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Castles, Forts & Palaces of Rajasthan (Pre Cruise) to Celebrity Solstice Cruise
Castles, Forts & Palaces of Rajasthan (Pre Cruise) to Celebrity Solstice Cruise
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Highlights: Delhi - Udaipur - Jodhpur - Jaipur - Hongkong - Cruise


Cruise: Celebrity Solstice


Note: Taj Mahal remains closed on Friday


Hotel featured or similar:
Delhi - Lalit
Udaipur - Lalit Laxmi Vilas
Jodhpur - Indana Palace
Jaipur - Alsisar Haveli
Hongkong - Hotel Dorsett Wanchai

Itinerary:
01st Dec’22 Thu: London Heathrow to Delhi by flight.


02nd Dec’22 Fri: Delhi
0850 Hrs: Arrive at Delhi airport, Upon arrival at Delhi airport welcome, meet and assist by our representative and transfer to Hotel. Rest of the day at leisure and Overnight stay at Hotel.

03rd Dec’22 Sat: Delhi
After breakfast enjoys a city tour of Old Delhi visiting Raj Ghat which is located on the banks of the river Yamuna, This is Mahatma Gandhi’s Memorial, where he was cremated following his assassination in January 1948. The memorial lies in the midst of landscaped gardens and made of a simple square platform of black marble inscribed with his last words “Hey Ram”. Drive Pass Red Fort (closed on Monday) – the 17th-century imposing fortress built in red sandstone is surrounded by a huge boundary wall 33m high. Inside are exquisite palaces and beautiful gardens. Board the 'cycle rickshaw' for a unique experience from the Red Fort, through "Chandni Chowk" or Silver Street, experiencing the sights and sounds of this very busy avenue-heading west from the Fort. Opposite the Red Fort lies Jama Masjid (Friday Mosque) made of red sandstone and white marble, completed in 1656. It is India’s largest mosque where more than 20,000 people can kneel in prayer at one time.
New Delhi visiting Humayun’s Tomb, built by his wife Haji Begum in the 16th Century. An early example of Mughal architecture considered the predecessor of the Taj Mahal. The Qutab Minar - the landmark of Delhi, a huge tower of victory started in 1199 and completed in 1368. The Minar is 72.5m high with a diameter at the base of 14.4m and 2.7m at the top. Proceed to the Rashtrapati Bhawan (Drive Pass) once the Viceroy’s residence and now the official residence of the President of India. Designed by Lutyens, it combines western and eastern styles - the dome reflects the Buddhist stupa, the chhatris “Hindu” and the graceful colonnades very “British”. It has 340 rooms. The India Gate (42m), C commemorates the 70,000 Indian soldiers who died in the 1st world war. 13516 names of British and Indian soldiers killed in the Afghan War of 1919 are engraved on the arch and foundations. Under the arch, glows the Amar Jawan Jyoti flame commemorating Indian armed forces’ losses in the Indo-Pakistan war of 1971. Overnight stay at Hotel.


​04th Dec’22 Sun: Delhi to Udaipur by flight
Transfer from Hotel to Delhi airport in time to board flight for Udaipur. 1435 Hrs: Arrive Udaipur lies in a valley, amidst green hills on the banks of Lake Pichola. Along the shores of the lake is the palace of the Maharana. Within the palace, view peacocks in mosaic on the walls, floors inlaid with tiles of rare beauty and roof gardens.
Upon arrival at Udaipur airport transfer to Hotel. Rest of the day at leisure and Overnight stay at Hotel.

05th Dec’22 Mon: Udaipur
After breakfast you will enjoy the city tour visiting City Palace - The city palace was built in 1725 with various palaces inside it such as Dilkush Mahal, the palace of Krishan Moti Mahal, Sheesh Mahal all ornately decorated. The museum in City Palace contains incomparable historic and artistic heritage which dates back to 14 century, Jagdish Temple – Dedicated to Vishnu, the preserver, this temple was built by Maharana Jagat Singh in 1651, Saheliyon Ki Bari – The Garden of the Maids of Honour, a most serene place in Udaipur, designed by Maharana Fateh Singh. It consists of beautiful lawns, gardens and fountains, a retreat for the ladies of the household, Rana Pratap Smarak, & Sajan Niwas Gardens - Overlooking the Fateh Sagar is the Moti Magri (Pearl Hill) on which is a statue of Maharana Pratap on his famous horse Chetak. Local guide claim that he jumped an abyss of extraordinary width in the heat of the battle even after losing one leg! The path to the top winds through some attractive gardens. Afternoon enjoys a Boat ride on Lake Pichola. Lake Pichola - The beautiful Lake Pichola derives its name from a nearby village Pichola. Udai Singh built a dam and from then the lake has become a meeting place for more than two hundred species of migratory and resident birds.
Overnight stay at Hotel.

06th Dec’22 Tue: Udaipur to Jodhpur by surface (Approx. 295 Kms, 7 Hrs)
After breakfast checks out from Hotel and drives to Jodhpur - founded in 1459, Jodhpur is referred to as Sun City for its bright & sunny weather. It is also termed as Blue city for its blue whitewashed houses around Mehrangarh Fort. En-route visit the tranquil pilgrimage town of Ranakpur, renowned for some marvellously carved Jain temples, Upon arrival at Jodhpur, check-in at Hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel.

