16-Day Delhi, Agra, Rajasthan, Ajanta, Ellora Caves & Mumbai Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrive in Delhi.
1 stop
1
New Delhi
Arrive in Delhi, and from airport transfer to the hotel. Relax and enjoy personal activities.
Admission ticket free
Day 2
Delhi Sight Seen.
8 stops
2
Red Fort
Visit the Red Fort Shah Jahan constructed Red Fort in 1939, and it was the main residence of the Mughal Dynasty. It is located in the city center. It is made from red sandstone, and that is where it gets its name from. It became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
3
Qutub Minar
See Qutub Minar, which is a five-story tapering tower with a height of 73 meters. The spiral staircase in this minaret has 379 staircases. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and visited by many every day.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
4
India Gate
Go to India Gate; it is a war memorial located near the Rajpath. It is dedicated to the soldiers of British India who died in the wars. The India Gate, even though a war memorial, evokes the architectural style.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
5
Lotus Temple
Head to the Lotus Temple, famous for its flower-like shape; Lotus Temple is a house of worship and open to all. Winning numerous awards, this place is a prominent attraction for all.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
6
Raj Ghat
Stop by Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatama Gandi; Raj Ghat is situated in Delhi. It is a black marble open to the sky and a flame that eternal burns at one end. It is a great place to learn more about the history of the country.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
7
Jama Masjid
Continue to Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in the country; Jama Masjid is made up of red sandstone and marble. It was constructed by Shah Jahan and is visited by hundreds of people every day. The mosque's courtyard can accommodate about 25,000 people and be built for about one million Indian Rupees.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
8
Humayun's Tomb
Enter Humayun's Tomb, which is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun in Delhi, India. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun's first wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum, in 1558 and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas and his son, Sayyid Muhammad.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
9
Pasar Chandni Chowk
Stroll in the streets of Chandni Chowk or take a cycle rickshaw ride in Chandni chowk & Khari Baoli Spice Market, a busy shopping area with markets full of spices, dried fruit, silver jewellery, and vivid saris. In contrast, the narrow side streets are crowded with tiny shops selling essential oils, stationery, and traditional Indian sweets.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Delhi To Agra (230 KM/ 4 Hrs)
2 stops
10
Taj Mahal
Visit the Taj Mahal, an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the southern bank of the river Yamuna in the Indian city of Agra. It was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal; it also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan himself.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
11
Agra Fort
Head to Agra Fort, a historical fort in the city of Agra in India. It was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638 when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi. Before capture by the British, the last Indian rulers to have occupied it were the Marathas. In the evening, visit old Agra Market.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 4
Agra To Jaipur (240 KM/ 4 Hrs) En route see the Fatehpur Sikri & Chand Baori.
3 stops
12
Fatehpur Sikri
Visit Fatehpur Sikri, a small city in northern India, just west of Agra, founded by a 16th-century Mughal emperor. Red sandstone buildings cluster at their center. Buland Darwaza gate is the entrance to Jama Masjid mosque. Nearby is the marble Tomb of Salim Chishti. Diwan-E-Khas hall has a carved central pillar. Jodha Bais Palace is a mix of Hindu and Mughal styles.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
13
Chand Baori, Abhaneri
Head to Chand Baori, built during the 8th and 9th centuries and has 3,500 narrow steps arranged in perfect symmetry, which descend 20m to the bottom of the well.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
14
Move to Johari Bazaar, a shopper's paradise and a must-visit, Johari Bazaar in Jaipur have a reputation that precedes itself. Located near Hawa Mahal, this market of exquisite jewellery and artifacts to choose from can immerse shoppers in its glittering glory. It is considered to be one of the oldest markets in Jaipur City.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 5
Jaipur Sight Seen
5 stops
15
City Palace of Jaipur
Head to the City Palace of Jaipur. Spend one hour to explore Maharaja’s City Palace. City Palace of Jaipur was originally the administrative and ceremonial seat of Maharaja of Jaipur, which was constructed in 1721. It was also the location of religious and cultural events that took place at that time. It now houses the Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum and continues to be the home of the Jaipur royal family.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
16
Jal Mahal
Head down the hill to Jal Mahal, a palace floating on Man Sagar Lake, for a photo opportunity. Jal Mahal is a palace located in the middle of Man Sagar Lake in the city of Jaipur. The palace and the lake around it were renovated and enlarged in the 18th century by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Amber. The palace and scenic beauty of the lake attract various tourists.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
17
Jantar Mantar - Jaipur
See Jantar Mantar, a UNESCO World Heritage site built in 1734. It is a collection of nineteen architectural astronomical instruments built by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh II, the founder of Jaipur. The instruments allow the observation of astronomical positions with the naked eye. Rest of the time free for leisure.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
18
Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind
Hawa Mahal - It is famous "The Palace of Winds" or "The Palace of Breeze"). Built from red and pink sandstone, the palace sits on the edge of the City Palace, Jaipur, and extends to the Zenana, or women's chambers.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
19
Jaipur
Rest of time free for leisure or visit market own self. Over night stay at Jaipur hotel.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Jaipur To Jodhpur (310 KM/ 6 Hrs) En route see the Pushkar.
