The history of Wine-making in India dates back several hundred years. The
Mughal kings were as devoted to fine wines as they were to grand
architecture, and the British made wine fashionable. This tour introduces
you to not just the Golden Triangle of India, but it presents some exclusive
locations to check out an assortment of the best of Indian Wines which are
now finding an international audience. We welcome you on this truly magical
experience and take this opportunity to offer this heady combination of rich
art, architecture, culture and the Indian wines.
Day 01 Arrive Delhi
On
arrival a warm welcome by our staff and transfer to your hotel. Overnight
stay at the hotel.
Day 02 Delhi
After a good rest and a leisurely breakfast , enjoy a city tour of old and
new Delhi. The tour takes you through narrow lanes of Chandni Chowk, Jama
Masjid, Red Fort, Qutab Minar, drive past President's Palace, Humayun's Tomb
and the Lotus temple. Return to the hotel for a short rest. In the evening
attend a meeting with the members of the Indian Wine Club for a special
tasting session of an assortment of Indian wines.
Day 03 Delhi - Agra
After breakfast drive to Agra and check-in at a hotel. After a leisurely
lunch visit the magnificent Taj Mahal. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Important : Taj Mahal Is Closed On Fridays. Day 04 Agra After breakfast at
the hotel enjoy a tour of Agra Fort. Rest of the afternoon is at leisure.In
the evening watch sunset over the Taj Mahal from the air conditioned comfort
of the Oberoi Amar Vilas while checking out the best of Indian Wines. Later
move on to the Indian Restaurant for dinner. Overnight stay at Agra.
Day 05 Agra - Jaipur
Drive to Jaipur visiting the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri en route. On
arrival check-in at a hotel. In the evening dinner at the majestic Rajput
Room at the Rambagh Palace combining the best of Rajasthani cuisine with
some of the best wines from leading wineries in France as well as New World
wines from around the world including India. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 06 Jaipur
After breakfast at the hotel drive to Amber fort - located approximately 10
kms away from Jaipur. Return to Jaipur city and after a lunch break resume
the city tour with a photo stop at the Palace of Winds - also known as Hawa
Mahal. Next stop on the agenda is the City Palace and Museum. Within the
same complex is the Observatory or Jantar Mantar which is rated as the
largest stone observatory in the world.
Optional Activities at Jaipur :
Lunch or Dinner at Spice Court restaurant. Lunch at Nahargarh Fort
overlooking the Jaipur city. Dinner at Suvarna Mahal Restaurant in Oberoi
Raj Vilas Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 07 Jaipur - Samode
Breakfast
at the hotel. Morning is free to explore the colorful and bustling bazaars
of Jaipur which offer everything from traditional silver to hand block
printed cotton textiles, leather items, precious and semi precious stones
and diamonds, gold and silver jewelry, woollen and silk carpets, miniature
paintings and other specialties from each area. Enjoy a leisurely lunch at
one of the city hotels before setting off for Samode. Upon arrival at Samode
check in and rest. Among the dining options at Samode the Dining room offers
a buffet or Traditional Thali Meal, where as the central courtyard offers an
a-la-carte menu. In addition light snacks are served at the Pool side and
special candle lit dinners in complete privacy can be organized in one of
the many terraces of the hotel.
Special events and arrangements :
Welcome with traditional aarti, tika and garlanding by liveried retainers
followed by song and dance. Welcome drinks can be arranged on request.
