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Day 01. Flight to India
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 site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated and
Jama
Masjid, the great mosque of old Delhi. Today we also visit the famous "Humayun Tomb". Humayun Tomb is the first substantial example of Mughal architecture in India. Before we proceed to the Hotel we drive through the embassy area in New Delhi where we visit the
India Gate and see some impressive Government Buildings.
Day 03. Delhi - Agra (about
180 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
Agra. Arrival in Agra in the evening.
Day 04. Agra
We start today our sightseeing by a visit to the
Agra Fort, built by three of the greatest Mughal emperors. The construction of this massive structure began in 1565 under Akbar's reign and continued till the time of his grandson's reign,
Shah Jahan who built the impressive imperial quarters and mosque. After the visit of Agra fort, we proceed to visit the most beautiful monument of India, the
Taj
Mahal, an enduring monument to love, with a continually fulfilling beauty. It was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1631-52, as a tomb and memorial to his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal (Jewel of the Palace), who died at the age of 39 giving birth to her 14th child. We spend enough time at Taj Mahal to take this impressive memory home. After the visit of Taj Mahal we have a look at the famous fine marble inlay work which is still being done in Agra by the descendants of the families of builders and artists of the Taj
Mahal.
Day 05.
Bhandarej
Today we leave Agra, drive through a series of fields, small towns and villages in direction of
Bhandarej. Enroute we make a stop and visit
Fatehpur Sikri, which was once an imperial capital frozen in time, constructed by Akbar the Great in the 16th century. This wonderful city constructed by red sand stones was abandoned as abruptly as it had been built. It has been generally stated that it was due to failing in the water supply. Late evening arrival in
Bhandarej. Rest of the day at leisure.
Day 06. Bhandarej
- Ranthambore
Today
after the breakfast we leave for the
Ranthambore.
After a break and refreshment at our hotel in Ranthambore we will explore the
Ranthambore
National Park on a Jeep. Ranthambore National Park is surrounded by the Vindhyas and the
Aravali mountains and covers an area of 392 square km. The Tiger is the biggest
attraction of the Ranthambore National Park.
Day 07. Ranthambore
- Kota
In
the early morning we again explore the park on jeeps. After the Jeep Safari and
perhaps with the memories of our encounter with tiger we leave for
Kota. The
town of Kota was once the part of the erstwhile Rajput kingdom of Bundi. In Kota
we will visit the city fort and palace, this type of fort-palace complex is one
of the largest to be found in the state of Rajasthan.
Day 08. Kota
- Bundi - Kota
Today we
have an excursion to the fort city of
Bundi. Bundi is most famous for its baoris
(step wells) as there are many impressive ones. On the top of the hill is
majestic
Taragarh Fort
of Bundi, the interesting fort is worth exploring for
hours. The fort has many reservoirs, which are annually emptied flooding the
streets leading down to the city. After the whole day excursion we return to Kota
in the evening.
Day 09. Kota
- Chittorgarh
After the breakfast, we drive to
Chittorgarh. In the noon we visit
the
Chittorgarh Fort, the world famous fort of
Rajasthan. On the crest of the enormous grey hill, girdled by massive walls and seven majestic gateways, one stumbles upon shattered palaces, a "Temple of Mirabai" - the mystic poetess and the intricately carved nine storeyed
Tower of Fame, built in the 12th Century in honour of Lord
Adinath, the first Jain Tirthankara.
Day 10. Chittorgarh - Pushkar (about 209 km)
Today we leave Chittorgarh and drive to
Pushkar. Pushkar being one of the most religious places for Hindus has the atmosphere of an ancient religious town. The only
temple of God Brahma is in Pushkar thus making Pushkar an important pilgrimage city for Hindus. Pushkar has become famous in the world due to its Pushkar Festival which takes place in the month of November when the whole of Pushkar is transformed into a spectacular fair ground where thousands of pilgrims come to bath in the holy water of
Pushkar lake and the biggest cattle and camel markets take place here where Farmers, breeders and camel traders buy and sell. (if this tour takes place during the time of Pushkar Festival we spend 2 nights stay in Pushkar instead of one and therefore the duration of this Tour will be extended for one more day making it 17 days tour.)
Day 11. Pushkar - Jodhpur (about 220 km)
Early morning, after the breakfast we leave the holy city of Pushkar and drive to
Jodhpur. The 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 benefited 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 12. Jodhpur
- Jaisalmer (about 290 km)
Today we drive through the desert and proceed for
Jaisalmer via Osian. Osian
is a great centre of Hindu and Jain religions. The oldest Temple
here was constructed in 1178 AD. We have the rest of the day at leisure and therefore enough time to relax.
Day 13. 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 14. Jaisalmer
- Bikaner
Today we drive through the desert and proceed for
Bikaner. After a short break in Bikaner 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. In the evening we drive to Deshnok to visit Karni Devi Temple, famous haven of rats.
Day 15. Bikaner
- Mandawa
After having our breakfast we take leave from Bikaner and we drive to
Mandawa in the Shekhawati region.
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. Arrival
in Mandawa in the evening. The rest of the day at leisure.
Day 16. Mandawa
- Delhi
In the morning we visit the grand havellis of the Shekhawati area. The marwaris enjoyed protection by Maharajas and many of them built grand
havellis. The 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
Delhi. The rest of the day at leisure. (opportunity for the last shopping).
Day 17. Flight to Home
Around midnight flight to home destination.
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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. 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.
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