Holi Festival Tour
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RAJASTHAN TOUR: UNFORGETTABLE INDIA LUXURY TRIP OF A LIFETIME
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Tour Plan
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Today drive towards Mandawa Fort or Alsisar Fort.
After arrival check-in at the hotel. You will spend the night in Mandawa Palace or Alsisar Palace. Both are from the heritage category. (Booking is subject to availability).
The town of Mandawa and Alsisar, with around 20,000 inhabitants, is located in the Shekawati region, which is known for its many, magnificently painted havelis and the merchants' city residences decorated with stone decorations.
The merchants of this area, called Marwaris, made their profits by trading silk fabrics, silver, precious stones and spices. In the evening, take a stroll through the city and visit painted havelis.
After breakfast drive to Bikaner. In the afternoon you will reach Bikaner. This desert city in the north of the state was founded in 1488 by Roa Bikaji, a descendant of the founder of Jodhpur, Jodhaji. If you visit Junagarh Fort, it is famous for its large number of pavilions, a number of balconies and air windows with various motifs.
In the evening, take a tuk tuk (auto rickshaw) ride through the narrow streets and experience the evening atmosphere of Bikaner. You will visit 500-year-old Jain temples such as Sandeshwar and Bhandeshwar in the ancient city.
Before leaving Bikaner, drive to Deshnok Karni Mata Temple. It is a miracle that cannot be experienced anywhere else in the world. Afterwards drive to Jaisalmer.
The city's location was once favorable for trade; it was founded as early as 1156 as the capital of Bhati Rajputs. In the middle is the 120 m long and 500 m wide Trikuta Rock, on which the city's founder Rawal Jaisal had the fort built.
When you arrive in Jaisalmer and time permits, drive to Bada Bagh. The place is the memorial site of Jaisalmer princely family. You can enjoy wonderful sunsets from it.
In a very narrow lane you will find the most breathtaking of Jaisalmer's beautiful havelis, the Patwon-ki-Haveli. Patwas are the names of the merchants who once carried out long-distance trade with Afghanistan and China with valuable goods such as gold and silver embroidery. The haveli took 50 years to build.
Fortify yourself with breakfast and drive to Jodhpur. Famous for its beautiful forts and palaces, Jodhpur is the second largest city of Rajasthan and one of the country's top tourist attractions. The city is located on the edge of the Thar Desert.
When you get there, visit Jaswant Thanda, a pillared marble monument to the popular ruler Jaswant Singh II (1878-95). The Jodhpur of the dacoits cleared, established the irrigation systems and promoted the economy.
Afterwards, visit Mehrangarh Fort, which commemorates the spirit of the Rathores, the ruling Rajput clan. Visit the various palaces with their fine friezes and museums displaying treasures belonging to the royal family.
Then you walk to the old town and visit a house in the blue district where a former tour guide (now a widow) lives and gives you the secret of making Indian tea.
Before drinking tea, enjoy the view of illuminated palaces and forts from the roof terrace of the house.
The drive through the Arawali mountains towards Udaipur is magical.
You visit the famous Jain temples. The temple complex with its magical marble sculptures is picturesquely located in a valley of the forested Aravelli Mountains. The main temple includes 1,444 different columns, these marvels of stonemasonry are decorated with delicate plant motifs. You will reach Udaipur in the evening and check-in at the hotel.
An additional night can be at the locations
- Between Udaipur and Jodhpur, it is the place where you can encounter the leopards in the natural habitat.
- Here there is the second largest wall (36km2) in the world and is so wide that eight horses can run together. It's right in the middle of the jungle. A perfect place to relax on your India luxury trip. (price on request)
It is one of the most beautiful cities in Rajasthan. The white palaces, gardens and lakes in Udaipur look like a mirage in the desert. The city has been a source of inspiration for poets, painters and authors since the Middle Ages. The City Palace and the Jagdish Temple, built in the 16th century, are impressive examples of Vishnu depictions.
You will take a boat ride on Lake Pichola. From the water side you have a wonderful view of the palace complex and take a stay at the islands of Jagmandir and Jagniwas. Afterwards, enjoy the lovely Sahelion-ki-Bari garden.
Today you will proceed to Pushkar city. The city is one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Hindus. Then visit the Brahma Temple and walk around the lake where at the end, experience evening ceremony at Pushkar Lake.
