HEARTLAND OF INDIA

12 Nights / 13 Days

Delhi – Gwalior – Bhopal-Ujjain – Indore – Omkareshwar- Maheshwar – Dhar- Mandu-Dhar- Aurangabad- Mumbai

Day 01 Welcome Delhi

Welcome by presentable representative of Impact Holidays with marigold garland with cheerful smile & Transfer to hotel. Overnight stay.

Day 02 Delhi

Morning city tour of New Delhi drive through the Raisina Hill- India Gate, Parliament House & President House, Qutab Minar & Himayun Tomb. Afternoon tour Highlight is Shah Jahan’s Red Fort, the bustling market place of Chandni Chowk, Raj Ghat, the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi. Evening return to the Red Fort to watch the “Son et Lumire” show which is an interplay of colorful lights and sound tracing the history of monument till date. at Red Fort. Overnight stay.

Day 03 Delhi-Gwalior

Depart for Gwalior by train. Afternoon half-day city tour. Visit to the Gwalior Fort, Scindia palace & the Tomb of Ghaus Mohammed & Tansen. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04 Gwalior-Bhopal

Depart for Bhopal by train. Evening half-day excursion to Bhimbetka.

Day 05 Bhopal

Full day excursion to Sanchi – it is city of the Great Stupa, a Dome shaped monument covering Relics of Gautama Buddha, and the remains of a Buddhist Monastery. Sanchi is a place of Buddhist Pilgrim. Udaigiri Caves – Famous for its Rock-cut cave Sanctuaries, which are carved into a Sandstone hill. Overnight Stay.

Day 06 Bhopal-Ujjain-Indore

Leave for Indore by surface. Enroute visit Ujjin, famous for Hindu Astronomy, Astrology and Geography. Also visit temples and bathing ghats.

Day 07 Indore-Omkareshwar-Maheswar-Dhar

Leave for Dhar by surface. Enroute visit Omkareshwar and Maheshwar. Omkareshwar, an island on the Narmada River, is the site for two shiva temples, Maheshwar, located on the banks of the same river, has chattri of Ahilya Bai.

Day 08 Dhar-Mandu-Dhar

Full day excursion to Mandu, famed for the stories of Baz Bahadur and his consort, Rani Rupmati. See the haunting palaces, baths, pavilions, each an architectural gem in the Afghan style, as well as the mosques and tombs.

Day 09 Dhar-Aurangabad (410 km)

Depart for Aurangabad by surface (8-9 hrs).

Day 10 Aurangabad

Full day excursion to the Ajanta Caves dating back to the 2nd century B.C. The 30 rock- hewn caves are adorned with Buddhist sculptures and frescoes.

Day 11 Aurangabad

Morning, half day excursion to the Ellora Caves which encompass 34 rock-out shrines representing Buddhist, Hindu and Jain art dated 4th to 9th century A. D.

Day 12 Aurangabad-Mumbai

Depart for Mumbai by early morning flight. Morning, half-day excursion across The Harbour to world-famous 1,200-year-old Elephant Caves. Evening, half-day city tour including a visit to Jain temple, Prince of Wales Museum etc.

Day 13 Mumbai

Depart for onward journey.

Highlights

• » Thrill to the Sound & Light Show at Red Fort
• » Visit the amazing 2000 year old Cave temples of Ellora & Ajanta
  

Rajasthan with South India

Duration: 28 Nights / 29 Days
Places Covered: Delhi – Jaipur – Pushkar – Udaipur – Mount Abu – Jodhpur – Jaisalmer – Bikaner – Bharatpur – Agra – Delhi – Madras – Tanjore – Madurai – Periyar – Allepey – Cochin – Coimbatore – Ooty – Mysore – Belur – Halebid – Bangalore – Mumbai

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Day 01: Arrival Delhi
Assistance on arrival and transfer to your hotel where a welcome ceremony awaits you. Girls dressed in traditional Indian attire anoint your forehead with ‘a red tikka’ followed by ceremonial garlanding.Day 02: Delhi
After a leisurely breakfast embark on a sightseeing tour of Old Delhi including the Red fort and the Jama masjid, post lunch tour of New Delhi to include Qutab Minar, India Gate, Humayun’s tomb and the Lakshmi Narayan temple.

Day 03: Delhi – Jaipur
Morning drive to jaipur, the fabled ‘pink city’ of the desert named after Jai Singh, the former Maharajah of Jaipur. Arrive Jaipur by lunch and check inn to your hotel. After Lunch and some rest visit the City Palace, the royal residence of the Maharajah of Jaipur and later visit the Observatory dating back to the 18th century and also visit the Palace of winds (Hawa Mahal). Evening enjoy your dinner with cultural Rajasthani folk dance programme.

Day 04: Jaipur – Pushkar
Morning after breakfast visit the majestic Amber Fort where you ride up on elephants back to the former capital of the royals set against the backdrop of wooded hills. Later explore shopping centres of jaipur and drive to Pushkar. Arrive Pushkar and check inn to your hotel. Evening enjoy the camel Fair.

Day 05: Pushkar
Enjoy the various events and activities in Pushkar fair the whole day.

Day 06: Pushkar – Udaipur
After breakfast drive to Udaipur (the Venice of the east). Arrive Udaipur in the evening and check inn to your hotel.

Day 07: Udaipur
After Breakfast make a visit to the City Palace, built in 1725 and later visit Sahelion ki Bari, the gardens the maids-of-honour. After lunch make a trip to Nagda and Eklingji to see the beautiful temples in their ruins.

Day 08: Udaipur – Mt.Abu via Ranakpur
Morning drive to the only hill resort of Rajasthan Mt.Abu enroute visiting the famous Jain temples of Ranakpur. Arrive Mt.Abu and check inn to your hotel. Evening at leisure.

Day 09: Mt.Abu – Jodhpur
Morning at leisure to enjoy the scenic beauty of this hill station. After lunch transfer to Jodhpur.

Day 10: Jodhpur
Start the city tour of Jodhpur visiting the Mehrangarh Fort museum and Jaswant thada, the cremation spot of the royal family. After lunch visit the ancient capital of Marwar-Mandore.

Day 11: Jodhpur – Jaisalmer
Morning drive to Jaisalmer situated deep in the heart of the Thar desert. Arrive Jaisalmer and shortly after lunch visit the Chhatris of Maharwals and later Camel ride at Sam for sunset.

Day 12: Jaisalmer – Bikaner
Leave for Bikaner and arrive by lunch. After lunch make a tour of Junagarh Fort and its fabulous palaces.

Day 13: Bikaner – Mandawa
After breakfast transfer to Mandawa (an old castle in Rajasthan). Post lunch session includes a small visit of Mandawa to appreciate the painted Havelis on the ancient and the famous silk route.

Day 14: Mandawa – Bharatpur
Drive to Bharatpur (famous for keoladeo Ghana bird sanctuary). Evening make a visit to the sanctuary.

Day 15: Bharatpur – Agra
Early morning make a visit to the sanctuary to see the birds in their natural habitat. After breakfast drive down to Agra (The city of Tajmahal). Arrive Agra by lunch after a tour of the beautiful city of Fatehpur Sikri, the Old capital of Mughal emperor Akbar. Post lunch tour of the world famous Tajmahal and of the Red Fort. Later explore the shopping centres of Agra. Evening enjoy special cocktail dinner.

Day 16: Agra – Delhi – Madras
Morning at leisure. Afternoon transfer to Delhi domestic airport to connect flight to Madras. Arrive Madras in the evening and check inn to your hotel.

Day 17: Madras
Full day city tour of Madras including the Snake park and Kapaleeswara temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and the museum.

Day 18: Madras – Tanjore
Morning drive to Tanjore and check inn to your hotel. Evening at leisure.

Day 19: Tanjore – Madurai
Morning start the tour of Tanjore visiting the Brihadeshwara Temple, a typical architecture from the 11th century. Later visit the Saraswati Mahal Library. After lunch depart for Madurai , arrive in the evening and transfer to your hotel.

Day 20: Madurai – Periyar
Morning visit the world famous Meenakshi Sundereshwara temple, a huge Dravidian temple complex. After lunch depart for Periyar wild life sanctuary. Arrive Periyar in the evening and check inn hotel.

Day 21: Periyar – Aleppey
Morning boat cruise on the lake to get a closer look at the wild elephants. Later drive to reach the small beautiful town of Allepey situated on the backwaters of Kerala

Day 22: Aleppey – Cochin
After breakfast boat cruise on the backwaters of Kerala (three hours from boat) and than continue by Road to Cochin. Arrive Cochin and visit the Chinese fishing nets in the backwaters of Cochin. Overnight at boat.

Day 23: Cochin
Sea Boat Ride To Visit Various Islands And Churches, Santa cruz Basilica, Mattancherry Palace, Jewish synagogue, Dutch palace, St. Franchis. Overnight at boat.

Day 24: Cochin – Coimbatore
After breakfast drive to Coimbatore also called the ‘Manchester of South India’. Arrive by lunch and soon after lunch visit the Maruthamalai temple.

Day 25: Coimbatore – Ooty
Morning drive to the queen of hill stations,Ooty known for its salubrious climate and scenic beauty. Arrive Ooty by lunch and rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 26: Ooty – Mysore
Morning depart for Mysore (wonderful historic town and evidence city to exhibit the oldest Indian richest economy). Arrive by lunch and shortly after lunch visit the Mysore Palace, once the capital seat of power of the ruling Wodeyars. Also visit the Brindavan Garden, Chamundeeswri temple, Tipu’s summer palace.

Day 27: Mysore – Belur – Halebid
Transfer to Belur, the superbly preserved Chennkesava Temple here is a tribute to the skill and genius of the medieval craftsman. Later visit Halebid temple 10 kms. From Belur, a riot of carvings left incomplete after 80 years of labour.

Day 28: Halebid – Bangalore
Drive to Bangalore to catch flight to Mumbai. Arrive Mumbai in the evening and transfer to your hotel.

Day 29: Mumbai and Departure
After breakfast proceed for a half day city tour of Mumbai visiting Kamla Nehru park, Hanging gardens situated on the slopes of Malabar hill offering a panoramic view of Marine Drive and Chawpatty beach, Prince of wales museum, Mani Bhawan, Dhobi Ghat, Gateway of India and drive through the Crawford market.

Evening Transfer to international Airport in time to board flight for onward destination.

KHAJURAHO TOUR PACKAGES

Duration : 13 Days/12 Night

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NEW DELHI – JAIPUR – PUSHKAR – AGRA – ORCHHA – KHAJURAHO – VARANASI – LUCKNOW – DELHI

DAY 01 NEW DELHI

On arrival meeting at the airport and check in at Hotel.

DAY 02 Delhi

After breakfast morning sightseeing of New Delhi by private car with English speaking guide, consisting of drive through the Raisina Hills- Parliament House, India Gate, President House, 16th century tomb of Emperor Humayun built of Marble & Red stone in typical Mughal fashion, Lotus temple (Bahai Temple) & Qutab Minar. .

Afternoon sight seeing of Old Delhi is highlighted Shah Jahan’s Red Fort, the bustling market place of Chandni Chowk by Rikshaw Puller Ride, Raj Ghat, the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi. Evening return to the Red Fort to watch the “Sun et Lumire” which is an inter play of colorful lights and sound tracing the history of monument till date. Gather together to meet the Indian family followed by welcome dinner and cocktail. Overnight stay at Hotel .

DAY 03 DELHI – JAIPUR

After breakfast drive to Jaipur ,on arrival check in at hotel, evening at Leisure.

DAY 04 JAIPUR

Breakfast at the hotel and morning excursion to Amber Fort, the ancestral residence of the Maharajahs of Jaipur that you will reach on Elephant back. In the afternoon, visit the Pink City and its main curiosities, among which the famous palace of winds, the city palace and the amazing observatory of Jantar Mantar. Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 05 JAIPUR-AGRA

Leave Jaipur after breakfast. On arrival at Agra check-in at hotel. Evening at Leisure. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 06 AGRA-ORCHHA

After breakfast drive to Fatehpur Sikri built by emperor Akbar in 1569 and later abandoned due to scarcity of water. Afternoon visit Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Tomb of Itmad – Ud- Daula. Evening drive to Orchha. On arrival check in at hotel.. Orchha is a medevial city replete with palaces and temples of the 16 th and 17 century-which have remarkably withstudd the onslot of time. Evening at Leasure.

DAY 07 ORCHHA-KHAJURAHO

After breakfast visit a place built by Empreror Jahangir way back in the 17th century, other palaces are Rajmahal and Rai Parveen Mahal, their are 14 Chatris to the rulers of Orchha, some temple temples of significance carry on to Khajuraho. Check in at hotel. Evening at Leisure or can visit some of the Hindu Temples like Kandaria Mahadev etc…

DAY 08 KHAJURAHO

Afterbreakfast visit the temples. History has it that Khajuraho legacy of the Chandela Dinesty.King Yashoverman began the era of temple construction year, 85 such temples were built of which about 22 have survived. The motive depicts scenes from hunting, feasting, dancing, with special “express on the sensual and the erotic”. Back to hotel for overnight stay.

DAY 09 KHAJURAHO-VARANASI

Early morning depart for Varanasi by air. On arrival check in at hotel

DAY 10 VARANASI

Sightseeing of some famous temples and Ghats after breakfast visit Sarnath which is barely 9 kms from Varanasi and a premier center of Budhism and second importance only to Bodgaya. Other important places to visit Dhamek Stupa Ashoka Pillar ruined Monestries which is built during the time Emperor Ashok, third century BC and some famous temples, back to hotel for overnight stay. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 11 VARANASI-LUCKNOW

After breakfast depart from Varanasi for Lucknow. Check in at Hotel.

DAY 12 LUCKNOW

Lucknow: has a unique culture of its own compounded of might and magic, religion and philosophy, history and culture,is a store House Visceral Memory, afternoon can visit Bara Imimaam. Bara was built by Nawad Asaf Uduala in 1784 the greatest architectural of the Muslim period, the interior, vaulted hall measuring 162 feet long, 53 feet broad and 50 feet high. Back to hotel for overnight stay.

DAY 13 LUCKNOW-DELHI

After breakfast visit some important places in Lucknow and proceed for Delhi by train. On arrival in Delhi check-in at hotel. Evening at leisure. After refreshment, departure transfer for airport to catch onward flight.

MAJESTIC DESERT

8 Nights / 9 Days

DELHI – JAIPUR – BIKANER – JAISALMER – JODHPUR – DELHI

Day 01: Arrive at Delhi

Welcome by presentable representative of Impact Holidays will greet each members with marigold garments and cheerful smile, transfer to Hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 02 Delhi

After breakfast morning sightseeing of New Delhi is consisting of drive through the Raisina Hills- Parliament House, India Gate, President House, 16th century tomb of Emperor Humayun built of Marble & Red stone in typical Mughal fashion, Lotus temple (Bahai Temple) & Qutab Minar.

Afternoon sight seeing of Old Delhi is highlighted Shah Jahan’s Red Fort, the bustling market place of Chandni Chowk by Rikshaw Puller Ride, Raj Ghat, the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi. Evening return to the Red Fort to watch the “Sun et Lumire” which is an inter play of colorful lights and sound tracing the history of monument till date. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 03 Delhi – Jaipur(260 kms)

After breakfast drive to Jaipur – The Pink City. Upon arrival check in hotel. Afternoon visit the Maharajas’ City Palace & its museum, Observatory, Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) & Birla White Marble Temple. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 04 Jaipur

After breakfast journey back in time at the deserted 17th Century fortress of Amber. Ascend to the fort on Caparisoned Elephant to various Palaces with rooms of stunning beauty including the World’s finest Chamber of mirrors and the temple of Kali. Evening is free for shopping of Rajasthan handicrafts & Arts. Evening at Chokhidhani an ethnic village resort are very special. A village fair is recreated on the sprawling ground. While Folk dancers and Musicians entertain, tangy the mouth watering snacks whet the appetite for a very sumptuous and traditional Rajasthani Meal. Overnight stay.

Day 05 Jaipur-Bikaner (320 Kms)

After early breakfast drive to Bikaner. Upon arrival check in hotel. Later embark on a tour of Bikaner City, visit the Junagarh Fort, built in 1611 AD. The palaces worth visiting are Anup Mahal, Karan Mahal, and Bijai Phool Mahal. Overnight stay.

Day 06 Bikaner-Jaisalmer(333 Kms)

Today morning drive to Jaisalmer, the ancient citadel on the Caravan route linking India with Persia, Arabia and The Mediterranean. This arch itectural in the 12th Century by Jaisal, a Bhatti Prince. Afternoon visit to the Gadisar Tank & large houses of the merchant called havelies, some of them dating to the Premediveal Patwon Ki Haveli, Salim Shah Haveli and Nathamal Ki Haveli with their intricately carved screens on the facades and the typical traditional architecture. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 07 Jaisalmer

Morning embark half day tour of Jaisalmer fort. Afterwards Camel Safari will be arrange. You will go in a Caravan through the small ethnic beautiful villages and meeting with local villagers to know about their way of way of living and culture & to see the Spectacular Sun Set.

Rajastani evening At Sam Dunes – a typical Rajasthani village is created for this evening, mud walls gaily painted with an entrance, food stalls are built with thatched roofs where Rajasthani woman cook local food in traditional earthenware pots. Continental and Muglai food will also serve. The group members are entertained with Rajastahani Folk music and Dance. Back to the hotel after a most memorable tour. Overnight stay.

Day 08 Jaisalmer-Jodhpur(285 Kms)

After breakfast, drive to Jodhpur. Jodhpur – the great Indian desert, sites on sand stone hill surrounded by a strong wall, approximately 6 miles long with 7 entry gates. Upon arrival check in hotel. Half day sightseeing of the city includes visit to Meherangarh Fort, drive through the old city and past the Clock Tower near the largest spice bazaar in the sub-continent, visit the Jaswant Thada Cenotaph, the royal cremation site and then proceed to see the most magnificent, modern 20th century Palace, the Umaid Bhavan Palace and its museum – a treasure trove.

Village Safari(By Jeep)-A memorable outing in Jeeps visit various traditional villages seeing local handicrafts viz. stone makers, pottery, hand weaving and also men in their traditional attire, women clad with ancestral silver jewellery, etc. Overnight stay.

Day 09 Jodhpur- Delhi

Today fly back to Delhi. Upon arrival check in hotel or proceed for the onward destination.

Imperial Rajasthan and Romantic Taj

Duration : 12 Days /11 Nights

Destination Covered : Delhi / Mukundgarh / Khimsar / Jodhpur / Jaipur / Bharatpur / Orchaa / Khajuraho
Major attractions : Agra: Agra Fort, Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, etc. Jodhpur: Mandor Garden, Mehrangarh Fort & Jaswant Thada. Jaipur: Hawa Mahal, Amber Palace, Jantar Mantar Observatory, etc. Bharatpur: Wildlife sanctuary Orchaa: Rajmahal, Laxmi Narayan Temple and Jehangir Mahal Khajurao: 22 of the 85 original remaining temples.

Day 01 :

Delhi Arrive Delhi and transfer to hotel. Check in hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 02 :

Delhi- Mukundgarh Morning, drive to Mukundgarh. Arrive & check in at hotel. Afternoon visit Mukundgarh / Mandawa. Mandawa, founded in 1775 by Thakur Nawal Singhand still the home of his descendants has beautiful frescoes, havelis and mansions. Mandawa Castle, one of the finest castle of Rajasthan is now a hotel and houses a collection of armories, costumes of ancestors, cannons from 1820 ancient coins, numismatic collection and many other interesting items in a Museum. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03:

Mukundgarh- Khimsar Morning, drive to Khimsar. Arrive Khimsar & check in at hotel. Afternoon sightseeing at Khimsar. Khimsar is steeped in history- founded 2500 years ago by the Jain Saint Mahaveer. This is the starting point of the great Indian Desert. The founder of the castle which was built in mid 15th century was Prince Karamsi- son of Jodhpur and very close to other places of interest like Osian and Nagaur. Well managed Khimsar Fort provides the visitors with all modern amenities- 50 luxuriously furnished rooms, theme dinners, a variety of continental and indian meals as well as traditional Rajasthani are available. Evening jeep safari to sand dunes for a sunset view. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04 :

Khimsar / Jodhpur Morning, drive to Jodhpur stopping at Mandor 10 Kms short of Jodhpur to visit the Mandor Garden the old capital of Jodhpur. On arrival at Jodhpur, visit Mehrangarh Fort & Jaswant Thada. Overnight at hotel

Day 05 :

Jodhur / Jaipur Morning, drive to Jaipur. On arrival check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 06 :

Jaipur Morning, sightseeing tour and visit to the Amber Fort. Amber Fort, the ancient capital of the state until 1728. See the Sheesh Mahal or the hall of victory glittering with mirrors, Jal Mahal and Kali. Ascend, on elephant back, the hill on which fort is situated. City sightseeing tour, Jaipur the capital of Rajasthan was given a color coat of pink a century ago in honor of a visiting prince. Ever since it had retained that color. Built by Maharaja Jai Singh, the notable astronomer, this city is 260 years old. Visit the Maharaja’s City Palace and the observatory and drive past Hawa Mahal , the palace of winds. Overnight at hotel

Day 07 :

Jaipur / Bharatpur Morning, drive to Bharatpur. Arrive Bharatpur & check in hotel. Afternoon sightseeing of Bharatpur. Visit Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary on rickshaws. The most spectacular water- Birds Sanctuary features nesting of indigenous water- birds, migratory birds. >From October till December, the indigenous water- birds nest around the lake from December on the migratory Geese, Duck and Cranes are the main feature of the sanctuary. Overnight at hotel.

Day 08:

Bharatpur / Orchaa Morning, drive to Orchaa. Arrive Orchaa & check in at hotel. Visit the well- preserved medieval township of Orcha built in the 16th century. Sightseeing include the Rajmahal with its beautiful murals, the Laxmi Narayan Temple and the Jehangir Mahal built in the 17th century, to commemorate the visit of the emperor Jehangir. Overnight at hotel.

Day 09 :

Orchaa / Khajuraho Morning, drive to Khajuraho. Arrive Khajuraho & check in at hotel. Enjoy visit to Khajuraho and its temples, built during the reign of the Chendela Kings from 950-1050. Today only 22 of the 85 original remaining temples are magnificent examples of Hindu architecture. These exquisite sculptures,.which adorn the spires with a galaxy of gods and goddesses, beasts and serpents and a multitude of erotic couples represent a paean to life, love and joy. Overnight at hotel.

Day 10 :

Khajuraho / Agra Morning, drive to Agra. Arrive Agra & check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11 :

Agra Morning, city sightseeing tour visiting the world famous Taj Mahal, built by the Mughal Emperor Shahjahan in 1630 for his Queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. Later visit the Agra Fort containing the pearl mosque and the hall of public and private audience. Also, visit Itmad-Ud-Daula’s Tomb built by Empress Noorjahan in memory of her father. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 12 :

Agra / Delhi Morning, drive to Delhi. Arrive Delhi & check in at hotel. Afternoon sightseeing of Delhi. Overnight at hotel.

OVERLAND JEEP SAFARI

8 Nights / 9 Days

Delhi – Kulu – Manali – Jispa – Sarchu – Leh – Delhi

DAY 01 Arrive Delhi `

Welcome by presentable representative of Impact Holidays with marigold garland with cheerful smile & Transfer to hotel. Overnight stay.

DAY 02 – Delhi

After breakfast morning sightseeing of New Delhi by private car with English speaking guide, consisting of drive through the Raisina Hills- Parliament House, India Gate, President House, 16th century tomb of Emperor Humayun built of Marble & Red stone in typical Mughal fashion, Lotus temple (Bahai Temple) & Qutab Minar.

Afternoon sight seeing of Old Delhi is highlighted Shah Jahan’s Red Fort, the bustling market place of Chandni Chowk by Rikshaw Puller Ride, Raj Ghat, the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi. Evening return to the Red Fort to watch the “Sun et Lumire” which is an inter play of colorful lights and sound tracing the history of monument till date. Gather together to meet the Indian family followed by welcome dinner and cocktail. Overnight stay at Hotel .

DAY 03 DELHI-KULLU-MANALI (575 kms)

Depart for Kullu by air. On arrival at Bhuntar Airport, transfer to Manali.

DAY 04 MANALI-JISPA (10 hrs)

Start on road journey from Manali to Jispa by jeep, passing the Rohtang Passen Route. Drive down the other side of the pass into a more open valley through which flows River Chandra. Lunch near the village of Sissu. After a few kilometers, drive on valley floor and start climbing the hillside to come to Keylong, a quaint village, once an important stop on the erstwhile trade route between India and Chine/Tibet.

