One of the best North Indian tours on offer,
Rajasthan
Holiday Tour Packages comes with a whole basket of
North India delights. It covers the major destinations of
the famous
Golden Triangle
- Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra. This whirlwind tour takes you to
witness the evidences of vibrant Rajput culture and architecture
at Jaipur, Mughal opulence at Agra, and British sophistication
and grace at Delhi.
The old world charm of Varanasi lures the tourists to witness unique experiences that can be attributed to it being a stronghold of Hindu religions and traditions. Serene ambience and unparalleled natural beauty of hill resorts of Gulmarg and Srinagar rounds off the tour with delightful memories to cherish.
Daywise Itinerary for Rajasthan Holiday
Tour :
Day 01: Arrival at Delhi
On arrival at Delhi International Airport you will be welcomed by our representative then transfer to the hotel where we hold the room on pre-occupancy basis. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 02: Delhi
After breakfast take sightseeing tour of historic city visiting Old Delhi: the majestic Red Fort, a marvel in red sandstone, Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, both built by emperor Shah Jahan of Taj Mahal fame, Rajghat - memorial of Mahatma Gandhi & a Rickshaw ride past through the silver street in Chandani Chowk, Later take a sight seeing tour of New Delhi includes Rashtrapati Bhawan,
India Gate
It is primarily a memorial to the unknown soldier, which was Designed by Lutyens. The 42 metre high structure is a war memorial in honour of the soldiers who died during the second world war. The imposing structure from where stretch massive lush green lawns has an eternal flame (Amar Jawan Jyoti) to honour the memory of the unknown soldiers.
Qutub Minar
One of the fine examples of early afghan architecture is the Qutab Minar. A soaring tower of victory that was started in 1193, immediately after the defeat of the last hindu kingdom in Delhi.
Humayun Tomb
A Wonderful example of early Mughal Architecture, the Humayun's Tomb was built by the wife of Humayun, Haji Begum in the mid 16th century, this red sand stone structure is considered to be the predecessor of Taj Mahal.
Shopping - Check out the miniature paintings, silks, handicrafts and hand-made carpets.
Over night at hotel.
Day 03: Delhi - Agra
Early morning check out the hotel and drive to Agra en route visit the Sikandra to see the Tomb of Mughal Emperor Akbar.
Then proceed to Agra, on arrival transfer to hotel. After relaxation visit to witness incomparable
Taj mahal
Emperor Shah Jahan vowed to honor his wife Mumtaz Mahal with this memorial of unmatched beauty when she died. This poignant Mughal mausoleum has become the tourist emblem of India.
Agra Fort
Agra Fort is a veritable treasure trove of the Mughal architectural tradition. The various buildings within this sprawling fort complex represent the assimilation of different cultures, which was the hallmark of the Mughals.
Overnight in Agra. Note: Taj Mahal is closed on every Friday.
Day 04: Agra - Jaipur
After breakfast checkout and drive to
Jaipur
en route visit Old deserted town of Mughal Dynasty - Fatehpur
Sikri built in red sandstone in honour of Saint Salim Chisti
who foretold the birth of 3 sons to Emperor Akbar, is an example
of robust stability combined with originality. Each important
edifice here represents a type by itself. Notable among them
is the Diwane Khas, Punch Mahal, the Tomb of Salim Chisti,
and the Buland Darwaza.
Later continue to precede
Jaipur.
On arrival transfer to hotel. In the evening visit to Birla
Temple, speculator white marble temple, glitters in the in
the night. Overnight at the hotel.
optional visit to Chokhi Dhani - an ethnic 5 star resort serving Rajasthani & Continental cuisine with live music, astrology, games, folk dances and music, puppet shows in an ambiance of an ethnic village.
Day 05: Jaipur
Today after breakfast explore the Pink City-
Jaipur
with an excursion to
Amber
Fort.
Amber Palace
The Former Capital of Rajput kingdom. We step back in time as we are transported up the hill to the palace on brightly caparisoned elephants — true to the style of the Maharajas of the past. Inside we find lavish courtyards, beautifully decorated halls and a lovely Chamber of Mirrors.
Afternoon sightseeing tour - City Palace
Museum with its fabulous displays of miniature paintings and traditional Rajasthani royal costumes and the lovely Palace of the Winds.
Jantar
Mantar
An accurate observatory built in 1726.It contains 13 different instruments for calculating such things as the time of day, the altitudes of heavenly bodies, and the positions of constellations. Although the instruments look like modern sculpture, they are able to make calculations accurate to one second.
The
Hawa
Mahal or the Palace of Winds was constructed for the royal
ladies to watch the royal processions without being seen,
all monuments are located in the vicinity of City Palace Complex
of Jaipur. Later late afternoon is kept free to visit the
famous Markets of Textiles, Gems, Carpets, and handicrafts.
Jaipur is
an ideal place for buying souvenirs. One can also visit Nahargarh
Fort to see it illuminated over the floodlights. Return to
the hotel for overnight.
