Itinerary
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 Shah Jahan in memory of his wife
Mumtaz Mahal. It has been described as the most extravagant monument
ever built for love. 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 king Akbar built Fatehpur
Sikri. Other 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
Early morning after breakfast, you will take a morning tour of the
Amber fort, situated 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 include the imposing City Palace view,
still home to the Maharaja although several of the rooms are now open
to the public. Many antiques and artifacts belonging to the ruling
family are housed here, including a collection of weaponry. You will
also visit the Hawa Mahal "Palace of the Winds", and the open-air
Jantar Mantar Observatory to see the vast astronomical instruments.
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. It was the former Palace of the Maharana
and now converted to one of the most glamorous hotels in India. The
tour will cover the magnificent City Palace, the Garden of Maidens "Sahelion-ki-bari"
and a drive around the other nearby lakes.
Late afternoon, 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 ( Pushkar Fair Tours )
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 ( Pushkar Fair Tours )
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. Former center of
Mughal Power, Old Delhi offers ancient monuments, narrow streets and
bustling bazaars. Drive past the Red Fort, built in 1648 and board the
'rickshaw ride' for a unique experience from the Red Fort, through "Chandni
Chowk" or Silver Street. Later visit the Jama Masjid, the greatest
mosque in India and completed in 1658 by Shah Jahan who also built the
Taj Mahal and the Raj Ghat, the simple memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. In
the afternoon you will be free for own activities. Later transfer to
international airport for your onward journey.
Our tour concludes: We thank you for your
patronage & look forward serve you again in near future.
Package
includes:
· 14
Nights accommodation on twin sharing basis with Breakfast
· Daily
breakfast
·
A/C transportation as per the itinerary
. Elephant Safari in Jaipur
·
Local English speaking guide during the sight seeing of
the tour
. Mineral Water Per Day ( 2 Bottle )
Package does not include:
·
Any airfare or airport tax.
·
Any Monument entry fee & camera fee (wherever Applicable)
·
All presently applicable taxes.
·
Any expense of personal nature such as hard/soft
drinks, laundry, phone/fax calls, tips etc.
· Any
other expense not mentioned in the "Package includes".