Rajasthan, the land of Maharajas (kings) and their Mahals (palaces) is India at its charismatic and royalty best. It is an exotic state which has been built on myths and Rajput clan’s belief of death before dishonor. This destination is like a legend that has come to life with an incredible array of mighty forts, elaborate palaces and fanciful cities.
This majestic tour commences in New Delhi followed by a visit to Agra, the place that celebrates possessing the most appreciated monument of love – The Taj Mahal. Then we proceed to Ranthambore, an ideal place for a wildlife enthusiast followed by Jaipur, popularly termed as the pink city of India.
The journey will then let you witness the mystical town of Pushkar situated in Ajmer city of Rajasthan giving you a chance to witness pilgrims offering their prayers around the holy lake surrounded by many temples, bathing Ghats, and a cluster of onion shaped domes and chalk colored buildings.
After that the itinerary takes us to the lavish city of Udaipur which is adorned by bone white buildings (once royal residences) seeming to float upon shimmering lakes. Our next stop is the luminescent blue patchwork city of Jodhpur that deservingly boasts about the grandeur of its iconic places like the Umaid Bhawan Palace and Mehrangarh fort.
Subsequently, the tour will head onto discover the honey colored magnificence of Jaisalmer peeking from the desert horizon, prevalently called the Golden city as easily distinguishable due to its yellow sandstone architecture. The tourists will then be taken to the sprawling desert town of Bikaner, famous for its fort and a bustling walled city encompassed by dark red sandstone havelis (traditionally ornate residences).
And finally finishing the journey at Mandawa - a fictional story book town decked with wildly colorful and bizarrely painted havelis
| Day 1: | Arrive Delhi | |
| Day 2: | Delhi |
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| Day 3: | Delhi / Agra (Drive: 220 Km/ 04 Hours) |
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| Day 4: | Agra |
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| Day 5: | Agra / Fatehpur Sikri/ Ranthambore (Drive: 290 KM/ 06 Hrs) |
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| Day 6: | Ranthambore |
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| Day 7: | Ranthambore / Jaipur (Drive: 180 Km/ 04 Hours) |
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| Day 8: | Jaipur |
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| Day 9: | Jaipur / Pushkar (Drive: 140 Km/ 3 ½ Hours) |
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| Day 10: | Pushkar / Bundi / Bhainsrorgarh (Drive: 280 Km/ 6 Hrs) |
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| Day 11: | Bhainsrorgarh / Bijaipur (Drive: 110 Km/ 03 Hours) |
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| Day 12: | Bijaipur / Chittorgarh / Udaipur (Drive: 170 Km/ 4 Hrs) |
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| Day 13: | Udaipur |
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| Day 14: | Udaipur / Rohet (Drive: 240 Km/ 5 Hours) |
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| Day 15: | Rohetgarh |
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| Day 16: | Rohet / Jodhpur / Samsara (Drive: 180 Km/ 04 Hours) |
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| Day 17: | Samsara |
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| Day 18: | Samsara / Jaisalmer (Drive: 180 Km/ 04 Hours) |
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| Day 19: | Jaisalmer |
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| Day 20: | Jaisalmer / Bikaner (Drive: 330 Km/ 7 Hours) |
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| Day 21: | Bikaner / Mandawa/ Alsisar (Drive: 250 Km/ 6 Hours) |
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| Day 22: | Alsisar / Delhi (Drive: 265 Km/ 6 Hours) |
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| Day 23: | Delhi / Onward Destination (By Flight) |
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We concentrate on Old Delhi, starting with the Red Fort Complex*. Named for its massive enclosing walls of red sandstone, it is adjacent to an older fort, the Salimgarh, built by Islam Shah Suri in 1546, with which it forms the Red Fort Complex. The Red Fort is considered to represent the zenith of Mughal creativity which, under the Shah Jahan, was brought to a new level of refinement and each pavilion reveals architectural elements typical of Mughal building, reflecting a fusion of Persian, Timurid and Hindu traditions. After visiting the Red fort, we embark on a captivating journey on a Rickshaw passing through the narrow lanes of the famous Chandni Chowk Bazaar, it was originally built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan for his daughter Jahan Ara in 17th Century since then many changes have taken place however it remains Old Delhi's one of the Oldest and busiest markets in Delhi. Finally end our rickshaw ride at Jama Masjid, Mughal majesty and India's largest mosque. After visiting the mosque, we proceed to Raj Ghat, the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi. In the evening we enjoy a welcome dinner at a well-known local restaurant. 
We start our morning tour with New Delhi and visit the famous India Gate followed by the Houses of Parliament, Connaught Place and Humayun's Tomb*, the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent, built in 1570. We continue to Qutub Minar and its Monuments* Built in the early 13th century the red sandstone tower of Qutub Minar is 72.5 m high. The surrounding archaeological area contains funerary buildings, notably the magnificent Alai-Darwaza Gate, a masterpiece of Indo-Muslim art and two mosques. Later we drive to Agra and check in the hotel for overnight stay.