2 stops
20
Visit the Pushkar Brahma Temple and enjoy the walk around the Holy Lake of Pushkar.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
21
Umaid Bhawan Museum
Head to the Umaid Bhawan Palace, a fabulous building which is split between the museum and a 5 star. The museum is interesting Attached is a small collection of vintage cars which you can see. Go to Ghanta Ghar or the Clock Tower, a prominent landmark in Jodhpur; it was built by Maharaja Sardar Singh between 1880 and 1911.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 7
Jodhpur To Jaisalmer Sam Dunes (310 KM/ 5 Hrs)
1 stop
22
Go to Sam Sand Dunes for an evening jeep safari and Camel Safari & Jeep Safari in the desert. Witness the unparalleled views of the sunset over the tall sand dunes located at a distance of 40 km from the Golden City of Jaisalmer. Enjoy the music and dance performances by local artists which hold a mirror to the rich culture of Rajasthan.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 8
Sam Sand Duns to Jaisalmer City (40 KM/ 1Hrs)
5 stops
23
Visit Jaisalmer Fort, situated in the city of Jaisalmer. It is believed to be one of the very few "living forts" globally, as nearly one-fourth of the old city's population still resides within the fort. For the better part of its 800-year history, the fort was the city of Jaisalmer.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
24
Head to Nathmalji ki Haveli, constructed by Maharawal Berisal in 1885 CE, to serve as the residence of Diwan Mohata Nathmal, the then Prime Minister of Jaisalmer. The chief architects of this haveli were two brothers, named Hathi and Lulu. There is a fascinating story regarding its construction. It is believed that both the brothers started building the facets of the haveli simultaneously. The two sides are similar but not identical.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
25
Move to Patwa Havelis, a cluster of five havelis aligned in a narrow lane in the heart of the city. Of the five Havelis, the first haveli in the lane, aka the Kothari’s Patwa Haveli, is not only extraordinarily preserved and restored but is also open to visitors to experience the lifestyle of the erstwhile patwas. See Salim Singh Ki Haveli, an architecturally notable residence built-in 1815 with a peacock-shaped roof & numerous balconies.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
26
Go to Bada Bagh, also called Barabagh, is a garden complex located about six kilometres north of Jaisalmer. Overlooking a mango grove sits a set of royal chhatri cenotaphs constructed by the Maharajas of the Jaisalmer State in the 18th, 19th, and early 20th centuries.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
27
Stop by Gadi Sagar Lake, originally was a human-made reservoir that was founded to provide a source of water to Jaisalmer. Founded in 1367 by the first ruler of the city Maharawal Jaisal, this reservoir was revamped by Maharawal Garsi Singh.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 9
Jaisalmer To Jodhpur (280 KM/ 4 Hrs)
3 stops
28
Mehrangarh Fort
Visit the Mehrangarh Fort, the 5 km long majestic fort on 125 m high hill is one of the most impressive & formidable structures. Although invincible from the outside, the fort has four gates approached by a winding road. Within the fort are some magnificent palaces with marvelously carved panels, latticed windows, and evocative names like, Moti Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Sileh Khana & Daulat Khana. These Palaces house a fabulous collection of trappings of Indian royalty, including a superb collection of palanquins, elephant howdahs, miniature paintings of various schools, musical instruments, costumes.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
29
Jaswant Thada
Next see the Jaswant Thada, the imposing white marble memorial that marks the site of the royal crematorium. It houses portraits of successive rulers. The four cenotaphs around here commemorate notable acts of bravery and generosity of the four successive rulers.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
30
Clock Tower Market
Visit Ghanta Ghar or the Clock Tower, a prominent landmark in Jodhpur. It was built by Maharaja Sardar Singh between 1880 and 1911.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 10
Jodhpur To Udaipur (280 KM/ 5 Hrs) En route see the Ranakpur Temple
3 stops
31
Ranakpur Jain Temple
Have breakfast at the hotel and drive to Udaipur : En-route, visit Ranakpur Jain Temple. Enter the Ranakpur Temple, a complex comprised of 1444 intricately carved pillars, 24 pillared halls accompanied by 80 domes borne by 400 columns. Then go head to Udaipur.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
32
Lake Pichola
Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Pichola, see the ghats along the lake and the interesting buildings on the banks. The view of the city palace from the lake is spectacular.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
33
Rest of time free for leisure or visit market own self. Over night stay in Udaipur hotel.
Admission ticket free
Day 11
Udaipur Sight Seen.
6 stops
34
Jagdish Temple, A world-renowned temple of Lord Vishnu. This three stories and 79 feet high temple was built by Maharana Jagat Singhji in 1651 and cost 1.5 million rupees. It is owned and managed by the royal family of Udaipur.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
35
City Palace of Udaipur
Visit the famous City Palace, which was built over a period of nearly 400 years with contributions from several rulers of the Mewar dynasty.
