Imperial Rajasthan - end Mumbai
Imperial Rajasthan - end Mumbai
Tour Overview
Luxuriate in Rajasthan as your dedicated Travel Concierge charts an adventure across Delhi, Jaipur and Agra. Explore India’s capital your way with the choice to tour the UNESCO world Heritage Site at Qutub Minar or treat your taste buds to the Delhi Street Food Tour, joining a well-known local chef for a sojourn through the famous street snacks of the old city. In Jaipur, the VIP Indian High Tea experience unlocks the private living room of the Maharaja with an indulgent menu served alongside the crystal table of artisan - René Lalique. At sunrise, see the iconic Taj Mahal emerge from the dusk before journeying to Udaipur, known as the City of Lakes. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Delhi, A Rich Melting Pot Of Old And New
Location: Delhi
Accommodation: The Imperial, New Delhi.
Accommodation Name: The Imperial, New Delhi.
Meals Included: Dinner
Your India luxury tour commences with a traditional welcome before you are transferred to your luxury Delhi hotel.
Day 2: Delhi Sightseeing
Location: Delhi
Accommodation: The Imperial, New Delhi.
Accommodation Name: The Imperial, New Delhi.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Admire Delhi’s highlights of Red Fort and Jama Masjid before teaming up with a chef for a foodie tour in Old Delhi or visiting the 12th-century Qutub Minar. Feel the energy of lively Chandni Chowk on a rickshaw ride and visit a Sikh temple and its community kitchen, passing President Palace, India gate and Parliament House.
Day 3: Agra And The Views Of The Taj Mahal
Location: Agra
Accommodation: ITC Mughal, Agra.
Accommodation Name: ITC Mughal, Agra.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Take in Agra’s historical fort and Musamman Burj. Step out on a Mughal heritage walk or visit a private colonial bungalow for high tea with a family.
Day 4: Sunrise At The Taj And Jaipur, The Pink City
Location: Jaipur
Accommodation: Hyatt Regency Jaipur Mansarovar.
Accommodation Name: Hyatt Regency Jaipur Mansarovar.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Bask in the majesty of the Taj Mahal at sunrise before journeying to Jaipur, the Pink City.
Day 5: Jaipur Sightseeing Relaxed Start
Location: Jaipur
Accommodation Name: Hyatt Regency Jaipur Mansarovar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Ascend the Amber Fort for a blessing ceremony. Admire the Palace of the Winds and the royal observatory. Luxuriate in a VIP Indian high tea at City Palace. Visit the fresh flower and spice market or join a prayer ceremony at the Birla Mandir temple.
Day 6: Exploring Khimsar
Location: Khimsar
Accommodation: WelcomHotel, Khimsar.
Accommodation Name: WelcomHotel, Khimsar.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Journey to Khimsar for a guided walk in a remote village or enjoy time at leisure. Relax an oasis-style desert retreat.
Day 7: The Sun City, Jaisalmer Relaxed Start
Location: Jaisalmer
Accommodation: Suryagarh, Jaisalmer.
Accommodation Name: Fort Rajwada
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel through the Great Thar Desert to the Golden City of Jaisalmer. Ease into quiet desert life at your hotel where an inviting spa and pool await.
Day 8: Jaisalmer Sightseeing Relaxed Start
Location: Jaisalmer
Accommodation: Suryagarh, Jaisalmer.
Accommodation Name: Fort Rajwada
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
View Gadisar Lake and the imposing Fort. Go local at the lively market and enjoy a serenade by a local folk singer as you dine amidst sunset-bathed dunes.
Day 9: The Blue City Of Jodhpur Relaxed Start
Location: Jodhpur
Accommodation: WelcomHotel, Jodhpur.
Accommodation Name: WelcomHotel, Jodhpur.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trace the ancient silk routes to the Blue City of Jodhpur. Explore the hidden lanes of the market by tuk tuk.
Day 10: Explore Mehrangarh Fort Relaxed Start
Location: Jodhpur
Accommodation: WelcomHotel, Jodhpur.
Accommodation Name: WelcomHotel, Jodhpur.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Get to know the residents of a local village over a leisurely lunch before visiting Jodhpur's Mehrangarh Fort. Explore the sprawling, sandstone Citadel of the Sun. This evening, dine at a restaurant displaying classic cars within its Victorian grandeur.
Day 11: Udaipur, Venice Of The East
Location: Udaipur
Accommodation: The Leela Palace, Udaipur.
Accommodation Name: The Leela Palace, Udaipur.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Take in Ranakpur’s intricately carved marble temples before arriving in Udaipur’s Leela Palace.
Day 12: Udaipur Sightseeing Relaxed Start
Location: Udaipur
Accommodation: The Leela Palace, Udaipur.
Accommodation Name: The Leela Palace, Udaipur.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Discover the jewels of Udaipur, explore the colorful bazaar in the old city and meet local artisans. This evening, cruise the serene waters of Lake Pichola before raising a toast to your journey with dinner overlooking the beautiful outer courtyard.
