DELHI
/ MANDAWA / BIKANER / JAISALMER / JODHPUR / RANAKPUR / UDAIPUR / JAIPUR /
AMBER FORT / RANTHAMBORE / FATEHPUR SIKRI / AGRA / DELHI Day 01
Arrive Delhi Today Arrive Delhi,The Capital of India. You are
greeted with a traditional Indian Welcome and escorted transfer to THE TAJ
PALACE HOTEL.
Day 02 New Delhi Sightseeing After
a leisurely morning embark on a tour of "Imperial City" New Delhi.
Drive pass through the Raisina Hill to view Parliament House, The President
House, Past the imposing India Gate, visit the Humayun's Tomb, Quatab Minar,
Lotus Temple and Birla Temple.
Evening return to the Red Fort to watch
the "Son et Lumire" show which is an Interplay of colorful lights
and sound tracing the history of monument till date. (BD)
Day
03 Old Delhi Sightseeing / Mandawa (240 kms)Today tour of Old Delhi
includes The Red Fort - the most opulent Fort and Palace of Mughal Empire
Shah Jehan, Also visit Jama Masjed - the largest mosque in India and Raj
Ghat, the memorial site of Mahatma Gandhi. Later drive to Mandawa - The
region lies the triangular area between Delhi, Jaipur and Bikaner and
includes Jhunjhuniun, Sikar and Churu districts of Rajasthan, CASTLE MANDAWA
HOTEL. (BD)
Today morning visit the
Mandawa (Shekhwati). The semi-desert region of Shekhwati is popularly known
as the 'open-air art gallery' of Rajasthan. Shekhawati, is unique as
no-where else in the world there is such a hundreds of haveli's, temples,
cenotaphs, wells and forts. Also visit to Havelies in Mandawa notably the
Chokhani Saraf & Ladia Havelies. The terrace of the rugged Fort provides
a panoramic view of the town. See the extraordinary frescoes on the walls of
the houses and medieval painting of Shekhawati. Afternoon drive to Bikaner.
HOTEL LAL GARH PALACE. (BD)
Day 05 Bikaner
Sightseeing / Jaisalmer (333 Kms) Morning embark on a tour of
Bikaner City, visit the Junagarh Fort, built in 1611 AD. The palaces worth
visiting are Anup Mahal, Karan Mahal, and Bijai Phool Mahal. Later proceed
to Jaisalmer - the ancient citadel on the Caravan route linking India With
Persia, Arabia and The Mediterranean. HOTEL RAWAL KOT. (BD)
Day
06 Jaisalmer Sightseeing / Desert Camel Safari Morning embark half
day tour of Jaisalmer fort. Afterwards visit to the Gadisar Tank & large
houses of the merchant called havelies, some of them dating to the
Premediaval Patwon Ki Haveli, Salim Shah Haveli and Nathamal Ki Haveli with
their intricately carved screens on the facades and the typical traditional
architecture. Afternoon Desert Camel Safari start for Sam Sand Dunes on edge
of Deset National Park. Located in the midst of Thar Desert this camp
recreates the magical atmosphere of a traditional Mediaeval Desert Camp on a
trade route. The Camp provides for all the comforts. The accommodation
consists of Swiss Cottage Type tents with attached baths having running hot
& cold water. After spending few hours on a camel safari in the Thar
Desert, Guests can relax & spend the evening around the campfire,
enjoying live music and dance performances by "Langha" Tribe of
Professional singers. TENTED CAMP. (BLD)
Day 07
Depart Jodhpur & Sightseeing (285 Kms) Breakfast at Camp and
depart to Jodhpur - the Great Indian Desert, sites on sand stone hill
surrounded by a strong wall, approximately 6 miles long with 7 entry gates.
