Forts & Palaces of Rajasthan with Taj & Leopards

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Duration

15 days

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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TOUR

Tour of Old & New Delhi
Rickshaw Ride Tour in Old Delhi
Taj Mahal Tour at Sunrise
Tuktuk Ride to Mehtab Bagh
9^th Century Stepwell tour
Lunch at farm stay
Jeep Ride at Amer Fort
Visit of Royal City Palace
Camel ride at Sam Sand Dunes
Dinner at Sand Dunes
Boat ride in Lake Pichola
Bishnoi Village safari

Day 01: Arrival in Delhi

Your flight will land at Indira Gandhi International Airport and our Company Representative will meet you in the Arrival Longue and after warm welcome you will transfer to the hotel. Rest of your time is at leisure.

Day 02: Delhi: A City of Colour (B)

Wheels up after breakfast for the sightseeing of old Delhi & New Delhi. Drive past tour of Jama mosque of Delhi and rickshaw ride in middle of color full markets of chandini chowk & Khari Baoli spice market. Visit Red fort from inside and afterwards short tour of Rajghat, memorial of Mahatama Gandhi. Visit Lotus Temple (Baha’i house of worship) and en route to hotel visit Tomb of Humanyun’s & its complex. Return to hotel.

Day 03: Journey to Agra: A City of Love (B)

Checkout from hotel after breakfast and drive to Agra for 02 nights stay. Later afternoon visit Baby Taj mahal or Tomb of Itimadualla. This building was built (in between 1622-1628), by Noorjahan, daughter in memory of her parents. Tomb of itimaddaulla was one of the early Mughal buildings which were built in pure white marble along with the use of colourful stone. Baby Taj Mahal is designed on the concept of char Bagh garden. Later visit the Mehtab Bagh (Moonlight Garden) on the other side of taj mahal and it is a good place to enjoy the full view of taj mahal from river side during the sunset visit. Return to hotel.

Day 04: Romance in Agra City (B)

Early morning visit of Taj Mahal and its complex. Taj Mahal was completed in 1631 -1653 and 20000 people worked continuously. Emperor Shahjahan built Taj Mahal to his 3^rd wife Mumtaz Mahal, died in 1631. Visit Echo or Guest House and the mosque in the same complex. You can visit the main dome of Taj Mahal to see the replicas of the graves of Emperor Shahjahan & his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Return to hotel for breakfast. Afterwards visit Agra Fort & its palaces, visit Akbari mahal, Hall of Public & Private Audiences, Zanana Apartment s, Harem, Hamams and Mussaman Burj, where Emperor Shahjahan dies in 1666 and his daughter Jahanara arrange a funeral and buried him in Taj mahal, next to his wife. Rest of your time is at leisure or visit marble inlay workshop to see the dying art of Pietra duara. Return to hotel (Taj Mahal is Closed on Every Fridays)

Day 05:- Drive to Jaipur via Abhaneri Stepwell (B)

Breakfast at the hotel and depart for Jaipur. En route visit Chand Baoli (Stepwell) & Temple of Harshad Mata. It is believed that Chand Baoli is near about 1000 years old and it was built by the Queen’s money to help ladies to collect drinking water. It is stunning with 3500 steps and it used to work as a summer place for the Queen. Drive to Jaipur and check in the hotel.

Day 06: Jaipur: City of Sawai Jai Singh II (B)

Wheels up after breakfast and photo stop at Hawa Mahal (Palaces of Wind) , built in 1799 with near about 953 windows with decorated stain glasses, a gift from Maharajah Pratap Singh II to his Royal Harem. Visit Amber Fort & Palaces, a majestic fort built in 16^th century by Maharaja Man Singh ii and extended by Maharaja Jai Singh. Visit the hall of public audience, offices of the court, suhag temple, hall of mirrors, king’s and queen’s apartments and other palaces. Afterward, quick photo stop at Jal Mahal or water palace, built in the middle of the manmade lake in 18^th century. Visit City Palace complex with stunning galleries in it. This city palace still houses the former royal family of Jaipur. Visit Sabha Niwas, Sarvatobhadra, Painting Gallery, Mubarak Mahal. Later on visit the Observatory or Jantar mantra, built in 1727 at the time of city of Jaipur. Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh ii built 5 observatories during his time and Jaipur one is still in working condition. Enjoy your shopping here in Jaipur. Jaipur is famous for Silk & camel wool carpet, gems and precious gems stone, hand & print dye work, blue pottery and the colorful local markets.

