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Rajasthan Tour Packages
Journey of Cultural Rajasthan
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Duration
15 Nights / 16 Days |
Places Covered
Delhi - Agra - Bhandarej - Ranthambore - Kota -Bundi
- Chittorgarh - Udaipur - Pushkar - Jaipur. |
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Day 01 : Arrival Delhi
Around Midnight arrival in Delhi. The cosmopolitan City and
capital Delhi is the main gateway for travelers. You are met
by an company representative and transferred to your Hotel.
Day 02 : Old - New Delhi
This morning is at leisure. Afternoon sightseeing in Old Delhi.
We take a Riksha Ride parallel to the Red Fort through the old
city and famous Silk Road and Silver Bazaar. Sightseeing of
Old Delhi includes also the site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated;
Jama Masjid and the great mosque of old Delhi. Today We also
visit the famous "Humayun's 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 and Embassies.
Day 03 : Delhi - Agra (about 180 km)
In the morning we visit "Qutab 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, ShahJahan
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 : Agra - Bhandarej (about 175 km)
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 at the palace Hotel of Bhandarej which
has a blend of Mughal and Rajputana architecture. The Bhandarej
palace has courtyards, arched windows, traditionally painted
verandahs and front lawns. The nearby Bhangarh village with
its temples and historical sites has a history which dates back
to 11th century. Rest of the day at leisure. At the dinner time
local dances will be performed in the palace.
Day 06 : Bhandarej - Ranthambore (about 120 km)
Today after the breakfast we leave for the world famous Ranthambore
National Park. After a break & refreshment at our hotel
in Ranthambore we will explore the 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 remains
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 : Bundi - Chittorgarh (about 140 km)
After an early breakfast we drive to Chittorgarh. The Fort of
Chittorgarh is indomitable pride of Chittorgarh .The fort is
massive structure with many gateways built in 7th century A.D.
Perched on a height of 180m hill it sprawls over 700 acres.
This fortified settlement has been ravaged thrice and each time
the outcome was "Jauhar", where women and children
immolated themselves on a huge funeral pyre while men donned
in saffron robes of martyrdom rode out of the fort towards a
certain death. Overnight stay in Chittorgarh.
Day 10 : Chittorgarh - Udaipur (about 120 km)
Today we drive to Udaipur. Udaipur is called the romantic city
of Rajasthan. A city built around shimmering, clear, blue water
lakes which reflect the green hills of the Aravali ranges. In
the evening we enjoy a Boat ride on the lake Pichola. The famous
Lake Palace of Udaipur was the summer residence of the former
rulers. The James bond Film Octopussy was shot here and made
this palace more known in the west.
Day 11 : Udaipur
Today we visit Udaipur, also known as the city of sunrise. We
start our sightseeing with the visit of Sahelion-Ki-Bari. This
Garden of the Maids of Honour is well laid out with extensive
lawns and shady walks. After the visit of Garden of Maids we
visit a Museum of folk art. This museum has a rich collection
of Folk dresses, ornaments, puppets, masks, dolls, folk musical
instruments and paintings on display. After a break we proceed
to city palace, the biggest Palace in India, where 4 generations
of Maharajas added their contribution, is so carefully planned
and integrated with the original buildings that it is difficult
to believe that it was not conceived as a whole. The museum
of the palace includes the beautiful peacock mosaic and miniature
wall paintings of Indian mythology. Today we have an opportunity
to visit a traditional painting school and see the famous miniature
paintings done.
Day 12 : Udaipur - Pushkar (about 300 km)
Today we leave Udaipur 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 13 : Pushkar - Jaipur (about 120 km)
Today we leave the holy city of Pushkar and 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. After
a break in Jaipur we visit the city palace in the afternoon
which 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, the largest of Jai Singh's five remarkable observatories.
It's complex instruments reveals us the secrets of medieval
Indian astronomy.
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 have a walk through the colorful
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)
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 16 : Flight to Home
Around Midnight flight to home destination.
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