Historical Rajasthan

Delhi - Agra - Bharatpur - Karoli - Pachewar - Deogarh - Narlai - Luni - Jaisalmer - Jaisalmer - Bikaner - Kuchaman - Pachar - Jaipur - Jaipur - Delhi.

15 Days /14 Nights

Highlights

Watching the bird in Bharatpur Pilgrimage site of Karoli See the cenotaphs of Pachewar Enjoy your stay in heritage hotels Desert safari in Jaisalmer Stand front of Taj Mahal Caparisoned elephant ride at Amber fort Sound & light show at Red fort

Day 01   Arrive Delhi

Today Arrive Delhi, The Capital of India. You are greeted with a traditional Indian Welcome and escorted transfer to Hotel.

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 - Agra 200 kms / 4-½ hrs

After early breakfast drive to Agra. Arrive Agra and check in hotel. Afternoon visit to Agra Fort built by Akbar the Great and the city. Also visit the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah built by Empress Noor Jehan in the memory of Her Father. As you drive through the city witness the local life and bazaars (markets) and the hustle bustle of everyday India Enjoy the Magnificent Taj Mahal – The Monument of Love in the warm glow of Sunset, which was built in 1630 by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1631,

Day 04 Agra – Bharatpur 50 kms /1 hrs

In the morning, after breakfast, you would drive to Bharatpur bird sanctuary. The park is 50 kms west of Agra. Spanning over an area of 29 sq km, Bharatpur bird sanctuary has over 350 species of birds. Popularly known as the Kaledeo Ghana National park, the park encompasses great flora and fauna to explore. This is a beautiful national park and tourists from all over the world come here. Try out safaris in Bharatpur national park as it would enable you to explore the many faceted of the Bharatpur landscape. Morning Safari would just be the best. In morning, the Mother Nature is in its full beauty, the virgin forest appears green and photogenic. Feel the dew drop on your body and the cool misty air soothing your soul. Best season is Oct to March to experience the migratory birds. Cranes, Pelicans, Geese, Ducks, Eagles, Hawks, Shanks, Stints, Wagtails, Warblers, Wheatears, Flycatchers, Buntings, Larks and Pipits, etc are few to mention. Siberian Cranes are quite popular amongst them. We would also visit Lohagarh fort, which falls within the vicinity of national park. We would also cover Deeg Palace and Bharatpur Government Museum which are closer to the park.

Day 05 Bharatpur – Kairoli 100 kms / 2 hrs

From Bharatpur, you will move to Kairoli in the early morning, just after your breakfast. You will resort to one of the best hotels in Kairoli - 100 kms southwest from Mathura; Kairoli is a small town which houses the famous Madan Mohan temple. Better known for its pink stone used for construction, Kairoli is a pilgrimage center and has an old palace which, though mostly in ruins. To make your tour a bit different, we have planned your visit to a small village nearby. It will give you an exact effigy of the place. You will find women wearing Lehanga Choli, another form of skirt blouse. Though they are same but they vary in design and intricacies. The attire these females wear is bright in color. Overnight at hotels

Day 06 Kairoli – Pachewar

Today morning drive to Pachewar. The city is famous for enotaphs, blue pottery kiln, metal toy makers and interesting surroundings. It is a small village, silent yet quite vibrant village. You would be provided a five star deluxe accommodation. If possible, we would try your room in Pachewar Garh, a heritage hotel. Apart from being a hotel, Pachewar fort is great heritage piece to explore. With Indo-European style, Pachewar Garh is a well maintained fort massive rampart, imposing gates, intricate balconies and  spacious apartments. This will be the first time you will be exploring to a heritage hotel, so take a full pleasure in scrutinizing this place. You will feel like a King. The services and hospitality of these hotels are just impeccable. After spending some time in the hotel we would explore Pachewar village, there are number of small and big attractions which beautifies it.

Day 07 Pachewar – Deogarh

Drive to you next venture would be Deogarh, another fascinating destination of Rajasthan. Deogarh city was constructed in 1670 by Rawat Dwarkadasji of the Chundawat clan of the Sisodia Dynasty. In Deogarh, you would explore Deogarh Mahal and Dash avatar Temple. You would resort to one of the best five star hotels in Deogarh. Sightseeing tour is an essential part of any tour and you just cannot happen to miss that. You would have tourist spots like Deograh Mahal and Dashavatar temple to explore. Today the Deogarh Mahal has been transformed into a modern heritage hotel having all facilities. Late evening we would organize a puppet show at your resort. The puppet show narrates the stories and the legacies attached with Deogarh. The show would be for 1 to 2 hrs. Overnight stay.

