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Day 01: Delhi
Arrive Delhi. You are received and welcomed by our Tours representative at the airport & Transfer to hotel. He will present you the travel documents Rest of the day free for independent activities.
Day 02: Delhi-
Enjoy full day sightseeing tour of -:
New Delhi: designed and built by the British in the 1920's it's a city of wide boulevards impressive
Government buildings, green parks and gardens. First you will visit two monuments from Delhi's past
Humayun's Tomb and Qutab Minar. Then your drive takes you along the ceremonial avenue, Rajpath,
past the imposing India Gate and Parliament House.
Old Dehli: an ancient walled city. Here you will see Red Fort,
the most opulent Fort and Palace
of the Moghul Empire; Raj Ghat, the memorial site of the Mahatma Gandhi; Jama Masjid, the largest
mosque in India and Chandni Chowk, the bustling and colourful market of the old city.
Day 03: Delhi - Mandawa
Drive to Mandawa - situated in Shekhawati region, known as "Open air art gallery of Rajasthan"
covering towns such as - Nawalgarh - Dundlod - Mandawa. The Shekhawati region is famous for its
beautiful painted havelis (mansions), constructed by merchants of this region in 18th and 19th
centuries.
Day 04: Mandawa - Bikaner
Drive to Bikaner. In afternoon enjoy the sightseeing of Bikaner. Fortified city situated on the
ancient caravan route of Thar Desert. 32 Kms. From Bikaner is Deshnoke, famous for its Rat Temple.
(Karni Mata Temple)
Day 05: Bikaner - Jaisalmer
Drive to Jaisalmer, Driving through the Thar desert and arrive at Jaisalmer, one of the jewels
in India's crown also known as Golden city. Exquisite wood and sandstone buildings dot the town
and within Jaisalmer Fort are homes, hotels and shops hidden in ancient lane ways.
Day 06: Jaisalmer
Visiting the Jaisalmer Fort - The oldest living Fort in the world having astonishing Havelis
(Mansions) such as Salim Singh and Patwo ki haveli . In the afternoon, proceed to the Sam or Khuri village to experience Camel safari on sand dunes. View the sunset from the dunes, as the sky is set on fire. Return to the village for dinner amidst Desert Folk musicians playing desert symphony and folk dances
Day 07: Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
Drive to Jodhpur. Afternoon sight seeing of Jodhpur. Visit the Mehrangarh Fort founded in
1459 AD by Rao Jodha (after whom the city is named). The Fort is intricately adorned with
long carved panels and latticed windows of exquisite designs in red sandstone. Also visit
Jaswant Thada- an imposing white marble cenotaph built to commemorate the acts of bravery and
generosity of the rulers in 19th century
Day 08: Jodhpur - Udaipur
Drive to Udaipur. Afternoon free to take a walking tour on your own through the narrow lanes and
back streets of Udaipur up to the Washing Ghats at the lake Pichola. Visit one of the fine
downtown restaurants for an optional dinner.
Day 09: Udaipur
Morning sightseeing of Udaipur visiting The City Palace and Museum is considered as the largest
palace complex in Rajasthan. Pratap Memorial has the bronze statue of Maharana Pratap, the legendary
warrior king of Udaipur. Jagdish Temple which was built in 1651 AD. Saheliyon Ki Bari is a small
ornamental garden. Late afternoon enjoy boat-ride on Lake Pichola visiting many Ghats (banks)
of washing, bathing etc and enjoy excellent views of the Lake Palace and City Palace.
Day 10 : Udaipur – Kota via Chittore
Drive to Kota via Chittorgarh the most romantic name in Rajasthan, where the famous Rajput
beauty Rani Padmini en-amoured the Sultan of Delhi, Alauddin Khilji, upon seeing her reflection
on a mirror. Visit the Chittorgarh Fort believed to have been built by the Mauryan rulers in the
7th century AD. Arrive at Kota - a fascinating mixture of medieval grandeur and modern
industrialization - an impressive fort stands like a sentinel over the present day Chambal Valley
Project with its many dams, while an old palace of the Hada Rajputs overlooks the turbulent
Chambal River.
Day 11: Kota - Jaipur
Drive to Jaipur. Enroute visit Bundi Fortress of medieval times standing sentinel to the city.
Bundi is famous for its intricate paintings and murals. Arrive Jaipur check into the hotel.
Over night at hotel.
Day 12: Jaipur
Morning excursion to Amber Fort, situated outside the walled city, is perhaps the most beautiful
example of Rajasthani forts. You can have the unique experience of riding on elephant back to and
from the top of the hill on which the fort is situated. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Jaipur
including, City Palace in the heart of Jaipur known for its blend of Rajasthani and Mughal
architecture. Not far away is the Central Museum with its large collection of woodwork. Another
monument near the City Palace, Jantar Mantar, is the largest of the five observatories built by
Sawai Jai Singh-I, the founder ruler of Jaipur. Stop at Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds, a
seven storied facade and one of the most picturesque monuments constructed for the royal
ladies to watch the royal processions without being seen.
Day 13: Jaipur - Agra via Fatehpur Sikari
Drive to Agra, Enroute visiting the deserted town of Fatehpur Sikri, the red sandstone city of
yesteryears. In the afternoon reach Agra and check in at your hotel. Later proceed for the city
sightseeing tour visiting The Taj Mahal, which is entirely made of white marble and its walls are
decorated with exquisite pietra dura (stone inlay) work.
Day 14: Agra - Delhi
Morning free. Afternoon drive to Delhi. Arrive Delhi and proceed to airport to connect your
flight for onward destination
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