DAY 05 JISPA-SARCHU (10 hrs)

Depart for Darcha, only 6 km from Jispa, a meeting point for many Trans-Himalayan trails. Proceed towards Baralacha. A steep climb to a spur on the hillside brings you face to face with the picturesquely situated Darcha-Sumdo village, across the Bhaga River. Continue driving to Bhagsu from where it is a torturous up-hill drive, rising about 1,000 meters in about 30 km. Patches of snow and ice, perennial at these altitudes, appear by the roadside. Arrive on top of the Baralacha Pass and a spectacular awe-inspiring panorama of snow-capped peaks and ranges and blue skies emerges. There are lakes and ponds where migratory Siberian birds stop on the way to and from sanctuaries in India. The landscape changes dramatically, from green mountain slopes to bare mountain slides, beige and brown, oxidized granite and streaks of lime and slate. After an hour’s drive you come to the vast Sarchu plains, at an altitude of about3,900-odd meters.

DAY 06 SARCHU-LEH(240 km/11 hrs)

another circuitous drive up to the famous Galta loops, consisting of 32 hairpin bends, and come out in Pang Valley. Cross to the other side of Pang, Tzanspo river to continue drive up to the other plateau for a long traverse on the legendary Moore plains, the highest of the Tibetian plateaus at 4,200 meters. Continue driving to Tanglangla, the highest pass on the journey that commands breathtaking views of the Zanskar range. A pleasant drive of about 20 km brings you to the Ladakhi hamlet, Gya, which is heralded by prayer-flags. Pass by a few more villages and you reach the great Indua river. Further, the drive towards to Leh brings to view many monasteries. The Kanglachen, 6,020 meters, soars up into the blue sky, dominating the triangular valley of Leh.

DAY 07 LEH

Morning free. Afternoon half-day city sightseeing tour including Shankar Gompa, Spituk and Phyang Monasteries. Evening visit Ladakhi home.

DAY 08 LEH

Full day excursion to Shey, Thicksey & Hemis Monasteries.

DAY 09 LEH-DELHI

Depart for Delhi by air.

Rajasthan Heritage Tour

15 Nights / 16 Days

Samode -Nawalgarh – Mandawa – Bikaner – Jaisalmer – Jaisalmer – Jodhpur – Ghanerao – Ranakpur – Udaipur – Deogarh – Deogarh – Jaipur – Kanota – Kanota – Agra – Delhi

Day 01: Arrive Delhi – Samode

Rajput Heritage Rajasthan has been long regarded as the land of Maharaja’s, forts and palaces. Staying at Palace – converted into hotel – is a totally unparalleled experience. Discover a whole new world, as you meander down the centuries, while you are on following trail. Day 01 – Arrive Delhi – Samode On arrival in Delhi you will be picked up from the airport and driven straight away to Samode. On arrival check in into Hotel Samode Palace. Afternoon free to explore the surroundings, in the evening enjoy GALA welcome dinner with traditional Rajasthani dances. Overnight at hotel.

Day 02: Samode – Nawalgarh

In the morning take a city tour of Jaipur covering Amer Fort, Royal observatory, and then continue to Nawalgarh: The heart of Shekhawati. On arrival check in into Hotel Roop Niwas Palace. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03: Nawalgarh – Mandawa

Morning free to explore the surroundings, then drive to Mandawa, ideal location to revisit Rajasthan’s rich heritage and culture. On arrival check in into Castle Mandawa. Rest of the day free to explore the surroundings. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04: Mandawa – Bikaner

In the morning explore the area, and in the afternoon drive to Bikaner. On arrival check in into hotel Lallgarh Palace. Overnight to be spent at hotel.

Day 05: Bikaner

Today enjoy city tour covering Junagadh Fort – constructed between 1588 and 1593 by Raja Rai Singh, fort has a 986 metre long wall with 37 bastions & two entrances, Bhand Sagar Temple – The 16th century Jain temple,is the most important of this temple complex, Camel Breeding Farm – a unique experience where you can ride on a camel & have perhaps the first taste of camel’s milk. Overnight at hotel.

Day 06: Bikaner – Jaisalmer

Morning drive to Jaisalmer – The Citadel City, on arrival check in into Hotel Rawal-Kot. Afternoon free to relax or enjoy the city atmosphere. Overnight at hotel.

Day 07: Jaisalmer

Morning city tour covering &150; Jaisalmer Fort – built on the highest point of the Tricuta hill, the fort is entered through the Suraj Pol or Sun Gate. Outstanding features are Megh Durbar & various temples, Salim Singh- Ki- Haveli & Patwon–Ki-Haveli – some of the beautiful mansions with stone carving and lattice work of breath taking intricacy, Lodurva – A masterpiece of architectural grandeur. Overnight at hotel.

Day 08: Jaisalmer

No trip to Jaisalmer is complete with out a visit to the most picturesque dunes. This day you will visit Sam Sand dunes. The ripples on the wind-caressed dunes create enchanting mirages. Adventure freaks can go out on a Camel Safari – getting the real feel of the desert on the camel back. Overnight at hotel.

Day 09: Jaisalmer – Jodhpur

Today we drive to Jodhpur, after a short city tour proceed further to the Hotel Saradar Samand Palace, which is located near the Saradar Samand Lake. Overnight at hotel.

Day 10: Jodhpur – Ghanerao

In the morning you are free to explore the enchanting surroundings. Afternoon drive to Ghanerao. On arrival check in into Ghanerao Castle. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11: Ghanerao – Ranakpur

In the morning take an excursion to Kumbhalgarh. Afternoon drive to Ranakpur, On arrival check in into hotel Maharani Bagh. Overnight at hotel.

Day 12: Ranakpur – Udaipur

In the morning enjoy visit Ranakpur temples, then continue to Udaipur. On arrival check in into Hotel Shiv Niwas Palace. In the afternoon enjoy a city tour. Overnight at hotel.

Day 13: Udaipur – Deogarh

In the morning half day city tour. Then drive to Deogarh. On arrival check into Deogarh Mahal: A castle of Medieval Rajasthan. You can also enjoy of your choice Trekking in the hills or Walk in the village or Local tribal warrior dance or Performance by folk musicians and artists. Overnight at hotel.

Day 14: Deogarh – Jaipur – Kanota

In the morning drive to Jaipur and proceed 15 kms further towards east. Arrive and check into Royal Castle Kanota : Rest of the day free. Overnight at hotel.

Day 15: Kanota – Agra

Today drive to Agra, enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri. Arrive and check in into hotel. In the afternoon enjoy a city tour covering Taj Mahal, Red Fort, The Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daula. Overnight at hotel.

Day 16: Agra – Delhi

oday morning drive back to Delhi enroute visiting Sikandara. After a whirlwind city tour of Delhi, enjoy farewell dinner, and be transferred to Airport to enboard International flight.

RAJASTHAN HONEYMOON TRIP

13 Days Tour

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Rajasthan offers some of the most luxurious palace hotels, resorts and spa centers. Our royal honeymoon trip – an integral part of honeymoon tours of Rajasthan, offers stay in some of the best hotels of Rajasthan and is most suitable for honeymooners. The trip is specially designed to cater to those who travel in style and want to enjoy hospitality, warmth and comfort of high excellence.

Day 01 : Arriver Delhi

Arrive Delhi by international flight
Assistance and transfer to Imperial hotel (heritage room).
Rest of the day free.

Day 02 : Delhi

Sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi

Day 03 : Delhi-Rishikesh, 260 km

Drive to Rishikesh and check-in at The Ananda.

Nestled in the foothills, fresh air and rejuvenating surroundings of the Himalayas, lies and magic destination spa, Ananda. Located at the source of ancient indian practices of yoga, meditation and Ayurveda. Built on a mountain ridge, around the 100 acre palace and estate of the Maharaja of tehri garhwal, overlooking the holy river gangs and the valley of rishikesh, ananda offers a luxurious haven of tranquility and balance.

Day 04 : Rishikesh

The activities at the resort including 21000 q ft. of spa facilities, scheduled yoga and meditation classes, cooking class, use of wet spa areas. Options are available for day rafting, trekking in himalayan foothill.

Day 05 : Rishikesh

The resort has a vast choice of Ayurvedic treatment being the largest destination spa in India. Team of 2 medical physicians, 17 spa and beauty therapists, 4 fitness experts and 3 yoga teachers.

Day 06 : Rishikesh-Delhi

Return to Delhi for overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 07 : Delhi-Agra drive, 204 km

Drive to Agra, 4 hours comfortable drive by car On arrival, check-in at the Amar Vilas Palace luxurious hotel. Amar vilas palace, 600 metrs from Taj Mahal provide rooms each with an area of 45 sq mts with a view of the taj mahal, deluxe rooms private terraces, elegantly appointed interiors with teak wood flooring, hand crafted furniture, spacious marble bathrooms with separate shower stalls, walk-in closet, personal bar, satellite television, compact disc and digital video players and in room safes, two line telephones with dataports.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Agra and Taj mahal.

Day 08 : Agra-Jaipur drive, 235 km/6 hours

Drive to Jaipur visiting en-route fatehpur sikri
On arrival, check-in at Raj Vilas Palace

All deluxe rooms are with a private central courtyard. Each air-conditioned room has an area of approx. 2 sq mt, elegantly appointed bedroom with 4-poster king-size bed, spacious marble bathrooms overlooking private walled garden with double vanity counter, sunken bath, separate shower, dressing room with walk-in-closet, personal bar, satellite TV, compact disc and video players, in-room safe, twin telephone lines.

Day 09 : Jaipur

Morning visit Amer Fort and enjoy elephant ride to ascend.
Afternoon city sightseeing tour.

Day 10 : Jaipur-Udaipur-Devi Garh

One hour flight in the morning to Udaipur.
On arrival, transfer to Devi Garh, 35 km

Tucked away in the age-Old Aravali hills of Rajasthan, the 18th century devi garh fort palace, in the village of delwara commands one of the three main passes into the valley of Udaipur. All of the 23 suites at devi garh are unique; luxurious and beautiful, yet equipped with the most modern of conveniences to make a quest feel totally at home. Most suites include an individual terrace or garden. The premium suite, called the Devi Garh suite, has a swimming pool and a jacuzzi, of its own. Each suite is embellished with marble and semi-precious stones, while the public spaces are designed around different metals. Each room at devi garh is a compact accommodation unit in itself offering; private dining areas, Mini Bar, In-room safe, Marble Bathtub, individual shower cubicle, CD Player, Satellite Television.

Day 11 : Devi Garh

Morning visit of Iklingji and Nagda temples
Afternoon at leisure

Day 12 : Devi Garh-Udaipur

Short drive to Udaipur, romantic city of Rajasthan.
Afternoon sightseeing tour.
Overnight at famous lake palace hotel.

Day 13 : Udaipur-Delhi-Dep.

Transfer to airport for flight to Delhi and onward connection for next
destination.
(Extension to Goa and Mumbai fan be organized with this tour)

RAJASTHAN TOUR ITINERARY

A trip to Rajasthan will bring you closer to its unmatched cultural heritage that has remained the same since time immemorial. Every city in Rajasthan has its own cultural identity that gives a tourist a totally new experience everywhere in Rajasthan. This heritage tour of Rajasthan includes visits to Jaipur, Kota, Bundi, Ranthambhore, Udaipur, Kumbhalgarh, Bikaner and Jaisalmer.

Day 01 : Arrive Delhi by international flight

Assistance on arrival and transfer to the Hotel. Check-in time is 12.00 Noon.

Day 02 : Delhi-Mandawa drive, 260 km/5 hours

Drive to Mandawa and on arrival, check-in at the hotel. Afternoon visit Havelies in Shekhawati Region. .

Day 03 : Mandawa-Bikaner drive, 200 km/4 hours

Drive to Bikaner and on arrival, check-in at the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Bikaner.

Day 04 : Bikaner

Morning visit Deshnoke Temple Afternoon visit Camel Breeding Farm.

Day 05 : Bikaner-Jaisalmer, 333 km/6 hours

Drive to Jaisalmer and on arrival, check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day free.

Day 06 : Jaisalmer

Morning city sightseeing tour Afternoon visit Sam Dunes with camel ride.

Day 07 : Jaisalmer-Jodhpur, 297 km/5-1/2 hrs

Drive to Jodhpur and on arrival, check-in at the hotel Afternoon sightseeing tour.

Day 08 : Jodhpur-Kumbhalgarh, 220 km/5 hours

Drive to Kumbhalgarh and check-in at the hotel Afternoon visit Kumbhalgarh Fort

Day 09 : Kumbhalgarh-Udaipur, 100 km/2 hours

Drive to Udaipur visiting enroute Ranakpur temples

Day 10 : Udaipur

Morning city sightseeing tour Afternoon at leisure

Day 11 : Udaipur-Kota, 285 km

Drive to Kota visiting enroute Chittaurgarh On arrival, check-in at the hotel.

Day 12 : Kotah-Bundi-Ranthambhore, 200 km

Drive to Ranthambhore visiting en-route Bundi On arrival, check-in at the hotel

Day 13 : Ranthambhore-Jaipur, 185 km/4 hours

Morning jeep safari to view the wildlife (Sanctuary remains closed from Jul. to Sep.) Afternoon drive to Jaipur and check-in at the hotel

Day 14 : Jaipur

Morning visit Amer Fort & elephant ride Afternoon city sightseeing tour

Day 15 : Jaipur

Day at leisure – optional day trip to Pushkar(140 km)

Day 16 : Jaipur-Delhi, 260 km/6 hours

Drive to Delhi and on arrival, transfer to international Airport for onward flight

Bird Watching

Rajasthan’s lakes, ponds, marshlands and grasslands are a haven for bird lovers. One can find around 550 species of birds and most of these are residents.

The best colony of birds in the world is Keoladeo National Park situated In Bharatpur. It has more than 400 species of birds and more than 130 of them breed inside the park. Being a unique bird place, the UNESCO has recognised it as a world heritage site.

It is truly a paradise of feathered life which provides unlimited opportunities to bird watchers. Various other lakes and ponds spread over the state offer the enthusiast an opportunity to watch the activities of the birds.

The major wetlands other than Bharatpur are Kukas, Kalah, Bund, Buchora Chandii, Chhaparwara and Ramgarh in Jaipur, Siliserh Jaisamand and Mansarover in Alwar, Ana Sagar and Fatehsagar in Ajmer, Jaisamand, Pichhola and Badi Ka Talab in Udaipur, Balsamand and Sardar Samand in Jodhpur, Bassi Dam in Chittaurgarh and Meja Dam in Bhilwara.

The best season for bird watching starts with the onset of winter when marshlands and lakes are inhabited by migratory birds as well as resident birds.

In salt- water lakes, flamingos are also found, like in Pachpadra near Barmer and Sambhar near Jaipur. Bird watching g is a hobby which has minimum requirements. All you need is a binocular.

Rajasthan Gems & Jewellery

In Rajasthan, men and women traditionally wore necklaces, armlets, anklets, earings and rings. With the advent of the Mughal Empire, Rajasthan became a major centre for production of the finest kind of jewellery. It was a true blend of the Mughal with the Rajasthani craftsmanship.

The Mughals brought sophisticated design and technical know-how of the Persian with them. The common link was the inherently decorative nature of the Muslim and Hindu art. The synthesis of the two cultures resulted in a period of grandeur and brilliance that dazzled the eyes of foreigners and has passed into legend. The jewellers of Rajasthan specilised in the setting of precious stones into gold and the enameling of gold. Jaipur and to some extent Alwar emerged as the enameling centers par excellence in the eighteenth and nineteenth century. Enameling was introduced by Maharaja Man Singh who had cordial relations with Akbar.

The enameled gold staff of the Maharaja is unsurpassed even today for its brilliant colours. For enameling the piece to be worked on is fixed on a stick of lac and delicate designs if flowers, birds and fishes are etched on it. A wall is made to hold the colours while engravings are made in the grooves to heighten the interplay of the transparent shades, thus enhancing the beauty of the jewel. The surface is fully burnished by agate; then the enamel colours are filled in painstakingly as in a miniature painting.

The article is then left in the oven on a mica plate to keep it off the fire. Colours are applied in order of their hardness those requiring more later when set it is rubbed gently with the file and cleaned with lemon or tamarind. The craftsmen in Jaipur are believed to have originally come from Lahore. In Jaipur the traditional Mughal colours of red, green and white are most commonly used in enameling.

A quintessentially Indian technique and a speciality of Rajasthan is the setting of stones by means of Kundan the jewellery in which stones are set is rarely solid gold, it has a core of lac, a natural resin. The pieces which make up the finished object are first shaped by specialised craftsmen (and soldered together if the shape is complicated) and left in separate hollow halves. Holes are cut for the stones, any engraving or chasing is carried out and the pieces are enameled.

When the stones are to be set lac is inserted in the back and is then holes. Highly refined gold, the Kundan, is then used to cover the lac and the stone is pushed into the Kundan. More Kundan is applied around the edges to strengthen the setting and give it a neat appearance. This was the only form of setting for stones in gold until claw settings were introduced under the influence under the influence of western jewellery in the nineteenth century.

More than one craftsman was often in the making of a single piece of jewellery. The chiterias made the design, the ghaarias the engraving the meenakar and the sunar was the goldsmith. These craftsmen received patronage from the nobles and the kings and therefore they did not have to compromise their art for the sake of popular taste.

They could take as long as they liked over a piece of jewellery. Many of the old styles remain unchanged to this day. In Pratapgarh a special type of quasi-enameling is done in which extremely fine work on gold is daintily carried out on green enamel, which forms the base. In Nathdwara a good deal of enamel work on silver and other metals is done nowadays as a furtherance to this famous age old craft.

Cultural Tour of Rajasthan

Duration: 15 Nights / 16 Days
Places Covered: Delhi – Mandawa – Bikaner – Jaisalmer – Jodhpur – Kumbhalgarh – Udaipur – Kotah – Bundi – Ranthambore – Jaipur – Agra

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Day 01 : Arrive Delhi by international flight
Assistance on arrival and transfer to the hotel.
Check-in time is 12.00 Noon.Day 02 : Delhi – Mandawa
Drive to Mandawa and on arrival, check-in at the hotel.
Afternoon visit Havelies in Shekhawati Region.

Day 03 : Mandawa – Bikaner
Drive to Bikaner and on arrival, check-in at the hotel.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Bikaner.

Day 04 : Bikaner
Morning visit Deshnoke Temple.
Afternoon visit Camel Breeding Farm

Day 05 : Bikaner – Jaisalmer
Drive to Jaisalmer and on arrival, check-in at the hotel.
Rest of the day free.

Day 06 : Jaisalmer
Morning city sightseeing tour.
Afternoon visit Sam Dunes with camel ride.

Day 07 : Jaisalmer – Jodhpur
Drive to Jodhpur and on arrival, check-in at the hotel Afternoon sightseeing tour.

Day 08 : Jodhpur – Kumbhalgarh
Drive to Kumbhalgarh and check-in at the hotel Afternoon visit Kumbhalgarh Fort

Day 09 : Kumbhalgarh-Udaipur
Drive to Udaipur visiting enroute Ranakpur temples

Day 10 : Udaipur
Morning city sightseeing tour Afternoon at leisure

Day 11 : Udaipur – Kotah
Drive to Kotah visiting enroute Chittaurgarh On arrival, check-in at the hotel.

Day 12 : Kotah – Bundi – Ranthambhore
Drive to Ranthambhore visiting en-route Bundi On arrival, check-in at the hotel

Day 13 : Ranthambhore – Jaipur
Morning jeep safari to view the wildlife (Sanctuary remains close from Jul. to Sep.)
Afternoon drive to Jaipur and check-in at the hotel

Day 14 : Jaipur
Morning visit Amer Fort & elephant ride
Afternoon city sightseeing tour

Day 15 : Jaipur – Agra
En-route visit Fatehpur Sikri

Day 16 : Agra – Delhi
Morning city sightseeing tour
Afternoon drive to Delhi for onward flight.

Merwara Mewar Circuit

Places of Interest: Ajmer – Pushkar – Merta – Nagaur

Located in the heart of Rajasthan, Ajmer is a small town with a very interesting past. Raja Ajai Pal Chauhan founded it in the 7th century A.D.. When you visit Ajmer today, it is difficult to imagine that this small city was at one time the seat of power of the Chauhan dynasty. It was from Ajmer that the last Hindu ruler of Delhi, Prithviraj Chauhan, controlled a major part of northern India. The legendary Prithviraj lived here and became a force to reckon with. His exploits are related with great wonder and sometimes disbelief. Few rulers of that time could match the charisma and heroism of this dynamic ruler. The Chauhans dominated Ajmer for many years and it was only toward the end of the 12th century that Prithviraj was killed in battle with Muhammad Ghori. That changed the history of this region totally.

The importance of Ajmer diminished with the death of its most valiant ruler and Ajmer passed under the Delhi Sultanate. From hen on, Ajmer saw many upheavals until Emperor Akbar came to the throne in 1556 and gave Ajmer the status of a full-fledged province. He also used Ajmer as a base for his operations in Rajputana. But Ajmer saw some more turbulence when the Mughals, the Marathas and the British all tried to interfere in the affairs of this province.

However, from 1818 AD onwards, the British Empire gained full control here and it remained so until India’s independence. The British left behind a legacy that still lives in the excellent educational institution, the colonial bungalows, the club and the old railway quarters.

Places to Visit

Today, Ajmer is more important as the final resting-place of the great Sufi saint- Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti. Muslims from all over the world revere the Dargah Sharif, where the saint lies buried. This has been so for centuries now. Even Akbar walked to the Dargah all the way from Agara. Every year, during the Urs, lakhs of Muslim devotees gather here to pay homage to the Garib Nawaz, the protector of the poor. If you want to see an altogether different side of this sleepy little town then make sure you’re here during the annual urs. This town where very little activity seems to be going on, on normal days, suddenly turns into a bustling, lively place. While you’re around the dargah, don’t miss seeing the beautiful Adhaidin-ka- Jonpra with its ornate calligraphic inscriptions. There are other areas of interest like the Taragarh Fort and the Ana Sagar lake with its marble pavillions.

Just as the Muslim revere the Dargah here, the Hindus accord the same sanctity to the holy town of Pushkar. Located jus 11 kms from Ajmer, the holy lake of Pushkar is believed to have been created by Lord Brahma himself. It is as important as Benaras of Puri. Devout Hindus believe that it is essential to visit Pushkar at least once in their lifetime. No pilgrimage is considered complete without a dip in the holy Pushkar lake. Pushkar has as many as 400 temples and 52 Ghats and the only temple in the country that is dedicated to Brahma is to be found here.

While Pushkar is a haven for the religiously inclined, it is also the venue of the one of the country’s most colorful cattle fairs- the Pushkar Fair. This annual fair is an unforgettable event when the entire little town is taken over by lakhs of animals and visitors. This is certainly the right time to be in Pushkar. Just relax and let yourself go, you’ll be carried away by the heady exuberance that is so much a part of the mela. Ride camels, shop at the colorful market, watch the sunset over the sand dunes, admire the beautiful clothes of the pilgrims, you can even try wearing the gorgeous odhmis and turbans.

Do what you will; Pushkar Fair is a once in a lifetime experience that you will want to repeat. The little 16th century town of Merta has much to offer by way of historicity. Drive around this fortified town and see some of the ruins that go back several centuries. The famous temple of Charbhuja is located in the center of the town and is visited by devotees throughout the year. The saint poetess Meera Bai was also associated with this temple. Another famous shrine is the mosque erected by Emperor Aurangzeb on the ruins of a Shiva temple. It is an imposing edifice, as are the various Hindu shrines surrounding it. A lake named after the founder Rao Duda, and called Dudasagar, still survives.

Merta is not your usual run of the mill tourist destination, it is a quiet town that is to be visited more for its unspoilt small town charm than for the conventional tourist attractions of bigger cities. Nagaur, on the other hand, is a small town but with numerous fascinating monuments.

The Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan granted this town to Raja Amar Singh and the focal point here is the fort itself. Now painstakingly restored, the for t has some splendid palaces, temples, and palatial mansions, some of which have been built by Akbar and Shah Jahan. The beautiful Moti Mahal, Badal Mahal, and Hawa Mahal are superb architectural creations. The walls of the baradari are adorned with some exquisite frescoes, which are a combination of Persian and Nagaur styles. Some more splendid murals can be seen on the walls of the main temples here.

These paintings depict various episodes from the Ramayan and the Mahabharata. Nagaur is also the venue of an annual cattle fair that draws people from distant places and it is a good idea to combine one’s trip to nagaur with the fair. Though not as well attended as the Pushkar fair, it is still interesting to join the simple village folk, dressed in their best, as they buy and sell and seem out to enjoy themselves.

