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Day 1- Arrive in Mumbai & fly to Udaipur (Stay at Bujera Fort)

Arrive from your international flight at Mumbai Airport & board onward flight direct to Udaipur. A warm welcome on arrival at Udaipur Airport by our team member & get transferred privately to a newly built fortress hotel in Udaipur which is very famous for its unique character & charming design by Trish McFarlane & Richard Hanlon. Check-in to your room & spend the remaining day at leisure.

Day 2- Udaipur (Stay at Bujera Fort)

Today after breakfast get indulge yourself in the beauty of most romantic destination of India. Visit the City Palace, the grand palace originally built by Maharana Udai Singh II overlooking the Pichola Lake & Jagdish Temple. Visit Saheliyon Ki Bari- A garden was specially laid for 48 young women attendants who accompanied with Princess of Udaipur as dowry. In the evening enjoy boat ride on Pichola to see the numerous palaces & to capture the perfect evening on the serene waters of this manmade lake.

Day 3- Udaipur to Narlai (Stay at Rawla Narlai)

Leave the family of Bujera Fort & drive towards your next destination amidst the Aravali hills & was the hunting lodge of Royal Family of Jodhpur. Get settled in your room at Rawla Narlai. En-route to Rawla Narlai will stop at Ranakpur to see the Jain Temples. Have drinks by poolside or just spend the time in balcony of your room. (You have an option of 15 minute massage at spa room in Rawla Narlai provided by Turban Adventures).

Day 4- Narlai (Stay at Rawla Narlai)

Morning explore the village in an open jeep with the local expert guide & spend the rest of the day free on your own.

Day 5- Narlai- Jodhpur (Stay at Raas Jodhpur)

This morning to Jodhpur & check in at luxurious Raas Hotel located in old city & offers expansive view of the fort.Spend the remaining day exploring the local craft markets of Jodhpur with our expert guide & overnight stay.

Day 6- In Jodhpur (Stay at Raas Jodhpur)

Morning after a sumptuous breakfast at your hotel leave for sightseeing tour of Mehrangarh Fort which is one of the largest fort standing from centuries. Pay your homage to the rulers of Jodhpur at Jaswant Thada & visit Umaid Bhawan Palace. Afternoon at leisure. Optional- Exclusive Champagne Tour of Mehrangarh Fort with Karni Jasol at additional cost. An exclusive tour of Mehrangarh Fort with its curator Karni Jasol & access to its private halls can be arranged on request. He will walk along with you & explain you the history of the fort. Later have dinner privately organized on the fort in the dim lights & with true Rajput hospitality.

Day 7- Jodhpur- Nagaur (Stay at Ranvas Nagaur)

Morning take part in exclusive Yoga session with the instructor & post breakfast leave for the tiny town closer to Jodhpur known as ‘Nagaur’. Your accommodation for two nights is booked at Ranvas Nagaur in Nagaur Fort. Ranvas is the most unique property where one can have experience of staying in own private fort & walking outside the fort walls. Take a walk outside the fort with our expert guide. Overnight in Ranvas.

Day 8- Nagaur (Stay at Ranvas Nagaur)

Full day at leisure or you can explore the town with our guide.

Day 9- Nagaur- Jaisalmer (Stay at Killa Bhawan)

Today drive to Jaisalmer the Desert City located in the Great Indian Thar Desert. Your hotel in Jaisalmer is quite simple but it has the most stunning views of Jaisalmer City & Desert. It is located on the ramparts of Jaisalmer Fort which has the most unique character in town. Spend the day resting in your room’s private setting followed by overnight stay.

Day 10- Jaisalmer (Stay at Killa Bhawan)

Take a guided tour of Jaisalmer Fort, Mansions of wealthy merchants & the beautiful decorated bazaars of Jaisalmer. In the afternoon drive to Khuri Sand Dunes to have camel ride over the golden sands & to view sunset. Return to Jaisalmer & stay overnight.

Day 11- Jaisalmer- Rohet (Stay at Mihirgarh)

This morning drive towards the Jewel in the desert & the most special hotel of this trip located in the desert wilderness of Jodhpur. Enjoy your stay with private Jacuzzi & plunge pool. Overnight in Mihirgarh.

Day 12- Rohet (Stay at Mihirgarh)

Today take Jeep Safari to tribal villages of Bishnoi people & get to know their lifestyle. You can take part in their various daily activities. Return to hotel & enjoy the day.

Day 13- Rohet- Nimaj (Stay at Chhatra Sagar)

After your romantic stay at Mihirgarh we drive to Chhatra Sagar perched on the dam of a reservoir & provide the natural beauty to its visitors. Check in at the boutique camp & enjoy the dishes grown up in their local farm.

