UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE ELEPHANTA CAVE TEMPLE

In the morning leave by Motor Launch & travel across the hrabour to the world famous Elephanta Caves: a UNESCO World Heritage site 9 km by sea from Gateway of India. From Gateway of India regular ferry service are available. A ferry ride across the harbor takes you to Gharapuri the local name for Elephanta. Almost at its center the island rises into two conical hillocks. The island stone elephant was found when they landed there in the 16th century. These eight-century rock-cut caves were hewn out of the hills and sculpted intricately. Three avenues made from four rows of massive columns cut into the main rock lead to the 18-ft high imposing structure of Maheshmurti- depicting Shiva as the creator, destroyer & Preserver. It has been often erroneously called the Trimurti. Overnight stay

This afternoon visit to mighty Gateway of India, the ceremonial arch was built in 1927 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary for the Delhi Durbar in 1911 than visit to Victoria Terminus – Gothic Architecture style, Then travel to the Church gate Railway Station to observe local dabbawallas at work as they prepare to deliver hundreds of thousands of home-cooked meals to working professionals throughout the city with astonishing accuracy. Later visit to visit Mani Bhavan, where Mahatma Gandhi was based from 1917 to 1934, and organized much of his movement for independence Overnight stay

ELLORA CAVES | UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE

Early morning transfer to airport to board the flight for Aurangabad meet and greet transfer to hotel Later visit to Daulatabad Fort is a magnificent fort situated in Maharashtra, at a distance of around 13 km from the Aurangabad city. It forms a part of the Daulatabad city, which was earlier known as 'Devigiri'. The fort, perched at a height of approximately 60 ft, dates back to the 12th century.

Aurangabad Caves lie nestled in a valley, between Sihyachal and Satara hill ranges. Dating back to somewhere around the 2nd-3rd century, these caves serve as the proof of the flourishing Buddhist settlement in Maharashtra during that time. Ellora Caves are situated in Maharashtra, at a distance of approximately 30 km from the city of Aurangabad. Founded in the period between 5th century and 10th century AD, these caves were declared as one of the World Heritage Sites by UNESCO, a number of years back. Ellora Caves were carved out of the vertical face of the Charanandri hills and comprise of temples as well as monasteries. There are total twelve Buddhist Caves at Ellora (numbered 1 to 12), while the Hindu Caves number seventeen (13 to 29). On the other hand, the Jain Caves excavated at the site are only five in number (numbered 30 to 34). The co-existence of Hindi, Jain and Buddhist Caves, at the same site, serves as a proof of the fact that religious harmony prevailed during that period.

The earliest excavation carried out at the site of Ellora Caves revealed the Cave number twenty-nine, known as Dhumar Lena. Then, there is the magnificent Kailasa Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, situated inside cave 16. The temple holds the distinction of being the single largest monolithic structure in the whole world and makes one of the major attractions of the Ellora Caves.

AJANTA CAVES | UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE

After breakfast drive to Ajanta Caves 100 Kms from Aurangabad. Ajanta Caves are one of the most magnificent Buddhist caves in the whole of India. Counted amongst the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Maharashtra, these caves have been found to date back to the 2nd century BC. There are approximately 30 caves at the site of Ajanta, of which cave number are 9, 10, 19, 26 and 29 are chaitya - grihas. The rest of the caves have been found to comprise of monasteries.

Ajanta Caves were discovered in 1819 AD and some of the paintings discovered inside them were made between 5th and 7th century AD. Almost each and every painting found inside the premises of these caves centers around Buddhist religion. Some of them portray Lord Buddha, some Bodhisattvas, while some other are based on the Jatakas tales and incidents from the life of Lord Buddha. Mud-plaster ground, built as per the tempera technique, forms the base for the paintings seen at Ajanta.

The older caves situated at Ajanta were constructed centuries before the birth of Christ and belong to the time when the Hinayana sect of Buddhism was flourishing in India. The second group caves date to somewhere around the later part of 2nd century AD, by which time Buddhism had been divided into two different sects. This time period can be said to be the one, after the fourth General Council was held under the rule of the great king, Kanishka. Drive back to Aurangabad. Overnight stay at Hotel.

UDAIPUR | ROMANTIC LAKE CITY

After early breakfast transfer to airport for fly to Udaipur – Romantic city of lakes. Today sightseeing of Udaipur includes The City Palace, drive around Fateh Sagar Lake, Sahelion-ki-Bari (The fountain and flowered garden of Maidens), and Partap Smarak: A memorial to the legendary warrior Rana Pratap, also visit to Jagdish temple- built in 1651 AD.

UDAIPUR | EKLINGJI & NAGDA

Afternoon short drive to Delwara and the temple complex of Eklingji and Nagda - A Religious complex Northern region of Mewar 22 Km It houses 108 temples chiseled out of sandstone and marble, this temple of Eklingji was built in 734 AD. Enclosed by high walls, it is devoted to Eklingji (A form of Shiv Deity adored under the epithet of EKLINGA). Return to Udaipur for lunch at a specialty fine-dining restaurant before returning to the hotel to enjoy the rest of the day at leisure Stroll through the Bazaar and streets, famous in RAJASTHAN for these silver jewels.

JODHPUR | RANAKPUR & THE BLUE CITY

After breakfast drive 260 kms /5 hrs to Jodhpur en - route visit to Ranakpur temples an architectural masterpiece of the Jains, built in the 15th century in the lovely valley of Aravalis. It has grand structure & beautiful Sculptures. An enormous basement covers 48,000 sq. feet area. There are four subsidiary shrines, twenty-four pillared halls and eligibly domes supported by over four hundred columns. The total number of columns is 1,444 all of which are intricately carved no two being alike. The artistically carved nymphs playing the flute in various dance postures at a height of 45 feet are an engrossing sight. In the assembly hall, there are two big bells weighing 108 kgs whose sound echoes in the entire complex. Our drive continues to Jodhpur the Blue city and 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.

BISHNOI | EXPLORE BLUE CITY & REMOTE VILLAGE

Today Sightseeing half day sightseeing of the city includes visit to Meharangarh 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

Late afternoon visits Bishnoi Village - A memorable outing in 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

NAGAUR | CTTLE FAIR ATTRACTIONS

After breakfast drive 144 kms /3 hrs to Nagaur which is known for its Nagaur Cattle festival. Here you will and check in at hotel and move towards the fairground to witness the largest animal trading. Here you will see bullocks, Marwari horses, see shearing sheep, and other animals which are been traded every year. Approx more than, 7000 animals are been traded every year in the fair. Later you will back to the hotel and enjoy the cool ambience of the hotel.

• Since a lot of visitors attend this festival, the state tourism department puts up a tourist village to provide accommodation.
• Camps, tents and the setup of bonfire adds up to the excitement of staying in a desert.
• The main attraction of the fair is the Mirchi Bazaar (Red chilly market), which is an interesting place for shopaholics to buy wooden items, leather articles, handicrafts, traditional jewellery.
• Animals are decorated in the best possible way, and a beauty contest is conducted to select the best animal.
• Visitors can try the local cuisine, especially sweets, and tea made up of camel milk.
• The night gets beautifully lit up with fireworks in the sky, making it an event to remember.

While coming in the fair you will attend various competitions and cultural activities, which will surely add new flavor in your trip. You will spend your entire night at in the tent.

KHIMSAR | SALT WATER LAKE

After breakfast 45 Kms/1 hr 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. Today we will arrange Jeep / Camel safari nearby villages. Overnight stay at hotel

DEPARTURE | Mumbai

After breakfast drive to Jodhpur to board the flight for Mumbai to connect the flight to onward destination