Royal Rajasthan

Royal Rajasthan

18 Day, 17 Night

Rajasthan is situated in the north-western part of India, referred to as the Desert Jewel of India. A vibrant, exotic state where tradition and royal glory meet in a riot of colors against the vast backdrop of sand and desert. The magic of Rajasthan is unequalled in the world for its heritage, culture, safaris, sand dunes and lush green forests with its wildlife. Delhi - Samode - Mandawa - Bikaner - Jaisalmer - Rohet - Udaipur - Deogarh - Pushkar - Jaipur - Neemrana – Delhi

Plans

Arrival at Delhi IGI airport & transferred to hotel. If time permit proceed for a half day local city tour OR free for own activities. Overnight at hotel.

Morning after breakfast, proceed for a full day sightseeing of Old & New Delhi including visit to Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk& Raj Ghat - the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi. Afternoon sightseeing of Humayun's Tomb, Qutab Minar, Lotus Temple, Birla Temple, India Gate & Rashtrapati Bhawan. Overnight at hotel.

Morning after breakfast drive to Samode, on arrival check into Samode Palace, one of India's most charming and romantic hotels and awarded as the Best Heritage Hotel in the country for 5 consecutive years. The Palace has been meticulously restored offering a retreat into an aesthetically beautiful environment where visitors can enjoy India's natural beauty and rich history. Overnight at palace.

Morning after breakfast drive to Mandawa, a small beautiful town, situated in the heart of the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan. Afternoon city tour of Mandawa including visit to Aath Haveli complex, Anandilal Poddar haveli, Bansidhar Bhagat haveli & Chokhani haveli. Enjoy dinner with Rajasthani fire dancer& Overnight.

Morning after breakfast drive to Bikaner – the camel capital of the country. On arrival check into hotel & later proceed for city tour including visit to Junagarh Fort, Deshnok's Karni Mata Temple and a camel breeding farm - the only one of its kind in Asia. Overnight in hotel.

Morning after breakfast drive to Jaisalmer, the desert city of India. On arrival check into hotel. Rest of the day relax / free for own activities. Overnight at hotel.

Morning after breakfasts proceed for local city tour including visit to Jaisalmer Fort, Gaddisagar Lake etc. Evening visit to Sam sand dunes to take a short camel ride to witness the incredible sunset over vast stretches of sand. Overnight in hotel.

Morning after breakfast drive to Rohet enroute visit Mehrangarh Fort, The Jaswant Thada and The Sardar market of Jodhpur. Continue drive to Rohet. On arrival check into hotel & Overnight.

Morning after breakfast, proceed for local city tour including visit to the local villages. Enjoy a village jeep safari, visit to the weavers village, village of artisans workingon leather articles, pottery and woven handicrafts. Also visit to the Bird sanctuary. Back to hotel & Overnight.

Morning after breakfast, drive to Udaipur - the Venice of the East. On arrival, check into hotel. Rest of the day relax / free for own activities. Evening boat cruise on Lake Pichola. Overnight at hotel.

Morning after breakfast, proceed for a half day local sightseeing including visit to City Palace & the Jagdish Temple. Also visit to the local market & nearby villages. Overnight at hotel.

Morning after breakfast drive to Deogarh, on arrival check into Deogarh Mahal. Rest of the day free for own activities / explore the local surrounding. Overnight in Deogarh Mahal.

Morning after breakfast, drive to Pushkar, known for the sacred lake at its heart and home of the only Brahma Temple in the world. The famous Pushkar Fair is held here every year during November. Evening explore the city at your own. Overnight at hotel.

Morning after breakfast drive to Jaipur, the pink city of India. On arrival, check into hotel. Rest of the day free for own activities / roam around the market at your own. Overnight at hotel.

Morning after breakfast, proceed for full day local city tour including visit to Amber Fort, enjoy an elephant ride at the fort, on way back visit to the museums, palaces and halls of the CityPalace,the Palace of the Winds & Jantar Mantar. Evening free for shopping. Overnight at hotel.

Morning after breakfast drive to Neemrana, on arrival check into palace. Rest of the day free for some aruerveydic treatment or gentle yoga. Dinner & Overnight.

Morning after breakfast drive to Delhi, on arrival check into hotel. Rest of the day relax OR free for own activities. Evening free for shopping. Overnight at hotel.

In time drop at IGI airport to board the flight for onwards journey.