Duration:15
Nights / 16 Days
Destinations Covered: Delhi - Jaipur - Pushkar
- Bundi - Kota - Udaipur - Jodhpur - Jaisalmer - Bikaner
- Mandawa - Delhi
Day 1: Arrival Delhi
The company representatives will receive you on arrival
at the international airport in Delhi late in the night.
Transfer and check-in to your hotel.
Delhi, the capital of 8 empires has now transformed
into a metropolis, which has managed to retain its glorious
past and along with the present. It is the kaleidoscope
of the ancient, medieval and modern culture of India.
Overnight at Delhi.
Day 2: Delhi
Breakfast at hotel. Relax for the first half of the
day at hotel. Late in the afternoon, proceed for the
tour of Old & New Delhi.
Old Delhi - A sightseeing tour of Old Delhi
includes the Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid and Red Fort. Enjoy
a cycle rickshaw ride from Jama Masjid to Chandni Chowk.
New Delhi - A sightseeing tour of New Delhi
includes a visit to the Humayun's Tomb and Qutub Minar.
A drive along the ceremonial avenue, Rajpath past the
imposing India Gate, Parliament House, the President's
Residence would end at the Diplomatic Enclave.

Overnight at Delhi.
Day 3: Delhi - Jaipur
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Jaipur. On arrival check-in
to hotel.
Jaipur - The origins of the planned city of
Jaipur can be traced back to the 18th century during
the reign of Sawai Jai Singh II. He ascended the Amber
throne in 1699 AD and initiated the work of constructing
the city in 1727 AD. Named after the king, Jaipur was
completed in 1731 AD. Jaipur has managed to preserve
the character and history of the old city. Popularly
known as the Pink City, painted in honor of the visit
of the Prince of Wales. Jaipur is abundant with fascinating
forts, pleasing palaces, terrific temples and luxurious
gardens.
Overnight in Jaipur.
Day 4: Jaipur
Breakfast at hotel.
Proceed for excursion to Amber Fort in the outskirts
of Jaipur. Elephant ride will take you up to the fort.
Man Singh I initiated the construction of the Amber
Fort in 1592 and completed by his descendent Jai Singh
I. It is a fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles of architecture
looks aesthetically pleasing.
Proceed for sightseeing of the city of Jaipur. Visit
the City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal.
Overnight at Jaipur.
Day 5: Jaipur - Pushkar
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for Pushkar, reach by noon.
Check in at Pushkar Palace and relax.
Pushkar - it is one of the most sacred and
the oldest cities of India with references in mythology
and the Mahabharat. If Hindu mythology is to be believed,
Lord Brahma, the creator of the world performed the
highly spiritual Vedic Yagna at Pushkar in a search
for his abode on earth. It is the only place in the
world with a temple dedicated to Brahma. Pushkar is
also the venue for the famous Pushkar Fair where people
from all over Asia come to buy and sell cattle of breeds
from across the world. The Pushkar Fair is amongst the
largest cattle fairs in the world. The solemn shrine
of Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti at Ajmer sees a lot of pilgrims
from all over the world. Pushkar is a City of Pilgrimage
since the very beginning with more than 500 temples
and Ghats. Surrounding the lake are the 52 bathing Ghats
linked to the lunar calendar. Each Ghat is believed
to have its own miraculous attributes and powers of
healing. The city has over 500 temples showcase varied
architectural styles, as they were built over a large
period of time. also known as the Rose Garden of Rajasthan
- the essence of the famous Pushkar rose is exported
the world over. Pushkar possess most varied terrain
in Rajasthan with sand, rock and hills.
Visit the Mausoleum, Anasagar and Akbar's Palace.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 6: Pushkar - Bundi
Breakfast at hotel. Visit the Brahma Temple. Perform
poojas at the holy lake of Pushkar.
Proceed for Bundi. Check in to Royal Retreat, an old
hunting haveli in the Taragarh Fort Compound. It is
not a star category hotel but the experience will be
unique as this is the only hotel in the Fort Complex.
Bundi-It is a town with medieval character.
Taragarh Fort and the Palace here are alluring. The
Chitrashala in the palace has rooms encompassed with
pretty miniature paintings depicting scenes from the
life of Lord Krishna and his consort Radha.
Enjoy a "Mashaal Dinner" in the evening. The torches
are lit up and traditional dinner of a hunted animal
is served, which makes for a truly unforgettable experience.
Overnight at Bundi.
Day 7: Bundi - Kota - Udaipur
breakfast at the hotel. Proceed for Kota.
Kota - It is Rajasthan's largest industrial
town situated on the banks of the river Chambal, better
known for its Kota saris and Miniature School of Art
specialized in hunting scenes. Visit the City Palace
and Fort on the banks of the Chambal River close to
the Kota Barrage. It houses the Rao Madho Singh Museum
containing the relics of the former rulers of Kota.
take a paddleboat and visit the Jag Mandir, an island
on Kishore Sagar Lake, Government Museum and the famous
gardens of Chambal and Chatter Bilas.
Proceed for Udaipur. Reach and check in at hotel.
Udaipur- The City of Dawn is a picturesque
city spread around the bright blue lake and enclosed
by the green hills of the Aravallis. Udaipur, the Jewel
of Mewar, is a kingdom ruled by the Sisodia dynasty
for 1200 Years. It is one of the oldest surviving dynasties
of the world. The city was established around 1567 A.D.

