Desert Tour of
Rajasthan Destinations cover : Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Mandawa, Bikaner,
Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Ranakpur, Udaipur, Pushkar
Duration: 14 Days
Spread across the erstwhile princely state of Rajasthan is large number of Palaces
and estates that were once home to the Royal families that ruled over India.
This
history, bristling with memories, some pleasant others less so, seats of intrigue
of coronations, royal residences where durbars were once staged. Of 22 Princely
state and innumarable Thikans or seats of residence of the aristocracy, small
clutch of them have been converted into heritage hotels, These former royal residence
which members of the royal family have continued to inhabit for generations altogether
are repositories of a gracious lifestyle, a way of living that has all but passed
into the realms of fantasy.
Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi
Meet and greet at the airport and 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- Qutub Minar graceful and well sculptured and
stands 75 meters, Lotus Temple. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 03 : Delhi/Mandawa
Morning
breakfast at hotel and drive to Semi desert region of the shekhawati is colourful
fantasy having a fascination uniquely of its own. 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
03 : 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
city tour of Bikaner visit well preserved Junagarh Fort built in 1593 AD by Raja
Rai Singh one of the distinguished General in the Army of mighty Mughal ruler
Akbar and Fort was improved by the following successors. Lalgarh Museum the architectural
masterpiece in red sand stone, the palace was built by Maharaja Ganga singh in
the memory of his father Maharaja Lal singh. 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 04 : Bikaner/Jaisalmer
Morning
breakfast at hotel and proceed to Jaisalmer "Rising from the heart of the
Thar desert like a golden mirage". Jaisalmer is a 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
05: Jaisalmer
Morning breakfast at hotel and leave for city tour visit
Fort The Golden hued fort is a sentinel to the bleak desert scape from its 80
metre high perch on the hill, housing the entire township within its ramparts.,
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, Jain temples 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
06: Jaisalmer/Jodhpur
Morning breakfast at hotel and drive to Suncity Jodhpur.
Upon arrival check in at hotel. Afternoon visit Mehrangarh Fort 125 meters high
above the plains founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 AD., 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, a feature extolled by
resident guides as some thing of a miracle and Umaid Bhawan Palace, Only Palace
built in mid 20th century in India. Overnight at hotel.
Day 07 : Jodhpur/Ranakpur/Udaipur
Morning breakfast at hotel and drive to Lake city of Rajasthan 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. Thereafter proceed for Udaipur Upon arrival check in at hotel. Overnight
at hotel.
Day 08: Udaipur
Morning breakfast at hotel and leave
for city tour of udaipur visiting City Palace - The largest palace complex of
Rajasthan 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 09 : Udaipur/Pushkar
Morning breakfast at hotel
and drive to Holy city 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 10 : Pushkar/Jaipur
Morning
after breakfast at hotel and 0800 hrs drive to Jaipur- The picturesque and ancient
capital of Rajasthan built by Raja Sawai Jai Singh in 1727. Enroute visit Fatehpur
Sikri - The deserted capital of Mughal emperor Akbar. 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. Thereafter continue your
drive to Jaipur, upon arrival check in at hotel. Rest of the day free. Overnight
stay at the hotel.
Day 11: 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 12 : Jaipur/Fatehpur
Sikri/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. Afternoon 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 emperor left their foot prints. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day
13 : 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
14: 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 | The Grand Intercontinental | The
Connaught | | Mandawa | Castle
Mandawa | Surajgarh Fort | Indra
Vilas | | Bikaner | Laxmi
Niwas Palace | Bhanwar Niwas | Lalgarh
Palace | | Jaiselmer | Gorbandh
Palace | Rang Mahal Palace | Anand
Vila | | Jodhpur | Ummaid
Bhawan Palace | Taj Hari Mahal | Ajit
Bhawan | | Udaipur | Taj
Lake Palace | The Grand Laxmi
Vilas | Hotel Rang Niwas | | 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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