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Rajasthan Historical Tour
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Rajasthan Historical Tour
14 Days / 13 Nights
Delhi - Shekhawati -
Bikaner - Osian - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur - Samode
- Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra - Delhi
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Rajasthan
Historical Tour :: Day 01: Arrival in Delhi
Around midnight arrival in Delhi. The cosmopolitan City
and capital New Delhi is the main gateway for travelers.
Upon arrival, you will be met by our representative and
transferred to the Hotel.
Rajasthan Historical Tour ::
Day 02: Delhi
Morning at leisure. In the afternoon have sightseeing in
Old Delhi & take 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",
the site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated and Jama
Masjid, the great mosque of old Delhi. Today also visit
the famous "Humayun Tomb" and "Qutub Minar". "Qutub
Minar" is 71 meter high and consists of five stories. In
1199 work began on this tower which was intended to be
the most glorious tower of victory in the world. This
tower was damaged twice and repaired in 1326 and 1368.
Before you proceed to the Hotel drive through the
embassy area in New Delhi where you visit the India Gate
and see some impressive Government Buildings.
Rajasthan Historical Tour ::
Day 03. Delhi - Shekhawati (about 270 km)
After breakfast in the Hotel, we drive to Shekhawati
region. Arrival in Shekhawati in the late evening.
Rajasthan Historical Tour ::
Day 04. Shekhawati - Bikaner (about 190 km)
In the morning we visit the grand havellis of the
Shekhawati area. Shekhawati is a region of NE of
Rajasthan and is the After the visit of Shekhawati area
we proceed to Bikaner. After a short break in Bikaner we
visit the Junagarh Fort (1571-1611 AD) constructed of
red sandstone and marble with kiosks and balconies
embellishing the structure at intervals. This imposing
Fort and its palaces are an unforgettable experience for
us.
Rajasthan Historical Tour ::
Day 05. Bikaner - Osian - Jaisalmer (about 330 km)
Today we drive through the desert and proceed for
Jaisalmer via Osian.Osian is a great centre of Hindu and
Jain religions. The oldest Temple here was constructed
in 1178 AD.We arrive in Jaisalmer in the late evening.
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Day 06. Jaisalmer
Sightseeing of the medieval city of Jaisalmer.
Jaisalmer's crenellated golden sandstone walls and its
narrow streets lined with exquisitely carved buildings
makes this city unique. Jaisalmer is famous for its
carved havellis (grand mensions). In medieval times, its
prosperity was due to its location on the main trade
route linking India to Egypt, Arabia, Africa and the
West. Jaisalmer is a marvel of beautiful culture and
this city remains one of the most exotic city not only
in Rajasthan but in the whole of India. Some of the
visitors called this city "a living museum".We have a
walk through the old city and visit the Fort and the
Jain temple.In the afternoon we drive around 40 km. away
from Jaisalmer to sam dunes where we enjoy the sunset
before we drive back to Jaisalmer.
Rajasthan Historical Tour ::
Day 07. Jaisalmer - Jodhpur (about 290 km)
Early morning drive to Jodhpur.The city was once the
capital of the princely state of Marwar (Land of death).
Jodhpur is also known as the blue city as most of the
houses of the old city are painted blue. We 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. We also visit the Jaswant Thada, a
royal cenotaph built in white marble. After the
sightseeing we have a walk through the Bazaars of
Jodhpur.
Rajasthan Historical Tour ::
Day 08. Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Udaipur (about 260 km)
Today we drive to Udaipur. Enroute we will visit
Ranakpur.Ranakpur is known for its superbly carved
marble Jain Temples. An enormous basement of this temple
covers 48,000 sq. feet. There are four subsidiary
shrines, twenty four pillared halls. The total number of
columns is 1,444, all of which are intricately carved,
no two being alike. The Ranakpur Jain Temples were built
during the 15th century.We have a break in Ranakpur
before proceeding further for Udaipur. Udaipur is called
the romantic city of Rajasthan. A city built around
shimmering, clear, blue water lakes which reflect the
green hills of the Aravali ranges.
Rajasthan Historical Tour ::
Day 09. Udaipur
Today we visit Udaipur. We start our sightseeing with
the visit of Sahelion-Ki-Bari. After the visit of Garden
of Maids we visit a Museum of folk art. This museum has
a rich collection of Folk dresses, ornaments, puppets,
masks, dolls, folk musical instruments and paintings on
display. After a break we proceed to city palace, the
biggest Palace in India, The museum of the palace
includes the beautiful peacock mosaic and miniature wall
paintings of Indian mythology. In the evening we have a
Boat ride on the lake Pichola.The famous Lake Palace of
Udaipur was the summer residence of the former rulers.
The James bond Film Octopussy was shot here and made
this palace more known in the west.
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Day 10. Udaipur - Samode (about 450 km)
Today we drive to Samode. Samode is famous for its
palace where we have an overnight stay. We enjoy the
stay in the Samode Palace and visit the wonderful Darbar
Hall (Audience hall) and other parts of the palace of
Maharaja which are decorated beautifully with the
miniature paintings. On special occasions this wonderful
400 years old Palace of Samode is decorated and
fulfilled with traditional dance and music.
Rajasthan Historical Tour ::
Day 11. Samode - Jaipur (about 40 km)
Today we drive to the Pink City Jaipur. Jaipur is the
capital of Rajasthan and famous for its handicrafts and
precious and semiprecious stones. After a break in
Jaipur we visit the city palace in the afternoon 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 Mahrajas. We continue to Jantar
Mantar, a stone observatory, the largest of Jai Singh's
five remarkable observatories.
Rajasthan Historical Tour ::
Day 12. Jaipur
After breakfast we drive to the ancient capital of
Amber, laying 11 km. away from Jaipur. Amber was the
ancient capital of Kachhawaha dynasty for 6 centuries.
We will ascend to the Palace Fortress on the back of an
Elephant. Enroute to Amber we will visit the Hawa Mahal
(Palace of the Winds), built in 1799 AD, it contains 953
small casements with each having its own balcony. The
windows enabled cool air to circulate and the ladies to
watch processions below without being seen.In the
afternoon we 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.In
the evening we drive through the new city of Jaipur and
visit "Laxmi Narayan Mandir", a Hindu temple made out of
white marble. Today we have dinner with a presentation
of Indian music and dance.
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Day 13. Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (about 260 km)
Today we leave Rajasthan, Drive to Agra,Enroute we make
a stop and visit Fatehpur Sikri,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 supply. Afternoon
arrival in Agra. After a short break in the Hotel, visit
the Agra Fort, built by three of the greatest Mughal
emperors. After the visit of Agra Fort Back to Hotel.
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Day 14. Agra - Delhi
Early Morning 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. We spend enough time at Taj Mahal to take
this impressive memory home. After the visit of Taj
Mahal we have a look at the famous fine marble inlay
work which is still being done in Agra by the
descendants of the families of builders and artists of
the Taj Mahal. Afternoon drive to Delhi.
Around midnight flight to home destination. At the time
of departure our driver & representative will drop you
at International Airport. |
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