Rajasthan Tour Packages cover Rajasthan, one of India's largest states in terms of land area.Rajasthan is considered to be a land of kings, magnificent forts, and palaces. It also has a tiger sanctuary at Ranthambhore. Rajasthan tour packages include a visit to Jaipur, the state capital and also known as the "pink city."Jaipur has some beautiful palaces: Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal. Udaipur is also known as "the lake city" and "the Venice of the East."
It has five interconnected lakes, the Beautiful City Palace, the Princess Garden, and many other places to visit. Kumbhalgarh Fort has the second-largest wall after the Great Wall of China. Chittorgarh Fort has a long history of conflict with the Mughals and has witnessed Johars performed by the ladies.Mount Abu is known as the hill station of Rajasthan and is a very good place for relaxing. Jodhpur is also known as "the blue city" because the majority of the houses are blue.Jaisalmer is the city of deserts and the Golden Fort, as the fort looks golden due to the yellow stones from which it is made. Ranthambhore is also known as a tiger sanctuary. Rajasthan tour packages can be coupled with Golden Triangle tour packages and North India tour packages.
Rajasthan Tour Packages itineraries can be tailored to your specific needs, taking into account the number of days you wish to spend and the locations you wish to visit.
13 Days Rajasthan Tour with Tiger Safari Golden Triangle and North India
Destinations Covered :-Delhi,Varanasi,Khujraho,Orcha,Jhansi,Agra,Jaipur,Ranthambhore,Pushkar,Chitto
rgarh, Udaipur, Ranakpur, Jodhpur, Bishnoi Village
Day 01
ARRIVE DELHI
On your arrival at international airport in Delhi and after clearing customs & immigration,
our representative will greet you and transfer to the hotel.After leisurely breakfast, start a
full-day tour of Old and New Delhi.
Old Delhi - A sight-seeing tour of Old Delhi would entail visiting the Raj Ghat - the
memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid - the largest mosque
in India and the Red Fort - once the most opulent fort and palace of the Moghul Empire.
New Delhi - An extensive sight-seeing tour of New Delhi would include a visit to the the
Qutub Minar, a drive along the ceremonial avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India
Gate, Parliament House, the President's Residence and would end with a drive through
the Diplomatic Enclave followed by shopping at prime and famous shopping
places.Overnight at Delhi.
Day 02
DELHI - VARANASI
After breakfast transfer to airport to board the flight for Varanasi.Upon arrival at
Varanasi, transfer to hotel.
Varanasi, known to the devout as Kashi, is said to have been founded by Shiva, Lord of
the Universe. One of the oldest living cities in the world, as also one of the most
important pilgrimage sites in India, Varanasi is a major tourist attraction. Situated on the
banks of the sacred Ganges, the city has been a center of learning and civilization for
over 2000 years.Afternoon excursion to Sarnath, once of the most sacred places for
Budhhist, where Lord Buddha gave first sermon after attaining enlightenment. Visit
famous Dhamaekha Stupa, Moolgandha Kuti Vihar and famous Sarnath museum having
rich collection of antiques from Ancient India. Evening visit to the Ganges for glittering
evening Aarti (prayer) ceremony.
Overnight at Varanasi.
Day 03
VARANASI- KHAJURAHO
In the early morning drive to Daswamedh Ghat and take a boat ride on the sacred river
Ganges
to see the cremation Ghats and witness the living traditions of one of the world's oldest
and
most important religions. Board a boat with your guide and proceed to the middle of the
river, where at sunrise the sight unfolds before you.Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple
while
returning to the hotel.Afternoon transfer to airport to board the flight for Khajuraho.
Khajuraho Located in the Bundelkhand region of Madhya Pradesh, Khajuraho has
emerged as a renowned tourist destination from a tiny unknown village. A World
UNESCO Heritage Site, Khajuraho is better known as the Temple Town. Famed for its
magnificent Jain and Hindu temples and intricate stone sculptures, Khajuraho remains
the epitome of the temple architectural style and aesthetic sensibility. Of the 85 beautiful
temples, only 22 have survived the ravages of time. Made of sandstone blocks fitted
together, these remain as a collective glorification to life, love and joy, to the spirit of
creativity and human relationships. Built by the Chandela rulers in 9th and 10 th century
AD, the temples exhibit carved images of gods and goddesses, celestial maidens and
dancers, animals and musicians, all frozen in stone.Upon arrival at Khajuraho, transfer
to hotel.Afternoon visit to Eastern & western groups of hotels.
