Fabric of Rajasthan
Overview
Duration: 21 Days
When to Visit: October to April
Start: Delhi
Finish: Delhi
Itinerary
Day 1.
Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi airport Transfer to hotel. Overnight Hotel.
Day 2.
Delhi
After breakfast begin sightseeing tour of Old Delhi & New Delhi which will include Humayun Tomb, India Gate, Red Fort, Raj Ghat etc. Evening return to hotel.
Day 3.
Delhi to Agra
Early breakfast then depart for Agra by surface (200 km/4hrs. approx.). Relax till early evening then go on sightseeing tour including the Taj Mahal. Return to hotel at sunset. Rest of day at leisure.
Day 4.
Agra to Jaipur
Check out of hotel and drive to Jaipur (232 km/6hrs. approx.) stopping en route to visit the deserted capital of Fatehpur Sikri which is in a remarkable state of preservation. Arrive Jaipur by late afternoon and check in at hotel with rest of the day free. of the day at leisure or free for optional activities
Day 5.
Jaipur
Morning excursion to the Amber Fort the Old Capital of Jaipur. Climb atop the forts ramparts on elephant back visit some impressive palaces of a bygone era.Continue drive to visit Samode village (40 km one way), this sleepy village near Jaipur will provide a glimpse of life in rural Rajasthan. Return to Jaipur in the evening.
Day 6.
Jaipur
Morning visit the City Palace and other sights. Afternoon at leisure or free for optional activities or explore the local market or excursion to Sanganer to witness blue pottery and block printing. Overnight hotel.
Day 7.
Jaipur to Pushkar
Morning drive towards Pushkar en route stopping at places to have a close look at the rural India. Check into hotel with rest of day at leisure.
Day 8.
Pushkar
Morning visit the famous Brahma temple and further Savitri temple.). Afternoon is at leisure to explore the town or to enjoy the festivities if visiting during Pushkar Fair. Overnight hotel.
Day 9.
Pushkar to Udaipur
Early morning drive to Udaipur. Further visit the Udaipur Palace, folk Art Museum and Sahelion-ki-Bari. Overnight at hotel
Day 10.
Udaipur to Rohet
Morning depart Udaipur by surface for Rohet (240 km/5hrs) stopping by en route to visit the Jain Temple of Ranakpur which has 1444 pillars unique. Arrive Rohet and Check in at hotel. rest of the day at your leisure.
Day 11
Rohet to Jodhpur
Morning village Safari. Also visit Bishnoi ki Dhani in the village to know the rural life in Rajasthan (Bishnoi is a local tribe who are very famous for their conservation work), participate in the Opium ceremony if one is in progress. Afternoon depart for Jodhpur by surface (44 km/1hr). Check in to hotel with rest of the day free.
Day 12.
Jodhpur
Morning visit Mehrangarh Fort one of the biggest and most magnificent forts in Rajasthan, wander around the fort exploring its extravagant palaces with carved faˆßade, door, window panels, inlayed walls, gold and silver work. Afternoon excursion to Mandor the Old capital of Marwar. return to hotel in the evening.
Day 13
Jodhpur to Jaisalmer
After breakfast depart by surface to Jaisalmer (306 km/6hrs). Arrive Jaisalmer and Check in at hotel with rest of the day at leisure or free for optional activities.
Day 14.
Jaisalmer
Leisurely morning start. Then visit Jaisalmer Fort the only fort in Rajasthan where people are still residing in and Jain temples inside the fort. Afternoon drive to Khuri Sand Dunes where you can take a short camel ride - stay on to view spectacular sunset. Return to hotel in the evening.
Day 15.
Jaisalmer to Bikaner
Morning depart Jaisalmer by surface for Bikaner (338 km/8hrs). Arrive Bikaner and check in at hotel. rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 16.
Bikaner
After breakfast begin sightseeing tour. Visit the Lalgarh Palace complex and Museum, also visit the Camel Breeding Farm in the outskirts of the city. Afternoon visit the Junagarh Fort and the local market. Return to hotel in the evening with rest of the day at leisure.
Day 17.
Bikaner to Mandawa
Morning depart Bikaner for Mandawa (178 km/5hrs). Arrive Mandawa and check in at hotel. Afternoon walk through the narrow alleyways of Mandawa exploring the exquisite havelis of Shekhawati region and frescos on its wall, Shekhawati is also called the open art gallery of Rajasthan.
Day 18.
Mandawa
Full day at leisure or free for optional activities.
Day 19.
Mandawa to Neemrana
Check out after breakfast and drive to Neemrana (168 Km/4hrs). Afternoon explore the Neemrana Fort and the surrounding village. evening enjoy cultural show at Neemrana Palace.
Day 20.
Neemrana
Full day at leisure or free for optional activities.
Day 21.
Neemrana to Delhi
Check out leisurely from hotel and drive to Delhi, transfer to airport to for your onward journey.