Heritage Rajasthan

Delhi – Neemrana – Mandawa – Dundlod – Khimsar – Jodhpur – Sardar Samad – Udaipur – Dungarpur – Bijaipur – Deogarh – Jaipur – Agra – Delhi

Highlights

Traditional Indian welcome     

• Thrill to the Sound & Light Show at Red Fort at Delhi

Stand  in Front of World Famous Taj Mahal at Sunset

• Mughal City Tour
• Elephant ride up to Amber Fort
• Rajasthani Countryside Drive
• Maharaja’s City Tour
• Amber Fort Excursion with Elephant Ride
• Dessert Camel Safari  Jaisalmer
• Jeep Safari of Tribal village at Jodhpur
• Heritage site of Rajasthan

Day 01      Arrive Delhi     

Welcome by presentable representative of Recreation Travels with Special welcome & Transfer to hotel.

Overnight stay.  

Day 02   New / Old Delhi

Delhi stands as the capital of Modern India. Here you can see the mingling of the Old and New India, the ancient and the modern.  Very few cities in the world can express such a profusion of architectural styles.

Later visit to New Delhi - Lateens 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. Visit two monuments from Delhi's past - Humayun’s Tomb and Qutab Minar, Drive pass through the Raisina Hill, past the imposing India Gate, President House and Parliament House. Old Delhi - Here you will view Red Fort, the most Opulent Fort and Palace of the Mughal Empire. 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

Day 03        Delhi – Neemrana 122 kms/ 2-½ hrs

After breakfast drive to Neemrana - Built since 1464 AD, Neemrana Fort-Palace is among India's oldest
heritage resorts. Neemrana became the third capital of the descendants of Prithviraj Chauhan III, who was killed in battle by Mohammad Ghori in 1192 AD. This picturesque site was chosen by Raja Rajdeo and Neemrana derived its name from a brave local chieftain Nimola Meo, who when defeated by the Chechens, Pleaded that his name be given to his lost kingdom.

It is Rajasthan's closest palace from New Delhi, situated at 122 kms. on the Delhi-Jaipur highway  Sited on a majestic plateau, concealed in a horseshoe formation of the billion year old Aravallis ranges. Overnight stay.

Day 04        Neemrana – Samode Village 185 kms 3-½ hrs

After breakfast drive to Samode - built in stages starting 400 years ago, the Palace was converted in to a
Heritage Hotel by the Samode Family. The Ornate interiors are a fine example of the Rajput-Mughal Haveli Architecture. Samode, ancient royal retreat, notable for its Wall Paintings and Glass work in the Grand Durbar Hall. Overnight stay.

Day 05        Samode Village – Dundold   220 kms / 4 hrs

After breakfast drive to Dundlod – a tiny town against picturesque surroundings offers an interesting stop
over. It has a rugged fort and a palace now run as a heritage hotel. Havelis of the Goenka family ornate with fine frescoes are a visual delight. Kila of Dundold the 17th century Rajputana Fort studded with monumental Nostalgia of Shekhawati, the warrior Rajputs who with stood the onslaught of Mughal hordes. Since then the cultural heritage of splendid Rajasthan is preserved as its ethos are imbibed in architectural grandeur of the Dundlod Fort. The silent ripples of the golden sand dunes, which besiege the Kila lures, and enchants tourists and villagers as well.

The Fort of Dundlod is an embodiment of cultural amalgamation of Rajputana and Mughal School of Art and Architecture. Its motif of flowers and foliage, minarets, mythological paintings, archaic furniture, wall hangings of arrows and shields have remained unchanged since hoary past. Here commercialism of artificial world could not slip in. Staying in Dundlod Fort is almost like living through the days of James Tod who described the splendors of Rajasthan. On every dawn the first ray of the sun befalls over the fort as an eternal bliss to the land of mystique and charisma. Overnight  stay.

Day 06        Dundlod – Khimsar   296 kms / 6 hrs

After breakfast drive to Khimsar – perched on the edge of the great thar desert in the heart of rural India. It
offers a wide range of experiences. The battle-scarred walls and turrets remind you of its glorious past as a center of much warfare, as well as commerce and trade. The initial construction began in 1523, but the family moved in during the 18th century when a new ‘zanana’ (ladies wing) was constructed. Thakur Onkar Singh built a regal wing for himself in the 1940s. Today, the Khimsar Fort ranks high among the premier classified heritage hotels of India. Overnight  stay.

Day 07        Khimsar – Jodhpur 90 kms / 3-½ hrs

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 Meherangarh Fort, 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 Bhavan Palace and its museum – a treasure trove. 

Village Safari (By Jeep)- A memorable outing in Jeeps visit various traditional villages seeing local handicrafts viz. stone makers, pottery, hand weaving and also men in their traditional attire, women clad with ancestral silver jewellery, etc. Overnight  stay.

Day 08        Jodhpur – Sardarsamand  60 kms /1 hrs

Morning drive to Sardarsamand - a hunting lodge built by H.H. Maharaja Umaid Singh in 1933, is replete with impressive art deco architecture. All the original features have been retained and expansive grounds and gardens of hotel Sardar Samand Palace offer delightful walks. Overlooking the large lake teeming with Birdlife, the lake resort affords one of the most breathtakingly beautiful views of Lake Sardar Samand. An Ideal place to unwind.

Bishnoi Village Safari (By Jeep)- A memorable outing in Jeeps visit various traditional villages seeing local handicrafts viz. stone makers, pottery, hand weaving and also men in their traditional attire, women clad with ancestral silver jewellery, etc.

Day 09        Sardarsamand – Udaipur 215 kms / 4 -½ hrs

After breakfast leave for Udaipur. Enroute visit to Ranakpur temples of the Jains, 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 Bazar & Shopping. Over night stay.

Day 10        Udaipur

Today sight seeing of Udaipur includes The City Palace, drive around Fateh Sagar lake, Sahelion-ki-Bari
(The fountained 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 11        Udaipur - Dungarpur 120 kms / 2 hrs

After breakfast drive to Dungarpur – the diversity of nature unfolds in this hill town situated at the foothills of the Aravalis. Dungarpur was founded in 1282 A. D.   by Rawal Veer Singh. The region offers varied flora and fauna and an interesting topography, ranging from wild and rugged terrain in the North-East to fertile alluvial plains in the South-West. Complementing the scenic landscapes are the magnificent rivers-Mahi and Som. While the former separates the district from banswara, the latter draws a natural boundary between the district and daipur. The town is a visual delight during monsoons. Besides its rich natural wealth, Dungarpur boasts of a unique style of architecture as seen in the old palaces and noble residences. Also famous are lacquer painted toys and picture frames. Late visit to Udai Bilas Palace, Juna Mahal, Gaib Sagar Lake, Beneshwar and Galiyakot. Overnight stay.

Day 12        Dungarpur – Bijaipur
                 
After breakfast drive to Bijaipur. Arrive Bijaipur and check in hotel. Visit to Castle Bijaipur – are the descendents of the great Rajput warrior, Shakti Singh. He was younger brother of the great Maharana Pratap Singh, a ruler of Mewar (Udaipur Region). The Castle built in 16th century. The Castle reflects a life style of Mewar with matching cuisine. The castle has had the privilege of playing host to thousands of tourists over the last one decade.  Castle Bijaipur have 23 traditional style lavishly furnished rooms. The suite rooms get ample natural lights and are tastefully furnished with local material’s colour and design. One can have glimpses of village life style and green fields from terrace. The village Bijaipur is surrounded by green hills and the castle is situated in middle of village. The village is on the way to Bundi – Kota Road, 40 kms away from Chittorgarh. Overnight stay.