Day 13: Depart Udaipur, Fly To Mumbai
Location: Udaipur
Meals Included: Breakfast
Conclude your Delhi to Udaipur tour transferring to Udaipur airport for your included flight back to Delhi or Mumbai.
What's Included
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Accommodations
Luxury stays at The Imperial New Delhi, ITC Mughal Agra, Hyatt Regency Jaipur Mansarovar, WelcomHotel Khimsar, Suryagarh Jaisalmer, WelcomHotel Jodhpur, and The Leela Palace Udaipur.
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Meals
Various meals including breakfasts, lunches, and dinners as per itinerary.
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Exclusive Experiences
Private access tour of Jaipur City Palace, sunrise view of the Taj Mahal, dinner over the Sand Dunes in Jaisalmer, and a VIP high tea at City Palace in Jaipur.
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Cultural Insights
Witness a traditional aarti prayer ceremony at Birla Mandir, explore the colorful markets of Jaipur, and enjoy a folk music serenade in Jaisalmer.
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Transport
All ground transportation as per the itinerary, including jeep rides and rickshaw tours.
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Guided Tours
Expert-led tours of historical forts, palaces, and temples across Rajasthan.
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Flight
Included flight from Udaipur to Mumbai.
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Dining Summary
9 Dinners, 12 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, and 1 Afternoon Tea are included.
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Additional Included Highlights
Enjoy seamless personal assistance, Local Expert Guides, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, complimentary hotel Wi-Fi, and transfers on journey start and end dates.
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Curated Experiences
Cruise the serene waters of Lake Pichola and explore the colorful bazaar in Udaipur.
What's Not Included
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International Flights
International flights to and from the start and end points are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included but is highly recommended.
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Personal Expenses
Items of a personal nature, such as souvenirs, laundry, and tips, are not included.
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Visa Fees
Any required visa fees are not included and are the responsibility of the traveler.
Dining Summary
9 Dinner (D)12 Breakfast (B)7 Lunch (L)1 Afternoon Tea (AT)
Additional Included Highlights
Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level. ?Included at all hotels.Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.?Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.Enjoy complimentary hotel Wi-Fi. And, on select coaches, onboard Wi-Fi may also be available.Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested. ...more ...less
Curated Experiences
Lake Pichola: Cruise the serene waters of Lake Pichola and relax as you take in the city views from the water.Udaipur: Explore the colorful bazaar in the old city.
Magnificent Stays
Udaipur: Built in the style of a grand Maharaja's palace, The Leela Palace evokes the mystique of a bygone age where refined service and regal majesty meet to present an unparalleled experience.
Passport Moments
Delhi: View the monuments of Old and New Delhi when you drive out to Red Fort, the former home of the Mughal emperors. Cruise down the Rajpath to see India Gate and Parliament House.Delhi: Take a tour of Jama Masjid with your Travel Concierge. Feel the majesty of the largest mosque in India with its three great gates, 40-meter-high minarets, and a courtyard large enough for 25,000 devotees.Delhi: Jump into the hustle and bustle of Old Delhi by taking an exhilarating rickshaw ride through the busy streets of Chandni Chowk. Let the city’s sights and sounds swirl around you as you’re transported in traditional style.Delhi: Visit a Sikh temple and community kitchen, where meals are given out to locals and travelers. Those of the Sikh faith regularly open their place of worship to those in greater need.Agra: Visit the impressive fortress in Agra and delve into the history of the Mughal Dynasty, who ruled their empire for over 300 years. See the glorious mosques and fairytale palaces such as the Sheesh Mahal within its protected walls.Agra: Rise in the morning light to view one of the greatest monuments in the world, the grand Taj Mahal. With the light of dawn and fewer visitors, you can fully appreciate its grandeur in peace, accompanied by only the birds and monkeys.Jaipur: Ascend by jeep to stroll through the intricately designed complex of courtyards and halls of Amber Fort. Enjoy the shimmering walls and ceilings and wonderful views of the surrounding countryside and receive a special blessing at this 16th-century residence.Jaipur: Enter the towering gates to the City Palace Museum for a look back through time at chandeliers, cannons, chariots and incredible murals. Built between 1729 -1732, this glorious complex is still home to the Jaipur royal family and young king.Jaisalmer: Set off to explore the sights of Jaisalmer, in particular the serene Gardisar Lake, built by the founding Rajput ruler of the city over 600 years ago. Visit the historic fort, where a quarter of the city's population still resides.Jaisalmer: Wander through the local markets of the Golden City of Jaisalmer and uncover the heartbeat of life in the desert. Peruse the fine silks and intricate silver jewelery in the bazaars of this medieval trading city.Jodhpur: Zip through the ancient streets of Jodphur on an invigorating tuk-tuk ride and visit Sadar Market to browse the traditional craft and food stalls which sprawl through the narrow city lanes in the shadow of the famous clock tower.Jodhpur: Follow the winding road to Mehrangarh Fort, the imposing sandstone structure which dominates the skyline above Jodphur. The building, so colossal it was described by Rudyard Kipling as ‘the work of giants,’ houses one of the best-stocked museums of Rajasthan.Ranakpur: Explore the intricately carved Jain temples of Ranakpur. Built in the 15th century by Seth Dharna Sah, the vast structure comprises almost 1500 white marble pillars across its twenty-nine halls and is considered the most spectacular of its kind in India.Udaipur: Visit the architectural marvel of the City Palace complex that towers over the banks of Lake Pichola. This amazing blend of styles is a wonder to explore, with unique paintings and magnificent antiques, a testimony to the Rajput passion for art.Udaipur: Climb the stairs to visit the magnificent Jagdish Temple in the center of Udaipur Old Town and explore the many statues and carvings before stepping into the peaceful surroundings of the Garden of the Maids of Honor at the edge of town. ...more ...less
