An unforgettable 14 days Signature North India tour discovering the cities and sites that give you a new experience of Indian culture, old traditions and Heritage.
We design your trip to India with our first-hand knowledge, which give us confidence that no one can match our expertise, because we are living here and explored the destinations several times. You can even customize the itinerary to your interests.
Activities
- A walking tour through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi’s famous market
- Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi
- Sunset or Sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal
- Village walk in Rawala Narlai
- Private and Exclusive Jeep For the Wildlife safari
- Private Boat Ride at Lake Pichola
- Dera Amer Experience
- Stepwell dinner at Rawla Narlai
Itinerary at Glance:-
Day 01- Arrival in Delhi
Arrive at New Delhi International airport. Please clear immigration and visa formalities, collect your baggage and proceed to the arrival lounge through the green channel if you do not have goods to be declared to customs. Castle and King India executive will wait at your arrival with a placard in your name to greet you and transfer you to Hotel.
Delhi is Capital of many ancient and medieval Empires. The city of Delhi was built on the banks of the Yamuna River and the history of Delhi dates back more than 3000 years. Indraprastha according to legends was the old Capital of Delhi and founded by the Pandavas in the times of the Mahabharata in 1500 B.C. and was located near the Old Fort. Today the city is a unique blend of Old and New which is very evident in the two parts – Old Delhi and New Delhi, the latter mainly built by the British.
Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 2 Delhi
After breakfast at the hotel proceed for a full-day tour of Old & New Delhi.
Old Delhi – A sightseeing 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 and the Red Fort – once the most opulent fort and palace of the Moghul Empire. From Outside there is nothing to see much from inside.
Cycle rickshaw ride from Jama Masjid to Chandni Chowk,
New Delhi – An extensive sightseeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit to the Humayun’s Tomb, the Qutab Minar, a drive along the ceremonial avenue – Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, and the President’s Residence and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave.
Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 03: Delhi to Udaipur (By Flight)
Morning transfer to airport to board flight for Udaipur, upon arrival transfer to hotel.
Udaipur, The city of Dawn, Udaipur is a lovely land around the azure lake, hemmed in by the lush hills of the ARAVALLIS. A vision in white drenched in romance and beauty, Udaipur is a fascinating blend of sights, sound and experiences and inspiration for the imagination of poets, painters and writers. Udaipur is the jewel of MEWAR -a kingdom ruled by the Sisodia dynasty for 1200 Years. Relax in the evening.
Overnight stay in Udaipur.
Day 4 – Udaipur
After breakfast proceeds for a guided sightseeing tour and visits City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Museum, Jag Mandir, and Saheliyon-Ki-Bari. We also visit the Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir which is an Indian folk art museum and has interesting exhibits that include folks’ dresses, ornaments, puppets, masks, dolls, folks’ musical instruments, folk deities, and paintings followed by a visit to Jag Mandir, a temple dedicated to Lord Jagdish.
Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola, an artificial freshwater lake, created in the year 1362 AD, named after the nearby Picholi village. It is one of the several contiguous lakes developed over the last few centuries in and around the famous Udaipur city. The lakes around Udaipur were primarily created by building dams to meet the drinking water and irrigation needs of the city and its neighborhood. Two islands, Jag Niwas and Jag Mandir are located within Pichola Lake and have been developed with several palaces to provide views of the lake. Conclude your day with a fantastic cultural show at the Bagore-ki-Haveli you might even get up and join in the dancing.
Overnight stay in Udaipur.
Day 5 :- Udaipur to Rawala Narlai (By Road)
Morning transfer to Rawla Narlai, en-route visit Kumbhalgarh Fort, which is a Mewar fortress on the westerly range of Aravalli Hills, in the Rajsamand district near Udaipur of Rajasthan state in western India. It is a World Heritage Site included in Hill Forts of Rajasthan and Ranakpur Jain Temples with intricately carved marble Pillars and Domes. Ranakpur is amongst the five holiest places of the Jain community and is exceptional in beauty. Tucked away in a remote valley in the Aravalli ranges, it boasts one of the largest and most important Jain Temples in the country.
After visiting continue to Rawla Narlai. Reach and check into the hotel.
Rawala Narlai, this 17th-century fortress that became an enchanting hunting lodge was gifted by Maharaja Umaid Singhji of Jodhpur to his younger brother Maharaj Ajit Singhji. Two decades later, Maharaj Swaroop Singh, his son, together with his wife Rani Ushadevi undertook the project to restore this exotic villa to its true origins. The villa was subsequently transformed into a heritage hotel. It has well-etched-out pillars, murals, and a covered verandah.
Evening free to explore the surrounding villages.
Overnight stay in Rawla Narlai.
Day 6- Rawla Narlai to Jodhpur (By Road)
Morning transfer to Jodhpur, on the fringes of the Thar Desert, the majestic city of Jodhpur echoes tales of antiquity in the emptiness of the desert. Having served as the capital of the Marwar state, Jodhpur was founded in 1459 AD by Rao Jodha-chief of the Rathore clan of Rajputs who claimed to be descendants of Rama – the epic hero of the Ramayana. The stupendous 15th century AD Mehrangarh Fort towering large on top of a rocky hill is located 125 meters above the plains. The city is enclosed by a high wall approximately 10 kilometers long with 8 gates and several bastions.
Late in the afternoon, you will pay a visit to Mehrangarh Fort (1459 AD) built by Rao Jodha. Rao Jodha was considered to be the descendant of Lord Rama. In this palace, you can explore various miniature paintings and a cradle room. After this, you will pay a visit to Jaswant Thada Memorial. Overnight stay will be at the Hotel.
Evening relaxes in the hotel or visit the museum of UMAID BHAWAN PALACE.
