Private car round trip: Delhi - Agra - Bharatpur - Ranthambore - Jaipur - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Goa - Delhi
1. Day: Delhi
Upon arrival in Delhi welcomed by one of our local staff and transfer to hotel.

2. Day: Explore! Delhi
Morning & Afternoon: City tour Old and New Delhi

In the morning proceed freshly invigorated towards the city tour of Delhi.
Delhi: In the capital city of India, the new and old India unites in a unique way.
New Delhi, laid out symmetrically as a garden city in 1931 by British architects, is become apparent in a magnanimous, west oriented style with large shopping areas, luxury hotels, villas and diplomatic districts.
In Old Delhi, however, burgeoned the splendor of the Orient. The loud, colorful streets invite you to stroll through the bazaars, and behind the old walls, the centuries-old palaces, temples and art treasures await your visit.

In the old city of Delhi, you will visit the majestic Jami Masjid, the largest mosque in India. You will have the rickshaw (rickshaw) ride through the bazaars in the narrow alleys of the old oriental city. Visit the memorial of Mahatama Gandhi. In the colonial part of New Delhi you will see the government buildings with the President's Palace and India Gate. Then stand the Qutub Minaret (symbol of the city of Delhi from the 12th century) and the tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun in the program. At last visit the Akshardham Temple, one of the biggest and most beautiful temples of north India.
Overnight stay in Delhi.

3. Day: From Delhi to Agra
Morning; Drive on to Agra. En route visit Sikandra, tomb of Mughal emperor Akbar
Afternoon; Sightseeing of Agra

Sikandra: About 12 km from Agra situated the impressive tomb of the mighty ruler Akbar. Situated in a spacious park landscape, the red sandstone structure with white marble decorations combines Hindu, Islamic, Buddhist and Christian art and architectural styles, thus bear witness to the tolerance and extraversion of Akbar.

Agra: Here you will find the highlight of your North India tour: The visit of the world famous Taj Mahal. The beyond comparison perfection and beauty of this "dearest proof of love ever" shines even today in white marble. A mausoleum erected by mughal emperor Shah Jahan in 1631 for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. 20,000 workers built it in 22 years: A dream in white marble, which rises in perfect proportion in an elegant garden of fountains. The magisterial architecture and the sumptuous inlays of semi-precious gemstones will amaze you. Agra, between 16th and 17th century, was the main city of Indian Mughal Empire. The "Red Fort", that you visit ongoing, bear witness to this golden age. Mughal era was so glorious that at the time of Mughal rule, especially during the reign of mughal emperor Akbar, gross domestic product (GDP) of India was considered to be the highest in the whole world. The unity between Hindus and Muslims was at its peak. With its audience halls, its beautiful gardens and opulent mosques, Agra fort is counted amongst the most beautiful fortresses in India. The construction of the massive Agra Fort was started in 1565 as a defence work and seat of government. Over time, however, it was rebuilt, more and more to the palace, wherefore the completion lasted almost 90 years.

4. Day: From Agra to Keoladeo National Park to Ranthambore National Park
Morning: Drive to Ranthambore National Park. En route visit to the "ghost town" of Fatehpur Sikri and Keoladeo National Park
Evening: After arriving in Ranthambore, transfer to hotel

Fatehpur Sikri: Approx. 40 km from Agra, you will visit the famous ghost town of Fatehpur Sikri. Built in 1569 by Mughal emperor Akbar, but was abandoned after 15 years due to water shortage. The red, well-preserved sandstones buildings are amongst the most important examples of Mughal architecture. Today, you can stroll, just as four hundred years ago, through an intact, lordly city: Multi-storey palaces, gardens and a marketplace, a waterworks, countless covered corridors, staircases and terraces. They are testimony to the architectural masterpiece of Akbar. The lost city unites two contrasts: the figurative architecture of the Hindus and the geometric architecture of Islam.

The Keoladeo National Park, which is located 55 km west of Agra in the state of Rajasthan, is also known as Ghana Bird Sanctuary Gahna. It was declared in 1985 by UNESCO as the world natural heritage. The National Park was earlier the hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Bharatpur, especially the duck hunting. In the large 29 sq km area, in total over 364 species of birds are observed. In winter season the birds hibernate in the park include cranes, pelicans, geese, ducks and eagles. In summer, you see partridges, peacocks, storks, cormorants and innumerable other species of birds. A very special visitor to the national park is the Siberian crane. This species is threatened with extinction. The stock of Siberian cranes has fallen from 100 in 1976 to 5.

Drive on to Ranthambore. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

5. Day: Safari in Ranthambore National Park
Early Morning at 6.00 a.m. and Afternoon at 14.15 safari to the Ranthambore National Park with a naturalist. Full meals will be served in the hotel.

