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Day 01: Arrive New Delhi
Arrive Delhi , the capital of kingdoms and empires is now a sprawling metropolis with a fascinating blend of the past and the present. It is a perfect introduction to the composite culture of an ancient land. A window to the kaleidoscope - that is India Meet assist at the airport & transfer to hotel. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 02: New Delhi - Agra
Morning after breakfast proceed for sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi:
OLD DELHI - A sight-seeing tour of Old Delhi would entail visiting the Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India.
NEW DELHI - An extensive sight-seeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit to the Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub Minar, a drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, the President's Residence and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave. After sightseeing drive to Agra. Arrive Agra & Check-in at Hotel. Overnight stay at Agra.
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Day 03: Agra - Jaipur
Taj Mahal visit at sunrise, return to hotel for breakfast, then visit the traditional marble inlay craftsmen, Agra Fort and Itmad-ud-Daulah's mausoleum. Drive further to third Mughal emperor's deserted capital, Fatehpur Sikri, 40 km or 25 miles west of Agra in about one hour. After sightseeing of the palaces complex and the Friday Mosque drive further to Jaipur, distance of 181 km or 112 miles in about 4 hours. On arrival late in the evening, check-in at Hotel and Overnight stay at Jaipur.
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Day 04: Jaipur
Jaipur, the Pink City of Rajasthan was founded in 1727 AD by one of the greatest rulers of the Kachhawaha clan,tourist places in Jaipur, the most famous are:
Hawa Mahal,City Palace etc.
Day 05: Jaipur - Chittorgarh
After breakfast drive to Chittorgarh, the proud fortress capital of Sisodia Rajput warriors. On arrival check-in at Hotel. Later sightseeing of Chittorgarh Fort including the Chatries of Jaimal and Kallaa (the two Rajput warriors who sacrificed themselves in defense of Fort in 1568), Ram Pol (the main entrance), Rana Kumbha's Palace (in its cellar the Rani Padmini performed Johar Self Sacrifice), Mira Bai's Temple, Vijay Stambha, Kirti Stambha (the Jain
minaret), Fateh Prakash Palace and Archeaological Museum. Overnight stay at Chittorgarh.
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Day 06: Chittorgarh - Udaipur
After breakfast drive to Udaipur. Arrive Udaipur And check-in at hotel and overnight stay at Udaipur.
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Day 07: Udaipur
Fullday sightseeing of Udaipur including City Palace, Jagdish Temple outside the palace, boat ride on Pichola Lake, Jag Mandir Island Palace, Jag Niwas Lake Palace and Saheliyon ki bari. Overnight stay at Udaipur.
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Day 08: Udaipur - Ranakpur - Jodhpur 
After breakfast drive from Udaipur to Ranakpur, about 90 km. Ranakpur has one of the worlds most elaborately and intricately carved Jain temples. The Chaumukha (four faced) temple is the biggest and most important Jain temple here. It is about 1500 years old but because of its remote and secluded location, it is still in a very good state of preservation. The temple is located in a picturesque and lush green valley amidst the high Aravalli hills. The main deity in the temple is the first Tirthankar of Jain religion, Adinath. The temple has 29 halls with 420 pillars, each one of which is very different in ornamentation from the other. A majestic flight of stairs takes one to the first level of the temple. There are two more floors above this main floor. The temple is built with very hard white granite stone and marble. Opposite the Chaumukha Temple there are two other Jain Temples, one of which is dedicated to Jain Tirthankar Paraswanath and was constructed in 14 th century AD. Apart from these Jain temples there is one Surya (Sun) Temple also in the same valley built in Shaivite tantric tradition.
After sightseeing of the Ranakpur Temples drive another 190 Km. Check-in at Hotel. After refreshing sightseeing of Jodhpur Fort and Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum. Overnight stay at Jodhpur.
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Day 09: Jodhpur - Ajmer - Jaipur
After breakfast drive to Ajmer , a distance of in about 6 hours. PM: drive past/visit Adhai-Din-Ka-Jhonpra, Ana Sagar Lake, Dargah of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, Soniji ka Nasiyan, Taragarh Fort and the Museum. After sightseeing of Ajmer drive 131 km / 81 miles or about 5 hours to Jaipur. Overnight stay at Jaipur.
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Day 10: AJaipur - New Delhi - Departure
After breakfast, drive to New Delhi, a distance of 253 km or 160 miles in about 6 hours, on the way. On arrival transfer to international airport to board the return flight to onward journey. |
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