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Guide

Operated with an accompanied French or English-speaking guide

Meals

10 Breakfasts

Accommodation

10 nights´ accommodation on bed and breakfast basis Day 1, 2 Delhi: Day 1, 2 Delhi: Standard Hotel Category = Piccadily Hotel or similar 4* Superior Hotel Category = Crowne Plaza Rohini or similar 5* Day 3 Udaipur: Standard Hotel Category = The Fern Residency or similar 4* Superior Hotel Category = Ramada or similar 5* Day 4 Jodhpur: Standard Hotel Category = Mapple Abhay or similar 4* Superior Hotel Category = Radisson or similar 5* Day 5-6 Jaisalmer: Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Rawalkot or similar 4* Superior Hotel Category = Fort Rajwada or similar 5* Day 7 Bikaner: Standard Hotel Category = Gaj Kesari or similar 4* Superior Hotel Category = The Lalgarh Palace or similar 5* Day 8, 9 Jaipur: Standard Hotel Category = Royal Orchid Central or similar 4* Superior Hotel Category = Crowne Plaza or similar 5* Day 10 Agra: Standard Hotel Category = Howard The Fern or similar 4* Superior Hotel Category = Jaypee Palace or similar 5*

Transport

Air-conditioned transportation on a shared basis; transfers mentioned in the program by coach Arrival transfer from Delhi International airport to the hotel Departure transfer from Agra to Delhi International Airport

Others

Superior Hotel Category = Crowne Plaza Rohini or similar 5* Standard Hotel Category = The Fern Residency or similar 4* Day 4 Jodhpur: Superior Hotel Category = Radisson or similar 5* Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Rawalkot or similar 4* Day 7 Bikaner: Superior Hotel Category = The Lalgarh Palace or similar 5* Standard Hotel Category = Royal Orchid Central or similar 4* Day 10 Agra: Superior Hotel Category = Jaypee Palace or similar 5* All the monuments and visits indicated in the program: full day sightseeing of Old and New Delhi (day 2); half-day city tour of Udaipur and boat tide on Pichola lake (day 3); visit of Ranakpur on the day 4; guide tour to Bishnoi village in 4x4 vehicle and Pokhran (day 5); sightseeing tour to Jaisalmer (day 6), half-day city tour of Bikaner (day 7), half-day city tour of Jaipur (day 9), visit of Fatehpur Sikri and afternoon visit of Taj Mahal (day 10), guided tour to Agra Fort (day 11) Meet & Greet on day 1 and on day 3 Jeep ride at Amber Fort Jaipur Camel Ride in Jaisalmer Rickshaw ride in Jaipur

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Others

Expenses of a personal nature, drinks, and meals if not stated explicitly in the program Gratuity for driver and guide India Visa Travel and health insurance Optional tours International or domestic flight tickets and airport taxes or visa fees (Flight from Delhi to Udaipur on day 3 is not included) airfare Delhi Udaipur KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Red Fort is closed on Mondays. Temples are open from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm Hotel early check-out, early check-in, late check-in, connecting or adjoining rooms are all subject to availability and not guaranteed The triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room Please note that hotel classification is as per Indian standards. No refunds for unused services. Splitting the package is not allowed. Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the contents of the tour without prior notice, including possible changes of hotels and/or itinerary On the last day please book your departure flight after 8:00 pm. Please note we are able to accept clients' requests for Vegan meals.

