BEST OF RAJASTHAN WITH MUMBAI-GOA 
Duration : 15 nights/16 Days 
Destination Covered : Delhi - Agra - Ranthambore - Jaipur - jodhpur - Udaipur - mumbai - Goa - New Delhi


Day 01 DELHI 
Arrive in New Delhi at the Indira Gandhi International airport, meet and greet.
Delhi – the capital of India. Delhi has been called the soul of the country. You will be transferred to Hotel (room blocked for immediate check-in).
After breakfast, proceed for a half day tour New Delhi :
New Delhi – including the 12th century Qutab Minar, gracefully fluteband hand carved for its entire height of 234 feet ; near by stands the Iron Pillar which has withstood the ravages of time and not rusted in 1500 years. Visit the graceful mausoleum of the Mughal Emperor Humayun and the modern Birla temple. Drive past India Gate war memorial, President’s house which was once the viceroy’s palace, Parliament house and Secretariat Building and interesting blend of the Victorian and 20th century architecture. 
Evening drive to Agra – the City of the Magnificent Taj Mahal. Delhi-Agra distance is 204kms/4hrs drive. This magnificent town once the capital of Mughal Empire still stands majestically, almost untouched by the passage of time. Check-in at Hotel .
Overnight in Agra.

Day 02 AGRA – 
This morning proceed for a Half day tour of Agra city – the main tourist attraction of Agra is the Taj Mahal, a mausoleum built by Emperor Shahjahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Once described as a ‘tear on the face of eternity’, the Taj Mahal is an enduring monument to love .The Taj was started in 1631 AD, and took 22 years to be built. Today is is counted as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Its luminescent while marble is intricately carved and is a breathtaking sight. Agra fort is another tourist attraction of this historic city. The fort complex houses palaces, gardens and mosques within its large precincts. The Jami Masjid of Agra (Mosque) is an important tourist spot, as is Itmad-Ud-Daulah's tomb, both of which are near the fort. Overnight in Agra.
Thereafter, proceed to Ranthambore – the land of the Tiger.

Day 03 RANTHAMBORE

Agra – Ranthambore is at a distance of 251kms/5hrs. Enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri, situated only 36kms from Agra.Emperor Akbar, built this city in honour of Sheikh Salim Chishti, who had rightly predicted the birth of the son of the childless emperor. After Akbar's conquest of Gujarat in June 1573,the place was named as Fateh Pur "a Victory Town". He had planned this city as his capital but shortage of water compelled him to abandon the city. After this within 20 years, the capital of Mughals was shifted to Lahore. Fatehpur Sikri was built during 1571 and 1585. 
But it is true that no town like Fateh Pur Sikri was ever erected before or can be erected again. This magnificent town once the capital of Mughal Empire still stands majestically, almost untouched by the passage of time. 
Arrive Ranthambore and transfer to Hotel.

Day 04 RANTHAMBORE-JAIPUR
The Ranthambore Park covers an area of 392 sq. km. is set between the Aravali and Vindhya ranges. Its deciduous forests were once a part of the magnificent jungles of Central India. There are rocky ridges, hills and open valleys with lakes and pools. 

Ranthambore has large numbers of sambar, chital and nilgai. Sounders boar and an occasional gazelle the chinkara can be seen, as also the Indian hare, mongoose and monitor lizards. The lakes and pools at the park are where the deer congregate and where it is easiest to see the tiger. Among the
other local fauna are the leopard, hyena. jackal, jungle cats, slothe bear and marsh crocodile. Enjoy an exciting jungle safari in the morning.
Early evening drive to Jaipur (171kms/4hrs drive). Jaipur – the capital of Rajasthan is not only the gateway to the state, it is also the most natural place to begin a discovery of Rajasthan's multifaceted attractions. Arrive Jaipur and transfer to Hotel.
Overnight in Jaipur.

Day 05 JAIPUR
This morning start off for Amber Fort which is located at a short distance of 11-kms from Jaipur, The Amber fort complex stands amidst wooded hills overlooking the Delhi-Jaipur highway, with its forbidding ramparts reflected in the still waters of the Maota Lake below. One of the finest examples of Rajput architecture, it was the ancient capital of the Kachhawah rulers. For an experience that's truly royal, visitor's can reach the fort through snaking pathways on elephant back.
Afternoon, proceed to visit the city which includes:
Jantar Mantar is the most famous and elaborate observatory of its time. It was constructed in the year 1724 A.D. By Sawai Jail Sigh II, even before the city of Jaipur was built, and has built to measure the local time, the Sun's declination, altitude the declination of stars, planets and to determine eclipses. 
City Palace – is an imposing blend of traditional Rajasthani and Mughal art and architecture. It has a beautifully carved marble gate with heavy brass doors on either side of this gate. Beyond this gate lies the Divan-e-Khans, or the "Hall of Private Audience". Across a paved square lies the Divan-e-Am, or the "Hall of Public Audience". 
Hawa Mahal or the "Palace of Wind" is characterised by elaborate and fanciful architecture. The broad pyramidical facade comprises five storeys of semi octagonal overhanging windows with perforated screens, domes and spires.
Overnight in Jaipur.

Day 06 JAIPUR-JODHPUR
This full day at leisure for shopping Rajasthani artefacts, shoes, dresses. 
Evening transfer to the railway station to board Jaipur-Jodhpur Intercity express at 1700hrs.
Arrive Jodhpur at 2230hrs and transfer to Hotel. Overnight in Jodhpur.

