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*Note: Exact hotels of your tour will be confirmed 15-20 days prior to tour. Hotels mentioned are symbolic and can be changed to similar hotel. Unless mentioned: Base category room calculated.
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Land of Maharajas

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Tour Start Location

New Delhi

Tour End Location

New Delhi

General Inclusions

  • Elephant ride for uphill and jeeps for downhill at the Amber Fort in Jaipur.
  • Sunset Boat ride in Lake Pichola
  • Presently applicable taxes
  • 16-nights’ accommodation in sharing Double or Twin room basis
  • Breakfasts in the residing hotels (starting from day 02)
  • Local English-speaking guides as per sightseeing
  • Village tour in Rural Stay
  • Private AC transport as per program in appropriate sized vehicle
  • Dinner & Camel ride in Desert Camp
  • 01 Dinners in Ranthambore

General Exclusions

  • Any Airfare, insurance or visa fees
  • Personal expenses of any nature
  • Camera or video fee
  • Tips or gratuity (not compulsory but recommended and appropriate)
  • Major meals (lunch, dinner) unless specified
  • Anything not mentioned in ‘Package Costs Includes’
  • Entrances to monuments/activities (supplement given)

Compliments from Truly India

  • Warm welcome with fresh flower garlands on arrival in India
  • 02 water bottles per person in vehicle per day
  • Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi market
Itinerary

Day 1Arrival NewDelhi

Arrive at New Delhi’s ‘IGI International Airport’. Meet with our company representative, warm welcome with fresh flower garlands & then transfer to hotel in your private Vehicle.

On arrival, check-in. Overnight at hotel.

Day 2 New Delhi

Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for Delhi’s tour.

Start the tour by visiting Raj Ghat, this peaceful, very well maintained park contains a simple black-marble platform marking the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated following his assassination in 1948.

Next you will be driven to Old Delhi market, just before entering the market you will embark on a ‘Rickshaw’ to steer through tiny lanes of Chandni Chowk. Ride past the majestic Red Fort & through the main Chandni Chowk street straight to Khari Baoli; Asia’s biggest wholesale spice market selling all kinds of spices, herbs, nuts & food products like rice, tea etc. Hop on to your rickshaws and pass through the tiny lanes of Kinaari Bazaar; lane for Indian attire accessories like borders etc, Dariba Kalan; lane for Silver market. Hop off and bid bye to your Rickshaw Puller at Jama Masjid; A beautiful pocket of calm at the heart of Old Delhi’s mayhem, the capital’s largest mosque is built on a 10m elevation. It can hold a mind-blowing 25,000 people.

Later drive through Parliament’s street, & around the Rashtrapati Bhawan. Short photography stop at India Gate; This imposing 42m-high stone memorial arch was designed by Lutyens in 1921. It pays tribute to around 90,000 Indian Army soldiers who died in WWI, the Northwest Frontier operations and the 1919 Anglo-Afghan War.(note:photography stop at India Gate is strictly subject to security clearance and subject to vehicle parking availability)

Arrive at the Bangla Sahib Gurudwara; This magnificent white-marble gurdwara (Sikh temple), topped by glinting golden onion domes, was constructed at the site where the eighth Sikh guru, Harkrishan Dev, stayed before his 1664 death.

Next visit Humayun’s Tomb, Humayun’s tomb is sublimely well proportioned, seeming to float above its symmetrical gardens. It’s thought to have inspired the Taj Mahal, which it predates by 60 years. Lotus Temple for a short exterior photography stop;

Later proceed to Qutub Minar; The Qutab Minar, soaring Afghan-style victory tower and minaret, erected by sultan Qutb-ud-din in 1193 to proclaim his supremacy over the vanquished Hindu rulers of Qila Rai Pithora and a Kashmiri Co-operative, enjoy a Kashmiri Tea ‘Kahwa’ here when you witness the artisians presenting their local arts & products

Transfer to your hotel at the end of the tour & overnight.

