Overview
Rajasthan’s
forts are stand strong even today and speak of a glorious past. Their
architecture and beauty are truly marvelous, and the grandeur is known to
have made eyes sparkle, and heart skip a beat. As you wander through narrow
passages, and
run your fingers on curlicued carvings on the walls, you can feel the
kind of craftsmanship that well intro their construction.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive
Delhi, the capital city of India.
Day 02: Day
in Delhi
Day 03: Drive
to Mandawa, the open air art gallery of Rajasthan (260 Kms / 7 Hrs)
Day 04: Drive
to Kuchaman, a small town along the salt lake of Rajasthan (135 Kms / 3 Hrs)
Day 05: Drive
to Khimsar, a fort town on the sand dunes of Rajasthan (165 Kms / 3.5 Hrs)
Day 06: Drive
to Jaisalmer, the sand dunes paradise, (290 Kms / 6.5 Hrs)
Day 07: Day
in Jaisalmer
Day 08: Drive
to Jodhpur, the blue hued city of Rajasthan (290 Kms / 6.5 Hrs)
Day 09: Drive
to Rohet, a small village near Jodhpur (60 Kms / 1.5 Hrs)
Day 10: Drive
to Udaipur, the serene lake city of Rajasthan (220 Kms / 4.5 Hrs)
Day 11: Day
in Udaipur
Day 12: Excursion
to Chittaurgarh fort, the largest fort in India (115 Kms / 2 Hrs – One way)
Day 13: Departure
Day 01: Arrive
Delhi, the capital city of India.
Welcome at
airport. Upon arrival meet our
representative who’ll escort you to your pre-booked hotel. Check-in at the
hotel to relax in the cozy comfort of its room. Night stay at hotel.
Day 02: Day
in Delhi
Discover the
first city of your tour, pacing through Delhi, the city which is as historic as
modern, like two sides of the same coin. Enjoy Sightseeing tour of Old &
New Delhi, includes a visit to Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, Chandani
Chownk ‘silver street’, one of the largest trading centres of India.
Drive past
Red Fort, the place that marked the announcement of India’s freedom from the
British Raj, Raj Ghat, cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi, Qutab Minar, a fine
example of Indo-Islamic architecture and the worlds tallest minaret, Gurudwara
Bangla Sahib, the largest Sikh temple of Delhi, with a gold tomb, still in
active worship. Photo stop at India
Gate, the war memorial arch built in honour of the soldiers who died in the
second world war. Drive past President's House, Parliament House and other
Government Secretariat Buildings, the most imposing features of Lutyen’s Delhi.
Night stay at hotel.
Day 03: Drive
to Mandawa, the open air art gallery of Rajasthan (260 Kms / 7 Hrs)
Experience
rural Rajasthan, visiting Mandawa, a small town famous for its ornate havelis.
After an
early breakfast & checkout, drive to Mandawa, a quaint village in the heart
of Shekhawati region. The village of Mandawa has preserved some of the finest
examples of frescos and painted havelis in the region.
Upon arrival
check-in at your pre-booked hotel and later after wash and change discover
Mandawa, visit the beautiful havelis, to appreciate the art of the bygone era.
Night stay at hotel.
Day 04: Drive
to Kuchaman, a small town along the salt lake of Rajasthan (135 Kms / 3 Hrs)
Proceed
towards the first fort destination of your Tour, visiting the Kuchaman fort.
After
breakfast & checkout from the hotel drive to Kuchaman, a small town known
for its impressive fort palace now converted into a hotel. Upon arrival
check-in at hotel, later explore the Kuchaman fort. The Kuchaman fort is
a rare masterpiece of royal heritage. The Kuchamani artisans have stalls in the
Meena Bazaar within the fort complex, selling exquisitely made handicrafts. The
Fort also houses a museum of weapons and armour, beautiful miniature paintings,
murals and gilded work.
Day 05: Drive
to Khimsar, a fort town on the sand dunes of Rajasthan (165 Kms / 3.5 Hrs)
Explore the
arid desert of India on your Tour, visiting Khimsar a fort town situated amidst
the sand dunes of Rajasthan.
After breakfast & checkout from the hotel drive to Khimsar. Upon arrival,
check in at your hotel and freshen up. Later in the afternoon explore the
beautiful Khimsar fort in the Great Thar desert of Rajasthan.
Day 06: Drive
to Jaisalmer, the sand dunes paradise, popularly called ‘the golden city’ of
Rajasthan (290 Kms / 6.5 Hrs)
After an
early breakfast & checkout from the hotel, hot the road to proceed further
west on your Tour, to visit the golden city of Jaisalmer. En route visit the
magnificent Pokharan Fort.
Upon arrival
check in at your desert camp in the sand dunes of Jaisalmer. Rest of the
evening free at leisure in your desert camp. Night stay in Camp.
