Tour Details
Destinations: Delhi - Agra - Ranthambhore - Jaipur - Pushkar - Udaipur - Mt Abu - Jodhpur - Jaisalmer - Bikaner - Mandawa - Delhi
Tour Durations: (18 nights / 19 days)
The amazing Rajasthan tour is all about a scenic and enthralling travel through the rich cultural heritage of the state and the enchanting monuments, sculptures, forts, palaces and everything that makes Rajasthan the most desiring tourist destination in India.
Day 01: Arrival in Delhi
Upon your arrival at the airport or train station you will be transferred to your hotel to relax and refresh.
Day 02: City Tour of Delhi
Visit some of the beautiful cultural highlights of the city. These may include the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, Humayun's Tomb, Lotus Temple, Qutb Minar, India Gate, President House and Lakshmi Narayan Temple.
Stay overnight in Delhi.
Day 03: Delhi - Agra (4-5 hrs drive)
After breakfast drive to Agra, on arrival transfer to hotel. Later proceed for city sight seeing tour visiting the world famous Taj Mahal, one of the most splendid pieces of architecture in the world. It was built by the 5th Mogul emperor of India, Shah Jahan, as a mausoleum to his beloved wife Ar-ju-mand Banu Begum, a Muslim Persian princess better known by her other name, Mumtaz Mahal, which means, the Distinguished of the Palace. Also visit Agra Fort, containing the Pearl Mosque - the rusty and majestic red- sandstone fort of Agra stands on the banks of the river Yamuna and the construction was started by Emperor Akbar in 1566. At the Diwan-I-Khas (hall of private audience) where marble pavilions with floral inlays lend an ethereal ambience, the Emperor sat on his gem-studded peacock Throne and met foreign ambassadors and rulers of friendly kingdoms. Also visit Itmad-up-Dau’s tomb, built by Noorjehan in memory of her father.
Stay overnight in Agra.
Day 04: Agra – Ranthambhore (5-6 hrs drive)
Morning drive to Ranthambhore, famous for its Tigers and is a delight treat for the photographers, also a wonderful place for bird watching enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri a fascinating ghost city built in the 16th century, which was the estranged capital of mughal emperor Akbar. Arrive Ranthambhore and transfer to hotel.
Stay overnight in Ranthambhore.
Day 05: Ranthambhore
Early morning 3 hrs Jungle safari in a Canter (a vehicle which is open on the top) enjoy the game viewing in the national park and back to the hotel. After lunch second visit to jungle and enjoy the game viewing.
Stay overnight in Ranthambhore.
Day 06: Ranthambhore - Jaipur (4 hrs drive)
Early morning visit the jungle in search of tiger. Later after breakfast drive to Jaipur. On arrival transfer to hotel. Evening free to explore the city.
Stay overnight in Jaipur.
Day 07: Jaipur City Tour
After breakfast proceed for full day sightseeing tour of Jaipur. Your driver can take you to see many of the famous sights including the Amber Fort, Jal Mahal (Water Palace), City Palace, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds). In the late afternoon visit the bazaars in search of jewellery, textiles and local art.
Stay overnight in Jaipur.
Day 08: Jaipur - Enroute Ajmer - Pushkar (3-4 hrs Drive)
Morning drive to Pushkar and enroute after stopping at Ajmer and Dargah reach Pushkar and check into your hotel. Pushkar is best known for its Brahma Temple built in the 14th century standing on a high platform near Pushkar Lake. This is the only temple in the world where Lord Brahma - Creator of the Universe, is worshipped. While Pushkar is a city of pilgrimage with over 500 temples and ghats, it is also famous for its annual Camel Fair, held during October/November. Visit temples and ghats and holy Pushkar Lake.
Stay overnight in Pushkar.
Day 09: Pushkar - Udaipur (5 hrs Drive)
After Breakfast and check out from hotel. Depart for Udaipur. Arrive at Udaipur and transfer to the hotel. Udaipur, 'the city of lakes' is admired for its fairy-tale palaces, lakes, temples, and gardens among many more. Evening at leisure.
