DAY 01 : DELHI
 Arrival at Delhi. Welcome at the airport and transfer to hotel. Later start your exploration of India with a city tour of Old Delhi that includes visit to Jama Masjid, built in 1650 A.D. and the amazing Red Fort which was the seat of Mughal Empire for more than 250 years.Then drive past the imposing India Gate, the Parliament Buildings and President House. Return to hotel for overnight stay.
DAY 02 : DELHI – MANDAWA ( 270 KM, 6 HOURS )
Morning leave for Mandawa. On arrival check in at the hotel. Afternoon visit Havelis which were built by great merchant families. The havelis are famous for beautiful frescos on the walls. Overnight stay.
DAY 03 : MANDAWA - BIKANER - GAJNER ( 230 KM, 5 HOURS )
Morning leave for Bikaner which is a desert city on the ancient carvan routes that originated from Africa and West Asia, upon arrival in Bikaner, visit the impressive Junagarh fort. Then proceed to Gajner for check in at Gajner Palace which was used as a hunting resort by the former Maharajas and visiting British dignitaries during the days of the Raj. Afternoon visit the bird Sanctuary and enjoy boat ride on the Lake. Overnight stay.
DAY 04 : GAJNER – POKHRAN - JAISALMER ( 300 KM, 6 HOURS )
Morning leave for Jaisalmer which is an architectural dream in the lonely yellow silence of the desert. Stop en route and visit Pokhran, It has very interesting mythological legends related to it. Visit the fort and Museum. Then proceed to Jaisalmer. Upon arrival check in at hotel for overnight stay.
 DAY 05 : JAISALMER
Morning city tour of Jaisalmer visiting fort, Patwaon Ki Haveli and Nathmal Ki Haveli which are famous for wonderful carving. Afternoon excursion to sand dunes located at a distance of 42 kms from Jaisalmer, which is the closest point to witness the total sandy desert. Take an unforgettable experience of camel rides and the sun set view. Overnight stay.
DAY 06 : JAISALMER - KHIMSAR ( 295 KM, 6 HOURS )
Morning leave for Khimsar which was Founded in the early 16th century. On arrival check in at Khimsar Fort, a part of which is still occupied by Royal Family. Khimsar Fort has a long lineage of capable rulers who fought hard battles but lived with grace and dignity. Afternoon sight seeing tour of the fort and also visit a handicraft institute. Later Jeep Safari to visit local villages and the camel safari to the sand dunes for a splendid sunset view. Return to Fort for overnight stay.
 DAY 07 : KHIMSAR - JODHPUR ( 130 KM, 3 HOURS )
Morning drive to Jodhpur - Gateway to the Thar desert. On arrival check in at hotel. Later tour of Jodhpur visiting Meharangarh Fort, built in 1457 situated at an altitude of about 125 metres is spread over an area of 5 sq. km with seven gates. It was the toughest fort to conquer in whole Rajasthan. Then visit Jaswant Thada which is a white marble memorial built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant II in 1899. Overnight stay.
DAY 08 : JODHPUR – RANAKPUR – UDAIPUR ( 280 KM, 6 HOURS )
Morning leave for Mount Abu. Visit Ranakpur on the way where there are 15th century Jain Temples known for outstanding sculptures. The Temple has very fine ornamentation in wonderful setting with peacocks, langurs and numerous birds. Then proceed to Mount Abu. After arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight stay.
 DAY 09 : UDAIPUR
Morning city tour of Udaipur visiting City Palace which has gorgeous rooms with mirrored walls and ivory doors, inlaid marble balconies and the peacock courtyard. Also visit Jagdish temple and lovely Saheliyon Ki Bari gardens. Afternoon excursion to Eklingi and Nagada which is famous for 9th century temple. Overnight stay.
DAY 10 : UDAIPUR - DEOGARH ( 135 KM, 3 HOURS )
Morning leave for Deogarh. You drive up through a small dusty bazaar, filled with funny little shops, temples, painted houses and a huge statue of the elephant god Ganesh, until you come across a stony road which leads into the courtyard of a 17th-century castle overlooking the town. On arrival check in at Deogarh Mahal, built around 1670 between Udaipur and Jodhpur, is one of the least known, most remote and most charming of the heritage hotels in Rajasthan. Afternoon jeep safari to nearby villages. Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 11 : DEOGARH - BUNDI ( 200 KM, 4 HOURS )
Morning leave for Bundi. Stop en-route and visit Chittorgarh. Visit Victory Tower, Kirti Stambh,Tower to fame and ruins of Temples and Palaces. Then leave for Bundi. The town has an immense wealth of historical monuments including impressive forts, palaces and temples with beautiful stone idols and cenotaphs with carved pillars. Bundi is also known for its high quality wall paintings and intricate carvings. Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 12 : BUNDI – JAIPUR ( 210 KM, 4 HOURS )
Morning leave for Jaipur. On arrival check in at the hotel. Jaipur city was founded by Maharaja Jai Singh in 1727. It is a magnificent planned city built of rose-pink coloured stones that is why it is also called as "Pink City". Rest of the day is at leisure to explore the pink city market. Overnight stay.
 DAY 13 : JAIPUR
Morning excursion to Amer Fort. Ascend by painted elephant up to fort with its huge gateways and pillared pavilions. It has a marble Palace, Temple of Victory and Sheesh Mahal (Hall of Mirrors). Afternoon city tour of Jaipur. Visit City Palace and Museum. Nearby is the ornate Hawa Mahal (Palace of winds) which is five stories high and is decorated with delicate screens carved from stone. Also visit Jantar Mantar. Observatory which is still equipped with immense brick and mortar instruments. Overnight stay.
DAY 14 : JAIPUR - FATEHPUR SIKRI - AGRA ( 235 KM, 6 HOURS )
Morning leave for Agra. Stop en-route and visit Fatehpur Sikri, undoubtedly the best preserved Mughal Palace city of all. Built by Great Akbar around 1570, he used the highest quality craftsman to construct the city only to abandon it some fourteen years later when it is said that the water system failed. Proceed to Agra and check in at the hotel for overnight stay.
DAY 15 : AGRA - DELHI ( 200 KM, 4 HOURS )
Morning city tour of Agra which was once the capital of Mughal India and centre of great power and glory. Visit world famous "Taj Mahal", the monument of love immortalized in marble. It was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his Queen Mumtaj. Also visit Agra Fort and Sikandara, where lies the Tomb of the Emperor "Akbar the Great". Afternoon leave for Delhi airport to catch flight for onward destination.
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