Rajasthan The Rajputana Land
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Day 1: Delhi
Arrive at Delhi international airport where our airport representative will receive and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 2: Delhi
Morning half-day city tour of Old Delhi visiting <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'RGH','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Raj Ghat</a> the Mausoleum of Mahatma Gandhi. Jama Masjid and drive past <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A7J','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Red Fort</a>. you may take a tricycle tour of Chandini Chowk. Afternoon half day city tour of New Delhi visiting drive past President House, <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'PTH','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Parliament House</a> (House of Representatives) and <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A7M','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">India Gate</a> - War Memorial (stop for photography). Visit the <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A7K','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Qutub Minar</a> , 72.55 meters, high Victory Tower and proceed onto <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'BHT','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Bahai Temple</a> (lotus temple). Also visit the <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A7L','DEL','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Humayun's Tomb</a> built of red sandstone, the first substantial example of the Mughal architecture and Laxmi Narayan Temple - a modern Hindu temple built by the Birlas, leading Indian industrialists. Overnight at Hotel.
Morning after breakfast drive to Mandawa( Approx 7 hrs drive). Afternoon half day local city tour of Havelies of Nawalgarh and Dundload.Mandawa is renowned for its innumerable painted havelies (mansions), which were the homes of the Marwari trading community. These handsome havelies, adorned with elaborate and intricate frescoes, are over a hundred years old, and have withstood the ravages of time. The grand havelies of the Goenkas, Ladias, Sarafs and the Chokhanis, in Mandawa are fine examples of the famous Shekhawati workmanship. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 4: Mandawa
Morning after breakfast drive to Bikaner.On arrival stay at Bhanwar Niwas Palace or Similar.Afternoon half day city tour of Bikaner to visit Fort and Palace which is built on red sand stone marked brilliantly by intricate filigree work.Bikaner: stands on the northern tip of the desert triangle. Rao Jodha's eldest son Rao Bika set out of his father's kingdom to conquer a separate kingdom for himself. By 1587 <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A2S','BKN','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Junagarh Fort</a> had begun and the city of Bikaner had come into being. A major centre of trade in the 16th century on the ancient silk route.<a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A2S','BKN','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Junagarh Fort</a> built around 1587 to protect 37 palaces, temples and pavilions within, the fort is one of its kind. Today Junagarh houses a museum of valuable miniature paintings and other rare items that are several centuries old. <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A2T','BKN','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Lalgarh Palace</a> - the imposing red sandstone monument is a successful blend of oriental facade, designed by Sir Swinton Jacob for Maharaja Ganga Singh. The 14th century Jain temples of Bhandeshwar and Sandeshwar and their gold leaf paintings are noteworthy. Overnight stay at hotel.
Morning after breakfast visit the Deshnoke temple later drive down to Jaisalmer.On arrival Check-in at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 6: Bikaner
Morning after breakfast half day city tour of Jaisalmer and afternoon camel ride at village Khuri.Jaisalmer - Much has been written about Jaisalmer but nothing can prepare the visitor for the sheer magic and brilliance of this Desert City. The <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AY2','JSA','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Jaisalmer Fort</a> stands almost 100 metres over the city and also houses an entire lying area with its huge ramparts. It is approached through Ganesh Pol, Suraj Pol, Bhoota Pol and Hava Pol. Also, in the inner enclosure are a group of <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AE3','JSA','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Jain Temples</a> dating back from the 12th to 15th century. Outside the Fort is the main market place called Manek Chowk, which is the center of local activity, From Manek Chowk one can walk into the lanes where the famous carved havelies are to be found. Patwon-ki-Haveli is the better known havelies in Jalsalmer.Also, visit Paraswanath Temple, the oldest and most beautiful of the <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AE3','JSA','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Jain Temples</a>. The walls of the sanctum are carved with animal and human figures. Overnight stay at hotel.
Morning after breakfast drive to Jodhpur. On arrival check in at hotel.Jodhpur-a city founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha and is today one of the leading centres for wood, cattle, camels, salt and agriculture crops. Jodhpur is surrounded by a high stone wall with seven gates and countless bastions. The second largest city of Rajasthan is famous for the impregnable <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AO4','JDH','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Meharangarh Fort</a>. Also visit <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AP4','JDH','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Jaswant Thada</a>, a collection of royal cenotaphs built in white marble, <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AR4','JDH','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Mandore Gardens</a>.Evening Jeep safari to visit <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'BIV','JDH','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Bishnoi village</a>. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 8: Jaisalmer
Morning after breakfast half day city tour of Jodhpur visiting Mehrangarh Fort & <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AP4','JDH','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Jaswant Thada</a> and later drive down to Mount Abu.On arrival check in at Hotel Cama Rajputana Palace or Similar.
