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Rajasthan Desert Tour
Duration : 11 Nights/12 Days
Destination covered : Delhi - Shekhawati - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Pushkar - Jaipur - Agra - Delhi
  Tour Highlights :
DELHI Red Fort, Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk,Connaught Palace, India Gate, President House, Humayun Tomb & Qutub Minar Optional Sound & Light Show at Red Fort
SHEKHAWATI Havelis (Mansion) of Goenka, Gori Shankar & Choudaharia with Frescoes, Baoris, Step wells,Temples
BIKANER Junagarh Fort,Musuem,Deshnok(Rat Temple),Havelis,Camel Breeding
JAISALMER Jaisalmer Fort , Jain Temple, Havelis of Patwan's,Nathmal Ji,Salim Singh ,Cenotaps,Gadisar & Camel Ride
JODHPUR Mehrangarh Fort & Jaswant Thada,Sadar Bazaar
ROHET Jeep Safari to Bishnoi village
RANAKPUR Jain Temple Complex
UDAIPUR City Palace, Sahelion Ki Bari, Jagdish Temple,Lok Kala Museum & Boat Ride at Lake Pichola Optional Sound & Light Show / Vintage Car collection
PUSHKAR Bhrama Temple,Holy Lake
JAIPUR Elephant ride to Amber Fort Palace , City Palace, Jantar Mantar (Observatory) & Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) Optional Cultural evening at Chokhi Dhani
ABHANERI India's deepest Step-well built in 8th century
FATEHPUR SIKRI Akbars Residential Palace, Mosque & Tomb of Salim Chisti
AGRA Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Akbar Tomb,Itmad Ud Dullah
ORCHHA Raj Mahal ,Jhangiri Mahal, Cenotaps & Temples
KHAJURAHO Ancient Hindu & Jain Erotic Temples
VARANASI Pooja Ceremony,Boat Ride,Sarnath Buddh Stupas
 
 
Day : 1   Arrive Delhi

Arrive by International flight, after traditional 'Swagat' (Welcome) our representative would assist you at airport & transfer to hotel for check in.

Delhi is a bustling metropolis, which successfully combines in its folds the ancient with modern. Its strategic location was the prime reasons why successive dynasties chose it as their seat of power. In fact, more mythological cities are believed to be here, like the city of Indraprastha from the Hindu epic Mahabharata, founded around 5000 BC. Numerous monuments were built over several centuries by different rulers like Qutub-ud-din Aibek, Alauddin Khilji, Tughlaks, Humayun & Shah Jahan, who built the Walled City Shah Jahanabad.

Later in first half of 20th century much of New Delhi was planned by Sir Edwin Lutyens, who laid out a grandiose central administrative area as a testament to British rule in India. The division in walled city & New Delhi also marks the division in life styles.

Overnight Hotel - Delhi

 

 
Day : 2   Delhi - Mandawa(280kms- 6hrs)

Today, we drive to Mandawa in the heart of the semi-arid Shekhawati region. Shekhawati owes its name to Rao Shekha who ruled this area in the 14th century. The Fort of Mandawa was built in the year 1755 by Thakur Nawal Singh, the founder of the town. These were the times when Mandawa was settled & fortified by the rich & dominant Silk Route merchants of the region, who constructed many Havelis (Mansions), Chhatris (Cenotaphs), Temples & Baolis (Step-wells) with ornate frescoes adorning their walls & now aptly given the epithet - Open-Air Gallery. With the migration of these merchant families, their old settlements remained in total obscurity with no one to look after them. Mandawa still retains the charm & aura of a bygone era & coming here is like stepping into a different world.

