Exotic Rajasthan

Day 01: Arrive Delhi:

On arrival at Delhi, you are traditionally welcome by our representative and transfer to hotel by your Exclusive Car. In the hotel have a brief view of the tour from our representative. Overnight stay in Hotel

Day 02: Delhi

After enjoying the yummy breakfast, will leave for the sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi.Which Include Jama Masjid -- one of Asia's largest mosques, Red Fort- the magnificent and most swank fort built during the years 1638 - 1648 by the Moghul Empire, walk through the silver street of Chandni Chowk, Raj Ghat - the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi, Also and dual workship places like A massive temple - Akshar Dham, The Hindu temple - Birla Mandir, The Humayun's Tomb & Qutab Minar - a 73 m high victory tower and The Bahai Temple - shaped like a lotus flower and a proof of India's secularism. The India Gate -war memorial, The Rashtrapati Bhawan - President's House, Parliament House and Government Secretariat Buildings. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 03: Delhi / Mandawa (260kms):

After breakfast at the hotel will drive towards Mandawa at arrival check-in hotel and later we leave to see Mandawa - often called the "open air art gallery of Rajasthan" the city is brighten up for the high quality resuces. Have a look on the great and beautifully painted and curved havelis of the ancient and the famous silk route built in the 18th and 19th centuary by the rich merchants. Later take a heritage walk in this beautiful village and crab the experience of traditional lifestyle of the local people. Overnight in Hotel.

Day 04: Mandawa / Bikaner

After breakfast, drive towards Bikaner. On the way will visit Fatehpur Village which is acclaimed for the elegant havelis of the Shekhawati region. Reach Bikaner by afternoon later set off for the sight seen tour of Bikaner which will take you to the fortified 15th century Junagarh Fort reputed to have remained unconquered till date, the fort has a number of gates- Karan Pol (gate) provides access to the fort, next to it is Suraj Pol (sun gate Also visit the Camel Breeding Farm which carries out breeding and training of camels (closed on Sundays). In evening time you can visit Deshnoke Rat Temple. Overnight stay at your hotel in Bikaner.

Day 05: Bikaner / Jaisalmer (330kms):

After early breakfast, leave through the Thar Desert for Jaisalmer in between will visit Pokharan- the birth place of Akbar the Great (3rd Mughal Empror). Visiting the local market in the heart of the village and after taking lunch we move towards Jaisalmer. Arrive there by early evening. Have look at the Sun set view of this desert city which brings a uncanny moment. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 06: Jaisalmer:

Jaisalmer Sightseeing towards the Golden City - Jaisalmer comes up with beautiful Sonar Fort or the Golden fort, rises from the sand and merges with the golden hues of the desert ambience. Badal Niwas, Manak Chowk, Patwon Ki Haveli - one of the largest and most extensively carved Haveli with remnants of mirror work and paintings on the walls, Nathmal Ji Ki Haveli known for its unique miniature style paintings and mighty tuskers carved out of yellow sandstone stand guard to the haveli & Deewan Salim Singh Ki Haveli- Prime Minister's residence of 18th century. Visit the Gadisar lake then in evening enjoy the ride of camel carts safari for sunset onto Sam or Khuri Sand Dunes where you can enjoy dinner in mud huts listen to the folk tunes by the local artists and musicians. Overnight stay at hotel in Jaisalmer.

Day 07:Jaisalmer / Jodhpur (280 kms):

JodhpurEarly Morning depart to Jodhpur, en-route visit Mandore Gardens. Check into hotel. Post lunch seightseeing tour includes Mehrangarh fort - pride of Jodhpur, still stand high witnessing the battles fought. Museum inside the fort displays a rich collection of old royal palanquins, arms, paintings, costumes, etc. Fort has number of palaces - Moti Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Takht Vilas and Jhanki Mahal. On the way down from the fort, towards left is Jaswant Thada - intricately carved marble stone temple shaped cenotaph of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. Umaid Bhawan Palace or Chittar Palace - palace with no mortar bindings, only chiselled sandstone blocks are interlocked together. Evening is leisure or you can walk along the famous spice market and feel the flavours of indian spices. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 08: Jodhpur / Luni (35 kms):

LuniAn hour drive brings you to a charming village Luni that reflects the royal past of Rajasthan, located on the bed of river Luni. The artisans inhabiting the village are still pursuing their ancestral profession of fashioning metal, clay or wood into intricate forms, Fort Chanwa of Luni is an exceptional example of the master craftsmanship. The entire fortress is carved out of the famous red sandstone of Jodhpur and with its ornately carved lattice work friezes and intricate "Jharokas", it exquisitely captures the romance and grace of a bygone age. The fort is composed of a lyrical complex of courtyards towers, water, wheels, stables, passages and unexpected stairways to secret pavilions and panoramic roof tops spanning the village below and the Thar horizon beyond. The traditional paintings on the walls harmoniously reflect the skill of the master craftsmen and the bygone days. Overnighy stay at hotel.

