Duration : 14 Nights / 15 Days
Destinations : Delhi - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer – Jodhpur - Udaipur - Ajmer – Pushkar - Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra
Day - 1Arrive Delhi
Arrive New Delhi International airport / Domestic Airport / Railway Station. On arrival you are greeted with a traditional Indian welcome and transfer to hotel. Overnight at Delhi.
Delhi - the capital of kingdoms and empires is now a sprawling metropolis with a fascinating blend of the past and the present. Delhi is a perfect introduction to the composite culture of an ancient History.
Day - 2Sightseeing Tour of Delhi
Morning after breakfast full day city tour of New & Old Delhi. Visit Jama Mosque largest masque in India Drive pass to the Red Fort ( Monday Close ), Raj Ghat; a memorial to Mahtam Gandi father of nation, enjoy the cycle Rickshaws ride with the narrow lane through the bazaar.
Afternoon tour of New Delhi , Rajpath, the capital’s broadest avenue for a look at Parliament. The President’s House, India Gate, Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar. Overnight at hotel.
Optional (i) (Evening enjoy Light & Sound Show at Red Fort - Close Monday)
Day - 3Delhi – Mandawa By Surface (Approx 235 KM – 6 Hrs)
Morning after breakfast at the hotel and drive to Mandawa (the city of forts & havelis) in the state of Rajasthan, India. Upon arrival in Mandawa, check in at hotel. Later in the afternoon proceed for sightseeing of Mandawa. Visit the forts, palaces, and havelis of Mandawa. Located in Shekhawati region of Rajasthan, Mandawa is well-known for its beautiful paintings which can bee see in its forts, havelis, palaces, and castle. Overnight at the hotel.
Day - 4Mandawa - Bikaner By Surface (Approx 190 KM – 3 Hrs)
Morning after breakfast drive to Bikaner. Upon arrival in the Camel City - Bikaner founded by Rao Bika Ji in the year of 1488 AD. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Later in afternoon visit the magnificent Junagarh Fort. The foundation of the fort was laid in the year of 1593 by Raja Rai Singh. Raja Rai Singh was a general in the army of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Rest of the fort was improved by the successors of Raja Rai Singh, Tuk-Tuk Ride in the Old Bikaner city. Overnight at hotel.
Day - 5Bikaner – Jaisalmer By Surface (Approx 330 KM – 6 Hrs)
Morning after breakfast drive to Jaisalmer. Jaisalmer: is a giant sandcastle with a town attached, an emblem of honour in a land of rough and tumble. The fort is a living monument to long-lost desert might, a Golden City of dreams that exceeds expectations of the most travel-sick tourist or hardened history buff. Rising high from Trikuta hill, 99 enormous bastions hide havelis of crumbling beauty, and former Raj retainers, who now raffishly run guesthouses or flog bedazzling mirror work and embroidery. Like a Hansel and Gretel wonderland, the enclosed palace is carved from the same near-edible golden sandstone.
Upon arrival at Jaisalmer. Check in to the hotel, Later in the evening visit the abandoned haunting village of Kuldhera. Overnight at hotel.
Day - 6Sightseeing Tour of Jaisalmer
Morning after breakfast City tour of Jaisalmer. Also known as the Golden City of India, Jaisalmer is located in the heart of the vast Thar Desert. Visiting the fort, Jain Temple, Nathmal ki Havelli, Patwon Ki Havelli and Gari Sagar. Palaces are all built of yellow stone. The city is a mass of intricately carved buildings, facades and elaborate balconies.
Jaisalmer Fort - The oldest living Fort in the world. In the evening go to the Sam Sand Dunes to visit the stunning sunset by camel ride. Overnight at hotel.
Day - 7Jaisalmer – Jodhpur By Surface (Approx 290 KM – 5 Hrs)
Morning after breakfast drive to Jodhpur: history revolves around the Rathore Clan. Rao Jodha, the chief of the Rathore clan, is credited with the origin of Jodhpur in India. He founded Jodhpur in 1459. The city is named after him only. It was previously known as Marwar. The following paragraphs will tell you more about the past of Jodhpur, Rajasthan.The Rathores were driven out of their original homeland, Kaunaj, by Afghans. They fled to Pali, near to the present day Jodhpur. Rathore Siahaji married the sister of a local prince. This helped the Rathores to establish and strengthen themselves in this region. In some time they ousted the Pratiharas of Mandore, just 9 km of today's Jodhpur. Initially, Mandore served as their capital, but, by 1459, Rathores felt a need for a secure capital. This lead to the formation of Jodhpur, the Sun City, by Rao Jodha.
Upon arrival at Jodhpur meet with our representative and transfer to hotel. check in to hotel. Later in the afternoon visit to the Mehrangarh Fort: situated on a low sandstone hill. Within the fort, visit Moti Mahal and Phool Mahal. Also visit Jaswant Thada, an imposing marble cenotaph, built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant singh II around 1899 and Umaid Public gardens. Overnight at the hotel.
