Rajasthan Cultural Travel Trip is evident
in everything - the way people dress up, their lifestyle,
dance and music, art and architecture, and their religious
beliefs. The painted Havelis in Shekhawati region are exemplary
works of art and so are the deserts of
Bikaner.
The hefty turbans and big mustaches are badges of honor for
males.
Deshnok Temple and its rats mystify foreign tourists and Sam
sand dunes offer scenic views of
Jaisalmer.
As you ride on camels and explore Rajasthan, you will see
women from rural areas sporting small waists but veiled faces
carrying several pots of water at once with an effortless
balance.
Highlights of The Rajasthan Cultural
Trip : Red Fort, Jama Masjid, India Gate, Rickshaw
Ride at Chandni Chowk, Humayun's tomb, Qutub Minar, President's
House, Lotus Temple, Havelis of Mandawa, Taj Mahal, Buland
Darwaza, Elephant Ride in Abmer Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar,
Camel Ride at Sam Sand Dunes, Jeep Safari in Ranthambore National
Park and much more..
Daywise Itinerary for Rajasthan Cultural
Trip :
Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
A company representative from
TNS will welcome you at the international airport and you will be transferred to the hotel, where you can check in at 12 noon. The day has been kept free for you to overcome from Jet Lag and relax.
Day 02 : Delhi - Mandawa (Distance by Road: 242 km, Usual Time Taken: 6 hrs)
In the morning, you will drive to Mandawa, the heart of Shekhawati region famous all over the world for traditional arts unique to this region. At Mandawa, you will check in at the hotel, where you will spend the night.
In the afternoon, you can explore Havelis of Mandawa known for their frescoes that use vibrant colours and are based on several themes. Themes are however mostly related to Hindu mythological tales related to Lord Rama and Lord Krishna.
Day 03 : Mandawa - Bikaner (Distance by Road: 164 km, Usual Time Taken: 4 hrs)
You will proceed with the
Rajasthan Cultural Tour
to
Bikaner,
the Desert City of Rajasthan. The drive is fascinating as
you can observe the real lifestyle and culture of the people
of Rajasthan, which is quite unique to the desert environs.
At Bikaner, you will check in at a hotel for overnight stay.
In the afternoon, you will go on a sightseeing tour of
Bikaner.
The highlights of the tour are the formidable
Junagarh
Fort, which remains unconquered to this day; and the beautiful
latticework and filigree work of the Lalgarh Palace that speaks
of legendary craftsmanship of the area.
Day 04 : Bikaner
In the morning, you will go on an excursion to Deshnoke Temple dedicated to Goddess Karni Mata. It is believed that devotees of the goddess live in her abode as rats forever and thus, rats are considered sacred here. It is believed that the temple has only one white rat and one who sees it will be blessed with good fortune. In the afternoon, you will visit Asia's only Camel Breeding and Research Farm.
Day 05 : Bikaner - Jaisalmer (Distance by Road: 333 km, Usual Time Taken: 8 hrs 30 minutes)
A long drive to the Golden City of
Jaisalmer
awaits you on this day. At Jaisalmer, you will check in at
the hotel. You can spend rest of the day at leisure.
Day 06 : Jaisalmer
In the morning, you will see the famous
Jaisalmer
Fort that justifies the Golden colour being associated
to the city with its golden-yellow hued sandstone and backdrop
of golden sands. You will also see the famous Havelis of the
city known for their beautiful architecture and paintings.
In the afternoon, you will enjoy the camel ride at Sam Sand Dunes, where wind is the sculptor. The undulating waves of
sand here shift their shape and colour with the direction of winds and position of sun respectively.
Day 07 : Jaisalmer - Jodhpur (Distance by Road: 298 km, Usual Time Taken: 8 hrs)
The Blue City of
Jodhpur
is eager to welcome you on this day of
Rajasthan Cultural
Tour. You will check in at a hotel for overnight
stay and then, embark on a sightseeing tour of the second
largest city in Rajasthan. The highlights of the tour are
the impressive
Mehrangarh
Fort, Jaswant Thada or Royal Cenotaphs with intricate
latticework marble jalis,
Umaid
Bhavan Palace and Rai ka Bag Palace.
Day 08 : Jodhpur - Kumbhalgarh (Distance by Road: 220 km, Usual Time Taken: 5 hrs)
You will drive to Kumbhalgarh on this day, where you will
check in at the hotel for overnight stay. In the afternoon,
you will visit the
Kumbhalgarh
Fort, a stronghold of erstwhile rulers of Mewar, which
was impregnable except for one Mughal invasion that took combined
forces of Delhi, Marwar, and Amber to breach its security.
