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Where We Sleep . . .
DELHI
Luxury Accommodations:
The Oberoi, New Delhi
The Oberoi, New Delhi reflects the city's spirit in a harmonious blend of tradition and contemporary sophistication.
Deluxe Accommodations:
The Lalit
The Lalit New Delhi stands tall in the heart of the city's premier business and commercial district.
AGRA
Luxury Accommodations:
The Oberoi Amarvilas
Enjoy the luxury of your own private view of the greatest monument to love.
Deluxe Accommodations:
The Trident, Agra
The Trident, Agra, set amidst beautiful gardens, fountains, landscaped central courtyards, is built of red stone reminiscent of the Mughal era.
JAIPUR
Luxury Accommodations:
The Oberoi Rajvilas
The Oberoi Rajvilas is a unique way to experience Jaipur, one of India's most vibrant and exotic destinations.
Deluxe Accommodations:
Trident Hotel, Jaipur
Breathtaking views of the serene Mansagar Lake and the striking Aravalli range welcome guests at the 137 room Trident Hotel, Jaipur.
JODHPUR
Luxury Accommodations:
Umaid Bhawan Palace
Perched high above the desert capital of Jodhpur, Umaid Bhawan Palace is the last of the great palaces of India.
Deluxe Accommodations:
Rohet Garh Hotel
Situated on the banks of a lake and set in the midst of rural surroundings, it is a haven of peace and tranquility.
UDAIPUR
Luxury Accommodations:
The Oberoi Udaivilas
The Oberoi Udaivilas captures all the romance and splendour of a royal era.
Deluxe Accommodations:
Fateh Garh
Fateh Garh offers a spacious, peaceful, and quiet refuge from the noisy and crowded urban India.
MUMBAI
Luxury Accommodations:
The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower
Offering panoramic views of the Arabian Sea and the Gateway of India, the hotel is a gracious landmark of the city of Mumbai.
Deluxe Accommodations:
Taj President Hotel
Bubbling with big-city delight, this five star deluxe hotel offers spectacular views of the harbour and the city.
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The Trip
Day 1 - ARRIVAL
A holiday at Delhi, the capital city of India will expose you to innumerable facets of Indian heritage, culture and tourism. It will be a vacation much beyond just monuments, museums or gardens of the Mughal and British period. For it also offers you a wealth of new age tourist attractions to choose from. With shopping malls, multiplexes and amusement parks springing up around Delhi, the city has left behind its image of being a sedate city of politicians and has acquired a younger and more dynamic feel, which you will discover on your Indian holiday in Delhi.
Day 2 - DELHI
 Morning proceed for a guided tour of New Delhi. You will drive past the Rashtrapati Bhawan — the President's Residence, the Parliament House — the Government headquarters and other Government buildings. Visit Gandhi Museum and Humayun's Tomb - the first great example of a new distinctive style, which developed to become the hallmark of the Mughal Dynasty. Also visit Qutab Minar (Tower of Victory) - built to establish the might of Islam and onset of Muslim rule in India.
Day 3 - DELHI
In the morning proceed for sightseeing of Old Delhi. You will head for a guided city tour of the Old City of 'Shahjahanabad', founded by one of the greatest Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. Your introduction to the city will be with a visit to Raj Ghat — the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi, drive past the Red Fort - the magical monument in red sandstone, built at the pinnacle of the Mughal empire. From here proceed through the bustling streets to Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in Asia built by Shahjahan. Also drive past India Gate - War Memorial Arch.
Day 4 - DELHI - AGRA
 Agra in terms of ambiance is still associated with its Mughal period. The Mughals besides being great rulers were also great builders and they preserved their best architectural wonders for Agra & its neighborhood. It has many wonderful monuments and the Taj Mahal, the greatest of them all, is a masterpiece of Mughal architecture at its best. The massive but elegant Agra Fort, the delicate artistry of Itimad-ud-daulah's tomb, the magnificent Taj and Akbar's deserted capital, Fatehpur Sikri, are each unique and outstanding. Their architectural genius can also be seen in the forts, palaces and aesthetically laid out gardens - each one a silent witness to a grand style of a golden era.
In the afternoon proceed for a visit Agra Fort - the seat and the stronghold of the Mughal Empire under successive generations. This was the seat of Mughal rule and administration and the present structure owes its origins to Akbar who erected the walls and gates and the first buildings on the eastern banks of Yamuna River. Shah Jehan added the impressive quarters and the mosque while Aurangzeb added the outer ramparts. Visit its Hall of Public Audience and its Royal Pavilions. Also visit Baby Taj.
