Historical Rajasthan Tour

Duration: 23 Nights / 24 Days
Destination: Delhi-Agra- Jaipur- Bundi- Bijaipur -Chittorgarh -Deogarh -Udaipur- Ghanerao- Rohet- Luni- Jodhpur- Jaisalmer - Manvaar- Khimsar – Nagaur- Bikaner-Mandawa-Delhi

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Day 01: Delhi
Delhi is a blend of historic past and vibrant present, Delhi the capital city of India typifies the soul of the country. Legend has it, Indraprastha was known earlier, founded by the Pandavas around 1200 BC. Several times mighty empires arose and fell here. Today, the city is curious blend of the modern and traditional sky scrappers, beautiful gardens, and wide tree lined avenues perpetuate the Mughul passion of landscaping and architectural excellence On arrival welcome and assistance by our Travel Trendz representative at the airport. Transfer to hotel. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 02: Delhi
After breakfast, enjoy a full day city tour of Old and New Delhi. Safdarjung's Tomb , Rashtrapati Bhawan , the residence of the President of India, Lotus Temple and India Gate - all magnificent structures that relate the story of Delhi along the centuries. Visit Red Fort comprising exquisite palaces reflecting Mughal architecture and Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India. Enjoy a rickshaw ride through the colorful and bustling Chandni Chowk bazaars. Also visit Rajghat, a memorial for Mahatma Gandhi, Humayun's Tomb, one of the city's finest historic sites, and Qutub Minar, a soaring, 239.5 ft high tower of victory dating back to 1199 AD. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 03: Delhi - Agra
After breakfast leave for Agra by road. En route visit Sikandra. Arrival and check in at the hotel. In the Afternoon sight sight-seeing of Taj Mahal. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 04: Agra
Morning after breakfast proceed for sightseeing of Agra visiting Agra Fort, Khas Mahal , Sheesh Mahal ( Mirror Palace ) and Deewan-e-Am (Hall of Public Audience). Also, visit the marble tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah built by Empress Noor Jehan for her father. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05: Agra-Jaipur
After breakfast drive to Jaipur- the fabled "Pink City" Enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri-perfectly preserved red sandstone "ghost town" which was the estranged capital of Mughal emperor Akbar, built in 1569 and was deserted when its water supply failed. Arrive Jaipur in evening & transfer to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 06: Jaipur
Morning: After breakfast, enjoy city tour. Visit Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace), a remarkable five storied building with semi octagonal and delicate honey combed sandstone windows. Through these windows, the palace women would discreetly observe the activities of the bustling bazaar below, without being seen themselves. Proceed to Amber Fort. Take an elephant ride up the Fort's ramparts. The Fort, originally built in the 16th century by Maharaja Man Singh encloses superb palaces and a beautiful temple in marble dedicated to goddess Kali. In the Evening: Visit City Palace Museum that contains elaborate costumes, magnificent armory and intricate carved weapons. Nearby is Jantar Mantar - Jai Singh's observatory - built in 1728. Overnight at hotel.

Day 07: Jaipur-Bundi
After breakfast drive to Bundi on arrival transfer to hotel. Later in the day visit Taragarh Fort built in 1354 A.D., Bundi Palace, Chhattar Mahal, Ratan Daulat, Chitrashala, Nawal Sagar lake, Raniji - ki - Baori (Step well), Sukh Mahal, Phool Sagar, and eighty four pillared cenotaph. Evening free to relax. Overnight at the hotel.

Day: 08 Bundi
After breakfast take an excursion tour to near tribal villages of Bundi, and visit Jait Sagar Lake, and Rameshwaram Cave, evening free to relax at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day: 09 Bundi - Bijapur
After breakfast in the morning checkout and drive to Bijaipur, enroute visiting the fort of Bijolia in Bijlai, on arrival transfer to hotel in Bijaipur. Later take jeep or horse safari to Menal water falls and tribal villages of Bijaipur.Overnight at the hotel.

