Luxury Incredible Royal Escapes

1. Day 1 - Arrive Delhi
   Arrival. Namaste! We are warmly welcomed the traditional Indian way with hands clapped together at the airport and transferred to our hotel. The remainder of the day is free to relax.
2. Day 2 - Delhi
   An introduction of India with a tour of New Delhi. We visit Birla House, the last residence of Mahatma Gandhi which is now a museum depicting his illustrious life. We then visit the famous India Gate followed by the Houses of Parliament, Connaught Place and Humayun's Tomb*. This tomb, built in 1570, is of particular cultural significance as it was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent. It inspired several major architectural innovations, culminating in the construction of the Taj Mahal.  The remainder of the day is free for personal activities.  In the evening we enjoy welcome dinner at famous Indian restaurant with glass of wine or pint of beer.  Please note, Birla House remains closed on Monday. 

   Meals Included

   • Breakfast
   • Dinner

   OPTIONAL: Visit Qutub Minar - USD 65

   We visit Qutb Minar and its Monuments* Built in the early 13th century the red sandstone tower of Qutb Minar is 72.5 m high. The surrounding archaeological area contains funerary buildings, notably the magnificent Alai-Darwaza Gate, a masterpiece of Indo-Muslim art and two mosques.

3. Day 3 - Delhi
   Today we visit the Old Delhi, drive past to the Red Fort Complex*. Named for its massive enclosing walls of red sandstone, it is adjacent to an older fort, the Salimgarh, built by Islam Shah Suri in 1546, with which it forms the Red Fort Complex.  We embark on a captivating journey on a Rickshaw passing through the narrow lanes of the famous Chandni Chowk Bazaar, it was originally built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan for his daughter Jahan Ara in 17th Century since then many changes have taken place however it still remains Old Delhi's one of the Oldest and busiest markets in Delhi. Finally end our rickshaw ride at Jama Masjid, Mughal majesty and India's largest mosque.  Please note, Shops at Chandni chowk remain closed on Sunday. 

   Meals Included

   • Breakfast

   OPTIONAL: Visit to Red Fort Complex (remain closed on Monday) - USD 65

   We visit the Red Fort Complex. The Red Fort is considered to represent the zenith of Mughal creativity which, under the Shah Jahan, was brought to a new level of refinement and each pavilion reveals architectural elements typical of Mughal building, reflecting a fusion of Persian, Timurid and Hindu traditions

4. Day 4 - Delhi / Agra (Drive: 220 Km/ 4 Hours)
   After breakfast, we drive to Agra, the city of Taj. On arrival we check in our hotel. In the afternoon we visit Agra Fort*. This powerful fortress of red sandstone encompasses, within its 2.5-km-long enclosure walls, the imperial city of the Mughal rulers. It comprises many fairy-tale palaces, such as the Jahangir Palace and the Khas Mahal, built by Shah Jahan; audience halls, such as the Diwan-i-Khas; and two very beautiful mosques. 

   Meals Included

   • Breakfast

   OPTIONAL: Mohabbat The Taj Show at Kalakriti - USD 14

   Evening enjoys Mohabbat The Taj Show at Kalakriti - a unique Musical Dance Show performed by the renowned stage actors from Mumbai.

   OPTIONAL: Dinner at PESHAWRI Restaurant in ITC Mughal - USD 75

   In an ambience reminiscent of the rustic charm of dining in the warmth of tents under a starry sky in the cold desert terrain of the North West Frontier, Peshawri brings to Agra an award-winning menu of delicacies cooked in the clay tandoor. Experience the wonder of this cuisine in Agra only at Peshawri, with a lavish spread of delicious kebabs – vegetarian and non-vegetarian that are cooked in myriad ways, a range of Indian breads – from the decadently indulgent to light and fluffy breads and of course, the inimitable Dal Bukhara – all of which is paired with an exclusive collection of wines and other beverages.

