Rajasthan King Tour
20 Nights / 21 Days
with Rajasthan King Tour Delhi / Agra / Jaipur / Pushkar /
Ranthambhore / Kota / Bundi / Chittaurgarh / Bijaipur / Udaipur / Kumbalgarh
/ Jodhpur / Jaisalmer / Bikaner / Mandawa / Delhi
Day 01: Arrival at Delhi Company representatives will receive
you on arrival at the international airport in Delhi late in the evening.
Transfer to your hotel. Relax.
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 - Agra (By
Road 250 Kms/6 hr) Proceed for Agra after breakfast.
Reach Agra in the afternoon.
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.
Check in at hotel and
proceed for sightseeing.
Enjoy battery van ride to the Taj.
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 its
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).
Overnight will be at Agra.
Day 03: Agra - Jaipur (By Road
221 Kms/6 hr) After breakfast drive to beautiful Pink City -
Jaipur.
Stop at 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 04: Jaipur
Breakfast at hotel.
Proceed for
excursion to Amber Fort in the outskirts of Jaipur. Elephant ride 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.
Proceed for sightseeing of the city.
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.
Visit a rug factory and see the
ladies at the intricate work or a gem factory and see the gem cutting and
polishing process.
Overnight will be at Jaipur.
Day
05: Jaipur - Pushkar (By Road 140 km/3 hr)
Proceed
for Pushkar after breakfast. 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. Pushkar has the most varied terrain in Rajasthan
with sand, rock, hills, and proximity to a number of heritage properties in
the area and a number of fairs and festivals - especially on the new and full
moon days.
Visit the mausoleum, Anasagar and Akbar's
Palace.
Overnight will be at hotel.
Day 06:
Pushkar - Ranthambhore (By Road 240 km/6 hr) Visit the BRAHMA
TEMPLE - The only one in the world.
Start early after breakfast
for Ranthambhore.
Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve, at the junction of
the Aravallis and the Vindhyas, is a unique example of natural and
historical richness, standing out conspicuously in the vast, arid and
denuded tract of eastern Rajasthan, barely 14 kilometers from Sawai
Madhopur. Get in tune with nature for a luxury holiday in the heart of the
jungle. Ranthambhore - perhaps the best place in the world to sight a tiger
in the wild. The Ranthambhore National Park has had more Tiger sightings
than any other National Park in the country. It has come to be known as "The
land of the Tiger", where most of the documented footage of this
majestic beast has been recorded.
It spreads over a highly
undulating topography varying from gentle to steep slopes; from flat-topped
hills of the Vindhyas to the conical hillocks and sharp ridges of the
Aravallis, from wide and flat valleys to narrow rocky gorges. An important
geological feature the 'Great Boundary Fault' where the Vindhya plateaus
meet the Aravallis hill ranges, meanders through the Reserve. The rivers
Chambal in the south and Banas in the north bind the National Park.
Proceed for the afternoon SAFARI to spot tigers.
Overnight
will be at Ranthambhore.
Day 07: Ranthambhore Full
day (two private safaris) at Ranthambhore.
Overnight will be at
Ranthambhore.
Day 08: Ranthambhore - Kota (By Road 140 km/3
hr)
Proceed
for the morning SAFARI. Breakfast at hotel.
Start for KOTA.
Rajasthan's largest industrial town
situated on the banks of the river Chambal is well known for its Kota sarees
and also for a miniature school of art which specialized in hunting scenes.
Visit the CITY PALACE AND FORT- On the banks of the Chambal river close to the
Kota Barrage is the fort and the city palace complex, which houses the RAO MADHO
SINGH MUSEUM containing the relics of the former rulers of Kota.
JAGMANDIR- in the island in Kishore Sagar Lake
was built by one of the queens of Kota. You will take a paddleboat and roam
around the same for a spiritual experience.
Also visit the Govt.
Museum and the famous gardens of Chambal and Chatter Bilas.
Overnight will be at Kota.
Day 09: Kota - Bundi -
Chittaurgarh (By Road 180 km/5 hr) Breakfast at hotel. Start for
Bundi.
36 km from Kota is a tiny picturesque town, Bundi - One
of the unexplored cities with a rich historical wealth. Once a part of Kota,
it was ruled by the Had Chauhans - an offshoot of the famous Chauhan clan
who ruled Delhi and Ajmer. Bundi is surrounded by the Aravallis hills on the
three sides and is circumscribed by a massive wall with four gateways. In
1193 AD when Prithviraj Raj Chauhan was defeated by Sultan Mohammed Ghauri,
some Chauhan nobles seeked shelter in Mewar and became allies to the Rana
while other young warriors moved towards the Chambal valley and overpowered
the Meena and Bhil tribals thus establishing their own kingdom of Hadoti.
