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Colorful Rajasthan Tour
Delhi-Agra-Jaipur-Ranthambore-Kota-Chittaurgarh-Dungarpur-Udaipur-Bombay
( 13 nights / 14 days)
Arrive Delhi, meet and assist at the airport and
transfer to hotel. Night stay in Delhi.
After a leisurely breakfast proceed for sightseeing tour
of New Delhi where ornate buildings recall the days when
India was the Jewel in the crown of the British empire.
Visit the 11th century Qutab Minar, India Gate and the
grand government buildings, the President’s House,
Mahatama Gandhi Memorial, Also visit Laxmi Narayan
temple popularly known as Birla Temple. Night stay in
Delhi.
Early morning drive to the city of Taj- Agra , Arrive
Agra in approx. 4 hours & transfer to hotel. Afternoon
visit the Red fort - the rusty and majestic red-
sandstone fort of Agra stands on the banks of the river
Yamuna and the construction was started by Emperor Akbar
in 1566. At the Diwan-I-Am (hall of public audience),a
colonnaded hall of red-sandstone with a throne alcoveof
inlaid marble at the back,the Emperor heard public
petitions. At the Diwan-I-Khas (hall of private
audience) where marble pavilions with floral inlays lend
an ethereal ambience, the Emperor sat on his gem-studded
peacock Throne and met foreign ambassadors and rulers of
friendly kingdoms. Later at sunset visit the
magnificient Taj Mahal - one of the seven wonders of the
world surely the most extravagant expression of love
ever created. 20,000 men laboured for over 17 years to
build this memorial to Shah Jahan's beloved wife.
Evening free to explore the Agra’s rich heritage of
handicrafts in its markets. Night stay in Agra.
After breakfast drive to Jaipur- the fabled “pink
city”of the desert named after Jai Singh, the former
Maharaja of Jaipur. This is the only city in the world
symbolizing the nine divisions of the universe through
the nine rectangular sectors subdividing it. The palaces
and forts of the yesteryears, which were witnesses to
the royal processions and splendours are now living
monuments enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri-a perfectly
preserved red sandstone “ghost town” which was the
estranged capital of mughal emperor Akbar, built in 1569
and deserted when its water supply failed. Arrive Jaipur
in late evening & transfer to hotel. Night stay in
Jaipur.
After a leisurely breakfast, visit the majestic Amber
Fort, is one that cannot be easily described. Ride up on
Elephants to the former capital of the royals set
against the backdrop of the wooded hills. Later visit
the Palace of Winds also known as Hawa mahal, this
elaborate building, now little more than a façade, is
encrusted with delicate screen sand carved balconies
from which the royal ladies, confined to their quarters,
could sneak views of the outside world. Past, present
and future merge at Jai Singh's observatory, where time
has been accurately measured since the 17th century.
Evening enjoy dinner at Chokhi dani (an ethnic village
resort) where you will have an idea of the village life
of Rajasthan here you will also enjoy various
traditional Rajasthani dances, puppet show and various
other interesting activities. Night stay in Jaipur.
Morning walking tour of some interesting streets and
squares of the Pink City to catch glimpses of the
habitual patterns of its people, which even includes
attending heart-rending prayers at Sri Govind Devji
temple. Optional day tour to Sanganer town (for block
printing factories) or a lunch at Samode Palace. Sunset
view of Jaipur from the imposing Nahargarh fort. Night
stay in Jaipur.
Morning drive to Ranthambhore- famous for the wildlife
sanctuary which is said to have the India’s friendliest
Tigers and also considered to be the best place in the
world to photograph the tiger in its natural habitat.
Arrive Ranthambhore & transfer to hotel. Afternoon 3 hrs
Jungle safari in a Canter (a vehicle which is open on
the top) enjoy the game viewing in the national park.
Night stay in Ranthambhore.
Early morning Jungle safari in National Park, Later
drive to Kota & transfer to hotel . Afternoon Visit the
palace , museum & also visit the fort city Bundi. Night
stay in Kota.
After breakfast picturesque drive towards Chittaurgarh
visiting ancient carved temples of Menal on the way. The
route covers glimpses of unspoiled tribal life. Visit
the Chittaur fort - the symbol of Rajput chivalry, pride
and honor. Night stay in Chittaurgarh.
Morning drive to Dungarpur & transfer to the palace
still inhabited by the royal family- a rare opportunity
to be entertained by the royal family and closely see
the princely lifestyle. Day free for leisure. Night stay
in Dungarpur.
Visit the stunning interiors of Juna Mahal palace. Walk
around the town in free time. The place has largest
concentration of Bhil tribal population in Rajasthan.
Night stay in Dungarpur.
Morning drive towards Udaipur and visit Molela village
for its fine terracotta craft before finally checking
in. Later sightseeing tour of Udaipur covering City
Palace and Saheliyon ki Bari. Evening free to explore
the interesting labyrinths around Jagdish temple on your
own. Night stay in Udaipur.
Day free to relax in the hotel or excursion to Ranakpur
Jain temples or Eklingji / Nagda. Boat ride sightseeing
of Lake Pichhola at sunset. Night stay in Udaipur.
Morning transfer to board the flight for Bombay. Arrive
Bombay & transfer to hotel. Later half day tour of
Bombay . Late evening transfer to airport for onward
journey.
» 13 nights accomodation as per the itinerary with
breakfast.
» All Meals in Ranthambhore Except Luxury Category which
is with breakfast only.
» Surface travel by exclusive airconditioned car.
» All transfers , sightseeing , excursions as per the
itinerary.
» Local English speaking guides.
» Elephant ride in Jaipur (subject to availability) &
Jungle safari by Canter in Tiger park.
» Boat ride in Udaipur.
» All taxes, driver allowances, parking etc.
» Entrance fee to monuments.
» Any airfare.
» Tips, beverages, laundry etc.
» Any item not shown in cost Includes. |