Overnight at Khajuraho.
Day 04
KHAJURAHO-ORCHHA-JHANSI-AGRA
After breakfast drive Jhansi enroute visit Orchha.
Orchha - A medieval city founded by Bundela rulers with Palaces and temples of the
16th and 17 th century which have remarkable withstood the onslaught of time. The River
Betwa picturesquely flanks the city.Proceed for sightseeing of Orchha sites within the
Fort Complex.
Lunch will be at Orchha and then proceed to the Jhansi Railway Station to board train for
Agra.
NDLS Shatabadi ; Leaves Jhansi at 1756hrs & arrive Agra at 2025hrs
On arrival check into the hotel
Agra - Badal Singh established the city of Taj in 1475 AD. Agra finds mention in the
Mahabharat as Agraban. Sikandar Lodi made Agra his capital but Babur defeated the
Lodis to capture not only Agra but also laid the foundation of the Mughal Empire. In the
mid 16th century and earlier 17th century AD, Agra witnessed a frenzied building activity
and it was during this time when the symbol of love Taj Mahal was built.
Overnight at Agra.
Day 05
AGRA-FATEHPUR SIKRI-JAIPUR
Sunrise visit to witness incomparable Taj Mahal with its' speculative view.
Taj Mahal, the architectural modern day wonder of the world; this monument is a fine
example of the fusion of many architectural styles is one of the wonders of the modern
world. Taj, endowed it with some of the loveliest buildings in the world. The tour
continues with a visit
to the Agra Fort from where one can get the most moving view of the Taj from the little
octagonal tower in the Agra Fort, which lies, across the river Jamuna.Visit Red Fort.
Afternoon drive to Jaipur visiting Fathpur Sikri enroute.
Fatehpur Sikri - The Red Sandstone City, Emperor Akbar built as his capital and palace
in the late 16 th century. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world.
Continue drive to Jaipur. On arrival, check in at the hotel.
Jaipur - The origins of the beautiful city of Jaipur can be traced back to the eighteenth
century, during the reign of Jai Singh II who ascended the Amber throne in 1699. Jaipur
today, epitomizes the spirit of Rajputana. In-spite of growing into a bustling metropolis, it
still retains its character and history - A beautiful fusion of the yesteryears and
modernity. Jaipur is popularly known as the Pink City because of the extensive use of
the locally abundant pink plastered stone, painted so in honor of the visit of the royal
consort of Queen Victoria. Jaipur thrills the soul with its massive forts, magnificent
palaces, exquisite temples and lush gardens.
Overnight at Jaipur.
Day 06
JAIPUR
Morning excursion to the Amber Fort, which includes an elephant ride up to the gate of
the fort.
Amber Fort Palace - Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its
construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent Jai
Singh I. Its forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of
Mughal and Hindu styles find their ultimate expression. Then return to hotel. The rest of
the day is at leisure.Afternoon city tour of Jaipur. Visit the City Palace, Jantar Mantar and
Hawa Mahal.
City Palace - A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the
City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city. It houses the
Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum.
Jantar Mantar - This is the largest and the best preserved of the five observatories built
by Jai
Singh II in different parts of the country. This observatory consisting of outsized
astronomical
instruments is still in use.
Hawa Mahal - The ornamental facade of this "Palace of Winds" is a prominent landmark
in
Jaipur. Their five-storey structures of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine
trelliswork
and elaborate balconies.
Overnight at Jaipur.
Day 07
JAIPUR- RANTHAMBHORE
Morning after breakfast drive to ranthambhore,one of the best jungles in India to shoot
the Tiger by your camera. On arrival check in the Hotel. Take afternoon safari to the
Jungle.
Day 08
RANTHAMBHORE
Today you can have morning & afternoon Jungle Safari, today don’t forget to see the
mighty Ranthambhore Fort.
Day 09
RANTHAMBHORE- PUSHKAR
After breakfast drive to Pushkar(a very Holy City).On arrival checkin the hotel.Later visit
the Famous Bramha Temple as well as the other temples & also visit the Ghats.