Day - 8Jodhpur – Udaipur By Surface (Approx 260 – 4 Hrs)
Morning after breakfast at the hotel and drive to Udaipur. Udaipur: formally known as the city of lakes. Udaipur, the capital of the former princely state of Mewar is a beautiful city in Rajasthan, India. Udaipur is also referred to as the "Venice of the East" the "Most Romantic City of India" and the "Kashmir of Rajasthan". Udaipur the “City of Lakes” is one among the most romantic and most beautiful cities of India. The city of Dawn, Udaipur is a lovely land around the azure water lakes, hemmed in by the lush hills of the Aravalis. A vision in white drenched in romance and beauty, Udaipur city of Rajasthan state is a fascinating blend of sights, sounds and experiences - an inspiration for the imagination of the poets, painters and writers. Their reflection in the placid waters of the Lake Pichhola is an enticing sight. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day - 9Udaipur
Morning after breakfast city tour of Udaipur. Enjoy picturesque lake Pichola set on the backdrop of Aravali hills, established in 1559 by Maharana Udai Singh, is nicknamed as ‘Kashmir of Rajasthan’ or ‘Venice of the East’, owing to its natural beauty; enchanting location and picturesque surroundings. The City Palace museum, the Jagdish temple, Sahelion Ki Bari (Queen’s resort for their friends) Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir (Folk art museum) and the Pratap Memorial. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day - 10Udaipur - Ajmer – Pushkar By Surface (Approx 280 KM - 4 Hrs)
Morning after breakfast drive to Pushkar enrout visit Dargah of the Great Sufi Saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti stands, is a sacred centre of pilgrimage. Hallowed by the memories of the great saint, Ajmer has earned the epithet of “ Madinatul Hind or the Madina of India”. Devotees of all sects and faiths come here as the saint’s blessings are infallible for all.Each year, the followers of the master congregate here from all parts of the world on the occasion of the annual festival of Urs to pay their obeisance to seek the Saint’s blessings for fulfillment of wishes. Visit the Dargah Sharif. Construction of the shrine was completed by Humayun and the gates were added by the Nizam of Hyderabad. Later Shah Jahan constructed a mosque of white.
has 11 arches and a Persian marble.
Continue your drive to Pushkar . Pushkar one of the most sacred cities of Rajasthan, India. The holy city of Pushkar is so sacred that no alcohol, meat, fish, eggs, etc are allowed within the city. The city is predominantly known for its religious significance, the temples, the Pushkar Lake, and The Pushkar Camel Fair & Festivals. The main temple of the city is the temple of Lord Brahma. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Afternoon visit the Lord Brahma Temple with Pushkar Lake and discover the local colour full bazaar.. Overnight at the hotel.
Day - 11Pushkar – Jaipur By Surface (Approx 150 KM – 3 Hrs)
Morning after breakfast drive to Jaipur- The origins of the beautiful city can be traced back to the eighteenth century, during the reign of Jai Singh II who ascended the Amber throne in 1699. Jaipur today, the spirit of Rajputana. In-spite of growing into a bustling metropolis, it still retains its character and history - A beautiful fusion of the and modernity. It is popularly known as the Pink City because of the extensive use of the locally abundant pink plastered stone, Jaipur thrills the soul with its massive forts, magnificent palaces. Upon arrival check on at hotel. overnight at hotel.
Day - 12Jaipur
Morning after breakfast full day city tour of Jaipur. Visit the majestic Amber Fort with colour full painted Elephant - the ancient capital of the state until 1728 Photo stop for a summer palace (know as Jal Mahal ). Afternoon Visit City Palace, the palace was built by Sawai Jai Singh II between 1729 and 1732 AD . Jantar Mantar (Observatory) The site was built by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Jaipur, from 1723 , (Hawa Mahal) Wind Palace was built in 1799. The Hawa Mahal design for ladies of the Royal household to watch the going to the street while theme self remaining hidden for the public view. Overnight at hotel.
Optional (i) Evening Cooking Classes
Optional (ii) Eleday - One of the most natural parks, where elephants are just being their usual kindly selves, Eleday provides an introduction to these big, friendly giants with a painting Sesh, decoration, feeding of bananas, washing them in a pool, and even cooking for them.
Where you can also paint on the Elephant and a lot of fun. Overnight at hotel.
Day - 13Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra By (Surface 240 KM – 5 Hrs)
Morning after breakfast drive to Agra. En route visit the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri - the impressive sandstone fortress was built in the 16th century and only occupied for a few years before being abandoned, leaving the buildings in virtually perfect conditions. Upon arrival in Agra check in at hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day - 14Agra City Tour
Morning after breakfast drive to Agra. En route visit the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri - the impressive sandstone fortress was built in the 16th century and only occupied for a few years before being abandoned, leaving the buildings in virtually perfect conditions. Upon arrival in Agra check in at hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Taj Mahal Close on Friday
Day - 15Agra - Delhi - Home
Morning after breakfast drive to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi freshen up and relax at the hotel. Enjoy last minute shopping in Delhi. Later in the evening drive to the Airport / Railway station for your home/onward destination.
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