Overnight stay in Jodhpur.
Days 7- Jodhpur to Pushkar (By Road)
In the morning, you will go for a village safari of the noted BISHNOI VILLAGES. Enjoy a rare glimpse into the rich culture and true essence of India while on a visit here. Abundant wildlife (game only) and memorable moments of the great desert landscape fascinate one while driving along the countryside. After finishing the village safari, you will be driven to Manvar. Reach and check in to the Tent.
Later transfer to Pushkar, reach, and check into the hotel. Pushkar, lying along the bank of the picturesque Pushkar Lake, in a narrow dry valley, overshadowed by impressive rocky hills, offering the most spectacular views of the desert during sunset. It is one of the five most sacred places of pilgrimage for Hindus. As per Indian mythology, the city was created when a lotus leaf fell from Lord Brahma’s hand and the holy lake sprouted up there. It is surrounded by hills on three sides and sand dunes on one, making it the most fascinating.
In the afternoon we visit Pushkar Lake and Brahma temple; the only one of its kind in the world. This is a city of pilgrimage from time immemorial with over 500 temples and Ghats, with each Ghat having its own miraculous qualities and healing powers. Pushkar begets a legacy of timeless architectural heritage and radiates an ambiance of peace and spirituality.
Afternoon Enjoy Camel Safari into the Desert.
Overnight stay in Pushkar.
Days 8- Pushkar to Jaipur (By Road)
After a relaxed breakfast transfer to Jaipur. Reach Jaipur and transfer to the hotel.
Jaipur the first planned city of India is a treasure-trove of culture, art, and history, famous for its color, lifestyle, and Rajasthani cuisine. It is a city exuding royal heritage and extravagant richness. The historic city also has many temples and shrines.
Rest of the day is free to visit the local markets or relax at the hotel.
Overnight stay in Jaipur.
Day 9- Jaipur
After breakfast proceeds for Jaipur sightseeing, visiting of Amber Fort, and Enroute photo stop at Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace). Continue your morning with the Amber Fort excursion, (Elephant Ride at Amer Fort) the ancient capital of Rajasthan, and the majestic palace complex to witness a unique system of air-conditioning of the 17th century. Later proceed for a guided tour of Jaipur city starting with City Palace Museum; which boasts to have some of the priceless handwritten Hindu scriptures of the ancient past, miniature delicate paintings, preserved painted ceilings and elephant saddles hands), and is registered in the Guinness Book of Records to contain the biggest silver objects in the world. Conclude your day with a visit to Jantar Mantar; one of the famed observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh is a complex of astronomical instruments, chiseled out of stone which provides fairly accurate information to this day.
Overnight stay in Jaipur.
Day 10 – Jaipur to Ranthambore (By Road)
Morning transfer to Ranthambore, reach and transfer to hotel.
Ranthambhore National Park is a national park and tiger reserve in Rajasthan, India. It is located in the Sawai Madhopur district of south-eastern Rajasthan, about 130 km from Jaipur, the nearest airport. The nearest town and railway station are at Sawai Madhopur, 11 km away. The park lies at the edge of a plateau and is bounded north by the Banas River and south by the Chambal River. The park is dotted with several lakes. It is named for the historic Ranthambore fortress, which lies within the national park. The park covers an area of 392 km, is famous for its tiger population, and is one of India’s Project Tiger reserves. The main wildlife species found in this park are leopards, wild pigs, dhole, chital, sambar, and the gaur.
In the evening proceed for the evening Safari.
Overnight stay in Ranthambore.
Day 11 Ranthambore
Enjoy full-day game viewing inside the jungle (two safaris – morning and evening).
Overnight stay in Ranthambore.
Day 12 – Ranthambore to Agra (By Road) Enroute Bharatpur & Fatehpur Sikri
Morning transfer to Agra, en Enroute visit Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary & Fatehpur Sikri. Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary it is the largest bird park in India. Capture pictures of Lots of rare birds.
Thereafter, you will drive to Agra. Enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri. The deserted, red Sandstone City, which Emperor Akbar built as his capital and palace in the late 16th century is an exhilarating experience. It is a veritable fairytale city and its “ruins” are in pristine condition. it`s not hard to imagine what court life must have been like in the days of its grandeur. You will also be visiting the Buland Darwaza. It is the largest gateway in the world.
After visiting continue to Agra, reach and check into the hotel. Afternoon visit to the Agra fort. It was erected by the noted Mughal monarch Akbar in 1565 AD. The fort is predominantly made of red sandstone. Inside this fort, the picture-perfect Pearl Mosque is situated. It is a major tourist attraction. You will also be taken on a visit to the Itmadullah`s Tomb (also known as the BABY TAJ).
Itmadullah’s Tomb was constructed by Empress NOOR JEHAN in memory of her father (The interiors of which are considered better than the Taj).
Overnight stay in Agra.
Days 13- Agra to Delhi (By Road)
Early in the morning proceed to visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise time (Closed on Fridays). Taj Mahal is a UNESCO Heritage Site, to catch the sun rising over the Taj Mahal – undisputedly one of the world’s most beautiful buildings. In the soft morning light, as the mist rises from the Yamuna River, it seems to float like a mirage above the surrounding landscape. Built from dazzling marble, its color changes from white to yellow, cream, and almost orange… an exquisite image that you’ll remember forever.
Later back to the hotel for breakfast. Later transfer to Delhi, reach Delhi and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 14 – Delhi – Home
Morning as per your flight schedule transfer to the International airport to board the flight for your hometown with sweet memories of the India Tour. Please allow a minimum of 2 ½ hours for flight check-in formalities at the airport. We wish you a safe and pleasant journey home on behalf of the Castle & King Team!