Culture of Rajasthan
Tour Places to Visit : Delhi, Neemrana, Mandawa, Khimsar, Jaisalmer,
Osian, Jodhpur, Kumbhalgarh, Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Kota, Bundi, Pushkar, Jaipur,
Agra
Duration : 19 Nights / 20 Days
Rajasthan has always fascinated
people from all over the world with the grandeur of its forts, palaces and architecture
of its havelis. It is the place with rich culture; Rajasthan has everything under
the sun except for beaches and snow-clad mountains. On the other hand, there is
the vast expanse of the Thar desert and sand dunes in the west and on the other
there are the lakes, hills and greenry around Udaipur. A drive almost anywhere
in Rajasthan will punctuated by fort on distant ridge or a pavilion next to a
seasonal pool. The local women wear colourful cotton lenghas (skirts) or saris,
the men magnificient turbans.
Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
Arrive at
New Delhi airport. Meeting and assistance at airport followed by transfer to hotel.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 02: Delhi
Morning breakfast at hotel
and followed by combined city tour of old and new Delhi visiting Mughal monuments
like the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Rajghat- the place where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated,
Humayun Tomb and drive pass to British landmark such as India Gate, President
house and Govt. Secretariat. Also visit 12th century Minaret- Qutab Minar graceful
and well sculptured and stands 75 meters, Lotus Temple. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day
03 : Delhi/Neemrana
Morning after breakfast drive to Neemrana. Arrive and
check in at hotel. Afternoon visit Neemrana Fort Palace now turned into the one
of the oldest heritage hotel of India built in 1464 AD in rock cut Aravali hills
and local sightseeing of Neemrana visiting 11 storey deep step well and local
traditional village. Evening explore the Fort Palace- stepped palaces of this
architectural jewel cut into the hillside to sprawl over 3 acres/1.2 hectares
and rises to 10 levels commanding the most splendid views. Including a vista pool
to the horizon. From 1986, the ruins of this Fort-Palace have been sensitively
restored and reconstructed. The rooms are furnished with an eclectic mix of traditional
Indian and colonial furniture antiques and objects d'art. Overnight at hotel.
Day
04 : Neemrana/Mandawa
Morning breakfast at hotel and drive to Semi desert
region of the Shekhawati is colourful fantasy having a fascination uniquely of
its own and home of the marwaris, India's mercantile community. This region is
also known as "The Open air art gallery". Upon arrival check in at hotel.
Afternoon city tour visiting world famous old painted Havelies and rich painted
frescoes which speak of rich cultural heritage of the region also visit local
surrounding villages experiencing the daily village life. Overnight at hotel.
Day
05 : Mandawa/Bikaner
Morning breakfast at hotel and drive to Bikaner -the
royal fortified city with timeless appeal. Lying in the north of the Thar Desert,
the city is dotted with many sand dunes. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Afternoon
leave for city tour visiting well-preserved Junagarh Fort built of Red sand stone
give the impression of rich inlay of pietra dura and apartments are merely richly
painted. Lalgarh Museum the architectural masterpiece in red sand stone its facade
is almost entirely composed of the pierced stone screens called jaails. Palace
has beautiful lattice work and filigree work. Also visit Asia's biggest camel
breeding farm to watch different breeds of Camels. Overnight stay.
Day
06: Bikaner/Jaisalmer
Morning breakfast at hotel and drive to Jaisalmer
- The place to simply wonder and get lost. It is a small place totally unspoiled
and very remote. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Evening visit the sunset point
and witness the most spectacular sun set with gold all around reflecting on the
ramparts and atop terraces The setting sun turning Jaisalmer into beautiful golden
brown. Overnight at hotel.
