Incredible Rajasthan with Holi

INCREDIBLE RAJASTHAN WITH HOLI (14 Nights/15 Days)

(5- 19th March 2023)

DELHI- JAIPUR-PUSHKAR-JODHPUR-UDAIPUR-BUNDI-RANTHAMBHORE-AGRA

05 March’2023 Sunday Day 01               

Arrive Delhi by international flight

On arrival at Delhi International airport after clearing immigration formalities, you will meet our representative in arrival hall holding paging of your name. He will further assist you to your vehicle and then hotel check-in formalities. (Standard check-in time is 1200 hours)

Overnight stay at hotel.

06 March’2023 Monday

Day 02- Delhi

Breakfast at hotel

Post breakfast you will be proceed for combined full day city tour of Old and New Delhi. We start the tour from Old Delhi, Chandni Chowk this part of Delhi will take you in Old Mughal era, while walking through old lanes you can see big wooden carved antique doors, big havelis (mansion), narrow lanes and busy bustling life. You must taste lip smacking street food in Old Delhi market area. Then you will visit India’s largest Mosque “Jama Masjid” where at a time 25,000 can accommodate.

Post lunch visit New Delhi or Lutyens Delhi, beautifully designed by “Sir Edwin Lutyens”, drive pass India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan and Connaught Place. Later continue the sightseeing visiting, Humayun Tomb, the tomb was built in 1570 and was the first garden tomb made by Humayun’s son Akbar. It is Unesco world heritage site.  Conclude the sightseeing with the visit of “Qutub Minar”, the stunning red stone tower is 72.5 m high with 2.75m in diameter. It is also UNESCO site.

Evening will be at leisure to relax or to pursue independent activities.

Overnight stay at hotel.

07 March’2023 Tuesday             

Day 03- Delhi – Jaipur (approx. 245 Kms 5.5 hours drive)

Breakfast at hotel

Post breakfast drive to Jaipur.  Jaipur also known as pink city because of its wall color which are exclusively painted in pink color. This colorful city has chaotic streets, colorful auto rickshaw and lively culture. It is the gateway to Rajasthan vacation, here you can still see royal life, forts and Palaces reflecting glorious past.

On arrival check in at hotel. Evening visit colorful market.

Overnight stay hotel.

08 March’2023 Wednesday

Day 04- Jaipur

Breakfast at hotel.

Celebrate your HOLI Rajasthani style.

Play with Organic Colors –

With lots of Music and Dance –

Followed by Home Made Sumptuous Lunch and Indian Sweets (Gujiya)

01 Bottle beer will be served. (additional bottles will be on direct payment basis)

Each guest will be given a colorful dupatta (scarf) to take back home.

Return to hotel for rest. Evening will be at leisure.

Overnight stay at hotel

09 March’2023 Thursday

Day 05- Jaipur

Breakfast at hotel.

After an early breakfast proceed to visit Amber Fort en-route stop at Hawa Mahal for clicking some pictures, it is a stunning 5 story building. It was built to enable royal ladies see daily lives of the city or some function or procession as those days ladies had to cover their faces. Visit Amber Fort by shared jeep / Elephant ride.

Lunch at local restaurant in Jaipur

Afternoon visit City Palace (Royal residence) & observatory (Jantar Mantar).

Evening you will visit bustling yet colorful market showcasing beautiful handicraft, Rajasthan jewelry and shoes. You can get your hand painted with traditional Indian design of henna. It looks really awesome.

Overnight stay at hotel.

10 March’2023 Thursday

Day 06- Jaipur-Pushkar by road (140 Kms/4 hours)

Breakfast at hotel

Post breakfast drive to Pushkar Pushkar is one of the oldest cities in India. Located to the northwest of Ajmer, the tranquil city of Pushkar is a favored destination for thousands of tourists and devotees flocking to Rajasthan. Situated at a height of 510 metres, Pushkar is surrounded by hillocks on three sides. The ‘Nag Pahar’, literally meaning Snake Mountain forms a natural border between Ajmer and Pushkar. Known as ‘the rose garden of Rajasthan’, the essence of the famous Pushkar rose is exported all over the world. Along with an interesting mythological history, a legacy of timeless architectural heritage makes Pushkar a fascinating city.

