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"Rajasthan,
the "Land of Kings", is steeped
in romantic history, chivalry and valour. Formerly
known as Rajputana, it boasts some of the finest
fortress - palaces, built with sandstone quarried
from the land itself. In contrast to the pastel
shades of the desert landscape are the brightly
coloured costumes of its handsome people. With its
turbaned men and richly jeweled women, its crystal
lakes and island palaces, its quaint havelis and
villages, its fairs and festivals, Rajasthan constantly
beckons"
| Duration:
11 Nights / 12 Days
Places to Visit: Delhi - Mandawa -
Bikaner - Khimsar - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur -
Rohetgarh - Ranakpur - Udaipur - Jaipur -
Delhi |
DAY
01 Delhi - Mandawa (By Surface 225kms / 6hrs):
Morning proceed for Mandawa - the semi-desert area
of Shekhawati region is situated in the triangular
mass of land between Delhi, Jaipur and Bikaner.
This region famous for its painted havelis or mansions
with beautiful frescoes, it today termed as an open
air gallery of Rajasthan. There is no record of
a distinct school of painting in Shekhawati other
than the frescoes. History took this colourless
page and made Shekhawati blossom with frescoes.
On arrival check-in at the hotel, afternoon sightseeing
tour of Mandawa - founded in the mid 18th century,
Mandawa skyline today is dominated by an imposing
mirage like fort. A painted archway decorated with
Lord Krishna and his cowherds leads to the bazaar.
The terrace of castle Mandawa offers a panoramic
view of the town. Overnight stay.
Day 02: Mandawa - Bikaner
( By Surface 230kms / 6hrs)
Today we will drive for Bikaner, on arrival check-in
at the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Bikaner,
the royal fortified city with a timeless appeal.
Lying in the north of the desert state, the city
is dotted with many sand dunes. Visit Junagarh Fort
- built in 1593 AD by Raja Rai Singh, a General
in the army of Emperor Akbar, the fort is a formidable
structure encircled by a moat and has some beautiful
palaces within. These palaces, made in red sandstone
and marble, make a picturesque Lal Garh Palace -
the architectural masterpiece in red sand stone,
the palace was built by Maharaja Ganga Singh in
the memory of his former Maharaja Lal Singh. The
palace has beautiful latticework and filigree work.
Sprawling lawns with blooming bougainvillea and
dancing peacocks make it a not-to-be missed visual
treat. Overnight stay
Day 03: Bikaner - Khimser
(By Surface 150kms / 4hrs):
Khimsar: Khimsar also known as the Oasis of peace
is perched on the edge of the Great Thar Desert
in the heart of chaste India where lies a unique
16th century fort. Rao Karamsi - the eighth prince
of Rao Jodha - the founding Maharaja of Jodhpur
- successfully launched the royal dynasty at Khimsar.
This Fort architecture offers great diversity of
experiences. The battle scarred walls and turrets
remained one of the relics of its glorious past.
After breakfast proceed by surface for Khimsar,
en-route visit Deshnok - Karni Mata rat temple.
Legend has it that the more rats jump over you the
more you will be blessed and Nagaur Fort, on arrival
check-in at Khimsar Fort - its battle scarred walls
and turrets remind one of its glorious past. Today
the Khimsar Fort ranks high amongst the premier
heritage hotels of India, day to relax and enjoy
the hospitality of Khimsar Fort, overnight stay.
Day 04: Khimsar - Jaisalmer
( By Surface 325kms / 7hrs)
The morning takes you to Jaisalmer via Osian - an
oasis in the desert, a drive to this ancient township
takes one past undulating terrain, punctuated by
desert stretches and little hamlets, Osian has 15
beautifully sculpted Jain and Brahmanical temples,
on arrival check-in at the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 05: Jaisalmer
Day to explore Jaisalmer, rising from the Thar desert
like a golden mirage is the city of Jaisalmer. The
Fort - the golden hued fort is a sentinel to the
bleak desertscape from its 80 metre high perch on
the hill, housing the entire township within its
ramparts. Akhaiya Pol, Ganesh Pol, Suraj Pol and
Hava Pol. Gadisar Lake Havelis - some of the most
exotic mansions or havelis, all intricately latticed,
are strewn all over Jaisalmer - each with a different
facade. Patwon-ki-haveli - the most elaborate and
magnificent of all the Jaisalmer havelis. It has
exquisitely carved pillars and extensive corridors
and chambers. Salim Singh-ki-haveli - this 300 year
old haveli of Jaisalmer. In the evening visit Sam
Sand Dunes - (42 km) no trip to Jaisalmer is complete
without a trip to the most picturesque dunes of
Sam. The ripples on the wind-caressed dunes, that
create an enchanting mirage, are surely a delight
for a trigger-happy photographer. Various cultural
programmes are organised against the backdrop of
these fascinating sand dunes. Exciting camel safaris
allow you to get the real feel of the desert on
the camel back.Overnight stay.
