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Rajasthan Heritage Tour |
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Duration : 09Nights / 10 Days
Destinations : Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Pushkar -
Kishangrah
Day : 01 Arrival at Delhi
Company representatives
will receive you on arrival at the Indira Gandhi International
Airport in New Delhi. You will be guided to the hotel where a warm
welcome awaits you, you will be greeted by flower garlands followed
by a welcome drink and sweets (Mithai). A briefly introduction about
the Rajasthan Heritage Tour and the places it's going to cover will
be given also introduced to the city of glorious past-the Delhi.
Retreat to your hotel rooms for an over night stay.
Day : 02 Delhi Sightseeing
Morning after breakfast of your choice a sightseeing tour of Old
Delhi is organized, you will be driving in deluxe coaches fully A/C
to the Raj Ghat - a memorial where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated
surrounded by big lawns embellished with flowers; Jama Masjid - the
largest mosque in India and the Red Fort - built in red stone by
great emperor Shah Jhan. You will be definitely enthralled by the
colorful bazaars of Chandani Chok- once the shopping hub for the
royal ladies and can enjoy some delicious delicacies of the market.
After lunch excitement includes an extensive sightseeing tour of New
Delhi. You will visit to the Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub Minar, a
drive along the historical boulevard includes - Rajpath, the
imposing India Gate, Parliament House, the President's Residence.
You can enjoy shopping at Connaught Place- the center of Delhi or
from Palika Bazaars. Later in the evening there is a traditional
dance program organized for you in the commercial theatre-enjoy it
up to full extent. Dinner at hotel with over night stay.
Day : 03 Delhi - Agra (By Road 221 km/05 hrs)
After breakfast proceed to Agra. Akbar and Shah Jahan the 2 Mughal
czar transformed the little village of Agra into an appropriate
second capital of the Mughal Empire - giving it the name Dar-ul-Khilafat
(seat of the Emperor). Today Agra stands as a monumental city
comprising of some splendid edifices. Even modern Agra still
reflects its Mughal heritage most evidently.
Your day itinerary will start by visiting Taj- the 7th wonder of the
world. Taj Mahal is spiritual being a raison-de-etre for every
tourist's visit to Agra. You will be left spell bound at the vision
of this great magnum opus built by Shah Jahan, in memory to his
beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. You will wonder at the sight that the
great Taj took 22 years to be completed employing almost 20,000
workers. Don't forget to note the engraved carving that was once
embellished with precious stones and jewels, later taken away by the
British. Also enjoy battery van ride to the Taj Mahal.
Proceed for sightseeing to the Agra Fort - a huge monument ensconced
with many palaces, gardens, the picture perfect Pearl Mosque. You
will have a magnificent view of Taj Mahal from the fort, which is a
major tourist attraction. Later pay a visit to Itmadullah's Tomb
built by Empress Noor Jehan in memory of her father. The interiors
of the tomb are worth to pay attention, as they are considered
better than the Taj.
A walk down the narrow bustling streets of the city will introduce
the visitor to the wafting aroma of Mughlai cuisine. Enjoy shopping
at Agra. Overnight will be at Agra.
Day : 04 Agra - Jaipur (By Road 221 km/05 hrs)
After breakfast drive to
beautiful Pink City - Jaipur. En-route Fatehpur Sikri the deserted
city built in red sandstone. It a veritable fairytale city and its
"ruins" are in pristine condition ... also visits the Bulund Darwaza,
the largest gateway in the world. Fatehpur Sikri a must visit
destination.
By after noon you will be in the princely state of Rajasthan-
Jaipur. Check in at the hotel.
Popularly known as the Pink City because of the extensive use of the
locally abundant pink plastered stone, painted in honor of Queen
Victoria. Jaipur thrills the soul with its massive forts,
magnificent palaces, exquisite temples and lush gardens. Overnight
will be at Jaipur.
Day : 05 Jaipur
Sightseeing Tour
Morning after breakfast drive to Amber Palace perched on a hilltop
and enjoys the Elephant ride to the fort. From top of the fort you
can have a scenic view of the whole city of Jaipur.