Later, two branches of Hadas formed two separate states of Kota and Bundi,
on either side of the River Chambal. Bundi is surrounded by the Aravallis
hills on three sides and is circumscribed by a massive wall with four
gateways.
Visit the TARAGARH or STAR FORT. Perched on a thickly
wooded hill is a marvelous white fort with a huge reservoir that once
supplied water to the palace. Built in 1354 AD the fort is one of the most
impressive forts of Rajasthan. This magnificent edifice is a fine example of
the Rajput architecture, housing some of the superb Bundi murals.
CHATRASAGAR is a fascinating pavilion of a gallery of miniature murals.
Elaborate colorful paintings on the walls depict scenes from the 'Ragamala'
'Raaslila' -- the Radha-Krishna story.
SUKH MAHAL is a
magnificent summer palace on the Sukh Sagar Lake amid the lush surroundings
of a beautiful garden. An underground tunnel is believed to run from the
Sukh Mahal to the old palace.
Proceed to CHITTAURGARH.
THE EPITOME OF ROMANCE AND VALOUR- The pride and glory of Rajasthan,
CHITTAUR echoes with the tales of romance and valor unique to the Rajput
tradition. This is a ruined citadel, where the royal past lives in its
imposing forts, graceful palaces and spectacular CHATTRIS. This fortified
settlement has been ravaged thrice and each time the outcome was 'JAUHAR'
-when women and children immolated themselves on a huge funeral pyre while
men donned in saffron robes of martyrdom rode out of the fort towards a
certain death.
After visiting the FORT proceed to stay at the
BIJAIPUR CASTLE SUITE.
Overnight will be at the CASTLE.
Day 10: Bijaipur - Udaipur (By Road 180 km/5 hr) Start
for Udaipur after breakfast.
Reach 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 PICHOLA is an enticing sight.
Udaipur is the jewel
of MEWAR -a kingdom ruled by the Sisodia dynasty for 1200 Years.
Relax in the evening. Overnight will be at Udaipur.
Day 11:
Udaipur Breakfast at hotel.
Proceed for sightseeing
tour of Udaipur, 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.
Also visit the
lovely Sahelion-ki-Bari Gardens, the Jagdish Temple and the local folk
Museum.
Proceed for Evening Motor launch cruise on the placid
waters of Lake Pichola. From he 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.
Overnight will be at Udaipur.
Day 12: Udaipur -
Kumbalgarh (By Road 100 km/2 hr) After breakfast drive to
Kumbalgarh.
En-route, visit the RANAKPUR TEMPLES, dating back to
the 15th century. 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 Kumbalgarh.
Cradled in the
cluster of thirteen mountain peaks of the Aravallis ranges, the formidable
medieval citadel- Kumbalgarh stands a wary sentinel to the past glory.
Rising from a prominent ridge, 1914 meters high from the sea level, the fort
was built in 15th century AD by Maharana Kumbha (1419-63 AD) and is the
principal fortification after Chittaurgarh, lying 90 km northwest of
Udaipur.
The massive fort, encompassed by a 36-km long wall, has
seven majestic gates and seven ramparts, one within the other. Rounded
bastions and high watchtowers strengthen the crenellated walls of the fort
making it an impregnable structure.
Stay overnight at the AODHI
HOTEL of KUMBALGARH.
Day 13: Kumbalgarh - Jodhpur (By Road
150 km/4 hr) Proceed in the morning after a leisurely breakfast
and reach Jodhpur.
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. A high wall -10 km long with 8 gates and innumerable
bastions encompasses the city.
Relax in the hotel and visit the
museum of UMAID BHAWAN PALACE. Overnight will be at Jodhpur.
Day 14: Jodhpur
Morning go for a village safari in the jeep and
have a rare glimpse into the rich culture and true essence of India.
Abundant wildlife (game) and memorable moments of the great desert landscape
fascinates one while driving along the countryside.
Afternoon
sightseeing tour of Jodhpur - gateway to the desert beyond, home of the
Rathores of Marwar, visit the Mehrangarh Fort, rising up a hilly scarp,
built on the advice of a hermit, overlooking the city in the image of a long
sentinel. Inside the Fort are a number of palaces added by successive
rulers. 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 15: Jodhpur - Jaisalmer
(By Road 300 km/5 hr) Proceed for Jaisalmer.
Rising
from the heart of the Thar Desert like a golden mirage is the city of
Jaisalmer. A commanding fort etched in yellow sandstone stands, with its
awesome splendor, dominating the amber-hued city.