Day 07:- Jaipur to Gajner (Bikaner) (B)

Breakfast at hotel and depart for Gajner (Bikaner). En route visit Junagarh Fort & Short Tuktuk ride of Old city of Bikaner. Drive to Gajner for overnight. Meal Included:-Breakfast only Hotel: – Gajner Palace Room Type:-Deluxe

Day 08:- Bikaner to Jaisalmer (B)

Delicious buffet breakfast at hotel and drive to Jaisalmer, the Thar Desert city. On arrival check in hotel.

Day 09 :- Jaisalmer(B&D)

Wheels up after breakfast and visit Gadisar Lake, a used to drinking water reservoir for the people of Jaisalmer. En route to fort quick photo stop at Salim Singh ki haveli and visit the most decorated brocade merchant’s Patwon ki haveli. Visit Jaisalmer Fort and its palaces. This fort is only of the few living forts in India, beautifully built in yellow sandstone from 1156 AD. Later afternoon proceed for Sam sand dunes and enjoy the Thar Desert of India. Dinner with local folk dance & music on sand dunes and return to hotel in Jaisalmer

Day 10 :- Jaisalmer to Jodhpur(B)

Breakfast at hotel and depart for Jodhpur. On arrival visit Meharangarh fort. It is also called Jodhpur fort because it was built at the time of Rao Jodha in 1459 & was extended by other kings. Visit Shrangar chowk, Coronation seat, Elephant howdah & Palanquin section. Afterwards visit Flower palace, & Pearl palace. En route to hotel, visit Jaswant Thada, memorial for the former royal family of Jodhpur. People calling it taj mahal of Marwar (Jodhpur used to be called Marwar) because this memorial is built in pure white marble. Visit memorial from inside (people are not allowed with shoes in the inner chamber so please remove shoes outside).

Day 11: Jodhpur to Jawai (B)

Wake up early morning and proceed for the morning heritage walk of old walled blue city of Jodhpur. Return to the hotel for breakfast and drive to Jawai, habitat for leopards in Rajasthan. On arrival check in hotel. Afterward, proceed for the leopard safari in 4x4 jeeps along with the naturalist. Jawai is a natural habitat for leopards because of hills and rocks, where leopards would love to hide themselves.

Day12:- Jawai to Udaipur (B)

Breakfast at hotel and proceed for morning game drive. Along with leopard you will see the spotted deers, different species of birds, lush green fields. Return to hotel and checkout & drive to Udaipur. On arrival check in hotel and rest of your time is at leisure.

Day 13: Udaipur (B)

Post breakfast proceed for the sightseeing of Udaipur City. Visit the very famous Jagdish Temple and City Palace of Udaipur (Abode of former Royal Family of Udaipur) and later proceed for the Boat Ride in Lake Pichola. Visit the Vintage Car Museum and drive to Sahelion ki Bari (Maiden’s Garden) and drive past tour of Fateh Sagar Lake and back to hotel.

Day 14 :Fly from Udaipur to Delhi(B)

Breakfast and check out from hotel and drive to Airport for the Flight for New Delhi. On arrival you will meet with our representative and transfer to hotel. Rest of your time is at leisure. Meal Included:-Breakfast only Hotel: – Trident Gurgoan Room Type: -Deluxe

Day 15:- Departure for Home (B)

Breakfast at hotel and our Representative will pick you up and will assist you at Airport to onboard on Flight for onward destination. Meal Included:-Breakfast only

Key:-

B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D – Dinner
(Standard check-in time is 1400 hrs and check-out time is 12:00 pm. Early check-in is subject to availability).

