Delhi, Agra, jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner

Delhi, Agra, jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner

Day 1

Arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport Delhi. Upon arrival meet and Greet by company representative and transferred to hotel. Overnight at Delhi hotel.

Day 2

After breakfast at hotel start your full day city tour of Old & New Delhi.Old Delhi - Former centre of Mughal Power, Old Delhi offers ancient monuments, narrow streets and bustling bazaars. Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan in 1650 switched the Mughal capital from Agra to Delhi. He possessing an Exquisite talent, especially in architecture. visit Red Fort, the most Opulent Fort and Palace of the Mughal Empire. The fort is his symbol of power and elegance, built behind red sandstone walls. Its main gate (Lahore Gate) faces Chandni Chowk, the perpetually congested avenue-heading west From the Red Fort, is filled with twisting lanes, small streets and crowded Bazaars, visit Raj Ghat, the memorial site of the father of nation Mahatma Gandhi, Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, and Chandni Chowk, the colorful market of the old city.After noon visit New Delhi - drive past the stately government buildings of the British Era designed by Lutyens.

Day 3

Morning visit the Seventh wonder of the world Taj Mahal -This most famous Mughal monument was constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his late wife Mumtaz Mahal , then visit Agra Fort - lies on the bend of the river Yamuna, almost in the heart of the town. It was built by Akbar as his citadel over the years 1563-73 in the finest architectural style. It has imposing gates and walls of red sandstone and a moat. Afternoon drive to Jaipur (221 kms) 4 hrs , en route visit Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri the deserted, red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital and palace in the 16th century. Also visit the the largest gateway in the world Bulund Darwaza. upon arrival at Jaipur, check into the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel in Jaipur.

Day 4

After Breakfast at Hotel , start your city tour visit Amber Fort, situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur City. At the foot of the hill you will mount your caparisoned elephant ride for the slow but steady climb up to the main gate, making your entrance in the time honoured fashion. The Fort, completed in the early 18th century, took over 100 years to build and now, although deserted, offers a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the Moghul ruling families.Later visit walled city of jaipur - The Pink City , City Palace, still home to the Maharaja although several of the rooms are now open to the public. Many antiques and artifacts belonging to the ruling family are housed here, including a collection of weaponry. visit the Hawa Mahal Palace of the Winds, and the open - air Jantar Mantar Observatory to see the vast astronomical instruments. Enjoy shopping in colourful bazaar, back to hotel , Overnight at Jaipur hotel.

Day 5

After breakfast drive to Pushkar 142 KM 3 hrs and transfer to hotel. In Pushkar visit Brahma temple (said to be one of the few temples in the world dedicated to this deity) Pushkar lake, Man Mahal and Savitri temple. Also visit the famous Dargah Shariff, Shah Jahan s mosque, Taragarh fort at Ajmer. Night stay in Pushkar.

Day 6

Morning drive 250 KM / 5 hrs to Udaipur-an oasis in the desert state of Rajasthan. Arrive Udaipur and transfer to hotel. Night stay in Udaipur

Day 7

Morning city sight seeing tour. Udaipur is 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. Visit the City Palace museum, the Jagdish temple, Sahelion Ki Bari ( Queens resort for their friends) Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir ( Folk art museum) and the Pratap Memorial. Evening at leisure. Night stay in Udaipur.

Day 8

After breakfast drive 300 Km 6 hrs to Jodhpur & transfer to hotel. Evening at leisure. Night stay in Jodhpur.

Day 9

Morning 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 Moti Mahal and Phool Mahal. Also visit Jaswant Thada, an imposing marble cenotaph, built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant singh II around 1899 and Umaid Public gardens. Night stay in Jodhpur.

Day 10

Morning drive 286 KM 6 hrs through Kheechan village (famous for its migratory cranes) and finally reach Jaisalmer & transfer to hotel. Night stay in Jaisalmer.

Day 11

Morning proceed for camel safari. Lunch & dinner enroute on camel safari. Night stay in Jaisalmer

Day 12

After Breakfast Continue Camel Safari , lunch enroute camel safari. Later return back to the hotel after completion of camel safari in the afternoon. Night stay in Jaisalmer..

Day 13

Morning drive to Bikaner (330 kms) & transfer to hotel. Evening at leisure. Night stay in Bikaner..

Day 14

After breakfast visit the Junagarh Fort, constructed between 1588 and 1593 by Raja Jai Singh, a general in the Moghul Emperor Akbars army and the Karnimata Temple at Deshnok. Also visit the prestigious camel breeding farm in the evening. Night stay in Bikaner.

Day 15

Morning drive 32 KM 45 Minutes to Gajner and transfer to hotel. Full day sightseeing of Gajner wildlife sanctuary and fort. Night stay in Gajnerigious camel breeding farm in the evening. Night stay in Bikaner.

Day 16

Gajner - Mandawa ( By Road )After breakfast drive 250 KM , 5 hrs to Mandawa and transfer to the hotel. Afternoon walking tour of the painted havelis of some of the leading business families of the country. Chowkhani Haveli, Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli, Lakshmi narayan Ladia Haveli, Mohahanlal Saraf Haveli and Bhag chandika Haveli are of special interest. Spend the enture day looking into frescoes. Night stay in Mandawa.

Day 17

After breakfast drive 268 KM 5 Hrs to delhi. Drop at Indira Gandhi International Airport for onward/Return Journey.