11 NIGHTS / 12 DAYS
DAY 01 ARRIVE DELHI
Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to Hotel.
Overnight in the hotel.
DAY 02 DELHI
Morning sightseeing of New Delhi. Visit the 12th century QutabMinar, gracefully hand-carved for its entire height of 234ft, and the iron pillar, which has withstood the ravages of time and not rusted even after 1500 years.
Forerunner of the Mughal style of architecture and the imposing modern Lakshminarayantemple. Drive past the India Gate (war memorial dedicated to the lives of laid down by the Indian soldiers), the president’s residence – formerly the Viceroy’s Palace, parliament House and the Secretariat buildings, – an interesting blend of the Victorian and 20th century architecture.
Afternoon sightseeing of Old Delhi takes you to the magnificent Red Fort, – a marvel in red sandstone, built on the banks of River Yamuna by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Visit Raj Ghat (memorial to Mahatma Gandhi), Jama Masjid, – The largest mosque in India. Drive past ChandiChowk, once an imperial avenue of Mughal Royalty which today is the busiest commercial area of the city. Walk through ChandniChowk to savour the ambience of an oriental bazaar.
Dinner & Overnight in the Hotel
DAY 03 Delhi-Mandawa By surf 255 kms
After breakfast, drive to Manwada and on arrival, check in at the hotel.
In the heart of the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan lies the beautiful small town Mandawa, known throughout the state for its forts and havelis. The structures of this place reminds one of the cultural and social hotspot this place used to be in the bygone era.
The compact and busy little market town of Mandawa was settled and fortified in 18th century by the dominant merchant families of the region. The wealthy businessmen of the village constructed many havelis and baolis with colored painting adorning their walls. Later on, with the migration of these merchant families, their old settlements remained in total obscurity with no one to look after them. Despite the time lapse and ignorance about these visual and architectural extravaganzas, their attraction did not fade and today they are some of the major attractions for the tourists visiting Rajasthan.
Dinner & Overnight in the Hotel
DAY 04 Mandawa-Bikaner By surf 205 kms
After breakfast, drive through typical desert country to Bikaner in the middle of the Rajasthan’s Thar Desert. On arrival, check-in at the hotel.
Bikaner founded by Rao Bika in 1488. An oasis town among scrub and sand dunes. The walled city retains a medieval air and sandstone architecture. Afternoon tour of Bikaner takes you to visit the Junagarh Fort which is unusual, because other major forts of Rajasthan were built on hilltops, but this fort is built on the desert plain, surrounded by a moat.
Half day sightseeing of Bikaner. The city is bolstered by imposing walls and has a 16th century fort housing old palaces, temples and a mosque. Founded by Raja Rai Singh, the fort is distinguished by its long range of 37 pavilions, a line of balconies and aerial windows of varying designs. An enormous arched doorway leads to the Joramal temple. The royal chapel is Har Mandir where royal weddings and births were once celebrated. (3-4 Hours).
Later drive to Raiser Camp,
Dinner & Overnight at Riser Camp
DAY 05 BIKANER / Jodhpur By Surf 255 Kms
After breakfast in the hotel drive to Jodhpur en route visit Deshnok temple (Karni Mata temple). Upon arrival check-in at the hotel.
Jodhpur is at the edge of the Thar Desert and is the largest city in Rajasthan after Jaipur. Among Rajasthan’s many princely settlements, Jodhpur is one of the most distinctive. This five hundred year old settlement was the headquarters of the Rathore Rajputs’ celebrations for their tales of daring. Jodhpur is known for its impressive fortifield bastions, especially those of Mehrangarh which have bee n witness to many battles and were associated closely with the history of the region. The years of peace that followed resulted in the building of palaces that were laid on open grounds and spread out in an elaborate European manner
Afternoon visit the impressive Mehrangarh Fort on a 37 m low sandstone hill built by Rao Jodha in 1459. From the top of the fort one can get a bird’s eye view of the old city. You will notice the predominance of blue houses referred to as Brahmin houses – the colour being associated with the high caste. Proceed to the Jaswant Thada, an imposing marble cenotaph built in 1899 for Maharajah Jaswant Singh II, and smaller memorials to other Maharajahs of Jodhpur. At the end of the tour enjoy a short walk through the local and vibrant bazaar of Jodhpur.
