15 Nights / 16days
Delhi >> Mandawa >> Bikaner >> Jaisalmer >> Jodhpur >> Ranekpur Temples – Udaipur >> Chittorgarh – Bundi >> Pushkar > Ajmer – Jaipur >> Agra >> Delhi
Rajasthan has long been regarded as the real home of traditional Maharaja’s, besides a land packed with Forts and Palaces of Maharaja’s, it is also home to a large population of tribals of whom the Bhils and Minas form the largest groups. Stay in a Palace hotel, enjoy a ride on Camel’s back, dine and dance in sand dunes. Discover a whole new world as you meander down the centuries, while you are on following trail.
Day 01 – Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi. Meet/transfer to hotel. Check-in. Rest of the day free to relax.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 02 – Delhi
In the morning take a city tour covering Laxmi Narayan Temple, India Gate, Parliament House,Qutab Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, Connaught Place.
In the afternoon take a city tour of Old Delhi covering Jama Masjid, Chandni Chow, Red Fort, Raj Ghat.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 03 – Delhi – Mandawa (215 kms / 4-5 hours approx.
Today drive to Mandawa : a compact little town of Shekhavati region, Arrive and check in into hotel. In the afternoon visit Havelis & beautiful frescoes. The medieval fort of Mandawa gradually rises on the horizon like a mirage. A painted arched gateway adorned with Lord Krishna and his cows leads to the bazaar. Overnight at hotel.
Day 04 -Mandawa – Bikaner (195kms / 4-5 hours approx.)
In the morning drive to Nawalgarh – the town where the finest of the Shekhavati’s frescoes can be seen. It’s havelis still bear witness to the rich & prosperous Marwari era of the 19th century. Worth visiting are the Aath Haveli complex, Anandilal Poddar haveli, Bansidhar Bhagat haveli & Chokhani haveli. Drive to Bikaner – Vale of Serenity, upon arrival check in into hotel. Evening free to relax. Overnight at hotel.
Day 05 – Bikaner
Today enjoy city tour covering Junagadh Fort – constructed between 1588 and 1593 by Raja Rai Singh, fort has a 986 metre long wall with 37 bastions & two entrances, Bhand Sagar Temple – The 16th century Jain temple, is the most important of this temple complex, Camel Breeding Farm – a unique experience where you can ride on a camel & have perhaps the first taste of camel’s milk. Overnight at hotel.
Day 06 – Bikaner – Jaisalmer (335 kms / 6-7 hrs approx)
In the morning drive to Jaisalmer – The Citadel City, Arrive and check into hotel. Afternoon free to relax or enjoy the city atmosphere. Overnight at hotel.
Day 07 – Jaisalmer
Today we enjoy a city tour covering Jaisalmer Fort – built on the highest point of the Tricuta hill, Sun Gate. Outstanding features are Megh Durbar & various temples, Salim Singh-Ki-Haveli & Patwon-Ki-Haveli – some of the beautiful mansions with stone carving and lattice work of breath taking intricacy, Lodurva – A masterpiece of architectural grandeur.
Afternoon, trip to Sam Village as no trip to Jaisalmer is complete without a visit to the most picturesque dunes at Sam Village, the last point of the region beyond which it is totally under Army’s control being very close to International Border with Pakistan. The ripples on the wind-caressed dunes create enchanting mirages. Adventure freaks can go out on a camel safari- getting the real feel of the desert on the camel back and also witnessing the spectacular sunset in the desert/sand dunes. Post visit, drive back to Jaisalmer. Overnight at hotel.
Day 08 – Jaisalmer – Jodhpur (285KMS / 5-6 HOURS APPROX.
Today morning drive to Jodhpur – The Desert enchantment, arrive and check in into hotel.
Rest of the day free to relax /orientation drive through the city markets.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 09 – Jodhpur – Ranekpur – Udaipur (250 kms. / 4-5 hrs approx).
Morning, city tour covering Mehrangarh fort – unsurpassed in beauty & grandeur, it is one of the largest forts in India. Innumerable palaces in the fort, interspersed with sprawling courtyards, are intricately carved Jaswanthada – The 19th century royal cenotaph, a creation in white marble, Clock tower – The timely treasure of Jodhpur.