Take part in the folk dances, listen to music or just sit back and watch the camel races and the bullfights. You can pick up marble mementoes, miniature paintings and traditional textiles from this region.

Temple With Wildlife Safari in India

Duration: 21 Days / 20 Nights
Destinaions Covered: Delhi – Haridwar – Rishikesh – Jim Corbett National Park – Nainital – Jabalpur – Kanha National Park – Khajuraho – Varanasi – Delhi
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DAY 01: ARRIVE DELHI
Met upon arr. and transfer to hotel for overnight stay.

DAY 02: IN DELHI
Morning after breakfast, proceed for combined sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi visiting – The mighty Red Fort, Friday Mosque — Jama Masjid, The silver street of Chandni Chowk, Raj Ghat — the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi, The Hindu temple — Birla Mandir, The India Gate — a 42 m high war memorial, The Rashtrapati Bhawan — President’s House, The tomb of Emperor Humayun, Qutab Minar — a 73 m high victory tower and The Bahai Temple — shaped like a lotus flower and a proof of India’s secularism. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 03: DELHI- HARIDWAR- RISHIKESH
Morning after b/f proceed for the city of Ganges – Hari-Ka-Dwar which means – the gateway to the god – one of the most amazing city – purely meant for to see indian culture – saints, peoples faith in River Ganges – later visit MansaDevi Temple by Ropeway and in the evening watch the best of this place – Aarti – the prayer is performed everyday in the evening with Oil Lamps – and every visitor also joins this ceremony – later proceed to Rishikesh for dinner and overnight stay.

DAY 04: RISHIKESH
Rishi – Kesh which means the hairs of the saint – this small town is located on the footsteps of the Himalayas and

DAY 05 RISHIKESH -JIM CORBETT NATIONAL PARK
Morning drive to Jim Corbett National Park. The Corbett National Park was established in 1936 as India’s first National Park, and designated a PROJECT TIGER RESERVE in 1973. It comprises a total area of 520 sq kms and as a visitor your discovery will include species of 50 mammals, 580 birds,25 reptiles, 110 species of trees, 51 0f shrubs and 33 of bamboo and grass. Visit the Park on elephant back / Jeep Safari. Overnight at Jungle Resort.

DAY 06: JIM CORBETT N.P.
Full day Jungle activities. Overnight at Jungle resort.

DAY 07: JIM CORBETT N.P.
Full day Jungle activity. Overnight at Jungle resort.

DAY 08:JIM CORBETT – NAINITAL
Morning drive to Nainital, a beautiful hill station in the lap of Central lower Himalayan. Arrive by noon and stay at hotel. Rest of the day free to explore the surrounding.

DAY 09: NAINITAL
Half day sight seen visiting the taals (lakes) and orchards. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 10: NAINITAL-DELHI
Morning check out from the hotel and then leave directly for Delhi. Arrive by Late noon /evening and stay at hotel for overnight stay.

DAY 11: DELHI- JABALPUR-BY OVERNIGHT TRAIN
Morning FREE. Afternoon in time transfer to railway station to board GONDWANA EXPRESS train for Jabalpur at 1430 hours. Overnight on board.

DAY 12: JABALPUR- KANHA NATIONAL PARK
This morning on arrival (at 0545 hours) our representative will meet you at the railway station and transfer to Kanha National Park (Tiger reserve). Afternoon free at leisure. Overnight at Jungle Lodge.

DAY 13: KANHA NATIONAL PARK
Full day jungle activities seeing, spotted deer’s, leopard, chital, jackals, Indian Tigers and many kind of birds. Overnight at Jungle Lodge.

DAY 14: KANHA NATIONAL PARK
Full day to explore the Jungle with all Activities. Overnight at Jungle Lodge.

DAY 15: KANHA- BANDHAVGARH NATIONAL PARK
Today morning in time drive to another Wild Life sanctuary- Bandhavgarh. On arrival check into the Jungle Lodge for overnight stay.

DAY 16: BANDHAVGARH NATIONAL PARK
Full day for Jungle activities. Overnight at the Lodge.

DAY 17: BANDHAVGARH NATIONAL PARK
Full day for Jungle activities. Overnight at the Lodge.

DAY 18: BANDHAVGARH- KHAJURAHO
Morning drive to Khajuraho. On arrival transfer to hotel for wash n change. Later half day tour of Khajuraho temple (World heritage Site). Overnight at hotel.

DAY 19: KHAJURAHO -VARANASI
Morning city tour of Khajuraho, visiting eastern & Western Group of temples. Later in time transfer to airport to board flight for Varanasi. – (IC 7407 AT 1225 HRS). Arrive Varanasi at 1325 hours and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day free to explore the surrounding. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 20: VARANASI
This early morning sunrise boat cruise at holy river Ganges visiting Ghats and seeing people taking holy dip and worshiping, followed by city tour of Varanasi, visiting Monkey temple, Kashi Vishwanath temple, Bharat Mata Mandir and the famous Hindu University. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 21: VARANASI – DELHI- ONWARD DESTINATION
Morning at leisure. Later in time transfer to airport to board flight for Delhi. Arrive Delhi and transfer to International Airport to board flight for onward destination.

Rajasthan Travel & Golden Triangle Tour

Duration: 20 Nights / 21 Days
Places Covered: Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Pushkar – Ranthambhore – Kota – Bundi – Chittaurgarh – Udaipur – Ranakpur – Jodhpur – Jaisalmer – Bikaner – Mandawa – Delhi.

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Day 01: Arrival at Delhi
Company representatives will receive you on arrival at the international airport in Delhi late in the evening. Transfer to your hotel. Relax.
Overnight will be at Delhi.Day 02: Delhi – Agra: By Road 250 Kms/6 hr
Proceed for Agra after breakfast. Reach Agra in the afternoon.

Overnight will be at Agra.

Day 03: Agra – Jaipur: By Road 221 Kms/6 hr
After breakfast drive to beautiful Pink City – Jaipur.

Reach and check in at hotel.

Spend night at Jaipur.

Day 04: Jaipur
Breakfast will be at hotel.
Proceed for excursion to Amber Fort in the outskirts of Jaipur. Elephant ride ascent to the fort.

Overnight will be at Jaipur.

Day 05: Jaipur – Pushkar: By Road 140 km/3 hr
Proceed for Pushkar after breakfast. Reach Pushkar by noon and relax. Check in at the SWISS TENTS.

Overnight will be at hotel.

Day 06: Pushkar
Full day will be spent in PUSHKAR FAIR.

Day 07 Pushkar – Ranthambhore: By Road 240 km/6 hr

Visit the BRAHMA TEMPLE – The only one in the world.

Start early after breakfast for Ranthambhore.

Overnight will be at Ranthambhore.

Day 08: Ranthambhore
Enjoy the day at Ranthambhore going out for JUNGLE SAFARIS into the PARK.

Overnight will be at Ranthambhore.

Day 09: Ranthambhore – Kota: By Road 140 km/3 hr
Proceed for the morning SAFARI.

Start for KOTA after breakfast.

Overnight will be at Kota.

Day 10: Kota – Bundi – Chittaurgarh: By Road 180 km/5 hr
Start for Bundi after breakfast.

After visiting the FORT proceed to stay at the BIJAIPUR CASTLE SUITE.

Overnight will be at the CASTLE.

Day 11: Bijaipur – Udaipur

Start for Udaipur after breakfast.

Reach and check in at hotel.

Relax in the evening. Spend night at Udaipur.

Day 12: Udaipur
Breakfast will be at hotel.

Overnight will be at Udaipur.

Day 13: Udaipur – Jodhpur: By Road 250 km/6 hr

Proceed in the morning after a leisurely breakfast and reach Jodhpur.

Relax in the hotel and visit the museum of UMAID BHAWAN PALACE. Overnight will be at Jodhpur.

Day 14: Jodhpur
Morning go for a village safari in the jeep and have a rare glimpse into the rich culture and true essence of India. Abundant wildlife (game) and memorable moments of the great desert landscape fascinates one while driving along the countryside.

Overnight will be at Jodhpur.

Day 15: Jodhpur – Jaisalmer: By Road 300 km/5 hr
Proceed for Jaisalmer after breakfast.

Reach and check in at hotel. Overnight will be at Jaisalmer.

Day 16: Jaisalmer
After a relaxed breakfast proceed for full day sightseeing tour of The Golden City – Jaisalmer. It is in the heart of the Great Indian Desert. Its temple, fort and palaces are all built of yellow stone. The city is a mass of intricately carved buildings, facades and elaborate balconies. Visit the JAISALMER FORT – The oldest living Fort in the world.

Stay overnight at the SWISS TENT CAMP.

Day 17: Jaisalmer to Bikaner: By Road 330 km/5 hr
Breakfast will be at the camp. Proceed to Bikaner.

Check in at hotel.

Relax in the evening. Overnight will be at Bikaner.

Day 18: Bikaner – Mandawa
Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed for sightseeing tour of Bikaner.

Reach and check in at hotel. Overnight will be at Mandawa.

Day 19: Mandawa – Delhi
Breakfast will be at the hotel.

Overnight will be at Delhi.

Day 20: Delhi
Proceed for a full day tour of Old & New Delhi after breakfast.

Relax in the evening. Overnight will be at Delhi.

Day 21: Delhi – Home
Breakfast will be at hotel. Day will be free to explore the city and finish last minute shopping.

After the show you will have FAREWELL DINNER before reaching the airport for flight home with sweet memories of India.

Vagad Circuit

Places of Interest: Dungarpur- Bhanswar

Dungarpur and Banswara are the two important cities of the Vagad region. They have an interesting topography, ranging from the wild and rugged terrain in the northeast to fertile plains of alluvial soil in the southwest. These two districts are separated from each other by the magnificent Mahi river. This region was the stronghold of the Bhils and had its own unique lifestyle. Outside influences were minimal, as the region was quite inaccessible. Even today, this region does not fall in the regular tourist circuit but should be explored for its natural scenic beauty.

The area is rich in teak, mahua, and mango trees. The unspoilt-forested areas provide shelter to the jackal, jungle cat, Indian fox, hyena; black faced monkey and porcupine. This area is ideal for those interested in outdoor life. The terrain is ideal for walks and treks; you can spend your time studying the flora and fauna that is unique to this area. This region is so different from the rest of Rajasthan that it is like being in a different state. Also, not being on the tourist circuit, the facilities are a little limited here but you will find enough to make you trip comfortable. In fact, it is just the place to explore if you’re looking for the unexpected. Let yourself be surprised.

Places to See

Daungarpur was founded in the early 13th century. It is famous for its unique architectural style. The areas of interest here are Udai Bilas Palace and Juna Palace. Another interesting place to visit is the famous shrine dedicated to Shrinathji that lies on the bank of the Gaib Sagar lake. The water bodies in Dungarpur attract a large variety of migratory birds during the winters. Other commonly seen birds are partridges, peafowls, quails, cuckoos, eagles and vultures. Udai Bilas Palace is a good example of Rajput architecture with its intricately sculptured pillars and panels, impressive balconies, bracketed windows and marvelous panels. Juna Mahal is a seven storied structure, resembling a fortress with crenellated walls, turrets, narrow entrances and corridors. The interiors are embellished with beautiful frescoes, miniature paintings, glass and mirror work. While some of the most beautiful palaces all over Rajasthan were vandalised by invaders,

Dungarpur was fortunate to have been located in the deep interiors. Its wall paintings are well preserved and there is very little damage to the buildings. The surrounding areas are full of interesting little temple towns, archaeological sites of great importance and ruins of ancient kingdoms.

Visit Beneshwar located at the confluence of the Som and Mahi rivers. The Baneshwar temple is much revered by the Bhils. Other temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Lord Brahma are worth seeing for their exquisitely carved pillars and gateways. This is also the place to be in when the Bhils celebrate their biggest and most important fair- the Baneshwar Fair. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this is the largest gathering of the Bhils who collect here from all over, including Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh. A visit to the fair can be great fun as you mingle with the crowds and watch the simple tribal folk enjoying themselves.

Dev Somnath is a splendid 12th century temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is an exact replica of the original Somnath temple in Gujarat. When the original temple was destroyed several times by the Muslim invaders, devout Hindus decided to create this replica in the interiors so that it would remain safe. Galiyakot was once the capital of the Parmar kings but today it is renowned for its magnificent shrine dedicated to Sayed Fakhruddin. Thousands of devotees gather here during the Urs. Other important places to see are Baroda, the erstwhile capital ofVagad, where some temples still survive and Bhuvaneshwar, which can be visited for its famous temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Banswara is another big town of Vagad to be visited for its natural beauty. The name Banswar, too has been derived from bans, or bamboo which once grew in abundance here. The undulating green hills, deep forested valleys and lakes give this area its own unique feel. More than its architectural heritage, this region is nature lover’s paradise. You cn go for walks and treks, can watch birds and study the flora and allow you to enjoy the simple pleasures that keep the Bhils happy. Bhils constitute half of the total population of Banswar. A stonewall, now in ruins, surrounds the ancient town. An impressive palace of the former rulers of Banswar stands overlooking the town. There are several areas of interest tht can be explored in and around Banswar. The Mahi river has a number of islands that make for interesting spots, there is also a well maintained garden at the Kagdi Pick up and the Mani Dam. Other lakes like the Anand Sagar and Dalab Lake are also worth a visit.

For the adventurous, there are several interesting places located a short distance away from Banswar. Arthuna is famous for its 11th century temples, Talwar has ruins of some ancient temples that are famous for their carved idols, the temple of goddess Tripur Sundari is dedicated to Goddess Durga and has a beautiful idol of the goddess helped out of black stone.

The Rural Heart Lands of Rajasthan

Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights
Destinaions Covered: Delhi – Neemrana – Jaipur – Ranthambore – Bundi – Kota – Bijaipur – Chittorgarh – Dhariyawad – Dungarpur – Udaipur – Delhi
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Day 01 : Abroad – Delhi
Arrive Delhi. Meet and assistance on arrival and transfer from airport to hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 02 : Delhi
Full day sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi visiting Jama Masjid (the largest mosque in Asia), Red Fort (built between 1639-48 by the Shah Jahan, the creator of the Taj Mahal) and the Rajghat (the cremation site of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi).
Afternoon sightseeing tour of New Delhi, drive past Safdarjang’s Tomb (1753 AD). Visit the Qutab Minar (72m high), the most perfect of towers of the Persian world. The drive through New Delhi includes the Embassy area (Diplomatic Enclave), government buildings, India Gate, Birla Temple and Connaught Place.
Day 03 : Delhi – Neemrana (122kms)
Morning drive to Neemrana. Upon arrival in Neemrana, check into Hotel Neemrana Fort, one of the oldest forts in Rajasthan converted into a hotel. Afternoon explore the nearby village and visit 18th century step-well located at walking distance. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 04 : Neemrana- Jaipur (145 kms)
Morning drive to Jaipur and upon arrival check into Hotel Rambagh Palace for two nights. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 05 :Jaipur
Morning excursion to Amber Fort (located on a hill overlooking the Maota Lake). You will climb to the fort on gaily-caparisoned elephants. It is a stunning example of Rajput architecture.
Afternoon city tour of Jaipur, popularly known as ” The Pink City of Rajasthan”. Visit the Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds), which is an elaborate façade behind which ladies of the court used to observe life going on in the streets below. Also visit the City Palace, a wonderful blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture where the present Maharaja still resides. Also visit the Museum, which houses a rare collection of manuscripts, paintings, carpets and armory. Explore the Jantar Mantar, the observatory built by Sawai Jai Singh in 1728. It is the best preserved amongst five observatories built by him. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 06 : Jaipur- Ranthambore (182 kms)
Morning drive south to Ranthambore National Park, a former private Royal hunting preserve. It lies at the junction of the Aravalli and Vindhya Hills. Stay two nights at the Sawai Madhopur Lodge. Afternoon game drive.

Day 07 : Ranthambore
Morning and evening game viewing
Much of this area comprises arid scrub jungles, together with forested hills and artificial lakes. There is an impressive range of birdlife on the lakes. The animal species includes sambar, chital, nilgai, chinkara, wild boar, sloth bear, hyena, jackal, tiger and leopard. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 08 : Ranthambore – Kota (125 kms)
Morning drive to Kota en route visiting Bundi. Visit the City Palace and the tremendous Taragarh or the Star Fort. Continue drive to Kota and check into Hotel Brij Raj Bhawan / Umed Bhawan for one night. Afternoon visit to Kota City Palace and Museum with its outstanding collection of miniature paintings.

Day 09 : Kota – Bijaipur (170 Kms)
Morning drive to Biajipur, en route visiting the Bijolia, the cluster of 11th century temples, and the well-preserved 12th century temples at Menal. Stay one night at the 16th century Bijaipur Castle amid the Vidhyachal ranges. Afternoon free to take a jeep out to Pangarh Fort.

Day 10 : Bijaipur- Dhariyawad (150 Kms)
Morning drive south to Dhariyawad. En route visit Chittorgarh, one of the most spectacular forts in Rajasthan. The impressive remains of temples, towers and palaces date from the 7th to the 15th centuries. Upon arrival check into Hotel Dhariyawad Fort for one night. The small, river bank town of Dhariyawad is centered around the 16th century fort. Evening free to wander around the village.

Day 11 : Dhariyawad – Dungarpur (100 Kms)
Morning drive to Dungarpur, a small town nestling in the Aravalli hills. Check into the 19th century Udai Bilas Palace, the erstwhile Royal Residence, and lye on the banks of the Gaibsagar Lake. Afternoon drive upto the old palace to see the colorful and vibrant frescoes, exquisite miniature paintings, glass and mirror inlay work. Proceed to the top of the hill to watch the sun set over the hills.

Day 12 : Dungarpur- Udaipur (120 kms)
Morning drive to Udaipur. On arrival check into Hotel Shiv Niwas Palace / Lake Palace for two nights. Afternoon motor launch cruise on the placid waters of Lake Pichola. From the boat you will be able to view the city of Udaipur as it rises majestically above the lake in the middle of the Rajasthan desert. Also visit the Jag Mandir Palace – the other lovely island palace in the middle of the lake. Built by Maharana Karan Singhji in 1622 as a pleasure palace for royal function, this island palace has also provided refuge to Prince Khurram who was more known as Emperor Shah Jahan. It is also believed that he got the inspiration to build the Taj Mahal from this Island Palace. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 13 : Udaipur
Morning, sightseeing tour of Udaipur. This is possibly the most romantic city in Rajasthan. There would be no doubt as to why it is called the “Venice of the East”. Maharana Udai Singh founded the city in 1568. Udaipur is full of palaces, temples and havelis, ranging from the modest to the extravagant. Visit the City Palace. At this palace complex, you will marvel at the rooms with mirrored walls and ivory doors, colored glass windows, inlaid marble balconies and the peacock courtyard. Also visit the lovely Sahelion-ki-Bari gardens, the Jagdish temple and the local folk museum. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 14 : Udaipur – Delhi by flight
Morning transfer from hotel to the airport in time to take flight for Delhi. Meeting and assistance on arrival and check into hotel Taj Palace.

Indian Tigers Tours

Duration: 24 Days / 23 Nights
Destinaions Covered: Delhi – Corbett – Nainital – Bharatpur – Sariska – Sawai Madhopur – Jabalpur – Kanha – Bandhavgarh – Khajuraho – Delhi
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Day 01 – Delhi
Arrive Delhi Meet and assist on arrival and transfer to the hotel – over night in to the hotel .

Day 02 – Delhi / Corbett – ( 249 kms – 6-7 hrs approx )
After Breakfast Drive to Corbett National Park , the first Project Tiger Reserve named after the famous hunter and conservator Jim Corbett , Spread over over a large forest area of 520sq km its dense forests with wildlife ,the famous tigers of Kumaon , of which Jim Corbett wrote so much Panthers , wild boar m sloth bears , elephants , deer , python , crocodiles among others . The Ramganga river teems in fish . It also houses more than 500 spices of birds .After Lunch with your naturalist guide afternoon and evening game viewing over night in Dhikala forest Lodge which is situated in the center of the park .

Day 03 & Day 04 – Corbett
Jungle Safari , Elephant Safari , Tiger Tracking and bird Watching .

Day 05 Corbett/ Nainital – ( 80 kms 3-4 kms approx )
Drive to Nainital surrounded by hill ranges and covered by dense forest , the region was a favorite grazing spot of the herbers from surrounding villages who brought their flocks to forage in the green pasture of the valley .With in a maximum, depth of 29 meters , Nanilake which seems to change its hue simultaneously with a change in the sky , has a circumference of 3620meters creating a beautiful promenade that skirts the lake , To Sailors all over the country the Nainital Yatchi Clu has been an embodiment of tradition , and repository of sailing heritage .In the heart of the town is playground and rendezvous of Nainital the flats here one must come to go to either bazaar the club , cinema temple mosque or church , the seven peaks that surrounded the lake provide excellent hiking routes . Over Night at Hotel .

Day 06
Nainital Free day to explore area , hike and / or relax .

Day 07 Nainital / Delhi (350 kms -7-8 hrs Approx )
Enroute enjoy the real villages and on arrival check in to the hotel over night in to the hotel.

Day 08 Delhi / Bharatpur – ( 185 kms / 4-5 hrs approx )
Lv after Breakfast to Bird Sanctuary – Keoladeo Ghana National Park , Bharatpur is a Wonder of the natural world no less worth seeing than marble tomb of Shah Jahan’s Queen .Over 350 species of birds find refuge in the 11 sq miles ( 29 sq kms ) of shallow lakes and woodland which make up the park . A third of them are migrants many of whom spend winter in Bharatpur before returning to there breeding grounds as far as away as Siberia as central Asia . Some 120 species nest in the park and heronry at Keoladeo Ghana is said to be one of the finest in the world .

Day 09 Bharatpur
Full day reserved for Birding – over night in to the hotel.

Day 10 Bharatpur / Sariska
Lv after Breakfast to Sariska ( 140 kms / 4-5 hrs ) – The Sariska Tiger Reserve is dominated by sharp cliffs and narrow valleys of the Aravali mountain ranges . The Grassy glades and woodland covers are excellent niches for the prey specie , sambar , cheetah , nilgai ( antilop or blues bull ) four horned antelop , wild boar and common langur , tiger leopard and their followers jackel ,hyena and jungle cat . Porcupines , being nocturnal are seen after dark . One can easily count 200 peaowls at Kalighat any day . The ruins of temples of Garh – Rajor of the 10th and 11th centuries remained of the past glories of the area . a castle on a sharp hill top stands as a sentinel of its medieval heritage , Evening take a jeep ride into the park . Over Night at Hotel Sariska Palace . This Palace ,located in the center of the tiger reserve was a royal hunting lodge of Maharaja Jai Singh of Alwar Each room is tastefully furnished with Original Quartz and art – deco furniture .. over night in Sariska

Day 11 Sariska
Full day visit to Park . over night in to the hotel.

Day 12 Sariska / SawaiMadhopur – ( 159 kms / 5-6 hrs approx )
Lv after Breakfast to Sawaimadhopur enroute enjoy the villages and people on arrival check in to the hotel and then in the evening enjoy the jungle Lodge and over night in to the hotel ( here Sambar , Chital chinkara , antilop , wild boar and common langur provide a good spectrum of prey for the tigers . It is a 392 sq km of unique habitat of dry deciduous forests with over 300 species of bird such as peafowl parakeets , partridges , storks , egrets , fly catchers , eagles , owls and migratory varieties in winter months that include the black eagle graylag goose and rubby shelduck and pintails . Over Night at the Hunting Lodge .

Day 13 Sawai Madhopur
Full day reserved for safari in the forest , in the late evening before dinner enjoy the cultural dances & Over Night in to the hotel .

