12-Nights Imperial Rajasthan - end Udaipur from $5,988

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Luxury Gold: Imperial Rajasthan - end Udaipur

Day 1 - Delhi, a Rich Melting Pot of Old and New.
Welcome to Delhi, a city with the perfect blend of history and colourful modern life. On arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport, you will be greeted with a traditional floral garland and transferred to your hotel. At 19:00, join your Travelling Concierge and fellow travellers for your Welcome Dinner at the critically acclaimed The Spice Route restaurant.
Accommodations: The Imperial, New Delhi.
Meals: Dinner with Wine

Day 2 - Delhi Sightseeing.
In the morning you’ll be taken to Old Delhi, driving past the Red Fort, the main residence of the Mughal dynasty until 1856. View this magnificent building from outside, before heading on a guided tour of Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India. Your Journey, Your Way. Choose to join a well-known chef for a foodie walk in Old Delhi and witness the creation of the famous local street food snacks. Alternatively, visit the 12th century Qutub Minar, and see the tallest brick minaret in the world before enjoying lunch. Later, explore the winding streets of lively Chandni Chowk in local fashion via an exhilarating rickshaw ride. Visit a Sikh temple and its community kitchen preparing and serving free vegetarian meals to those in need. In New Delhi see the impressive President Palace, the monumental India gate and the circular and colonnaded Parliament House.
Accommodations: The Imperial, New Delhi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3 - Agra and the views of the Taj Mahal.
In the morning journey to Agra, and visit its historical fort complex. Resembling a walled city, it is one of the finest Munghal forts in India. It is made up of a number of impressive buildings, including the Sheesh Mahal or “glass palace” and the The Muthamman Burj. Later, check into your hotel, the beautiful Mughal, with its elegantly landscaped gardens and contemporary décor. Your Journey, Your Way. Choose to go on the eye opening Mughal heritage walk, where you will meet the locals to learn about their lives in the shadow of the Taj Mahal. Through this initiative the community is supported from tourism to improve their living conditions. Alternatively, visit a private colonial bungalow for high tea, meet the host family and listen to their stories about the British Raj and today's Indian culture and society.
Accommodations: ITC Mughal, Agra.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine

Day 4 - Sunrise at the Taj and Jaipur, the Pink City.
At sunrise, visit the illustrious phenomenon that is the Taj Mahal, a monument of love and flawless architectural creation, built by an emperor in memory of his beloved queen. After breakfast, you’ll begin your journey to Jaipur, more affectionately known as the “Pink City”, after the whole city was painted pink in 1876 for a visit from Queen Victoria. Along the way, lunch will be served in Bharatpur. You’ll continue your journey to Jaipur, where you will stay at the grand Hotel Fairmont. Dinner will be served at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with Wine

Day 5 - Jaipur Sightseeing. Relaxed Start
Ascend by jeep to hilltop Amber Fort and experience India’s spiritual majesty with a special blessing ceremony. Explore its royal halls decorated with ivory, mirrors, glass and exquisite paintings. Continue on a city tour of Jaipur and see the Hawa Mahal, or the Palace of the Winds, boasting a lace-like facade with its 953 windows, and visit Jantar Mantar, the royal observatory. Continue to the City Palace, where you’re in for a treat with a VIP experience of Indian inspired high tea, exclusive to Luxury Gold guests. Go behind the scenes and walk in the private rooms of the Maharajas of Jaipur before settling down and indulging in an Indian inspired high tea.Your Journey, Your Way. Choose to visit the colourful cavalcade of the fresh flower and spice market. Alternatively, visit the white marble Birla Mandir, a Hindu temple and witness aarti, a traditional prayer ceremony.
Meals: Breakfast, Afternoon Tea

Day 6 - Exploring Khismar.
Journey to the city of Khismar to have lunch before exploring the city. Enjoy time at leisure, or join a guided walk in Khismar village.
Accommodations: WelcomHotel, Khimsar.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with Wine

Day 7 - The Sun City, Jaisalmer. Relaxed Start
This afternoon travel through the Great Thar Desert to the trade route town of Jaisalmer, crowned by its hilltop fortress.
Accommodations: Suryagarh, Jaisalmer.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with Wine

Day 8 - Jaisalmer Sightseeing. Relaxed Start
Embark on a city exploration of Jaisalmer, visiting Gadisar Lake and the Fort, built in 1156, that is still in use today. Pass by the local market where you can witness desert life at its best. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. No visit to Jaisalmer is complete without a trip to the rippling sand dunes. Savour a dinner accompanied by the gentle melodies of a local musician and worthy company, as you watch the sunset together.
Accommodations: Suryagarh, Jaisalmer.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine

Day 9 - The Blue City of Jodhpur. Relaxed Start
Follow the ancient silk routes to the Blue City of Jodhpur, appropriately named after the blue walls of its buildings. On your way to Jodhpur stop for lunch at the luxurious Manvar Desert Resort. On arrival, head to your luxury hotel, the WelcomHotel Jodphur, set against the vast Thar Desert, where you can unwind by the pool or in its wellness centre before your evening activities begin. Visit Jodhpur market and enjoy a tuk-tuk ride through its bright and dynamic streets before sitting down to dinner back at your hotel.
Accommodations: WelcomHotel, Jodhpur.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with Wine

Day 10 - Explore Mehrangarh Fort. Relaxed Start
Head to a local village by jeep to meet its residents and enjoy lunch there. Later, visit Jodphur city and take in the mighty Mehrangargh Fort. Burnished red sand stone, imposing, invincible and yet with a strange haunting beauty that beckons. Much has been written about the Citadel of the Sun, for truly, it is one of the most impressive in all of Rajasthan.This evening, dine at the niche Khaas Bagh restaurant, where vintage class and imperial flamboyance meet.
Accommodations: WelcomHotel, Jodhpur.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with Wine

Day 11 - Udaipur, Venice of the East.
Travel to Ranakpur, the temple town of Rajasthan. Explore the elaborate carvings and classic architecture of the sprawling Jain temples, which are regarded as perhaps the best in the country. At lunch, you will dine at a boutique lodge in the Ranakpur wilderness. Continue through the undulating countryside to Udaipur, the beautiful City of Lakes, where you’ll stay at the esteemed Leela Palace. This five-star accommodation is situated on Lake Pichola and welcomes its guests with traditional music and a shower of rose petals.
Accommodations: The Leela Palace, Udaipur.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 12 - Udaipur Sightseeing. Relaxed Start
On your city tour explore the City Palace complex, a wonderful blend of European and Chinese architecture. Visit the ornate Jagdish Temple, and continue to the Garden of the Maids of Honour. This afternoon, perhaps take time out to unwind and find balance at your hotel’s renowned wellness spa, which offers ancient treatments such as reflexology, Indian head massages and hot-stone massages. Your Journey, Your Way. Choose to cruise the serene waters of Lake Pichola and relax as you take in the city views from the water. Alternatively, explore the colourful bazaar in the old city. Tonight, enjoy a special Celebration Dinner at your hotel overlooking the beautiful outer courtyard and lake.
Accommodations: The Leela Palace, Udaipur.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine

Day 13 - Depart Udaipur.
Your journey draws to a close after breakfast, with a transfer to Udaipur airport. For those taking an early morning flight the following day, and needing to stay overnight at a hotel close to the airport, post-trip accommodation with included transfers is available for both Delhi and Mumbai.
Meals: Breakfast