Flights

International flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrival Delhi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrival Delhi

Arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport. After landing, a representative will be waiting to greet you with garlands outside the main exit of the airport. You will then be transferred to the hotel for check-in. If time allows, head out into the city for your first taste of Delhi. The capital of India is a bustling metropolis where the past and the present collide. Steeped in history yet overflowing with modern life, the city is a feast for all your senses. Some recommended activities for today include going to a Ghunghroo Dance Show (not included, optional extra), a unique, immersive dance musical, that unfolds and weaves the story of Delhi as the seat of power and discusses its impact on the cultural scape of India through centuries. Alternatively, you could visit Akshardham Temple (not included, optional extra) and explore this spiritual complex. In the evening, attend a briefing session with our tour manage and discover what lies ahead during this 11-day tour of some of Rajasthan’s most spectacular cities and sights. Overnight in Delhi.
Day 2 Day 2: Delhi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Delhi

Start the day with breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a morning tour of Old Delhi, the 300-year-old walled city built by Emperor Shah Jehan in 1648. Drive past the impressive Red Fort (Closed on Monday). Opposite the fort, notice the black and white domes and minarets of the Jama Masjid, the most elegant mosque in India. Visit Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi at the site of his cremation in 1948. The route through the old city is subject to traffic restrictions. Stop at lunchtime to enjoy one of the local restaurants (lunch not included). In the afternoon, enjoy a tour of New Delhi, the modern capital designed by Sir Edward Lutyens. Drive past the Presidential Palace and the Secretariat Building. Then continue down the ceremonial avenue, the impressive Rajpath to the World War I memorial arch, India Gate. Proceed to visit Humayun’s Tomb, this magnificent red sandstone and white marble structure is one of the finest examples of a garden tomb and was a precursor to the Taj Mahal. Later, visit Qutub Minar, an impressive 73-meter minaret, and Quwwat ul-Islam Mosque. Then see Delhi’s most curious antique, a 4th-century iron pillar that is still rust-free to this day. End the day with a visit to the famous Connaught Place shopping complex, then spend the evening at leisure. Overnight in Delhi.
Day 3 Day 3: Delhi - Udaipur (1.5 Hrs By Flight; Not Included)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Delhi - Udaipur (1.5 Hrs By Flight; Not Included)

After an early breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Delhi Airport for a connecting flight to Udaipur (not included). Upon arrival, a tour representative will greet you at the airport, transfer you to the hotel and assist with check-in. Enjoy an afternoon city tour of Udaipur. Nestled like a gem beside tranquil Lake Pichola in a valley surrounded by the green Aravalli hills, the setting of Udaipur is unmatched in all of Rajasthan. The narrow winding streets full of havelis, temples and palaces speak of an aristocratic past. Visit the City Palace, which sits regally on the edge of Lake Pichola. Then visit Sahelion-ki-bari, the ‘Garden of the Maids of Honour’, which was the setting for royal parties for centuries. Drive around Fateh Sagar Lake, an artificial lake first constructed in 1687 and later rebuilt by its namesake Maharana Feteh Singh. Later, visit the Puppet Museum, Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal, and the statue of Maharana Pratap. In the evening, enjoy a boat ride on the tranquil waters of Lake Pichola, named after the small village of Picholi on its west bank. There are several islands on the lake and two of them are home to palaces, Jag Mandir and Jag Niwas. Overnight in Udaipur.
Day 4 Day 4: Udiapur – Ranakpur – Jodhpur (290 Kms – 6 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Udiapur – Ranakpur – Jodhpur (290 Kms – 6 Hrs)

Wake up to breakfast at the hotel and then continue your journey to Jodhpur. On the way, visit the extravagant 14th century Ranakpur Jain temple, one of the largest and most important temples of Jain culture. Set among the green hills of the Aravalli mountain range, the intricate temple is made almost entirely of white marble, and 1,444 pillars hold up its ceilings. Each pillar is intricately decorated with unique carvings that portray people, elephants, flowers, and geometrical patterns. The pillars are arranged in such a way that you can always see the deity when standing next to any one of them. The central temple is dedicated to Adinath, the Revealer of Truth. The tour will last approximately one hour and there will be time for lunch at one of the local restaurants afterwards. After lunch, continue by road to Jodhpur. Upon arrival in Jodhpur, check in to the hotel and enjoy some free time to refresh yourself after the drive or head out for your first look at the city. Overnight in Jodhpur.
Day 5 Day 5: Jodhpur – Pokhran – Jaisalmer (285 Kms – 5 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Jodhpur – Pokhran – Jaisalmer (285 Kms – 5 Hrs)

