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Duration : 14 Nights / 15 Days Destinations : Delhi - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Ajmer - Jaipur - Delhi
Day 01 : Delhi Arrive Delhi meeting on arrival and transfer to hotel. 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 Delhi : 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. Overnight at the Hotel.
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Day 03 : Delhi - Mandawa(265kms 7-8 hours) Leave Delhi for Mandawa by surface. In the afternoon enjoy sightseeing tour of: -Mandawa : A small town in the Shekawati region of Rajasthan with a unique medieval charm. The streets are lined with richly painted houses and each town is bustling with activity. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 04 : Mandawa - Bikaner (190kms 3-4 hours) Leave Mandawa for Bikaner by road. In the afternoon enjoy sightseeing tour of: -Bikaner : a desert fortified city on the ancient caravan routes that originated from Africa and West Asia. 32 Kms. from Bikaner is Deshnoke, famous for its Rat Temple (Karni Mata Temple). Overnight at the hotel.
Day 05 : Bikaner - Jaisalmer (330kms 6-7 hours) Leave Bikaner for Jaisalmer by surface. Rest of the day free for independent activities. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 06 : Jaisalmer In the morning enjoy sightseeing tour of: -Jaisalmer : the citadel city built in the 12th century is an architectural dream in yellow sandstone lying in the lonely silence of the Thar Desert. The Forts and palaces and several superbly carved Jain Temples in and around Jaisalmer are all reminiscent of a glorious history. In the afternoon visit : -Sam : 40 Kms from Jaisalmer are the silver gold sand duncs of Sam. A camel ride at sunset, as the sky is set on fire, and Rajasthani musicians paly haunting tunes, can be and unforgettable experience. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 07 : Jaisalmer - Jodhpur (300kms 6-7 hours) In the morning leave Jaisalmer for Jodhpur by road. Afternoon free for your independent activities. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 08 : Jodhpur In the morning enjoy sightseeing tour of: - -Jodhpur : The home of the Rathore rulers - the princely State of Rajasthan. A high 10 Kms. long stone wall protects the well-fortified city. Within, stands an imposing Fort on a low range of sandstone hills, about 125 mtrs. above the surrounding plains. Visit Mchrangarh 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. Afternoon free for your independent activities. Overnight at the Hotel.
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Day 09 : Jodhpur - Udaipur (200kms 7-8 hours) Leave Jodhpur in the morning for Udaipur by road and enroute visit: - -Ranakpur : famous for the quadruple Jain temple dedicated, like the temples at Mount Abu to Adinath. The whole structure has 80 domes and of 400 pillars. Continue your drive for Udaipur. Rest of the day free for independent activities. Overnight at the Hotel.
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Day 10 : Udaipur In the morning enjoy sightseeing tour of: -Udaipur City : Visit the City Palace Museum - grandeur and intricacy stroked all over in granite, marble and mosaic displayed in the sparkling white filigreed balconies and windows, ornate arches and cupolas atop magnificent octagonal towers, Jagdish Temple - built in 1651 AD. Also visit Sahelion Ki Bari- the spectacular garden displaying the unique life style of the royal ladies who once lived in the palaces. Afternoon at leisure. In the evening enjoy a most memorable boat ride with the reflections of the majestic Lake Palace Hotel at its best against the setting sun. Overnight at the Hotel.
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Day 11 : Udaipur - Ajmer (310 kms 7 hours) Leave Udaipur in the morning for Ajmer by road and enroute visit: Chittorgarh : home of the brave, 115 Kms east of Udaipur. The road to the citadel of Chittor Zig Zag steeply for a couple of Kms and passes through seven huge gates, each with watch towers and great iron spiked doors. The tower of victory is over 35 metres high and has nine storeys served by a winding staircase. It is covered from top to bottom with carvings, depicting the social life of the time. Continue your drive for Ajmer. Overnight at the Hotel.
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Day 12 : Ajmer - Jaipur (110 kms 3 hours) In the morning enjoy sightseeing tour of: -Ajmer City : Founded in the 11th century is the holy city of the Muslims. The Taragarh fort, Anna Sagar - an artificial lake, Akbar’s palace and the Durgah - Mausoleum of Khwaja Moinuddin-Chisti a Muslim holy man all combine to give the city its historical and religious importance. Continue your drive for Jaipur. Rest of the evening free for independent activities. Continue your drive for Ajmer. Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 13 : Jaipur Enjoy morning sightseeing tour of: - Amber Fort : 11 Kms. from Jaipur - a marvellous example of Rajput architecture with its terraces and ramparts reflected in the Mata Lake below. The ascent to the Fort is on gaily caparisoned elephants. The Fort interior has various royal halls decorated with intricate ivory work, exquisite wall paintings and tiny mirror chips, which create a tantalising reflection effect. In the afternoon sightseeing tour of: - Jaipur City : City Palace Museum - an imposing blend of traditional Rajasthani and Mughal Art. The museum is resplendent with its collection of robes of royal princes, carpets, and armoury of old weapons, miniature paintings portraying court scenes, battle scenes and processions, Jantar - Mantar (Observatory)- an accurate observatory built in 1726 AD; Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds)- a five storeyed wonder with a spectacular pyramidal facade and overhanging windows with latticed screens, domes and spires. Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 14 : Jaipur - Agra via Fatehpursikri (260 kms 6 hours) Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra ( 232 Kms. / 5 Hrs. ) Leave for Agra by road enroute visiting FATEHPUR SIKRI : A fascinating ghost town, lies a little beyond Agra the deserted Red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital. It was a veritable fairy tale city and its ruins are still in a pristine condition. It is not hard to imagine what the court life must have been like in the days of its grandeur. Set like a jewel in a courtyard of pink sandstone is the marble tomb of the Saint Salim Chisti, enclosed by delicately carved marble screens. Thereafter, continue towards Agra and check in to hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 15 : Agra Full day visit AGRA CITY : is the medieval city of the famous 17th century masterpiece Taj Mahal, which of course is the most splendid of all buildings - perhaps the most perfect architectural monument in the world. It was built in the memory of the beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal of one of the greatest kings Shah Jehan of the Mughal Empire - Agra is not only famous for Taj Mahal but the impressive Mughal Red Fort known as the Agra Fort. (Taj Mahal closed on Fridays) Overnight at the hotel.
Day16 : Agra - Delhi ( 203 Kms. / 4 Hrs. ) Morning at leisure for independent activities. Afternoon, depart for Delhi. Upon arrival transfer to International airport.
Day17: Delhi - Abroad Depart by homebound flight.
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