Day 14 Sawai Madhopur / Delhi
After Morning Drive and Breakfast lv for Delhi enroute enjoy the country site and villages on arrival check in to the hotel

Day 15 Lv Delhi
According to the Flight Timings transfer to the airport to catch the flight for next destination . tour ends or you can go for an extension tour to central India

Extension Tour of Tiger Tour

Day 16 Delhi / Jabalpur
Lv later in the afternoon – to Jabalpur over night on the train

Day 17 Jabalpur / Kanha
Arrive early morning on arrival start your journey to Kanha National Park ( 140 kms 4 hrs approx ) – Kanha Is Intensely green and its cordon it hills densely wooded . The horse shoe shaped valley , which accounts for nearly a third of Kanha National Park is bound by two distant spurs emanating from main make ridge, forming its southern rim . Kanha’s Sal bamboo forests , rolling grasslands and meandering streams stretch over 940sq km is dramatic natural splendour .This is original clipping country of which he wrote so vividly in “the jungle book ” the range of elevation from 1480 ft to 2950ft gives it a rich habitat diversity . The rims of the plateau have steep rocky slopes and often , escarpments . The later provide a rare stance fro breathtaking views of the valleys below and the hills beyond . The Drive down these plateaus is through exquisite wild country , Huge tree along with a host of small trees comprise the thick forest in the slopes . Sighting the red jungle fowl , the painted spur fowl or a shy barking deer pausing at the roadside and some Gaur and Sambar is common , What may. tin gushed such a drive is the Leopard hurting down a tree or one simply walking along the road . Over Night in to the hotel .

Day 18 & 19
Kanha Full day Safari.Over night in to the hotel.

Day 20 Kanha / Bandhavgarh – ( 200 kms / 5-6 hrs approx )
Lv after Breakfast to the density of the tiger population at Bandhavgarh is the highest known in India , Situated in Shadblow district among the hills of Vindhya Range & covering 448 sq km this is also white tiger country . Bhandhavgarh is densely populated with other species as well ; the great Gaur to the Indian bison can be seen with ease as they come on to the meadows to graze at dusk . Sambar and barking deer are common sight . nilgai are seen in the more open areas of the park . The terrain is of great rocky hills rising sharply from swampy and densely -forested valley bottoms . The finest of these hills is Bhandhavgarh, sided with cliffs and eroded rocks and on its highest point stands Bhandhavgarh fort thought to be more than 200 years old Scattered throughout the park , and particularly around the fort are numerous caves contain shrines and ancient Sanskrit inscriptions . The vegetation is chiefly of sal forest in the valleys and lowers slopes , gradually changing to mixed deciduous forest on the hills and in the hotter drier area if the park in the south and west .Bamboo is found throughout , Overnight at the hotel .

Day 21
Bhandhavgarh Full day jungle Safari .. over night in to the hotel .

Day 22
Bhandhavgarh / Khajuraho – Lv after Breakfast to Khajuraho ( 237 kms 7-8 hrs Approx ) – enroute enjoy the villages and on arrival check in to the hotel and over night in to the hotel.

Day 23
Khajuraho – After Breakfast full day tour to temples and over night in to the hotel.

Day 24
Khajuraho – After Breakfast free for personal activities and later transfer to the airport to catch the flight for Delhi on arrival check in to the hotel or Transfer to the International airport to catch the flight for next Destination .

Rajasthan Travel & Agra Tour

Duration: 09 Nights / 10 Days
Places Covered: Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Jodhpur – Udaipur – Pushkar – Sariska – Delhi

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Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive at Delhi International airport where you will be met by our representative for being transfered to the hotel for an overnight stay.Day 02: Delhi – Agra
Morning combined sightseeing of Old & New Delhi. Thereafter drive to Agra (203 kms), check into the hotel. Late afternoon visit the Taj Mahal – Overnight at hotel.

Day 03: Agra – Jaipur
Drive to Jaipur enroute visiting Red Fort. Later commence drive to Jaipur enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri – the deserted capital of Emperor Akbar. Continue driving to Jaipur. On arrival check into the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 04: Jaipur
After breakfast excursion to Amber Fort where elephant ride is provided to ascend the hill on top of which this magnificent Fort is built. Sightseeing tour of Jaipur city in the afternoon. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 05: Jaipur – Jodhpur
Morning drive to Jodhpur (290 kms) – check into the hotel. Late afternoon tour of Jodhpur – with a visit to Meherangarh Fort – one of the most impressive and formidable in the whole of fort – studded Rajasthan. Also visit Jaswant Thada – the Royal Cenotaphs. Overnight at hotel.

Day 06: Jodhpur – Udaipur
Morning drive to Udaipur (260 kms), enroute visit Ranakpur known for its 15th century Jain Temples. The most distinctive features are the 29 halls supported by 1444 pillars, of which no two are exactly alike. Thereafter continue drive to Udaipur, check into the hotel. Late afternoon enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Pichola. Overnight at hotel

Day 07: Udaipur – Pushkar
Morning tour of Udaipur, one of India’s most romantic cities and famed for its lovely palaces and lakes. Begin by visiting the City Palace. Later visit the Garden of Maidens “Sahelion-ki-bari’. Afternoon drive to Pushkar (280 kms), check into the hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 08: Pushkar – Sariska
Morning city tour of Pushkar – Visit the most famous Brahma Temple, said to be only temple in the world dedicated to this deity. Later drive to Sariska (220 kms), check into hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 09: Sariska – Delhi
Early morning exciting jeep safari into the Sariska sanctuary to view wildlife. Late morning drive to Delhi (180 kms). Upon arrival in Delhi – freshen up at hotel. Later transfer to airport.

Day 10: Delhi – Abroad
Transfer to International Airport for Onward Journey.

Rajasthan Travel & Imperial Tradition Tours

Duration: 12 Nights / 13 Days
Places Covered: Delhi – Mandawa – Bikaner – Jaisalmer – Jodhpur – Mandore – Udaipur – Chittorgarh -Bundi – Kota – Jaipur – Delhi

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Day 01: Delhi
Traditional welcome on arrival. Transfer to your hotel. Afternoon combined sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi. Overnight.Day 02: Delhi – Mandawa
Early morning depart for Mandawa (200 Kms / 5 Hrs). On arrival check in to hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of the haveli and many colorful Bazaars. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03: Mandawa – Bikaner
After breakfast drive on to Bikaner arriving in time for lunch at Lalgarh Palace hotel. A high embattlement wall surrounds Bikaner, founded in 1488 A.D.. In the afternoon visit the fort and the palace. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04: Bikaner – Jaisalmer
Morning drive on to the ancient desert town of Jaisalmer. Afternoon walk through the cobbled streets with magnificent havelis. Overnight at hotel.

Day 05: Jaisalmer
In the morning visit the hilltop fort and ancient 12th century Jain temples. Evening enjoy camel ride at the Sam sand Dunes. Overnight at Jaisalmer.

Day 06: Jaisalmer – Jodhpur
Morning travel to Jodhpur, on the southern edge of the Thar Desert. Rao Jodha founded Jodhpur in 1459 A.D.. In the afternoon visit the magnificent 15th century fort and the Umaid Bhawan Palace the current residence of the Maharaja and also a hotel. Overnight at Jodhpur.

Day 07: Jodhpur – Mandore – Jodhpur
Visit Mandore in the morning. Afternoon free to explore the narrow, bustling streets and bazaars of the old city. Overnight.

Day 08: Jodhpur – Udaipur
Drive from Jodhpur to Udaipur, visiting enroute the temples of Ranakpur, which are the most exquisite and important Jain temples in India. Arrive late at the Lake City of Udaipur. Overnight at hotel.

Day 09: Udaipur
Morning visit City palace that overlooks Pichoola Lake and other sightseeing’s. Afternoon free. Overnight at hotel.

Day 10: Udaipur – Bundi
Leave for Bundi surrounded by the Aravalli hills on three sides and is circumscribed by a massive wall with four gateways. Overnight.

Day 11: Bundi – Jaipur
Morning visit the Taragarh Fort, the Palace, Chitrashala. Afternoon proceed to Jaipurto arrive in Evening. Overnight at hotel.

Day 12: Jaipur
Morning leave for Amber Fort and accent to the top on Elephant back to visit its magnificent palace and halls. Afternoon city sightseeing visiting City Palace, Museum, Observatory and the local bazaars. Overnight at hotel.

Day 13: Jaipur – Delhi
Morning leave for Delhi. Arrive and transfer to hotel. Afternoon free. Late in the evening transfer to the airport for your onward destination.

Rajasthan Travel & Elephant Ride Tour

Duration: 15 Nights / 16 Days
Places Covered: Delhi – Mandawa – Bikaner – Jaisalmer – Jodhpur – Kumbhalgarh – Udaipur – Kotah – Bundi – Ranthambore – Jaipur – Agra – Delhi

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Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Assistance on arrival and transfer to the hotel.
Check-in time is 12.00 Noon.Day 2: Delhi – Mandawa
Drive to Mandawa and on arrival, check-in at the hotel.
Afternoon visit Havelies in Shekhawati Region.

Day 3: Mandawa – Bikaner
Drive to Bikaner and on arrival, check-in at the hotel.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Bikaner.

Day 4: Bikaner
Morning visit Deshnoke Temple.
Afternoon visit Camel Breeding Farm

Day 5: Bikaner – Jaisalmer
Drive to Jaisalmer and on arrival, check-in at the hotel.
Rest of the day free.

Day 6: Jaisalmer
Morning city sightseeing tour.
Afternoon visit Sam Dunes with camel ride.

Day 7: Jaisalmer – Jodhpur
Drive to Jodhpur and on arrival, check-in at the hotel Afternoon sightseeing tour.

Day 8: Jodhpur – Kumbhalgarh
Drive to Kumbhalgarh and check-in at the hotel Afternoon visit Kumbhalgarh Fort

Day 9: Kumbhalgarh – Udaipur
Drive to Udaipur visiting enroute Ranakpur temples

Day 10: Udaipur
Morning city sightseeing tour Afternoon at leisure

Day 11: Udaipur – Kotah
Drive to Kotah visiting enroute Chittaurgarh On arrival, check-in at the hotel.

Day 12: Kotah – Bundi – Ranthambhore
Drive to Ranthambhore visiting en-route Bundi On arrival, check-in at the hotel

Day 13: Ranthambhore – Jaipur
Morning jeep safari to view the wildlife (Sanctuary remains close from Jul. to Sep.)
Afternoon drive to Jaipur and check-in at the hotel

Day 14: Jaipur
Morning visit Amer Fort & elephant ride
Afternoon city sightseeing tour

Day 15: Jaipur – Agra
En-route visit Fatehpur Sikri

Day 16: Agra – Delhi
Morning city sightseeing tour
Afternoon drive to Delhi for onward flight .

Rajasthan Travel & Country Glory Tour

Duration: 12 Nights / 13 Days
Places Covered: Delhi – Mandawa – Bikaner – Jaisalmer – Jodhpur – Mandore – Udaipur – Chittorgarh -Bundi – Kota – Jaipur – Delhi

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Day 01: Delhi
Traditional welcome on arrival. Transfer to your hotel. Afternoon combined sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi. Overnight.Day 02: Delhi – Mandawa
Early morning depart for Mandawa (200 Kms / 5 Hrs). On arrival check in to hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of the haveli and many colorful Bazaars. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03: Mandawa – Bikaner
After breakfast drive on to Bikaner arriving in time for lunch at Lalgarh Palace hotel. A high embattlement wall surrounds Bikaner, founded in 1488 A.D.. In the afternoon visit the fort and the palace. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04: Bikaner – Jaisalmer
Morning drive on to the ancient desert town of Jaisalmer. Afternoon walk through the cobbled streets with magnificent havelis. Overnight at hotel.

Day 05: Jaisalmer
In the morning visit the hilltop fort and ancient 12th century Jain temples. Evening enjoy camel ride at the Sam sand Dunes. Overnight at Jaisalmer.

Day 06: Jaisalmer – Jodhpur
Morning travel to Jodhpur, on the southern edge of the Thar Desert. Rao Jodha founded Jodhpur in 1459 A.D.. In the afternoon visit the magnificent 15th century fort and the Umaid Bhawan Palace the current residence of the Maharaja and also a hotel. Overnight at Jodhpur.

Day 07: Jodhpur – Mandore – Jodhpur
Visit Mandore in the morning. Afternoon free to explore the narrow, bustling streets and bazaars of the old city. Overnight.

Day 08: Jodhpur – Udaipur
Drive from Jodhpur to Udaipur, visiting enroute the temples of Ranakpur, which are the most exquisite and important Jain temples in India. Arrive late at the Lake City of Udaipur. Overnight at hotel.

Day 09: Udaipur
Morning visit City palace that overlooks Pichoola Lake and other sightseeing’s. Afternoon free. Overnight at hotel.

Day 10: Udaipur – Bundi
Leave for Bundi surrounded by the Aravalli hills on three sides and is circumscribed by a massive wall with four gateways. Overnight.

Day 11: Bundi – Jaipur
Morning visit the Taragarh Fort, the Palace, Chitrashala. Afternoon proceed to Jaipurto arrive in Evening. Overnight at hotel.

Day 12: Jaipur
Morning leave for Amber Fort and accent to the top on Elephant back to visit its magnificent palace and halls. Afternoon city sightseeing visiting City Palace, Museum, Observatory and the local bazaars. Overnight at hotel.

Day 13: Jaipur – Delhi
Morning leave for Delhi. Arrive and transfer to hotel. Afternoon free. Late in the evening transfer to the airport for your onward destination flight.

Rajasthan Travel & Golden Desert City

Duration: 19 Nights / 20 Days
Places Covered: Delhi – Jaipur – Samode – Nawalgarh – Shekhawati – Mandawa – Fatehpur – Bikaner – Gajner – Jaisalmer – Osian – Khimsar – Jodhpur – Rohet – Mount Abu – Ranakpur – Udaipur – Dungarpur – Udaipur – Nagda – Deogarh – Ajmer – Pushkar – Pachewar – Ranthambhore – Bharatpur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra – Sikandra – Delhi

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Day 01: Delhi
Arrival by International Flight at Airport – New Delhi, our Escort would be honoured to welcome you and transfer to Hotel. Rest for Acclimatization at Hotel. After breakfast Full-day Guided Sight-seeing Tour of Historical Monuments in Old and New Delhi.Dinner and overnight at Radisson (A Five Star Deluxe Hotel of Radisson Group) or similar.

Day 02: Delhi – Jaipur
Transfer to Railway Station to board Shatabdi Express Train for Jaipur (Departure at 0615 hours and arrival at 1030 hours in Jaipur). On arrival at Jaipur Railway Station welcome and transfer to Hotel.

Stroll through Pink City Oriental Bazaar.

Dinner and overnight at The Trident (A First Class International Hotel of Oberoi Group) or similar.

Day 03: Jaipur
After breakfast Full-day Guided Sight-seeing Tour of Palace of Winds (Hawa Mahal), Amber Fort with Elephant Ride, City Palace Museum, Observatory (Jantar Mantar) and Stroll through Pink City Oriental Bazaar.

Dinner at typical Restaurant in City.

Overnight at The Trident (A First Class International Hotel of Oberoi Group) or similar.

Day 04: Jaipur – Samode – Nawalgarh Shekhawati (170 kms.)
After breakfast leave for Nawalgarh en-route Sight-seeing of Samode Palace (A magnificent Fort Palace of 16th Century still reflect the charm of Royal life-style feudal of Samode) in Samode Village. Continue drive to Nawalgarh in Shekhawati region, After arrival in Nawalgarh. Sight-seeing of Frescoed Grand Patrician (Havelis) of Nawalgarh. Dinner and overnight at Roop Niwas Palace (A Heritage Hotel) or similar.

Day 05: Nawalgarh – Mandawa – Fatehpur – Bikaner (230 kms.)
After breakfast leave for Bikaner en-route Visiting frescoed Grand Patrician (Havelis) of Mandawa and Fatehpur & continue Drive to Bikaner. After Arrival in Bikaner continue guided Sight-seeing of Junagarh Fort. Dinner and overnight at Bhanwar Niwas (A Heritage Hotel) or similar.

Day 06: Bikaner – Gajner – Jaisalmer (330 kms.)
After breakfast leave for Jaisalmer en-route Visiting Gajner Palace (Hunting Lodge of Maharaja Bikaner). On arrival in Jaisalmer remaining time is free for individual activities. Dinner and overnight at Heritage Inn (A Three Star Hotel) or similar.

Day 07: Jaisalmer (The golden desert city)
After breakfast Sightseeing Tour of Gadisar artificial Lake, Jaisalmer Fort, Jain Temples and Havelis (Patrician Houses) and Stroll through narrow Streets of Jaisalmer Golden City. Afternoon : Excursion to Khuri Sand Dunes (50 kms) for Camel Ride and Enjoy Desert Sunset. Dinner and o vernight at Heritage Inn (A Three Star Hotel) or similar.

Day 08: Jaisalmer – Osian – Khimsar (300 kms.)
After breakfast leave for Khimsar en-route Visiting Desert Hamlets and Hindu Temples in Osian. After arrival in Khimsar Fort remaining time for relaxing at Swimming-Pool Side. Dinner with Folklore Dances and overnight at Khimsar Fort (A Deluxe Heritage Hotel)

Day 09: Khimsar – Jodhpur – Rohet (140 kms.)
After breakfast leave for Rohet Village en-route Sightseeing of Mahrangarh Fort-Museum with panoramic View of Jodhpur City, Jaswant Thada (Royal Cenotaphs) Umaid Bhawan Palace- Museum and continue drive to Rohet Village (50 Kms.). After arrival in Rohet remaining time for relaxing at Swimming-Pool Side. Dinner and overnight at Rohet Garh (A Heritage Hotel) or similar.

Day 10: Rohet
After breakfast free for individual activities. Afternoon for Jeep Safari Tour of Bisnoi’s Desert Villages & see also Opium Ceremony in Paliwal Village. Dinner and overnight at Rohet Garh (A Heritage Hotel) or similar.

Day 11: Rohet – Mount Abu (225 kms.)
After breakfast leave for Mount Abu (Hill Station of Rajasthan), After Arrival in Mt. Abu the remaining time is to explore the World Famous Delwara Jain-Temple Complex & Around. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Hillock (A Three Star Hotel) or similar.

Day 12: Mount Abu – Ranakpur – Udaipur (230 kms.)
After breakfast leave for Udaipur en-route Visiting Famous Jain Temples of India in Ranakpur Afternoon arrival in Udaipur. Free for individual activities. Dinner and overnight at The Trident (A First Class International Hotel of Oberoi Group) or similar.

Day 13: Udaipur (The romantic City of Rajasthan
After breakfast Guided Sightseeing Tour of Jagdish Temple, City Palace Museum, Sahelion Ki Bari (Maharani_s Friend Garden) and City Round. Afternoon : Enjoy Boat Riding at Lake Pichola around Lake Palace. Dinner and overnight at The Trident (A First Class International Hotel of Oberoi Group) or similar.

Day 14: Udaipur – Dungarpur (110 kms.)
After leisurely breakfast leave for Dungarpur, after arrival Sightseeing of Juna Fort – Palace (Old Palace) of Dungarpur and Dungarpur Village Life-style. Rest of time free for individual activities. Dinner and overnight at Udai Bilas Palace (A Heritage Hotel).

Day 15: Dungarpur – Udaipur – Nagda – Deogarh (250 kms.)
After breakfast leave for Deogarh en-route Sightseeing of Shiva Temple in Eklingji and Sas-Bahu Temple in Nagda. Continue drive to Deogarh, afternoon Tea/Coffee with Royal Family of Deogarh and rest of the time to Explore the Village Life style. Dinner and overnight at Deogarh Mahal (A Heritage Hotel).

Day 16: Deogarh – Ajmer – Pushkar – Pachewar (225 kms.)
After breakfast leave for Pachewar Village en-route Sightseeing of Dargah (Indian’s Macca) in Ajmer and Lord Brahma Temple at Pushkar Lake & continue drive to Pachewar Village. After arrival in Pachewar a Strolling Tour of Village & Lake. Dinner and overnight at Pachewar Garh (A Heritage Hotel).

Day 17: Pachewar – Ranthambhore (175 kms.)
After breakfast leave for Ranthambore. After arrival Hotel. After Arrival proceed for Jeep driven Wild-life Tour of Ranthambore National Park. Dinner and overnight at Jhoomar Baovali or similar (A Heritage Hotel).

Day 18: Ranthambhore – Bharatpur (250 kms.)
After breakfast leave for Bharatpur. Afternoon excursion to Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary : Enjoy Bird Watching Tour on paddle driven Rickshaw. Dinner and overnight at Laxmi Vilas Palace (A Heritage Hotel) or similar.

Day 19: Bharatpur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra (55 kms)
After breakfast leave for Agra en-route Visiting 16th Century’s Fatehpur Sikri (Old capital of Mughal Dynasty). On arrival at Agra continue Guided Sightseeing Tour of Taj Mahal and Iti-mad -dula (Mini Taj Mahal). Dinner and overnight at The Trident (A First Class International Hotel of Oberoi Group) or similar.

Day 20: Agra – Sikandra – Delhi (210 kms.)
After breakfast Guided Sightseeing of Red Fort. Continue drive to Delhi en-route Visiting Akbar_s Mausoleum in Sikandra. Late afternoon arrival in Delhi. Evening : Farewell Dinner at Hotel & Transfer to International Airport.

India Nepal Tour

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Duration: 15 Days / 14 Nights
Destinaions Covered: Delhi – Mukandgarh – Bikaner – Pushkar – Jaipur – Agra – Khajuraho – Varanasi – Kathmandu – Dhulikhe – Delhi
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Savour incredible India and the mystic Himalayan state, Nepal on a platter. Our Fascinating India Nepal Tours is designed for sheer pleasure for tourists. The Indian leg takes you through some of the most fascinating destinations in India. Enjoy the various shades of Nepal tourism with us and have a great time. Our Nepal tour package offers you everything that Nepal is famous for. Check out our Nepal tour to enjoy its snow-capped mountains, monasteries and colorful towns.

Day-1: Delhi
Welcome to Delhi, the capital of India. You will be received at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Overnight stay at hotel situated in the heart of the city.

Day-2: Delhi
Delhi is a sprawling metropolis that displays a fascinating blend of the past and the present. Daylong tour of Old Delhi & New Delhi. Visit Raj Ghat (memorial of Mahatma Gandhi), Jama Masjid (largest mosque in India), Red Fort, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, India Gate and Parliament House. In the evening enjoy the Dances of India show and then proceed for dinner. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day-3: Delhi – Mukandgarh (260 km / 5hr)
Drive to Mehansar, a beautiful Rajasthan countryside. Check into the 18th century Mukandgarh Fort that boasts of the finest frescoes of the region. Dinner and overnight at the Mukandgarh Fort.

Day-4: Mukandgarh – Bikaner (190 km / 5hr)
Check out after breakfast and proceed for Bikaner. En-route visit Mandawa which has beautiful temples and breathtaking frescoes. On arrival at Bikaner, check into a heritage hotel that was built in the 19th century. Overnight stay at Bikaner.

Day-5: Bikaner
Sightseeing in Bikaner, a heavily fortified fort city famous for its camel farm and colorful people. Visit the Junagarh Fort (1588 – 1593) and the only camel-breeding farm in Asia. Also visit Gajner Palace, an incomparable jewel in the Thar Desert built on the embankment of a lake by Maharaja Sir Ganga Singhji of Bikaner. Overnight stay at Bikaner.

Day-6: Bikaner – Pushkar (265km in 5hrs)
Proceed for Pushkar – the tiny tranquil town along the bank of the picturesque Pushkar Lake. Pushkar is famous for its annual Pushkar Fair and is also an important pilgrimage center of India. Check in and relax at the hotel. Half-day sightseeing of the lake, temples, Anasagar and Akbar’s Palace. Stay overnight at hotel.

Day-7: Pushkar – Jaipur (120km in 2hrs)
After breakfast visit Nasiyan (the Red Jain Temple) and Taragarh Fort (the Star Fort) located near Pushkar. Drive to Jaipur and on arrival check-in at hotel. After refreshing go shopping and then proceed for Choki Dani Village Complex for a typical Rajasthani sit down dinner. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day-8: Jaipur
Morning excursion to Amber Fort. Afternoon sightseeing of Jaipur city – City Palace, Jantar Mantar (medieval scientific observatory) and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). Stay overnight at the hotel.
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Day-9: Jaipur – Agra (241km / 6hrs)
Drive to Agra, en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri (the red sandstone city) and Bulund Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world. On arrival check in at hotel. Visit the magnificent Taj Mahal in the evening at sunset. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day-10: Agra – Khajuraho (By Air – departing at 1335hrs and arriving at 1415hrs)
After early breakfast visit the Agra Fort. Explore the world famous Taj Mahal again. Transfer to airport for flight to Khajuraho, the ancient temple town famous for its erotic images in stone. On arrival transfer to hotel. Evening at leisure and overnight stay at hotel.

Day-11: Khajuraho – Varanasi (By Air – departing at 1445 hrs and arriving at 1525 hrs)
After breakfast daylong sightseeing of all the temples of Khajuraho. In the evening transfer to airport for flight to Varanasi, the holy city on the banks of the Ganges. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Later visit Sarnath, where Buddha preached his first sermon in 590 BC. Stay overnight at hotel.

