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Delhi – Agra - Jaipur- Pushkar Fair- Bikaner- Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Mount Abu-
Ranakpur - Udaipur – Delhi
14 Nights / 15 Days
Tour Highlights
- Cycle Rickshaw Ride in Old Delhi
- Drive pass to Raisina Hill
- Son et Lumire Show at Red Fort
- Stand In Front of World Famous Taj Mahal
- Mughal City Tour
- Amber Fort with Elephant Ride
- Attend colorful pushkar fare
- Leaving in Luxury / Deluxe tents
- Enjoy full day at pushkar village
- Enjoy Rajasthani folk Music & dance, Camel race, colorful bazaar.
- Camel Safari to see the Spectacular Sunset over the Sand dunes
- Meeting with local villagers
- Jeep Safari in remote rural areas
- Boating in Nekki lake
- World famous Dilwara Jain Temple
- Udaipur- Romantic City of Lakes
Day 01 Arrive Delhi
After arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport meet & greet by presentable representative of Recreation Travels with special welcome. Transfer to hotel.
Day 02 Delhi
Morning sightseeing tour of New Delhi - Lutyens designed an "Imperial City" having palatial-sized buildings set amid
broad tree-lined avenues punctuated by Mughal style gardens, complete with fountains and shallow pools. It took 20
years to complete this immense undertaking only to have the British pack up and relinquish the subcontinent in 1947.
Visit two monuments from Delhi's past - Humayun's Tomb and Qutub Minar. Your drive pass through the Raisina Hill,
past the imposing India Gate and Parliament House.
Afternoon sightseeing of Old Delhi Start the day with a Cycle Rickshaw Puller Ride through Old Delhi. Here you will
view Red Fort, the most opulent. Also visit Raj Ghat, the memorial site of the Mahatma Gandhi; Jama
Masjid, the largest mosque in India.
Evening return to the Red Fort to watch the “Son et Lumire” show which is an interplay of colorful lights and sound
tracing the history of monument till date Overnight stay
Day 03 Delhi – Agra 204 kms / 4 hrs
Today after breakfast drive to Agra. Afternoon visit the Agra Fort built by Akbar the Great and the city. Also visit the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah built by Empress Noor Jahan in the memory of Her Father. Evening visit the Taj Mahal - Monument to Love which was built in 1630 by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. As you drive through the city witness the local life and bazaars (markets) and the hustle bustle of every day India. Agra is famous for Marble Items Overnight stay
Taj Mahal – Closed on Fridays.
Day 04 Agra – Jaipur 232 kms / 5 hrs
We begin our drive this morning Enroute visit to Fatehpur Sikri Perched atop a rocky ridge 37 km west of Agra, Fatehpur Sikri came into being four centuries ago when the Emperor Akbar, not yet 28 years old, created the first planned city in Indo-Islamic architecture. The "Ghost city" of Fatehpur Sikri built in red sandstone, and is a beautiful blend of Hindu and Islamic architectural elements. We continue on to Jaipur drive through the Rjasthani countryside we see villages, woman dressed in the brilliantly colored saries of the region, camels, and elephants. Overnight stay
Day 05 Maharajas pink city Jaipur
This morning exciting tour takes us outside Jaipur to the Amber Palace, former capital of Rajput kingdom. Perched on a hillside in the desert, the grandeur of the palace and its fort recall the glory of an older age. We step back in time ourselves as we are transported up the hill to the palace on brightly caparisoned elephants Inside we find lavish courtyards beautifully decorated halls, and a lovely Chamber of Mirrors. Our sightseeing in Jaipur also includes the city palace with its fabulous displays of miniature paintings, howdahs, and traditional Rajasthani royal costumes: the 18th-century Observatory and the lovely Palace of Winds.
Evening is at leisure to visit the Rajasthani colorful bazaar famous for its brightly embroidered fabrics, Rajput-style
silver jewelry and semi-precious stones. Overnight stay.
Day 06 Jaipur –Pushkar fair 130 kms / 2 hrs
Morning drive to Pushkar – The famous pushkar fair is an annual spectacle, which takes place in November 22-25 at the time of the full moon. When tracers and Pilgrims folk to the desert around the pushkar lake. The mood is festive thought with event like camel racing. Upon arrival Check in pushkar Village.Your stay in Pushkar is for 2 nights, which is unforgettable experience of your life.
Day 07 Pushkar fair
It is Rajasthan's most famous fair, it brings together camel traders, pilgrims, visitors, and those who're here simply to participate in one of the seasons most colorful social events. Besides tented camps, there are hundreds of shops selling everything from handicrafts to spices, foodstuff and jewellery. For visitors, a number of activities are also arranged. But most simply wish to stay within the fair grounds to watch the fascinating Rajasthani village metamorphose before the eyes.
