16 DAYS ~ FROM £2,259
Explore off the beaten tourist path and experience the real hidden Rajasthan. See the Mughul garden at Dholpur, Shahpura with its stepwells and the wildly romantically sad Chittorgarh Fort. This delightful tour offers an opportunity of exploring the rural gems of Rajasthan.
Delhi • Gwalior • Dholpur • Agra • Fatehpur • Jaipur • Shahpura • Chittorgarh • Bambora • Dungarpur • Udaipur • Mumbai
 Day 1 To Delhi
Fly direct from Heathrow to Delhi on Jet Airways.
Day 2 Delhi
Morning arrival in Delhi. Afternoon sightseeing of Old Delhi including an exhilarating cycle rickshaw ride to the Jama Masjid through the bustling Chandni Chowk and it’s back roads. It was once the centre of the Mughal city of Shah Jehanabad. Finally continue onto the Raj Ghat – Mahatma Gandhi’s cremation site, before returning to the hotel. Two nights stay at the Maidens.
Day 3 Delhi
Morning sightseeing of pulsating New Delhi including the impressive Humayun’s Tomb, Qutab Minar and India Gate. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 4 To Dholpur via Gwalior
Early morning Shatabdi train to Gwalior. Sightseeing of this amazing Fortress, reputed to be one of India’s most formidable structures. Later drive to Dholpur. Two nights stay at the Raj Niwas Palace.
Day 5 Dholpur
Morning sightseeing of Dholpur and its surroundings. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 6 To Agra
Drive to Agra in the morning. Afternoon sightseeing includes the incomparable Taj Mahal, the glorious Agra Fort and the Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah. Overnight at the Trident.
Day 7 To Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri
Drive to Jaipur via the magnificent deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri built by the Emperor Akbar in the second half of 16th c. Wander the myriad of rooms used by the Royal family and see the beautiful Tomb of the Sufi Saint Salim Chisti. Two nights stay at the Samode Haveli.
Day 8 Jaipur
Morning drive to the outstanding Amber Fort. Climb the steep winding road on a stately caparisoned elephant. Don’t miss the Hall of Mirrors – it’s said one small candle could light the whole room with its reflection dancing from mirror to mirror. Afternoon take a city tour visiting the City Palace complex, amazing Jantar Mantar Astronomical Observatory and the delightful Palace of Winds.
Day 9 To Shahpura
Drive to Shahpura. Remainder of the day to relax in the old summer home of the Royal family. Two nights stay at Shahpura Bagh.
Day 10 Shahpura
Day at leisure to explore the village with its vibrant art and craft traditions.
Day 11 To Bambora via Chittorgarh
Morning drive to Bambora via the enigmatic Chittorgarh Fort, with a history of heroic sacrifice and honour. Overnight at Karni Fort Bambora.
Day 12 To Dungarpur
Morning drive to Dungarpur. Afternoon sightseeing of Dungarpur noted for its beautiful architecture and visit the Juna Mahal – constructed in the 13th c. Two nights stay at the Udai Bilas Palace.
Day 13 Dungarpur
Day at leisure to explore the local Tribal life and bird watching.
Day 14 To Udaipur
Drive to Udaipur. Remainder of the day at leisure. Two nights stay at the Fatehprakash Palace.
Day 15 Udaipur
Morning sightseeing of the City Palace and Museum with its fascinating insight into the lives of the Maharajas. Later stroll in the delightful Garden of the Maids of Honour. Remainder of the day at leisure.
Day 16 To London via Mumbai
Fly to Mumbai to connect with Jet Airways direct flight to Heathrow.
With love from India.... Jaipur Textiles
The tying of cloth with thread, and then, dying it, is the simplest and perhaps the oldest form of creating patterns on a plain piece of cloth. Few places can match the beauty and intricacy of the tye and dye from Jaipur, renowned throughout the world for its purity and vibrancy of colour.
Suggested extensions: Devigarh, Goa, Ajanta & Ellora caves and Mumbai
(Various other extensions are available on request)
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