EXPERIENCE RAJASTHAN

Enjoy the breakfast at the hotel to welcome the fresh day in Delhi. Around 10:30am, meet with the tour guide, prior to the sightseeing in Old and New Delhi.

Proceed to the Red Fort named for its red-sandstone walls (closed on every Monday) and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This fort complex was constructed by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan as to be the residence. In front of the Red Fort, there is the imperial avenue known as Chandni Chowk.

When pass through alleyways, it seems getting narrower and we end up at the Jama Masjid which is the largest Muslim mosque in India. You can also enjoy the Ricksaw ride crossing the streets in Old Delhi.  Finishing the visit in Old Delhi, let’s head to New Delhi. Continue our visit to Qutab Minar, National Museum with curator and India Gate, a 42 meters archway built for memorial of Indian soldiers killed during the First World War. Watch the famous War Memorial Arch and see the contrast between old and New Delhi.

Carry on our tour, drive past Rashtrapati Bhawan. It was initially constructed as the Imperial residence of the Viceroy in the early 20^th century. Nowadays, it becomes the current residence of the President of India followed by Parliament House. This unique circular architecture was built with huge colonnades which house the Upper and Lower House of Parliament.  Overnight stay in Delhi.

After breakfast transfer to Airport to board the flight for Udaipur. Upon arrival check – in at hotel.

Afternoon visit to Vintage and Classic Car Museum in Udaipur where you can see some of the rarest classic and vintage car collections. This museum is owned by Arvind Singh Mewar.  Overnight stay in Udaipur.

Breakfast at hotel.

Udaipur city of lakes is regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in all of Rajasthan. Founded by Maharana Udai Singh ji, the city’s epicenter of tourist activities is Lake Pichola. The City Palace on the banks of the lake Pichola has several carved balconies, arches and decorated pillars, Zenana Mahal, Crystal Gallery in Fateh Prakash, Durbar Hall and Shambhu Niwas.  Other sites worth visiting are Jagdish temple, Sahelion-ki-Bari (queen's resort for the friends) and Fateh Sagar Lake.

Late afternoon, enjoy boat cruise at Lake Pichola. Overnight stay in Udaipur.

After breakfast drive to Bera i.e. 140 Kms / 03 hrs drive. Upon arrival transfer to hotel. Evening enjoy safari for Leopard watching. Overnight stay in Bera.

Bera :

Located between Udaipur and Jodhpur in the Pali district, Bera is a small, rustic town inhabited largely by the Rabari tribe, a shepherding community — unmissable in their white achkan-dhotis offset by intricately snaked brick-red turbans and silver amulets. 

What makes Bera in Rajasthan unique is the fact that it is perhaps the only uncontrolled environment in which leopards and humans have peacefully coexisted for over a century.

Morning enjoy safari for Leopard watching.

After breakfast drive to Nimaj 190 Kms / 04 hrs drive.

Enroute visit Ranakpur Jain temples. Upon arrival

transfer to hotel.

Afternoon enjoy Jeep safari to village area to explore

village life and interact with local people.

Overnight stay in Nimaj.

 Nimaj Palace :-

One of the Oldest Heritage property of the Country running as a hotel, which makes you relive the medieval era.

Over the centuries the Thakurs of Nimaj refurbished the palace as per their likes which even today evokes a feeling of awe and reverence and the imposing gates remind you of the chivalrous days. The palace facade carved in red sand stone makes it a distinctive landmark in the architectural history of India. Many typical Indian Motifs and designs used here have to be seen to be believed which gives the palace a unique flavour.

After breakfast drive to Jodhpur i.e. 110 Kms / 02 ½ hrs drive. Upon arrival transfer to hotel.

Evening – Free for own activities OR one can enjoy the dinner in Desert, which can be an exotic experience.

The desert is indeed one of the most peaceful places where people can sit and enjoy the silence of the night. And what can be better than enjoying a lavish romantic dinner in the middle of the desert surrounded by the dunes. Away from all the distractions, the dinner is carried along with a folk music playing in the backdrop which makes it one of the best things to do in Jodhpur in evening. Overnight stay in Jodhpur.

Breakfast at hotel.

Morning sightseeing tour of Jodhpur visiting Mehrangarh Fort, Mahamandir Temple, Jaswant Tada, Clock Tower & Mandore Garden. Overnight stay in Jodhpur.

