General
Rajasthan is a northern Indian state bordering Pakistan. Its palaces and forts are reminders of the many kingdoms that historically vied for the region. In its capital, Jaipur, are the 18th-century City Palace and Hawa Mahal, a former cloister for royal women, fronted by a 5-story sandstone screen. Amer Fort, atop a nearby hill, was built by a Rajput prince in the 1600s.
Rajasthan 8 Days 9 Nights
Day 01: Jaipur pick up – Jaipur
Pick up from Jaipur Rly Stn. / Airport. Transfer to hotel and check in. Afternoon tour of Jaipur . Jaipur – the capital of Rajasthan was given a colour coat of pink a century ago in honour of a visiting Prince and ever since, it has retained this colour . Built by Maharaja Jai Singh, the notable astronomer, this city is 260 years old. Visit Sisodiya Rani Temple, Laxmi Narayan Temple. . Evening free and optional visit to ChokhiDhani resort (Dinner Chargeable Extra on own)- built in ethnical rajsthani style and specially in the evening they organize lot of activities like, camel ride, Puppet show, Snake charmer and handloom cloths etc. alongwith specialized Rajasthani /continental Dinner as well. Overnight Jaipur.
Day 02: Jaipur
Morning visit Amber Fort with an Elephant ride( at extra cost subject to availability) till the main entrance of the fort. Amber Fort was the ancient capital of the State. After photo stop at JalMahal, Visit Maharaja’s City Palace, the Observatory Visit the Sheesh Mahal or the Hall of Victory glittering with mirrors. Evening free for shopping on own. Return to hotel for the overnight stay.
Day 03: Jaipur – Bikaner
Morning check out & drive to Bikaner. On arrival check in at hotel. Proceed for sightseeing tour of Bikaner.RaoBikaji, visit the Junagarh Fort, constructed between 1588 and 1593 by Raja Jai Singh, a general in theMoghul Emperor Akbar’s army. The city is also called the “Camel Country”. Visit the camel-breeding farm – the only one in Asia. Also visit theKarni Mata Temple.
BIKANER – Founded in 1488 by a Rathore Prince, Rao Bikaji , a descendant of the founder of Jodhpur, Rao Jodhaji , Bikaner has a glorious past to tell. Situated in the north of Rajasthan, the walled city of Bikaner is famous for its sky touching forts, camel safaris, citadels and the well-known camel festival. Overnight at Bikaner hotel
Day 04: Bikaner – Jaisalmer
Morning check out and proceed to Jaisalmer, the golden city of Rajasthan. In the late afternoon check in at hotel. Proceed to Sam for Camel Ride. Return back to hotel. Stay Overnight at Jaisalmer.
Note:- Tents are closed from Mar to Sep. Only Camel ride is available at an additional cost payable directly.
Day 05: Jaisalmer
After breakfast check out from Tent(if stay taken). Proceed for sightseeing tour of The Golden City – Jaisalmer. Visit the 12th century magnificent fort at Jaisalmer (This is the highlight of the tour). Also visit the beautifully and magnificently carved Havelis of Salim Singh ki Haveli and Patwonki Haveli and Gandhi Sagar Tank, followed by a visit to the Barabagh Hill. Return back to hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 06: Jaisalmer – Jodhpur – Local Sightseeing
After Breakfast & check out from hotel & drive to Jodhpur. Arrive Jodhpur and check in at hotel. In Afternoon proceed for local city sight seeing tour. Jodhpur, 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 MotiMahal and PhoolMahal. Also visit JaswantThada, an imposing marble cenotaph, built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant singh II around 1899 and Umaid Public gardens. Return back to hotel and overnight stay.
Day 07: Jodhpur – Udaipur
After Breakfast & 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. Overnight stay at Udaipur.
Day 08: Udaipur
Breakfast at hotel. Morning city sight seeing tour. Built in 1559 A.D. by Maharaja Udai Singh, the city has been described as the most romantic spot on the continent of India by Col. James Todd. The places of interest include City Palace which has several carved balconies, arches and decorated pillars, ZenanaMahal, Fateh Prakash, Durbar Hall and ShambhuNiwas. Also visit Jagdish temple, Sahelion-ki-Bari (queen’s resort for the friends). Evening Motor launch cruise(Cruise not included) on the placid waters of Lake Pichola. Overnight stay.
Day 09: Udaipur – Jaipur Airport Drop
Breakfast at hotel. Check out from hotel and drive back to Jaipur. Drop at Jaipur Airport / Rly Stn for onward Journey.