Relax in the evening. Overnight at Udaipur.
Day 8: Udaipur
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for sightseeing tour of
Udaipur. Visit the City Palace with Peacock Courtyard,
Sahelion-ki-Bari Gardens, the Jagdish Temple and the
Local Folk Museum.
in the evening, proceed for the motor launch cruise
on the Lake Pichola. you will get a lovely view the
city of Udaipur from the boat. Also visit and spend
some time at the Jag Mandir Palace - the other island
palace in the middle of the lake.
Overnight at Udaipur.
Day 9: Udaipur - Jodhpur
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Jodhpur.
En-route, visit the Ranakpur Temples, dating back
to the 15th century. The 29 halls of the temple are
supported by 200 pillars, each different from the other
in design. The Temple is decorated with intricate friezes
and sculptures. Also visit two more Jain temples and
the Temple of the Sun God, which has some erotic sculptures.
Reach Jodhpur.
Jodhpur - Lies at one end of the Thar Desert,
the imperial city of Jodhpur was once the capital of
the Marwar state. It was founded in 1459 AD by Rao Jodha-chief
of the Rathore clan of Rajputs. The Mehrangarh Fort
built around the 15th century looks gigantic on the
top of a rocky hill. it rises to a height of 125 m above
the plains. A high wall -10 km long with 8 gates and
innumerable bastions encloses the city.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Jodhpur. Visit the Mehrangarh
Fort, Jaswant Thada Memorial and Umaid Bhawan Palace.
Relax in the evening or proceed for shopping. Overnight
at Jodhpur.
Day 10: Jodhpur - Jaisalmer
Breakfast in hotel. Enjoy the village safari in the
jeep to catch a rare glimpse of the rich culture and
true essence of India.

Proceed for Jaisalmer.
Jaisalmer - The Golden City of Jaisalmer has
an interesting legend associated with the founding of
Jaisalmer. Lord Krishna, the head of the Yadav Clan,
predicted to Arjuna that a remote descendent of the
Yadav Clan would set up his kingdom on the top of the
Trikuta Hill. His prediction was fulfilled in 1156 AD
when Rawal Jaisal, a descendent of the Yadav Clan and
a Bhatti Rajput, deserted his fort at Lodurva and established
a new capital -Jaisalmer on the Trikuta Hill. Reach
and check in at hotel. Overnight at Jaisalmer.
Day 11: Jaisalmer
relaxed breakfast at hotel. proceed for full day sightseeing
tour of Jaisalmer. Visit the Jaisalmer Fort, the oldest
living Fort in the world, Patwon-Ki-Havelies, Salim-Singh-Ki-Haveli,
Gandhi Sagar Tank and Barabagh Hill.
In the afternoon, visit the Khuri Sand Dunes and the
typical Rajasthani Desert Village. A camel ride will
take you to view the sunset from the dunes.
Return to the village for dinner amidst Rajasthani
musicians playing haunting tunes. Overnight at Village.
Day 12: Jaisalmer Camel Safari Proceed on camel backs
early in the morning into the desert.
reach midway between Khuri and Jaisalmer. Camp for
overnight stay.
Day 13: Jaisalmer - Bikaner
Continue your camel safari for the first half of the
day. reach closer to Jaisalmer in the afternoon. one
and half day of safari should be enough due to weather
conditions in August. Return to Jaisalmer. proceed straight
to Bikaner. Reach Bikaner and check in at hotel.
Bikaner - The royal fortified city lies in
the north of the Rajasthan is dotted with many sand
dunes. Rao Bikaji, a descendant of Jodhaji - the founder
of Jodhpur, founded this town in 1488. Popularly called
the Camel Country, Bikaner is renowned for the best
riding camels in the world. The wells of Bikaner are
an important source of water and major attractions of
the city. These wells are built over high platform with
thin minaret like towers on each of the four corners.
They are noticeable even from a distance. Relax in the
evening. Overnight at Bikaner.
Day 14: Bikaner
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for sightseeing tour of
Bikaner.
Visit the Junagarh Fort, Camel-Breeding Farm-the only
one in Asia and the Gajner Palace-the palace on the
lake. Overnight at Bikaner.
Day 15: Bikaner - Mandawa
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for Mandawa. Reach and check
in at hotel.
Mandawa - The medieval Fort of Mandawa is worth
a visit. Relish the picturesque view of the town can
be seen from the terrace of Castle Mandawa. The Castle
now converted into a heritage hotel has 51 rooms, where
no two rooms are alike. A rich collection of arms with
jade handles, traditional ceremonial costumes are on
display at the Museum in the Castle. Also on showcase
are the collection of paintings, jade, costumes and
antiques.
Take a walking tour of the painted havelis of some
of the leading business families of the country. Visit
the Chowkhani Haveli, Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli, Lakshminarayan
Ladia Haveli, Mohahanlal Saraf Haveli and Bhagchandika
Haveli appreciate the frescoes.
Relax for the evening. Overnight at Mandawa.
Day 16: Mandawa - Delhi
Breakfast at hotel. Leave at leisure for Delhi. Reach
by afternoon.
After freshening up and a Farewell Dinner proceed
straight to the airport for flight back home with fond
memories of India.
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