Rajasthan Tour
(16 Night 17 Days)
Place Covered: Delhi – Agra – Ranthambore – Bundi –Chittorgarh – Udaipur – Ranakpur – Jodhpur – Jaisalmer – Bikaner – Mandawa – Jaipur
ITINERARY:
Day 01 Arrival Delhi
Reach Delhi where you will be meeting a representative who will help you get transferred to the hotel. On reaching the hotel, complete the check-in process and take some rest. The rest of the Day is at leisure and you can opt to explore the surroundings on your own. Later you will proceed back to your hotel. Dinner and Overnight stay at the hotel in Delhi.
Day 02 Delhi sightseeing
After having a delicious breakfast, you will proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour to Delhi. Drive past Jama Masjid and the red sandstone walls of massive Red Fort and take a short stopover to enjoy tasty street food at Chandni Chowk. Explore Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi at the west bank of the Yamuna River. Then visit the Humanyun’s Tomb and the beautiful Lotus Temple. Proceed to visit the beautifully carved Qutub Minar that is a masterpiece of Indo-Islamic art. You will drive past Rajpath overlooking the Rashtrapati Bhawan and Parliament House and visit the India Gate. Proceed to your hotel in Delhi for an overnight stay.
Day 03 Delhi – Agra (225 Kms/04 Hrs)
Start the day with a healthy breakfast. Check-out of your hotel and proceed towards Agra. On the way you will stopover at Sikandara where you will be visiting the
mausoleum of the power Mughal Emperor, Akbar. After you are done exploring Sikandara, you will proceed to Agra. On arrival check – in to the hotel. After fresh n up you will visit the famous Taj Mahal -the symbol of love & “the seventh wonder of the world –, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. (Taj Mahal Remains Closed on Every Friday) Later, visit the Agra fort, built by the great Emperor Akbar and the tomb of Etimad-ud-Daula often described as Jewel Box or the Baby Taj and is regarded as a draft of the Taj Mahal. Rest of the day is free at your leisure. Overnight at the hotel in Agra
Day 04 Agra – Fathepur Sikri – Ranthambore (298 Kms/06 Hrs)
In the morning after breakfast, transfer to Ranthambore. On the way stop to visit Fathepur Sikri and explore places like Salim Chisti’s Tomb, Jama Masjid, Panch Mahal etc. Later continue journey to Ranthambore.On arrival Ranthambore check – in at hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay will be at Ranthambore
Day 05 Ranthambore
After early morning breakfast, head out for the most exciting day on this trip. Embark on a jeep/canter safari in Ranthambore National Park. For wildlife lovers, Ranthambore is one of the best National Parks in Rajasthan. The National Park is associated with Project Tiger and is famous for its tiger population. Surrounded by Aravali and Vindhya hill ranges, it was established as a National Park in 1980 and sprawls over an area of 392 sq. kilometers. Apart from tigers, leopards, hyenas, sambhar deer, jackals, Indian wild boar etc. are some of the other forms of wildlife that you can witness in their natural habitat here. The National Park also thrives with a variety of bird and plants species, making it a perfect place for wildlife photographers. Other major attractions are the Ranthambore Fort and beautiful lakes within the Park. Dinner and Overnight stay will be at Ranthambore.
Day 06 Ranthambore – Bundi – Chitorgarh (290 Kms/06 Hrs)
This morning after breakfast you will proceed for the Chittorgarh. Enroute visit Bundi Fort, Raniji Ki Baori, Sukh Mahal, 84 Pillared Cenetoph and Beautiful Lake Jait Sagar. After visiting Bundi attractions continue your drive to
Chittorgarh. Dinner & Overnight stay will be at Chitorgarh.
Day 07 Chittorgarh – Udaipur (120 KMS/ 02 Hrs)
After your breakfast, visit Chittorgarh Fort. The city was formerly known as Chittaur.From the 7th century to the 16th, was the capital of Mewar under the Rajputs.Later start for Udiapur. On arrival at Udaipur check – in at hotel. Evening free for leisure. Dinner and Overnight stay will be at Udaipur.
Day 08 Udaipur sightseeing
Breakfast at the hotel and proceed for city tour of Udaipur, visiting City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Museum, Saheliyon ki Bari (Gardens of the maids of Honor) evening take boat ride at Lake Pichola. Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 09 Udaipur – Ranakpur – Jodhpur (250 Kms/06 Hrs)
Post breakfast, proceed to the Jodhpur. Enroute visit Ranakpur Jain Temples which is famous for its architectural design. On arrival check in to hotel and relax for some time. Later visit the Umaid Bhawan Museum. Overnight will be at Jodhpur.
Day 10 Jodhpur – Jaisalmer (280 kms/06 Hrs)
After breakfast check – out from the hotel and visit Mehangarh Fort, Jaswant Thanda and Clock Tower Market. In the afternoon start your journey for Jaisalmer. Dinner and Overnight stay will be at Jaisalmer.
Day 11 Jaisalmer sightseeing
After a relaxed breakfast proceed for full day sightseeing tour of The Golden City – Jaisalmer. It is in the heart of the Great Indian Desert. Its temple, fort and palaces are all built of yellow stone. The city is a mass of intricately carved buildings, facades and elaborate balconies. Visit the JAISALMER FORT – The oldest living Fort in the world and the famous havelis.In the evening, enjoy the camel ride on sam sand dunes followed by cultural dance show.Stay overnight at the Sam Desert.
Day 12 Jaisalmer – Bikaner (330 Kms/06 Hrs)
After breakfast check – out & Proceed to Bikaner. Check in at hotel. Evening free for shoping. Dinner and Overnight stay will be at Bikaner.
Day 13 Bikaner- Mandawa (190 Kms/03 Hrs)
Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed for sightseeing tour of Bikaner covering magnificent Junagarh fort, Gajner palace a lakeside palace-complex adjoining a sanctuary Camel Breeding Farm manned by the Government.Later drive towards Mandawa. On arrival, check in at hotel. Overnight will be at Mandawa.
Day 14 Mandawa – Jaipur (170 Kms/03 Hrs)
Post breakfast; witness the Sewaram Saraf Haveli, Ram Pratap Nemani Haveli, Hanuman Prasad Goenka Haveli etc. Later drive towards Jaipur. On arrival, check in to hotel and relax for the day. Overnight stay at Jaipur.
Day 15 Jaipur Sightseeing
After breakfast start for a full day of local sightseeing in Jaipur. Visit Amber Fort and see the royalty of Sheesh Mahal where the iconic song ‘pyaar kiya toh darna kya’ was shot.Take a photo stop at Jal Mahal while strolling around at nearby food stalls.Post that, you will be visiting the Imperial City Palace and Jantar Mantar (Observatory).Treat your eyes by witnessing the amazingly built Hawa Mahal.Return back to hotel and rest for the evening.Overnight stay at Jaipur.
Day 16 Jaipur – Delhi (270 Kms/06 Hrs)
After breakfast, drive to Delhi. On arrival check-in at the pre-booked hotel. Freshen-up Day will be free to explore the city and finish last minute shopping. Dinner and Overnight stay will be at Delhi
Day 17 Delhi Departure
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to international airport to connect flight for onward destination.