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Golden Triangle with Shades of Rajputana Tour
Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Pushkar
Rajasthan is home to India’s most grand forts and palaces. A trip here would take you back to the times of the royal kings and queens! From the spectacular palaces of Jodhpur, Jaipur and Bikaner, unmatched beauty of Udaipur, the magestic fort of Jaisalmer, the well-laid out gardens, camel fairs at Bikaner and Pushkar and the colourful bazaars selling trinkets, We promise you an unforgettable experience
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Arrive in Delhi either late night or early morning, meet our representative at airport for assistance. Transfer to hotel & relax there to over come jet- lag.
Day 2: At Delhi
Delhi stands on seven successive cities and is one of the oldest cities in the world. This history helps one appreciate the scale of the sprawling metropolis. It’s a quintessential Indian city, marrying the ancient with the cosmopolitan. Revel in marvellous shopping, a treasure trove of architectural monuments, some of the swankiest restaurants in India and heavenly street food.
Enjoy a full day city tour of Delhi. Visit: Qutab Minar, Lotus Temple, Humayun's Tomb, Red Fort, Jama Masjid, India Gate & Raj Ghat. Over night at the hotel.
Day 3: Delhi - Agra
Agra is famous as being home to one of the seven wonders of the world-the Taj Mahal. The architectural splendour of the mausoleums, the fort and the palaces is a vivid remainder of the capital in the 16th and early 17th centuries. Morning drive to Agra en-route visiting Sikandra. Sikandra houses Emperor Akbar's Mausoleum and is just 4 kms from Agra. On arrival in Agra, check into the hotel. In afternoon, visit the world famous Taj Mahal built by the Moghul Emperor Shahjehan in 1630 A.D. to enshrine his Queen Mumtaz Mahal's mortal remains. Later, visit the Agra Fort containing the Pearl Mosque, the Halls of Public and Private Audience.
Day 4: Agra - Jaipur
Morning drive to Jaipur en-route visiting Fatehpur Sikri (old deserted town of Mughal Dynasty). See the beautiful Jama Masjid / The Buland Darwaza, palace of Queen Jodha Bai, Birbal's (a Minister) Palace. On arrival at Jaipur, check in to your hotel. Evening visit to Chokhi Dhani, an ethnic village resort (optional). The vitality of Rajasthani folk culture comes alive as children dance rhythmically to the loud tenor of folk songs sung by men and women, festooned in bright clothes. Gaily caparisoned camel, horses and bullock carts offer joy rides. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 5: Jaipur
Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel and leave for a half-day sightseeing tour to the hilltop fortress at Amer. Ascend the imposing fort on a painted elephant(optional). In the afternoon, tour the old walled city of Jaipur. Founded by Maharaja Jai Singh II, this ‘pink city’ is meticulously constructed on the lines of the Shilpa-Shastra, an ancient Hindu treatise on architecture. Visit the unique Jantar Mantar Observatory situated in the heart of the city. Built in the 1700's (A.D), it still looks futuristic. Nearby is the ornate Hawa Mahal (the palace of winds). The old City Palace & its museum display a rare fusion of Mughal and Hindu architecture, and house a rare collection of paintings, Rajasthani armory and costumes. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6: Jaipur - Bikaner
After an early breakfast, depart for Bikaner, a remote town tucked away in the Thar Desert. On arrival, check in at your hotel. Take an afternoon city sightseeing tour of Bikaner. Unlike most Rajput forts, which are on hilltops, the Junagarh Fort is the only one built on the desert plains. Within the fortress lie extravagantly decorated palaces. Amongst the prominent ones are Karan Mahal, Anup Mahal, Badal Mahal. The Lalgarh Palace carved out of red sandstone is an impressive monument. Also visit the Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum. In the evening, drive to the Camel Breeding Farm & watch the return of the camels at sunset. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 7: Bikaner - Jaisalmer
After breakfast drive to Jaisalmer. Arrive and transfer to hotel. Evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.
