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Day 01: Delhi (Arrival)
Around midnight arrive in Delhi. Upon arrival, you will
be met by our representative and transferred to the
hotel.
Day 02: Delhi Corbett National Park (about 296
kms)
In the morning you will drive to the Corbett National
Park.
Day 03: Corbett National Park
Today in the morning after having the breakfast you will
have a jungle safari in the Corbett National Park.
Day 04: Corbett National Park Agra (about 420
kms)
Today you will drive to Agra. Arrival in Agra in the
late evening.
Day 05: Agra
Today, you will start your sightseeing by a visit to the
Agra Fort, built by three of the greatest Mughal
emperors. After the visit of Agra Fort you will proceed
to visit the most beautiful monument of India, the Taj
Mahal, an enduring monument to love, with a continually
fulfilling beauty. It was built by the Mughal Emperor
Shah Jahan between 1631-52, as a tomb and memorial to
his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal (Jewel of the Palace), who
died at the age of 39 giving birth to her 14th child.
Day 06: Agra Bharatpur (about 56 kms)
Today you will leave Agra and proceed to Bharatpur via
Fatehpur Sikri, which was once an imperial capital
frozen in time, constructed by Akbar the Great in the
16th century. This wonderful city constructed by red
sand stones was abandoned as abruptly as it had been
built. It has been generally stated that it was due to
failing in the water. After visiting Fatehpur Sikri you
will drive to Bharatpur. Bharatpur has its fame due to
Keoladeo Birds National Park. In the evening arrive in
Bharatpur.
Day 07: Bharatpur Bhandarej (about 110 kms)
Today in the morning you will visit the Bharatpur Bird
Sanctuary or Keoladeo Bird National Park. After visiting
the park you will leave Bharatpur and arrive at the
palace Hotel of Bhandarej which has a blend of Mughal
and Rajputana architecture. Rest of the day at leisure.
Day 08: Bhandarej Ranthambore (about 115 kms)
Today after the breakfast you will leave for Ranthambore.
Ranthambore is known for the world famous Ranthambore
National park. After a break and refreshment at our
hotel in Ranthambore you will have a jungle safari in
the Ranthambore National park.
Day 09: Ranthambore
In the early morning again you will explore the park.
Day 10: Ranthambore Jaipur (about 195 kms)
Today you will drive to the Pink City Jaipur. In the
afternoon arrival in Jaipur. The rest of the day at
leisure.
Day 11: Jaipur
After having breakfast you will drive to Amber which is
about 11 km from Jaipur. Amber was the ancient capital
of Kachhawaha dynasty for 6 centuries before it was
moved to newly created Jaipur. Here you will ascend to
the Palace Fortress on the back of an Elephant. Enroute
to Amber you will visit the Hawa Mahal (Palace of the
Winds), built in 1799 AD, it contains 953 small
casements with each having its own balcony. In the
afternoon you will visit the City Palace which is still
the formal residence of the royal family, built in a
blend of the Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. In the
museum of the city palace we visit the private
collection of the Jaipur Maharajas. Then you will have a
walk through the colourful Bazaar of Jaipur and visit a
factory to see the famous block printing work being done
since centuries in Jaipur. Later visit Jantar Mantar, a
stone observatory, the largest of Jai Singh's five
remarkable observatories. In the evening you will drive
through the new city of Jaipur and visit Laxmi Narayan
Mandir, a Hindu temple made out of white marble.
Day 12: Jaipur
The whole day at leisure in Jaipur. Today we would like
to invite you to visit an Indian family and have a cup
of tea with them while watching the Indian food cooked
just in front of you. You can learn to use the Indian
spices and the some of the secrets of Indian cooking
from the house lady. You also have an opportunity today
to meet an Ayurveda doctor and we also offer you an
Ayurveda Massage by the expert. You will learn how to
use the right oil for body massage as well as some more
information will be provided on Ayurveda by our experts.
Day 13: Jaipur Shekhawati (about 168 kms)
Today you will drive to Shekhawati region. Arrival in
Shekhawati in the late afternoon. Have a walk in the old
city of Shekhawati.
Day 14: Shekhawati
In the morning you will visit the grand havellis of the
Shekhawati area. Today you will also have an excursion
of Lachmangarh and Nawalgarh Area. Our driver will take
you the places where most of the tourists have not been.
Day 15: Shekhawati Bikaner (about 190 kms)
Today you will drive to Bikaner. After a short break in
Bikaner you will visit the Junagarh Fort (1571-1611 AD)
constructed of red sandstone and marble with kiosks and
balconies embellishing the structure at intervals. In
the evening visit a camel farm which is unique of its
kind in Asia and you will have an explanation from the
local Guide about the different breeds and behavior of
male and female camel and their life style.
Day 16: Bikaner
Today you will have a Camel Safari and enjoy the stay in
tent with all the basic facility. You will be
accompanied by our safari experts. Today you will be
served the food in the desert.
Day 17: Bikaner
Today also you will have a camel safari and enjoy the
stay in the tent. Today your dinner will be served under
the open sky with the candle light.
