Christel House International
A&K India, Suite # 506, Copia Corporate Suites, Jasola District Centre, New Delhi – 110 025, (India) Tel: +91 11 4600 1600, Fax: +91 11 4600 1710, e-mail: info@abercrombiekent.co.in • www.akdmc.com Page 1 of 5
SatFebruary 24 Sat,
Visit Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and then drive to Jaipur
Drive to Jaipur (approx. 145miles/ approx. 5 hours). Lunch will be arranged at Laxmi Vilas Palace in Bharatpur. Continue your drive to Jaipur and on arrival check-in at Jai Mahal Palace. Dinner: at the hotel - own arrangements. Overnight: Jai Mahal Palace, Jaipur Sun, February 25 Jaipur It took 22 years to be completed and was designed and planned by a Persian architect Breakfast at the hotel. Jaipur: The city was first intended to be called ‘Sawai Jaipur’, named after the boy Prince who commissioned it - Maharaja Jai Singh II - a warrior, astronomer and politician who reigned over the Mughals from 1699 to 1743. Today's Jaipur is pink, visually described as the city shaded with the autumn colors of sunset. Although originally the walls were render set and pigmented the color of red sandstone, Jaipur's universal coat of pink only came in 1876 to coincide with the visit of the Prince of Wales (King Edward VII). Almost the entire city was given a coat of pink paint, thus giving it the name the ‘Pink City’. This morning visit City Palace, as described by some writers “spectacular synthesis of Rajput and Mughal architecture”. Visit the palace museum that has a superb collection of Rajasthani costumes, armory of Mughal and Rajput weaponry. The museum also has an art gallery with an excellent collection of miniature paintings, carpets, royal paraphernalia and rare astronomical works that were acquired by Sawai Jai Singh II in order to fulfill his passion for astronomy. Also visit Jantar Mantar Observatory built between 1728 and 1734 – it houses precise instruments for measuring the harmony of heavens each instrument serves a particular function and gives an accurate reading. Photo stop at Hawa Mahal also known as the "Palace of the Winds." This beautiful façade is probably the most-photographed in Jaipur, with its ornately carved windows designed so the ladies of the palace could look out onto the streets unobserved. Lunch: at the hotel – own arrangements. Rest of the afternoon is at leisure at the hotel. This evening witness sound & light show at Amber Fort. Tour the chambers and hallways of the palace. Amber Fort is famous for the excellence of its design and decoration. Within the complex is Ganesh Pol, an imposing gateway painted with the images of the elephant-headed god, Ganesh. The merging of Rajput and Mughal architectural styles is captured in the Sukh Niwas and Jas Mandir apartments, and the Charbagh garden with its perfectly proportioned landscaping. Pierced screen windows offer views from different vantage points & shimmering mirrors encrust walls of Sheesh Mahal. Dinner: at 1135 AD, Amber Fort. Overnight: Jai Mahal Palace, Jaipur A&K India, Suite # 506, Copia Corporate Suites, Jasola District Centre, New Delhi – 110 025, (India) Tel: +91 11 4600 1600, Fax: +91 11 4600 1710, e-mail: info@abercrombiekent.co.in • www.akdmc.com Page 2 of 5
Mon, February 26
Fly to Udaipur
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Jaipur airport in time for your flight to Udaipur – Departure: Jaipur Arrive: Udaipur
at 08:35 at 09:30
by Spice Jet SG 2623
On arrival an A&K representative will meet you at the airport and escort you to Eklingji temple. Eklingi, believed to be the Ruling deity of the once Princely State of Mewar. The beautifully sculpted temple complex includes 108 temples and the main temple dates to the 15th century. Later check-in at your hotel - Fateh Garh. Lunch at the hotel - own arrangements. Udaipur, the city combines real beauty with a picturesque association of a great and glorious past. It stands in a valley, amidst green hills on the banks of the wide, steel blue Lake Pichola. On little islands in the lake, from the water's edge, rising marble palaces of pure white that glistens like fairy castles. Crowning the ridge in which the city clusters, along the shore of the lake is the palace of the Maharana. Possibly no city in Rajasthan is quite as romantic as Udaipur and is replete with fantastic hill top fortresses, exotic fairy tale palaces and gripping legends of medieval chivalry and heroism. Dinner: at the hotel’s Baradari, Indian & Continental cuisine. Overnight: Fateh Garh, Udaipur Tue, February 27
