Duration : 20 Nights / 21
Days
Day 1 : On Board to Delhi :
Leave your country.
Day 2 : Delhi :
Arrive Delhi around midnight and transfer with assistance to your pre-booked hotel. Morning at leisure. Perhaps there is no other capital city in the world so steeped in history and legend as the Indian capital, Delhi. Afternoon sightseeing to Red Fort, Jama Masjid Mosque and Humayuns tomb. O/n Hotel.
Day 3 : Delhi / Agra :
We leave early morning by the Shatabdi Express to Agra (2 hours). On arrival, transfer to hotel. Later we visit India's most celebrated monument the Taj Mahal, built as a monument of eternal love by Shah Jahan to the bride Mumtaz. Also visit the Red Fort, Akbar began building Agra Fort in 1565, with additions of the citadel being made through to the time of Akbar's
grandson, ShahJahan (King of the World). The forts have fine views of the Taj across the River Yamuna. Evening free to relax. O/n Hotel.
Day 4 : Agra / Ranthambore (5 hours drive) :
Morning after breakfast a beautiful drive through colourful Rajasthan to Ranthambore National Park. Ranthambore Tiger Reserve is situated at the eastern end of Aravalli range. The rolling hills, dry dhok forest and tranquil lakes, decorated with the crumbling ruins of numerous temples and a hilltop fort, epitomize all the princely splendor of this famous Rajput state. The reserve also offers one of the best opportunities for seeing tiger during the day, as well as many other mammals. The bird life here is also superb, particularly around the lakes. O/n Hotel.
Day 5 : Ranthambore :
Morning and evening game viewing by jeep with knowledgeable guide. O/n Tents.
Day 6 : Ranthambore / Jaipur. (3 hours drive)
Morning explore sanctuary and after lunch drive to (Jaipur pink city). Built in 1727, Jaipur was the dream of the brilliant ruler Jai Singh. Jaipur is known as the pink city because many buildings are still washed pink, the traditional colour of welcome, which was originally introduced to honor the visit of the Prince Albert in 1856 Overnight in hotel. Evening free. O/n Hotel.
Day 7 : Jaipur :
This morning we drive to nearby Arnber, ascending by elephant to see the 16th century hilltop fortress -palace and its richly decorated apartments. you will visit the palace and its many intricate chambers and hallways, which had breathtaking views of the Jal Mahal (Water Palace) below. In the afternoon we visit City Palace still inhabited by Jai Singh's descendants, it is a superb fusion of Rajput and Mughal architecture. On the periphery of the Palace stands the Hawa Mahal, the Palace of Winds, an elaborate pink sandstone facade behind which the ladies of the court used to watch the daily goings on in the street below. O/n Hotel.
Day 8 : Jaipur / Bikaner (7 hours drive) :
Aterbreakfast drive to Bikaner in the desert region, known for the beautiful frescoes which adorn many of the buildings. Afternoon sightseeing of imposing 16th century pink -sandstone Junagarh fort. O/n Hotel.
Day 9 : Bikaner / Jaisalmer. (7/8 hours drive) :
Today leave early, for a longish but rewarding drive. Enroute stop at a local tea shop for cold drinks or a hot cup of sweet milky chai (Indian tea). The approach to Jaisalmer across the barren Thar Desert is magical, as the city shimmers like a mirage. O/n Hotel.
Day 10 : Jaisalmer :
Sightseeing in Jasilmer, a medieval city of elaborately carved mansions (havelis) in yellow sandstone, built by rich merchants at a time when the city was a key stopping place on the caravan routes from the Middle East. Visit to Jaislamer Fort, often referred as the golden fort because of the colour of the sandstone, which seems to emerge from the desert sands. Jaisalmer has been described as an open air museum and to enter its narrow cobbled lanes is to step into a bygone age. O/n Hotel.
