Rajasthan Heritage Tour
RAJASTHAN HERITAGE TOUR
Duration : 10 Days
Destinations covered : Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur,
Kishangarh
Day 01 : Arrival at Delhi
Company representatives will receive you on arrival at the DELHI AIRPORT and
transfer to your hotel.
DELHI, the capital of kingdoms and empires is now a sprawling metropolis
with a fascinating blend of the past and the present. It is a perfect
introduction to the composite culture of an ancient land. A window to the
kaleidoscope - that is India.
Overnight will be at Delhi.
Day 02 : Delhi
Old Delhi: A sightseeing tour of Old Delhi would entail visiting the
Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated; Jama Masjid
- the largest mosque in India and the Red Fort - once the most opulent fort
and palace of the Moghul Empire.
New Delhi : An extensive sightseeing tour of New Delhi would include
a visit to the Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub Minar, a drive along the ceremonial
avenue - Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, the
President's Residence and would end with a drive through the Diplomatic
Enclave.
Day 03 : Delhi - Agra (By Road 221 km/05 hrs)
Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed by surface to Agra. Reach and check into
the hotel.
Agra : Two great Mughal monarchs, Akbar and Shah Jahan, transformed
the little village of Agra into a befitting second capital of the Mughal
Empire - giving it the name Dar-ul-Khilafat {seat of the Emperor}. Today a
visitor to Agra is caught up in a world of contrasting edifices, of red
sandstone and white marble, narrow galleys and quaint buggies, and that
irresistible charm that this favorite city of the Mughals still retains. It
is not surprising, that modern Agra still reflects its Mughal heritage most
conspicuously.
A walk down the narrow bustling streets of the city will introduce the
visitor to the wafting aroma of Mughlai cuisine.
Proceed for sightseeing of the city. Enjoy battery van ride to the Taj
Mahal.
Taj Mahal : Little needs to be said about this architectural wonder
which is always the soul raison-de-etre for every tourist's visit to Agra.
Built by Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble memorial to his beautiful
wife Mumtaz Mahal. This monument took 22 years to be completed and was
designed, and planned by Persian architect Ustad Isa. Apart from it's
stunning design balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted
particularly for its elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of
the best inlay work ever seen.
Proceed for sightseeing to the AGRA FORT - Built by the famed Mughal
emperor Akbar in 1565 AD, the fort is predominantly of red sandstone.
Ensconced within is the picture perfect Pearl Mosque, which is a major
tourist attraction.
Visit Itmadullah's Tomb built by Empress NOOR JEHAN in memory of her father
(The interiors of which are considered better than the Taj).
Relax in the evening. Overnight will be at Agra.
Day 04 : Agra - Jaipur (By Road 221 km/05 hrs)
After breakfast drive to beautiful Pink City - Jaipur.
Drive to Fatehpur Sikri. The deserted, red Sandstone City, Emperor Akbar
built that as his capital and palace in the late 16th century is an
exhilarating experience. It a veritable fairytale city and its "ruins" are
in pristine condition ... it's not hard to imagine what the court life must
have been like in the days of it's grandeur. Also visit the Bulund Darwaza,
the largest gateway in the world.
Reach and check in at hotel.
Jaipur : The origins of the beautiful city of Jaipur can be traced
back to the eighteenth century, during the reign of Jai Singh II who
ascended the Amber throne in 1699. Jaipur today, epitomizes the spirit of
Rajputana. In-spite of growing into a bustling metropolis, it still retains
it's character and history - A beautiful fusion of the yesteryears and
modernity. Popularly known as the Pink City because of the extensive use of
the locally abundant pink plastered stone, painted so in honor of the visit
of the royal consort of Queen Victoria. Jaipur thrills the soul with its
massive forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite temples and lush gardens.
Overnight will be at Jaipur.
Day 05 : Jaipur
After breakfast drive to Amber Palace. Enjoy Elephant Back ascent to the
Fort.
Amber Fort Palace : Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort
palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed
by his descendent Jai Singh I. It's forbidding exterior belies an inner
paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds it's
ultimate expression.
Continue city sightseeing.
City Palace : A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani
architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the
walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the
City Palace Museum.
Jantar Mantar : - This is the largest and the best preserved of the
five observatories built by Jai Singh II in different parts of the country.
This observatory consisting of outsized astronomical instruments is still in
use.
Hawa Mahal : - The ornamental facade of this "Palace of Winds" is a
prominent landmark in Jaipur. Its five-storey structure of sandstone
plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The
palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal
was a royal grandstand for the palace women.
Day 06 : Jaipur - Jodhpur (By Road 280 km/06 hrs)
Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed to Jodhpur. Reach Jodhpur and check into
hotel.
Set at the edge of the THAR Desert, the imperial city of Jodhpur echoes with
tales of antiquity in the emptiness of the desert. Once the capital of the
Marwar state, it was founded in 1459 AD by Rao Jodha-chief of the RATHORE
clan of Rajputs who claimed to be descendants of Rama - the epic hero
of the RAMAYANA. The massive 15th century AD Mehrangarh Fort looms on the
top of a rocky hill, soaring 125 Mts. Above the plains. The city is
encompassed by a high wall -10 km long with 8 gates and innumerable
bastions.
