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The Trip will give you a glimpse of the oppulent heritage of Rajasthan - the land of the Rajput warrior princess.Forts, palaces, awe-inspiring monuments, simple villages & rich heritage - all make Rajasthan a vivid & evocative tourist destination. After visiting, forts & palaces - steer off to the tiger trail in Ranthambore. In the last leg of the fairy tale trip, head towards Agra - home of the magnificent Taj Mahal.
You will be met on arrival at the International airport and transferred to the hotel. DELHI, India’s capital is a city built in layers. Over millennia, with the city as the epicenter, great empires have risen and fallen, one built atop the remains of another. Consequently, countless ruins and monuments dot the city, each with a story to tell. Alongside, New Delhi’s wide multi-lane motorways, bustling with shopping malls, fast cars and steel and glass office complexes, belong unmistakably to the 21st century. In the afternoon proceed to visit the Lotus Temple located in the south of Delhi. It is lotus shaped and has rightly been given the name. It is made of marble, cement, dolomite and sand. It is open to all faiths and is an ideal place for meditation and obtaining peace and tranquility. Its founder, Bahaullah (1817-1892), is regarded by Bahai as the most recent in the line of Messengers of God that stretches back beyond recorded time and that includes Abraham, Moses, Buddha, Zoroaster, Christ and Muhammad. Proceed to the AKSHARDHAM temple – a total contrast to the LOTUS TEMPLE. This is also an architectural wonder and that too modern art. Akshardham means the eternal, divine abode of the supreme God, the abode of eternal values and virtues of Akshar as defined in the Vedas and Upanishads where divine bhakti, purity and peace forever pervade. Swami Narayan Akshardham in New Delhi epitomizes 10,000 years of Indian culture in all its breathtaking grandeur, beauty, wisdom and bliss. This amazing structure comprises of 20,000 statues, floral motifs and exquisitely carved pillars made of stones. This is one of the best modern day temples to experience the ultimate temple culture. Read more
After breakfast at the hotel start a guided tour of Delhi. The tour will begin with a visit to Raj Ghat, a simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. He is also famously known as the “father of the nation”. One of the most important buildings of Old Delhi is the RED FORT. The magnificent Red Fort was built during the years 1638 – 48 when the Moghul Empire was at its peak. In 1638 Shahjahan transferred his capital from Agra to Delhi and laid the foundations of Shahjahanabad, the seventh city of Delhi. It is enclosed by a rubble stonewall, with bastions, gates and wickets at intervals. Of its fourteen gates, the important ones are the Mori, Lahori, Ajmeri, Turkman, Kashmiri and Delhi gates, some of which have already been demolished. His famous citadel, the Lal-Qila, or the Red Fort, lying at the town's northern end on the right bank or the Yamuna and south of Salimgarh, was begun in 1639 and completed after nine years. The Red Fort is different from the Agra fort and is better planned, because at its back lies the experience gained by Shahjahan at Agra, and because it was the work of one hand. It is an irregular octagon, with two long sides on the east and west, and with two main gates, one on the west and the other on the south, called Lahori and Delhi gates respectively. While the walls, gates and a few other structures in the fort are constructed of red sandstone, marble has been largely used in the palaces. Continue your tour to Jama Masjid by bicycle rickshaws, one of Asia’s largest mosques. People stream in and out of the mosque continuously and the presence of a nearby bazaar means that the area is rarely quiet. Enjoy the rickshaw ride at Old Delhi peddling through the narrow by lanes of Chandani Chowk. Later proceed for a sightseeing tour of New Delhi, which reflects the legacy of the British left behind. The division between New and Old Delhi is the division between the capitals of the British and the Mughals respectively. The division in the walled city and New Delhi also marks the division in the life-styles. The walled city is all tradition where one will be able to glean a past life-style in all its facets, colors and spells. New Delhi in contrast, is a city trying to live up to the best of 21st century standards. Imperial Delhi will include the Qutub Minar, the tallest stone tower in India. It is built in red and buff sandstone with a diameter of 14.32 m at the base and about 2.75 m on the top with a height of 72.5 m. Qutbu'd-Din Aibak laid the foundation of the tower in AD 1199 for the use of the mu'azzin (crier) to give