The magical land set amidst the desolate
desert beauty. The land synonymous with romance and chivalry
full of culture, history and natural beauty - That's Rajasthan.
Everything about Rajasthan fascinates from miles of golden
sand to the magnificient forts, opulent palaces and marvellous
havelis, each a splendid architectural creations having
a legend of its own. The magnificent Jai Mahal Palace, the
idyllic Lake Palace and the secluded Mandawa Castle are
just some of the regal settings in which you will be treated
like a maharaja. The forts at Jodhpur and Chittor encapsulate
the romance and chivalry of India's powerful Rajput Kings,
while at the ancient capital of Amber an ascent on elephant-back
recreates the majesty of a bygone era.
DAY 01 - DELHI
Arrive Delhi and transfer to your hotel. Afternoon
proceed for city tour of Old Delhi and New Delhi. Delhi
is a major travel gateway to India. The city consists of
two parts namely New Delhi and Old Delhi. Old and New Delhi
present a stunning juxtaposition of sights and sounds with
the ancient city built by Emperor Shah Jahan the builder
of the famous Taj Mahal, and the new garden city built in
1911 by the British.
DAY 02 - DELHI / BIKANER
Morning drive to Bikaner - The royal fortified
city. Lying in the north of the desert state. More popularly
called the camel country, the city is renowned for the best
riding camels in the world. Undulating lanes, colorful bazars
and bright cheerful folks make Bikaner an interesting experience.
DAY 03 - BIKANER / JAISALMER
You will depart today
by road for Jaisalmer. Rising
from the heart of the Thar desert like a golden mirage is
the city of Jaisalmer. On
arrival check into your hotel.
DAY 04
- JAISALMER
After breakfast walk
around the old city of Jaisalmer. After lunch venture into
the inhospitable Thar Desert, where there is an opportunity
to take short camel ride and view the sunset.
DAY 05 - JAISALMER / JODHPUR
Morning at leisure. Leave for the imperial city
of Jodhpur by road. Late afternoon check in to the hotel.
DAY 06 - JODHPUR
Morning visit the most impressive Meherangarh
Fort. Within the fort are some palaces with marvellously
carved pannels, latticed windows and evocative names - Moti
Mahal, The Phool Mahal, The Sheesh Mahal, The Sileh Khana
and The Daulat Khana. Afternoon there is an opportunity
to explore the bazaars of the old town or take a jeep safari
to the surrounding villages and countryside.
DAY 07 - JODHPUR / UDAIPUR
Drive to Udaipur - the city of dawn via the Jain
temples at Ranakpur. Check in to your hote at Udaipur.
DAY 08 - UDAIPUR
Morning at leisure. You can take a cruise around
Lake Pichola. A short tour of the City Palace awaits you
in the afternoon. A majestic architectural marvel towering
over the lake on a hill surrounded by crenallated walls,
it is a conglomeration of courtyards, pavilions, terraces,
corridors, rooms and hanging gardens.
DAY 09 - UDAIPUR / JAIPUR
Morning take a flight to Jaipur - The Pink city.
Transfer to Hotel. After lunch, visit the City Palace in
the heart of the old city, the former royal residence built
in a blend of the Rajasthani and Mughal styles. And Jantar
Mantar a stone observatory.
DAY 10 - JAIPUR
Morning visit the Amber Fort pausing en route
to see the 'Palace of the winds'. Ascend the fort on elephant-back.
In the afternoon you can visit Jaipur's colourful bazaars
where one can shop for Rajasthani handlooms and trinkets.
DAY 11 - JAIPUR / AGRA
Depart Jaipur the
land of the Rajputs to the Mughal splendour of Agra, enroute
visiting Fathepur Sikri the ghost city 35 kms from Agra.
On arrival check into your hotel.
DAY 12 - AGRA / DELHI
Morning visit the Taj Mahal, the marble memorial
of an emperor's love (closed on Mondays). This monument
is a fine example of fusion of many architectural styles
is one of the wonders of the modern world. Also visit the
Agra Fort and the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah. Afternoon drive
back to Delhi enroute visit Akbar's tomb at Sikandra. On
arrival check into your hotel.
DAY 13 - DELHI
Return flight to onward destination.
