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Rajasthan has long been
regarded as the real home of traditional Maharaja’s, besides a land packed with Forts
and Palaces of Maharaja’s, it is also home to a large population of tribals of whom
the Bhils and Minas form the largest groups. Stay in a Palace hotel, enjoy a ride
on Camel’s back, dine and dance in sand dunes. Discover a whole new world as
you meander down the centuries, while you are on following trail.
Day 01 – Arrive Delhi
On arrival you will be met by our representative and transferred to
hotel, where we will be holding the rooms on ready occupancy basis. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02 - Delhi
In the morning
take a city tour covering Laxmi Narayan Temple – The Place of Gods, India
Gate - The memorial of martyrs, Parliament House – The Government
headquarters. In the afternoon take a city tour of Old Delhi covering Jama Masjid -
The largest mosque in Asia, Red Fort - The red stone magic, Gandhi memorial
– The memoir of father of the nation. Also enjoy the sound & light show in the
evening. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03 – Delhi – Mandawa
Today drive to Mandawa : a compact little town of Shekhavati region,
Arrive and check in into hotel. In the afternoon visit Havelis & beautiful frescoes.
The medieval fort of Mandawa gradually rises on the horizon like a mirage. A painted
arched gateway adorned with Lord Krishna and his cows leads to the bazaar. Overnight at
hotel. 
Day 04 – Mandawa – Bikaner
In the morning drive to Nawalgarh – the town where the
finest of the Shekhavati’s frescoes can be seen. It’s havelis still bear witness
to the rich & prosperous Marwari era of the 19th century. Worth visiting
are the Aath Haveli complex, Anandilal Poddar haveli, Bansidhar Bhagat haveli &
Chokhani haveli. Drive to Bikaner – Vale of Serenity, upon arrival check
in into hotel. Evening free to relax. Overnight at hotel.
Day 05 – Bikaner
Today enjoy city tour covering Junagadh Fort – constructed
between 1588 and 1593 by Raja Rai Singh, fort has a 986 metre long wall with 37 bastions
& two entrances, Bhand Sagar Temple – The 16th century Jain
temple, is the most important of this temple complex, Camel Breeding Farm – a
unique experience where you can ride on a camel & have perhaps the first taste of
camel’s milk. Overnight at hotel.
Day 06 - Bikaner – Jaisalmer (325 kms 6.5 hrs)
In the morning drive to Jaisalmer – The Citadel City,
Arrive and check into hotel. Afternoon free to relax or enjoy the city atmosphere.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 07 - Jaisalmer
 Today we enjoy a city tour
covering Jaisalmer Fort – built on the highest point of the Tricuta hill, Sun
Gate. Outstanding features are Megh Durbar & various temples, Salim
Singh-Ki-Haveli & Patwon–Ki-Haveli – some of the beautiful mansions with
stone carving and lattice work of breath taking intricacy, Lodurva – A
masterpiece of architectural grandeur. Overnight at hotel.
Day 08 – Jaisalmer
No trip to Jaisalmer is complete without a visit to the most
picturesque dunes. This day you will visit Sam sand dunes. The ripples on the
wind-caressed dunes create enchanting mirages. Adventure freaks can go out on a camel
safari- getting the real feel of the desert on the camel back. Overnight at hotel.
Day 09 - Jaisalmer – Jodhpur
Today morning drive to Jodhpur – The Desert enchantment, arrive
and check in into hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 - Jodhpur
Full day city tour covering Mehrangarh fort – unsurpassed
in beauty & grandeur, it is one of the largest forts in India. Innumerable palaces in
the fort, interspersed with sprawling courtyards, are intricately carved Jaswanthada
– The 19th century royal cenotaph, a creation in white marble, Clock
tower – The timely treasure of Jodhpur. Overnight at hotel.
Day 11 - Jodhpur – Bundi
In the morning drive to Bundi – A dream remembered, on
arrival check in into hotel. Afternoon you will be free to explore the surroundings.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 12 - Bundi – Udaipur
In the morning
drive to Udaipur enroute visiting Ranakpur temples – the pilgrimage centre of
Rajasthan a few of the numerous temples are Chaturmukh temples. Arrive and check in
into hotel. Overnight at hotel.
 Day 13 – Udaipur
Today enjoy city tour covering Saheliyon – Ki – Bari
– The garden for the maids of honour of the queen. Jagdish Temple –
dedicated to Lord Vishnu & approachable by a broad flight of steps, the shrine is a
rectangular platform on the lines of Indo-Aryan style of architecture, City Palace
– located amidst Lake Pichola, Eklingji & Nagda Temples – built in
white marble with a double storeyed porch. Overnight at hotel.
Day 14 - Udaipur – Pushkar
Today drive to Pushkar – the city of Brahma, on arrival
check in into hotel. Rest of the day free to relax. Overnight at hotel
Day 15 - Pushkar – Jaipur
In the morning half take a city tour covering Jagat Pita Shri Brahma
Temple – The only exquisite temple dedicated to Lord Brahma, Apteshwar Mahadeo
Temple – Dedicated to Lord Shiva : head towards Jaipur not missing the Dargah
of Sufi Saint Moinuddin Chishti, entered through a high gateway with silver doors. The
grave of the saint is surrounded by a silver railing. Arrive and check in into hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 16 – Jaipur
In the morning take an excursion to Amer fort with joy ride on
an Elephant. In the afternoon take a city tour covering City Palace – occupies
a large area divided into a series of courtyards, gardens & buildings and a perfect
blend of Rajasthani & Mughal architecture, Royal Observatory – An
observatory with some rare qualities to its credit, Nawab Sahab Ki Haveli –
and the Bazaar etc. Overnight at hotel.
Day 17 – Jaipur – Agra
Today morning drive to Agra enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri (Old
Deserted town of Mughal Dynasty) Jama Masjid / The Buland Darwaza / Palace of Jodha
Bai/Birbal Bhawan & Panch Mahal. On arrival check in into hotel. Free to enjoy the
city atmosphere. Overnight at hotel.
Day 18 - Agra – Delhi
Morning city tour covering Taj Mahal – a poem
written in white marble, the most extravagant monument ever built for love, Red Fort
– a visit to the fort in ‘Agra’ is must since so many of the events which
lead to the construction of the Taj took place here, Itmad-ud-daula’s Tomb
– The tomb is of particular interest since many of its design elephants overshadow
the Taj. Afternoon drive back to Delhi. On arrival we will take you to hotel where we will
be holding the rooms for wash & change. Have your dinner and late night transfer to
International Airport to board flight to home.
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