Day 1: Arrive Delhi

Upon arrival at Delhi airport, you will be met by our representative who will assist you with your transfer to the hotel. Check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day is free for you to relax and engage in personal activities.

 

Day 2: Delhi

After breakfast, proceed for a full-day city tour of Old and New Delhi. Visit Jama Masjid, Red Fort, Raj Ghat, Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, India Gate, Parliament House and President House. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

 

Day 3: Delhi - Varanasi (flight)

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to the airport to board a flight to Varanasi. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. In the evening, attend the Holy Ganga Aarti on the banks of the river Ganges. Overnight stay in Varanasi.

 

Day 4: Varanasi

Wake up early in the morning and proceed for a boat ride and ghat visit along the Ganges to witness the morning rituals being performed by the locals. Later, embark on a city tour of Varanasi and visit the Banaras Hindu University, Bharat Kala Bhawan Museum, Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Sarnath. Overnight stay in Varanasi.

 

Day 5: Varanasi - Mumbai (flight)

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and proceed to the airport to board a flight to Mumbai. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore the city on your own.

 

Day 6: Mumbai

After breakfast, embark on a morning excursion to Elephanta Caves (closed on Mondays). Later, proceed for a city tour of Mumbai and visit the Gateway of India, Prince of Wales Museum, Dhobi Ghat, Mani Bhawan and the Hanging Gardens. Overnight stay in Mumbai.

 

Day 7: Mumbai - Aurangabad (flight)

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and proceed to the airport to board a flight to Aurangabad. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Later, embark on a sightseeing tour of Aurangabad and visit Bibi ka Maqbara, Panchakki, and the Aurangabad Caves. Overnight stay in Aurangabad.

 

Day 8: Aurangabad - Ajanta - Aurangabad (210kms round)

After breakfast, proceed for an excursion to Ajanta Caves (closed on Mondays) to explore the ancient rock-cut caves that date back to the 2nd century BCE. Return to Aurangabad for overnight stay.

 

Day 9: Aurangabad - Mumbai (flight)

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and proceed to visit the Ellora Caves (closed on Tuesdays), Grishneshwar Temple, and Daulatabad Fort. Later, proceed to the airport to board a flight to Mumbai. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and relax. Overnight stay in Mumbai.

 

Day 10: Mumbai - Udaipur (flight)

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and proceed to the airport to board a flight to Udaipur. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. In the evening, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola and witness the spectacular sunset views. Overnight stay in Udaipur.

 

Day 11: Udaipur

After breakfast, proceed for a full-day city tour of Udaipur and visit City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Saheliyon-ki-Bari, and the Folk Museum. In the evening, watch the Dharohar folk dance show at Bagore ki Haveli. Overnight stay in Udaipur.

 

Day 12: Udaipur - Jodhpur (265kms)

After breakfast at the hotel, you will embark on a scenic drive to Jodhpur. Enroute, visit the Ranakpur Jain Temple, one of the five major pilgrimage sites of the Jain community. Upon arrival in Jodhpur, check in to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Jodhpur.

 

Day 13: Jodhpur

After breakfast, embark on a full-day city tour of Jodhpur. Visit the imposing Mehrangarh Fort, which offers stunning views of the Blue City. You will also visit the Jaswant Thada, a white marble memorial to Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, and the Mandore Gardens, which are home to several cenotaphs and temples. Overnight in Jodhpur.

 

Day 14: Jodhpur - Pushkar - Jaipur (330kms)

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Jaipur. Enroute, stop at Pushkar, a holy town famous for its Brahma Temple and Pushkar Lake. Continue your journey to Jaipur and check in to your hotel upon arrival. Overnight in Jaipur.

 

Day 15: Jaipur

After breakfast, embark on a full-day city tour of Jaipur. Visit the magnificent Amber Fort, which is situated on a hilltop and can be reached by an elephant ride or a jeep. You will also visit the Jaigarh Fort, which houses the world's largest cannon on wheels. Later, visit the City Palace, the Observatory, the Hawa Mahal, the Sisodia Rani Garden, and the Birla Temple. In the evening, explore the famous bazaars of Pink City. Overnight in Jaipur.

 

Day 16: Jaipur - Abhaneri - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (245kms)

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Agra. Enroute, visit Abhaneri, a small village famous for its stepwell and Harshat Mata Temple. Continue your journey to Fatehpur Sikri, the abandoned city built by Emperor Akbar. Upon arrival in Agra, check in to your hotel and spend the evening at leisure. Overnight in Agra.

 

Day 17: Agra - Delhi (204kms)

Early in the morning, visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Return to the hotel for breakfast and then visit Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Later, visit the Itmad-ud-Daula Tomb, also known as the Baby Taj. In the afternoon, drive to Delhi and check in to your hotel. Overnight in Delhi.

 

Day 18: Delhi - Departure

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

- Assistance on arrival at airport.

- 17 Nights' accommodation in selected price category hotels.

- Daily breakfast at hotels.

- Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.

- English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.

- Monument entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.

- Bottled drinking water in car.

- Government taxes.

 

Hotels used or similar for 17 night accommodation

Delhi x 2 nights
3* - Madhuban Hotel/ Meridian Plaza
4* - The Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & Suite Saket
5* - Le Meridien/ The Claridges

Varanasi x 2 nights
3* - Meraden Grand/ Amaya Hotel
4* - Rivatas by Ideal/ Palace On Ganges
5* - Radisson Hotel/ Gateway Hotel Taj

Mumbai x 2 nights
3* - Hotel Suba Palace/ BW Hotel Sahil
4* - Sun-N-Sand Hotel/ Fariyas Hotel
5* - Trident Hotel/ ITC Grand Central

Aurangabad x 2 nights
3* - Keys Hotel The Aures/ Aurangabad Gymkhana Club
4* - Ambassador Ajanta / VITS Hotel
5* - WelcomHotel Rama International / Lemon Tree Hotel

Mumbai x 1 nights
3* - Hotel Suba Palace/ BW Hotel Sahil
4* - Sun-N-Sand Hotel/ Fariyas Hotel
5* - Trident Hotel/ ITC Grand Central

Udaipur x 2 nights
3* - Lake Pichola Hotel/ Jaiwana Haveli
4* - Shikarbadi Hotel/ Hotel Lakend
5* - Shiv Niwas Palace/ Trident Udaipur

Jodhpur x 2 nights
3* - Devi Bhawan/ Pal Haveli
4* - The Ummed/ Ranbanka Place
5* - Welcome Hotel/ Ajit Bhawan

Jaipur x 2 nights
3* - Redfox Hotel/ Park Ocean
4* - Fortune Select Metropolitan/ Lemon Tree Premier
5* - ITC Rajputana/ Hilton Jaipur

Agra x 1 nights
3* - Howard Plaza the Fern/ Atulyaa Taj
4* - Four Point by Sheraton/ Crystal Sarovar Premier
5* - Mansion Grand/ Courtyard by Marriott

Delhi x 1 nights
3* - Madhuban Hotel/ Meridian Plaza
4* - The Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & Suite Saket
5* - Le Meridien/ The Claridges

- Delhi - Varanasi - Mumbai - Aurangabad - Mumbai - Udaipur flight fare approx INR 25,500 per person in economy class.

- Camera charges at monuments if any.

- Meals other than mentioned in the inclusions.

- Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc. 

- Gratuities and optional activities.

- Anything not mentioned in inclusions.