Splendour of Rajasthan with Golden Triangle 14 days / 13 nights

After clearing immigration and customs, our representative will meet you at the receiving area and escort you to your hotel.

After breakfast, experience the combined charm of Old and New Delhi.

Today’s sightseeing includes Old Delhi and a visit to the Raj Ghat. Drive past the Red Fort on your way to the Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque. A tour through the bazaars of Chandni Chowk is followed by a drive past the historical India Gate, the Rashtrapati Bhawan and the Parliament House. The day is concluded by a visit to the capital’s most striking monument; the 70 metre high Qutab Minar.

Following breakfast drive to Agra. On arrival in Agra visit the Agra Fort and then in the later afternoon view the heavenly sight of the setting sun on the Taj Mahal, the greatest symbol of love and devotion.

Early in the morning behold the glorious sight of the sun casting its mellow rays on the Taj Mahal. Sunrise is the best hour to experience the Taj Mahal as the light reflects off the marble to give it a magnificent hue. Return to the hotel for breakfast before driving to Jaipur en-route visiting Fatehpur Sikri, the sandstone city. This evening enjoy dinner with a Noble family to “experience the Living Cultures of India”.

After breakfast, embark on a half-day excursion trip which will lead you to Amber Fort. En route make a photo stop at the palace of winds, the Hawa Mahal. A visit to the City Palace in the afternoon which now houses the Royal residence and museums with a fine collection of textiles and costumes, armory, manuscripts, paintings followed by a stopover at Jantar Mantar. This evening is free to explore the local bazaars and score a bargain.

Set forth to Mandawa, situated in the North Indian state of Rajasthan, the fort town of Mandawa lies in the heart of the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan. This small town attracts travellers because of its beautifully made forts and palaces, known as Havelis.

After breakfast drive on to Bikaner. Here you will get the opportunity to delve into the depths of the Junagarh Fort which lies to the northeast of the old walled city of Bikaner. This historical monument was built by Raja Rai Singh, a general in Akbar’s army in 1593. The Junagarh Fort’s most unusual feature happens to be that it was built at ground level and not on high ground.

This morning proceed to Jaisalmer after breakfast. You will enjoy the walk along the active and colorful markets of Jaisalmer in the evening.

After breakfast set out to discover the beauty of the Jaisalmer Fort overlooking the city. This ancient monument, built in 1156 engulfs not only the Jain Temple complex within it but is also famous for its stunning Havelis such as the Patwa Haveli, the Salim Haveli and the Nathmal Haveli.

Soon after breakfast, begin the journey to the Dera Dune Retreat at Jamba. World’s first resort on top of a sand dune, this is a perfect place to get away from the big cities and enjoy the solitude of the desert life. Watch the evening come alive with traditional Rajasthani musicians and dancers from nearby villages.

An exciting jeep safari after breakfast will lead you to the surrounding villages. Interaction with the Bishnoi tribes that inhabit this region will expose you to the simplicity of the life of these people. As you follow the 29 (bis-nou) tenets laid down by the 15th century guru, Jambeshwar you will reach the temple of ‘Jambaji,’ the founder of this tribe.

You depart for Jodhpur after breakfast. Pay an unforgettable visit to the imposing Meherangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada, the graceful marble cenotaph. The evening will be spent exploring the lively local markets of the city with a concluding visit to the clock tower.

After breakfast, visit the Umaid Bhawan Palace in its entire splendour. This is an incredible art-deco royal residence, as well as a luxury hotel, where the Maharaja of Jodhpur and his family still reside.

In the afternoon proceed to the airport for your flight to Delhi. On arrival in Delhi you will be met and transferred to your airport hotel.

Following breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward journey.