Stay overnight in Udaipur.
Day 10: City Tour of Udaipur
Explore this romantic city set amongst the lakes. You can visit the Jagdish Temple, City Palace, Monsoon Palace, Pratap Memorial, Sahelion Ki Bari and the bazaar.
Stay overnight in Udaipur.
Day 11: Udaipur - Mount Abu (4-5 hrs drive)
After breakfast drive to Mt. Abu enroute visiting the Jain temples at Ranakpur, superbly preserved in a near-perfect condition for over 500 years. The most attractive features are the 29 halls of the temple, which have 1444 pillars of which no two are like. On arrival transfer to hotel.
Stay overnight in Mount Abu.
Day 12: Mount Abu
After breakfast proceed on a sightseeing tour of Mount Abu visiting the Dilwara Temple, Gurushikhar Temple, Nakki Lake and Sunset Point and enjoy the breathtaking views of the surroundings.
In the evening, take a stroll around the place and explore the beauty of nature at its best. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Stay overnight in Mount Abu.
Day 13: Mount Abu - Ranakpur - Jodhpur
After having your breakfast this morning, leave for your next destination, Jodhpur. En-route, visit the famous Jain Temple of Ranakpur. The temple is known to have 200 pillars which are uniquely carved. The temple also has 29 halls which showcase beautiful carvings and sculptures. On reaching Jodhpur, check-in to the hotel.
Stay overnight in Jodhpur.
Day 14: Jodhpur City Tour
After a relaxed breakfast proceed for full day sightseeing tour of Jodhpur. Jodhpur - the stronghold of the fierce Rathore clan, was founded in 1459 by Prince Jodha. Visit the Mehrangarh Fort, situated on a low sandstone hill. Within the fort, visit Moti Mahal and Phool Mahal. Also visit Jaswant Thada, an imposing marble cenotaph, built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant singh II around 1899 and Umaid Public gardens.
Stay overnight in Jodhpur.
Day 15: Jodhpur - Jaisalmer (5-6 hrs drive)
After breakfast we leave for our next destination, Jaisalmer. Jaisalmer is a place which is well-known for its rich culture and ethnicity. On reaching Jaisalmer, check-in to the hotel.
Stay overnight in Jaisalmer.
Day 16: Jaisalmer City Tour
After breakfast sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer famous for its yellow stone temples, forts and palaces. Visit the magnificient fort, the Patwon Ki Haveli ( Mansion) and Salim singh Ki Haveli, with their carved balconies and brackets which are supreme examples of the art.
Later, you can go for camel cart ride at Sand Dunes and enjoy the view from the Sunset Point. You can also take the camel safari and explore the life of the desert. Return to the hotel for dinner.
Stay overnight in Jaisalmer.
Day 17: Jaisalmer - Bikaner (6 hrs drive)
Morning drive to Bikaner. On arrival transfer to the hotel. Later proceed to city sightseeing tour. Bikaner is named after its founder Rao Bikaji in 1488. But long before this, the city was trade center on the caravan routes from Africa and West Asia. Bikaner’s dominant features are rippling sands and abundant sunshine. The city stands on an elevation, enclosed by a 7 Kms wall, which can be entered from 5 gate. Bikaner City is bolstered by imposing walls and has a 16th century fort housing old palaces, temples and 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. Also visit Lallgarh Palace, the museum, Bhanda Sagar Jain and Deshnoke Rat temple.
Stay overnight in Bikaner.
Day 18: Bikaner - Mandawa (4-5 hrs drive)
Morning drive to Mandawa, on arrival transfer to the hotel. Later visit Mandawa, founded 1755 by Thakur Nawal Singh and still the home of his descendants, has beautiful frescoes, havelis and mansions. Mandawa castle one of the finest castles of Rajasthan, is now a hotel and house of collection of armories, costumes of ancestors, canons from 1820 ancient coins, numismatic collection and many other interesting items, preserved in a museum.
Stay overnight in Mandawa.
Day 19: Mandawa - New Delhi (3-4 hrs drive)
Morning drive to Delhi and transfer to airport for onward journey.