Cultures & Real Rajasthan Tour Package

Duration: 26 Nights & 27 Days

Day 01 - Delhi-Arrival

Arrive at Delhi international airport, you will be welcome by assist and Driver India Travel Base and would be further assisted & transferred to your hotel. Rest of the time is kept free to recover from jetlag. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 02 - Delhi

After having leisurely breakfast, our representative and guide would meet you at the hotel and start a full day guided tour of Delhi. Visit Qutab Minar, which is one of the tallest towers of its time in India, Humanyun’s Tomb – an UNESCO world heritage site which was built by Begum Hamida for his husband Mughal Emperor Humanyun. It is one of the forerunners of the Taj Mahal. Later also visit India Gate, President’s House, the landmark of India Democracy the Parliament House. Take a tour of Red Fort – an UNESCO world heritage site and a symbol of mighty Mughal Empire, Jama Masjid the biggest mosque of India, Chandni Chowk and Raj Ghat (a Memorial of Father of India Mahatma Gandhi). Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 03 - Delhi-Mandawa (257 KMS/ 05½ HRS)

Today proceed to Shekhawati town, Mandawa. Arrive Mandawa, check in at the hotel. Later take a sightseeing tour of painted Havelis, which are famous for its frescos. Shekhawati is believed to be the biggest open art gallery in the world. Here you will see some the life style of the people depicted in the beautiful paintings. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 04 - Mandawa-Tal Chhapar-Bikaner (200 KMS/ 04 ½ HRS)

Drive further to camel city Bikaner stopping on the way at Tal Chhapar Blackbuck sanctuary. Here you will also see some migratory birds that came here in the winter from various parts of the world, national bird peacock, different other desert animals & birds. Tal Chhapar is one of the best places in Rajasthan to see the natural behavior of Blackbucks. Finally arrive at Bikaner, check in at the hotel. Later visit artistic’s delight Bhandasar Jain temple- it is dedicated to the 5th Jain tirthankara, Sumatinathji. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 05 - Bikaner-Deshnok-Kolayat-Pokaran-Jaisalmer (290 KMS/ 05 ½ HRS)

In the morning visit very well preserved Junagarh Fort & its museum. Also visit Camel Breeding Farm, which only one in India of its kind. Later you will be transferred to Jaisalmer visiting Karni Mata temple also known as Rat temple at Deshnok and auspicious place Kolayat to visit holy pond & temple. Drive towards desert town Pokaran to have lunch at historical Fort Pokaran. Arrive at Golden city Jaisalmer and check in at the hotel. Rest of the time is kept free to explore the markets. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 06 - Jaisalmer

Visit still inhabited Golden Fort, Patwon Ki Haveli, Nathmalji Ki Haveli and Salim Singhji Ki Haveli. In the evening take the excursion to Sam Sand dunes to have a short camel ride and to view the beautiful sunset at Thar Desert. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 07 - Jaisalmer-Kuldhara-Lodhurva-Jaisalmer

Take a guided tour of ruined village of Kuldhara, Gadisar Lake surrounded by small temples & shrines and Jain temples at Lodhurva. Lodhurva was once the capital of Jaisalmer. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 08 - Jaisalmer-Kheechan-Osiyan-Jodhpur (326 KMS/ 06 HRS)

Transfer to Blue city Jodhpur stopping en-route to see thousands of migratory birds in the desert at Kheechan and Osiyan – an ancient Jain trading town famous for its stunning carved temples. Arrive at Jodhpur, transfer to the hotel. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 09 - Jodhpur-Sojat-Ghanerao (175 KMS/ 03 ½ HRS)

After breakfast, visit one of the most impressive forts of India, Mehrangarh and royal cenotaphs at Jaswant Thada. Later transfer to Ghanerao stopping en-route to see the Heena or Mehendi plantation at Sojat. Arrive at Ghanerao check in at the royal castle. Rest of the time is kept to visit the village, to see the local paintings of Ghanerao and to interact with locals. It is the perfect place to experience the rural Rajasthani culture and lifestyle of its people.

Day 10 - Ghanerao-Ranakpur-Kumbhalgarh (50 KMS/ 01 ½ HRS)

After breakfast drive to Kumbhalgarh visiting superb Ranakpur Jain temple en-route. Arrive Kumbhalgarh, check in at the hotel. Take tour of remarkable Kumbhalgarh Fort. It has a prominent place in the history of Rajasthan as this fort was never conquered. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 11 - Kumbhalgarh-Haldi Ghati-Nathdwara-Eklingji-Nagda-Udaipur (90 KMS/ 02HRS)

Morning depart Kumbhalgarh for the city of Lakes, Udaipur. On the way visit famous battle ground Haldi Ghati where the war was fought in 1576 AD between Hero of Mewar Maharana Pratap and the troops of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Also visit Shrinathji temple at Nathdwara, 10th century Eklingji temple and the ancient capital of Mewar Nagda. Finally arrive at Udaipur, check in at the hotel. Rest of the time is kept free to experience the natural beauty of this lake town. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 12 - Udaipur

Today take a guided tour of City Palace & its museum, Saheliyon Ki Bari – a garden of maidens, Bhartiya Lok Kala Museum and Jagdish temple. In the evening take an enjoyable boat ride over Lake Pichhola. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 13 - Udaipur-Dungarpur (120 KMS/ 02 ½ HRS)

Have leisurely breakfast and proceed to Dungarpur. Arrive in Dungarpur check in at one of the most amazing suites of a palace which is inhabited by the royal family. It is a great opportunity to be entertained by the royal family and see closely the princely lifestyle. Later visit the spectacular interiors of Juna Mahal Palace. Dungarpur has biggest population of Bhil tribes in the state of Rajasthan. Stay overnight at the palace hotel.

