Duration : 13 Nights / 14 Days
Places Covered : Delhi - Agra- Ranthambore - Jaipur- Bikaner - Jaisalmer- Jodhpur - Udaipur- Goa
DAY 01: ARRIVE DELHI
Upon arrival at International Airport you are met and transferred to your prebooked hotel.Upon arrival at the hotel you are received with a traditional welcome.Rest of the day free. Overnight at Hotel
DAY 02: DELHI - AGRA (210 KMS 04 HRS DRIVE)
After breakfast in the morning drive towards Agra.Upon arrival check in at your pre-booked hotel.After fresh n up sightseeing tour of Agra including Taj Mahal, the mausoleum builtby a sorrowing Shah Jehan in memory of his young wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The Building's stupendous scale, flawless symmetry, translucent white marble andshimmering reflection in the water channel are truly breathtaking.later go to see Agra 's Red Fort, built overthree generations by the moghul emperors. Overnight stay at Hotel.
DAY 03: AGRA- RANTHAMBORE VIA FATEHPUR SIKIRI BY ROAD 280 KMS 6 HOURS
We continue our drive towards Ranthambore enroute Visit Fatehpur sikri (The ghost city) for a tour of the magnificent and world heritage buildings still in a state of perfect preservation. We continue our journey for Ranthambore - nearly a thousand - year - old fortress. Countless battles have raged around these walls. The Great Mughal emperor Akbar laid siege here and builtLake Palace, summer gardens, temples, mosques, tombs and hunting towers, all overrun now by grass and shrubs. Today leopards and tigers prowl the ruins . upon arrival check into Hotel
DAY 04: RANTHAMBORE (MORNING SAFARI AND EVENING SAFARI BY CANTER TODAY)
Ranthambore is one of the few preserves where the Camera - shy tigers may be seen in day light. You'll take thrilling Canter rides in the morning and evening in search of wild life. You sometimes chance upon these fleet - footed and silent creatures, the embodiment of grace. In the afternoon, explore the lakes on your own and visit the imposing Ranthambore. Ranthambore covers an area about 400 square kms and has beautiful scenery. Ranthambore National Park is very special and unison area where a natural present meets an historical past. This park has upto 27 tigers and has a considerable population of birds.Overnight at Hotel
DAY 05: RANTHAMBORE - JAIPUR (185 KMS 04 HRS DRIVE) MORNING SAFARI BY CANTER
After breakfast.today drive towards Jaipur popularly known as the Pink City , was builtin 1727 AD by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II.Designed in accordance with Shilp Shastra - an ancient Hindu treatise onarchitecture - Jaipur follows a grid system. Upon arrival check in yourHotel. Afternoon - tour of City Palace and Observatory. The City Palace inthe heart of the old city is a blend of Rajasthan and Mughal architecture.The Palace of winds - a five storied structure of pink sandstone has semi -
octagonal and delicately honeycombed windows overlooking the main street ofthe old city. It was originally built to enable the ladies of the royal household to watch everyday life.Overnight at Hotel
DAY 06: JAIPUR
The capital of Rajasthan is the most colourful city in India.Today morningwe visit the Amber Fort in the Aravali Hills, which is a super example of Rajput (Medieval Hindu) style architecture.Afternoon is spent visit the local bazaar. In the evening, we visit ChokhiDhani where an ethnic village atmosphere is recreated each evening with thousands of oil lamps, folk dancers, arobats, snake charmers, puppeteersetc. Overnight at the Hotel
DAY 07: JAIPUR - BIKANER (300 KMS 07 HRS DRIVE)
After breakfast we continue our drive towards Bikaner. The drive is through desertcountry, with scanty vegetation. Upon arrival checkin to the Hotel. The endless monotony of the desert is broken by the fort and palaces ofBikaner.The city's deity is Karni Mata.The temple dedicated to her provides sanctuary to mice in the belief that those who serve the goddess are rebornas mice. Other places of interest are the Junagarh Fort and the Lalgarh Palace and evening visit Local markets etc . Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 08: BIKANER - JAISALMER (330 KMS 07 HRS DRIVE)
After breakfast drive towards Jaisalmer. a fascinating city rising fromthe heart of the Thar Desert like a golden mirage. The commanding fort etched in yellow sandstone stands in some splendor, dominating the amber -hued city. A visit to Jaisalmer is a must for any traveller to Rajasthan.Here, on the edge of the desert, is a bustling center from where one cantrek across the beautiful stretches of sand on camels or, paradoxically,enjoy the nearby lakes and reservoirs. Few places in India could rival themedieval charm and magnificence of Jaisalmer. The rich and beautiful palaces and havelis of Jaisalmer shimmer against the relentless monotony of the TharDesert . Its rulers were known for their valour and their beautiful havelis and temples has assumed the air of virtual museum. Overnight at the Hotel.
DAY 09: JAISALMER
Today visit the awesome Jaisalmer Fort, housing the entire township withinits ramparts. Lovely havelis dot the enchanting network of narrow lanes. Among the sights you'll visit : Nathmalji - Ki - Haveli and Patwaon kiHaveli, three beautifully sculptured Jain temples built between the 12th and 13th Centuries; and five interconnected palaces.The fort is approached through four gateways - Akhaiya Pol, Ganesh Pol, Suraj Pol and Hawa Pol. Overnight at the Hotel.
DAY 10: JAISALMER - JODHPUR (320 KMS 07 HRS DRIVE)
After breakfast drive towards Jodhpur - including visits to interesting Hinduand Jain Temples at Osiyan . Jodhpur the gateway to the Thar desert , the city is known for its striking forts, stately palaces and gracious building.Arrive Jodhpur , The second largest city in Rajasthan, standing on the edge of the Thar Desert . The old city was founded by Rao Jodha, its walls withseven gates and countless bastions and towers were built by Rao Maldeo in the 16th Century when Jodhpur was a booming trading town. . Jodhpur iscalled the " Blue City " for the characteristic plea indigo color of its traditional homes. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 11: JODHPUR - UDAIPUR (260 KMS 05 HRS)
Drive to Udaipur and upon arrival check into at hotel. Evening we take a boatride on the Lake Pichola .Built along three lakes and ringed by green hills, Udaipur (pop,366.000) is known as the ' Venice of the East' The City's palaces, gardens,ghats, temples and painted houses match the beauty of the setting.This morning we'll visit the towering City Palace , the largest inRajasthan, and the Saheliyon ki Bari ( Garden of the Maidens.) Once forbidden to all but he queen and her ladies. From here we visit the e superb Jagdish Temple noted for its elephant - motif carvings The afternoon is atleisure. Overnight at the Hotel.
DAY 12: UDAIPUR - GOA( BY FLIGHT)
After breakfast ,departure transfer to the airport to board flight for Goa.Upon arrival in Goa.Check in at your pre-booked hote. Overnight at Hotel.rest of the day free.Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 13: GOA
Day free at leisure.Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 14: LEAVE GOA
Morning departure transfer to the airport to board flight for onwards journey.
