Itinerary Details
Day 1 : Arrive Delhi
On arrival meet and assist at Ahmedabad airport by our representative, he will brief you about your “Heritage Tour of India with Taj” and transfer to hotel, on arrival complete the check in formalities.
Optional Activities –
Overnight at hotel in Delhi.
Day 2 : Delhi – Agra by drive
Post breakfast check out from hotel and proceed to Agra by drive (4.5hrs. approx.). On arrival check in at hotel. Free for own activities.
Optional Activities –
Overnight at hotel in Agra.
Day 3 : Agra tour
Post breakfast take city tour visit the World famous site Taj Mahal (remains closed on Friday) – the symble of love & also a UNESCO World Heritage site, next to visit is Agra Fort - it is a historical fort of Agra, about 2.5 kms from Taj Mahal. During Mughal Dynasty, it was their main residence. Emperor Shah Jahan spent last days of his life in this Fort & died here under the imprisonment ordered by his own son Aurangzeb. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Optional Activities –
Overnight at hotel in Agra.
Day 4 : Agra – Jaipur by drive
Post breakfast check out from hotel and proceed to Jaipur by drive (5hrs. approx.). Jaipur - one of the most prominent cities of Rajasthan Western state of India, which is popularly known as pink city. The city was founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1727. Jaipur which complete the most popular tourist circuit in India along with Delhi & Agra. On arrival transfer to hotel for smooth check in. Evening free at leisure. Overnight at hotel in Jaipur.
Day 5 : Jaipur tour
Post breakfast you are scheduled for city tour , Jaipur main tourist attractions are indeed its forts & Palace , among them the most popular are Amber Fort enjoy an excursion trip to this fort which is situated about 11kms far from main city, enjoy a ride on Elephant to ascend the fort , it is simply a different experience, else you can take open jeep ride. Next to visit is Hawa Mahal – the Palace of Winds. The structure was built as women’s chambers, to allow royal ladies to observe everyday activities in the street below without being seen from the outside.
Now visit City Palace which is a unique and arresting complex of several palaces, pavilions, gardens and temples. The most prominent structures of this Palace complex are the Chandra Mahal, Mubarak Mahal, Mukut Mahal, Maharani's Palace and the City Palace Museum. Visit Jal Mahal – it is a Palace situated at the middle of Lake. Transfer to hotel.
Optional Activities –
Overnight at hotel in Jaipur.
Day 6 : Jaipur – Jodhpur by drive
Post breakfast check out from hotel and drive to next destination, it is one of the most popular cities of Rajasthan which is known as Blue city as the houses around the fort are painted with bright blue colour, it is Jodhpur. Reach by afternoon, on arrival check in at hotel. Evening free at leisure. Overnight at hotel in Jodhpur.
Day 7 : Jodhpur tour
Post breakfast enjoy city tour, visit Rao Jodha who is considered the founder of Jodhpur, built Mehrangarh Fort which is located at hill top. There is a museum in this fort which is well stocked. Visit Jaswant Thada – it is a white marble memorial built by Maharaja Sardar Singh in the memory of his father Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. Transfer back to hotel
Optional Activities –
Overnight at hotel in Jodhpur.
Day 8 : Jodhpur – Udaipur by drive
Post breakfast check out from hotel and proceed to Udaipur by drive (6hrs. approx.), En-route must visit Ranakpur which is a jain temple constructed with white marble, you will see numerous pillars with magnificent architecture on it. Drive Continue, transfer to hotel and get smooth check in at hotel.
Optional Activities –
Overnight at hotel in Udaipur.
Day 9 : Udaipur tour
Post breakfast you would enjoy day tour start with Sahelion ki Bari – this a garden which was designed by the king himself to present his queen. The garden was used to spend the time at leisure by queen & royal ladies. Next to visit is City Palace, enjoy a heritage walk to this Palace, it is a huge complex which houses several Palace inside, it is the integration of Mughal & Rajasthani architecture, overlook Lake Pichola, there are other worthseeing monuments like Jag Mandir, Jagdish temple , just near to this marvellous Palace complex. Enjoy boat ride at Pichhola lake. Transfer back to hotel.
Optional Activities –
Overnight at hotel in Udaipur.
Day 10 : Udaipur - Ahmedabad by drive
Post breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Ahmedabad (5.5hrs. approx.), on arrival transfer to hotel, complete the check in formalities. Evening free at leisure. Overnight at hotel in Ahmedabad.
