India has an extraordinary mixture of cultures and religions living in peaceful harmony together. Rich in customs, historical treasures and colourful architectural styles Rajasthan is a place to be discovered and marvelled at. DELHI, the capital of India is the perfect place to start and end your tour. You will stay for 2 nights at the Taj Mahal Hotel. A city tour of the bustling metropolis of New Delhi and Old Delhi with its magnificent RED FORT and India’s largest mosque, JAMA MASJID is included.

You will then fly to UDAIPUR, the charming city of palaces and lakes, situated in the rugged mountainous terrain of the Aravalli hills. The grand setting combined with palatial architecture and a beautiful spa offers a truly luxurious experience at Udaivilas where you will stay for 3 nights.

Perfectly situated on the banks of Pichola Lake, surrounded by mountains and lakes this is a wonderful place to stay and a city tour, boat trip on LAKE PICHOLA and a visit to the CITY PALACE are also included. From Udaipur you will start your journey by road through the wonderful landscapes of Rajasthan. Along the roadside and through local villages you will be able to observe the daily life of the Indian people.

En route Udaipur to JODHPUR you will stop at Ranekpur. The Temples at RANEKPUR are the largest JAIN TEMPLES in India, covering nearly 4,500 square yards. Built over 500 years ago, the Jain Temples have detailed and intricate carving on marble which can be compared to lacework rather than sculpture. Architecturally, the temples are magnificent with great emphasis on light and shadow, so that as the sun’s rays alight on different features of the buildings, the hues and colours of the marble merge from gold to pale blue.

Your home for 3 nights will be the UMAID BHAWAN HOTEL . In the heart of the OLD CITY a visit will be made to the fascinating and vibrant Sardar Bazaar and an optional jeep safari to a 450 year old tribal Bishnoi Village can be arranged.

JAIPUR, also known as the ‘rose pink city’ is pretty chaotic, but with a charm of its own. The famous AMBER FORTRESS PALACE, ‘the Sleeping Beauty of Rajasthan’, nestles on a hilltop and you will travel gracefully up to the fort by elephant. Here you will stay for 3 nights at the Rambagh Palace – a true palace steeped in history. For nearly two centuries the Rambagh Palace was home for generations of royals. In 1925 it became the residence of the Maharajah of Jaipur and remained the home of the royal family until 1957 when it was converted into a luxury hotel. Whilst at the Rambagh Palace, a sightseeing city tour is included.

One of the finest tiger reserves in India is located at RANTHAMBORE where you will stay for 2 nights at the TAJ SAWAI MADHOPUR LODGE. Nestled amidst 12 tranquil acres of lush gardens, this charming 70 year old hunting lodge is located 20 minutes drive from RANTHAMBORE NATIONAL PARK, famous for its tigers. In the park Sambar deer, crocodile, Sloth bear, leopard and many species of bird can also be seen and you may be lucky to see the famous tigers.

Your journey will continue to AGRA, stopping at the amazing red sandstone palaces and buildings of the deserted city of FATEHPUR SIKRI on the way.
Agra with its rich architectural splendour and bazaars is one of the most outstanding cities in the world and a tour of the city is included with visits to the forbidding battlements of Agra fort and palaces, as well as the spectacular TAJ MAHAL, a vision of timeless beauty that that will certainly never be forgotten.

In Agra you will stay for 3 nights stay at the luxury hotel, Amarvilas, located just 600 metres from the TAJ MAHAL. This hotel is the epitome of luxury and hospitality with exquisite interiors and fine cuisine. There are breathtaking views of the Taj Mahal from the hotel lobby, bar and lounge.