Day-12: Varanasi – Kathmandu (By Air – departing at 1255 hrs and arriving at 1405 hrs)
Morning boat ride on the sacred river Ganges to see the rituals performed by devotees and priests. Half day guided tour of Varanasi including the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Gyanvapi Mosque, Banaras Hindu University and other important monuments. Transfer to airport for flight to Kathmandu, the capital of the Himalayan Kingdom of Nepal. On arrival check-in at hotel. Stay overnight at hotel.

Day-13: Kathmandu
Breakfast at hotel. Daylong tour covering Swambhunath and Patan Durbar Square. Shopping and rest of the day at leisure. Stay overnight at hotel.

Day-14: Kathmandu – Dhulikhel (32km / 1hr)
After breakfast proceed to Dhulikhel, a hill resort set in the breathtaking panorama of the Himalayas. On arrival check in at the resort Enjoy the day at leisure and visit the markets and temples. Stay overnight at the resort.

Day-15: Dhulikhel – Kathmandu (32km / 1hr) Kathmandu – Delhi (By Air departing at 1350 hrs and arriving at 1510 hrs)
Leave after breakfast and proceed to Kathmandu. Transfer to airport for flight to Delhi. Reach Delhi and transfer to international flight for home after farewell dinner.

Rajasthan Travel & Taj Mahal

Duration: 20 Nights / 21 Days
Places Covered: Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Pushkar – Ranthambore – Kota – Bundi – Chittourgarh – Bijaipur – Udaipur – Kumbhalgarh – Jodhpur – Jaisalmer – Bikaner – Mandawa – Delhi

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Day 01: Arrival at Delhi
Company representatives will receive you on arrival at the international airport in Delhi late in the evening. Transfer to your hotel. Relax.Overnight at Delhi.

Day 02: Delhi – Agra (By Road 250 Kms/6 hr)
Proceed for Agra after breakfast.

Reach Agra in the afternoon.

Check in at hotel and proceed for sightseeing.

Enjoy battery van ride to the Taj.

Overnight at Agra.

Day 03: Agra – Jaipur (By Road 221 Kms/6 hr)
After breakfast drive to beautiful Pink City – Jaipur.

Stop at Fatehpur Sikri. The deserted, red Sandstone City, Emperor Akbar built that as his capital and palace in the late 16th century is an exhilarating experience. It a veritable fairytale city and its “ruins” are in pristine condition … it’s not hard to imagine what the court life must have been like in the days of it’s grandeur. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world.

Reach and check in at hotel.

Overnight at Jaipur.

Day 04: Jaipur
Breakfast at hotel.

Proceed for excursion to Amber Fort in the outskirts of Jaipur. Elephant ride ascent to the fort.

Proceed for sightseeing of the city.

Overnight at Jaipur.

Day 05: Jaipur – Pushkar (By Road 140 km/3 hr)
Proceed for Pushkar after breakfast. Reach Pushkar by noon and relax. Check in at PUSHKAR PALACE.

Visit the mausoleum, Anasagar and Akbar’s Palace.

Overnight at hotel.

Day 06: Pushkar – Ranthambhore (By Road 240 km/6 hr)
Visit the BRAHMA TEMPLE – The only one in the world.

Start early after breakfast for Ranthambhore.

Proceed for the afternoon SAFARI to spot tigers.

Overnight at Ranthambhore.

Day 07: Ranthambhore
Full day (two private safaris) at Ranthambhore.

Overnight at Ranthambhore.

Day 08: Ranthambhore – Kota (By Road 140 km/3 hr)
Proceed for the morning SAFARI. Breakfast at hotel.

Start for KOTA.

Overnight at Kota.

Day 09: Kota – Bundi – Chittaurgarh (By Road 180 km/5 hr)
Breakfast at hotel. Start for Bundi.

Proceed to CHITTAURGARH.

After visiting the FORT proceed to stay at the BIJAIPUR CASTLE SUITE.

Overnight at the CASTLE.

Day 10: Bijaipur – Udaipur (By Road 180 km/5 hr)
Start for Udaipur after breakfast.

Reach and check in at hotel.

Udaipur is the jewel of MEWAR -a kingdom ruled by the Sisodia dynasty for 1200 Years.

Relax in the evening. Overnight at Udaipur.

Day 11: Udaipur
Breakfast at hotel.

Overnight at Udaipur.

Day 12: Udaipur – Kumbalgarh (By Road 100 km/2 hr)
After breakfast drive to Kumbalgarh.

Reach Kumbalgarh.

Stay overnight at the AODHI HOTEL of KUMBALGARH.

Day 13: Kumbalgarh – Jodhpur (By Road 150 km/4 hr)
Proceed in the morning after a leisurely breakfast and reach Jodhpur.

Relax in the hotel and visit the museum of UMAID BHAWAN PALACE. Overnight at Jodhpur.

Day 14: Jodhpur
Morning go for a village safari in the jeep and have a rare glimpse into the rich culture and true essence of India. Abundant wildlife (game) and memorable moments of the great desert landscape fascinates one while driving along the countryside.

Afternoon sightseeing tour of Jodhpur – gateway to the desert beyond, home of the Rathors of Marwar, visit the Mehrangarh Fort, rising up a hilly scarp, built on the advice of a hermit, overlooking the city in the image of a long sentinel. Inside the Fort are a number of palaces added by successive rulers. In this palace you would see different miniature paintings & cradle room. After this you would visit Jaswant Thada Memorial.

Overnight at Jodhpur.

Day 15: Jodhpur – Jaisalmer (By Road 300 km/5 hr)
Proceed for Jaisalmer.

Rising from the heart of the Thar Desert like a golden mirage is the city of Jaisalmer. A commanding fort etched in yellow sandstone stands, with its awesome splendor, dominating the amber-hued city.

Reach and check in at hotel. Overnight at Jaisalmer.

Day 16: Jaisalmer
After a relaxed breakfast proceed for full day sightseeing tour of The Golden City – Jaisalmer. It is in the heart of the Great Indian Desert. Its temple, fort and palaces are all built of yellow stone. The city is a mass of intricately carved buildings, facades and elaborate balconies. Visit the JAISALMER FORT – The oldest living Fort in the world. (This is the highlight of the tour)

See the Patwon-Ki-Havelies, Salim-Singh-Ki-Haveli and Gandhi Sagar Tank. Also visit Barabagh Hill.

In the afternoon, proceed to the SAM SAND DUNES for visiting the typical Rajasthani Desert Village. View the sunset from the dunes, as the sky is set on fire. Return to the village for dinner amidst Rajasthani musicians playing haunting tunes.

Stay overnight at the SWISS TENT CAMP.

Day 17: Jaisalmer to Bikaner (By Road 330 km/5 hr)
Breakfast at the camp. Continue with the safari and reach Bikaner via NAGAUR.

Check in at hotel.

Relax in the evening. Overnight at Bikaner.

Day 18: Bikaner – Mandawa (By Road 140 km/3 hr)
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for sightseeing tour of Bikaner.

Proceed for Mandawa.

Reach and check in at hotel. Overnight at Mandawa.

Day 19: Mandawa – Delhi (By Road 260 km/5 hr)
Breakfast at hotel.

Take a walking tour of the painted ‘havelis’ of some of the leading business families of the country. Though they no longer live here, the local caretakers are happy to show the visitors around. Chowkhani Haveli, Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli, Lakshminarayan Ladia Haveli, Mohahanlal Saraf Haveli and Bhagchandika Haveli are of special interest. Spend the major part of the day looking into frescoes.

Also visit Mahensar and Dundlod meeting the local village chief. Leave for Delhi. Reach by evening. Overnight at Delhi.

Day 20: Delhi
Breakfast at Delhi. Proceed for a full day tour of Old & New Delhi.

Relax in the evening. Overnight at Delhi.

Day 21: Delhi – Home
Breakfast at hotel. Day free to explore the city and finish last minute shopping.

Proceed for the DANCES OF INDIA SHOW in the evening at 1800 hr after checking out of the hotel. After the show you will have FAREWELL DINNER before reaching the airport for flight home with sweet memories of India.

Rajasthan Travel & Golden City

Duration: 13 Nights / 14 Days
Places Covered: Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Udaipur – Ranakpur – Jodhpur – Jaisalmer – Bikaner – Mandawa – Delhi

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Day 01: Arrive at Delhi
Company representatives will receive you on arrival at the international airport in Delhi late in the evening. Transfer to your hotel. Relax.Overnight at Delhi.

Day 02: Delhi – Agra (By Road 250 Kms/6 hr)
Proceed for Agra after breakfast. Reach Agra in the afternoon.

Overnight at Agra.

Day 03: Agra – Jaipur (By Road 221 Kms/6 hr)
After breakfast drive to beautiful Pink City – Jaipur.

Reach and check in at hotel.

Overnight at Jaipur.

Day 04: Jaipur
Breakfast at hotel.

Proceed for excursion to Amber Fort in the outskirts of Jaipur. Elephant ride ascent to the fort.

Overnight at Jaipur.

Day 05: Jaipur – Udaipur (By Road 300 km/7 hr)
Start for Udaipur after breakfast.

Relax in the evening. Overnight at Udaipur.

Day 06: Udaipur
Breakfast at hotel.

Overnight at Udaipur.

Day 07: Udaipur – Jodhpur (By Road 260 km/6 hr)
After breakfast drive to Jodhpur.

Reach Jodhpur.

Relax in the hotel and visit the museum of UMAID BHAWAN PALACE. Overnight at Jodhpur.

Day 08: Jodhpur
Morning go for a village safari in the jeep and have a rare glimpse into the rich culture and true essence of India. Abundant wildlife (game) and memorable moments of the great desert landscape fascinates one while driving along the countryside.

Overnight at Jodhpur.

Day 09: Jodhpur – Jaisalmer (By Road 300 km/5 hr)
Proceed for Jaisalmer.

Reach and check in at hotel. Overnight at Jaisalmer.

Day 10: Jaisalmer
After a relaxed breakfast proceed for full day sightseeing tour of The Golden City – Jaisalmer. It is in the heart of the Great Indian Desert. Its temple, fort and palaces are all built of yellow stone. The city is a mass of intricately carved buildings, facades and elaborate balconies.

Stay overnight at the SWISS TENT CAMP.

Day 11: Jaisalmer to Bikaner (By Road 330 km/5 hr)
Breakfast at the camp. Continue with the safari and reach Bikaner via NAGAUR.

Check in at hotel.

Relax in the evening. Overnight at Bikaner.

Day 12: Bikaner – Mandawa (By Road 140 km/3 hr)
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for sightseeing tour of Bikaner.

Reach and check in at hotel. Overnight at Mandawa.

Day 13: Mandawa – Delhi (By Road 260 km/5 hr)
Breakfast at hotel.

Day 14: Delhi – Home
Breakfast at Delhi. Proceed for a full day tour of Old & New Delhi.

Rajasthan Travel & Exceptional Tour

Duration: 09 Nights / 10 Days
Places Covered: Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Jodhpur – Udaipur – Pushkar – Kishangarh – Delhi

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Day 01: Arrival at Delhi
Company representatives will receive you on arrival at the DELHI AIRPORT and transfer to your hotel.Overnight will be at Delhi.

Day 02: Delhi
After breakfast proceed for a half day tour of Old & New Delhi.

OLD DELHI – A sightseeing tour of Old Delhi would entail visiting the Raj Ghat – the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid – the largest mosque in India and the Red Fort – once the most opulent fort and palace of the Moghul Empire.

NEW DELHI – An extensive sightseeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit to the Humayun’s Tomb, the Qutub Minar, a drive along the ceremonial avenue – Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, the President’s Residence and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave.

Day 03: Delhi – Agra (By Road 221 km/05 hrs)
Breakfast will be at hotel.

Proceed by surface to Agra. Reach and check into the hotel.

AGRA: Two great Mughal monarchs, Akbar and Shah Jahan, transformed the little village of Agra into a befitting second capital of the Mughal Empire – giving it the name Dar-ul-Khilafat {seat of the Emperor}. Today a visitor to Agra is caught up in a world of contrasting edifices, of red sandstone and white marble, narrow galleys and quaint buggies, and that irresistible charm that this favorite city of the Mughals still retains. It is not surprising, that modern Agra still reflects its Mughal heritage most conspicuously.

A walk down the narrow bustling streets of the city will introduce the visitor to the wafting aroma of Mughlai cuisine.

Proceed for sightseeing of the city.

Enjoy battery van ride to the Taj Mahal.

Relax in the evening. Overnight will be at Agra.

Day 04: Agra – Jaipur (By Road 221 km/05 hrs)
After breakfast drive to beautiful Pink City – Jaipur.

Drive to Fatehpur Sikri. The deserted, red Sandstone City, Emperor Akbar built that as his capital and palace in the late 16th century is an exhilarating experience.It a veritable fairytale city and its “ruins” are in pristine condition … it’s not hard to imagine what the court life must have been like in the days of it’s grandeur. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world.

Reach and check in at hotel.

JAIPUR – The origins of the beautiful city of Jaipur can be traced back to the eighteenth century, during the reign of Jai Singh II who ascended the Amber throne in 1699.

Day 05: Jaipur
After breakfast drive to Amber Palace. Enjoy Elephant Back ascent to the Fort.

AMBER FORT PALACE – Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent Jai Singh I. It’s forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds it’s ultimate expression.

Continue city sightseeing.

CITY PALACE – A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum.

Day 06: Jaipur – Jodhpur (By Road 280 km/06 hrs)
Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed to Jodhpur. Reach Jodhpur and check into hotel.

Set at the edge of the THAR Desert, the imperial city of Jodhpur echoes with tales of antiquity in the emptiness of the desert. Once the capital of the Marwar state, it was founded in 1459 AD by Rao Jodha-chief of the RATHORE clan of Rajputs who claimed to be descendants of Rama – the epic hero of the RAMAYANA. The massive 15th century AD Mehrangarh Fort looms on the top of a rocky hill, soaring 125 Mts. Above the plains. The city is encompassed by a high wall -10 km long with 8 gates and innumerable bastions.

In the afternoon visit Mehrangarh Fort (1459 AD) by Rao Jodha who considered themselves the descendents of Lord Rama. In this palace you would see different miniature paintings & cradle room. After this you would visit Jaswant Thada Memorial.

Overnight will be at Jodhpur.

Day 07: Jodhpur – Udaipur (By Road 250km/05hrs)
Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed to Udaipur.

Visit Ranakpur en route. A visit to the famous Jain Temple, dating back to the 15th century is part of the itinerary. 200 pillars, none of which are alike, support its 29 halls. The Temple abounds with intricate friezes and sculptures. Includes visits to two more Jain temples and the Temple of the Sun God with its erotic sculptures.

Reach Udaipur and check in at hotel.

The city of Dawn, Udaipur is a lovely land around the azure lake, hemmed in by the lush hills of the Aravallis. A vision in white drenched in romance and beauty, Udaipur is a fascinating blend of sights, sound and experiences and inspiration for the imagination of poets, painters and writers. Its kaleidoscope of fairy-tale palaces, lakes, temples, gardens and narrow lanes strewn with stalls, carry the flavor of a heroic past, epitomizing valor and chivalry. Their reflection in the placid waters of the Lake Pichhola is an enticing sight.

Overnight will be at Udaipur.

Day 08: Udaipur
Breakfast will be at hotel.

Proceed for sightseeing tour of Udaipur in the morning, stopping first at City Palace. Here you will marvel at rooms with mirrored walls and ivory doors, colored glass windows and inlaid marble balconies and the Peacock Courtyard.

Proceed for Evening Motor launch cruise on the placid waters of Lake Pichola. From the boat you will be able to view the city of Udaipur as it rises majestically above the lake in the middle of the Rajasthan desert. Also visit the Jag Mandir Palace – the other island palace in the middle of the lake. Spend some time at the Jag Mandir Palace.

Visit the 300-year-old Jagdish Temple and the Royal Cenotaphs of the Rajput kings.

Relax in the evening. Overnight will be at Udaipur.

Day 09: Udaipur – Pushkar (By Road 250km/05hrs)
Proceed for Pushkar after breakfast.

Reach Ajmer. Ajmer situated in the green oasis wrapped in the barren hills has been a witness to an interesting past. The city was founded by Raja Ajay Pal Chauhan in the 7th Century AD and continued to be a major center of the Chauhan power till 1193 AD when Prithviraj Chauhan lost it to Mohammed Ghauri. Since then, Ajmer became home to many dynasties, which came and left leaving behind indelible marks of their culture and traditions on the city’s history, converting it to an amalgam of various cultures and blend of Hinduism and Islam.

Today, Ajmer is a popular pilgrimage center for the Hindus as well as Muslims. Especially famous is the Dargah Sharif Tomb of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, which is equally revered by the Hindus and Muslims.

Visit the DARGAH. Reach Pushkar by noon and relax. Check in at PUSHKAR PALACE.

Overnight at PUSHKAR.

Day 10: Pushkar – Kishangrah – Delhi (By Road 352km/07 hrs)
Drive to Kishangarh after breakfast.

KISHANGARH is situated on the National Highway 8 in the Center of Rajasthan, 100 Km South West of Jaipur. It is primarily known for its world famous Miniature Paintings and Handicrafts and for the largest marble and granite cutting industry in the Country.

Start for Delhi and reach by evening. Transfer for connecting flight home from the international airport.

Rajasthan Travel & City of Lakes

Duration: 07 Nights / 08 Days
Places Covered: Delhi – Jaipur – Jaisalmer – Jodhpur – Sawai Madhopur – Chittorgarh – Udaipur – Bharatpur – Agra – Delhi

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Day 01: Delhi
Welcome aboard to the Luxury Train Tour of Palace on Wheels. The Tour Departs in the evening from Delhi for Jaipur.Day 02: Jaipur
Jaipur is the capital city of one of India’s most colorful and vibrant states, Rajasthan.

Day 03: Jaisalmer
Founded by Rawal Jaisal in the twelfth century, Jaisalmer evokes a vivid picture of sheer magic and brilliance of the desert and is today one of Rajasthan’s best-loved tourist destinations.

Day 04: Jodhpur
Famous for its rock-solid Mehrangarh Fort built in mid 15th century by Rao Jodha, the founder of the city, Jodhpur is the second largest city of Rajasthan.

Day 05: Morning: Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambhor)
Sawai Madhopur plays host to the Ranthambor wildlife sanctuary that houses the Indian tiger. It is the best place to see these majestic predators in their normal pursuits. The park is also home to 300 species of birds and hyena, ratel, jackal and fox among other species.

Day 05: Evening: Chittorgarh
Chittaurgarh owes its name to the women of the city who performed ‘jauhar’ or immolated themselves to escape the designs of foreign conquerors. Legends of valor and chivalry surround the majestic Chittaurgarh fort.

Day 06: Udaipur
Udaipur is better known as the ‘city of lakes’. One of the most romantic places in India, it is situated around the shimmering clear blue water lakes, which whisper the mood of a bygone era.

Day 07: Morning: Agra
Meaning paradise in Sanskrit, Agra is a place made famous by the Taj Mahal, a moment that has come to epitomes love.

Day 07: Afternoon: Bharatpur
Bharatpur is famous for its bird sanctuary, the nesting place for thousands of Egrets, Siberian cranes, migratory water Fowl and other species of birds.

Day 08: Delhi
After early breakfast, a week in wonderland comes to an end.

Tiger Trail Wildlife Tour

Duration: 14 Days / 15 Nights
Destinaions Covered: Delhi – Katni – Bandavgarh – Kanha – Agra – Bharatpur – Ranthambhore – Jaipur – Delhi
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World renowned for its population of tigers, Kanha National park provides excellent opportunities for observing these magnificient animals in the wild on jeep drives and elephant backs.

While this lushly forested country is immediately familiar to readers of Rudyard Kipling, it has also recently been the site of extensive research on the ecology of tigers, deer, langour, Barasingha deer, gaur and wild dogs.

North of Kanha is Bandhavgarh National Park where the first white tiger was captured and most of the white tigers in captivity have descended from that tiger. In former times Bandhavgarh was the exclusive hunting preserve of the Mharaja of Rewa. Tigers are looked for on elephant back and their sighting is good. Past history pervades the forest in the form of immense sculpture of the Hindu god Vishnu, caves and a fort. Both the National Parks are country’s prime Tiger Reserve under Tiger project.

Not far from Bandhavgarh are the Temples of Khajuraho. They are the Master pieces of Temple architecture. Of the temples many have exquisitely and explicity carved scenes from Kamasutra. Build in the 10th to 11th century by the chandella dynasty, they are in a marvelous state of preservation.

Day 01: Arrive Delhi:
You are meet on arrival and escorted to your pre-booked hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 02: Delhi/Katni :
After early breakfast commence half day new Delhi sightseeing tour. Later transfer from hotel around 1315 hrs. transfer to train station to connect Godwana Express for Katni, Delhi Dep. 1430 hrs.
Overnight in train.

Day 03 : Arrival Katni/Bandavgarh
Lunch. later afternoon ride around 1500 hrs into the park. Overnight at camp-lodge

Day 04 : Bandhavgarh
Evening jungle safari into the park to view wildlife.Overnight at camp-lodge.

Day 05: Bandhavgarh
Evening jungle safari into the park to view wildlife.Overnight at camp-lodge.

Day 06: Bandhavgarh/ Kanha
Early morning wake up followed by breakfast commence 6- 7 hrs drive to Kanha. The ride is pretty rough since a lot part of the road is in bad condition due to heavy moonsoon showers earlier this
summer. Enroute stop by some road like lake for a pack lunch. Arrive by late afternoon but in time for the afternoon safari, on arrival Kanha check-into resort – lodge. Around 1500 hrsjungle safari into the park to view the wild life.

Day 07: Kanha
Evening jungle safari into the park to view wildlife.Overnight at camp-lodge.

Day 08: Kanha
Evening jungle safari into the park to view wildlife.Overnight at camp-lodge.

Day 09: Kanha/Jabalpur/Agra
Drive to Jabalpur 3 hrs to take the overnight.Train to Agra by Godwana Express Dep 1555. Overnight in Train.

Day 10: Arrival Agra/Bharatpur
Rest followed by half day city tour of Agra.After lunch drive to Bharatpur. It is renowned for its World Heritage-listed bird sanctuary. On arrival check into hotel followed byRickshaw ride into the park. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11: Bharatpur/Ranthambhore
Early morning Rickshaw ride into the park followed by drive to Ranthambore 5 hrs. On arrival check into hotel-camp lodge for overnight. Afternoon Park ride in Ranthambore.

Day 12: Ranthambhore
Morning and evening Jungle safari in to the park to view wildlife. Overnight at hotel –camp lodge.

Day 13: Ranthambhore/Jaipur & Observatory
This evening drive to a ethnic village resort called Chowki dhani outside Jaipur for a traditional Rajasthani dinner. After dinner return to hotel for overnight.

Day 14: Jaipur /Delhi/Dep
Take your individual Elephant ride at Amber Fort followed by Guided sightseeing. After sightseeing free time for shopping etc. Later in the evening drive to Delhi straight drive to International airport for onward destination. End the services.

Day 15: Delhi
Dep. Delhi
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Best of North India

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Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights
Destinaions Covered: Delhi – Jodhpur – Jaisalmer – Udaipur – Agra – Delhi
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Day 1 : ARRIVE DELHI
Arrive Delhi. Transfer to hotel. Overnight Delhi.

Day 2 : DELHI – JODHPUR
After breakfast city tour of New Delhi & Old Delhi covering Birla Temple, India gate, Parliament area, Government buildings, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutab Minar, Gandhi memorial, Jama Masjid. Evening transfer to railway-station for overnight train journey to Jodhpur.

Day 3 : JODHPUR
After b/fast, visit the magnificent Meherangarh fort. Afternoon, go out to a Bishnoi village, where you will meet coloful tribal people and witness their village life. Overnight at hotel.

Day 4 : JODHPUR – JAISALMER
After breakfast, Day free in Jodhpur. Checkout from the hotel at 1200 hrs. Late evening transfer to railway-station for overnight train journey to Jaisalmer.

Day 5 : JAISALMER
Morning arrive Jaisalmer. Transfer to hotel. After b/fast, city tour visiting Fort, bazzars & the old mansions known as “havelis”. Every house has exquisite carvings and filigreed work and people are still living in these havelis. Afternoon, drive outside the city to see Amar Sagar lake and to Sunset Point for a superb view of the city. Overnight at the hotel.. Overnight Jaisalmer.

