Rajasthan Forts Palaces and Wildlife

Day 01- Delhi (HBA)

(Accommodation booked in advance from this day to hold the occupancy on immediate basis).

Day 02- 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)

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.

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

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 Palace reflecting glorious past.

On arrival lunch will be at local restaurant. Post lunch check in at hotel. Evening will be at leisure to relax or to pursue independent activities.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 04- Jaipur

Breakfast at hotel

After early breakfast proceed to visit Amber Fort enroute 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.

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.

Day 05- Jaipur – Pushkar by surface (approx. 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. An interesting mythological history, a legacy of timeless architectural heritage makes Pushkar a fascinating city. 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. The city has 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).

On arrival check in at hotel. Later visit Pushkar Lake and Brahma temple. Also explore the local market area.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 06- Pushkar-Jodhpur (approx. 185 Kms/ 4.5 hours)

Breakfast at hotel

Post breakfast drive to Jodhpur. On arrival check in at hotel.

Afternoon proceed for a guided walking tour to Old Lanes of Jodhpur visiting blue houses, clock tower, capturing clicks of local people and get to know rich royal history of Rajasthan.

Evening will be at leisure to relax.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 07- Jodhpur

Breakfast at hotel

Post breakfast proceed to visit 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. Chiselled 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.

Post 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.

Evening will be at leisure to relax.

Overnight stay at hotel

Day 08- Jodhpur – Udaipur (approx. 295 Kms/ 6.5 hours)

Breakfast at hotel

Post breakfast drive to Udaipur enroute visit Ranakpur Temples. 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.

Later 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 and interesting. On arrival check in at hotel.

Evening will be at leisure to relax.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 09- Udaipur

Breakfast at hotel

Morning, take a tour of the city 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.

Evening enjoy cooking demonstration followed by dinner with Indian family.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 10- Udaipur – Bundi (approx.. 270 Kms/ 5-6 hours)

Breakfast at hotel

Post breakfast drive to Bundi en-route visit Chittorgarh Fort.

Chittorgarh (Chittaurgarh) is the epitome of Ragout pride, romance and spirit. It reverberates with history of heroism and sacrifice, which is evident as it echoes with the tales sung by the Bards of Rajasthan. The main reason for visiting Chittorgarh is its massive hilltop fort, which is a depiction of Rajput culture and values.

Later continue drive to Bundi. On arrival check in at hotel. Later walking tour of nearby village.

Bundi is a magnificent town located around 36 kilometres from Kota. Dotted with palaces and forts, the place has a fairy tale quality about it. Bundi’s charm lies in its location –surrounded by orchards of orange, guava, pomegranate and mango trees, flanked by the Aravalli range and rivers and lined by fields of cotton, barley and wheat. Situated far from the crowds, it is the simple rural folk that lend Bundi its allure.

Continue drive to Bundi. On arrival check in at hotel.

Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 11- Bundi – Ranthambhore (approx. 150 Kms/ 4 hrs)

Breakfast at hotel

Post breakfast proceed top 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.

Later drive to Ranthambhore. 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. After freshen up have lunch at hotel. Evening will be at leisure.

Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.

Day 12- Ranthambore

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.

Day 13- Ranthambore – Agra (260 Kms/ 5-6 hours drive)

Breakfast at hotel

Post breakfast drive to Jaipur en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri. The short lived capital of Mughal emperor Akbar “Fatehpur Sikri “ is 40 kms away from Agra. Sufi Saint Salim Chisti from Sikri village predicted the birth of an heir to Mughal throne. Akbar then built this beautiful monument which blend of Mughal and Persian art.

Continue drive to Agra en-route lunch at Bharatpur. 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.

On arrival check in at hotel. Evening will be at leisure to relax or to pursue independent activities.

Overnight stay hotel.

Day 14- Agra- Delhi (204 Kms/ 4 hours drive)

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 you will be transferred to Delhi. On arrival dinner will be at Delhi airport hotel.

On arrival at Delhi airport board the flight for onward destination.

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4 Star Hotels PRIVATE TOUR (Inclusive of Breakfast)

Rates will not be applicable from 20^th December 2023 till 06^th January 2024 (Request for quote for this period)

Special Notes

o   The flight timings and FARES are subject to change at the time of issuance.

o   The check-in time at hotel is 1400 hrs and check-out time is 1200 noon. In case if you have flight arriving or departing during midnight, we suggest the book room for pre-night/late check-out to avoid any inconvenience.

o   The vehicle will be as per the itinerary only and not available during leisure time and strictly as per the itinerary.

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