Day 14- Nimaj (Stay at Chhatra Sagar)

Take a village tour of Nimaj & temples. Unwind yourself at camp for the remaining day & learn to cook the dishes with hotel staff following centuries old recipes.

Day 15- Nimaj- BIshangarh (Stay at Alila Fort Bishangarh)

Today drive to Alila Bishangarh Fort, a newest luxury addition into Alila’s portfolio. Check in at your spacious room at the fort & spend the remaining day exploring the views of countryside.

Day 16 - Bishangarh to Jaipur excursion (Stay at Alila Fort Bishangarh)

Join our expert tour guide for excursion to Pink City covering the Amber Fort, A perfect example of Mughal & Rajput architecture. Ride on the decorated elephant to reach at the top of fort or you can ride on jeep as well. Visit 16th century step well famous as Panna Meena ka kund located in the foothills of mountains. While return to city stop at Jal Mahal for photo tour. Later visit City Palace- residence of former royal family of Jaipur, Jantar Mantar ( A UNESCO World Heritage Site ) is a astronomical observatory designed by Maharaja Jai Singh II & The Palace of Winds famous as Hawa Mahal, the landmark of Jaipur. After take a short market tour of Jaipur’s famous bazaars to collect souvenirs. Drive back to Bishangarh for overnight stay.

Day 17- Bishangarh (Stay at Alila Fort Bishangarh)

Take early morning Hot Air Balloon Safari over the Aravali Mountains & complete your tour in Jaipur. After refreshments at local café visit the Bagru block printing textiles & see the local artisans working on the world famous block printing technique. Return to Bishangarh by evening with fond memories from Pink City.

Day 18 - Departure

Transfer to Jaipur or Delhi Airport to board flight for onward destination.

ARRIVE IN DELHI

MEALS INCLUDED: NONE

DAY 01: Arrive Delhi by flight from onwards destination On arrival at Indira Gandhi International airport terminal, a Breathtakers Tours representative will receive you at the visitor’s lounge, with a paging sign bearing your name. You will then be escorted to your hotel in a private vehicle. Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.

SIGHTSEEING OF DELHI

MEALS INCLUDED: BREAKFAST

DAY 02: Delhi, the vibrant capital city of India lying along the River Yamuna, is a teaming metropolis of 14 million people and nowhere in the Country is the contrast between old and new more obvious. Seven cities have existed here since the 10th century, ruled over by a succession of Rajputs, Turks, Afghans, Mughals and the British. Delhi is two cities in one; the Old Delhi of the Mughals, created by Shah Jehan after moving his Capital from Agra in 1638 AD is still a medieval district of narrow lanes, forts, mosques and bazaars. The second, New Delhi, built by the British during 1911-1931 and characterized by Sir Edwin Lutyens architecture, is a spacious and welldesigned metropolis of broad avenues, grand imperial buildings and landscaped gardens. New Delhi is a surprisingly green city with its tree lined avenues, parks and natural forest and one of the City’s hidden delights is the picturesque Lodi Gardens set around Mughal tombs. As the Country’s cultural Centre, it is home to a number of museums including the national Museum, the Museum of Modern art, the Museum of Natural History and the creative Arts and Crafts Museum where artisans can be seen at work.

Today start the sightseeing of Delhi and fill your day with following activities:

• Visit to Old Delhi with a rickshaw Ride in Chandni Chowk market.
• Visit Colonial Delhi.
• Visit Humayun's Tomb.
• End the day with visit to Bangla Sahib Gurudwara.

Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.

DELHI – AGRA

MEALS INCLUDED: BREAKFAST

DAY 03: Today commence your drive to Agra. On arrival check in at Hotel. Agra was the capital of the Mughal court during the 16th and 17th centuries and its sublime monuments date from that era. The emperors Akbar, Jahangir and Shah Jehan governed their vast empires from here and as prolific builders; artisans from Persia, Central Asia and other parts of India were attracted by their patronage. The resulting luxurious palaces, tombs, forts and gardens dot the picturesque riverine region along the Yamuna River; three of which, the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatepur Sikri have been declared World Heritage Sites. Agra is renowned for its delicate Pietra Dura work; a Florentine technique imported by Jahangir of arranging minute pieces of precious and semi-precious stones in complex, stylized floral and geometric designs into a marble base.

Afternoon start the sightseeing of Agra and fill your day with following activities:

•  Visit Agra Fort.
• Towards sunset visit Mehtab Bagh Gardens to see Taj Mahal from
• opposite side of Yamuna River.

Overnight stay at hotel in Agra.