Day 8: Jaisalmer
After breakfast treat yourself to visual feast as you tour the golden city of Jaisalmer. Jaisalmer is 12th century trading post for camel caravans journeying through the Silk Route, remains untouched by the sands of time. Rising majestically amidst the shifting golden dunes of the Thar Desert are the bastions of the imposing 12th century Jaisalmer Fort. The fort is honeycombed with beautifully carved Jain temples and cobbled alleys flanked by the most beautiful havelis (Patwon ki Haveli, Salim Singh ki Haveli and Nathmal ki Haveli). Hewn entirely out of sandstone, the city is a tawny colour in the day and at sunset it magically morphs into honey-gold hue. Afternoon drive to Khuri, located 45 km east of Jaisalmer, a quaint village with clusters of thatch roof houses, where men sport magnificent mustaches and bright turbans, and women are swathed in gaily-hued odhinis. On the sand dunes here, take a sunset ride through the scrubland of Rajasthan on a camel safari that is a lifetime experience. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 9: Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
After an early morning breakfast, drive to Jodhpur, halting at Osian. Osian’s ancient Jain and Vaishnava temples reflect the grandeur of Indian temple architecture. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 10: Jodhpur
After breakfast at the hotel, leave for a sightseeing tour of the erstwhile capital of Marwar, the south-western region of Rajasthan. From the imposing Mehrangarh fort to the delicate wrought Jharokhas (windows) of the havelis, the citadel has some of the finest examples of Rajput masonry. At the foot of the fort, lies the “Jaswanth Thada”, a richly carved white marble cenotaph. Take an afternoon jeep safari to the picturesque Bishnoi villages to experience rustic Rajasthani life. The drive through the countryside abounds with black bucks and chinkaras (a species of gazelle) grazing serenely and migratory birds dot the skies. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 11: Jodhpur - Udaipur
After breakfast leave for Udaipur. En route visit the Jain temples of Ranakpura, famous for their intricate friezes and sculptures. Dating back to the 15th century, the temple’s 29 halls are supported by 1444 pillars, none of which are similar. Later in the day arrive at enchanting, medieval city of Udaipur and check-in to your hotel. Udaipur. Built over two and a half centuries ago by Maharana Jagat Singh II, this fairytale palace is probably one of the most romantic hotels in the world. Enjoy a leisurely late afternoon cruise on the shimmering waters of Lake Pichola. Walk around the fountain pavilions and cobbled gardens of the famous Jag Mandir Island Palace. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 12: Udaipur
Let the glorious sunrise dazzle you at breakfast. Morning excursion to the famous temple complex of Eklingji & Nagda, which enshrines the deity of the Mahranas of Mewar. Spend the rest of the day exploring this charming lake city by car. Wander through the opulent City Palace grounds and the museum, which are a testament to the valor and chivalry of the Mewar rulers. Visit the Jagdish temple on the shores of Lake Pichola. The Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir is a treasure house of Rajasthani folk culture. The breathtaking beauty of the lakes- Pichola & Fateh Sagar truly make Udaipur an oasis in the desert. Return to hotel after city drive. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 13: Udaipur - Pushkar
After breakfast leave for Pushkar. The holy city of Rajasthan, Pushkar is also famous for the Brahma Temple and Ghats. After check in to your hotel & refreshment leave for short sight seeing of Pushkar. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 14: Pushkar - Delhi
After breakfast at the hotel depart for Delhi.
Day 15: Delhi
Whole day at your leisure or you can go for shopping (optional). In the evening take the flight to your home country.
Note: This is only a suggested itinerary. We can customise it according to your needs.
Hotel Details
| Destination |
Nights |
Deluxe Package |
Standard Package Hotel |
| Delhi |
03 |
Crown Plaza or Similar |
Avalon Courtyard or similar |
| Agra |
01 |
Clark Shiraz or similar |
Howard Plaza or similar |
| Jaipur |
02 |
Clark Amer or similar |
Park Plaza or similar |
| Bikaner |
01 |
Laxmi Niwas Palace or similar |
Karni Bhawan or similar |
| Jaisalmer |
02 |
Fort Rajwada or similar |
Gorbandh Palace or similar |
| Jodhpur |
02 |
Hari Mahal or similar |
Ajit Bhawan or similar |
| Udaipur |
02 |
Fateh Prakash Palace or similar |
Shikarbadi or similar |
| Pushkar |
01 |
Pushkar Palace or similar |
Jagat Palace or similar |
| Package Includes |
- Accommodation as per itinerary - Double room on twin sharing basis, hotels mentioned above or similar.
- Daily Breakfast at hotel.
- All Inter destination transfers as per the itinerary by A/c private car.
- Mobile phone with activated SIM.
- All monument & tourist place entrance fee.
- Service of a representative during whole tour.
- Service of English speaking guide at all monuments & tourist places.
- One dinner at Chauki Dhani Ethnic Resort at Jaipur (only with Deluxe Package).
- Elephant ride at Amber Fort - Jaipur (only with Deluxe Package).
- Camel safari at Jaisalmer ( only with Deluxe Package)
- Boat ride at Udaipur
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| Package Does not Include |
- Any kind of Airfare.
- Fee for still camera and video camera where ever applicable.
- Items of Personal Nature, Porterage, Tips, Laundry, Mineral Water, Pony Rides, Optional Tours etc.
- Any Additional Night shall be charged on Pro rata basis.
- All other items and services not specified above.
- Any other expenses incurred due to bad weather, road closure etc.
- Mobile recharge coupon.
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Note: - Final itinerary and package detail will be provided after booking of package.
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