BEST OF RAJASTHAN
Duration : 15 Nights / 16 Days
Duration : 15 Nights / 16 Days
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Upon your arrival at Delhi Airport, You will be greeted by our airport representative and transfer to the hotel. Representative will assist to furnish the check-in formalities at hotel reception. Check-in at the hotel Remaining day is free at your own leisure.
Delhi is a perfect blend of ancient historic legacy and paced up life with modern lifestyle and treats its visitors with tempting Indian delicacies and desserts. Old Delhi is like an old reel playing before your eyes and New Delhi flashes your eyes with its modern lifestyle. Explore the nearby areas and enjoy the local food.
Stay overnight at hotel in Delhi.
Day 2: City Tour of Old & New Delhi
This morning after breakfast proceed for an escorted combined City Tour of Old & New Delhi. We’ll start with a tour to Old Delhi. Visit the most famous Red Fort- the residence of Mughal emperors of India for nearly 200 years, Jama Masjid- the largest mosque of India and if time allows, quick-shop in the local markets of Chandni Chowk. Then we visit Qutub Minar- the tallest stone tower in India signifying victory, Raj Ghat- the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi, Jantar Mantar- the fascinating equinoctial sundial, India Gate- the central imposing pride of Delhi and the historical and intriguingHumayun's Tomb. During the tour, drive past the Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's House), Parliament House and the Government Secretariat Buildings. Get back to the hotel in evening.
Stay overnight at hotel in Delhi.
Day 3: Delhi – Pushkar (Approx 420 kms)
After breakfast, drive to Pushkar which is one of the most sacred town of Rajasthan situated in Ajmer District. It is located on the shore of Pushkar Lake. As per legends Lord Brahma created this city hence there is one Temple dedicated to Lord Brahma. Pushkar is also famous for Cattle Fair (held in November). Overnight stay at Hotel in Pushkar.
Day 4: Pushkar - Udaipur
After Breakfast, drive to Udaipur. Udaipur was founded in 1559 by Maharana Uday Singh-II. Apart from its culture and history it is also known as “Venice of the east” and “lake city”. Lake Pichola, Fatehpur Sagar and Swaroop sagar lake are some of the prominent lakes of Udaipur.
Arrive Udaipur & Check in at the Hotel. Remaining day is Free at own Leisure. Overnight stay at Hotel in Udaipur.
Day 5: Udaipur
After Breakfast, you will proceed for Sightseeing Tour of Udaipur. Visit to Jagdish Temple. It was built by Maharana Jagat Singh-I in 1651 AD. Later visit to Sahelion ki Bari which was laid to accommodate young girl attendant who accompanied a princess to Udaipur as a part of dowry.
You will also visit to City Palace which is standing on the east bank of lake Pichola. Within this there are other Small Palaces like Dilkush Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Moti Mahal and Krishna Villas. The former guest houses of City Palace, Fatehparkash Palace and Shiv Niwas Palaces have been converted in to Heritage hotels. In the evening, enjoy Boat ride at lake Pichola and visit to Jagmandir which is another island at lake pichola and known for its garden courtyard.
Later proceed for Light and Sound Show at the magnificent Manek Chowk in the City Palace Complex. Overnight stay at Hotel in Udaipur.
Day 6: Udaipur – Jodhpur (Approx 280 kms)
After Breakfast, drive to Jodhpur enroute visit to Ranakpur (70 kms from Udaipur), which is famous for Marble Jain Temples. Arrive Jodhpur & Check in at the Hotel. Remaining day is Free at own Leisure. Overnight stay at Hotel in Jodhpur.
Day 7: Jodhpur
Have breakfast at Hotel in the Morning. Later, proceed for Sightseeing Tour visiting Mehrangarh Fort which is located at the city center and is spread over 05 kilometers atop a high hill. Within the fort notable structures are Moti Mahal, Phool Mahal & Sheesha Mahal. Later visit to Jaswant thada which is a white marble memorial built by Sardar Singh in 1899 in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh-II. Overnight stay at Hotel in Jodhpur.