   OPTIONAL: Visit Taj Mahal under Full moon- Agra - USD 75

   Night visit to Taj Mahal is open for only 5 days including full moon and two days before and after the full moon date. Remains closed on Friday.  Night View is allowed between 0830 hrs to 00:30 hrs in batches of 50 person per slot. Duration of each slot is only 30 minutes. Tickets are issued a day before the visit and are subjected to availability. 

5. Day 5 - Agra / Jaipur (Drive: 245 Km/ 6 Hours)
   At sunrise we visit one of the most well-known wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal*. An immense mausoleum of white marble, built in Agra between 1631 and 1648 by order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife, the Taj Mahal is the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage. Situated on the right bank of the Yamuna in a vast Mogul garden, this funerary monument combines elements and styles of Persian, Central Asian and Islamic architecture. After enjoying a sunrise visit to Taj, we return to our hotel for breakfast.  After breakfast we drive to Jaipur, the rose-pink capital of Rajasthan, since most of the buildings in the old city are made of pink sandstone. Upon arrival, we check in to our hotel. The remainder of the day is free.  Please note, Taj Mahal remains closed on Friday. 

   Meals Included

   • Breakfast

   OPTIONAL: Dinner at Suvarna Mahal in Rambagh Palace - USD 149

   With its high ceilings, gilded mirrors and Florentine frescoes, Suvarna Mahal embodies the rich heritage of erstwhile rulers. Our chefs have mastered royal cuisines from the princely states of Rajasthan, Awadh, Punjab and Hyderabad to give you the best of India in Jaipur.

6. Day 6 - Jaipur
   This morning we visit Amber Fort, located in a valley formed by a range of Aravalli’s known as Kalikho hills. The Palace and Fort are located on top of the hill with the city on slopes, and the valley protected by fort walls with four gates in the four cardinal directions. The construction of the fort began in 1592. It shows the evolution from the purely defensive fort settlements of the early medieval period to the palace fortress type of architecture typified in the 16th century. This palace fortress was never attacked or invaded. The fort comprises of number of gardens, courtyards and palatial spaces derived from Mughal architecture and are a distinguished example of 17th Century Rajput architecture.  After that we explore Jaipur City* visiting the beautiful Hawa Mahal, the Palace of Winds, where the ladies of the royal harem used to watch the city from behind the intricately carved facade.  We also visit the Jantar Mantar*, an astronomical observation site built in the early 18th century that includes a set of some 20 main fixed instruments designed for the observation of astronomical positions with the naked eye. It is an expression of the astronomical skills and cosmological concepts of the court of a scholarly prince at the end of the Mughal period. The evening is free to enjoy both shopping and the cultural experience in the bazaars. Jaipur is noted for its craftsmen, skilled in brass inlay, lacquer work and stone setting. 

   Meals Included

   • Breakfast

   OPTIONAL: Elephant ride at Amber Fort (Subject to availability) - USD 37

   One of the highlights of a visit to the stunning Amber Fort is the chance to ride an elephant up the hill to the main entrance. The Amber Fort elephant ride is a fantastic experience, but visitors must arrive early to guarantee a ride.

   OPTIONAL: Visit the majestic City Palace - USD 49

   We visit the majestic City Palace, which houses a rare collection of Indian art. 

7. Day 7 - Jaipur/ Lakshman Sagar (Drive: 240 Km/ 05 Hours)
   After breakfast we drive to Lakshman Sagar, a former hunting lodge converted into a magnificently unique boutique retreat. Remotely located in the middle of the Rajasthan’s Pali district, your time at Lakshman Sagar is the perfect place to unwind and experience many aspects of traditional Rajasthani village life. Try your hand at goat herding, enjoy nature walks into the surrounding area, watching the sunset by the dam or simply relaxing by the single rock-cut pool are definitely recommended for a memorable holiday.

   Meals Included

   • Breakfast
   • Dinner
8. Day 8 - Lakshman Sagar / Jodhpur (Drive: 140 Km/ 3 Hours)
   After breakfast we drive to Jodhpur, the blue city, a crazed mass of indigo angles, spreads, along the edge of the Great Thar Desert. Upon arrival we check in to our hotel.  In the afternoon we visit the clock tower, a popular landmark in the old city near the Sardar Market and narrow alleys lead from here to bazaars selling vegetables, spices, Indian sweets, textiles, silver and handicrafts. It is a great place to ramble around at leisure. 

