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Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights
Destinations Covered: Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Udaipur - Mt.
Abu - Narlai - Jodhpur - Pushkar - Mandawa - Delhi
Day 01: Abroad - Delhi
Upon arrival in Delhi, the guest will be met by our representative
and transferred to hotel. Overnight will be at hotel.
Day 02: Delhi - Agra
In the morning you will drive to Agra (203 km). Upon arrival in
Agra our representative will transfer you to hotel. Thereafter visit
famous Taj Mahal- The Taj Mahal is the most famous Moghul monument,
constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz
Mahal. It has been described as the most extravagant monument ever
built for love. The central structure has four small domes
surrounding the huge, central dome. Above the tombs of Mumtaz Mahal
and Shah Jahan are false tombs, a common practice in Indian
mausoleums. Other attractions at Agra are the Red fort and the tomb
of Itmad-Ud-Daulah. Stay overnight at the hotel in Agra.
Day 03: Agra - Jaipur
In the morning you will be driven to Jaipur (221 km), visiting
Fatehpur Sikri on your way. The great Mughal emperor Akbar built
Fatehpur Sikri. Attractions at Fatepur Sikri are Buland Darwaza,
Panch Mahal, Jehangir Mahal, Jodha Bai's Palace etc. Continue your
drive to Jaipur and check-in at hotel. Overnight will be at hotel.
Day 04: Jaipur
You will take a morning tour of the impressive Amber fort, situated
on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you
will mount your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb
up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time honored
fashion. In the afternoon a city tour of Jaipur follows. "The
Pink City" is spectacularly set within surrounding rugged
hills, dotted with ancient ruined fortresses. Your tour will include
the imposing City Palace, still home to the Maharaja although
several of the rooms are now open to the public.You will also visit
the Hawa Mahal "Palace of the Winds", and the open-air
Jantar Mantar Observatory to see the vast astronomical instruments.
Enjoy a stroll through the colorful bazaar before returning to your
hotel. Overnight will be at hotel.
Day 05: Jaipur - Udaipur
In the morning you will be driven to Udaipur (385 kms). Upon
arrival in Udaipur our representative will transfer you into the
hotel. You will have rest of the day at leisure. Stay overnight at
hotel.
Day 06: Udaipur
Morning city tour of Udaipur, the romantic Lake City in Southern
Rajasthan, famous for the stunning white marble Palace built on an
island in the Lake Pichola. enjoy a boat cruise on the placid waters
of Lake Pichola. From the lake you have a wonderful view of the City
Palace stretching along the east bank, while the south bank has
pleasant gardens running down to the waterside. Overnight will be at
hotel in Udaipur.
Day 07: Udaipur - Mt. Abu
In the morning you will driven to Mt. Abu (190 km). Upon arrival in
Mt. Abu you will check into the hotel. A pleasant retreat set amidst
the lush forested hills, Mt. Abu is a green oasis in the barren
desert of Rajasthan. Situated at the southern tip of the Aravali
range the hill retreat owes its cool climate to its rich flora
covering the entire hillside that includes coniferous trees and
flowering shrubs. Mt. Abu offers a spectacular array of exquisite
Dilwara Jain temples, beautifully carved temples built between 11th
and 13th century A.D. are sheer elegance in marble, dedicated to the
Jain Tirthankaras. The Vimal Vasahi temple is the oldest of these
dedicated to the first Tirthankara. Built in 1031 A.D. It is a
superb example of temple architecture. Another is Lun Vasahi temple
and Adhar Devi temple with its many stairs is a tourist attraction.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 08: Mt. Abu - Narlai
In morning you will drive to Narlai (125 km). Upon arrival in
Narlai you will check into the hotel. Narlai is a royal hunting
retreat, between Jodhpur and Udaipur. Situated amidst dramatic
boulders and ancient temples, Rawla lies at a foothill of a
stupendous 350 - foot single rock granite hill. Maharaj and Rani
Swaroop Singh and their sons oversaw the careful restoration of this
15th century home of Marwar nobility. You will have rest of the day
at leisure to explore the surrounding region. Overnight will be at
hotel.
Day 09: Narlai - Jodhpur
In the morning drive to Jodhpur (90 km). Upon arrival in Jodhpur
you will check into the hotel. Afternoon city tour of Jodhpur -
visit the Meherangarh Fort, one of the most impressive and
formidable fort in the whole of fort-studded Rajasthan. It is
situated on a high natural rock bluff from where you can look down
on the wonderful panorama of the bustling city below. Also visit
Jaswant Thada - the Royal Cenotaphs. Overnight will be at hotel.
Day 10: Jodhpur - Pushkar
In morning you will drive to Pushkar (205 km). Upon arrival in
Pushkar our representative will transfer you to deluxe tents. The
Royal Camp which captures the luxurious nostalgia of a bygone age of
the Maharaja's Safari and Shikar camps, combined with innovative
design demonstrating many of the skills and crafts of Marwar. The
camp consists of tents, each with verandah, bedroom and bathroom.
There is a large dining tent serving the best of Rajasthani cuisine
and a large open reception tent with seating areas. Pushkar is
famous for its colorful annual fair during kartik poornima (full
moon) in the month of November each year. At this time, this
otherwise peaceful and gentle village on the banks of holy Pushkar
Lake is thrown into colorful confusion when the desert tribes and
camel caravans meet to trade cattle, camels, goat, sheep, clothes,
jewellery and spices. Stay overnight at the Camp.
Day 11: Pushkar
You will spend full day at the fair. Built as 'an explosion of fun,
frolic, games and laughter', the fair provides some wonderful
photographic opportunities and is a rare change to see Rajasthani
women decked out in all their traditional jewellery, dress and
finery. It is worth getting up early to see the camels and tribes
rousing themselves in the pink of the dawn desert light. Overnight
will be at the Camp.
Day 12: Pushkar - Mandawa
In the morning, you will be driven to Mandawa (240 km). Upon
arrival in Mandawa, our representative will transfer you to hotel.
Afternoon visit the enormous Havelis with fascinating murals and
painted frescoes built by the wealthy Rajasthani merchants ("Marwaris")
in the 19th century. The Havelis are mansion of a unique residential
architectural style that evolved around courtyards to serve the
purpose of family security, privacy for the women as also protecting
the inhabitants from the long, harsh summers. Overnight will be at
hotel
Day 13: Mandawa - Delhi In morning you will drive to Delhi
(250 km) and upon arrival in Delhi check-in at hotel. In the
afternoon you will be taken to visit New Delhi. Drive past the
stately government buildings of the British Era designed by Lutyens,
including the India Gate and the Presidential Palace. Continue onto
the beautiful Humayun tomb of the Mughal era and predecessor of the
world famous Taj Mahal. End the tour at the towering minaret of
Qutab Minar. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 14: Delhi
In the morning you will be taken to visit Old Delhi. Later transfer
to international airport for your onward journey. |