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Rajputana, the modern-day state of Rajasthan, has been the scene of some of India's most famous battles and infamous court intrigues,
and is home to its finest forts and palaces. The magnificent Jai Mahal Palace, the idyllic Lake Palace and the secluded Mandawa Castle
are just some of the regal settings in which you will be treated like a maharaja. The forts at Jodhpur and Chittor encapsulate the romance
and chivalry of India's powerful Rajput Kings, while at the ancient capital of Amber an ascent on elephant-back recreates the majesty of
a bygone era. Unique fresco styles and intricate miniature paintings adorn the Rajasthani palaces which were once inhabited by the most flamboyant ruling dynasties. While relaxing in the royal palaces, this tour rediscovers the majesty of this " Land of the Kings".

 Glimpses OF RAJASTHAN
USD 1299 PER PERSON ON TWIN SHARING BASIS
10 Nights / 11 Days DELHI / AGRA / MADHOGARH / JAIPUR / KRISHANGARH / ROOPANGARH /
KUCHAMAN / NAWALGARH / MANDAWA / SAMODE / DELHI

DAY 01 ARRIVE DELHI

 Meeting, assistance and transfer to CORUS hotel.Afternoon proceed for half day guided tour of New Delhi. The buildings
designed by Edward Lutyens, architect of modern Delhi - are truly majestic and are all reminiscent of the British “Raj”.The
Presidential Palace, or The Rashtrapati Bhavan houses the President of India and the house that boasts of having welcomed
the most powerful men in history. Parliament House -A marvellous piece of architecture which can be admired only from outside
on account of security restrictions. It is the seat of the Indian Parliament. India Gate-This solemn monument was built in memory
of the 90,000 Indian soldiers who died in World War I. It was built in 1931. Within the Connaught Place area is the Jantar Mantar
observatory built by the Rajput king of Jaipur, Sawai Jai Singh in 1724. It was believed to have been built with masonry instruments
for observing the movements of the stars and the planets. Purana Quila -In 1538, Mughal emperor Humayun, laid the foundations
of his city named Dinpanah, or the Refuge of the Faithful. The inner citadel of this city is today called Purana Qila or the Old Fort.
Humayun’s Tomb, which was built by Humayun’s widow Hamida Banu, in the memory of her husband after nine years of his death.
Drive through Delhi’s beautiful tree-lined avenues and the Diplomatic Enclave enroute to the 12th century, 234 foot high fluted minaret
of Qutab Minar -The highest stone tower in India, built by Qutbuddin Aibak, the viceroy of Mohammed Ghori in 1192.  The Minar is
a five-storey building with a height of 72.5 metres.  Within the complex, is the famous Iron Pillar which has stood for millennia without
rusting, This 7.2 metre high pillar, is a proof of India's advanced knowledge of metallurgy 2000 years ago. The pillar was erected
sometime between the 4th & 5th century AD as a Dhavaja-stambha (flagpole) of a Vishnu temple. Return to hotel for Overnight stay

DAY 02 DELHI > AGRA

Morning after breakfast, depart by surface for the Mughal splendour of Agra - City of Taj . On arrival check into AMAR hotel.
Afternoon visit Agra Fort which lies across river Jamuna.The fort's colossal double walls rise 20 meters in height and measure
2.5 kilometers in circumference. Typical of forts of Mogul era, Agra Fort is surrounded by a moat. The fort looks intimidating
because of its lofty battlements that overlook the far stretching mansions of nobles and princes built along the riverfront.
Another significant structure is the dominating gateway that is surrounded by the magnificent towers, bastions and ramparts.
The fort contains some of the most magnificent and subtle palaces both in red sandstone and white marble that has been built
by two generations of prolific builders; Akbar and later on by Jahangir and Shah Jahan. It was here that Aurangzeb the 3rd son
of Shah Jahan kept his father under house arrest. Itmad-ud-daula built in the year 1628AD has a special place in the chronicles
of both history as well as architecture. This is precisely because Itmad ud Daula is the very first tomb in India that is entirely
made out of Marble.This is actually a mausoleum that overlooks the River Yamuna and is the tomb of Mir Ghiyas Beg, Queen
Noor Jahan's father and an high ranking minister in the court of Shah Jahan. While Sikandra lying 10 kms north west of Agra,
is the final resting place of Emperor Akbar. The Tomb shows an interesting fusion of Hindu and Mughal architecture reflecting
the spirit of the Emperor. Akbar began the construction of his own garden mausoleum during his lifetime, a red sandstone
structure in a char-bagh meaning 4-square formal garden. Return to hotel. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight stay in hotel.

