RAJASTHAN FORT & PALACE TOUR

Destinations : Delhi - Mandawa - Bikaner -Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Mount Abu- Udaipur - Pushkar - Samode - Jaipur -Agra - Delhi

Duration: 16 Nights / 17 Days

Detail Itinerary

Day 01 : Arrival at Delhi
Arrive late night at New Delhi International airport and Transfer to Hotel, Over night stay in Hotel

Day 2 : Delhi
After Breakfast, pickup from Hotel and full day sightseeing for Old Delhi and New Delhi, start to Old Delhi visit to Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana - the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru, Jama Masjid and drive past Red Fort and Chandni Chowk. Afternoon visit Qutub Minar built by Qutub-ud-Din Aibek in 1199, Humayun's Tomb, India Gate (War Memorial Arch), Lakshminarayan Temple - a modern Hindu Temple. Also drive past President's House, Parliament House, Government Secretariat Buildings and Connaught Place shopping centre. Overnight stay in hotel .

Day 03. Delhi - Mandawa
After breakfast drive to Mandawa, on arrival check in hotels and then proceed for a city tour covering In and around Mandawa visit Mandawa fort, Chokhani Ladia and Saraf Havelis etc and over night stay at the hotel.

Day 04 : Mandawa - Bikaner
After breakfast drive to Bikaner (240 kms). check-in at your pre-booked hotel. Afternoon, you will take sightseeing tour of Bikaner. Overnight stay in hotel .

Day 05 : Bikaner - Jaisalmer
After breakfast drive to Jaisalmer. On arrival check in at hotel, and rest for the day.

Day 06 : Jaisalmer
After a relaxed breakfast proceed for full day sightseeing tour of The Golden City - Jaisalmer. It is in the heart of the Great Indian Desert. Its temple, fort and palaces are all built of yellow stone. The city is a mass of intricately carved buildings, facades and elaborate balconies. Visit theJaisalmer Fort - The oldest living Fort in the world Overnight stay in hotel .

Day 07 : Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - on the way Osiyan Temple
After Breakfast drive to Jodhpur and visit to Osiyan Temples:- A Temple Town, ¤ Jain Temples, The Sachiya Mata Temple, Surya Temples, Harihara Temples,  Pippala Devi Temple, ¤ Vishnu Temple. Overnight stay in hotel .

Jaisalmer Fort, nestled amid the golden sands of Thar Desert is steeped with rich past and heritage. Displaying the brilliant craftsmanship, Jaisalmer Fort is one of the most renowned forts in the world.

Desert Safari
In the midst of the soft golden sand, Jaisalmer evokes a vivid picture of sheer magic and the magical brilliance of the desert. Jaisalmer, known as the 'Golden City of Rajasthan' enjoys the glory of the majestic Jaisalmer Fort - a world renowned heritage site.

Gadisar Lake
Built in the 14th century, it was once the source of drinking water for the entire town of Bikaner. Now it has developed as a tourist spot with many temples and shrines surrounding the lake.

Day 08 : Jodhpur
After breakfast then proceed for a half day city tour visit sun city, Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jaswant Thada, Mehrangarh Fort and Mandore Garden. After lunch visit Vishnoi Village and Evening return back to the Hotel and over night stay at hotel.

Jodhpur tourist places and attractions include Historical places, Refreshing gardens, Ancient wish-fulfilling temples, Beautiful lakes, Ancient Castles, the Magnificent Fort, Royal Palaces, sandstone hills (Jodhpur is surrounded by sandstone hills) and most importantly for the amazing Thar Desert near it.

Umaid Bhawan Palace
Umaid Bhawan Palace is one of the world’s largest private residences. Taj Hotels manage a part of the palace.
It was named after Maharaja Umaid Singh, grandfather of the present Maharaja Gaj Singh II, this monument has 347 rooms and serves as the principal residence of the Jodhpur royal family.

Mehrangarh Fort
Mehrangarh Fort of Jodhpur is one of the largest and most popular forts in India. The fort is located at the centre of the city and appears to command Jodhpur. Every visit to Mehrangarh is as exciting as before.

Jaswant Thada
Jaswant Thada lies to the left of the Mehrangarh fort complex. It is a royal memorial made up of white marble and wonderful architecture piece of art.

Balsamand Lake and Garden
This lake is a popular picnic spot of Jodhpur. It was built in 1159 AD by Balak Rao Parihar. It was constructed as a water reservoir to provide water to Mandore, the then capital of Jodhpur.


