Heritage Tour of
Rajasthan Destinations cover : Delhi, Neemrana, Mandawa, Bikaner,
Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Deogarh , Pushkar, Jaipur, Agra
Duration: 17
Days ?
Nothing exemplifies the spirit of Rajasthan better than its
Majestic forts and palaces, Impressive gateways, gardens courtyards, temples,
along with collection of rare manuscripts and miniature paintings make for awesome
sight. Several of this Heritage sites have converted into luxurious hotels. Where
you can have closer look into the life of the Rajputana families of yesteryears.
The palaces and forts of Rajasthan brought together all that awes excellent
in rajput and Mughal architecture Opulent ornaments a lavish use marble, beautifully
manicured gardens and intricate paintings are just some of the striking features
of these places.
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/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 09: Jodhpur/Ranakpur/Udaipur
Morning breakfast
at hotel and 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 Heritage hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day
10 : 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
11: Udaipur/Deogarh (135 kms)
Morning breakfast at hotel and drive to Deogarh.
Upon arrival check in at Heritage hotel. Afternoon explore the Village and the
Deogarh Mahal. Overnight at hotel.
Day 12: Deogarh/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
13 : 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
14: 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- An 18th century observatory and Birla Mandir.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 15 : 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. 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
there foot prints. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 16 : 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 17: 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 | | 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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