Day 10: Bijaipur - Chittorgarh
Morning one can take horse safari again to the tribal villages, later after late breakfast checkout and drive to Chittaurgarh, on arrival transfer to hotel. Later in the afternoon visit Chittorgarh Fort (one of the finest Fort of Asia) evening free to relax at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 11: Chittorgarh - Deogarh
After breakfast checkout from the hotel and drive Deogarh, on arrival transfer to hotel. Enjoy the serenity and tranquility of Deogarh Mahal built in 17th Century in the country side of Rajsamand, visit RajsamandLake known for its migratory birds. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 12: Deogarh - Udaipur
After breakfast checkout and drive to Udaipur, on arrival transfer to hotel. Later visit the CityPalace, JagdishTemple, drive around FatehsagarLake, Sahelion ki Bari(Queen's resort for her friends) and Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir (Folk art museum). LakePichola, Gulab Bagh Overnight at Hotel.

Day 13: Udaipur - Ghanerao
After breakfast checkout and drive to Ghanerao, enroute visit the 15th century temple of Ranakpur, on arrival transfer to Ghanerao Royal castle, built of red stone in 1606. Enjoy horse safari around Ghanerao which falls under the wild life sanctuary of Kumbhalgarh. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 14: Ghanerao - Rohet
After breakfast in the morning drive to Rohetgarh, on arrival transfer to hotel, later in the day take horse safari to Bishnoi tribal villages. Evening free to relax. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 15: Rohet - Luni
After breakfast checkout from the hotel and drive to Luni, on arrival transfer to the Luni fort hotel, rest of the day free to enjoy horse safari in the surrounding villages of Bishnoi tribes.

Day 16: Luni - Jodhpur
After breakfast in the morning drive to Jodhpur, on arrival transfer to Hotel. Jodhpur is called the 'Blue City' for the characteristic place indigo color of its traditional homes.Vist the majestic Mehrangarh Fort , built stop 400 ft.promontory. Below the fort, visit the JaswantThadaFortMuseum, UmaidBhawanPalace. Overnight stay at the hotel.
 
Day 17: Jodhpur - Jaisalmer
Morning leave for Jaisalmer.On Arrival check in to the hotel. Rest day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 18: Jaisalmer
An important ancient trading centre because of its strategic location on the camel trade routes is often described as the 'golden city'. The havelis, built by merchants of the 19th century, are exquisitely carved from golden-yellow sandstone and are still in a beautiful condition Morning proceed for sightseeing of Palace, fort and Havelis. Afternoon excursion to Sam Sand Dunes for camel rides and enjoy the sun set in desert also visit. Jaisalmer Fort, Nathmal Ji Ki Haveli, Salim Singh Ki Haveli. Evening drive back to hotel Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 19: Jaisalmer - Manvaar
After breakfast checkout from the hotel and drive to Manvaar, on arrival transfer to desert resort of Manvaar, relax till evening, later ride to the campsite which lies under the sand dunes of Shergarh district (Highest dunes in the desert of Thar are found in this region). Enjoy the folk music & dances. Overnight in the Swiss tents.

Day 20: Manvaar - Khimsar
After breakfast checkout and drive to Khimsar - 90 Kms, on arrival transfer to Hotel. Rest of the day free to explore the fort and the surrounding semi desert of Khimsar. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 21: Khimsar - Nagaur
After breakfast checkout and drive to Nagaur - 70 Kms, on arrival transfer to Royal camps in Nagaur, enjoy desert safari till sunset. Overnight in the tents.

Day 22: Nagaur - Bikaner
After breakfast checkout and drive to Bikaner - 105 kms.On arrival transfer to hotel. Later in the day visit Junagarh Fort - Built around 1593 AD having 37 palaces, temples and pavilions within, it is one of its kind, Lall Garh Palace and Ganga Golden Jublee Museum . Overnight at hotel.

Day 23: Bikaner - Mandawa
After breakfast checkout and drive to Mandawa - 175 Kms, Check into the Hotel. Rest of the day visit the Shekhavati villages of Dundlod, Mandawa, etc. Mandawa was founded in 1755 by Thakur Nawal Singh and is still the home of his descendants. Mandawa houses a collection of armories, costumes of ancestors, canons from 1820, ancient coins, numismatic collection and many other interesting items preserved in a museum. The whole area of Shekhavati has beautiful frescoes, havelis & mansions and is called the open air gallery. Overnight at hotel.

Day 24: Mandawa-Delhi
After breakfast departure from Mandawa to Delhi. On Arrival at Delhi transfer to the airport to catch a flight to your destination.