Day 09 : Jodhpur- Mount Abu
After Breakfast drive to Mount Abu ( Mount About is Rajasthan's only hill station perched at an altitude of 1200metres). Visit the famous Delwara Jain temples and enjoy the exquisite carving of the temples dating back to the 11th century. evenings take a cruiser to a picturesque Nakki Lake and enjoy boating in the blue water also view sunset at the Sunset Point. Over night stay in hotel.

Day 10 : Mount Abu - Udaipur via Ranakpur
After Breakfast Drive to Udaipur En-route visit Famous Jain Temple of Ranakpur and drive to udaipur, check in the hotel. Overnight stay in hotel.

Day 11 : Udaipur Sightseeing
Today you will be undertaking a complete sightseeing tour of the city. Visit the 300-year-old Jagdish Temple, Your day trip to the city includes a visit to City Palace, the largest Palace museum of Rajasthan. Take a walk through the colorful Bapu Bazaar and enjoy shopping the delicate silver Jewelry and tie and dye fabrics for which the city is famous.

Towards sunset proceed to a cruise on Lake Pichola, and visit the Jag Mandir Palace amidst the lake, the picturesque beauty of the palace will take your breath away. Also visit Sahelion-ki-bari, luxuriate some time in this embellishing garden where royal ladies use to bask in the green lawns and blue waters. In afternoon visit Fatehsagar Lake. Overnight stay in Hotel.

Day 12 : Udaipur - Pushkar
After breakfast drive to Pushkar city. ( En-route visit Nagda Village Ekling Ji Shiva Temple ) Pushkar retains its sacredness, as Lord Brahma (the Creator) and Saraswati his wife fulfilled a ritual in the lake here. Brahma temple of the world and also socialize with the local life in the colorful bazaars. If it is the month of October/November then you are lucky to enjoy the world famous cattle fair of Pushkar. Towards the sunset visit the Pushkar Lake and 52 bathing "ghats" and numerous temples surrounding the lake, also enjoy the sunset view from the lake. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 13 : Pushkar- Samode
Drive to Samode Palace. The palace retains its erstwhile ambience and charm. Samode palace has now been converted into a heritage Hotel. Check in the Samode Palace Hotel.

Samode a small village near Jaipur is famous for its beautiful Samode Palace and garden. You will be wonder struck at the building structure of the exquisite Diwan-I-Khas, that still adorned with original paintings and mirror work. During the day, a camel ride through the Samode village and the adjoining countryside is a good idea. Camel ride in Rajasthan is the best way to relax on a sunny morning. Evening hold lot more in its treasures, the hotel organizes a musical evening of folk dances and songs performed by the local artisans. Over night at the hotel.

Day 14 : Samode - Jaipur Sightseeing
Morning proceed for Jaipur City, after reaching check in the hotel. and visit the impressive Amber Fort 10 km from Jaipur. At the foothill, mount on the elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate. The ride will lead you to the bygone era of Rajaput Kings. After lunch drive to the Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, City Palace and the in-house Museum. Walk along the bazaars of the "Pink City" and enjoy the colorful life of the city. You will be amazed at the sight of the men and the women folk dressed in the most colorful way, especially ladies adorned with heavy silver jewelry. Enjoy the typical Rajasthani Thali (food) with non-stop servings. Overnight stay in hotel.

Day 15 : Jaipur- Agra
After breakfast leave the pink city and drive back to Agra. En route visit Fatehpur Sikri . On arrival check in hotel. Overnight Stay in Hotel.

Day 16 : Agra- Delhi
Early Morning visit Taj Mahal for Sunrise and Back to Hotel, and breakfast visit Agra Fort. In afternoon drive to Delhi, en route visit Sikandra (Sikandra is Memorial of the Akbar) and evening check in New Delhi Hotel. Overnight Stay in Hotel

Day 17 : Delhi - Departure
After breakfast Full Day Delhi Sightseeing , Visit , Red Fort, Jama Masque , Rajghat ,India Gate , Louts Temple, Qutub Minar, President House , Parliament Building , Gandhi Memorial Hall, and Birla Mandir (Temple). and Evening Transfer to Airport.
 

The Above Cost Includes:

• Accommodation on double sharing basis

• Daily breakfast

• All applicable govt taxes

• Ac vehicle for all transfers & intercity travel

• English speaking guide during the city tour

• Elephant ride at Amber Fort, Jaipur

• All the arrival and departure transfer with company representative

• Complete transportation with an English speaking chauffer

• Driver Allowance

• Toll Taxes and Parking

• State taxes

All the currently applicable taxes

• The Above Cost Doesn't Includes:

• Monument fees

• Meals except then breakfast

• Tips, Laundry, Phone calls

• Any other expenses not mentioned above.