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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Delhi

    Start point
    New Delhi, Delhi, India (Delhi airport on another central location in Delhi, 08:00 - 10:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Golden grand)

    Included Activities

    • Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi
    • Visit Kinari Bazaar (wedding market)
    • Visit Jama Masjid
    • Visit Khari Baoli spice market
    • Photography stop at Red Fort
    • Visit Mahatma Gandhi cremation site
    • Sightseeing of India Gate and Raj Path
    • Visit Parliament House
    • Visit Gurudwara Bangla Sahib temple complex
    • Walk and shopping in New Delhi center
    Landmarks
    Chandni Chowk
    Kinari Bazaar
    Jama Masjid
    Khari Baoli
    Red Fort
    Mahatma Gandhi cremation site
    India Gate
    Raj Path
    Parliament House
    Secretariat buildings
    Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
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  2. Day 2

    Delhi to Agra

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Grand Mercure)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Akshardham temple complex
    • Sightseeing of Agra Fort (UNESCO listed)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Taj Mahal
    Landmarks
    Akshardham temple
    Taj Mahal
    Agra Fort
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  3. Day 3

    Agra - Fathepur Sikri - Ranthambore

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Ranthambore heritage haveli)

    Included Activities

    • Early morning visit to Taj Mahal at sunrise
    • Sightseeing of Fathepur Sikri town

    Optional Activities

    • Private jeep safari at Ranthambore National Park
    • Shared safari by canter at Ranthambore National Park
    Landmarks
    Taj Mahal
    Fathepur Sikri
    Ranthambore National Park
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  4. Day 4

    Ranthambore - Jaipur

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Neerbana palace)

    Included Activities

    • Morning tiger safari at Ranthambore
    • Sightseeing of Abhaneri stepwell
    • Visit Galta Gi (monkey temple)
    Landmarks
    Ranthambore National Park
    Abhaneri stepwell
    Galta Gi (monkey temple)
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  5. Day 5

    Jaipur

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Neerbana palace)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Amber Fort
    • Visit City Palace complex
    • Visit Jantar Mantar (Astronomic Observatory)
    • Visit Gaitor tombs (Royal tombs)
    • Photography stop at Jal Mahal
    • Visit Hawa Mahal
    • Shopping at Bapu Bazaar

    Optional Activities

    • Sightseeing of Nahargarh Fort
    Landmarks
    Amber Fort
    City Palace
    Jantar Mantar
    Gaitor tombs
    Jal Mahal
    Hawa Mahal
    Bapu Bazaar
    Nahargarh Fort
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  6. Day 6

    Pushkar

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Jagat palace)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Temple of Brahma
    • Visit Gurudwara (Sikh temple)
    • Visit temples in Pushkar
    • Shopping and walking tour of Pushkar town

    Optional Activities

    • Camel ride at sunset
    Landmarks
    Temple of Brahma
    Gurudwara Pushkar
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  7. Day 7

    Udaipur

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Howard Johnson)

    Included Activities

    • Local sightseeing on foot in Udaipur
    • Visit local market
    • Visit Jagdish Temple
    • Folk dance performance at Bagore Ki Haveli, Gangaur Ghat
    • English-speaking local guide

    Optional Activities

    • Udaipur boat ride
    Landmarks
    Jagdish Temple
    Bagore Ki Haveli
    Gangaur Ghat
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  8. Day 8

    Udaipur

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Howard Johnson or Fateh Niwas)

    Included Activities

    • Visit City Palace complex with museum displays
    • Visit Monsoon Palace
    • Visit Saheliyon ki Bari (Royal Queen gardens)
    • Lake Pichola boat ride
    • Ropeway ride to Karni Mata Temple with nighttime views
    Landmarks
    City Palace
    Monsoon Palace
    Saheliyon ki Bari
    Lake Pichola
    Fateh Sagar Lake
    Karni Mata Temple
    Aravalli mountains
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  9. Day 9

    Udaipur to Jodhpur

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Howard Johnson or Fateh Niwas)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Mehrangarh Fort
    • Visit Umaid Bhawan Palace
    • Visit Jaswad Thada (royal tombs)
    Landmarks
    Mehrangarh Fort
    Umaid Bhawan Palace
    Jaswad Thada
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  10. Day 10

    Jodhpur to Jaisalmer

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Rupal residency)

    Optional Activities

    • Shopping at the fort
    • Local sightseeing
    Landmarks
    Jaisalmer Fort
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  11. Day 11