Day 6 : JAISALMER – JODHPUR
After breakfast, Day free in Jaisalmer. Checkout from the hotel at 1200 hrs. Late evening transfer to railway-station for overnight train journey to Jodhpur

Day 7 : JODHPUR – UDAIPUR
Morning arrive Jodhpur and transfer to a hotel for wash and change in public rooms followed by breakfast and drive to Udaipur visiting Ranakpur Temples enroute. Ranakpur – 98 kms from Udaipur, the Jain Temples has grand structures and beautiful sculpture. There are 1444 pillars in the temple and none of them are similar. Arrive Udaipur and transfer to hotel. Overnight Udaipur.

Day 8 : UDAIPUR
After breakfast, city tour visiting City Palace, Jagdish Temple, drive around Fatehsagar Lake, Sahelion ki bari (Queen’s resort for her friends) and Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir (Folk art museum ). Evening boat ride at Lake Pichola. Overnight Udaipur.

Day 9 : UDAIPUR – JAIPUR
After breakfast, morning free. Checkout at 1200 hrs. Evening transfer to railway-station for overnight train journey to Jaipur.

Day 10 : JAIPUR
Morning arrive Jaipur. Transfer to hotel. After breakfast, visit The Amber Fort known for its rich culture and heritage also take an elephant ride in Amber Fort. Afternoon city tour covering Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Royal Observatory & Bazaar. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11 : JAIPUR – AGRA
Morning free. Later transfer to rail-station for Agra train. Late evening arrive Agra. Transfer to hotel. Overnight Agra.

Day 12 : AGRA – DELHI
After breakfast, half day city tour visiting Taj Mahal, Red fort, Itmad-ud-Daula’s Tomb. Check-out at 1200 hrs. Evening transfer to railway- station to catch the train for New Delhi. Arrive New Delhi and transfer to airport for return flight.
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Indian Tigers Tours

Duration: 24 Days / 23 Nights
Destinaions Covered: Delhi – Corbett – Nainital – Bharatpur – Sariska – Sawai Madhopur – Jabalpur – Kanha – Bandhavgarh – Khajuraho – Delhi
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Day 01 – Delhi
Arrive Delhi Meet and assist on arrival and transfer to the hotel – over night in to the hotel .

Day 02 – Delhi / Corbett – ( 249 kms – 6-7 hrs approx )
After Breakfast Drive to Corbett National Park , the first Project Tiger Reserve named after the famous hunter and conservator Jim Corbett , Spread over over a large forest area of 520sq km its dense forests with wildlife ,the famous tigers of Kumaon , of which Jim Corbett wrote so much Panthers , wild boar m sloth bears , elephants , deer , python , crocodiles among others . The Ramganga river teems in fish . It also houses more than 500 spices of birds .After Lunch with your naturalist guide afternoon and evening game viewing over night in Dhikala forest Lodge which is situated in the center of the park .

Day 03 & Day 04 – Corbett
Jungle Safari , Elephant Safari , Tiger Tracking and bird Watching .

Day 05 Corbett/ Nainital – ( 80 kms 3-4 kms approx )
Drive to Nainital surrounded by hill ranges and covered by dense forest , the region was a favorite grazing spot of the herbers from surrounding villages who brought their flocks to forage in the green pasture of the valley .With in a maximum, depth of 29 meters , Nanilake which seems to change its hue simultaneously with a change in the sky , has a circumference of 3620meters creating a beautiful promenade that skirts the lake , To Sailors all over the country the Nainital Yatchi Clu has been an embodiment of tradition , and repository of sailing heritage .In the heart of the town is playground and rendezvous of Nainital the flats here one must come to go to either bazaar the club , cinema temple mosque or church , the seven peaks that surrounded the lake provide excellent hiking routes . Over Night at Hotel .

Day 06
Nainital Free day to explore area , hike and / or relax .

Day 07 Nainital / Delhi (350 kms -7-8 hrs Approx )
Enroute enjoy the real villages and on arrival check in to the hotel over night in to the hotel.

Day 08 Delhi / Bharatpur – ( 185 kms / 4-5 hrs approx )
Lv after Breakfast to Bird Sanctuary – Keoladeo Ghana National Park , Bharatpur is a Wonder of the natural world no less worth seeing than marble tomb of Shah Jahan’s Queen .Over 350 species of birds find refuge in the 11 sq miles ( 29 sq kms ) of shallow lakes and woodland which make up the park . A third of them are migrants many of whom spend winter in Bharatpur before returning to there breeding grounds as far as away as Siberia as central Asia . Some 120 species nest in the park and heronry at Keoladeo Ghana is said to be one of the finest in the world .

Day 09 Bharatpur
Full day reserved for Birding – over night in to the hotel.

Day 10 Bharatpur / Sariska
Lv after Breakfast to Sariska ( 140 kms / 4-5 hrs ) – The Sariska Tiger Reserve is dominated by sharp cliffs and narrow valleys of the Aravali mountain ranges . The Grassy glades and woodland covers are excellent niches for the prey specie , sambar , cheetah , nilgai ( antilop or blues bull ) four horned antelop , wild boar and common langur , tiger leopard and their followers jackel ,hyena and jungle cat . Porcupines , being nocturnal are seen after dark . One can easily count 200 peaowls at Kalighat any day . The ruins of temples of Garh – Rajor of the 10th and 11th centuries remained of the past glories of the area . a castle on a sharp hill top stands as a sentinel of its medieval heritage , Evening take a jeep ride into the park . Over Night at Hotel Sariska Palace . This Palace ,located in the center of the tiger reserve was a royal hunting lodge of Maharaja Jai Singh of Alwar Each room is tastefully furnished with Original Quartz and art – deco furniture .. over night in Sariska

Day 11 Sariska
Full day visit to Park . over night in to the hotel.

Day 12 Sariska / SawaiMadhopur – ( 159 kms / 5-6 hrs approx )
Lv after Breakfast to Sawaimadhopur enroute enjoy the villages and people on arrival check in to the hotel and then in the evening enjoy the jungle Lodge and over night in to the hotel ( here Sambar , Chital chinkara , antilop , wild boar and common langur provide a good spectrum of prey for the tigers . It is a 392 sq km of unique habitat of dry deciduous forests with over 300 species of bird such as peafowl parakeets , partridges , storks , egrets , fly catchers , eagles , owls and migratory varieties in winter months that include the black eagle graylag goose and rubby shelduck and pintails . Over Night at the Hunting Lodge .

Day 13 Sawai Madhopur
Full day reserved for safari in the forest , in the late evening before dinner enjoy the cultural dances & Over Night in to the hotel .

Day 14 Sawai Madhopur / Delhi
After Morning Drive and Breakfast lv for Delhi enroute enjoy the country site and villages on arrival check in to the hotel

Day 15 Lv Delhi
According to the Flight Timings transfer to the airport to catch the flight for next destination . tour ends or you can go for an extension tour to central India

Extension Tour of Tiger Tour

Day 16 Delhi / Jabalpur
Lv later in the afternoon – to Jabalpur over night on the train

Day 17 Jabalpur / Kanha
Arrive early morning on arrival start your journey to Kanha National Park ( 140 kms 4 hrs approx ) – Kanha Is Intensely green and its cordon it hills densely wooded . The horse shoe shaped valley , which accounts for nearly a third of Kanha National Park is bound by two distant spurs emanating from main make ridge, forming its southern rim . Kanha’s Sal bamboo forests , rolling grasslands and meandering streams stretch over 940sq km is dramatic natural splendour .This is original clipping country of which he wrote so vividly in “the jungle book ” the range of elevation from 1480 ft to 2950ft gives it a rich habitat diversity . The rims of the plateau have steep rocky slopes and often , escarpments . The later provide a rare stance fro breathtaking views of the valleys below and the hills beyond . The Drive down these plateaus is through exquisite wild country , Huge tree along with a host of small trees comprise the thick forest in the slopes . Sighting the red jungle fowl , the painted spur fowl or a shy barking deer pausing at the roadside and some Gaur and Sambar is common , What may. tin gushed such a drive is the Leopard hurting down a tree or one simply walking along the road . Over Night in to the hotel .

Day 18 & 19
Kanha Full day Safari.Over night in to the hotel.

Day 20 Kanha / Bandhavgarh – ( 200 kms / 5-6 hrs approx )
Lv after Breakfast to the density of the tiger population at Bandhavgarh is the highest known in India , Situated in Shadblow district among the hills of Vindhya Range & covering 448 sq km this is also white tiger country . Bhandhavgarh is densely populated with other species as well ; the great Gaur to the Indian bison can be seen with ease as they come on to the meadows to graze at dusk . Sambar and barking deer are common sight . nilgai are seen in the more open areas of the park . The terrain is of great rocky hills rising sharply from swampy and densely -forested valley bottoms . The finest of these hills is Bhandhavgarh, sided with cliffs and eroded rocks and on its highest point stands Bhandhavgarh fort thought to be more than 200 years old Scattered throughout the park , and particularly around the fort are numerous caves contain shrines and ancient Sanskrit inscriptions . The vegetation is chiefly of sal forest in the valleys and lowers slopes , gradually changing to mixed deciduous forest on the hills and in the hotter drier area if the park in the south and west .Bamboo is found throughout , Overnight at the hotel .

Day 21
Bhandhavgarh Full day jungle Safari .. over night in to the hotel .

Day 22
Bhandhavgarh / Khajuraho – Lv after Breakfast to Khajuraho ( 237 kms 7-8 hrs Approx ) – enroute enjoy the villages and on arrival check in to the hotel and over night in to the hotel.

Day 23
Khajuraho – After Breakfast full day tour to temples and over night in to the hotel.

Day 24
Khajuraho – After Breakfast free for personal activities and later transfer to the airport to catch the flight for Delhi on arrival check in to the hotel or Transfer to the International airport to catch the flight for next Destination .

Cultural Tour India

Duration: 9 Days/8 Nights
Destinaions Covered: Delhi – Jaipur- Agra – Khajuraho – Varanasi – Delhi
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Day 1: Arrive Delhi
On arrival to Delhi airport assistance at the airport, garlanding and transfer to the hotel. Breakfast in the hotel and drive into the city for day sightseeing of Old and New Delhi visiting Qutab Minar, Lotus temple, national Museum, laxmi Narayan temple, India Gate and Presidents House. Overnight in the hotel.

Day 2: Delhi – Jaipur
After breakfast drive to Jaipur enroute visit Amer fort (Amer Fort is located on Delhi-Jaipur highway, 10 kms out of Jaipur city. The fort can be ascend either on Elephant’s back or by Jeep depending on the choice of the visitor). On arrival to Jaipur check into the hotel. Overnight in the hotel.

Day 3: Jaipur
After breakfast Visit Hawa Mahal (The Palace of Winds) and Jantar Mantar (The Observatory) and City Palace Museum. Overnight in the hotel.

Day 4: Jaipur – Agra
After breakfast drive to Agra enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri (Fatehpur Sikri is a forbidden city built by emperor Akbar to commemorate the birth of his son Jahangir. A huge part of the city was made for Sufi Saint Khwaja Mainudeen Chishti. Fatehpur Sikri lies 30 kms out of Agra city).On arrival to Agra check into the hotel. Later visit to TAJ MAHAL (Taj Mahal is the most beautiful monument in the world ever created for love. This magnificent monument is a one man creation built by Mughal emperor Shahjah in sweet memories of his beloved “Mumtaj”). Overnight in the hotel at Agra

Day 5: Agra
After breakfast visit Sikandra Fort (Lies 10 kms out of Agra on Delhi-Agra National highway, Sikandra is the mausoleum of Great Mughal King Akbar) and Agra Fort. Evening free to explore the city. Overnight in the hotel at Agra

Day 6: Agra – Khajuraho
Breakfast in the hotel and transfer to the railway station to board Shatabadi express train to Jhansi. On arrival to Jhansi transfer to Khajuraho. On arrival check into the hotel. Later visit the Western groups of Chandela Temples (Khajuraho temples are world famous for its fabulous architecture on theme “Art of Love”). Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 7: Khajuraho – Varanasi
After breakfast visit to the eastern group of temples and transfer to the airport to board flight to Varanasi. On arrival to Varanasi airport transfer to the hotel. Afternoon sightseeing of the city visiting famous Hindu temples. Overnight in the hotel.

Day 8: Varanasi – Delhi
Early morning boat ride on holy River Ganges to witness the early morning activities on Ghats. After breakfast excursion to Sarnath temple and transfer to the airport to board flight to Delhi. On arrival to Delhi transfer to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 9: Leave Delhi
After breakfast transfer to the airport to connect flight to onward destination

Golden Triangle Tour

Duration: 7 Days – 6 Nights
Destinations Covered: Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Delhi
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DAY 01 : ARRIVE DELHI
Meeting and Assistance at the airport and transfer to hotel for overnight stay.

DAY 02 : DELHI
Morning after breakfast enjoy combined city tour of Old & New Delhi visiting Red fort, Jama Masjid, Rajghat, India Gate, President house etc. Entrances to Monuments are not included (only guide with driver). Overnight at hotel.

DAY 03 : DELHI – AGRA
After breakfast drive to Agra and transfer to your hotel. Afternoon visit Taj Mahal-The Eternal symbol of India and Agra, built in white marble. Taj Mahal was built by Mugal Emperor Shahjahan for his Empress Mumtaz Mahal. 20,000 workmen worked for 22 years to complete it. Overnight stay at hotel.

DAY 04 : AGRA – FATEHPUR SIKRI – JAIPUR
Morning breakfast at the hotel and drive to Jaipur. Enroute visiting Fatehpur sikri- named as The Abondoned city. Built by great Mugal Emperor Akbar, as his capital but after few years abondoned due to scarcity of water. The whole city is built of Red Sand Stone.

DAY 05 : JAIPUR
Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Jaipur. Jaipur is the Gateway to Rajasthan. Also know as Pink city, as all buildings have a pink tint to them. It is an unselfconsciously medieval city, with stately palaces, colourful bazaars (market) and a fort brooding over the city. Graceful women in swirling skirts and viels of red, yellow, orange and magenta, laden with silver jewellery, straight tall men in Turbans and luching carts drawn by camels, do nothing to dispel the illusion. Morning excursion to Amber fort, enjoy elepant ride over there. Afternoon city tour of Jaipur visit City Palace museum, Observatory and Palace of Winds. Overnight stay at hotel.

DAY 06 : JAIPUR – DELHI
Morning breakfast at the hotel and drive back to Delhi. On arrival checkin at hotel for overnight stay.

DAY 07 : DELHI DEPART
Breakfast at the hotel and checkout at 12.00 hrs.

Taj Mahal Tour

Day 1: Delhi Around midnight arrive in Delhi.Day 2: Delhi In the morning we visit “Rajghat”, Jama Masjid, Humayun’s Tomb, Kutab Minar, India Gate, Government buildings and Embassies. Day 3: Delhi – Mandawa (about 250 km) After breakfast we proceed to Mandawa and visit the havellis. Day 4: Mandawa – Jaipur (about 168 km) Today we drive to the Pink City Jaipur and later visit the City Palace and Jantar Mantar.

Day 5: Jaipur After breakfast we have an elephant ride in Amber, visit Hawa Mahal, Bazaar of Jaipur, “Laxmi Narayan Mandir” and have dinner with a presentation of Indian music and dance.Day 6: Jaipur – Agra (about 232 km) Today we drive to Agra. Enroute we visit Fatehpur Sikri. Day 7: Agra Today we visit the Agra Fort, Taj Mahal.Day 8: Agra – Delhi (about 200 km) In the morning after having breakfast drive to Delhi.

4 Days Rajasthan Tour

Day 1: Jodhpur
Arrive in Jodhpur. Today we will visit the Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, and Bazaars of Jodhpur.

Day 2: Jodhpur – Jaisalmer (about 290 km)
After having breakfast drive to Jaisalmer.

Day 3: Jaisalmer
Today we visit the fort, Jain temple and Sam dunes.

Day 4: Jaisalmer – Bikaner (about 330 km)
After breakfast drive to Bikaner. In Bikaner we visit the Junagarh Fort.

Day 5: Bikaner
After having breakfast drive to airport or railway station for the onwards journey.

Rajput Heritage Tour

Duration: 16 Nights / 17 Days
Places Covered: Delhi – Mandawa – Gajner – Jaisalmer – Jodhpur – Luni – Udaipur – Deogarh – Khajrela – Pushkar – Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra – Delhi

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Day 01: Abroad / Delhi
Arrive late night at New Delhi International airport.Day 02: Delhi
Morning sightseeing tour of Old Delhi. Afternoon sightseeing tour of New Delhi.

Day 03: Delhi – Mandawa
After breakfast drive to Mandawa.

Day 04: Mandawa – Bikaner – Gajner
After breakfast drive to Bikaner. Upon arrival check in at Gajner Palace.

Day 05 : Gajner – Jaisalmer
In the morning enjoy the surrounding of Ganjer Palace. After breakfast, drive to Jaisalmer. Upon arrival check-in at hotel.

Day 06: Jaisalmer
After breakfast, visit this perfect Rajput walled desert city whichis like a golden jewel shimmering above the hard sand.

Day 07: Jaisalmer – Jodhpur – Luni
After early breakfast, drive to Luni enroute visiting Jodhpur city.

Day 08 : Luni – Udaipur
Early morning visit the surrounding villages and witness their daily lifestyle of living and enjoy cup of tea / coffee with them.
Breakfast at hotel. Later drive to Udaipur. Upon arrival in Udaipur

Day 09: Udaipur
Morning, city tour of Udaipur – the romantic Lake City in Southern Rajasthan, famous for the stunning white marble Palace built on an island in the Lake Pichola. It was the former Palace of the Maharana and now converted to one of the most glamorous hotels in India. The tour will cover the magnificent City Palace, the Jagdish temple, the pleasure gardens and a drive around the other nearby lakes.

Day 10: Udaipur – Deogarh
After breakfast drive to Deoagrh enroute visiting Ranakpur Temples. Lunch at Maharani Bagh. Upon arrival in Deogarh

Day 11: Deogarh – Khajrela
After breakfast drive to Khajrela.

Day 12 : Khajrela – Pushkar
After breakfast drive to Pushkar enroute visiting the Dargah at Ajmer .

Day 13 : Pushkar – Jaipur
After breakfast drive to Jaipur. Afternoon tour of “Pink City” – Surrounded on three sides by the rugged Aravali hills, Jaipur is the picturesque capital of Rajasthan. It takes its name from the prince, soldier and astronomer Jai Singh II who moved his capital here in 1727.

Day 14 : Jaipur
Tour of the impressive Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time honoured fashion. The Fort, completed in the early 18th century, took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruling families.

Day 15 : Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra
After breakfast drive to Agra enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri. Upon arrival in Agra.

Day 16 : Agra – Delhi
Breakfast at hotel. Thereafter, visit the Red Fort. Upon arrival the guests will be assisted and transferred to airport for flight back home

Day 17 : Delhi – Abroad
Depart Delhi

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Udaipur

DESCRIPTION
The ‘city of lakes’is perhaps the most romantic and beautiful cities of India. In contrast to Its desert neighbourhood it stands out with an enchanting image of white marble palaces, placid blue lakes, gardens and temples surrounded by hills and mountains. It was founded by Maharaja Udai Singh in 1559 AD on the shores of lake Pichola. The most striking landmarks of the city are City palace and Lake palace. It developed scientifically, the old city was surrounded by fortified bastions with entry through 11 gates. Ruins of these fortifications are still there, and the more recent palaces can be visited. In fact, a number of the former royal homes are now excellent hotels, allowing you a glimpse into Rajasthan’s princely life with all its attendant splendors.

Udaipur is known for its fairytale palaces that nestle along the banks of a lake, or completely cover islands in its midst.The Sisodia rulers of Chittaurgarh who ruled here obviously had more leisure to exercise their taste than at Chittaur where much of their time was spent at war. It situated on the edge of three lakes, its narrow streets lined with shops and craftsmen’s ateliers encourage hours of window- shipping for tourists. Udaipur stands out for its heritage, crafts and performing arts and its school of miniature painting is noteworthy.

CITY SIGHTS
The City Palace: It was built in 1725 and the largest palace complex of Rajasthan, 304 meters in height and 244 meters in length was started by Udai Singh and subsequently built upon by later rulers. The main parts of the palace is now preserved as the City palace Museum with a large and varied collection of artifacts. Enter the City palace Museums through the Ganesh Deari. It is the largest palace complex of Rajasthan , 304 meters in height and 244 meters in length
Open from 0930- 1630hrs.

Saheliyon Ki Bari: The garden of the maids-of-honor. Beautiful lawns, gardens and fountains can be founded here
Timings-0900hrs-1800hrs

Jagdish Temple: Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the temple was built in 1651 A. D by Maharana Jagat Singh 1.

Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal: Amuseum of folk art. Puppeteers regularly put up shows here.
Timings 0900hrs-1800hrs

Pratap Memorial: The monument is a homage to Rana Pratap and his faithful steed. There is also a Japanese rock garden in the vicinity
Timings-0900-1800hrs

Fatehsagar: Built by Maharana Jai Singh. Officers the visitor a cruise on its waters or a row across to the island-garden, Nehru-Park.

Lake Pichola: The lake, which derives its name from the village Pichali, is a beautiful lake surrounded by hills, temples, bathing ghats and embankments. Situated amidst are two island palaces- the Jag Niwas the joiner summer residence of the princes of Mewar, has been converted into a splendid hotel. The Jag Mandir, built of red sandstone with a marble done, served as refugee for Prince Khurram (Shah Jehan).

Shilp Gram: Barely 3 km from Udaipur this rural art and crafts village set amdist natural surroundings consists of 26 huts built by crafts person drawn from all parts of the west zone-Goa, Gugrat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, though there is year -round activity, the Directorate of Tourism and SIDBI organize a delightful shopping situated on the outskirts of Udaipur, the Shilp Gram is a crafts and performing arts center and houses various craftsmen from different states who display live their crafts and products for the benefits of the visitors. The village also serves as an excellent venue for tourists hunting for mementos, as the products are reasonably priced.

EXCURSIONS
Eklingi Temple: 22km away from Udaipur The beautiful sculpted temple complex dedicated to Lord Shiva was built in 734 A.D The walled complex enclose 108 temples

Jaisamand: 50km away from Udaipur It is the second largest artificial lake in Asia, and was built by Maharana Jai Singh in the 17th century A.D . The lake is about 9 miles long and 6 miles wide covering an approx. area of 21 sq. miles. Graceful marble chhatris flank the embankment and beautiful summer palaces are built on either side of the lake.

Nathdwara: 48km away from Udaipur. It is one of the most important Hindu pilgrim center. The sacred 17th century shrines houses a black marble statue of Shri Nathji or Lord Krishna. The statue is more than 600 years old and was brought in 1669 from Mathura to protect it from the destructive hands of Mughals. Thousands of pilgrims visit the shrines especially during the festivals of Diwali, Holi and Janmashtmi.

Ranakpur: 96 km away form Udaipur & 2 hours drive. Beautifully sculpted Jain temples, built in the 15th century, ar the highlights of this place. There are 1,444 pillars in the temples and none of them are similarly carved.
Entry for non-jains 1200-1700 hrs.

FESTIVALS OF UDAIPUR
Mewar Festival (July- August): Held to coincide with Gangaur in Udaipur, the whole city turns out to mark the culmination of the 18-day festival with a procession of floats on Pichola lake.

SHOPPING
The main shopping areas are Hathipol, Chetak circle, Clock Tower, Palace road, Bapu Bazar and City market. The Rajasthan Government Handicrafts Emporium is a shopper’s delight. The culture and traditional of the place has given rise to many objects of beauty-folk toys, brightly colored garments, tie-and-dye saris and turbans, hand painted textile Cane furniture show a high degree of craftsmanship. Chunky silver jewellery is reasonably priced. Wall hangings and paintings on cloth are popular all over the world. Wooden toys are also available.
Shops are usually open from 1000hrs-1900hrs.

SEASON
September to March

ACCESS
By raod Udaipur is well connected to other cities. Agra 630 km via Ajmer and Jaipur, Ahmedabad 262 km via Ratnapur , Ajmer 264 km via Nathdwara a, Chittaurgarh 112km via Manglawad, Jaipur 406 km via Ajmer, Jodhpur 275km via Ranakpur, Mount Abu 187km via Pindwara, Ranakpur 90km via Savra.

Udaipur railway station is 4 km from the city centre. Udaipur is directly connected by rail with Delhi, Jaipur, Ajmer, Chittaur, Jodhpur, & Ahmedabad.

Dabok Airport is 21 km from the city center And 35-45 minutes journey from city hotels.

