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Incredible Rajasthan
Duration : 14 Nights / 15 Days
Places Covered : Delhi - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
- Udaipur - Deogarh - Jaipur - Agra
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Company representatives will receive you on arrival at the international
airport in Delhi. Transfer to your hotel. Overnight stay will be at Delhi.
Delhi is just not a city but it is a book-- a book which narrates the history
of India. The city was built and destroyed seven times and has been witness
to the various events which has brought India through the history books.
Seven times this city went through the pain of being built and rebuilt.
Today as the capital of India Delhi is the seat of administration and
the monuments which tell the saga of a bygone era stand there. These icons
are testimony to the grandeur of past and also an attraction for the tourists.
With an area of 1483 sq. Kms, Delhi is all set to acquire full statehood.
The charm of Delhi has attracted Emperors, Conquerors and poor in equally.
It is correctly said that Delhi is a land of 'Dilwalas' or for people
with heart. This phrase acquires a true colour when one goes around the
lanes of Delhi.
Day 2: Delhi
After breakfast our travel guide takes you for tour of Delhi visiting
Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana - the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal
Nehru, Jama Masjid and drive past Red Fort and Chandni Chowk. Afternoon
visit Qutub Minar built by Qutub-ud-Din Aibek in 1199, Humayun's Tomb,
India Gate (War Memorial Arch ), Lakshminarayan Temple - a modern Hindu
Temple. Also drive past President's House, Parliament House, Government
Secretariat Buildings and Connaught Place shopping centre. Overnight stay
at Delhi.
Day 3 : Delhi - Mandawa (250 Km).
After early breakfast drive to Mandawa and on arrival, check in at hotel.
Rest of the day visit Havelis in and around Mandawa. Overnight stay at
Mandawa
Shekhawati is a colourful fantasy having a fascination uniquely of its
own. The open-air art galley, as it is popularly called, is famous for
its plethora of painted havelis, all commendable pieces of the rich artistic
tradition of this region. It is famous for its Havelis (mansion) built
by rich merchants of the region, display a unique architectural style
that evolved around the courtyards to ensure safety and privacy of the
women folk and protection from the heat of the long and harsh summers.
The Havelis, painted predominantly in blue, maroon, yellow, green and
indigo have beautiful wall paintings that adorn their walls.
Day 4 : Mandawa - Bikaner (190 Km).
After breakfast drive to Bikaner. Arrive Bikaner & check in hotel.
Relax for sometime then our travel guide would assist you for tour of
Lallgarh Palace, Camel Breeding farm and the Fort Museum. Overnight stay
at Bikaner
Bikaner, the royal fortified city, with a timeless appeal in the North
State of Rajasthan, retains the medieval splendour that pervades the city's
lifestyle. More popularly called the camel country, the city is renowned
for the best riding camels in the world. This city stands on a slightly
raised ground and is circumscribed by a seven-km long embattled wall with
five gates. The magnificent forts and palaces, in reddish-pink sandstone
created with delicacy, bear testimony to its rich historical and architectural
legacy. Undulating lanes, colourful bazaars and bright and cheerful folks
make the visit Bikaner an interesting experience. Visit the Junagarh Fort,
built in 1593 AD by Raj Rai Singh, one of the best in Rajasthan. It comprises
of 37 palaces with pavilions, mosaic courtyards, carved balconies, kiosks
and windows dotted all over the structure. The Shish Mahal, the Grand
Durbar Hall, the 17th century Karan Mahal, Anup Mahal and the Phool Mahal
bring to life the grandeur of a bygone era. The Fort museum has a rare
collection of Sanskrit and Persian manuscripts and miniature painting.
Day 5 : Bikaner - Jaisalmer (330 Km)
Early Morning drive to Jaisalmer enroute visit the rat temple at Deshnoke.
On arrival in Jaisalmer, check in at hotel. Overnight stay at Jaisalmer.
