Rajasthan Package

A delightful tour encompassing awe inspiring For ts and delicate ethereal Temples. Languid lakes and dry unyielding desert. Meet the local farmers, watch skilful ar tisans at work and marvel at the immense wealth and majesty of the fabled Maharajas. Such are the sights of Hidden Rajasthan a blaze of joyous colour and stark arid expanses

DAY 1 . To Delhi
Assistance on arrival at the international airport and transferred to the hotel for an overnight stay.

DAY 2 . Arrive Delhi
Late morning star t for sightseeing of Old and New Delhi including Humayan’s Tomb, The Red Fort and Qutab Minar.

DAY 3 . To Agra
Early morning train to Agra. After checking into the Hotel, morning sightseeing tour of Agra visiting Agra Fort, the creation of the fabled Moghul Emperors, the Itmad-ud-Daulah, the magnificent mausoleum of the father of Empress Noor Jehan, and the compellingly beautiful Taj Mahal. To end the day another visit at sunset to linger at this monument of love.

DAY 4 . To Jaipur
Morning drive to Jaipur visiting enroute Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted capital city of Akbar, the greatest of the Moghul Emperors. (Optional halt at the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary). Stay at heritage hotel for two nights.

DAY 5 . Jaipur
Morning excursion to Amber Fort winding up the steep hillside on a stately elephant. Afternoon sightseeing of Jaipur visiting the delightful Palace of Winds, City Palace Complex, Observatory and the colourful bazaars. Optional evening visit to Choki Dhani for a traditional Rajasthani meal.

DAY 6 . To Kishangarh
Morning drive to Kishangarh. Rest of the day at leisure to explore the delightful Palace beside a small lake, with the grand old Fort rising up behind. Overnight at Palace hotel.

DAY 7 . To Kota via Bundi
Morning drive to Kota via Bundi with its brooding Taragarh Fort, and the Palace nestling in its shadow, harboring the famous Bundi murals. Stay at heritage hotel in Kota.

DAY 8 . To Chittorgarh
Early sightseeing tour of Kota, including the City Palace, Fort and Museum - one of the best in Rajasthan. Next drive to Chittorgarh with a visit to the wildly romantic Fort complex, a testimony to the ideals of Rajput chivalry. Stay at Castle.

DAY 9 . To Udaipur
Morning drive to Udaipur. Afternoon sightseeing including the City Palace Complex built in 1725, and Garden of The Maids of Honour (once a Ladies haven, it is still closed to men on cer tain days of the year). Sunset boat ride on Lake Pichola. Stay at the heritage hotel for two nights.

DAY 10 . Udaipur
Full day excursion to the Jain Temples of Ranakpur and the Fort at Kumbhalgarh. High on a ridge in the Aravalli Hills, its walls, some 36 km long are purported to be the second longest in the world Throughout its long illustrious history the for t has only been breached once, and has been a sanctuary for the Mewer Rulers for generations. In complete contrast the ethereal simplicity of the Jain temples at Ranakpur, with 1,444 superbly carved marble pillars, is a sanctuary of peace and tranquility.

DAY 11 . To Dungarpur
Morning drive to Dungarpur, with a visit to Juna Mahal, an old deserted palace with the afternoon at leisure. Overnight at Palace Hotel.

DAY 12 . To Mt Abu
Bright start with drive to Mt Abu staying at the Palace Hotel for two nights. Afternoon visit to the lovely ‘Sunset Point’, watching the last of the suns rays transform the colours of the land.

DAY 13 . Mt Abu
Morning tour to Dilwara Jain Temples, where the exquisite carvings have reached incredible heights of beauty. Don’t miss the delightful House of Elephants or, in the Tejpal Temple where, some of the delicate marble carvings are almost transparent.

DAY 14 . To Jodhpur
Early morning star t for the long drive to Jodhpur, staying at the heritage hotel.

DAY 15 . To Jaisalmer
Early visit to the Meherangarh Fort built in 1459 - look out for the lovely Pearl and Flower Palaces. Then drive to Jaisalmer staying for two nights at heritage hotel.

DAY 16 . Jaisalmer
The Golden City, glowing soft ochre, is magical to behold, as the sun sets on the massive for t, its shadow dominating the barren desert land. Apart from the imposing for t, magnificent Havelis and spiraling cenotaphs make any visit to Jaisalmer a fascinating experience.

DAY 17 . To Khimsar
Morning drive to Khimsar staying at the Khimsar Castle. Afternoon ‘Jeep Safari’ to see rural people and village ar tisans, and perhaps glimpse the shy creatures of the desert.

DAY 18 . To Kuchaman
Drive to Kuchaman staying overnight at Kuchaman Fort at the edge of the Great Thar Desert. Relax or explore the intriguing for t complex.

DAY 19 . To Samode
Depart to Samode staying overnight at the Samode Palace Hotel and explore the palace resplendently bedecked with wall paintings and intricate mirror inlays.

DAY 20 . To Neemrana
Lazy morning exploring the Palace and Village - frescoed walls, intricate paintings, all reflecting the supreme skill of the craftsmen. Then drive to Neemrana, staying at Neemrana Fort Palace.

DAY 21 . Evening to Delhi
A day to explore and relax in the fascinating 15th C Fort. The Fort, perched high on a plateau is layered like a jeweled cake - tier upon tier with glorious views from the myriad of balconies. Leave in the late evening for the Delhi International Airport connecting to London on British Airways.

DAY 22 . Departur

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