Day 08 Pushkar – Bikaner
After breakfast drive to Bikaner. Bikaner lies on the northern point on the triangle of desert cities. It is royal walled city dating back to 1486 AD. It was established by a Rathore Prince, Bika & came to be called to be Bikaner after him. It was, however, a major trade center as it stood on the ancient caravan route which link central Asia & north India with the Gujarat Sea Ports. It architectural attractions remain splendidly Ragout. One of the principal outposts of the desert, It Is also a major center for camel breeding. Upon arrival check in hotel. Later embark on a tour of Bikaner City, visit the Junagarh Fort, built in 1611 AD. The palaces worth visiting are Anup Mahal, Karan Mahal, and Bijai Phool Mahal.
Day 09 Bikaner – Jaisalmer 333 kms / 6-7 hrs
Today morning drive to Jaisalmer, the ancient citadel on the Caravan route linking India with Persia, Arabia and The
Mediterranean. This architectural in the 12th Century by Jaisal, a Bhatti Prince. Located in the heart of the Thar
Desert. Few cities in the world can match the Magnificence. Jaisalmer is renowned for its intricately carved & chiseled
Have lies (Mansions) which illustrate superb craftsmanship. Upon arrival check in Hotel. Overnight stay
Day 10 Jaisalmer
Morning embark half day tour of Jaisalmer fort. Afterwards visit to the Gadisar Tank & large houses of the merchant called
have lies, some of them dating to the Premediveal Patwon Ki Haveli, Salem Shah Haveli and Nathamal Ki Haveli with
their intricately carved screens on the facades and the typical traditional architecture. Evening at Sam Dunes – Short Camel Safari will be arranged.. You will go in a Caravan through the small ethnic beautiful villages and meeting with local
villagers to know about their way of way of living and culture & to see the Spectacular Sun Set. Back to the hotel after a
most memorable tour. Overnight stay
Day 11 Jaisalmer – Jodhpur 285 kms /5 hrs
Early morning drive to Jodhpur. Jodhpur – the Great Indian Desert, sites on sand stone hill surrounded by a strong
wall, approximately 6 miles long with 7 entry gates. Upon arrival check in hotel. Half day sightseeing of the city
includes visit to Mehrangarh Fort, from where its destiny was written. Narrow paths wind up the steep path, leading
to the innards of the fort. Once within, the architecture is less formidable, with delicate windows and painted
Chambers. From its ramparts one has a view of the 20th century art deco Umaid Bhawan Palace. Drive through the old
city and past the Clock Tower near the largest spice bazaar in the sub-continent, visit the Jaswant Thada Cenotaph,
the royal cremation site and then proceed to see the most magnificent, modern 20th century Palace, the Umaid
Bhawan Palace and its museum – a treasure trove. Overnight stay.
Day 12 Jodhpur- Mount Abu 326 Kms / 5 hrs
After breakfast countryside drive to Mount Abu- located 4000 ft above sea level is solitary hill station i.e. also a
pilgrimage center for Janis. Upon arrival check in Hotel. Afternoon visit world famous Dilwara Jain Temple- consisting
of five jain temples built from the beginning of the 11th century onwards with intricate ornamental carvings represent
the climax in the art of decoration in stones, Nikki Lake, Brahmin Kumari Ashram, Peace Park & Gyan Sarovar.
Overnight stay
Day 13 Mount Abu- Udaipur 175 Kms / 3-4 hrs
After breakfast leave for Udaipur. Enroute visit to Ranakpur temples of the Janis, built in the 15th century in the lovely valley of Aravallis. It has grand structure & beautiful Sculptures. The 1444 pillars in the temple are different from each other. The magic of light & shade is really awe- inspiring. Later proceed to Udaipur. Upon arrival check in Hotel. Afternoon is free to explore colorful Bazaar & Shopping. Over night stay
Day 14 Udaipur
A lake city, and the capital of the Ranas of Mewar, founded in the 16th century. Udaipur known fir its fairytale palaces that nestle along the banks of a lake, or completely hover islands in its midst. Today sight seeing of Udaipur includes The City Palace, drive around Fateh Sager lake, Sahelion-ki-Bari (The fountain and flowered garden of Maidens), Partap Smarak: A memorial to the legendary warrior Rana Pratap, Bhartiya Lok Mandal Museum. Remainder of the day is at leisure. Evening Boat Cruise at Lake Pichola.Overnight stay.
Day 15 Udaipur – Delhi
Morning transfer to Airport to board the flight. Arrive Delhi. Later transfer to International Airport to board the flight for next onward destination.
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