Tour Day 1: ARRIVE DELHI
Upon arrival you will be met at the airport with garlands. Our executive would
escort you to your hotel. We would have done a pre check in for you at the
hotel which saves you time in the middle of the night.
After Breakfast you begin with the sightseeing of Delhi.
Old Delhi begins with the drive past the Red Fort and the enchanting narrow
lanes of the Chandni Chowk . You would visit the Jama Masjid, which is
considered to be one of the largest Mosque in the Country . Also enjoy a
riksha ride in old City.
Further on drive to Qutab Minar (1193 AD) this striking medieval tower of
victory of Persian World is 73 m high. Within the Qutab complex, amidst the
ruins of Quwat-ul-Islam mosque, stands the Iron pillar which has stood the
vagaries of weather and has not rusted over 1500 years. Also drive through New
Delhi includes the Embassy area (Diplomatic enclave), Government buildings,
India Gate & a Sikh Temple (Bangla Sahib Gurudwara).
Return to Hotel.
Tour Day 2: DELHI - KESROLI
After Breakfast drive to Kesrauli. The 14th century Hill-Fort, Kesroli is the
oldest heritage site in India where you can stay. Sited atop the rare, dark
Hornstone Breccia rocks, it commands splendid agrarian views from its ramparts
which rise to 50-65 meters/ 150-200 feet. Kesroli makes an ideal base to visit
the neighbouring palaces, museums and sanctuaries of Alwar & Sariska.
The origins of the seven-turreted Hill-Fort Kesroli are traced back to over
six centuries. It is reputed to have been built by the Yaduvanshi Rajputs,
descendants of Lord Krishna, who converted to Islam in the mid-14th century to
be called Khanzadas.
It subsequently changed hands, being conquered by the Mughals and the Jats
before reverting to the Rajputs in 1775 when the princely state of Alwar was
founded. It saw its golden period under the Ranawat Thakur Bhawani Singh
(1882-1934), renowned for his equestrian skills
Tour Day 3: KESROLI BHARATPUR
Drive to Bharatpur after breakfast. Spread over an area of 29 sq. kms,
Keoladeo National Park, is one of the best waterfowl habitats in the world.
Arrive and check in the hotel. Later visit the Bird Sanctuary. Overnight stay
at hotel.
The Keoladeo National Park in Rajasthan, India is a famous avifauna sanctuary
that sees (or saw) thousands of rare and highly endangered birds such as the
Siberian Crane come here during the winter season. Over 230 species of birds
are known to have made the National Park their home. It is also a major
tourist centre with scores of ornithologists arriving here in the hibernal
season. It was declared a protected sanctuary in 1971. It is also a declared
World Heritage Site.
Tour Day 04: AGRA
Full Day Excursion to Agra. The city of Taj Mahal. We then take you for the
sightseeing of the Taj Mahal - poem written in white marble, the most
extravagant monument ever built for love. Your guide takes you to other
spectacular monuments of the Mughal era , including the larger than life Agra
Fort & the forgotten Capital of Fatehpur Sikri. Return to Hotel at Kesroli.
Tour Day 05: BHARATPUR RANTHAMBORE
After breakfast in the morning you will be driven to Ranthambhore. Upon
arrival at Ranthambhore you will check into hotel. Later visit the
Ranthambhore National Park. Ranthambhore National Park is famous for its
tigers and offers great opportunities for photographers and wildlife lovers.
The Ranthambhore National Park offers an intense diversity of flora and fauna.
Explore the flora and fauna of Ranthambhore National Park by taking jungle
safari. Overnight stay will be at your hotel.
Ranthambhore National Park , at the junction of the Aravalis and the Vindhyas,
is a unique example of natural and historical richness, standing out
conspicuously in the vast, arid and denuded tract of eastern Rajasthan, barely
14 kilometers from Sawai Madhopur. Get in tune with nature for a luxury
holiday in the heart of the jungle. It has come to be known as "The land of
the Tiger", where most of the documented footage of this majestic beast has
been recorded.
Reach and retire for the night after an early dinner
Tour Day 06: RANTHAMBORE
Wake up early morning and leave for your safari into the National Park. Track
the tigers and other wildlife through the morning. Return to the resort /
lodge by 1000 in the morning and have breakfast.
Freshen up and either spend time at the pool or visit the town. You could also
go for a nice visit to the temple on top of the fort.
In the afternoon have lunch and then leave again for you afternoon safari. The
safari will be till evening 1700 - 1800 hr and then return to the resort /
lodge.
Dinner will be at the resort and retire early for the night. Overnight will be
at Ranthambhore.
