Rajasthan Heritage Tour
Rajasthan Heritage Tour
Duration : 09Nights / 10 Days
Destinations Covered : Delhi - Agra -
Jaipur - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Pushkar - Kishangrah
Day : 01 Arrival at Delhi
Company
representatives will receive you on arrival at the Indira Gandhi International
Airport in New Delhi. You will be guided to the hotel where a warm welcome
awaits you, you will be greeted by flower garlands followed by a welcome drink
and sweets (Mithai). A briefly introduction about the Rajasthan Heritage Tour
and the places it's going to cover will be given also introduced to the city of
glorious past-the Delhi. Retreat to your hotel rooms for an over night stay.
Day : 02 Delhi Sightseeing
Morning after breakfast
of your choice a sightseeing tour of Old Delhi is organized, you will be driving
in deluxe coaches fully A/C to the Raj Ghat - a memorial where Mahatma Gandhi
was cremated surrounded by big lawns embellished with flowers; Jama Masjid - the
largest mosque in India and the Red Fort - built in red stone by great emperor
Shah Jhan. You will be definitely enthralled by the colorful bazaars of Chandani
Chok- once the shopping hub for the royal ladies and can enjoy some delicious
delicacies of the market.
After lunch excitement includes an extensive
sightseeing tour of New Delhi. You will visit to the Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub
Minar, a drive along the historical boulevard includes - Rajpath, the imposing
India Gate, Parliament House, the President's Residence. You can enjoy shopping
at Connaught Place- the center of Delhi or from Palika Bazaars. Later in the
evening there is a traditional dance program organized for you in the commercial
theatre-enjoy it up to full extent. Dinner at hotel with over night stay.
Day : 03 Delhi - Agra (By Road 221 km/05 hrs)
After
breakfast proceed to Agra. Akbar and Shah Jahan the 2 Mughal czar transformed
the little village of Agra into an appropriate second capital of the Mughal
Empire - giving it the name Dar-ul-Khilafat (seat of the Emperor). Today Agra
stands as a monumental city comprising of some splendid edifices. Even modern
Agra still reflects its Mughal heritage most evidently.
Your day
itinerary will start by visiting Taj- the 7th wonder of the world. Taj Mahal is
spiritual being a raison-de-etre for every tourist's visit to Agra. You will be
left spell bound at the vision of this great magnum opus built by Shah Jahan, in
memory to his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. You will wonder at the sight that the
great Taj took 22 years to be completed employing almost 20,000 workers. Don't
forget to note the engraved carving that was once embellished with precious
stones and jewels, later taken away by the British. Also enjoy battery van ride
to the Taj Mahal.
Proceed for sightseeing to the Agra Fort - a huge
monument ensconced with many palaces, gardens, the picture perfect Pearl Mosque.
You will have a magnificent view of Taj Mahal from the fort, which is a major
tourist attraction. Later pay a visit to Itmadullah's Tomb built by Empress Noor
Jehan in memory of her father. The interiors of the tomb are worth to pay
attention, as they are considered better than the Taj.
A walk down the
narrow bustling streets of the city will introduce the visitor to the wafting
aroma of Mughlai cuisine. Enjoy shopping at Agra. Overnight will be at Agra.
Day : 04 Agra - Jaipur (By
Road 221 km/05 hrs)
After breakfast drive to beautiful Pink City - Jaipur.
En-route Fatehpur Sikri the deserted city built in red sandstone. It a veritable
fairytale city and its "ruins" are in pristine condition ... also visits the
Bulund Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world. Fatehpur Sikri a must visit
destination.
By after noon you will be in the princely state of
Rajasthan- Jaipur. Check in at the hotel.
Popularly known as the Pink
City because of the extensive use of the locally abundant pink plastered stone,
painted in honor of Queen Victoria. Jaipur thrills the soul with its massive
forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite temples and lush gardens. Overnight will
be at Jaipur.