calls for prayer and raised the first floor, to which were added three more floors by his successor and son-in-law, Shamsu'd-Din Iltutmish (AD 1211-36). All the tiers are surrounded by a projected balcony encircling the tower and supported by stone brackets, which are decorated with honeycomb design, more conspicuously in the first floor. Next stop would be the majestic Humayun’s Tomb. Humayun died in 1556, and his widow Hamida Banu Begum, also known as Haji Begum, commenced the construction of his tomb in 1569, fourteen years after his death. It is the first distinct example of proper Mughal style, which was inspired by Persian architecture. It is well known that Humayun picked up the principles of Persian architecture during his exile, and he himself is likely to have planned the tomb, although there is no record to that effect. The tour also includes a drive past the imposing India Gate, the Parliament building and the Rastrapathi Bhawan, the President’s residence. Read more
After breakfast start your day by driving to the majestic city of Mandawa, one of the largest open-air art galleries in the world, known for its beautiful Havelis, rich merchants' houses with beautifully decorated facades, thick walls and small windows to keep out the heat in the dry and hot desert climate. This patrician often contains frescoes with beautiful hunting scenes, dances religious and mythological scenes from Hinduism. After lunch, check in at the hotel, and later discover the city Mandawa. Read more
Morning enjoy the tour of Mandawa. Later, continue drive to Bikaner Reach Bikaner and check in at the hotel. Bikaner is one of the most important places in the vast Thar desert and known for its red sandstone haveli's and also as a center of late Indian art. Reach Bikaner and check-in at the hotel. Bikaner’s history dates back to 1488 AD, when the Rathore Prince, Rao Bikaji, a descendant of the founder of the Jodhpur, decided to move away from the comforts of his own home and establish his own kingdom. Being the most enterprising amongst his brothers, his aspirations were high. He moved away and chose a barren land called ‘Jangladesh’. Bikaji transformed this deserted, barren land into a thriving, impressive city. The strategic location of Bikaner on the ancient caravan routes from Central Asia made it a prime trade center. Though it was amidst the Thar Desert, it had spring water and thus served as an oasis to the weary traders and travelers. Read more
Morning enjoy leisurely breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast start your guided tour of Bikaner. Visit the Junagarh Fort, an imposing citadel from 1485 with i.a. the showroom, the armory, the hall of mirrors and the 16th and 17th-century paintings collection. Continue visiting the rat temple Deshnoke. Head back to the hotel. Read more
After breakfast, departure for Jaisalmer, a fairly long drive along the edge of the Thar Desert. Stop at local restaurant for lunch. The silhouette of the city of Jaisalmer is already recognizable from far and seems to come from a tale of a thousand and one nights. Reach Jaisalmer and check-in at the hotel. In the evening enjoy the sunset visit to the cenotaphs: the tombs of the Maharajas. Reach Jaisalmer and Retire for the night early. Read more
Morning enjoy leisurely breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast start your guided tour of Jaisalmer. Morning breakfast at the hotel. Start your day with guided tour of Jaisalmer Visiting the impressive fortress with its beautiful Jain temples and the palace complex, surrounded by a 5 km long fortification wall in which 99 semi-circular bastion towers are built. Walk through the old town with its beautifully painted havelis with balconies from the 18th century. Visit Gadi Sar, a small artificial lake surrounded by temples and pavilions. In the afternoon, excursion to the Sam Dunes for a trip on a kamelenrug through the desert. In the evening enjoy the camel ride in dunes along with dances and dinner. Read more
The morning after breakfast, drive to Jodhpur. Reach Jodhpur and transfer to the hotel. After breakfast drive through the Thar Desert to Jodhpur. Reach Jodhpur and check-in the hotel. Set at the edge of the Thar Desert, the imperial city of Jodhpur echoes with tales of antiquity in the emptiness of the desert. Once the capital of the Marwar state, it was founded in 1459 AD by Rao Jodha-chief of the RATHORE clan of Rajputs who claimed to be descendants of Rama - the epic hero of the RAMAYANA. It is also referred as the Blue City, due to the indigo tinge of the whitewashed houses around the Mehrangarh Fort (the old city). The blue houses were originally for Brahmins but non-Brahmins soon joined in, as the color was said to deflect the heat and keep mosquitoes away. Jodhpur lies near the geographic center of Rajasthan state, which makes it a convenient base for travel in a region much frequented by tourists. The old city of Jodhpur is surrounded by a thick stone wall. The wall has six huge gates called Nagauri gate, Merati gate, Sojati gate, Jalori gate, Siwanchi Gate and Chand pol. Afternoon experience the walking tour of Cloak Market Read more
