Colorful
Rajasthan
9 Nights/10 Days
Delhi / Agra / Jaipur / Jodhpur / Udaipur / Pushkar / Kishangarh / Delhi
Day 01: Jaipur - Jodhpur - By road covering 308 km
Company representatives will receive you on
arrival at the DELHI AIRPORT and transfer to your hotel.
DELHI,
the capital of kingdoms and empires is now a sprawling metropolis with a
fascinating blend of the past and the present. It is a perfect introduction
to the composite culture of an ancient land. A window to the kaleidoscope -
that is India.
Overnight will be at Delhi.
Day 02: Delhi
After breakfast proceed for a half day tour of Old &
New Delhi.
OLD DELHI - A sightseeing tour of Old Delhi would
entail visiting the Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was
cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque in India and the Red Fort - once
the most opulent fort and palace of the Moghul Empire.
NEW DELHI
- An extensive sightseeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit to the
Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub Minar, a drive along the ceremonial avenue -
Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, the President's
Residence and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave.
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Day 03: Delhi - Agra (By Road 221 km/05 hrs)Breakfast will be at hotel.
Proceed by surface to Agra. Reach and
check into the hotel.
AGRA: Two great Mughal monarchs, Akbar and
Shah Jahan, transformed the little village of Agra into a befitting second
capital of the Mughal Empire - giving it the name Dar-ul-Khilafat {seat of
the Emperor}. Today a visitor to Agra is caught up in a world of contrasting
edifices, of red sandstone and white marble, narrow galleys and quaint
buggies, and that irresistible charm that this favorite city of the Mughals
still retains. It is not surprising, that modern Agra still reflects its
Mughal heritage most conspicuously.
A walk down the narrow
bustling streets of the city will introduce the visitor to the wafting aroma
of Mughlai cuisine.
Proceed for sightseeing of the city.
Enjoy battery van ride to the Taj Mahal.
TAJ MAHAL: Little needs to be said about this architectural wonder which is
always the soul raison-de-etre for every tourist's visit to Agra. Built by
Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble memorial to his beautiful wife Mumtaz
Mahal. This monument took 22 years to be completed and was designed, and
planned by Persian architect Ustad Isa. Apart from it's stunning design
balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted particularly for its
elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of the best inlay work
ever seen.
Proceed for sightseeing to the AGRA FORT - Built by
the famed Mughal emperor Akbar in 1565 AD, the fort is predominantly of red
sandstone. Ensconced within is the picture perfect Pearl Mosque, which is a
major tourist attraction.
Visit Itmadullah's Tomb built by
Empress NOOR JEHAN in memory of her father (The interiors of which are
considered better than the Taj).
Relax in the evening. Overnight
will be at Agra.
Day
04: Agra - Jaipur (By Road 221 km/05 hrs)
After breakfast drive to beautiful Pink City - Jaipur.
Drive to Fatehpur Sikri. The deserted, red Sandstone City, Emperor Akbar
built that as his capital and palace in the late 16th century is an
exhilarating experience. It a veritable fairytale city and its "ruins"
are in pristine condition ... it's not hard to imagine what the court life
must have been like in the days of it's grandeur. Also visit the Bulund
Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world.
Reach and check in at
hotel.
JAIPUR - The origins of the beautiful city of Jaipur can be traced back to the
eighteenth century, during the reign of Jai Singh II who ascended the Amber
throne in 1699. Jaipur today, epitomizes the spirit of Rajputana. In-spite of
growing into a bustling metropolis, it still retains it's character and history
- A beautiful fusion of the yesteryears and modernity. Popularly known as the
Pink City because of the extensive use of the locally abundant pink plastered
stone, painted so in honor of the visit of the royal consort of Queen Victoria.
Jaipur thrills the soul with its massive forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite
temples and lush gardens.
Overnight will be at Jaipur.
Day 05: JaipurAfter
breakfast drive to Amber Palace. Enjoy Elephant Back ascent to the Fort.
AMBER FORT PALACE - Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace.
Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his
descendent Jai Singh I. It's forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise
where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds it's ultimate
expression.
Continue city sightseeing.
CITY PALACE - A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture,
the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city. It
houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum.
JANTAR MANTAR - This is the largest and the
best preserved of the five observatories built by Jai Singh II in different
parts of the country. This observatory consisting of outsized astronomical
instruments is still in use.
HAWA MAHAL - The ornamental facade
of this "Palace of Winds" is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. Its
five-storey structure of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine
trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows.
Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the
palace women.
Shopping in the evening or relax. Overnight will be
at Jaipur.
Day 06: Jaipur - Jodhpur (By Road 280 km/06 hrs)
Breakfast
will be at hotel. Proceed to Jodhpur. Reach Jodhpur and check into hotel.
Set at the edge of the THAR Desert, the imperial city of Jodhpur
echoes with tales of antiquity in the emptiness of the desert. Once the
capital of the Marwar state, it was founded in 1459 AD by Rao Jodha-chief of
the RATHORE clan of Rajputs who claimed to be descendants of Rama - the epic
hero of the RAMAYANA. The massive 15th century AD Mehrangarh Fort looms on
the top of a rocky hill, soaring 125 Mts. Above the plains. The city is
encompassed by a high wall -10 km long with 8 gates and innumerable
bastions.