On arrival to Mandawa,we visit Gulab Rai Haveli built in the year 1870 that has some of the best murals in Shekhawati on both the exterior & interior walls with elephants & camels on its façade. Goenka Double Haveli, built in the year 1890, with monumental frescoes of elephants & horses decorating its façade. Bansidhar Newatia Haveli built in the year 1921 combines traditional frescoes of horses & elephants with those depicting a young boy using a phone plus opulent touring cars & the Wright Brothers' plane. If time permits we may visit more Havelis of the region & observe the colourful village life in Rajasthan

Overnight Hotel -Mandawa

 
Day : 3   Mandawa - Fatehpur - Bikaner (200kms-4hrs)

Today,after breakfast we proceed towards Bikaner enroute visit Fathpuer where we visit Havelis (Mansions), Chhatris (Cenotaphs), Temples & Baoris (Step-wells) with ornate frescoes by which observe the colourful village life in Rajasthan.
 
Later we drive to the princely state of Bikaner, founded by Rao Bikaji (1465-1504 AD) in the year 1488 AD. He was a Rajput prince, descendent of the founder of neighbouring Jodhpur. It lies in the north-western part of Rajasthan & has a stark beauty of the desert landscape with wide-spread sand dunes & thorny shrubs growing around. It is a royal city surrounded by a mammoth fortification wall, more than 5 km in circumference & about 5 to 9m high. Fort, Palaces & people with colourful traditional costumes are the chief attractions of the city. The Camel Breeding Farm in Bikaner is only one of its kinds in the whole Asia & so is the illustrious Camel Festival.

On arrival to Bikaner,in evening we srcolling in the heart of the city and visit more Havelis of the region & observe the colourful village life in Rajasthan,then we move down to hotel for night stay.

Overnight Hotel - Bikaner

 
Day : 4   Bikaner - Jaisalmer(330kms-6hrs)

Today in Bikaner we visit Junagarh Fort, built in the year 1593 AD by Raja Rai Singh (1571-1612 AD), the 6th ruler of Bikaner. The Fort is a formidable structure & largely remained unconquered during its eventful history. It houses number of beautiful Palaces, Temples & Pavilions, which are richly decorated The beautifully maintained rooms of Anup Mahal now display the treasures of the Royal family. The Fort Museum has an extensive collection of illuminated manuscripts, jewellery, jars, carpets, weapons, treaties, decorations & Farmans (King's Orders).

Later we drive to Jaisalmer, founded in the year 1156 by Bhatti Rajput ruler Rawal Jaisal. Often described as Golden City & rising from the heart of the Thar Desert like a golden mirage the commanding Fort etched in yellow sandstone, dominates the amber-hued city with its entire awesome splendour. Because of its strategic location it was an important ancient trading centre & camel caravans laden with precious spices & silk crossed the territory en-route India, Sindh, Arabia & Europe. The merchants of the 19th century built Havelis (Mansions) that are exquisitely carved from golden-yellow sandstone & are still in a beautiful condition. The life within the Fortified town conjures up images of medieval majesty visible in its narrow lanes strewn with magnificent palace, havelis, temples, & of course skilled artisans & ubiquitous camels.

Overnight Hotel - Jaisalmer

 

 
Day : 5   Jaisalmer

Today we visit the old town of Jaisalmer & visit Jaisalmer Fort, built in the year 1156 by Rawal Jaisal. Perched on 80m high hill, housing the entire township within its ramparts, the golden hued Fort is standing like a sentinel in the bleak desert landscape. It is the only "Living Fort" in India & within its ramparts has an enchanting cow-web of narrow lanes dotted with some lovely Havelis (Mansions), Palaces & beautifully sculptured Jain Temples of the 12th-15th century AD & of course skilled artisans & ubiquitous camels.

We also visit magnificent Haveli of Patwon   in the heart of the town. It was built by the rich merchant Guman Chand Patwa & his sons, whose business stretched between Afghanistan & China. Apart from that we also visit  Haveli of Salim Singh and Haveli of Nathmal Ji is virtually the showpiece of Jaisalmer's legendary architectural wealth. The carving on stone far surpasses in beauty the work on brocade & gold.Then we vist Gadsisar Lake,This tank outside the city walls, once held the town's water supply, and, befitting its importance in providing precious water to the inhabitants of this arid city, is surrounded by small temples and shrines. A wide variety of waterfowl flock here in winter. The tank was built by Maharaja Gadsi Singh, taking the advantage of a natural declivity that already retained some water.

