Day 01 : Abroad - Delhi
Arrive at New Delhi International
airport. You will be met on arrival and transfer
to the hotel.
Overnight at hotel
Day 02 : Delhi
Breakfast at the hotel.
This morning you will be given the sightseeing
tour of Old Delhi. Visit the former centre of
Mughal Power, Old Delhi offers ancient monuments,
narrow streets and bustling bazaars. Visit the
vast Red Fort, built in 1648, the Jama Masjid,
the greatest mosque in India and completed in
1658 by Shah Jahan who also built the Taj Mahal,
and the Raj Ghat, the simple memorial to Mahatma
Gandhi.
In the Afternoon sightseeing tour of New Delhi
- drive past the stately government buildings
of the British Era designed by Lutyens, including
the India Gate & the Presidential Palace.
Continue onto the beautiful Humayuns tomb of
the Mughal era & predecessor of the world
famous Taj Mahal. End the tour at the towering
minaret of Qutab Minar.
Overnight at hotel
Day 03 : Delhi - Jaipur
Breakfast at the hotel.
Leave Delhi for Jaipur by road. Upon arrival
in Jaipur, check in at the hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure to explore the city
on your own.
Overnight at the hotel
Day 04 : Jaipur
Breakfast at the hotel.
This morning you will be given excursion to
Amber Fort. Amber
Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur
City. At the foot of the hill you will mount
your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady
climb up to the main gate, making your entrance
in the time honoured fashion. The Fort, completed
in the early 18th century, took over 100 years
to build and now, although deserted, offers
a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of
the Moghul ruling families.
In the afternoon you will be given the city
tour of Jaipur. Your tour will include the imposing
City Palace, still home to the Maharaja although
several of the rooms are now open to the public.
Many antiques and artefacts belonging to the
ruling family are housed here, including a collection
of weaponry. You will also visit the Hawa Mahal,
"Palace of the Winds", and the open-air
Jantar Mantar Observatory to see the vast astronomical
instruments. Enjoy a stroll through the colourful
bazaar before returning to your hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 05 : Jaipur - Mahensar
Breakfast at the hotel.
Proceed to the village of Mahensar.
En-route visit the town of Mandawa which lies
in the heart of Shekhawati. A painted arched
gateway with lord Krishna and his cows adorns
the entrance that leads to the bazaar. Look
up at the beautiful Shekhawati temples and wander
through the streets where mansions of rich merchants
are adorned with elaborate frescoes.
Reach and you will be welcomed at the MAHENSAR
CASTLE by the last THAKUR (Ruler) of Mahensar.
Relax for the day in the beautifully frescoed
suite room of the Castle.
Overnight at Mahensar.
Day 06 : Mahensar - Bikaner
Breakfast at the castle.
Leave Mahensar for Bikaner by road.
Arrive Bikaner and check in at hotel.
Rest of the day free.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 07 : Bikaner
Breakfast at the hotel.
This morning you will be given the city tour
of Bikaner.
Visit the CAMEL BREEDING FARM IN BIKANER - The
only one in Asia.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 08 : Bikaner - Jaisalmer
Breakfast at the hotel.
Leave Bikaner for Jaisalmer by road.
Visit Gajner Palace - the palace on the lake.
Have tea there and proceed to Jaisalmer.
Arrive Jaisalmer and check in at the hotel.
In the evening you will have some free time
to explore the city on your own.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 9 : Jaisalmer
After a relaxed breakfast
proceed for full day sightseeing tour of The
Golden City - Jaisalmer. It is in the heart
of the Great Indian Desert. Its temple, fort
and palaces are all built of yellow stone. The
city is a mass of intricately carved buildings,
facades and elaborate balconies. Visit the JAISALMER
FORT - The oldest living Fort in the world.
(This is the highlight of the tour)
See the Patwon-Ki-Havelies, Salim-Singh-Ki-Haveli
and Gandhi Sagar Tank. Also visit Barabagh Hill.
In the afternoon, visit the Khuri Sand Dunes
and the typical Rajasthani Desert Village. Take
a camel ride to view the sunset from the dunes,
(Same camels to be used for Safari - getting
to know the camels) as the sky is set on fire.
It can be an unforgettable experience.
Overnight at Jaisalmer.
Day 10 : Jaisalmer
Breakfast at the hotel
Morning visit the deserted village of KULDHARA.
The village was vacated overnight by the villagers
who used to be regularly tortured by the king.
