- || Rajasthan With Tajmahal Tour ||-
Duration: 14
Nights / 15 Days
Places to Visit:
Delhi - Mandawa - Bikaner
- Jaisalmer - Osian - Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur - Eklingji & Nagda
- Deograh - Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - agra - Sikandra
Day 01 ARRIVE DELHI
Company representative will receive you on arrival at the international
airport in Delhi late evening. Transfer to your hotel. Relax.
Delhi: India's capital & a major gateway to the country, contemporary
Delhi is a bustling metropolis, which successfully combines in its fold
the ancient & the modern. Its strategic location was one of the prime
reasons why successive dynasties chose it as their seat of power. New
Delhi also reflects the legacy the British left behind. The division between
New & Old Delhi is the distinction between the capitals of the British
& the Moghuls respectively. So, wherever the visitor goes, he will
invariably confront the city's past.
Overnight at Delhi.
Day 02 DELHI
After breakfast, half day city tour of Old Delhi.
OLD DELHI:Visit Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, Built by Shah
Jahan. Red Fort, which was also built by Shah Jahan. This massive fort
was built from 1638 to 1648; Chandni Chowk and Rajghat - the cremation
site of Mahatma Gandhi.
Afternoon, city tour of New Delhi.
NEW DELHI: Visit Humayuns Tomb: built in mid 16th century this is an early
example of Mughal architecture; Qutab Minar, drive past India Gate, President
House, Connaught Place.
Overnight at Delhi.
Day 03 DELHI / MANDAWA
After breakfast and checkout and drive to Mandawa, Upon arrival transfer
to the Hotel. Rest of the day visit compact little town of Shekhavati
region comprising of Forts and Havelis of beautiful frescoes.
Shekhawati: Starting around 14th century, a number of Muslim clans
moved into the area and the town which developed in the region became
important trading posts on the caravan routes emanating from the ports
of Gujrat. The merchants prospered and in later years, encouraged by
the British, established themselves as traders across the country. Although
the towns have long since lost any importance they may once have had,
what they have not lost is the amazing painted 'havelis' (houses) built
by the merchants. Most of the buildings date from the 18th century to
early this century.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Mandawa.
Overnight at Mandawa.
Day 04 MANDAWA / BIKANER
After breakfast drive to Bikaner on arrival transfer to hotel.
Bikaner: city is bolstered by imposing walls and has a 16th century fort
housing old palaces, temples and a mosque. Founded by Raja Rai Singh,
the fort is distinguished by its long range of 37 pavilions, a line of
balconies and aerial windows of varying designs. An enormous arched doorway
leads to the Joramal Temple. The Royal Chapel is Har Mandir where royal
weddings and births were once celebrated.
Sight seeing tour of Bikaner covering Junagarh Fort - constructed between
1588 and 1593 by Raja Rai Singh, fort has a 986 meter long wall with
37 bastions & two entrances, Bandh 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 Bikaner.
Day 05 BIKANER / JAISALMER
Morning take an excursion tour to Deshnok Temple situated in semi desert
village at a distance of 30 kms, this place is famous for Karnimata Temple
where you will see thousands of rats roaming freely in the temple complex
and are held sacred. If one sees white rat in the temple complex, than
it is believed to be very lucky.
Later proceed to Jaisalmer, arrive and check into hotel.
Jaisalmer: Deep in the heart of the Thar Desert is Jaisalmer, one of the
last princely bastions in the region. Founded on the crossroads of lucrative
trade routes, this remote settlement came to be celebrated for the valour
of its rulers & for the aesthetic sense represented by their palaces
& havelis.
Evening is free to relax or optional visit to Gadisar Lake.
Overnight at Jaisalmer.
Day 06 JAISALMER
Morning take a sight seeing tour of Jaisalmer visiting The Golden Fort
of 99 Bastions, Manek Chowk, Patwon Ki Haveli and Salim Singh Haveli (the
old Mansions with lattice work done on the walls). After lunch drive to
Sam Sand Dunes. Enroute visit Bada Baugh to see the royal cenotaphs, ancient
Jain Temple Lodurwa and proceed to Sam Sand Dunes, arrive Kanoi - 3kms
before Sam Sand Dunes and transfer on camels, enjoy camel ride till sunset
over the dunes and drive back to Jaisalmer for overnight.
Overnight at Jaisalmer.
Day 07 JAISALMER / OSIAN / JODHPUR
Early morning one can take camel safari at the time of sun rise.
Checkout and drive to Jodhpur enroute visit Osian; an ancient town in
the Thar Desert.
On arrival at Jodhpur,check into hotel.
Later visit Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada and Umaid Bhawan Palace.
Optional visit to Balsamand Lake and Palace in the evening.
Overnight at Jodhpur.
Day 08JODHPUR /RANAKPUR / UDAIPUR
Morning checkout and drive to Udaipur, enroute visit the 12th Century
Temples of Ranakpur.
Ranakpur: The cluster of temples, made of intricately sculpted white marble,
came across as a marvelous feat of architecture. It would take anyone
by surprise to learn that they were built in 1460, so well preserved &
sparkling is the marble. The main temple is supported on 1,444 pillars
- none of which is similarly carved.
