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Rajasthan Holiday Packages
14 Days / 13 Nights
Delhi - Shekhawati -
Bikaner - Osian - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Ranakpur -
Udaipur - Deogarh - Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra -
Delhi |
Rajasthan Holiday Packages :: Day 01:
Arrival in Delhi
Around midnight arrival in Delhi. The cosmopolitan City and
capital New Delhi is the main gateway for travelers. Upon
arrival, you will be met by our representative and
transferred to the Hotel.
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02: Delhi
Morning at leisure. In the afternoon have
sightseeing in Old Delhi & 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 also visit the famous "Humayun
Tomb" 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 you proceed to the Hotel drive through
the embassy area in New Delhi where you visit the India Gate
and see some impressive Government Buildings.
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03. Delhi - Shekhawati (about 270 km)
After breakfast in the Hotel, we drive to Shekhawati region.
Arrival in Shekhawati in the late evening.
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04. Shekhawati - Bikaner (about 190 km)
In the morning we visit the grand havellis of the Shekhawati
area. Shekhawati is a region of NE of Rajasthan and is the
After the visit of Shekhawati area we proceed to 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.
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05. Bikaner - Osian - Jaisalmer (about 330 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 arrive in Jaisalmer in the late evening.
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06. 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
mensions). 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.
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07. Jaisalmer - Jodhpur (about 290 km)
Early morning drive to Jodhpur.The city was once the capital
of the princely state of Marwar (Land of death). Jodhpur is
also known as the blue city as most of the houses of the old
city are painted blue. 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.
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08. Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur (about 260 km)
Today we drive to Udaipur. Enroute we will visit
Ranakpur.Ranakpur is known for its superbly carved marble
Jain Temples. An enormous basement of this temple covers
48,000 sq. feet. There are four subsidiary shrines, twenty
four pillared halls. The total number of columns is 1,444,
all of which are intricately carved, no two being alike. The
Ranakpur Jain Temples were built during the 15th century.We
have a break in Ranakpur before proceeding further for
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.
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09. Udaipur
Today we visit Udaipur. We start our sightseeing with the
visit of Sahelion-Ki-Bari. 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, The museum of the palace includes the beautiful
peacock mosaic and miniature wall paintings of Indian
mythology. In the evening we have 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.
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10. Udaipur - Deogarh (about 200 km)
Today we drive to Deogarh. Overnight stay in a Maharaja
Palace in Deogarh. Enjoy the Royal Rajasthan Heritage
Hospitality & Leisure day of the Tour.
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11. Deogarh - Jaipur (about 280 km)
Today we drive to the Pink City Jaipur. 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
Mahrajas. We continue to Jantar Mantar, a stone observatory,
the largest of Jai Singh's five remarkable observatories.
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12. 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. 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 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. Today we have dinner with a
presentation of Indian music and dance.
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13. Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (about 260 km)
Today we leave Rajasthan, Drive to Agra,Enroute we make a
stop and visit Fatehpur Sikri,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. Afternoon arrival in
Agra. After a short break in the Hotel, visit the Agra Fort,
built by three of the greatest Mughal emperors. After the
visit of Agra Fort Back to Hotel.
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14. Agra - Delhi
Early Morning 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. Afternoon drive to Delhi. Around
midnight flight to home destination. At the time of
departure our driver & representative will drop you at
International Airport.
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