Post sightseeing, leave Jodhpur and drive to Udaipur, enroute visiting Ranekpur Temple – the Jain Temple complex.
On arrival Udaipur, check-in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 – Udaipur – Chittorgarh – Bundi ( 260 kms / 5-6 hours approx)
Morning, leave Udaipur and drive to Chittor Garh, about 95kms, the small town of Chittorgarh – which resonates with stories of Rajputana bravery, pride and passion. The bards of Rajasthan sing tales of courage and sacrifice recounting stories that are known to every child and adult in the city. Chittorgarh is named after its most imposing structure, the Chittorgarh Fort which stands atop a 180 metre high hill and is spread across 700 acres.
After the visit, continue your drive to for another 165 kms to reach Bundi, a princely state for a princely stay, in the northwest of India, lies the district of Bundi, in the Hadoti region of the royal state of Rajasthan. In ancient times, the area around Bundi was apparently inhabited by various local tribes. Bundi is home to some of the most magnificent palaces, majestic forts, its baolis (meaning water wells or step wells), haves, temples and chhatris with carved pillars. It is of great historical significance as it has been a witness to many battles and legendary tales of valor. Bundi is blessed with a plethora of nature along with a beautiful pattern of rivers and lakes and some enchanted waterfalls.
Upon arrival, check-in at hotel. Rest of the day is free to explore the town and its local surroundings and markets.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 11 – Bundi – Pushkar ( 190 kms / 4-5 hours approx.)
Morning, leave Bundi and drive to Pushkar, the religious town for Hindus, famous for its yearly Cattle Fair (more popularly know as Pushkar Fair held in every Novemver) and the only Lord Brahma (the creator) Temple in India and the holy Pushkar lake.
On arrival, check-in at Hotel. Rest of the day to take a city tour of the small town covering Jagat Pita Shri Brahma Temple, Apteshwar Mahadeo Temple – dedicated to Lord Shiva (the destroyer) nd the holy Pushkar Lake, always full of devotees offering their prayers to this holy Lake.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 12 – Pushkar – Ajmer – Jaipur (165kms / 3 – 4 hours)
Morning, leave Pushkar and drive to Jaipur, enroute visiting the famous Muslim prilgrimage of Ajmer Sharif Dargah of Sufi Saint Moinuddin Chishti, entered through a high gateway with silver doors. The grave of the saint is surrounded by a silver railing.
After the visit to Durgah, continue your drive to arrive at Jaipur and checkin at hotel.
Rest of the day free to relax / orientation drive of the city and its local markets.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 13 -Jaipur
In the morning take an excursion to Amer fort with joy ride on an Elephant. In the afternoon take a city tour covering City Palace – occupies a large area divided into a series of courtyards, gardens & buildings and a perfect blend of Rajasthani & Mughal architecture, Royal Observatory – An observatory with some rare qualities to its credit, Nawab Sahab Ki Haveli – and the Bazaar etc. Overnight at hotel.
Day 14 -Jaipur – Agra (235 kms / 4-5 hours approx.)
Today morning drive to Agra enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri (Old Deserted town of Mughal Dynasty) Jama Masjid / The Buland Darwaza / Palace of Jodha Bai/Birbal Bhawan & Panch Mahal.
On arrival check in into hotel. Rest of the day free to relax / orientation drive through the city local markets.
Evening, enjoy a Theatrical presentation, an hour’s show depicting the history behind the making of Taj Mahal and the famous lovestory of Emperor Shajehand and his Queen Mumtaz Mahal.
Over night at hotel.
Day 15 – Agra – Delhi (210 kms / 4 hours approx)
Morning, sightseeing of Agra visiting Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Itmad-ud-daulah, drive through the city markets etc..
Afternoon, leave Agra and drive back to Delhi.
Upon arrival, check-in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 16 – Departure Delhi
Morning, transfer to airport in time to connect flight for your journey back home / onward destination.