Day 14 - Dungarpur-Chittaurgarh (215 KMS/ 05 HRS)

Morning drive to Chittaurgarh en-route stopping at Menal to visit ancient imprinted temples. This drive includes the sighting of untouched tribal life. Visit the indomitable price of Chittaur its fort, Victory Tower, (Vijay Stambh), the tower of fame (Kirti Stambh) and Padmini’s Palace. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 15 - Chittaurgarh-Kota-Bundi (150 kms/ 04 hrs)

Today you will be transferred to Bundi stopping en-route at Kota. In Kota visit City Palace located on the banks of Chambal River, Jagmandir Palace – situated in a beautiful Kishor Sagar Lake and Haveli of Deaji – one of the best mansions in Rajasthan famous for its fresco paintings. Finally arrive at Bundi and stay in a heritage property.

Day 16 - Bundi

Today take a daylong sightseeing tour of Bundi covering Taragarh Palace – it was built in 14th century, The Bundi Palace it has got remarkable murals and reflects the glorious period of India, Sukh Mahal (the palace of pleasure), Baoris, (the step wells) and the imposing The Chaurasi Khambon Ki Chhatri. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 17 - Bundi-Ranthambhore (135 kms/ 02 ½ hrs)

Morning, you will be driven to one of the most popular national parks of India – Ranthambhore. After having lunch at the hotel, start a jungle adventure to track the king of the park Royal Bengali Tiger and various other wild animals & bird species. Stay overnight at a jungle resort.

Day 18 - Ranthambhore

The day will be used in exploring the park twice through the safari jeeps to view the exotic wildlife in its natural habitat. During the day also visit Ranthambhore Fort Jogi Mahal and famous Ganesh temple. Stay overnight at a jungle resort.

Day 19 - Ranthambhore-Jaipur (195 kms/ 03 ½ hrs)

In the morning visit the park once again to experience the India jungle. Later drive to Pink City Jaipur. Jaipur is one of the few planned cities in India. Arrive at Jaipur, check in the hotel. Rest of the time is kept free to walk the traditional markets of walled city. In the evening take an excursion to Nahargarh Fort (the lion fort) to see the excellent sunset view of Jaipur.

Day 20 - Jaipur

Morning you will be met by our guide and representative at the hotel and start a daylong tour of Jaipur. Today visit superb Amber Fort climbing its heights on the elephant back, an architectural delight Hawa Mahal (the wind palace); experience the astrology at Jantar Mantar (the observatory), the royal City Palace & its museum. Also take the photograph of “The pride of Jaipur the Albert Hall”. In the evening visit a local farmhouse to have ethnic Rajasthani dinner. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 21 - Jaipur-Sanganer-Samode-Jaipur

Today visit Sanganer situated in the outskirts of Jaipur. Sanganer is famous for its printing work on cloths which is known as Sanganeri Print. Later take an excursion to Samode – a small village renowned for its magnificent palace. Have lunch at Samode and return back to Jaipur. In the evening, visit Jawahar Kala Kendra – an open art theater which witness many Indian & overseas dramas.

Day 22 - Jaipur-Abhaneri-Bharatpur (176 kms/ 04 hrs)

Proceed further to Bharatpur visiting on the way Abhaneri famous for its one of the best step wells (Baoris) of Rajasthan. Arrive Bharatpur, check in at the hotel. Later take a Cycle Rickshaw Ride in Keoladeo Ghana National Park (an UNESCO World Heritage Site) to see the migratory birds. Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary or Keoladeo Ghana National Park is the paradise of birds and it is also the best place to spot various mammals.

Day 23 - Bharatpur-Deeg-Bharatpur

Morning visit the national park once again through the cycle rickshaw along with an expert naturalist. During the day visit Deeg to see the water palace (the Deeg Fort) – a capital of Jat rulers. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 24 - Bharatpur-Fatehpur Sikri-Agra (60 kms/ 01 ½ hrs)

Today you will be transferred to Agra stopping en-route at deserted capital of Mughal Emperor Akbar, Fatehpur Sikri. Arrive Agra, check in at the hotel. Later take a sightseeing tour of arguably the most beautiful monument of love the Taj Mahal – the most photogenic building in the world. Taj Mahal was made by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his pretty wife Mumtaz Mahal. Also visit historical Agra Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site). From Agra Fort, four of the mighty rulers from Mughal dynasty ruled their enormous empire in Indian Sub-Continental. Stay overnight at the hotel.

 

Day 25 - Agra-Sikandra-Agra

After breakfast visit Sikandra a beautiful mausoleum of Mighty Mughal Emperor Akbar. Also visit Itmad-Ul-Daula – a graveyard built by Nurjahan wife of Jahangir for her father Mirza Giyasiddin Beg or Itmad-Ul-Daula. It is one of the forerunners of Taj Mahal. In the afternoon take a tour of Dayalbagh – a center of Radhasaomi faith. This garden houses a marvelous temple made by white marble. The work at this temple is still on.

Day 26 - Agra-Mathura-Vrindavan-Neemrana (200 kms/ 05 hrs)

Today transfer to Neemrana Fort Palace stopping en-route to see the birth palace of Lord Krishna Mathura and the various temples at Vrindavan. Vrindavan is the place where Lord Krishna spent his childhood. Arrive at Neemrana; check in at Neemrana Fort Palace which is a destination in itself. Rest of the time is kept free to relax at the palace.

Day 27 - Neemrana-Delhi-Departure (120 kms/ 02 hrs)

At appropriate time, you will be transferred to Delhi international airport to embark the flight back to the onward destination. The tour will culminate here.

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