Day 08   Deogarh – Narlai

From Deogarh, we would resort to a lesser known destination of Rajasthan - Narlai. Your guide would accommodate you in best of hotels in Narlai. There are number of legends attached with Narlai. One of them says that the saga Narad Muni meditated long before it was inhabited and later it became a hunting preserve for the Sisodias. As a part of exploration, we would take you to Rawla Narlai - At present, it is a heritage hotel. It was once a hunting lodge. This heritage hotel is beautifully restored. We would take Narlai and Loni as your rest zones. As these places have lesser attractions to explore, we would recommend you to try out village expedition from your resort.

Day 09   Narlai – Luni - Jaisalmer

Luni is a small village located 35 kms from Jodhpur. It is called an artisan village and the people are still pursuing their ancestral profession of fashioning metal. Since the city is located on the bank of river Luni, it offers a good opportunity to you to avail the beauty of nature amidst it. We would visit the Luni fort, an exceptional example of Indian architecture. The fort has been converted into a heritage hotel. One of the most see's on your Rajasthan itinerary. Drive to Jaisalmer. Jaisalmer - Jaisalmer, the ancient citadel on the Caravan route linking India with Persia, Arabia and The Mediterranean. Few cities in the world can match the Magnificence. Jaisalmer is renowned for its intricately carved & chiseled Haveli’s (Mansions), which illustrate superb craftsmanship.

Day 10    Jaisalmer

Morning embark half day tour of Jaisalmer fort. Afterwards visit to the Gadisar Tank & large houses of the merchant called havelies, some of them dating to the Premediaval Patwon Ki Haveli, Salim Shah Haveli and Nathamal Ki Haveli with their intricately carved screens on the facades and the typical traditional architecture.Afternoon desert Camel Safari - start for Sam Sand Dunes on edge of desert national park. Located in the midst of Thar Desert this camp recreates the magical atmosphere of a traditional Mediaeval Desert Camp on a trade route. The Camp provides for all the comforts. The accommodation consists of Swiss Cottage Type tents with attached baths having running hot & cold water.

Day 11   Jaisalmer - Bikaner 333 Kms / 6-7 hrs

Morning drive to Bikaner - it 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 Gujurat Sea Ports. Morning 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 12   Bikaner – Kuchaman

After breakfast city drive for Kuchaman.  Check in hotel. Freshen up with a warm cup of coffee. Later your breakfast would be served in your room. There are not much things to watch here. But the regions are quite famous for skirting a desert. As a heritage piece, you have Kuchaman fort to discover. Now turned into a heritage hotel, Kuchaman fort hotel has 34 rooms with well equipped modern amenities. Not much to see yet lot to discover through a simple walk in the narrow lanes of village.

Day 13   Kuchaman – Pachar

Today from Kuchaman, we will move to Pachar. Pachar is a small village with lake on one side and sand dunes on the other. Another break on your long tour, we would rest today and will enjoy the pleasure given to us by our resort. Plan out what all you would do the next day as you are going to visit Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan.

Day 14 Pachar – Jaipur

After breakfast drive to Pink city - Jaipur.. A warm welcome would be given. Jaipur encompasses array of attractions are Maharaja’s city palace - where you can see an imposing blend of traditional Rajasthani and Mughal Art. The museum is resplendent with its collection of robes of royal princes, carpets, an armory of old weapons, miniature paintings portraying court scenes, battle scenes and processions, Jantar Mantar (an accurate observatory built in 1726 A.D.), Birla White Marble temple and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) - a five storied wonder with a spectacular pyramidal facade and overhanging windows with latticed screens, domes and spires. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 15 Jaipur – Delhi 259 kms / 5 hrs

After breakfast visit the 17th century fortress of Amber Fort - marvelous example of Rajput architecture with its terraces and ramparts reflected in the Maota Lake below. Go up the fort ascended on Caparisoned Elephant true to the style of the Maharajas of the past. Later proceed to Mandawa - The region lays the triangular area between Delhi, Jaipur and Bikaner and includes Jhunjhuniun, Sikar and Churu districts of Rajasthan. Later proceed to Delhi and say good bye to this fascinating land upon arrival transfer to airport to board the flight for onward destination.