Dinner & Overnight in the Hotel
DAY 06 Jodhpur / Ranakpur / Udaipur By Surf 264 kms
After breakfast drive to Udaipur. En-route visit Ranakpur, the wonderful 3 temples of the Jain sect dating back to the 14th/15th century. The unforgettable main Temple dedicated to Adinatha the first Tirthankar (1439) built in marble took 65 years to complete. It is one of the five holy Jain pilgrimage centres, and has one of the best temple complexes.
On arrival in Udaipur, check in at the hotel.
Udaipur lies in the Girwa valley amidst the Aravali hills of south Rajasthan. It is considered a romantic city – with its lakes, gardens, temples and palaces – an Oasis in the Thar desert. The old city is a traditionally planned fortified walled city, a maze of narrow winding lanes flanked by houses with doorways decorated with Mewar folk art, windows with stained glass or jali screens, massive havelis with large inner courtyards and shops. The legendary Ranas who ruled, traced their ancestry to the Sun Dynasty.
Dinner & Overnight in the Hotel
DAY 07 Udaipur
After breakfast visit the City Palace built on the bank of the Pichola Lake, by Maharana Udai Singh in 1570. The impressive complex of several palaces is a blend of Rajput and Mughul influences. Half of it is still occupied by the Royal family, and part converted into a museum. The Jagdish Temple (1651) was built by Maharana Jagat Singh. A fine example of the Nagara style of temple architecture. A brass Garuda stands outside and stone elephants flank the entrance steps inside is a black stone image of Vishnu as Jagannath, the Lord of the Universe. Sahelion-ki Bari an ornamental pleasure garden specially made for the ladies of the palace in the 18th century. It has beautiful fountains, trees and flowers.
Afternoon boat ride on the lake Pichola.
Dinner & Overnight in the Hotel
DAY 08 Udaipur / PUSHKAR By Surf 284 kms
After breakfast drive to Pushkar which takes about 6 to 7 hrs by drive. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel.
The holy city of Pushkar is located in the Ajmer district of Rajasthan, India. Pushkar is one of the five sacred dhams or pilgrimage sites for devout Hindus. One of the oldest cities of India. Pushkar lies on the shore of the sacred Pushkar Lake. The sacred waters of the Pushkar lake are considered at par with the waters of the Mansarovar lake situated on way to Mount Kailash the abode of Shiva. The date of actual origin of Pushkar is unknown, but legend associates Lord Brahma with its creation. Pushkar is also referred to as “Tirtha- Guru” – the Guru of pilgrimage sites or “Tirtha-Raj “ the king of all pilgrimage sites. Pushkar clearly qualifies for this title as it meets all criteria of the 4 categories of Hindu pilgrimages, “ The Deva –Tirtha”, “Asura-Tirtha”, “Arsha Tirtha” and “Manushya-Tirtha” It is said that Brahma performed penance here for 60,000 years Pushkar has many temples. Most of the temples are not very old, since many were destroyed during Muslim conquests of the area.
Afternoon visit most famous Brahma Temple.
Dinner & Overnight in the Hotel
DAY 09 PUSHKAR / JAIPUR By Surf 148 kms
After breakfast drive to Jaipur, upon arrival check-in at the hotel.
Jaipur was built in the 18th century by Maharaja Jai Singh II. It is a planned city built with ancient Hindu rules as the colonial capital of a richly colorful state. It was made attractive with the pink wash – a traditional colour of welcome in 1853 in honour of the visit of Prince Albert.
Dinner & Overnight in the Hotel
DAY 10 JAIPUR
Breakfast in the hotel.