Pushkar, a picturesque city in Rajasthan India, attracts visitors with its sacred Pushkar Lake and the famous Brahma Temple. The lake is considered one of the holiest lakes in India and offers spiritual purification to pilgrims. The Brahma Temple is the only temple in India dedicated to the god Brahma and impresses with its aura.
A highlight is the annual Pushkar Camel Mela festival, one of the largest camel fairs in the world, where thousands of camels are traded. Pushkar also offers a relaxed atmosphere surrounded by rolling hills and desert landscapes, and a variety of cafes and restaurants serving local cuisine. A fascinating destination that combines spirituality, culture and natural beauty.
Today your destination is Jaipur. After arrival in Jaipur transfer to the hotel. In the late afternoon you will first drive to the royal family memorial.
Then you will drive to Nahargarh Fort where you will enjoy the sunset and return back to the hotel. As you return you can admire the illuminated streets and buildings.
You drive to the Amber Fort. On the way we make a photo stop at the Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds). Then go to Amber. You can reach the fort on elephant back or by your car. The audience halls, colonnades, private rooms and palaces are decorated with paintings, mirrors and inlays. The Sheesh Mahal is an impressive building as the single light is enough to illuminate the entire palace.
There is an impressive stepwell near Amber, it is called as Panna-Meena ka Kund (stepwell). You will visit the and Jagat Shiromani Temple. The two are over 500 years old.
After breakfast drive to Ranthambore. After arrival in Ranthambhore transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon jungle safari with a jeep (Only if the tour was booked 2 months in advance.) Otherwise you will get the canter (a vehicle that is open on the top) in Ranthambore National Park.
Note :- Depending on the new rule, every Wednesday would be a weekly rest break at Ranthambhore. So the travelers cannot do safaris and tourist activities on Wednesday in any wildlife reserve of Rajasthan.
After breakfast drive to Bharatpur. After arrival in Bharatpur transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon visit Keoladeo National Park with rickshaw. Keoladeo National Park or Keoladeo Ghana National Park formerly known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Rajasthan, India is a famous bird sanctuary. Here you can see thousands of rare and critically endangered birds, the Siberian crane.
Over 230 species of birds are known to have made their home in the national park. The park is also an important tourist center, with notes from ornithologists coming here in the winter season. Bharatpur Bird Park was declared a protected sanctuary in 1971. It has also been declared a World Heritage Site.
Early in the morning after breakfast drive to the train station and experience the hospitality of the Indian Railway Company. Then go to Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 AD.
Akbar Fatehpur Sikri as his capital and the city was fully occupied for 14 years but slowly became abandoned and destroyed after Akbar left the city. Lack of water was the main factor affecting this beautiful city. After the sightseeing, drive to Agra.
After arrival visit Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Taj Mahal is a symbol of love and beauty. This structure was built in 1631 by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb for his favorite wife Mumtaz Mahal (Arjumand Bano Begum).
The Taj Mahal is made of white marble and the walls are decorated with pitera dura and semi-precious stones. It is called the eighth wonder of the world. (Taj Mahal is closed on Friday)
After breakfast drive to Delhi. After arriving in Delhi, take a tour of Old and New Delhi.
First Visit AksharDham Temple (Closed on Monday), Rajghat, Friday Mosque (Jama Masjid). Drive through the government district where you can see and take photos of the India Gate, Parliament building, embassies from the outside.
Depending on your departure time, your driver will take you to the airport and say goodbye to you. Fly with the wonderful impressions, stories and experiences of legendary India in your luggage!
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Includes
Historical Landmarks Exploration- Scenic Ferry Journeys
- Cultural Insights
- Underwater Adventures
- Pristine Beach Exploration
- 08 nights in the hotels mentioned or similar with daily breakfast.
- Budget 3 star travel offer we use Toyota Etios.
- For deluxe and luxury we use exclusive air-conditioned car – Toyota Innova
- Private transfers in an air-conditioned car (as described)
- All entrance fees as described in the tour program.
Excludes
Historical Landmarks Exploration- Scenic Ferry Journeys
- Cultural Insights
- Underwater Adventures
- Pristine Beach Exploration
- International as well as domestic flights and airport fees.
- Any type of insurance such as trip cancellation costs, travel sickness, luggage or Corona travel protection. Visa fees are not included in the price.
- Separate camera and video fees during sightseeing (Although most Indian destinations do not charge a separate photo fee.)
- Tips for local tour guides and drivers are not included in the price.
- All expenses for personal purposes.
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