Afternoon Half day sightseeing of the city includes visit to Meherangarh
Fort, drive through the old city and past the Clock Tower near the largest
spice bazaar in the sub-continent, visit the Jaswant Thada Cenotaph, the
royal cremation site and then proceed to see the most magnificent, modern
20th century Palace, the Umaid Bhavan Palace and its museum - a treasure
trove. HOTEL TAJ HARI MAHAL. (BD)
Day 08
Village Safari / Ranakpur / Udaipur (260 Kms) Today morning enjoy a
Village Safari (By Jeep)- A memorable outing in Jeeps visit various
traditional villages seeing local handicrafts viz. stone makers, pottery,
hand weaving and also men in their traditional attire, women clad with
ancestral silver jewellery, etc. Afternoon leave for Udaipur. Enroute visit
to Ranakpur temples of the Jains, built in the 15th century in the lovely
valley of Aravallis. It has grand structure & beautiful Sculptures. The
1444 pillars in the temple are different from each other. The magic of light
& shade is really awe- inspiring. HOTEL LAKE PALACE - once a royal
island retreat and now a luxurious hotel seemingly floating upon the waters
of Lake Pichola. HOTEL LAKE PALACE (BD)
Day 9
Udaipur Sightseeing Today sight seeing of Udaipur includes The City
Palace, drive around Fateh Sagar lake, Sahelion-ki-Bari (The fountained and
flowered garden of Maidens), Partap Smarak: A memorial to the legendary
warrior Rana Pratap, Bhartiya Lok Mandal Museum. Remainder of the day is at
leisure. (BD)
Day 10 Udaipur / Jaipur Sightseeing
Morning fly to Jaipur - the "Pink City". Afternoon visit
to Maharaja's City Palace, Jantar Mantar (an accurate Observatory built in
1726 AD), Hawa Mahal (Palace of Wind) - a five storied wonder with a
spectacular pyramidal façade overhanging windows and Birla White
Marble temple. JAI MAHAL HOTEL. (BD)
Day 11 Amber
Fort Excursion / Ranthambore National Park (175 kms) This morning
go up the Amber Fort ascended an Caparisoned Elephant true to the style of
the Maharajas of the past. Later drive to Ranthambore National Park famous
for Tiger Reserve. SAWAI MADHOPUR LODGE. (BD)
Day 12
Morning & Evening Game ViewingEarly morning 3 hours Canter
drive deep into the Jungle to see the Wild Animal activities. After
breakfast visit the Ranthambore Fort. Afternoon another Game Viewing in the
Park. (BLD)
Day 13 Ranthambore / Agra ( 294 kms)After
breakfast drive to Agra. On today's drive through the countryside we see
villages woman dressed in the brilliantly colored Saris of the region,
Camils & Scenes of rural lives. Enjoy the Megnificent Taj Mahal - The
Monument of Love in the warm glow of Sunset. TAJ VIEW HOTEL. (BD)
Day
14 Agra Sightseeing / Fatehpur Sikri / Delhi / Onward ( 204 kms) Today
embark and visit the 16th Century Agra Fort. Drive to Delhi en route
visiting Ghost City of Fatehpur Sikri. Arrive Delhi & transfer to
airport to board the flight for Onward destination. (BD).
Inclusion
& Highlights
- Deluxe & First Class accommodation with Private bath
& shower facilities.
- Daily full breakfast and dinner
- During stay at Tents & Ranthambore Breakfast, Lunch &
Dinner will be served.
- Bottled of mineral water
- Arrival & Departure transfer
- All sightseeing and excursion as per itinerary by
air-conditioned vehicle.
- Local English Speaking guide for sightseeing
- Entrance fees to the Monuments
- Internal flights (Economy Class)
- Thrill to the Sound & Light Show at Red Fort at
Delhi
- Desert Camel Safari in Jaisalmer
- Jeep Safari to Tribal Village in Jodhpur
- Travel by Brightly Caprisoned Elephant to Amber Fort
- Two Game Viewing in Ranthambore National Park
- Sunset visit to the Taj Mahal