Grand Rajasthan, Ajanta, Ellora & Goa Tour

Welcome to Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi. Our representative will receive you and transfer you by air-conditioned vehicle to your pre-booked hotel. After check-in, all tour-related documents and itinerary details will be explained. In the evening, visit the historic Red Fort to experience the spectacular Light & Sound Show, which narrates over five centuries of Delhi's rich history through dramatic storytelling, music and visual effects. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, explore the highlights of Old and New Delhi. Visit the magnificent Red Fort, the grand Jama Masjid, one of India's largest mosques, and Raj Ghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. Continue through New Delhi to view the Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's House), India Gate, the Laxmi Narayan Temple (Birla Mandir), Humayun's Tomb, Lotus Temple, Qutub Minar and the ISKCON Temple. In the evening, you may enjoy an optional cycle rickshaw ride through the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, check out and drive to Agra. En route, visit Sikandra to explore the magnificent Tomb of Emperor Akbar, an outstanding example of Mughal architecture blending Hindu and Islamic design elements. Continue to Agra and check in at the hotel. In the evening, you may visit local marble workshops or enjoy the optional Mohabbat-the-Taj cultural show, depicting the timeless love story behind the Taj Mahal through music, dance and theatrical performances. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Early morning, visit the world-famous Taj Mahal, the white marble mausoleum built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of Mumtaz Mahal and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Return to the hotel for breakfast before exploring the imposing Agra Fort, the former Mughal imperial residence. Continue to the elegant Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb, often referred to as the "Baby Taj" for its intricate marble inlay work. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, check out and drive to Ranthambore National Park. En route, explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Fatehpur Sikri, the former Mughal capital built by Emperor Akbar in the 16th century. Visit important monuments including the Buland Darwaza, Jama Masjid, Panch Mahal and the marble tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti. Continue to Ranthambore, once the royal hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Jaipur and now one of India's finest tiger reserves. Upon arrival, check in at the jungle resort. Dinner and overnight stay at the resort.

Early morning, proceed for a canter or jeep safari through Ranthambore National Park, renowned for its population of Royal Bengal Tigers. Besides tigers, the park is home to leopards, sloth bears, sambar deer, marsh crocodiles and numerous bird species. Return to the resort for breakfast and relaxation. Later, visit the historic Ranthambore Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site overlooking the national park, followed by the revered Ganesh Temple located within the fort complex. Dinner and overnight stay at the resort.