Besides its palaces, gardens, and temples, it houses Haldighati
where the famous battle between Emperor Akbar and Rana Pratap
was fought.
Day 09 : Kumbhalgarh - Udaipur (Distance by Road: 64 km, Usual Time Taken: 1 hr 30 minutes)
You will drive to
Udaipur
on this day, the most romantic city of Rajasthan often referred
to as the Venice of the East. You can visit famous
Ranakpur
Jain Temples en-route with their 1444 marble pillars with
beautiful carvings.
At Udaipur, you will check in at a hotel for overnight stay.
Day 10 : Udaipur
In
the morning, you will proceed to a sightseeing tour of the
city. The highlights include the Boat Ride in Lake Palace
or Jag Niwas, the City Palace with a wonderful Palace Museum,
and Maharana Pratap Memorial. The latter half of the day is
free for you to explore the city markets and enjoy a ride
in its lakes.
Day 11 : Udaipur - Kota (Distance by Road:
270 km, Usual Time Taken: 8 hrs)
This day will take you to
Kota,
the place of burgeoning industries and lush green natural
environs, where you will check in at a hotel for overnight
stay.
En-route, you will visit Chittaurgarh Fort, one of the oldest forts in Rajasthan that has been a mute witness to several sieges and invasions and a history that haunts it to this day.
Day 12 : Kotah - Bundi - Ranthambhore (Distance by Road: 180 km, Usual Time Taken: 3 hrs)
This day will take you to Ranthambore, where you will check
in at the hotel for overnight stay. En-route, you will visit
Bundi. palaces,
forts, baolis (step wells) and water tanks. The monuments
and their architecture reflect the splendor of the local Rajput
chiefs. The walls of the palaces at Bundi are decorated with
life-size frescoes depicting the glory of its rulers.
Day 13 : Ranthambhore - Jaipur (Distance by Road: 145 km, Usual Time Taken: 2 hrs 30 minutes)
This morning marks the beginning of an exciting day as you
embark on a jeep safari to tour around
Ranthambore
Wildlife Sanctuary. Spread across 400 sq km, Ranthambore
is known for its tigers. It is a wonderful place for wildlife
and photography enthusiasts. Drive back to Jaipur in the afternoon
and check in at the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 14 : Jaipur
In the morning, ride on an elephant like an erstwhile king
or queen up the ascent to Amber Fort. Once the bastion of
Kachhwaha Rajputs,
Amber
Fort is built in white marble and red sandstone.
In the afternoon, you will embark on a sightseeing tour of
the city of
Jaipur.
The highlights of the tour are
Hawa
Mahal or the Palace of Winds, the City Palace complex,
and
Jantar
Mantar, the Royal Observatory. You will spend the night
at Jaipur.
Day 15 : Jaipur - Agra (Distance by Road: 235 km, Usual Time Taken: 5 hrs)
On this day, you will embark on Agra, the City of Taj. En-route, you will visit Fatehpur Sikri, the model town developed by Emperor Akbar. Built in the honour of Saint Salim Chisti who blessed the Emperor with an heir, the city of Fatehpur Sikri has some of the most notable edifices such as Buland Darwaza, the Grand Entance; Panch Mahal; and Diwan-e-Khas. However, this dream city had to be abandoned in just two years because of the scarcity of clean drinking water in the
region.
Day 16 : Agra - Delhi (Distance by Road: 201 km, Usual Time Taken: 4 hrs)
On this last day of the tour, you will go on sightseeing at Agra. You will visit Taj Mahal, the delicate marble architecture that enshrines love of Emperor Shah Jahan for his Queen Mumtaz Mahal; Agra Fort, the red sandstone marvel that is much older but quite similar to Delhi's more famous Red Fort; and Itmad-ud-Daullah's Tomb that was built by Empress Noor Jehan in memory of her father.
In the afternoon, you will drive back to Delhi and will be transferred to the International Airport, in time for the flight to onward destination.
The Tour Includes:
» Accommodation at mentioned hotels on twin sharing basis.
» Sightseeing tours as mentioned in the itinerary.
» All transfers from stations and airports.
» English speaking guide for all mentioned tours.
» Assistance at the airports on arrival / departure.
» Assistance at stations on departure and arrival.
» Daily breakfasts at hotels.
» All applicable taxes and service charges.
» All road taxes, government taxes and driver allowances.
» Elephant ride at amer fort - jaipur.
» Sound and light show at delhi.
» Private boat ride at lake pichola in udaipur.
» Rikshaw ride at Chandnichowk in Delhi.
