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Day
01: Flight to India (New Delhi)
Arrival in Delhi before or after midnight.
The cosmopolitan city and capital New Delhi is the main gateway
for the travellers to India. Upon arrival, you will be met by
our
representative and transferred to the hotel.
Day
02: New Delhi
The whole day is at leisure.
Day
03: New Delhi - Shekhawati (about
260 km)
In the morning we leave New Delhi and
drive to Shekhawati region. Arrive in Shekhawati in the evening.
Shekhawati lies in the North East region of Rajasthan and is the
homeland of marwaris. The marwaris form one of the most
important merchant and business groups in India, they developed
their business acumen on the trade routes between Delhi and the
coast between India and Central Asia. The marwaris enjoyed
protections by Maharajas and many of them built grand havellis.
Day
04: Shekhawati - Bikaner (about 190 km)
In the morning we visit the grand havellis
of the Shekhawati area. The havellis are mansions, elaborately
and attractively decorated with a strong main entrance. The
walls are often covered with murals, local legends and religious
scenes from Hindu Mythology. After the visit of Shekhawati area
we proceed to Bikaner. After a short break in Bikaner we visit
the Junagarh Fort (1571-1611 AD) constructed of red sandstone
and marble with kiosks and balconies embellishing the structure
at intervals. This imposing fort and its palaces are an
unforgettable experience for us.
Day
05: Bikaner - Osian - Jaisalmer
(about 330 km)
Today we drive through the desert and
proceed for Jaisalmer via Osian. Osian is a great centre of
Hindu and Jain religions. The oldest temple here was constructed
in 1178 AD. We have a stop enroute at a village to observe the
traditional life of the villages in Rajasthan. We arrive in
Jaisalmer in the late evening.
Day
06: Jaisalmer
Sightseeing of the medieval city of
Jaisalmer. Jaisalmer's crenellated golden sandstone walls and
its narrow streets lined with exquisitely carved buildings makes
this city unique. Jaisalmer is famous for its carved havellis
(grand mansions). In medieval times, its prosperity was due to
its location on the main trade route linking India to Egypt,
Arabia, Africa and the West. Jaisalmer is a marvel of beautiful
culture and this city remains one of the most exotic cities not
only in Rajasthan but also in the whole of India. Some of the
visitors called this city "a living museum". We have a walk
through the old city and visit the Fort and the Jain temple. In
the afternoon we drive around 40 km. away from Jaisalmer to Sam
dunes where we enjoy the sunset and also have camel safari
before we drive back to Jaisalmer.
Day
07: Jaisalmer - Khuri - Jaisalmer
(about 40 km)
Today we will drive to Khuri. It is an
oasis village located in the sand dunes. We will have camel
safari in the sand dunes of Khuri. After having our camel safari
we will drive back to Jaisalmer. Evening free for leisure.
Day
08: Jaisalmer - Jodhpur (about 290 km)
Early morning drive to Jodhpur. The city
was once the capital of the princely state of Marwar (Land of
death). Jodhpur is the second largest city in Rajasthan. Jodhpur
is also known as the blue city as most of the houses of the old
city are painted blue. The old city is surrounded by a huge 10
km long wall, which has 101 bastions and seven gates. Jodhpur
lies on the once strategic Delhi-Gujarat trading route and the
marwaris get benefited from the passing traffic of opium, copper
and silk, which was traded to China. We will visit the
Mehrangarh Fort (majestic fort). Mehrangarh Fort was built on a
steep hill and is among the best in India with exquisitely
latticed windows in residential apartments within. We also visit
the Jaswant Thada, a royal cenotaph built in white marble. After
the sightseeing we have a walk through the Bazaars of Jodhpur.
Day
09: Jodhpur - Lathi
In the morning after breakfast drive to
Lathi. Lathi is a small village in the expanse of the Thar
Desert in Rajasthan. Enroute we visit Ramdeora temple near
Pokaran. Drive further to reach Lathi village the starting point
of Camel Safari. Arrive at Lathi in the afternoon.
Day
10: Lathi - Delasar (about 22 km)
In the morning after breakfast start Camel
Safari to reach Delasar. Arrive by evening at Delasar. Here we
will be introduced to the local villagers. Evening at leisure.
Day
11: Delasar - Mulana (about 11 km)
In the morning after breakfast ride on
camels to reach village Mulana. Arrive by the afternoon at
Mulana. Evening at leisure.
Day
12: Mulana - Zarat (about 32 km)
In the morning we again have camel safari
to Zarat. As we pass through the desert we find the sporadically
scattered desert flora and fauna. Reach Zarat by afternoon.
Evening at leisure.
Day
13: Zarat - Jodhpur
In the morning, after having our breakfast
we drive to Jodhpur. Evening at leisure.
Day
14: Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur (about 260 km)
In the morning, after having our breakfast
we drive to Udaipur. Today we drive to Udaipur. Enroute we will
visit Ranakpur. Ranakpur is known for its superbly carved marble
Jain Temples. An enormous basement of this temple covers 48,000
sq. feet. There are four subsidiary shrines, twenty four
pillared halls. The total number of columns is 1,444, all of
which are intricately carved, no two being alike. The Ranakpur
Jain Temples were built during the 15th century. We have a break
in Ranakpur before proceeding further for Udaipur. Udaipur is
called the romantic city of Rajasthan. A city built around
shimmering, clear, blue water lakes which reflect the green
hills of the Aravali ranges. Arrive in Udaipur in the evening.
In the
evening we have a Boat ride on the lake Pichola. The famous Lake
Palace of Udaipur was the summer residence of the former rulers.
The James bond Film Octopussy was shot here and made this palace
more known in the west.
Day
15: Udaipur
Today we visit Udaipur, also known as the
city of sunrise. We start our sightseeing with the visit of
Sahelion-Ki-Bari. This Garden of the Maids of Honour is well
laid out with extensive lawns and shady walks. After the visit
of Garden of Maids we visit a Museum of folk art. This museum
has a rich collection of Folk dresses, ornaments, puppets,
masks, dolls, folk musical instruments and paintings on display.
After a break we proceed to City palace, the biggest Palace in
India, where 4 generations of Maharajas added their
contribution, is so carefully planned and integrated with the
original buildings that it is difficult to believe that it was
not conceived as a whole. The museum of the palace includes the
beautiful peacock mosaic and miniature wall paintings of Indian
mythology. Today we have an opportunity to visit a traditional
painting school and see the famous miniature paintings done.
Day
16: Udaipur - New Delhi (by air)
In the morning, after having our breakfast
we drive to airport for the flight to New Delhi. Arrive in New
Delhi in the afternoon. The rest of the day at leisure.
Day 17: New Delhi
Around midnight flight to home
destination.
Our Services
Include:
Accommodation in double rooms on twin sharing basis with bath
and WC in the chosen category.
Rooms on the departure day.
American/continental Breakfast.
Camel Safari in Jaisalmer.
Boat Ride in Udaipur.
Services of qualified local guides (English speaking or
languages of your choice) at every place of sightseeing.
All Transfers and departures on arrival and departure by our representative.
All Transfers
and Sightseeing throughout the tour by an air-conditioned Car
with driver. For groups an individual air-
conditioned bus
(Except Standard Hotels) will be provided.
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