Day 11 : Jaisalmer ( Camel Safari) :
After breakfast we drive about 35 kms to Barna to the starting point of our Camel safari, we camel only for two hours to the beautiful desert village of Kundra. Arrive and camp overnight. Late evening visit to the village, meet local people. O/n Tents.
Day 12 : Thar Desert (Camel Safari) :
After breakfast carnell walk through the desert to Khuri (about 5hrs), a small picturesque desert village of decorated mud thatched buildings and shifting sand dunes. O/n Tents at Khuri.
Day 13 : Khuri / Jodhpur (7 hours) :
Today we drive south to the historic Jodhpur, second largest city of Rajasthan. We stay 2 nights at the nearby Luni in delightful Chanwa Fort hotel. The blue city of Jodhpur is situated at the entrance of the Thar Desert in the region called Marwas. The massive Mehrangarh Fort looms over the city and the red sandstone palaces within the fort form one of the most impressive complexes in Rajasthan. Its museum contains sections which house armory, palanquins, howdahs and headgear from all the communities of Rajasthan. O/n Hotel.
Day 14 : Jodhpur / Narlai (6hrs.) :
This morning we depart Jodhpur via Ranakpur to Narlai. We pass through typical Rajasthani villages and towns on our journey. We will visit Ranakpur Jain temple, the largest Jain temple complex in India. The building is supported by 1444 ornately carved marble pillars through which sunlight pours, creating complex patterns of light and shadow. From here we drive another 30min to our overnight at Narlai, in delightful Rawala Narlai. O/n Hotel.
Day 15 : Narlai/ Kumbalgarh ( 2hrs) :
After breakfast we drive to Kumbalgarh, visit the stunning fort and stay overnight in hotel.
Day 16 : Kumbalgarhl / ThandiBeri ( 11 kms trek/about 4 hrs) :
After breakfast transfer to the trekking point about 30 min drive, and begin our trek through Kumbalgarh Sanctuary. The nature is surprisingly different in this part of Rajasthan, with rocky hills and plentiful greenery. We trek down through dense forests, with abundance of birds; we may also spot some spotted deer. Our overnight stay will be in simple forest rest house Thandiberi which commands beautiful views of the surrounding hills, and a small lake full of birds and crocodiles. Overnight in Rest house.
Day 18 :Thandi Beri / Bagh ka Bagh (about 10kms, 4hrs walking) :
Our 4 hour walk through the dry dhok forest, bushes and isolated tribal villages follows mostly a well worn trail with gradual ascents and descents. There is a variety of birdlife here and we may see a nilgay, or even Indian gazal. We reach Ghanerao, a small charming town, away from the touristy paths. Wondering around in the narrow streets will give us the feeling that time has stopped. We spend the night in the Royal Castle, private property of the Maharaja himself, an authentic Maharaja's family-home. O/n Hotel. (full board).
Day 19 : Ghanerao - Udaipur (2hrs drive) :
We start our day with a short drive (80kms) through the beautiful Aravalli hills to the romantic lake city of Udaipur. We arrive at our delightful heritage hotel, and have plenty of time to relax in the garden and / or swimming pool. Afternoon is free to visit the local bazaar or go boating on Lake Pichola. O/n Hotel.
Udai Vilas - Udaipur
Day 20 : Udaipur / Delhi :
After breakfast full day visit to City Palace -the largest palace complex in Rajasthan, comprising many buildings added at different time by various maharajas. A boat ride around Lake Pichola offers spectacular views of the city. The City Palace towers over the lake and you will also see the merchant's havelis, temples, the royal hunting lodge and the exquisite Gul Mahal Pavilion on Jag Mandir Island. Also visit the ornamental gardens of the Maids of Honor or Sahelion ki Bari. Evening transfer to the airport for flight to Delhi. Arrive Delhi and transfer to the airport hotel for few hours for dinner / wash and change before leaving for the International airport.
Day 21 : Delhil Europe fly :
Just past midnight fly back to your home country.
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