On arrival check in at hotel. Later in the afternoon visit Pushkar Lake and Brahma Temple.

Pushkar Lake: According to Hindu scriptures, the sacred Pushkar Lake is described as ‘Tirtha Raj’, the king of all pilgrimage sites. No pilgrimage is considered to be complete without a dip in in the holy Pushkar Lake. Semi-circular in shape and about 8-10 metres deep, Pushkar Lake is surrounded by 52 bathing ghats and over 400 temples and is truly a magnificent sight to behold.

Brahma Lake: Nestled in the picturesque Pushkar valley beyond the Nangaparvat and Anasagar Lake, the Brahma temple holds a special place in the hearts of Indians. It is the only temple in the world dedicated to Lord Brahma. Built with marble and decorated with silver coins, this temple can be identified by its red spire and the image of a swan (considered sacred to Lord Brahma). The chaturmukhi (four faced) idol of Lord Brahma is housed in the inner sanctum. A marble statue of the sun god stands sentinel at the temple. Interestingly, while all the gods are shown bare footed, Surya is shown wearing ancient warrior’s boots.

Overnight stay at hotel

11 March’2023 Saturday

Day 07- Pushkar-Jodhpur by road (220 Kms/4.5 hours)

Breakfast at hotel

Post breakfast drive to Jodhpur. Jodhpur another beautiful city well known for its massive Mehrangarh Fort and colorful bazaars. The city is also known as Blue city because of its blue color painted houses.

On arrival check in at hotel. Evening will be at leisure to relax.

Overnight stay will be at hotel.

12 March’2023 Sunday

Day 08- Jodhpur- Bishnoi Village-Jodhpur

Breakfast at hotel

Post breakfast proceed to visit Meharangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada.

Mehrangarh Fort & Jaswant Thada, one of most famous and massive Mehrangarh Fort & Jaswant Thada. Mehrangarh Fort: Rising perpendicular and impregnable from a hill which is 125 metres above Jodhpur’s skyline is the Mehrangarh Fort. This historic fort is one of the most famous in India and is packed with history and legends. Mehrangarh Fort still bears the imprints of cannonball attacks courtesy the armies of Jaipur on its second gate. Chiseled and sturdy, the fort is known for its exquisite latticed windows, carved panels, intricately decorated windows and walls of Moti Mahal, Phool Mahal and Sheesh Mahal.

Jaswant Thada: This milky white memorial built towards the end of the 19th century as a tribute to the leader Jaswant Singh is a huge tourist attraction. Jaswant Singh, who ruled Jodhpur, invested well in his state. He made attempts to bring down the level of crime, subdue dacoits, built railways and broadly worked on raising the economy of Marwar. Jaswant Thada is managed and looked after by the Mehrangarh Museum Trust (MMT) and is open to public.

Later in the afternoon after lunch enjoy jeep safari at Bishnoi village where you will explore this village by jeep. Bishnoi Community has firm believe in nature and they protect animals and trees. Here you will get a chance to interact with villagers and know about their daily life.

Return to hotel. Evening will be at leisure.

Overnight stay at hotel.

13 March’2023 Monday

Day 09- Udaipur – Jodhpur (approx. 290 Kms/ 06 hours)

Breakfast at hotel.

Post breakfast drive to Udaipur en-route visit Ranakpur Temple. It is built in 15^th century, it is one of biggest temple Jain temple Complexes India. It is also known for its architectural beauty. The temple has 18 domes and 1444 marble pillars and each pillar is artistically carved.

After lunch at local restaurant in Ranakpur continue drive to Jodhpur. Jodhpur is another beautiful city well known for its massive Mehrangarh Fort and colorful bazaars. The city is also known as Blue city because of its blue color painted houses.

