Duration:17 Days / 16 Nights
Destinations Covered:Delhi - Mandawa - Bikaner - Khimsar - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Deogarh - Pushkar - Jaipur - Agra - Delhi
Day 1: Arrival in Delhi
Our representative will greet you on arrival at the Delhi International Airport (IG) in the evening. Transfer to the hotel immediately, check in and relax for the day. Spend the evening at leisure amidst the many recreational facilities provided by the hotel you are staying in and enjoy the varied tastes of India in the cosmopolitan capital. Overnight stay at the hotel in Delhi.
Day 2: Delhi
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a sightseeing tour of New and Old Delhi Visit the Humayun's Tomb, Jama Masjid, Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple, Rashtrapati Bhavan, India Gate, Raj Ghat, and shop at Connaught Place. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 3: Delhi - Mandawa
After breakfast, drive to Mandawa that was once the playground of Maharajas and royalty and is now known as the town of open-air galleries. On arrival, check in at the Mandawa Castle turned heritage hotel and immediately proceed for a sightseeing tour that includes visits to the frescoed havelis (mansions), and fort. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Mandawa.
Day 4: Mandawa - Bikaner
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to the desert commercial center of Bikaner, Rajasthan via Fatehpur that falls on the ancient spice route to Central Asia. On arrival in Bikaner, check in at hotel. In the afternoon, proceed for a half day sightseeing tour that includes visits to the 15th century Junagarh Fort, the many palaces, pavilions, courts and temples with the complex, Lalgarh Palace, and Camel Breeding Farm. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Bikaner.
Day 5: Bikaner - Khimsar
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Khimsar. A remote village located in Rajasthan's rural countryside, Khimsar offers a kaleidoscope of desert countryside. On arrival, check in at the hotel and immediately proceed for a sightseeing tour that includes visits to the Khimsar Fort turned heritage hotel, walks to the local bazaars, and interaction with the Bishnoi tribe that dominates the region. Overnight stay at the hotel in Khimsar.
Day 6: Khimsar - Jaisalmer
After a rather early morning breakfast, drive to Jaisalmer- the desert citadel of Rajasthan. On arrival, check in at the hotel and immediately proceed for a sightseeing tour of the city in the afternoon. Visit Jaisalmer Fort and see the sun set on the royal Cenotaphs. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Jaisalmer.
Day 7: Jaisalmer
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a half day sightseeing tour of Jailsamer that includes visits to Manak Chowk, Patwon Ki Haveli, Salim Singh Ki Haveli, boat rides on Gadisar Lake, and camel safaris to Sam dunes. Return to the hotel for and overnight stay in Jaisalmer.
Day 8: Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Jodhpur. En route, visit Mandore (9 km) for sightseeing. On arrival in the desert city synonymous with valor and romance, check in at hotel. In the afternoon, proceed for a sightseeing tour of the city that includes visits to Mehrangarh Fort, Moti Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Phool Mahal, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhavan Palace, and Royal centotaphs. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Jodhpur
Day 9: Jodhpur - Udaipur
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Udaipur - the city of lakes and palaces and a home for the romantic at heart. En route, visit the Jain temples at Ranakpur. On arrival in Udaipur, check in at the hotel and enjoy the hotel facilities and dinner on your overnight stay at the hotel in Udaipur.
Day 10: Udaipur
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a sightseeing tour of the Udaipur that includes visits to the Lake Palace, City Palace and Museum, Lake Pichola, Saheliyon ki Bari, and Jagdish Temple. An afternoon excursion to Kumbhalgarh Fort is also a popular tourist activity. Spend the evening at leisure. Go shopping or attend a cultural program. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Udaipur.
Day 11: Udaipur - Deogarh
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to the 17th century desert village of Deogarh. On arrival, check in at the 17th Deogarh Castle turned heritage hotel that offers a panoramic view of the village and the surrounding landscape. Dinner and overnight stay at the Castle.
Day 12: Deogarh - Pushkar
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Pushkar - one of the most significant Hindu pilgrimage destination and venue for the biggest cattle fair in the world. On arrival, check in at the hotel or Swiss tents and proceed for a sightseeing tour of Pushkar that includes visits to the Brahma Temple and the Pushkar Lake besides the nearly 400 odd temples and numerous lakes that you can see on your stay. Return to the hotel or Swiss tents for an overnight stay in Pushkar.
Day 13: Pushkar - Jaipur
After breakfast at the hotel, travel to Jaipur, the pink city and capital of the majestic desert state of Rajasthan, India. On arrival in Jaipur, check in at the hotel and unwind amidst the comforts of your room. The day is free for you to spend at the leisure. Go shopping at the ancient markets and get a taste of the spicy street food. Alternatively, you can also stay back at the hotel and enjoy the recreational fare that they have to offer. Overnight stay at the hotel in Jaipur.
Day 14: Jaipur
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a sightseeing tour of the Pink City that includes visits to Amber Fort, City Palace and Museum, Jantar Mantar Observatory, Hawa Mahal, and Birla Temple, Jaigarh Fort, and Nahargarh Fort. Return to the hotel for overnight stay in Jaipur.
Day 15: Jaipur - Agra
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Agra via the ruined fort city of Fatehpur Sikri. On arrival in Agra, check in at the hotel and unwind amidst the comforts of your room. Take a stroll to the vibrant markets or have dinner at the hotel itself. And if the moon is up, visit to Taj Mahal can be arranged on request. Overnight stay at the hotel in Agra.
Day 16: Agra - Delhi
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a half day sightseeing tour of the erstwhile capital of the Mughal Empire. Visit Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and its many palaces, mansions, and museums, Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, and Akbar's Tomb at Sikandra. Later in the day, check out of the hotel and drive back to Delhi. On arrival, check in at the hotel and relax on your overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 17: Departure from Delhi
After breakfast at the hotel, indulge in a last-minute shopping spree in Connaught Place. Return to the hotel to check out and transfer to the airport. Board the flight back home or to your onward destination.
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