Day 06: Jaipur - Pushkar- Jodhpur- (340 kms - 6 to 7 hrs)
After breakfast checkout and drive to
Jodhpur,
en route visit
Pushkar,
the known destination of world fame cattle faire, the only
Temple of Lord Brahma on the bank of Pushkar Lake surrounded
by the Ghats and one can see devotees praying and taking a
dip in the holy water of Pushkar Lake. One can have lunch
at Pushkar Palace hotel, which is over looking the lake; later
proceed to Jodhpur, on arrival transfer to hotel. Evening
free to relax, overnight at the hotel.
07 Day: Jodhpur - Bishnoi Village- Jodhpur (Excursion)
After breakfast take a sight seeing tour of
Jodhpur
including Clock Tower, Mehrangarh Fort situated at an altitude
of about 125 meters and is spread over an area of 5 sq. km
and it has seven gates, Jaswant Thada is a white marble memorial
built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh, followed by visit
to Umaid Bhawan Palace which is a majestic Palace building
that presently functions as a hotel and museum. Later take
an excursion to Bishnoi Village, the villagers known by cast
"Bishnois" Protectors of animals, Rajasthan Wildlife Tours
and tree, there is a list of 29 rules, among other things
don't kill any animals, don't cut down green trees, take from
the fields only what you need, etc. These 29 rules (Bish-noi
means '29' in the Hindi language) forms the base of the Bishnoi-philosophy.
Of course they are vegetarians and therefore they have great
respect for all living things. Sure they keep buffaloes, sheep
and goats but only for the milk, the wool and the manure.
Later visit to the local handicrafts viz shoe makers, pottery
hand weaving and also men in their traditional attire, women
clad with ancestral silver Jewellery, en-route watch and photograph
Rajasthan Wildlife Tours black buck, chinkaras, peacock etc.
freely moving in abundance of care by villagers. Later drive
back to Jodhpur for overnight stay
08 Day: Jodhpur - Udaipur: (276 Kms 6 hours)
After breakfast driver to
Udaipur
en route visiting the Jain temples at
Ranakpur
Jain Temples of 12 Century - The cluster of temples, made
of intricately sculpted white marble, built out of marbles
with 108 carved pillars each carved differently from others,
come across as a marvelous souvenir of architecture. You may
opt for lunch at Ranakpur at Maharani Baugh Palace. Later
continue to proceed to
Udaipur.
On arrival transfer to the hotel. Evening free to relax, optionally
you can take a walk through the narrow lanes and back streets
of Udaipur up to the Washing Ghats at the Lake Pichola. Enjoy
Boat ride at Lake Pichola and also opt for dinner at Lake
Palace Hotel, located amidst the Lake. Overnight at the hotel.
09 Day: Udaipur
After
breakfast take a sightseeing tour of
Udaipur,
visiting City Palace built in 1559, a small palace over looking
at the Lake Pichola, the additions were made to it by successive
Kings of Udaipur gradually evolved become the larges place
in Rajasthan, Main attraction of Place are Durbar Hall, Crystal
Gallery, Palace Museum and Jagdish Temple. Later visit Saheli
Ki Bari that is a small ornamental garden built in the honour
of Royal Ladies for recreational purpose and visit Lok Kala
Mandal collection of folk art items like folk dresses, ornaments,
puppets, masks, dolls folk musical instruments, folk deities
and paintings. Opened seven days a week, puppet shows and
folk dancing are conducted every evening from 1800 to 1900
in an adjacent open air theatre. & Shilpgram to see the
village arts & crafts. Followed by visit to Eklingji &
Nagda Temples - built in white marble with a double storied
porch on the bank of Lake Bageela - 22 kms from
Udaipur.
Overnight at Udaipur.
10 Day: Udaipur - Delhi - Home Town (By Air)
Mornings after breakfast check out the hotel and transfer to the domestic airport to board the morning flight for Delhi. Assistance on arrival at Delhi, later the day is free till the departure time for home flight; optionally you can stay in the hotel for relaxation for short time. Later transfer to the International airport to board the scheduled flight for home town. On departure the tour concludes with happy memories.
SERVICES INCLUDE:
1. DOUBLE OCCUPANCY ACCOMMODATION AT SUGGESTED HOTELS,
2. SIGHTSEEING TOURS AS MENTIONED IN THE ITINERARY,
3. ALL TOURS AND TRANSFERS IN AIR-CONDITIONED SUV,
4. DAILY BUFFET BREAKFASTS,
5. ENGLISH SPEAKING GUIDE FOR ALL MENTIONED TOURS,
6. ASSISTANCE AT THE AIRPORTS ON ARRIVAL / DEPARTURE,
7. ALL APPLICABLE TAXES AND SERVICE CHARGES,
8. ALL ROAD TAXES, GOVERNMENT TAXES AND DRIVER ALLOWANCES
9. SIGHT SEEING AT THE FOLLOWING PLACES AS PER THE ITINERARY
10. RLCKSHAW RIDE IN CHANDNI CHOWK
11. ELEPHANT RIDE IN AMER FORT