Continue drive to Udaipur. Udaipur, also known as city of Lakes or Venice of the east. This romantic city is located on the banks of Lake Pichola. Beautiful Palace, mountain, lakes, history and culture make this city more beautiful. On arrival check in at hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

14 March’2023 Tuesday

Day 10- Udaipur

Breakfast at hotel

Post breakfast proceed for city sightseeing visiting the City Palace, which stands on the crest of a ridge overlooking Lake Pichola. The largest palace in Rajasthan, it was built at various periods but still preserves the harmony of design, enhanced by massive octagonal towers surmounted by cupolas. Now a museum, it is a labyrinth of courtyards richly decorated with inlaid mirror-work, galleries covered with frescos, temples and roof gardens, which afford a wide panorama below. Later visit mid-17th century built Jagdish Temple in the old town, famous for the remarkable bronze statue of Garuda, the mythical bird, facing his revered master Lord Vishnu.

Continue the visit to the Sahelion-ki-Bari (Garden of the Handmaidens), a good example of the Hindu art of landscape gardening on a princely scale. Ornamental pools with finely sculptured cenotaphs of soft black stone are surrounded by a profusion of fountains.

Afternoon, experience the hustle bustle of the old market at Udaipur. Walk past the spice shops, jewellery shops, utensil shops, jiggery shops, silver market and local meat & food shop.

Towards the evening, enjoy a boat ride on the placid waters of Lake Pichola. The beautiful Lake Pichola was enlarged by Maharana Udai Singh after he founded the city. The city palace extends a considerable distance along the east bank of the lake. From the boat you will be able to view the city of Udaipur as it rises majestically above the lake in the middle of the Rajasthan desert. One would get an interesting view of the Dhobi (laundry) ghats. Also visit the Jag Mandir Palace – a lovely island palace in the middle of the lake.

Overnight stay at hotel.

15 March’2023 Wednesday

Day 11- Udaipur – Bundi (approx. 260 Kms/ 5 hours)

Breakfast at hotel

Post breakfast at hotel drive to Bundi. Bundi is a city in the Hadoti region of Rajasthan state in northwest India and capital of the former princely state of rajputana agency. District of Bundi is named after the former princely state. Overnight stay at hotel.

On arrival check in at hotel. Later visit Raniji ki Baori, also known as ‘Queen’s Stepwell’, is a famous stepwell built in 1699 by Rani Nathavati Ji, the younger queen of the ruling king Rao Raja Anirudh Singh of Bundi. This multi-storied stepwell displays excellent carvings of Gajraj with his trunk turned inwards, giving the impression of having drunk from the baori on its pillars. Its high arched gate gives it an inviting appearance.

Taragarh Fort : Built in 1345, Taragarh is one of the most impressive structures in Bundi. While it may be a bit ramshackle and strewn with overgrown vegetation, the palace grounds are a great place for a leisurely stroll. With its curved roofs topping pavilions, excess of temple columns and elephant and lotus motifs, the palace is a tribute to Rajput style.

Evening will be at leisure.

Overnight stay at hotel.

16 March’2023 Thursday

Day 12- Bundi- Ranthambore (approx. 130 Kms/ 2.5 hours)

Breakfast at hotel

Post breakfast drive to Ranthambore. Ranthambhor National Park is treat to eyes for wildlife lovers. It is located in Sawai district of Rajasthan and in Aravali & Vindhyachal hill ranges. It was declared National Park in 1981. It covers an area of approximately 400 sq kms. You can see leopard, nilgai, wild boar, sambar, striped hyena, sloth bear, southern plains gray langur, rhesus macaque, mugger, crocodile and chital.

On arrival check in at hotel. Evening will be at leisure.

Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.

17 March’2023 Friday

Day 13- Ranthambore

Breakfast at hotel

Early morning you will be picked up from your respective hotel for National Park where you will enjoy safari by Jeep OR opened roof mini canter.

After safari return to hotel and enjoy sumptuous breakfast.

Post lunch again enjoy safari at national park.

Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.

18 March’2023 Friday

Day 14- Ranthambore- Agra (260 Kms/ 5-6 hours drive)

Breakfast at hotel

Post breakfast drive to Agra.The land of the Taj is not only famous for the biggest allure “Taj Mahal” but also legacy of Mughals which they had left behind. Their legacy can be seen in mausoleums, tombs and magnificent fort.

