01 Day: Arrival Delhi
Meeting and assistance on arrival at the International airport, our representatives welcome and escort you by a private car and transfer to the hotel, whilst the room keys and check-in is organized, our representative would hand over the documents and brief the tour programme to you. Overnight at the hotel.
02 Day:
Delhi
After breakfast take sightseeing tour of historic city
visiting Old Delhi visiting the majestic Red Fort, a
marvel in red sandstone, Jama Masjid, the largest mosque
in India, both built by emperor Shah Jahan of Taj Mahal
fame, Rajghat - memorial of Mahatma Gandhi & a Rickshaw
ride past through the silver street in Chandani Chowk,
the city tour continues covering New Delhi, visiting
Rashtrapati Bhawan, one-time imperial residence of the
British viceroys; the India Gate, a memorial raised
in honour of the Indian soldiers martyred during the
Afghan war; the Laxmi Narayan Temple, built by the Birlas,
one of India’s leading industrial families; Humayun’s
Tomb, lotus shaped Bhai’s Temple , Qutub Minar
, built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynasty;
in the evening you can visit see speculative Light and
Sound Show at Red Fort. Return to the hotel for overnight
at the hotel.
03 Day:
Delhi - Agra (200 Kms - 4 hours):
After breakfast depart for Agra en route visit the Sikandra
to see the Tomb of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Then proceed
to Agra, on arrival transfer to hotel. After lunch you
visit to witness incomparable Taj Mahal with its’
speculative view. Taj Mahal, the architectural modern
day wonder of the world; this monument is a fine example
of the fusion of many architectural styles is one of
the wonders of the modern world. Taj, endowed it with
some of the loveliest buildings in the world. The tour
continues with a visit to the Agra Fort from where one
can get the most moving view of the Taj from the little
octagonal tower in the Agra Fort which lies across the
river Jamuna, followed by visit to Pearl Mosque and
the Tomb of Itamad-ud-Daula built by Empress Noorjehan
in memory of her father. In the evening you may visit
to the souvenirs market of Agra, one should visit Oswal
Emporium where they have built a Mini Taj Mahal inside
their showroom and it took 10 years for the artists
to complete the mini replica of the Taj. The show room
conducts free sound & light show showing the eras
of Taj Mahal. Overnight in Agra.
Note: Taj Mahal closed on every
Friday.
04 Day:
Agra - Jaipur (240 Kms - 5 hours):
After breakfast checkout and drive to Jaipur. En route
visit the Old deserted town of Mughal Dynasty - Fatehpur
Sikri built in red sandstone in honour of Saint Salim
Chisti who foretold the birth of 3 sons to Emperor Akbar,
is an example of robust stability combined with originality.
Each important edifice here represents a type by itself.
Notable among them is the Diwane Khas; Punch Mahal,
the Tomb of Salim Chisti, and the Buland Darwaza. Later
continue to precede Jaipur. On arrival transfer to hotel.
After a relaxation in the evening visit to Birla Temple,
speculator marble temple, glitters in the in the night,
onwards at the time of dinner visit to Chokhi Dhani
- an ethnic 5 star resort serving Rajasthani & Continental
cuisine with live music, astrology, games, folk dances
and music, puppet shows in an ambiance of an ethnic
village. Return to the hotel for overnight.
05 Day:
Jaipur
Today after breakfast explore the Pink City with an
excursion to Amber Fort, situated just outside the city,
enjoy the experience of ride on elephant back to and
from the top of the hill on which the fort is situated.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of City Palace in the heart
of Jaipur is known for its blend of Rajasthani and Mughal
architecture. Not far away is the Central Museum. Jantar
Mantar is the largest of the five observatories built
by Sawai Jai Singh. The Hawa Mahal or the Palace of
Winds was constructed for the royal ladies to watch
the royal processions without being seen, all monuments
are located in the vicinity of City Palace Complex of
Jaipur. Later late afternoon is kept free to visit the
famous Markets of Textiles, Gems, Carpets, and handicrafts.
Jaipur is an ideal place for buying souvenirs. One can
also visit Nahargarh Fort to see it illuminated over
the floodlights. Return to the hotel for overnight.
06 Day:
Jaipur - Pushkar (131 Kms - 1 ½ hours):
After breakfast checkout and drive to Pushkar, on Arrival
at Pushkar transfer to the hotel. Pushkar, known for
worlds biggest cattle fair every year in month of November,
with glorious celebration. A city of Pilgrimage from
time immemorial with over 500 temples and ghats Pushkar
begets a legacy of timeless architectural heritage.