Proceed to Udaipur.
Udaipur: "The Venice of the East", Udaipur is an enchanting
city. From lakes in the midst of sandy terrain to green forested hills
where wildlife still abounds, the surprises are endless. And, in the
lakes, or by their edges, are palaces straight out of fairy tales, each
more beautiful than the other. Founded by Maharana Udai Singh, Udaipur
is surrounded by the Aravalli mountain ranges situated on the edge of
three lakes.
On arrival transfer to hotel.
Evening is free to relax or optional boat ride on lake pichola.
Overnight at Udaipur.
Day
09 UDAIPUR / EKLINGJI & NAGDA / UDAIPUR
After breakfast take a excursion to Eklingji & Nagda Temples - built
in white marble with a double storied porch on the bank of Lake Bageela
- 22 kms from Udaipur .
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Udaipur visiting City Palace Complex
visit Durbar Hall, Crystal Gallery, Palace Museum and Jagdish Temple.
City Palace is considered as the largest palace complex in Rajasthan.
Later visit Saheli Ki Bari that is a small ornamental garden built in
the honour of Royal Ladies for recreational purpose. Overnight at Udaipur.
Day 10 UDAIPUR /DEOGARH
After breakfast drive to Deogarh.
On arrival check into hotel.
Here one can enjoy trekking in the hills or Walk in the village or Local
tribal warrior dance or Performance by folk musicians and artists.
Overnight at Deogarh.
Day 11 DEOGARH / JAIPUR
After breakfast, leave for Jaipur - The Pink City.
Jaipur:Jaipur needed a fresh coat of paint to welcome its distinguished
guest the Prince of Wales in 1905-6. The contractor inability to supply
any other color in the required quantity compelled the choice of pink
shade for its walls. A contractor's compulsion famed Jaipur to Pink city.
Since then the PINK color is associated with hospitality in Rajput culture.
Arrive Jaipur and check-into hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight at Jaipur.
Day 12 JAIPUR
After breakfast explore the Pink City with an excursion to Amber Fort,
situated just outside the city, enjoy the experience of traveling on elephant
back to and from the top of the hill on which the fort is situated.
Amber Fort : At a distance of 11 kms from Jaipur, Amber was the ancient
capital of Jaipur
state. Construction of the fort began in 1592 by Raja Man Singh, the Rajput
commander of Akbar's army and is a superb example of Rajput architecture.
It was commenced by Raja Man Singh in 1600 AD and then completed by Sawai
Jai Singh in the eighteenth century. The fort is an example of fascinating
blend of Hindu and Muslim architecture built in red sandstone and white
marble. The highlight of the fort is the Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace),
a palace known for its craftsmanship in mirrors. It also locates in itself
large ramparts, terraces and pavilions.
Later sight-seeing of Jaipur City.Visit City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa
Mahal.
City Palace - A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani
architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in
the walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and
the City Palace Museum.
Jantar Mantar - This is the largest and the best preserved of the five
observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country.
This observatory consisting of outsized astronomical instruments is still
in use.
Hawa Mahal - The ornamental facade of this "Palace of Winds"
is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. Their five-storey structures of sandstone
plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies.
The palace has 953 niches and windows.
Overnight at Jaipur.
Day 13 JAIPUR / FATEHPUR SIKRI /AGRA
After breakfast, leave for Agra.
Enroute visit the abandoned Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri.
Fatehpur Sikri : built by Emperor Akbar in 1569, was the old capital of
the Moghuls, which was abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water.
See the graceful buildings including the Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chisti,
Panch Mahal & other Palaces which are still preserved in its original
glory.
Continue drive to Agra. Arrive Agra and check into hotel.
Visit to the taj Mahal by Sunset.
TAJ MAHAL: Little needs to be said about this architectural wonder which
is always the soul raison-de-etre for every tourist's visit to Agra. Built
by Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble memorial to his beautiful wife
Mumtaz Mahal. This monument took 22 years to be completed and was designed,
and planned by Persian architect Ustad Isa. Apart from its stunning design
balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted particularly for its
elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of the best inlay work
ever seen.
Overnight at Agra.
Day
14 AGRA - SIKANDRA-DELHI
After breakfast, city tour of Agra.
Visit Red fort, which was built by Emperor Akbar in 1565, and additions
were made up until the time of his grandson, Shah Jahan. It contains the
hall of public and private audiences amongst many other beautiful structures.
Itmad-ud-daulah, which was contructed by Nur Jahan between 1622 and 1628
and is very similar to the tomb she constructed for her husband, Jehangir,
near Lahore in Pakistan; the highlight of the day.
Afternoon, leave for Delhi enroute visit Sikandra.
Sikandra - Mughal Emperor Akbar's Mausoleum.
Continue drive to Delhi.
Arrive Delhi and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at Delhi.
Day 15 DELHI-ONWARD JOURNEY
On time transfer to the international airport to board flight for home
or for onward journey.
Tour Ends!!!
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