Splendours of Rajasthan

Arrive at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport. As you exit, you will be met by an Indian Vistas representative and escorted to the hotel and assistance will be offered during check in formalities.

After breakfast this morning, your private guide and driver will meet you in the hotel lobby and proceed for the days activities.
Old Delhi Walk : Old Delhi is a happy marriage between historic structures and present-day socio-cultural traditions. Our experience gives you a rare glimpse of serenity in the labyrinthine alleys of the Walled City, which are at their most accommodating during this time of the day. Gaze at spectacular havelis and discover the latent charm of the area right before the bustle sets in.
Visit Jama Masjid, the largest practising mosque in India.

During the walk you will cover main Street of Chandni Chowk, Dariba Kalan, Kinari Bazaar, Paranthe Wali Gali [Lane of stuffed breads] & Ballimaran, Khari Baoli [Spice Market].

Visit the mighty Red Fort followed by “cycle rickshaws” through the lanes of “Chandni Chowk” or Silver Street, experiencing the sights and sounds of this very busy Avenue.

Visit the Humayun’s Tomb - the magnificent structure in red sandstone and white marble – one of the finest examples of the garden tomb and a precursor to the Taj Mahal.

Your guide will recommend suitable lunch and dinner venue options.

After breakfast this morning, check out and drive to Agra in your private car. The driver will be happy to offer suggestions for a washroom break.

Upon arrival in Agra, the Indian Vistas representative wil meet you in the hotel lobby and assist with check in.

This afternoon, enjoy a guided walk in the narrow lanes and bazaars of Agra. Also visit the spectacular Agra Fort.

The guide will offer suggestions for lunch and dinner venues.

Early this morning your guide will pick you up and take you to see the monument of love, the Taj Mahal, by the light of the rising sun.

It is said that the world is divided into two parts; those who have seen the Taj Mahal and those who have not.

Return to your hotel for breakfast, after which you wil check out and drive to Jaipur. Enroute, visit the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri. This exquisite city built by Mughal Emperor Akbar the Great in 1569, in red sandstone, with its forts, palaces and mosques was abandoned 14 years after its creation due to political reasons.

Also visit the Chand Baori which is a stepwell situated in the village of Abhaneri.

Later this evening, arrive at Jaipur. The Indian Vitas representative will meet you in the hotel lobby and assist with check in formalities.

Amber – The Medieval Rajput Citadel

Amber, the former capital of Jaipur state is stunningly situated on a hillside and overlooking a lake.

“I have seen many royal palaces, but for varied and picturesque effect, for the richness of carving, for wild beauty of situation and the strangeness of finding such a building in such a place and country, I am able to compare nothing with Amber.” Bishop Heber, 1824.

Proceed to the highly ornamented Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds which has no less than 953 little windows and balconies.
Later visit the imposing City Palace now a museum this was the former royal residence and which now houses a museum.

We will embark on an adventure of discovery of the city of Jaipur as we take bi-cycle rickshaws to the narrow and winding lanes of the city markets experiencing the various interesting sights and sounds.

Today we will drive Jaipur to Jodhpur. Enroute we will visit the historic city of Pushkar, a pilgrimage for Hindus. This small town is home to the Pushkar Lake and the only temple dedicated to Lord Brahma, the creator of the universe as per Hinduism.
Your private guide will be happy to propose lunch options in the city.

Visit Salawas Village to witness Durry weaving. A Durry is basically a floor cover, somewhat resembling a drugget, woven on a loom using cotton or silk yarn, or goat or camel hair. It may be used as a throw rug, or a bedside rug, or to cover corridors and passages, or even to replace a carpet.

City tour of Jodhpur - The tour includes Meherangarh Fort the majestic fort, one of the most impressive & formidable in the whole of fort studded Rajasthan and Jaswant Thada the Royal Cenotaphs.

Today drive to Udaipur enroute visit to Ranakpur - these magnificent 15th century Jain temples are situated in a deep secluded valley of the Aravalli Hills. Though over 500 years old, the temples here are superbly preserved in a near-perfect condition! In the centre is the main “Chaumukha temple” dedicated to Adinath. The most distinctive features are the 29 halls supported by 1444 pillars, of which no two are exactly alike. Every conceivable surface is carved, and every corner and angle are engraved with Jain images.

Proceed for a city tour of the stunning City Palace - The City Palace was once the home of the Mewar rulers. Most of the Palace is converted into a museum and a luxurious hotel. Wander through the markets and bazaars to get a feel of the city situated close behind the City Palace.

Evening enjoys the Sunset Boat Cruise on Lake Pichola visiting the Jagmandir Island – situated in the middle of this romantic lake.

Day is at leisure for independent activities.

On time drive to Udaipur Airport to board your flight to Mumbai.

Arrive Mumbai and transfer to the hotel.

Visit to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya - Barely a stone's throw from the Gateway of India is the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangralaya, formerly the Prince of Wales Museum, a magnificent, but somewhat strange structure, built in a confluence of Gothic and Moorish styles, and crowned by a sparkling white dome. It boasts a good collection of ancient Indus Valley artifacts dating back to 2000 BC, plus some priceless Tibetan and Nepali Art.

On time check-out from the hotel and drive to Mumbai International Airport to board your flight to onward journey.