Day
01: Arrive Delhi Arrive Delhi and meet the SITA
representative at the arrival hall and
transfer to Hotel.
Overnight at Hotel in Delhi.
Day 02: In Delhi
Morning proceed for the sightseeing
tour of New & Old Delhi. Visit the 12th Century Qutab
Minar; gracefully fluted and hand carved for its entire
height of 234 feet. Near it stands the Iron Pillar which
has withstood the ravages of time and hasn’t rusted
in 1500 years. Also, visit the graceful mausoleum of the
Mughal Emperor Humayun and the modern Birla Temple. Drive
past the President's House, the Parliament House and the
Secretariat buildings. The Red Fort, which was built in
1648 by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and the Jama Masjid,
which is one of the largest mosques in India are other
places of interest. The Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana are the
cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru
respectively and make for a peaceful retreat. Besides these,
visit Chandni Chowk for a unique shopping experience at
Old Delhi.
Overnight at Hotel in Delhi.
Day 03: To Agra – 204 Kms – 4hrs drive
Morning proceed to Agra. Arrive Agra and check-in at Hotel. Afternoon proceed for sightseeing tour of Agra. Visit Taj Mahal, which is the epitome of Shah Jahan’s monumental testimony of love for his empress, Mumtaz Mahal. This beautiful mausoleum has become synonymous not only with this city but with India as a whole. The construction of Taj Mahal is believed to have taken 18 years (1631-1648) with over 20,000 craftsmen working around the clock. Also visit the Agra Fort, which is on the banks of the river Yamuna and is almost in the centre of the town. This Fort represents the architecture of the period during the reign of three great Mughal emperors; Akbar, Jahangir and Shah Jahan. The conspicuous structures within this complex are Jahangiri Mahal, Anguri Bagh, Khas Mahal and Moti Masjid.
Overnight at Hotel in Agra.
Day 04: To Jaipur - 235 Kms – 6 hrs drive
Morning proceed to Jaipur. En-route visit Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri is an impressive fortified city, which was built by Emperor Akbar. In spite of being a capital city, it was hardly ever inhabited because of shortage of water. Even today it stands magnificent, with majestic palaces, the five-tiered Panch Mahal and the tomb of Salim Chisthi, a saint who had predicted the birth of Akbar's son. Arrive Jaipur and check-in at Hotel. Rest of the day free for independent activities.
Overnight at Hotel in Jaipur.
Day 05: In Jaipur
Morning proceed for the sightseeing tour of Amber Fort and Jaipur city. Amber Fort was the ancient capital of the State until 1728. Visit the Temple of Kali, the Hall of Victory or Jai Mahal and Jagmandir. You can also experience a unique ride on an elephant’s back to and from the top of the hill on which the Fort is situated. The city of Jaipur takes its name from Maharajah Jai Singh, a prince and an astronomer, who designed and founded the city in 1727. Visit the quaint observatory built by him, which is equipped with instruments that he designed. These devices are of remarkable sizes, with such accuracy that is difficult to attain even in today’s age. Also visit the Maharaja's City Palace, a former royal residence and now a museum containing rare manuscripts, fine specimens of Rajput and Mughal paintings and weapons. Drive through the pink-rosed residential and business areas, past the Hawa Mahal or Palace of Winds, which is the landmark of Jaipur.
Overnight at Hotel in Jaipur.
Day 06: To Pushkar – 170 Kms – 4 hrs drive
Leisurely drive to Pushkar. Arrive Pushkar and check-in at Hotel. The tiny, tranquil town of Pushkar,11 km from Ajmer, is situated on the edge of a desert along the banks of the picturesque Pushkar Lake and is an important pilgrimage spot for the Hindus. Surrounded by hills on three sides, Pushkar abounds in temples. Of these the most famous is the Brahma Temple, which is the only temple in the country dedicated to Lord Brahma. Although a serene town, Pushkar bustles with life during joyous celebrations every year. Ajmerwas founded in the 11th century by Ajaydev, a local Rajput ruler. The city is famous for the Dargah (tomb) of Sufi Saint Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Hasan Chisti, who’s Urs is celebrated every year in the seventh month of the Muslim lunar calendar. Pushkar, a small holy town of Hindus near Ajmer, is now famous for its camel fair that attracts tourists from all over the world.
