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Duration: 15 Days / 14 Nights Tours to
Rajasthan
Destinations Covered: Delhi - Jaipur - Mandawa
- Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Khuri - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
- Udaipur Delhi in the Travel to Rajasthan
Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive at Delhi the capital city of India and take
some rest. Spend the night at Delhi Hotel.
Day 02: Delhi
Next morning explore New Delhi and its attractive
tourist places and markets. Visit India Gate, drive
past President House, Qutab Minar & Humayun's tomb
in the Tours in Rajasthan.
India Gate is constructed as a cenotaph and was built
in the memory of 90,00 soldiers who laid down their
lives during world war I. Located at Rajpath, India
Gate is 42 m high and is admired relaxation area during
the summer evenings. India Gate also act as popular
picnic spot during winter in the Explore Rajasthan
Tour.
Qutab Minar, the 239ft sandstone tower is an Indo-Islamic
architectural wonder of ancient India and is the largest
tower in India. Spend the night at Delhi Hotel.
Day 03: Delhi
Morning guided tour of old Delhi covering Red Fort,
Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat etc. After lunch go for shopping
at Delhi' s famous market place Chandni Chowk, Sarojini
Nagar and other places as well. Explore other attractions
as well like lotus temple, Kali Mandir , Zoo or additional
sightseeing.
The largest of old Delhi's monuments is the Lal Quila,
or the Red Fort, the thick red sandstone walls of which,
full with turrets and bastions, have withstood the vagaries
of time, and nature.
It is the country's largest mosque, where thousands
of Muslims offer prayers. It lies opposite the Red Fort
and is bounded by a large number of shops, which deal
in a selection of goods. The great mosque of Old Delhi
is both the largest in India and the final architectural
excessiveness of Shah Jahan with a courtyard capable
of holding 25,000 devotees. Raj Ghat is a memorial to
the Father of The Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. Spend the
night at Delhi Hotel.
Day 04: Delhi/Jaipur
Morning depart for Jaipur (260 km/6 hr.) En route
visit Neemrana Fort Palace.
Neermana Fort Place is India's oldest Heritage Resort.
The property covers 25 acres/10 hectares and the 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.
In the afternoon visit Jaipur City covering City Palace,
Palace of winds & Jantar Mantar (Observatory). "Jantar
Mantars" incorporate multiple buildings of unique
form, each with a specialized function for astronomical
measurement. Spend the night at Jaipur Hotel.
Day 05: Jaipur/Mandawa
Next morning visit Amber Fort and take a majestic
Elephant ride.
The fort is built with white marble and red sandstone
and looks even more striking because of the Maota Lake
in the foreground. The fort in itself is a gorgeous
sight to behold but as one looks on the fort with its
clear reflection on the lake in the front; one cannot
help but wonder if it is a dream or a beautiful illusion.
Amber Fort also called the Amer Fort is a must-see if
you are visiting Rajasthan. After having lunch drive
to Mandawa which is about 166 km away from Amber Fort.
Spend the night at the Hotel.
Day 06: Mandawa
Visit buildings at the bazaar, beautiful temples
and intricate merchant Havelis (mansions). In the heart
of the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan lies the gorgeous
small town Mandawa, known throughout the state for its
forts and havelis. The structures of this place remind
one of the cultural and social hotspot this place used
to be in the bygone era. Spend the night at the Hotel
room.
Day 07: Mandawa/Bikaner
Next morning depart for Bikaner which is 190 km
away from Mandawa. Arrive Bikaner by noon.
If ever beauty has prospered in a desert, it has been
at Bikaner. Founded in 1488 AD by Rao Bika Ji, it boasts
imposing palaces, beautiful and richly sculptured temples
of red and yellow sand stones display some of the finest
creations of Rajput civilization. Spend the night at
the Hotel room.
Day 08: Bikaner/Jaisalmer
Next day drive to Jaisalmer which is about 7 hours
journey from Bikaner. En route visit Fort Pokhran. It
is primarily a 14th century citadel and stands as a
paragon amidst the Thar Desert. Arrive Jaisalmer in
the evening. Spend the night at the Hotel room.
Day 09: Jaisalmer/exc. Khuri
Next day take an exciting trip to Khuri (40 km/1
hr.), an oasis village located in the sand dunes. Enjoy
the thrilling Camel safari in the sand dunes of Khuri.
Spend the night at the Hotel.
Day 10: Jaisalmer
Visit Jaisalmer next morning and explore the city.
Jaisalmer induces a dramatic picture of utter magic
and vividness of the desert. The intimidating terrain
not with standing the warmth and color of people is
simply over whelming. One of the main draws is the daunting
12th century Jaisalmer Fort.
Day 11: Jaisalmer/Jodhpur
Drive from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur which is about 6
hours journey and covers almost 280 kms. Arrive Jodhpur
in the afternoon and visit the famous Mehrangadh Fortress
& Umaid Bhavan Palace museum. Jodhpur is a popular
tourist destination featuring several gorgeous palaces,
forts and temples apart from stark scenic desert landscapes.
Spend the night at the hotel.
Day 12: Jodhpur/Ranakpur
Next morning enjoy the exciting morning safari ride
all along the countryside. . Visit Bishnoi hamlets,
Raika herdsmen, bird rich lakes, potters, weavers, leather
craftsmen and wildlife habitats. Drive to Ranakpur in
the afternoon (160 km/4 hr.) Ranakpur is located in
the mountain ranges of Pali district, 23 kms. away from
the Phalna railway station. Ranakpur is reached after
passing verdant green valleys and streams and the heart
capturing views drive away any exhaustion of the journey.
Spend the night at the hotel room.
Day 13: Ranakpur/Udaipur
Ranakpur is famous for its exquisite temple architecture.
The Ranakpur Jain Temple were built during the reign
of the liberal and gifted monarch Rana Kumbha in the
15th century. Drive to Udaipur (96 km/3 hr.) in the
afternoon and arrive at Udaipur in the evening. Spend
the night in the hotel room.
Day 14: Udaipur
Next day visit Udaipur and visit City Palace, Sahelion-ki-Bari
and Jagdish temple. In the afternoon visit the other
tourist places and explore the local markets and handicrafts.
Day 15: Udaipur/Delhi
Connect flight to Delhi in the morning. Arrive Delhi
and transfer to the hotel. Spend the night in the hotel
and cherish the wonderful memories.
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