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Royal Rajasthan and Taj Mahal - 13 Days

Delhi - Day 1
Arrival in Delhi Transfer to Hotel

Delhi - Day 2
Breakfast at hotel; rest. Afternoon: Sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi, including Red Fort, Gates of India and riksha ride in Old Delhi market.

Delhi - Agra - Day 3
Shatabdi Express dep Del 6:15am, arr Agra 8:30 am; breakfast served aboard train. After hotel check-in visit Taj Mahal & Agra Fort.

Agra - Jaipur - Day 4
Breakfast at hotel and depart by car for Jaipur, visiting Fatephur Sikri enroute.

Jaipur - Day 5
Breakfast at the hotel. Full day sightseeing including: morning visit to Amber Fort with elephant ride, Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), the city palace (where the maharaja of Jaipur still resides) and the Jantar Manatr Observatory.

Jaipur - Mandawa - Day 6
Breakfast at hotel. Early morning departure for Mandawa, visiting Samode Fort enroute. Arrive at Mandawa Castle Desert Resort in time for lunch. After lunch, explore the castle, visit the bazaar and the many havelis.

Mandawa -Bikaner - Day 7
Breakfast at the hotel. Full day sightseeing including: morning visit to Amber Fort with elephant ride, Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), the city palace (where the maharaja of Jaipur still resides) and the Jantar Manatr Observatory.

Bikaner - Jaiselmer - Day 8
Breakfast at hotel and depart by car for Jaiselmer, among the most exotic towns of Rajasthan. Check in to hotel. Late afternoon, jeep ride to the sand dunes and brief camel ride in the desert til sunset.

Jaiselmer - Day 9
After breakfast visit the hilltop Fort and the ancient Jain Temples. Late afternoon, jeep ride to the sand dunes and brief camel ride in the desert til sunset.

Jaiselmer - Jodhpur - Day 10
After an early breakfast depart for Jodhpur. Afternoon: visit the 15th century Mehrangarh Fort perched majestically on a high hill. Later, if you are choosing the first class hotel category, visit the ornate Umaid Bhawan Palace.

Jodhpur - Udaipur - Day 11
After breakfast, depart for Udaipur, enroute visit the Jain Temples at Ranakpur, famous for their design with 144 pillars.

Udaipur - Day 12
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning sightseeing tour of Udaipur, The Black and White City of India-including The Royal Palace, Jagdish Temple, Eklingji Temple, Sahelion Ki Bari (The Ladies' Garden) and bazaars. Afternoon: private boat ride on Lake Picola.

Udaipur - Delhi - Day 13
Breakfast at hotel. Relaxed morning. Check-out by noon. Afternoon independent shopping. Fly back to Delhi in time to connect to onward flight.

- Optional Extensions -

OPTION #1

Udaipur-Nimaj - Day 13
Drive four hours to Nimaj and overnight. Afternoon jeep safari to Bishnoi Village and sunset at the lake. Overnight at the deluxe camp (B,L,D included)

Pushkar Drive - Day 14
90 kms (two hours) to Pushkar. Enjoy a peaceful day in the idyllic village around the holy Pushkar Lake. One can walk around the entire lake in about an hour. There is drumming every evening at sunset from the 52 ghats surrounding the lake. overnight Pushkar Palace Hotel

Pushkar-Ajmer-Delhi - Day 15
Morning drive to Ajmer, (approx 20 min), the most important pilgrimage for Muslims living in India. Visit the mosque (if its Friday, you can witness the worship rituals). Board the Shatabdi Express (1550/2220). Transfer to international airport.

OPTION #2

Udaipur-Mt Abu - Day 13
Drive 3 hours to Mount Abu. Afternoon visit the ancient and rare Dilwara Jain Temples. Overnight at Cama Rajputana

Mt-Abu-Jodphur-Delhi - Day 14
Morning visit to Gaumukh. Drive three hours to Jodhpur airport for CD 7472 (1920/2110) to Delhi. Arrive and transfer to the international airport.

Price Per person, based on 2 people double occupancy

These are sample prices and not meant to be an exact quote. Please call to discuss your preferences. An exact quote will be given based on your fnal itinerary and cofirmed hotels.

• Deluxe Hotels: (except Mandawa which is heritage )$2775
  
  • Delhi: Imperial, deluxe rooms or Taj Palace
  • Agra: Sheraton Mughal, (for Amar Villas request price)
  • Jaipur: Rambagh, superior rooms
  • Mandawa: Mandawa Castle
  • Bikaner: Laxmi Niwas
  • Jaisalmer: Fort Rajwada
  • Jodhpur: Umaid Bhawan Palace
  • Udaipur: Lake Palace or fateh Prakash

• First Class: $2085
  • Delhi: Taj Ambassador
  • Agra: Taj View, Taj facing rooms
  • Jaipur:Samode Haveli
  • Mandawa: Mandawa Castle
  • Bikaner: Bhanwar Niwas
  • Jaisalmer:Rang Mahal
  • Jodhpur: Taj Hari Mahal Palace
  • Udaipur: Trident
    

• Modest Hotels: upon request

OPTION #1
(note: Pushkar Palace hotel is a wonderful place right on the lake and next to a main ghat. It is not, however, a deluxe property. It is clean, with hot shower, but with no hotel amenities. The patio, overlooking the lake, is a much welcome retreat from the city visits you have experienced thus far. You will surely experience the culture of Rajasthan in this holy village, but if your comfort level requires 5 star, we advise not to choose this option.) Includes: accommodation, daily breakfast/full board at Nimaj, jeep safari to Bishnoi village at Nimaj, ac transport, ac train ticket Ajmer/Delhi, guide services, entrance and camera fees, porterage.

OPTION #2
Includes ac transport to Mt Abu, one night at Cama Rajputana, breakfast, accompanying guide from Udaipur.

Airfare: UDR / DEL: $135
JAI / DEL: $85 (only necessary if doing Pushkar option)
JOD/DEL $85 (only necessary if doing Mt Abu option) prices subject to change

Note: Prices based on 2 people, dble occ; for single room add single supplement; solo travelers use solo price. The private tours can be expanded & modified; we can customize according to your preferences and interests. All prices subject to change.

Main Tour Package Includes:

• Accomodations as listed or similar
• Breakfasts at hotels
• Jeep ride to the sand dunes & camel ride in Jaiselmer
• Airport transfers
• Land transport by private ac car
• Train ticket DEL/AGR by Shatabadi express in A/C chair car
• Professionallocal guides for sightseeing
• Entrance fees to monuments
• Still camera fees
• Porterage
  
  Package Does Not Include

• Airport departure taxes
• Insurance
• Tips
• Any expenses of a personal nature such as phone, laundry, drinks