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Duration: 16 Nights/17 Days.
Places Covered: Delhi, Agra, Ranthambore, Kota, Pushkar, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Jaipur.
Day 01- Arrive Delhi
 Arrive Delhi in the morning. Meet and transfer to hotel.
Delhi, India's capital, is the travel hub of northern India. It serves as an excellent base for visiting Agra, the city of the Taj Mahal, and the colorful state of Rajasthan. If you want to view the grandeur of the Himalayas in the north or proceed towards the spiritual city of Varanasi in the east you'll probably pass through Delhi.
Lunch at the hotel. Afternoon visit to India Gate, a memorial to the soldiers who laid down their lives in the World War I. Drive along Rajpath towards Rashtrapathi Bhawan, the residence of the President of India. Adjacent to the President's residence are the Parliament House and other government buildings.
Dinner at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 02 Delhi / Agra
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning tour of Old Delhi.
· Witness prayer at Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque.
· Enjoy the ride in cycle rickshaw from Jama Masjid through the lanes of Chandni Chawk.
· Visit 17th century spectacular Red Fort, with its Pearl Mosque and exquisite audience halls. Built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, the structure is made of red sandstone.
· Visit Rajghat, a Gandhi memorial.
Lunch an in Indian specialty restaurant
Afternoon tour of New Delhi, including visits to:
· Humayun's tomb, a magnificent structure in red sandstone and white marble, one of the finest examples of a garden tomb and a precursor of the Taj Mahal.
· Qutab Minar, a victory tower which was built in the 12th century by Qutab-uddin Aibak.
· The Iron Pillar, which dates to the 4th century and is located within the spacious courtyard adjoining Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque. The pillar puzzles scientists because its iron has not rusted.
Proceed to Agra. Arrive and check into the Hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Agra is famous for one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Taj Mahal. Its architectural splendors, apart from the forts and palaces in Agra are vivid reminders of the grandeur of the mighty Mughal Empire, which ruled India for some 35 years. Agra also served as the capital this empire for nearly one hundred years. It took 22 years to complete the construction of the Taj Mahal.
Day 03 Agra
Pay a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal. Return to the hotel for breakfast.
Morning visit to Sikandra, the tomb of the greatest Mughal Emperor. Akbar. Construction of the mausoleum was started by the emperor himself and completed by his son Jehangir. Also visit Itamad-Ud-Daula's tomb, precursor to the Taj Mahal. The tomb was built by the Empress Noor Jahan, the consort of Jehangir, in memory of her father, Ghias-ud-din Beg, in 1622-25.
Near the gardens of the Taj Mahal stands the important 16th- century Mughal monument known as the Red Fort of Agra. This powerful fortress of red sandstone
After taking lunch visit the Agra Fort, less than 2 kilometers from Taj Mahal. Also known as the Red Fort of Agra and made of red sandstone, the fort contains, within its 2.5- km-long enclosure walls, the Jahangir Palace and the Khas Mahal, built by Shah Jahan; audience halls, such as the Diwan-i-Khas; and two very beautiful mosques. Within the fort is the octagonal tower Musamman Burj, where Emperor Shah Jahan was imprisoned by his son Aurangzeb and died a prisoner.
Sunset visit to the spectacular Taj Mahal.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 04 Agra / Ranthambore
After taking breakfast transfer to Ranthambore by road. Check in to forest lodge.
Ranthambore National Park is known for its tigers and other endangered species. Situated in an area of 392 square kilometers, the reserve is set between the Aravali and Vindhya mountain ranges.
Afternoon visit to the Park where there is every possibility that tigers can be spotted. Other animals which can be seen are sambar, chital, boar, gazelle, monitor lizards, leopard, hyena, jackal, sloth bear, marsh crocodile, chinkara, nilgai and deer which congregate near the lakes and pools.
Overnight at the Lodge.
Day 05 Ranthambore
Morning trip to the Park to view the colorful bird life. Birds include jacanas, black storks, colored storks, white-necked storks, pea-fowls which are found in abundance, and other birds such as the crested serpent eagle, owl, quail partridge and fowl. Spend the rest of the afternoon leisurely. Overnight stay at the Lodge.
 Day 06 Ranthambore / Kota
Morning drive to Kota. After arrival check in to the hotel.
