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Best of india’s natural wonders
Day 1:
Tonight, arrive in Delhi
where you will stay at the luxurious for two nights, or the
unique .
Day 2:
This morning, embark
on a tour of Old and New Delhi. Start with
a cycle rickshaw ride through Old Delhi,
which dates back to 1650. See the Red Fort,
the most opulent Fort and Palace of the
Mughal Empire. Also visit Raj Ghat, the
memorial site of the Mahatma Gandhi;
Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India;
and Chandni Chowk, the bustling and
colourful market of the old city. Later, tour
New Delhi, which was designed and built
by the British in the 1920's. Delhi is a city
of wide boulevards, impressive Government
buildings, green parks and gardens. Drive
past the imposing India Gate and
Parliament House and visit a local temple.
*B
Day 3:
Today, drive to
Agra, the capital of the grand Mughal
Empire. This afternoon, prepare to get back
that loving feeling as you visit the Taj
Mahal, built by the grief-stricken emperor
Shah Jahan. End the day with a visit to
Agra Fort. Stay at the deluxe or the for two nights. *B
Day 4:
This morning,
depart for Jaipur. En-route, stop in
Rajasthan, one of India’s most colorful
and intriguing states. Also visit the ghost
city of the Fatehpur Sikri, once a Mughal
capital. Afterwards, continue your journey
towards Jaipur, one of the main shopping
centers in India. Buy exquisite textiles, jewelry,
stones, and amazing carpets. Tonight,
stay at the former residence of the Prime
Minister of Jaipur, the opulent . *B
Day 5:
This morning, your
exciting tour takes you outside Jaipur to
the Amber Fort, the former capital of the
Rajput Kingdom. Back in Jaipur, visit the
City Palace
Museum, the awe-inspiring
Jantar Mantar and the lovely Hawa Mahal
(the Palace of Winds). *B
Day 6:
In the
morning, depart for Ranthambore. Journey
through the fascinating Rajasthani countryside.
The rest of the day is at your
leisure. Stay at the for
two nights. *B
Day 7:
The day
begins with an early morning game drive,
which is a perfect time to see tigers, and
romantic ruined temples. Take the afternoon
off and relax at your leisure. *B
Day 8:
This morning, drive through the Thar
Desert as you head to Pushkar. Rest up at
your hotel, the , before setting off on a camel cart
ride through the surrounding sand dunes.
*B
Day 9:
This
morning, drive to Jodhpur where you will
explore the city and visit its magnificent
Meherangarh Fort filled with courtyards
and palaces. Also visit the immense Umaid
Bhawan Palace. Tonight, stay at the . *B
Day 10:
Today,
head to Udaipur and visit the Ranakpur
Temple, one of the biggest and most
important Jain temples in India. Stay at thefor one night. *B
Day 11:
Spend the morning
touring Udaipur, India’s “City of Dreams”.
In the afternoon, enjoy a leisurely boat
cruise across Lake Pichola. *B
Day 12:
This
morning, board a flight for Delhi. Upon
arrival, you will be escorted to your hotels.
The rest of the day is at your leisure. *B
Day 13:
Today, head
to the airport for your return flight home.
*B
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