Enjoy leisurely breakfast at the hotel.Enjoy guided tour of Jodhpur. Breakfast will be at the hotel. Proceed for the city sightseeing. Mehrangarh Fort: Situated on a steep hill, Mehrangarh fort is one of the largest forts in India. The beauty and the grandeur of numerous palaces in the fort narrate a saga of hard sandstones yielding to the chisels of skilled Jodhpuri sculptures. Mehrangarh Fort, spreading over 5 km on a perpendicular hill and looking down 125 meters, presents a majestic view on city horizon. It was built on the advice of a saint in 1459 to establish an impregnable head-quarter. This Fort is one of the best in India with its exquisitely latticed windows, carved panels elaborately adorned windows and walls of Moti Mahal, Phool Mahal, and Sheesh Mahal. A collection of musical instruments, palanquins, royal costumes, furniture and the cannons on the fort's ramparts are well preserved. Jaswant Thada: Close to the fort complex, lays Jaswant Thada. This 19th century royal cenotaph built in white marble in commemoration of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II and three other cenotaphs stand nearby. The cenotaph of Maharaja Jaswant Singh holds the rare portraits of the rulers and Maharajas of Jodhpur. A visit inside the cenotaphs, with some villagers of the region, would bring forward the reverence they still hold for their brave kings. Optional – to Experience the bisnoi village on 4 X 4 drive . (Price not included) Read more
Morning after breakfast, drive to Narlai. Reach Narlai and transfer to the hotel. In the evening visit to a local village along with step well Dinner.
The morning after a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, drive to Udaipur enroute, visit the marble Jain temples of Ranakpur, one of the largest and most important jaïnsites in India. The main temple, the Chaumukha, is a gigantic sanctuary in marble halls 29 counts resting on 1,444 different pillars. Reach Udaipur and you will be transferred to the hotel for the night. Read more
Enjoy leisurely breakfast at the hotel .Enjoy guided tour of Udaipur. Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed for sightseeing tour of Udaipur, stopping first at City Palace. City Palace – Standing on the east bank of Lake Pichola, is a massive series of palaces built at different times from 1559 A.D. The balconies of the palace provide panoramic views of "Jag Niwas" (the world wide famous Lake palace hotel), Jag Mandir on one side and on the other the city of Udaipur. Its main entrance is through the triple-arched gate - the Tripolia, built in 1725. The way now leads to a series of courtyards, overlapping parathions, terraces, corridors and gardens - a harmonic profusion hard to describe. There is a Suraj Gokhda, where the maharanas of Mewar presented themselves in the times of trouble to the people to restore confidence. The Mor-chowk (Peacock courtyard), gets its name from the vivid mosaics in glass decorating its walls. The chini chitrashala is noteworthy while a series of wall paintings of KRISHNA are on display in Bhim Vilas. There are numerous other places such as Dilkhush Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Moti Mahal and Krishna villas - in memory of a princess of striking beauty who poisoned herself to avert a bloody battle for her hand by rival princess. Now the palace contains many antique articles, paintings, decorative furniture and utensils and attracts thousands of visitors every day. Here you will marvel at rooms with mirrored walls and ivory doors, colored glass windows and inlaid marble balconies and the Peacock Courtyard. Saheliyon ki Bari – Maharana Sangram Singh builds this in the mid-18th century. The 'garden of the maidens' brings to mind the lifestyle of the ladies of the court. The delightful gardens appear discreet and in impeccable taste. There are four pools with dainty kiosks, and all around are flowerbeds, lawns, pools and fountains protected by a series of walls and shady trees. The Foundation of the Saheliyon ki Bari functions solely by water pressure and no pumps are used. The garden has a lotus pool, a sitting room decorated with paintings and glass mosaics. The whole ambiences are flavored by the nostalgia of those beautiful bells enjoying themselves in a lavish aura. Bagore ki Haveli – This is a very congenial old building built right on the