Day : 05 Jaipur Sightseeing Tour
Morning after breakfast drive to Amber Palace perched on a hilltop and
enjoys the Elephant ride to the fort. From top of the fort you can have a scenic
view of the whole city of Jaipur.
After lunch continue city sightseeing
tour of City Palace- housing the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the
City Palace Museum. Jantar Mantar - it will give you much information about the
astronomical instruments that use to work in the by gone era. Hawa Mahal- you
will be bewitched viewing the ornamental facade of this "Palace of Winds", with
its fine trelliswork, elaborate balconies with 953 niches and windows.
Evenings at your leisure- freak out in the colorful markets of Jaipur or
relax in your hotel with some recreational activities. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day : 06 Jaipur - Jodhpur (By Road 280 km/06
hrs)
After breakfast proceed to Jodhpur. Reach Jodhpur and check into hotel.
Located at the border of the Thar Desert the city was once the capital of the
Marwar State. The main attraction of the city Mehrangarh Fort looms on the top
of a rocky hill, at a height of 125m. In the afternoon visit Mehrangarh Fort
(1459 AD), it houses many miniature paintings & cradle room followed by a
visit to Jaswant Thada Memorial. Overnight will be at Jodhpur.
Day : 07 Jodhpur - Udaipur (By Road
250km/05hrs)
Morning drive to Udaipur. Visit Ranakpur en route Paying visit
to the famous Jain Temple, is the part of the itinerary. The unique feature of
the are its 200 unique pillars, none of which are alike supporting its 29 halls
embellished with intricate carving and sculptures. Reach Udaipur 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. Its fairy-tale palaces, shimmering
blue 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 Pichhola is an enticing sight. Overnight will be at
Udaipur.
Day : 08 Udaipur Sightseeing Tour
After
enjoying the delicious Rajasthani cuisine proceed for your sightseeing tour of
Udaipur. Morning first destination will be the royal City Palace. Here you will
marvel at room's decor with mirrored walls and ivory doors colored glass windows
and inlaid marble balconies and the Peacock Courtyard.
After lunch start
your journey for Lake Pichola. Proceed for Evening Motor launch cruise on the
lake. From the 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.
Next
visit the Jag Mandir Palace - the other island palace in the middle of the lake.
Spend some time at the Jag Mandir Palace. Visit the 300-year-old Jagdish Temple
and the Royal Cenotaphs of the Rajput kings. Overnight will be at Udaipur.
Day : 09 Udaipur - Pushkar (By Road 250km/05hrs)
Next morning start your cruiser for Pushkar after
breakfast. En-route Ajmer, pay your homage at the holy pilgrim of Muslims- the
Dargah Sharif Tomb of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, which is equally
worshiped by the Hindus and Muslims. After lunch proceed to Pushkar. Check in at
Pushkar Palace.
Visit the famous Brahma Temple the only temple dedicated
to Lord Brahma 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.
Visit the Ghats as the city has
beautiful 52 bathing Ghats and 500 temples each having its own miraculous
qualities and powers of healing and with varied architectural styles. In the
evening visit the Rose Garden of Rajasthan famous for its rose essence, the
Pushkar rose is also exported to the world. Overnight at Pushkar.
Day : 10 : Pushkar - Kishangrah - Delhi (By Road
352km/07 hrs)
Morning drive to Kishangarh after breakfast. Kishangarh is on
the National Highway 8 in the Center of Rajasthan, 100 Km South West of Jaipur.
It is primarily known for its world famous Miniature Paintings and
Handicrafts and for the largest marble and granite cutting industry in the
Country. Other attractions of the city are the fort of Kishangarh, Phool Mahal
(Palace of the flowers) for the Maharaja's of Kishangarh.
A private
residence of the Royal Family of Kishangarh opens for the discerning traveler.
The Palace has lovely views of centuries old "Gundalao Lake" - is a paradise to
flamingoes, pelicans, wild duck and the sarus (crane).
Lunch will be at
Phool Mahal.
Start for Delhi and reach by evening. You will be transfer
to the airport for your home destination.
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