Rajasthan - Land Of Maharaja's (17 Days)
Delhi | Mandawa | Bikaner | Jaisalmer | Jodhpur |
Udaipur | Pushkar | Jaipur | Agra
Day 01 : Arrive New Delhi
Arrive
New Delhi airport & transfer to hotel. Delhi - An international
metropolis with excellent tourist spots, recreational facilities, and a
history that goes back to antiquity. It offers a multitude of interesting
places and attractions to the visitor. Evening is free to relax. Overnight
stay in Delhi.
Day 02 : City Tour
After breakfast proceed for sightseeing tour of Delhi Visit Red Fort - The
Red Fort with red sandstone walls, popularly known as the Lal Qila extends
for two kms and varies in height from 18 metres on the river side to 33
metres on the city side. India Gate - At the center of New Delhi stands the
42m high India Gate, an "Arc-de-Triomphe" like Archway in the
middle of a crossroad. Almost similar to its French counterpart war
memorial. Qutab Minar - Among all the monuments in Delhi, perhaps this is
the most famous. 15 kms south of Delhi, stands the soaring tower of victory,
the Qutab Minar. The buildings in this complex, date from the onset of
Muslim rule in India. Jama Masjid - Jama Masjid or the Jami Masjid was built
by the Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan, between 1644 and 1658 and is the final
architectural piece built by him. Situated in the ancient town of Old Delhi,
this pride of the Mughals was built by five thousand artisans & Chandi
Chowk. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 03 : Drive Delhi - Mandawa (270 kms)
Early today drive to Mandawa - In the heart of the Shekhawati region of
Rajasthan lies the beautiful small town Mandawa, known throughout the state
for its forts and havelis. The structures of this place reminds one of the
cultural and social hot spot this place used to be in the bygone era.
Day 04 : City Tour
After
breakfast proceed on full day sightseeing tour of the Shekhawati Region
(Fatehpur & Nawalgarh) - known as 'the open- air art gallery'. This
region is famous for the exterior decoration of the Havelis depicting an
endless range of topics. Overnight stay in Mandawa.
Day 05 : Drive Mandawa - Bikaner (250 kms)
Early today drive to Bikaner - A dust swirling desert town, Bikaner's
finest sight is its fort, with dazzlingly rich interiors. Visit the Junagarh
Fort, Lalgarh Palace, Camel breeding farm & the famous Karni Mata
Temple. Arrive & check in. Overnight stay in Bikaner.
Day 06 : Drive Bikaner - Jaisalmer (335 kms)
After breakfast drive to Jaisalmer - The name evokes a vivid picture of
sheer magic and brilliance of the desert. The exotic, remote, and beautiful,
Jaisalmer is one of Rajasthan's best-loved tourist destinations. Local
colour and warmth prevail over the inhospitable and forbidding terrain,
imbuing the medieval town with a special magic. Arrive & check in.
Evening is free for leisure / shopping. Overnight stay in Jaisalmer
Day 07 : City Tour
After breakfast proceed on sightseeing tour, visit the Jaisalmer Fort, Old
city & Havelis - exquisitely carved in sandstone. This desert town is on
a former trade route between Persia and China. Late afternoon depart to the
Sand Dunes of Thar Desert and enjoy a spectacular sunset. Experience a camel
/ jeep ride on the sand dunes. Evening return to hotel. Overnight stay in
Jaisalmer.
Day 08 : Drive Jaisalmer - Jodhpur (290 kms)
Drive to Jodhpur - This land of royalty is a glittering jewel set in the
golden sands of barren desert landscape. The light that reflects of the
golden sands engulf a land renowned for its vibrant colours, people in the
bright clothes and beautiful jewellery, living in city dotted and dominated
by towering fort and palaces that rise from sand like a mirage. Late
afternoon arrive & check in. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay
in Jodhpur.
Day 09 : City Tour
After
breakfast proceed for sightseeing tour, visit the Mehrangarh Fort - Situated
at an altitude of about 125 metres, the Mehrangarh Fort is spread over an
area of 5 sq. km in the heart of the city. Jaswant Thada - a white marble
memorial built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant II in 1899 A story goes that
Maharaja Jaswant succumbed to injuries in this place while fighting the
Mughal king Jahangir. Umaid Bhawan Palace - Made of marble and pink
sandstone, the construction of the Umaid Bhawan started in 1929 and it took
16 years to complete it. It is believed that the palace was constructed to
give employment to the famine-struck population of Jodhpur. This majestic
building is presently the residence of the former rulers with a part of it
running as hotel and remaining part as a museum. Mandore Gardens, the
Government Museum and Zoo, Old Fort Museum and Balsamand Lake and Gardens
are other attractions. Evening is free to explore the bazaars. Overnight
stay in Jodhpur.
Day 10 : Drive Jodhpur - Udaipur (280 kms)
Early today drive to Udaipur. Enroute visit the temple town of Ranakpur -
The exceptionally beautiful complex, is one of the largest & most
important Jain temples in India. It is located in remote valley of Aravali
Ranges & is certainly worth seeing. The Chaumukha Temple (Four Faced)
was built in 1439 with 29 halls & 1444 pillars - no two crafted pillars
are alike. Later continue your drive to Udaipur. Arrive late afternoon &
check in. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay in Udaipur.