Mehrangarh Fort :

Mehrangarh, located in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, is one of the largest forts in India. Built in around 1459 by Rao Jodha, the fort is situated 410 feet above the city and is enclosed by imposing thick walls. Inside its boundaries there are several palaces known for their intricate carvings and expansive courtyards. Overnight stay in Jodhpur.

After breakfast drive to Dechu i.e. 110 Kms / 02 hrs drive. Upon arrival transfer to hotel.

Evening enjoy jeep safari in the sand dunes.

Overnight stay in Dechu.

After breakfast drive to Jaisalmer i.e. 160 Kms / 03 hrs drive. Upon arrival transfer to hotel. Later

sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer including the 12-15th century Jain temples, Folk Museum, Gadisar Lake & the colorfully painted homes known as Havelies. Overnight stay in Jaisalmer.

Jaisalmer Fort is the second oldest fort in Rajasthan, built in 1156 AD by the Rajput Rawal (ruler) Jaisal from whom it derives its name, and stood at the crossroads of important trade routes (including the ancient Silk road). ... For this reason it is also known as the Sonar Quila or Golden Fort.

After breakfast drive to Bikaner i.e. 340 Kms / 08 hrs drive. Enroute visit Deshnoke temple. On arrival transfer to Hotel. Rest of the day is free for leisure. Overnight stay in Bikaner.

Deshnoke:-

Karni Mata Temple is Hindu temple dedicated to Karni Mata at Deshnoke, 30 km  from Bikaner,

in Rajasthan, India. It is also known as  the Temple of Rats. The temple is famous for the approximately 25,000 black rats that live, and are revered, in the temple.

After breakfast sightseeing tour of Bikaner includes :  Visit to the historic Junagarh Fort, Bikaner Palace and the Golden Jubilee Museum. Later drive to Jaipur i.e. 330 Kms / 08 hrs drive. Upon arrival transfer to hotel.

Evening – Learn the art of Rajasthani cooking with a cooking demonstration followed by dinner at a local family home in Jaipur. Overnight stay in Jaipur. 

After breakfast visit to Amber Fort - Amber Fort was the ancient capital of the State. Elephant ride / Jeep Safari is provided to ascend hill on top of which the fort is situated.

Afternoon city tour of Jaipur visiting City Palace, Hawa Mahal – the palace of winds, the Observatory or the Jantar Mantar.

Evening – Visit to Narain Niwas Palace and enjoy the dinner with Rajasthani folk dances.

Overnight stay in Jaipur.

After breakfast drive to Agra i.e. 232 kms / 05 hrs drive. En – Route visiting Abhaneri a stepwell and the unique deserted Mughal City of Fatehpur Sikri still in excellent state of preservation. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay in Agra.

Abhaneri (Chand Baori):-

Chand Baori, Abhaneri is one of the oldest, deepest and largest baoris (stepwells) in Rajasthan. The oldest parts of the structure date back to the 8th century, and significant additions were made in the 18th century. The stepwell consists of three flight of stairs descending into the earth with a subterranean palace on one side. The flight of stairs and the palace are arranged in a square pattern with the well lying at the bottom. The flight of steps descends thirteen stories.

Fatehpur Sikri:-

Fatehpur Sikri is beautiful city with an interesting birth story behind.  There, in a grotto in Sikri, lived a Muslim Saint, Sheikh Salim Chishti by name. Akbar hearing of his renown, asked of the blessings of a son, and when a son was born, not only was the child named Salim, the site for a mighty and ambitious project - a city - was chosen near the residence of the saint erected in 1569. 

The shortages of water lead to the desertion of this city. Visit the mosque of Salim Chishti, Panch Mahal and other Palaces. Upon arrival in Agra, transfer to hotel for check-in.

Early morning visit world famous Taj Mahal the symbol of love.

The Taj Mahal is an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the southern bank of the river Yamuna in the Indian city of Agra. It was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal; it also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan himself.

After breakfast at hotel visit Agra Fort

Agra Fort is a historical fort in the city of Agra in India. It was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638, when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi. Before capture by the British, the last Indian rulers to have occupied it were the Marathas. 

Evening enjoy the amazing “ Mohabbat The Taj show”  that depicts the romantic love story of Emperor Shajahan and his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal in the famous theater Kalakriti Cultural and Convention Center. You will be blown away by the creative dance and dramatic lighting with the 12’ x 12’ Taj Mahal replica as well as the lavish lifestyle of the Mughal Empire.  Overnight stay in Agra.

After breakfast drive to Agra, which is 203 kms and around 4 hours’ drive. On arrival in Delhi, transfer to Airport to board the flight for onward destination.