Rajasthan at Leisure - Delhi, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Jaipur & More

Rajasthan at Leisure

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Experience the essence of Rajasthan and beyond with this immersive travel itinerary. Begin your adventure in Delhi, exploring its rich historical and cultural landmarks. Journey to Mandawa to admire its beautifully frescoed havelis, then proceed to Bikaner, renowned for its grand forts and palaces. Discover the historic charm of Nagaur before arriving in Jodhpur, the Blue City, famed for Mehrangarh Fort. Explore the quaint village of Bhenswara and marvel at the intricate carvings of Ranakpur temples. Enjoy the regal ambiance of Udaipur, the City of Lakes, and experience the grandeur of Jaipur, the Pink City. Visit Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its Mughal architecture, and conclude with the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra before returning to Delhi. This itinerary offers a perfect blend of historical exploration, cultural experiences, and architectural marvels.

  • Traditional Indian Welcome Ceremony
  • Drive pass through the Raisina Hill
  • Visit to Sikh Gurudwara Bangla Sahib to see the worship
  • Visit to Havelies and Frescoes of Shekhawati
  • Visit to Traditional Bishnoi village
  • Stroll through the villages of shepherds
  • Visit to Ranakpur temple
  • visit to Maharaja’s City Tour
  • Visit to Romantic lake city Uidapur
  • Travel by brightly caparisoned elephant to Jaipur’s Amber Fort
  • Enjoy the Horse cart ride up to Taj Gate 
  • Stand before the world’s most famous monument to love, The Taj Mahal
  • Walk through the Mughal “Ghost town” of Fatehpur Sikri
  • Rajasthani Countryside Drive
Accommodation No. of Night(s)
Delhi 02
Mandawa 01
Bikaner 01
Jodhpur 02
Bhenswara 01
Udaipur 02
Jaipur Journey by the Train
Jaipur 01
Agra 01
Meals
    Daily buffet breakfast at the hotel

Transfers & Sightseeing

  • All transfers & sightseeing as per the itinerary by air conditioned vehicle
  • Services of local english speaking guides
  • All applicable government taxes
  • Mineral Water
  • Indian Visa Fee
  • Travel Insurance
  • Domestic Air Fare
  • Major Meals - Lunch & Dinner
  • Services of Language Speaking Guides
  • Video, film & professional still camera fees
  • Anything which is not mentioned in inclusions above
  • Expenses of personal nature like Telephone Calls, Laundry, Porterage, Tips, Alcoholic Beverages, etc.

Arrive Delhi

Arrive at the Indira Gandhi International Airport, meet & greet with Traditional Indian welcome. Transfer to the hotel.


Delhi stands as the capital of Modern India. Here you can see the mingling of the Old and New India, the ancient and the modern. Delhi is made up of seven ancient cities, spanning the period from the 11th to 20th centuries. Delhi has seen the rise and fall of many emperors, which have left behind a plethora of monuments that commemorate the grandeur and glory of bygone ages. Very few cities in the world can express such a profusion of architectural styles. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Delhi

After breakfast visit Old Delhi. It was an ancient walled city. Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan in 1650 switched the Mughal capital from Agra to Delhi. Shah Jehan possessing an exquisite talent, especially in architecture, created the seventh city and in the process brought about Delhi's glorious renaissance. Here you will see Red Fort, the most opulent Fort and Palace of the Mughal Empire. The fort is Shah Jehan's symbol of power and elegance, built behind red sandstone walls. Its main gate (Lahore Gate) faces Chandni Chowk, the perpetually congested avenue heading west from the Red Fort, is filled with twisting lanes, small streets and crowded bazaars. If you peer through a portico you may see a man getting shaved, silver being weighed, or any other conceivable form of intense commerce.

Also take a Cycle Rickshaw Puller Ride through the bustling and colorful market of the old city is filled with twisting lanes, small streets and crowded bazaars. If you peer through a portico you may see a man getting shaved, silver being weighed, or any other conceivable form of intense commerce. Also visit Raj Ghat, the memorial site of the Mahatma Gandhi.

