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Rajasthan
Culture Tours
Duration : 16 Days |
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Major Attractions : Delhi- Agra-
Jaipur- Bikaner- Jaisalmer- Jodhpur-
Ranakpur- Udaipur- Kota- Pushkar-Delhi
Visit the land of contrasts - Rajasthan, the true picture
of India's multihued lifestyles and cultural heritage. The
principal destinations you could travel in this desert
state of India, include Jaipur, the capital city, known
for its monuments and beautiful handicrafts; Jaisalmer,
the celebrated city of exquisite stone carved havelis and
mansions; the blue city of Jodhpur and lake city that's
famous for its fairytale palaces – Udaipur. If you still
want more there's always the desert to explore!
Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi On arrival meeting and assistance at the
airport and transfer to hotel Vasant Continental Hotel
(5*). Overnight at hotel.
Day 02 : Delhi / Agra (200 km.)
After breakfast drive to Agra via sightseeing of Akbar’s
Tomb at Sikandra. Afternoon sightseeing of Taj Mahal,
Agra Fort & Itmad-Ud-Daula’s tomb. Dinner and Overnight
at hotel Jaypee Palace.
Day 03 : Agra / Jaipur (235 km.)
Drive to Jaipur after breakfast via sightseeing of
Fathepur Sikri Fort. Arrive Jaipur in the afternoon.
Evening see Rajasthani folk dance & Pupet Show. Dinner
and Overnight at Samode Haveli ( Heritage Hotel).
Day 04 : Jaipur
Full day sightseeing of Jaipur visit places Amber Fort
and climb fort on Elephant back, Jaigarh Fort, City
Palace, Museaum, Observatory and Palace of wind. Dinner
and Overnight at Samode Haveli (Heritage Hotel).
Day 05 : Jaipur / Khimsar (287 km.)
Drvive to Khimsar Fort – Khimsar offer a wide range of
experience. The battle scarred walls and turrest remind
on of the glorius past. Cnstruction began in 1523 AD,
the family moved in during the 18th century when a new
“Zenana” (ladies wing) was constructed. Thakur Onkar
Singh built a regal wing for himself in 1940s. Khimsar
fort ranks high amongst the premier classified heritage
hotels in India.
Overnight at Khimsar Fort.
Day 06 : Khimsar / Bikaner (150 km.)
Drive to Bikaner – This desert town in the north –west
of Rajasthan was founded in 1488 by Rao Bika, a
decendent of Rao Jodha of Jodhpur. The old city is
surrounded by a high crenellated wall. In the golden
days, the city of Bikaner figured prominently on the
great caravan trade routes. See places like Havelis and
Jain Temples, Camel Safari etc. Dinner & Overnight at
hotel Lallagarh Palace.
Day 07 : Bikaner / Jaisalmer (320 km.)
Drive to Bikaner – This desert town in the north –west
of Rajasthan was founded in 1488 by Rao Bika, a
decendent of Rao Jodha of Jodhpur. The old city is
surrounded by a high crenellated wall. In the golden
days, the city of Bikaner figured prominently on the
great caravan trade routes. See places like Havelis and
Jain Temples, Camel Safari etc. Dinner & Overnight at
hotel Lallagarh Palace.
Day 08 : Jaisalmer / Jodhpur (295 km.)
Drive to Jodhpur – Founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha, Jodhpur
is the second largest city in Rajasthan after Jaipur.
The world famous Mehrangarh Fort dominates the Skyline.
From its ramparts, one can see where the old city ends
and the new one begains. Its is fascinating wandering
around the old parts of the the city, browsing through
the antique shops or experiencing the ambienceof this
chaotic, bustling, sun-struck city of red sand stone.
Things to see in Jodhpur – Mehrangarh fort, Jodhpur
Museum, Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur city and markets,
Maha Temple, Bishnoi Viilages around Jodhpur. Dinner and
overnight at hotel Bal Samand Palace (heritage hotel).
Day 09 : Jodhpur
Full sightseeing of Jodhpur. Dinner & overnight at hotel
Bal Samand Palace (Heritage hotel).
Day 10 : Jodhpur / Ranakpur (160 km.)
