This king-size tour of the state of
Rajasthan, along with the sightseeing tours of Agra and Delhi, takes you to
those places where you can have a look at the multi-hued aspects of India.
The charm of the rural lifestyle in Rajasthan is sure to touch and move your
hearts. Fairs and festivals, unique lifestyle, vibrant culture and splendid
sights will leave you enthralled forever. Feel at home as the travel manager
of the GoIndiaTrip is with you all along to take care of all your
needs.
Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
Arrive in Delhi. The company's representative gives you a traditional
'Swagat' or Welcome. The travel manager assists you at the airport and
escorts you to the hotel. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 02 : Delhi
Breakfast
at the Coffee shop. Rest of the morning at leisure. Your travel guide takes
on a guided tour of Delhi, beginning with a morning sightseeing trip to Old
Delhi and followed by visits to the 1648 Red Fort, India's largest mosque -
Jama Masjid and Gandhi Memorial at Raj Ghat. Afternoon tour includes visits
to India Gate, President's House, Humayun's Tomb, and Lotus Temple.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 03 : Delhi - Shekhawati (about 270 km)
Our travel guide accompanies you on a morning-visit of the Qutub Minar,
which is 71 meter high and consists of five stories. In 1199 work began on
this tower which was intended to be the most glorious tower of victory in
the world. This tower was damaged twice and repaired in 1326 and 1368. After
the sightseeing of Delhi, your guide drives you to the Shekhawati region.
Arrival in Shekhawati late evening.
Day 04 : Shekhawati - Bikaner (about 190 km)
With the company's manager accompanying you all along, pay a morning visit
to the grand Havelis (Grand mansions) of the Shekhawati area. Shekhawati is
located in the northeastern Rajasthan. It is the homeland of the 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. Marwaris enjoyed
protections by Maharajas and many of them built grand Havelis. The walls are
often covered with murals, local legends and religious scenes from Hindu
mythology. After the visit of Shekhawati area, proceed to Bikaner with your
guide. After a short break in Bikaner, visit the Junagarh Fort (1571-1611
AD), constructed of red sandstone and marble with kiosks and balconies
embellishing the structure at intervals.
Day 05 : Bikaner - Osian - Jaisalmer (about 330 km)
With the travel guide, drive through the desert and proceed towards
Jaisalmer via Osian. Osian is a sacred centre of the Hindus and the Jains.
The oldest Temple here was constructed in 1178 AD. Very often one can see
along the road to Jaisalmer some of the antelopes of this region. Blackbuck
and fast running Chinkara are the most common among them. The guide
accompanies you to a village to observe the rural splendours of Rajasthan.
Arrive in Jaisalmer late evening.
Day
06 : Jaisalmer
The company's representative takes you on a 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. The city is famous for its carved Havelis (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 remains one of the most exotic city not only
in Rajasthan but in the whole of India. Some of the visitors called this
city "a living museum". Our travel representative accompanies you
on a walk through the old city to visit the Fort and the Jain temple. In the
afternoon, escorted by the guide, drive around 40 km. away from Jaisalmer to
Sam dunes. Enjoy the sunset before, the travel guide takes you back to
Jaisalmer.
Day 07 : Jaisalmer - Jodhpur (about 290 km)
The travel guide of GoIndiaTrip takes you on an early morning drive
to Jodhpur. The city was once the capital of the princely state of Marwar.
Jodhpur, the second largest city in Rajasthan, 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.
Accompanied by our representative, visit the Mehrangarh Fort, built on a
steep hill and is among the best in India with exquisitely latticed windows
in residential apartments within. Also visit the Jaswant Thada, a royal
cenotaph built in white marble. After the sightseeing, your guide takes you
on a walk through the bazaars of Jodhpur.
Day 08 : Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur (about 260 km)
With our travel manager drive to Udaipur. Enroute visit Ranakpur. It is
known for its superbly carved marble Jain Temples. An enormous basement of
this temple covers 48,000 sq. ft. 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. 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.
