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Day 01: Jaipur - Jodhpur
Company representatives will receive you on
arrival at the DELHI AIRPORT and transfer to your
hotel.
DELHI, the capital of kingdoms and empires is now
a sprawling metropolis with a fascinating blend of
the past and the present. It is a perfect
introduction to the composite culture of an
ancient land. A window to the kaleidoscope - that
is India.
Overnight will be at Delhi.
Day 02: Delhi
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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
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.
TAJ MAHAL:Little needs to be said about this
architectural wonder which is always the soul
raison-de-etre for every tourist's visit to Agra.
Built by Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble
memorial to his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. This
monument took 22 years to be completed and was
designed, and planned by Persian architect Ustad
Isa. Apart from it's stunning design balance and
perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted
particularly for its elegant domes, intricately
carved screens and some of the best inlay work
ever seen.
Proceed for sightseeing to the AGRA FORT - Built
by the famed Mughal emperor Akbar in 1565 AD, the
fort is predominantly of red sandstone. Ensconced
within is the picture perfect Pearl Mosque, which
is a major tourist attraction.
Visit Itmadullah's Tomb built by Empress NOOR
JEHAN in memory of her father (The interiors of
which are considered better than the Taj).
Relax in the evening. Overnight will be at Agra.
Day 04: Agra - Jaipur
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. Jaipur today,
epitomizes the spirit of Rajputana. In-spite of
growing into a bustling metropolis, it still
retains it's character and history - A beautiful
fusion of the yesteryears and modernity. Popularly
known as the Pink City because of the extensive
use of the locally abundant pink plastered stone,
painted so in honor of the visit of the royal
consort of Queen Victoria. Jaipur thrills the soul
with its massive forts, magnificent palaces,
exquisite temples and lush gardens.
Overnight will be at Jaipur.
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.
JANTAR MANTAR - This is the largest and the best
preserved of the five observatories built by Jai
Singh II in different parts of the country. This
observatory consisting of outsized astronomical
instruments is still in use.
HAWA MAHAL - The ornamental facade of this "Palace
of Winds" is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. Its
five-storey structure of sandstone plastered pink
encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate
balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows.
Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a
royal grandstand for the palace women.
Shopping in the evening or relax. Overnight will
be at Jaipur.
Day 06: Jaipur - Jodhpur
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
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
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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.
PUSHKAR - Amongst the grandeur of Rajasthan,
discover a unique gem - Pushkar. Lord Brahma - The
creator of the world in a search for his abode on
earth, performed the supremely spiritual VEDIC
YAGNA at Pushkar. It is thus the site of the only
Brahma Temple in the world. Blessed with cultural
blends, it is the venue for the famous Pushkar
Fair, with people coming from all over Asia to buy
and sell cattle of breeds from across the world.
The consecrated mausoleum of Khawaja Moinuddin
Chisti at Ajmer attracts pilgrims from all over
the world. A city of Pilgrimage from time
immemorial with over 500 temples and Ghats Pushkar
begets a legacy of timeless architectural
heritage. Pushkar radiates an ambience of peace
and spirituality that casts a lure to visit again
and again. The Pushkar fair is amongst the largest
cattle fairs in the world and amongst the oldest
cities in India, with references in mythology and
the Mahabharat. There are 52 bathing Ghats, which
are linked to the lunar calendar, enclose the
lake. Each Ghat has its own miraculous qualities
and powers of healing and this city of temples has
over 500 temples built over different eras with
varied architectural styles. The rose garden of
Rajasthan - the essence of the famous Pushkar rose
is exported the world over.
Overnight at PUSHKAR.
Day 10: Pushkar - Kishangrah - Delhi
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.
Around the fort of Kishangarh is the moat and
garden - on which "Phool Mahal" was built in AD
1870 and was the Palace of the flowers for the
Maharaja's of Kishangarh A private residence of
the Royal Family of Kishangarh opens for the
discerning traveler. The Palace has lovely views
of centuries old "Gundalao Lake" - where herons
fly and peacocks strut in fanned delight. The lake
water beneath the graceful Palace is a paradise to
flamingoes, pelicans, wild duck and the SARUS
CRANE.
Start for Delhi and reach by evening. Transfer for
connecting flight home from the international
airport.
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