Friday, September 4, 2009

Royal Rajasthan Holidays

Duration : 12 Nights / 13 Days
Destinations : Delhi - Jodhpur - Luni - Dhamli - Deogarh - Narlai - Kumbalgarh - Ranakpur - Udaipur - Dungarpur - Udaipur - Delhi

Day 01: Abroad - Delhi
Arrive Delhi. Meet and assistance on arrival and transfer from airport to hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 02: Delhi
After breakfast proceed to full day sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi visiting Jama Masjid
(the largest mosque in Asia), Red Fort (built between 1639-48 by the Shah Jahan, the creator of the Taj Mahal), the Rajghat (the cremation site of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi) and Qutab Minar (72m high), the most perfect of towers of the Persian world. The drive through New Delhi includes the Embassy area (Diplomatic Enclave), government buildings, India Gate, Birla Temple, Connaught Place and past Safdarjang's Tomb (1753 AD). Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 03: Delhi - Jodhpur
Morning transfer to domestic airport to catch flight to Jodhpur. Arrive Jodhpur transfer to Hotel. Afternoon visit the magnificent Mehrangarh Fort and see the cenotaphs of former rulers at Jaswant Thada. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 04: Jodhpur - Luni
Morning drive to Luni and check into Chanwa Fort Luni, an exceptional example of Rajput architecture. Afternoon village safari around Luni. See Bishnoi tribal villages and rural, Rajasthani life there Khejri tree groves, deer herds, peacocks and migratory birds make it a serene location. Evening free at leisure. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 05: Luni - Dhamli
Morning drive to Dhamli, a typical Rajasthani village Dhamli located in the Marwar region of Rajasthan Stay at Beautiful Dhamli Fort.
Afternoon explore the village and see the traditional artisans at work. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 06: Dhamli - Deogarh
Morning drive to Deogarh, a delightful small town reminiscent of a Rajasthan, that few see today. Stay one night at the Deogarh Mahal, an exquisitely restored, hilltop fort. Afternoon exploration of the typical Rajasthani village surrounding the fortress before paying an evening visit to the fascinating cave temple and a stunning view point at sunset. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 07 : Deogarh - Narlai
Morning drive to Narlai for two nights at Rawla Narlai, a 17th century fortress gifted by Maharaja Umaid Singh to his brother in 1925 and, at the time, a hunting lodge. Situated in Narlai village. Check in at Hotel. Later proceed to visit Narlai village. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 08: Kumbhalgarh - Ranakpur
After breakfast drive to Ranakpur enroute visit Kumbhalgarh, a massive hilltop fort surrounded by walls and comprising a maze of temples and palaces. After lunch at Hotel. Drive to Ranakpur & proceed to visit Ranakpur Temples - the most magnificent 15th century Jain temples situated in the deep secluded valley of the Aravalli Hill. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 09: Ranakpur - Udaipur
After breakfast drive to Udaipur. Upon arrival, check in at Hotel. Later proceed to city tour of Udaipur. The tour will includes beautiful Sahelion-ki-Bari Gardens this small garden made for the queens and the maids, has many fountains and other important figures. The Jagdish Temple this Indo-Aryan Temple made by Maharana Jagat Singh in 1651 AD, is the largest and the most beautiful temple of Udaipur, with many intricately sculpted idols displaying the fine Indo-Aryan architecture.Finally visit the Pratap Museum The museum houses the old sculptures and inscriptions. One can see the antique paintings of Dewar and the turban worn by prince Khurram (Emperor Shahajahan) on display, which was gifted to Maharana Khazan Singh by Shahjahan. Evening enjoy boat ride in Lake Pichola in Udaipur. Overnight at hotel in Udaipur.

Day 10: Udaipur - Dungarpur
After breakfast drive to Dungarpur, a small town nestling in the Aravalli Hills. Check in at hotel later This is a small town dominated by the fascinating tribal traditions of the Bheel Tribe. Proceed to Visit the local tribal markets to study how the Bheels live. Evening free at leisure. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 11: Dungarpur
Morning free at leisure. Afternoon drive up to the old palace to see the colorful and vibrant frescoes, exquisite miniature paintings, glass and mirror inlay work. Proceed to the top of the hill to watch the sun set over the hills. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 12 : Dungarpur - Udaipur - Delhi
Morning at leisure. Afternoon drive to Udaipur in time to board connecting flight to Delhi. Upon arrival, transfer to international airport for flight to the next destination.

Day 13: Delhi - Abroad
Morning transfer to International airport to catch your flight for onward destination.
Tour End…

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