The Royal Kingdom of Princes - Rajasthan is known for its Mansions, Forts & Palaces, Sand Dunes and Camel Safari. The desert state of India boasts of the stories of Valour and Chivalary, Romance & Royalty and Architecture of Rajputs. It`s a lifetime experience!

Day 01: Delhi - Agra ( 200 kms / 3.5 hrs)
Depart for the Mughal city of Agra, check in hotel on arrival. Visit Agra Fort and the spectacular Taj Mahal, built by emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.

Day 02: Agra - Jaipur (221 Kms / 5 Hrs)
Early this morning you will be transferred by road to the pink city of Jaipur, enroute you will visit Fatehpur Sikri. Proceed to your hotel with an Evening at leisure or take an OPTIONAL TOUR of the ethnic Rajasthani village of CHOKHI DHANI / SAMODE PALACE. (HOTELS IN JAIPUR)

Day 03: Jaipur to Ranthambore (160 kms South of Jaipur / 2.5 hr)
This morning visit the Amber fort and enjoy an elephant ride up to the fort. Followed by visiting City Palace and Museum, walk to the nearby adjacent Jantar Mantar Observatory, driving past Hawa Mahal. Enjoy a stroll / shopping in the Bazaars of Jaipur. Evening proceed to Swaimadhopur. For an overnight stay.

Day 04: Ranthambhor - Deogarh
Ranthambore is a beautiful expanse of dense forest spread over 400 sq km, lakes and virgin bushland. Visit the park by open sided Jeeps driven by ranger in the early morning before dusk and try your luck spotting tigers Depart for Deogarh after breakfast. Deogarh Mahal - in the Aravalli Hills dominates the town and also overlooks a lake, is noted for its Mewari style of architecture. A 20 Km ride on local train is worth enjoying.

Day 05: Deogarh - Kumalgarh
After breakfast drive up to the Impressive 15th century fort at Kumbhalgarh, one of the finest in Rajasthan and beautifully situated in the rugged Aravalli hills. Stay for a night at the Aodhi Hotel.

Day 06: Kumbhalgarh - Udaipur
Arrive Udaipur by afternoon. Udaipur, the capital of the former princely state of Mewar, basks in a romantic ambience. The Jagdish Temple stands near to the striking City Palace complex, where carved gateways draw you on to a lavish fantasy of chandeliers, mirrors and mosaics. Part museum and part part hotel, its upper terraces gaze across the Pichola Lake. Perfect for a sunset cruise, the celebrated Lake Palace rises from its glittering waters in a display of sheer opulence. Boat rides are popular throughout the day with visitors enjoying the scenic expanse of the City Palace from the lake and watching rare birds nestling in the sanctuary on the western ridge. Also visit Sahelion Ki Bari, Garden of the Maids of honour and Shilpgram, a craft village three km west of Fateh Sagar. It`s an interesting place with traditional houses from the states - Rajasthan, Gujarat, Goa and Maharasthra - and there are daily demonstrations by musicians, dancers or artisans.

(SOLAR BOAT : Udaipur made history in the early 1990 when the first solar boat in the world was introduced on Lake Pichola. Solar boats are available for the eco-conscious in Udaipur.)

Day 07: Jodhpur (260 kms / 6 hrs)
Early this morning you will drive to Jodhpur and check into hotel on arrival. In the afternoon, visit Mehrangarh fort, sprawled across a 125 meter high hill and is the most impressive and formidable fort in fort - studded Rajasthan, continue to Jaswant Thada a cluster of Royal cenotaphs built in 1899.

[OPTIONAL - JEEP SAFARI TO BISHNOI VILLAGE, EXTENSION: ROHETGARH]

Day 08: Jodhpur - Jaisalmer (285 kms / 6 hrs)
Golden City Of The Desert- Jaisalmer is hailed as the last outpost in one of the remotest parts of India. Vist the Sonar Kila - The Golden Fort, walk around to see Manak Chowk, Nathmaji Ki Haveli, Patwon Ki Haveli and Salim Singh Ki Havel. Later in the evening you will visit the Sand Dunes to witness the spectacular sunset.

Day 09: Jaisalmer
Full day at leisure to explore Jaisalmer and enjoy Camel Safari. Overnight in Jaisalmer.
OPTIONAL : CAMEL SAFARI ( 4 DAYS)

Day 10: Jaisalmer - Khimsar
Perched on the edge of the great Thar desert, the fort at Khimsar has battle scarred walls and turrets revealing its eventful past. Full day at leisure to enjoy the beauty of desert and also visit the town of Nagaur noted for its fort and mosque, or the temples at Osian.

Day 11: Khimsar - Bikaner - Mandwa
Depart for the 18TH century town of Mandawa enroute visiting Bikaner- A Rose in the Desert. It is not just a romantic longin for the British Raj but the search for the truly authentic Indian experience that brings celebrities, heritage lovers and ordinary folks to Bikaner. Visit Junagarh Fort and Lalgarh Palace. Proceed to Mandawa, The Mandawa Fort dominates the town and is an ideal place to unwind yourself and see the finest painted havelis in the region. Overnight at Mandwa. Extensions: Dundold Fort / Kuchaman Fort / Mukandgarh Fort.

Day 12: Mandwa - Delhi
After Breakfast return to Delhi with your driver. Transfer to Airport / Railway station for onward destination.

[EXTENSION: NEEMRANA FORT / KESROLI HILL TOP FORT / SARISKA NATIONAL PARK]

» Inclusions 12 nights accommodation at the above mentioned hotels or similar. Daily buffet breakfast. Breakfast & Dinner at Khimsar. Elephant ride at the Amer Fort. Camel Safari at Jaisalmer. Air conditioned car for sight seeing and excursions as per our brochure itinerary. Air currently applicable taxes.

» Exclusions Air fare / train fare. Any meals other than those specified in cost includes. Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, lundary liquor etc. Any other item not specified in cost includes. 3.2% government service tax. Guide & entrance fees during sightseeing.