Day 11 : Ahmedabad tour
Now get ready for local city tour, visit Calico Museum is a textile museum having collection of antique and modern Indian textile, which is one of the world’s finest collection of clothes, textiles, furniture and crafts. Adalaj Vav is one of the finest monument of Gujarat, it is a step well , beautiful architecture, built by Queen Rudabai, Gandhi Ashram the beautiful ashram complex with shady trees. It was the head quarter of Mahatma Gandhi during the struggle time of independence for India and Akshardham Temple.
Day 12 : Ahmedabad – Vadodara by drive
Post breakfast check out from hotel and leave for Vadodara by drive (2hrs. approx.). On arrival complete check in formalities. It’s now time for local sightseeing in Vadodara, visit Laxmi Vilas Palace built by Maharaja Sayaji Rao III, Fatehsingh Museum and Sayaji Bagh.
Overnight at hotel in Vadodara.
Day 13 : Vadodara – Jambughoda by drive
Post breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Jambughoda (2hrs. approx.), enroute visit Champaner Fort. On arrival check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel in Jambughoda.
Day 14 : Jambughoda
Early morning proceed to visit Milk collection Centre in Jambughoda village, then proceed on walking tour, visit Kada Dam. Post breakfast visit Chhota Udepur which was the princely state of Chauhan Rajput who ruled tribal area for many years. It is believed one of the most ancient tribes of Gujarat. In and around this region you will find two types of tribes, one is Rathwa and another is Dhanaka tribes. Dhanaka is a small group of tribals whereas Rathwa originated from Rathore region
Overnight at hotel in Jambughoda.
Day 15 : Jambughoda – Lothal – Palitana by drive
Post breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Lothal first, it is largely excavated site of Harappan culture, which allows deep insight into the story of Indus Valley civilization. Now proceed to Palitana by drive, on arrival transfer to hotel for smooth check in. Overnight at hotel in Palitana.
Day 16 : Palitana – Gondal - Wankaner by drive
Post breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Gondal first (3hrs. approx.).visit Gondal covering Royal Garages, it is a large collection of classic and vintage car, some of the original and some are restored, Naulakha Palace , it was built during 17th Century. This palace is one of the oldest and the most beautiful Palace in Gondal and Bhuvaneswari Ayurvedics having a traditional history of above 250 years, it belongs to a an Ayurvedic physicians family.
Now continue drive to Wankaner, transfer to hotel for smooth check in.
Overnight at hotel hotel in Wankaner.
Day 17 : Wankaner – Bhuj by drive
Post breakfast leave for Bhuj by drive (3.5hrs. approx.), on arrival transfer to hotel, complete the check in formalities. Afternoon proceed to Banni village, enroute obtain permit at Bhrindyara checkpost. Banni refers to a cluster of village, it is a community of many people in different villages like Ludiya, Dhordo and Hodka. You can see different arts of embroidery in this area. Men and women both are equally participating to develop art and craft tradition in this region. Transfer back to hotel. Overnight at hotel in Bhuj.
Day 18 : Bhuj tour
Post breakfast explore more of Bhuj, enjoy local sightseeing today cover Kutch Museum (closed on Wednesday), founded by Maharao Khengarji III in 1877 AD, an oldest museum in Gujarat , Aina Mahal Palace (Closed on Thursday), built in 1750 AD by Rao Lakhpatji. It is a part of a large Palace complex with two storey building. It was constructed by craftsman Ram Singh Malam with hall of mirrors and venetian glass. This Palace is a unique example of an Indian palace built in the mid 18th century with European influence, Prag Mahal took 10 years for construction at the cost of 20 lakh ruppes. Rao Pragmalji II appointed a famous architect to design this palace.
Overnight at hotel in Bhuj.
Day 19 : Bhuj – Ahmedabad by drive
Post breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Ahmedabad (6hrs. approx.), on arrival transfer to hotel. Evening free for own activities. Overnight at hotel in Ahmedabad.
Day 20 : Ahmedabad Departure
Post breakfast check out from hotel and transfer to airport to board the flight for onwards destination.
DURATION: 19 NIGHTS/ 20 DAYS
CITIES COVERED-: Destinations: Delhi » Agra » Jaipur » Jodhpur » Udaipur » Ahmedabad » Vadodara » Jambughoda » Palitana » Wankaner » Bhuj » Ahmedabad » Ahmedabad Departure