Rajasthan Palaces and Forts Tour

Duration:- 11 Nights / 12 Days

Destinations Covered:- Delhi- Jaipur - Sariska - Mandawa - Bikaner - Khimsar - Jodhpur - Delhi

Day 01 : Arrival Delhi

Welcome to capital of India for palaces and forts tour of Rajasthan. On Arrival at International airport our Company representative will receive you and transfer by private car to hotel. Overnight stay in hotel.

02 Day: Delhi sightseeing

After having delicious breakfast in hotel Delhi travel starts from old Delhi, take sightseeing of Red fort- built in red marvel stone, JamaMasjid- the leading India mosque, Chandani Chowk- a major shopping hub, you can explore the market with Rickshaw ride, it was once visited by merchants from Turkey, China and Holland, Raj Ghat- cremation of Mahatma Gandhi. Then move towards India Gate- was built in 1931 and intended by Sir Edwin Lutyens, President House- one time imperial residence of the British viceroys. Lotus temple known as Bhai's House of Worship, Laxmi Narayan temple, Humanyun's tomb- commissioned by his wife Hamida Banu Begum, World Heritage site Qutab Minar- the world famous tower started in 1192 by Qutub-ud-din-Aibak, it is symbol of victory. In the evening you may visit light and sound show in Red fort. Return to hotel for stay.

03 Day: Delhi - Jaipur (260 kms: 6hrs)

Having a breakfast in hotel, your Rajasthan Palaces tour and Rajasthan Forts Tour starts from Jaipur en route visit to Neemrana fort - is an ancient historical town in Alwar district of Rajasthan and India's first heritage hotel. It was built in 1464. You may optionally once have a lunch in Neemrana heritage hotel. Later drives continue for Jaipur Tour. When you arrive, transfer to hotel. In evening visit Birla temple - built in white marble. Optionally at time of dinner you can visit Chokhi Dhani- an ethnic village 5 star resort serving the Rajasthani cuisine with live music, folk dance, puppet show in ambiance of an ethnic village. Return to hotel for overnight stay in hotel.

04 Day: Jaipur Sightseeing

After breakfast proceed for morning excursion to Amber fort Elephant ride ascent to the fort built in 16th century, tourists can ride up to the fort from the base of the hill on Elephants then palaces tour of Rajasthan proceed to Hawa Mahal or Palace of Winds, Jantar Mantar- which is the largest five observatories built by Raja Sawai Jai singh. Observatory vicinity of City Palace of Jaipur and Museum. Later Afternoon is kept free to visit well known market of Textiles, Gems, Carpets, handicrafts. Return to hotel for overnight stay.

05 Day: Jaipur - Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary (115 kms: 3hrs)

Having a delicious breakfast in hotel, drive to the Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary. As you reach, transfer to wildlife resort in Sariska. After relaxation take Jungle safari to visit wildlife Sanctuary in Sariska with Jungle Naturalist, where you can see the numerous carnivores including Leopard, wild Dog, jungle Cat, Hyena, Jackal, and Tiger. These feed on an abundance of prey species such as Sambar, Chitel, Nilgai, Chausingha, Wild Boar and Langur. Sariska is also well known for its large population of Rhesus Monkeys, which are found in large numbers around Talvriksh. The avian world is also well represented with a rich and varied birdlife. These include Peafowl, Grey Partridge, Bush Quail, Sand Grouse, Tree Pie, Golden backed Wood Pecker, Crested Serpent Eagle and the Great Indian Horned Owl. Later return back to resort for overnight stay.

06 Day: Sariska - Mandawa (250 kms: 5hrs)

Having breakfast in resort visit the Kankwari Fort, The Ancient Shiva Temples and The Palace - This palace has now been converted into a hotel and built by the Maharajas of Alwar. Later move towards Mandawa. As you reach, transfer to Heritage hotel for relaxation. In evening visit to Mandawa Palace, leisurely walk through the Major bazaars, pick and choose things of your interest. In evening there is a special program of dance and music performed by local artist, participate in the dance and experience the life of the people and their hospitality. Have a dinner and overnight at the hotel.

07 Day: Mandawa - Bikaner (190 kms: 4 hrs)

After breakfast, visit Shekhawati region - an important town of the years, visit to see number of remarkable Shekhawati havelis and castles in the nearby towns of Nawalgarh and Laxman Garh. These havelis are museums in it selves, numerous havelis built by the rich merchants as their habitation in 18th and 19th century. After lunch, drive to Bikaner on arrival transfer to hotel, in evening free for leisure. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

08 Day: Bikaner

After breakfast forts tour of Rajasthan starts by visiting Junagadh fort- which is constructed by Raja Rai Singh, fort has a rectangular layout with a peripheral length of 986 m, later moves towards the 16th century Jain temple, is the most important temple of this complex, if time permits you may optionally visit Camel Breeding Farm, one of the known farm of Asia. In the evening take an excursion tour to Deshnok to see world fa,pis Rat temple of Karni Mata temple- at this temple Rats are held sacred and move freely all around the temple complex. Spotting a white Rat in this temple is beloved to by luck. Return back to hotel for overnight stay.

09 Day: Bikaner - Khimsar (145 kms: 3 hrs)

Having a breakfast in hotel, drive to Khimsar, en route visit to Nagaur- 43kms separates from Khimsar. You can visit to Nagaur Fort - was built in the 2nd century. Then visit the Tarkeen Dargarh - this is the second most scared Dargarh after Ajmer, regarded by Muslims and the holiest peoples, one most the marvelous Jain Temple which is built by Glass. Later you can see the cattle fair that brings together thousands of people who wish to either buy or sell their camels, bullocks or horses. After, drive to Khimsar. As you reach, transfer to resort. In evening you free for leisure and own activities. Later return back to resort for over night stay.

10 Day: Khimsar - Jodhpur (100 kms: 2hrs)

After breakfast check out the hotel and visit Khimsar Fort - the most prominent main attraction in the Khimsar. Today this fort has been converted in Heritage Hotel. Later drive to Jodhpur, en routes you visit Osian village, ruins of the ancient city. This place is worth visiting because of the plethora of ancient temples of houses. Osian village has 16 glorious sculpted Jain and Brahmanical temples. One of the most outstanding is Surya (sun temple) and Kali temple, Sachiya Mata Temple and the main temple dedicated to Lord Mahavira. Afterward later continue to drive Jodhpur. On arrival transfer to hotel. In evening you optionally dine at Rocks a garden restaurant serving ethnic food followed by live music and Folk dance, situated as Ajit Bhawan. Return back to hotel for overnight stay.

11 Day: Jodhpur Sightseeing

After breakfast takes a Jodhpur travel including clock tower, Mehrangarh fort is situated on height of 400feet (125 m approx). It has seven gates and all gates are main, Jaswant Thada is a white Marble memorial built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh. Umaid Bhawan Palace- was actually built for the welfare of people, now this palace is segmented into the Royal residence, the heritage hotel and museums. Later take an excursion of Bishnoi Village, the villagers are vegetarians and therefore they have great respect for all living things because of they don't kill any animals, don't cut down green trees, take from the fields only what you need, etc. In Bishnoi have famous handicrafts shoe makers, hand weaving clothes and return to Jodhpur en routes watch and photography of wildlife black buck, peacock etc. Overnight in hotel.

12 Day: Jodhpur - Delhi - Hometown (By Air)

Today the last day of Rajasthan forts and palaces tour, after breakfast and drive to airport to board the schedule flight to Delhi. On arrival and transfer to Delhi international airport to board the schedule flight for Hometown. Tour concludes with happy memories.