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Colorful History of Rajasthan
Duration : 15 Nights /16 Days
Destinations covered : Delhi, Mandawa, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur,
Kumbhalgarh, Udaipur, Ranthambhore, Jaipur
Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive at Delhi. Upon arrival, the company representative welcomes you
with garland and assists, escorts you to the respective hotel. Enjoy a
welcome drink at hotel and Overnight stay at Delhi.
Day 02: Delhi Sightseeing

After
breakfast at the hotel be ready for the treasures ahead. A guided tour of
the city takes you to the sumptuous Mughal monuments of Red fort and Jama
Masjid. At Rajghat and India Gate you will be amidst the foliage. In later
half of the day you will visit the fabulous sights- Rashtrapati Bhavan,
The Mughal Gardens, Qutab Minar and many more. Evening hold more excitement,
as you will be viewing the sound and light show at the Red Fort. Overnight
stay at Delhi.
Day 02: Delhi-Mandawa 260-km/5 hours
After breakfast drive to Mandawa, it will be beautiful 5 hour drive, check-in
at the hotel. In afternoon you will be visiting the beautiful village
of Shekhawati, here, you will be awestruck at the architectural splendor
of the numerous havelis built in 18th and 19th century by the rich merchants
as their residence. Overnight stay at Mandawa.
Day 03: Mandawa-Bikaner 200 km/4 hours
Morning drive to Bikaner you will be reaching the place in 4 hours, on
arrival check-in at the hotel. In after noon you will be taken to a Camel
Breeding Farm - it is a unique experience where you can enjoy some time
on the back of the camel and have perhaps can also enjoy the taste of
camel's milk. You will be informed about the breeding time of the camels
and about the demand of the camels in international market. Relax in the
evening. Overnight at Bikaner.
Day 04: Bikaner
Today enjoy city tour covering Junagadh Fort - a massive fort, has a 986
m long wall with 37 bastions and 2 entrances. Next you will visit Bhand
Sagar Jain Temple of 16th century, the temples are beautifully carved
and the walls depict many pictures of the Jain Tirthankars. Overnight
stay at Bikaner.
Day 05: Bikaner-Jaisalmer, 330 km/6 hours
Morning start your journey for Jaisalmer, by afternoon you will at your
destination. Rest of the day at your luxury, enjoy recreational activites
in the hotel or you can wonder in the nearby market of the city, Overnight
stay at Jaisalmer.
Day 06: Sightseeing of Jaisalmer City

The
morning hours will be spent in a spectacular visit to the Jain temples inside
the Sonar Quila, there is also a museum displaying a rich collection of
robes and artifacts from the royal family of Jaisalmer. Afterwards, you
are guided to the Patwaon ki haveli rich in its architectural splendor.
The Gadisar Lake will offer you some memorable views. Later in the afternoon,
you will be visiting the exciting Sam dunes, you can enjoy the camel ride
on the sand dunes followed by a viewing a sun setting from sun set point.
That night enjoy your stay in the tent houses under the open sky definitely
a lifetime experience on the cool sand of Jaisalmer.
Day 07: Jaisalmer-Jodhpur, 297 km/5-1/2 hrs
After breakfast drive to Jodhpur and imperial city located at the edge
of the Thar Desert echoes with tales of antiquity in the depletion of
the desert. You will be passing through the desert enchantments in way
as you approach Jodhpur. A typical rural Rajasthan view, women in their
colorful long skirts with men wearing different color turbens. On arrival
in the city you will be then taken to Mandore gardens, the erstwhile capital
of Marwar and Umaid Bhawan Palace, the present residence of the king of
Jodhpur. Overnight stay at Jodhpur.
Day 08: Jodhpur-Kumbhalgarh, 220-km/5 hours
Early morning start for Kumbhalgarh and check-in at the hotel. You will
visit to kumbhalgarh Fort- the fort is unique in it self due to its inaccessibility
on top of the Aravalli range at 1100 meters, it was here that the rulers
of Mewar retreated in times of danger. Pay a visit to the many temples,
palaces, gardens and water-storage facilities inside the 12-km walls of
this colossal fort. In evening drive to Ranakpur. Night stay at Ranakpur.
Day 09: Ranakpur-Udaipur, 4 hours
The place is another great Jain pilgrimage center carved out of marble.
The temples are quire famous for their intricate carving. The main shrine
of Adinath, with its 1444 columns, wills certainly leave you wonder struck.
Also see the sun temple and the other temples in the campus. Then we drive
towards Udaipur and make a stopover at the fields to see the local way
of farming and irrigation. By late evening you reach Udaipur and check
in at hotel. Overnight stay at Udaipur.
Day 10: Udaipur Sightseeing
After breakfast at the hotel, you are guided to the marvelous City Palace,
the palace premises includes the peacock square and visit the miniature
painting school. Later in the evening pay a visit to the temples of Nagada
and Eklingji. Overnight stay at Udaipur.
Day 11: Udaipur-Kota, 285-km
Morning drive to Kota. Kota lies along the banks of the Chambal River.
The historical city of palaces and temples is surrounded by modern development
such as the chemical and other industries due to the Chambal River Valley
Project, an irrigation and power project. Pay a visit to The Rao Madho
Singh Museum, Jagmandir: City Palace and Fort. The city palace and fort
overlooks the Kota salvo and the Chambal River. Overnight stay at Kota.
Day 12: Kotah-Bundi-Ranthambhore, 200 km
After breakfast drive to Ranthambhore visiting en-route Bundi. On arrival,
check-in at the hotel. Bundi is the undiscovered splendor, 36 Km from
Kota ruled by the Hada Chauhans. The place has a picturesque location
and is rich with Rajput architecture shines and the intricately carved
brackets, pillars etc. See the gorgeous Diwan-e- aam, Hati Pol, and Naubat
Khana. By evening reach Ranthambhore Wildlife sanctuary, check in at the
hotel. Overnight stay at Ranthambhore.
Day 13: Ranthambhore-Jaipur, 185 km/4 hours
Morning get ready for the wildlife adventure in the great wilds of the
park. Go for a jeep safari to view the wildlife (Sanctuary remains closed
from Jul. to Sep.) and of course tigers in their natural habitat. Apart
from tigers you will also see a number of other wild species like monkeys,
langurs and alligators along with motley of birds. By evening you will
be reaching Jaipur, check in the hotel. Overnight stay at Jaipur.
Day 14: Jaipur Sightseeing
In morning engrossed with a visit to the Amber fort accompanied by a thrilling
elephant ride to the fort. The fort has many small palace complexes, a
museum housing many royal objests. Shish Mahal, built in the 17th century
in a fusion style of Hindu and Islamic art, will surely mesmerize you.
Also see the hall of public audiences and Maharaja Man Singh's Palace.
Overnight stay at Jaipur.
Day 15: Jaipur Sightseeing

After
breakfast head for the Pink city to see the 18th century astronomical observatory,
Jantar Mantar and the exquisite City Palace of the Maharaja of Jaipur. Inside
the palace there are many surprises waiting for you, surely you will be
wonder struck by the accumulation of delicate paintings, royal costumes,
jewelry and arms and ammunitions. After noon is at your leisure, enjoy the
bustling bazaars of Jaipur City embellished with colorful handmade textiles,
paintings another artifacts. Overnight stay at Jaipur.
Day 16: Jaipur-Delhi, 260 km/6 hours
Morning after a lavish breakfast drive back to Delhi and on arrival, transfer
to international Airport for onward flight.
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