Taj
Mahal With Rajasthan Tour
Places to Visit:
Delhi - Agra - Samode - Jaipur - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Osiyan
- Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur - Delhi
Duration: 15 Nights / 16 Days
Day 01 : Arrival Delhi Flight to Delhi, arrival late night.
Check into hotel for night.
Day 02 : Delhi Delhi, India.s capital is a perfect place to see a
blend of India.s new and old. Here you can take a rickshaw ride through the bustling
markets of Old Delhi, where you will also see Raj Ghat and Jama Mosque. Also visit
some of India.s magnificent structures such as Humayun.s Tomb,
Qutub Minar,
as well as the Government buildings.
Day 03 : Agra Drive
to Agra (200 kms, approx 4 hours).
On the way you will stop briefly at Sikandra,
where the tomb of Akbar the Great is located . Layers of history are peeled away
to reveal an amazing tapestry of life - of wars waged, of great architectural
magnificence and above all a testimony of the undying love of a king for his queen
in the magnificent monument . the Taj Mahal. Agra also boasts other monuments
such as the Agra Fort. Visit a marble factory where the most incredible pietra-dura
work can be seen.
Day 04 : Jaipur Drive to Jaipur (260 kms,
aprox. 5 hours)
Visit the Amer Fort, beautifully located on a hill just 11
kms from the city. You have the option of ascending the fort on elephant back.
Take a walk or rickshaw-ride through the old city and explore the colourful
and interesting lanes.
Day 05 : Jaipur Take a tour of this
colorful, historic city. See City Palace, the Palace of the Winds and the Jantar
Mantar observatory and be transported back to the world of Maharajas and their
lives. Go shopping for textiles, jewellery and local handicrafts in this "shoppers'
paradise", as the city is known.
Day 06 : Samode Drive
to Samode (40 kms, approx.1 hour)
Experience royal luxury and splendour at
the magnificent Samode Palace. Walk around the village of Samode and observe daily
life in a typical Rajasthani village.
Day 07 : Mandawa Drive
to Mandawa (130 kms, approx. 4 hours)
Walk around the town and visit the
beautiful painted havelis of the merchants, which bring back memories of past
wealth and glory. Enjoy the sights of colorful safas (headgear) of the local people,
their graceful dance and music, the ethnic traditional food, and legendary hospitality
- the experience is simply amazing.
Day
08 : Bikaner Drive to Bikaner (170 kms, approx. 4.5 hours).
On the
way see havelis in Nawalgarh and Sikar. Explore the rich cultural heritage of
Bikaner by visiting the opulent Junagarh Fort and the havelis in the old town.
Time permitting you can also visit the camel breeding farm here.
Day
09 : Jaisalmer Drive to Jaisalmer (333 kms, approx. 7.5 hours). On the
way stop at Pokhran for lunch. Evening check-in and relax at hotel.
Day
10 : Jaisalmer Take a tour of the "Golden City" of Jaisalmer
built around the massive living fort, visit the Gadisar Lake and the exquisitely
carved havelis in the narrow alleys of the old town. Experience the melancholy
romance of the desert by taking a camel ride into the sanddunes at sunset and
witness cultural performances by local folk artists.
Day 11 : Osiyan
An erstwhile trading center, Osiyan today is a desert oasis with 16 Brahamanical
and Jain temples, beautifully sculpted and designed, most of which have stood
ravages of time. The largest and the best preserved among them are the Mahavir
Jain temple dedicated to Mahavira, the last of the Jain Thirthankars . The place
is highlighted by its camel ride at the time of the sunset. Also visit nerby Bishnoi
villages to see the ways of these eco-friendly tribes people. View the desert
wild-life like bluebulls, gazelles and peacocks.
Day 12 : Jodhpur
Drive to Jodhpur (150 kms, approx. 4 hours). On the way you can visit
the Pali region. Jodhpur, the "Blue City", famous for its local arts
and crafts,
has the impressive Mehrangarh fort with an interesting museum.
Also visit the cenotaphs of the Maharajas at Jaswant Thada.Wander around the bell
tower in the old city and visit the local markets.
Day 13 : Ranakpur
Drive a short distance to Ranakpur (190 kms, approx. 4 hours).
Ranakpur,
a small town in the foothills of the Aravallis, has been made famous by its gorgeous
Jain temple built in white marble. Take a tour of the temple and be mesmerised
by its intricate carvings and architecture.Enjoy and relax in the beautiful palace
hotel.
Day 14 : Udaipur Make an excursion to the nearby
Kumbalgarh Fort. This massive and impressive structure on top of the hill will
surely take your breath away.
After this drive to Udaipur (90 kms, approx.
2.5 hours).
Enjoy a romantic boat ride on Lake Pichola and experience
the true beauty of this "City of Lakes".
Day
15 : Udaipur Take a tour of one of the most romantic cities in Rajasthan
and visit the grand City Palace, the Jagdish Temple and the royal garden, Saheliyon
ki Baadi. Wander through the narrow streets of the old town and visit the markets.
Udaipur is famous for its miniature painting schools. Visit one such school to
learn more about this. In the evening do not miss the Sound and Light show in
the City Palace.
Day 16 : Delhi Relax and enjoy your hotel
till departure by afternoon flight to Delhi. Arrival by evening in Delhi. Late
night transfer to international airport for your flight back home.
Day
17 : Delhi-Abroad International flight back home.
Goa
Extension Option: Day 16 : Goa Take a flight to Goa
via Mumbai. Arrival transfer to resort. Sun, sand and sea - swaying palm trees,
beautiful beaches, great seafood - relaxation,
water sports, Portuguese legacy,
local markets, temples and churches - indulge your senses and enjoy all this and
more in the tropical paradise that is GOA!
As per choice
Take a flight to Delhi. Late night transfer to international airport for your
flight back home.
Delhi-Abroad International flight back
home.