Tour Day 07: RANTHAMBORE BUNDI
Drive to Bundi. Located 66 km to the south of Ranthambore, Bundi is famous for
its monuments, especially the Taragarh fort (built in 1354). Other attractions
of the city include Bhim Burj (the largest battlement), a huge water reservoir
carved out of solid rock, Bundi palace, Raniji-ki-Baoli (Queen's step well),
Nagar Sagar Kund, Nawal Sagar, Dhabhai Kund and the Bhora-ji-ka-Kund. You can
also see the Sabzi Mandi, the 84-pillared cenotaph and the Phool Sagar (built
in the 20th century).
Overnite at Hotel
Tour Day 08: BUNDI BAMBORA
Drive to Bambora. Enroute visit Kota. Kota, built on the eastern bank of
Chambal River, is approximately 100 km from Ranthambore. Once a significant
part of the erstwhile Rajput kingdom of Bundi, it assumed a separate identity
during the 17th century. The attractions of the city include the City fort and
palace, Kota Barrage, Kishore Sagar tank, Jagmandir Palace, Brij Vilas Palace
Museum, Chambal gardens, Chhattar Bilas gardens, etc.
Overnite at Bambora.
Tour Day 09: BAMBORA UDAIPUR
Today morning, after breakfast a very short drive brings us to city of lakes
and gardens, the city of romance, often called as the Venice of East.
UDAIPUR is perhaps a unique pre-modern capital in Rajasthan which has no fort.
Coming to life after the final sacking of Chittor , Udaipur saw an explosion
of building activity - temples, palaces and Havelis. Lake Picchola with its
two islands- Jagniwas (now the Lake Palace Hotel) and Jagmandir defines
Udaipur. The City Palace towers over the lake. The artificial Jaisamand Lake
was created in 17th century by damming the Gomti River. There are beautiful
chhatries (Cenotaphs) around the embankment.
In the evening we have a boat ride for you on the placid waters of Lake
Picchola, from the boat you will be able to view the city of Udaipur as it
raises majestically above the lake, in the middle of the desert of Rajasthan,
the most romantic site to be. Late evening we host you a sumptuous dinner at
the splendid Bagore-ki-Haveli. The dinner includes cocktails and a dance
performance from the locals
Tour Day 10: UDAIPUR SARDARGARH
Morning Drive to a small village very close to Udaipur. Sardargarh, one of the
magnificent forts of Rajasthan, is an extravagant creation by men of a bygone
era, placed amidst the mountains and deep forests of Chuppun. Sardar Singh,
one of the most powerful Dhodhias, built the Sardargarh Fort during 1738 to
1743. You can see the ramparts of the mystery filled Sardargarh, like a great
ship anchored at outer sea, much before you get close to the gigantic walls
soaring high above the low lying village of Lawa. Magnificent fort of
Sardargarh is situated 94km north from Udaipur.
Overnite at the Hotel.
Tour Day 11: SARDARGARH - PUSHKAR
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Pushkar - one of the most significant
Hindu pilgrimage destination and venue for the biggest cattle fair in the
world. On arrival, check in at the hotel or Swiss tents and proceed for a
sightseeing tour of Pushkar that includes visits to the Brahma Temple and the
Pushkar Lake besides the nearly 400 odd temples and numerous lakes that you
can see on your stay. Return to the hotel or Swiss tents for an overnight stay
in Pushkar.
Tour Day 12: PUSHKAR MANDAWA
In the morning, you will be driven to Mandawa (240 km). Upon arrival in
Mandawa, our representative will transfer you to hotel.
Afternoon visit the enormous Havelis with fascinating murals and painted
frescoes built by the wealthy Rajasthani merchants ("Marwaris") in the 19th
century. The Havelis are mansion of a unique residential architectural style
that evolved around courtyards to serve the purpose of family security,
privacy for the women as also protecting the inhabitants from the long, harsh
summers. Overnight will be at hotel.
Tour Day 13 : MANDAWA JAIPUR
After breakfast, drive to Jaipur . Mandawa came into prominence in the 14th
century when a number of Muslim clans moved into the area and the towns of
this region developed into important trading posts on the caravan routes
emanating from the ports of Gujarat. This region is famous for painted havelis
(houses) most of which date back from the 18th century. The major towns of
interest are Mandawa, Fatehpur, Nawalgarh.
Upon arrival check in to the Hotel.
Tour Day 14: JAIPUR
After breakfast, excursion to Amber the old capital of Jaipur rulers. Ride on
back of an elephant from the foot of the hill up to the gates of the fortress.
Afternoon sight seeing tour of Jaipur includes Maharajas Museum and Jai Singh
Astronomical Observatory and Hawa Mahal. This evening we host you a dinner
with an Indian family to observe the guest friendliness of an Indian host.
Tour Day 15: JAIPUR DELHI
After breakfast we drive to Delhi. 200 kms / 5 hrs. Upon arrival we hold
day rooms for you at the hotel not too far from the airport. Transfer to board
your onward flight back home.