Royal Rajasthan 14 Day Tour

Enjoy a full-day guided tour of Delhi.  Begin your day with an exploration starting in Old Delhi. Visit Jama Masjid, the Royal Mosque which was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1656. Enjoy a cycle rickshaw ride through the narrow lanes followed by a short walk on the main street of Old Delhi - the colorful shopping bazaar known as Chandni Chowk. Drive past the Red Fort (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). In the afternoon visit New Delhi - the imperial city created by the British as the capital of India. In 1911, Edwin Lutyens, the most renowned English architect of the day, was chosen to design New Delhi. Drive through the majestic boulevards - the President House. View India Gate, a war memorial arch built in honor of 90,000 Indian soldiers who lost their lives in World War I. Visit Humayun’s Tomb, the first great example of Mughal architecture in India. The day’s tour ends at Qutub Minar - a soaring tower of victory which is 72.5 meters high and has five distinct stories. Overnight in Delhi

This morning drive to Mandawa. The town was founded and inhabited by Shekhawati Rajputs in the 18th century and is popularly known as the open art gallery of Rajasthan due to magnificent murals and frescoes from mythology. Arrive at Mandawa and check-in at your hotel. In Late afternoon explore the beautiful town of Mandawa. See the hand painted havelis that are some of the splendid examples depicting the regional folklore. Walk and maze through the streets, bazaars and observe colourfully dressed local people and their day to day activities.

This morning drive to Bikaner. Bikaner exists in magnificent isolation in the northern Rajasthan desert, a fortified town founded by Bika, son of the Rathore king Rao Jodha (who built Jodhpur). On arrival, check-in at your hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a city orientation tour of Bikaner. Visit Junagarh Fort, one of the most interesting forts in Rajasthan. With its sumptuously decorated interiors, the fort was built in 1588 by Raja Rai Singh

This morning drive to Jaisalmer, a journey taking approximately 7 hours. There is something magical about Jaisalmer, a city which rears out of the inhospitable, it is a walled citadel, formidably fortified, in a sandy colour that turns golden in the setting sun. It also contains a complex fort surrounded by palaces and temples. Arrive in Jaisalmer and check-in at your hotel. Remainder of the afternoon will be at leisure.

This morning enjoy a sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer. Visit Jaisalmer Fort, the main attraction of this picturesque desert city. Built in 1156, it is the second oldest fort in Rajasthan. Visit the intricately carved havelis or mansions Salim Singh ki Haveli and Patwon ki Haveli. At Late afternoon, drive to the sand dunes. The ripples on the wind-caressed dunes creating an enchanting mirage are surely a delight. Enjoy a camel safari on the dunes. Overnight in Jaisalmer.

This morning drive to Jodhpur - approximately 5 hours away. Jodhpur was once the capital of the former princely state of Marwar. It was founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha and is now the second largest city of Rajasthan. The graceful palaces, forts and temples bring alive the historic grandeur, while the exquisite handicrafts, folk dances, music and the brightly attired people lend a romantic aura to the city. Arrive in Jodhpur and check-in at your hotel. Late afternoon, enjoy a short orientation tour. Visit magnificent Mehrangarh Fort, one of Rajasthan's finest forts. This 5,000-metres-long fort is an impressive and formidable structure. There are seven gates that lead into the fort, inside a series of courtyards and palaces to be found. Make a brief stop at Jaswant Thada, located at a short distance from the fort, which is a white marble memorial to Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. Later, enjoy a walking tour through the ancient blue town where there will be an opportunity to explore the narrow winding lanes, ending at the Old Clock Tower vegetable and spice market.

This morning drive to Udaipur. En route visit Ranakpur. Ranakpur boasts some of the most exquisite Jain temples in the country, famous for their intricate friezes and sculptures, and is one of the holiest Jain sites in India. Arrive Udaipur late afternoon and check-in at your hotel.

Explore Udaipur, the “Venice of the East” by visiting the City Palace, Sahelion Ki Bari and Jagdish Temple. Don't forget to explore the Gangour Ghats situated just a 5-minute walk from the temple. Later in the afternoon, you can take a boat ride on Lake Pichola which is worth the experience. Overnight at a hotel.

After your breakfast, you will drive to Jaipur. After the long drive, you will arrive at your hotel in Jaipur, "the pink city", capital of Rajasthan. With its rich cultural heritage and colourful past, it is one of the most important heritage cities in India, known for its jewellery gemstone. Overnight in hotel.

This morning enjoy an excursion to the magnificent Amber Fort. The beautiful, fortified palace was the capital of the state of Jaipur until 1728. The architecture is a blend of the Mughal and Rajput styles. Tour the chambers and hallways of the palace, which are famous for the excellence of their design and decoration including the spectacular “Hall of Mirrors”. Afternoon enjoy an orientation tour of Jaipur city. Visit City Palace and its museum which has a superb collection of Rajasthani costumes, and armoury of the Mughals and the Rajputs including swords, antiques and artifacts. Proceed to Jantar Mantar, a stone astrological and astronomical observatory which was built by Maharaja Jai Singh in the 18th century. Enjoy a cycle-rickshaw ride in the colourful bazaar of the old city. Also visit Hawa Mahal or the "Palace of the Winds." This beautiful façade is probably the most-photographed in Jaipur. Its ornately carved windows were designed so that the ladies of the palace could look out onto the streets unobserved. There is also time to shop for Jaipur blue pottery and block-printed cotton linens.

This morning drive to Agra. En route, stop at Fatehpur Sikri (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) - this deserted red sandstone city was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace in the late 16th century. Arrive at Agra at late afternoon and check-in at your hotel.

Wake up at dawn to witness one of the highlights of your Royal Rajasthan tour!  at sunrise, the marble of the Taj Mahal, encrusted with precious stones, is shaded with golden tones, revealing one of the seven wonders of the world. Be dazzled by the beauty of this tomb which was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the image of his deceased queen, an enduring monument to love. After breakfast, your tour guide will take you to the Agra Fort. You can spend up to 1 hour at Agra Fort. After lunch your tour will proceed to Itmad-Ud-Daulah (Baby Taj). In the evening, you will explore the backdrop view of Taj Mahal over river Yamuna in Mehtab Bagh during sunset and capture the beautiful glimpses in your camera. Overnight in Agra.

After breakfast check out by 10:00 AM and will be driven to Delhi, reach to Delhi will drop at airport as per the flight timing .