Pushkar radiates an ambience of peace and spirituality
that casts a lure to visit again and again. After relaxation
take sightseeing tour of the city visiting temple of
Lord Brahma surrounded by Pushkar Lake. On the banks
of the lake you will see devotees taking dip into the
holy waters of Pushkar & offering prayers. Also
visit the Pushkar Fair site, which is right opposite
the Pushkar Lake. Explore the colourful market of Pushkar,
Overnight at the hotel.
07 Day:
Pushkar - Udaipur (275 Kms - 6 hours):
After breakfast checkout the hotel and drive to Udaipur,
optionally you can visit Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti at
Ajmer (11 kms from Pushkar), after visit continue to
drive to Udaipur en route visit to the magnificent Chittourgarh,
spread over 13 square kms, unlike other forts you can
explore this fort by the vehicle you are travelling,
Chittourgarh fort is the mightiest Fort in Indian History,
The pride and glory of Rajasthan. Chittaurgarh echoes
with the tales of romance and valour unique to the Rajput
tradition. A ruined citadel, where the royal past lives
in its imposing forts, graceful palaces and spectacular
'chhatris'in the fort vicinity visit Kirti Stambha,
Rana-Kumbha Palace, Padmini Palace, Meera Temple and
Kumbha Shyam Temple and Kalika Mata Temple, State Archaeological
Museum. Later continue your journey. In the evening
you can enjoy boat ride at Lake Pichola. Overnight at
Udaipur.
08 Day:
Udaipur:
After breakfast take a sightseeing tour of Udaipur,
visiting City Palace built in 1559, a small palace over
looking at the Lake Pichola, the additions were made
to it by successive Kings of Udaipur gradually evolved
become the larges place in Rajasthan, Main attraction
of Place are Durbar Hall, Crystal Gallery, Palace Museum
and Jagdish Temple. Later visit Saheli Ki Bari that
is a small ornamental garden built in the honour of
Royal Ladies for recreational purpose and visit Lok
Kala Mandal collection of folk art items like folk dresses,
ornaments, puppets ,masks, dolls folk musical instruments,
folk deities and paintings. Opened seven days a week,
puppet shows and folk dancing are conducted every evening
from 1800 to 1900 in an adjacent open air theatre. &
Shilpgram to see the village arts & crafts. Followed
by visit to Eklingji & Nagda Temples - built in
white marble with a double storied porch on the bank
of Lake Bageela - 22 kms from Udaipur. Overnight at
Udaipur.
09 Day:
Udaipur - Jodhpur (276 kms - 4 ½ hours):
After breakfast drive to Jodhpur en route En route visiting
the Jain temples at Ranakpur Temples of 12 Century –
The cluster of temples, made of intricately sculpted
white marble, built out of marbles with 108 carved pillars
each carved differently from others, Come across as
a marvellous feat of architecture. One can have lunch
at Maharani Bagh Hotel in Ranakpur and visit to local
families on the way. After visit continue to drive to
Jodhpur, on arrival transfer to the hotel. In the evening
you may opt to visit On the Rocks a garden restaurant
serving ethnic food followed by live music and folk
dance, located at Ajit Bhawan. Later return to the hotel
for overnight stay.
10 Day:
Jodhpur - Bishnoi Village - Jodhpur (Excursion - 25
Kms - 1 hour):
After breakfast take a sight seeing tour of Jodhpur
including Clock Tower, Mehrangarh Fort situated at an
altitude of about 125 meters and is spread over an area
of 5 sq. km and it has seven gates, Jaswant Thada is
a white marble memorial built in memory of Maharaja
Jaswant Singh, followed by visit to Umaid Bhawan Palace
which is a majestic Palace building that presently functions
as a hotel and museum. Later take an excursion to Bishnoi
Village, the villagers known by cast “Bishnois”
Protectors of animals, wildlife and tree, there is a
list of 29 rules, among other things don't kill any
animals, don't cut down green trees, take from the fields
only what you need, etc. These 29 rules (Bish-noi means
'29' in the Hindi language) forms the base of the Bishnoi-philosophy.
Of course they are vegetarians and therefore they have
great respect for all living things. Sure they keep
buffaloes, sheep and goats but only for the milk, the
wool and the manure. Later visit to the local handicrafts
viz shoe makers, pottery hand weaving clothes and also
men in their traditional attire, women clad with ancestral
silver Jewellery, en-route watch and photograph wildlife
black buck, chinkaras, peacock etc. freely moving in
abundance of care by villagers. Later drive back to
Jodhpur for overnight stay.