Day 3Delhi – Mandawa

Post breakfast and checkout, drive to Agra 270kms,6-7 hours). On arrival, check-in at hotel.

In The afternoon proceed for Mandawa haveli tour with a local villager.

The intricately painted walls of this place and the detailed work will enthrall you to the fullest. Some of the popular havelis that be visited include the Mandawa Haveli, Jhunjhunwala Haveli and the Chokhani Haveli.

Return to hotel, overnight.

Day 4Mandawa – Bikaner

Post breakfast, checkout from the hotel and proceed to the Bikaner (250kms/5 hours).

Upon arrival at Bikaner, accommodate at the pre booked hotel.

Afternoon proceed to visit Junagarh Fort which consists of courtyards, kiosks and balconies. Next, visit the camel breeding farm, a unique farm in Asia and Karni Mata Temple also known as Rat Temple

An overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 5Bikaner – Jaisalmer

Post breakfast checkout from hotel and proceed to Jaisalmer(330Kms/4-5hrs)-Founded by Maharana Jaisal Singh, a Rajput Singh in 1156 AD, the city derives its name from the ruler itself.

Upon arrival at Jaisalmer, accommodate at the pre booked hotel.

Day 6Jaisalmer – Dunes

Post breakfast embark on a sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer. The city is quite famous for the Jaisalmer Fort, also known as Sonar Quila. The town bustles with various shops, hotels and ancient havelis and is considered as the only living fort in India. Inside this fort, visit the Raj Mahal (royal palace), the Laxminath Temple and several Jain temples. The palace museum has a huge collection of the items belonging to the royal era.

Other attractions that you will visit include Patwon-ki-Haveli, Gadsisar Lake (built in the 14th century by Maharawal Gadsi for the conservation of rain water) and Sam Sand Dunes.

Post sightseeing drive the next destination desert Camp.

Once you reach, you will be comfortably transferred to the Camp where you can complete the check-in formalities.
After straightening your back, you will be taken to the magnificent Sand Dunes in the evening. Sam Sand Dunes is a perfect place to witness matchless sunset views. Experience Jeep ride to the Sunset Point.

Return to camp. Lively folk dances and musical performances will leave a long lasting impression on you.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the Camp.

Day 7Dunes – Jodhpur

Post breakfast, checkout from hotel and drive to Jodhpur (320kms/5-6hours)

On arrival check in at hotel

Post some rest proceed to visit Clock tower & city market. Overnight at hotel.

Day 8Jodhpur – Kumbhalgarh

After your scrumptious breakfast leave for the sightseeing trip. Visit Jaswant Thada – also known as the Taj Mahal of Mewar, Mehrangarh Fort – a spectacular fort perched upon a hill and offering panoramic views of the Jodhpur city and Mandore. Later visit the magnificent Umaid Bhavan Palace Museum.

Post Jodhpur sightseeing, drive to Kumbhalgarh (180kms/3-4hours.

On arrival, check in to hotel.

Later proceed to visit Kumbhalgarh fort includes visit of Halla Pol, Hanuman Pol, Bhairon Pol, Nimboo Pol, Paghra Pol, Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, Vedi Temple, Ganesh Temple, Parsvanath Temple, Bawan Devri Temple, Mamadeo Temple, Kumbha Palace, Birth Place of Maharana Pratap, Badal Mahal.

Overnight in Kumbhalgarh.

Day 9Kumbhalgarh – Ranakpur – Udaipur

Post breakfast, checkout from hotel and drive to Udaipur (130kms/3-4hours) en route stop at Ranakpur Jain Temples.

Dedicated to Tirthankara Rishabhanatha, Ranakpur Jain Temples include several other temples within the campus like the Surya Temple, Chaumukha Temple, Amba Temple and the Parshwanath Temple.

Upon arrival check –in and overnight at hotel in Udaipur.

Day 10Udaipur

Breakfast at hotel and proceed for sightseeing of Udaipur city.