After lunch continue city sightseeing tour of City Palace- housing
the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace
Museum. Jantar Mantar - it will give you much information about the
astronomical instruments that use to work in the by gone era. Hawa
Mahal- you will be bewitched viewing the ornamental facade of this
"Palace of Winds", with its fine trelliswork, elaborate balconies
with 953 niches and windows.
Evenings at your leisure- freak out in the colorful markets of
Jaipur or relax in your hotel with some recreational activities.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day : 06 Jaipur -
Jodhpur (By Road 280 km/06 hrs)
After breakfast proceed
to Jodhpur. Reach Jodhpur and check into hotel. Located at the
border of the Thar Desert the city was once the capital of the
Marwar State. The main attraction of the city Mehrangarh Fort looms
on the top of a rocky hill, at a height of 125m. In the afternoon
visit Mehrangarh Fort (1459 AD), it houses many miniature paintings
& cradle room followed by a visit to Jaswant Thada Memorial.
Overnight will be at Jodhpur.
Day : 07 Jodhpur -
Udaipur (By Road 250km/05hrs)
Morning drive to Udaipur. Visit Ranakpur en route Paying visit to
the famous Jain Temple, is the part of the itinerary. The unique
feature of the are its 200 unique pillars, none of which are alike
supporting its 29 halls embellished with intricate carving and
sculptures. Reach Udaipur and check in at hotel.
The city of Dawn,
Udaipur is a lovely land around the azure lake, hemmed in by the
lush hills of the Aravallis. Its fairy-tale palaces, shimmering blue
lakes, temples, gardens and narrow lanes strewn with stalls, carry
the flavor of a heroic past, epitomizing valor and chivalry. Their
reflection in the placid waters of the Lake Pichhola is an enticing
sight. Overnight will be at Udaipur.
Day : 08 Udaipur
Sightseeing Tour
After enjoying the
delicious Rajasthani cuisine proceed for your sightseeing tour of
Udaipur. Morning first destination will be the royal City Palace.
Here you will marvel at room's decor with mirrored walls and ivory
doors colored glass windows and inlaid marble balconies and the
Peacock Courtyard.
After lunch start your journey for Lake Pichola. Proceed for Evening
Motor launch cruise on the lake. From the boat you will be able to
view the city of Udaipur as it rises majestically above the lake in
the middle of the Rajasthan desert.
Next visit the Jag Mandir Palace
- the other island palace in the middle of the lake. Spend some time
at the Jag Mandir Palace. Visit the 300-year-old Jagdish Temple and
the Royal Cenotaphs of the Rajput kings. Overnight will be at
Udaipur.
Day : 09 Udaipur -
Pushkar (By Road 250km/05hrs)
Next morning start your cruiser for Pushkar after breakfast.
En-route Ajmer, pay your homage at the holy pilgrim of Muslims- the
Dargah Sharif Tomb of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, which
is equally worshiped by the Hindus and Muslims. After lunch proceed
to Pushkar. Check in at Pushkar Palace.
Visit the famous Brahma Temple the only temple dedicated to Lord
Brahma in the world. Blessed with cultural blends, it is the venue
for the famous Pushkar Fair, with people coming from all over Asia
to buy and sell cattle of breeds from across the world.
Visit the
Ghats as the city has beautiful 52 bathing Ghats and 500 temples
each having its own miraculous qualities and powers of healing and
with varied architectural styles. In the evening visit the Rose
Garden of Rajasthan famous for its rose essence, the Pushkar rose is
also exported to the world. Overnight at Pushkar.
Day : 10 : Pushkar -
Kishangrah - Delhi (By Road 352km/07
hrs)
Morning drive to
Kishangarh after breakfast. Kishangarh is on the National Highway 8
in the Center of Rajasthan, 100 Km South West of Jaipur.
It is
primarily known for its world famous Miniature Paintings and
Handicrafts and for the largest marble and granite cutting industry
in the Country. Other attractions of the city are the fort of
Kishangarh, Phool Mahal (Palace of the flowers) for the Maharaja's
of Kishangarh.
A private residence of the Royal Family of Kishangarh
opens for the discerning traveler. The Palace has lovely views of
centuries old "Gundalao Lake" - is a paradise to flamingoes,
pelicans, wild duck and the sarus (crane).
Lunch will be at Phool Mahal.
Start for Delhi and reach by evening.
You will be transfer to the airport for your home destination.
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