In the afternoon, visit New Delhi. It was designed and built by the British in the 1920's-it's a city of wide boulevards impressive Government buildings, green parks and gardens. In 1911 King George V announced the transfer of the capital from Calcutta to Delhi. The King's architects, Lutyens and Baker, set in motion the Design and construction of Delhi's eight cities - New Delhi. Lutyens designed an "Imperial City" having palatial-sized buildings set amid broad tree-lined avenues punctuated by Mughal style gardens, complete with fountains and shallow pools. It took 20 years to complete this immense undertaking only to have the British pack up and relinquish the subcontinent in 1947. You will visit two monuments from Delhi's past - Humayun's Tomb and Qutub Minar. drive pass through the Raisina Hill, ceremonial avenue past the imposing India Gate, Government Buildings, President House and Parliament House. Also visit Sikh Gurudwara Bangla Sahib to see the worship etc. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Delhi - Mandawa 232 kms / 6 hrs

After breakfast, drive to Mandawa - The region lies in the triangular area between Delhi, Jaipur and Bikaner and includes Jhunjhunu, Sikar and Churu districts of Rajasthan. upon arrival, check into Hotel.


In the afternoon, visit Mandawa -Shekhawati The semi-desert region of Shekhawati is popularly known as the 'open-air art gallery' of Rajasthan. There are hundreds of havelis, temples, cenotaphs, wells and forts. Later visit to havelies, namely Chokhani Saraf & Ladia haveli, also visit temples. See the extraordinary frescoes on the walls of the houses and medieval painting of Shekhawati. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Mandawa - Bikaner 190 kms / 3 hrs

After breakfast, drive to Bikaner - it lies on the northern point on the triangle of desert cities. It is royal walled city dating back to 1486 AD. It was established by a Rathore Prince, Bika & came to be called as Bikaner after him. It was, however, a major trade center as it stood on the ancient caravan route which link central Asia & north India with the Gujarat Sea Ports. In the afternoon embark on the tour of Bikaner city; visit Junagarh Fort, built in 1611 AD. The palaces worth visiting are Anup Mahal, Karan Mahal, and Bijai Phool Mahal. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Bikaner - Desnoke - Nagaur - Jodhpur 445 kms / 8 hrs

After breakfast, drive to Blue city – Jodhpur, en route stop to see the temple of the holy rats of Desnoke. Stop at the tribal villages Bishnoi. Overview the fort of Nagaur, which recently regained its former Splendour, the frescoes are particularly notable. Upon arrival in Jodhpur, check in at the hotel.


Jodhpur– the Great Indian Desert, sites on sand stone hill surrounded by a strong wall, approximately 6 miles long with 7 entry gates. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Jodhpur

Today enjoy the sightseeing of the city, which includes visit to Meharangarh Fort, drive through the old city and past the Clock Tower near the largest spice bazaar in the sub-continent, the Umaid Bhavan Palace and its museum - a treasure trove; Bishnoi Village Safari - A memorable outing in visit various traditional villages seeing local handicrafts viz. stone makers, pottery, hand weaving and also men in their traditional attire, women clad with ancestral silver jewellery, etc. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Jodhpur - Bhenswara 122 kms / 2h 30m

After breakfast, drive to Bhenswara. Upon arrival, stroll through the villages of shepherds by Jeep Safari to view wildlife in this still virgin landscape of Rajasthan. You will see their hyenas, jackals, foxes, antelopes, pythons, hares, porcupines, wild boars and. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Bhenswara - Ranakpur - Udaipur 187 kms / 4 hrs

After breakfast leave for Udaipur. En route visit Ranakpur temples of the Jains, built in the 15th century in the lovely valley of Aravallis. It has grand structure & beautiful Sculptures. An enormous basement covers 48,000 sq. feet area. There are four subsidiary shrines, twenty four pillared halls and eligibly domes supported by over four hundred columns. In the assembly hall, there are two big bells weighing 108 kgs whose sound echoes in the entire complex. Later proceed to Udaipur. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Udaipur

Today Sightseeing of Udaipur includes The City Palace – this is the largest palace complex in Rajasthan, construction of which was started by Udai Singh. This white marble architectural marvel, standing majestically on a hill is surrounded by crenellated walls. This huge edifice 30.4 meters high and 244 meters long was added on to, by later rulers, but the additions are so well planned and integrated, it is difficult to believe that it was not conceived as complete structure, Visit to Sahelion-ki-Bari or “Garden of the Maids of Honour” was laid out for a group of forty-eight young women attendants who accompanied a princess to Udaipur as part of dowry, Partap Smarak: A memorial to the legendary warrior Rana Pratap, Bhartiya Lok Mandal Museum – a museum of folk arts, it displays a rich collection of folk musical instruments and paintings.


