THE JOURNEY TO INDIA
Day 01 :Arrive Udaipur
Late evening arrive Udaipur:
• Our representative will be holding a placard in clients name on arrival at the airport.
• Special welcome at the airport with company banner and flower garlands
• Meet & Assist and transfer to the hotel by Air-conditioned Coach.
• On arrival at the hotel, experience Indian warmth and hospitality as you are greeted with a ‘Traditional Welcome with aarti’ and your forehead is anointed with the auspicious red ‘Tika’
• Exclusive check in counter at the hotel
• Welcome kit (Post cards, city maps, information etc) and room keys distribution.
• Direct delivery of luggage to the rooms.
• Check in on arrival at the hotel.
• Non Alcoholic welcome drink on arrival
• Light snacks will be served at the private area.
• 01 bottle of mineral water per day at all the hotels.
Overnight stay at Udaipur Hotel.
Day 02 :In Udaipur
After breakfast, proceed for a City tour of Udaipur, a splash of colour in Rajasthan that is brighter when tinged with the tones of local lore and legends. Visit the City Palace, built in 1725, which houses the Dilkhush Mahal, Sheesh Mahal - studded with glittering Belgium Mirrors, Moti Mahal and the Palace of Lord Krishna all of which are ornately decorated.
Later visit the Jagdish Temple. This temple built in 1651 is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the preserver in the Hindu Trinity of Gods. Also visit the Sahelion Ki Bari gardens and fountains.
Later, drive around the Fatehsagar Lake.
Lunch at the Indian restaurant.
Later, visit of Palace Museum ~ made of granite and marble with filigreed balconies, ornate windows and craftsmanship in glass. Each palace within is an outstanding creation of art. Visit the Bhartiya Lok Kala museum, which has an excellent collection of Indian folk art including costumes, ornaments, puppets, masks, dolls, musical instrument and deities. Also visit Sahelion ki Bari the “Ladies Garden”, with its rich foliage and intricately designed fountains.
Enjoy a Boat cruise in Lake Pichola on which the majestic Lake Palace Hotel is situated. See the ghats along the lake and the interesting buildings on the banks. The view of the city palace from the lake is spectacular. Dock at the Jagmandir Island where Maharana of Udaipur once gave Shah Jehan sanctuary.
Return back to the hotel.
Unique dinning experiences: Dinner at ‘Darikhana restaurant’ at Jagmandir Island
The Darikhana restaurant is an exclusive venue for stylish dining. It’s a colonnaded restaurant, specially air-conditioned for guests, and offers a select international cuisine. A varied a la carte menu is offered for evening dining. Guests will be taken by boat to the Jagmandir Island.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 03 : Udaipur - Jaipur
After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and transfer to the airport for the flight to Jaipur.
Arrive Jaipur
• On arrival at the hotel, experience Indian warmth and hospitality as you are greeted with a ‘Traditional Welcome with aarti’ and your forehead is anointed with the auspicious red ‘Tika’
• Direct delivery of luggage to the rooms.
• Check in on arrival at the hotel.
• Non Alcoholic welcome drink on arrival
• 01 bottle of mineral water per day at the hotel.
• Lunch at the hotel
Later, leave for Chokhi Dhani. www.chokhidhani.com
In the magical land of Rajasthan where the heat shimmers like phantom water, where the things you see are not really there and where the things that vanish behind veils of illussion, stands Chokhi Dhani, an ethnic village resort with a blend of rustic environment and modern amenities making it an important destination in Pink City.
Chokhi Dhani Village has a different theme for each day, a festive celebration every time in a different manner with a preview of real Rajasthani village culture in fun, entertainment, games, shopping, rajasthani cuisine, folk dance, music and much more...
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 04 : Jaipur
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Leave for the sightseeing of Jaipur.
Steeped in history and culture, this city is known for its magnificent Palaces and forts; broad avenues and spacious gardens. Jaipur with its romantic charm takes you to an epoch of royalty and tradition.
Proceed to visit AMBER FORT, the ancient capital of the Rajput rulers, perched atop the hill overlooking a lake.
Enroute, stop for photography, the tapering Hawa Mahal, or "Palace of Winds" which was built in 1799 to enable the ladies of the royal household to watch street processions while remaining in a strict state of purdah. Its five-storey facade, decked with no less than 593 finely screened windows and balconies, makes the building seem far larger than it really is.
Upon arrival at Amber, ascend to this hilltop fort in Maharaja style by decorated Elephant.