The city has
an interesting legend associated with it, according to which, Lord
Krishna-the head of the Yadav Clan, foretold Arjuna that a remote descendent
of the Yadav Clan would build his kingdom atop the Trikuta Hill. His
prophecy was fulfilled in 1156 AD when Rawal Jaisal, a descendent of the
Yadav Clan and a Bhatti Rajput, abandoned his fort at Lodurva and founded a
new capital -Jaisalmer, perched on the Trikuta Hill.
Reach and
check in at hotel. Overnight will be at Jaisalmer.
Day 16:
Jaisalmer After a relaxed breakfast proceed for full day
sightseeing tour of The Golden City - Jaisalmer. It is in the heart of the
Great Indian Desert. Its temple, fort and palaces are all built of yellow
stone. The city is a mass of intricately carved buildings, facades and
elaborate balconies. Visit the JAISALMER FORT - The oldest living Fort in
the world. (This is the highlight of the tour)
See the
Patwon-Ki-Havelies, Salim-Singh-Ki-Haveli and Gandhi Sagar Tank. Also visit
Barabagh Hill.
In the afternoon, proceed to the SAM SAND DUNES
for visiting the typical Rajasthani Desert Village. View the sunset from the
dunes, as the sky is set on fire. Return to the village for dinner amidst
Rajasthani musicians playing haunting tunes.
Stay overnight at
the SWISS TENT CAMP.
Day 17: Jaisalmer to Bikaner (By Road
330 km/5 hr) Breakfast at the camp. Continue with the safari and
reach Bikaner via NAGAUR.
Check in at hotel.
BIKANER
- The royal fortified city with a timeless appeal. Lying in the north of the
Desert State, the city is dotted with many sand dunes. Bikaner retains the
medieval splendor that pervades the city's lifestyle.
More
popularly called the camel country, the city is renowned for the best riding
camels in the world. The ship of the desert is an inseparable part of life
here. Be it pulling heavy carts, transporting grains or working on wells,
camels are the prime helpers. The wells of Bikaner - an important source of
water are other attractions of the city. These are built on high plinths
with slender minareted towers on each of the Four Corners and can be noticed
even from a distance.
Relax in the evening. Overnight will be at
Bikaner.
Day 18: Bikaner - Mandawa (By Road 140 km/3 hr)
Breakfast
at hotel. Proceed for sightseeing tour of Bikaner.
Rao Bikaji, a descendant of Jodhaji - the founder of Jodhpur, founded
this desert town in the North of the state in 1488. Visit the Junagarh Fort,
constructed between 1588 and 1593 by Raja Jai Singh, a general in the Moghul
Emperor Akbar's army.
The city is also called the "Camel
Country". Visit the camel-breeding farm - the only one in Asia. Visit
the KARNI MATA TEMPLE.
Proceed for Mandawa.
The
medieval Fort of Mandawa gradually rises on the horizon like a mirage. A
breathtaking view of the town can be seen from the terrace of Castle
Mandawa. Precious collection of arms with jade handles, traditional
ceremonial costumes can be seen at the Museum at the Castle. The havelies
worth a visit are Chokhani, Saraf, Goenka and Ladia in this town. Built in
1775 by Thakur Nawal Singh, descendant of Rao Shekhaji, who also founded the
city of Nawalgarh. The Castle, now a 51 rooms hotel has no two rooms alike.
It also houses an interesting collection of paintings, jade, costumes and
antiques. The courtyard and the terrace come to live during evenings with
candle-lit dinners and fire-dances during the season. A two hundred and
forty year old fortess that has been converted by the family into a fine
example of traditional hospitality.
Reach and check in at hotel.
Overnight will be at Mandawa.
Day 19: Mandawa - Delhi (By
Road 260 km/5 hr) Breakfast at hotel.
Take a walking
tour of the painted 'havelis' of some of the leading business families of
the country. Though they no longer live here, the local caretakers are happy
to show the visitors around. Chowkhani Haveli, Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli,
Lakshminarayan Ladia Haveli, Mohahanlal Saraf Haveli and Bhagchandika Haveli
are of special interest. Spend the major part of the day looking into
frescoes.
Also visit Mahensar and Dundlod meeting the local
village chief. Leave for Delhi. Reach by evening. Overnight will be at
Delhi.
Day 20: Delhi Breakfast at Delhi. Proceed for a full 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.
Cycle rickshaw ride from Jama Masjid to Chandni Chowk.
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.
Relax in the evening. Overnight will be at Delhi.
Day
21: Delhi - Home Breakfast at hotel. Day free to explore the
city and finish last minute shopping.
Proceed for the DANCES OF
INDIA SHOW in the evening at 1800 hr after checking out of the hotel. After
the show you will have FAREWELL DINNER before reaching the airport for
flight home with sweet memories of India.
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