Morning Amber Fort with elephant ride. Amber is a classic, romantic Rajasthani fort Palace. The rugged, time-ravaged walls of the Fort may not look beautiful from the outside, but the interior is a virtual paradise. Miniatures painted on the walls depict hunting and war scenes, apart from festivals. Precious stones and mirrors are embedded into the plaster. A major attraction at Amber is the Elephant Ride all the way up to the Fort entrance. This journey on caparisoned elephants is bound to enrich your memories with the Royal lifestyle of the Maharajas and leave you with a truly unforgettable experience. Inside the Fort visit the Jag Mandir or the Hall of Victory. Inside the Jag Mandir is the famed Sheesh Mahal – a room with all the four walls and ceiling completely embedded with glittering mirror pieces, which were specially imported from Belgium during that period.Enroute to Amber Fort, you will have a brief photography stop at HawaMahal – the Palace of Winds.
Afternoon city tour begins with a visit to the Maharaja’s City Palace, the former Royal residence, part of it converted into a museum. A small portion is still used by the Royal family of Jaipur. Built in the style of a fortified campus, the palace covers almost one-seventh in area of the city. One of the major attractions in the museum is the portion known as Armoury Museum housing an impressive array of weaponry-pistols, blunderbusses, flintlocks, swords, rifles and daggers. The royal families of Jaipur once used most of these weapons. Later visit the JantarMantar, which is the largest stone and marble crafted observatory in the world. Situated near the gate of the city palace, the observatory has 17 large instruments, many of them still in working condition.
Dinner & Overnight in the Hotel
DAY 11 JAIPUR /DELHI BY SURF 238 KM
After breakfast in the hotel drive to Delhi, upon arrival check-in at the hotel.
Dinner & Overnight in the Hotel
DAY 12 LEAVE DELHI
| UNIT | NETT PER PERSON RATES IN US Dollar |
| Validity: 1 Oct ‘15 – 31 Mar ‘16 | |
| 10-14 Paying Pax | USD 513 Per Person |
| 15-19 Paying Pax + 1 free | USD 489 Per Person |
| 20-24 Paying Pax + 1 free | USD 465 Per Person |
| 25-29 Paying Pax + 1 free | USD 450 Per Person |
| 30-34 Paying Pax + 2 free | USD 439 Per Person |
| Single Room Supplement | USD 244 Per Person |
| Supplement for lunches | USD 95 Per Person |
| Supplement of monument Entrances. | USD 74 Per Person
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| Cost of English speaking accompanied guide staying in different hotels. | USD 495 total
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ABOVE PRICE DOESN’T VALID FROM 21ST DEC TO 5TH JAN.
Hotels:
| CITY | HOTEL | Website | NO OF NIGHTS |
| Delhi | Anila Hotel or similar | www.anilahotels.in | 02 |
| Mandawa | Sara Vilas or similar | www.khatrihotel.com/saravilas | 01 |
| Bikaner | Raiser Desert Camp | www.raisarcamp.com | 01 |
| Jodhpur | Park Plaza or similar | www.parkplaza.com | 01 |
| Udaiur | Golden Tulip or similar | www.goldentulipudaipur.com | 02 |
| Pushkar | Jagat Palace or similar | www.hotelpushkarpalace.com | 01 |
| Jaipur | Paradise Hotel or similar | www.paradisehotels.in | 02 |
| Delhi | Anila Hotel or similar | www.anilahotels.in | 01 |
| Total | 11 |
Rates include the following:-
- HOTELS
- 11 Nights Hotel accommodations on twin sharing basis including all existing taxes.
- MEALS
- Accommodation half board basis.
- GUIDE SERVICES
- English speaking local guide for sightseeing.
- TRANSPORT.
- Meeting and assistance on arrival / departure by le passage to India representative
- Transfer from airport to hotel and vice-versa.
- Transfers, Sightseeing, Excursion as per programme.
- Cost based on air-conditioned transport as follows:
| PAX | VEHICLE | MAX. PAX |
| 10-14 | Mini Coach | 18 |
| 15 and above | Large coach | 35 |
- ENTRANCE FEES & PORTAGE
- Portages at hotels and airports.
- Supplement of monument entrance quoted separately.
COST DOES NOT INCLUDE
- CAMERA FEES- At monuments etc.
ITEMS OF PERSONAL NATURE – such as laundry, table drinks, telephone bills, tips to room boys, drivers, guides, personal clothing including sleeping bags etc.
- Christmas & New Year Eve Mandatory Dinner Supplement.