Duration: 11 Nights/12 Days
Destinations Covered: Delhi - Jaipur - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer
- Jodhpur - Udaipur- Delhi
Day 01: Arrival Delhi
Welcome
to India. Meeting upon arrival and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon
a combined sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi. On your visit to Old Delhi,
we will take you to the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat and your visit to New
Delhi will begin with a drive through the prestigious streets of the Diplomatic
Enclave then on to India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhawan and Humayun's Tomb. Finally,
your tour ends after visiting the Qutub Minar. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 02: Delhi - Jaipur
Morning drive to Jaipur (258kms / 6 hours). Upon arrival check in at the hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 03: Jaipur
Morning, proceed for an excursion to Amber Fort. Ascend the fort on an elephant’s
back. Afternoon proceed for a city tour of Jaipur which will include a visit
to the Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar and the City Palace which is the royal residence
built in a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal styles. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 04: Jaipur –Mandawa
Morning
drive to Mandawa (157kms / 4 hours). Upon arrival check in at the hotel. Afternoon
proceed for sightseeing tour of Mandawa - known in the Shekhawati region as
the ' Open Art Gallery of Rajasthan '. You will stroll around the palace and
explore the havelis (traditional residences of the landlords) which are famous
for their frescoes and beautiful facade and enjoy camel cart ride. Overnight
at the hotel.
Day 05: Mandawa -Bikaner
Morning drive to Bikaner (190 kms / 5 hours ) Upon arrival check in at the hotel.
Afternoon visit the Junagarh Fort and camel breeding farm. Overnight at the
hotel.
Day 06: Bikaner- Jaisalmer
Morning drive to Deshnoke Temple (35 kms / 1 hour) where you will have the opportunity
to witness ritual offerings to the rats at the Karni Mata Temple (Deshnoke Temple).
Later continue your drive (340 kms / 8 hours) to Jaisalmer. On arrival check
in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 07: Jaisalmer
Morning proceed for city sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer visiting the Jaisalmer
Fort, havelis, Gadisar Tank and Bada Bagh. Afternoon drive to Sam to witness
the sunset over sand dunes. Enjoying the camel ride in this Rajasthani backdrop
is an experience to cherish. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 08: Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
Absorb the local scenery as you proceed by road to Jodhpur (308 kms / 6 hours).
Upon arrival check in at the hotel. Later a city tour will take you to the Mehrangarh
Fort and Mandore Gardens. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 09: Jodhpur -Udaipur
Notice
the change of topography as you cross the Aravali hills on your way to Udaipur
( 259 kms / 7 hours).You will also be visiting Ranakpur Jain Temples enroute
to get the opportunity to study the intricate sculptures. Upon arrival in Udaipur
check in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 10: Udaipur
Udaipur affords you yet another reason to sample the life style of the nobility
with a morning city tour and a boat ride in the lake Pichola in the afternoon.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 11: Udaipur- Delhi
Morning at leisure. Late afternoon transfer to the airport to board your flight
for Delhi where you will be met and transferred to the International airport
for your onward journey.
Day 12: Delhi - Abroad
Though your tour ends today we hope you will cherish forever your experience
and memories of India.