To many today is the most awaited day. We begin our day before sunrise with a visit to one of the most beautiful monuments in the world, the Taj Mahal*. An immense mausoleum of white marble built between 1631 and 1648 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife, the Taj Mahal is the crown jewel of Muslim art in India and across the world. Set in a vast Mogul garden located on the right bank of the Yamuna River, this funerary monument combines elements and styles of Persian, Central Asian and Islamic architecture. After our sunrise experience at this artistic masterpiece, we return to our hotel for breakfast. Later we visit Agra Fort*. This powerful fortress of red sandstone encompasses, within its 2.5-km-long enclosure walls, the imperial city of the Mughal rulers. It comprises many fairy-tale palaces, audience halls and two very beautiful mosques.
Please Note: Taj Mahal remains closed on Friday for visitors
After breakfast we leave for Fatehpur Sikri*. Built during the second half of the 16th century by the Emperor Akbar, the City of Victory was the capital of the Mughal Empire for only some 10 years. The complex of monuments and temples, all in a uniform architectural style, includes one of the largest mosques in India, the Jama Masjid and the artistically designed mausoleum of the revered Sufi saint, Salim Chisty.
After visiting Fatehpur Sikri, we drive to Ranthambore, the former hunting ground of the Maharajas of Jaipur. Ranthambore National Park lies at the edge of a plateau and is bounded to the north by the Banas River and to the south by the Chambal River. There are several lakes in the park. It is named for the historic Ranthambore fortress, which lies within the national park. The rugged terrain and the dense deciduous forests are major features of this national park, which has among the largest and most diverse collection of wildlife species in India. On arrival we check in to our hotel. The remainder of the day is free. 
Ranthambore was established as the Sawai Madhopur Game Sanctuary in 1955 by the Government of India and was declared one of the Project Tiger reserves in 1973.Ranthambore is famous for the famous Royal Bengal Tigers and spotting the big cat in its natural habitat can be an experience. In the morning we take safari through the park. If we are lucky enough, we may be able to spot tigers in their natural environment.
In the afternoon we take a safari through the National Park. On our journey we might see various indigenous animals, such as tiger, nilgai, chausingha, chital, chinkara, wild boar, jungle cat, ratel, hyena, porcupine, the Rhesus Macaque and the black-faced Langur. About 150 bird species can be found here including migratory birds that arrive in winter.
This morning we take a Jeep Ride uphill to the intriguing Amber Palace, a distinguished example of 17th Century Rajput architecture. Located in a valley formed by a range of Aravallis known as Kalikho hills. The Palace and Fort are located on top of the hill with the city on slopes, and the valley protected by fort walls with four gates in the four cardinal directions. The construction of the fort began in 1592. It shows the evolution from the purely defensive fort settlements of the early medieval period to the palace fortress type of architecture typified in the 16th century. This palace fortress was never attacked or invaded. The fort comprises of number of gardens, courtyards and palatial spaces derived from Mughal architecture and are a distinguished example of 17th Century Rajput architecture. We return to Jaipur and experience the art of carpet weaving & block printing. Later we visit the majestic City Palace, which houses a rare collection of Indian art and the beautiful Hawa Mahal, the Palace of Winds, where the ladies of the royal harem used to watch the city from behind the intricately carved facade. We also visit the Jantar Mantar*, an astronomical observation site built in the early 18th century that includes a set of some 20 main fixed instruments designed for the observation of astronomical positions with the naked eye. It is an expression of the astronomical skills and cosmological concepts of the court of a scholarly prince at the end of the Mughal period. The evening is free to enjoy both shopping and the cultural experience in the bazaars. Jaipur is noted for its craftsmen, skilled in brass inlay, lacquer work and stone setting.
After breakfast we check out from the hotel and drive to Pushkar. It is a bewitching little town on the edge of the desert, with temples, bathing Ghats, onion domes and chalk-coloured buildings clustering around its holy lake, which is said to have appeared when Brahma dropped a lotus flower. It's an important pilgrimage centre and we shall see plenty of Sadhus. Pushkar has some temples, though few are as ancient as you might expect at such an important pilgrimage site, since many were destroyed by Aurangzeb and subsequently rebuilt. We visit the famous temple of Lord Brahma Temple, said to be one of the few temples in the world dedicated to this deity.
After breakfast we drive to Bundi. the town's medieval character. On arrival we visit Taragarh Fort and the palace. The Chitrashala in the palace has rooms covered with miniature paintings depicting scenes from the life of Lord Krishna and his consort Radha. Later we further drive to Bhainsrorgarh, dramatically perched over the shimmering Chambal river, on a steep slate ridge about 200 ft high, it welcomes you to experience a stay in this incredible fort! The atmosphere, views and personal service have enchanted many visitors since the fort opened to guests.