Day 5 - AGRA - JAIPUR
 Sunrise visit to Greatest Monument of Love — Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal is everything that has been said about it and more. Taking 22 years and 20,000 men to build, the white marble was quarried 200 miles away and was transported to the site by a fleet of 1000 elephants. Built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as an expression of his love for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, in mid 17th century, the Taj Mahal is truly one of the wonders of the world. Though the Taj appears to be amazingly perfect from almost any angle, it is the close-up marble inlay work, which is really astounding.
After breakfast leave for Jaipur. Enroute 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.
Day 6 - JAIPUR
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be driven just outside Jaipur to the ancient capital of Amber to see the fabulous Amber Fort. Maharaja Mansingh, Mughal Emperor Akbar's most successful General, started the construction of Amber Fort in the 17th century. Before the City Palace was constructed in Jaipur, Amber was the seat of power. The fort is surrounded by fortified battlements and overlooks the Moat Lake. Ruins and remains are spread over the Aravalli hills and sprawling crenulated walls lattice the surrounding area.
Later, you car will take you up to the fortress. Once on top, stroll through the sprawling complex of courtyards and halls. Many of the rooms have delightful wall paintings, with precious stones and mirrors inlaid in the walls.
 In the afternoon, enjoy the tour to City Palace, which has a superb collection of Rajasthani costumes, and armory of Mughals and Rajputs reflected in the many mirrors, lighting up the room. Enroute to Amber you will stop and see the 'Palace of Winds', otherwise known as Hawa Mahal. Walk to the adjacent Jantar Mantar or Astronomical Observatory made by the Maharaja of Jaipur, built in 1726 and is one of the five such astronomical wonders built by Sawai Jai Singh and makes accurate predictions even to this day. You will also have the opportunity to wander about the local markets and visit Jewellery shops.
Day 7 - JAIPUR - JODHPUR
Transfer to airport for flight to Jodhpur. On arrival check in at the hotel.
 Proceed for a visit Mehrangarh, one of Rajasthan's finest forts, which look down protectively over the city, from the hilltop. Still run by the Maharaja of Jodhpur, this 5 km long majestic fort on a 125 meter high hill is one of the most impressive and formidable structures. There are seven gates that lead into the fort. Inside the fort is a series of courtyards and palaces. The Chamunda Devi Temple, dedicated to goddess Durga, stands on the southern end of the fort.
Continue your tour to Jaswant Thada. Located a short distance from the fort, is a white marble memorial to Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. The cenotaph built in 1899 was followed by the royal crematorium and three other cenotaphs that stand nearby.
Day 8 - JODHPUR - UDAIPUR
After breakfast drive to Udaipur. Enroute visit Ranakpur famous for The Ranakpur Jain Temple were built during the reign of the liberal and gifted monarch Rana Kumbha in the 15th century AD. An enormous basement covers 48,000 sq. ft area. There are four subsidiary shrines, twenty four pillared halls and appropriate domes supported by over four hundred columns.
Later on continue to Udaipur.
Udaipur, the 'City of Lakes' is the capital of the erstwhile kingdom of Mewar, one of the oldest surviving dynasties in the world and was established around 1567 A.D. The history of Mewar is showcased in the city of Udaipur, which is akin to an oasis in the desert state of Rajasthan.
 Also referred as the 'Venice of the East', Udaipur is located in the Aravalli ranges of the royal state of Rajasthan. Surrounded by ancient mountains and set on the edge of three lakes, it is a beautiful old city with narrow lanes meandering through it.
Day 9 - UDAIPUR
In the morning, you will proceed on a half-day city tour. Commence your tour with a visit to the City Palace, which stands on a hill on the banks of Lake Pichola, surrounded by crenulated walls. Built in 1567, it is composed of 4 major palaces and several minor palaces that form a single façade.
Afternoon free & Evening boat ride on Lake Pichola.
Day 10 - UDAIPUR - MUMBAI
Morning you would be transferred to airport to board flight to Mumbai. Half day city tour of Mumbai.
Day 11 - MUMBAI
Morning visit Elephant Caves. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 12 - DEPARTURE
A Cox & Kings representative will transfer you to the International airport for your flight back home.
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