Rajasthan Panorama

Arrive at ‘Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport’ Mumbai. 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.

Post breakfast, proceed on a city tour. Includes visit of Dhobi Ghat- a unique feature of Mumbai, the dhobi is a traditional laundryman, who will collect your dirty linen, wash it, and return it neatly pressed to your doorstep. All for a pittance. The “laundries” are called “Ghats”: row upon row of concrete wash pens, each fitted with its own flogging stone

Mani Bhavan,it is a simple old-style, two storied building. Whenever Gandhiji was in Mumbai between 1917 to 1934, he stayed here. It is now converted into a museum and research centre. Admire the collection of Indian paintings and sculptures at the Prince of Wales Museum, visit Jehangir Art Gallery. Later, drive past monuments built during the British era such as Gateway of India, Mumbai University, Rajabai Clock Tower, High Court and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (VT).

Also visit Crawford Market, in the evening, cruise past Marine Drive in your vehicle and reach Colaba.

Optionally explore Colaba on your foot. Overnight at hotel.

Breakfast at hotel. Check out and transfer to airport to board the flight to Udaipur.

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

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.

After breakfast checkout from the hotel and drive to Jodhpur (250kms/5-6hours) 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.

On arrival in Jodhpur, check in to hotel, overnight.

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. Also visit Clock tower & city market.

Later drive to the next destination Dunes 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.

Post breakfast checkout from the Camp and proceed to Jaisalmer-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 for overnight stay

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 Bikaner.

Upon arrival accommodate at the pre booked hotel. Overnight.

Post breakfast, 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.

Later drive to Jaipur (330kms/5-6hours)

Upon arrival in Jaipur, accommodate at the pre booked hotel. Overnight

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 & overnight

Post breakfast, checkout and drive towards Fatehpur Sikri (210kms,4 hours), best example of the culmination of Hindu and Muslim architecture. And said to be a copy of the mosque in Mecca and has designs, derived from the Persian & Hindu architecture. Highly popular amongst them is Buland Darwaza, which is titled as the largest gateway in the world.

Continue moving towards Agra (20kms,30minutes). On arrival, proceed for sightseeing,

On arrival, proceed to visit Taj Mahal a UNESCO world heritage site constructed by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal that has left tourist spellbound by its beauty for years.

Later visit Agra Fort; Agra has one of the finest Mughal forts in India. Visit a Marble Workshop; local artisans showcase their skill of Marble Inlay work in these workshops. The artisans in Agra are believed to be the descendants of the artists who were actual workers of Taj Mahal

Post sightseeing transfer to hotel for overnight stay

Breakfast at hotel in Agra, transfer to Railway Station for train to Jhansi. On arrival in Jhansi, transfer to Orchha (16km/30 minutes).

Once a princely state, Orchha lies in the Bundelkhand region of Madhya Pradesh. The town of Orchha was founded in 15th century AD and in today’s world it is renowned for its numerous temples, palaces and forts. Highly popular amongst them are the Jehangir Mahal of Orchha (Classic Mughal architecture), Raj Mahal and Laxmi Narayan temple (mural paintings).

As you would be done visiting the attractions of Orchha, get back on the road to Khajuraho (190kms/5hrs). On arrival at Khajuraho, you would be checking into a pre booked hotel for overnight stay.

Breakfast at hotel. We dedicate this morning in exploring the world heritage sites of Khajuraho. Divided into eastern and western group of temples, Khajuraho is known for its cluster of Hindu and Jain temples.

Post Khajuraho sightseeing, transfer to airport to take flight for Varanasi.

Upon arrival at Varanasi, our tour representative will escort you to the hotel. If you wish, you can go for a walk in the surroundings, or otherwise, relax in your room.

In the evening attend evening Ganges Aarti – enjoy E-Rickshaw ride – E-Rickshaw can access parts of the city, which cars cannot enter.Every evening at sunset an elaborate Ganga aarti (river worship) ceremony with fire and dance is staged at the Dasaswamedh Ghat. Led by a group of young pandits (priests), the ceremony commences with the blowing of a conch shell, and continues with the waving of incense sticks and circling of large flaming lamps that stand out dramatically against the darkened sky.

Return to hotel for overnight stay.

An early morning boat ride in the sacred Ganga River would be arranged for you. Enjoy crusing in the country boat in Ganges witness morning rituals of the locals. After boat ride, walk in some by lanes of Varanasi. Return to hotel for breakfast.

Post checkout from hotel proceed for Varanasi sightseeing,

In Varanasi, you would be visiting Bharat Mata Temple, Alamgir mosque. Also known as Beni Madhav Ka Darera, Alamgir mosque is a brilliant example of Hindu and Mughal architecture. The mosque is situated on the banks of Ganges River. During the day you would also drive past Benaras Hindu University.

Post Varanasi sightseeing, proceed for Sarnath in the northeast of Varanasi is where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. A highly sacred Buddhist religious place, Sarnath lies at the confluence of two rivers-Ganga and Gomati. Popular attractions here are Dhamek Stupa, Sarnath Museum and Chaukhandi Stupa.

Later transfer hotel. Overnight.

Post breakfast transfer to Varanasi airport to take flight for Delhi.

On arrival in Delhi, transfer to hotel for overnight stay

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