    Jaisalmer

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at Khuri Desert with dance show)
    Accommodation
    Resort (Deluxe desert tent)

    Included Activities

    • Local sightseeing of Jaisalmer
    • Visit Jain temples
    • Visit Jaisalmer Fort
    • Visit market within fort walls
    • View traditional havelis
    • Camel trekking in Khuri Desert
    • Sunset viewing during camel trek
    • Folk dance show
    • English-speaking local guide

    Optional Activities

    • National Park safari (private jeep or shared safari - optional, available at extra cost)
    Landmarks
    Jaisalmer Fort
    Jain temples, Jaisalmer
    Khuri Desert
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  12. Day 12

    Jaisalmer to Bikaner

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Vesta bikaner)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Junagarh Fort
    • Visit Lalgarh Palace
    • Visit Karni Mata Temple (rat temple)
    Landmarks
    Junagarh Fort
    Lalgarh Palace
    Karni Mata Temple
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  13. Day 13

    Bikaner to Mandawa

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Vivaana )

    Included Activities

    • Sightseeing of Shekhawati mansions (open-air art gallery)
    • Local sightseeing of Mandawa town
    Landmarks
    Shekhawati mansions
  14. Day 14

    Mandawa to Delhi

    End point
    Delhi, India (Central location in Delhi, give us the drop odd address)
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • Intricately decorated corridor in a historic building.
  • Close-up profile of a camel's face.
  • Cityscape of Udaipur at twilight with palace and lakes.
  • Sand dunes with ripples and footprints in a desert landscape.
  • Large fortress with detailed architecture against a blue sky.
  • Intricate stone carvings on a temple wall.
  • Amber Fort reflected in a body of water.
  • Leopard engaging with a wild boar in a natural setting.
  • The Taj Mahal with a reflecting pool and tourists.
  • Busy street scene filled with rickshaws and people.
  • Reflected view of a historical fort beside a lake.
  • People standing on sand dunes with clear skies.
  • Iconic view of the Taj Mahal with a reflection pool.
  • Imposing historical fort with tourists at the entrance.
  • Desert landscape with sand dunes under a clear sky.
  • Large historical temple with intricate architecture.
  • A man with a camel in a desert landscape.
  • A monkey walking on a pathway in a garden.
  • The Hawa Mahal, an iconic palace with intricate architecture.
  • Aerial view of a city with a lake and hills in the background.
  • Ornate interior of a historical building with decorative patterns.
  • A historic palace with ornate architecture under a clear blue sky.
  • Sand dunes in a desert landscape.
  • India Gate, a war memorial located in New Delhi.
  • Historic cenotaphs with intricate carvings, soaking in the sunlight.
  • Intricate geometric design of a stepwell structure.
  • A decorative archway with floral and geometric designs.
  • Expansive view of sand dunes in a desert.
  • A camel with a person sitting by a desert landscape.
  • A grand palace with white marble architecture.
  • A majestic palace reflecting in a calm lake with birds in the sky.
  • Monkeys sitting in a natural, wooded area.
  • Close-up view of colorful and ornate decorations on a ceiling.
  • Ancient stepwell with steps and arches.
  • Man displaying colorful fabrics in a shop.
  • Crowd around a historic tomb or mausoleum.
  • Sunset with trees silhouetted against the sky.
  • Women in colorful traditional clothing taking selfies.
  • Beautiful red sandstone palace in a garden setting.
  • A scenic view of a lake surrounded by mountains and lush greenery.
  • An intricately designed historical building with arches and domes.
  • A garden with flowers in front of a historical building with people around.
  • Arches providing a view of a hill and town in the background.
  • Two women in traditional attire looking outside a window.
  • Aerial view of a temple complex surrounded by greenery.
  • Close-up of an ornate and colorful architectural detail on a building.
  • A man seated in front of a wall with artwork, smiling at the camera.