Udaipur
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning visit City Palace, a conglomeration of buildings added by various Maharanas, the palace manages to retain a surprising uniformity of design. The entrance is through Hathii Pol (elephant gate) along the main street of the old city, past the Jagdish Temple. The paintings, mosaics, intricately carved ‘chhatris’ and of course the architecturally brilliant facade all contribute in making a visit to the City Palace a truly memorable experience. Continue to Crystal Gallery that houses a rare collection of Osler's crystal ordered from England by Maharana Sajjan Singh in 1877. Culminate the tour at the Maharana’s Vintage & Classic car collection. On display are the magnificent Rolls Royce, 1939 Cadillac open convertibles, rare Mercedes models, 1936 Vauxhall among others. Lunch at a local restaurant – Royal Repast. Udaipur, also known as the ‘City of Lakes’ is like the oasis of the Thar desert. The many lakes in the city have lent it the name of ‘Venice of the East’. And what better to admire the regal beauty of this historic city dotted with palaces than a boat cruise. Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola with the setting sun making the experience ever so magical. Dinner: at the hotel – own arrangements. Overnight: Fateh Garh, Udaipur A&K India, Suite # 506, Copia Corporate Suites, Jasola District Centre, New Delhi – 110 025, (India) Tel: +91 11 4600 1600, Fax: +91 11 4600 1710, e-mail: info@abercrombiekent.co.in • www.akdmc.com Page 3 of 5
Wed, February 28
Fly to Delhi
Breakfast at the hotel. The morning is at leisure to enjoy the hotel spa, pool etc. Post lunch we drive to Udaipur airport in time for your flight to Delhi Departure: Udaipur Arrive: Delhi
at 14:10 at 15:20
by Indigo 6E 747
On arrival an A&K representative will meet you at the airport and escort you to JW Marriott aerocity where rooms will be reserved until your international departure. In time for your homebound flight, you will be escorted back to the airport and assisted with check-in formalities. ---
A&K India, Suite # 506, Copia Corporate Suites, Jasola District Centre, New Delhi – 110 025, (India) Tel: +91 11 4600 1600, Fax: +91 11 4600 1710, e-mail: info@abercrombiekent.co.in • www.akdmc.com Page 4 of 5
Cost in US Dollars - All prices are net non-commissionable payable to A&K India Per person land cost on twin sharing basis Single room supplement
USD 2,150 USD 665
The land cost is based on the following hotels Day Feb 24 - 26, 2018 Feb 26 - 28, 2018 Feb 28, 2018
City Jaipur Udaipur Delhi
Hotel Name Jai Mahal Palace Fateh Garh JW Marriott Aerocity
Room Category Luxury Room Renaissance Room Deluxe Room
The Land cost includes –
Accommodation for 5 nights on Bed & Breakfast basis. Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (Buffet / Set Menu) - two lunches & two dinners. Domestic airfare in economy class. Air-conditioned Volvo bus. Complimentary mineral water & wet wipes. Services of A&K Tour Director from Agra till departure from Delhi. Assistance of A&K representative at airport. Entrance fee to monuments (1 visit). Government Taxes.
The land cost excludes –
Expenses of personal nature (like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls etc.). Beverages (alcoholic / non – alcoholic) and meals that are not included. Domestic and international flights and airport taxes. India Visa Fee & Travel Insurance.
A&K India, Suite # 506, Copia Corporate Suites, Jasola District Centre, New Delhi – 110 025, (India) Tel: +91 11 4600 1600, Fax: +91 11 4600 1710, e-mail: info@abercrombiekent.co.in • www.akdmc.com Page 5 of 5