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ships from stay
afloat when the
HATHI SINGH TEMPLE
tide is low.
Afterwards, drive
to Ahmedabad, the largest city in Gujarat. En route visit Lothal, an
important archeological site in India, with excavations revealing
ruins belonging to the Harappan Era in the 2nd millennium BC.
You will see some of the artifacts from this period at the
Archaeological Museum here. On arrival in Ahmedabad, visit
Kankaria Lake which was built in 1451 AD and is a favorite picnic
spot. Overnight in Ahmedabad.
Day 11 Ahmedabad - Udaipur (250 Kms / 5 Hrs)
This morning, visit the Siddhi Sayed Masjid; this mosque is
renowned for its exquisite filigree stone carvings. You will also visit
the Hathi Singh Jain Temple; this intricate white marble structure
draws thousands of visitors annually. Next, you will visit Sabarmati
Ashram. One of the residences
of Mahatma Gandhi, the
Ashram now houses a museum
in his memory. Afterwards,
drive to Udaipur. In the evening
, enjoy a boat ride on the pristine
and enchanting Lake Pichola.
Overnight in Udaipur.
GANDHI’S HOME IN SABARMATI
Day 12 Udaipur
This morning,
visit the City Palace; this architectural marvel
blends Medieval, European and Chinese
architecture replete with domes, towers,
arches, an assortment of courtyards,
pavilions, terraces, and hanging gardens.
Later, visit Sahelion ki Bari. Post lunch you
can roam the charming local bazaars.
Overnight in Udaipur.
Day 13 Udaipur / Jaipur
After breakfast, take a flight to Jaipur. The
'Pink City' of Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan,
and the former capital of the princely state of
Jaipur. Founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai
Singh II, the ruler of Amber, Jaipur is famous for its
colorful culture, forts, palaces, and lakes. The old city has
broadly laid-out avenues, all painted pink, that give the city a magical
glow. On arrival, check in to your hotel. After lunch, visit the Hawa
Mahal, or the 'Palace of the Winds.' This beautiful façade is probably
the most-photographed in Jaipur, with its ornately carved
latticework windows designed so the ladies of the palace could look
out onto the streets
unobserved. Afterwards,
enjoy a rickshaw ride through
the area and explore the local
markets. Overnight in Jaipur.
CITY PALACE UDAIPUR
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Day 14 Jaipur
This morning, visit the famous Amber Fort, set in picturesque and
rugged hills. It is a fascinating blend of Hindu and Mughal
architecture in red sand stone and white marble. Prominent
structures inside the fort are the Diwan-i-Aam, adorned with
latticed galleries, the Ganesh Pol with a beautiful painted image of
Lord Ganesh, and the stunning Sheesh Mahal, a hall decorated with
thousands of tiny mirrors. The best way to explore the fort is to ride
up to it on elephant back!
Post lunch you will visit
the City Palace, built by
Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh.
The architecture is a
synthesis of Rajasthani
and Mughal styles. The
museums here showcase
rare and ancient
manuscripts, arms dating
back to the 15th century,
and costumes of erstwhile
royalty. Later, explore the Jantar Mantar, an astronomical
observatory dating back to around 1730. Evening at leisure.
Overnight In Jaipur.
Day 15 Jaipur - Agra (280 Kms / 6 Hrs )
This morning, leave for Agra. Agra is believed to have been
founded in 1504 by Sultan Sikander Lodi. The glory of
Agra was at its peak during the reign of Akbar,
Jehangir and Shah Jahan. The city is home to the
Taj Mahal and other fine examples of Mughal
architecture. En route to Agra, visit Fatehpur
Sikri, followed by lunch. Built by the emperor
Akbar about 35 kms from Agra, Fatehpur
Sikri had to be abandoned due to shortage of
water. It is the best example of the
amalgamation of Hindu and Muslim
architecture. On arrival in Agra you will visit
Itimad Ud Daulah. This is a mausoleum
commissioned by the Mughal Empress Noor
Jehan for her father. Overnight in Agra.
Day 16 Agra - Delhi (220 Kms / 5 Hrs )
This morning, visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise. The
epitome of love, a poem in marble… the Taj Mahal is a
symbol of the devotion of Emperor Shah Jehan for his beloved
queen Mumtaz Mahal. A pure white marble structure, Taj acquires
different shades at different times of the day and with changing
seasons. It took 22 years to complete this edifice with its intricate
domes, delicate screens and stunning marble inlay work. Later, visit
Agra Fort, built of red sandstone
and comprising many palaces.
Post lunch in Agra, head to
Delhi. On arrival, wash and
change before proceeding to the
airport for your onward
destination.
CITY PALACE JAIPUR
AMBER FORT