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Your journey day by day :
DAY 01:
Arrival in Delhi
Transfer to and O/N in hotel.
DAY 02: Delhi to
Mandawa/Nawalgarh:242km/5- 6 hrs + sightseeing
Drive
by minibus or jeep to the Shekhawati region, well
known for its havelis
decorated with murals. Visit the
fort and some havelis in Mandawa, a
charming town
built in the 18th century. In the afternoon explore
Nawalgarh, founded in 1737 by Nawal Singh: see its painted havelis;
wander around the town. O/N in hotel.
DAY 03: Mandawa to Bikaner, via Fatehpur: Drive:
200km/5hrs
Early
morning start, with halts en route, to visit some beautiful havelis in
Fatehpur, famous for its wall paintings. Continue to Bikaner. After
settling into the hotel, visit Bikaner Fort in the evening. O/N in
hotel.
DAY 04: Bikaner to Jaisalmer (The Golden City), via Deshnok: Drive:
350km/7hrs
Early
morning start, with a visit on the way to the famous “Temple of Rats,”
the Karni Temple at Deshnukh. Bewitching Jaisalmer in the
heart of the
Thar Desert is full of sandstone
structures painted a golden hue by the
sun. Stroll around
the market, and enjoy the sunset from Lake Gadsisar.
O/N in hotel.
DAY 05: Exploring Jaisalmer and Around
Visit
the desert city’s lively, inhabited Fort, Jain temple,
Patwon ki Haveli
and Salim Singh Haveli. Afternoon
excursion to Sam Sand Dune: enjoy a
camel ride and,
later, the sunset against the dune. Back to and O/N in
hotel.
DAY 06:
Jaisalmer to Jodhpur (Blue City): 285km/6 hrs
En
route, visit some villages and interact at firsthand with
villagers.
After checking in at hotel in Jodhpur and lunch,
explore Jodhpur. The
second most populated city in
Rajasthan, it stands at the edge of the
Thar Desert, and
boasts possibly the most impressive of Rajasthan’s
forts, Mehrangarh Fort, built of red stone in the 15th century. Visit
the fort and Jaswant Thada, a white marble tomb, then stroll in Sadar
Bazaar. Jodhpur is fondly referred to as the Blue City because of
the
old town’s indigo colored houses, a great
view of which is afforded from
the ramparts of
Meharangarh, which looms high above the buzzing city.
O/N in hotel.
DAY 07:
Jodhpur to Udaipur, via Ranakpur: Drive: 300 km/6:30 hrs
Situated
in a peaceful, beautiful remote valley of the
Aravalli Range, Ranakpur
is famous for its Choumukha (or
four-faced) temple, dedicated to
Adinath. Superbly crafted
and well-kept, the temple is reputed to have
more than
1444 pillars, each of which is distinct from the other in its
carvings. From here, driving through a mountainous road, you will reach
one of the most charming cities in Rajasthan: Udaipur, situated on the
bank of Pichola Lake and with high hills around. Check in
hotel, evening
free. O/N in hotel.
DAY 08: Exploring Udaipur
Visit
the massive City Palace complex, with its
many beautiful palaces and
rooms, Sahelion ki Bari gardens,
and explore the bazaar (Optional:
boating on the lake). O/N
in hotel.
DAY 09:
Udaipur to Pushkar: Drive: 302 km/6 hrs
After
checking into hotel at Pushkar in the afternoon, visittheholy
town.
According to legend, the sacred lake of
Pushkarsprang up at the spot
where Brahma, the Lord of
Creation,dropped a lotus from the sky. A very
important
pilgrimage centre for Hindus, Pushkar is to be visited at
least once in a lifetime by a devotee, it is said. A large number of
sadhus can be seen here, mainly congregating around the lake and the
temples surrounding it. The lake has several ghats where pilgrims
take a
dip in its holy waters. Pushkar is famous for its
spectacular camel
fair, which occurs in Oct/Nov every
year.
DAY 10/11:
Pushkar to Jaipur: Drive:145km/3hrs
Departure
to the Pink City, capital of the state. After checking
into hotel,
visit the ornate and impressive Amber
Fort, 10 km from Jaipur, situated
by a lake. Evening
free.
Next day, city
tour to visit the Jantar
Mantar (observatory), City Palace
and the unique Hawa Mahal (wind
palace). Evening free, O/N
in hotel.
DAY 12:
Jaipur to Bharatpur, via Fatehpur Sikri: Drive: 380km/7:30hrs
Early
morning departure to Fatehpur Sikri, 4
hours drive from Jaipur. The
former capital of the
Mughal emperor Akbar in the 15th century, it is a
storehouse
of beautiful structures to be enjoyed in tranquil
surroundings. After lunch, drive to Bharatpur, one of the most important
ornithological reserves in India with more than 400 species of birds!
You can explore the park on foot or on cycles. O/N in Bharatpur.
DAY 13:
Bharatpur to Agra: Drive: 55km/1:30 hrs
On
reaching Agra, visit one of the world’s most famous structures, the
Taj
Mahal, the sumptuous white marble tomb built by Mughal
emperor Shah
Jahan in the 17th century for his beloved
wife, Mumtaz. Afterwards,
visit Red Fort. O/N in Agra.
DAY 14: Agra to Delhi:
Drive: 200km/4 hrs
After
breakfast, depart for Delhi. Half day sightseeing of some of the
capital city’s main attractions. Evening transfer to international
airport for onward flight.
Departure : From two persons onward
Size of the group: minimum 2 persons, maximum 14 persons.
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