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  • Guide
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  • Accommodation
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  • Food
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    January 19th, 2026
    We recently completed a 14-day India Luxury Tour, and it was an absolutely unforgettable experience. A big part of...
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    • Intricately decorated corridor in a historic building.
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    • Intricate stone carvings on a temple wall.
    • Cityscape of Udaipur at twilight with palace and lakes.
    • Amber Fort reflected in a body of water.
    • Sand dunes with ripples and footprints in a desert landscape.
    • Large fortress with detailed architecture against a blue sky.
    Traveled in January 2026
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    Thank you so much for the 5-star rating! We are thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful time on our tour. Our team works hard to ensure every guest has a memorable visit, and your feedback truly makes it all worth it. We hope to see you again for another adventure soon! — Paylesstoursindia team
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    January 12th, 2026
    Z całego serca dziękujemy Ewie Lewandowskiej za zorganizowanie tej wyjątkowej podróży po Indiach. Wszystko było...
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    • Group standing in front of the Taj Mahal.
    • Assorted Indian dishes including curries and naan on a table.
    • Woman standing beside a bust of Gandhi in a museum.
    • Grilled fish served with vegetables and masala.
    • Woman sitting in front of a canvas tent in a desert area.
    • Group of people riding camels through the desert.
    • Street vendor preparing a colorful mixture of snacks.
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    • Four people posing in front of an intricately designed sandstone structure.
    • People preparing for kayaking on a beach.
    • Family posing in front of a historic structure with fountains.
    • Woman posing in front of a peacock mural on a wall.
    • Plate with grilled prawns and vegetables as a meal.
    • Two people posing in a desert landscape at sunset.
    Traveled in December 2025
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    Serdecznie dziękujemy za podzielenie się wrażeniami. Niezmiernie cieszy nas, że docenili Państwo nasz program, oraz zaangażowanie. To dla nas motywacja. Zapraszamy na kolejne niezapomniane wyprawy! Pozdrawiam serdecznie, Ewa Lewandowska z zespołem Paylesstoursindia
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    January 2nd, 2026
    We recently completed a 14-day tour of India, and I cannot recommend this company highly enough. From the very...
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    • Taj Mahal under a hazy sky with visitors.
    • Two people riding an elephant with a guide.
    • Signboard of Ranthambore Tiger Reserve.
    • Group of people riding camels in a desert setting.
    • Two young individuals posing in a cooking class setting.
    • Small monkey sitting on the grass.
    Traveled in December 2025
    Reply from: Payless tours india
    Thank you so much for this wonderful review. Hope to see you and make your holidays again, Best regards and luck,
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    January 2nd, 2026
    We recently completed a 14-day private tour around India with Payless Tours, and it was an absolutely unforgettable...
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    Traveled in December 2025
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    Thank you for rewarding words. It is extremely motivating for our Paylesstoursindia team and important. We hope that you wish to come to India again and travel with us. Thank you for trust and using our services. Best wishes from Paylesstoursindia team
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  • 14 day Essence of India Luxury tour reviewer 5
    January 1st, 2026
    We had an incredible time on this excellent trip organised by Payless Tours. We travelled as a family of four leaving...
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    • Family ready for a safari adventure, standing by an open vehicle.
    • Family posing in front of the Taj Mahal, a famous architectural landmark.
    • Couple riding an elephant along a historic fort's walls.
    • Family posing by a lakeside during sunset in Udaipur.
    • Two individuals in cooking class apparel preparing ingredients.
    • Two couples riding camels together in a desert setting.
    • Family posing with an elephant at night under artificial lighting.
    • Family dining outdoors in a well-lit setting with a grand building behind.
    Traveled in December 2025
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    We are so satisfied to receive such a positive feedback regarding our services and Paylsstoursindia team. We are always ready to serve our Customers in case of problems or situations which sometimes happen. There is always solution which can be found. Such a beautiful review is always motivating and extremely rewarding. Thank you for trust, Hopefully you will come here again, All the best from Paylesstoursindia team
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    December 3rd, 2025
    We customized our Punjab tour, as we used the services of Payless Tours for our Rajasthan tour. A bit different as...
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    • A Sikh temple with golden domes against a clear sky.
    • The Golden Temple in Amritsar reflecting on the water.
    Traveled in December 2025
    Reply from: Payless tours india
    Thank you for rewarding words. It is extremely motivating for our Paylesstoursindia team and important. We hope that you wish to come to India again and travel with us. Thank you for trust and using our services. Best wishes from Paylesstoursindia team
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    October 24th, 2025
    My trip to India with my son has been a very special and memorable one; the people make India none more so than our...
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    We are so satisfied to receive such a positive feedback regarding our services and Paylsstoursindia team. We are always ready to serve our Customers in case of problems or situations which sometimes happen. There is always solution which can be found. Such a beautiful review is always motivating and extremely rewarding. Thank you for trust, Hopefully you will come here again, All the best from Paylesstoursindia team
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    October 23rd, 2025
    My father and I have been wanting to visit India for some time to experience the food, culture and the famous sights....
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    Traveled in October 2025
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    Thank you for your time and word of appreciation. We always try to do the best to make our guests happy and fully satisfied. We are really happy to hear that our Customers are happy with our services. Hope to see you in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka or maybe Maldives again, We would like to take you further next time, Best regards from the Paylesstoursindia team
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  • 14 day Essence of India Luxury tour reviewer 9
    September 5th, 2025
    Wonderful trip for India that enabled us to visit most popular destinations and cultural landmarks. Just upgrade the...
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    Traveled in August 2025
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    Thank you so much for this wonderful review. This is always very important to receive positive feedback from our dear Customers. This is for Paylesstoursindia additional motivation to become better and make our services perfect. Hope to see you and make your holidays again, Best regards and luck, Paylesstoursindia team
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    February 18th, 2025
    We did a 14 day Essence of India Luxury tour with payless tours india. Everything was awesome, we discover Rajasthan...
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    Teresa

