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Day 03: New Delhi - Agra
Drive to Agra. In the evening arrive in Agra. Rest of the day at
leisure. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 04: Agra
Start your sightseeing tour of Agra by visiting the Agra Fort,
which was built by three Mughal emperors. Akbar started the
construction but died before the fort was complete. His son
Jehangir continued the construction of the fort, later son of
Jehangir-Shah Jahan-added new structures to the massive fort.
After visiting Agra fort, we head to visit the most beautiful
monument of India, the Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal was built by the
Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1631-52, as a tomb and
memorial to his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. After the visit of
Taj Mahal, we proceed to have a look at the famous fine marble
inlay work, which is still done in Agra. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 05: Agra - Fatehpur Skirl – Jaipur
Proceed to Jaipur in the morning. En-route stop to visit
Fatehpur Sikri, which was once an imperial capital of the Mughal
emperor Akbar in the 16th century. The wonderful city
constructed by red sandstones was abandoned as abruptly as it
had been built, apparently for lack of water. In the evening
arrive in Jaipur Check in at the hotel. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 06: Jaipur
Jaipur was founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. Jaipur is
famous for its handicrafts and precious and semiprecious stones.
After breakfast visit City Palace, this is still the formal
residence of the royal family. Also visit the museum in the City
Palace that has the private collection of Jaipur Maharajas. We
also visit Jantar Mantar, a stone observatory, which is the
largest of Jai Singh's five remarkable observatories.
Afternoon visit the Amber Fort, located 11kms
away from Jaipur. En-route, visit the Hawa Mahal. Amber was the
ancient capital of Kachawah dynasty before Jai Singh founded
Jaipur. Ride an elephant to reach the gates of the fort. In the
evening take a walk through the colorful Bazaar of Jaipur and
visit a factory to see the famous block printing work, which is
a specialty of Jaipur. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 08: Jaipur - Mandawa
After breakfast drive to Mandawa in the Shekhawati region. Upon
arrival in Mandawa check in at the hotel. Shekhawati region lies
in the north east of Rajasthan and is home to Marwari community.
After a refreshing break, visit the grand havelis of the
Shekhawati area. The walls of the havelis are often covered with
murals, local legends and religious scenes from Hindu Mythology.
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 09: Mandawa - Bikaner
In the morning after breakfast drive to Bikaner. Upon arrival
check in at the hotel, refresh and head to visit the Junagarh
Fort built in red sandstone and marble. You visit the various
mansion and palaces inside the fort. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 10: Bikaner - Osian - Gajner
Drive through the desert and proceed for Gajner via Osian. Osian,
this is a centre of Hindu and Jain religions. You get to see
various temples in Osian. The oldest temple here was constructed
in 1178 AD. Later we head to Gajner. Upon arrival check in at
the hotel. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 11:
Gajner - Jaisalmer
Drive through the desert and proceed for Jaisalmer. Jaisalmer is
famous for its carved havelis (grand mansions). Jaisalmer is a
marvel of beautiful culture and the city is one of the most
exotic cities. Upon arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight in
the hotel.
Day 12: Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer is famous for its beautifully carved havelis. The day
is marked to visit various important places in Jaisalmer, which
include the Jaisalmer Fort, and the havelis. In the afternoon
drive to some 40 km away from Jaisalmer to Sam dunes where enjoy
the sunset before driving back to Jaisalmer. Overnight in the
hotel.
Day 13: Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
Drive to Jodhpur in the early morning. Jodhpur is about 290
kilometers from Jaisalmer. Jodhpur is the second largest city in
Rajasthan and 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 10 km long wall, which has 101 bastions and
seven gates. On your tour of Jodhpur you visit the Mehrangarh
Fort, which was built on a steep hill. The fort is among the
best in India with exquisitely latticed windows in residential
apartments. Later proceed to visit the Jaswant Thada, a royal
cenotaph built in white marble. You also stroll down the markets
of Jodhpur. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 14: Jodhpur - Ranakpur
In the morning drive to Ranakpur. Ranakpur is famous for
beautifully carved marble Jain Temples. The basement of the
temples covers 48,000 square feet. The temple complex has 1444
intricately carved columns and the important point is no two
pillars are alike. The Ranakpur Jain Temples were built during
the 15th century. Evening is at leisure. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 15: Ranakpur - Mount Abu
Drive to Mount Abu, which is the only hill station in Rajasthan
nestling in picturesque Aravalli hills. Upon arrival check in at
the hotel. Take a short break and the head to visit the famous
Dilwara Jain temples. Dilwara Jain Temples were constructed
between 11th and 13th centuries. After visiting the temple,
proceed to Nakki Lake. This artificial lake is ringed by hills.
In the evening take a stroll down the bazaar up to Sunset Point
from where you get a wonderful view of the setting sun.
Day 16: Mount Abu
After breakfast visit the famous Dilwara Jain temples. Dilwara
Jain Temples were constructed between 11th and 13th centuries.
After visiting the temple, proceed to Nakki Lake. This
artificial lake is ringed by hills. In the evening take a stroll
down the bazaar up to Sunset Point from where you get a
wonderful view of the setting sun. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 17:
Mount Abu - Udaipur
After breakfast drive to Udaipur. Udaipur is also known as the
romantic city. Upon arrival check in at the hotel. The rest of
the day is at leisure. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 18: Udaipur
Start your sightseeing tour with a visit to Sahelion-Ki-Bari.
Then proceed to visit the Museum of folk art, which has a rich
collection of folk dresses, puppets, dolls, masks, ornaments,
folk musical instruments and paintings on display. Afterwards
visit the City Palace, the biggest palace complex in India,
where four generations of Maharajas added mansions and palaces.
You also visit the museum of the palace, which includes the
beautiful peacock mosaic and miniature wall paintings of Indian
mythology. In the evening take a boat ride on the lake Pichola.
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 19:
Udaipur - Kota
Drive to Kota, which is about 274 kilometers away. Kota was once
the part of the erstwhile Rajput kingdom of Bundi. In Kota
proceed to visit the city fort and palace. This type of
fort-palace complex is one of the largest to be found in the
state of Rajasthan. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 20: Kota - Ranthambore
After breakfast proceed to the Ranthambore National park near
Sawai Madhopur. Ranthambore National Park is a popular tiger
reserve under Project Tiger. Upon arrival check in at the hotel.
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 21:
Ranthambore
Head for a jungle safari in the morning. In the park, you come
across various animals and birds. If you are lucky you may spot
a tiger. Besides tiger, the park is home to various other
animals like Sambhar, Cheetal, Wild Boar, Leopard, Sloth Bear,
Jackal and Hyena. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 22: Ranthambore - Bharatpur
In the morning drive to Bharatpur, which is famous of Bharatpur
Bird Sanctuary. Upon arrival check in at the hotel and later
visit the Keoladeo National Park. The park is home to a large
number of native and migratory birds. Winter is the best time to
spot the migratory birds. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 23:
Bharatpur - Delhi
After breakfast drive to Delhi. Upon arrival, check in at the
hotel. The rest of the day is free for independent activities.
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 24: Delhi
Transfer to airport to catch a flight back home. Tour ends.
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