Day 01: Delhi Arrival
On your arrival at international airport, transfer to your hotel.
Delhi, India’s modern capital is also an ancient city tracing its origins in legend. It is dotted with hundreds of landmarks and offers more than a millennium of history in stone. From here various Hindu and Muslim dynasties including the Mughals ruled India. When British administration moved to Delhi and New Delhi became the Capital of India once again.
Morning take the Half day tour of New Delhi.
Visiting Qutub Minar, One of the fine examples of early afghan architecture, Humayun Tomb, built by the wife of Humayun, Haji Begum in the mid 16th century, this red sand stone structure is considered to be the predecessor of Taj Mahal. Drive past India Gate (A War memorial) and Presidency House.
Afternoon take Half day tour of old Delhi.
Old Delhi tour include the drive past to Red Fort, visit to Jama Masjid, Commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and completed in the year 1656 AD, it is one of the largest and best-known mosques, and later enjoy cycle rickshaw ride within Chandani Chowk market.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 02: Delhi - Mandawa (250 Kms/05 & ½ Hrs)
Morning proceed for Mandawa by surface, and on arrival check –in the hotel.
Mandawa former capital Shekhawati region famous for its beautiful heritage havelies and colorful frescos art works. Mandawa, a remote feudal principality in the centre of the Shekhawati region, was a trading outpost for the ancient caravan routes that stopped here from China and the Middle East.
Rest of the day visits the Shekhavati villages.
The whole area of Shekhavati has beautiful frescoes, havelis & mansions and is called the open air gallery.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 03: Mandawa - Bikaner (190 Kms/04 & ½Hrs)
Morning proceed for Bikaner by surface, and on arrival check-in into your hotel.
The city was founded by Rao Bika in 1486 and from its small origins it has developed into the fourth largest city in Rajasthan. The city is also known for its intricately carved Jharokas. These stone screens are found on the windows of forts and havellis - traditionally, women would use the screens to watch the world while remaining hidden.
Later proceed for an excursion of Junagarh Fort.
Junagarh Fort made of red sandstone, exhibits a wonderful mingling of Eastern and Western style. Built by Rai Singh between 1588 and 1593, has a 986-metre-long wall with 37 bastions. The fort and its palaces are profusely decorated with magnificent stone carvings.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 04: Bikaner - Jaisalmer
Morning proceed for Jaisalmer by surface en route visit Osian where you see the famous 8th century Jain temples.
Osian” According to historical records, the history of Osian can be traced back to as far back as the 8th century. In fact Osian was a flourishing desert trading center in between the 8th and 12th centuries.
On arrival at Jaisalmer check–in into the hotel for overnight stay.
This desert fortress is one of Rajasthan's most exotic and unusual towns. Jaisalmer, an important ancient trading centre because of its strategic location on the camel trade routes, is often described as the 'golden city'. The havelis, built by merchants of the 19th century, are exquisitely carved from Golden-yellow sandstone and are still in a beautiful condition.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 05: In Jaisalmer
Morning proceed for city tour of Jaisalmer,
Visiting Jaisalmer Fortknown as Sonar Quila ‘ The Golden fort’ is one of the largest of desert forts of the world. Manak Chowk, Salim Singh Ki Haveli (Mansion), Patwon-Ki Haveli-one of the largest and most elaborate Havelis in Jaisalmer, and Gadi sagar Lake.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 06: Jaisalmer – Badabagh
Morning start Camel Safari for Badabagh,
This site of royal cenotaphs of Bhatti Rajput Kings (The then rulers of Jaisalmer) Also visit Baisakhai, a typical village, visit a Hindu temple then proceed to Ramkunda, a holy place with beautiful landscapes & Hindu temples.
Stay overnight in tent.
Day 07: Badabagh – Lodharva
Morning proceed for Ludharva via Roopsi, a mixed cast village with mud and stick houses. Later visit Jain temple & proceed to Chatrayil, a traditional and typical muslim village.
Stay overnight in tent.
Day 08: Lodharva – Salkha
Morning proceed to Salkha a traditional Rajput village. Later visit Sand dunes.
Stay overnight in tent.
Day 09: Salkha – Masoordi
Morning proceed to Masoordi via Kanoi, a typical carpenters village. Later proceed to Jeseiri, a water tank surroundings by Oasis and beautiful landscape.
Stay overnight in tent.
Day 10: Masoordi – Deesagar – Kuldhara
Morning you will proceed to Deegasar via Dedha, a Rajput village and the life style of Rajputs.
Deegasar is a place which is surrounded with beautiful landscape and a small lake. Later proceed for Kuldhara via a small Rajput Dhani, a typical group of houses where people stay while cultivating their agriculture fields.
Arrive Kuldhara and stay overnight in tent.
Day 11: Kuldhara – Jaisalmer
Morning proceed for Jaisalmer visiting Moolsagar and Amarsagar and on arrival check-in into hotel.
Stay overnight in tent.
Day 12: Jaisalmer – Jodhpur
Morning you will drive to Jodhpu and on arrival check0in into the hotel
The home of the Rathore rulers Jodhpur Once the capital of the Marwar state, it was founded in 1459 A.D. by Rao Jodha- chief of the Rathore clan of Rajputs who claimed to be descendants of Rama – the epic hero of the Ramayana.
Later sightseeing tour of the city;
Visit The Mehrangarh Fort situated at an altitude of about 125 metres is spread over an area of 5 sq. km and has seven gates. The Jaswant Thada is a white marble memorial built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant II in 1899. The Umaid Bhawan is a majestic building that presently functions as a hotel and museum. The Mandore Gardens, situated about 8 km from Jodhpur, has cenotaphs of the Jodhpur rulers.
Day 13: Jodhpur – Jaipur
Morning you drive to Jaipur and on arrival check - in at into the hotel for overnight stay.
Jaipur has been like that since 1727 when Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II had it built. And In 1876 A.D. Jaipur dressed itself in pink to welcome Prince Albert, consort of Queen Victoria and earned the epitaph ‘PINK CITY', it is also a home of excellent handicrafts especially known for the exquisite gold jewellery enameled or inlaid with precious stones, blue pottery, carving on wood, stone & ivory, block print, tie & dye textiles, hand made paper, miniature painting etc.
Day 14: In Jaipur
Morning we take an excursion to the Amber Fort and afternoon visit the city.
Visiting impressive Amber Fort situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, The Fort, completed in the early 18th century, took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruling families. A royal elephant ride to ascend the fort (depending upon the availability else by jeep). Also visit Sheesh Mahal or the Hall of Victory glittering with mirrors.
Next visit Maharaja's City Palace, the Observatory, & Ram Niwas Gardens. Later stop at Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace) for photography. Hawa Mahal was built in 1799, its original intention was to allow royal ladies to observe everyday life in the street below without being seen.
Day 15: Depart Delhi
In time you will transfer to international airport to connect flight for onward journey.
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