    Asked on November 29th, 2025

    Can you provide a list of the hotels that you use on the 14 day "Essence of India" tour? Also can you clarify exactly when the visit to the Taj Mahal takes place on day 2 of this tour?

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    • Payless tours indiaOperator•Written November 2025

      We show either on the first day on arrival in Agra at the sunset or on the second day at the sunrise. If someone wants we show Taj Mahal at the sunset and the sunrise too. The hotels in the package are 4 star: Delhi _ Golden Grand, Agra _ Hotel clrak, Jaipur _ Nirvana palce, Jodhpur _ indiana, Udaipur _ Howard Johnson. The eest of the hotels we will specify after your conf.

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    Alison

    Asked on February 4th, 2025

    Can I book extra accommodation before or after the tour?

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    • Payless tours indiaOperator•Written February 2025

      Yes, you can add extra accommodation either before or after your tour. Please let us know how many nights you need.

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    Ian

    Asked on January 30th, 2025

    Are there any activities in Agra on day 2 of the tour?

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    • Payless tours indiaOperator•Written January 2025

      On day 3, we can organize a visit to the Taj Mahal at sunrise and Fatehpur Sikri on the way to Ranthambore, if it is not a Friday.

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    Alyssa

    Asked on December 28th, 2024

    My client is interested in booking this tour and they've asked for a list of hotels so they can look up accommodation information before booking. They would like to have clean accommodation that is mold-free since they've recently had a medical issue.

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    • Payless tours indiaOperator•Written December 2024

      Hotel Name. Delhi - Golden grand. Agra- Clark Agar. Jaipur - Nirvana palace. Udaipur - Hotel yoias. Please check the hotel, if you have any questions please feel free to contact us.

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    Hugh

    Asked on December 25th, 2024

    What happens if I need an extra accommodation night due to an earlier flight?

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    • Payless tours indiaOperator•Written December 2024

      If you need an extra night's stay due to the scheduling of your return flight, we can arrange it for you, and you'll be responsible for getting to the airport.

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    Hannah

    Asked on December 20th, 2024

    How are changes to the itinerary handled if we want additional sightseeing?

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    • Payless tours indiaOperator•Written December 2024

      We can adjust the sightseeing plans according to your preferences. This may include additional charges depending on the changes.

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    Marcel

    Asked on November 13th, 2024

    Can the itinerary accommodate different arrival times?

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    • Payless tours indiaOperator•Written November 2024

      Yes, we can adjust the itinerary depending on your arrival time. You can also choose to come a day earlier if your flight arrives later in the day.

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    Edith

    Asked on September 9th, 2024

    What are the booking options for tours?

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    • Payless tours indiaOperator•Written September 2024

      You can book your tour directly through our website or contact us for more detailed information and assistance.

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    Ray

    Asked on August 26th, 2024

    What is the total cost with single supplement? What is total cost if I want to stay only in 4 star or 5 star hotels? How many people have already registered for this trip as I want to travel with a group.

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    Single supplement
    • Payless tours indiaOperator•Written August 2024

      The single supplement costs 900 euro. We can't guarantee that the group will be completed.

    • Payless tours indiaOperator•Written August 2024

      Please let us know and we will add a single supplement to the total cost.

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    Nat

    Asked on August 26th, 2024

    What are the safari timings in Ranthambore?

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    • Payless tours indiaOperator•Written August 2024

      You can choose to go on a safari either in the morning starting from 5 am or in the evening from 4.30 pm.

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