No Tiger Safaris on Every Wednesday.

Taj mahal is closed on every Friday.

Transportation:-

01-02 Pax :- Sedan Car ( Dezire / Etios)

03-06 Pax :- Crysta Car

07-12 Pax : Tempo Traveler / Mini Bus

Accommodation

Oberoi Maiden , Delhi

Established in 1903 as one of the first hotels of Delhi and recognized as a Heritage hotel in 1994 . One of the oldest hotel in Delhi with 55 rooms and suits , spacious rooms with high ceiling and with modern amenities. outdoor pool , Curzon Bar & Indore & outdoor restaurant.

Trident Agra

Trident is a low rise hotel with modern facilities , outdoor pool , Bar & Indoor and Outdoor Restaurants , with Spa & Health facilities.

Trident Jaipur

Trident Hotel Jaipur is situated enroute to Amber fort with great views of Mansagar lake, outdoor pool , spacious room with balcony and garden view .

Hrh Gajner Palace, Bikaner

Old Maharaja Palace , converted into a heritage hotel in 1976 , approx. 30 km far from Bikaner City , spread out in 6000 acres , 45 rooms with all modern facilities , lake view and exclusive restaurant with bird watching view.

The Gulaal Hotel , Jaisalmer

A Grand luxury boutique hotel with haveli architecture of Jaisalmer , with more then 10 rooms , deluxe & suites . hotel is adorned with traditional furniture and typical Rajasthani textiles . Roof top restaurants offers a great view of Jaisalmer fort and it specialize in Indian Rajasthani cuisines along with international cuisines

Hotel welcome by ITC , jodhpur

this 98-key Hotel offers a range of accommodation options including elegantly appointed rooms and villas with bespoke services and facilities to make your stay more comfortable, spacious and splendid.

WelcomHeritage Cheetahgarh Resort & Spa, Jawai

A luxury resort spread across 20 acres of indigenous wildland and a home for the leopards . A huge Tranquil lake with native crocodiles and migratory and local birds. Spacious rooms with view , outdoor pool and Spa & wellness facilities.

Trident Udaipur

One of the most beautiful hotels with approx. 43 acres of areas on the banks of lake pichola. With international standard of restaurants, wellness & spa facilities along with outdoor pool . lush green garden with lake view.

The Claridges , New Delhi

Centrally located in New Delhi with more then 3 acres areas , offer rooms and suites that combines spaciousness and elegance with contemporary amenities . 7 restaurants , Bar , Swimming Pool.

Welcome and departure assistance.24×7 Hours Customer Care Services available for Guests.
15 Nights’ Accommodation on Twin Sharing basis in base category rooms with Bed and Breakfast.
One time Monument Entry Fee for the all mentioned Monuments in itinerary.
Tour of Khichan for Demoiselle cranes (migrating bird’s arrival in winters) –subject to availability
Rickshaw Ride in Old Delhi.
Jeep ride in Jaipur
Excursion of Abhaneri Stepwell.
Boat ride in lake Pichola, Udaipur
Exclusive dinner at sand dunes In Jaisalmer
Camel safari in Sam sand dunes.
02 jungle safari (4x4 Gypsy) per person in Jawai leopard area
02 Bottles of water per person per day
All kind of government taxes, tolls and parking
Internal flight from Udaipur to Delhi in Economy Class.

Indian Visa Fee
International flight tickets into and out of Delhi.
Personal expenses (travel insurance, drink, laundry, camera and video fee )
Tips for tour managers/ local guides/drivers are not included in it.
Any additional meals other than those mentioned in the ‘inclusive’ column
Travel insurance
Any expenses of a personal nature (e.g., drinks, laundry, telephone calls, mini bar, postage, etc.)
Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, political disturbances etc
Any item not specifically mentioned in the inclusions column