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Day 01: Delhi
Around midnight arrive in
Delhi. The cosmopolitan City and capital Delhi is the main gateway for travelers. Upon arrival, you will be met by an Indo Vacations representative and transferred to the Hotel.
Day 02: Delhi
In the morning we have 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" which is the first substantial example of Mughal
architecture in India and "Qutub Minar". "Qutub Minar" 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. 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 - Mandawa (about 270 km / 5-6 hours)
After having breakfast we drive to
Mandawa in the
Shekhawati region. One of the major place in the Shekhawati region is Mandawa. Mandawa was founded in the 18th century. The Chokhani and Ladia havelis and the street with Saraf havelis are some of the splendid havelis in Mandawa. A medieval fort dominates the town of Manadwa. This fort has a painted arched gateway which is adorned with
Lord Krishna and his cows. The fort is now converted into a heritage hotel. Arrive in Mandawa in the evening.
Day 04: Mandawa (Excursion to Sikar and Ramgarh)
In the morning we drive to Sikar. In
Sikar we would visit the Gopinath, Raghunath and Madan Mohan temple. We also visit the Biyani Havellis. In the afternoon we drive to Ramgarh. In Ramgarh we visit the Shani Temple as well as the Havellis of Poddars. In
Ramgarh we can have a look at the rustic wood furniture which is unique in this area.
Day 05: Mandawa (Excursion to Fatehpur, Bissau and Churu)
In the morning drive to
Fatehpur. Fatehpur is famous for its frescoes in the Indian as well as western styles. The most interesting Havellis in Fatehpur are the Havellis of Chamariyas, Singhaniasm, Goenka and Jalan Havellis. Afterwards we visit the town of
Bissau. Bissau was founded in the mid 18th century. Bissau has splendid chhatris of its Thakurs and well painted havelis of Khemka, Tibriwals, Thakurs, Jhunjhunuwala and Kedia. Bissau also has a Fort and the Chhatri of Hammir Singh, which has paintings on it. After visiting the town of Bissau we visit the town of
Churu which is famous for havelis of Kothari and Kanhaiya Lal Bagla with marvellous life-size paintings of Dhola Maru, Sassi Punu etc. The Surana haveli has more than eleven hundred doors and windows.
Day 06: Mandawa (Excursion to Lachmangarh and Nawalgarh)
Today we will visit the Fort of
Lachmangarh which is one of the most impressive fort in Shekhawati area. It is worth going up to the top to get a view of the town below. The town planning seems similar as Jaipur, the capital city of
Rajasthan.
Nawalgarh was a central point for many of the trader families who decorated their havellis with the fresco paintings. Some of them are Poddar Haveli, Roop Niwas, Saat Haveli. One can also visit a few temples and the fort of Nawalgarh.
Day 07: Mandawa (Excursion to Mehansar)
The morning is at leisure in Mandawa. In the afternoon drive to
Mehansar. Mehansar was founded in the mid of 18th century. In Mahansar we will visit the Sone-Chandi-ki-Haveli (Sone Ki Dukan Haveli) and Raghunath temple with beautiful paintings which seem to have their origin from the Bikaner school of
paintings.
Day 08: Mandawa (Excursion to Dundlod and Mukundgarh)
Today we will visit
Dundlod. Dundlod is famous due to its palace which has been now converted into hotel. The Goenka Havellis of Dundlod are also worth visiting. It is an amazing feeling going through the Suraj Pol, Bichla Darwaza, Uttar Pol of Dundlod Fort. Then we will drive further to
Mukundgarh. Mukundgarh is more known for its fort than the havelis. The Mukundgarh fort has been converted into heritage hotel and is worth visiting.
Day 09: Mandawa - Bikaner (about 190 km / 4 hours)
In the morning after having breakfast we drive to
Bikaner. After a break we visit the
Junagarh Fort constructed of red sandstone (1571-1611 AD) and marble with kiosks and balconies embellishing the structure at intervals. This imposing fort and its palaces will be an unforgettable experience for us.
Day 10: Bikaner - Jaisalmer (about 330 km / 6-7 hours)
Today we drive through the desert and proceed for
Jaisalmer. 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. We arrive in Jaisalmer in the evening.
Day 11: Jaisalmer
Today we have 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. 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 12: Jaisalmer - Osain - Jodhpur (about 290 km / 5-6 hours)
In the 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.
After visiting the temple we proceed further for Jodhpur. Jodhpur 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. 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.
Day 13: Jodhpur - Jaipur (about 335 km / 7 hours)
Today we drive to the Pink City,
Jaipur. This city owes its name, foundations and careful planning to the great warrior and astronomer, Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan and famous for its
handicrafts and precious and semiprecious stones.
Day 14: Jaipur
After breakfast we drive to
the ancient capital of
Amber,
laying 11 km. away from Jaipur. Amber was the ancient capital of Kachhawaha
dynasty for 6 centuries before it was moved to newly created Jaipur. We will
ascend to the Palace Fortress on the back of an Elephant. Enroute to Amber we
will visit the
Hawa Mahal
(Palace of the Winds), built in 1799 AD, it contains 953 small casements with
each having its own balcony. The windows enabled cool air to circulate and the
ladies to watch processions below without being seen. In the afternoon we visit
the City Palace that is still the formal residence of the royal family, built in
a blend of the Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. In the museum of the
City Palace we visit the
private collection of the Jaipur Maharajas. We continue to
Jantar Mantar, a stone
observatory, and the largest of Jai Singh's five remarkable observatories. Its
complex instruments reveal us the secrets of medieval Indian astronomy. Later we
have a walk through the colourful Bazaar of Jaipur and visit a factory to see
the famous block printing work being done since centuries in Jaipur. In the
evening we drive through the new city of Jaipur and visit "Laxmi Narayan Mandir",
a Hindu temple made out of white marble. We might have an opportunity here to
observe a prayer ceremony. Today we have dinner with a presentation of Indian
music and dance.
Day 15: Jaipur - Delhi (about 270 km / 5-6 hours)
In the morning after having breakfast we drive to Delhi. Arrival in Delhi in the
evening. The rest of the day at leisure.
Day 16: Flight to home destination
Around midnight flight to home destination.
Tour
Reservation
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Inclusions:
 Accommodation
in double rooms on twin sharing basis with bath and WC in the
chosen
category.
American/Continental
Breakfast.
Elephant ride in
Amber (Jaipur).
One
Dinner will be with a presentation of Indian music and dance
during your stay in
Jaipur.
Services
of qualified local English Speaking or any other language guide
at every city
of sight seeing.
All
Transfers and departures on arrival and departure by Indo
Vacations
representative.
All Transfers and Sightseeing
throughout the tour by an individual air-conditioned
vehicle (car/Jeep etc.) with driver (reliable, experienced
and English speaking - have
a look at the
references
on our website from all over the world).
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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