By seeing the majestic ramparts of the Fort, which surround the palace, one can imagine the power of the character. Visit the beautiful complex of palaces including inlaid mirror palace, halls, pavilions, gardens and the famors Kali temple.
Possibility of attending Puja at the Kali temple. Puja is the time of the prayers according to Hindu rites'. One can enter in the temple only bare feet and without leather articles on oneself
Decend down from the fort and return back to the city.
Lunch at Spice Court restaurant with live entertainment.
Visit a factory to see the famous block printing work being done since centuries in Jaipur.
In the afternoon leave for sightseeing of Jaipur.
Visit THE CITY PALACE - the Royal residence of Maharajaha built in Rajasthani and Mughal architecture, Hawa Mahal" the Palace of Wind & the Observatory of the 18th century.
Visit the visit the OBSERVATORY, begun by Jai Singh.
The most striking instrument is the sundial with its 27m high gnomon. The shadow that casts moves up to 4m an hour.
Take a Rickshaw ride on your own in the bustling bazaars of Jaipur, well known for their beautiful carpets, enamelled ornaments, precious and semi-precious stones, brass ornaments and many other arts and crafts.
Time for shopping.
Return to the hotel to refresh.
Evening, “Royal Gala Darbar” evening at Samode Palace
• A royal welcome is reserved for you, illuminated castle, red carpet, fireworks, camel, affixing the "Tikka" and welcomed by a shower of rose petals.
• Welcome drink
• Then visit the palace with its galleries and its audience hall, the Durbar Hall, decorated with paintings and mirrors, is like a little fairy-tale castle.
• A sumptuous gala dinner will be served under the stars on the terrace illuminated.
• Rajasthani music to accompany your meal.
• Performing folk dances
• A fireworks show will end the evening
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 05 : Jaipur - Agra
After breakfast, proceed for an excursion of Elephant Polo at Dera Amer followed by lunch.
Venture into the most enchanting sport of the Royals “Elephant Polo” after buffet lunch at the venue.
The experience of witnessing elephant polo at this location is unique and special. The polo is organized in the middle of the forest and neighboring an old fortified temple.
Later, drive to Agra.
Enroute, visiting the World Heritage Site “Fatehpur Sikri’ (45 min)
Fatehpur Sikri - This exquisite city was built by Akbar the Great in 1569, in red sandstone; with its forts, palaces and mosques. The city was abandoned 14 years after its creation due to political reasons. Must see are - The Diwan-i-am - a vast courtyard in which the emperor gave daily public audience; Diwan-i-khas - a large quadrangle which contained all the major functions of the Palace, Pachisi court, the Emperors private living quarter, Jodha Bhai’s Palace, Mariam’s Palace, Birbal’s Palace, Hawa Mahal and Panch Mahal are some of the important buildings of this residential complex. The Friday Mosque and the exquisite tomb of Sheik Salim Chisti are in the religious grounds set aside in a separate enclosure adjacent to the secular buildings.
Continue the drive to Agra.
Optional: visit to the Farm House, meet the family head and interact with local villagers.
Arrive Agra
• On arrival at the hotel, experience Indian warmth and hospitality as you are greeted with a ‘Traditional Welcome with aarti’ and your forehead is anointed with the auspicious red ‘Tika’
• Direct delivery of luggage to the rooms.
• Check in on arrival at the hotel
• Welcome with Dhol & Torai
• Non Alcoholic welcome drink on arrival
• 01 bottle of mineral water per day at the hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 06 : Agra
After breakfast, visit the Taj Mahal by Tonga ride ~ colorful horse carriages to take in its sublime beauty at the first rays of the sun. (Board on your decorated and personalized Tonga upto the Entrance gate of Taj Mahal).
Taj Mahal - the inimitable poem in white marble. Built over a period of 22 years, by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 16th century, for his Queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains, it is one of the seven wonders of the World.
Group picture in front of Taj Mahal. (With Client's logo & a nice hand made paper Frame with Client's logo)
Optional: Miniature Taj Mahal (9" size in a nice velvet box) for each person.
Later, visit Agra Fort.
Agra Fort ~ built by three Mughal Emperors starting from Akbar the Great in 1565 AD, which is a masterpiece of design and construction. Within the fort are a number of exquisite buildings including the Moti Masjid, Jahangir's Palace, Khaas Mahal and the Sheesh Mahal, Diwane-i-Am, Diwane-i-Khas and Musamman Burj where Emperor Shah Jahan, the fifth Mughal Emperor died a prisoner.
