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Rajasthan Tour
Rajasthan with Camel Safari
Rajasthan has various range of miniature painting,largely derived from the Mughal style but with some clear differences in particular, the palace and hunting scenes are complemented by religious themes.Most of the Rajasthan’s early architecture was damaged or destroyed by the first waves of Muslim invaders.There are many buildings dating from the 10th to 15th centuries,including the superb jain temples at Ranakpur and Mt.Abu.most of the great forts date,in their present form,from the mughal period.
Duration : 18 Nights - 19 Days
Destinations : MANDAWA - BIKANER - JAISALMER - JODHPUR - RANAKPUR - KUMBALGARH
- UDAIPUR - PUSHKAR - JAIPUR - BHARATPUR - FATEHPURSIKIRI - AGRA - DELHI .
DAY
01 : ARRIVE DELHI
Upon arrival at International Airport you are met and transferred to your prebooked
Hotel. Upon arrival at the hotel you are received with a traditional welcome
of TIKKA and ARTI. Rest of the day free.
DAY 02 : DELHI
This morning we visit Old Delhi, built in the 17th century by Shah Jehan the
Magnificent (who also built the Taj Mahal). First we will be visiting the famous
Jama Masjid mosque with its 9,000 sq. ft. courtyard, three domes and two minarets,
and then proceed to the massive complex known as the Red Fort. Afternoon we'll
visit Lakshmi Narayan Temple, a Spectacular structure that's just 60 years old
, and then proceed via India Gate and the Governmental building to Qutab Minar,
the 240 foot tower built in 1190 to commemorate the arrival of Islam in India,
the Bahai Temple with its nine pools on an elevated platform, and the Crafts
Museum, which replicates and Indian street with over 50 artists and craftspeople
at work. Overnight at the Hotel.
DAY 03 : DELHI - MANDAWA ( BY SURFACE) 260 Kms-6Hrs
After breakfast we continue our drive towards Mandawa the heart of the Thar
Desert which used to be a medieval Indian trade city and still has beautifully
preserved houses of medieval Indian traders in typical Rajput style - wooden
doors, bamboo thatched roofs, mud plastered walls and floor and ethnic decor
etc. Overnight at
Hotel .
DAY
04 : MANDAWA - BIKANER ( BY SURFACE )
After breakfast we continue our drive towards Bikaner . The drive is through
desert country, with scanty vegetation. Upon arrival checkin to the Hotel. The
endless monotony of the desert is broken by the fort and palaces of Bikaner.The
city's deity is Karni Mata.The temple dedicated to her provides sanctuary to
mice in the belief that those who serve the goddess are reborn as mice. Other
places of interest are the Junagarh Fort and the Lalgarh Palace and evening
visit Local markets etc . Overnight at Hotel .
DAY 05 : BIKANER - JAISALMER ( BY SURFACE)
After breakfast Today we drive towards Jaisalmer . a fascinating city rising
from the heart of the Thar Desert like a golden mirage. The commanding fort
etched in yellow sandstone stands in some splendor, dominating the amber - hued
city. A visit to Jaisalmer is a must for any traveller to Rajasthan. Here, on
the edge of the desert, is a bustling center from where one can trek across
the beautiful stretches of sand on camels or, paradoxically, enjoy the nearby
lakes and reservoirs. Few places in India could rival the medieval charm and
magnificence of Jaisalmer. The rich and beautiful palaces and havelis of Jaisalmer
shimmer against the relentless monotony of the Thar Desert. Its rulers were
known for their valour and their beautiful havelis and temples has assumed the
air of virtual museum. Overnight at the Hotel.
DAY 06 : JAISALMER- 01 NIGHT- 02 DAYS
CAMEL SAFARI IN SAND DUNES
DAY
07 : JAISALMER
Today Visit the awesome Jaisalmer Fort, housing the entire township within its
ramparts. Lovely havelis dot the enchanting network of narrow lanes. Among the
sights you'll visit : Nathmalji - Ki- Haveli and Patwaon ki Haveli, three beautifully
sculptured Jain temples built between the 12th and 13th Centuries; and five
interconnected palaces. The fort is approached through four gateways - Akhaiya
Pol, Ganesh Pol, Suraj Pol and Hawa Pol. Overnight at the Hotel.
DAY 08 : JAISALMER - JODHPUR ( BY SURFACE)
After Breakfast we drive towards Jodhpur - including visits to interesting Hindu
and Jain Temples at Osiyan . Jodhpur the gateway to the Thar desert , the city
is known for its striking forts, stately palaces and gracious building. Arrive
Jodhpur, The second largest city in Rajasthan, standing on the edge of the Thar
Desert. The old city was founded by Rao Jodha, its walls with seven gates and
countless bastions and towers were built by Rao Maldeo in the 16th Century when
Jodhpur was a booming trading town. . Jodhpur is called the "Blue City"
for the characteristic plea indigo color of its traditional
homes. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 09 : JODHPUR
There are many great fortresses throughout Rajasthan, but non compare with the
majestic Mehrangarh Fort, built atop a 400 ft. promontory.Within this invisible
citadel are magnificent palaces with marvelously carved panels, latticed windows
and evocative names. These palaces houses a fabulous collection of possessions
of Indian royalty, including a superb collection of palanquins, elephant howdahs,
miniature paintings of various schools, musical instruments, costumes and furniture.
Below the fort, visit the Jaswant Thada, a graceful marble cenotaph built 1899
for Mahrajaha Jaswant Singh II, and monuments to other Maharajahs of Jodhpur.
