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Rajasthan Historical Tour
14 Days / 13 Nights
Delhi - Shekhawati - Bikaner -
Osian - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Ranakpur Udaipur - Samode -
Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra -
Delhi |
Rajasthan
Historical Tour :: Day 01: Arrival in Delhi
Around midnight arrival in Delhi. The cosmopolitan City and capital
New Delhi is the main gateway for travelers. Upon arrival, you will be
met by our representative and transferred to the Hotel.
Rajasthan Historical Tour :: Day 02: Delhi
Morning at leisure. In the afternoon have sightseeing in Old Delhi &
take a Rickshaw Ride parallel to the Red Fort through the old city and
famous Silk Road and Silver Bazaar. Sightseeing of Old Delhi includes
"Rajghat", the site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated and Jama Masjid,
the great mosque of old Delhi. Today also visit the famous "Humayun
Tomb" and "Qutub Minar". "Qutub Minar" is 71 meter high and consists
of five stories. In 1199 work began on this tower which was intended
to be the most glorious tower of victory in the world. This tower was
damaged twice and repaired in 1326 and 1368. Before you proceed to the
Hotel drive through the embassy area in New Delhi where you visit the
India Gate and see some impressive Government Buildings.
Rajasthan Historical Tour :: Day 03. Delhi -
Shekhawati (about 270 km)
After breakfast in the Hotel, we drive to Shekhawati region. Arrival
in Shekhawati in the late evening.
Rajasthan Historical Tour :: Day 04.
Shekhawati - Bikaner (about 190 km)
In the morning we visit the grand havellis of the Shekhawati area.
Shekhawati is a region of NE of Rajasthan and is the After the visit
of Shekhawati area we proceed to Bikaner. After a short break in
Bikaner we visit the Junagarh Fort (1571-1611 AD) constructed of red
sandstone and marble with kiosks and balconies embellishing the
structure at intervals. This imposing Fort and its palaces are an
unforgettable experience for us.
Rajasthan Historical Tour :: Day 05. Bikaner
- Osian - Jaisalmer (about 330 km)
Today we drive through the desert and proceed for Jaisalmer via
Osian.Osian is a great centre of Hindu and Jain religions. The oldest
Temple here was constructed in 1178 AD.We arrive in Jaisalmer in the
late evening.
Rajasthan Historical Tour :: Day 06.
Jaisalmer
Sightseeing of the medieval city of Jaisalmer. Jaisalmer's crenellated
golden sandstone walls and its narrow streets lined with exquisitely
carved buildings makes this city unique. Jaisalmer is famous for its
carved havellis (grand mensions). In medieval times, its prosperity
was due to its location on the main trade route linking India to
Egypt, Arabia, Africa and the West. Jaisalmer is a marvel of beautiful
culture and this city remains one of the most exotic city not only in
Rajasthan but in the whole of India. Some of the visitors called this
city "a living museum".We have a walk through the old city and visit
the Fort and the Jain temple.In the afternoon we drive around 40 km.
away from Jaisalmer to sam dunes where we enjoy the sunset before we
drive back to Jaisalmer.
Rajasthan Historical Tour :: Day 07.
Jaisalmer - Jodhpur (about 290 km)
Early morning drive to Jodhpur.The city was once the capital of the
princely state of Marwar (Land of death). Jodhpur is also known as the
blue city as most of the houses of the old city are painted blue. We
will visit the Mehrangarh Fort (majestic fort). Mehrangarh Fort was
built on a steep hill and is among the best in India with exquisitely
latticed windows in residential apartments within. We also visit the
Jaswant Thada, a royal cenotaph built in white marble. After the
sightseeing we have a walk through the Bazaars of Jodhpur.
Rajasthan Historical Tour :: Day 08. Jodhpur
- Ranakpur - Udaipur (about 260 km)
Today we drive to Udaipur. Enroute we will visit Ranakpur.Ranakpur is
known for its superbly carved marble Jain Temples. An enormous
basement of this temple covers 48,000 sq. feet. There are four
subsidiary shrines, twenty four pillared halls. The total number of
columns is 1,444, all of which are intricately carved, no two being
alike. The Ranakpur Jain Temples were built during the 15th century.We
have a break in Ranakpur before proceeding further for Udaipur.