Day 11 : City Tour
Today after breakfast proceed for city tour of Udaipur - If Jaipur is a
city in pink, Udaipur is a study in white. The city is famous for its
palaces, lake, museums, temples, and gardens. The City Palace and Museum is
considered as the largest palace complex in Rajasthan and its museum has
stunning collection of objects collected by different Maharanas of Udaipur
over the centuries. The Picholia Lake, Udai Sagar, and Pratap Sagar are some
of the most beautiful lakes in the state. Some other attractions in the city
are the Jagdish Temple, Saheliyon Ki Bari, Jag Mandir, Pratap Memorial.
Evening is free for leisure / shopping. Overnight stay in Udaipur.
Day 12 : Drive Udaipur - Pushkar (300 kms)
Early today drive to Pushkar - It is a small, magical desert- edged town.
It is an important Hindu Pilgrimage centre, with one of the world's few
Brahma Temples. Arrive & check in. Later visit the ghats & witness
the pilgrims taking a ritual dip in the lake. Evening is free for leisure.
Overnight stay in Pushkar.
Day 13 : Drive Pushkar - Jaipur (160 kms)
After
breakfast drive to Jaipur - The city of Jaipur is capital to the northern
Indian state of Rajasthan, famous for its colorful culture, forts, palaces,
and lakes. The city is mirror to every thing that Rajasthan signifies, be
its culture, tradition, society, and, most important, the people. The old
city of Jaipur has neat and broadly laid-out avenues, all painted pink, and
that gives a magical glow to the city, especially in the evenings. Arrive &
check in. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay in Jaipur.
Day 14 : City Tour
Today proceed for half day excursion to Amber Fort : 11 kms north of Jaipur
is the ancient capital. The fort is superb example of Rajput architecture,
stunningly situated on a hall side overlooking a lake. Here you have the
opportunity to ascend the fort on Elephant's back (depending on
availability) alternately by jeeps. Later proceed on city tour. Jaipur
offers a plethora of touristic attractions to the traveller visiting Hawa
Mahal (Palace of Winds) - Constructed in 1799 is one of the major landmarks
in Jaipur. This 5 storey building overlooking the main street is a stunning
example of Rajput artistry, with pink delicately honeycombed sandstone
windows. It was built to enable ladies of the royal house to watch the
everyday life & processions of the city. City Palace : In the heart of
the old city, it occupies divided into series of courtyards, gardens &
buildings. The Palace is a blend of Rajasthani & Mughal architecture.
Jantar Mantar : Next to the entrance to the City Palace. An observatory
begun by Jai Singh in 1728. His passion for astronomy was even notable than
his prowess as a warrior. Evening is free to relax / shopping. Overnight
stay at Jaipur.
Day 15 : Drive Jaipur - Agra (240 kms)
After breakfast drive to Agra - In Uttar Pradesh. Located about 204 km
south of Delhi in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, Agra is one of the most
famous tourist spots of the country. The city, situated on the west bank of
river the Yamuna, is known world over as home to a wonder of the world, Taj
Mahal. Enroute visit Fatehpur Sikri - the city of Fatehpur Sikri served as
the capital of the Mughal empire between 1570 and 1586 during Akbar's reign.
Late afternoon arrive & check in. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight
stay in Agra.
Day 16 : City Tour
By sunrise visit the world famous Taj Mahal (closed on Fri's) - one of the
seven wonders of the world, a mausoleum built by Emperor Shahjahan in memory
of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Return to hotel for breakfast. Later
proceed for visit to Agra Fort - The high red sandstone ramparts of this
great monument stretch for almost 2.5 km, dominating a bend in the river
Yamuna, northwest of the Taj Mahal. The foundation of this majestic citadel
was laid by the Emperor Akbar, and it developed as a stronghold of the
Mughal Empire under successive generations. Evening is free for shopping
activities. Overnight stay in Agra.
Day 17 : Departure
Today transfer to Delhi airport for your flight to onward destination.
End of a memorable tour !!!
Tariff Chart :
| Destination |
Standard Hotels |
Tour cost per person
Validity : May to Sep 2008
Request for rates valid Oct 2008 onwards |
US $ 1255
(twin sharing) |
| New Delhi |
Central Plaza |
| Mandawa |
Heritage Mandawa |
| Bikaner |
Heritage Resort |
| Jaisalmer |
Heritage Inn |
| Jodhpur |
The Mapple |
| Udaipur |
Paras Mahal |
| Pushkar |
Pushkar Palace |
| Jaipur |
Om Tower |
| Agra |
Howard Park Plaza |
Package Includes :
- Accommodation for 17 days / 16 nights in well appointed double room
- Daily breakfast at all hotels on tour
- Transportation by air conditioned Tata Indica car as per itinerary
- Services of local English speaking guide during sightseeing tour
- Camel / Jeep ride on Sam Sand dunes, Jaisalmer (subject to weather
conditions)
- Boat ride on lake Pichola, Udaipur (subject to weather conditions)
- Elephant / Jeep ride at Amber Fort, Jaipur
- Driver allowances, fuel, parking interstate permits, toll charges &
Govt taxes
Package Excludes :
- Any air / train fare to destination on tour
- Meals other then specified
- Entrance fees to monuments
- Items of personal nature viz, laundry, tele con, mineral water,
insurance, etc
- Anything not specifically mentioned under package includes section
