Duration: 16 Days
Destinations: Mumbai > Aurangabad > Mumbai > Udaipur > Deogarh > Pushkar > Jaipur > Sariska > Agra > Delhi
DAY 01 - MUMBAI
Arrive Mumbai in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel. Mumbai, formerly known as Bombay is India's commercial capital and a city, which marks the colonial past of India. Once an archipelago of seven islands, Mumbai has become one of the largest metropolis in India and the capital of Maharashtra. Mumbai is also known as the hub of film industry nicknamed as "Hollywood of India" or "Bollywood". In the evening enjoy the leisure activities like driving through the Queen's Necklace (Marine Drive) and other tourist places in Mumbai.
DAY 02 - MUMBAI
Morning excursion takes to the Elephanta caves, now a World Heritage Site containing beautiful reliefs, sculptures and a temple to the Lord Siva. Afternoon sightseeing tour of the metropolis includes the British-built arch "Gateway of India, Hanging Gardens, Prince of Wales Museum, Dhobi Ghat, Marine Drive, Gandhi Memorial Museum and the Jain Temple on the Malabar Hill. Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 03 - MUMBAI / AURANGABAD
Relax in the morning or visit the local market. Board a flight to Aurangabad from Mumbai airport.
Check into hotel after arriving in Mumbai. Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb gave the city Aurangabad its name. There are four main gateways to the city - the Delhi Darwaza, the Jalna Darwaza, the Paithan Darwaza and the Mecca Darwaza. Aurangabad is known for the Wolrd Heritage Sites - Ajanta and Ellora. It is also known for its diverse big and small industries, fine silken textiles, and exquisite hand woven brocades of silver and gold fabrics, Himroo of international repute. In the evening visit the textile factory for Himroo. Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 04 - AURANGABAD
After breakfast proceed for a full day excursion to Ajanta, one of India's famous archaeological sites. Nestled in the Sahyardi hills, the 30 rock-hewn caves of Ajanta are testimony to the Buddhist Art in India. Return to Aurangabad and overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 05 - AURANGABAD / MUMBAI
Early morning leave for an excursion to the Ellora Caves, one of the finest Buddhist sculpture sites in India. Kailashnath Temple dedicated to the Lord Shiva was built by Krishna I (757-783 A.D.) of the Rashtrakuta dynasty. This world famous rock-cut temple is ideally epitomes Dravidian art. Return to Mumbai this evening by flight. Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 06 - MUMBAI / UDAIPUR
In the morning reach the Mumbai airport to board a flight to Udaipur. Arrive at Udaipur and check into the hotel. Later embark on a city tour. Udaipur - the "city of lakes" - welcomes you with its numerous lakes on its precincts. Afternoon excursion to Kumbhalgarh Fort built by Rana Kumbha well nestled in the Aravalli ranges. The other tourist places in Udaipur involve a visit to the City Palace, Saheliyon-Ki-Bari or "Garden of the Maids of Honor".
DAY 07 - UDAIPUR
Your morning is free for shopping in the bazaars of Udaipur or visit Ranakpur Jain temples. These temples are known for their elaborate sculptures. Take a romantic sunset cruise on Lake Pichola in the late evening. Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 08 - UDAIPUR / DEOGARH
In the morning depart for Deogarh. Rawat Dwarkadas of the Siaodia Dynasty built the Deogarh Castle in 1670 A.D. Overnight stay in a Deogarh Castle.
DAY 09 - DEOGARH / PUSHKAR
In the morning leave for Deogarh in Pushkar and spend the day exploring this pilgrim town of lakes and more than 400 temples. Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 10 - PUSHKAR / JAIPUR
Morning drive to Jaipur, the Pink City of India. The city tour of Jaipur covers the Amber Fort and Palace. An elephant ride takes you up to the Fort. Within the fort are Sheesh Mahal (hall of mirrors), and various marble palaces to be seen by you. Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 11 - JAIPUR
Morning excursion to Jaigarh and Nagargarh forts. Also visit the Jantar Mantar, one of the five observatories built by Raja Jai Singh II. Rest of the day free for shopping in the city. Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 12 - JAIPUR / SARISKA
Depart for Sariska by road. Arrive at Sariska and check into the hotel. Sariska situated in the Alwar district of Rajasthan became a sanctuary in 1958 and came under the Project Tiger in 1979. It was converted into a national park in 1982. Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 13 - SARISKA / AGRA
Morning excursion to Sariska Tiger Reserve for viewing the tiger closely. The excellent view of the Siliserh. Enjoy the lakeside, which is quite captivating. One can also view a large number of crocodiles here. Proceed to Agra. Arrive at Agra and check into the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 14 - AGRA / DELHI
In the morning visit Taj Mahal, the Eighth Wonder of the World. Depart for Delhi by road. After reaching Delhi check into the hotel for an overnight stay.
DAY 15 - DELHI
Full day city tour of old and New Delhi. In the morning visit India Gate. Drive along Rajpath, Rashtrapathi Bhawan, Parliament House and other government buildings. Visit Qutab Minar, Laxmi Narayan Temple and Humayun's Tomb. Afternoon city tour of Old Delhi. Visit Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque. Also go to Chandni Chowk, Red Fort and Rajghat. Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 16 - DEPARTURE
Early morning board an international flight for onward destination from the Indira Gandhi International airport.