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Royal Rajasthan

Delhi - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Agra - Delhi

12 Nights/ 13 Days



DAY 1 : Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi and check in to your preferred hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 2 : A full day tour of Old and New Delhi.

OLD DELHI - A sight-seeing tour of Old Delhi would entail visiting the Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India and the Red Fort - once the most opulent fort and palace of the Moghul Empire.

Enjoy the cycle rickshaw ride from Jama Masjid to Chandni Chowk.

NEW DELHI - An extensive sight-seeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit to the Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub Minar, a drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, the President's Residence, Lotus Temple and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave.

DAY 3 : DELHI – MANADAWA (Approx. 265 Kms./ 06 Hrs.)
After breakfast proceed by surface to Mandawa. Afternoon sightseeing tour of the town, which lies in the heart of Shekhawati. A painted arched gateway, adorned with Lord Krishna and his cows, leads to the bazaar. You can wander through the streets, where mansions of rich merchants are adorned with elaborate frescoes.

Mandawa was founded in 1755 by Thakur Nawal Singh and is still the home of his descendants. Mandawa houses a collection of armories, costumes of ancestors, canons from 1820, ancient coins, numismatic collection and many other interesting items preserved in a museum. The whole area of Shekhavati has beautiful frescoes, havelis & mansions and is called the open air gallery. Overnight Mandawa.

Day 4 : Bikaner (Approx. 175 Kms./04 Hrs.)
Buffet Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Bikaner. Afternoon tour of this desert city visiting Junargarh Fort, Har Mandir, Lallgarh Palace, Phool Mahal and Camel breeding Farm

Bikaner is bolstered by imposing walls and has a 16th century fort housing old palaces, temples and a mosque. Founded by Raja Rai Singh, the fort is distinguished by its long range of 37 pavilions, a line of balconies and aerial windows of varying designs. An enormous arched doorway leads to the Joramal Temple. The royal chapel is Har Mandir where royal weddings and births were once celebrated. Overnight Bikaner.

DAY 5 : BIKANER – JAISALMER (Approx. 335 Kms./ 07 Hrs.)
After breakfast proceed by surface to Jaisalmer. Evening visit the Sand Dunes where you can take a camel ride to view the sunset. The Rajasthani backdrop, the sunset and the camel ride make the entire outing an unforgettable experience. Overnight at hotel.

Day 6 :Jaisalmer
Morning sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer. Visit the Fort, bazzars and the old mansions known as "havelis". People still live in these ancient buildings dating from 12th to 15th century. Every house has exquisite carvings and filigreed work. Overnight at hotel.

Day 7 : Jodhpur (Approx. 325 Kms./ 07 Hrs.)
After Breakfast drive to Jodhpur. Evening at leisure. Overnight at Jaisalmer.

DAY 8 : JODHPUR
Morning visit the Meharangarh Fort, home of India’s mot spectacular Fortress – Palace.

Jodhpur was founded in 1459 AD by Rao Jodha, chief of Rajput clan of Rathore rulers. While in the city also visit the Jaswant Thada, a white marble cenotaph built to commemorate acts of bravery and generosity of the rulers in 19th century. A trip to Jodhpur is incomplete without visiting The Maid Bhawan Palace & museum.

Day 9 :Udaipur (Approx. 275 Kms./ 06 Hrs.)

After Breakfast drive to Udaipur en route visiting Ranakpur Jain Temples.

Ranakpur - 98 kms from Udaipur, the Jain Temples built in the 15th century are situated in the lovely valley of the Aravali. Its surrounding is quiet and picturesque. Ranakpur has grand structures and beautiful sculpture. There are 1444 pillars in the temple and none of them are similar. The magic of light & shade is really awe inspiring. Surya Temple and other Jain Temples are side attractions. Continue drive to Udaipur.

Day 10 : Udaipur

UDAIPUR – The lake city of Udaipur is a cool oasis in the heart of the colorful state of Rajasthan. Udaipur is famous for its Lake Palace, a magnificent palace now converted into a luxury hotel and the City Palace, which is converted into a museum. The beautiful Pichola Lake, Fateh Sagar lake and Jagdish mandir, an Indo-Aryan temple, are amongst the other places of interest. Udaipur is well-known for its local crafts, particularly paintings in the Rajput Mughal style. Excursions include Eklingi, a small village known for its numerous temples; Haldighati, a famous battle field, Nathdwara and Ranakpur Temples.
Morning proceed for sightseeing tour of Udaipur, stopping first at City Palace. Here you will marvel atrooms with mirrored walls and ivory doors, colored glass windows and inlaid marble balconies and the Peacock Courtyard.

Also visit the lovely Sahelion-ki-Bari – Exclusive garden of the royal ladies, Jagdish Temple and the local folk Museum. Proceed for an evening boat ride on the placid waters of Lake Pichola. From the boat you will be able to view the city of Udaipur as it rises majestically above the lake in the middle of the Rajasthan desert.

Day 11 : Udaipur – Jaipur
Fly on to the capital city of colourful state of Rajasthan – Jaipur.

The origins of the beautiful city of Jaipur can be traced back to the eighteenth century, during the reign of Jai Singh II who ascended the Amber throne in 1699. Jaipur today, epitomizes the spirit of Rajputana. In-spite of growing into a bustling metropolis, it still retains its character and history - A beautiful fusion of the yesteryears and modernity. Jaipur is popularly known as the Pink City because of the extensive use of the locally abundant pink plastered stone, painted so in honor of the visit of the royal consort of Queen Victoria. Jaipur thrills the soul with its massive forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite temples and lush gardens.

Morning excursion to Amber Fort.

AMBER FORT PALACE - Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent Jai Singh I. Its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds it's ultimate expression. Follow an old tradition and ride up to Amber Fort on an Elephant.

Continue sight-seeing to CITY PALACE, JANTAR MANTAR HAWA MAHAL

Relax in the evening or visit the markets – Jaipur is a treasure trove for the shoppers and there is everything here that the heart desires. As a major gems & jewellery center, you can count on finding some of India’s finest jewellery here. Besides that, there are marble statues, woolen carpets, cotton rugs, hand block printed Sanganeri and Bagru cotton fabrics, brassware, leather footwear and much more

DAY 12 : JAIPUR – AGRA

Leave for Agra by surface en route visiting the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri.

Fatehpur Sikri - The deserted, red Sandstone City, Emperor Akbar built that as his capital and palace in the late 16th century is an exhilarating experience. It a veritable fairytale city and its "ruins" are in pristine condition ... it's not hard to imagine what the court life must have been like in the days of it's grandeur. Also visit the Buland Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world.

Continue drive to Agra.

AGRA - Two great Mughal monarchs, Akbar and Shah Jahan, transformed the little village of Agra into a befitting second capital of the Mughal Empire

Today a visitor to Agra is caught up in a world of contrasting edifices, of red sandstone and white marble, narrow galleys and quaint buggies, and that irresistible charm that this favorite city of the Mughals still retains. It is not surprising, that modern Agra still reflects its Mughal heritage most conspicuously. A walk down the narrow bustling streets of the city will introduce the visitor to the wafting aroma of Mughlai cuisine.

visit the impressive Agra Fort and get led through the multitude of chambers in this regal residence. As you drive through the city you will get to see some local colours and bazaars. Evening at leisure.

Day 13 : AGRA – DELHI
After a sunrise visit to discover the beauty of Taj Mahal, leave for Delhi by surface and transfer straight to the International airport or you may extend your stay with us.



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