Day 1 To Delhi
Fly from Heathrow to Delhi on direct Jet Airways flight.

Day 2 Delhi
Morning arrival in Delhi. Afternoon enjoy sightseeing of Old Delhi including an exhilarating cycle rickshaw ride to the Jama Masjid through the bustling Chandni Chowk and it’s back roads, which were the centre of the city Shah Jehanabad in the Mughal times. Finally continue onto the Raj Ghat- Mahatma Gandhi’s cremation site, before returning to the hotel. Two nights at Hotel Maidens.

Day 3 Delhi
Morning sightseeing of dynamic New Delhi including the impressive Humayun’s Tomb, Qutab Minar and the 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 at the Raj Niwas Palace.

Day 5 Dholpur
Morning enjoy a 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 hotel 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. The complex of monuments are all built in a uniform architectural style- including one of the largest mosques in India the ‘Jama Masjid’. Two nights 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 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 at the Udai Bilas Palace for 2 nights.

Day 13 Dungarpur
Day at leisure to explore the local tribal life & bird watching.

Day 14 To Udaipur
Drive to Udaipur. Remainder of day at leisure. Two nights 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 day at leisure.

Day 16 To London via Mumbai
Fly to Mumbai and connect to International flight to Heathrow on Jet Airways.

Suggested extensions: Devigarh, Goa, Ajanta & Ellora caves and Mumbai
(Various other extensions are available on request)