Day 8: Jodhpur – Jaisalmer (Approx 290 kms)
After Breakfast, depart for Jaisalmer. Arrive Jaisalmer and Check in at the Hotel. Remaining day is Free at own Leisure. Overnight stay at Hotel in Jaisalmer.
Day 9: Jaisalmer
In the morning after Breakfast, proceed for Sightseeing Tour. You will visit Jaisalmer Fort. It is one of the largest fort in the world. It was built in 1156 AD by ruler Rawal Jaisal. Due to its massive sand stone walls it is also known as “Golden Fort”. Later visit to Patwon ki Haveli, Nathmal ki Haveli. In the Afternoon proceed for Camel Ride on Sam Sand Dunes. Overnight stay at hotel in Jaisalmer.
Day 10: Jaisalmer – Bikaner (Approx 330 kms)
In the morning, have Breakfast in Hotel. Further drive to Bikaner. Visit to Junagarh Fort which is built by Rai Singh in 1593. The major structures with the fort are Anup Mahal, Hawa Mahal, Badal Mahal, Phool Mahal, Rang Mahal and Ganga Mahal. Overnight stay at Hotel in Bikaner.
Day 11: Bikaner – Jaipur (Approx 330 kms)
After Breakfast in the morning at your Hotel, drive to Jaipur also popularly known as the 'Pink City'. Check in at hotel. In the evening, visit to Chokhi Dhani. Chokhi Dhani Village is a right mix of rich Rajasthani Tradition in the ethnic environment. It is full of fun, Games, Rajasthani cuisine, Rajasthani folk dances and much more. Overnight stay at hotel in Jaipur.
Day 12: Jaipur
After Breakfast at the hotel, Visit to Amber Fort (11 kms from the city) built by Raja Mansingh-I in 1592. It is located high on a hill overlooking Maota Lake on the forefront and can be reached by Jeep or on the elephant back. After this visit to Jaigarh Fort (15 kms from the city). It is located 400 m higher than Amber fort and was built by Swai Jai Singh-III. One of the important feature of the fort is Cannon named “jaivana” which was then worlds largest cannon on the wheel.
After this Drive past to Hawa Mahal - the palace of wind & visit to City Palace which is located in the heart of the city. It was constructed by Maharaja Sawai Mansingh-II. The most famous structure of the city palace are the Chandra Mahal, the Mubarak Mahal, Maharani’s Palace, Shri Govind Dev Temple and City Palace Museum. Nearby walk to Jantar Mantar an astronomical observatory. Overnight stay at Hotel in Jaipur.
Day 13: Jaipur – Ranthambhore (Approx 180 kms)
After Breakfast, drive to Ranthambhore. This is the Best National Park in the country to spot the Tigers. Overnight stay at Hotel in Ranthambhore.
Day 14: Ranthambhore
In the morning, enjoy the Adventurous Jeep Safari Ride to Ranthambhore National Park. Later visit to Ranthambhore Fort, which was built in 10th Century. It is situated at height of 700 meter above the surrounding plain. Inside the fort are the three temples dedicated to Lord Ganesha, Shiva and Ram. Overnight stay at Hotel in Ranthambhore.
Day 15: Ranthambhore – Agra (Approx 280 kms)
In the morning, after having Breakfast drive to Agra. Arrive Agra & Check in to the Hotel. Remaining day is Free at own Leisure. Overnight stay at Hotel in Agra.
Day 16: Agra - Delhi
After breakfast at your Hotel, visit the Famous Taj Mahal which is one of the biggest symbol of eternal love built by Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his wife Mumtaj Mahal. It was built in 1632-1653. (Please note that The Taj Mahal is closed on every Friday). Later visit to The Agra Fort. At the end of his life, Shah Jahan was deposed and restrained by his son in this fort. It is rumored that Shah Jahan died in Muasamman Burj, a tower with a marble balcony with a view of the Taj Mahal.