Cox and Kings Exotic India Solo Tour

– 4- & 5-star accommodation
– Twin/double room for single use
– Flexible – extensions, room and flight upgrades available
– Small group size – average 12 people (max 18)
– Direct international flights
– Internal flights in India with 20kg luggage allowance
– Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
– 12 breakfasts, 2 lunch, 11 dinners
– 2 included safaris in Ranthambore
– Welcome and farewell group dinners
– Guided sightseeing & all entrance fees
– Porterage at airports and stations

– See the changing of the Guard ceremony at the President’s Palace
– Stay in a traditional haveli in Jaipur
– Scenic ride on Deogarh’s metre-gauge train
– Farewell dinner overlooking Lake Fateh Sagar

Day 1: Fly to Delhi
Overnight flight from London to Delhi (regional connections available).
(No meals)

Day 2: Delhi
Arrive in Delhi and transfer to your hotel for the next two nights. Late afternoon tour of Old Delhi exploring Chandni Chowk by cycle rickshaw. Welcome dinner at the Haveli Dharampura in Old Delhi followed by a dance performance
(Dinner)

Day 3: Delhi
Visit the tomb of Humayun and the Qutb Minar Tower. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure before visiting the National War Memorial at India Gate.
(Breakfast and dinner)

Day 4: Agra
Drive to Agra. In the afternoon, visit the Agra Fort. Stay overnight at the Taj Convention Centre.
(Breakfast and dinner)

Day 5: Fatehpur Sikri • Ranthambore
Early morning sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal. After breakfast, drive to the deserted sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri. Continue to the train station and travel by train to Sawai Madhopur for 2 nights. Afternoon at leisure.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 6: Ranthambore
Morning and afternoon wildlife viewing. Look out for tigers, sloth bears, marsh crocodiles, wild boar, leopards, deer and an array of prolific birdlife.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 7: Jaipur
After breakfast, drive to the pink city of Jaipur. Afternoon is at leisure
(Breakfast and dinner)

Day 8: Jaipur
This morning visit the palace of Amber Fort which displays many examples of Mughal influenced architecture. In the afternoon visit the City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal.
(Breakfast and dinner)

Day 9: Pushkar • Deogarh
Morning departure for Deogarh visiting Pushkar and its temples and markets en route. Stay 2 nights at the Deogarh Mahal, a former palace and now a superb heritage hotel. Afternoon at leisure. Evening cookery demonstration.
(Breakfast and dinner)

Day 10: Deogarh
This morning take a scenic ride on Deogarh’s metre-gauge train passing waterfalls, lush landscapes and rural life. In the afternoon, there is an option to go on a jeep safari visiting local Bishnoi tribal villages.(Breakfast and dinner)

Day 11: Ranakpur • Udaipur
Drive to Udaipur, set on the shores of Lake Pichola and arguably Rajasthan’s most picturesque city. Visit the magnificent Jain temples at Ranakpur en route.
(Breakfast and dinner)

Day 12: Udaipur
Enjoy a guided tour of the beautiful lakeside town of Udaipur including the magnificent City Palace,  the Jagdish Temple and the Garden of the Maid’s Honour. End the tour with a cruise on the lake. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner overlooking Lake Fateh Sagar.
(Breakfast and dinner)

Day 13: Fly to Delhi
Morning at leisure. Afternoon flight from Udaipur to Delhi for an overnight stay at Vivanta New Delhi Dwarka.
(Breakfast)

Day 14: Fly to London
Transfer to the airport for the flight to London.
(Breakfast)

Taj Hotel & Convention Centre
Located on the Taj East Gate Road and within walking distance of the breathtaking Taj Mahal, the Taj Hotel & Convention Centre is a stylish property with excellent facilities. The beautiful rooftop infinity pool offers uninterrupted views of the Taj and is the perfect place to relax after a day of exploring. Rooms are spacious and comfortable with an array of useful amenities

Deogarh Mahal, Deogarh
Deogarh Mahal, a unique family residence, overlooks the delightful village of Deogarh in the Aravalli Hills. This exquisite property is owned and lived in by the ruling family, who play an active part in the running of the hotel. The 60 rooms and suites, all with modern attached facilities, are individually decorated with stained glass, sumptuous colourful fabrics and antiques, each shaped and furnished in traditional style. The accommodation and facilities are laid out over several floors; there are no lifts and access between the various facilities is via a series of stairways.

Shahpura House, Jaipur
Originally the residence of the scions of the Shekhawat clan of Rajputs, Shahpura House is set in a relatively quiet residential area in downtown Jaipur. This converted hotel with its colourful Shekhawati frescoes and domes reflects the fusion of Hindu Rajput and Islamic Mughal-style architecture. Each of the 38 individually decorated rooms and suites are simply furnished and tastefully decorated by combining traditional features with essential modern amenities.

Fateh Niwas, Udaipur
Situated in Udaipur, just 2.5km from Lake Pichhola, Fateh Niwas is a luxury boutique hotel with spacious and elegant guestrooms. Both the swimming pool and the restaurant are located on the rooftop of the property offering fantastic views of the City Palace, Lake Pichola and the Aravalli Hills. The restaurant serves both Indian and continental dishes.