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On arrival at Delhi International Airport, our tour manager will meet you and transfer to hotel for check inn.
Visit the historical and cultural monuments developed by Mughal and British leaders during their regime of New Delhi and Old Delhi. These includes Red Fort, Jama Mosque, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, India Gate and drive past through President House also known as Viceroy’s Mansion. The most attractive activity of the day will be the Rickshaw ride in the narrow lanes of Old Delhi showcasing the real culture and provides the feel of the life of local people of Delhi.
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AGRA-Day 3 |
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Drive from Delhi to Agra (220kms/05 hrs)
Arrive in Agra for a first visit to the Taj Mahal.
Explore the imposing Agra Fort, built of red sandstone and marble. This is the only fort where Mughal Rulers Babur, Humayun’s, Akbar, Shahjahan and Aurangzeb govern their used to control their states.
After visiting all the monuments proceed for Bharatpur to catch the train for Ranthambore Enroute visiting Fathepur Sikri.
Fatehpur Sikri the now-deserted 16Th century red stone city and UNESCO World Heritage Site use to be political capital of Akbar.
In evening catch the train from Bharatpur for Ranthambore.
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RANTHAMBORE- Day 4-5 |
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The former hunting ground of the Maharajas of Jaipur, the Ranthambore National Park is situated at the confluence of the Aravalli hill ranges and the Vindhyan plateau. In 1955, the Park was declared a game sanctuary; and in 1980, it attained the status of a national park. With the initiation of Project Tiger in 1972, it was declared as a tiger reserve in India. The total area of the Ranthambore National Park is 1,334 sq km along with its adjoining sanctuaries - the Kaila Devi Sanctuary and the Mansingh Sanctuary. The rugged terrain and the dense deciduous forests are major features of this national park, which has among the largest and most diverse collection of wildlife species in India. The park is famous for the majestic Royal Bengal Tigers, which can be seen around the lakes and watering holes, prowling through the forest or resting on the ruins of the fort.
Enjoy the morning and afternoon game drive at Ranthambore National park.
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JAIPUR-Day 6-7 |
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Enjoy the morning game drive before leaving for Jaipur.
Drive from Ranthambore to Jaipur (180 kms/04 hrs)
Jaipur- The capital of Rajasthan, this picturesque city is a symphony in pink, a color which signifies hospitality in Rajputs culture. Excursion to the hilltop fort Amber, with the chance of climbing it on elephant-back; the sightseeing includes The City Palace & Museum, the Palace of Winds and Observatory (Jantar Mantar) collection place of architectural astronomical instruments.
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SHAHPURA BAGH- Day 8-9 |
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Drive to Shahpura Bagh from Jaipur (250 kms/06 hrs)
Check inn into the Royal Mansion set in the nature’s lap with lakes on north as well as west side. It is one of the best destinations to rest, refresh and revive yourself from your routine hectic busy life. Explore nearby villages to experience local culture and rituals from nearby. This area is also rich in birds due to the presence of water bodies.
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UDAIPUR - Day 10-11 |
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Drive from Shahpura Bagh to Udaipur (250 kms/06 hrs)
Udaipur is Rajasthan’s most congenial and romantic city situated in the lap of thickly wooded Aravalli hills. It has been called the “Venice of the East”. Enjoy the sights including City Palace, Jagdish temple and Sahelion- Ki – Bari. In evening enjoy the boat ride at Lake Pichola and experience the true beauty of this “City of Lakes”.
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JODHPUR- Day 12 |
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Drive from Udaipur to Jodhpur Enroute visiting Ranakpur Jain temples where 29 halls are supported on 1444 pillars, none of which are alike. (300 kms/07 hrs)
In Jodhpur, visit the imposing Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada, the royal cenotaph.
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MANVAR- Day 13 |
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Drive from Jodhpur to Manvar (100 kms /02 hrs)
From here the entrance to Thar Desert will start.
Check inn into Manvar Camps, located 6 kms from the resort in the midst of the wilderness surrounded by the sand dunes is the splendid isolated splendor of Manvar Tented camp. The concept of MANVAR Desert Camp seems to trace its birth to the 17th century when while on his way to the battlefields, the Mughal Emperor Jahangir, known for his luxurious lifestyle, used to set up royal style camps. These camps were equipped with all the amenities.
This tradition was followed by later rulers as well as those of Rajasthan for their hunting trips, royal gatherings and recreational activities.
Enjoy the camel safari at the sand Dunes and at the top of the dune enjoy wonderful sunset where you will realize why this sand is known as golden sand. In the night enjoy the gala dinner which will give you the feel of Arabian nights.
Next morning enjoy Jeep safari where you will be taken to local people houses to explore their culture, rituals and clothing. Enjoy desert wildlife also to spot chinkara.
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Manvar Resort (APAI)
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JAISALMER- Day 14-15 |
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Drive from Manvar to Jaisalmer (180 kms/ 04 hrs)
Jaisalmer the magic of a golden fortress is a city that rises from the desert like a golden mirage. We will be visiting 12th century fort, Jain Temples and Gadisar Lake. In evening the camel ride will be there amidst of Thar Desert during sunset time.
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BIKANER- Day 16 |
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Drive from Jaisalmer to Bikaner (350 kms/06 hrs)
In evening visit well preserved Junagarh Fort and camel breeding farm to see the habitat of Camel. If interested enjoy the Tonga ride in the narrow lanes of Bikaner.
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SHEKHAVATI- Day 17 |
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Drive from Bikaner to Mandawa (200 kms/ 04 hrs)
This region is famous for hand-painted havelis. These havelis belong to the business communities which have shifted to big cities like Mumbai, Kolkata etc. for finding the work opportunities.
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DELHI- Day 18 |
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Drive from Mandawa to Delhi (300 kms/06 hrs) and check inn into Airport to catch the flight for your home country with the wonderful memories. .
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