1 minute • Admission ticket free
36
Sahelion Ki Bari
Go for a stroll in Saheliyon Ki Bari, a lush garden located on the banks of the Fateh Sagar Lake. It was built between 1710 to 1734 by Maharana Sangram Singh for the 48 royal ladies.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
37
Situated just outside Udaipur, this 19th-century palace is built on top of Bansdara hills. Used as a monsoon palace and hunting lodge, its builder, Maharana Sajjan Singh, originally planned to make it an astronomical center. The plan was cancelled with Maharana Sajjan Singh's premature death. It is still an awe-inspiring sight on the Udaipur skyline and offers spectacular views of the city and the areas around.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
38
In evening time, Visit Bagore Ki Haveli, and in the evening, watch the "Dharohar" folk dance show at Bagore-ki-Haveli. A gorgeous 18th-century haveli that has been converted into a museum showcasing Mewar art and architecture. The haveli puts on one of the best Rajasthani folk dance shows in Rajasthan. For an hour, performers dance to Rajasthani folk music wearing bright coloured ethnic dresses. The dances are varied and demonstrate the tradition and culture of Rajasthani folklore.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
39
Rest of time free for leisure or visit market own self. Over night stay in Udaipur hotel.
Admission ticket free
Day 12
Udaipur To Aurangabad by Train. (350 KM).
1 stop
40
After breakfast, the guests will be dropped at Udaipur Airport for Aurangabad. On arrival at Aurangabad airport, assistance and transfer to hotel. In evening time free for leisure or visit marketing own self.
Admission ticket free
Day 13
Aurangabad to Ellora ( 35 KM/ 1 Hr).
4 stops
41
Ellora Caves
Visit Ellora, A UNESCO World Heritage site (Tuesday closed). It houses 34 monasteries and temples with some exclusive, uninterrupted monuments that date back from 600 to 1000 AD. The temples of Ellora are dedicated to Brahmanism, Jainism, and Buddhism. It also has some excellent stonework depicting the legends related to Lord Shiva.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
42
On the way back to Daulatabad Fort, see the most powerful forts of the medieval Deccan. The defence system that made Daulatabad virtually impregnable comprises fortifications with double and even triple rows of massive walls.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
43
Bibi Ka Maqbara
Next go to Bibi ka Maqbara Built by Azam Shah in 1678; the Bibi ka Maqbara is a son's loving tribute to his mother. Due to its similar design standing spectacularly on the lawns of the landscaped garden with ponds, fountains, and water channels, the white marbled monument is popularly known as the Mini Taj of the Deccan.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
44
In evening time free for leisure or visit market own self. Over night stay in Aurangabad hotel.
Admission ticket free
Day 14
Aurangabad to Ajanta (120 KM/ 2 Hrs) In evening time catch the Mumbai Train form Aurangabad Railway Station.
3 stops
45
Ajanta Caves
Visit Ajanta Caves, which are approximately 30 rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments from the 2nd century BCE to about 480 CE in Aurangabad. The caves include paintings and rock-cut sculptures described as among the finest surviving examples of ancient Indian art, particularly expressive paintings that present emotions through gesture, pose, and form. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
46
Next go to Aurangabad Caves, situated at a distance of 5 km, nestled amidst the hills are 12 Buddhist caves dating back to 3 A.D. Of particular interest are the Tantric influences evident in the iconography and architectural designs of the caves. Also, visit a small archaeological museum.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
47
In the late evening, guests will be drop to Aurangabad Railway Station, Airport or Bus Stand. Take a train, flight, or bus for Mumbai. Over night spend in train.
Admission ticket free
Day 15
Mumbai Sight Seen.
7 stops
48
In the morning, guests will be picked up from Mumbai Railway Station and transfer to the hotel.
Admission ticket free
49
Marine Drive
Visit Marine Drive, a lovely pedestrianized path to walk along the coast. It provides great views of Mumbai sky scrapers as well as the sunset. There are points marked in the concrete to show the distances. This area is known as the Queen's Necklace as when viewed from an elevated point it resembles pearls in a necklace.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
50
Gateway of India
Go head to Gateway of India, one of Mumbai’s prime tourist sites, The Gateway of India Mumbai is an impressive symbol of the city.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
51
See the Dhobi Ghat, an amazing open-air manual ancient laundry . You can view it from above on a viewing platform.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
52
Go to Bandra-Worli Sea Link, a very beautiful bridge that links Mumbai’s suburbs to South Mumbai. It’s a very prestigious bridge which was opened in 2009.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
53
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
Move to Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, a UNESCO world heritage site and it is India's most beautiful railway station and a masterpiece of Gothic architecture with stained-glass windows, towering spires, domed arches, and buttresses and pillars with animal images carved into them.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
54
Then enter the Bandra Fort, which is located beyond Taj Lands End. Bandra offers breathtaking views of the Sea link just enjoy the skyline towards South Bombay!
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 16
Drop to Mumbai Airport & tour end.
1 stop
55
Drop off at Mumbai Airport, Mumbai Railway Station, or on a desirable location in Mumbai with marking the end of this tour.
Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please be informed that you need to wear full clothes to enter The Ranakpur Temple.
• Please note that at Ranakpur Jain Temple, foreign tourists are required to use an audio guide as human tour guides are not permitted. The cost of the audio guide is not included in the tour price.

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