Day 1 - Fly overnight from London Heathrow to
Delhi.
Day 2 - Arrive Delhi - 1 night at The
Imperial.
Visit Old and New Delhi where highlights include visits to the
Red Fort, a rickshaw ride through the Moonlit Square to the markets
in Old Delhi; then visit New Delhi including the Viceroy's House,
the Lutyen's magnum opus - which is larger than Versailles, and
Parliament House, which was where the constitution of independent
India was drafted.
Day 3 - Delhi to Agra - 2 nights at
Amarvilas.
From Delhi, you experience the train to Agra: The Shatabdi
Express, which takes 2 hours. Enriched with an affluent historical
and cultural backdrop, the city of Agra goes back several
centuries, but is widely known for the Taj Mahal, the most
extravagant monument ever built for love. The Oberoi Amarvilas is
located 600 metres from the Taj Mahal and all rooms offer
breathtaking views of the monument. Whilst here, visit the Taj
Mahal, the great Agra Fort and take a tour of Agra city.
Day 5 - Agra to Bharatpur to Ranthambhore -
3 nights at Vanyavilas.
From Agra, you will be taken to Bharatpur Railway Station for
the train to Sawai Madhopur, visiting Fatehpur Sikri en route.
Fatehpur Sikri, or the 'City of Victory' was built as an
affirmation of faith, hope and joy, yet only 15 years later, this
dream city was abandoned. Ranthambhore, is famous for its tigers,
as ore tigers than in any other sanctuary in India are encountered
here during daylight hours. Other features are the large population
of panthers, hyenas, jackals, jungle cats, sloth bears and marsh
crocodiles to name but a few. Whilst here, there are morning and
evening Jeep Safaris in the National Park too.
Day 8 - Ranthambhore to Jaipur - 3 nights at
Rajvilas.
The Oberoi Rajvilas, in Jaipur, one of India's most vibrant and
exotic destinations, is a luxury resort with its own distinctive
character. Recreating the magnificence of princely Rajasthan in a
beautiful fort setting, with Jaipur as its backdrop, The Oberoi
Rajvilas is set in 32 acres of landscaped gardens with pavilions
and reflection pools. While in Jaipur, visit the numerous palaces,
forts, festivals and bazaars - the most interesting of which lie in
the Pink City quarter. Combine this with a visit to the Amber Fort,
the Medieval Rajput Citadel, and a tour of Jaipur city including
the City Palace and the Observatory.
Day 11 - Jaipur to Udaipur - 4 nights at
Udaivilas.
Located in the heart of Rajasthan, Udaipur is a city of majestic
palaces and beautiful lakes. Here, adorning the banks of Lake
Pichola and standing witness to the historic City Palace, The
Oberoi Udaivilas captures all the romance and splendour of a royal
era. While you are here, we suggest that you visit: Eklingi and
Nagda Temples, known for its 108 temples, of which only a handful
are still able to be visited; Udaipur City; and the Crystal
Gallery, which displays some of the world's finest crystal
furniture, tables and beds, all custom-made for a Maharaja
enamoured with the crystal he saw on a trip to Europe!
Day 15 - Udaipur To Delhi - 1 night at The
Imperial.
The Imperial is an ode to India's independence from the British
Raj and was built as a jewel in the crown of the outgoing rulers.
The Imperial boasts a rich historical past with an awe-inspiring
heritage. It is steps away from the renowned shopping district and
major city attractions.
Day 16 - Delhi to London Heathrow.