12 Nights / 13 Days

Royal Rajasthan

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Overview

Regal forts and palaces, opulence and grace in every corner, this is the untold story of Rajasthan and its gorgeous cities full of diverse pride, beauty and history. A tour to this state of abundant diversity is sure to be one of the most memorable trips of your life.

Architectural marvels lie in the hearts of Mandawa and Bikaner. Not much popular among travelers, but Mandawa holds a historical significance as well as its design of haveli’s specially popularized here. Bikaner, on the other hand, is located in the heart of the Thar Desert and has Asia's largest camel farm. Jaisalmer is famous for its ‘fenced’ fort which has created a world in its own walls as well as beautiful sunrise and sunsets, the rays of which shine vibrantly against the yellow sandstone used in the city. Also known as Jodhana, Jodhpur and the city of Jaipur is immensely popular for its markets as well as buildings which show off the color blue and color pink respectively. Udaipur has numerous numbers of crystalline lakes and stunning beauty to captivate you. Agra and Fatehpur Sikri have history and culture of Mughals embedded in them.

With so many spots and so much diversity, our Royal Rajasthan tour not only takes you around Rajasthan but makes you experience it. With a detour of Agra too, we complete your journey with symbols of love, history and beauty.

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Itinerary Details

Arrive Delhi Meeting and assistance upon arrival as our representatives welcome you and escort you to your Vehicle and transfer to your hotel. Overnight at Hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Following breakfast Visit Full day City tour of Old and New Delhi. Old Delhi: An ancient walled city. Here you will drive past Red Fort, visit Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid and Chandni Chowk. Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi. Visit New Delhi Humayun’s Tomb Qutab Minar. Evening witness show at Kingdom of Dreams. Overnight at Hotel.

Following breakfast, drive to Mandawa. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. Evening Free at leisure. Overnight at hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Mandawa: following Breakfast visit Mandawa A small town in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan with a unique medieval charm. The streets are lined with richly painted houses and each town is bustling with activity. Each home and small little castle are richly painted with Shekhawati paintings known for its uniqueness and rich colours are still unimaginable that it could have been possible to exist during those old days. After visit drive to Bikaner. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel.

Overnight at hotel.

Following breakfast visit Bikaner City – A desert fortified city on the ancient caravan routes that originated from Africa and West Asia. The fort, founded by Raja Rai Singh, is distinguished by its long range of 37 pavilions, a line of balconies. It also has windows of varying designs which lend it a graceful dignity. An enormous archway leads to the Jormal temple in a spacious courtyard. Tar Mandir is the royal chapel where Royal weddings and births were once solemnized. After visit, drive to Jaisalmer. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel.

Overnight at hotel.

Following breakfast, visit Jaisalmer City: The citadel city built in the 12th century is an architectural dream in yellow sandstone lying in the lonely silence of the Thar Desert, would provoke wonder, at what could have induced Jaisal, a Bhatti Prince, to settle right in the heart of a desolate desert. The forts and palaces and several superbly carved Jain temples in and around Jaisalmer are all reminiscent of a gloriously history. From the balconies jutting out from either side of the lanes, almost touch overhead. Patwon ki Haveli, Nathmalji ki Haveli are some of the notable mansions. Afternoon, excursion to Sam Dunes.

Sam Desert: 40 kms from Jaisalmer are the Silver Gold Sand Dunes of Sam, as the sky is set on fire, and Rajasthani musicians play haunting tunes, can be an unforgettable experience. Overnight at hotel.

Following breakfast, drive to Jodhpur. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. Afternoon, visit 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 125mts. above the surrounding plains. Visit Mehrangarh Fort – founded in 1459 A.D. 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.

Overnight at House Boat.

After visit drive to Udaipur en-route Visit Ranakpur: Famous for the quadruple Jain temple dedicated, like the temples at Mount Abu to Adinath. The whole structure has 80 domes and is of 400 pillars. After visit, continue your drive to Udaipur. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Following breakfast, excursion to Eklingji and Nagda

Eklingji: 14 miles North-East of Udaipur is the village of Kailashpuri which is known for its 108 temples surrounded by a high fortified wall, the whole complex is known as Sri Eklingji temple and has been a holy site associated with Lord Shiva since ancient times. The present structure however, dates from the 16th century.

