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Mysterious Rajasthan |
| Day 01
Delhi |
Arrive Delhi meeting on arrival and
transfer to hotel.
Rest of the day free for independent
activities.
Book your tour |
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| Day 02
Delhi |
Enjoy full day sightseeing tour of : -
New Delhi: designed and built by the British in the
1920 it’s a city of wide boulevards impressive Government
buildings, green parks and gardens. First you will visit two
monuments from Delhi’s past Humayun’s Tomb and Qutab Minar.
Then your drive takes you along the ceremonial avenue,
Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate and Parliament
House.
Old Delhi: an ancient walled city. Here you will see
Red Fort, the most opulent Fort and Palace of the Moghul
Empire; Raj Ghat, the memorial site of the Mahatma Gandhi;
Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India and Chandni Chowk,
the bustling and colourful market of the old city.
Overnight at the Hotel. |
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| Day 03 Delhi -
Mandawa |
Leave Delhi for Mandawa by surface.
In the afternoon enjoy sightseeing tour of Mandawa: A small town in the Shekawati region of
Rajasthan with a unique medieval charm. The streets are lined
with richly painted houses and each town is bustling with
activity.
Overnight at the Hotel. |
| Day 04 Mandawa -
Bikaner |
Leave Mandawa for Bikaner by road.
In the afternoon enjoy sightseeing tour of Bikaner: a desert fortified city on the ancient caravan
routes that originated from Africa and West Asia. 32 Kms. from
Bikaner is Deshnoke, famous for its Rat Temple (Karni Mata
Temple).
Overnight at the hotel. |
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| Day 05 Bikaner -
Jaisalmer |
Leave Bikaner for Jaisalmer by surface.
Rest of the day free for independent
activities.Overnight at the Hotel. |
| Day 06
Jaisalmer |
In the morning enjoy sightseeing tour of Jaisamer : the citadel city built in the 12th century
is an architectural dream in yellow sandstone lying in the
lonely silence of the Thar Desert. The Forts and palaces and
several superbly carved Jain Temples in and around Jaisalmer
are all reminiscent of a glorious history.
In the afternoon visit : -
Sam: 40 Kms from Jaisalmer are the silver gold sand
duncs of Sam. A camel ride at sunset, as the sky is set on
fire, and Rajasthani musicians paly haunting tunes, can be and
unforgettable experience. Overnight at the Hotel. |
| Day 07 Jaisalmer -
Jodhpur |
In the morning leave Jaisalmer for Jodhpur by
road.
Afternoon free for your independent activities.
Overnight at the Hoel. |
| Day 08
Jodhpur |
In the morning enjoy sightseeing tour of Jodhpur : The home of the Rathore rulers - the princely
State of Rajasthan. A high 10 Kms. long stone wall protects
the well-fortified city. Within, stands an imposing Fort on a
low range of sandstone hills, about 125 mtrs. above the
surrounding plains.
Visit Mehrangarh Fort- founded in 1459 AD by Rao Jodha
(after whom the city is named) the Fort is intricately adorned
with long carved panels and latticed windows of exquisite
designs in red sandstone. Also visit Jaswant Thada- an
imposing white marble cenotaph built to commemorate the acts
of bravery and generosity of the rulers in 19th
century.
Afternoon free for your independent activities.
Overnight at the Hotel. |
| Day 09 Jodhpur -
Udaipur |
Leave Jodhpur in the morning for Udaipur by road and
enroute visit: -
Ranakpur: famous for the quadruple Jain temple
dedicated, like the temples at Mount Abu to Adinath. The whole
structure has 80 domes and of 400 pillars. Continue your drive
for Udaipur.
Rest of the day free for independent activities.
Overnight at the Hotel. |
| Day 10
Udaipur |
In the morning enjoy sightseeing tour of Udaipur City: Visit the City Palace Museum - grandeur
and intricacy stroked all over in granite, marble and mosaic
displayed in the sparkling white filigreed balconies and
windows, ornate arches and cupolas atop magnificent octagonal
towers, Jagdish Temple - built in 1651 AD. Also visit Sahelion
Ki Bari- the spectacular garden displaying the unique life
style of the royal ladies who once lived in the
palaces.
Afternoon at leisure. In the evening enjoy a
most memorable boat ride with the reflections of the majestic
Lake Palace Hotel at its best against the setting sun.
Overnight at the Hotel.
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| Day 11 Udaipur - Ajmer |
Leave Udaipur in the morning for Ajmer by road and
enroute visit:
Chittorgarh: home of the brave, 115 Kms east of
Udaipur. The road to the citadel of Chittor Zig Zag steeply
for a couple of Kms and passes through seven huge gates, each
with watch towers and great iron spiked doors. The tower of
victory is over 35 metres high and has nine storeys served by
a winding staircase. It is covered from top to bottom with
carvings, depicting the social life of the time.
Continue your drive for Ajmer. Overnight at the
Hotel.
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| Day 12 Ajmer -
Jaipur |
In the morning enjoy sightseeing tour of Ajmer City: Founded in the 11th century is the holy
city of the Muslims. The Taragarh fort, Anna Sagar - an
artificial lake, Akbar’s palace and the Durgah - Mausoleum of
Khwaja Moinuddin-Chisti a Muslim holy man all combine to give
the city its historical and religious importance.
Continue your drive for Jaipur.
Rest of the evening free for independent activities.
Continue your drive for Ajmer.
Overnight at the hotel. |
| Day 13
Jaipur |
Enjoy morning sightseeing tour of Amber Fort: 11 Kms. from Jaipur - a marvellous example
of Rajput architecture with its terraces and ramparts
reflected in the Mata Lake below. The ascent to the Fort is on
gaily caparisoned elephants. The Fort interior has various
royal halls decorated with intricate ivory work, exquisite
wall paintings and tiny mirror chips, which create a
tantalising reflection effect.
In the afternoon sightseeing tour of Jaipur City: City Palace Museum - an imposing blend of
traditional Rajasthani and Mughal Art. The museum is
resplendent with its collection of robes of royal princes,
carpets, and armoury of old weapons, miniature paintings
portraying court scenes, battle scenes and processions, Jantar
- Mantar (Observatory)- an accurate observatory built in 1726
AD; Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds)- a five storeyed wonder with
a spectacular pyramidal facade and overhanging windows with
latticed screens, domes and spires.
Overnight at the hotel. |
| Day 14 Jaipur -
Delhi |
In the morning leave Jaipur for Delhi by road and upon
arrival check in at hotel.
Rest of the day free for independent
activities.
Overnight at the hotel. |
| Day 15
Leave Delhi |
| Transfer from hotel to international airport in time to
connect your flight back home. |