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JAISALMER

The ‘Golden City’ was founded in 1156 A. D. by Rao Jaisal. Located in the heart of the Thar desert, few cities in the world can match its magnificence. It was the domain of Bhati Rajputs, who were known for thier valour and chivalry. They levied taxes on the caravans laden with precious silks and spices that crossed the territory enroute Delhi on Sind. Jaisalmer soon became rich, so mush so that the merchnts, who also served as ministers in the royal courts, came to command more power than the rulers themselves. No wonder the large mansions of the merchants, built adjacent to each other in the nature of medieval desert cultures, are so profusely decorated that the palace, in comparison, appears to pale. Traces of this former opulence are seen inthe majestic buildings built here in luminous sandstone. While the havelis and the palace, along with the temples, will warrant the mandatory visits, Jaisalmer is incredible for the experience it brings alive of a medieval township caught in a timewarp, as you move up its ancient cobbled streets. For most part, its incredible sculptors were Muslim crargsmaen sho were induced, on their journeys to the patrons in others parts of India, to stay. The results is an archi-tectural purity that, because of Jaisalmer’s incredible isolation, is not seen elsewhere.

CITY SIGHTS
SONAR QILA: Built in 1156 a.D. by the Rawal Jaisal the Fort (often called sonar qila) crowns the 80m high Trikuta Hill. About a fourth of the old city’s population resides within the fort walls, The fort has 99 bastions around its circumference. There is a group of five Jain Temples within the fort built between the 12th and 15th centuries. The temples are open only till 12 noon.

PATWON KI HAVELI: is the most elaborate and magnificent, best known for tis latticed facade.

SALIM SINGH KI HAVELI: was built baout 300 years ago and is still lived in. It has a beautiful arched roof with carved brackets in the form of peacocks.

EXCURSION
GHADISAR had once supplied water to the city; the temples and archways around it have been built by a courtesan. Puppet shows are held her in the evenings.

AMAR SAGAR has the ruins of a once-beautiful garden on the banks of a lake, which is usually dry in the summer months.

SAM is known for its shifting sand dunes and is the venue for the desert festivals

DESERT NATIONAL PARK: lying south-west of Jaisalmer , it is a protected bio-sphere reserve spreading over 3000 sq. km. The awe-inspiring Sam sand dunes are within the park. This also the bustard breeding location and wildlife park where you can see the Indian gazelle(chinkara), eagle and many birds and animals. Foreign tourists require permission from the District Magistrate and Desert National Park office to enter this area. Domestic tourists require permission from the Desert National Park office.

LODURVA has the ruins fo the earlier capital and jain temples which are being rebuilt as reminders of its past splendour.

KULDHARA: enroute to Sam dunes, is a fine example of city planning as it existed in the 13th century. A heritage village today, remanants of almost 600 houses built then show the distinct lifestyles of the era. With rooms marked for womenfolk on the rear side and for men upon entrance, the village testifies the architectural knowledge prevalent then. A temple in the centre of the village has the priest’s house opposite it.

FESTIVALS:
Desert Festival. This festival is celebrated on SAM (sand dunes) in the month of Jan & Feb.
Nagaur Fair: A trading fair for cattle and camels in January-February. It is a wonderful opportunity to catch up on rural life as owners from all over the state come to camp onthe outskirts of Nagaur while they buy and sell animals.

SHOPPINGS: : Rugs, bedspreads, table-cloths in mirror work, embroideries and applique work style. Also you can find camel leather goods like bags, hats, wallets and juttis, etc with colorful embroidery. Even chunkey silver jewellery is available.

ACCESS:
By Air Jaisalmer is connceted with Delhi, Udaipur & Jaipur.
By Rail Jaisalmer is conncted to Jodhpur by a broad gauge line via Phalodi.
By Road it is connceted by good roads to Jodhpur (285 km), Bikaner via Pokran (330 km), and Barmer via Devikot (153 km).
SEASONBest season to visit the Jaisalmer in between the October to March

Bikaner

DESCRIPTION
Five hundred years ago, a desert chieftain established his kingdom here, and over the centuries it has grown into an impressive town on the strength of its valorous and diplomatic resident. Bikaner city is bolstered by imposing walls and has a 16th century fort housing old palaces, temples and a mosque. Founded by Raja Rai Singh, the fort is distinguished by its long range of 37 pavilions, a line of balconies and aerial windows of varying designs. Its central fort offered the occupants safety from invaders, while inside, the rulers designed some beautiful apartments that carried echoes of opulence and in rain starved Bikaner-the images of monsoon clouds.

The city, however, has remained in many ways, timeless. Nearby is Deshnoke where, in a marble-fronted temple, rats are offered sanctuary for they are considered sacred. And at Gajner is a former hunting lodge by a lake. Conversation efforts have declared it a sanctuary. Till a few decades ago, Gajner was particularly celebrated for its imperial sandgrouse shoots, diplomatically arranged by Maharaja Ganga Singh for viceregal visitors.

CITY SIGHTS
Junagarh Fort: The fort of Bikaner, Junagarh, however, was built in 1593 by Raja Rai Singh who also served as a general in the army of Emperor Akbar. Made from red sandstone and encircled by a moat around which the modern city of Bikaner has spread in a somewhat erratic fashion, Junagarh consists of several palaces and apartments in a remarkable state of preservation. The art of mason and sculptor is most obvious in the recreation of delicate stone screens, kiosks, pavilions and a series of arched entrances to buildings reached entrances to buildings reached from corridors that have windows overlooking the city beyond.

Anup Mahal:Anup Mahal courtyard has a throne set in a pool of water, bringing alive the sensitivity the rulers showed in their building environment. A formal set of sandstone staircases, and the wooden Durbar Hall are additions made early in this century by Maharaja Ganga Singh.

Badal Mahal: Recreates paintings of clouds on its walls, a reminder of the monsoon that often failed the settlement

Phool Mahal, Chandra Mahal: They give the impression of a rich inlay of pietra dura, though in fact the apartments are merely richly painted. The paintings have been preserved as good as new because of the extremely dry heat conditions of the desert town.

Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum: It is one of the best in Rajasthan, and stores artifacts from the pre-Harappan civilisations, the Gupta and Kushan eras.

EXCURSIONS
Camel Breeding Farm: 10 km away, is probably the only one of its kind in Asia, and is managed by the government.

Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary: 32 km away, is located on the Jaisalmer road. Bluebull, chinkara and black buck can be found. There are flocks of imperial sand grouse too. The erstwhile hunting lodge is now a hotel.

Deshnoke: Karni Mata’s temple, 33km away, is situated on the Jodhpur road, and is devoted to an incarnation of Durga.

SEASON
September to March

ACCESS
By road Bikaner is well connected by road. Jodhpur 250km, jaisalmer 320km, Ajmer 280 km, Jaipur 330 km.

By rail Bikaner is on the metre gauge network with convenient connections from Delhi and Jodhpur.

FESTIVALS
Camel Festival in between the month of January & February.

Kapil Muni Fair is also known as Kolayat Fair because of its location, this is a piligrimage centre where, on the occasion of the full moon, there is a range of camel trading activities in between the month of October & November.

Golden Triangle & Rajasthan

Duration: 06 Nights / 07 Days
Places to Visit: Delhi – Agra – Jaipur – Delhi

Day 01: Delhi
Arrival in New Delhi, the elegant capital of India, for an overnight stay.

Day 02: Delhi
Take a trip down the memory lane of Delhi, with sprawling gardens and stately buildings.

Day 03: Agra
Visit Agra- The erstwhile capital of glorious Mughal dynasty that offers incomparable monuments Taj Mahal, Red Fort and other prestigious monuments.

Day 04: Fatehpur Sikri – Jaipur
Drive to the ‘Pink city’ of Rajputs- Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri, which is known as the capital city of Emperor Akbar.

Day 05: Jaipur
Experience the glory of Amber Fort on an elephant back and later enjoy a sight seeing tour of the city that includes mirror inlayed palaces and courtyards.

Day 06: Jaipur – Delhi
Drive back to Delhi in the morning and have an overnight stay in the capital, adding up the last touches to your tour of the Golden Triangle.

Day 07:
Leave Delhi for an onward destination.

Pushkar

DESCRIPTION
The important Hindu pilgrim center is located 11kms From Ajmer. The flourishing temple town built around the sacred Pushker lake, is full of religious myths and faith. The holy lake has 52 ghats (bathing places), where pilgrims lake ritual dip in the lake. The annual Pushkar fair held here on Kartik Poornima (full moon in (Oct-Nov) is One of the largest cattle fair in the country. Pilgrims and tradesman come here in thousands from far and near. The fair today has become one of the major tourist attractions.

Of the state. Camel-cart races and various culture events are organized during the fair. The holy lake of Pushkar is believed to have been created by Lord Brahma himself. It is as important as Benaras or Puri. Devout Hindus believe that it is essential to visit Pushkar at least once in their lifetime. No pilgrimage is considered complete without a dip in the holy Pushkar lake. Pushkar has as many as 400 temples and 52 ghats and the only temple in the country that is dedicated to Brahma is to be found here . While pushkar is a heaven for the religiously inclined, it is also the venue of one of the country most country cattle fair Ride camels, shop at the colourful market, watch the sunset over the sand dunes, admire the beautiful clothes of the pilggrims Pushkar fair is a once-in-a lifetime experience that you will want to repeat.

FESTIVALS
Pushkar Fair: (Ocrtober-November) 11 km from Ajmer. It is Rajasthan’s most famous fair, it brings together camel traders, pilgrims,visitors, and those who’re here simply to participate in one of the seasons most colorful social events. Besides tented camps, there are hundreds of shops selling everything from handicrafts to spices, foodstuff and jewellery. For visitors, a number of activities are also arranged. But most simply wish to stay within the fair grounds to watch the fascinating Rajasthani village metamorphose before the eyes.

ACCESS
The nearest Airport is Jaipur (135km)

Jodhpur

DESCRIPTION
The fortified city of Jodhpur was founded in 1459. The imperial city set at the edge of the Thar desert. Is replete with amazing legends of romance and heroism. A major trade center of 16th century, Jodhpur has grown to become the second largest city of the state. Magnificent Mehrangarh fort stands a top a 125 meter high hill dominating the city’s skyline . It is one of the most impressive and formidable fort of the country. The Jaswant Thada, the memorial of Maharaja Jaswant Singh 11. Built in 1899 in white marble near the fort is noteworthy for its superb architecture. The Umaid Bhawan Palace, is the only palace built in 20th century, and is a splendid example of indi-colonal Style of 30’s A portion of the palace has been converted into a luxury hotel. Other palaces of interest are the Girdikot and Sardar market, Mandore Gardens kailana lake etc The royal crest is highlighted on the valance alongwith the mininature paintings in the lounge which is typical of the Jodhpur School of art.

The city can be roughly divided into four parts-Ratanada, which primarily houses old buildings and government offices; sardarpur, which is mostly residential; old city, that is the market area and shastri nagar, which is the new Jodhpur with modern houses ,etc. New buildings, blend well with the ancient Rajputana architecture as Jodhpur maintains a unique charm of old and new.

CITY SIGHTS
Mehrangarh Fort: It was founded by RAO Jodha in 1459 when he shifited his capital here from nearby Mandore. There are palaces, housed within this daunting strecture among them are Moti Mahal and Phool Mahal.It is one of the most stunning hill forts of Rajasthan. Mehrangarh appears to rise from the bluff-coloured sandstone hill itself , so well built into the base that it is difficult to tell where the hill ends and the walls begin. Founded in the 15th century by the Rathore Rajputs when they shifted their capital from nearby Mandore to Jodhpur (or the region known as Marwar) Mehrangarh from the outside is impressive, and certainly forbidding. There is a surprising lightness to it though, once actually within the fort.

Umaid Bhawan Palace: Umaid Bhawan Palace that holds one in awe. It is also known as Chhittar Palace because of the particular type of sandstone used to build it- which does not decay in the rains . Portion of the palace have been converted into a hotel and museum.

Jaswant Thada: Constructed out of thin sheets of marble which allow the sun to filter in, was built in the memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh 11 in 1899.

Mandor: It is 9km of the city, was once the the capital of ancient Marwar and now hosts the cenotaphs built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh and Maharaia Ajit Singh. Crowned with soaring spires, these are embellished with sculptured relifs reflecting theglories of ancient Marwar. It’s Hall of Heroes depicting popular Hindu and folk deities is worth a visit. The 16 figures here are carved out of one single rock.

EXCURSIONS
Osian (65 kms): The ancient town of the Thar desert is an archaeological delight. It has sixteen Brahamanical and Jain temples, beautiful sculpted and designed. Sacchiya Mata and Mahavir Jain temples are the largest among surviving shrines.

Khimsar (72km): On the Jodhpur-nagpur-bikaner highway, Khimsar is where Aurangzeb is reported to have stayed when he ordered his arm is to invade Jodhpur.Jeep safaris can be provide at khimsar fort. The Royal Castle the home of the Thakur of Khimsar, is now a Welcome group hotel.

FESTIVALS OF JODHPUR
Marwar Festival (November) It held in noe in Jodhpur, this annual event attempts to showcase the art and culture of the jodhpur region . It is devoted almost exclusive to song and dance, and the Maenad Festivals has become a part of this huge regional celebration.

SHOPPING
Jodhpur is a shopper’s paradise and handicrafts here differ from those in other Rajasthani tourist centers. The Jodhpur -breeches are famous the world over, popularly called Jodhpuris. Jodhpur is famous for its embroidered shoes, and for carved ivory. Also famous are the Jodhpur 2kg quilts, available in various price ranges.

SEASON
September to March

ACCESS
Jodhpur is well connected by many cities. Jaipur 340km, Ajmer 208km, Mount Abu 292km, Bikaner 256km, Udaipur 275km, Jaisalmer 285km, Agra 575km, Delhi 594km.

By rail Jodhpur is wel connected with major cities like: New Delhi, Agra, Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Udaipur, & Ahmedabd.

Jodhpur is connected by air and from Bombay and Delhi Usually on flights also connects with Jaipur and Udaipur. The Airport is 5km from the center of the city .It is nearest to all the hotels.

Rajasthan With Taj Mahal

Duration: 16 Nights / 17 Days
Places Covered: Delhi – Mandawa – Gajner – Jaisalmer – Jodhpur – Luni – Udaipur – Deogarh – Khajrela – Pushkar – Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra – Delhi

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Day 01: Abroad / Delhi
Arrive late night at New Delhi International airport. Day 02: Delhi
Morning sightseeing tour of Old Delhi.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of New Delhi.

Day 03: Delhi – Mandawa
After breakfast drive to Mandawa ( 280 kms).

Day 04: Mandawa – Bikaner – Gajner
After breakfast drive to Bikaner (240 kms).
Upon arrival check in at Gajner Palace.

Day 05 : Gajner – Jaisalmer
In the morning enjoy the surrounding of Ganjer Palace.

After breakfast, drive to Jaisalmer (260 km).
Upon arrival check-in at hotel.

Day 06: Jaisalmer
After breakfast, visit this perfect Rajput walled desert city which is like a golden jewel shimmering above the hard sand.

Day 07: Jaisalmer – Jodhpur – Luni
After early breakfast, drive to Luni (310 km) enroute visiting Jodhpur city.

Day 08 : Luni – Udaipur
Early morning visit the surrounding villages and witness their daily lifestyle of living and enjoy cup of tea / coffee with them.
Breakfast at hotel.
Later drive to Udaipur (240 kms).
Upon arrival in Udaipur

Day 09: Udaipur
Morning, city tour of Udaipur – the romantic Lake City in Southern Rajasthan, famous for the stunning white marble Palace built on an island in the Lake Pichola. It was the former Palace of the Maharana and now converted to one of the most glamorous hotels in India. The tour will cover the magnificent City Palace, the Jagdish temple, the pleasure gardens and a drive around the other nearby lakes.

Day 10: Udaipur – Deogarh
After breakfast drive to Deoagrh enroute visiting Ranakpur Temples.
Lunch at Maharani Bagh. Upon arrival in Deogarh

Day 11: Deogarh – Khajrela
After breakfast drive to Khajrela (184 kms).

Day 12 : Khajrela – Pushkar
After breakfast drive to Pushkar (180 kms) enroute visiting the Dargah at Ajmer .

Day 13 : Pushkar – Jaipur
After breakfast drive to Jaipur (120 kms / 3 hours).
Afternoon tour of “Pink City” – Surrounded on three sides by the rugged Aravali hills, Jaipur is the picturesque capital of Rajasthan. It takes its name from the prince, soldier and astronomer Jai Singh II who moved his capital here in 1727.

Day 14 : Jaipur
Tour of the impressive Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time honoured fashion. The Fort, completed in the early 18th century, took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruling families.

Day 15 : Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra
After breakfast drive to Agra (221 kms) enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri

Fatehpur Sikri – the impressive sandstone fortress was built in the 16th century and only occupied for a few years before being abandoned, leaving the buildings in virtually perfect conditions.

Upon arrival in Agra

Day 16 : Agra – Delhi
Breakfast at hotel. Thereafter, visit the Red Fort.

Upon arrival the guests will be assisted and transferred to airport for flight back home

Day 17 : Delhi – Abroad
Depart Delhi.

Royal Weddings

Duration : 4 Days 3 Nights

Udaipur- the city of romance and inherent charm houses many magnificent palaces and historic venues for once-in-a-lifetime ‘Royal Wedding’. A dream wedding, wherein a traditional welcome is given to every guest in a royal manner befitting kings and queens, where a red carpet is laid out for you in such a grand manner that it would become a dream fulfilled.
We organize 4 days wedding, wherein our wedding professionals supervise all the arrangements. Here we present a glimpse of the mega event, which is going to change your life forever.

Day 1:

Airport transfer, warm and royal welcome accorded with a band and welcome drinks followed by Royal welcome in the hotel, where shehnai players create royal wedding mood.
Wlcome drink in the room or reception area.
Lunch for all the guests at Shiv Niwas courtyard.

Day 2:

After previous night’s excitement, another day starts with leisure and relaxation. Guests can visit the city’s famous markets.
Lunch is served at Darbar Hall.

Day 3:

The day is at leisure. Lunch is organized either at Shiv Niwas Palace lawns or at the Promenade.
The night of the wedding
The morning before the memorable evening is filled with preparations for the royal wedding in Udaipur. In the early evening gentlemen gather in the Durbar Hall for tying safas (traditional headgear of the long tie-and-dye scarves). The ladies are assisted by our staff with their attire and designer-wear. All the guests assemble at Shiv Pole at Shiv Nivas Palace, or Fatheh Pole at Fatheh Prakash Palce, where a welcome drink is served. A royal procession begins to form and the excitement grows dressed in Rajasthani attire sprinkling rose petals and attar (rose water) in the front, followed by Dhol/ Nagada (traditional drums used for all the auspicious occasions).
The guests follow a magnificently decorated horse bearing the bridegroom, white liveried men with lances line up the entire length of the procession route with mashaals in their hands. The procession heads towards the boat-jetty at the Promenade where the Palace band welcomes them; the guests are then ushered into decorated boats to be ferried across the Lake to Jagmandir, the island-palace on Lake Pichola.

Day 4:

The guests are prepared to leave with the fond memories of the Royal wedding in Udaipur and our hospitality staff ensures that the coaches/ cars are ready to transfer them to the airport and railway station. All ticketing and logistics are handled by our travel desk.

RURAL PARADISE

22 Nights / 23 Days

Delhi-Samode-Nawalgarh-Khimsar-Jaisalmer- Pokaran-Jodhpur-Mandore-Ranakpur- Devgarh- Udaipur- Dungarpur-Chittaurgarh-Bijapur- Kota -Bundi- Jaipur-Bhandarej – Karauli – Bharatpur

Day 01: Delhi – Samode

Drive from Delhi to Samode, to stay at its palace or garden retreat. The village settlement is palace is picturesque.

Day 02 Samode-Nawalgarh

Drive to Nawalgarh in the heart of the Shekhawati region to stay to Roop Niwas Palace. Afternoon, explore surrounding towns and villages with their painted havelis and temples

Day 03 Nawalgarh-Khimsar

Drive to Khimsar Fort. A charming heritage hotel, the village around it is settled at the base of sand dunes where there are black buck visible on short jeep safaris.

Day 04 Khimsar-Jaisalmer

Drive to Jaisalmer, the charming fortified settlement in the heart of desert.

Day 05 Jaisalmer-Pokaran

Explore Jaisalmer on foot. Cut off from civilisation for centuries, this is one of the last known citadels where the 21st century has made few instusions, and a wide variety of crafts are still practiced. Afternoon, drive to Pokaran to stay at its fort. Pottery, and decorations for camels are made here.

Day 06 Pokaran-Jodhpur

Drive to Jodhpur, with sightseeing in the afternoon.

Day 07 Jodhpur-Mandore

Visit Mandore, and then continue to Rohet with its charming fort where you will stay. In the afternoon, a jeep safari to the surrounding Rabari and Bishnoi village.

Day 08 Mandore-Daspan

Drive to Daspan village where the fertile fields grow bountiful crops, and the village is known for its embroidered shoes. There are also some families that make bows and arrows in the Bhil style. Stay at Durjan Niwas Castle.

Day 09 Daspan-Siyana

Continue into farming country, to Siyana. Stay at Thakur Ganapat Singh’s farm with its stable of Marwari horses.

Day 10 Siyana-Sirohi

Across the flat, irrigated lands of Sirohi, drive to Leopard’s Lair at Bera. There is a large settlement of Rabaris vicinity. These migrants move around, but this permanent settlement has well-kept, clean homes.

Day 11,12 Sirohi-Ranakpur

Drive to Ranakpur with its 16th century temples. Stay at Maharani Bagh in the midst of an orchard, and with Gerasia dancers performing in the evening.

Day 13 Ranakpur-Udaipur

Drive to Udaipur, stay at a choice of deluxe palace hotels. Sight seeing.

Day 14 Udaipur-Dungarpur

Drive to Dungarpur with its Bhil villages all around, Stay at the magnificent Udai Vilas Palace.

Day 03 Nawalgarh-Khimsar

Drive to Khimsar Fort. A charming heritage hotel, the village around it is settled at the base of sand dunes where there are black buck visible on short jeep safaris.

Day 15 Dungarpur-Chittaurgarh-Bijapur

Drive via Chittaurgarh Fort to Bijaipur, the base for the Mina tribes. The village is located beside a lake.

Day 16 Bijapur-Kota

Drive to Kota, stay at Umed Bhawan, Brijraj Bhawan or Sukhdam Niwas. Local sightseeing.

Day 17 Kota-Bundi

Drive to Bundi for sightseeing of fort, and Raniji ki Baroi step well. Continue to Rajmahal, a 300-year-old palace with the village named after it. The palace overlooks the river below.

Day 18 Bundi

Drive to Pachewar village and its resorted fort of Garh. Flourishing agricultural practices, toy makers and a blue pottery kiln.

Day 19 Bundi-Jaipur

Drive to jaipur, and sightseeing there. Stay at a choice of palace and heritage hotels.

Day 20 Jaipur-Bhandarej

Drive to Bhandarej and stay at Bhadrawati Palace. The village has a lovely setting beside a lake, and Mina settlements around it.

Day 21 Bhandarej-Karauli

Drive to Karauli, known for its pink stone quarries, and the Kalia Devi temple. Stay at Bhanwar Niwas Palace.

Day 22 Karauli – Bharatpur

Drive to Bharatpur, stay at Laxmi Vilas Palace. Visit bird sanctuary, and visit the old fort with its incredibly invincible mud bastions.

Day 23 Bharatpur – Delhi

Depart from Agra or Delhi. Tour ends.

Urs Ajmer Sharif, Ajmer

The urs, acommomerative celebration is held in the solemn memory of Khwaja Muin-nddin Chisti, a prighly respected sufi saint fondly revered as the benefactor of the poor, popularly known as Gareeb Nawaz.

The Dargah Sharif in Ajmer, is the place where the Saints mortal remains lie burried and is the site of the largest Muslim Fair in India.

Chadar; Ghilaph & Neema which are votive offerings for the tomb are offered by several hundred thousand devotees. Mehfils & Qawwalis are held and mass prayer calls for the eternal peace of the mankind.

An interesting ritual is the looting of Kheer (Milk Pudding) which is cooked in two large cauldrons called Degs and distributed to the devotees as tabarruk (blessed food).

The lakeside city of Ajmer is located in central Rajasthan, and is held in great reverence by devotees of all communities who call it ‘Ajmer Sharif’ (Holy Ajmer). It is here that the mortal remains of the highly respected Sufi saint Khwaja Moin-ud-din Chishti lie buried.