In the afternoon visit Mehrangarh Fort (1459 AD) by Rao
Jodha who considered themselves the descendents of Lord Rama. In this palace
you would see different miniature paintings & cradle room. After this
you would visit Jaswant Thada Memorial.
Overnight will be at
Jodhpur.
Day 07: Jodhpur - Udaipur (By Road 250km/05hrs)
Breakfast
will be at hotel. Proceed to Udaipur.
Visit Ranakpur en route. A visit to the famous Jain Temple, dating back to the
15th century is part of the itinerary. 200 pillars, none of which are alike,
support its 29 halls. The Temple abounds with intricate friezes and sculptures.
Includes visits to two more Jain temples and the Temple of the Sun God with
its erotic sculptures.
Reach Udaipur and check in at
hotel.
The city of Dawn, Udaipur is a lovely land around the
azure lake, hemmed in by the lush hills of the Aravallis. A vision in white
drenched in romance and beauty, Udaipur is a fascinating blend of sights,
sound and experiences and inspiration for the imagination of poets, painters
and writers. Its kaleidoscope of fairy-tale palaces, lakes, temples, gardens
and narrow lanes strewn with stalls, carry the flavor of a heroic past,
epitomizing valor and chivalry. Their reflection in the placid waters of the
Lake Pichhola is an enticing sight.
Overnight will be at Udaipur.
Day 08: Udaipur
Breakfast
will be at hotel.
Proceed for sightseeing tour of Udaipur in the
morning, stopping first at City Palace. Here you will marvel at rooms with
mirrored walls and ivory doors, colored glass windows and inlaid marble
balconies and the Peacock Courtyard.
Proceed for Evening Motor
launch cruise on the placid waters of Lake Pichola. From the boat you will
be able to view the city of Udaipur as it rises majestically above the lake
in the middle of the Rajasthan desert. Also visit the Jag Mandir Palace -
the other island palace in the middle of the lake. Spend some time at the
Jag Mandir Palace.
Visit the 300-year-old Jagdish Temple and the
Royal Cenotaphs of the Rajput kings.
Relax in the evening.
Overnight will be at Udaipur.
Day
09: Udaipur - Pushkar (By Road 250km/05hrs)
Proceed for Pushkar after breakfast.
Reach Ajmer. Ajmer situated in the green oasis wrapped in the barren hills
has been a witness to an interesting past. The city was founded by Raja Ajay
Pal Chauhan in the 7th Century AD and continued to be a major center of the
Chauhan power till 1193 AD when Prithviraj Chauhan lost it to Mohammed
Ghauri. Since then, Ajmer became home to many dynasties, which came and left
leaving behind indelible marks of their culture and traditions on the city's
history, converting it to an amalgam of various cultures and blend of
Hinduism and Islam.
Today, Ajmer is a popular pilgrimage center
for the Hindus as well as Muslims. Especially famous is the Dargah Sharif
Tomb of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, which is equally revered by
the Hindus and Muslims.
Visit the DARGAH. Reach Pushkar by noon
and relax. Check in at PUSHKAR PALACE.
PUSHKAR - Amongst the grandeur of Rajasthan, discover a unique gem - Pushkar.
Lord Brahma - The creator of the world in a search for his abode on earth, performed
the supremely spiritual VEDIC YAGNA at Pushkar. It is thus the site of the only
Brahma Temple in the world. Blessed with cultural blends, it is the venue for
the famous Pushkar Fair, with people coming from all over Asia to buy and sell
cattle of breeds from across the world. The consecrated mausoleum of Khawaja
Moinuddin Chisti at Ajmer attracts pilgrims from all over the world. A city
of Pilgrimage from time immemorial with over 500 temples and Ghats Pushkar begets
a legacy of timeless architectural heritage. Pushkar radiates an ambience of
peace and spirituality that casts a lure to visit again and again. The Pushkar
fair is amongst the largest cattle fairs in the world and amongst the oldest
cities in India, with references in mythology and the Mahabharat. There are
52 bathing Ghats, which are linked to the lunar calendar, enclose the lake.
Each Ghat has its own miraculous qualities and powers of healing and this city
of temples has over 500 temples built over different eras with varied architectural
styles. The rose garden of Rajasthan - the essence of the famous Pushkar rose
is exported the world over.
Overnight at PUSHKAR.
Day 10: Pushkar - Kishangrah - Delhi (By Road 352km/07 hrs))
Drive
to Kishangarh after breakfast.
KISHANGARH is situated on the
National Highway 8 in the Center of Rajasthan, 100 Km South West of Jaipur.
It is primarily known for its world famous Miniature Paintings and
Handicrafts and for the largest marble and granite cutting industry in the
Country.
Around the fort of Kishangarh is the moat and garden -
on which "Phool Mahal" was built in AD 1870 and was the Palace of
the flowers for the Maharaja's of Kishangarh A private residence of the
Royal Family of Kishangarh opens for the discerning traveler. The Palace has
lovely views of centuries old "Gundalao Lake" - where herons fly
and peacocks strut in fanned delight. The lake water beneath the graceful
Palace is a paradise to flamingoes, pelicans, wild duck and the SARUS CRANE.
Lunch will be at PHOOL MAHAL PALACE.
Start for Delhi
and reach by evening. Transfer for connecting flight home from the
international airport.
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