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Historical
Rajasthan |
| Day
01 Delhi |
Arrive
Delhi meeting on arrival and transfer to hotel.
Rest
of the day free for independent activities.
Book your tour |
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Day 02 Delhi |
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full day sightseeing tour of : -
New
Delhi: designed and built by the British in the 1920’s
it’s a city of wide boulevards impressive Government
buildings, green parks and gardens. First you will visit
two monuments from Delhi’s past Humayun’s Tomb
and Qutab Minar. Then your drive takes you along the ceremonial
avenue, Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate and Parliament
House.
Old
Delhi: an ancient walled city. Here you will see Red Fort,
the most opulent Fort and Palace of the Moghul Empire; Raj
Ghat, the memorial site of the Mahatma Gandhi; Jama Masjid,
the largest mosque in India and Chandni Chowk, the bustling
and colourful market of the old city.
Overnight
at the Hotel. |
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| Day
03 Delhi - Mandawa |
Leave
Delhi for Mandawa by surface.
In
the afternoon enjoy sightseeing tour of :-
Mandawa:
A small town in the Shekawati region of Rajasthan with a
unique medieval charm. The streets are lined with richly
painted houses and each town is bustling with activity.
Overnight
at the Hotel. |
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04 Mandawa - Bikaner |
Leave
Mandawa for Bikaner by road.
In
the afternoon enjoy sightseeing tour of : -
Bikaner:
a desert fortified city on the ancient caravan routes that
originated from Africa and West Asia. 32 Kms. from Bikaner
is Deshnoke, famous for its Rat Temple (Karni Mata Temple).
Overnight
at the hotel. |
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Day 05 Bikaner - Jaisalmer |
Leave
Bikaner for Jaisalmer by surface.
Rest
of the day free for independent activities.
Overnight
at the Hotel. |
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| Day
06 Jaisalmer |
In
the morning enjoy sightseeing tour of: -
Jaisamer
: the citadel city built in the 12th century is an architectural
dream in yellow sandstone lying in the lonely silence of
the Thar Desert. The Forts and palaces and several superbly
carved Jain Temples in and around Jaisalmer are all reminiscent
of a glorious history.
In
the afternoon visit : -
Sam:
40 Kms from Jaisalmer are the silver gold sand duncs of
Sam. A camel ride at sunset, as the sky is set on fire,
and Rajasthani musicians paly haunting tunes, can be and
unforgettable experience. Overnight at the Hotel. |
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Day 07 Jaisalmer - Jodhpur |
In
the morning leave Jaisalmer for Jodhpur by road.
Afternoon
free for your independent activities. Overnight at the Hoel. |
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Day 08 Jodhpur |
In
the morning enjoy sightseeing tour of: -
Jodhpur
: The home of the Rathore rulers - the princely State of
Rajasthan. A high 10 Kms. long stone wall protects the well-fortified
city. Within, stands an imposing Fort on a low range of
sandstone hills, about 125 mtrs. above the surrounding plains.
Visit
Mehrangarh Fort- founded in 1459 AD by Rao Jodha (after
whom the city is named) the Fort is intricately adorned
with long carved panels and latticed windows of exquisite
designs in red sandstone. Also visit Jaswant Thada- an imposing
white marble cenotaph built to commemorate the acts of bravery
and generosity of the rulers in 19th century.
Afternoon
free for your independent activities. Overnight at the Hotel. |
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| Day
09 Jodhpur - Udaipur |
Leave
Jodhpur in the morning for Udaipur by road and enroute visit:
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Ranakpur:
famous for the quadruple Jain temple dedicated, like the
temples at Mount Abu to Adinath. The whole structure has
80 domes and of 400 pillars. Continue your drive for Udaipur.
Rest
of the day free for independent activities. Overnight at
the Hotel. |
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| Day
10 Udaipur |
In
the morning enjoy sightseeing tour of: -
Udaipur
City: Visit the City Palace Museum - grandeur and intricacy
stroked all over in granite, marble and mosaic displayed
in the sparkling white filigreed balconies and windows,
ornate arches and cupolas atop magnificent octagonal towers,
Jagdish Temple - built in 1651 AD. Also visit Sahelion Ki
Bari- the spectacular garden displaying the unique life
style of the royal ladies who once lived in the palaces.
Afternoon at leisure. In the evening enjoy a most memorable
boat ride with the reflections of the majestic Lake Palace
Hotel at its best against the setting sun. Overnight at
the Hotel. |
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| Day
11 Udaipur - Ajmer |
Leave
Udaipur in the morning for Ajmer by road and enroute visit:
Chittorgarh:
home of the brave, 115 Kms east of Udaipur. The road to
the citadel of Chittor Zig Zag steeply for a couple of Kms
and passes through seven huge gates, each with watch towers
and great iron spiked doors. The tower of victory is over
35 metres high and has nine storeys served by a winding
staircase. It is covered from top to bottom with carvings,
depicting the social life of the time.
Continue
your drive for Ajmer. Overnight at the Hotel. |
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Day 12 Ajmer - Jaipur |
In
the morning enjoy sightseeing tour of: -
Ajmer
City: Founded in the 11th century is the holy city of the
Muslims. The Taragarh fort, Anna Sagar - an artificial lake,
Akbar’s palace and the Durgah - Mausoleum of Khwaja
Moinuddin-Chisti a Muslim holy man all combine to give the
city its historical and religious importance.
Continue
your drive for Jaipur.
Rest
of the evening free for independent activities. Continue
your drive for Ajmer.
Overnight
at the hotel. |
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| Day
13 Jaipur |
Enjoy
morning sightseeing tour of: -
Amber
Fort: 11 Kms. from Jaipur - a marvellous example of Rajput
architecture with its terraces and ramparts reflected in
the Mata Lake below. The ascent to the Fort is on gaily
caparisoned elephants. The Fort interior has various royal
halls decorated with intricate ivory work, exquisite wall
paintings and tiny mirror chips, which create a tantalising
reflection effect. |
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In
the afternoon sightseeing tour of: -
Jaipur
City: City Palace Museum - an imposing blend of traditional
Rajasthani and Mughal Art. The museum is resplendent with
its collection of robes of royal princes, carpets, and armoury
of old weapons, miniature paintings portraying court scenes,
battle scenes and processions, Jantar - Mantar (Observatory)-
an accurate observatory built in 1726 AD; Hawa Mahal (Palace
of Winds)- a five storeyed wonder with a spectacular pyramidal
facade and overhanging windows with latticed screens, domes
and spires.
Overnight
at the hotel. |
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| Day
14 Jaipur - Delhi |
In
the morning leave Jaipur for Delhi by road and upon arrival
check in at hotel.
Rest
of the day free for independent activities.
Overnight
at the hotel.
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| Day
15 Leave Delhi |
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Transfer from hotel to international airport in time to connect
your flight back home. |