Ranthambore National Park: Located near the town of Sawai Madhopur, on the midway between Bharatpur and Kota, the Ranthambore National Park is a prime example of the tiger conservation project in Rajasthan. Sadly, anon the program turned into the complete failure, because the government officials were involved in this park in Tiger poaching for the Chinese pharmaceutical trade. Experts estimate that now the tiger population fell to 15 animals here, although the official figure still speaks of 22 tigers. Few years ago they were 44. There is still the very good opportunity to see Tiger, but you should plan two to three safaris. The park covers about 400 square kilometers and its landscape is very beautiful. A network of lakes and rivers are fringed by steep, high cliffs. And on one of these cliffs lsituated the massive, well-preserved fortress of Ranthambore, which was built in the 10th Century AD. The fort is definitely worth a visit, and from its ramparts one has a magnificent view over the national park. Ranthambhore national park served earlier as the hunting grounds of the former Maharajas.

6. Day: From Ranthambore to Jaipur
Early Morning safari to the Ranthambore National Park with a naturalist.
Forenoon: visit to Ranthambore fortress
Afternoon: After lunch drive on to Jaipur. Arrival and transfer to hotel.

7. Day: Explore! Jaipur
Morning: Tour of Amber Fort including Elephant ride / Jeep Tour
Afternoon; Sightseeing of Jaipur

Today you can anticipate the wonderful trip to the magnificent and majestic Amber Fort. On an elephant back or by jeep - you crest the sloping path to the fortress, hear their story and see the beautifully decorated mirror pavilions and halls during the extensive tour. From the galleries and terraces, you have a wonderful panoramic view over the valley and the mountains of the Aravalli range.

In the afternoon you will visit Jaipur. In the year 1727 Raja Jai Singh II began with the construction of this extraordinary city of India. The city of Jaipur was laid out on the basis of an ancient Hindu treatise in accordance with the regular grid network principle created with fine, uniformly designed buildings.

The streets were each allocated to different professional groups such as the potters, the weavers, the dyers, the jewelers and bankers. You will visit the City Palace, even today home of the local Maharaja, and can admire in the museum the private collections of historical miniatures, carpets, weapons, showy clothes. The Palace of Winds (Hawa Mahal) with its unique facade belongs to the tourist highlights. Besides, you will also visit Jantar Mantar, the very interesting observatory from the 17th century. Your tour guide will explain the preserved site, astronomical instruments of the observatory.

In a rickshaw ride you will experience up close the colorful goings-on in the glittering bazaars of the old town.

8. Day: From Jaipur to Jodhpur
Morning: Drive on to Jodhpur
Afternoon: Sightseeing of Jodhpur

Jodhpur: Here you can visit the titular tombs Jaswant Tada and the mighty Mehrangarh Fort, the fortified palace complex enthrones majestically on a 125 m high cliff above the town. Within the fort, which still belongs to the Maharaja of Jodhpur, there is a whole series of spacious courtyards and palaces with lattice windows and balconies, which were carved from red sandstone with very fine details. In the former premises of the Maharaja is now an interesting display of weapons, miniature paintings, musical instruments, costumes, etc. to see.

9. Day: From Jodhpur to Ranakpur to Udaipur
Morning: Drive on to Udaipur, on the way visit the Jain temples of Ranakpur
Evening: Drive on to the hotel in Udaipur

Ranakpur: The prodigious temple complex is a highlight of the Jain architecture. The construction of the temple was started here in the 16th century from a donation and foundation by a merchant. And after the 60 years of building one of the most beautiful temples built in Rajasthan. The main temple with 29 geometrically arranged halls covering the vast area of 3716 mē, supported by 1444 pillars. In addition, the unique sun light behavior gives the interior an aura that almost no visitor can elude.

10. Day: Explore! Udaipur
Morning: Sightseeing of Udaipur
Afternoon: Boat ride on Lake Pichola
Evening: Time at Leisure

Udaipur: The old city is surrounded by a city wall. Through seven gates, you can get inside. At the time your scouting expedition, you will see the City Palace with Museum. In the palace rooms, the famous "peacock mosaics" can be seen, as well as beautiful inlay work with tiny mirrors. The Jagdish Temple is located near the palace and was built in 1651 in the Indo-Aryan style. Udaipur is a bustling city with many small bazaars. Its fun to stroll around the city and to go on a scouting expedition. The unmitigated splendor of this city can be enjoyed in the afternoon with a boat ride across the artificial Lake Pichola. It is over 4 km and 3 km wide. The island in the south is home to the 17th Century built Jag Mandir Palace, the northern island that was built in 1757 as Jag Niwas Palace is now the famous Lake Palace Luxury Hotel. To moviegoers and television viewers, the sight is perhaps known from the movies "Tiger of Eschnapur" and James Bond's "Octopussy", which have been filmed here.

11. Day: Flight from Udaipur to Goa via Mumbai
Morning: Transfer to airport for flight to Goa

After arrival, transfer to hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.

12. to 15. Day: Relax at Goa
Enjoy five nights at the beach resort of Goa

16. Day: Final stop: Flight from Goa to Delhi
Afternoon transfer to airport for flight to Delhi. After arrival in Delhi, transfer to international airport for onward journey