Visit temple Jagdish, built by Maharana Jagat Singh I in 1651 the temple enshrines a black stone image of Lard Vishnu. There is a brass image of Garuda the Lord Bird carrier. The exterior and the plinth are covered with base relief of alligators; elephants, horsemen and celestial musicians rise in tiers. Chanting, bells and music can be heard throughout the day. It is the largest and most splendid temple of Udaipur Introduction to a few traditional recipes in a family. Stroll through the Bazaar and streets. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Udaipur - Eklingji - Nagda - Jaipur 402 kms / 7 hrs

Today morning excursion to Eklingji temple, where every day takes place a ceremony. The most important temple of the sanctuary is that of Lakulisha which was restored in the fifteenth century. Everything of white marble, it is dominated by a Gujarati style Sikhara. The temple contains the image of the patron god of Maharanas of Mewar, Shiva and Nandi his mount. On the way, stop at Nagda teeming with sculptures. In the evening, departure by the train. Overnight journey by the train.

Jaipur

After breakfast, visit the 17th century fortress of Amber Fort - marvelous example of Rajput architecture with its terraces and ramparts reflected in the Maota Lake below. Go up the fort ascended on Caparisoned Elephant true to the style of the Maharajas of the past. The interiors of the fort have various royal halls decorated with intricate ivory, mirror and glasswork complemented by exquisite wall paintings.


In the afternoon, visit to Maharaja’s City Palace - where you can see an imposing blend of traditional Rajasthani and Mughal Art, The museum is resplendent with its collection of robes of royal princes, carpets, an armory of old weapons, miniature paintings portraying court scenes, battle scenes and processions, Jantar Mantar (an accurate observatory built in 1726 A.D.), Birla White Marble temple and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) - a five storied wonder with a spectacular pyramidal facade and overhanging windows with latticed screens, domes and spires Evening time to walk in local Market. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra 241 kms / 4h 30m

After breakfast drive to Agra through the Rajasthani countryside we see villages, woman dressed in the brilliantly colored saris of the region, Camels, Elephants & scenes of rural lives. On the way you will visit to Ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri - the deserted red sandstone city that was built by Emperor Akbar as his capital. Ponder the mysterious desertion of this capital city that was dramatically abandoned a few years after it was built. It was a veritable fairy tale city and its 'ruins' are still in a pristine condition. It is not hard to imagine what the court life must have been like in the days of its grandeur of Shah Jehan, mastermind of the unforgettable Taj Mahal. 


In the evening, take Horse cart (Tonga Ride) to the Magnificent Taj Mahal – The New 7 wonder of the world and Monument of Love in the warm glow of Sunset, which was built in 1630 by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1631, and is believed to have taken 18 years to complete, with over 20,000 craftsmen working around the clock. The design and construction is said to be that of the legendary architect, Ustad Ahamad Lahori, what makes the Taj Mahal unique is its perfect proportions, distinct femininity, medium of construction and ornamentation. Its marble exterior reflects rose and golden tints at sunrise and sunset, while it is dazzling white during the day. It is impossible to visualize the Taj Mahal in any surrounding others than its paradoxical garden. Paradise, in Islam, is visualized as a lush garden where running streams flow. When the Mughal brought this concept to India they elevated it to heights of Incomparable artistry. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Agra - Delhi 240 kms / 4 hrs

Today visit the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah, first Mughal building entirely in white marble built by Empress Noor Jehan in the memory of Her Father.


Later say good bye to this fascinating and memorable tour. Drive to Delhi International airport to board the flight for onward destination.

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