Drive to Ranakapur – In Ranakapur temple complex, one of
the biggest and most important cluster of Jain Temples
in India. The Chaumukha Temple, or Four Faced Temple ,
is the main temple in the complex and dates back to the
15th century . Bulit in marble, the temple has 29 halls
supported by more than 1400 pillars, no two of which are
alike. Some other palces also to see like Kumbalgarh
Fort/Dam, Village Safari etc. Dinner and overnight at
hotel Maharani Bagh Orchard Retreat (A heritage hotel).
Day 11 :Ranakpur / Udaipur (90 km.)
Drive to Udaipur – Rajasthan is quite romantic as
Udaipur even though the state is replete with fantastic
hilltop fortress exotic fairy tale palaces and griping
legends of medival chivalry and herosim, Founded in 1566
by Maharaja Udai Singh. Places to see – Lake Phichola,
Jagdish Temple, City Palaces and museume, Saheliyon ki
bari. Dinner and overnight at hotel Karni Fort (heritage
hotel).

Day 12 :Udaipur
Full day sighteeing of Udaipur. Dinner and Overnight at
hotel Karni Fort(heritage hotel).
Day 13 :Udaipur / Kota (321 km.)
Drive to Kota – An army headquarter and Rajasthan’s
premier industrial centre, Kota is equally well known
for its Kota doria sarees and minature paintings that
often depict hunting scenes. There is an enchanting
palace on a little in the island in the middle of an
artifical lake. The fort and part of the palace complex
are open to the public. Places to see – City Palce ,
fort and museum. Dinner and Overnight at hotel Umed
Bhawan Palace ( Heritage hotel)
Day 14 :Kota / Pushkar (270 km.)
Drive to Ajmer / Pushkar. Afternoon visit the Tomb of
the Sufi Saint, Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, the Dargah
Sharif, The city was founded by the Chauhan ruler,
Aiaipal, during the 11th century and is dominated by the
Taragarh Fort built by Prithviraj Chauhan. In Pushkar,
visit the holy Lake and also the famous Brahma Temple.
Pushkar is one of the holiest places for Hindus. Dinner
and overnight at hotel Pushkar Palace or Mansingh Palace
( heritage hotel).
Day 15 :Pushkar / Delhi ( by Train )
Pushkar – After breakfast drive back to Delhi. On
arrival check-in at hotel. Free at leisure. Evening
sound and light show program at Red Fort. Overnight at
hotel.
Day 16 : Leave Delhi
Full day combined sightseeing of Old and New Delhi
visiting places like Red Fort, Jama Masjid (Mosque), Raj
Ghat, India Gate, Laxmi Naryan Temple, Qutab Minar (big
tower). Evening transfer to Intenrational airport to
catch flight for onward destination. (Tour End)
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Hotels To Be
Provided: |
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Delhi |
Vasant
Continental (5*) |
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Agra |
Jaypee Palace
(5*) |
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Jaipur |
Samode Haveli
(Heritage Hotel) |
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Khimsar |
Khimsar Fort
(Heritage Hotel) |
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Bikaner |
Lallgarh Palace
(Heritage Hotel) |
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Jaisalmere |
Naryan Niwas
Palace (Heritage Hotel) |
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Jodhpur |
Bal Samand Lake
Palace (Heritage Hotel) |
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Ranakapur |
Maharani Bagh
Orchard Retreat (Heritage Hotel) |
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Udaipur |
Karni Fort
(Heritage Hotel) |
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Kota |
Umed Bahwan
Palace (Heritage Hotel) |
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Pushkar |
Pushkar Palace
Or Mansigh Palace (Heritage Htl) |
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Delhi |
Siddhartha Hotel
(5*) |
The above price
includes followings :
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Hotel accmmodation for 15 nights and 16 days.
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One air-condition ambassdor car with drive throughout
the tour.
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One spot English or Spanish Guide in all places.
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All entrance tickets at different monuments, palaces,
museum mentioned in the itinerary.
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Elephant ride at amber fort.
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All applicable taxes on hotels and transport etc.
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Car is insured with the passenger.
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Any item in personal nature, like – laundry, liqour,
mineral water etc.
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Any video/still cemra fee at different places.
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Any item which is not included under inclusions heading
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