Incredible Rajasthan with Pushkar Fair

After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Agra. After checking into your hotel and freshening up, you’ll visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Agra Fort. Built-in the 16th century, this red sandstone fort once served as the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty and is home to beautiful mosques, palaces, and halls.

In the evening, a spectacular sight of the Taj Mahal awaits at sunset. This UNESCO World Heritage-listed white marble masterpiece, commissioned in the 17th century by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb for his departed wife, is a world-renowned icon and symbol of eternal love.

This morning after breakfast, drive to Jaipur. En-route visit Fatehpur Sikri. Built-in the 16th century, this ancient fortified city was once the capital of the Mughal Empire. The complex includes the Diwan-i-Khas building, which has a beautifully carved pillar at its center and the Panch Mahal palace.

After breakfast, set off for a day of exploration in Jaipur. Take an elephant ride to the majestic Amber Fort, part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Hill Forts of Rajasthan. This 17-century ornate palace, split over four levels, was created from marble and pink and yellow sandstone. Pass the incredible Hawa Mahal (‘Palace of Winds’) an exquisite 5-story building, with over 953 ornate windows, with its high frontage designed to allow royal veiled ladies to watch ceremonies and festivals without being seen. In the afternoon, explore the ‘pink city’ (Jaipur’s Old City) and take in the striking architectural complex of the 18th century City Palace, and Jantar Mantar an astronomical observatory housing world’s largest stone sundial. 

Return to the hotel or visit the local market.

After breakfast this morning, leave for the holy city of Pushkar. Check-in at the hotel and freshen-up, then proceed to visit the ancient Brahma Temple and the Pushkar Lake. The Brahma temple, believed to be 2000 years old, is the only prominent temple in the whole world that is dedicated to the Hindu God Brahma. Situated at a walking distance of the temple is the sacred Pushkar Lake where a large number of pilgrims gather to take the holy bath, which is believed to absolve all sins.

Pushkar Fair is also known as the Pushkar Camel Fair. Held over a period of seven days in the month of October and November, it is an annual camel and livestock fair. The festival is also touted to be the world’s largest cattle fairs. Experience various activities offered in the fair like a camel cart ride, hot air balloon, watch performances like turban tying competition, mustache competition, best-dressed camels, folk music and dance among other interesting activities. Spend the day visiting the colorful Pushkar Fair and enjoying the colorful display of unique exhibitions, exciting competitions, and fascinating events. Return to your hotel in the evening.

After breakfast, leave for Jodhpur - the blue city of Rajasthan, and the second-largest city of the state. On reaching Jodhpur, check-in to your hotel and rest. Spend the evening in leisure.

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, leave for a sightseeing tour of Jodhpur. Start with Mehrangarh Fort, one of the most impressive forts of Rajasthan. The walls of the fort surround the old city of Jodhpur, and the fort stands 100 feet on a perpendicular cliff and 400 feet above the skyline of Jodhpur. Fabricated with red sandstone, the fort is a sight to behold. Now proceed to Jaswant Thada, a white marble amazing monument, which is towards the left of Mehrangarh fort. It is a 19th-century cenotaph built in the memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. The main memorial has been built like a temple with intricately carved marble stone that is sculpted by the genius artisan. A visit to this structure is through the rocky hills giving it a secluded and a mystic aura.

Afterward, visit the iconic landmark of the town - Clock Tower (otherwise called Ghanta Ghar). Located close to the clock tower is the vibrant and quaint Sadar Market selling textiles, antiques, silverware, and handicrafts.

After breakfast, leave for Udaipur. En-route visit the famous Jain Temples of Ranakpur – a three-storied 15th-century temple made of white marble. It was built by a rich Jain businessman and is dedicated to Lord Adinath - 1st Tiranthakara (Spiritual teacher) of Jainism. This temple is said to have around 1,400 pillars that are designed totally different from each other. It was among the 77 sites to be nominated as the 7 wonders of the world. 

Continue driving to Udaipur. On reaching, check-in at the hotel and relax. 

After breakfast, take a sightseeing tour of Udaipur. Visit City Palace built in 1559, a small palace overlooking the dreamy Lake Pichola. It has gradually evolved to be the largest palace in Rajasthan; with attractions like Durbar Hall, Crystal Gallery, Palace Museum and Jagdish Temple. Later, visit Saheliyon Ki Bari that is a small ornamental garden built in the honour of Royal Ladies for recreational purpose, and visit Lok Kala Mandal, a cultural institution with a museum, which exhibits collection of folk art items like folk dresses, ornaments, puppets, masks, dolls folk musical instruments, folk deities and paintings. Opened seven days a week, puppet shows and folk dancing are conducted every evening in an adjacent open-air theater. Next stop will be at Shilpgram to see the village arts & crafts. Evening is free to relax, optionally you can take a walk through the narrow lanes and back streets of Udaipur up to the Ghats at lake Pichola. Enjoy Boat ride at Lake Pichola.

This morning after breakfast, our representative will transfer you to Udaipur airport to board the flight for Delhi. On reaching Delhi, we’ll transfer you to your hotel in the city. Rest and relax in your room.

After breakfast, set out on a sightseeing tour of Delhi city (that lasts 6 to 7 hours). You’ll first go for Old Delhi sightseeing, starting with Jama Masjid, the country's largest mosque, built-in 1656. The mosque's courtyard is capable of holding 25,000 devotees at once. Next, visit Delhi’s oldest and biggest market Chandni Chowk. Later, enjoy a rickshaw ride from Fatehpuri Majsid to the impressive red sandstone monument of Red Fort. Here, our driver will pick you up and drive you to Raj Ghat, the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi - Father of the Nation.

Afterward, proceed to Humayun’s Tomb (A UNESCO World Heritage Site), an early example of fine Mughal architecture in India, built-in 1565. Humayun's Tomb is often said to be the inspiration behind the Taj Mahal. Later, tour New Delhi and by driving past Rashtrapati Bhawan (President’s House), Parliament House, and India Gate - the national monument of India was constructed in memory of thousands of Indian soldiers who fought in WW-I.

Lastly, visit Qutub Minar (A UNESCO World Heritage Site), a soaring tower of victory constructed in 1193 under the Islamic ruler Qutub-ud-din-Aibak, immediately after the defeat of the last Hindu Kingdom in Delhi. The marble and red sandstone built structure is nearly 73 meters tall and tapers from a 15-meter-diameter base to just 2.5 meters at the top. After sightseeing, we’ll drop you at the airport. 

Note: *Flexibility in timing of sightseeing in Delhi on the day of departure.