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Royal Cities of Rajasthan13 days customized tour
The princely state of Rajasthan is a land of contrasts – the Thar desert, mountains, man-made and holy lakes, forests and jungles, impregnable fortresses and magnificent palaces, of warrior kings and princes, saints and mystics, Rajputs and Mughals. In common with other parts of India, Rajasthan has a wealth of royal residences and stately homes in the form of palaces (great and small), forts, hunting lodges or large Estates and many of them have been converted into hotels.
Pick up from Airport and transfer to the Pre-booked Hotel. After breakfast sightseeing tour of Delhi where ornate buildings recall the days when India was the Jewel in the crown of the British Empire. Visit the 11th century Qutab Minar, India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhawan (President's House), Red Fort, Mahatama Gandhi Memorial. Also visit Laxmi Narayan Temple popularly known as Birla Temple. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 2&3 Agra
In the Morning after Breakfast we will drive on to Agra, where you’ll arrive at your hotel near to the centre of Agra. The hotel will be comfortable, with a restaurant and other creature comforts that you might need. Third day You'll have breakfast this morning and afterwards, you’ll set off to visit another two breathtaking sites. In the early morning, you’ll be taken to the Taj Mahal, a highlight of any trip to India. Standing serenely in the first light of the morning, we are sure that this stunning building will surpass all your expectations. It is one of the few buildings in the world that has the ability to move people. It was built by Shah Jahan as a token of his love for his deceased wife, and is undoubtedly the most romantic burial site in the world. After this, you’ll head for Agra Fort. This huge but restrained structure seems to be immersed in a dreamy atmosphere when it’s bathed in the golden light of late afternoon, which slants through the pillars and galleries. From its majestic walls and through its arches, you can see the Taj Mahal, just as Shah Jahan would have done centuries ago, when he was imprisoned here by his son. You'll return to your hotel by lunchtime and the rest of the afternoon is completely free.
Day 4&5 Jaipur
Drive to Jaipur, visiting en route the magnificent fortified abandoned Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri. Two nights at the Hotel. In Jaipur, you’ll stay in a cosy family hotel for a firsthand experience of typical Indian hospitality. Next day a full-day sightseeing tour of Jaipur includes the Amber Fort which was the ancient capital of JaipurState. Continue to the City Palace situated in the centre of Jaipur and still home to the royal family today. Visit the Jantar Mantar, the largest stone-built observatory in the world and view the ‘Palace of the Winds’, the Hawa Mahal, built in 1799 to enable the women of the court to watch street processions while remaining in purdah. In the evening there will be the classical dance performance.
Day 6 Kota
Drive to Kota with its fine gardens and its old palaces housing one of the best museums in Rajasthan. Overnight stay at the Hotel .
Day 7&8 Udaipur
Morning departure for Udaipur and a two-night stay at the Hotel, En route visit Chittorgarh Fort, one of the earliest Rajput forts. Udaipur, capital of the Rajput state of Mewar, is a city of palaces both on the lake and the shore and is home to a fine tradition of miniature painting. A half-day of sightseeing includes the City Palace
Drive to Jodhpur via Ranakpur famous for its Chaumukha Temple complex, for a two-night stay at the Hotel. Jodhpur, the second largest city in Rajasthan, is situated on the edge of the Thar desert, and is home to the magnificent Meharangarh Fort. A sightseeing tour visits the various palaces and buildings inside the fort. Continue to Jaswant Thada, an imposing white marble centotaph, north of the fort.
Day 11 Osian
We drive into a remote part of the Thar Desert to start our camel safari. We spend the night in a beautiful eco friendly tented Camps. Desert Camps are located in the Thar desert approx. 95 Kms from Jodhpur near Osian the historic city - gateway to the Thar - with ancient temples and havelis.
Day 12 Osian to Jaipur
Drive to Jaipur and overnight stay at the Hotel.
Day 13 Delhi
After a mouth-watering heavy breakfast, drive back to Delhi, where you will be transferred to the airport to catch flight for onward destination.
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