| Tour Itinerary |
Tour Highlights |
Day 01. Flight to
India (Delhi)
Around Midnight arrival in Delhi. The cosmopolitan City and
capital Delhi is the main gateway for travelers. You are met by an
Rajasthan Ghumo representative and transferred to your Hotel. |
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Day 02. Old - New Delhi
Morning is at leisure. Afternoon sightseeing in Old Delhi.include
red fort, old city, Jama Masjid, “Kutab Minar” which is 71 meter
high and was constructed in 1199.Before we proceed to the Hotel we
have a drive through New Delhi where we see the India Gate,
Government Buildings and Embassies. |
Day 03. Delhi - Agra (about 180 km)
After having the breakfast we drive to Agra. On the way we visit
other tourist places. Rest day at leisure. |
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Day 04. Agra
We start today our sightseeing by a visit to the Agra Fort, the
Taj Mahal, an enduring monument to love, with a continually
fulfilling beauty. It was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan
between 1631-52, as a tomb and memorial to his beloved wife Mumtaz
Mahal (Jewel of the Palace), who died at the age of 39 giving
birth to her 14th child. We spend enough time at Taj Mahal to take
this impressive memory home. After the visit of Taj Mahal we have
a look at the famous fine marble inlay work which is still being
done in Agra by the descendants of the families of builders and
artists of the Taj Mahal. |
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Day 05. Agra - Bhandarej (about 175 km)
Today we leave Agra, drive through a series of fields, small towns
and villages in direction of Bhandarej. Enroute we make a stop and
visit Fatehpur Sikri, This wonderful city constructed by red sand
stones was abandoned as abruptly as it had been built. It has been
generally stated that it was due to failing in the water supply.
Late evening arrival at the palace Hotel of Bhandarej which has a
blend of Mughal and Rajputana architecture. The Bhandarej palace
has courtyards, arched windows, traditionally painted verandahs
and front lawns. The nearby Bhangarh village with its temples and
historical sites has a history which dates back to 11th
century.Rest of the day at leisure. At the dinner time local
dances will be performed in the palace. |
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Day 06. Bhandarej - Ranthambore (about 120 km)
Today after the breakfast we leave for the world famous
Ranthambore Nationalpark. After a break & refreshment at our hotel
in Ranthambore we will explore the park on a Jeep. Ranthambore
National Park is surrounded by the Vindhyas and the Aravali
mountains and covers an area of 392 sq2. The Tiger remains the
biggest attraction of the Ranthambore National Park. |
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Day 07. Ranthambore - Kota (about 135 km)
In the early morning we again explore the park on jeeps. After the
Jeep Safari and perhaps with the memories of our encounter with
tiger we leave for Kota. The town of Kota was once the part of the
erstwhile Rajput kingdom of Bundi. In Kota we will visit the city
fort and palace, this type of fort-palace complex is one of the
largest to be found in the state of Rajasthan. |
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Day 08. Kota - Bundi (about 38 km) - Kota
Today we have an excursion to the fort city of Bundi. Bundi is
most famous for its baoris (step wells) as there are many
impressive ones. On the top of the hill is majestic Taragarh Fort
of Bundi, the interesting fort is worth exploring for hours. After
the whole day excursion we return to Kota in the evening. |
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Day 09. Bundi - Chittorgarh (about 140 km)
After an early breakfast we drive to Chittorgarh.The Fort of
Chittorgarh was built in 7th century A.D Perched on a height of
180m hill it sprawls over 700 acres. Overnight stay in Chittorgarh. |
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Day 10. Chittorgarh - Udaipur (about 120 km)
Today we drive to Udaipur. Udaipur is called the romantic city of
Rajasthan.After arrival in Udaipur, rest day at leisure. In the
evening we enjoy a Boat ride on the lake Pichola. |
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Day 11. Udaipur
Today we visit Udaipur. We start our sightseeing with the visit of
Sahelion-Ki-Bari. Museum of folk art. After a break we proceed to
city palace, the biggest Palace in India. The museum of the palace
includes the beautiful peacock mosaic and miniature wall paintings
of Indian mythology. Rest day at leisure. |
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Day 12. Udaipur - Pushkar (about 300 km)
Today we leave Udaipur and drive to Pushkar. Pushkar being one of
the most religious places for Hindus has the atmosphere of an
ancient religious town. The only temple of God Brahma is in
Pushkar thus making Pushkar an important pilgrimage city for
Hindus.Pushkar has become famous in the world due to its Pushkar
Festival which takes place in the month of November. (if this tour
takes place during the time of Pushkar Festival we spend 2 nights
stay in Pushkar instead of one and therefore the duration of this
Tour will be extended for one more day making it 17 days tour). |
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Day 13. Pushkar - Jaipur (about 120 km)
Today we leave the holy city of Pushkar and drive to the Pink City
Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan and famous for its handicrafts
and precious and semiprecious stones. After a break in Jaipur we
visit the city palace in the afternoon which is still the formal
residence of the royal family, built in a blend of the Rajasthani
and Mughal architecture. In the museum of the city palace we visit
the private collection of the Jaipur Mahrajas. We continue to
Jantar Mantar,a stone observatory, the largest of Jai Singh's five
remarkable observatories. It's complex instruments reveals us the
secrets of medieval Indian astronomy. |
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Day 14. Jaipur
After breakfast we drive to the ancient capital of Amber, laying
11 km. away from Jaipur. We will ascend to the Palace Fortress on
the back of an Elephant. Enroute to Amber we will visit the Hawa
Mahal (Palace of the Winds), built in 1799 AD, it contains 953
small casements with each having its own balcony. In the afternoon
we have a walk through the colorful Bazaar of Jaipur and visit a
factory to see the famous block printing work being done since
centuries in Jaipur. In the evening we drive through the new city
of Jaipur and visit "Laxmi Narayan Mandir",a Hindu temple made out
of white marble. We might have an opportunity here to observe a
prayer ceremony. Today we have dinner with a presentation of
Indian music and dance. |
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Day 15. Jaipur - Delhi (about 270 km)
Late morning, after having our Breakfast we drive to Delhi.
Arrival in Delhi in the afternoon.The rest of the day at leisure.
(Opportunity for the last shopping or enjoy a massage in the
Hotel). |
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Day 16. Flight to Home
Around Midnight flight to home destination. |
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Highlights of Tour
Guided Tour in each city, Camel Safari at Jaisalmer, Boat Ride at
Lake Pichola, Udaipur, One Rajasthani Dinner at Chokhi Dhani,
Painted Elephant ride at Amber fort, Morning Taj Mahal Visit with
Sunrise, Riksha ride at old Delhi, Jungle Safari at Ranthambore. |
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