AGRA – RANTHAMBORE

MEALS INCLUDED: BREAKFAST & DINNER

DAY 04: Sunrise proceed for the visit of Taj Mahal

After breakfast drive to Ranthambore. On arrival check in at Hotel. Afternoon visit of Dhonk. Dinner at Hotel Overnight at Ranthambore.

RANTHAMBORE - JAIUR

MEALS INCLUDED: BREAKFAST & DINNER

DAY 05: Morning proceed for the game drive at Ranthambore National park. Ranthambore National park is famous for the largest population of Royal Bengal Tiger in India. After game drive back to hotel for shower followed by breakfast. Post breakfast commence your drive to Jaipur (Approx. 4.5 hours) and upon arrival check-in at your hotel. Late afternoon explore the markets of Pink city. Evening proceed for the cooking demo session followed by dinner with local family. Overnight stay at hotel in Jaipur.

JAIPUR

MEALS INCLUDED: BREAKFAST

DAY 06: Jaipur, or the City of Victory, was founded in 1727 AD by Maharaja SawaiJai Singh II and is a well-planned city of magnificent palaces and building. Built from rose-colored terra cotta, it has given it the name 'Pink City'. Nowadays the Capital of Rajasthan with a population of over 1 million, it is a city full of contrasts with bazaars teeming with turbaned elders and jean clad youngsters to camels, horses and a multitude of vehicles. Jaipur’s focal point is the magnificent Hawa Mahal, otherwise known as the Palace of the Winds.

Today start the sightseeing of Jaipur and visit the following monuments:

• Amer Fort.
• City Palace
• Jantar Mantar (Observatory)
• Hawa Mahal Palace

Overnight stay at hotel in Jaipur.

JAIPUR – UDAIPUR

MEALS INCLUDED: BREAKFAST, LUNCH

DAY 07: Today you will be transferred to Udaipur by road. Enroute lunch at Bijayniwas Palace Regarded by many as the most romantic city in India, Udaipur is an enchanting image of white marble palaces, placid blue lakes and green hills. It is an oasis of colour in a stark and arid region. The city is dominated by the massive City Palace overlooking Lake Pichola with its white island palaces. Picturesque havelis, ghats and temples along the take front, lively bazaars of the old city and a relaxing atmosphere make Udaipur perfect for wandering around and a visit is considered one of India’s greatest highlights. Afternoon explore the markets of Old city. Overnight stay at hotel in Udaipur.

UDAIPUR

MEALS INCLUDED: BREAKFAST

DAY 8: Today start the sightseeing of Udaipur and visit the following monuments:

• City Palace
• Saheliyon-ki-Bari

Later enjoy an exclusive boat ride on Lake Pichola. Overnight stay at hotel in Udaipur.

UDAIPUR - MUMBAI

MEALS INCLUDED: BREAKFAST

DAY 09: Today you will be transferred to Udaipur airport to board your flight for Mumbai.On arrival you will be met with Breathtakers tours representative and proceed for the city tour of Mumbai.

Monuments to be visited:

• Gateway of India
• Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminal
• Mahalaxmi Temple

After sightseeing transfer to Hotel. On arrival check-in at Hotel. Overnight at Mumbai Hotel.

MUMBAI - GOA

MEALS INCLUDED: BREAKFAST

DAY 10: Early morning proceed for Mumbai by Dawn activity. Mumbai by Dawn is a detour that pays homage to the people of Mumbai and venerates all those who go about their business obstinately with one purpose – a better life. At the start of this detour you will find yourself at the clamorous and chaotic docks, where amidst understanding the life and times of the Koli fisher-folk (the original inhabitants of Mumbai), you will see the arrival and grading of 25 tonnes of fish. You will also be privet to a one-of-its-kind fish auction of the famous Bombay Duck. You will be right in the centre of all the action, as thousands of illiterate vendors sort out newspapers of 7 different languages, that too in the middle of the road. These markets are not only a great introduction to the people of Mumbai, but also a photographer’s dream come true. What’s interesting is that when you walk the same lanes a few hours later, you wouldn’t find any evidence of the morning’s flurry. After the tour you will be back to hotel for breakfast. Post breakfast transfer to Mumbai airport to board your flight for Goa. On arrival at Goa you will be met by Breathtakers Tours representative and transferred to hotel with assistance. Evening at leisure.Overnight at Goa.

GOA

MEALS INCLUDED: BREAKFAST

DAY 11: Early morning proceed for Yoga on Beach activity. After yoga you will be back in Hotel for Breakfast. Day at Leisure. Overnight at Goa.

GOA

MEALS INCLUDED: BREAKFAST

DAY 12: Day at Leisure

Overnight at Goa.

GOA – ONWARD

DESTINATION MEALS INCLUDED: BREAKFAST

DAY 13: Post breakfast transfer to Goa airport for your onward destination.

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