Mumbai, Udaipur, Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Delhi
14 Nights
Arrive late night into Mumbai, depending on flight schedules. Check into The Oberoi, Mumbai where a traditional Indian welcome awaits you. Relax in the comfort and elegance of the hotel and take in your first impressions of India.
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Wake up to the spectacular vista of the Arabian Sea from your room. Start the day with breakfast at Fenix or in the privacy of your room. Spend the morning relaxing in your room or exploring the hotel. Enjoy a 60 minute spa therapy. After an authentic Indian lunch at Ziya, spend the rest of the afternoon visiting areas of interest in South Mumbai.
Your sightseeing will include the Gateway of India, Prince of Wales Museum, Victoria Terminus, the Heritage Fort district, Mahatma Gandhi's Mumbai home and Dhobi Ghat. Dinner is at Vetro, the Italian restaurant.
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After breakfast, spend the day at leisure and explore the surroundings. After lunch, transfer to Mumbai Airport to board your flight to Udaipur departing at 1650 hours. Though this flight offers only economy seats currently, it is a more comfortable way to travel to Udaipur than the very early flights out of Mumbai.
Arrive at Udaipur Airport at 1835 hours. Check into The Oberoi Udaivilas. Relax and explore the palatial settings of the hotel. End the day with a candlelit dinner overlooking Lake Pichola on the terrace of the Udaimahal restaurant.
Udaipur was founded in 1567 by Maharana Udai Singh and is still very much a traditional Rajput town. Blessed with picturesque lakes and surrounded by the grandeur of Rajput architecture and culture, Udaipur is one of the most unique destinations in North India.
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After breakfast, take a guided tour of Jagdish Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the Lord of Universe. Visit the City Palace that overlooks Lake Pichola and houses the museum. Return to The Oberoi Udaivilas for lunch at Suryamahal.
In the afternoon, consult with our Ayurvedic doctor and enjoy a 3 hour 'Spirit of Ayurveda' massage. At sunset, take a Shikara (traditional boat) ride on the romantic Lake Pichola, with champagne, canapés and the gentle sound of water around you. Dinner will be served at Udaimahal restaurant.
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After breakfast, drive approximately two hours to Kumbalgarh Fort.
Built by Rana Kumbha in the fifteenth century, this fort is one of the best examples of defensive architecture in Rajasthan. A number of palaces, temples and monuments were added within the fort walls over the next few centuries. This was one of the most important fortresses of the Maharanas of Mewar.
Enjoy a gourmet lunch at Aodhi, a secluded hunting lodge near the fort; then drive through the forests onward to the astounding Jain temple complex of Ranakpur.
This extremely beautiful temple complex lies in the peaceful valley of the Aravalli hills. Built in the 15th century, the temples in this complex are beautifully crafted and well preserved.
Dinner will be served at Udaimahal restaurant.
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After breakfast, go for a half day tour of Eklinji and Nagada. Return for lunch at the Suryamahal restaurant. In the evening visit Monsoon Palace situated 1,100 ft high above the surroundings offering a panoramic overview of the city, lakes, palaces and surrounding country side.
Return to The Oberoi Udaivilas and enjoy a 60 minute spa therapy in the evening. Enjoy a romantic candlelit dinner in the privacy of your room terrace with champagne.
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Spend a relaxed day in Udaipur and enjoy the unique environs of The Oberoi Udaivilas. Visit the Bada Mahal Wildlife Conservatory located adjacent to the resort. In the afternoon, transfer to Udaipur Airport to board your flight to Delhi, departing Udaipur at 15:30 hours. Arrive in Delhi at 16:40 hours, check into The Oberoi, New Delhi. Dinner is at Travertino, Italian restaurant.
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Early breakfast at Threesixty and then transfer to Delhi Airport to board your flight to Agra, departing Delhi at 11:10 hours. Arrive in Agra at 12:05 hours, check into The Oberoi Amarvilas. Later in the afternoon visit the Agra Fort.
In the 16th and 17th centuries, at the time of the Mughals, Agra was the capital of India.
Construction of Agra Fort was originally started by Emperor Akbar in 1565, but his son, Jahangir, and grandson, ShahJahan, later made additions. It houses the Dewan-e-Khas and Dewan-e-Aam (Halls of Private and Public Audience) and its walls are a silent witness to the rise and fall of the Imperial Mughal Empire. The palaces and courtyards within the fort feature a variety of ingenious Islamic inspired devices (some decorative, some more practical) within the fabric of the buildings.