The 600 year old Karni Mata Temple at Deshnok (30 kms) is dedicated to
Karni Mata - an incarnation of Goddess Durga. The most interesting thing
about the temple are the rats who scamper freely within the sanctum sanctorum
of the temple and are regarded as sacred and are fed by priests and devotees
owing to the belief that they will be reincarnated as holy men.
Day 6 : Jaisalmer
After breakfast at hotel. Our travel guide takes for you whole day sightseeing
of the desert city of Jaisalmer, located on the edge of Thar Desert. Visit
the magnificent Jaisalmer Fort, Patwon Ki Haveli and Salim Singh Ki Haveli.
These havelis or mansions are known for their carved balconies, brackets
which are supreme example of typical Rajasthani art. Also enjoy an evening
camel ride at the Sam Dunes Overnight stay at Jaisalmer.
Rising from the Thar Desert like a golden mirage is the city of Jaisalmer.
The Jaiselmer fort etched in yellow sandstone stands with all its awesome
splendour. The life within the citadel conjures up images of medieval
majesty visible in its narrow lanes strewn with magnificent palaces, havelies,
temples and typical desert life of men women cattle and camels. The 80
meter high fort, perch on the hill, houses the entire township within
its ramparts. It has enchanting narrow lanes dotted with exquisite havelis,
beautifully sculptured Jain temples of the 12th-15th century and palaces.
The fort is approached through four gateways -Akhaiya Pol, Ganesh Pol,
Suraj Pol and Hava Pol. Some of the most exotic mansions or havelis, all
intricately latticed, are strewn all over Jaisalmer each with a different
facade. The Havelis of Nathmalji, Patwon and Salim Singh all in Yellow
Marble of Jaisalmer are exquisite works of art. A camel safari through
the interesting and remote desert villages of Roopsi, Doojasar, Kanoi,
Kuldara and the Cenotaphs of Barabagh can be interesting. The villages
are very special, as different communities inhabit them.
Day 7 : Jaisalmer - Jodhpur (280 Km)
After Breakfast at Hotel proceed to Jodhpur. Upon arrival at Jodhpur,
our travel representative meets and transfers you to the hotel. Overnight
stay at Jodhpur.
Day 8 : Jodhpur
After breakfast our tour guide takes you for a sightseeing of Jodhpur
including the Mehrangarh Fort Museum, Jaswant Thada, the cremation spot
for the royal family. Come back to the hotel for lunch and later visit
the ancient capital of Marwar - Mandore. Overnight stay in Jodhpur
At the edge of the Thar Desert, the imperial city of Jodhpur echoes with
tales of antiquity in the emptiness of the desert. The massive 15th century
AD Mehrangarh Fort looms on the top of a rocky hill, soaring 125 mts.
above the plains. A high wall encompasses the city -10 km long with 8
gates and innumerable bastions. The lifestyle in Jodhpur is unusually
fascinating with people wearing lovely multi hued costumes, artistically
designed. Shopping in Jodhpur bazaars is a heady experience with a colourful
display of the rich collection of exquisite handicrafts. The tie-and-dye
fabric, embroidered "jutis" or slippers in suede, camel skin,
velvet and leather, beautiful silks, durries, marble souvenirs from Makrana,
an extensive range of useful and decorative items etc., are of interest.
he Mehrangarh fort is one of the most impressive and formidable structures.
Invincible from the outside, the fort has four gates approached by a winding
road. Within the fort are some magnificent palaces with marvellously carved
panels with latticed windows These palaces house a fabulous collection
of trappings of Indian royalty including a superb collection of palanquins,
elephant howdahs, miniature paintings of various schools, musical instruments,
costumes and furniture.
Day 9 : Jodhpur-Udaipur (275 Km)
After breakfast drive to Udaipur - also known as the City of Lakes. In
route visit the famous Jain temples at Ranakpur built between the late
14th and mid 15th century. Upon arrival our representative transfers you
to the hotel. In the evening enjoy your leisure activities overnight stay
at Udaipur.
