Duration:18 Days / 17 Nights
Destinations Covered: Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Sawai Madhopur - Pushkar - Udaipur - Jodhpur - Jaisalmer - Bikaner - Jaipur - Delhi
Day 1: Arrival in Delhi
Begin your 6-day Golden Triangle Tour of three majestic cities namely Delhi, Agra and Jaipur by arriving at the international/ domestic airport in Delhi. On arrival, our representative will escort you to the hotel. Enjoy a traditional Indian welcome at the reception, check in and relax for the day. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Delhi.
Day 2: Delhi
Proceed on a sightseeing tour of the New and Old Delhi after an early morning breakfast at the hotel. Visit Qutub Minar, Jama Masjid, Red Fort, Raj Ghat, India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhawan, Humayun Tomb and the Bahai Temple. The rest of the day is free for you to spend at leisure. Enjoy the various recreational facilities available at the hotel or check out the nearby markets for souvenirs and curios. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 3: Delhi - Agra
Proceed on a 6-hour drive to Agra after an early morning breakfast at the hotel. On arrival in Agra, check in at the hotel, refresh and move for an enthralling city sightseeing tour. First in line is the Akbar's Tomb at Sikandra followed by Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Itmad-Ud-Daulah's Tomb (famously known as Baby Taj). Visit the local markets in the evening to enjoy the sights and sounds of Agra. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Agra.
Day 4: Agra - Jaipur
Proceed on a drive to Jaipur after an early morning breakfast at the hotel. En route, visit the legendary ghost town of Fatehpur Sikri. See the colossal Bulund Darwaza, Jama Masjid and Shaikh Salim Chisti's tomb on an hour long heritage walk. On arrival in Jaipur, check in at the hotel and proceed for a tour of Jaipur city. Visit the City Palace and Museum, Jantar Mantar Observatory, Hawa Mahal, Birla Planetarium and Birla Temple. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Jaipur.
Day 5: Jaipur
Proceed on a half day sightseeing tour of the Pink City. Visit the magnificent Amber Fort that was once the powerbase of the rulers of Jaipur. After a long walk along the ramparts or an exhilarating elephant ride, you arrive within the fort city that has palaces, temples, courts, pavilions, terraces, traditional ventilation system done in Rajasthani architectural style and enamored with jewels from world over. After a detailed tour of Amber Fort, also visit Jaigarh Fort and Nahargarh Fort. The rest of the day is free for shopping. Jaipur is renowned world over for its jewelry, stones, wax work and textiles. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Jaipur.
Day 6: Jaipur - Sawai Madhopur
Proceed for a 162 km long drive to Sawai Madhopur (gateway to Ranthambore National Park) after breakfast at the hotel. On arrival in the erstwhile gaming reserve of the Maharajas, check in at the forest lodge and relax for the day. Dinner and overnight stay in Sawai Madhopur.
Day 7: Sawai Madhopur - Ranthambore National Park - Sawai Madhopur
Proceed on a full day exploration of the Ranthambore Ntional Park after breakfast at the lodge. You can choose from jeep and elephants as mode for your jungle safari. A full day of game viwing and treks to the Ranthambore Fort are the day's attractions. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay in Sawai Madhopur.
Day 8: Sawai Madhopur - Pushkar
Proceed on 275 km long drive to Pushkar after breakfast at the lodge. On arrival in one of the most significant Hindu pilgrimage destinations in India, check in at the hotel and refresh. Post lunch visit the only Brahma Temple in the world and bathe in the holy waters of the Pushkar Lake. Also trek to the Nag Pahar (snake mountain) and enjoy the panoramic view of the bustling temple town dotted with nearly 500 odd temples and an equal number of lakes. If you are touring Pushkar during the Cattle Fair season, a must see is the Pushkar Fair. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Pushkar.
Day 9: Pushkar - Udaipur
Proceed on a short drive to Udaipur after breakfast at the hotel. On arrival in the city of lakes and palaces, check in at the hotel and take in the view offered by your window. Post lunch proceed for a sunset boat ride on Lake Pichola. The rest of th evening is free for you to spend at leisure. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Udaipur.
Day 10: Udaipur
Proceed on a sightseeing tour of the city after breakfast at the hotel. Visit Lake Palace, City Palace, and Jag Niwas Island and Jag Mandir Palace. Later in the evening, take a sunset curise on the fabulous Lake Pichola. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Udaipur.
Day 11: Udaipur - Jodhpur
Proceed on a drive to your next destination Jodhpur. On arrival in the desrt city, check in at the hotel and relax. Post lunch take a tour of Umaid Bhawan Palace and musuem. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Jodhpur.
Day 12: Jodhpur
Proceed for a jeep tour of the Bishnoi dominated villages around Jodhpur after breakfast at the hotel. Later go on a sightseeing tour of the city. Visit Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada memorial. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Jodhpur.
Day 13: Jodhpur - Jaisalmer
Proceed for a scenic drive to Jaisalmer, the desert citadel of Rajasthan. On arrival in the Jaisalmer located in the center of Thar Desert, check in at the hotel, refresh and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Jaisalmer.
Day 14: Jaisalmer
Move for a full day city sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer that includes visits to the 12th century Jaislamer Fort, Salim Singh ki Haveli, Patwon ki Haveli, Gandhi Sagar Tank and Barabagh Hill. Post lunch go on a camel safari to the nearby villages set in the Thar Desert. Enjoy the sunset, the tradtional dances, and the authentic desert food. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Jaisalmer.
Day 15: Jaisalmer - Bikaner
Proceed on a 333 km long drive to Bikaner after breakfast at the hotel. On arrival in the camel country of Rajasthan and one of the commercial centers in the desert state, check in at the hotel, refresh and spend the day on leisure activities. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Bikaner.
Day 16: Bikaner
Move on a full day sightseeing tour of Bikaner after breakfast at the hotel. Visit Junagarh Fort, Lal Garh Palace, Ganga Singh Museum, mansions, Asia's largest camel breeding farm, and Karni Mata Temple. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Bikaner.
Day 17: Bikaner - Jaipur
Proceed on a 320 km drive to Jaipur after breakfast at the hotel. On arrival in the Pink City, check in at the hotel and realx for the day. You can enjoy the many recreational facilities available at the hotel. Alternatively, you can walk down to the local markets and enjoy the street food after shopping for souvenirs. Return to the hotel for overnight stay in Jaipur.
Day 18: Jaipur - Delhi
On the last day of your Royal Rajasthan Tour, drive back to Delhi after breakfast at the hotel. On arrival in Delhi, transfer to the international / domestic airport to board the flight back home or to your onward destination.
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