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The State of Rajasthan is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful Region of India.
Rajasthan's
many princely states, impressive forts and magnificent palaces set in the Thar
desert evoke uniquely colourful images of medieval India. Rajasthan means land
of Rajas (or Kings) but also called Rajputana "the country of Rajputs" The
Aravali mountain range, one of the oldest mountain ranges of the word, extending
from north to south, divides the state into two natural regions.
Aravali range
and the Thar Desert are the two most contrasting features of Rajasthan's
geographical make-up. Fairs and festivals of Rajasthan reflect the vigour and
life style of its people. Vibrant colours, music and festivities make the golden
sand come alive. Veiled, bejewelled women sing and dance to devotional rhythms.
Rajasthan has a fair for every religious occasion, for every
change of
season and for every harvest. The Desert Triangle tour is specially
more attractive during the desert festival taking place in the month
of March every year.
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Day 01. Flight to
India (Delhi)
Around
Midnight arrival in
Delhi. The cosmopolitan City and capital Delhi
is the main gateway for travelers. You are met by an Indo Vacations
representative and transferred to your Hotel.
Day 02. Old - New Delhi
This morning is at leisure. Afternoon sightseeing in Old Delhi. We
take a Rickshaw Ride parallel to the
Red Fort through the old city and
famous Silk Road and Silver Bazaar. Sightseeing of Old Delhi includes
"Rajghat", the place where
Mahatma Gandhi was cremated and
Jama Masjid, the
great mosque of old Delhi. Today we also visit the famous "Humayun
Tomb" which is the first substantial example of Mughal architecture
in India. Before we proceed to the Hotel we have a drive through New
Delhi where we see the
India Gate, Government Buildings, Embassies.
Day 03. Delhi - Shekhawati (about 270 km)
In the morning we visit
"Qutub Minar" which is 71 meter high and consists of five stories.
In 1199 work began on this tower which was intended to be the most
glorious tower of victory in the world. This tower was damaged twice
and repaired in 1326 and 1368.After the sightseeing of Delhi we drive
to
Shekhawati region. Arrival in Shekhawati in the late evening.
Day 04. Shekhawati - Bikaner (about 190
km)
In the morning we visit the grand havellis of the Shekhawati area.
Shekhawati
is in the north east region of
Rajasthan and is the homeland of marwaris.
The marwaris form one of the most important merchant and business groups
in India, they developed their business acumen on the trade routes
between Delhi and the coast between India and Central Asia. Marwaris
enjoyed protections by Maharajas and many of them built grand
havellis. These havellis are mansions, elaborately and attractively decorated with a
strong main entrance. The walls are often covered with murals, local
legends and religious scenes from Hindu Mythology. After the visit
of Shekhawati area we proceed to
Bikaner. We have the rest of the
day at leisure and therefore enough time to relax.
Day 05. Bikaner
After the breakfast we visit the
Junagarh Fort (1571-1611 AD) constructed
of red sandstone and marble with kiosks and balconies embellishing
the structure at intervals. This imposing Fort and its palaces are
an unforgettable experience for us.
After the sightseeing we enjoy the village Tour.
Day 06. Bikaner
- Jaisalmer (about 330 km)
Today we drive through the desert and proceed for
Jaisalmer. Very often one can see along the road to Jaisalmer some of the antelopes of this region. Blackbuck and fast
running Chinkara are the most common among them. We have a stop enroute
at a village to observe the traditional life of the villages in
Rajasthan. We
arrive in Jaisalmer in the late evening.
Day 07. Jaisalmer
Sightseeing of the medieval city of Jaisalmer. Jaisalmer's crenellated
golden sandstone walls and its narrow streets lined with exquisitely
carved buildings makes this city unique. Jaisalmer is famous for its
carved havellis (grand mansions). In medieval times, its prosperity
was due to its location on the main trade route linking India to Egypt,
Arabia, Africa and the West. Jaisalmer is a marvel of beautiful culture
and this city remains one of the most exotic city not only in Rajasthan
but in the whole of India. Some of the visitors called this city a
living museum. We have a walk through the old city and visit
the
Fort and the
Jain temple. In the afternoon we drive around 40 km
away from Jaisalmer to
Sam dunes where we enjoy the sunset before
we drive back to Jaisalmer.
Day 08. Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
(about 290 km)
Early morning drive to
Jodhpur via
Osian. Osian is a great centre of Hindu and
Jain religions. The
oldest Temple here was constructed in 1178 AD. The Jodhpur city was once the capital of the
princely state of Marwar (Land of death). Jodhpur is the second largest
city in Rajasthan. Jodhpur is also known as the blue city as most
of the houses of the old city are painted blue. The old city is surrounded
by a huge 10 km long wall which has 101 bastions and seven gates.
Jodhpur
lies on the once strategic Delhi-Gujarat trading route and the
marwaris got benefit from the passing traffic of opium, copper, silk which was
traded to China. We will visit the
Mehrangarh Fort (majestic fort). Mehrangarh Fort was built on a steep hill and is among the best in
India with exquisitely latticed windows in residential apartments
within. We also visit the Jaswant Thada, a royal cenotaph built in
white marble. After the sightseeing we have a walk through the Bazaars
of Jodhpur.
Day 09.
Jodhpur - Delhi
In the morning, after having our Breakfast we drive to Delhi. Arrival
in Delhi in the afternoon. The rest of the day at leisure. (opportunity
for the last shopping or enjoy a massage in the Hotel)
Day 10. Flight to Home
Around midnight flight to home destination.
Tour
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About Hotels:
We provide you
the accommodation as per your budget mentioned above in the table of
hotels category for any of the booked tour. Hotels provided by us
are from budget to luxury class hotels. Luxury hotels are all five
stars or of above standard. Deluxe would be a combination of 3 and 4
star Hotels and standard would be a combination of 2 and 3 star or
similar hotels. The criteria for selecting hotels by us remains the
best value of your money. We also provide you wherever possible
accommodation in heritage hotels. Heritage Hotels are old Palaces,
Forts and Grand mansions of Maharajas which have been later
renovated and converted into Hotels. Rooms are decorated all
individually. Rooms are comfortable, romantic and present the flair
of olden Maharaja days.
Our
Services Include:
Accommodation in double rooms on twin sharing basis with bath and WC
in the chosen
category.
Rooms
on the departure day.
American/continental Breakfast.
Rickshaw Drive in Delhi.
Camel Safari in
Jaisalmer.
Services
of qualified local guides (English speaking or languages of
your choice) at every
place of sightseeing.
All
Transfers and departures on arrival and departure by Indo Vacations
representative.
All
Transfers and Sightseeing throughout the tour by an
air-conditioned Car with
driver.
For groups an
individual
air-conditioned bus (Except Standard Hotels) will be provided.
Exclusions:
Any Kind of Personal Expenses such as Tips, Laundry, Telephone Bills
and Alcoholic
beverages.
Camera Fees (Still
or Movie).
Any Flight Charges.
Monument Entrances.
Unspecified Meals
etc.
We always look forward for any changes in the itinerary as wished
by you for your individual trip.
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