Photogenic Rajasthan and Ranthambore Safari

Itinerary

• Day 1: International Arrival, Delhi

  Welcome to India! Your local representative will meet you at India Gandhi International Airport and escort to your hotel for check-in. Delhi, the capital of India, is like an eastern Rome, dotted with mysterious temples, busy streets, and endless bazaars.

  • Delhi

• Day 2: One of a Kind Old Delhi Experience, Delhi

  In the morning, your guide will take you on a magical half-day, Old Delhi tour. This extraordinary visit shows you the lanes of Old Delhi including rickshaw rides through the heritage and bazaar, off the beaten path backstreet walk and some street food adventures. Meet the local Indian people and end with a fantastic home-cooked Indian meal in the haveli.

  Afterwards, you will tour the highlights of New Delhi, includes driving past the India Gate, President's House, Parliament House & Government Secretariat Buildings. Continue by visiting Humayun's tomb, which tells the story of the great Mughal era. Later visit the 800-year-old Qutub Minar, known as India's largest Minaret. End with Gandhi Smriti where the Father of India spent the last days of his life and was assassinated.

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  • Delhi

• Day 3: Delhi - Agra, 4-5Hrs Driving

  Head to Agra this afternoon (about 4.5 hours drive) with the stopover for coffee break or photo opportunities. On arrival, check-in at your hotel and enjoy your free time.

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  • Agra

• Day 4: Photogenic Taj Mahal, Agra

  The Taj Mahal is one site that needs no introduction. Immerse yourself in the beauty and romantic history of the Taj Mahal in the early morning for the best photo opportunities. Continue by discovering the palatial Royal Pavilions at the red sandstone Agra Fort for a glimpse of the royal Mughal lifestyle.

  After sightseeing, you will be welcomed by a local family and enjoy an authentic Indian lunch with your host. Try Masala Chai (Indian Spice Milk Tea) and you will fall in love with it immediately. It's a real insight into life of India. 

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  • Agra

• Day 5: Agra - Ranthambore

  Drive to Ranthambore this morning. En-route, roam around the former royal city of Fatehpur Sikri (about 2 hrs' drive) en-route. Proceed to Ranthambore (about 5 hours' drive) to check in and stay overnight.

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  • Ranthambore

• Day 6: Ranthambore Safari: into the Wilderness

  The Jeep safari today takes you to the renowned wilderness region of Ranthambore National Park. Once the former hunting ground, this park now is one of the original Project Tiger reserves. Along with your experienced guide, this game drive will get you close to nature and various wild animals, such as tigers, sambar, chital, wild boar, uncommon water-birds, marsh crocodiles and pythons, etc. Make sure your camera is fully charged.

  Note: Ranthambore National Park is closed for visitors between July and September every year. 

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  • Ranthambore

• Day 7: Morning Safari & Driving to Jaipur

  Take a morning safari to adventure in this wildlife sanctuary, you will get a private transfer to Jaipur. Check in the hotel upon arrival in Jaipur and then enjoy some leisure time on your own.

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  • Jaipur

• Day 8: Historical Beauty of Jaipur

  After breakfast, explore the Amber Fort on the hillside, a magnificent example of Royal Rajasthan. And immerse yourself in this glorious past of India at the Sheesh Mahal (Palace of Mirrors). Before returning to Jaipur, don't forget to Nahargarh Fort. The views of Jaipur will become more and more prominent as you head to its top.

  Stop at the façade of the pink Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds) for picture opportunities. Continue to the City Palace Museum and Jantar Mantar - the incredible timepieces that are still in service today. Afterwards, apply the Mehandi (Henna Painting) to your hands and learn how to dress in an Indian Saree of different colors and materials. It's great for those looking for an authentic experience.

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  • Jaipur

• Day 9: Hitting the Highlights of Pushkar

  This morning, drive to the desert oasis of Pushkar this morning (about 3 hours drive), a town that clings to the side of the divine Pushkar Lake. To experience the peace and quiet, walk around the lake where pilgrims and sadhus come to pay their respects. Continue by visiting the Brahma Temple, the only temple in the world for Hindus to worship the Lord Brahma. 

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  • Pushkar

• Day 10: The Blue City - Jodhpur

  Enjoy a leisurely morning before driving to Jodhpur, which is the second largest city in Rajasthan, standing on the edge of the Thar Desert. On arrival, check-in and then you can have a rest in the hotel or venture in the city on your own.

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  • Jodhpur

• Day 11: Magnificent Fort in Jodhpur

  Today a jeep safari will take you to the rural Bishnoi Village, offering an opportunity to see desert wildlife, shepherds, farmers and the craftsmen at work. Then step into the well maintained Mehrangarh Fort, a massive complex standing on the hillside overlooking the old city of Jodhpur and the imposing Jaswant Thada, where the true Rajput culture and style displays its history. Continue by visiting the Umaid Public Gardens and the museum inside.

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  • Jodhpur

• Day 12: Hidden Treasure of Magnificence in Architecture, Ranakpur

  Ranakpur is a little village tucked away in the Aravalli hills between Udaipur and Jodhpur (about 2 hours drive). The tour today brings you to one of the biggest and most important clusters of Jain temples in India - Ranakpur Temple. Built in marble and supported by over 1,444 exquisitely carved marble pillars, no two of which are alike. Head to Udaipur (about 4 hours drive) after the tour. 

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  • Udaipur

• Day 13: Udaipur: Venice of the East

  This morning, you will first wander through the markets and bazaars to visit the Jagdish Temple and admire the royal heritage City Palace. After, take a serene boat ride on Lake Pichola (1 hour), before heading for the Garden of the Maids of Honour and Folk Art Museum. You will finish your day with an unforgettable sunset visit to the Sajjan Garh Palace (Monsoon Palace).

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  • Udaipur

• Day 14: Flying to Delhi, Departure

  Enjoy a free morning before heading to the airport for the flight to Delhi. The afternoon is at leisure and you may take advantage of this time for last minute gift shopping before our representative escorts you to the International airport for your onward flight.

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