After breakfast we drive to Udaipur en-route visiting Chittaurgarh, India's largest fort and the ultimate symbol of Rajput chivalry and pride. The pride and glory of Rajasthan echoes with the tales of romance and valor unique to the Rajput tradition. A ruined citadel, where the royal past lives in its imposing forts, graceful palaces and spectacular chattris. We visit Chittaurgarh fort, Vijay stambh,(Victory Tower) Kirti stambh, (Tower of Fame) Rana Kumbha's Palace, and Padmini's Palace. On arrival we check in our hotel. Remainder of the day is free.
We start our experience of Udaipur by visiting the City Palace. The palace has several architectural and artistic highlights such as the Mor Chowk, known for its stunning peacock mosaics and the Bhim Vilas Palace with its series of lovely wall paintings. From the City Palace we can see the Lake Place, shimmering like a jewel in Lake Pichola. Later we visit the Jagdish Temple, Fateh Sagar Lake and Saheliyon Ki Bari, the Garden of Maids. We end our tour of Udaipur with a boat ride at Lake Pichola and visit Jag Mandir, a palace built on an island in 1551. The royal family used the palace as a summer resort and pleasure palace for holding parties.
We continue our journey through Rajasthan to Jodhpur. Its desert sun reflects on the whitewashed homes that carry a deep and beautiful indigo tinge, resulting in the nickname the Blue City. We visit Mehrangarh Fort which at a height of 400ft is one of the largest in the nation. The fort encompasses a series of courtyards and palaces with deep terracotta latticed work. Later we visit Jaswant Thada This milky - white marble memorial to Maharaja Jaswant Singh II is a peaceful array of whimsical domes, about 1 km from the fort.
After leisurely breakfast, we check out from hotel and drive to Jaisalmer. It stands on a ridge of yellowish sandstone, crowned by a fort, which contains the palace and several ornate Jain temples. Many of the houses and temples are finely sculptured. It lies in the heart of the Thar Desert. The remainder of the day is free.
We visit Jaisalmer Fort, one of the largest forts in the world. It was built in 1156 AD by the Bhati Rajput ruler Rawal Jaisal, from where it derives name. The fort stands proudly amidst the golden stretches of the great Thar Desert, on Trikuta Hill, and has been the scene of many battles. Its massive yellow sandstone walls are a tawny lion color during the day, fading to honey-gold as the sun sets, thereby camouflaging the fort in the yellow desert. For this reason, it is also known as the "Golden Fort". Life within the citadel conjures up images of medieval times as we wander through narrow lanes filled with havelis (mansions), temples, skilled artisans and of course camels. We then explore the Jain temple dating to the 11th century BC, the Folk Museum and Patwon-ki-Haveli, the home of a wealthy merchant belonging to powerful Oswal Jain community and banker who had over three hundred trading centres from Afghanistan to China. This ornate five-storey complex took fifty years to complete and is the largest, and most elaborate of Jaisalmer’s havelis. We also visit Gadisar Tank, a scenic rainwater lake with numerous beautiful shrines around and a spectacular avian variety. In the late afternoon we drive to Sam village in the Thar Desert. We ride on camels to the nearby sand dunes to enjoy the beautiful desert sunset.
In the morning after breakfast we drive to Bikaner and check in our hotel. In the afternoon we visit Junagarh Fort, built by Raja Rai Singh. Rai Singh had conquered part of Marwar and had been granted territory in Gujurat and Burhanpur by the Mughal emperor Akbar as a reward for his services as military commander. During his imperial service he travelled extensively, giving him an appreciation of art and architecture. These ideas have been incorporated meticulously into the architectural style of Junagarh Fort. Later we visit camel breeding farm set within the sand Dunes, the only farm of its kind in whole of Asia.
After breakfast we drive to Deshnoke to visit the famous Rat Temple dedicated to the Goddess Karni Mata. This ornate, isolated Hindu temple was constructed by Maharaja Ganga Singh in the early 1900s as a tribute to the rat goddess, Karni Mata. Intricate marble panels line the entrance and the floors, and silver and gold decorations are found throughout. But by far the most intriguing aspect of the interior are approximately 20,000 rats that call this temple home. These holy animals are called kabbas, and many people travel great distances to pay their respects. Later we drive to Mandawa, one of the finest of the small towns in the Shekhawati region. We explore Mandawa’s famous "The Open Air Art Gallery of Rajasthan", visiting havelis, where the walls have been decorated with beautiful frescos depicting different aspects of the life in Rajasthan. From here we continue our drive to Alsisar and check in at Alsisar Mahal.
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