Kota, an important city of Rajasthan is located on the banks of the Chambal River. Founded in the 12th century it became a princely state in the 17th century.
Afternoon visit to The Rao Madho Singh Museum, City Palace and Fort, Jagmandir and Chambal Gardens.
Dinner at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 07 Kota / Pushkar
Morning drive to Ajmer/Pushkar. Arrive and transfer to hotel.
Afternoon visit to the tomb of the most famous Sufi Saint in India, Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, the Dargah Sharif. Founded by the Chauhan ruler, Aiaipal, in the 11th century, Ajmer is famous for formidable Taragarh Fort built by Prithviraj Chauhan, the last Hindu King of India. In Pushkar, visit the holy Lake and also the famous Brahma Temple, the only temple in India dedicated to the Brahma, Creator in the Hindu Trinity of Gods.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Pushkar
Day 08 Pushkar / Udaipur
Morning drive to Udaipur (274 km ca. 6-7 hrs.) After arrival check in to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
Day 09 Udaipur
One of the most romantic cities in Rajasthan, Udaipur was founded by Maharana Udai Singh in 1568. Surrounded by the Aravalli mountain ranges, the city is dotted with numerous lakes thus earning the epithet "city of lakes". The history, ambience and climate contribute to the making of Udaipur a much sought after tourist destination across the world.
Morning visit to the City Palace Complex & Museum, Crystal Gallery and Jagmandir Island. After taking the lunch at the hotel afternoon excursion includes the famous temples of Eklingji & Nagda built in the 8th century AD. Eklingji: The temple complex of Eklingji comprises 108 temples enclosed by high walls. Eklingji is the presiding deity. Nagda: This ancient place in Mewar was the first capital of Bappa Rawal. The 10th century Sas Bahu Temple has very fine and intricate carvings including some erotic figures.
 Day 10 Udaipur / Jodhpur
In the morning leave for Ranakpur to visit the famous 15th century Jain Temples. The main shrine, Chaumukha Temple, is dedicated to Bhagwan Rishabdev, the first Jain Tirthankar After visiting the temples proceed to Jodhpur.
On arrival check in to the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 11 Jodhpur / Jaisalmer
Morning sightseeing tour of Jodhpur covers the mighty Mehrangarh Fort. Built by Rao Jodha in 1459, the fort contains a number of palaces. Also visit the Jaswant Thada the intricately carved white marble cenotaph of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II.
Afternoon drive to Jaisalmer. After arrival check in to the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 12 Jaisalmer
Situated in the heart of the Thar Desert, Jaisalmer abounds with ancient palaces and temples. Popularly known as the Golden City the place is famous for its exquisitely carved sandstone havelis, cobbled streets and ancient Jain temples.
Morning visit to the 12th century Jaisalmer Fort, made of yellow sandstone.
Visit to Sam Sand Dunes.
Dinner at hotel and overnight stay.
Day 13 Jaisalmer / Bikaner
Breakfast at the hotel. Leave Jaisalmer by surface for Bikaner (333 kms/6 hrs) with a visit of the Karni Mata Temple in Deshnoke on the way. Afternoon visit to the Junagarh Fort, Jain temples etc. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 14 Bikaner / Jaipur
Morning drive to Jaipur (360 Km/ 6 hour). Spend the day at leisure.
 Day 15 Jaipur
Morning sightseeing of Jaipur the capital of Rajasthan, this picturesque city is a symphony in pink. Visit the Janter Mantar Observatory, built by the astronomer King Raja Sawai Jai Singh II in the 18th century.
Drive past the Hawa Mahal or the palace of winds.
Lunch at the hotel.
Afternoon excursion to Amber Fort and Palace, one of the finest examples of Rajput architecture. Enjoy a ride on an elephant which will take you to the fort. Situated on a hillside and overlooking a lake which reflects the fort's ramparts and terraces, the fort presents a spectacular view.
Dinner at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 16 Jaipur / Delhi
Leisurely travel by road to Delhi. Arrive Delhi and transfer to the hotel.
Afternoon rest at the hotel.
Spend the evening experiencing the city atmospherics. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 17 Delhi / out
Transfer to the International Airport to take a flight to your home destination.
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