DAY 03 AGRA - FATHEPUR -SIKRI - MADHOGARH

Morning after breakfast, proceed to visit the incomparable Taj Mahal. This monument a fine example of fusion of many
architectural styles is one of the wonders of the modern world. Built in 1652 by Emperor Shah Jahan. It took 22 years & 20,000
skilled artisans to complete this poem in white marble. Planning and construction for the Taj started in 1634 and continued for over
two decades. The Taj has been constructed on a 313 square feet marble platform that stands above a sandstone one. The tomb is
encased in pure white marble brought in from Makrana (in Rajasthan) and Persia (present day Iran). The walls are decorated with
flawless sculptures and inlaid design of flowers and calligraphy cut from precious gems. The dome is made of white marble, but the
tomb is set against the plain across the river and it is this background that works its magic of colors that, through their reflection,
change the view of the Taj. After sightseeing depart by surface for Madhogarh. Enroute stopping to visit Fathepur Sikri the
ghost city 35 kms from Agra. This sprawling structure is made of red sandstone and combines both Hindu and Mughal architecture
and was the political capital of  the Mughal Empire under Akbar's  reign, from 1571 until 1585 AD, when it was abandoned, ostensibly
due to lack of water. Sikri shared its imperial duties as a capital city with Agra, where a bulk of the arsenal, treasure hoards and other
reserves were kept at its Red (Agra) Fort for security. During a crisis, the court, harem, and treasury could be removed to Agra, only
26 miles away, less than a day's march. Visit Sufi saint Salim Chisti's marble tomb. Built in his honor in 1571AD by Mughal emperor
Akbar because he foretold the birth of 3 sons to the Emperor, it is an example of robust stability combined with originality. Each
important edifice in this fort represents a type by itself. Notable among them are the Diwane Khas, Punch Mahal and Buland
Darwaza. After sightseeing, drive on to Madhogarh and on arrival check into FORT MADHOGRAH Hotel for overnight stay.

DAY 04 MADHOGARH - JAIPUR

Morning after breakfast, proceed on a Jeep Safari to see & experience Rural Rajasthan.Visit Tunga battle field with its cenotaps
& medivial step wells. Visit traditional rajasthani villages, where you will be gladly welcomed by these simple folks. See the ancient
Nai Ka Nath Temple, before contunuing your drive to the City of Jaipur - an exuberance of colour, dance & song with traditional arts
& crafts. Known as the 'Pink City' is one of India's most well planned cities with wide straight avenues, roads, streets & lanes in a grid
system. One hour drive gets you to this land of Maharaja's, Forts & Palaces with diversity of colours & culture, that is unique only
to the State of Rajasthan. On arrival check- in at SHAHAPURA HOUSE . Balance time at leisure. Overnight stay in hotel.

DAY 05 JAIPUR

Morning after breakfast, proceed for guided half-day city sightseeing tour of Jaipur. The Pink City has a number of architectural
wonders that attract tourists from all over the country and abroad. Visit the City Palace & Museum, a beautiful landmark that was
built by the Kachchwah Rajput rulers of Jaipur. The palace is a classic example of Mughal and Rajput architecture. A part of the
palace today houses a museum that holds a collection of rare manuscripts, weapons, Mughal carpets and costumes, and Mughal
and Rajasthani miniatures. The Jai Singh's observatory or Jantar Mantar as it is called, makes another wonderful sight to visit. Built
in 1718 AD by Sawai Jai Singh, Jantar Mantar Observatory is one of the five observatories that were built by the king. The observatory
was built to study the movement of stars and is built in stone and marble. Hawa Mahal ( Palace of winds) It  is one of the most common
and popular tourist attractions in Jaipur. It was basically used as a veil by the royal women folk to watch the proceedings on the road
below. On return visit one of the oldest and the most famous Museum in Jaipur - The Albert Hall Museum located in the Ramnivas
Gardens was constructed under the supervision of a British Army officer, Lt. Swinton Jacob in the year 1876. Maharaja Ram Singh,
who was then the king of Jaipur, wanted this building to be used as the town hall but his successor Madho Singh decided to convert
the building to an art museum. The Museum not only houses many rarities and beautiful objects but its own building is also a sight
to behold. The Museum is in the Albert Hall and is inspired by the Indo-Sarcenic style of architecture, which uses the best features
of both styles of building. It has many pillars, courtyards and arches that give it a very traditional yet elegant look. It has an extensive collection of jewelry, metalwork and sculpture. There are also many objects made of brass, which display the skills of the expert hands
that have chiseled them to perfection, besides miniature paintings from the Udaipur, Jaipur, Bundi, Kota and the Kishangarh schools
of painting. There are also fine specimens of woodwork. One can also see the old traditional ceremonial dresses of the Kings and
the royal families besides a whole lot of pottery objects, painting and sculptures. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight stay in hotel