In the afternoon visit Mehrangarh Fort (1459 AD) by Rao Jodha who considered
themselves the descendents of Lord Rama. In this palace you would see
different miniature paintings & cradle room.
After this you would visit Jaswant Thada Memorial. Overnight will be at
Jodhpur.
Day 07 : Jodhpur - Udaipur (By Road 250km/05hrs)
Breakfast will be at hotel. Proceed to Udaipur.
Visit Ranakpur en route. A visit to the famous Jain Temple, dating
back to the 15th century is part of the itinerary. 200 pillars, none of
which are alike, support its 29 halls. The Temple abounds with intricate
friezes and sculptures. Includes visits to two more Jain temples and the
Temple of the Sun God with its erotic sculptures.
Reach Udaipur and check in at hotel.
The city of Dawn, Udaipur is a lovely land around the azure lake, hemmed in
by the lush hills of the Aravallis. A vision in white drenched in romance
and beauty, Udaipur is a fascinating blend of sights, sound and experiences
and inspiration for the imagination of poets, painters and writers. Its
kaleidoscope of fairy-tale palaces, lakes, temples, gardens and narrow lanes
strewn with stalls, carry the flavor of a heroic past, epitomizing valor and
chivalry. Their reflection in the placid waters of the Lake Pichhola is an
enticing sight.
Overnight will be at Udaipur.
Day 08 : Udaipur
Breakfast will be at hotel.
Proceed for sightseeing tour of Udaipur in the morning, stopping first at
City Palace. Here you will marvel at rooms with mirrored walls and ivory
doors, colored glass windows and inlaid marble balconies and the Peacock
Courtyard.
Proceed for Evening Motor launch cruise on the placid waters of Lake
Pichola. From the boat you will be able to view the city of Udaipur as it
rises majestically above the lake in the middle of the Rajasthan desert.
Also visit the Jag Mandir Palace - the other island palace in the middle of
the lake. Spend some time at the Jag Mandir Palace.
Visit the 300-year-old Jagdish Temple and the Royal Cenotaphs of the Rajput
kings.
Relax in the evening.
Overnight will be at Udaipur.
Day 9 : Udaipur - Pushkar (By Road 250km/05hrs)
Proceed for Pushkar after breakfast.
Reach Ajmer. Ajmer situated in the green oasis wrapped in the barren
hills has been a witness to an interesting past. The city was founded by
Raja Ajay Pal Chauhan in the 7th Century AD and continued to be a major
center of the Chauhan power till 1193 AD when Prithviraj Chauhan lost it to
Mohammed Ghauri. Since then, Ajmer became home to many dynasties, which came
and left leaving behind indelible marks of their culture and traditions on
the city's history, converting it to an amalgam of various cultures and
blend of Hinduism and Islam.
Today, Ajmer is a popular pilgrimage center for the Hindus as well as
Muslims. Especially famous is the Dargah Sharif Tomb of the Sufi saint
Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, which is equally revered by the Hindus and Muslims.
Visit the DARGAH. Reach Pushkar by noon and relax.
Check in at PUSHKAR PALACE.
Pushkar : Amongst the grandeur of Rajasthan, discover a unique gem -
Pushkar. Lord Brahma - The creator of the world in a search for his abode on
earth, performed the supremely spiritual VEDIC YAGNA at Pushkar. It is thus
the site of the only Brahma Temple in the world. Blessed with cultural
blends, it is the venue for the famous Pushkar Fair, with people coming from
all over Asia to buy and sell cattle of breeds from across the world. The
consecrated mausoleum of Khawaja Moinuddin Chisti at Ajmer attracts pilgrims
from all over the world. A city of Pilgrimage from time immemorial with over
500 temples and Ghats Pushkar begets a legacy of timeless architectural
heritage. Pushkar radiates an ambience of peace and spirituality that casts
a lure to visit again and again. The Pushkar fair is amongst the largest
cattle fairs in the world and amongst the oldest cities in India, with
references in mythology and the Mahabharat. There are 52 bathing Ghats,
which are linked to the lunar calendar, enclose the lake. Each Ghat has its
own miraculous qualities and powers of healing and this city of temples has
over 500 temples built over different eras with varied architectural styles.
The rose garden of Rajasthan - the essence of the famous Pushkar rose is
exported the world
over.
Overnight at PUSHKAR.
Day 10 : Pushkar - Kishangrah - Delhi (By Road 352km/07 hrs)
Drive to Kishangarh after breakfast.
Kishangarh : is situated on the National Highway 8 in the Center of
Rajasthan, 100 Km South West of Jaipur. It is primarily known for its world
famous Miniature Paintings and Handicrafts and for the largest marble and
granite cutting industry in the Country.
Around the fort of Kishangarh is the moat and garden - on which "Phool
Mahal" was built in AD 1870 and was the Palace of the flowers for the
Maharaja's of Kishangarh A private residence of the Royal Family of
Kishangarh opens for the discerning traveler. The Palace has lovely views of
centuries old "Gundalao Lake" - where herons fly and peacocks strut in
fanned delight. The lake water beneath the graceful Palace is a paradise to
flamingoes, pelicans, wild duck and the SARUS CRANE.
Lunch will be at PHOOL MAHAL PALACE. Start for Delhi and reach by evening.
Transfer for connecting flight home from the international airport
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