Classic Rajasthan

Enchant yourself with the splendours of Rajasthan, discovering this remarkable region’s ethereal landscapes and spectacular manmade monuments to love, wealth and spirituality.

Gaze in awe at the beguiling Taj Mahal, delight at the beautiful Lake Palace of Udaipur, explore the fabled ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur and have the chance to stay in beautiful heritage hotels and former palaces of the Maharajahs.

Tour overview
•   Explore New and Old Delhi
•   Visit the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra
•   See the sights of 'Pink City' Jaipur
•   Take a walking tour of Jodhpur
•   Glimpse rural Indian life in Deogarh
•   Visit heritage city Udaipur from Devi Garh

Guide

•   The Classic Rajasthan tour is escorted by an English-speaking local tour manager from Days 2-13
•   Extensions are not escorted, but assistance is provided in each destination by our local representatives

MEAL PLAN
•   Prices include breakfast throughout the main tour

ACCOMMODATION
•   Four and five star properties, including modern city accommodation and heritage hotels

GROUP SIZE
•   Maximum 14 passengers

MINIMUM NUMBERS
•  Tour subject to a minimum number of passengers; please call for details

GRATUITIES
•   Tipping is a way of life in India
•   Porterage and tips for included meals are included in your tour price
•   It's usual to tip your driver and guide at the end of your holiday

TRAVEL TIPS
•   Be prepared for some long but rewarding driving days
•   As you'll be visiting some remote villages, we recommend that you have some local currency as credit cards may not always be accepted

NB
•   Driving times are approximate and do not include time taken for sightseeing, meals and comfort stops
•   Local conditions may mean slight variations to the timings of the itinerary
•   Check-in at hotels in India is only after 12pm
•   Holi, the 'Festival of Colours', is celebrated on March20 2011. People welcome the spring season by spraying each other with colourful powders.

DAY 1 - LONDON TO DELHI
Depart Heathrow on your Jet Airways flight overnight to Delhi.

DAY 2 - DELHI
Upon arrival in Delhi, transfer to the Maidens Hotel for a two-night stay. The remainder of the day is free to relax, while this evening you can perhaps enjoy the optional ‘Glimpses of Delhi’ tour which takes in Lodhi Gardens, Gandhi Smriti and Birla Temple.

DAY 3 - DELHI
This morning embark on an fascinating orientation tour of the city, starting in New Delhi with the impressive India Gate and the buildings of the government district. Continue with a Metro ride to explore the contrasting sights of Old Delhi on foot. Visit the Zama Mosque and the Raj Ghat, a simple but powerful memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.

DAY 4 - DELHI TO AGRA
Depart Delhi this morning and travel by road to Agra, home of the iconic Taj Mahal. Upon arrival, check into the Trident Agra for an overnight stay, with the remainder of the day free to relax or explore at leisure (125 miles, approx. 5 hours).

DAY 5 - AGRA TO JAIPUR
This morning is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit the awe-inspiring Taj Mahal, built by Shah Jahan as a memorial to his beloved wife Mumtaz. Later depart for Jaipur, visiting the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri along the way. Upon arrival in Jaipur, check into the Jai Mahal Palace for a three-night stay (160 miles, approx. 6 hours).

DAY 6 - JAIPUR
Awake to the sights and sounds of India’s vibrant ‘Pink City’. This morning explore the main attractions including the Royal Observatory and Maharaja’s Palace, and have a chance to marvel at the unique exterior of the beautiful Palace of the Winds.

The next day there's an optional visit to Amber Fort, with the remainder of the day at leisure to relax in the luxurious hotel grounds or head out to further explore this famous city.

DAY 8 - JAIPUR TO JODHPUR
Journey west across Rajasthan's flat plains to the ‘Blue City’ of Jodhpur, and upon arrival check in for two nights at the Taj Hari Mahal (195 miles, approx. 7 hours).

The next morning, enjoy a fascinating walking tour of colourful Jodhpur, visiting the Clock Tower, vibrant spice market and textile market. The afternoon is at leisure, with optional excursions to the carved marble Jaswant Thada and the spectacular hilltop Mehrangarh Fort.

DAY 10 - JODHPUR TO DEOGARH
This morning travel by road to Deogarh, where upon arrival you'll check into the beautiful heritage hotel Deogarh Mahal for an overnight stay. The remainder of the day is free to relax (105 miles, approx. 4 hours).

DAY 11 - DEOGARH
Spend a day exploring this quiet corner of Rajasthan, travelling by jeep deep into the countryside for an opportunity to meet with local villagers and experience a flavour of rural Indian life.

DAY 12 - UDAIPUR
Travel by road to Udaipur (approx. 4 hours) for a for a two night stay at the Trident Udaipur. Take a tour of the city visiting the City Palace, Jagdish Temples and the beautiful gardens of Sahelion Ki Bari. This evening perhaps enjoy the optional cruise on romantic Lake Picchola, taking in the remarkable scenes of the magnificent Lake Palace and surrounding lakeshore scenery (water level permitting).

DAY 14 - DEVI GARH TO UDAIPUR TO LONDON
Morning transfer to Udaipur airport for your return flight via Delhi with Jet Airways, arriving later the same day.

EXTENSION

MUMBAI
Explore Mumbai, India's entertainment capital and the most populous city in India.
DAY 14 - UDAIPUR TO MUMBAI
Fly Jet Airways to Mumbai and on arrival transfer to the Trident Nariman Point for a three night stay. Spend your time at leisure exploring the city.
DAY 17 - MUMBAI TO LONDON
Transfer to the airport for your Jet Airways flight to London Heathrow, arriving later the same day.