Golden Rajasthan Tours
Highlight
DELHI – Visit Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple, India Gate, Rajghat and Parliament House
VARANASI – Visit Sarnath Temple, Museum, Boat Ride, Aarti at Ganga Ghat, Ramnagar Fort, Durga Temple and Ashkir Sagar
AGRA – Visit the Famous Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri
JAIPUR – Visit Amber Fort, Palace of Winds, City Palace, Water Palace, Observatory, Birla Temple and Chokhi Dhani. Otional : City View from Nahargarh, Light and Sound show at Amber fort in evening and Optional : Can enjoy Elephantastic (a small Elephants village where you can feed them, paint them, bath them, bareback ride and can learn their languages)
JODHPUR – Visit Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Rai ka Bagh Palace, Ummaid Bhawan Palace, Ummaid Garden and local Markets
JAISALMER – Jaisalmer here visit Golden Fort, Jain Temples, Patwon ki Haveli, Ludrawa, Amar Sagar and Khuri Desert.
UDAIPUR – Visit City Palace, Saheliyon ki Bari, Jag Mandir, Boat Ride at Pichhola lake, and Puppet show in Baghore ki Haveli. Excursion to Ranakpur Jain Temple
RANAKPUR – Visit the majestic Ranakpur Jain Temple also known as Chaumukha Temple and Surya Temple
DAY 01: ARRIVE DELHI
Arrive Delhi Meet and assistance on arrival and transfer from airport to hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 02 : Delhi_ An Introdution Tour To Delhi
Full day sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi visiting Jama Masjid (the largest mosque in Asia), Red Fort (built between 1639-48 by the Shah Jahan, the creator of the Taj Mahal), the Rajghat (the cremation site of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi) and Qutab Minar (72m high), the most perfect of towers of the Persian world. The drive through New Delhi includes the Embassy area (Diplomatic Enclave), government buildings, India Gate, Raj Ghat & Gandhi Musuem , Connaught Place and past Safdarjang’s Tomb (1753 AD).
Day 03: Delhi-Varanasi (BY FLIGHT)
Morning flight to Varanasi, one of India’s holiest cities situated on the banks of the sacred River Ganga – Another name of Varanashi is Kashi also – the City of Kailashpati – the Lord Shiva . Check in for one night at the Taj Ganges/ palace on Ganges . Afternoon visit to Sarnath, where Lord Buddha preached his first sermon. Overnight at Hotel
Day 04 : Sightseeing Of Varanasi
Early morning visit to the Ghats to watch the ritual cleansing ceremonies and take a boat ride on the Ganges. After breakfast explore the city with its maze of narrow streets. Eveing Free for independent activities or seeing the the religious ceremonies ( aarties)at the temples of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
Day 05 : Varanasi – Agra ( BY OVERNIGHT TRAIN ) :
Full day sightseeing of Varanasi and Take a Train, Overnight in Train
Day 06 : Sightseeing Of Agra
Upon arrival Transfer to the Hotel . Morning and Evening visit to the Glorious Taj Mahal at the time for sunset, Then after breakfast visit to the imposing Agra Fort and Itimad-Ud-Daulah, otherwise known as the “Baby Taj” on the other side of the river. Afternoon drive to Akbar’s stunning tomb at Sikandra. Overnight at Agra.
Day 07 : Agra .
Morning visit to the imposing Agra Fort and Itimad-Ud-Daulah, otherwise known as the “Baby Taj” on the other side of the river. Afternoon drive to Akbar’s stunning tomb at Sikandra.
Day 08 : Agra- Jaipur (232 Kms- 5.30 Hours)
Morning visit Amber fort, pausing en route to see the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), which is really just an elaborate facade. Proceed on to one of Rajasthan’s greatest forts, Amber, where you will ascend to the fort on elephant back and visit the myriad of marble palaces. In the afternoon explore the city’s bazaars and visit the City Palace and the Jantar Mantar, the astronomical observatory. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 09 : Jaipur – Jodhpur (350 Kms/6-7 Hrs)
Morning after breakfast , Half day tour of Jaigarh and Nahargarh Forts. Jaigarh the Fort of Victory : western horizon of Amber is Jaigarh which was once closely guarded by the brave Mina Tribes. The story goes that traditionally, each newly installed ruler would be blind-folded and escorted by Minas to the Secret Treasure Vault and permitted to choose one object from the hoard for himself. See the awesome Jai Van, the world’s largest cannon on wheel, and the cannon foundry complete with moulds, kilns and implements. Its intricate water supply and storage system is considered a marvel of planning. Visit the Nahargarh Fort- The Tiger Fort: built in 1734, lies northwest of the City Palace and provides panoramic view of the city down below. It used to be the royal retreat for Maharanis and was a personal treasury also. Afternoon drive towards Jodhpur Upon arrival transfer to the Hotel . Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 : Jodhpur – Jaisalmer (330 Kms/6-7 Hrs)
Tour starts with a visit to the Mehrangarh Fort. The fort has a stunning collection of elephant howdahs, miniature paintings, and a huge tent made for the Mughals Proceed on to The Jaswant Thada. The site of royal crematorium, see the beautiful carved white marble cenotaphs of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II which is a stunning example of architecture. The next stop on your tour is Mandore Gardens- ancient capital of Marwar, marvel at Pillared “Hall of Heroes and the Shrine of the 300 million Gods”. Round off your tour with a visit to Sardar Market which leads to ornate Clock Tower, walk through narrow lanes dotted with tiny shops selling exquisite handicraft items locally manufactured. Afternoon drive towards Jaisalmer, upon arrival transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.Visit the Nahargarh Fort- The Tiger Fort: built in 1734, lies northwest of the City Palace and provides panoramic view of the city down below. It used to be the royal retreat for Maharanis and was a personal treasury also. Evening take a train to Jodhpur Upon arrival , Meeting and assiting at the Railway staion . and transfer to the Hotel .