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, check out of the hotel and then proceed for a tour of a Bishnoi village, a cultural tourist destination 22 kilometres outside Jodhpur. The 450-year-old Bishnoi tribe has a distinctive way of life, they are environmentalists and after centuries of living with nature, they have developed their own methods of preserving the land and wildlife. Centuries-old traditions still permeate the lifestyle here. In the village, you may watch an opium ceremony and become acquainted with the norms and customs of the tribe as you watch men and women in brightly coloured clothing going about their daily chores. You may also spot black bucks, wild camels and rare birds. In the afternoon, continue the drive to Jaisalmer with a stop en route at Pokhran Fort. This 14th century sandstone monument is a mixture of Mughal and Rajput architecture and it was the premier fort of the Chief of the Rathores Clan of the state of Marwar-Jodhpur. After visiting the fort, continue to today’s destination and check in to the hotel. Enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure in Jaisalmer. Overnight in Jaisalmer.
Day 6 Day 6: Jaisalmer
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Jaisalmer

Rise early and energise yourself with breakfast at the hotel before getting ready for a full-day sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer. Known as the ‘Golden City’, this desert citadel is surrounded by desert sand and stunning sandstone buildings that grow more yellow in the sunlight. Jaisalmer Fort dominates the city and is a breathtaking sight, like a massive sandcastle rising from the plains of the Thar. Today, not only is Jaisalmer the last inhabited ancient fortress in India, but it serves as something of a living monument, where life goes on among the narrow lanes and crowded courtyards in much the same manner as it did in the 12th century. After visiting the citadel, the afternoon tour will continue to Sam Sand Dunes, one of the most picturesque areas in the region. Travel over the silky dunes where camel drovers herd their animals over vast distances and have an intimate knowledge of every waterhole and piece of pasture in the area. Here you can truly appreciate the awesome beauty of the dunes and the desert lifestyle. Overnight in Jaisalmer.
Day 7 Day 7: Jaisalmer - Bikaner (350 Km – 6.5 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Jaisalmer - Bikaner (350 Km – 6.5 Hrs)

Wake up to breakfast at the hotel then continue your overland trip to Bikaner. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and prepare for an afternoon tour of this city with a medieval flavour that sits on the old caravan route linking Central Asia and North India with the Gujarat seaports. Surrounded by the Thar Deset, Bikaner is home to various forts, temples and palaces. Our tour will begin with Junagarh Fort, a vast 16th century complex founded by Raja Rai Singh. This fort is one of the most impressive in India, with its red sandstone and marble construction, the ornate balconies and windows of differing designs and the fact that it has remained unconquered throughout its history. Inside we will find thirty-seven palaces, pavilions and temples built by different kings and all connected by paved courtyards, narrow staircases and terraces. After the tour, why not visit a street vendor and sample some of Bikaner’s famous savoury snacks, Desi Namkeen. Overnight in Bikaner.
Day 8 Day 8: Bikaner – Jaipur (350 Km – 6.5 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Bikaner – Jaipur (350 Km – 6.5 Hrs)

Start the day with breakfast at your hotel. After breakfast, check out of the room and prepare to move on to the next destination of the tour: Jaipur. The morning drive from Bikaner will arrive in Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, in early afternoon. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel, freshen up and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure in the ‘Pink City’. Take the opportunity to rest and recharge your batteries after several full days of sightseeing or head out into the city and witness the city’s colourful, chaotic streets that ebb and flow with a heady brew of old and new. Alternatively, there is an optional astrology tour that can be booked in the afternoon. Meet a famous astrologer and discover some of the secrets of this ancient science. Find out what the stars have in store for you, have your palm read or provide your exact time and place of birth for a full horoscope. In the evening, enjoy a rickshaw tour of the city. Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 9 Day 9: Jaipur
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Jaipur

