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Day 01. Flight to India (Delhi)
Around midnight arrival in
Delhi. The cosmopolitan city and capital Delhi
is the main gateway for travelers. You are met by an Indo Vacations
representative and transferred to the hotel.
Day 02. Old - New Delhi
This morning is at leisure. Afternoon sightseeing in Old Delhi. We take a
Rickshaw Ride parallel to the
Red Fort through the old city and famous
Silk Road and Silver Bazaar. Sightseeing of Old Delhi includes
"Rajghat", the site where
Mahatma Gandhi was cremated and
Jama Masjid,
the
great mosque of old Delhi. Today we also visit the famous "Humayun Tomb" which is the first
substantial example of Mughal
architecture in India. Before
we proceed to the Hotel we drive through New Delhi where we
see the
India Gate, Government Buildings and Embassies.
Day 03. Delhi - Agra (about
180 km)
In the morning we visit
"Qutub Minar" which is 71 meter high and consists of five stories. In 1199 work began on this tower which was intended to be the most glorious tower of victory in the world. This tower was damaged twice and repaired in 1326 and 1368.After the sightseeing of Delhi we drive to
Agra. Arrival in Agra in the noon. After a short break, we proceed to visit the most beautiful monument of
India, the
Taj Mahal, an enduring monument to love, with a continually fulfilling beauty. It was built by the Mughal Emperor
Shah Jahan between 1631-52, as a tomb and memorial to his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal (Jewel of the Palace), who died at the age of 39 giving birth to her 14th child. We spend enough time at Taj Mahal to take this impressive memory home. After the visit of Taj Mahal we have a look at the famous fine marble inlay work which is still being done in Agra by the descendants of the families of builders and artists of the Taj
Mahal.
Day 04. Agra
- Madhogarh
We start today our sightseeing by a visit to the
Agra Fort, built by three of the greatest Mughal emperors. The construction of this massive structure began in 1565 under Akbar's reign and continued till the time of his grandson's reign,
Shah Jahan who built the impressive imperial quarters and mosque. After the visit of Agra fort, we leave Agra, drive through a series of fields, small towns and villages in direction of
Madhogarh. Enroute we make a stop and visit
Fatehpur
Sikri, which was once an imperial capital frozen in time, constructed by Akbar the Great in the 16th century. This wonderful city constructed by red sand stones was abandoned as abruptly as it had been built. It has been generally stated that it was due to failing in the water supply. In the evening arrival in
Madhogarh. Rest of the day at leisure.
Day 05. Madhogarh
- Samode (about 80 km)
After the breakfast in the hotel we drive to Samode.
Samode
is famous for its palace where we have an overnight stay. We enjoy
the stay in the Samode Palace and visit the wonderful Darbar Hall
(Audience hall) and other parts of the palace of Maharaja which
are decorated beautifully with the miniature
paintings. On special
occasions this wonderful 400 years old Palace of Samode is decorated
and fulfilled with traditional dance and music.
Day 06. Samode - Khimsar (about 310 km)
In the morning we drive to Khimsar.
Khimsar is famous for its Fort of 18th century which is now one of the best hotel in the country. This fort is well preserved like a royal manor and is spread over eleven acres of
sprawling lawns, orchard and open courtyard. After the check in and evening tea we proceed for a jeep safari in the
desert to Black Buck reserve.
Day 07. Khimsar
Day
free at leisure.
Day 08. Khimsar - Roopangarh (about 225 km)
After the breakfast we drive to
Roopangarh.
Day 09. Roopangarh - Deogarh (about 190 km)
After having our breakfast we proceed for Deogarh. In
Deogarh we enjoy the overnight stay in a
Maharaja Palace which has been converted into a Hotel. We have the rest of the day at leisure and therefore enough time to relax and have a walk in the Bazaar of this small town.
Day 10. Deogarh - Udaipur (about 200 km)
Today after the breakfast we drive to
Udaipur. Udaipur is called the romantic city of
Rajasthan. A city built around shimmering, clear, blue water lakes which reflect the green hills of the Aravali
ranges. In the evening we have a Boat ride on the
lake Pichola. The famous
Lake Palace of Udaipur was the summer residence of the former
rulers. The James bond Film Octopussy was shot here and made this palace more known in the west.
Day 11. Udaipur
Today we visit Udaipur, also known as the city of
sunrise. We start our sightseeing with the visit of
Sahelion-Ki-Bari.
This Garden of the Maids of Honour is well laid out with extensive lawns and shady
walks. After the visit of Garden of Maids we visit a Museum of folk
art. This museum has a rich collection of Folk dresses, ornaments, puppets, masks, dolls, folk musical instruments and paintings on display. After a break we proceed to
City Palace, the biggest Palace in India, where 4 generations of Maharajas added their contribution, is so carefully planned and integrated with the original buildings that it is difficult to believe that it was not conceived as a
whole. The museum of the palace includes the beautiful peacock mosaic and miniature wall paintings of
Indian
mythology. Today we have an opportunity to visit a traditional painting school and see the famous miniature paintings done.
Day 12. Udaipur - Delhi (by air)
In the morning, after having our breakfast we take leave from the city of sunrise and
drive to the airport to take flight to Delhi. Arrival in Delhi in the
afternoon. The rest of the day at leisure. (opportunity for the last shopping or enjoy a massage in the Hotel).
Day 13. Flight to Home
Around midnight flight to home destination.
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About
Hotels:
We
provide you the accommodation as per your budget mentioned above in
the table of hotels category for any of the booked tour. Hotels
provided by us are from budget to luxury class hotels. Luxury hotels
are all five stars or of above standard. Deluxe would be a
combination of 3 and 4 star Hotels and standard would be a
combination of 2 and 3 star or similar hotels. The
criteria for selecting hotels by us remains the best value of your
money. We also provide you wherever possible accommodation in
heritage hotels. Heritage Hotels are old Palaces, Forts and Grand
mansions of Maharajas which have been later renovated and converted
into Hotels. Rooms are decorated all individually. Rooms are
comfortable, romantic and present the flair of olden Maharaja days.
Our
Services Include:
Accommodation in double rooms on twin sharing basis with bath and WC
in the
chosen category.
Rooms
on the departure day.
American/continental Breakfast.
Rickshaw Drive in Delhi.
Boat Ride in Udaipur.
Services of qualified local guides (English speaking
or languages of your choice)
at every place of sightseeing.
All
Transfers and departures on arrival and departure by Indo
Vacations
representative.
All Transfers and Sightseeing throughout the tour by an
air-conditioned Car with
driver. For groups an individual air-conditioned bus (Except
Standard Hotels) will be
provided.
Exclusions:
Any Kind of Personal Expenses such as Tips, Laundry, Telephone Bills
and Alcoholic
beverages.
Camera Fees (Still
or Movie).
Any Flight Charges.
Monument Entrances.
Unspecified Meals etc.
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