Rajasthan Historical Tour

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Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Upon arrival at Delhi airport, warm welcome by your private driver and transfer to hotel relax and refreshed. Stay overnight in Delhi.

Day 02: Delhi – Mathura – Vrindavan – Agra
Pickup From Hotel then Drive to “Vrindavan” the city where Hindu God Lord Krishna spent his childhood days. There are many temples dedicated to worship of Radha & Krishana and then visit Mathura 11 kilometers from Vrindavan. After Mathura Visit Drive to Agra via Taj Express Highway you would be at Taj Mahal after 1 Hour journey then sees the “Taj Mahal” one of the modern seven wonders in the world and that was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983 for being the jewel of Muslim art in India then Overnight stay in Hotel, Agra.

Day 03: Agra
After breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Agra en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri, On arrival check-in at the hotel. Proceed for sightseeing visiting the world-famous Taj Mahal built by the Mughal Emperor Shahjahan in 1630 for his Queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. If time permits later visit the Agra Fort containing the Pearl Mosque, the Halls of Public and private audience. Return back to the Hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 04: Agra – Fatehpur Sikri – Jaipur 
The morning after breakfast and drive to Jaipur en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri, a perfectly preserved red sandstone “ghost town” which was the estranged capital of Mughal emperor Akbar, built-in 1569 and deserted when its water supply failed. After the visit continues drive to Jaipur. Arrive Jaipur and check-in at hotel. Night stay in Jaipur.

Day 05: Jaipur
Morning visit Amber Fort with an Elephant ride (at an extra cost subject to availability) till the main entrance of the fort. Amber Fort was the ancient capital of the State. After photo stop at Jal Mahal, Visit Maharaja’s City Palace, the Observatory Visit the Sheesh Mahal or the Hall of Victory glittering with mirrors. Evening free for shopping on your own. Return to the hotel for the overnight stay.

Day 06: Jaipur – Ajmer – Pushkar (By Surface)
The morning after breakfast and drive to Pushkar en-route visit Ajmer. Visit Ajmer the famous Dargah of Sufi Saint Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Hasan Chisti. The shrine is next only to Mecca or Median for the Muslims of South Asia. Akbar used to make a pilgrimage to the Dargah from Agra once a year. After visiting continue drive to Pushkar. Arrive Pushkar and check-in at the hotel. Night stay in Pushkar.

Day 07: Pushkar – Ranthambore 
The morning after breakfast check-out from the hotel and visit Pushkar. Pushkar boasts temples, though few are as ancient as you might expect at such an important pilgrimage site, since many were deserted by Aurangzeb and subsequently rebuilt. The most famous is the Brahma Temple, said to be one of the few temples in the world dedicated to this deity. It’s marked by red spire, and over the entrance gateway is the hans, or goose symbol, of Brahma, who is said to have personally chosen Pushkar as its site. After visiting continue drive to Ranthambore. Arrive Ranthambore and check-in hotel. Night stay in Ranthambhore.

Day 08: Ranthambore
Early morning after breakfast visit to the National Park and jungle safari in a Canter (a vehicle which is open on the top) in the National Park. Later back to hotel. After lunch second visit the National Park and enjoy the game viewing. Night stay in Ranthambore.

Day 09: Ranthambore– Kota 
Enjoy an early morning safari into the park. Post breakfast, leave for Kota, the largest industrial town, on the banks of the river Chambal. This town is extremely well- known for its saris as well as a miniature school of art, specializing in hunting scenes. On arrival, complete the check-in formalities at your hotel. Later, leave for a city tour. Visit Jag Mandir- situated on an island in Kishore Sagar Lake that was built by one of the queens of Kota. Enjoy a boat ride here. Later, visit the Govt. Museum. The last visit of the day is to the popular gardens of Chambal and Chatter Bilas. Overnight in Kota.

Day 10: Kota – Bundi – Chittorgarh – Bijaipur (By Surface)
After breakfast on day 10, leave by road for Chittorgarh. On the way, halt at Bundi. Visit the Taragarh Fort or Star Fort – a beautiful white fort that is now in a dilapidated state and Chattra Sagar – a village community gallery where miniature murals are displayed that depict instances from ‘Raaslila’ – the Radha-Krishna story. The last visit in Bundi is Sukh Mahal – located on the banks of Lake Jait Sagar, this fort has beautiful white-marble royal Cenotaphs. Proceed to Chittorgarh. After check-in, visit the Chittorgarh Fort – the largest fort in India. Leave for Bijaipur Castle for an overnight stay.

Day 11: Bijaipur- Udaipur 
After breakfast, depart by road for Udaipur. On arrival, check-in your hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure activities- interact with the locals, relish the local delicacies, explore the surroundings on foot. In the evening, you can visit the local bazaar to shop for souvenirs. Overnight in Udaipur.

