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DELHI >> SAMODE >> SAMODE >> JAIPUR >> BUNDI >> RANTHAMBORE >> AGRA >> BHARATPUR >> FATEHPUR SIKRI >> DELHI

DAY 01 : ARRIVE DELHI
Meeting assistance upon arrival And transfer to the hotel. Leave for an afternoon sight-seeing tour of old and new delhi.
Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 02 : DELHI - SAMODE
Today morning we leave after breakfast for Samode . Upon arrival checkin at Samode Palace. Samode Palace is one of India's most charming and romantic hotels. If offers a quiet, elegant and luxurious atmosphere. The Palace has been meticulously restored offering a retreat into an aesthetically beautifully environment where visitors can enjoy India's natural beauty and rich history.
Samode palace was transformed into one the country's premium palace hotels in 1987, and is a perfect example of Rajput-Moghul architecture. The Palace is built on a small hillock and planned in a progression of countryards of increasing height. Nestles among the 'Aravali ranges' -(a very old formation of banded gneiss dating back to some 3 thousand million years). The Samode Palace comes into view like a mirage rising above cobbled streets and stone houses of the village of samode.
Samode according to the Rajputana Gazetteer of 1879 was a large and flourishing town. The Zamidars (landlords) of Samode the principal thakurs of the state of Amber were the Nathawat clan from Chomu, a branch of the house of Amber, tracing their relation to the Jaipur Maharaja the fabled Prithviraj Singhji the 17th Prince of the house of Kacchwaha Rajputs.
Overnight at the Palace.

DAY 03 : Painting in Samode

DAY 04 : Visit Samode village for painting

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DAY 05 : SAMODE - JAIPUR
Today morning we start our journey for Jaipur, popularly known as the Pink City, was built in 1727 AD by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. Designed in accordance with Shilp Shastra - an ancient Hindu treatise on architecture - Jaipur follows a grid system. On our way we visit the Amber Fort in the Aravali Hills, which is a super example of Rajput (Medieval Hindu) style architecture. A slow elephant ride takes us to the top of the Fort, which houses several graceful buildings.
The day is spent at the Fort painting.
Overnight at the Hotel.

DAY 06 : JAIPUR
Morning we take the tour of City Palace and Observatory. The City Palace in the heart of the old city is a blend of Rajasthan and Mughal architecture. The Palace of winds - a five storied structure of pink sandstone has semi-octagonal and delicately honeycombed windows overlooking the main street of the old city. It was originally built to enable the ladies of the royal household to watch everyday life.
Rest of the day is spent painting.
Overnight at the Hotel.

DAY 07 : JAIPUR - BUNDI
Morning we start our drive to Bundi. Bundi is a dream remembered - named after Bunda , a Meena Chieftan. It is Rajput town so ancient that one gets the feeling of having stumbled upon a page of history. Bundi town nestles in a narrow valley , enclosed by huge walls and fortified by four gateways. In the centre of the township lies a lake.
The places of interest are Chattar Mahal or Palace of Towers , Eighty four pillored cenotaph and the Palace and Naval Sagar. Bundi is also famous for its superbly executed paintings and murals. All the places around Bundi are an ideal place for paintings.
Overnight at the Castle.

DAY 08 : Day is spent painting in and around Bundi.

DAY 09 : Day is spent painting in and around Bundi.

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DAY 10 : BUNDI - RANTHAMBORE
Today morning we drive to Ranthambore, nearly a thousand - year - old fortress. Countless battles have raged around these walls. The Great Mughal emperor Akbar laid siege here and built Lake Palace, summer gardens, temples, mosques, tombs and hunting towers, all overrun now by grass and shrubs. Today leopards and tigers prowl the ruins.
Afternoon is spent painting around the Sanctuary.
Overnight at the Hotel.

DAY 11 : RANTHAMBORE
Ranthambore is one of the few preserves where the Camera - shy tigers may be seen in day light. You'll take thrilling jeep rides in the morning and evening in search of wildlife. You sometimes chance upon these fleet - footed and silent creatures, the embodiment of grace. In the afternoon, explore the lakes on your own and visit the imposing Ranthambore.
Ranthambore covers an area about 400 square kms and has beautiful scenery. Ranthambore National Park is very special and unison area where a natural present meets an historical past. This park has upto 27 tigers and has a considerable population of birds.

DAY 12 : RANTHAMBORE - AGRA
Today morning we start our journey for Agra the city of Taj Mahal. Upon arrival check into the Hotel.
Overnight at the Hotel.

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DAY 13 : AGRA - BHARATPUR - FATEHPUR SIKRI - AGRA
Today we go for a day excursion and visit to Bharatpur for a tour of the world famous bird sanctuary here. The reserve bosts of river 300 species of resident and migratory birds. From here we drive to the ancient city of Fatehpur Sikri ( ghost capital) for a tour of the magnificent and world heritage buildings still in a state of perfect preservation. We continue our journey for Agra.
Overnight at the Hotel.

DAY 14 : AGRA
Agra was the capital of India under the Moghuls in the 16th and 17th centuries. This morning we see the exquisite tomb of the emperor Jehangir's chief minister and father-in - law, often called the 'BABY TAJ' because its design foreshadows the Taj Mahal,. Then we tour Agra's Red Fort, built over three generations by the moghul emperors. Following an afternoon free, we go at sunset to see the Taj Mahal, the mausoleum built by a sorrowing Shah Jehan in memory of his young wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The Building's stupendous scale, flawless symmetry, translucent white marble and shimmering reflection in the water channel are truly breathtaking.
Leave Agra in the afternoon for Delhi. Before checkinto your Hotel we go for a farewell dinner.
Overnight at the Hotel.

DAY 15 : LEAVE DELHI
After what will have been a majestic way to see and experience royal India, we bid farewell as we are transferred to the airport for our flight back home.

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