   Meals Included

   • Breakfast
9. Day 9 - Jodhpur
   After breakfast we visit Mehrangarh Fort, one of the largest forts in India. The fort is situated 400 feet (122 m) above the city and is enclosed by imposing thick walls. Inside its boundaries there are several palaces known for their intricate carvings and expansive courtyards. We enter through the Gate of Victory (Jaipol) and explore the series of courtyards and palaces decorated with beautiful terracotta lattice work. The museum in the fort has one of the best collections of the splendid trappings of Indian royalty, including some amazing elephant’s howdahs (essential for glittering processions), miniature paintings and the inevitable Rajput armory and ephemera from ivory inlaid ladies dumbbells to camel bone carpet weights. Later we visit Jaswant Thada, a white marble memorial to Maharaja Jaswant Singh II with an array of whimsical domes.

   Meals Included

   • Breakfast

   OPTIONAL: Jeep Safaris to Bishnoi Village - USD 52

   Enjoy a scenic Bishnoi Village Safari and mingle with the tribal Indians inhibiting the land. Watch the Bishnoi folk as they go about their lives in this land where time stands still.

10. Day 10 - Jodhpur/ Udaipur (Drive: 290 Km/ 6 Hours)
    A fascinating countryside as we drive through Rajasthan to Udaipur. Rajasthan literally means “the land of the Rajas” and we notice that still. Udaipur was the historic capital of the former kingdom of Mewar and no other city in Rajasthan is quite as romantic. Misty ochre-shadowed hills and pale, intricate buildings encircle shimmering Lake Pichhola. On arrival we check in our hotel. Balance of the day is free. 

    Meals Included

    • Breakfast

    OPTIONAL: Excursion to Ranakpur Jain Temples - USD 75

    We visit the famous Ranakpur temples, constructed in the AD 1439.  The Ranakpur Jain Temple was built during the reign of the liberal and gifted monarch Rana Kumbha in the 15th century. An enormous basement covers 48,000 sq. feet area. There are four subsidiary shrines, twenty-four pillared halls and eligibly domes supported by over four hundred columns. The total number of columns is 1,444 all of which are intricately carved no two being alike. 

11. Day 11 - Udaipur
    Our yet another interesting day starts with a visit to the enchanting City Palace, which overlooks the Lake Palace located in the blue waters of Lake Pichhola. The palace features several architectural and artistic treasures, such as the stunning peacock mosaics in the Mor Chowk and the murals of the Bhim Vilas Palace. We then visit the Jagdish Temple, to view some remarkable friezes dating back to 1651. Next we explore Fateh Sagar Lake and Saheliyon Ki Bari, the Garden of Maids.  The remainder of the day is free for personal activities. 

    Meals Included

    • Breakfast

    OPTIONAL: Private boat ride at Lake Pichhola - USD 95

    At Sunset we enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichhola, sailing past the picturesque Ghats and palaces and visit Jag Mandir, a 17th century palace built on an island in Lake Pichhola. The royal family used the palace as a summer resort and a pleasure palace for holding parties. 

12. Day 12 - Udaipur
    The day is free to relax or enjoy spa facilities at the hotel on direct payment. 

    Meals Included

    • Breakfast

    OPTIONAL: Excursion to Chittorgarh - USD 75

    Visit the beautiful town of Chittorgarh

13. Day 13 - Udaipur/ Delhi by flight
    After leisurely breakfast, morning is free to relax or enjoy spa facilities at the hotel on direct payment.  In the afternoon we are transferred to airport for our flight to Delhi. Upon arrival, we are transferred to hotel. Evening we enjoy farewell dinner at local famous Indian restaurant.  

    Meals Included

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
14. Day 14 - Delhi/ Onward Destination
    Today we are transferred to airport for our flight to the onward destination. 

    Meals Included

    • Breakfast

* DENOTES UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES INCLUDED