Udaipur is called the romantic city of Rajasthan. A city built around
shimmering, clear, blue water lakes which reflect the green hills of
the Aravali ranges.
Rajasthan Historical Tour :: Day 09. Udaipur
Today we visit Udaipur. We start our sightseeing with the visit of
Sahelion-Ki-Bari. After the visit of Garden of Maids we visit a Museum
of folk art. This museum has a rich collection of Folk dresses,
ornaments, puppets, masks, dolls, folk musical instruments and
paintings on display. After a break we proceed to city palace, the
biggest Palace in India, The museum of the palace includes the
beautiful peacock mosaic and miniature wall paintings of Indian
mythology. In the evening we have a Boat ride on the lake Pichola.The
famous Lake Palace of Udaipur was the summer residence of the former
rulers. The James bond Film Octopussy was shot here and made this
palace more known in the west.
Rajasthan Historical Tour :: Day 10. Udaipur
- Samode (about 450 km)
Today we drive to Samode. Samode is famous for its palace where we
have an overnight stay. We enjoy the stay in the Samode Palace and
visit the wonderful Darbar Hall (Audience hall) and other parts of the
palace of Maharaja which are decorated beautifully with the miniature
paintings. On special occasions this wonderful 400 years old Palace of
Samode is decorated and fulfilled with traditional dance and music.
Rajasthan Historical Tour :: Day 11. Samode -
Jaipur (about 40 km)
Today we drive to the Pink City Jaipur. Jaipur is the capital of
Rajasthan and famous for its handicrafts and precious and semiprecious
stones. After a break in Jaipur we visit the city palace in the
afternoon which is still the formal residence of the royal family,
built in a blend of the Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. In the
museum of the city palace we visit the private collection of the
Jaipur Mahrajas. We continue to Jantar Mantar, a stone observatory,
the largest of Jai Singh's five remarkable observatories.
Rajasthan Historical Tour :: Day 12. Jaipur
After breakfast we drive to the ancient capital of Amber, laying 11
km. away from Jaipur. Amber was the ancient capital of Kachhawaha
dynasty for 6 centuries. We will ascend to the Palace Fortress on the
back of an Elephant. Enroute to Amber we will visit the Hawa Mahal
(Palace of the Winds), built in 1799 AD, it contains 953 small
casements with each having its own balcony. The windows enabled cool
air to circulate and the ladies to watch processions below without
being seen.In the afternoon we have a walk through the colourful
Bazaar of Jaipur and visit a factory to see the famous block printing
work being done since centuries in Jaipur.In the evening we drive
through the new city of Jaipur and visit "Laxmi Narayan Mandir", a
Hindu temple made out of white marble. Today we have dinner with a
presentation of Indian music and dance.
Rajasthan Historical Tour :: Day 13. Jaipur -
Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (about 260 km)
Today we leave Rajasthan, Drive to Agra,Enroute we make a stop and
visit Fatehpur Sikri,This wonderful city constructed by red sand
stones was abandoned as abruptly as it had been built. It has been
generally stated that it was due to failing in the water supply.
Afternoon arrival in Agra. After a short break in the Hotel, visit the
Agra Fort, built by three of the greatest Mughal emperors. After the
visit of Agra Fort Back to Hotel.
Rajasthan Historical Tour :: Day 14. Agra -
Delhi
Early Morning visit the most beautiful monument of India, the Taj
Mahal, an enduring monument to love, with a continually fulfilling
beauty. It was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1631-52,
as a tomb and memorial to his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal (Jewel of the
Palace), who died at the age of 39 giving birth to her 14th child. We
spend enough time at Taj Mahal to take this impressive memory home.
After the visit of Taj Mahal we have a look at the famous fine marble
inlay work which is still being done in Agra by the descendants of the
families of builders and artists of the Taj Mahal. Afternoon drive to
Delhi.
Around midnight flight to home destination. At the time of departure
our driver & representative will drop you at International Airport.
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