Rajasthan in Deep
Duration:
17 Nights & 18 Days
Destinations:
DELHI - MANDAWA - BIKANER - JAISALMER - JODHPUR - NARLAI - UDAIPUR - BUNDI - JAIPUR - AGRA - DELHI
Tour Highlights:
Explore India’s rich history and culture, starting in Delhi with its iconic landmarks like India Gate, Qutub Minar, and Jama Masjid, plus a rickshaw ride through Old Delhi. Discover Mandawa’s painted havelis, Bikaner’s Lalgarh Palace, and the Golden Fort in Jaisalmer. In Jodhpur, visit the grand Mehrangarh Fort, and in Udaipur, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola and visit the City Palace. See Bundi’s historic step wells, Jaipur’s Amber Fort and Hawa Mahal, and the Taj Mahal in Agra, finishing with a visit to Fatehpur Sikri and Mehtab Bagh. Conclude with your return to Delhi.
Itinerary:
DAY 01: ARRIVE DELHI BY INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT
As you arrive Delhi, after collecting your luggage & passing customs, you will meet our travel executive at arrival hall who will assist you with your transfer and check-in to hotel. Overnight in Delhi. No Meals
DAY 02: DELHI (B)
After a delectable breakfast you will be taken for a full day sightseeing tour of New and Old Delhi. Visit Raj Ghat, Humayun's Tomb, Qutab Minar and drive through the Lutyens Delhi, India Gate (The war memorial), President's Palace & Parliament House. Later visit Red Fort, Jama Masjid – the largest mosque in India. Enjoy Cycle Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi. Evening is at leisure. Overnight stay in Delhi.
DAY 03: DELHI/MANDAWA BY ROAD (250KMS/5HRS) (B)
After a lip-smacking breakfast depart for your next destination Mandawa. Afternoon tour of Mandawa city, visiting the magnificent Mandawa Fort & fine painted Havelis (Private Mansion) built in Rajasthani Style. Overnight stay in Mandawa.
DAY 04: MANDAWA/BIKANER BY ROAD (190KMS/4HRS) (B)
Early in the morning, after breakfast depart for Bikaner en route visiting Nawalgarh. In afternoon visit the beautiful Lalgarh Palace, the majestic Junagar Fort, Suraj Pol and Ganga Golden Jublie Museum. Overnight stay in Bikaner.
DAY 05: BIKANER/JAISALMER BY ROAD (330KMS/6–7HRS) (B)
After a scrumptious breakfast, depart for Jaisalmer en-route visiting Rat temple and Deshnok Temple. Overnight stay in Jaisalmer.
DAY 06: JAISALMER (B)
After breakfast, depart for morning city tour of Jaisalmer and walk up to the magnificent Golden Fort – one of the largest fort in world. Visit Gadisagar Lake - a rain water reservoir built in 1367 and Folklore Museum. Also visit the famous Nathwon and Patwon ki Havelis. Later end your day with a camel ride at Sunset in Sam Sand Dunes. Overnight stay in Jaisalmer.
DAY 07: JAISALMER/JODHPUR BY ROAD (275KMS/6HRS) (B)
After breakfast depart for your next destination Jodhpur also known as “Blue City” due to blue painted houses around the fort. Rest of the day would be at leisure. Overnight in Jodhpur.
DAY 08: JODHPUR (B)
After a delicious breakfast enjoy a guided tour of the city which includes visit to the majestic Mehrangarh Fort - one of the largest Forts in India and magnificent Jaswant Thada - white marble memorial built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. Later you can visit the Bustling market of Jodhpur. Overnight stay in Jodhpur.
DAY 09: JODHPUR/NARLAI BY ROAD (140KMS/3–4HRS) (B)
After breakfast depart for next destination Narlai - marvellous heritage resort in village. In the evening enjoy a walk tour of the village and later visit nearby step well & temples.
DAY 10: NARLAI/UDAIPUR VIA RANAKPUR (285KMS/5–6HRS) (B)
Depart for romantic city of Udaipur en route visiting Ranakpur – famous for its beautiful Jain’s temple. Rest of the day is at free to explore the city on your own. Overnight stay in Udaipur.
DAY 11: UDAIPUR (B)
Depart for full day sightseeing tour of Udaipur- also known as city of lakes visiting City Palace & Sahelion ki Bari which was built for a group of young women attendants who came as a part of dowry of princess to Udaipur. In the late afternoon take a boat cruise on Lake Pichola and visit the Jag Mandir Palace. Overnight stay in Udaipur.