Personalise your day
Delhi: Join a well-known chef for a culinary exploration of Delhi streets where you will tantalise your taste buds. Experience a wide variety of foods and learn the effect that mixing different flavors has on the palate as you sample Indian delicacies from local stallholders.Delhi: Visit the 12th century Qutub Minar, and see the tallest brick minaret in the world before enjoying lunch.Agra: Meet the community living in the shadow of the Taj Mahal when you take a Mughal Heritage Walk. Discover hidden gems of the area and learn about daily life in the ancient village with impressive vistas of India’s most famous monument. Through this initiative the community is supported from tourism to improve their living conditions.Agra: Visit a private colonial bungalow for high tea, meet the host family and listen to their stories about the British Raj and today's Indian culture and society.Jaipur: Visit the colorful cavalcade of the fresh flower and spice market.Jaipur: Visit the white marble Birla Mandir, a Hindu temple and witness aarti, a traditional prayer ceremony. ...more ...less
Mode of Transport
Enjoy seamless ground transportation as per the itinerary, including jeep rides and rickshaw tours, with an included flight from Udaipur to Mumbai, ensuring a comfortable and convenient travel experience.
Accommodation
Experience luxury stays at The Imperial New Delhi, ITC Mughal Agra, Hyatt Regency Jaipur Mansarovar, WelcomHotel Khimsar, Suryagarh Jaisalmer, WelcomHotel Jodhpur, and The Leela Palace Udaipur, offering unparalleled comfort and elegance throughout your journey.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique dining experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes several exceptional dining experiences such as dining at The Spice Route in Delhi, enjoying a private access tour and high tea at Jaipur City Palace, a nomadic banquet under the stars in Jaisalmer, and a Celebration Dinner overlooking the lake in Udaipur.
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What are some of the cultural insights offered during the tour?
The tour offers cultural insights such as witnessing a traditional aarti prayer ceremony at Birla Mandir, exploring the colorful markets of Jaipur, and enjoying a folk music serenade in Jaisalmer.
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Are there any personalized activity options available during the tour?
Yes, the tour offers personalized activity options such as a culinary exploration in Delhi, a Mughal Heritage Walk in Agra, and visiting the Birla Mandir in Jaipur.
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What kind of accommodations can be expected on this tour?
The tour includes luxury stays at renowned hotels such as The Imperial in New Delhi, ITC Mughal in Agra, Hyatt Regency Jaipur Mansarovar, WelcomHotel Khimsar, Suryagarh Jaisalmer, WelcomHotel Jodhpur, and The Leela Palace in Udaipur.
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What transportation is included in the tour?
The tour includes all ground transportation as per the itinerary, including jeep rides and rickshaw tours, as well as an included flight from Udaipur to Mumbai.
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What are some of the exclusive experiences included in the tour?
Exclusive experiences include a private access tour of Jaipur City Palace, a sunrise view of the Taj Mahal, dinner over the Sand Dunes in Jaisalmer, and a VIP high tea at City Palace in Jaipur.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Absolutely! We are very selective in who we work with and choose to only use hotels that take the health and well-being of our guests as seriously as we do and agree to meet expected guidelines and specifications. We only work with establishments that we are confident will consistently adhere to our standards.
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Which countries does Luxury Gold visit?
We offer incredible luxury trips in Europe, North America, South America, Hawaii, South-East Asia, the Indian sub-continent (including India, Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka), Australia and New Zealand.
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What other modes of transport does Luxury Gold use?
A Luxury Gold tour will include touring on high-speed trains, alpine cable cars, hydrofoils, river cruisers and horse-drawn carriages, in addition to our high-deck luxury coaches with extra legroom.
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Who travels with Luxury Gold?
We are delighted to welcome guests who have a shared love of travel, adventure, entertainment and exploration. A mix of solo travellers, couples, and groups of friends and family join us from all over the English-speaking world.
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What is the role of the Well-Being Director?
Working closely together with your Travelling Concierge, the Well-Being Director* will help make sure all necessary protocols are followed to ensure the health and wellbeing of all our guests. This includes our enhanced screening and hygiene protocols, complying with distancing and other requirements set by government authorities. They are also there to support our guests & answer any questions.
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Low Deposit
Luxury Gold requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of luxury gold charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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Terms and Conditions
Imperial Rajasthan - end Mumbai
13 Days Starting in New Delhi, India and ending in Mumbai, India
Visiting: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Khimsar, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur
Tour operator:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
10 - 18
Age range:
5-99
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, History