Essence of Rajasthan

Essence of Rajasthan

Destination:- Delhi, Neemrana, Shekawati, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Rohet, Udaipur, Dungarpur, Deogarh, Jaipur, Agra

Duration:- 20 Days/ 19 Nights

Major Attractions: Old & New Delhi Sightseeing, Historical Palaces/Fort, Mughal architectur, Ancient Temples, 7 UNESCO world Heritage sites, Elephant ride at Amber Fort, Indian Home cooking, The Taj Mahal, Camel safari over Sand Dunes, Rural Villages, Jaisalmer's Golden Fortress, World's biggest Hindu Temple

Day 1 : Delhi: Welcome to Incredible India!

On your arrival at Delhi international airport you will be met by our representative and shall be transferred to your hotel to check in. Remaining time is at leisure till next morning.

Day 2 : Delhi

After breakfast proceed for the sight seeing tour of Delhi. At first, you will visit Shahjahanabad (Old Delhi) covering Qutub Minar, Jama Masjid (2nd largest mosque of India) and Humayun’s Tomb (all 3 monuments are UNESCO world heritage sites). Later in the 2nd half, visit Lutyen’s Delhi (New Delhi) and see India Gate, Parliament house, Bahai temple and drive by President’s house.

Day 3 : Neemrana

Morning you will be transferred to Neemrana. On arrival; check in at this beautiful Palace hotel. Rest of the day kept at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 : Neemrana

Visit the Step well and the Fort during the day. You have the option to avail the Spa and massages (optional) at your palace hotel. 

Day 5 : Shekawati

Morning drive straightway to Shekawati. On arrival at Mandawa, check in at your hotel. After brief leisure, proceed to see some magnificent Mansions (Havelies), Castles and unique architectures. Stay overnight at your hotel.

Day 6 : Shekawati

Morning drive straightway to Shekawati. On arrival at Mandawa, check in at your hotel. After brief leisure, proceed to see some magnificent Mansions (Havelies), Castles and unique architectures. Stay overnight at your hotel.

Day 7 : Bikaner

Post breakfast checkout and proceed to reach the 'Camel City' i.e. Bikaner. On arrival, check in at your hotel. After brief leisure, proceed to visit the well-preserved Junagarh fort. Later visit the unique camel breeding farm. Stay overnight at your hotel.

Day 8 : Jaisalmer

Morning checkout and proceed to visit the Rat Temple. Later proceed towards “the Golden city” of India Jaisalmer. On arrival, check in your hotel. Later you will be transferred to the desert to enjoy a camel ride at Sum Sand Dunes. Enjoy beautiful sunset at Desert on camel’s back. Stay overnight at your hotel.

Day 9 : Jaisalmer

Morning after breakfast move for a sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer which includes your visit to beautiful Jaisalmer fort also known as Sonar fort. This is the only fort in India, where you may see the houses inside the fort. A visit inside the fort would provide you a nice opportunity to see the local culture of Jaisalmer. After brief leisure, proceed to visit the beautiful Patwon ki Haveli & Nathmal Ji ki Haveli. Stay overnight at your hotel.

Day 10 : Rohetgarh

Morning you will be transferred to Rohetgarh. On the way visit the unique Kheechan village. One can see thousands of migratory birds in the desert at this place. Later visit the ancient town of Osiyan on the way. Finally upon arrival at Rohet, check in at your beautiful heritage hotel namely Rohetgarh Palace. Evening you may enjoy a walking tour to the nearby Bishnoi village.

Day 11 : Rohetgarh

Morning proceed for the excursion to Jodhpur. On arrival, visit the splendid Mehrangarh fort, Umaid Bhawan Palace and Old Town. Evening return back at Rohet and stay overnight at the palace hotel.

Day 12 : Udaipur (Via Ranakpur)

Morning after breakfast checkout and proceed towards Udaipur. En-route visit the beautiful Ranakpur Jain Temple (15th century Adinatha Temple). Later you will be transferred to Udaipur to check in at your hotel. Evening you have the option to enjoy the boat trip over Lake Pichhola.

Day 13 : Udaipur

Morning after breakfast checkout and proceed towards Udaipur. En-route visit the beautiful Ranakpur Jain Temple (15th century Adinatha Temple). Later you will be transferred to Udaipur to check in at your hotel. Evening you have the option to enjoy the boat trip over Lake Pichhola.

Day 14 : Dungarpur

Morning you will be transferred to Dungarpur. On arrival, check in at historical Udai Bilas Palace. After brief leisure, visit Juna Mahal (famous for stunning interiors with a series of colorfully painted chambers.

Day 15 : Deogarh

Post breakfast, drive towards Deogarh. Visit Eklingji and Nagda on the way. Later you will be transferred to Deogarh to check in at Deogarh Mahal. Remaining day is at leisure till next morning.

Day 16 : Deogarh

Morning proceed for the excursion to Molela village (famous for terracotta crafts) or Kumbhalgarh Fort. Stay overnight at your palace hotel.

Day 17 : Jaipur

Morning proceed to reach at the Pink City - Jaipur. On arrival, check in at your hotel. After brief leisure, you may enjoy a walking tour in interesting old bazaars (situated in the old walled city) during the evening.

Day 18 : Jaipur

Post breakfast, proceed for the sightseeing tour of Jaipur including City Palace Complex, Amber Fort & Jantar Mantar Observatory (a UNESCO world heritage site). You may visit ‘Chokhi Dhani” (optional)-an ethnic village resort to relish the Rajasthani dishes and to experience life in Rural Rajasthan during the evening. Here you will also have the option to enjoy Camel ride, bullock cart ride and Elephant ride in very nominal cost. Stay overnight at your hotel.

Day 19 : Agra

Drive to Agra en route visiting Fatehpur Sikri - the abandoned citadel of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Finally, upon arrival at Agra, check in at your hotel. Later visit the master piece - The Taj (remains closed on every Friday) and Agra Fort. Stay overnight at your hotel.

Day 20 : Departure

At appropriate time checkout from your hotel and you will be transferred straightway to Delhi International airport to board the flight back to your onward destination. The tour ends here.