| Honeymoon Rajasthan - 11 days |
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Rajasthan is a territory of tremendous texture, vibrant colours and wondrous landscapes. Traces of kingdoms and warriors stand as testament to a feudal land of majestic palaces and proud people, where history lives on amongst its rocky outcrops and romance flourishes in the shade of the Taj Mahal.
Forts, palaces, towns and villages rise obliquely against a backdrop of jungles and undulating dunes and bright, gaudy temples draw the faithful in a continual parade of lively spirituality.
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Camels, rickshaws and the ever present sacred cows jostle for space in the bustling market as chai wallahs sing out above the din, selling their sweet cardamom tea, and hawkers proudly display piles of scented spices and mounds of multi coloured powders.
To experience Rajasthan is to have a love affair with life. |
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Day 1: DELHI
Arrive Delhi , transfer to the Hotel Imperial, a wonderful Victorian hotel in the heart of New Delhi . (D)
Day 2: DELHI
Morning at leisure. In the afternoon enjoy a private tour of Old and New Delhi including Jama Masjid , India ’s largest mosque and Humayun's impressively beautiful tomb. (B)
Day 3: DELHI - AGRA
Morning express train to Agra . Afternoon private tour of the Taj Mahal, undoubtedly one of the most sublimely glorious buildings in the world. Your accommodation is the elegant low-rise Trident Hotel situated in six acres of beautiful gardens. (B)
Day 4: AGRA - SAMODE
Drive to the wonderful village of Samode stopping on the way to visit the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri . Your accommodation this evening is in the beautifully restored Samode Palace . (B, D)
Day 5: SAMODE
A day at leisure. Take an optional camel safari in the evening to have tea amongst the sand dunes and enjoy a wonderful sunset. (B, L, D)
Day 6: SAMODE - JAIPUR
Head to Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, commonly referred to as the "pink city". Take an elephant ride up to the imposing Amber Fort with its dazzling mirrored walls and abundance of coloured glass. Spend the night at the intimate Samode Haveli. (B, L, D)
Day 7: JAIPUR - DEOGARH
Morning drive to Deogarh, a little frequented village offering a unique insight into the remarkable lives of the people of this region. Free afternoon. Enjoy the hospitality of the local ruling family in the beautifully restored Deogarh Mahal. (B, D)
Day 8: DEOGARH
Join your hosts on a jeep safari to the nearby Raghosagar Lake where tea is served by the waters edge, and you can search for the numerous migratory birds the lake attracts including the hauntingly beautiful Saras crane. (B, L, D)
Day 9: DEOGARH - UDAIPUR
Morning drive to Udaipur . Set around the vast Lake Pichola and dominated by dramatic palaces, Udaipur is hailed as the most romantic city in all of India . Your accommodation is the Jagat Niwas Palace , perched on the eastern bank of the lake. (B)
Day 10: UDAIPUR
A private guided tour of the City Palace and museum and the lively Jagdish Temple . In the evening enjoy dinner at the famous Lake Palace hotel. (B, D)
Day 11: UDAIPUR
Transfer to Udaipur airport for your onward flight to either Delhi or Goa . (B) |
When to go
October to March
Hotels
Built in 1933 The Imperial Hotel, set amongst 8 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens, has a somewhat unconventional style and design; a mixture of Victorian and old colonial with a playful dose of Art Deco.
The Trident, an elegant low rise hotel, is situated in six acres of beautiful gardens and is a few minutes walk from the world famous Taj Mahal.
Samode Palace is one of India 's most romantic and charming hotels. The Palace has been meticulously restored and offers a quiet, elegant and opulent atmosphere. It also offers luxurious recreational and leisure facilities for your indulgence.
The Samode Haveli* is a small intimate hotel set around a pleasant garden courtyard offering excellent personalised service, understated luxury, antique furnishings and original works-of-art. *(havelis were mansions of rich merchants)
Deogarh Mahal is a beautifully renovated 17th century Palace standing atop a hill with commanding views of the Aravalli mountain range and the numerous lakes strewn across the countryside. Deogarh Mahal is uncompromising in its luxury and attention to detail and you will find yourself guests of honour of the royal family.
Jagat Niwas Palace is a beautifully restored 17th century haveli tastefully transformed into a luxurious lakeside hotel. Perched on the eastern bank of Lake Pichola it has wonderful views across to the Lake Palace which seems to float on water.
This is a private tour and can be taken at any time, subject to availability. A supplement applies for the Christmas and New Year period. |
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Tour cost |
Honeymoon Rajasthan
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US$ per person |
| Single supplement |
US$ per person |
| Note: All tour costs based on twin share basis. Individual (single) travel is also possible. Please contact us for details and costs. |
| Departures: private tour |
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Cost Includes |
- Double accommodation
- Traditional welcome ceremony
- Welcome drinks
- Fruit basket in room
- One romantic candel light dinner
- Meals as mentioned in itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
- Monument entrance fees as per itinerary
- Guided tours with the services of an English speaking guide
- All domestic transfers as per itinerary, using car, bus, train or domestic flights as per itinerary.
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Cost Excludes |
- India Visa
- Airfare from your home country and back
- Airport taxes
- Meals not mentioned in itinerary
- Insurance & emergency rescue charges
- Any other services not specified in the above costs includes list
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