Day 07: Jaisalmer
Morning breakfast
at hotel and leave for city tour visit The Golden hued Fort built of Jurassic
yellow sandstone housing the entire township within its ramparts its houses palaces
and old Jain temples dating back to 12th- 15th century. Also visit Some of the
most exotic mansions or Havelis all intricately latticed are strewn all over Jaisalmer
are Nath Mal ji Ki haveli, Salim Singh Ki haveli and the Patwon Ki Haveli, and
Gadisar Lake. No trip to Jaisalmer complete without a trip to the most picturesque
dunes of Sam evening visit Sam sand dunes and enjoy Camel ride at sand dunes.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 08: Jaisalmer/Osian/Khimsar
Morning breakfast
at hotel and drive to Khimsar – stand on the edge of Thar Desert. Enroute
visit Osian - The ancient town of Thar Desert an archaeologist delight surrounded
by golden sand dunes, it has sixteen Brahamanical and Jain temples beautifully
sculpted and designed. Thereafter continue your drive to Khimsar upon arrival
check in at hotel. Afternoon visit local tribal villages, group of wild deers,
sand dunes by Jeep Safari. Evening explore the art and architecture, in house
museum of the Fort. Overnight at hotel.
Day 09 : Khimsar/Jodhpur
Morning
breakfast at hotel and drive to Jodhpur – The Sun city known for fascinating
history is replete with sagas that tell the tales of proud kings, brave warriors,
court intrigues, colourful stories of velour and romance. city visiting magnificent
Mehrangarh Fort standing sentinel to the grandeur of the past, and houses a palace
houses with rich collection of palanquins, howdas, royal cradels, miniature paintings
etc. Down the road from Mehrangarh fort is Jaswant Thada, an attractive marble
memorial to Maharaja Jaswant Singh some sections of the thin marble walls are
translucent feature extolled by resident guides as some thing of a miracle and
Umaid Bhawan Palace, Only Palace built in mid 20th century in India this palace
is also known as Chittar Palace as local chittar stone is used it is splendid
example of Indo-colonial style. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10: Jodhpur/Kumbhalgarh
/Udaipur
Morning breakfast at hotel and drive to Kumbhalgarh, enroute visit
Small quaint village, Rohet is home to several artisans and visitors can also
visit Bishnoi settlements with their scrubbed homes and flamboyantly dressed and
bejeweled Women later drive to Kumbhalgarh. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Afternoon
city tour of Kumbhalgarh visiting second biggest Fort of Asia " and second
to Great Wall of China. Kumbalgarh Fort " built by one of the strongest King
of Mewar Maharana Kumba in 15th century to built chain of Forts to protect his
motherland. Continue drive to Udaipur. Enroute visit Ranakpur temple exquisite
architectural Jain temples amidst the peaceful Aravalli range three storyed structure,
with 29 halls, 80 domes and 1,444 pillars and no two pillars are alike every pillar
is intricately carved with equal delicacy. Then continue your journey to Lake
city - Udaipur Upon arrival check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day
11: Udaipur
Morning breakfast at hotel and leave for city tour of Udaipur
visiting City Palace - The largest palace complex of Rajasthani is a completely
white structure standing majestically on a hill surrounded by crenellated walls.
Lake palace or Jag niwas - one of the most beautiful palaces of the world, Jag
Mandir - The island palace was commenced Maharana Jagat Singh and Jagdish Temple,
Sahelion Ki Bari (Garden of the Maids) etc. Evening optional visit to Lok Kala
Mandir for cultural program on direct payment basis. Overnight at hotel.
Day
12 : Udaipur/Chittorgarh/Kota
Morning breakfast at hotel and drive to Kota.
Enroute visit Chittorgarh town known for its massive fort atop a hill. This quintessence
of Rajput heroism, Chittorgarh is proud witness of the bravery and chivalry of
its inhabitants. Other places to see are The Palace of Rana Kumbha, Vijay stambh
or Tower of Victory, Kirti Stambh or Tower of Fame etc. Thereafter continue your
drive to Kota upon arrival check in at hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight
at hotel.