Udaipur city tour comprises of visit to Sahelion-ki-Bari, which is good example of the art of landscaping, a beautiful garden was built for the 48 maidens meant to be a part of the dowry of the princess. Arrive at City Palace, Standing on the edge of the Lake Pichola and built by Maharaja Udai Singh, the gorgeous City Palace is a marvel in marble. Majestically set on a hill, it is accentuated with balconies, towers and cupolas along with superb views of the lake and the city that can be admired from the upper terraces.

Later, a short walk to the Jagdish Temple, lets you immerse in local life & get great pictures. Late afternoon/early evening, you will have boat ride in Lake Pichola, ride takes you to visit Jag Mandir – the first island palace on Lake Pichola.

Overnight in Udaipur.

Day 11Udaipur – Chittorgarh

Post breakfast checkout from hotel and drive to Chittorgarh (110Kms/2hrs).

Chittorgarh – popular for Chittorgarh Fort. The fort covers an enormous area of 700 acres and denotes courage, pride and romance among Rajasthani people.

On arrival check in at hotel, Overnight at Chittorgarh

Day 12Chittorgarh – Pushkar

Post breakfast, explore the Chittorgarh Fort- visit Padmini Palace, Vijay Stambh, and Rana Kumbha’s palace which signifies sacrifice and valor of the heroic Rajaputans. Some other attractions inside the fort such as the Kirti Stambh and Kalika Mata Temple.

Later check out from the hotel and drive to Pushkar (210kms/4-5hrs).

Upon arrival, check-in at hotel, overnight stay.

Day 13Pushkar – Jaipur

Breakfast at hotel. The morning is reserved for a visit to the holy city Pushkar covering the sightseeing of Brahma Temple which is the only temple in the world and Pushkar Lake- believed to be formed by the tears of Lord Shiva

Later drive to Jaipur (150Kms/3hrs). As you reach, check-in at your pre booked hotel.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 14Jaipur

Breakfast at hotel. Proceed for sightseeing of Jaipur

We start with Amber Fort. Elephant ride uphill & Jeep ride downhill at the fort. Nostalgic Amber Fort, near Jaipur in Rajasthan, is one of the most well-known and most-visited forts in India. During downhill, visit a very heritage structure – Panna-Meena ka kund, which is a square-shaped stepwell, with adjoining stairs on all four sides and a room on the northern wall.

We will make our way back to the city, en-route we will stop at Jal Mahal, Possibly the most serene sight amidst the chaos of Jaipur is the beautiful Jal Mahal Jaipur, the Water Palace. Short stops at the Jewel & Carpet Workshops in Jaipur are must to witness how the local artisans create marvels from raw materials.

Later in the second half of the day, visit Jantar Mantar, a large grassy enclosure containing eighteen huge stone astronomical measuring devices constructed between 1728 and 1734. City Palace, originally built by Jai Singh in the 1720s and having lost none of its original pomp and splendour. Before you start exploring the local markets, stop for photography at the one world’s most famous façade Hawa Mahal.

Post your exploration in the local market. Return to hotel & overnigh

Day 15Jaipur – Ranthambore

Post breakfast, checkout from hotel and drive to Ranthambore (190kms/4 hours).

Upon arrival, check-in at hotel.

Late afternoon proceed for Jungle Safari in open jeep with naturalists.

Ranthambore National Park: considered as one of the biggest national parks in northern India in 1980, will offer you to witness, close with many wildlife’s like peacocks, bears, gazelles, sloths, wild boars and no doubt Bengal tigers. See the beautiful vivid variety of birds and animal flocking/relaxing in their region.

Return to hotel. Free time for in-house activities, spa etc. Overnight stay.

Day 16Ranthambore – Delhi

Post breakfast checkout from the hotel and drive to Ranthambore (390kms/7-8 hrs).

As you reach Delhi, check-in at your pre booked hotel. The day is to be spent resting and relaxing at your hotel room.

Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 17Delhi Departure

This day brings the end of wonderful tour, post breakfast proceeds to airport for the flight to onwards destination.

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