Day 07: Day
in Jaisalmer
Experience
the nomadic lifestyle in the sand dunes of Jaisalmer, on your Forts of
Rajasthan Tour.
Morning after breakfast drive to explore Jaisalmer City. Visiting The Jaisalmer
Fort, the second oldest fort of Rajasthan. The luxurious and splendid havelis
(mansions) in the old city. The exquisitely sculptured Jain Temples, which also
house an emerald icon of Mahavira.
In the
evening enjoy a sunset camel safari to the sand dunes of Sam, followed by
dinner with traditional cultural performance. Night stay in Camp.
Day 08: Drive
to Jodhpur, the blue hued city of Rajasthan (290 Kms / 6.5 Hrs)
Experience
the magnificence of your Tour, discovering Jodhpur, home to one of the largest
forts of India, the Mehrangarh Fort.
After breakfast & checkout from the hotel drive to Jodhpur, the blue hued
city of Rajasthan.
Upon arrival
check-in at hotel. Rest of the day free to explore the colourful markets of
Jodhpur on your own. Night stay at hotel.
Day 09: Drive
to Rohet, a small village near Jodhpur (60 Kms / 1.5 Hrs)
Proceed to
your next rural stop on your Tour, visiting Rohet, a small village near
Jodhpur.
Morning
after breakfast enjoy a city tour of Jodhpur, visiting The majestic Mehrangarh
Fort that has fine views over the city. Jaswant Thada, the white marble
memorial of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, The fascinating museum at Umaid Bhawan
Palace.
Later in the
afternoon drive to Rohet. Check-in at your hotel and freshen up. Enjoy a jeep
safari to Bishnoi villages, to get a feel for the local lifestyle of Rajasthani
villagers. Bishnoi’s are a village community of Rajasthan who are famous for
their cultural lifestyle and their love for nature and animals. You get an
opportunity to observe the village lifestyle and interact with villagers,
shepherds, farmers and weavers of the region. Night stay at hotel.
Day 10: Drive
to Udaipur, the serene lake city of Rajasthan (220 Kms / 4.5 Hrs)
Feel the
serenity of your Tour, with a visit to Udaipur, the lake city of Rajasthan.
This morning,
after breakfast & checkout, drive to Udaipur, a romantic city nestled in
the scenic valley of Aravali hills, surrounded by three lakes: Lake Pichola,
Fateh Sagar and Udai Sagar.
En route,
stop at Ranakpur, to visit the famous Jain temples, known for their grand
structures and exquisite sculptures. The main temple in the complex, Chaumukha
Temple (Four Faced Temple), has 29 halls supported by 1444 intricately carved
pillars, no two alike!
Upon arrival,
check-in at hotel. Rest of the day free at your own. Night stay at hotel.
Day 11: Day
in Udaipur
Morning
after breakfast enjoy a city tour of Udaipur, visiting the City Palace, one of
the largest palace complex in Rajasthan, which is now a museum, royal residence
and luxury hotel, Saheliyon-Ki-Bari, the beautiful garden of the maids of
honour. Jagdish Temple, showcasing fine examples of sculpted images and
ornamented interiors.
Later in the
evening one can enjoy a boat cruise at Lake Pichola (subject to water level),
viewing the sparkling white marble Lake Palace. Night stay at hotel.
Day 12: Excursion
to Chittaurgarh fort, the largest fort in India (115 Kms / 2 Hrs – One way)
Encounter
the historic marvel of your Forts of Rajathan Tour, discovering the massive
Chittaurgarh Fort in Mewar district of Rajasthan.
After
breakfast at hotel enjoy a full day excursion to Chittaurgarh fort, the largest
fort of India and the best in Rajasthan. The splendid Chittaurgarh fort is also
called the “Water Fort” because of the numerous water bodies in forms of lake,
ponds, step wells etc that lies inside the premises of the fort. Return to your
hotel in Udaipur for overnight stay.
Day 13: DEPARTURE
Bid goodbye
to India, as you reach the finale of your Tour.
This morning
you will be transferred to the airport, to catch your flight to Delhi / Mumbai
Note: This is just a suggested itinerary
indicative of what could be possible. We tailor holidays for your specific
needs. Contact us if you want modifications so that we could tailor a holiday
to suit your need for an unforgettable Holidays.
Inclusions/Exclusions
WHAT'S
INCLUDED:
- Accommodation on bed & breakfast basis based on double/twin occupancy.
- Excursions and touring as specified in itinerary, all on private basis.
- All airport and ground transportation on private basis.
- Driver allowance and all presently applicable taxes.
*Not included: gratuities, visas (if applicable), international or internal flights, meals and drinks not described, items of a personal nature.