Day 11 : Sightseeing Of Jaisalmer
Upon arrival Transfer to the Hotel . Later start for Half Day tour of Jaisalmer :Your tour of Jaisalmer starts with a visit to the Golden Fort built in 1156 A.D. by Rawal Jaisal and is situated on the 76 m high Triangular mound. Its houses the entire township within its rampart. Within the fort walls you will see a group of beautifully carved Jain temples dating back to 12-15 th century. Proceed on to see Gadisar lake, a rain fed lake and Folk museum, from there proceed on to see Jaisalmer most intricately carved havelies or mansions Patwon ki Haveli, Salim Singh ki Haveli and Diwan Nathmal ki Haveli and Badal Vilas Palace. Evening drive towards Khuri Village as it is 45 Kms away from the main city and you can enjoy camel ride at Sand Dunes at the time of sunset, dinner with folk music and dance . Overnight at the Hotel The next stop on your tour is Mandore Gardens- ancient capital of Marwar, marvel at Pillared “Hall of Heroes and the Shrine of the 300 million Gods”. Round off your tour with a visit to Sardar Market which leads to ornate Clock Tower, walk through narrow lanes dotted with tiny shops selling exquisite handicraft items locally manufactured. Eveing overnight Train to Jaisalmer .
Day 12 : Jaisalmer – Jodhpur ( By Car 330 Kms – 05-6 Hours )
After breakfast drive down to Jodhpur , upon arrival transfer to hotel. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 13 : Jodhpur – Udaipur (280 Kms/5 Hrs)
After breakfast drive towards Udaipur and en-route visit Ranakpur, upon arrival transfer to hotel Overnight at hotel. Ranakpur : 90 km from udaipur, one of the most important jain temples is also known as Chaumukha. It is dedicated to Adhinathji and was built in 15th Century. The central Temple Chamukha is a three storeyed structure, with 29 halls, 80 domes and 1,444 pillars and no two pillars are alike. Every pillar is most intricately carved, in fact every conceivable surface is carved with equal delicacy. The graceful settings of pillars the admixture of domes of different heights with flat ceilings, and the mode in which light is introduced, combine to produce a magical effect, and speak volumes about the architectural capabilities of the people of those days. There are four subsidiary shrines with 80 spires supported by 420 columns. The entire temple is encircled with corridor having Tirthankara images. A small shrine of lord Parsvanath in front of the main temple has a black image of the Tirthankara in the inner sanctum. There is also a surya temple dedicated to the sun god
Day 14: Sightseeing Of Udaipur
Morning after breakfast go for full day of sightseeing of Udaipur. Udaipur is possibly the most romantic city in Rajasthan. There would be no doubt as to why it is called “The Venice of East”. visit to the massive City Palace complex, the largest palace complex in Rajasthan. The main part of the palace is a museum with its collection of mosaic, miniatures etc. depicting the Rajput way of life proceed on to Jagdish temple located close to the City Palace, marvel at its imposing sculpted figures and heavily ornamented interiors. Drive on to the pratap Smarak, see the bronze statue of Rajput hero Maharana Pratap surrounded by some lovely landscaped gardens including a Japanese Rock Gardens. Next stop of your tour is Bhartiya Lok Kala Museum with its extensive collection of Rajasthani folk arts and crafts. The focal point of the museum is its collection of puppets. The last stop of your tour is the Sahelion ki Bari or Garden of the Maids of honour, marvel at its marble fountains and elephants. Round off your tour with a drive through the bustling bazaars. Overnight at the hotel .
Day 15 – Udaipur – Delhi ( By Air )
After Breakfast , Transfer to airport to connect flight to Delhi . Upon arrival in Delhi Transfer to International Airport to connect flight to abroad .
