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India: Best of India

India: Best of India

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Discover the vibrant culture and rich history of India with our Best of India tour. From the bustling city of Delhi to the serene lakes of Udaipur, this 14-day journey will take you through iconic destinations such as Jodhpur, Pushkar, and Agra. Immerse yourself in the beauty and diversity of India's top attractions with expert guides and comfortable accommodations. Book now and experience the best India has to offer!

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Itinerary at a glance 

Day 1: Arrive Delhi

  • Arrive Delhi 
  • Meet & Greet 
  • Proceed to your hotel [Standard check-in at 1400 Hrs] 
  • Rest of the day at leisure 
  • Lunch and dinner on own expense 
  • Overnight at Hotel 
  • Included Meals: None

Day 2: Delhi

  • Breakfast at the hotel 
  • Morning tour of Old Delhi including a drive past the Red Fort, a visit to Jama Masjid, a bicycle rickshaw ride through the old city and a visit to Raj Ghat 
  • Lunch on own expense 
  • Afternoon explore New Delhi including a panoramic drive through Lutyen’s Delhi, a photo stop at India Gate and Amar Jawan Jyoti 
  • Continue with a drive past the Secretariat, Rashtrapati Bhawan, Rajpath and Government Buildings 
  • Continue touring and a visit to Humayun’s Tomb and Qutab Minar 
  • Evening visit a Fab India showroom 
  • Buffet / set menu dinner at the hotel 
  • Overnight at Hotel 
  • Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner 

Day 3: Delhi - Udaipur

  • Breakfast at the hotel 
  • Lunch on own expense 
  • 1030 Hrs: Transfer to the airport 
  • Fly Delhi / Udaipur AI 471 (1320/1435 Hrs) 
  • Arrive Udaipur and proceed to your hotel 
  • Buffet / set menu dinner at the hotel 
  • Overnight at Hotel 
  • Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner 

Day 4: Udaipur

  • Breakfast at the hotel 
  • Morning visit the Jagdish Temple 
  • Continue and explore the city including a visit to the City Palace and its museum followed by a boat ride on Lake Pichola 
  • Lunch on own expense 
  • Continue to Sahelion ki Bari 
  • Buffet / set menu dinner at the hotel 
  • Overnight at Hotel 
  • Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner 

Day 5: Udaipur - Jodhpur

  • Breakfast at the hotel 
  • Drive to Jodhpur – Approximately 6 hrs driving time 
  • En route visit the Ranakpur temple complex 
  • Lunch on own expense 
  • Continue to Jodhpur  
  • Arrive and proceed to your hotel 
  • Buffet / set menu dinner at the hotel 
  • Overnight at Hotel 
  • Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner 

Day 6: Jodhpur

  • Breakfast at the hotel 
  • Morning visit Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada 
  • Lunch on own expense 
  • Afternoon visit the local bazaars 
  • Buffet / set menu dinner at the hotel 
  • Overnight at Hotel 
  • Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner 

Day 7: Jodhpur - Pushkar

  • Breakfast at the hotel 
  • Drive to Pushkar – Approximately 4 hrs driving time 
  • Arrive and proceed to your hotel 
  • Lunch on own expense 
  • Afternoon explore the area including a walking tour of the Holy City of the God, Brahma, visit the Pushkar Lake and Brahma Temple 
  • Witness the evening prayer ceremony on the banks of the Pushkar Lake 
  • Buffet / set menu dinner at the hotel 
  • Overnight at Hotel 
  • Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner 

Day 8: Pushkar - Jairpur

  • Breakfast at the hotel 
  • Drive to Jaipur – Approximately 3 hrs driving time 
  • Arrive and proceed to your hotel 
  • Lunch on own expense 
  • Rest of the day is at leisure 
  • Buffet / set menu dinner at the hotel 
  • Overnight at Hotel 
  • Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner 

Day 9: Jairpur

  • Breakfast at the hotel 
  • Morning visit Amber Fort with Jeep ride to the top of the fort 
  • Lunch on own expense 
  • Afternoon explore the city including a photo stop at the Palace of Winds (Hawa Mahal), a visit to the City Palace, museum and the Observatory (Jantar Mantar) 
  • Buffet / set menu dinner at the hotel 
  • Overnight at Hotel 
  • Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner 

Day 10: Jairpur - Ranthambore

  • Breakfast at the hotel 
  • Drive to Ranthambore – Approximately 4 hrs driving time 
  • Arrive and proceed to your hotel 
  • Buffet / set menu lunch at the hotel 
  • Afternoon visit to the Ranthambore Fort 
  • Buffet / set menu dinner at the hotel 
  • Overnight at Hotel 
  • Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Day 11: Ranthambore

  • Early morning Jungle Safari in a sharing jeep – Duration of approximately 3 hrs 
  • Return to the hotel for breakfast 
  • Buffet / set menu lunch at the hotel 
  • Afternoon Safari in a sharing jeep – Duration of approximately 3 hrs 
  • Dinner at the hotel 
  • Overnight at Hotel 
  • Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Day 12: Ranthambore - Agra

  • Breakfast at the hotel 
  • Transfer to railway station 
  • Board Jan Shatabdi Express to Bharatpur (0705 / 0923) 
  • Arrive Bharatpur and proceed to Agra 
  • En route visit Fatehpur Sikri 
  • Lunch on own expense 
  • Arrive and proceed to your hotel 
  • Buffet / set menu dinner at the hotel 
  • Overnight at Hotel 
  • Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner 

Day 13: Agra - Delhi

  • Breakfast at the hotel 
  • Early morning visit Taj Mahal during Sunset 
  • Morning visit the Agra Fort 
  • Lunch on own expense 
  • Drive to Delhi – Approximately 5 hrs driving time 
  • Arrive and in time transfer to the international airport for your flight to onward destination. 

