Day 1 Depart the UKToday fly from the UK to Delhi using the services of British
Airways. (N)
Day 2 Arrive DelhiArrive into Delhi where you will be met and transferred to your hotel
for a two night stay. Delhi is India's capital and one of the largest cities in Asia. Old Delhi
was seat of Muslim India from the 17th to the 19th centuries and is home to a number of
significant mosques, forts and monuments. In contrast, New Delhi, with its grand
government buildings, pretty tree-lined avenues and historic white-washed bungalows,
was built by the British during the 1930s and remains the epicentre of Indian political
power. (B)
Accommodation in Delhi: Dharampura Haveli (or similar)
Day 3 DelhiAfter breakfast commence a morning tour of Old Delhi with your guide to
explore the area's dense network of bustling alleyways, homes, bazaars and mosques,
visiting famous Chandni Chowk market, the beautiful Jama Masjid, Red Fort and
Rajghat. In the afternoon continue to New Delhi which was designed by Sir Edwin
Lutyens and is home to Rashtrapati Bhawan, the official residence of the Indian
President, Rajpath and India Gate. This evening enjoy a three hour food walk through
the heart of historic Shahjahanabad to sample authentic Old Delhi street-food. (B)
Accommodation in Delhi: Dharampura Haveli (or similar)
Day 4 Delhi to Agra – by trainThis morning travel by train from Delhi to Agra and stay
overnight. Agra was one of the world's most important cities and later today visit the
imposing Agra Fort, established by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1565, and the tomb of
Itmad-ud-Daula. In the afternoon make your way to the Taj Mahal, arguably the greatest
monument to love, built by Shah Jahan as a memorial to his wife Mumtaz. Agra has a
distinct food culture and, in the evening, head to Kinari Bazaar, MG Road, Sadar
Bazaar to try the best of the city’s street-food. (B)
Accommodation in Agra: ITC Mughal Hotel (or similar)
Day 5 Agra to Jaipur – 230kms via Fatehpur Sikri and AbhaneriLeaving Agra, visit
Fatehpur Sikri, once the capital of the Mughal Emperor Akbar and, afterwards, visit
Abhaneri which is home to the 8th century Chand Baori – the deepest step-well in the
world. From here continue by road to Jaipur for a two night stay at Dera Mandawa.

Planned by Maharaja Jai Singh II in 1727, Jaipur is a vibrant city of bazaars, palaces,
havelis and forts. Accompanied by one of the Dera Mandawa staff, this afternoon head
to the local market to buy vegetables and spices. Return to the hotel for a cooking
demonstration and lesson then eat the dishes you have prepared later for dinner. (B/D)
Accommodation in Jaipur: Dera Mandawa (or similar)
Day 6 JaipurThis morning drive outside of Jaipur to Amber Fort which occupies a
dramatic setting high on a ridge above the rugged hills. A Rajput capital for over 700
years, there is plenty to explore here from courtyard gardens and small temples to the
private chambers of the Maharaja. In the afternoon return to Jaipur to visit the superb
City Palace complex including the beautiful Peacock Gate and famous Hawa Mahal.
The Hawa Mahal will be the starting point for a two hour food walk through the lanes of
the old city where you will have the opportunity to try a selection of vegetarian and non-
vegetarian dishes. (B)
Accommodation in Jaipur: Dera Mandawa (or similar)
Day 7 Jaipur to Rohet – 340kmsToday drive to Rohet Garh a 16th century fortified
home situated on the edge of the Great Thar Desert. Just 40kms south of Jodhpur, this
lovely property is very much a family concern and is a place of great charm, character
and history. In the afternoon enjoy a village jeep safari visiting the local Bishnoi tribal
villages and farming communities then return to hotel for a cookery lesson with the chef.
(B/D)
Accommodation in Rohet: Rohet Garh
Day 8 Rohet – visit JodhpurAfter breakfast leave Rohet and spend the day in the
charming ‘blue city’ of Jodhpur. Start your day at the Meherangarh Fort then head to the
old city where you will have an opportunity to visit the local dairy market. Known as
‘chavate’, this is the best place to find milk, cheese, mawa and other dairy products.
Meet local shopkeepers and sample some of the popular sweets of Jodhpur including
gulab jamun and mave ki kachori. Also visit the vibrant bazaar including the grain
market and the fresh vegetable market. Return to Rohet in the afternoon. (B)
Accommodation in Rohet: Rohet Garh
Day 9 Rohet to Ranakpur – 140kmsToday leave Rohet and drive to Ranakpur where
you will stay overnight at the Ranakpur Camel Lodge which is located at the LPPS
Camel Conservation Centre. This afternoon visit the nearby Jain temples which are
beautifully preserved and are renowned for their intricate carvings and architecture. The
most prominent temple, built in 1439, is the Adinatha which is symmetrically planned
around the central shrine and has numerous spires, gateways and porches. Dedicated
to the first Tirthankar, the sanctuary includes 1,144 engraved pillars, each one unique,
intricately carved ceilings and arches as well as images of Jain saints and their lives,
which is a sight to behold. (B/L/D)
Accommodation in Ranakpur: Ranakpur Camel Lodge

Day 10 Ranakpur to Udaipur – 100kmsEarly this morning visit the LPPS Camel
Conservation Centre. See the camels being milked, the milk being delivered to the dairy
and learn how it is processed. The camels are not kept on the farm as they are nomadic
but a visit will be arranged for you to see them which will include a drink of camel milk or
camel milk tea. After a ‘camel herder's lunch’ drive to Udaipur where you will stay for
two nights. With its white marble palaces, languid deep blue lakes, well-tended gardens
and back-drop of endless green hills, Udaipur is one of Rajasthan's most attractive
cities. (B)
Accommodation in Udaipur: Jagat Niwas Palace Hotel (or similar)
Day 11 UdaipurAfter breakfast visit the City Palace, an impressive complex which
overlooks Lake Pichola and is still the home of the Maharaja of Udaipur. Places of
interest here include the Mor Chowk court, Manak Mahal, Chini ki Chitra Mahal and the
Queen's Palace. Also visit neighbouring Fateh Prakash Palace and its unique Crystal
Gallery and Durbar Hall. From the City Palace, return on foot to the old town, visit
Jagdish Mandir temple and end the day with a sunset cruise on Lake Pichola. (B)
Accommodation in Udaipur: Jagat Niwas Palace Hotel (or similar)
Day 12 Udaipur to Mumbai – by airThis morning transfer to Udaipur Airport in good time
to catch your flight to Mumbai. On arrival you will be met and taken to your hotel for a
two night stay. One of the world’s great cities, Mumbai has grown from a small group of
islands to India’s economic powerhouse and gateway to the world. The remainder of the
day will be at leisure to explore the city under your own arrangements. (B)
Accommodation in Mumbai: Abode Hotel (or similar)
Day 13 MumbaiToday explore the city with your guide. Close by is the Gateway of India,
built to commemorate the visit of King George V in 1911 and the excellent Prince of
Wales Museum. From here stroll through the historic Colaba district to admire the
impressive Gothic Victorian architecture then head to Church Gate Railway Station
where, on a weekday, 5,000 dabbawalas deliver a staggering 175,000 to 200,000 tiffin
lunches to Mumbai's office workers. In the afternoon continue to Malabar Hill for far-
reaching views over the city then end the day at the colourful Dhobi ghats where
traditional laundryman collect, wash and return the city's linen. (B)
Accommodation in Mumbai: Abode Hotel (or similar)
Day 14 Mumbai to the UKTransfer back to Mumbai Airport to catch the British Airways
flight non-stop to the UK. (B)