(Optional: Excursion
to Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary. Various animals can be
seen in this sanctuary like Nilgai, Chinkara and
Blackbuck. On the banks of the lake stands the royal
summer palace.)
Day 18: Bikaner - Jaisalmer (about 330 kms)
In the early morning again you will have camel safari
and then leave for Jaisalmer. Enroute you will just
drive for 30 kms. from Bikaner to Deshnok village and
visit the famous Karni Mata temple, the famous rat
temple. Very often one can see along the road to
Jaisalmer some of the antelopes of this region.
Blackbuck and fast running chinkara are the most common
among them. Arrive in Jaisalmer in the late evening.
Day 19: Jaisalmer
Today you will have sightseeing in Jaisalmer. There you
will have a walk through the old city and visit the
carved havellis, fort, Jain temple and Gadisar Lake. In
the afternoon you will drive around 40 km. away from
Jaisalmer to Sam dunes where you will enjoy the sunset
before you will drive back to Jaisalmer.
Day 20: Jaisalmer Osian - Jodhpur (about 290
kms)
Early morning drive to Jodhpur via Osian. Osian is a
great centre of Hindu and Jain religions. The oldest
Temple here was constructed in 1178 AD. After visiting
the temple you will proceed further to Jodhpur. In
Jodhpur you will visit the Mehrangarh Fort (majestic
fort). Mehrangarh Fort was built on a steep hill and is
among the best in India with exquisitely latticed
windows in residential apartments within. You will also
visit the Jaswant Thada, a royal cenotaph built in white
marble. After the sightseeing you will have a walk
through the Bazaars of Jodhpur.
Day 21: Jodhpur Rohetgarh (about 50 kms)
Today you will take leave from Jodhpur and drive to
Rohetgarh. Rohetgarh is famous for its fort of 17th
century which is now a luxury heritage hotel. You will
enjoy Jeep Safari to Bishnoi village. Bishnoi tribes
have made environmental and wildlife protection in their
religion in the 15th century and enjoy great respect
among other tribes of Rajasthan.
Day 22: Rohetgarh Ranakpur (about 150 kms)
Today you will drive to Ranakpur. Ranakpur is known for
its superbly carved marble Jain Temples. Today you will
visit the Ranakpur Jain temples and also discover this
small village on foot which is at the same time one of
the holiest and pilgrimage place for the Jains.
Day 23: Ranakpur Kumbhalgarh (about 48 kms)
Today you will drive to Kumbhalgarh. In the afternoon
arrive in Kumbhalgarh.
Day 24: Kumbhalgarh
Today you will visit the Kumbhalgarh fort. You will also
visit the Kumbhalgarh wildlife sanctuary. Your safari
route starts from the sanctuary from the Kumbhalgarh
Fort and take you across the sanctuary. On this route
you can see Chinkara, Blue big antelope, four horned
Antelope and many different kind of birds.
Day 25: Kumbhalgarh Mount Abu (about 240 kms)
Today you will drive to Mount Abu. Arrive in Mount Abu
in the evening. Rest of the day at leisure
Day 26: Mount Abu
After having breakfast you will visit the most famous
Dilwara Jain temples. Dilwara Jain Temples were
constructed between 11th and 13th centuries. After
visiting the temple you will have a walk at the focal
point of the town, Nakki Lake. This artificial lake is
ringed by hills and overhung by the enormous Toad Rock.
In the evening you will walk through the Bazaar up to
Sunset Point from here you can have the best view of the
mountain and also enjoy the sunset. Our driver will plan
for you a visit of Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary.
Day 27: Mount Abu Udaipur (about 185 kms)
Today you will drive to Udaipur. Arrival in Udaipur in
the afternoon. The rest of the day at leisure.
Day 28: Udaipur
Today you will start your sightseeing with the visit of
Sahelion-Ki-Bari. This Garden of the Maids of Honour is
well laid out with extensive lawns and shady walks.
After the visit of Garden of Maids you will visit a
Museum of folk art. After a break you will visit the
City Palace, the biggest Palace in India, where 4
generations of Maharajas added their contribution. The
museum of the palace includes the beautiful peacock
mosaic and miniature wall paintings of Indian mythology.
Today you will have an opportunity to visit a
traditional painting school and see the famous miniature
paintings done. In the evening you will have a Boat ride
on the lake Pichola.
Day 29: Udaipur (Excursion to Nagda)
Today you will drive to Nagda and visit some of the
temples in Nagda.
Day 30: Udaipur - Delhi (by air)
In the morning you will take a flight to New Delhi. Upon
arrival you will be met by our representative and
transferred to the hotel. In the afternoon you will have
sightseeing in Old Delhi. You will have a Rickshaw Ride
parallel to the Red Fort through the old city and famous
Silk Road and Silver Bazaar. Sightseeing of Old Delhi
includes Rajghat, Jama Masjid, Humayun Tomb and Qutub
Minar. Before you will proceed to the hotel you will
drive through New Delhi where you will visit the India
Gate, Government Buildings and Embassies.
Day 31: Flight to home destination
Around midnight flight to home destination.
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