Overnight at Hotel in Pushkar.
Day 07: To Jodhpur – 220 Kms – 6 hrs drive Morning proceed to Jodhpur. Arrive Jodhpur and check-in at Hotel. Afternoon proceed for the sightseeing tour of Jodhpur. Jodhpur is set at the edge of the Thar Desert. This imperial city echoes with tales of antiquity in the emptiness of the desert. Jodhpur was founded in 1459 A.D. by Rao Jodha and was once the capital of the Marwar State. Rao Jodha was the chief of the Rathore clan of Rajputs, who claimed to be the descendants of Rama - the epic hero of the Ramayana. The 5 km long majestic Mehrangarh Fort on a 125 m high hill is one of the most impressive and formidable structures in Jodhpur. Although invincible from the outside, the Fort has four gates approachable by a winding road. Within the Fort are some magnificent palaces with marvellously carved panels, latticed windows and evocative names. Noteworthy of these are the Moti Mahal, the Phool Mahal, the Sheesh Mahal, the Sileh Khana and the Daulat Khana. Another monument to be visited is the Jaswant Thada, a cluster of royal cenotaphs in white marble, built in 1899 A.D. in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II.
Overnight at Hotel in Jodhpur.
Day 08: To Udaipur – 270 Kms – 7 hrs drive Morning proceed to Udaipur. Arrive Udaipur and check-in at Hotel. Afternoon excursion to Eklingji and the Nagda temples. Eklingjihome to the private temple of the head of the Sisodia clan.
Overnight at Hotel in Udaipur.
Day 09: In Udaipur Morning proceed for the sightseeing tour of Udaipur. Drive around the Fatehsagar Lake, built by Maharana Fateh Singh in 1754 A.D. Visit the Jagdish Temple, the largest and the most venerated temple of Udaipur. Built in 1651 A.D. by Maharana Jagat Singh I, the Jagdish Temple is beautifully decorated with friezes. Visit the Garden of Maidens – ‘Sahelion-Ki-Bari’, consisting of an ornamental pool with delicately carved ‘chhatries’ of black and white marble and soft stone. Also visit the Maharana's City Palace, an imposing edifice of granite and marble. Afternoon free.
Overnight at Hotel in Udaipur.
Day 10: To Mumbai (By Morning Flight) - To Aurangabad (By Afternoon Flight) Morning transfer to airport to connect flight for Mumbai. On arrival, wait for few hours at the airport before taking connecting flight to Aurangabad. Meet the SITA representative at arrival hall and transfer to Hotel.
Overnight at Hotel in Aurangabad.
Day 11: In Aurangabad Morning proceed for full day excursion to Ajanta and Ellora caves. Ajanta Caves (106 Kms) date back to the 2nd century BC. The 30 rock hewn caves are adorned with Buddhist sculptures and frescoes that portray an epic form of the religious and secular life through eight centuries. Ellora Caves (29 Kms) encompass 34 rock-cut shrines representing Buddhist, Hindu and Jain art dating from the 4th to the 9th century A.D. The most remarkable among them is the Kailash Temple, which is meant to be a replica of Lord Shiva’s celestial abode. It is the best example of a rock-cut architectural and engineering marvel.
Overnight at Hotel in Aurangabad.
Day 12: To Mumbai (By Morning Flight) Morning transfer to airport to connect flight for Mumbai. Meet the SITA representative at arrival hall and transfer to Hotel. Afternoon proceed for the sightseeing tour of Mumbai. The Gateway of India is the main attraction of the Mumbai city. The Mani Bhawan or The Gandhi Memorial was once the residence of Mahatma Gandhi in Mumbai. Also known as the Queen’s Necklace, Marine Drive in Juhu is a 5-km-long beach that attracts a large number of visitors on any day of the week. Also visit the Prince of Wales museum.
Overnight at Hotel in Mumbai.
Day 13: Leave Mumbai (By International Flight) In-time transfer to International airport to connect flight for onward destination.
