RAJASTHAN TOURS INDIA
Duration:( 12 Nights / 13 Days )
Destinations: - Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Mukandgarh, Bikaner, Jaisalmer,
Jodhpur, Mount Abu, Udaipur, Delhi
DAY 1 - Delhi : - :
Arrive in Delhi and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon combined sight
seeing tour of Old and New Delhi visiting Qutab Minar, Lakshmi Narayan
Temple, India Gate. Drive past President’s Estate, Parliament House
and Secretariat buildings. Visit Raj Ghat and Shanti Van, the cremation
sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawharlal Nehru, Jama Masjid and drive past
the Red Fort and Chandni Chowk along with other sight in Delhi.
DAY 2 - Delhi - Agra
In the morning straight drive to Agra (204 kms). On arrival check into
the hotel. In the afternoon city sight seeing tour visiting the world
famous Taj Mahal, Agra, built by the Moghul Emperor Shahjahan
in 1630 for his queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains.
Later visit the Agra Fort containing the Pearl Mosque and the Hall of
Public and Private Audience. Also visit Itmad-ud-Daula’s tomb, built
by Noorjehan in memory of her father. Whole night at the Hotel.
DAY 3 - Agra - Jaipur
In the morning straight drive to Jaipur - Rajasthan (235 kms) visit included
to Fatehpur Sikri, build by Emperor Akbar in 1569 to commemorate the birth
of his son and later abandoned due to scarcity of water. Also Visit the
remains, its fortifications within the city including Jama Masjid, Tomb
of Salim Chisti, Panch Mahal and other palaces. On arrival check into
the hotel. Whole night at the Hotel.
DAY 4 - Jaipur
In the next morning Tour to Amber Fort, the ancient capital of the state
until 1728 and see the Sheesh Mahal or the Hall of Victory sparkling with
mirrors, Jai Mahal and the temple of Kali. Ascend, on elephant back, the
hill on which the fort is situated. In the afternoon city sightseeing
tour to Jaipur. Jaipur the capital of Rajasthan was given a colour of
pink a century ago in honour of a visiting Prince. Ever since, it has
retained the colour. Built by Maharaja Jai Singh, the notable astronomer,
this city is 260 years old. Visit the Maharaja's City Palace of winds
known as Hawa Mahal. Whole night at the Hotel.
DAY 5 - Jaipur - Mukandgarh
In the morning straight drive from Jaipur to Mukandgarh (280 kms.) on
arrival check in at the Hotel. Afternoon visit Mukandgarh/Mandwa, found
in 1755 by Thakur Nawal Singh and still the home of his descendants.Visit
beautiful & excellent Frescoes, Havelis and Mansions.
Mandawa castle, one of the finest castles of Rajasthan, is now a hotel
and house of collections of armories, costumes of ancestors, canons from
1820, ancient coins, numismatic collection and many other interesting
items, preserved in the Museum.
DAY 6 - Mukandgarh - Bikaner
In the morning straight drive from Mukandgarh to Bikaner - Rajasthan (210
kms.). On arrival check into the hotel. Afternoon city sightseeing Tours
to Bikaner. Earlier This city was a trade center on the caravan routes
from Africa and West Asia. Bikaner's dominant features are rippling sands
and plentiful sunshine. The city stands on an elevation, enclosed by a
7 kms. wall, which can be entered from 5 gates. Bikaner City is bolstered
by imposing walls and has a 16th century fort housing Old Palaces,
Temples & Mosque. Also visit Lallgarh Palace, The museum, Bhanda
Sagar Jain and Deshnoke Rat temple. Whole night at the Hotel.
DAY 7 - Bikaner - Jaisalmer
In the morning straight drive from Bikaner to Jaisalmer Rajasthan (333
kms.) on arrival check into the Hotel. Afternoon at leisure for the individual
activities. Whole night at the Hotel.
DAY 8 - Jaisalmer Rajasthan
In the morning city sightseeing Tour to Jaisalmer in Rajasthan. Burning
in the heart of the Thar, the burnished sandstone, is an intricately moulded
wonderland in place of a barren land, to day stands a city of gilded magic.
The origins of Jaisalmer go back to the 12th century, when
Rawal Jaisal abandoned his old fort at Ludarwa and laid the foundation
of a new city. Visit the splendid fort the Patwon Ki Haveli (Mansion)
and Salim Singh Ki Haveli, with their carved balconies and brackets
which are supreme examples of the art. In the evening camel safari to
visit the Sand Dunes.
DAY 9 - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
In the morning straight drive from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur. On arrival check
into the hotel. Afternoon city sightseeing Tour to Jodhpur, stronghold
of the fierce Rathore clan, was founded in 1459 by Price Jodha. Trip the
Mehrangarh Fort, situated on a low sandstone hill. Within the fort,
visit Moti Mahal and Phool Mahal. Also visit Jaswant Thada,
an magnificent marble stone monument, built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant
Singh II around 1899 and Umaid Public gardens. Whole night at the
Hotel.
DAY 10 - Jodhpur - Mount Abu
In the morning straight drive from Jodhput To Mount Abu. On arrival
check into the hotel. Afternoon city sightseeing Tour to Mount Abu. Mount
Abu is set amidst wooded and granite dotted Aravali Hills.
Also take a trip to The Dilwara Temples. These are noted for their
intricate carvings in marble, which are truly delicated. The two famous
temples in the complex are the Vimal Vaashi & Luna Vasshi.
Whole night at the Hotel.
DAY 11 - Mount Abu - Udaipur
In the morning straight drive from Mount Abu To Udaipur (283 kms) visit
included Ranakpur. The Jain temple of Ranakpur built in the 15th
century are situated in the lovely valley of Aravalies. Its surroundings
are quiet and charming. There are 1444 pillars in the temple and none
of them are similar. The magic of the light and shade is really entrancing.
Surya temple and other Jain temples are side attractions. On arrival check
into the hotel. Whole night at the Hotel.
DAY 12 - Udaipur
In the morning city sightseeing Tour to Udaipur. Built in 1559 A.D. by
Maharaja Udai Singh, the city has been described as the most romantic
spot on the continent of India by Col. James Todd. Trip to The City
Palace Museum, The Jagdish Temple, Sahelion Ki Bari
(Queen’s resort for their friends) Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir (Folk
art museum) and the Pratap Memorial. Afternoon leisure. Whole night at
the Hotel.
DAY 13 Udaipur - Delhi
Return drive to Delhi. Arrive Delhi and transfer to the Hotel.
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