After breakfast, check out and drive to Jaipur. En route, visit the historic Chand Baori at Abhaneri, one of India's deepest and most intricately designed stepwells, built over a thousand years ago. Continue to Jaipur and check in at the hotel. In the evening, you may explore the colourful bazaars or enjoy an optional visit to Chokhi Dhani, a traditional Rajasthani village resort featuring folk music, dance performances, local cuisine and cultural activities. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, explore the architectural landmarks of Jaipur. Begin with an excursion to the majestic Amber Fort, where you may enjoy an optional elephant ride or jeep ride to the entrance. Continue to the hilltop Nahargarh Fort, offering panoramic views of the Pink City, followed by the magnificent City Palace, the astronomical instruments of Jantar Mantar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the iconic Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), built with 953 intricately designed windows for royal ladies to observe street life. In the evening, you may attend the optional Light & Sound Show at Amber Fort. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, check out and drive to Pushkar, one of India's oldest pilgrimage towns situated beside the sacred Pushkar Lake. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel before visiting the revered Brahma Temple, one of the few temples in the world dedicated to Lord Brahma. Later, walk around the holy Pushkar Lake, surrounded by numerous bathing ghats and temples, before exploring the colourful bazaars renowned for handicrafts, textiles, jewellery and traditional Rajasthani souvenirs. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, check out and drive to Jodhpur, popularly known as the Blue City. En route, visit a traditional Bishnoi Village, where the local community is renowned for its commitment to wildlife conservation and rural craftsmanship. Observe artisans engaged in pottery, weaving and leatherwork while spotting blackbucks, chinkaras and peacocks in their natural surroundings. Continue to Jodhpur and check in at the hotel. In the evening, explore the bustling local markets or dine at one of the city's traditional restaurants. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, visit the imposing Mehrangarh Fort, one of India's largest hill forts, followed by the elegant marble cenotaph of Jaswant Thada and the magnificent Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum. Later, check out and drive to Udaipur. En route, visit the renowned Ranakpur Jain Temples, celebrated for their intricate marble architecture and more than 1,400 uniquely carved pillars supporting the magnificent Chaumukha Temple. Continue through the scenic Aravalli Hills to Udaipur and check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, explore the attractions of Udaipur, often known as the City of Lakes. Visit the grand City Palace, overlooking Lake Pichola, followed by the historic Jagdish Temple. Continue to the landscaped Saheliyon Ki Bari, the Bharatiya Lok Kala Museum, showcasing the folk culture of Rajasthan, and the Crystal Gallery. Later, visit the ancient Eklingji Temple and the historic temples of Nagda, before enjoying an optional boat ride on Lake Pichola, offering views of the Lake Palace and Jag Mandir. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, check out and drive to Chittorgarh to explore India's largest fort complex and a UNESCO World Heritage Site associated with the legends of Maharana Pratap and Rani Padmini. Visit the Vijay Stambh (Victory Tower), Kirti Stambh, Rana Kumbha Palace, Padmini Palace, Meera Temple, Kumbha Shyam Temple, Kalika Mata Temple and the State Archaeological Museum. Later, continue to Udaipur Airport to board your flight to Mumbai. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, explore the highlights of Mumbai. Visit the iconic Gateway of India before taking a boat ride to the Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its rock-cut caves dedicated to Lord Shiva. Continue to the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, showcasing art, archaeology and natural history collections, followed by a drive past the Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan. Later, visit Nariman Point, Marine Drive, Dhobi Ghat, Mani Bhavan and the ISKCON Temple. If time permits, continue to Bandra and Juhu, known for their seafront promenades and celebrity residences. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport to board your flight to Aurangabad. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel before exploring the city's historic landmarks. Visit the imposing Daulatabad Fort, a 14th-century hill fortress renowned for its ingenious defence system, followed by Bibi Ka Maqbara, the 17th-century mausoleum built by Prince Azam Shah in memory of his mother and often referred to as the "Mini Taj of the Deccan." Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

After an early breakfast, proceed for an excursion to the Ajanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site comprising 30 rock-cut Buddhist monasteries and prayer halls dating from the 2nd century BC to the 6th century AD. The caves are celebrated for their remarkably preserved murals, sculptures and ancient frescoes depicting the life and teachings of Buddha. If time permits on the return journey, you may visit Khuldabad, known for the tomb of Emperor Aurangzeb, along with the historic Jami Masjid, Bharat Mata Temple and the remains of Chini Mahal. Return to Aurangabad for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, proceed for an excursion to the Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site comprising 34 rock-cut monasteries and temples representing Buddhism, Hinduism and Jainism. The highlight is the magnificent Kailasa Temple, carved from a single rock and regarded as one of the world's greatest monolithic structures. Later, visit the nearby Grishneshwar Temple, one of the twelve sacred Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, before returning to Aurangabad for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport to board your flight to Goa. Upon arrival, transfer to your beach resort. The remainder of the day is free to relax along Goa's palm-fringed beaches, enjoy the coastal atmosphere or explore nearby cafés and markets at your leisure. Overnight stay at the resort.

After breakfast, explore the historic landmarks of Old Goa. Visit the Basilica of Bom Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site housing the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier, followed by the grand Se Cathedral, one of Asia's largest churches. Continue to the Church of Our Lady of the Rosary, the Convent of St. Monica and Fort Aguada, a 17th-century Portuguese fort overlooking the Arabian Sea. The evening is free to relax at the beach or explore nearby cafés and markets. Overnight stay at the resort.

After breakfast, check out from the resort and transfer to Goa International Airport for your onward journey. Your tour concludes with unforgettable memories of Rajasthan's royal heritage, the magnificent cave monuments of Ajanta and Ellora, the vibrant city of Mumbai and the beautiful beaches and Portuguese heritage of Goa.