Day 13 : Kota
Morning breakfast at hotel and followed
by City tour of Kota visiting Garh (Palace Fort) the impressive fort stands like
a sentinel over the present day Chambal valley project, City Palace which has
marvelous mirror work, ebony and ivory inland doors and houses an impressive collection
of Rajput miniature paintings, Chambal garden, Brij Vilas Palace houses rare collection
of coins, manuscripts and collection of Hadoti sculpture, and Jag mandir and aesthetic
monument built in middle of Kishore sagar. Overnight at hotel.
Day 14:
Kota/Bundi/Pushkar
Morning breakfast at hotel and drive to Holy city Pushkar.
Enroute visit Bundi - The named after Bunda, a Meena Chieftain. Bundi nestles
along a narrow gorge in the hillstown have fascinating Hada Palaces, like Chhatra
Mahal or Palace of Tower, Taragarh Fort - The star fort most majestic white fort
crowning the wooded hill, Chitrashala, Sukh Mahal, etc. Thereafter continue your
drive to Pushkar upon arrival check in at hotel. Afternoon Visit the Only temple
of the Lord Brahma in the world on the bank of Pushkar lake and also you can see
the Pushkar fair ground famous for the Annual fair being held every year in the
month of November. Overnight at hotel.
Day 15 : Pushkar/Jaipur
Morning
after leisure breakfast at hotel and drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival check in at
the hotel. rest of the day at leisure Evening optional visit to Raj Mandir cinema
hall on direct payment basis. Overnight at hotel.
Day 16 : Jaipur
Morning
after breakfast and leave for full day city tour to Amber fort and ride the hill
on the back of decorated elephant and to the Pink city (Jaipur) built in the 1727
A. D. To visit Hawa Mahal - Palace of winds , City Palace Complex which houses
the rare and rich collection of ornaments, arms, royal costumes, carpets and decorative
art objects of traditional Rajasthani and Mughal art and architecture. , Jantar
Mantar- A 18th century observatory and Birla Mandir. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day
17: Jaipur/Agra
Morning breakfast at hotel and drive to Agra. Enroute visit
Fatehpur Sikri - The city of victory beautifully preserved. The sandstone mansions
of Sikri are experiments in art and architecture and to a great extent uphold
Akbar's ideals and visions. Later continue your drive to Agra upon arrival check
in at hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 18:
Agra
Morning breakfast at hotel and leave for City tour of Agra visiting
world famous Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonder of the world. A pristine monument
of undying love and also visit the rusty red sand stone Agra fort. The first of
the great Mughal buildings where three Mughal emperors left their foot prints.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 19: Agra/Delhi
Morning breakfast
at hotel and drive back to Delhi. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Rest of the
day at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 20: Delhi
Morning
breakfast at hotel. In time meeting at the hotel and transfer to airport for onward
journey. Hotel check out at 1200 noon.
| Suggested
Hotels | | Place | Hotel
A ( Luxury) | Hotel B ( Deluxe) | Hotel
C ( Budget) | | Delhi | The
Imperial | Intercontinental The
Grand | The Connaught | | Neemrana
| Neemrana Fort Palace | Neemrana
Fort Palace | Neemrana Fort
Palace | | Mandawa
| Castle Mandawa | Surajgarh
Fort | Surajgarh Fort | | Bikaner
| The Grand laxmi Niwas | Bhanwar
Niwas | Lalgarh Palace | | Khimser
| Khimser Fort |
Khimser Fort | Khimser Fort | | Jaiselmer
| Gorbandh palace | Rangmahal
Palace | Anand Vila | | Jodhpur
| Ummaid Bhawan Palace | Taj
Hari Mahal | Ajit Bhawan | | Udaipur
| Taj Lake palace | The
Grand Laxmi Vilas | Hotel Rangniwas | | Deogarh
| Deogarh Mahal | Rawla
Jhojhwar | Rawla Jhojhawar | | Pushkar
| Pushkar Bagh | Pushkar
Fort | Pushkar Fort | | Jaipur
| Raj Vilas | Alsisar
Haveli | Mandawa Haveli | | Agra
| Amar Vilas | Jaypee
Palace | Howard Park Plaza |
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