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Forts & Palaces of Rajasthan |
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Duration : 12 Nights & 13 Days
Destinations : Delhi – Mandawa – Bikaner – Jaisalmer – Jodhpur – Udaipur – Ajmer / Pushkar – Jaipur – Agra – Delhi |
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Day 01 : Arrival in Delhi
Indian Luxury Tours representative will receive you with warm welcome from New Delhi International Airport and then transfer you to the hotel. Wash, change and relax. Enjoy welcome dinner and have luxurious overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 02 : Delhi – Mandawa
After an early morning breakfast at the hotel proceed for half-day sightseeing tour of Delhi, the capital city of India. 
Major attractions to see in Delhi include :
- World Heritage Sites – Red Fort, Qutub Minar and Humayun’s Tomb
- Religious Palaces – Jama Masjid, Lotus Temple and Birla Temple
- Historical Monuments – Old Fort, India Gate and Lodhi Gardens
- Museums – National Museum, Rail Museum and Doll Museum
- Government Buildings – President House and Parliament House
Other Attractions – Akshardham Temple, Chandani Chowk, Connought Place, etc
After lunch, drive to Mandawa located in Shekhawati region of Rajasthan. Upon arrival at Mandawa, Indian Luxury Tours representative will transfer you to the pre-booked hotel. Freshen up and relax. Dinner and overnight will be at the hotel.
Day 03 : Mandawa – Bikaner
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for half-day tour in and around Mandawa.
The Fort Mandawa Castle is a must see attraction in the town. Other attractions to see include magnificent frescoed havelis.
After lunch proceed for Bikaner – the Camel City. Upon arrival in Bikaner, check-in at the pre-booked hotel by Indian Luxury Tours. Relax. Later proceed for sightseeing tour of Bikaner.
Major attractions to see at Bikaner include :
- Junagarh Fort
- Lalgarh Palace
- Laxmi Vilas Palace
- Fort Museum
- Camel Breeding Farm
In the evening stroll in the busy market area of Bikaner city centre. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 04 : Bikaner – Jaisalmer
After hearty breakfast at the hotel proceed for Jaisalmer (the Golden City of India) visiting 15th century Pokaran Fort on the way. After lunch continue towards Jaisalmer. Upon arrival in Jaisalmer, Indian Luxury Tours representative will transfer you to the hotel. Relax. Dinner and overnight will be at the hotel.
Day 05 : Jaisalmer
Have a very hearty breakfast at the hotel. Proceed for half day sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer, the Golden City of India.
Major attractions to see in Jaisalmer include :
- Golden Fort (Sonar Kila)
- Jain Temples
- Patwon-Ki-Haveli
- Nathmalji-Ki-Haveli
- Salem-Singh-Ki-Haveli
In the afternoon take camel safari ride to Sam Village to see the charm of rippling and magical sand dunes of the Thar Desert. In time return back to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 06: Jaisalmer – Jodhpur
After breakfast at the hotel drive to Jodhpur – the second largest city of Rajasthan popularly known as the Blue City. Upon arrival in Jodhpur, Indian Luxury Tours representative will transfer you to the pre-booked hotel. Freshen up and relax. Later proceed for sightseeing tour of Jodhpur city.
Major attractions to see in Jodhpur include :
- Mehrangarh Fort
- Umaid Bhawan Palace
- Jaswant Thada Memorial
- Balsamand Lake & Palace
- Mandore Garden
In the evening explore local bazaars. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 07 : Jodhpur – Udaipur
After hearty breakfast at the hotel drive towards Udaipur visiting en route famous Ranakpur Jain Temples. Upon arrival in Udaipur, Indian Luxury Tours representative will transfer you to the hotel. Freshen up and relax. In the evening enjoy boat ride on the Pichola Lake visiting tow island palaces Lake Palace and Jagmandir Palace in the middle of lake. Dinner and overnight will be at the hotel.
Day 08 : Udaipur
After breakfast at the hotel proceed for full day sightseeing tour of Udaipur. Famed as the City of Lakes or the Venice of the East, Udaipur is a beautiful and one of the most romantic cities in India. It is the city of many magnificent palaces.
Major attractions to see in Udaipur include :
- Lake Palace
- City Palace
- Fateh Prakash Palace
- Jagmandir Palace
- Monsoon Palace
- Saheliyon-Ki-Bari
- Jagdish Temple
- Eklingji Temple
Spend rest of the day at leisure or in your own independent holiday activities. Enjoy sumptuous dinner and luxurious overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 09 : Udaipur – Ajmer – Pushkar
After hearty breakfast at the hotel drive to Pushkar visiting en route the famous Ajmer Sharif Dargah. Upon arrival at Pushkar visit the famous Lord Brahma Temple coupled with other tourist attractions. Check-in at your pre-booked hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 10 : Pushkar – Jaipur
After breakfast at the hotel drive towards Jaipur. Reach Jaipur by early afternoon. On arrival, check-in at the pre-booked hotel by Indian Luxury Tours. After lunch proceed for sightseeing tour of Jaipur visiting Jantar Mantar Observatory and Birla Temple. Dinner and overnight will be at the hotel.
Day 11 : Jaipur
Have a very hearty breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy full day sightseeing tour of Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan and famously known as the Pink City of India. Jaipur is internationally famous for its magnificent forts and palaces.
Major forts & palaces to see in Jaipur include :
- City Palace Complex
- Chandra Mahal (inside the City Palace)
- Hawa Mahal (the Palace of Winds)
- Rambagh Palace (a heritage hotel)
- Amber Fort
- Jaigarh Fort
- Nahargarh Fort and
- Jal Mahal Palace
Other attractions you may see today, if time permits , include Albert Hall Museum, Ramniwas Gardens, Kanak Vrindavan, Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh & Palace, etc. In the evening explore bustling local bazaars and purchase some gifts for your near and dear ones. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 12 : Jaipur – Agra
Have a very hearty breakfast at the hotel. Later drive towards Agra visiting Buland Darwaza, Panch Mahal, Jodha Bai Palace, Birbal Mahal and Salim Chisti Mosque at Fatehpur Sikri on the way. Upon arrival at Agra, Indian Luxury Tours representative will transfer you to the pre-booked hotel. Wash, change and relax. Later proceed for sightseeing tour of Agra.
Attractions you will visit today include :
- Taj Mahal – one of Seven Wonders of the World (World Heritage Site)
- Agra Fort - World Heritage Site
- Itmad-Ud-Daullah Tomb (the Baby Taj or Little Taj Mahal)
Day 13 : Agra – Delhi – Departure
Visit the magnificent Taj Mahal (the Symbol of Love) at sunrise. After breakfast drive back to Delhi visiting en route Sikandara Akbar’s Tomb. On arrival in Delhi, Indian Luxury Tours representative will transfer you to the hotel. Wash, change and relax. Finish your last minute shopping. After a farewell dinner you will be transferred to the New Delhi International Airport on time. Take flight back to your home / onward destination with sweet memories of magnificent forts and palaces of Rajasthan. |
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