Day 10 : Udaipur
After breakfast our travel guide takes you for tour of Udaipur, one of
India's most romantic cities and famed for its lovely palaces and lakes.
Begin by visiting the City Palace and wandering through its beautiful
rooms and apartments, then continue on to the Garden of Maidens "Sahelion-ki-bari'.
Late afternoon enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Pichola. Overnight stay at
hotel.
Udaipur : The city of Lakes, Located in the Aravalli ranges of Rajasthan,
the city of Udaipur is situated at a distance of about 405 km from the state
capital Jaipur. The City of Dawn, surrounded by the ancient Aravali Mountains
and set on the edge of three lakes, is a brilliant kaleidoscope of narrow
lanes flanked by bright stalls, gardens, lakes, palaces and temples. The
city is famous for its palaces, lake, museums, temples, and gardens and
much more.
Day 11 : Udaipur - Deogarh (30 Km)
After breakfast drive to Deogarh and On arrival, check-in at Deogarh Mahal.
It is an archtectural marvel. Visit the typical traditional village, lake,
temple. Overnight stay at Devigarh.
Day 12 : Deogarh - Jaipur (395 Km)
After breakfast drive to Jaipur and on arrival in Jaipur, assistance at
check in. Rest of the day free for independent activities. Overnight in
Jaipur
Day 13 : Jaipur
After breakfast our travel guide accompanies you on a visit to some popular
tourist places of the city. Visit the majestic Amber Fort in outskirt
of Jaipur. We take a elephant ride to the fort. Then proceed to the City
Palace, the Hawa Mahal and the observatory. Evening we take a rickshaw
ride in old walled city of Jaipur.Overnight stay at Jaipur.
Jaipur - the capital of Rajasthan is colour washed pink - the colour
associated with hospitality in Rajput culture. This Pink City of fairy tale
palaces, rugged fortresses perched on barren hills and broad avenues is
picturesque. The first planned city of its time, a formidable wall encircles
Jaipur. Morning Drive past by Hawa Mahal, known popularly as the Palace
of Winds, is a facade built for the Ladies of the Royal household in the
19th century. The Amber Fort, the capital of the erstwhile State of Jaipur
until 1728 is perched on a hill. It has halls of Public and Private audience,
a Sheesh Mahal (hall of mirrors) various marble palaces which are marvelous
examples of ancient Rajput architecture. The Temple of Amba (Mother Goddess),
the patron deity of the Royal family is at the entrance to the palace. Ride
an elephant to ascend the hill on which the Fort is situated.
Day 14 : Jaipur - Agra (230 Km)
After breakfast drive to Agra, en route visit Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur
Sikri the deserted, red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar
as his capital and palace in the 16th century. Also visit the Buland Darwaza
the largest gateway in the world. On arrival at Agra check in hotel. Overnight
stay at Agra
Taj Mahal
One of the Seven Wonders of the World, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in
the memory of his beloved consort Mumtaz Mahal. This beautiful mausoleum
took 22 years to complete with a work force of 20,000 craftsmen and master
builders, who came from all over Asia to join in this great work from
Baghdad, Shiraz, Delhi, Samarkand and Turkey. The marble, India s finest;
was quarried at Makrana near Jodhpur. Precious and semi precious stones
were imported from distant lands : Jasper from Punjab, Jade & Crystal
from China, Turquoise from Tibet, Lapis from Afghanistan and Ceylon, Chrysolite
from Egypt, Amethyst from Persia, Agate from Yemen, Malachite from Russia,
Diamonds from Golconda and Mother of Pearl from the Indian Ocean. Overnight
at the hotel.
Day 15 : Agra - Delhi (210 Km)
After breakfast our travel guide takes you for sightseeing tour of Agra,
covering places like Taj Mahal - the most extravagant monument ever built
for love Mumtaj Mahal by Emperor Shah Jahan in 1633. Agra Fort - visit
of Agra Fort is must since so many incidents took place here. Late afternoon
departure for Delhi. We ensure timely transfer to International Airport
for back home flight with sweet memories of India.
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