En-route lunch at Bharatpur hotel. After lunch continue drive to Agra.

On arrival check in at hotel. In the evening visit Mehtab Bagh. Mehtab Bagh is located on the left bank of Yamuna opposite Taj Mahal. The garden complex is approximately 300 square meters and is in straight alignment with the Taj Mahal.The excavation has revealed a huge octagonal tank on the southern periphery; Baradaris or pavilion on the East and West; a small octagonal tank at the center and a gateway at the Northern wall.

Overnight stay hotel.

19 March’2023 Saturday

Day 15- Agra

Early morning visit beautiful Taj Mahal, during sunrise the sunrays have a magical effect with marble surface. It changes its color which creates eternal beauty (Closed on Friday).

After visiting Taj Mahal return to hotel for breakfast. Later visit Red Fort, it is an UNESCO heritage site. It is a major tourist attraction from all over the world. The fort is built in red stone to make it main residence of Mughals.

After visiting Red Fort drive to Delhi airport to board the flight for onward destination. On arrival dinner at airport hotel. After dinner transfer to airport to board the flight for onward destination.

(Accommodation NOT envisaged in Delhi for this night)

Tour Quote

Rates as per above mentioned dates during (5^th-19^th March’2023)

Hotel Envisaged

Cost Includes:

• Accommodation for 14 nights based on above mentioned hotels on DOUBLE/TWIN sharing basis.
• Meals: On buffet breakfast & buffet dinner basis/ Buffet lunch in Ranakpur & Bharatpur/ Buffet dinner will be at your respective hotel’s coffee shop on buffet basis.
• Holi celebration lunch in Jaipur.
• Departure dinner at airport hotel in Delhi.
• All transportation i.e. airport transfers, sightseeing and interstate drives will done using following vehicles:
• 02-03 Pax using Innova large car.
• 04-06 pax using tempo traveller. (mini-van)
• 07-10 pax-using mini coach 18 seater.
• Local English speaking guide services as per the itinerary. (2-6 pax)
• Accompanied English speaking guide service as per the itinerary. (07-12 pax).
• We have included 01 time entrance fee as per the itinerary.
• Bottled water throughout in the vehicle
• All currently applicable taxes.(5% Goods & Service Tax)

IMPORTANT: PLEASE NOTE INCASE OF CANCELLATION JUNGLE SAFARI CANCELLATION WILL NOT BE REFUNDABLE.

Cost Does Not Include: 

• International airfare
• Domestic airfare or Internal flights
• Visa charges
• Any room service, telephone charges, mini bar, gratuities, tips.
• Any expenses of personal nature & Insurance of any kind.
• Any meals not specified in the itinerary.
• Any item not specified under ‘cost includes’
• Any bank charges during transferring the payment.

Special Notes

• The flight timings and FARES are subject to change at the time of issuance.
• The check-in time at hotel is 1400 hrs and check-out time is 1200 noon. Incase if you have flight arriving or departing during midnight, we suggest the book room for pre-night/late check-out to avoid any inconvenience.
• The vehicle will be as per the itinerary only and not available during leisure time and strictly as per the itinerary.
• The hotels mentioned are indicative and will be booked only once we get go ahead from your end. The rooms will be subject to availability.
• Incase if any of the guest/s are allergic to any particular food or have any dietary restrictions, we request you to please advise in advance to update hotels/restaurants accordingly.

Visa process:

• Now you can obtain e-visa online for India. The details and process are available on https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html Please check the eligibility and apply for Visa accordingly.

Payment terms

• At the time of booking: 30% on total amount
• 30 days prior to arrival in India: 70% (full and final)
• In case of air tickets involved, we need payment to issue the tickets as ticket always issue in advance.

Cancellation terms:

• 30 days prior to arrival in India: Nil of total billing after deducting bank charges.
• 15 days prior to arrival in India: 50% of total billing

10 days or less prior to arrival in India: No refund

Flight ticket cancellation:

• 30 days prior to arrival in India: internal/international flights (if issued non-refundable ticket), will refund as per airline policy after deducting our handling charges.

We strongly recommend having travel insurance before leaving for the holiday