Some people believe that they fled because of
a bad omen on the village. But both the schools
of thought agree that there are riches buried
under the grounds.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 11 : Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
- Rohet
Breakfast at the hotel
Leave Jaisalmer for Rohet by road. En route
visit Jodhpur.
City tour of Jodhpur includes Meherangarh Fort
- one of the most impressive & formidable
in the whole of fort-studded Rajasthan is situated
on a high natural rock bluff and from which
you can look down on the wonderful panorama
of the bustling city below, Jaswant Thada -
the Royal Cenotaphs
Continue your drive to Jodhpur. Arrive Rohet
and check in at the hotel.
Rest of the day free.
Overnight at the hotel
Day 12 : Rohet - Narlai
Early this morning you will
be given village safari by jeeps to have a rare
glimpse into the rich culture and true essence
of India. Abundant wildlife (game) and memorable
moments of the great desert landscape fascinates
one while driving along the countryside.
Return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast
drive to Narlai.
Arrive Narlai and check in at RAWLA NARLAI.
Overnight at Narlai.
Day 13 : Narlai - Bijaipur
Breakfast at the hotel.
Leave Narlai for Bijaipur by road. En-route,
visit the RANAKPUR TEMPLES, dating back to the
15th century. 200 pillars, none of which are
alike, support its 29 halls. The Temple abounds
with intricate friezes and sculptures. Includes
visits to two more Jain temples and the Temple
of the Sun God with its erotic sculptures.
Arrive Bikaipur and check in at BIJAIPUR CASTLE.
Overnight at Bijaipur.
Day 14 : Bijaipur
Breakfast at the hotel.
Relax during the day enjoying Rajasthani hospitality.
Meet the villagers and enjoy the different customs.
Go on a village visit on carts.
Proceed for Jungle Safari in the evening from
the Castle. Enjoy a theme dinner after you come
back from the safari.
Overnight at the BIJAIPUR CASTLE.
Day 15: Bijaipur - Udaipur
Breakfast at the hotel.
Leave Bijaipur for Udaipur by road. En-route
you will visit the Historic Chittor Fort.
CHITTORGARH FORT - Believed
to have been constructed by the Mori rulers
in the 7th century, this fort is located on
a 180m high hill, covering 700 acres. "Tablets"
and "Chattris" lie between several
monumental gates. Visit PADMINI PALACE - The
palace of the legendary queen of Mewar.
Continue your drive to Udaipur. Arrive Udaipur
and check in at the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 16 : Udaipur
Breakfast at the hotel
Proceed for sightseeing tour of Udaipur, stopping
first at City Palace. Here you will marvel at
rooms with mirrored walls and ivory doors, colored
glass windows and inlaid marble balconies and
the Peacock Courtyard.
Also visit the lovely Sahelion-ki-Bari Gardens,
the Jagdish Temple and the local folk Museum.
In the afternoon, enjoy a motor launch cruise
on the placid waters of Lake Pichola. From the
boat you will be able to view the city of Udaipur
as it rises majestically above the lake in the
middle of the Rajasthan desert.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 17 : Udaipur - Pushkar
Breakfast at the hotel.
Leave Udaipur for Pushkar by road.
The picturesque
lake of Pushkar is surrounded by hills on three
sides and sand dunes on the fourth-a perfect
site for the annual religious and cattle fair,
held in the month of October-November. Pushkar
is a sacred place for Hindus and has a staggering
400 temples, of which the most important is
dedicated to Lord Brahma.
In the evening you will do a walking tour of
Pushkar including visits to the local temples.
Day 18 : Pushkar - Kishangarh
Breakfast at the hotel
Leave Pushkar for
Kishangarh by road.
KISHANGARH is situated on
the National Highway 8 in the Center of Rajasthan,
100 Km South West of Jaipur. It is primarily
known for its world famous Miniature Paintings
and Handicrafts and for the largest marble and
granite cutting industry in the Country. Around
the fort of Kishangarh is the moat and garden
- on which "Phool Mahal" was built
in AD 1870 and was the Palace of the flowers
for the Maharaja's of Kishangarh A private residence
of the Royal Family of Kishangarh opens for
the discerning traveler. The Palace has lovely
views of centuries old "Gundalao Lake"
- where herons fly and peacocks strut in fanned
delight. The lake water beneath the graceful
Palace is a paradise to flamingoes, pelicans,
wild duck and the SARUS CRANE.
Check in at Palace hotel and relax.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 19 : Kishangarh - Delhi
Breakfast at the hotel.
Leave Kishangarh for Delhi by road.
Arrive Delhi and check in at the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 20 : Depart Delhi
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to the airport
in time to connect flight for your onward journey.