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Day 09 : Khimsar - Jodhpur (90 kms)
Morning visit the nearby medieval town of Nagaur, which possesses a fine 11th century mosque and fort. These monuments boast numerous relics from the days of the Great Emperor Akbar. Continue your drive to Jodhpur and upon arrival check into Hotel Umaid Bhawan Palace, a vast building where the Maharaja still maintains his residence.

Afternoon visit to the magnificent Mehrangarh Fort (that reflects the city's glorious and troubled past), Jaswant Thada (the cenotaphs of the former rulers of Marwar) and Mandore (the ancient capital of the state of Marwar). Overnight at the hotel.

Day 10 : Jodhpur - Roopangarh (260 Kms)
Drive to Roopangarh via Ajmer to the excellently converted Roopangarh Fort for one night. Situated in the heart of Rajasthan, it is a very impressive building, built in 1653 as the capital for the Maharajas of Kishangarh

Day 11 : Roopangarh - Samode (170 Kms)
Morning drive to the wonderful village of Samode situated on the outskirts of Jaipur. Stay one night at the exquisitely converted Samode Palace/ Samode Bagh (in luxurious tents in beautiful gardens). Afternoon free to explore the nearby village on camel back. Over night at the hotel.

Day 12 : Samode - Jaipur (45kms)
Morning drive to Jaipur, en route visiting Amber Fort (located on a hill overlooking the Maota Lake). You will climb to the fort on gaily-caparisoned elephants. It is a stunning example of Rajput architecture. Upon arrival, check into the glorious Rambagh Palace for two Nights. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 13 : Jaipur
Morning city tour of Jaipur, popularly known as " The Pink City of Rajasthan". Visit the Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds), which is an elaborate façade behind which ladies of the court used to observe life going on in the streets below. Also visit the City Palace, a wonderful blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture where the present Maharaja still resides. Also visit the Museum, which houses a rare collection of manuscripts, paintings, carpets and armory. Explore the Jantar Mantar, the observatory built by Sawai Jai Singh in 1728. It is the best preserved amongst five observatories built by him. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 14 : Jaipur - Agra (232kms)
Morning drive to Agra en route visiting the deserted Red Sandstone City of Fatehpur Sikri, built by Mughal Emperor Akbar as his capital but abandoned soon after. Upon arrival, check into Hotel Amar Vilas or Taj View.

Evening visit to the Taj Mahal at sunset. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 15 : Agra- Delhi (205 kms)
Morning visit to the imposing Agra Fort and Itimad-Ud-Daulah, otherwise known as the 'Baby Taj', across the river Yamuna. Afternoon drive to Delhi en route visiting the Sikandra; Akbars stunning mausoleum. Continue your drive to Delhi and transfer to the international airport in time to board flight for onward destination.

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