Day 1 Delhi:  Arrive in Delhi, you will be met and assisted by a Tamarind representative and transfer to your hotel. India's capital & a major gateway to the country, Delhi is contemporary and a bustling metropolis which successfully combines in its fold the ancient & the modern. Its strategic location was one of the prime reasons why successive dynasties chose it as their seat of power. New Delhi also reflects the legacy the British left behind. Overnight in Delhi.

Day 2 Delhi – Mandawa: This morning after breakfast proceed to Mandawa (260 kms/ 6hrs). Arrive Mandawa and check in to your hotel. Later, enjoy a half day sightseeing tour of Mandawa. The entire Shekhawati region is well known for its painted havelis (mansions with frescoes).  Mandawa in particular is central to this beautiful form of art. Some of the notable havelis are the Hanuman Prasad Goenka Haveli, Murmuria Haveli, Goenka Double Haveli, Jhunjhunwala Haveli and Mohan LalSaraf Haveli.. Not surprisingly, the entire town is referred to as an Open Art Gallery. Overnight in Mandawa.

Day 3 Mandawa – Bikaner:  This morning after breakfast proceed to Bikaner (185 kms/ 4.3 hrs). If ever beauty has bloomed in a desert, it has been at Bikaner it comprises imposing palaces and beautiful, richly sculptured temples of red and yellow sandstone. Arrive Bikaner and checks in to the hotel. Later proceed for a half day tour. Visit Junagadh Fort… an unassailable fortress, it never been conquered. Inside the fort are some magnificent palaces like AnupMahal, Ganga Niwas and Rang Mahal or palace of pleasure. The HarMandir is the majestic temple for the royal family. Later, visit a camel breeding farm…here; professional camel breeders research how to breed the best camels. Overnight in Bikaner.

Day 4 Bikaner – Jaisalmer: This morning after breakfast proceed to Jaisalmer (333 Kms/8 hrs). Jaisalmer, which lies in the heart of the Thar Desert…a city, seeped in color and rich tradition; it was once a major centre on the trading route between India and the west. Arrive Jaisalmer and check in to your hotel. Overnight in Jaislamer.

Day 7 Jodhpur - Udaipur: This morning after breakfast drive to Udaipur (290 Kms/ 7 Hrs). This romantic city is more than just an oasis with its scenic lakes, tasteful palaces and architectural heritage. It holds a proud collection of five elegant lakes among numerous lavish gardens and fountains, surrounded by striking palaces and forts. Arrive Udaipur and check in to your hotel. Overnight in Udaipur.

Day 8 Udaipur: This morning after breakfast proceed for a half-day tour of Udaipur. Visit the City Palace, standing on the east bank of Lake Pichola. The complex is a massive series of palaces built at different times from 1559. The paintings, mosaics, intricately carved 'chhatris' and the architecturally brilliant facade all contribute to making your visit to the City Palace a truly memorable experience. Thereafter, visit a picturesque garden, Sahelionki Bari. You will visit also visit Jagat Temple, which is dedicated to Goddess Ambika- a form of Goddess Durga. Built in 961 A.D, this temple is renowned for its intricate carvings in the exteriors. In the evening, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola, which is an artificial fresh water lake, created in the year 1362 AD. Overnight in Udaipur

Day 9 Udaipur – Jaipur: This morning after breakfast proceed to Jaipur (405 kms/ 8 hrs). Jaipur is the gateway to the magnificent and vibrant state of Rajasthan. Arrive in Jaipur and check in to your hotel. Overnight in Jaipur.

Day 10 Jaipur: This morning after breakfast proceed for a full-day sightseeing of Jaipur. Visit the Amber Fort… a fascinating blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture. Later, stop to photograph the beautiful HawaMahal, also known as the “Palace of the Winds.” Later visit the City Palace. Visit the JantarMantar Observatory, comprising geometric devices for measuring time. You will also visit the Albert Hall, which was modeled on the Victoria and Albert Museum in London and is a fine example of Indo-Saracenic style of architecture. Overnight in Jaipur

Day 11 Jaipur – Agra: (232 kms/5.3hrs) enroute visit FatehpurSikri (UNESCO World Heritage Site), which was built by the Emperor Akbar. Akbar wanted to make FatehpurSikri his headquarters; however, he had to abandon it due to shortage of water.. Further drive Agra. Arrive Agra and check in to your hotel. Overnight in Agra

Day 12 Agra - Delhi: This morning after breakfast take a half day tour of Agra. Visit the Red Fort, this beautiful yet forbidding structure houses many exquisite palaces, and is a handsome example of Mughal architecture. Also visit the TajMahal …a mausoleum built as a symbol Emperor Shah Jehan’s devotion to his beloved queen MumtazMahal. Considered an architectural marvel, its construction took thousands of workers over 21 years to complete. Later drive to Delhi (210 kms / 4.3hrs) for your onwards connection.

Package Valid from 01 October, 2011 to 31 March, 2012

Note: Rates not applicable during festive periods like Pushkar / Christmas /New Yearperiod.