Proceed into the heart of the bazaars for a view of local artisans at work as
well as locals shopping of their wares. Later part of the day we set out on
a fascinating drive to Rohetgarh,a neighboring royal village.Overnight at the
hotel
DAY 10 : JODHPUR - RANAKPUR - KUMBALGARH ( BY SURFACE)
After breakfast leave for Kumbalgarh enroute we visit Ranakpur which is situated
between Jodhpur , Mount Abu , Udaipur. Here we visit the famous Ranakpur Temple
Complex, one of the biggest and most important cluster of Jain Temple in India.
Nestled in the Aravalli Range.The Chaumukha temple , or Four Faced Temple is
the main temple in the complex and dates back to the 15th century.Built in marble
, the temple has 29 halls supported by more than 1400 pillars, no two of
which are alike. After visiting the Ranakpur we continue our drive to Kumbalgarh.
Rana Kumbha , the legendary Mewari Hero, an astute and a great builder constructed
32 of the 84 fortesses in Mewar.Of these , the most imposing one, is Kumbalgarh
- set amidst 36 Kms of the twenty feet thick ramparts and 365 temples.It is
a place for serenity and calm of the countryside away from the madding crowd.
Overnight at the Hotel
DAY 11 : KUMBALGARH - UDAIPUR ( BY SURFACE)
Early breakfast and then we enjoy the exciting visit to the adjoining wildlife
sanctuary which boasts of panthers, wild- boars, antelope, deer etc. and meet
the local tribals BHIL & GARASIAS. After visiting we continue our drive
to Udaipur and upon arrival checkinto at hotel. Evening we take a boat ride
on the Lake Pichola.
Overnight at the Hotel
DAY 12 : UDAIPUR
Built along three lakes and ringed by green hills, Udaipur (pop, 366.000) is
known as the 'Venice of the East' The City's palaces, gardens, ghats, temples
and painted houses match the beauty of the setting. This morning we'll visit
the towering City Palace, the largest in Rajasthan, and the Saheliyon ki Bari
( Garden of the
Maidens.) Once for bidden to all but he queen and her ladies.From here we visit
the e superb Jagdish Temple noted for its elephant - motif
carvings The afternoon is at leisure.
Overnight at the Hotel.
DAY 13 : UDAIPUR - PUSHKAR ( BY SURFACE)
After an early breakfast we continue our drive to Pushkar - a quiet little town
,on the edge of a small and beautiful lake in eastern Rajasthan. A city of 500
temples and 52 bathing ghats. Pushkar prides itself on being the site of the
only temple of the Hindu God of Creation , BRAHMA and is therefore believed
to be the centre of the
creation of the world. Afternoon is spent visiting the ghats and the
temples. Overnight at the Hotel .
DAY 14 : PUSHKAR - JAIPUR ( BY SURFACE)
After Breakfast Today we drive towards Jaipur popularly known as the Pink City,
was built in 1727 AD by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. Designed in accordance
with Shilp Shastra - an ancient Hindu treatise on architecture - Jaipur follows
a grid system. Upon arrival check in your Hotel. Afternoon - tour of City Palace
and Observatory. The City Palace in the heart of the old city is a blend of
Rajasthan and Mughal architecture. The Palace of winds - a five storied structure
of pink
sandstone has semi-octagonal and delicately honeycombed windows overlooking
the main street of the old city. It was originally built
to enable the ladies of the royal household to watch everyday life.
DAY
15 : JAIPUR
The capital of Rajasthan is the most colourful city in India. Today morning
we visit the Amber Fort in the Aravali Hills, which is a super example of Rajput
(Medieval Hindu) style architecture. A slow elephant ride takes us to the top
of the Fort, which houses several graceful buildings. Afternoon is spent visit
the local bazaar. In the evening, we visit Chokhi Dhani where an ethnic village
atmosphere is recreated each evening with thousands of oil lamps, folk
dancers, arobats, snake charmers, puppeteers etc. Overnight at the Hotel
DAY 16 : JAIPUR - BHARATPUR ( BY SURFACE)
morning travel to Bharatpur for a tour of the world famous bird sanctuary here.
The reserve bosts of river 300 species of resident and migratory birds. Afternoon
Park Ride by Rickshaw Ride .overnight at Hotel .
DAY 17 : BHARATPUR - FATEHPURSIKRI - AGRA ( BY SURFACE)
We continue our Drive towards Agra enroute Fatehpur sikri (The ghost city) for
a tour of the magnificent and world heritage buildings still in a state of perfect
preservation. We continue our journey for Agra and upon arrival check into Hotel.
DAY 18 : AGRA - DELHI ( BY SURFACE)
Agra was the capital of India under the Moghuls in the 16th and 17th centuries.
This morning we see the exquisite tomb of the emperor Jehangir's chief minister
and father-in - law, often called the 'BABY TAJ' because its design foreshadows
the Taj Mahal,. Then we tour Agra's Red Fort, built over three generations by
the moghul emperors. Following an afternoon free, we go at sunset to see the
Taj Mahal, the mausoleum built by a sorrowing Shah Jehan in memory of his young
wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The Building's stupendous scale, flawless symmetry, translucent
white marble and shimmering reflection in the water channel are truly breathtaking.After
visiting the Agra city we leave for Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi we go for a
farewell Dinner at Good Restaurant and then check into our Hotel.
Overnight at the Hotel.
DAY 19 : LEAVE DELHI
Transfer to Airport to board flight for onward Journey .
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