Day 06: Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
(By Surface 330kms / 7hs)
In the morning transfer to Jodhpur and check-in
at the hotel. Afternoon visit Mehrangarh Fort -
the 5 km long majestic fort on a 125 meter high
hill is one of the most impressive and formidable
structures. Jaswant Thada - a cluster of royal cenotaphs
built in 1899 AD in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh
II. Within the main cenotaph are the portraits of
various Jodhpur rulers. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 07: Jodhpur - Rohetgarh
(By Surface 55kms / 1hr):
In the morning we drive to Rohetgarh on arrival
check-in at hotel Rohetgarh. Afternoon we get into
the waiting jeeps and proceed on a safari to Bishnoi
villages - stepped in history, this 450 years old
white turbaned tribe has a distinct way of life.
They are the world's first environmentalists preserving
the black buck, brought back from the verge of extinction.
Also visit the villages of craftsmen - potters,
weavers, and metal-ware. Overnight stay.
Day 08: Rohetgarh - Ranakpur
- Udaipur ( By Surface 200ms / 6hrs):
After breakfast proceed for Udaipur, en-route visiting
Ranakpur Jain temples - renowned for some marvelously
carved Jain temples in amber stone, Ranakpur is
one of the five holy places of the Jain community,
on arrival check-in at the hotel, overnight stay.
Day 09: Udaipur
Today we will explore Udaipur - the city of dawn.
Udaipur is a lovely land around the azure water
lakes, hemmed in by the lush hills of the Aravalis.
A vision in white drenched in romance and beauty.
Udaipur is a fascinating blend of sights, sounds
and experience - an inspiration for the imagination
of poets, painters and writers. Its kaleidoscope
of fairy-tale palaces, lakes, temples, gardens and
narrow lanes strewn with stalls, carry the flavour
of a heroic past, epitomizing valour and chivalry.
Their reflection in the placid waters of the lake
Pichola is an enticing sight. Visit City Palace,
Jagdish Temple, Sahelion-Ki-Bari, Bharatiya Lok
Kala Museum. Afternoon boat ride on lake Pichola
- two island palaces, Jag Mandir and Jag Niwas (Lake
Palace) on the lake are of breathtaking magnificence.
Overnight stay.
Day 10: Udaipur - Jaipur
(By Air / train)
After breakfast transfer to airport for flight to
Jaipur, on arrival check-in at the hotel. Afternoon
sightseeing tour of Pink City Jaipur, visit the
city Palace, a blend of Mughal and Rajasthani Architecture
is now a museum, containing all the paraphernalia
of Jaipur's princely past. Jai singh, notable astronomer,
built for himself the curious jantar mantar, an
observatory of immense brick and mortar instruments
of astonishing accuracy. Not far from the Jantar
Mantar, is the beautiful Hawa Mahal (palace of winds),
tall and pink, faced with delicate pierced stone,
it is not really a palace. The queens of Jaipur
and the royal ladies once used this decorative facade
to watch, unobserved, numerous festive processions
winding through the streets of their city. Overnight
stay.
Day 11: Jaipur
In the morning excursion to Amber Fort and enjoy
an elephant ride on the ramparts of the fort, for
six centuries the capital of the state. The pavilions
and courtyards of the palace ascend in successive
levels up the hill the Sheesh Mahal, or pavilion
of mirrors, the finest of its kind, is studded with
small mirrors which reflect flame in a thousand
flickering lights. Afternoon free for leisure /
shopping, overnight stay.
Day 12: Jaipur - Delhi
- Onward Destination (By Surface 245km / 6hrs)
After breakast proceed to Delhi. Arrive Delhi and
drop at international airport for your flight to
onward destination. |