waterfront of Lake Pichola at Gangori Ghat. Amir Chand Badwa, the Prime Minister of Mewar built it in the eighteenth century. The palace has over hundred rooms and some very interesting display of costumes and modern art. The glass and mirror in the interiors of the Haveli delicate work and well preserved too. It also preserves a fine example of Mewar Painting on the walls of Queen's Chamber. The two peacocks made from small pieces of colored glasses are fine examples of glasswork. After the death Badwa the building became the property of Mewar State. It came to be occupied by Maharana Shakti Singh of Bagore who built the palace of the three arches also in 1878 and it acquired its name of Bagore-ki-haveli, the house of Bagore. After independence the structure lay in neglect until 1986 when it housed the West Zone Cultural centre. Jagdish Temple – The temple is situated in the middle of the city. The temple of Jagannath Rai, now called Jagdish-ji, is a major monument and should be seen carefully. Raised on a tall terrace and completed in 1651, it is a tribute alike to the tenacity of its builders and the resilience of the art tradition it represents. It attaches a double storied Mandapa (hall) to a double - storied, saandhara (that having a covered ambulatory) sanctum. The mandapa has another storey tucked within its pyramidal samavarna (bell - roof) while the hollow clustered spire over the sanctum contains two more, non - functional stories. Lanes taking off from many of the sheharpanah (city wall) converge on the Jagdish Temple and walking leisurely through them brings you face with the many layers of the cultural palimpsest that Udaipur is. Maharana Jagat Singh I built it in 1651 A.D. Later ,proceed for boat ride on the Lake Pichola (If the water level permits). From the boat you will be able to view the city of Udaipur as it rises majestically above the lake in the middle of the Rajasthan desert. Also visit the Jag Mandir Palace - the other island palace in the middle of the lake. Spend some time at the Jag Mandir Palace. In the evening enjoy boat ride at Lake Pichola. Read more
Morning after breakfast, drive to Pushkar. Reach Pushkar and you will be transferred to the hotel. Pushkar is a sacred town for the Hindus situated 11 kms off Ajmer. The charm of this sleepy, lakeside settlement is the lake, which has natural water supply. This lake in the inhospitable surroundings of a desert is no less than a miracle. The great Hindu epics of the Ramayana and the Mahabharata make references to this religious place while evidence points to its having existed during the fourth century B.C. Enjoy India's and perhaps the world's most colorful folk festival – the Pushkar Fair. Observe, explore and photograph the colors of this amazing fair. Enjoy a camel ride, the festivities and many interesting events or visit the many temples along the Pushkar Lake including the grand Brahma temple. Enjoy city sightseeing and spend evening visiting the GHATS and the local market Read more
The morning after breakfast, drive to Jaipur. Reach Jaipur and you will be transferred to the hotel. After breakfast, drive to Jaipur, Capital of Rajasthan. Reach Jaipur and check into the hotel. Jaipur is the capital of the state of Rajasthan a romantic realm of resplendent palaces, mighty fortresses and regal Maharajahs that lies in the western deserts and is an utterly unique part of India. Proudly belonging to the KSHATRIYA warrior caste and fiercely independent, the Rajput princes made fearsome foes. However, many of them realized that to maintain their wealth and authority locally, it was expedient to proclaim allegiance to the central power. Thus, many enjoyed a privileged position under the Mughal emperors and also the British Raj that followed. The bustling Rajasthan capital of Jaipur takes its name from its venerated founder Jai Singh II, who was given the title Sawai Maharaja by the Mughal. Literally translated this would mean ’one and a quarter’, suggesting that the Mughal thought this emperor to be more valuable than just ‘one’. Jaipur is known as the ’Pink City’ on account of the distinctive colour of its buildings. This did not, however, form part of the original plan, but dates back to 1856, when the city was given a wash of pink in honor of a State Visit from Prince Albert. This evening, visit the Birla Temple to learn more about the fascinating religious life of Jaipur. The marble structure, built as recently as 1985, houses ornate statues including one of Lakshmi (Goddess of Wealth and Beauty) and Narayan dressed in gaudy robes, representing a Hindu vision of heavenly luxury. Carvings in the temple and on pillars supporting the covered walkways include images of the Hindu pantheon, as well as Jesus, the Blessed Virgin Mary and St Francis of Assisi. Your visit will coincide with the AARTI Ceremony, which involves oil lamps being lit and waved, in order to awake and invoke the deity. Read more
