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Experience the magnificent world of the Maharajas on our exclusive Royal Maharaja Tour through India. This luxurious journey allows you to live like a Maharaja: Stay in breathtaking royal palaces, dine in majestic halls, and explore the fascinating cities of India with the highest "royal" comfort.
The Journey
India
On this luxury Rajasthan tour, you will traverse North India like a Maharaja in 13 days: from Delhi to Agra and the Taj Mahal, all the way to the palace cities of Rajasthan - Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Udaipur. Private chauffeurs, royal palace hotels, and a luxury camp in the Thar Desert will accompany you.
Your Rajasthan luxury tour begins in Delhi: At the airport, our representative will greet you with a name sign and take you to your luxury hotel, The Imperial. You will check into your room and unwind for your first evening in royal comfort, before the exploration of the Indian capital begins the next morning.
On this Maharaja tour of India, you will explore the highlights of Delhi: the India Gate and the Humayun's Tomb. For lunch, you will sample famous street food and ride a rickshaw through the old market. Passing the spice market and Chandni Chowk, you will reach Paranthe Wali Gali, where the aroma of freshly baked parathas welcomes you. Overnight at The Imperial.
After breakfast, you will continue on the Golden Triangle of India to Agra (243 km / 4 hrs). You will visit the mighty Agra Fort, once the residence of the Mughal emperors Akbar and Shah Jahan. In the afternoon, you will admire the Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh across the river and experience a live show at the Kalakriti Center in the evening. Overnight at Oberoi Amarvilas with a view of the Taj Mahal.
Early in the morning, you will experience the Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour - one of the highlights of any trip to India (closed on Fridays). After breakfast, you will visit the UNESCO site of Fatehpur Sikri and the stepwell Chand Baori with 3,500 steps. You will then proceed to Amanbagh, a tranquil oasis in the Aravali Mountains. Overnight at the luxury hotel Amanbagh.
In the morning, you will enjoy the tranquility of Amanbagh and immerse yourself in rural Rajasthan with its villages and ancient temples. In the afternoon, this exclusive India tour will take you cross-country to Jaipur, the Pink City. Check-in at Rambagh Palace, one of the most magnificent palace hotels in the city. Overnight at Rambagh Palace.
Today, you will explore the Pink City of Jaipur, India's first planned city from 1727. You will enjoy a VIP high tea at the City Palace, visit the flower and spice market, and choose between Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, and Jal Mahal. On a Rajasthan palace hotel journey, you will get close to authentic Rajasthan on a heritage walking tour through the old town markets, ending at the Govind Dev Ji Temple. Overnight at Rambagh Palace.
You will drive to Nimaj (229 km / 5 hrs) and check in at RAAS Chhatrasagar, a luxury camp of exquisite tents by the dam of a reservoir. This Rajasthan desert luxury journey combines royal comfort with nature: over 250 bird species, a spa with Ayurvedic treatments, and a heated swimming pool await you. The kitchen uses ingredients from its own farm. Overnight at RAAS Chhatrasagar.
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The morning is free for you - perhaps for a walk through the village of Nimaj. Afterwards, the Jodhpur Blue City Tour continues (108 km / 2 hrs). In the rural areas around Jodhpur, you will meet weavers, potters, and the Bishnoi community, experiencing the traditional crafts of Rajasthan. Overnight at Umaid Bhawan Palace.
After breakfast, you will visit the Mehrangarh Fort from 1459 with its mighty walls and intricate carvings. Next, you will head to the marble memorial Jaswant Thada. On a heritage walking tour, your guide will lead you through the indigo-blue streets of the Blue City and share unknown legends. Your private India tour with chauffeur will end in the evening at Umaid Bhawan Palace. Overnight at Umaid Bhawan Palace.
A short drive to Mihirgarh (40 km / 1 hr), a royal retreat in the Thar Desert. Over 100 artisans created nine large suites here, each with its own plunge pool and fireplace. This Rajasthan luxury tour allows you time to relax: the rest of the day is free for you to explore the desert landscape around the Fortress of the Sun. Overnight in Mihirgarh.
The morning is free for you before you drive to the impressive Ranakpur Temple (226 km / 5 hrs). The Chaumukha Temple from the 15th century impresses with 1,444 intricately carved marble pillars. Afterwards, your Udaipur City of Lakes journey continues to Udaipur, the Venice of the East. Overnight at Taj Lake Palace.
Udaipur, once the capital of the Mewar kingdom, enchants with white marble palaces and tranquil lakes. On this luxury India tour, you will visit the City Palace and the Garden of the Maidens, and drive up to the Monsoon Palace for panoramic views. In the evening, a dinner awaits you on the Royal Boat over Lake Pichola. Overnight at Taj Lake Palace.
We will take you to Udaipur Airport, from where you will fly back to Delhi in Business Class. Your Delhi Agra Jaipur tour through royal India ends here - or you can extend your journey and discover even more of Incredible India with OVERCROSS. From Delhi, you can conveniently travel to your next destination.
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