Day 09 : Udaipur
The company's representative accompanies you an a visit to Udaipur, also
known as the city of sunrise. Begin sightseeing with a visit to the
Sahelion-Ki-Bari. This Garden of the Maids of Honour is well laid out with
extensive lawns and shady walks. Later the travel guide takes you to visit a
Museum of folk art. The museum has a rich collection of Folk dresses,
ornaments, puppets, masks, dolls, folk musical instruments and paintings on
display. After a break, proceed to visit the city palace, the biggest Palace
in India, where four generations of Maharajas added their contribution. The
museum within the palace showcases the beautiful peacock mosaic and
miniature wall paintings of Indian mythology. Also visit the traditional
painting school and see the famous miniature paintings. In the evening enjoy
a Boat ride on the lake Pichola. The famous Lake Palace of Udaipur was the
summer resort of the former rulers. The James bond Film Octopussy was shot
here, making this palace more known in the west.
Day
10 : Udaipur - Deogarh (about 200 km)
Today your guide drives you to Deogarh. At Deogarh you can enjoy the
overnight stay at a Maharaja Palace which has been converted into a heritage
hotel. Rest of the day at leisure and therefore enough time to relax and
have a walk through the bazaar of this small town.
Day 11 : Deogarh - Samode (about 250 km)
The travel guide of GoIndiaTrip takes you to Samode. Samode is
famous for its palace where we have an overnight stay. Enjoy your stay at
the Samode Palace and visit the wonderful Darbar Hall. The palace showcases
exquisite decorations and beautiful miniature paintings.
Day 12 : Samode - Jaipur (about 40 km)
Our travel manager takes you on a drive to the Pink City Jaipur. It is the
capital of Rajasthan and famous for its handicrafts and precious and
semiprecious stones. After a break in Jaipur visit the City Palace in the
afternoon. The City Palace Museum exhibits the private collection of the
Jaipur Maharajas. Also visit the Jantar Mantar Observatory, the largest of
Jai Singh's five remarkable observatories. It's complex instruments reveal
the secrets of medieval Indian astronomy.
Day 13 : Jaipur
The travel manager of GoIndiaTrip takes you to the ancient capital
of Amber. Amber was the ancient capital of Kachhawaha dynasty for six
centuries before it was moved to newly created Jaipur. Ascend the Palace
Fortress on the back of an Elephant. Enroute, visit the Hawa Mahal (Palace
of Winds), built in 1799 AD. In the afternoon walk through the colorful
Bazaar of Jaipur and visit a factory to see the famous block printing work
being done since centuries in Jaipur. In the evening, your guide drives you
through the new city of Jaipur to visit the Laxmi Narayan Mandir, a Hindu
temple made out of white marble. Have a dinner with a presentation of Indian
music and dance.
Day 14 : Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (about 260 km)
Leaving Rajasthan, our travel manager guides you through a series of
fields, small towns and villages on the way to Agra. Visit Fatehpur Sikri,
which was once an imperial capital frozen in time, constructed by Akbar the
Great in the 16th century. This wonderful city constructed in red sand
stones was abandoned as abruptly as it had been built, perhaps due to lack
of water supply. Late evening arrival in Agra. Rest of the day at leisure.
Day
15 : Agra
The travel manager of the GoIndiaTrip accompanies you on a
sightseeing tour of the Agra Fort, built by three of the greatest Mughal
emperors. The construction of this massive structure began in 1565 under
Akbar's reign and continued till the time of his grandson's reign, Shah
Jahan who built the impressive imperial quarters and mosque. Later proceed
to visit the most beautiful monument of India, the Taj Mahal. It was built
by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1631-52, as a tomb and memorial to
his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Spend enough time at the Taj Mahal to take
this impressive memory home. After the visit of Taj Mahal we have a look at
the famous fine marble inlay work which is still being done in Agra by the
descendants of the families of builders and artists of the Taj Mahal.
Day 16 : Agra - Delhi (about 200 km)
after a leisurely breakfast, the company's representative takes you to
Delhi. Arrival in Delhi in the afternoon. The rest of the day at leisure.
Day 17 : Depart Delhi
announcing the end of the tour, our representative escorts you to the
railway station / airport for your onward journey.