Day 10
Pushkar - Udaipur
Morning visit the Ghats & see the prayers & different religious ceremonies.Later drive to
Udaipur,enroute visit the Mighty Chittor Fort(having great historical background).On
arrival checkin the hotel.Relax & go for a walk in the old city.
Udaipur: "The Venice of the East", Udaipur is an enchanting city. From lakes in the
midst of sandy terrain to green forested hills where wildlife still abounds, the surprises
are endless. And, in the lakes, or by their edges, are palaces straight out of fairy tales,
each more beautiful than the other. Founded by Maharana Udai Singh, Udaipur is
surrounded by the Aravalli mountain ranges situated on the edge of three lakes.
Day 11
UDAIPUR
After breakfast start your sight seeing trip of Udaipur, visiting the City Palace, the Crystal
gallery, take a boat ride in famous Pichola lake view the Lake Palace, visit Jagmandir
Island. Afternoon visit Sahelion ki Bari, Mansoon Palace & the Vintage Car Collection.
Day 12
UDAIPUR- RANAKPUR- JODHPUR
Early Morning checkout and drive to Jodhpur, enroute visit the 12th Century Temples of
Ranakpur.
Ranakpur: The cluster of temples, made of intricately sculpted white marble, came
across as a marvelous feat of architecture. It would take anyone by surprise to learn that
they were built in 1460, so well preserved & sparkling is the marble. The main temple is
supported on 1,444 pillars - none of which is similarly carved. Proceed to Jodhpur, on
arrival transfer to hotel. Evening is free to relax or you can also have a walk in the old
city, overnight at the hotel.
Jodpur-Situated at the edge of the Thar Desert on the foothill of a sandstone hillock,
Jodhpur is like an oasis in the vast desert. One of the most fascinating cities of
Rajasthan, Jodhpur is encompassed by a 10 km long and high wall with 8 gates and
innumerable bastions. Jodhpur was founded by Rao Jodha, a Rajput chief of the valiant
Rathore clan, in 1459 A.D. Jodhpur is famous for its amazing architectural splendors like
the 15 th century Mehrangarh Fort, beautiful palaces and temples. Jodhpur is also known
for its unique art and culture.
On arrival check in the Hotel. Later visit Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada and Umaid
Bhawan Palace
Mehrangarh Fort is the most famous tourist attraction in Jodhpur. The Fort houses a
number of beautiful palaces in its complex including Moti Mahal, Janaki Mahal, Chandan
Mahal, Royal Durbar Takht, Rang Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Phool Mahal, Umaid Vilas and
Maan Vilas, all showcasing royal grandeur of the bygone era. The enchanting Umaid
Bhawan Palace is another beautiful tourist attraction in Jodhpur.
Day 13
JODHPUR / BISHNOI VILLAGE / JODHPUR
Morning safari to Bishnoi Viallge.
The Bishnoi’s are a community of Rajasthan who are famous for there rich cultural
Rajasthani Life and there true love for nature and animals. Bishnoi Village Safari is the
organized to help tourists take a glimpse of rich cultural life of Bishnoi Villages and True
Rajasthan.
Bishnois are strong lovers of wild animals. It is because of their protection that in Bishnoi
dominated areas, deer and antelope(such as blue bulls, black bucks, chinkaras and
chowsinghas) are seen grazing peacefully in their fields. Bishnois are known to be very
violent and aggressive in protecting trees and wildlife. It is said that if you are a hunter,
then the worst thing that could happen to you is to be caught hunting by a Bishnoi.
Unlike most Hindu communities, Bishnois bury their dead instead of cremating them.
This is because of the strict prohibition on the felling of trees, the wood of which is
required for cremation.
In October, 1996, Nihal Chand Bishnoi sacrificed his life for protecting wild animals. A
film, Willing to Sacrifice, based on his story won the award for the Best Environment Film
at the 5th International Festival of Films, TV and Video Programmes held at Bratislava,
Slovakia.
Catch afternoon Flight for Delhi. On arrival you can visit the Markets of Delhi for your last
minute shopping. Later you will be dropped to International Airport to catch late night
Flight back home.
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