Return to The Oberoi Amarvilas for dinner at Esphahan, the Indian speciality restaurant featuring a display kitchen and live classical music.
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Early morning visit to the Taj Mahal.
The Taj Mahal, built in white marble by Emperor Shahjahan as a mausoleum for his queen Mumtaz Mahal, is a universal symbol of love. This magnificent monument is best enjoyed in the early morning hours.
Return to the hotel for breakfast at Bellevue, the multi-cuisine restaurant. After breakfast, drive for one hour to Fatehpur Sikri, a world heritage site and the ancient Mughal capital of India.
Completed in 1571 by the Mughal Emperor Akbar, who was known to be a very tolerant ruler, the buildings at Fatehpur Sikri blend both Islamic and Hindu elements in their architectural style. Experts argue that Fatehpur Sikri is the greatest accomplishment of Mughal architecture, surpassed only in reputation but not in its beauty by the Taj Mahal. The cultural politics of the site remain to be written; perhaps the mammoth chess board, where human figures were used as chess pieces and moved at the emperor's will, provides a clue.
Enjoy a picnic lunch on way back to The Oberoi Amarvilas. In the evening, experience a 3 hour Spa program 'Noor-e-Taj' at the Oberoi Spa. Dinner at leisure.
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Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays.
After an early breakfast at Bellevue, transfer by road to Jaipur (approximately 5 hours drive. If you wish to stop en route at Fatehpur Sikri for sightseeing, add 1 hour 30 minutes to the journey time). On arrival in Jaipur, check into The Oberoi Rajvilas.
Known as the Pink City of India, Jaipur is the state capital and largest city of Rajasthan. Most of the structures in the old walled city are built with pink lime plaster, giving the city its name. Afternoon at leisure.
In the evening, watch the traditional 'Aarti' (prayer) at the ancient Shiva Temple within the hotel premises. Dinner is at the Surya Mahal restaurant.
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Morning excursion after breakfast to Amber Fort followed by a tour of Jaipur city. 12 kilometres from Jaipur is the deserted city of Amber and the Amber Fort. It was once the ancient capital of the Rajput Empire. From the road you can climb up to the Fort in approximately 10 minutes, or take an elephant ride.
After enjoying the stunning view of the Mansagar Lake from atop the fort, head back to the town. Enroute, stop at a boutique to get a flavour of the local arts and crafts of Rajasthan. Lunch is at the Trident, Jaipur.
Return to the regal splendour of The Oberoi Rajvilas and enjoy a 'Shirodhara' therapy at the Oberoi Spa. Dinner will be served in the beautiful gardens of The Oberoi Rajvilas.
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Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at Bellevue. In the morning, set out on an elephant safari. The safari concludes with a picnic in the rugged countryside surrounding Naila Fort. After the afternoon, visit the famous City Palace in the heart of the old city.
Visit Hawa Mahal, also known as the "Palace of Winds". Hawa Mahal, built in a unique design, is the landmark of Jaipur and was used by the ladies of the court to watch the daily goings-on in the street below.
Then shop in the colourful bazaars of Jaipur. Return to The Oberoi Rajvilas for a special dinner in the outer courtyard of Rajmahal, the Indian restaurant.
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After breakfast, transfer to Jaipur Airport to fly to Delhi at 8:10 hours arriving Delhi Airport at 9:20 hours. On arrival, check into The Oberoi, New Delhi. Later in the day, set out on an expert guided tour of the historical sights of Delhi, including India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhawan, the 12th century Qutub Minar, the exquisite Humayun's Tomb and other landmarks. Dinner will be served at Taipan, the Chinese restaurant.
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Breakfast is followed by a day excursion to the old city of Delhi Pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat, visit the Jama Masjid and stroll through the bustling old bazaar of Chandni Chowk.
Return to the hotel for lunch at the Threesixty restaurant. Relax before you set out for a guided tour to the lively market of Dilli Haat.
End the day with a relaxing 60 minute spa therapy. Dinner at any of the restaurants in the hotel. Late night transfer to the Indira Gandhi International Airport for your flight back.