Later we drive down 40 km away from Jaisalmer to Sam to take the Camel ride on the Sand Dunes while the sun is setting down.

Overnight Hotel - Jaisalmer

 

 
Day : 6   Jaisalmer - Jodhpur(290kms-5hrs)

Today we drive to Jodhpur, bustling desert city is the second largest city in Rajasthan & has landscape dominated by the massive Mehrangarh Fort topping a sheer rocky ridge.Rao Jodha, a chief of the Rathore clan, founded the city in the year 1459 & it is named after him. It was formerly the seat of a Princely state, also known as Marwar.

After lunch we take a guided tour of Jodhpur, visiting the Mehrangarh Fort (Majestic Fort), one of the most impressive & formidable structures anywhere in India. Built by Rao Jodha, this 5km long Fort is on a 125m high hill & has some magnificent palaces with marvellously carved panels latticed window. The Fort Museum houses an exquisite collection of palanquins, howdahs (Elephant saddles), royal cradles, miniatures paintings, musical instruments, costumes & furniture.

We also visit Jaswant Thada, a cluster of royal cenotaphs in white marble built in the year 1899 AD in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. Within the main cenotaph are the portraits of various Jodhpur rulers. It is an architectural landmark of Jodhpur.Then we visit Sadar Bazaar in the heart of the city,this market is one of the largest market of indian spices.Then we move down to hotel for overnight stay.


Overnight Hotel - Jodhpur

 

 
Day : 7   Jodhpur - Pushkar - Jaipur(350kms-8hrs)

Next day after breakfast drive down for Pushkar, which happens to be the holiest places according to the Hindus as it is considered that Lord Brahma (the Creator) and his wife Saraswati (the goddess of learning and music) performed a ritual in the lake.

Here we visit the only Brahma temple in the world ,holy lake before intermingling with the local colors in the local bazaar. Pushkar is also world famous for its cattle fair, which is held each year in the month of October/November.

Tw\hen we move towards Jaipur known as Pink City, the flamboyant & colourful capital of Rajasthan. With its rich & colourful past, resplendent with tales of valour & bravery, it is now one of the most important heritage cities in India. The city was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the ruler of Amber. It remains the only city in the world symbolizing the nine divisions of the universe, through nine rectangular sectors.

Overnight Hotel - Jaipur

 
Day : 8   Jaipur

Today we take an excursion to Amber Fort (11 km); the palace complex which stands to this date was commenced under the reign of Raja Man Singh. We take an Elephant ride to reach the Fort situated on the hill, an overwhelming experience.

where we visit the City Palace, a perfect blend of Rajasthani & Mughal architecture. The center of the palace is a seven-storied building called Chandra Palace, with fine views over the gardens & the city. Further we visit Jantar Mantar, the Solar Observatory, an astronomical treasure house, with solar devices that give accurate predictions till date. We now visit Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), a five-storied structure of pink sandstone. It was built in year 1799 so that veiled royal women could peer down unseen by the world through its 953 stone Jharokas (mini windows).

Overnight Hotel - Jaipur

 

 
Day : 9   Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (235kms-5hrs)

Today we drive to Agra, en route we will visit Fatehpur Sikri (Ghost Capital), the political capital of India's Mughal Empire under Akbar's reign, from 1571 until 1585, when it was abandoned, ostensibly due to lack of water.

Further we continue our drive to Agra, beautifully situated on the banks of river Yamuna. It achieved prominence as the capital of the Mughal Emperors from 1526 to 1648, remains major tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era monuments, most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri, all three of which are UNESCO World Heritage site.