07th Dec’22 Wed: Jodhpur
After breakfast proceeds for city tour of Jodhpur Mehrangarh Fort - located atop a 125 m high hill. The magnificent Mehrangarh Fort is the most majestic and one of the largest forts in India. The construction of the fort started in 1459. The walls of the fort are up to 36 m high and 21 m wide; they enclose some exquisite structures. The fort museum houses an exquisite collection of palanquins, howdahs, royal cradles, miniatures, musical instruments, costumes and furniture. The rampart of the fort not only has excellently preserved cannons but also gives a breathtaking view of the city. Kipling once remarked, the fort seems to have been built by giants and not by ordinary people.


Also, visit Jaswant Thada – an architectural landmark. It is a white marble memorial built-in 1899 in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. The monument, in its entirety, is built out of intricately carved sheets of marble. These stones are extremely thin and polished so that they emit a warm glow when the sun's rays dance across their surface. Within this cenotaph, there are also two more tombs.
Umaid Bhawan Palace – one of the fascinating palaces of Jodhpur, Maharaja Umaid Singh constructed in20th Century. A part of the palace has now been converted into a hotel and a museum. Stepwells are wells or ponds in which the water is reached by descending a set of steps. They may be covered and protected and are often of architectural significance. The Stepwell ensures the availability of water during periods of drought. The stepwells had social, cultural and religious significance. Overnight stay at Hotel.

08th Dec’22 Thu: Jodhpur to Jaipur by surface (Approx. 350 Kms, 7 Hrs)
After breakfast check out from Hotel and drive from Jodhpur to Jaipur - Founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh - II, the ruler of Amber, Jaipur was the first planned city in India. This town is also referred to as Pink city for the colour of buildings in its wonderful old city. The city was painted pink to honour the visit of Prince Albert of England in 1882. Upon arrival at Jaipur, check-in at Hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel.


09th Dec’22 Fri: Jaipur
After breakfast proceeds for the excursion to the Amber City Fort situated 130m high with the Aravalli hills around and 11 km north of Jaipur by Jeep.


Afternoon visit The Maharajah’s City Palace – A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Deve Temple and the City Palace Museum. Jantar Mantar – This is the largest and best-preserved of the five observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country. Hawa Mahal – The ornamental facade of this “Palace of Winds” is a landmark in Jaipur. Its five-storey structure of pink sandstone encrusted with fine tellies work and balconies have 953 inches and windows. It was built in 1799 by Pratap Singh and was a royal grandstand for palace women. Johari Bazaar – The main bazaar is in the old city for jewellery and saris. Overnight stay at Hotel.


10th Dec’22 Sat: Jaipur to Delhi by surface (Approx. 258 Kms, 6 Hrs)
Delhi to Hongkong by flight, After breakfast check out from Hotel and drive from Jaipur to Delhi airport to board flight for Hongkong.

11th Dec’22 Sun: 06:15 Hrs: Arrive Hongkong
Transfer from Hongkong Airport to Hotel Dorsett Wanchai
Transfer from Hotel to Dorsett Wanchai to Cruise Terminal


Date Ports of Call Arrival Time Departure Time Activity
Sun 11Dec2022 Hong Kong, China - 6:00 PM Boarding
Mon 12Dec2022 Cruising - - -
Tue 13Dec2022 Hanoi, Vietnam 7:00 AM 5:00 PM Docked
Wed 14Dec2022 Cruising - - -
Thu 15Dec2022 Hue /Danang 7:00 AM 3:30 PM Docked
(Chan May), Vietnam
Fri 16Dec2022 Nha Trang, Vietnam 8:00 AM 5:00 PM Tendered
Sat 17Dec2022 Ho Chi Minh
(Phu My), Vietnam 8:00 AM 5:00 PM Docked


Sun 18Dec2022 Cruising - - -
Mon 19Dec2022 Bangkok
(Laem Chabang), Thailand 8:00 AM - Docked
Tue 20Dec2022 Bangkok
(Laem Chabang), Thailand - 4:00 PM Docked
Wed 21Dec2022 Cruising - - -
Thu 22Dec2022 Cruising - - -
Fri 23Dec2022 Singapore, Singapore 6:00 AM - Departure


23rd Dec’22 Fri: Singapore to London Heathrow by flight.


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Offer Includes

  • Return flights from London Heathrow
  • Airport taxes
  • 8 Nights Accommodation on bed and breakfast basis (Castle, Forts & Palaces of Rajasthan Pre Cruise Tour Included)
  • All transfers, sightseeing & excursion as mentioned in itinerary by air conditioned car
  • Services of Local English speaking guide as per the Itinerary
  • Cycle Rickshaw ride at Old Delhi
  • Common boat ride at lake pichola udaipur
  • Jeep ride at Amber Fort, Jaipur
  • Representative for assistance on all arrival and departure transfers
  • 1 Night in Hong Kong Included with stay at Hotel Dorsett Wanchai on Room only basis
  • Transfer from Hongkong airport to Hotel Dorsett Wanchai by Prem Mini van
  • Transfer from Hotel Dorsett Wanchai to Cruise Terminal
  • 10 Nights Accommodation on Celebrity Solstice Cruise (Inside Cabin) All Meals Included & Premium drinks

Meal Plans

  • As per Itinerary