DAY 12: UDAIPUR/BUNDI BY (300KMS/7HRS) (B)
After breakfast depart for your next destination Bundi known for its magnificent palaces, majestic forts, baolis (step wells) and water tanks. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Bundi.
DAY 13: BUNDI (B)
After a flavoursome breakfast, depart for a half day city tour of Bundi visiting Taragarh Fort, step well of Bundi and other places of Interest. Afternoon depart for short excursion to Kota. Overnight stay in Bundi.
DAY 14: BUNDI/JAIPUR BY ROAD (220KMS/4HRS) (B)
After breakfast drive to the Jaipur also known as the pink city. Rest of the day is free to explore the city on your own or you can rejuvenate yourself by some spa session at your hotel. Overnight stay in Jaipur.
DAY 15: JAIPUR (B)
Have a scrumptious breakfast. Depart for magnificent Amber fort - situated atop the Aravali hills, it is the ancient capital of Jaipur and a marvellous example of Rajput architecture. We ascend to the fort by Jeep and come back in Jeep. Later in the afternoon you will visit City Palace, Hawa Mahal also knows as Palace on Winds & Jantar Mantar – a stone astronomical observatory. In evening you can relax in your hotel or you can explore the city on your own. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 16: JAIPUR/AGRA BY ROAD (260KMS/6–7HRS) (B)
Early in the morning depart for your last destination Agra enroute visiting Fatehpur Sikri. Later in evening visit Mehtab Bagh for a mesmerizing view of Taj during Sunset. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 17: AGRA (B)
Early in the morning you will be taken for sunrise tour of Taj Mahal also known as the symbol of love. Return to hotel for a delicious breakfast. In afternoon visit the majestic 16th century Agra Fort. Later in evening visit the local market to buy some souvenirs. Overnight in Agra.
DAY 18: AGRA/DELHI BY ROAD (215KMS/4HRS)
Depart/Delhi by International flight (B) After an appetizing breakfast, drive to Delhi International airport in time to connect your onward flight to next destination.
Hotel Costs:
Inclusions:
A. HOTEL
· 17 nights hotel stay (as per itinerary) on a twin-sharing basis.
B. MEALS
· Accommodation on bed and breakfast basis
C. TRANSPORT
· Meeting and assistance on arrival / departure by our airport representative
· Cost based on air-conditioned transport –AC Crysta Innova (02 pax)
· Transfer from airport to hotel and vice-versa.
· Sightseeing, excursion and Surface travel as per programme.
D: MISCELLANEOUS
Sightseeing:Full-day sightseeing tours in Delhi, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Jaipur, Agra, and Bundi.
Guided tours to key attractions including:Delhi: Raj Ghat, Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar, India Gate, Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Lutyens' Delhi, Cycle Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi.
Mandawa: Mandawa Fort, Painted Havelis.
Bikaner: Lalgarh Palace, Junagarh Fort, Suraj Pol, Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum.
Jaisalmer: Golden Fort, Gadisar Lake, Folklore Museum, Nathwon, Patwon Ki Havelis, Camel Ride at Sam Sand Dunes.
Jodhpur: Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Jodhpur market.
Narlai: Village walk, Stepwell & temples.
Udaipur: City Palace, Sahelion Ki Bari, Lake Pichola boat ride, Jag Mandir Palace.
Bundi: Taragarh Fort, Stepwell of Bundi, Short excursion to Kota.
Jaipur: Amber Fort, City Palace, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar.
Agra: Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Mehtab Bagh for sunset view of Taj Mahal.
Transportation Between Cities:Road transfers between Delhi, Mandawa, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Narlai, Udaipur, Bundi, Jaipur, Agra, and Delhi.
Assistance:Meet and greet assistance at Delhi Airport on arrival.
Local guide for sightseeing tours in each city.
Entry Fees:All monument and site entry fees included (as per itinerary).
Camel Ride:Camel ride at Sam Sand Dunes (Jaisalmer).
Boat Ride:Boat cruise on Lake Pichola (Udaipur).
Jeep Ride:Jeep ride to Amber Fort (Jaipur).
Current applicable taxes
Exclusions:
1. ITEMS OF PERSONAL NATURE - such as laundry, table drinks, telephone bills, tips to room boys, drivers, guides, personal clothing including sleeping bags etc.
2. Any Air fare.
3. Visa fee for India to be arranged and paid for directly by the clients. Check VISA rules carefully from your nearest Indian Embassy/ Mission before applying for Indian VISA.
4. Travel & Health Insurance to be arranged and paid for directly by the clients.
5. Airport taxes and fuel surcharges, which are subject to change without notice. Any meals (other than breakfast), drinks, tips, expenses of personal nature.
6. Anything not mentioned in the Inclusions column.