DAY 06 JAIPUR

Morning after breakfast, proceed for day excursion to see three of the most immressive forts of Rajasthan. Visit the impressive
Amber Fort the former capital of the Royal Family of Jaipur, taking an elephant ride to the top of the fort. Built on the hilltop outside
Jaipur, Amber Fort was built by Raja Man Singh in the 16th century and was completed by Sawai Jai Singh in the 18th century. The
fort offers magnificent views of the surrounding area. Built with white marble and red sandstone, the exterior of the Fort is not in the
least like its interiors. The outside is very imposing and rugged looking whereas the inside is a comforting and warm interior which
is influenced by both Hindu and Muslim style of ornamentation. On the walls, are paintings depicting various hunting scenes, and
there is also a lot of work on walls, which are covered with intricate carving, mosaic and minute mirror work that make the halls look
very majestic and imperial. The fort is a mix of Mughal and Rajput architecture and is built in red stone and white marble. Next visit
the imposing Jaigarh Fort. Also called the Victory Fort, the Fort stands in the midst of thorn-scrub hills that impart a sterner look
to the already forbidding Fort. As one approaches the fort from the steep road that leads to the main gate, the Dungar Darwaza, one
cannot help but remark at the amazing view it offers of the city below. Jaigarh fort was built to bolster up the defense of Amer, so
one should not be amazed to find that the fort unlike most palaces and forts of Jaipur is quite plain and simple. It has moats and all
the features you would expect of a full-fledged citadel. Jaigarh built in 1726, has the worlds largest cannon on wheels, "The Jaivana".
It was built in Jaigarh's foundry in the year 1720. Also visit the Armory and the Museum.The armory has many swords, shields, guns,
muskets and even a 50 kg cannon ball. One can also see old photographs of two of Jaipur's Maharajas, Sawai Bhawani Singh and
Major General Man Singh II, both of whom were senior officers in the military (Indian Army). The Museum has many photographs,
of Maharajas, royalty, buildings and processions and even a circular pack of cards besides many other relics of the past. While
the Nahargarh Fort was built by Sawai Raja Jai Singh in 1734. Since Jaipur was his capital, the Nahargarh Fort was strategically
important and was built as a means of bolstering the defense of Amer. It was also known as the Tiger Fort. One of the major
attractions of Nahargarh Fort is the birds eye view it offers of the Man Sagar lake and the surrounding area of the sprawling
Jaipur city. Return late afternoon, to hote. BNalance time free. Overnight stay in hotel.

DAY 07 JAIPUR - KISHANGARH - ROOPANGARH - KUCHAMAN

Morning after breakfast, depart by surface for Roopangarh en-route stopping at a marble-cutting workshop in Kishangarh.
After arrival in Roopangarh, take a Strolling Tour visiting exciting colorful local villages. Roopangarh was founded by the
5th ruler of Kishangarh Maharaja Roop Singh in 16th century AD. Later drive on to Kuchaman and on arrival check into
KUCHAMAN FORT hotel. Located in Nagaur District, Kuchaman Fort has had a strategic role to play in Rajasthan's
history which unravels as one moves around its 17th century battlements. Spend the rest of the day as you wish. Explore
the centuries old Fort that is famous for its 32 bastions and hidden passageways. Its picturesque village is idyllic for those
whowould like to discover the charm of walking through it. Return to hotel for Overnight stay.