Overnight Hotel- Agra


 
Day : 10   Agra

Today we visit Taj Mahal ( Taj closed on friday ) - symbol of eternal love, which stands on the banks of River Yamuna. It was built by the 5th Mughal emperor, Shah Jehan in the year 1631 in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It was completed in 22 years. Further we visit Agra Fort, taken over from the Lodhis by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the late 16th century. The Fort can be more accurately described as a walled palatial city. It was built from red sandstone, often inlaid with white marble & intricate decorations. We will also visit Sikandara, Akbar's tomb. His son Jahangir completed the construction of the tomb in the year 1613.Then we also visit It Mad Ud Ullah(Baby Taj), the tomb of Gayas Begh built by her daughter Noor Jhan in 1622-1628.

Overnight Hotel - Agra

 
Day : 11   Agra - Mathura - Delhi(205kms-5hrs)
En route Mathura

Today we drive back to Delhi, en route visit Mathura, places related with the birth & childhood of Lord Krishna. In Mathura we visit Shri Krishna Janmabhumi temple, a stone slab marks the original birth place of Krishna. In Vrindavan we visit Bankey Bihari Temple, built in the year 1864. Temple is famous for the black statue of Krishna, also called as Thakur Ji. The ISKCON Temple, one of the most beautiful temples in Vrindavan. Temple is devoted to Krishna, his brother Balaram & Krishna's beloved Radha.

Further we continue our drive to Delhi,on arrival we visit Humayun's Tomb, memorial of Mughal Emperor Humayun, built in the year 1562. The complex is a World Heritage Site & the first example of this type of Mughal architecture in India. Qutub Minar, built in the year 1206 by Qutub-ud-din Aybak. It is the tallest (72m) brick minaret in the world, an important example of Indo-Islamic Architecture. Qutub Minar & its monuments are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Overnight Hotel - Delhi

 
Day : 12   Delhi

Today we take a guided tour of Old Delhi, the 17th century walled city of Shah Jehanabad, Visiting the great Jama Masjid, the principal mosque of Old Delhi. Built in the year 1656 AD by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, it is the largest & best known mosque in India. Later we walk down through Chandi Chowk, the old marketplace of Shah Jahanabad now a picturesque bazaar to reach Red Fort, built in the year 1648 by Shah Jehan.

In New Delhi, we visit Raj Ghat, memorial to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. It is a simple black marble platform that marks the spot of his cremation on 31 January 1948. Further we drive past India Gate, memorial built in the year 1931 to commemorate the Indian soldiers who died in the World War I & the Afghan Wars. The names of the soldiers who died in these wars are inscribed on the walls.We also visit 
Connaught Place, built in 1931, is one of Delhi's most popular shopping centres. There is nothing that one cannot buy here. It also has several eating-houses. The state emporia buildings are also located in this area so are the head offices of major banks, airlines and other such things of importance to the tourist. The complex, popularly referred to as CP, is an important meeting point for all sections of people and is something. Even tourist don't miss it for nothing else then for its architecture and the humdrum of everyday .Later we visit President's House, the official residence of the President of India, built in 1931. Until 1950 it was known as Viceroy's House & served as the residence of the Governor-General of British India. 

After farewell dinner transfer to airport for onward destination.

Our tour concludes: Real Voyages thanks you for your patronage & look forward serve you again in near future.

Package includes:
· 11 Nights accommodation on twin sharing basis with Breakfast
· A/C transportation as per the itinerary (No transportation on leisure days).
· Local English speaking city guide.
· Elephant ride in Jaipur
· Camel ride in Jaisalmer

Package does not include:
· Any airfare or airport tax.
· Any camera fee (wherever Applicable)
· All presently applicable taxes.
· Any expense of personal nature such as hard/soft drinks, laundry, phone/fax calls, tips etc.
· Any other expense not mentioned in the "Package includes".

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