Day 07 JODHPUR
Jodhpur is the second largest city in Rajasthan, standing on the edge of the Thar Desert. 
Some of the major attractions around Jodhpur are: Mehrangarh Fort- Situated at an altitude of about 125 metres, the Mehrangarh Fort is spread over an area of 5 sq. km in the heart of the city. The fort is visited by thousands of tourists every year who come to have a glimpse of the artillery system of the Rajput warriors. 
Jaswant Thada- a white marble memorial built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant II in 1899 A story goes that Maharaja Jaswant succumbed to injuries in this place while fighting the Mughal king Jahangir. 
Umaid Bhawan- Made of marble and pink sandstone, the construction of the Umaid Bhawan started in 1929 and it took 16 years to complete it. It is believed that the palace was constructed to give employment to the famine-struck population of Jodhpur. 
Mandore Gardens, the Government Museum and Zoo, Old Fort Museum and Balsamand Lake and Gardens are other attractions. Overnight in Jodhpur.

Day 08 JODHPUR – UDAIPUR
This morning drive to Udaipur via Ranakpur. 
visit the famous Ranakpur Temple Complex, one of the biggest and most important cluster of Jain Temple in India. 
Thereafter continue to drive to Udaipur – One of the most romantic cities in all of Rajasthan, Udaipur is better known as the city of lakes. Arrive Udaipur and transfer to Hotel. Overnight in Udaipur.

Day 09 UDAIPUR
This morning proceed for an exciting half day tour visiting the Jagdish Temple, drive around Fatehsagar Lake, and Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir (folk art Museum). Also visit Saheliyon-ki-Bari – This small ornamental garden was a popular relaxing spot where royal ladies came for a stroll and hence the name. The garden has many fountains in its four delightful pools, chiseled kiosks and marble elephants. City Palace – A majestic architectural marvel towering over the lake on a hill surrounded by crenelated walls, it is a conglomeration of courtyards, pavilions, terraces, corridors, rooms and hanging gardens. 
Overnight in Udaipur.

Day 10 UDAIPUR-MUMBAI
Today morning transfer to airport for flight to Mumbai. Arrive Mumbai the Financial Hub 
of the Country and famous for Bollywood – the Film Industry. 
Arrive Mumbai and transfer to Hotel. 
Thereafter, proceed for a tour of Elephanta Caves. Arrive at the Gateway of India – overlooking the Arabian Sea & Hotel Taj Mahal was completed in 1924 at an astonishing cost of 21 lakhs. The foundation of the Gateway was laid at Apollo Bunder on 31st March, 1913. Between 1915 to 1919, the land on which the Gateway was to be built was reclaimed from the sea and a new sea wall was built. 
We have to travel by boat from the Gateway of India. The boat ride is approx. 1 hour each way, and takes you six miles (10kms) across Mumbai harbour to a small island called Elephanta or Gharpur. It contains a fine cluster of 6th-8th century rock cut caves. They were carved during the Golden Age of the Guptas and inspired by the worship of Shiva. The sculptures are beautifully executed and the most outstanding of these is the Maheshmurthy or Trimurthi (Triple Face), a 4/5 meters (18ft) high three headed bust hewn from a single rock, representing the triple aspects of the Hindu Trinity, viz the Creator, the Preserver and the Destroyer. (The Elephanta Caves are closed on Mondays).
Overnight in Mumbai.

Day 11 MUMBAI
This morning after breakfast, proceed for a half day tour of Mumbai City including visit to Mani Bhavan – the residence of Mahatama Gandhi. It is a two storeyed house which has the Gandhi Museum. There is a reference library stocked with over 20,000 books, a photo exhibition of Gandhi's life and well-preserved memorabilia including an old charkha (spinning wheel) which belonged to the Mahatama. The Haji Ali Dargah, the floating tomb of a wealthy Mohammedan merchant who renounced his worldly ways before embarking on a pilgrimage to Mecca. The structure with its slim solitary minaret is about sixty years old though the tomb has been around for eight centuries. It is linked to the mainland by a tenuous causeway, which is practically unnegotiable during rough monsoon, tides. 
Behind the sculpted entrance, a marble courtyard contains the central shrine. Also visit Kamla Nehru Park, Jain Temple, Mani Bhavan, Prince of Wales Museum. Overnight in Mumbai.

Day 12 MUMBAI-GOA
Today you will be transferred to the airport for flight to Goa.
Arrive Goa, the western coast-line of India, a forever enchantment. A paradise of virgin beaches, fun loving people, mouth-watering delicious cuisine, pretty whitewashed chapels and churches that dot the landscape, and sleepy little villages among the rice fields. 
Meet and assist at the airport and transfer to hotel.
Overnight in Goa.

Day 13 GOA
Day at leisure to enjoy the pristine beaches of Goa. Overnight in Goa.

Day 14 GOA
This morning proceed for a half day tour of Old Goa and Panaji.
Visit Old Goa – the Basilica of Bom Jessus built in the 16th century, wherein is enshrined in an ornate silver casket the body of St.Francis Xavier, the most popular and famous of all churches in Goa. Also visit St.Cathedral, the biggest in Goa, Church of St.Francis of Assisi, St.Cajetan Church, built in the style of St.Peter’s Basilica in Rome, Church of Lady or Fosary and Nunnery of St.Monica.
Overnight in Goa.

Day 15 GOA-DELHI
This day transfer to airport to board flight to Delhi. 
Arrive Delhi and transfer to Hotel . Thereafter proceed for a half day tour of 
Old Delhi – including Jumma Mosque, Red Fort famous for its delicately carved, in laid and marbled Royal chambers, Raj Ghat where Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi was cremated, Gandhi Memorial Musuem, Ashoka Pillar. Overnight in Delhi.

Day 16 LEAVE DELHI
Today, you will be transferred / escorted to the International airport for your onward flight, you will be assisted through the check-in procedures. 

That brings an end to an exhilarating tour of this magnificent country INDIA.


*The above proposed tour can be customized as per your need and requirements.