The Khwaja came from Persia and established the Chishtia order of fakirs in India. He is popularly known as Gharib Nawaz (protector of the poor) because he dedicated his entire life to the service of mankind.

His spartan life spanned almost a hundred years and he embraced death in solitude while he had withdrawn to his cell for six days, asking not to be disturbed.

The Dargah Sharif in Ajmer is the place where the Saint’s mortal remains lie buried and is the site of the largest Muslim fair in India.

More than five lakh devotees belonging to different communities gather from all parts of the subcontinent to pay homage to the Khwaja on his Urs (death anniversary) during the first six days of Rajab (seventh month of the Islamic calendar.)

The pilgrims who come to seek the blessings of the Khwaja make rich offerings called nazrana at the holy spot where the saint has been entombed.

The offerings of rose and jasmine flowers, sandalwood paste, perfumes and incense contribute to the fragrance that floats in the air inside the shrine. Also offered by devotees are the chadar, ghilaph and neema, which are votive offerings for the tomb.

These are brought by devotees on their heads and handed over to the khadims inside the sanctum sanctorum. Outside the sanctum sanctorum of the dargah, professional singers called qawwals in groups and sing the praises of the saint in a characteristic high pitched voice.

People gather around them and listen attentively, sometimes clapping to the rhythm of their instruments.

The Urs is initiated with the hoisting of a white flag on the dargah by the Sajjada Nashin (successor representative) of Chishtis.

It is done on the 25th of Jamadi-ul-Akhir (sixth lunar month), with the accompaniment of music. On the last day of the sixth month, the Jannati-Darwaza (gateway of heaven) is flung open early in the morning. People cross this gate seven times with the belief that they will be assured a place in heaven.

On the 1st of Rajab, the tomb is washed with rose water and sandalwood paste and anointed with perfumes. This ritual is called ghusal. The tomb is then covered with an embroidered silk cloth by the Sajjada Nashin.

An interesting ritual is the looting of kheer (milk-pudding) which is cooked in two large cauldrons called degs and distributed to the devotees as tabarruk (blessed food).

On the 6th of Rajab, after the usual mehfil and the sound of cracker-bursts accompanied by music, the Sajjada Nashin performs the ghusal of the tomb.

Fatiha and Salamti are read. A poetic recitation called mushaira is arranged in which poets of all communities arrive to recite compositions dedicated to the Khwaja. The Qul (end-all) on the 6th of Rajab marks the end of the Urs.

At night, religious assemblies called mehfils are held in the mehfil-khana, a large hall meant for this purpose. These are presided over by the Sajjada Nashin of the dargah.

Qawwalis are sung and the hall is packed to capacity. There are separate places reserved for women who attend the mehfil. The mehfil terminates late in the night with a mass prayer for the eternal peace of the Khwaja in particular and mankind in general.

The Dargah is located at the conjunction of three bazaars. There are a number of restaurants around the Dargah where visitors can choose from a variety of dishes most of which are non-vegetarian preparations.

Guest houses on the road leading to the Dargah offer accommodation that ranges from economical to luxurious.

Many other guest houses are strewn across the city. The shops in the market around the Dargah sell flowers, prayer mats, rosaries, textiles, and general merchandise as well.

Ajmer is 132 kms. south-west of Jaipur and 198 kms. east of Jodhpur. It is connected by road to Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Udaipur and Kota. Ajmer is a railway junction on the Delhi-Ahmedabad section of the Western Railway. During the Urs, special buses ply from cities all over India carrying people to Ajmer and back.

Fairs Festivals of Rajasthan

Rajasthan, is a colourful desert. The unconvincing Thar Desert and with it all the barren land of Rajasthan has much to offer through the plethora of celebrations. Festivals and fairs, music and dances, turns the land to a creative fertile basin. Season heralded with a festive fervour and cattle marts turn into delightful fairs.

Festivals hold an unusual lure for the Rajasthanis and they have any number of reasons to celebrate. Pageantry is in the form of weddings or rituals, or to promote trade. Each region has their own form of Folk entertainment, own Traditions, own dialect adding to the Indian diversity. Pushkar Fair, Desert festival, Elephant Festival and Camel festival are internationally famous and are not to be missed.

These festivals born out of age-old traditions, adorns the golden land and unveils the best with vulnerable colours. Colours that are alive and unrestricted, and unifies each soul who visits this magic land. There’s a rhythm, there’s a jest, a passion, a spirit of romance, a valour, a feel of being one with the blonde landscape. This spirit of celebration is like Desert Rains, hidden in the Aravalli bosom, unfolding its feather with each festival.

Camel Festival
(Bikaner, January) A unique celebration highlighting camel & cultural heritage of northern Rajasthan. The camel festival begins with a colourful procession of bedecked camels against the red sandstone backdrop of the Junagarh fort, the festivity advances to the open sand spreads of the grounds, followed by the best breed competition, the tug of war contest, camel dances & acrobatics. The camels dance gracefully to the slightest direction of their trainers their bejeweled necks, jingling anklets cast a magical spell.Glorious Gorbandh dance, local folk performs and dazzling fireworks offer a different tenor & tempo altogether.

Nagaur Fair
(Nagaur. Jan.-Feb.) Essentially an animal fair is one of the largest in the colmtry. The fair is renowned for the trading in cows, bullocks, camels & horses Mirchi Bazar is the main attraction and wooden items, iron craft & leather accessories are available in plenty during the fair. As the Sun goes down, a joyous atmosphere is created by the folk musicians whose voices echo far & wide across the tranquil desert sand. Nagaur is well connected to the mal or tourist centers of Rajasthan. The nearest airport is Jodhpur (135 Km.).

Desert Festival
(Jaisalmer, Jan.-Feb.) A unique three day show on the sands, when the desert blooms with the riotous colour of Rajasthan ‘s desert heritage. The traditional dances (famous Gair & Fire dances) backed by high pitched music take the folk dances and the audience on an Euphoric trip. The turban tying competition & Mr. Desert contest coupled with camel race & acrobatics add a touch of excitement to the celebrations. One can enjoy the pleasure of a camel ride to the sand dances and view musicians & dancers performing.

Baneshwar Fair
(Baneshwar Dungarpur,Jan.-Feb.) A religious festival with simple & traditional rituals. Quaint rhythms conjure up the tribal cultural identity of the Bhils of Rajasthan, Gujarat & M.P. Baneshwar means the master of the delta and this name was given to the Shiva linga. The Beneshwar fair is held at a small delta formed by the river Som & Mahi & prayers are offered toLord Shiva locally named as Baneshwar. The fair resounds with the gaeity of traditional folk songs, folk dances, Raslila, animal show, magic shows acrobatic feats. Adding to the excitement are me joy ride.” on merygo rounds & swings.

Elephant Festival
(Jaipur, March) A magnificent spectactle, it unveils the majesty and grandeur of elephants celebrated around Holi. The Mahavats or owners proudly decorate their elephants with bright colours, jhool., (saddle cloth) and heavy jewellary. A royal procession of decorated elephants, a match of elephant polo, an elephant race and playing Holi on elephants are main events.

Brij Festival
(Bharatpur, March) Held on the eve of Holi in honour of Lord Krishna, this festival is marked by verve & east Villagers, in gay, multitude attire can be seen singing and performing the Raslila dance the immortal love story of Radha & Krishna.

Gangaur Festival
(Jaipur, MarchApril) A festival devoted to Goddess Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva. Ishar & Gangaur are the divine male and female ho embody marital love. Dedicated to goddess Gauri (Parvati), the festival commences on Holi/ Young girls pray for ;rooms of their choice while married women seek a long life for their husbands. rhe ladies decorate their hands and feet )y drawing designs with Mehendi (Myrtle Jaste). On the evening of the 7th day after -ioli, unmarried girls go around singing songs of ghudlia (earthern pots with numerous holes all around with a lamp lit aside) carrying the pots on their hands. )n their way they collect small presents ,f cash, sweets, jaggery, ghee, oil etc. The women do these while chanting hymns to the Goddess. Festivities continue for 18 days culminating with the arrival of Lord Shiva to escort his bride home. A grand process Ion with the ideal of Gauri in beautifully decorated gold and silver a palanquin caparisoned elephants, camels, horses, dances, drummers & joyous children, goes through the city streets.

In Jaipur procession forms at the Palace Gate known as Tripolia and moves on the city streets on to Talkatora. A vast gathering of jaipurites & villagers from nearby areas witness the procession. A sweet dish called Ghewar characteristic of the Gangaur festival is distributed among friends & relatives. In Jodhpur early in the morning thousands of maidens, clad in their best attire, singing melodious songs, bring water and durba grass in silver or brass pots to a place known as Girdikot. In Udaipur the images of Isar & Gauri are taken in a procession to the Pichola lake there after in a boat for an hour they go around the lake and the ceremony comes to an end with a display of fireworks on the banks. The Girasia tribe eligible boys & girls in Sirohi, Mount Abu region during Gangaur festival select their life partners & elope with them. This form of marriage has the sanction of the community.

Mewar Festival
(Udaipur, MarchApril) Coinciding with the festival of Gangaur the Mewar festival is celebrated to welcome the advent of spring. Once the religions part of the festival is over it is time for potrayal of Rajasthani culture through songs, dances and other programmes. The festival culminates with an impressive fire works display.
Kaila Devi Fair

Summer Festival
(Mt. Abu, June) The steep rocks, tranqillake, mango grooves, bauhinia trees & thickets of wild berries cover this hilly mount. The three day festival is a feast of folk & classical music and a window to the tribal life & culture of Rajasthan. Cail; Choomar & Dhap folk dances enthrall the spectators. Sporting events such as the boat race on the Nakki lake add variety to the festival. Udaipur (185 Kms.) is the nearest airport and Abu Road (29 Kms.) is the nearest Railway station and, there is a good network of bus services connecting Mount Abu to Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur & Ahmedabad.

Teej Fair
(Jaipur , July-August) The festival celebrating the reunion of Shiva & Parvati, is celebrated at the onset of the onsoon. Teej is the festival of swings. Young girls & women dressed in green clothes sing songs & swing in celebrating the advent of the mansoon. An elaborate procession is taken out in Jaipur for two consecutive days with ornately dressed elephants, horses & camels, bands, performing artists & coluorfully dressed people Goddess Parvati is invoked to bless her worshippers with conjugal harmony & bliss.

Pushkar Fair
(Pushkar-Ajmer, November) Excitement, gaiety and a keen sense of competition fill the air as the long journey to Pushkar begins. The only temple dedicated to Lord Brahma (the creator) is located at Pushkar. The Pushkar lake is surrounded by 52 flights of steps called ghats. Legend has it that Lord Vishnu appeared at the Varah ghat in the form of a boar. Brahma took a bath here and performed yagna at the Brahma Ghat accompanied by Vishnu & Mahadev. The ashes of Mahatma Gandhi (Father of the Nation) were immersed at the Gandhi ghat. Pushkar is among the five principal places of Hindu pilgrimage. People consider the water of the Pushkar lake to be very sacred and the ritual of taking dips in the holy water IS believed to bestow salvation. It I s customary to float lighted eastern lamps ed on pattals (plates made of leaves) on the waters of lake. This creales a spectacular view when the sacred lake takes on a mystical tint sprankled with twinkling spots of light. In conjunction with he religious fair, a cattle fair is also organised. The ancient town of Pushkar is transformed into a spectacular fair ground. The fair grounds reverberate with festivity and woman folk shop for bangles, clothes, utensils, sundry household items & leather goods. The highlight of the Pushkar fair is the trading in camels. The camel, horse & donkey races are events that draw huge attendance. Body tatooing is yet another favourite activity. Come dusk, and the rich strains of haunting music are carried across the desert sands as the merrymaking continues deep into the night.

Urs
(Ajmer) The urs, acommomerative celebration is held in the solemn memory of Khwaja Muin-nddin Chisti, a prighly respected sufi saint fondly revered as the benefactor of the poor, popularly known as Gareeb Nawaz. The Dargah Sharif in Ajmer, is the place where the Saints mortal remains lie burried and is the site of the largest Muslim Fair in India. Chadar; Ghilaph & Neema which are votive offerings for the tomb are offered by several hundred thousand devotees. Mehfils & Qawwalis are held and mass prayer calls for the eternal peace of the mankind. An interesting ritual is the looting of Kheer (Milk Pudding) which is cooked in two large cauldrons called Degs and distributed to the devotees as tabarruk (blessed food).

Heritage Tour of Rajasthan

Duration: 16 Nights / 17 Days
Places Covered: Delhi – Mandawa – Gajner – Jaisalmer – Jodhpur – Luni – Udaipur – Deogarh – Khajrela – Pushkar – Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra – Delhi

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Day 01: Abroad / Delhi
Arrive late night at New Delhi International airport. Day 02: Delhi
Morning sightseeing tour of Old Delhi.
Afternoon sightseeing tour of New Delhi.

Day 03: Delhi – Mandawa
After breakfast drive to Mandawa ( 280 kms).

Day 04: Mandawa – Bikaner – Gajner
After breakfast drive to Bikaner (240 kms).
Upon arrival check in at Gajner Palace.

Day 05 : Gajner – Jaisalmer
In the morning enjoy the surrounding of Ganjer Palace.

After breakfast, drive to Jaisalmer (260 km).
Upon arrival check-in at hotel.

Day 06: Jaisalmer
After breakfast, visit this perfect Rajput walled desert city which is like a golden jewel shimmering above the hard sand.

Day 07: Jaisalmer – Jodhpur – Luni
After early breakfast, drive to Luni (310 km) enroute visiting Jodhpur city.

Day 08 : Luni – Udaipur
Early morning visit the surrounding villages and witness their daily lifestyle of living and enjoy cup of tea / coffee with them.
Breakfast at hotel.
Later drive to Udaipur (240 kms).
Upon arrival in Udaipur

Day 09: Udaipur
Morning, city tour of Udaipur – the romantic Lake City in Southern Rajasthan, famous for the stunning white marble Palace built on an island in the Lake Pichola. It was the former Palace of the Maharana and now converted to one of the most glamorous hotels in India. The tour will cover the magnificent City Palace, the Jagdish temple, the pleasure gardens and a drive around the other nearby lakes.

Day 10: Udaipur – Deogarh
After breakfast drive to Deoagrh enroute visiting Ranakpur Temples.
Lunch at Maharani Bagh. Upon arrival in Deogarh

Day 11: Deogarh – Khajrela
After breakfast drive to Khajrela (184 kms).

Day 12 : Khajrela – Pushkar
After breakfast drive to Pushkar (180 kms) enroute visiting the Dargah at Ajmer .

Day 13 : Pushkar – Jaipur
After breakfast drive to Jaipur (120 kms / 3 hours).
Afternoon tour of “Pink City” – Surrounded on three sides by the rugged Aravali hills, Jaipur is the picturesque capital of Rajasthan. It takes its name from the prince, soldier and astronomer Jai Singh II who moved his capital here in 1727.

Day 14 : Jaipur
Tour of the impressive Amber Fort, situatedon a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time honoured fashion. The Fort, completed in the early 18th century, took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruling families.

Day 15 : Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra
After breakfast drive to Agra (221 kms) enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri

Fatehpur Sikri – the impressive sandstone fortress was built in the 16th century and only occupied for a few years before being abandoned, leaving the buildings in virtually perfect conditions.

Upon arrival in Agra

Day 16 : Agra – Delhi
Breakfast at hotel. Thereafter, visit the Red Fort.

Upon arrival the guests will be assisted and transferred to airport for flight back home

Day 17 : Delhi – Abroad
Depart Delhi

Desert with Temple Tour

Duration: 19 Nights / 20 Days
Places Covered: Delhi – Khajuraho – Orchha – Agra – Fatehpur Sikri – Jaipur – Jodhpur – Ranakpur – Kumbhalgarh – Udaipur – Ajanta-Ellora – Bombay – Madurai – Chettinad – Trichy – Tanjore – Mahabalipuram – Kanchipuram – Chennai

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Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Arrive at Delhi where you would be met and escorted to the hotel. In the afternoon you will be taken to National Museum where you will see the finest collection of Indian antiquities and artifacts. Tonight you will be hosted a welcome dinner when you will also be familiarized with the tour. Day 2: Delhi
Delhi with its Old and New parts – each with its specific charm and glory – makes a very interesting city for its sustenance to medieval and modern cultures at the same time and space. Today, you will explore the capital of India in a full-day tour – including buildings of early Turkish structure to Mughal buildings to Lutyen’s Delhi.

Day 3: Khajuraho
This morning you will take a train to Jhansi. En route to Khajuraho you will visit sleepy medieval town of Orchha which is littered with medieval Bundelkhand buildings bearing fusion of Mughal and Rajput architecture.

Khajuraho: In the afternoon you will explore the little town known the world-over for its Nagara style of temple architecture and erotic sculpture.

Overnight will be at Khajuraho.

Day 4: Agra
Your day starts in the morning when you will be driven to Jhansi railway station for your train to Agra.

You will arrive in Agra in the evening and retire for the day.

Day 5: Agra
Today you will do sightseeing tour of Agra. In the first half of the day you will visit Sikandara and the Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah or the ‘Baby Taj’. In the afternoon you will visit Agra Fort and will end the tour with a visit to the Taj Mahal at sunset. Agra buildings are some of the first examples of extensive marble usage in Indian building style.

Day 6: Jaipur
After a leisurely morning you drive to Jaipur – en route visit Fatehpur Sikri, a perfectly preserved Mughal city built at the height of the empire’s splendor. You will arrive in Jaipur in the noon and will be at leisure for the rest of the day.

Day 7: Jaipur
In the morning, you visit the Amber Fort – one of the most fascinating of Indian forts. You will reach the fort majestically atop an elephant; once inside the fort, you visit the Palace of Mirrors, Hall of Public Audience and the beautifully manicured gardens.
Afternoon you will spend exploring the Jantar Mantar (astrological observatory), the Hawa Mahal (the Palace of Winds), the City Palace and the museum.

Day 8: Jodhpur
Proceed to Jodhpur.

Set at the edge of the Thar Desert, the imperial city of Jodhpur echoes with tales of antiquity in the emptiness of the desert. Once the capital of the Marwar state, it was founded in 1459 AD by Rao Jodha-chief of the Rathore clan of Rajputs who claimed to be descendants of Rama – the epic hero of the Ramayana. The massive 15th century AD Mehrangarh Fort looms on the top of a rocky hill, soaring 125 Mts. Above the plains. The city is ened by a high wall -10 km long with 8 gates and innumerable bastions.

Overnight will be at Jodhpur.

Day 9: Jodhpur
This morning you explore the magnificent Mehrangarh Fort-Museum, one of the largest in India, unsurpassed in beauty and grandeur – and a perfect example of desert variant of Rajput architecture. The tour of the fort will be followed by a visit to the old town where you walk through the market getting a feel of the town.
Early in the evening you will be taken on a short safari to immaculately kept villages of Bishnoi tribals who are known for their belief in the sanctity of plant and animal life. A variety of deer roaming freely is the attraction of these villages.

Day 10: Udaipur
Today, you drive to Udaipur.

En route you will visit Ranakpur – the largest and most beautifully preserved Jain Temples in India. After visiting Ranakpur you will proceed to see the fort of Kumbhalgarh. If Ranakpur is beauty and grace, Kumbhalgarh is all about power.

You will arrive in Udaipur late in the afternoon. The rest of the day will be at leisure.

Day 11: Udaipur
The day begins with a visit to the City Palace, which is largest in Rajsathan. You will also see lovely medieval Jagdish Temple and Sahelion-Ki-Bari or the “Gardens of the Maids of Honour”. The tour of Udaipur will end with a lunch at the beautiful Gallery Restaurant at Fateh Prakash Palace.

The day will end with a relaxing boat ride on Lake Pichola. From the lake you will get unmatched views of the gardens surrounding the fascinating Lake Palace Hotel and the two islands in the lake.

Day 12: Aurangabad
Today, you will be escorted to the airport for your flight to Bombay where you will arrive to connect to your flight for Aurangabad (Depending on the flight timings you will be given a brief tour of the commercial capital of India). You will arrive Aurangabad late in the evening and check into the hotel to retire for the day.

Day 13: Aurangabad
Today you will explore the caves of Ajanta which offer a rich tapestry of images that speak of palaces, royalty, cultures and tales of everyday life of ancient India. Long buried in the debris of time, these 30 caves were built to offer seclusion to the Buddhist monks, who lived, taught and performed rituals.

Day 14: Aurangabad / Bombay
This morning you will be taken to explore Ellora caves. Carved between fourth and fifth century, the rock temples and monasteries of Ellora represent the three major faiths of India – Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism. Like Ajanta, Ellora caves too are a fine example of cave temples with almost 34 caves with intricate interiors and ornamental facades.

Later in the evening you will take your flight for Bombay where you spend the night before starting your tour of South India.

Day 15: Madurai
Continuing your tour to South India you will fly in the morning to Madurai where you arrive before noon. All activity in Madurai is centred round Sri Meenakshi Temple in the heart of the told town. A riotously baroque example of Dravidian architecture, you visit the temple in the afternoon.

Day 16: Chettinad
After a leisurely start today you drive to Chettinad which is known for its artistic houses.

Spend the afternoon exploring the palace and around for its unique architecture. Overnight will be at Madurai.

Day 17: Tanjore/ Trichy
This morning you will drive to Tanjore. Also called a city of temples, Tanjore is dotted with no fewer than 74 temples – the most famous of which is the Brihadeshwara temple. You visit this fascinating temple and the Thanjavur Palace before continuing your drive to Trichy.

The town of Trichy is another small place of South India which is littered with innumerable evidence of the region’s excellence in art and architecture.

In the evening you explore the city including spectacular Rock Fort Temple.

Day 18: Chennai
This morning you take a train ride to Madras – your last destination of the tour. Madras is a fascinating city with its ancient temples and unique culture, golden sandy beaches and a marvelous tradition of music and dance. You explore this lovely city in the afternoon, immediately after arriving at the station. After the short city tour you will check into your hotel which is a beach hotel outside Madras city.

Day 19: Chennai
Today will be spent in visiting two of the finest examples of ancient South Indian architecture – Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram.

Day 20: Chennai
The day will be spent in leisure. In the evening you will be hosted a farewell dinner before being escorted to the domestic terminal for flight to Delhi for return home or international airport for your flight overseas.

Rajasthan, Tiger & Taj Tour

Duration: 12 Nights / 13 Days
Places Covered: Delhi – Udaipur – Jaipur – Ranthambhore – Bharatpur – Agra – Jabalpur – Kanha – Jabalpur – Delhi

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Day 01: Delhi
Company representatives will receive you on arrival at the international airport in Delhi late in the night or midnight. Transfer to your hotel. Relax.Overnight will be at Delhi.

Day 02: Delhi – Udaipur
Breakfast will be at the hotel. Transfer to airport for flight to Udaipur.

Reach and check in at hotel.

Overnight will be at Udaipur.

Day 03: Udaipur
Breakfast will be served at the hotel.

Relax in the evening.

Overnight will be at Udaipur.

Day 04: Udaipur – Jaipur
Breakfast will be at hotel.

After breakfast drive to beautiful Pink City – Jaipur. Lunch will be at Kishangarh Phool Mahal Palace.

Reach and check in at hotel.

Overnight will be at Jaipur.

Day 05: Jaipur
Breakfast will be served at the hotel.

Proceed for excursion to Amber Fort in the outskirts of Jaipur. Elephant ride ascent to the fort.

Explore the city markets. Overnight will be at Jaipur.

Day 06: Jaipur – Ranthambhore
Breakfast will be at hotel.

Transfer to SAWAI MADHOPUR.

Overnight will be at resort.

Day 07: Ranthambhore
A full day game viewing inside the jungle. (Two safaris)

Overnight at the resort.

Day 08: Ranthambhore – Bharatpur
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Bharatpur.

Return to the lodge in the evening and relax.

Overnight will be at Bharatpur.

Day 09: Bharatpur – Agra
Early morning RICKSHAW RIDE at the Bird Park.

Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Agra.

Day 10: Jabalpur – Kanha
Reach Jabalpur and you would be transferred to Kanha.

Reach before lunch and proceed for an afternoon GAME DRIVE to view TIGERS.

Overnight at the Kanha Resort.

Day 11: Kanha
A full day game viewing inside the jungle. (Two safaris)

Overnight at the resort.

Day 12: Kanha – Jabalpur – Delhi
Proceed for the morning Game Drive into the forest. Proceed to Jabalpur and board train for overnight journey to Delhi.

Overnight will be on train.

Day 13: Delhi
Arrive in the morning. Check in at hotel and freshen up. Proceed for a full day tour of Old & New Delhi.

Transfer to airport for connecting flight home.