Grandeur of Rajasthan

Duration: 12 Nights/ 13 Days Places Covered: Delhi - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - kota - Ajmer - Pushkar - Jaipur - Delhi

DAY 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi airport/railway station by any convenient flight/train. Meet On arrival and transfer to hotel. After checking into hotel, briefing of your tour.
Overnight at hotel..

DAY 02: Delhi - Mandawa. - 265 Kms & 06-07 Hrs.
MIn the morning after early breakfast pick up from the hotel and drive to Mandawa. Upon arrival in Mandawa, check in at the Hotel. Evening take a walk to see the beautiful painted havelies and houses.
Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 03: Mandawa - Bikaner. 250 Kms & 05-06 Hrs.
Morning after early breakfast leave Mandawa and drive to Bikaner. Upon arrival in Bikaner, check in at the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing in Bikaner city, visit Fort & the Camel breading centre.
Overnight stay at hotel.

DAY 04: Bikaner - Jaisalmer. 300 Kms & 06-07 Hrs.
Morning after breakfast leave Bikaner, and drive to Jaisalmer, a fascinating city rising from the heart of the Thar Desert like a golden mirage. On arrival at Jaisalmer, check in to the hotel. Evening free for independent activities.
Overnight stay at the hotel

DAY 05 - Jaisalmer
Morning after breakfast proceed for the sightseeing of the Jaisalmer city visit Nathmalji-Ki-Haveli and Patwaon ki Haveli, three beautifully sculptured Jain temples built between the 12th and 13th Centuries; and five interconnected palaces. The fort is approached through four gateways - Akhaiya Pol, Ganesh Pol, Suraj Pol and Hawa Pol. Late afternoon drive to Khuri, which is about 45 Kms and upon arrival take camel ride in Desert to view the beautiful sunset. Later drive back to hotel.
Overnight stay in the hotel.

DAY 06: Jaisalmer - Jodhpur. 330 Kms & 06-07 Hrs.
Morning after breakfast leave Jaisalmer & drive to Jodhpur. Jodhpur is called the "Blue City" for the characteristic plea indigo color of its traditional homes, check in at the hotel. Rest of the day is free for independent activities.
Overnight stay at the hotel.

DAY 07- Jodhpur
Morning visit the majestic Mehrangarh Fort, built atop a 400 ft. promontory. Below the fort, visit the Jaswant Thada, a graceful marble cenotaph built 1899 for Mahrajaha Jaswant Singh II, and monuments to other Maharajahs of Jodhpur, After lunch visit Bishnoi Village. Evening free for independent activities.
Overnight stay at the hotel.

DAY 08: Jodhpur - Pushkar. 250 Kms & 05-06 Hrs.
Morning after breakfast at the hotel, check out from the hotel and drive to Pushkar. On arrival in Pushkar,check in at hotel. Afternoon visit the famous Lord Bramha Temple and the holy Pushkar lake. Evening free for independent activities.
Overnight stay at hotel.

DAY 09: Pushkar - Jaipur. 150 Kms & 03-04 Hrs.
Morning free in Pushkar. Later drive to the "Pink city" Jaipur. On arrival in Jaipur, check in at the hotel. Evening free for independent activities.
Overnight stay at hotel.

DAY 10: Jaipur
Morning visit the Amber Fort in the Aravali Hills, which is a super example of Rajput (Medieval Hindu) style architecture. A slow elephant ride (included) takes you to the top of the Fort, which houses several graceful buildings. Afternoon visit the City Palace. In the heart of the old city is the former royal residence built in a blend of the Rajasthani and Mughal styles, Hawa Mahal or Palace of Wind, Jantar Mantar.
Overnight stay at hotel.

DAY 11: Jaipur - Agra - 260 Kms & 05-06 Hrs.
MMorning after early breakfast at the hotel, drive to Agra. Enroute you visit Fatehpur Sikri, (Built during the second half of the 16th century by the Emperor Akbar, Fatehpur Sikri (the City of Victory) was the capital of the Mughal Empire for only some 10 years. Afterwards continue drive to Agra. Upon arrival in Agra, check in at the hotel. Rest of the day is free.
Overnight stay at hotel.

Note : Taj Mahal is closed on every Friday.

DAY 12: Agra - Delhi - 210 Kms & 04-05 Hrs.
Morning visit the Taj Mahal, at the time of sunrise {recommendable} : The Taj Mahal, built by an emperor in memory of his beloved queen. Construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1631, and is believed to have taken 18 years to complete, with over 20,000 craftsmen working around the clock. The design and construction is said to be that of the legendary architect, Ustad Ahamad Lahori. Legend has it that once construction was completed, Shah Jehan had Lahori's hands cut off, and blinded, so he would never be able to duplicate the structure. What makes the Taj Mahal unique is its perfect proportions, distinct femininity, medium of construction and ornamentation. Its marble exterior reflects rose and golden tints at sunrise and sunset, while it is dazzling white during the day. It is impossible to visualize the Taj Mahal in any surrounding others than its paradoxical garden. Paradise, in Islam, is visualized as a lush garden where running streams flow. When the Mughals brought this concept to India they elevated it to heights of incomparable artistry.

After visiting the Taj Mahal return back to hotel for late breakfast. After relax at the hotel proceed for the sightseeing of Agra city, visit Agra Fort, Itmad-Ud-Dola and the city. At the impressive Agra Fort you are taken through the chambers of this royal residence. As you drive through the city, witness the local life and bazaars (markets) and the hustle bustle of everyday India. Late afternoon drive back to Delhi on arrival in Delhi transfer to hotel.
Overnight stay at hotel.

DAY 13: Delhi - Departure
Early morning transfer to Delhi airport/railway station for your onwards journey.
End of services with happy memories.

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