DAY 08 KUCHAMAN - NAWALGARH -MANDAWA

Morning after breakfast, depart by surface for Mandawa. Enroute stop to visit frescoed Haveli's of Nawalgarh. Later on arrival
check into SARA VILAS hotel. Thakur Nawal Singji a local Rajput warrior established the Mandawa city in the year 1755
and was once the rest house for Maharajas who hunted in the nearby jungles. Today it is known as the town of open-air galleries
for its frescoed mansions. Afternoon proceed for guided tour of this medivial colourful city.The rustic charm of Mandawa lies in
the fact that this city lies in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan and is dotted with mansions and havelis that have lavishly painted
walls. The outer walls of these havelis are painted with an array of colors and are decorated with murals and geometrical patterns.
Some of the important attractions that you will visit are the Mandawa Fort, Hanuman Prasad Goenka Haveli, Gulab Rai Ladia
Haveli, Chokhani Haveli, Binsidhar Newatia Haveli, Murmuria Haveli and the Jhunjhunwala Haveli. Overnight stay in hotel

DAY 09 MANDAWA - SAMODE

Morning after breakfast, depart by surface for Samode lying on the outskirts of Shekhawati, this small village itself is a centre
for block printing and lacquered bangle making is also famous for forts and palaces. Built in the 19th century, Samode was
one of the princely place of Jaipur. Samode is famous for Samode Palace and Samode Bagh, the Nathawats of Samode played
an important role in the durbar of Jaipur. Latyer on arrival check into SAMODE PALACE  hotel. Afternoon free to explore
the fort surrounding and the quaint little village of Samode. Evening enjoy a Camel ride.Overnight stay in hotel.

DAY 10 SAMODE - DELHI

Morning after breakfast, depart by surface for Delhi. On arrival check into CORUS hotel. Afternoon proceed for guided tour
of Old Delhi. Visit the magniciant Red Fort built by the great Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1648, as he moved his capital from
Agra to Delhi after the death of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Walk through the narrow lanes of Chandni Chowk: It was the eyes
and ears of the Mughal's commercial instincts and is today one of the country's best known wholesale markets for textiles, electronic
goods and watches. The entire area was designed by Jahanara Begum, Shah Jahan's favourite daughter and was then inhabited by
the well-to-do families of the time. See the most famous and the biggest mosque in India, the Jama Masjid, the country's largest mosque
where thousands of Muslims offer prayers even today. It was built by Shah Jahan in 1656 and is a tribute to the values of the Mughal
Kings as also their commitment to religion and prayer. It lies opposite the Red Fort and is surrounded b a large number of shops which
deal in a variety of goods. The flight of stairs and its large courtyard are something to be admired. Besides this there is a variety of the
choicest non-vegetarian food available in several restaurants located around the complex. Finish your tour visiting Raj Ghat located
on the bank of River Jamuna situated Rajghat. On 31st Jan. 1948, Mahatma Gandhi's last rites was performed here. The memorial stone
of Gandhi is square in shape made of black stone. His last ward- 'Hey Ram' is inscribed on it. Afternoon free. Overnight stay in hotel

DAY 11 DEPART DELHI

  On time transfer to Indira Ghandi international airport to board flight for onward destination

END OF OUR SERVICES

October to March
 USD 1299 PER PERSON ON TWIN SHARING BASIS # SINGLE SUPPLEMENT USD 599 Include
Accommodation in standard air conditioned rooms with attached bath on twin sharing basis, with daily breakfast at all places
All surface, including arrival/departure transfers, at all places mentioned in itinerary using air-con vehicle
Sightseeing & Excursions as mentioned in the itinerary using air-con vehicle, as per itinerary.
Elephant Ride at Amber Fort and Camel Ride in MandawaServices of local English speaking guide at all places
Professional service charges for preparing & executing the tour program
All Transfers and Luggage Handling Within India
All presently applicable taxes, including hotel, state, toll, bridges, drivers daily allowance, parking and entrance fees
at monuments of visit as per program, airports, etc, including insurance of driver and vehicle & gasoline
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