Itching to set your foot on the sandy dreamland called Rajasthan ? Then, hop on with us for a fabulous 16-day tour that sets up your date with sand dunes and camels at Bikaner and Jaisalmer, helps you explore the age-old Indian culture at Nagaur and Mandawa, gives you a peek into the spiritual town of Pushkar ( which has the world’s only temple of Lord Brahma ), drops you before the all-famous Clock Tower at Jodhpur and showcases ‘jannat’ ( paradise ) before you at the scintillating Udaipur.
Day 1:Arrive Delhi
Day 2:Delhi – Jaisalmer
Day 3:Arrive Jaisalmer
Day 4:In Jaisalmer
Day 5: Jaisalmer – Jodhpur +
Day 6:In Jodhpur
Day 7:Jodhpur – Udaipur
Day 8:In Udaipur
Day 9:Udaipur – Bundi
Day 10:In Bundi +
Day 11:Bundi – Jaipur
Day 12:In Jaipur
Day 13:Jaipur – Agra
Day 14:In Agra
Day 15:Agra – Delhi Depart
Day 1 : Immediate Occupancy
AWe have to book your hotel as no hotel will give you room from the middle of the night.
Day 2: Arrive Delhi
Meeting and assistance on arrival at the airport, our representatives welcome and escort you by a private car and transfer to the hotel, whilst the room keys and check-in is organized, our representative would hand over the documents and brief the tour programme to you. Overnight at the hotel.
Delhi City Tour And Board Overnight Train For Jaisalmer
After some rest take sightseeing tour of historic city visiting Old Delhi visiting the majestic Red Fort, a marvel in red sandstone, Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, both built by emperor Shah Jahan of Taj Mahal fame, Later sightseeing continues to visit New Delhi include Rashtrapati Bhawan, one-time imperial residence of the British viceroys; the India Gate, a memorial raised in honour of the Indian soldiers martyred during the Afghan war; Humayun’s Tomb, QutubMinar, built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynasty; Later in the evening you will be transferred to Delhi Railway station to board your overnight train for Jaisalmer. Night is on board.
Day 3: Arrive Jaisalmer
If the train reaches in time, then you will reach Jaisalmer nearly noon time. Get transferred to the hotel where you can leave full luggage at the hotel. Simply carry a small bag where you will spend your night in sam sand dunes in Jaisalmer. Embark on a camel safari to reach sand dunes of Thar Desert, Jaisalmer. Drive by jeep to the starting point, where your guide will take you deep inside the desert to the camping ground. The ride will take around 3 hours to reach there.
On reaching the campground the guide will catch a camp fire and shall cook conventional Rajasthani dinner whilst you can slacken yourself and watch the dusk. Please see that mineral water bottles and soft drinks will be available on direct payment bases. Snooze underneath the open sky on a camp style cot which will be offered with a pillow, sheets, mattress and blankets provided. Remember that you will not get organized bathroom conveniences thus carry toiletries with you, including hand sanitiser. Toilets are simple long drop style.
Note: Through winter months ( December and January ), temperatures in the desert can fall below zero. Hence we will tell you if this activity is doable or not. If not, then you will have a day trip to the Thar Desert instead of overnight stay. Some travelers might also like to bring a sleeping bag and base layers for camping in the colder months.
Day 4 :In Jaisalmer
Arise timely to adore the daybreak over the sand dunes before having a simple breakfast. The camel ride back to the starting point from the desert will take nearly 90 minutes. Go back to the city by jeep, where you can take an uncompelled visit to the Folklore Museum. This small museum exhibits printing blocks, musical instruments, religious artefacts and camel decorations, posing opinions into the cultural heritage of Jaisalmer.
Continue to explore Jaisalmer
This Golden City has stayed long as an epicenter for wandering tribes people who come for business in the meandering passageways and markets inside the walls of the Golden Fort, Jaisalmer. If possible pause at Jain temples, try for some shopping or examine the ornate havelis ( traditional Indian houses ) located all over the city.
Day 5: Jaisalmer – Jodhpur ( By Train )
Board your train for Jodhpur. This will a six-hour train ride ( Approx 300 Km / 3rd Class AC train ) crossing giant Thar Desert to blue city, Jodhpur. Have a walk to see the spots, plus a stopover to one of the aged markets in India, the Sadar Bazaar. Quibble over Bollywood soundtracks, bangles, leather shoes and colourful saris, or merely infuse up the oomph of a typical Indian market. Jodhpur is adobe to the best lassi in India, so make sure you try one.
Day 6: In Jodhpur
Today explore the massive Mehrangarh Fort. This is one of the biggest fort of India and is still run by Royal family of Jodhpur. Discover the palaces, galleries and weaponry inside the fortress walls and venerate great blue views of the city. Further if you want to have a peep of Rural Rajasthani life villages then take a tour of Bishnoi Village. Here you can see the rich heritage and cultural traditions of Bishnoi Tribes.
Day 7: Jodhpur – Kumbhalgarh – Ranakpur – Udaipur
Morning proceed to Kumbalgarh to explore Kumbalgarh Fort. This fort was built by Rana Kumbha. There is a legend that he took several attempts to make this fort, but was only successful after he made a human sacrifice. The main gate as Hanuman Pol has a shrine and a temple to honor this. The forts wall is asserted as the second largest in the world after the great China Wall. According to the myth, Rana Kumbha burned lamps that gave lights to the farmers who worked in the valley
It is also believed that it has a wall which is 38 km long. The fort has the second largest wall in the world after Great Wall of China. It is also the second largest fort after Chittorgarh Fort which you will explore later in the tour.
