Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
Upon arrival in Delhi, you will be met by our representative and transferred to hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 02 : Delhi - Jodhpur (Overnight train)
Morning proceed to the former centre of Moghul Power, Old Delhi that offers ancient monuments, narrow streets and bustling bazaars. Drive past the Red Fort, built in 1648 and board the 'cycle rickshaw' for a unique experience from the Red Fort, through "Chandni Chowk" or Silver Street, experiencing the sights and sounds of this very busy avenue-heading west from the Fort. Later visit the Jama Masjid, the greatest mosque in India and completed in 1658 by Shah Jahan who also built the Taj Mahal, and the Raj Ghat, the simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.
Afternoon you will be taken to visit New Delhi ? drive past the stately government buildings of the British Era designed by Lutyens, including the India Gate built in memory of the 85,000 Indian soldiers who laid down their lives during World War 1. Opposite the India Gate, is the massive Rashtrapati Bhawan, the official residence of the President of India. Continue on to the towering minaret of Qutab Minar.
Evening transfer to the railway station for overnight train to Jodhpur (2050 / 0800* hrs).
Overnight on board
Day 03 : Arrive at Jodhpur
Arrive at Jodhpur. You will be met by our representative and transferred to hotel.
Jodhpur with its massive fort stands at the edge of the Thar desert and was built by Rao Jodha in 1459. Visit the Meherangarh Fort which is still run by the former Maharajas of Jodhpur. The fort has a stunning collection of elephant howdahs, miniature paintings, and a huge tent made for the Mughals. Also visit Jaswant Thada, the white marble memorial to Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. End your tour of Jodhpur with a visit to the Sardar Market with its narrow alleys selling silver, textiles and handicrafts.
Overnight at hotel
Day 04 : Jodhpur - Jaipur
Morning transfer to the railway station for train to Jaipur (0545 / 1035 hrs). you will be met by our representative and transferred to hotel.
Afternoon city tour of Jaipur - visit the imposing City Palace, still home to the Maharaja although several of the rooms are now open to the public. Many antiques and artifacts belonging to the ruling family are housed here, including a collection of weaponry. You will also visit the Hawa Mahal "Palace of the Winds", and the open-air Jantar Mantar Observatory to see the vast astronomical instruments. Enjoy a stroll through the colourful bazaar before returning to your hotel. Overnight at hotel
Day 05 : Jaipur
Morning tour of the impressive Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City (approached in princely style on a caparisoned Elephant). The Fort, completed in the early 18th century, took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruling families.
Afternoon at leisure for own activities. Overnight at hotel
Day 06 : Jaipur - Agra (221 kms)
Morning drive to Agra, en route visit Fatehpur Sikri-the deserted, red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace in the 16th century. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world.
Continue drive to Agra and check into the hotel.
Afternoon visit the famous Taj Mahal - constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal "the lady of the Taj". Overnight at hotel
Day 07 : Agra - Delhi (250 kms)
Morning visit Red Fort - lies on the bend of the river Yamuna, almost in the heart of the town. It was built by Akbar as his citadel over the years 1563-73 in the finest architectural style. It has imposing gates and walls of red sandstone and a moat.
Thereafter drive to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi - transfer to the international airport for your onward journey.
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