Day 14: Delhi Depart

  • Fly onwards  [flight details to be advised] 
  • Hotel Accommodation: None 

Important Information

Notes

  • The itinerary is based on scheduled flights, the schedule of which could change without notice 
  • Check in and check out times are 1400 hrs and 1200 hrs respectively 
  • There is limited availability of twin bedded rooms at some hotels 
  • Boat ride on Lake Pichola is subject to the level of water in the lake which is dependent on the monsoon 
  • Elephant ride at Amber Fort; Jaipur is subject to availability and does not operate during certain Hindu festivals eg. Holi, Navratri, Dushera and Diwali 
  • Sunrise and sunset visits to the Taj Mahal are subject to prevailing weather conditions 
  • Ranthambore National Park is closed during the monsoon i.e. 1 July – 30 September 
  • Train bookings opens 120 days prior to the departure date and are booked and issued against passport details only 
  • Game drives at the Ranthambore National Park Reserve are controlled by the Forest Department and are subject to availability and their rules and regulations. 
  • Game drive bookings are made in advance against scanned copies of the travelers  
  • Game zones are decided a day prior by the Forest Department 
  • Vehicles to be provided for Game Drives (Canters / Jeeps) are allocated at the discretion of the Forest Department 
  • Train bookings opens 120 days prior to the departure date and are booked and issued against passport details only 
  • The order of the touring may vary at the time of operation. 
  • Travel times indicated may vary due to traffic conditions 
  • VIP movement may restrict touring and sightseeing without any prior notice 
  • Flights suggested are picked at random. Actual flights will depend upon firm dates 
  • All passengers are to report at the airport at least two hours prior to the domestic flight departure time. 
  • All passengers are to report at the airport at least three hours prior to the international flight departure time. 

Meal

  • Buffet breakfast would be served at the Coffee Shop 
  • Included meals would either be Buffet or Set Menu. No a la carte meals would be served 
  • No room service meals are included 

Temple Visit

  • Temples have specific timings for visitors 
  • Most temples are closed between 1200 – 1600/1700 hrs 
  • Non – Hindus / Non – Orthodox Hindus are barred from entering the Inner Sanctum of a majority of temples 
  • Some temples allow Non – Hindus to enter the temple complex but have certain restricted areas. 
  • Some temples do not allow Non-Hindus to enter the temple complex but allow viewing from a designated platform 
  • Proper attire is required to visit the sacred sites. Shorts and short skirts are not allowed. Women must have their shoulders covered. Shoes must be removed prior to entering the temples. We suggest bringing along a pair of thick socks because the pavement may be hot.  
  • Prior consumption of alcohol before a visit to a temple is strictly prohibited 

Visa/Entry Permit

  • All visitors coming to India should have a valid passport and an Indian visa prior to arrival. Please ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your expected date of return from India.
  • Your passport should have at least two blank pages that could be used for stamping by the Immigration Officer. Additionally if you are planning to visit restricted areas like in Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands etc., the visa must also include permission to visit these places.
  • Tourist e-Visa (valid for 60 days) is available for more than 150 nationalities, so you can also check if you are eligible for that. e-Visa charges vary between USD 10 – USD 35 depending on the traveling period & duration. If you were planning a longer visit, then a standard six-month tourist visa would be required.
  • Visa / Entry Permit is subject to change and depends on the Government policy. Our team will provide you with the exact details on your query about this important & crucial aspect of your travel.

Dos and Don'ts

  • The traditional way of greeting and bidding farewell to anyone is by saying ‘Namaste’.
  • Elders should be treated with respect.
  • Public displays of affection is discouraged, though holding hands is still acceptable.
  • Women in particular should dress modestly and avoid low-cut tops, shorts and skirts above knee-length.
  • Remian conscious & careful of how different gender and relationships may impact interactions.
  • Take photographs of people or objects only after receiving permission.
  • When visiting any religious building or entering an Indian home remove the footwear outside.
  • Only eat food with the right hand as eating with left hand is considered unclean. However, one can use the left hand for holding utensils and cutlery.
  • Feet and shoes are considered dirty so dont step on any person as it is condidered disrespectful.
  • Don’t encourage beggars by giving them money. If you want to help then you can do so by reaching out to approved charities.
  • Most Indians tend to engage in friendly banter and light teasing and it is not a mark of disrespect so you can enjoy a light-hearted sense of humour.