Today, breakfast is followed by a morning visit to the Amber fort, just 11 kilometres north of Jaipur. Described as the ‘sleeping beauty of Rajasthan’, the magnificent Amber Fort is built from pale yellow and pink sandstone and white marble and it comprises an extensive palace complex divided into four main sections, each with its own courtyard. Some of the main attractions include Jai Mandir or the ‘Hall of Victory’, a masterpiece of intricate stucco with elegant panels inlaid with mirrors, and Sheesh Mahal, also known as the Mirror Palace. In the afternoon, enjoy a city tour of Jaipur, the city painted the ‘colours of an autumn sunset’. Stop for photos at Hawa Mahal, ‘the Palace of the Winds’, an elaborate building encrusted with delicate honeycombed screens and carved balconies from which the royal ladies, confined to their quarters, could view the world outside. Continue to Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory built in the 17th century by Jai Singh. Visit the City Palace, the former ceremonial and administrative seat of the Maharaja of Jaipur which now houses the Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum. There will be free time at the end of the tour to enjoy the city at your own pace. Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 10 Day 10: Jaipur – Fatehpur – Agra (250 Km – 5.5 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Jaipur – Fatehpur – Agra (250 Km – 5.5 Hrs)

After breakfast, drive to Agra, home of the world-famous Taj Mahal. Stop en route at the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri. The monumental walled city of Fatehpur Sikri was built by Emperor Akbar as the capital of Mughal Empire in 1571. However, the city was abandoned just a few years after its completion due to a lack of water. Today, it is a remarkably well-preserved collection of red sandstone palaces, pavilions and mosques. The complex presents a unique blend of Hindu and Islamic styles, and it includes the 40-metre-high victory gate, Jami Masjid, the tomb of Shaik Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal, a cloistered courtyard and Pachchisi, where the Emperor played chess using slave girls as figurines. Continue to Agra and check in to the hotel. Enjoy a full afternoon tour of the Taj Mahal, one of the wonders of the world and one of the greatest love stories ever told. On the death of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, Shahjehan built her this memorial which took 20,000 men and over 17 years. Stay at the Taj Mahal until sunset and watch the glittering white marble change colour as the sun goes down over its domed roof. It is a truly magical sight. Overnight in Agra.
Day 11 Day 11: Agra – Departure Delhi (250 Km – 4 Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Agra – Departure Delhi (250 Km – 4 Hrs)

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. This morning, we will enjoy a tour of Agra Fort, the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638, and one of the finest Mughal forts in India. It was designed primarily as a military installation, with a colossal 20-metre-high wall that stretches around it for more than 2 kilometres. Shah Jahan later transformed it into a palatial fortress and the red sandstone bastions now protect the dozens of beautiful white marble palaces and courtyards that he constructed inside. Explore Diwan-i-Am, the Public Hearing Room, where the emperor received members of the general public and heard their grievances, and Diwan-i-Khas, the Private Hearing Room, where he dealt with foreign dignitaries. After the tour, transfer to Indira Gandhi International Airport for your onwards or return flight. Although this is the last day of your tour with us through the history, culture and magical charm of Rajasthan, we are sure that your memories of this unique region will last you a lifetime!

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Itinerary of your trip Marble To Sands

Day 1: Arrival Delhi

Day 2: Delhi

Day 3: Delhi - Udaipur (1.5 Hrs By Flight; Not Included)

Day 4: Udiapur – Ranakpur – Jodhpur (290 Kms – 6 Hrs)

Day 5: Jodhpur – Pokhran – Jaisalmer (285 Kms – 5 Hrs)

Day 6: Jaisalmer

Day 7: Jaisalmer - Bikaner (350 Km – 6.5 Hrs)

Day 8: Bikaner – Jaipur (350 Km – 6.5 Hrs)

Day 9: Jaipur

Day 10: Jaipur – Fatehpur – Agra (250 Km – 5.5 Hrs)

Day 11: Agra – Departure Delhi (250 Km – 4 Hrs)

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