Day 9: Jaisalmer
Mount Abu is the only hill station in this rugged and desert state of Rajsthan. Morning after breakfast visit the temples of Mount Abu and proceed to Udaipur enroute visit Ranakpur.Ranakpur - The Jain community, like several others, had always enjoyed the patronage of the ruling family of Mewar and quite a few important positions were held by the Jains. In 15th century, Rana Kumbha of Mewar gave a large stretch of land in a quiet and picturesque valley deep in the Aravallis, to the Jains. This area came to be known as Ranakpur, located 96 km from Udaipur, this is one of the five main holy places of the Jains. Although, over 500 years old, these temples are well preserved almost in perfect condition. The central temple is the Chamukha temple, dedicated to Adinath, the first Jain Tirthankar (saint). This temple is the most complex and extensive in design. What is interesting is that no two pillars are alike.Upon arrival check in at Hotel.
Morning visit the temples of Nagda & <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'ELG','UDR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Eklingji</a>. Afternoon city tour of Udaipur.Udaipur - is one of the most beautiful cities of Rajasthan, known as city of <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'ATN','UDR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Lakes</a>, Palaces and Gardens. Morning visit the <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'ATJ','UDR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">City Palace</a> in all its ancient glory, the residence of the Maharajas of Udaipur. <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'ATJ','UDR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">City Palace</a> has several carved balconies, arches and decorated pillars, onto Sahelion-Ki-Bari (queen's resort for the friends) famous for its spectacular lawns, fountains and shady walks.
Day 11: Jodhpur
Morning after breakfast proceed to Bundi. Enroute visit Kota Fort.Upon arrival at Bundi, check-in at Hotel Braj Bhushanji ki Haveli. The Haveli was built a hundred and fifty years ago by a family that gave the state four of its chief ministers post independence. Bundi:- Its Palace has a distinguished characteristics. It has most picturesque location, isolated and independent that it apperars like a miniature. Built of locally querried stone, it presents one of the finest examples of Rajput architecture. Intricately carved brackets, pillars and balconies and sculpted elephants are used frequently. Chitra Shala inside the palace provides a colourful glimpse of history, the walls and ceiling of this palace are completely covered with paintings. Other places of interest are Phool Sagar Palace, Suke Mahal and Shikar Burj. Bundi is also known for its baolis or step wells. Unique to Rajasthan and Gujarat, the step wells served as water reservoir for the months of summer when there was a scarcity of water. One of the best preserved is Raniji-ki-Baoli with its exquisitely carved pillars and ornate.
Morning after breakfast drive to Pushkar. Enroute visit Tomb of Khawaja Moinuddin Chishti at Ajmer .Ajmer: is famous for the tomb of the sufi saint, Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A31','AII','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">The Dargah</a> Sharif. The city was founded by the Chauhan ruler,Ajaipal, during the 11th century and is dominated by the <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A35','AII','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Taragarh Fort</a> built by Prithiviraj Chauhan. Some 800 years ago, a splendid embankment was built by Anaji by the lovely lake, Ana Sagar and some 500 years later Shah Jehan erected 5 beautiful marble pavilions adding to its beauty.On arrival Check in at hotel Pushkar Palace.Pushkar is sacred town 11 kms north east of Ajmer. According to mythology, the Pushkar lakeis supposed to have appeared miraculously when a lotus flower fell from the hands of Lord Brahma and dropped into this valley. On Kartik Poornima, thousands of pilgrims come to bathe in the holy waters of the Pushkar Lake. The fair is overwhelming in its magnitude and its visual impact. Colorful bazaars are set up, camels are paraded and also bought and sold.Evening enjoy sunset view.
Day 13: Mount Abu
Morning after breakfast proceed to Jaipur. On arrival stay at Hotel Narayan Niwas Palace or Similar.Morning excursion tour of Amer Fort.Amer Fort-Remarkable for the majestic grandeur of its surroundings as for its sturdy battlements and beautiful palaces. Also climb upto the fort on the back of an elephant.Afternoon city tour visiting City Palace- where the former Maharaja still resides in a part of it, but rest now serves as a Museum. Also visit <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AW2','JAI','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Jantar Mantar</a>, an observatory built by a great astronomer Sawai Jai Singh onto drive past through <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'AU2','JAI','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Hawa Mahal</a> (Palace of winds).
Morning after breakfast drive to Agra. En-route visit Fatehpur - Sikri - once the capital of Mughal Empire and abandoned after 15 years due to scarcity of water. Its fortifications and Palaces are in a wonderful state of preservation.On arrival at Agra,check-in at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 15: Udaipur
Morning after breakfast half day city tour visiting the World famous <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A09','AGR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Taj Mahal</a> built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan in the year 1652 as a memorial for his beloved wife MumtazMahal. The grandeur called the Taj is perhaps the most photographed, filmed, described and sketched building of the world. <a class="PIInfosoft-placeName" onclick="openAttractionDescriptionPopup('en', 'A09','AGR','IND','India');" data-target="#PopUp5" href="javascript:void(0)" data-toggle="modal">Taj Mahal</a> is where fantasy coincides with reality in perfect harmony. An inspiration for innumerous artists over the centuries, the Taj is an ode to love. It took 22 years to create this jewel.Agra Fort built and renovated over the centuries, this massive fort gained recognition only during the Mughal reign. Tomb of Itmad-ud-daullah- built by Empress Noorjehan in the memory of her father.Afternoon leave by road for Delhi.Arrive at Delhi and after dinner at city restaurant, departure transfer to international airport to fly back home onward destination.
