the Dargah Sharif Tomb of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, which is equally revered by the Hindus and Muslims. Visit the DARGAH. Reach Pushkar by noon and relax. Upon arrival, Grand Tours India Representatives will assist you to transfer to the PUSHKAR PALACE. Dinner and overnight stay will be at Pushkar Palace.
Day 10 : Pushkar - Kishangrah - Delhi (By Road 352km/07 hrs)
After hearty breakfast in the morning drive to Kishangarh. Upon arrival at Kishangarh, Grand Tours India Representatives will assist you to transfer to the hotel. Visit Kishangarh Fort. Around the fort of Kishangarh is the moat and garden - on which "Phool Mahal" was built in AD 1870 and was the Palace of the flowers for the Maharaja's of Kishangarh. A private residence of the Royal Family of Kishangarh opens for the discerning traveler. The Palace has lovely views of centuries old "Gundalao Lake" - where herons fly and peacocks strut in fanned delight. The lake water beneath the graceful Palace is a paradise to flamingoes, pelicans, wild duck and the SARUS CRANE. Lunch will be at PHOOL MAHAL PALACE. Start for Delhi and reach by evening. Upon arrival in Delhi, Grand Tours India Representatives will assist you to transfer for connecting flight home from the international airport.