Day 09: Luni / Udaipur (250km):

After breakfast drive to Udaipur. On the way visit Ranakpur, the city named after Rana Kumbha, known for its Jain temple. The four images of Adinath are enshrined in the main temple called 'Chamukh', having 29 halls and 1444 columns all with differently carved sculpturs. The complex also includes Sun Temple, Amba Mata Temple, Parsvanath and Neminath temples. Reach Udaipur in afternoon and check in hotel. Later, see the Sahelion ki Bari where Maharana Sangram Singh build this garden complex with fountains and lakes for his beautiful daughter. After that move around the narrow streets of Udaipur Rest of the time free for your leisure.

Day 10: Udaipur:

UdaipurAfter breakfast move out for the city tour of Udaipur visit the City Palace, a grand palace with beautiful architecture, the Jagdish Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, and the folk art museum with a colorful collection of puppets, musical instruments and paintings. In the evening you can wander through the city or take an boat ride on Lake Pichola and see the fabulous lake palaces of Udaipur, the Jag Mandir Palace and the Jag Niwas Palace now known as the Taj Lake Palace, where you can enjoy your dinner in a regal ambience. Return to your hotel to stay overnight.

Day 11: Udaipur / Chittorgarh / Bundi (233Kms):

ChittaurgarhAfter Breakfast drive to Bundi. On the way visit Chittaurgarh Built on a 180 metre high hill, the Chittaurgarh fort occupies 280 hectares and soars up to a height of 150 m. Later see the Rani Padmini Palace. Also see the Vijay Stambh - "Victory Tower" and Kirti Stambh. Then proceed to Bundi. On arrival check in hotel and rest of the day free for leisure. Overnight in Hotel.

Day 12: Bundi / Pushkar (190 Kms):

BundiMorning visit Bundi - The Taragarh fort this interesting fort, built in 1354, is approached by climbing a steep hill, to reach the gigantic gate. On the Bhim Burj, the biggest battlements, there are famous cannon. There are great views of the area from the walls. After that proceed to Pushkar. - Pushkar, the place where Lord Brahma (Creator of the Hindu Trinity) and Savitri (His Wife) perform "Yagnas". Here we visit Brahama Temple and Lake Pushkar, where devotees take holy bath in lake water. The legand says that the lake sprout on the place where the lotus petals fell on earth from the hands of Lord Brahma. Pushkar is popular for the Pushkar Fair or Camel Fair that held every year in the month of November. In evening enjoy the walk along the colourful and bustling local market.

Day 13: Pushkar / Jaipur (150 kms):

PushkarOn the way to Jaipur in Ajmer Visit Nasiya Golden Jain Temple, "Dargah Sharif" and Adhai Din Ka Jhopra. After that welcome to the capital city of Rajasthan which is also known as "Pink City". This afternoon, set off to see the City Palace --still the home of the former royalty H.H Bhawani Singh Ji of Jaipur housing an extensive collection of art, carpets and old weapons. Jantar Mantar Observatory - situated in the heart of the city where time has been accurately measured since the 17th century the largest and best preserved stone observatory, on the way back visit Birla Temple. Evening at leisure.

Day 14: Jaipur:

Jaipur,a full day sightseeing stopping to view the dramatic hilltop fortress at Amber - ascend the imposing fort on a painted elephant. We wander among glittering inlays and the Hall of Mirrors 'Sheesh Mahal'. Within the palace are Diwan-e-Aam the "Hall of Public Audience", Diwan-e-Khas the "Hall of Private Audience" and the Sukh Niws where a cool breeze blows, the Jai Mandir or the "Temple of Victory". Enroute visit Jal Mahal the"Water Palace" built in centre of Maota Lake which was a resting place of the kings. Hawa Mahal -- The Palace of Winds, the facade of which is all pink windows and filigree screens. After Lunch visit "Monkey Temple", Galta Sun Temple -- beautiful place sorrounded by mountains. Enjoy a Bollywood movie at "Rajmandir" the Second best Cinema in Asia.In the evening then enjoy dinner with folk dances and music by typical Rajasthani women in an Indian Restaurant.

Day 15: Jaipur / Fatehpur Sikri / Agra (232 Km):

Fatehpur Sikri After a morning at leisure we drive to the city of Taj, Agra, stopping enroute at ornithological reserve at Bharatpur - Keoladeo National Park. Post lunch tour of the Phantom city Fatehpur Sikri built by Akbar in the late 16th century, it was abandoned after only 14 years due to shortage of water. The entire city of Red sand stone (sand stone palaces and temples) is virtually intact and a site worth seeing is 54 m high main entrance. Jami Mosque, Buland Darwaza, Tomb of Shaikh Salim Chishti, Jodha Bai and Birbal's house are the other attractions. On reaching Agra, visit the imposing Agra Fort, built of red sandstone and marble is a hilltop citadel with fabulous courtyards, fountains and gates, where Shahjehan imprisoned by his own son Aurangzeb. Thereafter, evening is free to explore this vibrant colourful city and its local markets.