Day 12: Udaipur
Morning after breakfast proceed for city sightseeing tour of Udaipur visiting The city is built in 1559 A.D. by Maharaja Udai Singh and has been described as the most romantic spot on the continent of India by Col. James Todd. Visit the City Palace museum, the Jagdish temple, Sahelion Ki Bari (Queen’s resort for their friends) Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir (Folk art museum) and the Pratap Memorial. Evening enjoy boat ride at Lake Pichola. Night stay in Udaipur.

Day 13: Udaipur – Ranakpur – Kumbalgarh (By Surface)
Morning after breakfast and drive to Kumbalgarh en-route visit the RANAKPUR. Visit world-famous Jain temple Ranakpur. The exceptionally beautiful Ranakpur complex is one of the largest and most important Jain temple in India. The main temple is the Chaumukha Temple, or Four Faced Temple, dedicated to Adhinath. Built-in 1439, this huge, superbly crafted and well-kept marble temple has 29 halls supported by 1444 pillars, no two alike. After visiting continue drive to Kumbalgarh. Arrive Kumbalgarh and check-in at the hotel. Night stay in Kumbalgarh.

Day 14: Kumbalgarh – Jodhpur (By Surface)
The morning after breakfast check-out from the hotel and proceed for sightseeing tour of Kumbhalgarh. The Kumbhalgarh was built and ruled by Kumbha and his dynasty who was Sisodia Rajput’s descendants. Kumbhalgarh (Kumbhalmer) is a Mewar Fortress in Rajsamand district of Rajasthan state in western India. The Fort has perimeter walls that extend 36 kilometers in length, claimed to be the longest in the world after “The Great Wall of China”. Over 360 temples are within the fort. 300 ancient Jain and the rest Hindu. Later explore Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary sprawling over 578 sq. After sightseeing continue drive to Jodhpur. Arrive Jodhpur and check-in at the hotel. Night stay in Jodhpur.

Day 15: Jodhpur
Morning after breakfast proceed for city sightseeing tour of Prince Jodha founded city Jodhpur- the stronghold of the fierce Rathore clan, in 1459. Visit the Mehrangarh Fort, situated on a low sandstone hill. Within the fort, visit Moti Mahal and Phool Mahal. Also visit Jaswant Thada, an imposing marble cenotaph, built in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II around 1899 and Umaid Public gardens. Night stay in Jodhpur.

Day 16: Jodhpur – Jaisalmer 
Morning after breakfast and drive to Jaisalmer. Arrive Jaisalmer and check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Night stay in Jaisalmer.

Day 17: Jaisalmer
The morning after breakfast proceed for city sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer visiting the burnished sandstone Jaisalmer, Throbbing in the heart of the Thar, is an intricately molded wonderland in place of barren land, today stands a city of gilded magic. The origins of Jaisalmer go back to the 12th century when Rawal Jaisal abandoned his old fort at Ludarwa and laid the foundation of a new city. Visit the magnificent fort, the Patwon Ki Haveli (Mansion) and Salim Singh Ki Haveli, with their carved balconies and brackets, which are supreme examples of the art. Evening enjoy camel ride – along with culture program and Dinner. Night stay in Jaisalmer.

Day 18: Jaisalmer – Bikaner (By Surface)
Morning after breakfast and drive to Bikaner. Arrive Bikaner and check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Night stay in Bikaner.

Day 19: Bikaner – Mandawa (By Surface)
Once you have breakfast, leave for sightseeing in Bikaner. Visit the camel-breeding farm – the only one in Asia. The next visit is to the well-known Karni Mata Temple, dedicated to Karni Mata, a reincarnation of Goddess Durga. The temple built during the 15th century, completely in marble, was commissioned by Ganga Singh, the former ruler of Bikaner. Later, leave for Mandawa by road. On arrival, check-in your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 20: Mandawa – Delhi (By Surface)
Morning after breakfast check-out from the hotel and visit Mandawa founded 1755 by Thakur Nawal Singh and still the home of his descendants has beautiful frescoes, Havelis and mansions. Mandawa castle one of the finest castles of Rajasthan is now a hotel and house of collection of armories, costumes of ancestors, canons from 1820 ancient coins, numismatic collection and many other interesting items, preserved in a museum. After visiting continue drive to Delhi. Arrive Delhi and check-in at the hotel. Night stay in Delhi.

Day 21: Delhi
Have breakfast today and leave for visiting the attractions of Old and New Delhi. The list of Old Delhi attractions includes Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid and Red Fort. Later, enjoy a rickshaw ride from Jama Masjid to Chandni Chowk. Post lunch, visit New Delhi attractions including Humayun’s Tomb and the Qutub Minar Complex. Drive past Rajpath, India Gate, Parliament House, the President’s Residence and the Diplomatic Enclave. Overnight in Delhi.

Day 22: Delhi Departure
Morning departure transfer to the airport to board the flight for onward journey. Tour ends with sweets memories.