Continue your drive to Udaipur and watch stunning architectural Ranakpur Temples before checking at Udaipur hotel. Evening is free for leisure and rest in city of Lakes, Udaipur..
Day 8: In Udaipur
In the morning ensue for city tour of Udaipur, exploring City Palace built in 1559, a palace overlooking at Lake Pichola, added extras were completed to it by successive Kings of Udaipur regularly evolved turn out to be the biggest place in Rajasthan, chief attraction of Udaipur are Durbar Hall, Palace Museum and Jagdish Temple. Later visit Saheli Ki Bari that is a small ornamental garden built in the honour of Royal Ladies for leisure purpose and visit Lok Kala Mandal compilation of folk art items like folk dresses, ornaments, puppets ,masks, dolls folk musical instruments, folk deities and paintings. At dusk you can opt for boat ride at Lake Pichola, Overnight is at the hotel.
Day 9:Udaipur – Chittorgarh – Bundi
After breakfast, carry on to Bundi. On the way, stop for a visit of Chittorgarh Fort. Chittorgarh Fort complex stands on 700 acre area, on the banks of Berach River. The fort signifies Chattori Rajput (Hindu Warrior Caste) as they chose death rather surrendering in front of the enemies. The city hosts Rajput biggest festival as Jauhar Mela which commemorates the courageousness of Rajput ancestors.
Carry on to Bundi for your overnight stay.
Day 10 :In Bundi
One of the unexplored cities with a rich historical wealth. Bundi is surrounded by the Aravalli hills on the three sides and is circumscribed by a massive wall with four gateways. Interesting monuments including impressive medieval forts, palaces, havelis, temples with beautiful stone idols and chattris with carved pillars, along with a picturesque lake in the heart of the town, add to its charm. Bundi is very famous for its intricate carvings and murals.
Visit
Step-wells of Bundi: For anyone who wants to see the beauty of different types of stepwells, a visit to the township of Bundi is recommended. A number of stepwells have been made over a period of three centuries by members of the royal families as well as the people of Bundi who took interest in a worthwhile cause. Out of around 20 stepwells in the area, those worth a mention are Naval Sagar, Sisodiaji ki Baori, Purushottam ki Baori, Sukhi Baori, Manoharji ki Baori and RAmi ki Baori.
Taragarh Fort: The serpentine Taragarh Fort and its palace is what immediately strike visitors on arrival in Bundi. Rudyard Kipling who visited here a century ago wrote, “No human hand can create such a splendour; for only angels have that skill”. Taragarh is Bundi’s pride. This imposing fort was raised at a height of 500 meters atop a hill by Rao Bar Singh in the 13th century.
Night stay is in Bundi
Day 11: Bundi – Jaipur
After breakfast drive to Jaipur. On arrival at Jaipur check in at your hotel. Visit Birla Temple and optionally watch Aarti celebrations in the temple of Jaipur. Night stay is in Jaipur.
Day 12 : In Jaipur
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning experience the Elephant Ride at Amber fort. The view from this massive fort is spectacular and guests can explore the giant fort while enjoying an elephant ride.
Back in the city guests will make a visit to City Palace which is a fabulous example of opulence of Mughal era. Next on city tour is Hawa Mahal which is an erstwhile palace for royal ladies from where they used to watch the daily processions of the city. Also visit Jantar Mantar which is an ancient royal observatory.
Day 13: Jaipur To Agra
Morning drive to Agra. On the way visit Abhaneri Step wells. Abhaneri is prominent for ‘Baoris’, which are the unique invention of the natives for harvesting rain water. Amongst the other step wells, Chand Baori is the most popular one. This colossal step well is located in front of the Harshat Mata Temple. Chand Baori is one of India’s deepest and largest step wells. The huge tank with delicate carvings is certainly delightful to the eyes. Later drive to Agra. On the way visit Fatehpur Sikri, abandoned due to lack of water. Continue your drive to Agra for your overnight stay..
Day 14: In Agra
In the morning proceed to visit world famous TAJ MAHAL one of 7 Wonders, built by Mughal Emperor Shahjehan in memory of his queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. Later visit Agra Fort, which lies on the bend of the river Yamuna. Built by Akbar over 1565-73 AD, it was successively occupied and added to by Akbar, Jahangir and Shah Jahan. Overnight stay in Agra..
Day 16 : Agra – Delhi Depart
After breakfast check out from your hotel and drive to Delhi. On arrival at Delhi Airport board your flight for onwards journey. Tour Ends.
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Get a quick breakfast and get set for a tourbillion of the cacophonous Delhi and the romantic Agra. With our Delhi and Agra Taj Mahal package, you can explore the red brick monuments of the capital city and the great Mughal tomb of Taj in just one day. An awesome experience is guaranteed!
Watch Aarti Ceremony in temples of JaipurPersonal
Get a quick breakfast and get set for a tourbillion of the cacophonous Delhi and the romantic Agra. With our Delhi and Agra Taj Mahal package, you can explore the red brick monuments of the capital city and the great Mughal tomb of Taj in just one day. An awesome experience is guaranteed!
Watch Aarti Ceremony in temples of JaipurPersonal
Get a quick breakfast and get set for a tourbillion of the cacophonous Delhi and the romantic Agra. With our Delhi and Agra Taj Mahal package, you can explore the red brick monuments of the capital city and the great Mughal tomb of Taj in just one day. An awesome experience is guaranteed!
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