Lunch at Rio Restaurant or similar
Return to the hotel.
Time for shopping.
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Optional: Cultural evening ~ Mohabbat the Taj - The Sanskritik Natyashala presents ‘Mohabbat-the-Taj’ – a series of play depicting the saga of love. of Shajahan for Mumtaj Mahal- his beautiful wife; the lavish lifestyle of mughal era; emaculate hardship of the artisans for 22 years that created the most precious specimen of craftsmanship. The dialog in its pure urdu form is scintillating and fortunately it is available in 8 different languages through simultaneous translation headsets. The show is located at a venue just 5 minutes away from the Eastern gate of the Taj. It is very entertaining and colorful and is a great way to end a visit to Agra. Highly recommended for it adds a new dimension to the Indian experience.
Buffet dinner at the hotel.
Optional cost: Exclusive Cocktail with and Magic Show.
Optional cost: Theme dinner in Agra “Mughal Darbar’
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 07 : Agra - Delhi
After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and drive to Delhi.
Delhi - The capital city of modern India has behind it centuries of history, which has enriched its culture. Nowhere has tradition blended with modernity on a scale as evident in Delhi, where age-old monuments stand along with ultra modern hi-rise buildings. Delhi has been the seat of power for centuries. Today, old and new city combine to present a harmonious whole offering the traveler, elegant shops, broad avenues, sun warmed elegant forts and mosques that were once stronghold of Mughal powers and the not be missed ‘ delightful vibrant bazaars’.
Arrive Delhi
? On arrival at the hotel, experience Indian warmth and hospitality as you are greeted with a ‘Traditional Welcome with aarti’ and your forehead is anointed with the auspicious red ‘Tika’
? Direct delivery of luggage to the rooms.
? Check in on arrival at the hotel
? Non Alcoholic welcome drink on arrival
? 01 bottle of mineral water per day at the hotel.
Lunch at the Indian restaurant or hotel.
Later, departure by luxury bus with driver and English Speaking Guide.
Group activity: Shop / Bargin & Win game ~ SPICE MARKET OF OLD DELHI
Concept is to give Fix amount of Indian money to each couple or team together with specific target & Time to Bargain to the most and buy number of products. Winner will be given special prize.
In the Indian metropolis of Delhi, visit the largest spice market in all of Asia, the bustling Khari Baoli bazaar. Open air shops on both sides of the road display sackcloth bags filled with pungent spices, bushels of fragrant flowers, nuts and sticky dried fruits, mountains of bright orange turmeric, mouth-watering sweets, gallons of gooey ghee and enough tea
Special Cycle rickshaw ride (T-shirts for drivers with company logo)
The rickshaw wala awaits you with his decorated Cycle rickshaw to take you on a ride so wonderful and colourful...... Take an interesting RICKSHAW RIDE through Old Delhi – a truly memorable experience. Stroll through the bustling markets and bazaars and get a feel for life in India's capital city. It is an exhilarating experience to visit the narrow by-lanes on a tri-cycle which presents infinite opportunities for taking candid photographs of the bustling market life. Chandni Chowk meaning the ‘Moonlight Square’ was designed and laid by Jahanara Begum, Mughal emperor Shahajahan's daughter between the Red Fort and Fateh Puri Masjid. In a way the street reflects the national unity, secularism and diversity of India as it houses many important places of worship of major religions of the world.
Depart for a dinner at Vista Farm with Punjabi Folk Dances.
Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 08 : Delhi
After breakfast, proceed to Old Delhi.
Old Delhi takes you to Jama Masjid - The largest mosque in India. Drive past the magnificent Red Fort - a marvel in red sandstone, built on the banks of River Yamuna by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Also drive past the Raj Ghat ~ memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.
Lunch at Rendezvous Restaurant or similar.
City tour of New Delhi by air-conditioned car:
Visit the Qutab Minar ~ the 239ft sandstone tower is an Indo-Islamic architectural wonder of ancient India. The complex has a number of other important monuments- the gateway built in 1310 construction of garden-tombs on the Indian subcontinent & lastly drive through Rashtrapati Bhawan, India Gate & other important government buildings.
Return to the hotel to refresh.
Depart for a farewell dinner at Indian restaurant.
Day 09 : Depart Delhi
After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and drive to International airport for their onward journey.
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