Nagda: Close to Kailashpuri down a rough country road is believed to have been established by Nagaditya the fourth Mewar king a descendant of the Guhadatta who was born in a cave in the Aravali Mountains. There are several temples dating back to the fourth century A.D. Afternoon, visit Udaipur City: In the midst of this romantic fate ridden land you come Udaipur, beautiful city of lakes, palaces and fountain. In the shadows of dark green hills, Udaipur’s three lakes – Pichola, Fateh Sagar and Udai Sagar are shimmering jewels from the opal surfaces of which rise fairytale white palaces. Maharana Udai Singh sought shelter here from the Mughal hordes and then tarried to fashion a city out of the silent vale. 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 A.D. Also visit Sahelion Ki Bari – the spectacular garden displaying the unique life style of the royal ladies who once lived in the palace. Overnight at hotel.

Overnight at hotel.

Following breakfast, drive to Jaipur. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Following breakfast, visit Amber Fort, ascent to the fort on Elephant, the former capital of the royal Rajputs. Few fail to be moved by the dramatic Rajputs grandeur of this hilltop fortress-palace 11-km north of Jaipur. Set on the dry wrinkled Aravali Hills, and surrounded by fortified battlements, the palace straddles two sepia-hued tundra hills overlooking Maota Lake, and its sprawling crenellated walls lattice the surrounding hills. We will ride up to this hilltop palace on a caparisoned, painted elephant, passing through the ancient main gate where Maharajas of Jaipur have entered for four hundred years. Our guide will elaborate on the history of this architectural masterpiece with its mirror-studded alcoves, dazzling mosaics and water-cooled swings that delight today’s visitors as they did their former royal residents.

Afternoon, visit Jaipur City: Hawa Mahal or Palace of the Winds, a five-storied structure of pink sandstone with semi-octagonal and delicately honeycombed windows overlooking the main street of the old city. It was built in 1799 so that veiled royal woman could look down unseen by the world through its 593 stone screens. We proceed for a guided tour of the City Palace & Observatory. The City Palace in the heart of the old city is a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. The center of the palace is a seven storied building called Chandra Palace, with fine views over the gardens and the city. Next to the City Palace is the Solar Observatory – an astronomical treasure house, with solar device that gives accurate predictions till date.

Overnight at hotel.

Following breakfast, drive to Agra en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri: (the City of Victory) for a tour of these magnificent and world heritage buildings, which are still in a state of perfect preservation. The city is divided into religious and secular sections. The profusion of sculpture is breath taking. Also, the white marble mosque in the secular section is incredible. It is a very sacred mosque and pilgrims from far and near arrives here to pay their respects. After visit, continue your drive to Agra. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel.

Overnight at hotel.

Following breakfast, visit Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Taj Mahal: Agra is the medieval city of the famous 17th century masterpiece Taj Mahal, which of course is the most splendid of all buildings – perhaps, the most perfect architectural monument in the world. It was built in the memory of Mumtaz, the beloved wife of Shah Jehan, one of the greatest kings of the Mughal Empire. (TAJ MAHAL CLOSED ON FRIDAYS)

Agra City: Agra is not only famous for Taj Mahal but the impressive Mughal Red Fort known as the Agra Fort. This impressive red sandstone fort was built by Akbar between 1565-1573 A.D. Replete with gateways, pillared halls, mosques, marble trellises and geometric gardens; the Fort represents Mughal architecture at its peak.

After visit drive to Delhi Upon arrival, transfer to international airport for your flight back home.

Tour Concludes with sweet memories……

INCLUDED

Hotel accommodation on twin sharing with buffet breakfast.
Aircon car with English speaking driver throughout the tour for all transfers, sightseeing, intercity travel.
Car services are inclusive of all services; right from pick up from the airport till departure.
Driver allowance (food & Stay)
All toll taxes, entry permit and parking charges.
English Speaking guide at the time of sightseeing.

EXCLUDED

Any international/domestic air/train fare.
Monuments/sightseeing entry charges.
Government Service Tax (GST) 5% on the tour package.
Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry, tips, phone calls, insurance, portage, soft/hard drinks, meals unless not specified etc.
Anything which is not mentioned in the 'Inclusions' shall not be the part of this package.

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