11 Day:
Jodhpur - Jaisalmer (290 kms - 6 hours):
After breakfast drive to Jaisalmer en route visit to
Osian Village, ruins of an ancient city called Osian,
an oasis in the desert, a drive to this ancient township
takes one past undulating terrain, punctuated by desert
stretches and little hamlets. Osian has 15 beautifully
sculpted Jain and Brahmanical temples. Of these, the
most outstanding ones are the earlier Surya or Sun Temple
and the later Kali temple, Sachiya Mata Temple and the
main temple dedicated to Lord Mahavira. On arrival transfer
to the hotel. In the evening you can visit Gadisar Lake
in the main city or the local market to acclimatize
with the city atmosphere. Overnight stay at Jaisalmer.
12 Day:
Jaisalmer:
After breakfast take a sight seeing tour of Jaisalmer
covering Jaisalmer Fort - built on the highest point
of the Tricuta hill, consisting of 99 bastions. Outstanding
features are Megh Durbar & various temples, Salim
Singh-Ki-Haveli & Patwon-Ki-Haveli - some of the
beautiful mansions with stone carving and latticework
of breath taking intricacy, later after lunch drive
to Sam Sand Dunes - 45 kms en route visit the ancient
Temple of Lodurwa, Amar Sagar and Mool Sagar Complex,
built in 1815 AD, The complex also houses a summer palace
where some beautiful paintings and pictures are displayed.
On arrival at Sam Sand Dunes and transfer on Camels
and enjoy camel safari to discover the various sights
and sounds, the ruins and the temples in and around
Jaisalmer in an authentic and leisurely fashion with
entertainment by folk performers, visits to villages,
and chatter from colorful guides thrown in. After safari
drive back to Jaisalmer for overnight stay.
Note: Optionally you can stay
overnight at the Sam Sand dunes in luxury tented accommodation,
enjoying the starry night with ethnic food, folk dances,
bone fire and camel safari in dues in nights hours.
13 Day:
Jaisalmer - Bikaner (290 kms - 6 hours):
After breakfast checkout the hotel and drive to Bikaner.
En route visit to the massive Fort Pokharan, the town
Pokhran came to the limelight when several nuclear tests
were conducted here during the 1970's and the 1990's.
Pokharan Fort is Built in 1532-1584 the yellow sandstone
Pokhran fort, though not as grand a fort as some of
the others in Rajasthan has a few exquisite palaces
like the Mangal Niwas, the Rani Mahal and the Phool
Niwas or the Flower Palace, visit to Pokhran Museum:
housed inside the fort’s premises is fairly small
and contains an assortment of weapons, paintings, pottery
and the costumes which the Maharajas wore. After visit
continue to drive to Bikaner, on arrival transfer to
the hotel. Evening free for leisure and relax. Overnight
at the hotel in Bikaner.
14 Day: Bikaner - Mandawa
(275 kms - 5 hours):
After a early breakfast take sight seeing tour of Bikaner
covering Junagadh Fort - constructed between 1588 and
1593 by Raja Rai Singh, fort has a 986 meter long wall
with 37 bastions & two entrances, Bhand Sagar Temple
- The 16th century Jain temple, is the most important
of this temple complex. . Later return to the hotel
checkout and drive to Mandawa, en route to Deshnok to
see the Temple of Karni Mata - at this temple rats are
held sacred & roam freely within the temple complex.
Spotting a white rat in this temple is believed to by
lucky, continue to drive to Mandawa, on arrival transfer
to the hotel. Later rest of the day visit compact little
town of Shekhawati region comprising of Forts and Havelis
of beautiful frescoes Evening enjoy folk dance and music
while you dine at the courtyard of this Resort. Overnight
at hotel.
15 Day:
Mandawa - Delhi (275 kms - 5 hours):
After breakfast take a sightseeing tour of this town,
a painted arched gateway adorned with Lord Krishna and
his cows leads to the bazaar. Its Havelis still bear
witness to the rich & prosperous Marwari era of
the 19th century. Worth visiting are the Aath Haveli
complexes, Anandilal Poddar Haveli, Bansidhar Bhagat
Haveli & Chokhani Haveli. After visit checkout and
drive to Delhi on arrival at Delhi transfer to the International
airport to board the schedule flight for your hometown.
On departure the tour concludes with happy memories.
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