Enjoy leisurely breakfast at the hotel.Proceed for a morning excursion to Amber Fort by Elephant / Jeep ride ascent to the fort. AMBER FORT PALACE – Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent Jai Singh I. Its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds its ultimate expression. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time honored fashion. The Fort, completed in the early 18th century, took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruling families. Continue sightseeing. CITY PALACE – A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum. JANTAR MANTAR – This is the largest and the best preserved of the five observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country. This observatory consisting of outsized astronomical instruments is still in use. HAWA MAHAL – The ornamental facade of this "Palace of Winds" is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. It is a five-storey structure of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women. This afternoon is free for you to relax shop or explore independently. Shopping is superb in Jaipur, particularly for gold and silver jewellery, pottery, tie-dye materials, silk, saris, wooden handicrafts and carpets. Read more
The morning after breakfast, drive to Ranthambore. Reach Ranthambore and you will be transferred to the hotel. You could also go to visit the temple on the top of the fort.
Early morning enjoy the game drive in Ranthambore National Park. Returns to the resort and have breakfast. Post breakfast visit the nearby village to see the local life. Post lunch proceed for the afternoon game drive in National Park. k.
After breakfast, proceed to Agra en route visiting Fatehpur Sikri. Reach Agra and visit the famous Taj Mahal, made entirely of marble and inlaid in precious stones, was founded by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved Mumtaz Mahal.The Taj is considered the most extravagant monument built for love. It is set in a beautiful garden with a long water feature. Read more
Enjoy the Sunrise visit to Taj Mahal. Return to hotel for breakfast. After breakfast proceed for guided tour of Agra. Visit the Red Fort, Moghol expression of power and synthesis between the refined art Persian and Indian architecture. AGRA FORT – The red sandstone structure is surrounded by chahar-bagh, a foursquare formal garden. Built by the famed Mughal emperor Akbar in 1565 AD, the fort is predominantly of red sandstone. Ensconced within is the picture perfect Pearl Mosque, which is a major tourist attraction. It lies on the bend of the river Yamuna, almost in the heart of the town. Akbar built it as his citadel over the years 1563-73 in the finest architectural style. It has imposing gates and walls of red sandstone and a moat. Continue to visit the "Itimad ud-Daulah" also called the Baby Taj. The interiors of which are considered better than the Taj. Nur Jahan, the Empress of Jehangir for her father in 1628, built one of the most beautiful Mughal tombs, Itmad-Ud-Daulah’s Tomb. The tomb is a resting place of the powerful personality in Mughal Court, Itmad-Ud-Daulah, whose life is very interesting. Formerly a very poor Persian merchant then named Mirza Ghiyas or Ghiyas Beg he became a minister and a trusted treasure in Akbar's court. After Akbar's death in 1605, his son Jahangir rose into power. Jahangir made Ghiyas Beg his chief minister and honored him with the title of Itmad-Ud-Daulah, the Pillar of State. Later, Jahangir met a beautiful daughter of Ghiyas Beg named Mehr-Un-Nissa and married her. Mehr-Un-Nissa soon played a significant role in the Jahangir's court and was called Nur Mahal, the light pf the Place. Owing to her influence, her father and brother were granted with privileges in the court. When Ghiyas beg (Itmad-Un-Daulah) dies in 1622, Nur Mahal decided to build a mausoleum for him. Queen Mumtaz Mahal or the lady of the Taj was also from this prevailing family. The mausoleum is entirely made of white marble and graced with intricate decoration of inlay work, and marble-screen work belonging to the Islamic style. With its tranquil, small garden on the bank of Yamuna River, the tomb stands impressively elegant from a distance. Rest of the afternoon is free or to opt for optional activity Optional evening: Do not miss this 90-minute live show "Mohabbat the Taj Read more
Morning after breakfast, drive to Delhi and as per your flight timings, you will be transferred to the airport to take a flight back home with sweet memories of the tour.
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