Historical Rajasthan

Day 01 : Arrive in Delhi
Arrive in Delhi , warm welcome with the flower garlands and transfer to hotel. Overnight

Day 02 : Delhi
Morning tour of historic city of Old Delhi to include the magnificent Red Fort, The Jama masjid , India`s largest mosque , Rajghat - memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. Afternoon sightseeing in New Delhi to include Qutab Minar , Birla Mandir, Huyamun`s Tomb, India Gate, Bhai Temple and Government buildings. Overnight at hotel

Day 03 : Delhi - Mandawa
Morning drive to Mandawa , afternoon sightseeing in the Shekhawati region, often called the open air art gallery of Rajasthan . Overnight at hotel

Day 04 : Mandawa - Bikaner
Morning drive to Bikaner , afternoon city sightseeing. This desert town in the north of the state was founded in 1488 by Roa Bikaji, a descendant of the founder of Jodhpur, Jodhaji. Visit the Junagarh Fort constructed between 1588 and 1593 by Raja Jai Singh, a general in the Moghul Emperor Akbar's army and camel breeding farm. Overnight at Hotel

Day 05 : Bikaner - Jaisalmer
Morning after breakfast drive to to Jaisalmer , enroute visit desert village. Overnight at Hotel

Day 06 : Jaisalmer
The Rich and beautiful palaces and " Havelis " of Jaisalmer shimmer against the relentless monotony of the Thar desert. Its Rulers were known for their valour, their beautiful havelis and glorious temples. For close to ten centuries Jaisalmer has assumed the air of a virtual art museum. Sightseeing in Jaisalmer include, Sonar Kila, Patwon ki haveli, Salim Singh ki Haveli and Nathmalji Ki Haveli and afternoon excursion to Sam for short camel ride in the sand dunes of thar desert. Overnight at Hotel

Day 07 : Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
Morning drive to Jodhpur, Gateway to the Thar desert, the city is known for its striking Forts, stately palaces and gracious buildings.
Sightseeing in Jodhpur includes Mehranghar Fort built by the city`s founder five centuries ago , Jaswant Thada , museum and bazaar etc . Overnight at Hotel

Day 08 : Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur
Morning after breakfast drive to Udaipur enroute visit Ranakpur temple complex (open at 1200 hours ). Ranakpur the 15th century Chaumukh Jain temple, one of the most beautiful crafted sculpted temples in India. Overnight at Hotel

Day 09 : Udaipur
Udaipur is the most romantic city in Rajasthan. With its hilltop fortesses, fairytale palaces and exotic legends and its urben and industrial centre, the city is proud of its heritage as a centre for performing arts, painting and crafts. Most of the marble palaces and fortification have now been transformed into palace hotels. Sightseeing of Udaipur include, City palace museum, Bharatiya Lok Mandal, Sahelyon Ki bari, Partap memorial and afternoon boat ride on the lake pichola to visit Jagmandir. Overnight

Day 10 : Udaipur - Jaipur
Morning drive to Jaipur , . Evening Optional enjoy a cycle rickshaw ride through the bustling bazaars. Jaipur is renowned for textile block printing, blue pottery, carpet weaving, semi-precious stones. Overnight at hotel

Day 11 : Jaipur - Amber - Jaipur
Morning excursion to Amber Fort riding on the Elephant back. Afternoon city tour of the famous " Pink City" which reminds of a glorious past and there is so much to see and enjoy here. Sightseeing include City Palace, Hawa Mahal and Jantar Mantar. Overnight at hotel

Day 12 : Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra
Morning after breakfast drive to Agra enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri designed by Akbar as his capital , was lived in for only a very few years. It is beautiful architectural city built of Red sandstone. Evening arrive in Agra. Overnight at hotel

Day 13 : Agra - Delhi
Morning proceed for sightseeing of Agra . Agra is the home of the Taj Mahal and the famous Red Fort. The Moghul Emperor Shah Jehan built the extravagant Taj Mahal as a mausoleum for his most beloved wife and was imprisoned in the Red Fort overlooking the Taj by his son until death . Both buildings are truly spectacular and the Taj Mahal is now one of the wonders of the World. Overnight at Hotel Afternoon drive to Delhi ( 204 kms / 4 & 1/2 hrs ) , on arrival transfer to international airport for your onward flight .

Based on 3/4 star + Heritage hotels:

Tour Cost : 12 Nights
Our per person cost for the above program minimum based on 02 pax will be as under :

Twin sharing per person usd = 798-00 per person

Supplement for Entrance fees at the Monuments usd = 88 per person

Supplement Boat Ride in Udaipur usd = 14 per person

Supplement for Elephant ride in Jaipur usd = 10 per person

Supplement for Camel Ride in Jaisalmer usd = 9 per person

Supplement for Local Language Speaking guide for Sightseeing and Excursions usd = 23 per day

Supplement for Local English Speaking guide for Sightseeing and Excursions usd = 18 per day

Hotels used : The Connaught / City Park - Delhi , Castle - Mandawa , Gaj Kesri / Bhanwar Niwas Palace - Bikaner , Heritage Inn / Rangmahal - Jaisalmer , Abhay Days / Ranbanka - Jodhpur , Paras Mahal / Rajdarshan - Udaipur , Park Plaza / Fortune Bella Casa - Jaipur , Clarks Shiraz / Holiday Inn - Agra

Based on 5 star + Heritage hotels:

Tour Cost : 12 Nights

Our per person cost for the above program minimum based on 02 pax will be as under :

Twin sharing per person usd = 986-00 per person

Supplement for Entrance fees at the Monuments usd = 88 per person

Supplement Boat Ride in Udaipur usd = 14 per person

Supplement for Elephant ride in Jaipur usd = 10 per person

Supplement for Camel Ride in Jaisalmer usd = 9 per person

Supplement for Local Language Speaking guide for Sightseeing and Excursions usd = 23 per day

Supplement for Local English Speaking guide for Sightseeing and Excursions usd = 18 per day

Hotels used : Metropolitan Nikko - Delhi , Castle - Mandawa , Lallgarh Palace - Bikaner , Gorbandh Palace / Fort Rajwada - Jaisalmer , Ajit Bhawan Palace / Fortune The Ummed - Jodhpur , Trident Hilton - Udaipur , Trident Hilton - Jaipur , Trident Hilton - Agra

Services Include :

# Accom on twin sharing as per the above mentioned hotels or similar on Bed & breakfast
# Arrival/departure transfer and sightseeing as per the above program with private airconditioned vehicle
# Welcome with Flower Garlands at airport
# All presently applicable taxes
# Assistance on arrival and departure at the airport

Does not Include : Above mentioned cost does not include any air fare , airport tax , unspecified meals , table drinking , telephone call , laundry , camera fee , tips , insurance and any other expenses of personal nature not mentioned above .

Validity : 16 April to 15 September`2007 .

IF YOU NEED EXTRA NIGHT IN ANY CITY , PLEASE MENTION IN YOUR REQUEST.

* Terms & Conditions :

a) Accommodation will be on subject to availability of rooms at the particular hotel faling similar category of the hotel will be provided.
b) 25% non refundable advance to be deposited at the time of booking.
c) Full advance to be deposited 30 days prior to the arrival.
d ) Language Speaking guides will be on subject to availability